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Visit the Boothbay Harbor Region for a Winter Getaway!
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Visitor E-news January 2014
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Greetings,
The new year has gotten off to a cold but encouraging start. Temperatures in the single digits and below zero have caused the harbor to freeze over for the first time in years, and everyone is looking forward to warmer weather and some of the upcoming events that 2014 has in store. The Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce is pleased to welcome some new faces to our Board of Directors. These members of our community will help the Chamber fulfill its mission to promote a positive business climate by focusing on advocacy, access and leadership. Click here to learn more about the new officers and for a complete list of board members. Our 2014 Region Guide is going to print as you read this, and will be ready to be distributed in a couple of short weeks. It is packed full of festivals, events, photos, information, and so much more. If you are looking for information on our region, this is a great and valuable resource! Speaking of print, our peninsula and the events that happen here have been prominently featured in a number of publications recently. Page 28 of the Maine Magazine Wedding Issue, which just hit newsstands, has a wonderful photo spread about the Second Annual Claw Down Chef's Lobster Bite Competition. The January edition of Maine Home & Design featured a nice spread on the Boothbay Region Land Trust's "A Taste for Place" event, and, the United States Power Squadron prominently featured a gorgeous photo from the 51st Annual Windjammer Days Antique Boat Parade in their publication The Ensign. We sincerely hope that your plans for 2014 include a visit to the Boothbay Harbor Region. We hope to see you soon and wish you a very happy and healthy new year!
Warm wishes,
Catherine Wygant Fossett
Executive Director
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Down East Gallery - Featuring maritime paintings and local scenes by award-winning artist Brad Betts, ASMA. Located on East Boothbay's beautiful Ocean Point loop, call for an appointment or stop in on your way around Ocean Point to visit our new gallery space and see work in progress in the open studio. Brad will be the featured artist on the cover of the 2104 Visitor & Resource Guide.
Contact: Brad Betts
Phone: (207) 318-3282
Website:www.downeastgallery.com
Email: bbetts@maine.rr.com
The Cod Cove Inn offers the privacy of a hotel with the warm, friendly atmosphere of a coastal inn. Perfectly located between the Pemaquid and Boothbay peninsulas, the Cod Cove Inn is the perfect destination for those who wish to explore Maine's beautiful mid-coast region. The inn features four acres of sweeping lawns and groomed gardens, a heated swimming pool in season, and 28 elegantly appointed rooms. Every room offers a commanding water view of the Sheepscot River and the picturesque village of Wiscasset. Open year round.
Contact: Jill Hugger
Phone: (207) 882-9586
Website: www.codcoveinn.com
Email:jill@codcoveinn.com
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Congratulations to the Boothbay Region YMCA Y-Arts students, who received a trophy for Excellence in Dance at the Junior Theater Festival in Atlanta, GA. They were also awarded the Playbill Community Service award for the"Arts for All" program, a workshop for intellectually disabled adults and children.
The Boothbay Harbor Rotary Club has issued a challenge to the community: the club will match community donations, dollar for dollar, up to $8,000 through March 1st to reach a $16,000 goal. Funds will be turned over immediately to the Boothbay Region Community Resources group which will disburse the funds based on need. Donations can be made online or checks can be mailed to the Boothbay Harbor Rotary Foundation - Fuel Challenge at P.O. Box 518, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538. The Rotary Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, will issue receipts.
The Boothbay Railway Village will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Freeport Station moving to Boothbay on February 3-5. The Boothbay Railway Village will be celebrating many more milestones over the next two calendar years leading up to the July 2015 50th Anniversary of the first train rides and official opening of the museum. Click here to read more about the history of the station and about its move to the Boothbay peninsula.
John Butke of The Butke Gallery is the artist of the month at the Southport Memorial Library. The show at SML runs through February 22 and can be seen during regular library hours:
Tuesday and Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m.; Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call library at 207-633-2741. In addition to the Southport Memorial Library, John's paintings are on exhibit at the Boothbay Region Art Foundation, A Silver Lining, The Maine Art Gallery and River Arts. Congratulations to Chris Bennett Photography, whose stunning photos were featured throughout the Maine Magazine Wedding Issue! Griffin Law Office has some great information in their monthly newsletter for seniors and retirees, including 9 (Potential) Problems with your Trust, Social Media Dangers for the Modern Caregiver, An Alternative to Giving up the Car Keys, and more. Click here to see the complete newsletter.
Hammond Lumber Company was recently recognized by a nationwide dock and boat lift dealer at a recent meeting in Fergus Falls, Minn. Hammond Lumber was the recipient of ShoreMaster's "Platinum Dealer Award," as well as awards for all-star service and marketing. Hammond is ShoreMaster's largest dealer in the United States and was one of only 40 dealers across the nation that was recognized because of their commitment, consistency and passion for service to their customers. Congratulations to the Hammond team! Hodgdon Yachts and the Boothbay Region Boatyard have signed a letter of intent to merge these two businesses. This merger, expected to be finalized this spring, expects to bring an additional 30 employees to the region. The Maine Maritime Museum is offering a reduced adult admission price and free admission to children aged 16 and under from now until March 2nd. The museum is open daily 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Newagen Seaside Inn is undertaking three major projects this winter, including an expanded event and function space, an addition to the "Little Inn" which will include two new suites, a fitness room, and meeting space, and the overhaul of one of the Inn's cottages.
Sheepscot Harbour Village & Resort has a new banquet and function center! Water's Edge Banquet & Function Facility is your one stop destination for weddings & rehearsal dinners, corporate meetings, private parties, family gatherings for all size functions and so much more!
Congratulations to two of our members who were recognized by the Southern Midcoast Maine Chamber: Perry, Fitts, Boulette, and Fitton CPA's were recognized as the Business of the Year - Medium Business, and Barbara Rapoza from Servpro was recognized as the Volunteer of the Year!
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STAY CONNECTED
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Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce
192 Townsend Avenue
PO Box 356
Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
207-633-2353
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CHAMBER STAFF:
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Executive Director
Rimar Reed
Visitor Relations Coordinator
Cherie Scott
Member Services & Events Manager
Administrative Coordinator
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2014 Region Events for Your Calendar
April 25-27, 2014: Fisherman's Festival
June 22-28, 2014: Windjammer Days
September 18, 2014: 3rd Annual Claw Down
December 6, 2014: Harbor Lights Festival
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2013 Boothbay Harbor Region Visitors and Resource Guide
Click the picture to view the guide online or to request your copy today!
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Support the Rotary and own a beautiful book.
A Year in the Life of the Boothbay Region
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Available at Sherman's Books and Stationery or by contacting the Rotary Club
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Want your events & news included in our e-news?
New issues bi-weekly throughout the summer.
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EVENT CALENDARS
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Boothbay Region Art Foundation
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The Opera House
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Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
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Boothbay Region Land Trust
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Boothbay Region YMCA
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Coming Up...
- A few of the events happening in the next few weeks -
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Tails on the TrailsFriday, January 31, 2014, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m., Penny Lake PreserveCalling all canines and their human companions! Join Boothbay Region Land Trust on the last Friday of each month for a free dog friendly hike. All well behaved dogs are welcome and must be leashed or under voice command. This is a great opportunity for you and your dog to get some exercise and social interaction. For more information contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818. Trail TuesdayTuesday, February 4, 2014, 10:00-11:30 a.m., Zak PreserveGet out on the trails for a free social hike on the first Tuesday of each month with the Boothbay Region Land Trust. We will visit a different preserve each time for a moderately paced hike averaging two miles in length. Discover the preserves throughout the seasons and meet some fellow hikers! Group meets at trailhead parking lot. For more information contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.  Winter Color: Paintings by Andrea Peters, Tom Curry, Kevin Beers, Mitch Billis, and Phil Barter Thursday, February 6 through Saturday, March 29, 2014, at 31 Townsend Ave., Boothbay Harbor Gleason artists paint the many colors of Maine's longest season. Gallery hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 10-4. 207-633-6849; gleasonfineart.com. Maine Central 470 - Mascot of Maine Saturday, February 8, 2014, 1:00 p.m., Owls Head Transportation Museum Members from the New England Steam Corporation will discuss the history, retirement and restoration of Maine Central Railroad's last operating steam engine, Number 470. The presentation will include details of the group's plans to restore steam rail operations in Maine. Full Moon Hike and Owl Prowl Saturday, February 15, 2014, 5:00-6:00 p.m., Lobster Cove Meadow Bundle up and listen to the owls while the full moon rises on this magical hike at Lobster Cove Meadow Preserve. During the one mile walk through field and forest we will attempt to call in owls while learning more about their habits and habitat. During our last prowl we got to hear from and see at a Great Horned Owl. This event is free and best suited for adults and older children. Trail is uneven and rocky and snowshoes or ice traction devices may be required depending on conditions. This event is part of the Great Maine Outdoor Weekend (www.greatmaineoutdoorweekend.org), which aims to get people outside all over the state. For more information contact Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or call the office at 633-4818.
At the Opera House:
The Boneheads
Friday, January 31, 2014, 8:00 p.m., The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
Their music has been described as "rootsy, folk, rock, blues, country and Cajun and All-American and danceable." For more than 20 years The Boneheads have been playing their brand of music to audiences throughout Maine and the northeast, as well as throughout the country. They have shared the stage and toured with the likes of Roseanne Cash, The Band, Bo Didley and The Subdudes, and are often compared to Van Morrison, Little Feat, NRBQ, The Band and their touring partners The Subdudes. Band members include Bob Colwell, Steve Jones, Scott Elliot and Dick Hollis. Advance tickets $10. Day of Show tickets $15. Call (207) 633-5159 for tickets and information.
Laura Kargul and Ron Lantz
Sunday, February 16, 2014, 3:00 p.m., Opera House at Boothbay Harbor
A winter's afternoon of classical music from these two masters of the violin and piano. Program to be announced. The concert begins at 3:00pm. Advance tickets $15, day of show $20. Call (207) 633-5159 for tickets and information.
Call the Box Office at (207) 633-5159 for tickets or visit www.boothbayoperahouse.com
Click here for the most up-to-date list of shows coming to the Opera House
At the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library:
Downloadable eBooks on Your eReader
Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. at the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library Meadow Mall Location
Possibly you just received a new eReader for Christmas and are learning about all the things it can do for you. One thing the Maine State Library offers is for you to take out eBooks just like regular books. If you'd like to learn more about this, come to a free workshop at the library Meadow Mall location. Two sessions are planned, at 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 29, with a limit of four people per session. To register, call the library at 633-3112 or email Barb House at barbh@bmpl.lib.me.us
Literary Luncheon with Former Game Warden and Author John Ford
Friday, February 14, 2014, 11:45 a.m., Boothbay Harbor Town Hall
Retired Maine Game Warden John Ford has seen it all. He's been shot at by desperate prison escapees, been outwitted by wily trappers, and has rescued scores of animals. As a tenacious and successful warden, he was always willing to spend the time needed to nab violators of the state's fish and game laws. At the same time, though, he wasn't a cold, heartless, go-by-the-book enforcer; he usually had a good quip ready when he slipped the handcuffs on a violator, and he wasn't above accepting a lesson learned as sufficient penalty for breaking the law. Ford is also a very gifted storyteller and he writes of his adventures in Suddenly, the Cider Didn't Taste So Good, as well as his newest book The Cider Still Tastes Funny, both collections of true tales, both humorous and serious. Ford, a native Mainer, has spent all of his twenty-year warden career in Waldo County. He has written a local newspaper column and is a regular contributor to the Northwoods Sporting Journal. John Ford is our speaker at the Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library's February Literary Luncheon, beginning at 11:45 a.m. at the Boothbay Harbor Town Hall. Cost is $10 for the lunch. Please register by signing up and prepaying at the library's Meadow Mall location. For more information, call the library at 633-3112 or email Barb at barbh@bmpl.lib.me.us.
Click here for a complete list of programs at the library
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More Events... If you're planning ahead
Just a sampling of some of the events to come!
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You Can't Get There From Here
Saturday, February 22, 2014, 1:00 p.m., Owls Head Transportation Museum
Historian George Barrett explores the evolution of roads, ferries and bridges in Maine beginning in the early 1900s. Challenges such as river crossings before bridges and long distance travel over less than adequate road surfaces will be discussed. For further information about the Winter Education Series please contact Public Relations Director Jenna Lookner at (207) 594-4418 or by email at jl@ohtm.org .
Charitable Cause Concert
Sunday, February 23, 2014, 3:00 p.m., Boothbay Harbor Congregational Church
Come see some talented local people take to the stage as they share their gifts in support of a good cause. There is no cost to attend, but donations will be gratefully accepted for the community food pantry and fuel assistance fund. For more information, contact the Lincoln Arts Festival at 633-3913.
Amelia Earhart: First Lady of the Air
Saturday, March 8, 2014, 1:00 p.m., Owls Head Transportation Museum
Come celebrate International Women's Day with Historical Character Reenactor, Jessa Piaia, who will present a one-person interpretation of pioneer aviatrix Amelia Earhart, one of the world's most famous aviators and greatest mysteries. For further information about the Winter Education Series please contact Public Relations Director Jenna Lookner at (207) 594-4418 or by email at jl@ohtm.org.
3rd Annual Adult Spelling Bee
Friday, March 14, 2014
Any three adults (in this case that's anyone 15 years old or older) can form a team and enter the competition; the registration fee of $150 goes to support BHML. Registration forms are available at the Library's temporary home in the Small Mall. Come spell for a great cause.
Midcoast Model Festival
March 22-23, 2014, Owls Head Transportation Museum
Modelers from throughout Maine and beyond display a mix of both kit models as well as hand-made creations. Featuring everything from antique model steam engines, to cars, planes and trains. All sizes accommodated. Indoor and outdoor airplane and car model demonstrations. "Make-and-take" family activities and more.
Touch-A-Train Open House
Saturday, April 12, 2014, Maine Eastern Railroad, Rockland, Maine
The Maine Eastern Railroad has partnered with the non-profit New England Steam
Corporation to offer a public Touch-a-Train open house event as a fundraiser for the restoration of Maine Central steam locomotive #470. Held at the Maine Eastern's roundhouse in Rockland, ME, the Touch-a-Train event will be a rare opportunity for the public to visit a working railroad maintenance facility. The event is family-oriented, and children are encouraged to come and enjoy the sights and sounds of American railroading. The event coincides with the Maine Rail Group's first annual Maine Rail Fair, being held on the same date at the nearby Owls Head Transportation Museum. Visitors are encouraged to visit both events and experience all aspects of Maine railroading. Admission to the Touch-a-Train event will be free. However, the non-profit New England Steam Corporation will be collecting donations towards the restoration of Maine Central steam locomotive #470.
21st Century Steam and High Speed Rail in China Today Saturday, April 12, 2014, 1:00 p.m., Owls Head Transportation Museum As part of the Maine Rail Group's first Maine Rail Conference and Fair, Russ Barber will present an illustrated talk on the state of steam train technology in China. The all-day Rail Conference will feature a variety of rail interests in Maine, from operational to historical. For further information about the Winter Education Series please contact Public Relations Director Jenna Lookner at (207) 594-4418 or by email at jl@ohtm.org. Fisherman's Festival April 25-27, 2014, Downtown Boothbay Harbor Come celebrate spring and the maritime heritage of the Boothbay Harbor Region at this fun family festival! Favorite festival events include the cod fish relay, bait shoveling context, crate running races, fisherman's memorial service, an old-fashioned fish fry, and more! Marine Engines of Maine Saturday, April 26, 2014, 1:00 p.m., Owls Head Transportation Museum Join Penobscot Marine Museum Curator, Ben Fuller, as he chronicles the transition from sail and human powered vessels to internal combustion. Maine was home not only to mariners but also the innovators and builders that drove the maritime industries. For further information about the Winter Education Series please contact Public Relations Director Jenna Lookner at (207) 594-4418 or by email at jl@ohtm.org. | |
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