February 4, 2015

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BDA Events

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Hatch on Maine - February 7

Hatch on Maine will host a Brunswick Downtown Association and Southern Midcoast Chamber Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the Grand Opening of their new store at 96 Maine Street on Saturday, February 7 at 10 AMWicked Joe Coffee and sweet treats will be served all day. FMI here.
Longfellow Days - February 2 - 27

Longfellow Days, in it's 11th year, is Brunswick's month-long celebration of the great American poet, who lived here while he was a student and, later, a faculty member at Bowdoin College. Check out and 'Like' the Longfellow Days Facebook Page and visit our website for complete details on all planned events:  www.brunswickdowntown.org/longfellowdays.

Celebrate Your Inner Diva - March 27th! 
Gather your girlfriends for an evening of Fashion, Fun, Food and Frolic! Celebrate Your Inner Diva during a fabulous evening of pampering with diva-licious cocktails and appetizers, music and entertainment and much more! FMI: www.brunswickdowntown.org

Music on the Mall
The 2015 Music on the Mall schedule is now available on our website: www.brunswickdowntown.org. Concerts are FREE and open to the public. Wednesday evenings, June 24 to August 26.
Brunswick Downtown Events

Ice Bar Brunswick - February 5 to 7

This year's Ice Bar at The Brunswick Hotel and Tavern will be better than ever with carved bars on the patio pouring icy beverages, live entertainment, and - new this year- raffles and prizes ... Read more

Grand opening: Hatch On Maine - February 7 and 8

Hatch On Maine, is an antique, gift and vintage shop that is opening at 96 Maine Street in Brunswick. The shop has been running out of their location on Orr's Island, Maine for the last three ... Read more 

Cul de Sax "They're Coming to America" - February 8

At 3 PM, Sunday, Feb.8 at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick. Tickets $10, at the church office, Gulf of Maine Books or online here. Cul de Sax Saxophone Quartet features ... Read more 
Knights of Columbus Public Breakfast - February 8

2 Columbus Drive, February 8. Breakfast from 7:30 to 10:00 AM, $7 adults, $3 children 7 and under.

 

You're Invited! February 9

Come to the Town Hall Room 206 at 85 Union Street on February 9th at 6 PM to learn more about how a bike lane and Sharrows can make historic Federal Street a safer thoroughfare for all users.  Both BPAC and MPIC are eager to hear your input on this important plan!  Read more

 

Valentine Bake Sale - February 13

Special sweet treats will be sold at the "Sweets for the Sweet" Valentine Bake Sale. Friday, February 13, at Mid Coast Hospital, 123 Medical Center Drive, 8 AM to 1 PM, in the Caf� Corridor Homemade fudge, assorted .. Read more

 

Valentine's Dinner at The Tavern - February 14 

Treat someone special to a one of a kind dinner at The Tavern this Valentine's Day, and we'll make sure it's a celebration they won't soon forget. Begin with a Seasonal Berry and Spinach Salad, topped with candied walnuts ...  Read more


Valentine's Day Dance - February 14
Knights of Columbus Hall, 2 Columbus Drive. Live music - Delta Knights Band. Dancing 8 - 11 PM.  Doors open at 7 PM. Cash bar - Snacks provided. Tickets: advance or at the door $10 ...  Read more

 

Public Supper at Brunswick United Methodist Church - February 14

Good Food and Good Friends! 5 - 6 PM, Beans Salads Casseroles Homemade Pies. Reservations are accepted but not required. 207-725-2185 for reservations, Adults $8, Children $4 ... Read more


History Happy Hour - February 19 
Pejepscot Historical Society and the Brunswick Inn are pleased to announce a new series of History Happy Hour gatherings to be held at the Brunswick Inn. True Glam: Vintage Fashions ... Read more

 

Cool Science! Family Day at the Arctic Museum - February 22
Come learn about the very cool science behind snow, ice, and the animals that live in it. Come make cool art. 10 AM to 12:30 PM. All activities will take place in Hubbard Hall on Bowdoin ... Read more

Fort Andross Winter Antique Show! February 22

54+ Antique Dealers selling an assortment of Antique Furniture & Accessories. Early Buying 8-10 AM $6-$5 W/ad. General Admission 10 AM -3 PM $3-$2 W/ad. Free parking/Food available.   Read more


Sunday Suppah!!

Three course Sunday Supper  for $20 bucks !! Every Sunday at The Coast Bar & Bistro / The Daniel Hotel. Changes every week, but always 3 courses and always $20 bucks. Sunday Supper... Read more 

 

Live in the Lounge at Frontier - Wednesdays

Frontier's new entertainment hat, set in the "Lounge" on various Wednesday nights. We invite you to come in, grab a drink from the bar, and enjoy yourself. Wednesdays, 8 PM , FREE  Read more 

 

Live Music! at The Coast Bar & Bistro - Thursday & Friday Evenings

Thursdays: 6 - 9 PM, Fridays: 7 - 10 PM. FMIwww.thedanielhotel.com

 

Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl For Kids' Sake Teams Needed! March 21 & 28

Big Brothers Big Sisters is seeking teams of 4 bowlers to raise pledge donations in the community and join us for our Bowl For Kids' Sake fundraiser on March 21st at The Bowling Bowl and ...  Read more

 

Aztec Two-Step "Classic Duos" Concert - April 24

Friday, April 24, 8 PM. Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick. One of acoustic music's most popular and enduring acts, Aztec Two-Step continues to impress audiences with ... Read more 

Art & Culture

For the Rights of All: Ending Jim Crow in Alaska - February 5

This one-hour, award winning documentary reveals the true-life story of an extraordinary Alaskan woman who becomes an unlikely hero in the fight for civil rights. Like Native Americans ... Read more 

  

Mt. Ararat High School Art Exhibit Opening at Thornton Oaks - February 10

After 2 delayed dates, we are looking forward to finally presenting the opening night of this unique art show�-featuring 29 student artists from Mt. Ararat High School. The show incorporates ... Read more

 

Five Rivers Arts Alliance Member Meeting - February 10

Non-members welcome. Applications available at the door or call the FRAA office at 207-798-6964, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 10 AM to 3 PM., Friday 10 AM to 1 PM, closed Wednesdays.

 

Five Rivers Arts Alliance Class "How to Get Your Art Into a Gallery" - February 26

Presented by Susan Starr and Robert Colburn, of Bayview Gallery, Thursday, February 26, 6 to 7:30 PM. Pre-registration available. FRAA members free; non-members $10 at the door ...  Read more

Maine State Music Theatre announces Sister Act

Sister Act has been announced as the second show of the much-anticipated 57th season at Maine State Music Theatre. Sister Act will run from June 24 to July 11 at Pickard Theater. www.msmt.org.
Health & Fitness

Ounce Of Prevention - Medications As We Age - February 9

Join Susan Yetter APRN, PMH-NP,Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with Mid Coast Senior Mental Health Services and Doreen Sidall, APRN, with Bodwell Nursing & Rehabilitation ... Read more 

Dementia Caregiver's Support Group, Understanding Sundowning - February 19

Join Lynne Wolfe, RN - BC, Mental Health Team Leader for CHANS Home Health Care, for a presentation on "Understanding Sundowning," as part of a free community support group ... Read more 

 

FREE Family Fun Tennis Extravaganza! March 13

Come join us at Maine Pines for our FREE Family Fun Tennis Extravaganza! Join our pros on the court to learn the sport of a lifetime. All ages and levels of kids and adults are welcome!   Read more

 

Play Tennis!

Calling all adults! Have you always wanted to learn to play tennis, or wanted to get back into the game? Maine Pines Tennis 1-2-3 is the perfect program for you! Sign up for a 3 week session ... Read more.
Presentation & Instruction

Midcoast Senior College, Winter Wisdom - January 7 to February 18

The WINTER WISDOM series of lectures for 2015, sponsored by The Highlands, will be held at the Curtis Memorial Library in the Morrell Room from 12:15 to 1:45 every Wednesday  ....   Read more

 

Lunch and Learn: FDIC Money Smart for Older Adults - February 12

People Plus, Brunswick, on Thursday, 2/12, 12 noon when Crystal V. Card, Financial Services Manager, People's United Bank, will discuss how to recognize and reduce the risk of elder ... Read more

Lecture: The American Passage to the North Pole: Ice, Oceans, Glaciers, and Climates of Nares Strait - February 19

Andreas Muenchow, associate professor of physical ocean science and engineering at the University of Delaware's College of Earth, Ocean, and Environment, is a sea-going oceanographer  ... Read more 

 

Lunch and Learn, Aging Well series: Walk the Talk! February 23

People Plus, Brunswick, continues its new Aging Well series with a Lunch and Learn with Don Miskill, a member of the Harpswell Recreation Committee, on Monday, 2/23 at noon. Miskill brings ... Read more
For Kids

Maine Pines Summer Tennis Camps at Bowdoin College

Come join Maine Pines Tennis Camps this summer at Bowdoin College! This locally owned camp is committed to insure every child has a great summer camp experience! No laps, no lines,   Read more

 

Tennis for Kids!

Come learn the lifetime sport of TENNIS! Maine Pines has a great kids program for all ages. Kids will learn to play tennis through games and fun drills. We offer programs on Mondays and/or Wednesdays, and a four week session on Saturdays. The Monday and/or Wednesday program is ... Read more
Business News

At Last... Salon & Day Spa 

We are pleased to announce that Amy Haible, Shiatsu Therapist, will be joining our team here at At Last... Amy offers a 75 minute session that is regularly priced at $85. Amy is offering an introductory special. Book a shiatsu session between now and the end of February and save $30.  Please visit our website to see all of our specials: www.atlastsalondayspa.com  

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