April 1, 2015

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BDA Events

Thanks to all the divas that came to our "Celebrate Your Inner Diva" event on Friday! Special thanks to Charlie Crosby for being our DJ for the evening, to 
Edward Jones - Brunswick, Linda PiperKathleen Winn, DMD, PA General and Cosmetic Dentistry and Midcoast Federal Credit Union for sponsoring and to The Brunswick Hotel and Tavern for the delicious food. Thanks to all the vendors who made this such a special night!
 - Check our Facebook page to see fun photos of the event.
BDA's Simply Social - April 8
Please join us and plan to bring a friend to BDA's Simply Social
networking event on Wednesday, April 8th at Senter Place, 124 Maine Street.
To help us in planning, please register your attendance by clicking here.
BDA's Spring Speaker: Series Event - April 30
The BDA invites you to join us for A Tribute to Bowdoin College President Barry Mills and The Honorable Karen Mills, to be held on  April 30th at The Brunswick Hotel & Tavern, 7:30 AM to 9 AM. Please register for this event by clicking here.
Welcome!
Please welcome Jennifer Crosby, our new
Membership & Events Coordinator! Jennifer comes to us from Estilo Women's Consignment where she was Sales Manager and The Theater Project where she held the position of Stage Manager. 

Nominations for Preservation Awards Due April 6

The BDA is seeking nominations for its 2015 Downtown Preservation Awards. Nominations for the Downtown Preservation Awards are due no later than April 6. The Downtown Preservation Awards are presented annually in recognition of people and organizations that have created tangible value in the heart of  ... Read more

Downtown Brunswick Events

Brunswick United Methodist Church's Easter Week Services

Holy Thursday, 7 PM April 2 Facing the Shadows, a drama in seven voices with the Lord's Table. Holy Friday, 7 PM, April 3 ... Read more

 

Annual Spring Used Book Sale - April 2 & 3

Celebrate spring and stock up on books for spring and summer reading at the Annual Spring Used Book Sale Thursday and Friday ... Read more

 

The Way of the Cross - April 3

Gather in front of St. Paul's on Pleasant Street (11 AM to 12 PM) to make our way around the neighborhood. Demonstrate Christ's ... Read more

 

An Evening with Steve Marino, Hypnotist - April 3

A surefire way to have a great evening and support MTA Class of 2015. Mt Ararat High School, 73 Eagles Way, Topsham, 7 - 9 PM. Read more

 

Easter at The Tavern - April 5

Celebrate Easter at The Tavern this year with our three course prix fixe menu. Choose from traditional holiday fare including Eggs ... Read more

Brunswick Parks & Rec. Preschool Open House - April 11

FREE to all preschoolers and their families! Come join us for a morning of preschool fun (10am-noon)!  This event will include singer Matt Loosigian, Brunswick Fire Department ... Read more

  

Legacies of the Civil War: A Sesquicentennial Conference - April 11

Join Pejepscot Historical Society in marking the 150th anniversary of the end of the Civil War. This one-day conference will feature outstanding speakers from across the country ... Read more 

 

Good Food and Good Friends!  April 11

Brunswick United Methodist Church's Public Supper. 5 - 6:30 PM. Beans, Salads, Casseroles, Homemade Pies. Reservations are accepted but not required. 207-725-2185  ...  Read more

 

Public Breakfast - April 12 

Knights of Columbus Public Breakfast - 2 Columbus Drive, Breakfast from 7:30 to 10:00 AM $7.00 adults, $3.00 children 7 and under. 

 

Stowe Community Group Presents: Bobcat 5k & 1 mi Family Fun Run - April 16

Sponsored by Goodwin Chevrolet - Mazda. The Bobcat 5K is a fundraising effort by the Stowe Community Group to further enhance our children's education and experience at ... Read more

  

"On Tour With The USO" Variety Show - April 18

Knights of Columbus Hall, 2 Columbus Drive, Brunswick. 6:00 Dinner and Social Hour - 7:00 Show Begins. Tickets go on sale March 18th for $10 and $15 each. Dinner is additional ...  Read more

 

History Happy Hour - April 23

Join Pejepscot Historical Society for HISTORY HAPPY HOUR at 

The Brunswick Inn! On Thursday, April 23, our happy hour theme is Play Ball: An Early Brunswick Baseball Game ... Read more

 

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

Friday at 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 intelligent song ...   Read more

 

Family Tennis Night! - April 24

Come join us for our Family Tennis Night at Maine Pines on April 24 from 5:30-7PM. Cost is $20/family. A special event for kids and adults of all ages and levels of experience.   Read more

Sunday Supper at Coast Bar & Bistro

Our three course prix fixe menu features delicious homestyle comfort foods. Each Sunday we will offer a new menu but no matter what we offer, you can always count on getting a great ... 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 to 9 PM, Fridays: 7 to 10 PM. FMIwww.thedanielhotel.com

 

Village Improvement Association's Annual Meeting - May 7

Please  circle May 7 on your calendars. Taking place at Curtis Library Library in the evening rather than in  the afternoon. A short business meeting at 7 PM will be followed by a talk ...Read more

 

Mother's Day iat The Tavern - May 10

Make sure Mom knows just how special she is this Mother's Day by bringing her to brunch at The Tavern. From our Spring Vegetable Frittata to Blueberry Crunch French Toast ... Read more
Art & Culture

UUCB Gallery Exhibit by Claudette Gamache - continues thru April 8

The Fellowship Gallery, located in the Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick, at One Middle Street, across from Curtis Memorial Library, continues to rotate exhibits by talented local .. Read more

 

Local Color 2015 - April 10

Help us welcome spring with an Opening Reception for the artists from 5 to 7 PM at our gallery in Brunswick - 58 Maine Street, Brunswick. The exhibit will run from April 1 to May 2.   Read more 

 

Artist Reception & Open House at Summer Island Studio - April 25

Local Artist, Barbara Bean will be showing at Summer Island Studio - Gallery of Fine Artisans for the month of April. Wine, cheese and hors-d'oeuvres will be served, 4 to 6 PM ...   Read more


 
The Book Cafe - New Unique Book Club

Have you read a book recently? Come to The Book Cafe, a new unique People Plus book club for members where participants share their views about what they have been reading.  Read more

 

Maine State Music Theatre Behind the Scenes Production Tours

For the first time ever, MSMT is opening the doors at 22 Elm Street to the public for an exclusive look at how MSMT operates off-stage. Come behind the scenes with us at the MSMT studio ... Read more.

 

Maine State Music Theatre announces two Theatre for Young Audiences productions for the 2015 season. On June 10 Curious George comes to the stage in a Theatreworks USA production at 10 AM, 1 and 3 PM. On August 17 everyone's favorite ogre, Shrek, Jr., hits the stage at 11 AM, 1, 3 and 7:30 PM. www.msmt.org for more info. 

Health & Fitness

Relay For Life of Brunswick - continues thru April 15

The American Cancer Society's Relay For Life of Brunswick gives the community the opportunity to celebrate, remember, and fight back as we make a difference in the battle against cancer. Read more


Mid Coast Center For Weight & Lifestyle Change - April 9

The next session of Mid Coast Hospital's Center for Weight & Lifestyle Change begins Thursday, April 9 from 4:30 to 6:00 PM. at Mid Coast Hospital, 123 Medical Center Drive.    Read more

Health & Wellness Expo at Women's Fitness Studio - April 11

Come join us for this FREE event. All ages welcome! We will have free class demos, instructors to answer your questions, our own spa and beauty professionals, local wellness pros ... Read more

 

Ounce of Prevention- Successful Aging - April 13

As part of the ongoing Ounce of Prevention series, Mid Coast Senior Health Center will host a presentation by Dr. Florin Olteanu, Medical Director for Mid Coast Senior Health Center .. Read more

Under Our Skin (documentary) - The Hidden Story of Lyme Disease - April 14

The Woman's Alliance of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick and the Midcoast Lyme Disease Support & Education group invites you to come and watch Under Our Skin ... Read more

 

Embracing Life after Cancer: Psychological Reactions to Cancer Diagnosis & Ways to Cope - April 15

Mid Coast Hospital and Maine Center for Cancer Medicine are offering an educational series focused on improving the lifestyles of cancer survivors. Open to anyone in the community ... Read more

Caregiver Resource and Support Group, home safety - April 16

As part of a monthly support group for caregivers, Mid Coast Senior Health Center will host Lisa Gellatly, OTR/L, CHANS Home Health Care for a presentation on "Making Your Home ... Read more

Topsham Family Practice Open House & Storywalk - April 18
Mid Coast Medical Group-Topsham Family Practice will be hosting an open house on Saturday, April 18 from 10:00 AM to noon at the medical office building on Wellness Way. Children and .. Read more

Diane Ford acupuncturist with Brunswick Massage and Wellness and Acupuncture Diane has been certified to conduct a Prepare for surgery and heal faster workshop. This workshop can be done in person or by phone. It is the same workshop that they do at Brigham and Women's and can reduce pain 2-350 present and reduce hospital stay. To learn more or schedule a workshop contact Diane at 207-729-4555. She also continues to do awesome acupuncture!
Presentation & Instruction

Why Rent When You Can Buy A Home? - April 2

Bring your question and your note books! Join us for a distinguished information session and discussion with: Jason Norton - Senior Mortgage Loan Officer / Northeast Bank ...  Read more

 

Modern Ecological, Political, and Social Change in the Alaskan Arctic - April 9

Have you wondered what it is like to watch major portions of the coast on which you depend destroyed by massive storms, discover that waters from which you make a living .... Read more

 

Commemorating the End of the Civil War - April 9

Ambassador Thomas Pickering will reflect upon his experiences of negotiating peace treaties around the work in relation to the peace that ended the civil war on April 9, 1865. Open to the ... Read more

 

New World War II Book Club!

People Plus is pleased to announce the beginning of a new WWII Book Club for members. Meeting the third Wednesday of every month, from 3 to 4:30 PM, and with a theme of ....  Read more

For Kids

April Vacation Kids Tennis Camp - April 22 & 24

Calling all kids! Come and join us at Maine Pines to play TENNIS over April Vacation week! This camp is for kids ages 4-11. Kids will work on their strokes through fun games and drills .. Read more

 

Learn to Rally Tennis Camp Maine Pines: 

Maine Pines is offering a Red Ball Learn to Rally Tennis Camp for kids ages 4-7 from July 13 - 16! Kids will play tennis through game situations and fun drills, following USTA guidelines ...  Read more

 

Maine Pines is offering an Orange Ball Learn to Rally Tennis Camp for kids ages 8-11 from August 3 - 6! Kids will play tennis through game situations and fun drills, following USTA  ...  Read more
Business News

IT'S ALL GOOD's 4th anniversary CELEBRATION and huge sales event - April 11

In typical It's All Good celebration style, this themed party will boast LAS VEGAS glitter and bling. A roulette wheel will determine discounts and shoppers who sport razzle-dazzle will be...  Read more

MK Studio

Ready for a change? We're ready to help! Give us a call 319-8715. Now servicing eyelash extensions as well as hair extensions. For more information check out our webpage at www.melissakrebs.com or our Facebook page.

 

All Aboard Brunswick

To everyone who came to the DEP hearing on March 25, THANK YOU for being there!  All Aboard supporters numbered well over 100 at the DEP hearing.  We know that many who arrived were not able to park.  Thank you for making the effort and thanks also to those who were out ... Read more

BRUNSWICK'S WEEKLY CURBSIDE COMPOSTING SERVICE
For less than the cost of a cup of coffee each week, you can now save on green bags, protect the environment, and get high-quality compost for your spring plantings. Subscribe for the We Compost It! weekly compost pickup to get your bucket at: www.wecompostit.com/curbside. Contact Brett at [email protected] or 272-0896 with questions.
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