April 15, 2015

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4th Anniversary!

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BDA Events

BDA's Spring Speaker Series - 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 here
Seating is limited, registration is required.
5th Annual Downtown Conference - May 1st

If you are starting out in Downtown Revitalization or are well on your way, we have gathered experts from Maine in all Four Points of the National Main Street model to share success stories, best practices and innovations. First Parish Church, 9 Cleaveland Street, Brunswick.

Click here for more details and to REGISTER!

Volunteers Needed at the Visitor Center!

The Brunswick Visitor Center needs greeters for the summer months. If interested, please call Linda or Joan at the Visitor Center: 207-721-0999.

Downtown Brunswick Events

Annual Collection - The Village Heritage Society

Patty Sparks, Founder/CEO will be visiting area businesses in April to accept contributions for the original Spirit of the Dragon Award Scholarship, honoring one outstanding student or graduate each year. Thank you for your continuing support! FMI: 210-837-9669.


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 on sale for $10 and $15 each. Dinner is additional $10..Read more

 

Regional Chamber After Hours  - April 22

Experience the best networking at Regional Chamber After Hours. Hosted by RE/MAX Riverside, 1 Bowdoin Mill Island, Topsham. Catered by SeaDog Brewing and cash bar by Byrne's Irish Pub.  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

B 2 B Marketplace  - April 28

Sponsored by General Dynamics Bath Iron Works, held at Coastal Performance Training Center, 14 Thomas Point Rd., Brunswick on Tuesday, April 28, 1- 5 PM. Presented by Greater Freeport...  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

 

Theater Project 7th Annual Benefit Auction - May 8

Please join The Theater Project Board of Directors, along with Artistic Director/Founder Al Miller and Executive Director Wendy Poole at The Theater Project's 7th Annual Silent and Live .. Read more

 

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

Spring in Bloom Open House - May 14

Come anytime between Noon and 3:00pm to tour our single and duplex homes. Get inspired by local florists' home staging and enjoy fresh spring fare by our chefs at each stop along ... Read more

 

All Species Parade - May 15

PLEASE NOTE DATE CHANGE! Come one, come all to the Annual All Species Parade! Once again, to celebrate spring and the diversity of natural species on our planet, Spindleworks ... Read more

The Village Heritage Society Memorial Day Herb Sale & Silent Auction - May 25
Monday, May 25, 9 AM to 2 PM in the Seven-Eleven parking lot. Proceeds support Original Spirit of the Dragon Award Scholarship! FMI: [email protected].
Art & Culture

Bowdoin International Music Festival - 2015 Season

Spring coming too slowly? Tax day got you down? Cheer up, summer is coming! Prepare to celebrate Music: the Art of Friendship this summer at the Bowdoin International Music Festival.  Read more  

 

Local Color 2015 - April 1 to May 2

Bayview Gallery is pleased to announce its first exhibit of the season "Local Color 2015". Shaking off the winter doldrums by featuring paintings by four artists with strong ties to mid-coast... 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

Water Bodies Opening Reception - May 8

Hosted by Spindleworks, Water Bodies is meant to draw attention to our living planet both to celebrate, and to raise awareness of the diversity of species, all of which are affected... Read more

 

Paint Nite at Sebasco Harbor Resort -May 19

Bring your girlfriends down to Sebasco for Paint Nite! Arrive early for access to a Paint Nite menu with specials on apps & drinks, an early dinner, or spend the evening with a special ... Read more

 

DaPonte String Quartet Winter Series III:  Short and Sweet - May 24

The program for this final Winter Season concert will include: Hugo Wolf  -  Italian Serenade,, George Gershwin  - Lullaby, Franz Schubert - Quartettsatz (Opus posthumous), Anton Webern..  Read more
Health & Fitness

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

April is Stress Awareness Month! Stop by our office to see how stress effects your body and what whole food supplements can help! Wellness & Chiropractic Care.  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

Free Healing Clinic with Greater Brunswick Physical Therapy - April 24

Come relax and unwind as People Plus hosts a Healing Clinic sponsored by Greater Brunswick Physical Therapy from 11 Am - 5 PM. Includes Professional health practitioners ...  Read more

 

Spring Wellness Fair 2015 - April 25

Join Maine Pines and The Pine Tree Studio for a special Spring Wellness Fair on Saturday, April 25th! FREE yoga, Pilates, and foam rolling classes. Reflexology, green smoothie ... Read more

World Tai Chi Day Event - April 25

Bowdoin College Campus - Walker Art Museum Quad (indoor site: Sargent Gym). Sponsored by the Bowdoin College Asian Student Association; Public welcome to watch, or join in ...  Read more

 

Trek Across Maine Training at Believe Fitness Center, Inc.

We will take you through a series of rides that will prepare you for a 3-day, 180-mile cycling event from the mountains of Sunday River to the sea in Belfast.   We've done the Trek ...  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

Bouquet of Flavors Luncheon - April 21

Join us at 11:00 am to learn more about retirement options in senior living as well as the various rental and ownership options at The Highlands. Presentation followed by complimentary  Read more

 

FYI! Rob Jarratt - Finding Strength - April 23

Known first as owner of The Good Sports store, then as Director of Marketing and Development at the Maine State Music Theatre, Rob Jarratt has a resume in Brunswick a mile long. What ... Read more

 

Lunch and Learn: "Are You Ready?" - April 27

Join us at People Plus on Monday, April 27, 12 noon for our "Aging Well" lunch. Be entertained while you learn how to complete your own advance directive, get an "aging" education ... Read more

 

Coffee Chat - April 28

Presenter Brian Roy, Paychex Account Manager, will discuss the following top five topics that can cost a business time and money: Labor poster, New hire reporting, Workers' comp.  Read more

 

Resident Testimonial Luncheon - May 20

Join us at 11:00 AM to hear what our residents are saying about their experience and living at The Highlands. A special complimentary luncheon will follow the presentation.   Read more

 

Midcoast Senior College - Thursdays

The Midcoast Senior College holds a one-hour Current Events Forum every Thursday at the Curtis Library in the Morrell Room. Everyone is welcome. We discuss current events in the state and nationally. If you are looking for a stimulating hour of sharing your thoughts this is the place for you.

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

Ray Labbe & Sons 60th Anniversary!

In 1955, Raymond & Madeline Labbe started  Ray Labbe & Sons from their kitchen table with the help of their family. Today Peter and Paul are honored and thankful to announce their 60th year of Ray Labbe & Sons providing quality excavation and paving services. More details & photos here.

 

Maine State Music Theatre's 2015 season

Tickets to Maine State Music Theatre's 2015 season, including The Full Monty, Sister Act, The Music Man, and Young Frankenstein, go on sale April 29th at 9:00 AM. 207-725-8769 or www.msmt.org.

 

Thinking about composting? We Compost It!

We have a spring opportunity for you! If you join We Compost It! with a 12-month subscription before May 10th at only $9.75 per month, you will be eligible to win a Community-Supported Agriculture farm share from your neighbors at Milk Weed Farm. At We Compost It!, we are proud to support local businesses like Milkweed Farm. Let's grow together!

 

Women's Fitness Studio New Classes

Start spreading the news... we are rolling out our new Les Mills Classes! Tell your girlfriends, relatives and co-workers to Try it out for one week, FREE! A $25 Value! Pick up a complimentary pass from any staff member. Ends April 30, 2015.

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Come in to take the train or the bus or just to pick up brochures!  FMI call 721-0999.