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BDA's Spring Speaker Series
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to BDA's "Tribute to Bowdoin College President Barry Mills and The Honorable Karen Mills" held this morning at The Brunswick Hotel & Tavern.
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Volunteer of the Year Award
| Linda Saila presents Volunteer of the Year Awards to Bernie Breitbart & Alison Harris |
Preservation Awards
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Claudia Knox presents a Preservation Award to Pastor Mark Rockwood, Berean Baptist Church.
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Claudia Knox presents a Preservation Award to Julie & Adrian Erdman
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Look for a complete article covering this event in the Times Record on Friday, May 1st!
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Gorham Bike & Ski - May 9
BDA's newest member, Gorham Bike and Ski, invites you to a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Saturday, May 9. Join us at 11 AM at 88 Union Street, Brunswick to help us celebrate the opening of their newest store. |
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Simply Social at Wicked Joe Coffee - May 20
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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.
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Downtown Brunswick Events
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Endless Interstate CD Release at Frontier - May 1
This special event will be held in the gallery space adjacent to Frontier. "The vocal dynamics and songwriting abilities shine all the way through this album. From the opening sounds ... Read more
1st Annual Midcoast Maine Lyme Disease Support & Education Conference - May 2
This is a FREE Community Event filled with experts in the field of Lyme and Tick-borne Diseases, sharing their knowledge and ... Read more
Last Day to Donate to: Mid Coast Hospital's "Grand and Glorious" Yard Sale is May 2
9 AM-12 Noon at front door of old Borders, Merrymeeting Plaza. Advance tickets for "Preview Party" on Friday, May 8, 6-8:30 PM, on sale at $20 pp at MCH Gift Shop, Gulf of Maine Bookstore and drop-off site. Take Mom to this great party, FMI, 207-373-6015. Yard Sale is May 8, 9 & 10. Read more
Ameranouche at Frontier - May 2
The award winning Ameranouche Trio is the premier gypsy jazz trio in the US. The name is derived from two words: American and ... Read more
Please circle May 7 on your calendars. Taking place at Curtis Library
Library in the evening rather than in the afternoon ... Read more
3rd Annual Hacker's Ball Golf Tournament, May 8.
Registration starts 8 AM, tee-off 9 AM. Scramble with Shotgun Start. Try out the Air Cannon! Lots of prizes! At Brunswick Golf Club .. more here
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
"The Murph" mixed-terrain 5 mile race - May 9
A 5-mile race on Bath's beautiful Whiskeag Trail in memory of Navy Seal, LT Michael P. Murphy. Proceeds support The Michael P. Murphy Scholarship, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Fields for Our Future and Bath Parks & Recreation Department. For more information or to register visit: www.bathrecreation.com/info
Public Supper - May 9
Good Food and Good Friends! Brunswick United Methodist Church's Public  Supper. Beans, Salads, Casseroles and Homemade .. Read more
Mother's Day at 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
Victorian Mother's Day Tea - May 10
"Among all evocative words, most treasured are these: Come for tea."
Cabot Mill Antiques 4th Annual Complimentary Victorian Mother's Day Tea with 20% off Storewide Savings. Sunday May 10th, tea ... Read more
National Transportation Week - May 11 through 15
The Brunswick Explorer is celebrating National Transportation Week by suspending fares for the week of May 11-15. Hourly bus service daily, Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 7 PM ... more here
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
Bourbon Tasting at The Tavern - May 17
Join us for our upcoming bourbon tasting in The Tavern. Chef David Pendexter has created an incredible tasting menu featuring dishes that pair perfectly with a selection of bourbon ... Read more
The Village Heritage Society Memorial Day Herb Sale & Silent Auction - May 25 9 AM to 2 PM in the Seven-Eleven parking lot. Proceeds support Original Spirit of the Dragon Award Scholarship! FMI: VHS_pls95@yahoo.com.
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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. FMI: www.thedanielhotel.com
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Do you juggle, sing, walk on stilts? Do you do gymnastics, tell jokes, dance? Are you outgoing, upbeat and like to dress in costumes? Maine State Music Theatre wants you at open call auditions for FOOTLIGHT FOLLIES - the theatre's largest fundraiser of the year - and the all-volunteer MSMT PLAYERS! Saturday, May 2, 11 AM. 22 Elm Street, Brunswick. www.msmt.org.
Bowdoin International Music Festival
Tickets are now on sale for Music: the Art of Friendship, the Bowdoin Festival's summer concert program. Highlights include appearances by the Dover, Miró, Pacifica, and Ying Quartets. June 29 - August 7. Visit: bowdoinfestival.org or call 207-725-3895.
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
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
Midcoast Maine's Got Talent - May 9
The Rotary Club of Brunswick is searching for local talent for "Midcoast Maine's Got Talent!" on May 9, at 7 p.m., at the Orion Performance Center in Topsham. All ages and all types of talent ... 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
PaintNite Spindle Works Fundraiser - June 20
Takes place at Coast Bar & Bistro, presented by At Last... Salon & Day Spa! Join the At Last... staff for a PaintNite to raise money for Spindle Works. Buy your tickets here.
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Brunswick Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Leadership Meeting - May 11
How can you help? Join our Brunswick leadership team - a little time, and a little talent go a long way in the fight against breast cancer. We meet once a month so join us on Monday, May 11th. Read more
Relay For Life of Brunswick
Get out your leg warmers, and your Aqua Net and join the fight against cancer. The Relay For Life of Brunswick is bringing back to the 80's! Join us for a fun night at Brunswick High School ... Read more
Bobcat 5K & 1mi Family Fun Run - May 16
The Bobcat 5K is a fundraising effort by the Stowe Community Group to further enhance our children's education and experience at the Harriet Beecher Stowe Elementary School in ... Read more
FREE Group Runs at Believe Fitness Center
Wednesday nights at 6:30 PM starting 4/29 and running thru 5/27. This is an ALL LEVEL run group! If you have never run before, just learning to run or are already a runner you can join us. 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
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Presentation & Instruction
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Hidden Histories of New England Towns - May 3
Dr. Margaret Bendroth, Executive Director of the Congregational Library and Archives in Boston, will speak Sunday, May 3, at 11:30 AM at First Parish Church of Brunswick. Her topic: "On the Read more
"Who am I?" Introduction to Genealogy - May 7
Join us Thursday at 1 PM when Liz Doucett, Director of the Curtis Memorial Library, teaches the basics of genealogy. Learn tactics for starting research, getting information, organizing .. Read more
Small Business Success Seminar - May 13
Workforce and Training Opportunities for Your Business presented by Goodwill's Workforce Solutions. May 13, noon to 1 PM, bring your lunch if you'd like. Learn about grants available to build your workforce ... Read more
"Touching Base" with Steve Levesque - May 14
Steve Levesque, Executive Director of Midcoast Regional Development Authority (MRRA) visit
Maine Cancer Advocacy Committee Meeting - May 18
Do you want to make sure the VOICES of cancer patients and their families are heard in Augusta and Washington? Join us to fight back against cancer! Join the American Cancer Society .. 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 from Noon to 1 PM.. 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.
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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
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IT'S ALL GOOD RESALE
is once again crafting and selling colorful ornamental flowers made from old records. Proceeds from the flower sales help fund enrichment projects at South African schools. Last summer, It's All Good made and sold enough flowers to build a water collection and purification system at a primary school! Stop by to see these whimsical creations and to contribute to this great fundraising effort. The flowers make a great Mother's Day gift! www.shopitsallgoodconsignment.com
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.
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