May 27, 2015

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Simply Social at Bill Dodge

Pre-owned Supercenter - June 9

Please join us and plan to bring a friend to BDA's Simply Social networking event, Tuesday, June 9, from 5 - 7 PM at Bill Dodge Pre-Owned Super Center, 118 Pleasant Street, Brunswick.  Register here.

Brunswick 2nd Friday ArtWalk - June 12

Downtown Brunswick's 2nd Friday ArtWalk begins Friday, June 12!

Over 10 galleries and churches in the Maine Street area will be participating from 5 - 8 PM. Free transportation on Brunswick Explorer buses!  Find more information, including a map, at: www.fiveriversart.org

 

National Train Day - June 20

The Brunswick Visitor Center and train station at 16 Station Avenue will  be the scene for those who love trains - big and small. Maine Train Day is Saturday, June 20th from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM. 
Music on the Mall Summer Concerts begin June 24!
Wednesday evenings from 6 to 8 PM on the Town Mall (Green). Free admission! Grab a blanket, bring your family and friends, order a picnic dinner or dine at a local Brunswick restaurant, then relax and enjoy great music. Click here for the concert schedule.

Community BBQ - June 27

New Event! BDA's Community

BBQ & Tribute to Brunswick's Fire, Police and Rescue service providers to recognize their dedication to our community! The BBQ will take place on the Town Mall (Green) in downtown Brunswick, noon to 4 PM. Fun games for kids, face painting, live music all day! More details: www.brunswickdowntown.org

Boost Brunswick! and join the Brunswick Downtown Association! Businesses and residents are invited to join our organization. Click here for more information about BDA membership benefits.
Downtown Brunswick Events

Taking Root Plant Sale - May 30th

The Brunswick-Topsham Landtrust 4th Annual Taking Root Plant Sale is Saturday, May 30, 9 AM to 2 PM at the Masonic Hall, 65 Baribeau Dr., Brunswick.  The proceeds to benefit the ... read more

 

THE FULL MONTY at Maine State Music Theatre - Opening June 3

The 10-time TONY� Award nominee is filled with honest affection, engaging melodies and a raucous mix of razor-sharp humor and toe-tapping pizazz... not to mention the most highly anticipated closing number in Broadway history! 207-725-8769 or www.msmt.org.    

Kate Schrock and Glen DaCosta - June 6

Maine based critically acclaimed DIY singer/songwriter, Kate Schrock, has been working with Legendary Saxophonist, Glen DaCosta, of Bob Marley and the Wailers, for over 10 years. Read more

Atlantic Time Clocks Reception - June 12   

Celebrating new location and larger display of antique clocks at Cabot Mill Antiques Brunswick, 5-7PM. Come view our amazing display of antique clocks and enjoy light refreshments. Read more

 

14th Annual Parkview Golf Classic - July 7

Parkview Hospital is holding their 14th Annual Parkview Golf Classic on July 7, 2015 at Brunswick Golf Club.  FMI on sponsorship, donations and golfer registration, please contact ... Read more

 

Save The Date- Friday, September 11th, 9:00 AM Shotgun Start

Join us at Brunswick Golf Club for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Bath/Brunswick's annual charity golf tournament, "The Big Swing".  Enjoy 18 holes of golf with cart, lunch, contests, prizes, silent/live auction. A great event for a great cause! Contact Taylor Cole or through Facebook.

 

Public Breakfast - June 14

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


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 ...  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 

 

Lee Sykes in The Tavern - Tuesday & Thursday Nights

Lee Sykes has been singing and playing guitar professionally since 1990. Specializing in Easy Listening music of many genres, he has entertained in hotels, restaurants and pubs ... Read more


Katie Daggett in The Tavern - Friday Nights

Singer/songwriter Katie Daggett, a Maine native, has been performing her unique blend of adult contemporary music in coffeehouses, clubs , House concerts and restaurants...  Read more

Art & Culture

Bowdoin International Music Festival - June 29 to August 7

Treat yourself to six weeks of incredible music! Music: the Art of Friendship, the Bowdoin International Music Festival's summer concert program includes performances by Robert Moody, Jennifer Koh, Peter Serkin, Frank Huang (concertmaster of the New York Philharmonic) and the Dover, Mir�, Pacifica, and Ying Quartets. June 29 - August 7. Tickets, visit  bowdoinfestival.org or call 207-725-3895.

 

Fellowship Gallery Show at UUCB, by Carolyn Wiley - May 13 to June 10

The Fellowship Gallery, located in the Unitarian-Universalist Church of Brunswick, 1 Middle Street, continues to rotate exhibits by talented local artists. Carolyn Wiley will exhibit two ... Read more


Pinhole Photography Primer - May 28

Curtis Memorial Library - Following her participation in Worldwide Pinhole Photography Day in April, art teacher Mary Pennington will share her experiences, photos, and camera samples .... Read more

 

Voices in the Mirror - May 29, 30 & 31

Do you REALLY want to know what your teen is thinking?  When it comes to "Voices in the Mirror", The Theater Project promises you do.  The Theater Project presents the 19th annual ... Read more


Salt of the Earth - June 2 to June 7

For the last 40 years, the photographer Sebasti�o Salgado has been travelling through the continents, in the footsteps of an ever-changing humanity. He has witnessed some of the major .. Read more

 

"Search for the Forbidden [BLANK]!" - June 4 & 5

The Improvised Puppet Project takes YOU on a classic Choose Your Own Adventure journey, where the audience picks the title, chooses the protagonist, and makes every decision along the.  Read more

 

Put a Bird on it! June 5 to 30

Spindleworks presents "Put A Bird on It" at The Whatnot Gallery, 7 Lincoln St in Brunswick. Everything looks better with a bird on it! This fowl themed show from Spindleworks artists explores...  Read more

 

The Color on The Leaves June 12 & 13

Join the Spindleworks ensemble for this year's production, The Color on the Leaves. The ensemble, comprised of Earl and Diane Black, Kim Christensen, Al Miller, Anna McDougal, Nancy ... Read more

 

"A Peek Behind the Curtain" The Full Monty - June 10

Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT), in partnership with the Curtis Memorial Library, will hold a panel discussions throughout the 2015 season in the Morrell Meeting Room in Brunswick. Read more


Frank Goodyear, Co-Director Bowdoin College Art Museum - June 16

Since photography's introduction in 1839, every generation has re-invented the medium. Join Frank Goodyear, co-director of the Bowdoin College Museum of Art, as he discusses the ... 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.

"A Peek Behind the Curtain" Sister Act - July 1

Maine State Music Theatre (MSMT), in partnership with the Curtis Memorial Library, will hold a panel discussions throughout the 2015 season in the Morrell Meeting Room in Brunswick.  Read more
Health & Fitness

Brunswick Parks & Recreation Summer Programs

Please check out all our summer offerings!  Day Camp, Sports Programs, Art Camps, Kayaking, Learn to Swim Programs and more!!  For Program Information - Click HERE

 

Consider the Conversation - June 9

Film viewing and discussion; A thought provoking documentary, Consider the Conversation looks at many of the issues we will all face at the end of life. Consider the Conversation reminds ..  Read more

 

Aging Well Lunch and Learn: Vacationland 101 - June 22

People Plus continues its monthly Aging Well Lunch and Learn series with Vacationland 101 on June 22 at 12 PM. The Maine Tourism Association will talk about things to do and see in Maine!   Read more

 

Caregiver Resource and Support Group  - June 18

Addressing the Questions: Communicating with Someone with Memory Loss, Clare Clifford, SLP, CHANS Home Health Care and Mid Coast Senior Health Center. Immediately following  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


Easy Riders Biking Club

The People Plus Biking Club, Easy Riders, meets every Wednesday at 9 AM in the People Plus parking lot. The club plans local rides, usually lasting about an hour. A great way to explore the ...  Read more

 

Staying Active with Healthy Joints  - July 23
Join us for a presentation with Lisa D. Khoury, MD & William P. Simpson, PA-C of Mid Coast Medical Group - Orthopedics. Maine Lodge at The Highlands. 11 AM to 1 PM.


Adult Tennis 123

Summer is a great time to learn the lifetime sport of tennis! Tennis 123 includes 3 lessons, free weekend court time, free use of fitness and yoga classes/rooms, free. Read more
Presentation & Instruction

It Runs in the Family - June 4

Greater Brunswick PeaceWorks invites the community to a talk and book-signing "It Runs in the Family" by Frida Berrigan on Thursday, June 4 at 7 PM at Curtis Memorial Library. The daughter ... Read more

 

Healthy Oceans Healthy Mainers - June 5

Michael Devin, Maine State Rep and Marine Biologist, will talk about plastics and other problems in our oceans. He is an engaging and humorous speaker. Many of us Mainers depend on the ... Read more

 

Ken Gloss, Proprietor, Brattle Book Shop - June 17

Kenneth Gloss, proprietor of the internationally known Brattle Book Shop in Boston's Downtown Crossing section, will give a free and open talk Wednesday, June 17 at 6:00 P.M.  Read more

 

Midcoast Senior College - Thursdays

The Midcoast Senior College holds a one-hour Current Events Forum every Thursday at the Curtis Memorial 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.

For Kids

Kid's Tennis at Maine Pines!

Maine Pines is offering Tennis for Kids throughout the summer! It's a great time to learn this lifetime sport! Kids ages 4-7 meet on Mon and/or Wed from 4-5. Kids ages 8-11 meet on Mon and/or Wed from 5-6. Cost is $40/1 day/week for a month; $65/2 days/week for a month.   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

5th annual silent auction to benefit Embrace a Vet - August 1 to 15

At Last... Salon & Day Spa is hosting our 5th annual silent auction, which will run from August 1st - 15th. This year all proceeds will benefit Embrace a Vet. All money raised will go to support Embrace a Vet's mission; to provide direct and supportive services to Maine Veterans living ...  Read more

 

IT'S ALL GOOD RESALE

is bursting with beautiful spring and summer inventory including an entire display of brand new in-the-box Cole Haan shoes and sandals at one-quarter to one-half of original retail. Store your leather and lighten up your handbag load by sporting a brand new canvas or straw bag perfect for your summer styles. Lots and lots of dresses - from casual to wedding wear. Stop by and take a look. It's All Good is in the business of selling great styles in excellent condition! www.shopitsallgoodconsignment.com
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