June 10, 2015

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Brunswick 2nd Friday ArtWalk - June 12

Downtown Brunswick's 2nd Friday ArtWalk begins Friday, June 12! Sponsored by Five Rivers Arts Alliance & the BDA. 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 at: www.fiveriversart.orgDownload the brochure here-- See the "Arts & Culture" section below for more listings.
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 or download the schedule here.
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 from noon to 4 PM. Fun games for kids, face painting, live music all day! More details. Active emergency service providers & immediate family eat FREE!

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

Tedford Housing Annual Awards - June 11

Please join the staff and board of Tedford Housing on Thursday, June 11 at 4:30 PM at The Daniel Hotel, 10 Water Street, Brunswick. We will recognize three organizations for their   ... Read more

 

Atlantic Time Clocks Reception - June 12

Celebrating new location and larger display of antique clocks at Cabot Mill Antiques in Brunswick. View our amazing display of antique clocks and enjoy light refreshments. Talk to John Paynter ... Read more

 

2015 Woman's World Cup - June 12

The 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup will be the seventh FIFA Women's World Cup, the quadrennial international women's football world championship tournament. In March 2011, Canada  ... Read more

 

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. 

 

ONE NIGHT ONLY: FAME!  - June 15

Maine State Music Theatre's intern company presents FAME: THE MUSICAL. Join us on June 15th at 7:30 PM to see the future stars of Broadway in our original production of this unforgettable show. Call the Box Office at 207-725-8769 or visit www.msmt.org for tickets and details. Read more


Allagash Beer Dinner at Sebasco Harbor Resort - June 18
Join Sebasco Harbor Resort Executive Chef Isaac Aldrich and Allagash Brewing as they present a night of great food with incredible beer! This space-limited event will pair  the beers of ...  Read more

Curtis Friends Library Book Sale - June 26 to 28
The Curtis Friends Book Sale returns to the Brunswick Junior High School gymnasium, 65 Columbia Ave., Friday through Sunday, June 26 - 28. Once again, there will be over 70,000 ... 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


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

It Follows at Frontier - June 9 to 14

For 19-year-old Jay (Monroe), the fall should be about school, boys and weekends at the lake. Yet, after a seemingly innocent sexual encounter she suddenly finds herself plagued by  ...  Read more

 

The Fellowship Art Gallery

Located in the Unitarian-Universalist Church of Brunswick, The Fellowship Art Gallery, rotates exhibits by local artists, each beginning the second Wednesday of the month. The gallery is open to the public Tues- Fri 10 AM - 4 PM, and Saturdays 10 AM - 2 PM. Call 729-8515 for more information.

 

Summer Island Studio Artist Reception - June 12
Returning Artist, Sally Loughridge will be showing the month of June at Summer Island Studio Gallery of Fine Artisans. Artist Reception will be held the 12th of June the 2nd Friday Artwalk ... Read more

Put a Bird on it!  June 12

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

 

Pastel Narratives at Points of View Art Gallery - June 12

A narrative is a story - but it can be told from many perspectives.  Pastel Narratives brings together works in pastel by Harriet Lindemann and Barbara Snapp at Points of View Art Gallery.  Read more


Suddenly Summer at Gallery Framing - June 12
Suddenly Summer is the show by Points of View Artists at Gallery Framing in June.  Spring is past - and summer is here at last!  Points of View Artists present their own views of summer ...  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


"Families Affairs" - A Center Stage Players production - June 13 to 16

The Center Stage Players are excited to announce performance dates for their next production, "Families Affairs,"  their own original spoof of the classic radio soap opera complete  ... 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.

Crossflame Youth Choir and Orchestra - June 22

Join one of the oldest continuous church youth choirs in the United States, based at the St. Luke's United Methodist Church of Hickory, North Carolina at a FREE concert in Brunswick ... Read more


Sister Act - June 24 to July 11

The feel-amazing musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that will have you jumping to your feet! Featuring original music by TONY and 8-time Oscar winner Alan Menken (Newsies ..  Read more 

 

"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

Bowdoin International Music Festival presents "An Evening Among Friends" - June 30
A gala concert and dinner to raise money for student scholarships. The evening will feature a concert in Studzinski Recital Hall at 5 PM with the 2015 Kaplan Fellows, followed by a reception   Read more
Health & Fitness

Brunswick Parks & Recreation Summer Programs

We have a busy summer lined up, with the following programs: Summer Vacation Camp (Day Camp at HBS) Preschool Mini Camp, Art Camps, Swimming Lessons, Sports Camps:  Basketball, Lacrosse.. More HERE

 

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 

 

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

 

Summer Dance at The Moving Company - June 22 to August 15

The Moving Company Dance Studio in Topsham is proud to offer an 8 week Summer Dance session for students age 2 through adult! Classes run from June 22 - August 15. Offerings include  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

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 - Summer Wisdom Series

Global climate change and Maine's natural resources, present and future: gloom and doom or economic boom? The history of Maine is closely tied to its natural resources; forests, farms ... Read more

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

The Bank of Maine

Small business loan special. Low rate, quick decisions. 0.0% interest for the first three months, 3.00% for remaining term. Learn more here

 

Morton Real Estate Welcomes Becky-Sue Betts

We are pleased to announce that Becky-Sue Betts is the newest addition to our agency. Becky-Sue is a Bailey Island native with 30 years of experience in Property & Rental Management as well as the founder and previous owner of Your Island Connection. Her local knowledge and expertise are valuable assets to her real estate clients. Contact Becky-Sue:729-1863 or  BeckySue@MaineRe.com.www.MaineRe.com

 

Volunteers Needed

Parkview Hospital is currently looking for volunteers to work shifts in the Gift Shop. Available shifts include Wednesday mornings and Friday, both mornings and afternoons. Please contact Sue Marley, Volunteer/Gift Shop Services at Parkview FMI: 207-373-4518. 

 

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

Greenlight Maine

Maine entrepreneurs can vie for a chance to become one of 26 prospective companies participating in a weekly TV show called "Greenlight Maine" and aim to win a minimum prize of $100,000 ... Read more

Public Notice

Automobile re-registration-by-mail notices.  

Effective July 1st, 2015 the Town of Brunswick will discontinue mailing automobile re-registration-by-mail notices. If requested, the Tax Office will continue to process re-registrations with materials received through the mail.  Please call the Tax Office to request details on the on the materials ...  Read  more
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