October 14, 2015

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BDA's Silent & Live Auction - Friday, October 23rd!
Amazing auction items, live music, fabulous food generously donated by our downtown restaurants & businesses and cash bar - 5 to 7:30 PM. We hope you will join us for our biggest fundraiser of the year which supports Brunswick's Downtown Holiday Lighting! Check out a partial list of auction items at: www.brunswickdowntown.org.
Thanks to our event sponsors: Bath Savings Institution & Charles Crosby Entertainment/DJ/MC/Auction Service.
BDA's Simply Social at Berrie's Hearing & Optical
Tuesday, October 27
Join us for a fun and social evening of networking with local business & community members, the BDA board and staff. Register here.
This is a free event.
Borrow My Boutique Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - October 29
Join us Thursday, October 29 at
5 PM for a Brunswick Downtown
Association Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at downtown Brunswick's newest business located at Senter Place: Borrow My Boutique.
Register you team now for
BDA's Rolling Slumber Bed Races!
The 5th Annual Rolling Slumber Bed Races will take place on November 14th.  Registration is now open - with a special discounted rate for past racing teams. Are you ready to do it all again?!!!! To Learn more click here.
Support Brunswick Holiday Lighting!   
The BDA needs your support as we expand our plans for holiday lighting along Maine Street and the Town Mall. Our goal is $15,000, we are currently at $8,130. Donate at Wilbur's on Maine Street where every gift of $10 or more receives a free chocolate! FMI or to donate online, click here.
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.
Downtown Brunswick Events

History Happy Hour - October 15
Join Pejepscot Historical Society for our next HISTORY HAPPY HOUR on Thurs., October 15, at The Brunswick Inn (165 Park Row), 5 PM. $5 admission benefits Pejepscot Historical Society. Read more

Bowdoin's Inaugural Symposium - October 16
"The Power of the Liberal Arts," a symposium that is prelude to the inauguration of Clayton S. Rose as the 15th president of Bowdoin College, convenes a roster of thought leaders for two ... Read more

Armies at Frontier - October 16
Led by vocalists Dave Gutter and Anna Lombard, Armies meld electro pop with duet style anthems inspired by French pop duets of the sixties. Drawing on themes based around temptation ..Read more

Welcome Home Realty Fall Open House - October 17
Join us for A Taste of Autumn with  Apple Cider, Baked Goods, Pumpkins and Apples  & Children's Activities & Fun For All Ages,  Saturday, October 17th, 11 AM-2 PM., 55 Harpswell Rd., Read more

Bill Dodge Auto Group Fall Festival - October 17
Come to the Bill Dodge Pre-Owned Super Center in Brunswick on Saturday October 17th for the 3rd annual Fall Festival! Free pumpkins, face painting by Party Palooga, Summit Adventures, Read more

MSMT Costume Sale - October 17
Just in time for Halloween, the MSMT Costumes Sale ( 10 AM - 6 PM) is your opportunity to own autumn_leaves_rustle.jpg genuine theatrical costumes from our stock at incredible prices! Ballgowns, shoes, hats, ... Read more

Knights of Columbus Public Breakfast Buffet - October 18
Sunday all you can eat breakfast buffet. Adults $8.00 Children 5 and under $3.00

Chamber Regional Luncheon with Lois Skillings & Randee Reynolds - October 21
A Vision for the Health of the Community. Networking, a delicious lunch served tableside and presentation. The Brunswick Hotel & Tavern. Register for this event: www.midcoastmaine

The Big Swing Charity Golf Tournament - October 23
Due to inclement weather, we had to postpone our Big Swing Charity Golf Tournament. The new date is Friday, October 23, 2015. The good news is we still have room for a few teams. Read more

Midcoast Area Walk to End Alzheimer's - October 24
Join your fellow community members to raise money for the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter on this walk. Registration opens at 8 am, walk begins at 9 am. FMI, to register/donate online, www.alz.org

Walk to End Alzheimer's with Team Bun Bun's! - October 24
Join team Bun Bun's and Walk to End Alzheimer's on October 24th! Those who donate or raise at least $100 will be appreciated by the Bun Bun's Bake Shop crew with a dozen freshly baked ... Read more

UU Concerts for a Cause: JESSE FEINBERG - October 24
Pianist Jesse Feinberg will present a benefit concert on Saturday, October 24th, at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick, corner of Pleasant and Middle Streets, Brunswick, 3 PM ...Read more

Chamber After Hours Hosted by Maine Pines Racquet & Fitness - October 28
SMMC's Chamber After Hours events are the best regional networking events. Make new connections, gather business leads and reconnect with business owners. Chamber members, their ...  Read more

Grand Opening Celebration: Borrow My Boutique - October 17
Come celebrate the GRAND OPENING of Borrow My Boutique with Ria and Stacey in beautiful downtown Brunswick on Saturday, October 17th at 10 AM. Sign-up for membership and ... Read more

Solarize Brunswick for the Business Community - November 4th
Join us for this special event open to the business community on Wed. November 4, 7:30-9AM. 7:30-8AM will be breakfast and networking. From 8 - 9 AM will be a presentation by Fortunat ... Read more

Beatles For Sale - November 6
The hugely-popular Beatles tribute band committed to re-creating the sounds of the Beatles live, is returning to Maine. Sponsored by the Fairfield Inn, where band members will be staying ...Read more
 
Cabot Mill Antiques 19th Anniversary Celebration
Sale! 20% off Storewide. Free Appraisals, Presentations, Prizes, Entertainment. Free Appraisals with Bruce Buxton. Overview of Asian Furniture, Jay Bowyer. Collecting Lamps 20's, 30's ... Read more

48th Annual Ski & Skate Sale - November 8
This very popular sale will again offer hundreds of pairs of new and used skis, skates, boots, and recreation equipment for sale at rock-bottom prices from both the general public and ... Read more

Live in the Lounge at Frontier - Wednesdays
Featured acts include Micromasse, Dos Canosos, RJ Miller, v i n y l j u n k y, and OC & the Offbeats and others. Sit back, unwind and enjoy the best in food, drink and live music. 8 PM
 
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 - Thursday Evenings
Lee Sykes has been singing and playing guitar professionally since 1990. Specializing in Easy Listening music of many genres, he has entertained ...   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

Bounce at Frontier - October 17 to 18
Equal parts science, history and cultural essay, BOUNCE removes us from the scandals and commercialism of today's sports world to uncover the true reasons we play ball, helping us ...Read more

Celebrate installation of "The Birches" by Karl Saila - October 19
Help Brunswick Public Art celebrate the installation of "The Birches," a mural by Karl Saila, on the gate between What's Up? at Senter Place and Cool as a Moose at Town Hall Place.  Read more

Unbranded | Tues Oct 20 - Sun Oct 25
Border to border from Mexico to Canada, four friends embarked on the journey of a lifetime.  With exquisite cinematography of breathtaking terrain from the Grand Canyon to Yellowstone ...Read more

The 3rd Dimension at Spindleworks - now through October 31
One of the many great things about Spindleworks in the summer is that there is MORE SPACE. Once the warm weather arrives, the artists start working outside on our porches, in the garden ...Read more
Health & Fitness

NEW Fitness Study!  Are you out of shape or just out of ideas? Starts October 21st
Maine Pines needs 30 volunteers to participate in a 6 Week Fitness Study! Program includes: *Pre and post fitness & health assessment, 6 weeks fitness membership, 6 special classes  ...  Read more

Mid Coast Center For Weight & Lifestyle Change - October 22
For those struggling with weight loss, diets by themselves do not ensure long lasting change. Those looking for a better solution can join this comprehensive program that focuses on weight ... Read more

Free Yoga for Cancer Program - October 29
Mid Coast Hospital and Maine Pines Racquet & Fitness have partnered to offer a new yoga program designed to limit stress, reduce fatigue, and promote healing for cancer patients. The six ... Read more

Families Touched By Lyme - November 4
These family's journeys encompass not only Lyme Disease and associated tick borne infections but also psychiatric manifestations such as depression, paranoia and anxiety, autism ... Read more

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

Love Heals:  A Weekend with Becca Stevens & Women of Thistle Farms - October 14
Love Heals conference will focus particularly on what the faith community can do to address the issues and needs in New England. Local providers and advocates will be available for...  Read more

Small Business Success Seminar - October 14
SAFE COMPUTING FOR YOUR BUSINESS. Best Practices to help protect your network.  FREE. Register for this event: www.midcoastmaine.com

Maine Maritime Lobster Lecture Series -  October 22
Grit and Determination: Past, Present and Future Issues facing Lobstermen and Women - Patrice McCarren Maine lobstermen are at the heart of bringing the state's most iconic ...  Read more

Ask the Expert: Identity Theft and Fraud - October 22
Join us for a panel discussion October 22, 6:00 PM, on protecting yourself from identity theft and fraud. Come with questions ready about safely navigating fraud and identity theft concerns 
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"Topsham, Maine" Author Talk - October 28
Join us for an author talk with retired college history professor and Highlands resident Robert C. Williams discussing his second small-town history, "Topsham, Maine: From the River to ...
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Better Living. Better Lunch. - November 3 & 17
Discover opportunities for better living at The Highlands. Join us for a complimentary luncheon with some of our residents and staff, learn about life at The Highlands, and experience an ...
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For Kids

School-Based Mentors Are Needed!!!
Do you know someone who would make a great Big Brother or Big Sister? Please help us spread the word about the need for Bigs in our School Programs! There are opportunities to mentor ...  Read more

Family Fall Decorating at Bun Bun's Bake Shop - October 24
This is a FREE event! Bring the children in any time between 2 and 4 pm for cookie decorating and punch! Complimentary hot cider or coffee for the adults! Bun Bun's Bake Shop, 30 Bath Rd., Brunswick.

Brunswick Parks & Recreation Activities - October 23 to 31
The Brunswick Parks & Recreation Department will be hosting a Windows Painting Contest, Jr High Halloween Dance, & its annual Halloween Parade and Creepy Creatures party .... Read more

Free Halloween Kids Tennis Extravaganza! - October 28
Bring your kids to Maine Pines for our annual FREE Halloween Kid's Tennis Extraviganza: Wednesday, October 28 from 4-5:30pm. Kids of all ages are welcome.   Read more

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  ... Read more
Business News

The Brunswick Inn
Announcing the launch of Park Row Kitchen Granola, now available at Local Market and at Morning Glory Natural Foods. Grab yours today and find out why this granola has had guests at The Brunswick Inn raving for years!

Atlantic Regional announces the Blank Check Approval Auto Loan.
* Buying Power: Freedom to write the dealership a check at point of sale.
* Quick & Easy Financing: Apply and get approved from the comfort of your home.
* Convenience: No need to wait! Receive the check and purchase the vehicle immediately.  www.atlanticregional.com

Volunteer Train Hosts needed!
TrainRiders Northeast manages the Downeaster on-board host program, and we are looking for volunteers to join our team. Train hosts are on board between either Brunswick or Portland and Boston.  The host's mission is to assist passengers who may not be familiar ... Read more
Public Notice

Solarize Brunswick Kick Off Event - October 17
Sat. Oct. 17 from 12 to 3 PM at the Curtis Memorial Library - Morrell Meeting Room. 23 Pleasant Street.
Join ReVision Energy as we kick off the Solarize Brunswick group purchase program. We'll lead with an introduction to the Solarize program and how it works, as well as general overview of solar. Solar designers will be available during the event to help walk homeowners through the early stages of solar - how large a system do you need, looking up your roof on Google Maps to see if it faces south, how the Solarize pricing works, module choices, etc.
  * We strongly encourage attendees to bring a copy of a recent electric bill, and all of their questions about solar! Light refreshments provided
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