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Tuesday, January 01, 2013
Foot Clinic (Clinic)
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Spectrum Generations, 12 Main St., Topsham, Me
There will be a diabetic foot clinic at the Southern Midcoast Community Center staffed on the first Tuesday of every month with a registered nurse. Rates are $30 per visit and package deals are available. Call for an appointment.
Lobster Dip for Special Olympics Maine (Community Family Event)
Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Location: 39 West Grand Ave Old Orchard Beach, ME
Looking for something really cool to do on New Years Day? How about taking a swim in the icy waters of the Atlantic for a great cause!!! Lobster Dip for Special Olympics on January 1st at Noon in front of the Brunswick Hotel and Ocean Side Grille at Old Orchard Beach. Call now for a registration packet at 879-0489 or visit us at www.somaine.org You can also find Special Olympics Maine and the Lobster Dip on Facebook.
Wednesday, January 02, 2013
Story Hour with Craft (Children's Event)
Time: 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Location: Hubbard Free Library, 115 Second St., Hallowell, ME
Every Wednesday we have stories and simple crafts for 2-5-year-olds; younger and older siblings are always welcome!
Thursday, January 03, 2013
Eastern Maine Camera Club hosts architectural photographer Brian Vanden Brink (Guest Speaker)
Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: 647 Main Street, Bangor, ME
Join the Eastern Maine Camera Club as they host architectural photographer, Brian Vanden Brink, as guest speaker at their January 3rd meeting, from 6:30 - 8pm. This meeting will be held at the Bangor Parks and Recreation building, 647 Main Street, Bangor, and will feature Brian's latest book ICONIC: Perspectives on the Man-Made World. This event is free and open to the public. For more information contact Sally Arata at 207-318-9995.
Friday, January 04, 2013
One & Many Noel Paul Stookey- The Maine Years (Concert)
Time: 7:30 PMLocation: Waterville Opera House: 93 Main Street, Waterville, ME. 04901
Become part of a special concert event! In conjunction with Maine Public Broadcasting, this performance featuring Noel Paul Stookey (of Peter, Paul, & Mary), along with special guests David Mallett and Tim Sample will be filmed. The concert footage will be used in an MPBN-produced documentary. Come see a fantastic concert featuring three of Maine's most well-known talents and you may find yourself on film!Tickets: $10 each
EIGHT PLANETS OMNI DOME SHOW (Educational)
Time: 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Location: 70 Falmouth Street, Portland, Maine
We're offering an updated version of the "Eight Planets and Counting" program! Humanity's knowledge of the solar system has changed dramatically within the last few years. As we know the International Astronomical Union has demoted Pluto, but astronomers have also found an array of other bodies, called "Trans-Neptunian Objects." The omni-dome "Eight Planets and Counting" program guides you through the solar system: from our parent star, the Sun, out to the realm beyond Neptune. Along the way, we'll visit each of the eight planets in turn, we'll explore the Moon, and we'll fly through the asteroid belt. Join us for this fantastic full dome odyssey through the solar system!
Saturday, January 05, 2013
Win "Potted Potter " tickets delivered by Owl! (Educational)
Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Bangor Public Library: 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401
The Gracie Theatre at Husson University is sponsoring “Win Tickets by Owl” in the children’s wing of the Bangor Public Library, Saturday. January 5 at 11:00 am. This educational owl program featuring 3 owls, will be presented by BirdsAcre Sanctuary in Ellsworth, ME. The free event includes a drawing for audience members to win 3 pairs of tickets to POTTED POTTER, The Unauthorized Harry Experience coming to the Gracie Theatre on Sunday, Jan 27. Information about the show, and the owl program can be found at gracietheatre.com or 941-7888.
Live from the MET: Les Troyens (Berlioz) (Community Theater)
Time: 12:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Location: The Grand Theater:The Grand Theater: 5 Main St.Ellsworth, ME 04605
The Met offers a rare opportunity to witness Berlioz’s vast epic, last performed at the Met in 2003. Deborah Voigt, Susan Graham, Marcello Giordani, and Dwayne Croft lead the starry cast, portraying characters from the Trojan War. Met Principal Conductor Fabio Luisi marshals the large-scale musical forces. 5.75 hours. $26 Adult, $24 Senior, $17 Student (15 & under) Reserved Seating
BANGOR BALLET PRESENTS “An Evening at the Arts (Ballet)
Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Gracie Theater at Husson: 1 College Circle, Bangor, ME 04401
Bangor Ballet invites you to join us for our annual Evening at the Arts, with this year's them of "Cross Pollination". The event takes place at the Gracie Theatre at Husson University. Former Bangor Ballet dancer Riley Watts of Glenburn, currently dancing with the Forsythe Ballet in Germany, will talk about his experiences and perform an improvisation. Former dancer Katrina Smedal of Brooksville, currently teaching for Portland Ballet, has created a short ballet 'Winter" that will be performed. The program will include other choreography by artistic director Ivy Clear-Forrest and company member Maya Bryan and a contemporary piece with original music by Heinrick Snyder, choreographed by Cassie Pillsbury and the dancers. Advance reservations ($45 per person) are required.
Infinite Loop Robotics Italian Dinner (Fundraiser)
Time: 5:00 PMLocation: Belgrade Community Center: 1 Center Drive Belgrade, ME 04917
This is the Messalonskee High School Robotics Team's annual fundraiser and celebration to kick off their new season. There will be lasagna, spaghetti, salad, etc. We will also have music, a live auction, and a raffle. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 10. To reserve/buy tickets email me at kenzieb@team2648.com or contact any other member of the team.
Sunday, January 06, 2013
Planetarium Show: Earth, Moon, and Sun (Educational)
Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: UMaine: 5781 Wingate Hall, 120 Munson Road, Orono, Maine 04469
Join a confused Coyote in a fast-paced and fun fulldome show that explores lunar phases, eclipses and other puzzles. Ages 8 – 11. More info at GalaxyMaine.com Show runs from 2:00pm to 3:00pm Sunday, January 6 & 13
Triple Helix Concert (Concert)
Time: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Location: Blue Hill Congregational Church: 22 Tenney Hill, Blue Hill, Me 04614
Triple Helix Piano Trio (Bayla Keyes, violin; Rhonda Rider, cello; Lois Shapiro, piano) Shostakovich, Trios No. 1 and No. 2; Tchaikovsky, Piano Trio in A minor
Monday, January 07, 2013
Line Dancing (Dancing)
Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: American Legion Main St Damariscotta
Line dancing every Monday night except special holiday.Damariscotta. beginners dance from 6 to 7pm from 7 to 9pm. We play music to line dances we know. Beginners are welcome to stay and try to pick things up. We also do some partner dancing during this time. The whole night is only $5.00
Wednesday, January 09, 2013
Navigating the Marketing World Workshop (Workshop)
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location: UMF North Dining Hall
Marketing Consultant Kim Daellenbach of MW Broadcasting will be highlighting key questions you should ask when choosing where to advertise and answering questions that you may have about the advertising world.There will be other leading marketing businesses on site to answer questions following this workshop.Free for FCCOC and Jay-Livermore Members $5 for business association members $10 for non-members
Friday, January 11, 2013
D4D on the Road Workshop (Workshop)
Location: Muskie Archives: 70 Campus Av., Lewiston, Me 04240
Debating for Democracy’s daylong workshop teaches tools for successful organizing and advocacy, strategizing change, effective messaging and building supportive relationships. Free, but registration required: bates2012d4d.eventbrite.com. FMI kcloutie@bates.edu or 207-786-6202.
Dueling Piano Guys (Concert)
Time: 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location: OfBrienfs Event Center 375 Main Street Waterville, ME
Only The Dueling Piano Guys offer entertainment that will actually bring your audience closer together through comedy and song. Requests are encouraged from the audience allowing everyone to get involved in the show! There are NO LIMITS to where our show can go. They can do everything from classic dueling piano material to full blown dance music complete with music tracks (drums, full band sound, etc) to turn the party into a dance club atmosphere. Samples from The Dueling Piano Guyfs song list include: Jerry Lee Lewis to Carly Rae Jepsen 60Œs British, cheesy 80Œs, Elton John, Billy Joel, Garth Brooks, Jimmy Buffet disco,rap,country, hip hop, motown, grunge, metal, ANY upbeat party song you want. This event is sponsored by: Skowhegan Savings
Saturday, January 12, 2013
Brown Memorial United Methodist Church (Benefit/ Fundraiser)
Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Location: Brown Memorial United Methodist Church in Clinton
Brown Memorial United Methodist Church continues their very popular seasonal Turkey Pie Suppers on Saturday, January 12 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. The menu includes a full salad bar, all meat turkey pie, potatoes, peas, carrots, gravy, cranberry sauce, homemade rolls, beverages and homemade dessert pies, cakes and puddings. The price has not increased from past years, $7.50 for adults, $4.00 for child under 12 years. Suppers will be held each second Saturday of the month until May. Takeouts are available and the hall is easily accessable for the handicapped.
Turkey Pie Supper (Charity Event)
Time: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: Masonic Lodge, 251 Mercer Road, Norridgewock, ME
Public supper to raise money for our Square and Compasses Charity Fund which helps charitable organizations in surrounding towns. The dinner is to include turkey pie, mashed potato, vegetables, cranberry sauce, gravy, rolls, homemade desserts & drink. Tickets are $8.00 per person; $5.00 for seniors and children under 12. For more info, call: (207)692-3337
One Song at a Time Concert (Concert)
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Peakes Auditorium: 885 Broadway, Bangor, ME 04401
Join the Midcoast Community Chorus and Grammy Award-winning composer and pianist Paul Sullivan as they celebrate the premiere of a brand new choral piece, “One Song at a Time.” Featuring gospel singer Theresa Thomason, the song and its concert celebrate community spirit and the power of music. Change the world – one song at a time. Tickets $15, can be purchased by credit card, check, or PayPal. Please call River Music or visit their website for more information.
Sunday, January 13, 2013
Frank Glazer: A Musical Performance (Concert)
Time: 3:00 PMLocation: Olin Concert Hall: 75 Russell Street, Lewiston, Me 04240
The fifth program in the pianist's season of favorite music from three decades of Bates performances features Mendelssohn, Schumann, Liszt and Chopin. Admission, benefiting the Frank and Ruth Glazer Scholarship Fund, is $10 at batestickets.com. Starts at 3pm. Some free tickets are available for seniors and students: FMI olinarts@bates.edu or 207-786-6135.
IT'S MUSIC TIME AT VILES - POT LUCK - FUN FOR ALL (Potluck)
Time: 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Location: Viles Arboretum 153 Hospital Street Augusta, ME 04330
The ARBORETUM JAM at Viles...and Potluck at the Viles Arboretum in Augusta. All are welcomed, players and listeners. Come on out and enjoy the afternoon (3-6) there will be fun for everyone! Viles Arboretum in Augusta will be dedicating the second Sunday of every month to traditional fiddle music. We ll be hosting the ARBORETUM JAM and pot luck every month at the Arboretum at 153 Hospital Street in Augusta from 3-6pm, the second Sunday of every month. The session is open to everyone, at any level of playing, and all listeners are welcomed. Lead instruments as well as rhythm instruments will be welcome to join in. We’ll start the first hour with a slow jam and after that hang on to your seats. We’ll be playing mostly traditional New England Contra Dance tunes. Come share your favorite tunes and learn some new ones. Call (207)626-7989 for more info.
Concert (Concert)
Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Winterport Baptist Church: 100 Coles Corner Road
Contemporary recorded artist Dale Overlock along with praise and worship band The Mission will be in concert on January 13,2013 at 6PM at the Winterport Baptist Church. A love offering will be taken. Please contact Pastor Aaron at 207-223-4889 for more details or visit www.winterportbaptist.org
Monday, January 14, 2013
Max Klinger's "The Intermezzi Portfolio" (Concert)
Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Museum of Art: 75 Russell Street, Lewiston, Maine 04240
Klinger’s 1881 Intermezzi, Opus IV, is composed of etchings and aquatints that explore desire, fantasy and death. Organized with assistance from Museum of Art intern Douglas P. Welsh ’14.
Line Dancing (Dancing)
Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: American Legion Main St Damariscotta
Line dancing every Monday night except special holiday.Damariscotta. beginners dance from 6 to 7pm from 7 to 9pm. We play music to line dances we know. Beginners are welcome to stay and try to pick things up. We also do some partner dancing during this time. The whole night is only $5.00
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Blanket Drive For Bread Of Life Homeless Shelter (Benefit)
Location: Manchester Osteopathic Healthcare,29 Bowdoin St., Manchester, ME
Blanket drive to benefit the Bread Of Life Homeless Shelter to keep people warm. Blankets, afghans, quilts and the like are all being sought after for the Bread of Life homeless shelter. If you can help, please drop what you can at Manchester Osteopathic Healthcare. For more info, call: (207)622-4500
Business Insider Breakfast-Publisher John Christie (Chamber Breakfast)
Time: 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
Location: Senator Inn284 Western Ave. Augusta, ME 04330
Maine Center for Public Interest Reporting publisher John Christie will discuss the role of independent journalism and investigative reporting at the Chamber's January 16 Business Insider breakfast seminar. Christie is a media executive whose 40-year career includes work in four states as a writer, editor and publisher for newspapers owned by Tribune Co., Dow Jones and Co. and the Seattle Times Co. In 2009 he retired after nine years as the publisher of the Kennebec Journal and the Morning Sentinel. He later co-founded MCPIR which has published numerous in-depth investigative reports, mostly related to government and politics. A UNH grad, he has authored four books and has received a number of prestigious regional and national awards for his journalism. Business Insider is sponsored by Central Maine Power Company and Kennebec Savings Bank. Please register now.For more information contact: (207)623-4559 or email info@augustamaine.com
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Steve Wronkers Funny Business (Comedy Show)
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Skowhegan High School, Skowhegan, ME
A family friendly Comedy Hypnosis show. Bring the whole family for a laughter filled evening to benefit the Skowhegan High School Alpine Ski Team. Doors open at 6:00 pm with a silent auction full of amazing items. Winners will be drawn at the end of the show! Tickets ($8.00 each) are available at the high school office, downtown Skowhegan at Kid Friendly and also at the door! For more info, call: (207)474-8988
Friday, January 18, 2013
Red Cross Blood Drive - Harold Alfond Cancer Care (Blood Drive)
Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Harold Alfond Cancer Care Ctr361 Old Belgrade Road, Augusta, ME
To help ease the blood shortage, Harold Alfond Cancer Care Center is having a community blood drive. Call to make an appointment. Appointments are available every 15 minutes and an ID is required. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-733-2767. Walk-ins are also welcome
Saturday, January 19, 2013
Brick Church Presents: Mt. Blue Jazz Band & Franklin County Fiddlers (Concert)
Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: New Sharon Congregational Church UCC, 21 Cape Cod Hill Road, New Sharon, ME
They've been fiddling all around the country and now for the first time in New Sharon - the Franklin County Fiddlers! Joining them will be the acclaimed Mt. Blue Jazz Band. Come and tap your toes to many musical numbers of varying genres. The "Brick Church" concert series will help the church to continue to be a part of this community and beyond. For more info, call: (207)491-5353
Winter Dance (Dance)
Time: 8:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Location: Madison American Legion Hall, 20 S. Maple St., Madison,
We're having a dance that goes until 12:30! Winter Dance with the band--Song Pirates (a new band that plays a bit of everything--Classic Rock, Rock & Roll, Country etc) $5 per person. Door Prizes!! Smoke Free For advance tickets and/or table reservations, or For more info, call: (207)696-5848 after 4 pm on Wednesdays through Friday.
Sunday, January 20, 2013
1st Annual Sleigh Rally & Winter Fun Day (Benefit/ Fundraiser)
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: North Anson, ME
To benefit the American Cancer Society, at the Windmill Farm on Rt. 16W, turn left at the bridge in North Anson, go 1.5 miles. Unlimited Horse drawn sleigh rides, dog sled rides and a hill to slide on--so bring the sleds!! $5 per adult; $3 per child (ages 5 to 18); $15 per Family of 4 or more; Under 5 is free. There will be hot beverages and hotdogs on sale. The sleigh rides are provided by the members of the Maine Farmers Draft Horse, Mule & Pony Club. This is sponsored by the American Cancer Society Relay For Life Team: S.O.S. (S.ecuring O.ur S.urvial) For more info, call: (207)635-2051, (207)635-3490 or (207)696-3726.
Monday, January 21, 2013
Line Dancing (Dancing)
Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: American Legion Main St Damariscotta
Line dancing every Monday night except special holiday.Damariscotta. beginners dance from 6 to 7pm from 7 to 9pm. We play music to line dances we know. Beginners are welcome to stay and try to pick things up. We also do some partner dancing during this time. The whole night is only $5.00
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Blanket Drive For Bread Of Life Homeless Shelter (Benefit)
Location: Manchester Osteopathic Healthcare,29 Bowdoin St., Manchester, ME
Blanket drive to benefit the Bread Of Life Homeless Shelter to keep people warm. Blankets, afghans, quilts and the like are all being sought after for the Bread of Life homeless shelter. If you can help, please drop what you can at Manchester Osteopathic Healthcare. For more info, call: (207)622-4500
Maine General Health Quit Smoking Support Group (Support Group Meeting)
Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Location: Maine General, Conf Rm 3 6 East Chestnut Street Augusta, ME 04330
Maine General's Prevention Center offers a Quit Smoking Support Group that meets EVERY-OTHER Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. in Conference Room 3 at Maine General Medical Center's Augusta Campus, 6 East Chestnut Street. Participants can expect: Help to create a tobacco quit plan Access to educational tools to help with quitting; Strategies for managing stress, triggers and relapse prevention; Ongoing support from a Maine General Health Educator. To learn more, please contact Kristen Simoneau at (207) 621-3741
Getting Ready for Filing Season 2013 (Seminar)
Time: 2:00 PMLocation: Various Locations in Maine
Topic: Getting Ready for Filing Season 2013 Individuals and Businesses. What's Covered: Tax Law Updates ~ New tax legislation and its implementation by the IRS ~ Changes to tax forms. A panel discussion between the IRS and tax professionals and live Q&A with the viewing audience. CPE: Earn one CE Credit Category: Federal Tax Update. Information & Registration: Call 207-491-1888 or email Shawn Savage at Shawn.S.Savage@irs.gov
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Thumbs (Comedy Theater Production)
Time: 7:30 PMLocation: Waterville Opera House: 93 Main Street, Waterville, ME. 04901
A sparring divorced couple. A small-town sheriff and her dim deputy. And a serial killer on the loose with a habit of slicing off his victims' thumbs. These characters come together a zany whodunit where laughs and plot twists come lightning-fast. Opening Night Tickets: $15 each! Other Tickets: $18 Adults, $16 Seniors/Youth
Friday, January 25, 2013
Thumbs (Comedy Theater Production)
Time: 7:30 PMLocation: Waterville Opera House: 93 Main Street, Waterville, ME. 04901
A sparring divorced couple. A small-town sheriff and her dim deputy. And a serial killer on the loose with a habit of slicing off his victims' thumbs. These characters come together a zany whodunit where laughs and plot twists come lightning-fast. Opening Night Tickets: $15 each! Other Tickets: $18 Adults, $16 Seniors/Youth
Saturday, January 26, 2013
Thumbs (Comedy Theater Production)
Time: 7:30 PMLocation: Waterville Opera House: 93 Main Street, Waterville, ME. 04901
A sparring divorced couple. A small-town sheriff and her dim deputy. And a serial killer on the loose with a habit of slicing off his victims' thumbs. These characters come together a zany whodunit where laughs and plot twists come lightning-fast. Opening Night Tickets: $15 each! Other Tickets: $18 Adults, $16 Seniors/Youth
Sunday, January 27, 2013
Potted Potter (Community Theater)
Time: 3:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Location: Gracie Theater at Husson: 1 College Circle, Bangor, ME 04401
Off-Broadway's smash hit Potted Potter will liven up the winter blues Sunday, January 27, 2013 by bringing to life “all seven Harry Potter books in 70 hilarious minutes”. Dan and Jeff, the BBC’s famous comic duo, will present this 'unauthorized Harry Experience" with the promise of a castle, a dragon, and even a live quiddich match!
Monday, January 28, 2013
Line Dancing (Dancing)
Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: American Legion Main St Damariscotta
Line dancing every Monday night except special holiday.Damariscotta. beginners dance from 6 to 7pm from 7 to 9pm. We play music to line dances we know. Beginners are welcome to stay and try to pick things up. We also do some partner dancing during this time. The whole night is only $5.00
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Blanket Drive For Bread Of Life Homeless Shelter (Benefit)
Location: Manchester Osteopathic Healthcare,29 Bowdoin St., Manchester, ME
Blanket drive to benefit the Bread Of Life Homeless Shelter to keep people warm. Blankets, afghans, quilts and the like are all being sought after for the Bread of Life homeless shelter. If you can help, please drop what you can at Manchester Osteopathic Healthcare. For more info, call: (207)622-4500
