This year, Monhegan will be celebrating its quadricentennial. Other European explorers made note of the island, but Captain John Smith’s visit in 1614, 400 years ago, marked the beginning of long-term settlement there. Of course, Native Americans knew about Monhegan long before 1614. The name is a variant on the local Native American word for island.

On Sunday July 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., don't miss your opportunity to visit Maine Coast Heritage Trust's Erickson Fields Preserve in Rockport on Maine's Open Farm Day.

ROCKPORT — Rockport leaders will meet July 23 for a special meeting to talk specifically about a library-related warrant article proposed for the November ballot. They will also use the opportunity Wednesday evening to discuss the public hearing process for the warrant article. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. in the Richardson Room at the Rockport Town Office.

If you’re one of those people who’ve long harbored a secret desire for a career in the performing arts, you might as well get one thing straight right from the get go: Even if you’re fortunate enough to find full-time employment (a big if) you’ll soon discover that some of your performances are, well, how shall I put this ... a bit more “memorable” than others.

LINCOLNVILLE — Before a book finds a home in Nanette H. Gionfriddo’s beachfront bookshop Beyond The Sea in Lincolnville, she attempts to research each and every one, by discussing them with the author, or publisher, and accessing readers’ reviews. When she can, she takes the time to read them herself.

WALDOBORO — The Medomak Valley 9- and 10-year-old softball squad began pool play July 20 at Waldoboro’s John Foster Field, only to lose both games and be quickly eliminated from the state tournament. 

In the opening game, Cape Elizabeth topped Medomak Valley 24-7 in four innings, while Biddeford defeated Medomak Valley 21-4 in four innings. A normal little league contest is six innings, but can be halted after four if a team leads by 10 runs or more. 

BIDDEFORD — After winning the 11- and 12-year-old district baseball crown, Waldo County hit the road to Biddeford for the state tournament, only to be eliminated after two contests. 

In the first contest July 18, Bronco Little League bested Waldo County 8-0 sending them to the loser’s bracket. 

In an elimination game July 20, Waldo County was eliminated after falling to Saco 12-0. 

No other game details were available.