The fate of the Toboggan National Championships hangs in the balance as I write this, so we’re going to bring you five things that are not toboggan-related this weekend. Either way, you’re going to have fun!

Banff Mountain Film Festival Tour

Friday, Feb. 5 and Saturday, Feb. 6 — Rockport

Over the course of two nights, the film fest, (which is shown in more than 60 countries) comes to the Camden Hills High School Strom Auditorium in Rockport. Expect a high emotion, high intensity set of short films. Jeff Boggs, who runs the festival every year said “Films I’m looking forward to seeing are Reel Rock:10: Line Across the Sky  (Best Film – Climbing, Alex Honnold has been in several films over the years..talented athlete, likable character.) Builder, Important Places (Best Short Mountain Film), Eclipse (Best Film – Mountain Sports), and Climbing Ice: The Iceland Trifecta (Strong female climber. Women play a larger role in the films this year.). Many times, the films I like the most during each program aren't the ones I was expecting to enjoy the most.” See PenBay Pilot’s story on breakout films here. Tickets are for one night’s show are $12 for adults/$5 for students. To see the line up for both nights visit: Banff Film Festival 2016

The Mallet Brothers at Unity College

Friday, Feb. 5 — Unity

The band that’s taking over the land is back. Over the last six years, The Mallett Brothers Band has proven to be an underground powerhouse, constantly touring and building a diehard fanbase across the nation, while still calling the state of Maine their home. With songs that can range from alt country, to americana, honkytonk,  jam or roots rock, theirs is a musical melting pot that's influenced equally by folk and singer/songwriter influences as it is  by harder rock, twang and psychedelic sounds. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased here.

Sassquatch sighting at The Speakeasy

Saturday, Feb. 6 — Rockland

With songs fresh off their new album "Cryptomusicology", this fusion band, whose name started as a joke, will do some awesome covers, and some brand new tunes that will have you clearing a dance floor. The show goes from 8 to 11 p.m. Tickets are $5 at the door. Catch their sound on Bandcamp: Sassquatch

West Bay Rotary Chili Challenge

Saturday, Feb. 6 — Camden

Winterfest’s theme this year is Mardi Gras, and area restaurants, chefs and individuals will be vying in friendly ‘Cajun Competition’ for bragging rights to making the best chili in the Mid-Coast.  Look forward to the culinary creations from the Waterfront Restaurant, Waterworks Restaurant & Pub, Quarry Hill, Camden Hills Regional High School, Thorndike Creamery and numerous others! Plus, there will be hot and cold beverages, dessert and entertainment from Camden Hills Regional High School musicians. Held at 1st Congregational Church at 55 Elm Street in Camden. There is a donation of $10 (at the door) for adults and $7 for kids 12 and under. The event starts at 4 p.m. “until the pots are empty!”

Killer Road Trip: Speakeasy in Seal Cove

Saturday, Feb. 6 — Seal Cove

The Roaring Twenties comes to the Seal Cove Auto Museum with their Brass Club Speakeasy! There will be 12-piece swing band, a specialty cocktail created just for this event, Prohibition-era beers, blackjack tables, and even a performance by a belly dancer. It's sure to be the cat's pajamas! $40, $25 for members (includes drinks) FMI: sealcoveautomuseum.org

Kay Stephens can be reached at news@penbaypilot.com