Dining Out

free community meal, block party, raffle, line dancing, open mic, concerts
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4th Annual Waldoboro Pride helps close out Pride Month with some allied festivities on June 28.

-Broad Bay Congregational…

Family-run eatery also features a cocktail bar at night
Mary Kate Labenski, owner of Scullery Made. Photo by Kay Stephens

SEARSPORT—The tiny town of Searsport has undergone a revival in the last few years with the addition of a new brewery, a grocery store, a mercantile, and Hello Sailor's expanded space for a music…

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A benefit dinner for Katherine Paige and Wayne Woodbury will be held June 28, from 2 - 6 p.m., at the Belmont Town Office.

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The St. George Historical Society presents Country Tea and Tours, Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., at the Andrew Robinson Homestead, 945 River Road, St. George.

Tea and…

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Kickoff Waldoboro Day with a Bean Supper at Broad Bay Church, 941 Main St., Waldoboro, on Friday, June 19, from 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Cost is by donation.…

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A Public Supper will be held Friday, June 19, at 5:30 p.m., at People’s United Methodist Church, 13 Chapel St., So. Thomaston.  …

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A Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser for those first responders injured in the Robbin’s Mill fire will be held Saturday, May 30, from 5 - 7 p.m., at the St. George…

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Visit Waldoboro Village for the first Artwalk in 2026. Friday, May 22, from 4 - 7 p.m., features open studios and events at 10 walkable venues…

plant donations drop off at Langlais Preserve, May 29; baked good donations drop off during sale
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The Cushing Community School is gearing up for its 5th annual Little Sprouts plant, seedling, and bake sale on Saturday, May 30, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., rain or shine, at Langlais Art Preserve…

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SOUTH THOMASTON — "Summer marks the return of the bobolinks, who are known not only for their truly impressive migration, but their unique song," said

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Stockton Springs Community Library holds its Annual Book, Plant, and Bake Sale on Saturday, June 6, from 9 a.m. -1 p.m.

Stock up on books, DVDs, audio books, plants for the garden, and…

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Prospect Community Center will host its monthly benefit supper on Saturday, May 9, from 4 to 6 p.m., at the Prospect Community Center dining room, at…

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THOMASTON — Watts Hall Community Arts invites families to celebrate Mother’s Day with a cozy afternoon at Watts Hall, 174 Main Street, on Sunday, May 10, from 2:15 to 3…

kids tent, 5K race, music and dancing, food trucks, happy hour
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The Rockport Donut Festival, presented by the Town of Rockport, returns for its fourth year on June 12 and 13, 2026.

While paying homage to the history of the donut, the two-day summer kick…

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Students in the Culinary Arts program at Waldo County Technical Center (WCTC) showcased their skills and compassion by preparing and serving a four-course meal in…

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Prospect Community Center will host its monthly benefit supper on Saturday, April 11, from 4 to 6 p.m., at the Prospect Community Center dining…

quilt raffle, organic seedling sale, bake sale
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The community is invited to a free community Tea Party on Sunday, April 26, from 1 to 4 p.m., at the Belfast Boat House. Homemade scones and freshly brewed tea will be provided at no cost.…

'We want to meet you where you are in your day'
Anna Hymanson and Kelsey Woodworth. Photo by Kay Stephens

WALDOBORO—On March 16, the doors opened for the first time for Dayboat Cafe, a new daytime neighborhood cafe and market in…

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Knox-Lincoln Soil & Water Conservation District (KLSWCD) will host an Environmental Youth Education Fundraiser, Tuesday, March 24, from 5 to 8 p.m., at American Flatbread Company, 399…

RSVP no later than March 26
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Vietnam and era Veterans are invited to a special luncheon on March 29, at American Legion Post 30 in Camden.

"Post 30 encourages all Vietnam and era Veterans to attend whether they served…

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Public Church Supper at Second Congregational Church of Warren

5:30 p.m.

Hearty Casseroles, Delicious salads, Homemade pies, drinks and special door prize.

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Join us for Pi(e) Day, Saturday, March 14, from 11-1 at the Belfast Free Library. 

Swing by the library and buy a pie, or make a donation in…

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For the 35th year, Adas Yoshuron Synagogue will sponsor an Easter Day Community Dinner, April 5, from 12:30-2:30 p.m., at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 11…

Frost and Flannel Ice Ball, Friday night; Frost Yourself Dance Party, Saturday night
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The Belfast Ice Festival returns to downtown Belfast this weekend, February 27 – March 1, 2026.

Throughout the day on Friday, February 27, you will find more than 25 ice sculptures popping…

8 Bells co-owner Tom Ryan stand behind the ingredients which will make up their signature Irish Old Fashioned, The 8 Bells. Photo by Kay Stephens

CAMDEN—The Midcoast's newest Irish pub has a special cocktail just in time for March 17. Co-owners Abby Kidder and Tom Ryan opened the pub in August 2025 and have created a signature Old Fashioned…

allowing each student to purchase a book of their choice
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ROCKPORT — Cushing Community School’s Friends & Family group is holding a fundraiser on March 31, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Flatbread Pizza in Rockport. The mission of…

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On Saturday, Feb. 21, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the Jackson Memorial Library, in Tenants Harbor, will hold its annual Puzzle Swap and Chili Sale.

Camden and Rockport, March 14; Rockland and Thomaston, March 15
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This year’s AIO-organized Pies on Parade is March 14-15, a community-wide event providing people with the opportunity to sample sweet and savory pies at more than…

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February 28, 2026

Dinner for 2 Takeout

Baked beans or American Chop Suey

Yeast roll, cole slaw and pie…

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The Way, Movie and a Meal will be held on two occasions at Peoples United Methodist Church, 13 Chapel Street…

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Local BSA Troop 200 will host its annual pizza fundraiser Tuesday, Feb. 24, from 4 - 8 p.m., at American Flatbread in Rockport.

"Enjoy delicious hot pizza and…

Cory LaForge, a native Mainer, turned his taco truck into a new restaurant. Photo by Kay Stephens

BUCKSPORT—In the Penobscot River harbor town of Bucksport, one joint is jumping on a Tuesday afternoon. It's the new restaurant of chef/owner Cory LaForge and, because it's Taco Tuesday—three…

Bill Boyle and Ali Farrell enjoying lunch and taking notes at Darbys Restaurant in Belfast. Photo by Kay Stephens

MIDCOAST— Have we ever had a legit food critic in this area before? Yelpers and Facebook reviewers, notwithstanding.

We do now.

Munchies in Maine is the idea of two…

'the warmth and wonder of old friends and new, hoping we can spread the joy of living here in midcoast Maine'
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"Winter in Maine is full of surprises," said CamdenCAN, in a news release. "Deep cold, lovely warmups, and everything in between." 

CamdenCAN, in association with the Anti-Poverty Work…

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Appleton Library's Annual Souper Supper and Cake Auction. Live music by Aidan K.Z.

Saturday, January 31, 5-7 p.m. at Appleton Village School.

$10 adults…

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With the new year on the horizon, members, friends, and staff of the First Congregational Church of Camden are ushering in a third season of weekly lunchtime gatherings called Cake and Community.…

Mondays and Tuesdays, the Portland-based sandwich shop sets up in Main Street Markets Gallery
Sean Williams, Portland Roasty's manager, comes up to serve on his days off. Photo by Kay Stephens

ROCKLAND — Roasty's, Portland's roast beef sandwich shop, quietly made an appearance in Main Street Markets' kitchen last week for two days, delighting locals.

It seemed like a random…

Wesley and Carly Summers behind their hand-carved bar. Photo courtesy Molli Wentworth King

ROCKLAND—Rockland’s creative economy just got a zesty boost with the arrival of Lemon Bar, a stylish yet comfortably down-to-earth new spot at 305 Main Street.

Owners Carly and Wesley…

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Belfast Senior College will host a tour of the Waldo County Technical Center, at 1022 Waterville Road (Rt.137), on Wednesday, Dec. 3, from noon to 1:45 p.m.

The tour will begin with a light…

Former Dockside Restaurant takes on new life, menu
Opening Day. Photo by Kay Stephens

BELFAST—Sadie Samuels, a young lobsterman who got her start in the restaurant industry in 2019 with a food truck in Belfast  named Must Be Nice Lobster, has expanded her enterprise into the…

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The First Church in Belfast, UCC, will hold a Christmas Fair, November 15, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 8 Court Street. The fair includes silent auction…

SNAP recipients may enjoy a free takeout meal as the community rallies to keep it going
Nautilus Seafood & Grill's owners and staff. Photo courtesy Nautilus

BELFAST—Last week, on November 1, when the distribution of SNAP benefits for millions of people stopped, neighbors stepped up their support with many donating to food banks. In Belfast, Nautilus…

for the duration of the government shutdown
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Beginning November 1 and for the duration of the government shutdown, anyone can show a SNAP card and receive one free small Medicine Wheel pizza at three American…

Each family is responsible for the cost of the trip, minus money earned from fundraisers
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ROCKPORT — Camden Hills Regional High School students are holding a fundraiser on Veterans Day, November 11, from 4 to 8 p.m., at Flatbread Pizza in Rockport. The fundraiser supports students on a…

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ROCKPORT — The Camden Hills Regional High School National Honor Society invites all veterans and their families to attend its annual Veterans Day…

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Get to know Georges River Land Trust at a conservation happy hour, Thursday, Nov. 20, from 5 - 7 p.m., at the Pour Farm in Union. Learn who Georges River Land Trust is, where their 23 preserves…

Tour, Talks, and Happy Hour Showcase Maine’s Path to Low-Carbon Housing
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Join GO Logic and Midcoast Climate, Energy + Green Building Happy Hour for ScaleUp, CarbonDown: From Vision to Action — an afternoon of hands-on learning,…

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A Hunter's Supper and Raffle Drawing, sponsored by American Legion Post 50, will be held November 8, 2025, at 108 Windermere Lane, Unity. Serving time will be from 4:30 to 6:30…

celebrating a fruitful farm season and the many hands working together
Winter squash that volunteers helped harvest at Erickson Fields Preserve. (Photo courtesy Toni O'Berry)

Thursday, Oct. 30, Maine Coast Heritage Trust will host a Community Potluck to celebrate the hundreds of volunteers who have contributed to the food access and educational agriculture programs at…

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The Cushing Historical Society closes out its 2025 season, Oct. 8, at 6 p.m., with a Fall Potluck and special trivia contest: