The Itching Hour is upon us—that is, if you’re itching to do something fun this weekend and saving up your hella Halloween energy for next weekend. Check out the line up!

Belfast Art Walk with Masked Performers

Friday, October 23—Belfast

Unmask! Unmask! Okay, you can stay masked. Come and enjoy an evening of masked performers for this October’s Fourth Friday Art Walk in downtown Belfast. Wear your own mask or simply enjoy the masked promenade as you go from gallery to gallery. The Art Walk takes place from 5:30–8 p.m. More than 15 downtown galleries will be participating.  Come and enjoy the paintings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, etchings, assemblage, and fine craft of local Maine artists. Featured performers include Beverly Mann, With Breath Puppetry and Poet Michael Darigan. Beverly Mann’s sculptural masks will be on view at High Street Gallery.

New Temp Tales episode, with music & stand up

Friday, October 23—Rockport

This is some home grown fun and will be the place to be Friday night. Necessary Music Productions will be partnering with O'Chang Comics for the world premier of the next Temp Tales Cartoon: Crittah Gittahz Part II! The event will be mixed media and feature original O'Chang cartoons, musicians and stand up comics. Hosted at the Simonton Corner Community Hall (366 Main St.) in Rockport, the event begins at 7 p.m. Donations at the door of $5-10 will go to the artists and venue expenses. Local Waldo and Knox county bands The Midnight Riders & Sugarbush will be performing, as will stand up comedians Janis Lilly & Ian Stuart!

Salty Soup Kitchen Mexican Night

Saturday, October 24—Rockport

This pop up kitchen has been on a roll this month and this Saturday, they’re getting into the guacamole groove. This Saturday they will start serving once again at 5:00 p.m. until about 8:30 p.m. (Bring cash only).  I like how they advertise it as “Mexican nights are kid friendly but are also adult, young adult, awkward adolescent, middle aged and geriatric friendly.” BYOB. If you bring tequila, they will give you margarita granita mix to go with it or if you bring beer, they’ll offer michelada cocktail (non-alcoholic) with chili salt and lime. Open to all.

5th annual Derbytante Ball

Saturday, October 24—Rockport

The Rock Coast Roller derby girls are known for throwing a left of center party. Whether you come decked out in your most outlandish prom dress or you arrive as Cruella DeVille, you're guaranteed to have the best time. The event is at Trackside Station and starts at 8 p.m. Dancing is required. Music by DJ McLovin. Photo booth fun provided.Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. They'll have a raffle, as well as a dessert auction, with delicious treats provided by Rock Coast Rollers skaters.

Killer Road Trip: Harvest on The Harbor

Saturday, October 24—Portland

Taste the eight regions of Maine in this daytime event from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. This epic food & beverage experience is a treat to the eyes and taste buds alike. Explore delectable eats unique to each of the eight regions of Maine, meet ambassadors and learn the unique history and stories embedded within each part of the state.Here’s a list of the purveyors. In addition to the amazing food selections you'll receive a complimentary commemorative glass as you enter to allow you to sample a multitude of wines, beers, and spirits from around Maine, New England, and around the nation. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased here.

Kay Stephens can be reached at news@penbaypilot.com