ROCKLAND — The 60 exhibitors at the Maine Made 2013 showcase, Saturday, Oct. 19, will include food producers, artisans, jewelry crafters, wine makers, photographers and fine furniture makers, among others. The show is billed as the “premiere resource” for locally-made products in one place in the Midcoast.

For the entrepreneurs who work hard to make valuable, handcrafted products, this is their time to shine. From newcomers to the area like Bixby Chocolate Co. and Dulse & Rugosa to long-timers like Orange Iron Fabrications and Rheal Day Spa, this will be the place to shop locally and support Maine artisans.

“Along with a great variety of vendors, this year’s show features some fun new activities,” said Karen Brace, member services manager of the Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce. ”While the number of exhibitors has doubled to 60 and the show’s floor space has expanded, we’ve also added live chef demos, a kids’ crafts area and even a relaxation spot where parents can get a 10-minute massage while their kids make crafts.”

Wine tasting will be featured as well as samples from area chefs using Maine products as their ingredients.

“The wine, cheese and beer tasting area is always popular, and in that space we plan to feature live music,” said Brace. “But, the one thing I like best about producing the Maine Made show is that it gives locals the chance to support the small businesspeople who work hard around our state creating  these incredible items. It’s a ‘shop local’ opportunity for sure.”

Maine Made 2013 is at the Samoset Resort in Rockport. Tickets will be available at the door. Prices are $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, and children under 12 are free. Wine tasting is an additional fee.

The one-day show is co-produced by the Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Maine Food Producers' Alliance. The state Department of Economic and Community Development is collaborating with producers and sponsors to promote Maine’s small businesses.

For more information on Maine Made 2013, and to see a complete list of vendors, chefs, wineries and breweries are attending, visit MaineMadeShow.com, call 236-4404 or email karen@penbaychamber.com.

Kay Stephens can be reached at news@penbaypilot.com