Main Street Buzz

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  All-women mariachi band transcends culture and gender!

  The Strand Theatre

  Latin Grammy-winning quartet FLOR DE TOLOACHE brings a fresh take on traditional Mexican music to the Strand Theatre stage! Based in New York City, the band members’ diverse ethnicities and cultural backgrounds combine to create a new sound, even while they challenge the stereotypes of male...
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  Welcoming Patrick Chamberlin to Our Business Insurance Team

  Allen Insurance and Financial

  Patrick Chamberlin has joined Allen Insurance and Financial as a commercial insurance producer.Chamberlin has five years experience in property & casualty insurance and holds the Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist designation.A native of Thomaston, he has an associate degree in criminal...
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  Plucking golden apples of the sun

  Spruce Point Inn - Maine’s Classic Oceafront Resort

  Looking out from the coast of Maine, it’s hard not to see September as a slowing down. As a sort of last hurrah once the hot blaze of summer is turned down to embers. Yet that quiet time holds the wonder, just as the glowing coals can mesmerize, begging the sweet dalliance of some more. For those...
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  9/19: Scientifically Based Optimal Brain Health Talk at the Lincoln Home

  The Lincoln Home Residents and Employees

  Steve Raymond will give three talks on “Scientifically Based Optimal Brain Health” at the Lincoln Home.   Advances in research have led to the understanding that the brain changes which lead to dementia usually occur 20 years in advance of symptoms and a diagnosis.  An extraordinary amount...
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  A Day in the Life of a Tutor

  The Study Hall

  I became a math tutor over 16 years ago, and I have loved the job from the beginning. What do I do on a typical day? Here is a description of a typical tutoring session. A student arrives with his textbook, notebook and calculator. His idea is that he is going to get me to do his homework for him...
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  School Tour Offers a Window on Waldorf

  Ashwood Waldorf School

  On Wednesday, September 18, from 8:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., Ashwood Waldorf School will offer community members an opportunity to visit classes in grades 3–8 in-session. This behind-the-scenes look at Waldorf education is for all those who are curious about what goes on in a Waldorf classroom. Whether...
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  Midcoast Escape Rooms

  Midcoast Escape Rooms

  Looking for an adventure today?  Do you like puzzles?  Do you enjoy spending time with the family?  Then head to Midcoast Escape Rooms where you have to use teamwork, ingenuity and luck to get out of one of our 4 themed rooms.  Our rooms have a little bit for everyone to do.  You will have...
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  Midcoast Escape Rooms

  Midcoast Escape Rooms

  Time for fun at Midcoast Escape Rooms!  Join us for an hour adventure where you have to unravel the clues, decipher codes and solve the mystery of the game to escape before your hour is up!  Please join us for your next birthday party, family gathering or a night out!  Please book your next...
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  Parent & Child Playgroup Starts September 3

  Ashwood Waldorf School

  In our morning Parent & Child Playgroup, parents with children aged 18 months to three years meet for friendship and fun in the warm, nurturing setting of our Early Childhood Center. Taking inspiration from the seasonal rhythm of the year, each weekly playgroup offers free-play indoors and out...
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  Donation Applications due October 1st

  West Bay Rotary

  Twice a year West Bay Rotary, through its charitable foundation, provides financial support to organizations that work to improve the lives of people in Knox County and the Town of Lincolnville.  The West Bay Rotary Foundation invites applications from charities and non-profits for donations.  The...
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  9/16: Environmental History of Antarctica at Lincoln Home

  The Lincoln Home Residents and Employees

  Antarctica holds a special fascination for people wishing to see its rich and diverse wildlife, vast scenic beauty, massive glaciers, icebergs and ice shelves.  Jason Anthony will share its Environmental History on Monday, September 16, from 3:00 - 4:00pm.  The Lincoln Home is ...
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  9/23: Story of Maine in 112 Objects by Maine State Museum at Lincoln Home

  The Lincoln Home Residents and Employees

  Bernard Fishman, Maine State Museum director, has edited and published a book, A Story of Maine in 112 Objects, which tells the story of Maine through a choice selection of 112 objects in the museum’s collections. From a 400-million-year-old fossil, through the only authentic Viking object found in...
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  UMA Rockland To Host Nursing Program Info Session September 25

  University of Maine at Augusta - Rockland Center

  The University of Maine at Augusta Bachelor of Science in Nursing is now available at the UMA Rockland Center.  The next round of applications will be due by January 31, 2020. In order for students to understand both admission and program requirements, UMA Rockland will host a Program Information...
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  Entrepreneurship Workshop - Starting Your Own Business

  West Bay Rotary

  West Bay Rotary Club of Camden and Five Town CSD Adult & Community Education will present its 2019 class in entrepreneurship for people who are interested in starting their own business.  Classes will be held each Wednesday 6:00-8:00 pm, October 9 – November 6 at CHRHS. Topics will cover the...
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  Kristen Polky Joins The Study Hall Staff

  The Study Hall

  The Study Hall is excited to announce that Kristen Polky has joined their tutoring staff. Kristen is a recent Husson University graduate who earned her bachelor’s degree in English with a minor in history. During her time at Husson, Kristen worked as a writing consultant at Husson’s Writing Center...
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  Dine for Hope on October 24th!

  New Hope for Women

  New Hope for Women will hold a dinner on Thursday, October 24th at 6:00 p.m. as a wrap up to Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM).  The dinner will be offered at Penobscot Language School, 28 Gay Street in Rockland and will feature a brief talk by New Hope’s Education and Outreach Director,...
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  basic Training for the Gift of Prophecy starts September 18th

  Destiny Eastgate Ministries

  HEARING GOD CLEARLY FOR YOURSELF AND OTHERS  When: Starting Wednesday September 18th at 6:00 pm Location: Beacon of Hope on the Hill, 21 Patterson Rd, Belfast Maine 04915 Cost: ...
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  You have been appointed trustee, now what?

  Penbay Estate Planning Law Center

  There is significant work to be done as trustee, but if you need help managing your duties, the downloadable leaflet in our newest blog post encourages you to consult professionals like lawyers and CPAs, or a range of government agencies. You can also obtain “errors and omissions” insurance to...
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  You have been appointed trustee, now what?

  Penbay Estate Planning Law Center

  There is significant work to be done as trustee, but if you need help managing your duties, the downloadable leaflet in our newest blog post encourages you to consult professionals like lawyers and CPAs, or a range of government agencies. You can also obtain “errors and omissions” insurance to...
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  A TIME OF PREPARATION

  Destiny Eastgate Ministries

  A TIME OF PREPARATION Ecclesiastes 3:1 tells us that for everything there is a season and a time for every purpose. It is vital to know what season we are in, its purpose and the preparation required to fulfill the eternal purpose for what God is about to do.    A trumpet call...
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  All-women mariachi band FLOR DE TOLOACHE at Strand

  The Strand Theatre

  Latin Grammy winning, New York-based all-female ensemble Flor de Toloache continue to win the hearts of both progressive and traditional mariachi music fans alike through their distinct artistic vision and sophisticated, enlightened interpretation of traditional mariachi instruments. Their music is...
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  THE FORGOTTEN KINGDOM: Sand Stories

  The Strand Theatre

  International sand art superstar Kseniya Simonova (US premiere) and Guy Mendilow Ensemble team up on an extraordinary show bringing to life Sephardi women’s voices and stories lost to war.  Simonova creates, morphs and obliterates sand imagery in real-time,...
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  Get ready for some hot latin jazz!

  The Strand Theatre

  ADONIS PUENTES and the Voice of Cuba Orchestra return to the Strand stage on Oct. 18 at 7:30pm. Puentes’ rich, soulful voice is the perfect front for his all-acoustic orchestra, layering traditional Cuban rhythms with deep bass lines, jazzy horns, and his melodic guitar. A Grammy-nominated...
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  All-women mariachi band at Strand on Sept. 22!

  The Strand Theatre

  FLOR DE TOLOACHE, a Latin Grammy-winning, New York Based​​ all-female mariachi ensemble will perform on the Strand Theatre stage on Sunday, Sept. 22 at 7:30pm.  FLOR DE TOLOACHE continue to win the hearts of both progressive and traditional mariachi music fans alike through their distinct artistic...
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  Quarry Hill Assisted Living Open House

  Quarry Hill

  Quarry Hill invites area families to learn more about the benefits of assisted living by taking part in an Assisted Living Open House. This is your opportunity to get a first-hand look at how the men and women of our assisted living community live active, productive and happy lives and to learn...
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  Poetry as a Collaborative Expression

  Quarry Hill

  Location: Camden Public Library (co-sponsor) Presenters: Clarity, the artist/writer team of Robert and Su.Sane Hake In an inspiring multimedia reading, Robert shares poems that have sprung from the life of love and art that he shares with Su.Sane. Admission will be free; however, seating is...
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  9/9:Sean Fleming on the Piano at Lincoln Home

  The Lincoln Home Residents and Employees

  We are kicking off National Assisted Living Week with multi-talented Sean Fleming on Monday, September 9, from 3:00 - 4:00pm.  Sean will be playing an eclectic program of classical and popular music selections on the piano.  Come, listen, sing and remember some highlights of your...
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  West Bay Rotary Backpack Program Helps Local Kids

  West Bay Rotary

  It’s back to school time and that means West Bay Rotary’s Backpack Program is back.    Because of this program, up to 70 local students will receive backpacks filled with school supplies thanks to this program. In 2012, Barbara Heard started the West Bay Rotary Backpack Program and has been the...
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  YMCA Fall Soccer Begins Soon!

  Penobscot Bay YMCA

  Registration is happening now for the Rockland Harbor YMCA's Fall Soccer Program!   We've made signing up easy! Stop by any Y branchGive us a call to register over the phoneEasily online!   Questions? Please...
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  Does your child LOVE to swim?

  Penobscot Bay YMCA

  Sailfish Swim Team Open HouseFriday, September 27 from 5:30-7:00 PMLocation: Penobscot Bay YMCA Come check out what the Y’s Swim Team is all about! Leave dinner to us and join us for pizza along with pool games, meet the coaches and more! Register today by calling the Y at 236....
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  Prepare Your Home for Fall

  Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp

  Prepare Your Home for Fall After a long, hot summer, it is wise to make your home ready for cooler weather! With the autumn months around the corner, here are some things you can do to prepare your home for the change in seasons. Clear out gutters– To prevent clogging, be certain...
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  West Bay Rotary Chowder Challenge Winners

  West Bay Rotary

  West Bay Rotary is pleased to announce the winners of the 2019 Chowder Challenge.  The event was held on Saturday, August 31st at the Camden Windjammer Festival.  Each year at the event, West Bay Rotarians serve up chowder from local participants to raise money for charities and non-profits. ...
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  Cool Devices for Seniors

  Penbay Estate Planning Law Center

  Advances in technology have put many new devices on the market for seniors. Not only are there devices for resident safety there are apps to help seniors connect easier.  Learn more about new technology in our latest blog post: https://penbaylaw.com/advances-in-technology-provide-new-options-in-...
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  Women After 50: Courageous Communication

  Quarry Hill

  Presenter: Peggy Smith, certified Nonviolent Communication educator This interactive program explores ways to connect authentically and compassionately with ourselves and others—even in the face of strong emotions like anger or fear. Learn how our brains process these feelings and how to use that...
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  AARP Driver Safety Course

  Quarry Hill

  Location: Anderson Inn at Quarry Hill Presented by Paul Sheridan This one-day refresher course is designed for drivers age 50 and better and features an updated curriculum, dubbed Smart Driver. Attendees will experience a new, research-based workbook and video material. The course covers...
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  A Toast to Craft Beers

  Quarry Hill

  Location: Anderson Inn at Quarry Hill Presenter: Bill Stinson, owner, The Pour Farm Raise a mug to the foamy fun and festive flavors of some of Maine’s best craft beers! After a slide-illustrated introduction to the history and art of beer making, Bill offers a tasting of various brews, paired...
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  Maine Weinerfest

  P.A.W.S Animal Adoption Center

  16th Annual Maine WienerfestMaine Wienerfest is a celebration of dachshunds and the people who love them! This event will be held on Sunday September 8th from 11am-3pm at the Steamboat Landing Park in Belfast.  Learn more by visiting www.mainewienerfest.com  
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  Upcoming Deadlines for your Business

  Penbay Estate Planning Law Center

  There are so many details to running a business. Most business owners get lost in the day to day activities. If you don’t have an employee that is watching out for the important business deadlines, you could have future problems. We made a list of upcoming deadlines that you should be aware of. ...
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  West Bay Rotary Chowder Challenge

  West Bay Rotary

  West Bay Rotary is proud to be a part of the 2019 Camden Windjammer Festival.  The 2019 Chowder Challenge will be held at the Camden Public Landing on Saturday, August 31st from 12:00 - 2:00 pm. Admission is $10 for adults and $6 for children 12 & under. Net proceeds from the event will support...
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  West Bay Rotary honors Robert Falciani

  West Bay Rotary

  At the July 25th meeting of West Bay Rotary, Rotary District 7790 Governor Suzanne Uhl-Melanson honored Camden Selectman Robert Falciani with a Certificate of Appreciation.  When West Bay Rotary President Kim Milton asked the board for suggestions for this award, board members did not hesitate to...
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  Thank you to our GOLD Annual Sponsor Fuller Chevrolet

  West Bay Rotary

  Thank you to Fuller Chevrolet for being a GOLD annual sponsor of West Bay Rotary events, including the annual Chowder Challenge.  Fuller Chevrolet-GMC Truck Inc. in Rockland has been family-owned and operated since 1956. They offer a variety of new and used models. Drop by your Belfast, Camden and...
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  Grow gold along with me, the best is yet to be

  Spruce Point Inn - Maine’s Classic Oceafront Resort

  Around here, we look at the couple of weeks framing Labor Day as time for taking stock before a new season begins. It’s the frame that inspired Harbor Fest. The last of the wine (this particular bottle, anyway) and a time to savor all the oceanside memories made in Maine at Spruce Point Inn. The...
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  Five Steps Toward Financial Freedom

  Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp

  Five Steps Toward Financial Freedom Low interest rates make now an ideal time to buy your first home or move into a home more suitable for your needs. Keep your eyes on the goal by having a budget and spending wisely. It’s also good to have a conversation where we discuss your credit score and...
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  Thank you to our GOLD Annual Sponsor Etienne Perret

  West Bay Rotary

  Thank you to Etienne Perret for being a GOLD annual sponsor of West Bay Rotary events, including the annual Chowder Challenge.  Etienne Perret is one of the world’s premier designers of colored diamond jewelry. Best known for his bridal designs in 18kt gold, platinum and Gem Ceramic, he is also...
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  Thank you to our GOLD Annual Sponsor Edward Jones

  West Bay Rotary

  West Bay Rotary would like to thank Edward Jones financial advisors Ken Gardiner and Tom Griffith for their continued support as a GOLD annual sponsor of our events. They help make all of our events possible, including the annual Chowder Challenge.  At Edward Jones, the approach they work through...
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  Lincoln Home Lobster & More! A Smashing Success

  The Lincoln Home Residents and Employees

  A HUGE THANK YOU from The Lincoln Home...To Our Board of Directors, Volunteers, Staff, Artists, Musicians and Community Members Who Made Our 4th Annual Lobster & More Fundraiser Such a Smashing Success! And  a big shout out of gratitude to our business sponsors: Camden Wealth Management, Allen...
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  Taking Social Security Benefits Early

  Penbay Estate Planning Law Center

  Deciding when to take your social security benefits involves numerous factors. A balance has to be struck between the cost of living adjustments (COLA), current expenditures and expected longevity. If we can be of assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Read our newest blog post to help you...
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  Thank you to our GOLD Annual Sponsor Camden Law

  West Bay Rotary

  Thank you to Camden Law for being a GOLD annual sponsor of West Bay Rotary events, including the annual Chowder Challenge.  At Camden Law, they understand that competence is key. They strive every day to provide the most intelligent, compassionate, and assertive representation possible for their...
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  Thank you to our GOLD Annual Sponsor Baird: The Ogier Hall Group

  West Bay Rotary

  Thank you to Baird: The Ogier Hall Group for being a GOLD annual sponsor of West Bay Rotary events, including the annual Chowder Challenge.  Baird is an international wealth management, capital markets, asset management and private equity firm. The same values Baird was built upon in 1919 –...
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  Thank you to our GOLD Annual Sponsor Adventure Advertising

  West Bay Rotary

  West Bay Rotary would like to thank our GOLD annual sponsor Adventure Advertising. Adventure Advertising is a locally-owned advertising and marketing agency in Rockport, Maine. They design and produce custom signs, banners, brochures, vehicle wraps, trade show exhibits, websites, t-shirts, and much...