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Camden Expanded Paid Parking - Resident Portal - Launch Update
Town of Camden

CAMDEN (Sept. 15, 2025): Expanded paid parking officially launches Oct. 1, 2025. Parking enforcement runs to Oct. 15 (annually May 15-Oct. 15).

The rate is $2/hour. Green spaces - paid, Blue spaces - free for two hours, White spaces - free all day.

Camden residents who register a vehicle(s) in Camden are eligible for two free hours of parking daily

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A Night of Roller Skating & Live Music at MRC!
Midcoast Recreation Center

MRC's roller skating season is almost over (meaning ice season is almost here). Help us celebrate the end of the season with our greatest Late Night Skate ever, with LIVE MUSIC featuring the Minivan Carpool band!

You've seen them all around town, now lace up your roller skates and come boogie to the Minivan Carpool band at MRC to close out our

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Foreign Auto Rendezvous Returns to Owls Head Transportation Museum
Owls Head Transportation Museum

Celebrate the World of Foreign Automobiles at Owls Head Transportation Museum’s Foreign Auto Rendezvous — September 20–21, 2025

Making its highly anticipated return, this two-day event invites automotive enthusiasts, families, history buffs, and curious visitors from across Maine and beyond to explore a dazzling array of international imports—from

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The Evolution of the Federal Response to Domestic Violence and Firearms: Rockland
New Hope Midcoast

New Hope Midcoast invites the public to our free annual Speaker Series featuring Margaret Groban. Groban will speak from 4-5:30 p.m. on September 29 in Rockland and on September 30 in Boothbay Harbor.

 

A federal prosecutor in Maine and former member of Maine’s Domestic Violence Homicide Review Panel, Margaret Groban’s expertise offers our

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The Evolution of the Federal Response to Domestic Violence and Firearms: Boothbay Harbor
New Hope Midcoast

New Hope Midcoast invites the public to our free annual Speaker Series featuring Margaret Groban. Groban will speak from 4-5:30 p.m. on September 29 in Rockland and on September 30 in Boothbay Harbor.

 

A federal prosecutor in Maine and former member of Maine’s Domestic Violence Homicide Review Panel, Margaret Groban’s expertise offers our

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The Elmors preform LIVE at Brady's Saturday @2pm!!
Brady’s
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Camden Expanded Paid Parking Program Details
Town of Camden

Camden Expanded Paid Parking Details

The expanded paid parking program coming to Camden has not yet officially launched. Currently, 2-hour parking on streets and in parking lots remains the same (free). The previous kiosks at the public landing have been replaced, but they too are not yet operational. Parking enforcement will continue through Oct

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Trekkers Bus Reveal Party
Trekkers

We're celebrating the arrival of our new bus!

Newly dubbed "Dottie," thanks to the community and judge panels, this new bus will be the trusty steed for our youth programs for many years to come. She will travel far and wide throughout the year as students embark on short treks and long expeditions to learn about other areas and cultures, do

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Trekkers Bus Reveal Party
Trekkers

We're celebrating the arrival of our new bus!

Newly dubbed "Dottie," thanks to the community and judge panels, this new bus will be the trusty steed for our youth programs for many years to come. She will travel far and wide throughout the year as students embark on short treks and long expeditions to learn about other areas and cultures, do

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International Community Dinner & Free Wine Tasting
Southport General Store & Barn

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY DINNER!

Friday, September 12 | Dinner 5:30–7:30pm | Free Wine Tasting 4:30–5:30

Our seasonal economy here on the coast wouldn’t be possible without the hard work and dedication of the students who join us each summer through the J1 visa program. These young people bring incredible energy, talent, and heart to our businesses

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Top-quality dining experience in the comfort of your own space.
Around the Table

Everyone loves having people over but when you start considering all the shopping, the menu prep, the cooking, the cleaning… it really starts to add up. It’s a luxury to be able to leave it all up to the professionals but still enjoy a top-quality dining experience in the comfort of your own space.

At Around the Table we are on a mission to create

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Bundle the Wave Magazine with Digital Exposure
Penobscot Bay Pilot

The Wave is our biannual, full-color, free magazine offering a seasonal take on Midcoast life.  Featuring all-original content written by the Pen Bay Pilot team.  Ninety percent of copies are direct-mailed to homes throughout the Midcoast, with additional distribution at grocery stores and local gathering spots in Camden, Rockport, Lincolnville

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Fall Grant Applications Open At West Bay Rotary
West Bay Rotary

West Bay Rotary is now accepting fall grant requests to support local causes. Twice a year, the Club, through its Charitable Foundation, provides financial support to organizations that work to improve the lives of people in Knox County and Lincolnville. Grants up to $1,500 are awarded for general operations, specific programs, or defined

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The Blue Café: Chris Ross
Camden Opera House

The occasional series of free performances in our intimate third-floor listening room welcomes Chris Ross back for a solo performance, after he opened for the Mallett Brothers this spring. The award-winning Maine singer-songwriter is a native of Hancock and past winner of the New England Music Awards’ Songwriter of the Year award. Known for his

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HOLY MACKEREL DUO - PAUL D’ALESSIO & MARK STOVER SUNDAY NIGHT AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET FROM 5-8PM
Smuggler’s Cove Oceanfront Inn

Come join us for an evening of fantastic music by the Holy Mackerel Duo, Paul D'Alessio and Mark Stover at 727 Ocean Sunset at Smugglers's Cove Inn from 5-8pm, Sunday, September 7th.  www.smugglerscoveinn.com

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International Community Dinner 9/12!
Southport General Store & Barn

INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY DINNER!

Friday, September 12 | Dinner 5:30–7:30pm | Free Wine Tasting 4:30–5:30

Our seasonal economy here on the coast wouldn’t be possible without the hard work and dedication of the students who join us each summer through the J1 visa program. These young people bring incredible energy, talent, and heart to our businesses

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Meet Debby Schling, Associate Broker at Newcastle Realty
Newcastle Realty

Meet Debby! Originally from Massachusetts, Debby has called Midcoast Maine home for many years and was honored as the 2017 Realtor of the Year. With 19 years of experience, she believes that real estate is all about relationships built on trust, integrity, and care. Whether she’s helped you sell a home or find your perfect new one, Debby loves

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Accepting New Students
Peopleplace Cooperative Preschool

We welcome you to be a partner in your child’s first educational experience.

At Peopleplace, we believe an excellent education fosters the unique and creative potential of every child, nurturing both their social and emotional development as well as their academic foundation. Our goal is to create a love of learning in our children that lasts

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Live music all weekend at Brady's!!
Brady’s

Jack Duggins starts the weekend of at Brady's Friday afternoon from 4-7 on the deck, full menu and drink specials all weekend!!

Saturday has Maine's own "Blue Collar Author" Jerry Farnham on the deck launching his third novel First Light. The Elmors will be rocking it out celebrating the launch along with Jerry and all his friends!

Sunday is the

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Don’t Miss Out! Come Learn To Row through August!
Megunticook Rowing

Megunticook Rowing’s Learn to Row programs are in full swing through August. Take advantage, take the 4 session program then spend the fall months rowing with your fellow Novice rowers. Morning, afternoon and weekend sessions are open. Check it out here! https://megunticookrowing.org/programs/

Come Row With Us! 

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Live!! With the Elmors Saturday afternoon at Brady's!!
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American Patchwork Quartet
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Yard Sale Saturday, October 4 at New Hope Midcoast, Rockland
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Paid Parking Details and Resident Guide page 1

Camden Expanded Paid Parking - Resident Portal - Launch Update

Town of Camden
Vintage cars in a line with an observer in the foreground

Foreign Auto Rendezvous Returns to Owls Head Transportation Museum

Owls Head Transportation Museum
Live Music!

The Elmors preform LIVE at Brady's Saturday @2pm!!

Brady’s
Camden Paid Parking Program Details and Map

Camden Expanded Paid Parking Program Details

Town of Camden
Announcement of Bus Reveal Party with details

Trekkers Bus Reveal Party

Trekkers
The freshly painted front of Dottie, the bus.

Trekkers Bus Reveal Party

Trekkers
International Community Dinner and Wine Tasting Info

International Community Dinner & Free Wine Tasting

Southport General Store & Barn
Paul D’Alessio & Mark Stover

HOLY MACKEREL DUO - PAUL D’ALESSIO & MARK STOVER SUNDAY NIGHT AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET FROM 5-8PM

Smuggler’s Cove Oceanfront Inn

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