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Rusty Hinges in concert to benefit the Sail, Power & Steam Museum, Fri., July 10, 7 p.m.
Sail Power & Steam Museum
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Rusty Hinges concert to benefit SPSM
Sail Power & Steam Museum

 

Rusty Hinges in concert to benefit the Sail, Power, & Steam Museum

The Rusty Hinges band will be on stage at the Sail, Power, & Steam Museum (SPSM) for a benefit concert, Friday, July 10, 2026 at 7 p.m. Rusty Hinges’ appearance is part of the 2026 SPSM Summer Concert Series at the Sail, Power, &
Steam Museum, which is located at the Old Snow

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Shop for Hope 2026: VIP Tickets on Sale Now!
New Hope Midcoast

Shop for Hope 2026 is coming to the Flangan Center in Rockland July 16-18, and first-night VIP tickets are on sale now! Join us for this fun, community evening Thursday, July 16 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. This elegant event features first selection from from our amazing array of clothing and accessories, like items from Black Parrot, EILEEN FISHER, Jill

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Navigating Mid Coast Maine

 

Navigating Mid Coast Maine:

covers the basics of navigation and trip planning while taking you to the far corners of the Boothbay area. Our instructors have hundreds of hours cruising the waters covered in this course as recreational boaters and on Coast Guard Auxiliary patrols. They are certified CG Auxiliary Small Boat Coxswains and Boat Crew

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Rhythm, Blues, and All That Jazz in Camden July 4
Camden Rotary Club

 

Camden Rotary Club will present four free outdoor concerts during its annual Music by the Sea celebration on Saturday, July 4.

The event will feature jazz, ragtime, Dixieland, July 4th favorites, and rhythm & blues.

Here's the lineup: 

Noon – 1:00 p.m. Bay Chamber Concerts Jazz Ensemble (Village Green)

2:00 – 3:15 p.m. Red Hot Peppers Dixieland

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Boat America!

 

Boat America:

completing this course can lower your boat insurance. In Maine, anyone born on or after Jan. 1, 1999 operating a boat with more than 25 hp MUST have a certificate showing completion of Boat America. This course is an introduction to how boats handle, boating laws and requirements, emergencies, and trailering. Cost: $40, includes

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Camden Garden Club Welcomes Cassie Sano as Featured Artist as well as Two New Demonstrations
Camden Garden Club
Join the 77th Garden Tour showcasing six distinctive gardens designed and maintained by their owners.
Your Tour ticket is your all-access pass to gardens and activities across the day.
The day is self-guided at your own pace.

Not to be missed:
Cassie Sano, En Plein Air artist, and garden demonstrations by Linda Redmond of Brae Maple Farm and
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Boating Course June 16 & 18

 

Suddenly in Command:

basic skills and emergency situations including how boats handle, getting underway, docking, VHF radio, and required equipment are covered. Cost: $30.

 

Date/Time: June 16 & 18, 6 pm - 8 pm. each night. Location: American Legion Hall, 25 Industrial Park., Boothbay ME. To Register/more information: davidbeastwood@gmail.com Davi
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HUGE weekend at Brady's
Brady’s

Friday night Brady's will close at 6:30pm for a private party. 

Saturday the Elmors will be on the deck from 2-5

Sunday breakfast from 7:30 ~ 11 and the Saltwater Hillbilly from 2~5

Join the fun at Brady's!!

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LOUISIANA NIGHT AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET BAR MONDAY JUNE 22nd FROM 4-8:30PM
Smuggler’s Cove Oceanfront Inn

Take a trip to the heart of the South at 727 Ocean Sunset Bar. Join us in Monday evening, June 22nd from 4:00 to 8:30pm for Louisiana Night, a flavorful evening showcasing classic Louisiana dishes, from savory Cajun specialties to beloved Creole creations, all inspired by the vibrant spirit of the Bayou. Reservations recommended. For more

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BOOGIE2SHOOZ SUNDAY, JUNE 21st FROM 5-8PM AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET
Smuggler’s Cove Oceanfront Inn

Join us Sunday, June 21st from 508 PM as welcome back Boogie2shooz! It's Father's Day weekend so grab your guy and get out on the dance floor.  Happy Hour from 3-5pm daily.  Restaurant closed Wednesdays.  www.smugglerscoveinn.com For more information call 207-633-2800

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The Walrus band brings Beatles tribute to the Strand on June 26
The Strand Theatre

 

“A mind-blowing tribute.”–Rolling Stone

Since 2002, all the strings, horns, bells, and whistles with none of the wigs and costumes. Featuring Rockland’s own Spencer Albee.

The Strand is excited to announce a very special concert with Beatles tribute sensation The Walrus! With a leading gift from this band, we’re kicking off fundraising for a new

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Landmark Art Will Draw Bidders in Summer Splendor Auction
Thomaston Place Auction Galleries

THOMASTON, MAINE — Historic works of American fine art, including a rare landscape by a groundbreaking 19th Century painter, are among more than 1460 lots offered June 26th through June 28th in the annual Summer Splendor auction, presented by Thomaston Place Auction Galleries.

Outstanding among the works offered is one of the earliest surviving

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Book Bub's 8 Book Marketing Ideas Outside the Box
DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors

Just passing along some innovative book marketing ideas when I see it.

This is from Book Bub, a free book discovery service that alerts readers to heavily discounted or free e-books and audiobooks across major retailers like Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, and Kobo.

8 Outside-the-Box Book Marketing Ideas You HAVE to See

To get daily Maine

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Did You Know… Multiple generations collaborate to recycle bottles and cans from the Camden community? Here is Kendyl Heyer partnering with Lion Bob! Kendyl is a CHRHS graduate and recipient of a Camden Lions Club scholarship.
Camden Lions Club

If you are interested in serving your community, like Kendyl, with the Camden Lions Club, please contact Matt Jones at:  mjone10@gmail.com.

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Brady's Closed Thursday for Claw Down!!
Brady’s

When your 2 top dogs are trying to be top dog... You let them have fun and go for it!!

Best of luck to Chef Steve Hill and Chef Stan Hornsby at today's Claw Down!!

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West Bay Rotary Club Golf Tournament Sells Out!
West Bay Rotary

 

The West Bay Rotary Club has sold out its annual “Swing into Summer” Golf Tournament, scheduled for Friday, June 26, at Goose River Golf Course in Rockport. This great news reflects the strong support the club receives from golfers, businesses, and community members throughout Midcoast Maine.

The tournament is one of the club's premier

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Solstice on Southport is THIS Sunday!
Southport General Store & Barn
Solstice on Southport
It’s happening THIS SUNDAY!

Join us Sunday, June 21, from 1–4 PM as we celebrate the Summer Solstice and all the amazing dads out there with an afternoon of great food, live music, ice cream, and community fun!
 
Enjoy Live music all afternoon from Emmett Lalor & Friends!
 
Enjoy a Summer BBQ with all the fixin’s:
• BBQ
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New Items in the Barn this season!!
Southport General Store & Barn

We have so many new items in the Barn this season!!

We just put Wild Rosie Maine tea towels on the floor, and they are already going home with new owners! Seawicks Candles are always a must-have! Casco Bay Glasshas the most beautiful pint glasses with caning and ombré! Hand-dipped Danica candlesticks are waiting to sit on your dining table! Little

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Affordable Homeownership Informational Session
Midcoast Habitat for Humanity and Restore

Join Midcoast Habitat for Humanity for an Affordable Homeownership Informational Session to learn more about our homeownership program, the application process, eligibility criteria, and current housing developments. 

Date: Monday, June 22
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Midcoast Habitat Office, 680 Commercial Street, Rockport, Maine

Midcoast Habitat’s

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Beatles tribute band THE WALRUS at the Strand on June 26
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LOUISIANA NIGHT AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET BAR MONDAY JUNE 22nd 4-8:30PM
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New product: How to pitch your book to gift stores ($20)
DIY Book Marketing for Maine Authors
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Schedule for this week at Brady's!!
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Don't miss Rusty Hinges in concert, to benefit the Sail, Power, & Steam Museum, July 10 at 7 p.m.

Rusty Hinges concert to benefit SPSM

Sail Power & Steam Museum
Free live music in Camden July 4

Rhythm, Blues, and All That Jazz in Camden July 4

Camden Rotary Club
Cassie Sano as the En Plein Air Artist-Cassie will be working throughout the day at a

Camden Garden Club Welcomes Cassie Sano as Featured Artist as well as Two New Demonstrations

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Brady's is your place for great Food, Friends, & Fun!!

HUGE weekend at Brady's

Brady’s
Louisiana Night at 727

LOUISIANA NIGHT AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET BAR MONDAY JUNE 22nd FROM 4-8:30PM

Smuggler’s Cove Oceanfront Inn
Boogie2Shooz Sunday, June 21st 5-8PM

BOOGIE2SHOOZ SUNDAY, JUNE 21st FROM 5-8PM AT 727 OCEAN SUNSET

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The Walrus band brings Beatles tribute to the Strand on June 26

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