Damariscotta Open Mic is scheduled from 1:30-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, to showcase a diverse mix of music and verse in the Long Barn at Inn Along the Way’s, Chapman Farm, 741 Main St.

Artist performances, Inn tours and hay field walks are all part of the ambiance at this by-donation open mic fundraiser in support of the Inn Along the Way. The inn’s model is a unique and innovative community design in which older adults live interdependently in a neighborhood-style setting of small, environmentally friendly homes, according to a news release from Sylvia Tavares, a member of the Open Mic at the IAW Committee.

Rusty Hinges, whose performance on the main stage will begin at 3 p.m., is a group of mid-coast Mainers who will be playing their eclectic repertoire, ranging from classic rock to country, bluegrass to the blues, folk to oldies. Band members include Nancy Bridges (guitar, fiddle, penny whistle, vocals), Frank Bedell (bass, resonator guitar, vocals), John Couch (guitar, harmonica, vocals), John Monterisi (guitar, vocals), Peter Saladino (bass, piano, vocals), and Dan Townsend (drums, guitar, vocals).

Those attending the event are encouraged to bring a picnic. Musicians and performing artists from all genres and generations can step onto the open mic stage beginning at 1:30 p.m. Performer sign-in begins at 1 p.m.

For more information about participation or the IAW’s musical fundraiser schedule, contact Tavares at 207-766-8469 or [email protected].

For more information about the Inn Along the Way and volunteer opportunities, go to innalongtheway.org or contact Inn founder Sherry Flint at 207-751-6261 or [email protected].

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