There are festivals, dances, parades, drag shows and celebrations in more than two dozen communities all over the state.
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Arts, entertainment, food and books news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Get lost with us on a Sunday drive through western Maine
Feel like a leisurely drive on a beautiful day? Want to enjoy all the scenery that western Maine has to offer? We’ve got the guide for you.
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25 best places to eat for cheap across Maine
As menu prices continue to jump, it pays to know the wallet-friendly spots.
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UMF Summer Daze Camp returns with time-travel theme
The Fitness and Recreation Center will offer its annual summer camp from June 15 to Aug. 7 for children entering grades one to seven.
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Visit the real Maine places that inspired these books
From contemporary novels to classic children’s books, authors have turned to towns all over the state for settings and inspiration.
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3 art museums celebrate Betsy Wyeth, who made Maine’s landscape her canvas
‘By Design: The Worlds of Betsy James Wyeth’ sheds light on the artistic vision of the woman who created immersive environments that informed her husband Andrew Wyeth’s art.
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First summer watermelons arrive in western Maine
Watermelons have returned to grocery stores and roadside stands as residents prepare for another summer of picnics, hikes and cold slices in the heat.
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Interested in bird-watching in Maine? Join the flock
The spring migration offers ample opportunities to take up a new hobby or spot a new species.
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The 10 hikes across Maine that will get you from your couch to Katahdin this year
Looking to challenge yourself to hike the iconic Katahdin, but need a place to start? We have the guide to prep you for the ascent.
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17 big Maine outdoor concerts to check out this summer
Mumford & Sons in Bangor, Wilco in Portland and the Revivalists in Sidney are just a few of the shows at Maine’s big outdoor venues from June through Labor Day.