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Visit the real Maine places that inspired these books

by Ray Routhier May 29, 2026May 22, 2026

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 Jorge S. Arango May 27, 2026May 29, 2026

‘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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Five fun things to do in Camden

by Ray Routhier May 25, 2026May 22, 2026

Paul Doiron, author of the Mike Bowditch mystery series, names some of his favorite spots in his hometown.

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17 big Maine outdoor concerts to check out this summer

by Ray Routhier and Aimsel Ponti May 25, 2026May 22, 2026

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.

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Maine musicians take center stage at local outdoor summer concerts

by Aimsel Ponti and Ray Routhier May 25, 2026May 22, 2026

Communities all over the state offer a wide variety of live performances – most of them free – all summer long.

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5 Maine events this week include Temptations musical, medieval cage fighting

by Aimsel Ponti May 25, 2026May 22, 2026

See a marionette version of ‘Hansel and Gretel’ at The Public Theatre in Lewiston.

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Youth artwork shown at Carrabassett Valley Public Library

by Quentin Blais May 24, 2026May 22, 2026

The exhibit showed art work by students from Stratton School, Western Maine Center for Kids, Carrabassett Valley Academy and a homeschool group for the community to celebrate.