From emotionally resonant documentaries to romances, the annual film festival, now in its 29th year, is a cinematic gift.
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Wabanaki festival of arts and ideas returns to Bar Harbor for US’s 250th
The Abbe Museum is partnering with the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage to produce the Dawnland Festival.
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Catholic pilgrims celebrate America’s 250th birthday with processions through Maine
The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage from St. Augustine, Florida, to Philadelphia made several stops in Maine on Thursday, including Portland and Peaks Island.
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Monhegan exhibit paints a love affair inspired by the island
The collection of Susan Bateson and Stephen Fuller showcases art encompassing more than a century of work by Monhegan Island painters.
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Our guide to 6 Maine children’s books aimed at getting kids outdoors
Board books and middle grade novels tell stories about wildlife, blueberries and garbology.
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7 Maine events include Greek Festival, musical ‘1776’
Also, the South Berwick Strawberry Festival happens Saturday.
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Check out movies in Maine that aren’t your typical summer blockbuster
If you’ve already had your fill of blockbuster openings, it’s time to look for more hidden cinematic treasures.
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Lewiston’s ‘Singing Soldier’ gets golden advance on ‘America’s Got Talent’
Isaac Atkins, a Lewiston native on active duty in Hawaii, heads to Round 2 and a live performance in California in August.
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6 Maine events include Portland Pride Parade, Monty Python’s ‘Spamalot’
Attend the Saco Arts Festival and catch a Beach Boys tribute in Lewiston.
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15 Maine summer festivals worth your plans
A busy, fun summer includes food, music and other types of festivals all over the state.