The Gibbs Library plans to present its Fall/Winter Fiber Art Show, “The Nature of Wool Felt,” works by Amy Donaghy Nov. 1 through December at the library, 40 Old Union Road, in Washington. Donaghy was born in Maine and after traveling and working in other parts of the world, settled in Washington. She has felt […]
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House of Hamill returns to Old South Church
House of Hamill plans to bring their energy and eclectic, upcycled collection of folk and Celtic music to the Old South Church Concert Series at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 15, at the Old South Church, 235 Main St., in Farmington. The band members are also members of Enter The Haggis. Tickets cost $25 for […]
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Maine childen’s book author to give reading at Winthrop library
Award-winning children’s author Margy Burns Knight will host a book launch event for her latest children’s book “Who Needs a Statue?” at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2nd at the Bailey Public Library in Winthrop. The free program will feature a live reading of the book followed by an art activity for children. Kirkus Reviews […]
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Comedian Brian Regan to perform at Johnson Hall
Comedian Brian Regan will bring his standup tour to the stage at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10, at Johnson Hall Opera House, 280 Water St., in Gardiner. Regan made his London debut on Feb. 2, 2019, at The Leicester Square Theatre and he made his Kennedy Center debut with two sold-out shows on March […]
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On Music: Illusionist Leon Etienne talks about performing all the big TV stuff
I don’t get to do many magic acts for these columns, although I did talk with Penn Jillette (of Penn & Teller fame) a number of years ago. Anyway, I recently got the opportunity to chat with illusionist Leon Eitenne about his Magic Rocks! show that’s coming to the Waterville Opera House on the 1st […]
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Maine group takes helm of annual regional magic auction
Magicians from all over New England will come together to buy and sell used magic props, books and collectables during the Great Northeast Magic Auction on Sunday, Nov. 3, at the Fox Run Mall in Newington, New Hampshire. From professional to beginner, and everyone in-between, this is a highly anticipated event that happens each year. […]
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Maine Music Society announces 7th annual online auction
The Maine Music Society is set to host its 7th annual online auction. An assortment of items ranging from homemade breads to snow-shoeing and skiing experiences, vacation rentals, beautiful artworks, toys, fashions crafted by local artisans, and gift certificates from a variety of local businesses. The preview opens Friday, Nov. 1, bidding starts at 12 […]
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Old South Church Concert Series plans to welcome Chris Newmanand Máire Ní Chathasaigh Oct. 26
Old South Church Concert Series plans to welcome the award winning, worldly acclaimed duo of Chris Newman (guitarist) and Máire Ní Chathasaigh (Celtic harp) to Farmington for the first time at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, at 235 Main St., in Farmington. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Since its début on Cambridge Folk Festival’s […]
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UMA professor writes book to help overcome rudeness in oneself and others
Rudeness seems to be everywhere these days. In his new book, “Rudeness Rehab: Reclaiming Civility in the Workplace and Your Home Space,” author John M. O’Brien, psychologist and adjunct professor at the University of Maine at Augusta, compares the spread of rudeness in our culture to the spread of COVID-19, “[it’s] like a new pandemic […]
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Inanna, Sisters in Rhythm plan Waldoboro concert
Inanna, Sisters in Rhythm, plan to fill Broad Bay Congregational Church with the sounds of African drums and chanting in a concert for all ages at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25, at 941 Main St. in Waldoboro. The percussion and vocal ensemble play and share instruments such as djembes (West African goblet drums) and bass […]