Andree Benoist is a watercolor artist who discovered painting later in life. Born and raised on the coast of New Jersey, water and boats have been attractive subjects for her. Since spending most of her time now in the foothills of the White Mountains in Cornish, rural life appears frequently in her work as do […]
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Area communities plan celebrations, fireworks to mark July 4
A partial listing of Independence Day-related events planned for across the region.
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Acrylic artist’s work on display at Gallery 302
An exhibit featuring the work of guest artist acrylic painter Dee Burdick will run from Saturday, June 17, to Wednesday, July 19, at Gallery 302 in Bridgton. A reception will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, July 7. Burdick is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire where she earned her BA degree […]
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Stone sculptor to be guest artitst at Bridgton gallery
Stone sculptor David Allen of Stone Point Studio in Sebago will be the first guest artist of the season at Gallery 302 in Bridgton. While Allen creates large pieces for public installations and Land Art, he will be exhibiting smaller works in his show which run from Saturday, May 13, through Friday, June 16. A […]
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Bridgton gallery to host talk about abstract art April 13
BRIDGTON — Richard Allen, an artist from Sebago, is set to give a presentation on abstract art at 4 p.m. Thursday, April 13, at Gallery 302 at 112 Main St. The theme of his talk is expressed in a quotation by painter Fairfield Porter: “The important thing for critics to remember is the subject matter […]
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A discussion of abstract art will be presented at Gallery 302
Local artist Richard Allen will give a presentation on Abstract Art at 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 13, at Gallery 302 in Bridgton. The theme of his talk is expressed in the following quote by the painter Fairfield Porter: “The important thing for critics to remember is the subject matter in abstract painting and the […]
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Student Art Show on display for Youth Art Month at Gallery 302
Artwork by students from Lake Region High School is on display for the 2023 Student Art Show at Gallery 302 in Bridgton. Thanks to the encouragement of the art teachers and the willingness of the student artists to share their work with us, we are able to participate in the national celebration of visual arts […]
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University of Vermont names local dean’s list students
BURLINGTON, Vt. — The University of Vermont has named six local students to its 2022 fall semester dean’s list. Margaret Skelton from Auburn is majoring in biological science. Ella Raymond from Bethel is majoring in food systems. Chelsea Seabold from Wilton is majoring in psychological science. Emily Freid from Bridgton is majoring in biological science. […]
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Catholic parishes collect new toys, clothes for children, teens
Because of the generosity of parishioners in Auburn, Bridgton, Fryeburg, Gardiner, Kennebunk, Hallowell, Millinocket and East Millinocket, Waterville, Wells and Winslow, hundreds of Maine children and teens had a happier Christmas. The Jolly Gifts program collected more than 1,000 new toys and clothing items as well as many gift cards, according to a news release […]
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Health care networks, universities to receive $2.3 million in funding to expand rural education opportunities
Collaborative groups of health care networks, the University of Maine System and St. Joseph’s College will receive a combined total of nearly $2.3 million to expand medical training in communities like Farmington, Norway, Bridgton and Blue Hill.