DAMARISCOTTA — Textile artist Kathie Hills plans to demonstrate and discuss the art and craft of hooking rugs from noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 11, at the historic Chapman-Hall House at 270 Main St. The demonstration is free. Hills will demonstrate the craft and exhibit pieces she has created. She learned the craft from LaVerne Dickson […]
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Former CIA director to speak in Damariscotta July 29
All proceeds benefit The Carpenter’s Boat Shop, dedicated to fostering personal growth through boat building, seamanship and community service.
Damariscotta gallery seeks artists for ‘Abstract’ show
Submissions are open until the drop-off deadline at 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10.
Organizations work to keep conservation lands connected to save species
In 2002, Midcoast land trusts teamed up to save wildlife habitats. Decades and thousands of acres later, the acquisition process has changed to reflect the growing need for local housing.
Damariscotta group to host panel discussion July 28
Caregiving is an important public health issue that affects the quality of life for millions of individuals.
Grants aim to strengthen Lincoln, Sagadahoc County communities
More than $137,000 will support regional organizations and projects.
River Arts to host Scout Dunbar’s ‘Views from the Shore’
DAMARISCOTTA — River Arts plans to host artist Scout Dunbar’s “Views from the Shore” exhibit July 11-31 in the River Room, 36 Elm St. Dunbar is a third-generation female artist originally hailing from Ithaca, New York. She received a Bachelor of Fine Art degree with a concentration in Printmaking from Alfred University in Alfred, New […]
CIA veteran to talk about Ukraine July 11 in Damariscotta
DAMARISCOTTA — Chats with Champions is set to present Paul Zalucky at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 11, in Porter Hall of Skidompha Public Library, 184 Main St. Zalucky will talk about Ukraine from his perspective as a 28-year veteran of the Central Intelligence Agency. The Southport resident was a CIA operations officer overseas before retiring […]
Spinning wheel demo set for Chapman-Hall House in July
Visitors to the Chapman-Hall House in Damariscotta on Saturday, July 6, can discover the historic craft of spinning in a demonstration by Rebecca Manthey. The demonstration is free and set for noon to 4 p.m. at 270 Main St. Manthey will discuss the steps of bringing wool from the sheep’s fleece to the spinning wheel […]
Damariscotta inn plans Community Conversation for June 30
DAMARISCOTTA — The Inn Along the Way’s first Summer 2024 Community Conversation is set for 3 p.m. Sunday, June 30, in the Long Barn at the Chapman Farm, 741 Main St. “Affordable Housing: Integrating Resilient Community Landscapes” will be the focus of the talk, as the topic relates to contemporary challenges facing Maine communities, according […]