River Arts in Damariscotta invites artists to submit work to a juried show, “Land & Sea.” The deadline is 4 p.m. Saturday, June 29. The theme “Land & Sea” is open to personal interpretation by the artists and may include realistic as well as abstract works. This summer show draws broadly on the Maine landscape. […]
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Chapman-Hall House to host an open house, blacksmithing demo
Chapman-Hall House, 270 Main St. in Damariscotta, is set to host an open house from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 8. The event is for those interested in volunteering at the house as docents or helpers for special events. The program will introduce the role of a docent and the historical background on the […]
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Historic association plans Community Day in Damariscotta, Dresden, Wiscasset
During Community Day, Jeffrey Miller of Waldoboro, a master blacksmith and historian, will demonstrate his trade on Saturday, June 1, at the Chapman-Hall House.
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Association seeks volunteers at historic Chapman-Hall House
Docents who volunteer at the house and stewardship committee members will visit with individuals curious about what is involved in helping out.
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Lincoln County mother appeals dismissal of lawsuit over child’s gender expression at school
Amber Lavigne, of Newcastle, sued Great Salt Bay Community School officials, saying they provided her child with a chest binder and allowed the child to use pronouns different than the ones assigned at birth.
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Document shredding event in Damariscotta set for May 17
Donations support the preservation of the historic Chapman-Hall House.
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Historical association seeks volunteer docents starting June 1
Lincoln County Historical Association seeks volunteer docents for this summer at its three sites: Pownalborough Court House in Dresden, 1811 Old Jail in Wiscasset, and Chapman Hall House in Damariscotta. Each year from June 1 to Oct. 1 association volunteers act as docents (tour guides) or greeters. The time commitment is generally once or twice […]
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Lawsuit against Lincoln County school district over student’s gender expression is dismissed
Amber Lavigne sued school leaders in April, alleging they violated her parental rights by not telling her about her child’s use of a chest binder and change in pronouns.
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Lincoln County association offers summer activities at historic sites
Lincoln County Historical Association’s annual summer programming includes three week-long camps for children and teens. This year’s theme is “Summer with the Past — Stepping Back: Discovering Skills and Pastimes of the 18th & 19th Centuries.” Each week offers hands-on history during which participants are introduced to various trades of the period and the skills […]
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Damariscotta gallery seeks art for members show
River Arts in Damariscotta has announced an opportunity for artists to participate in an upcoming members show. All members can submit one piece for this non-juried exhibition. The deadline for entries is 4 p.m. Saturday, May 18. The show will run from Tuesday, May 21, through Saturday, June 29. The gallery is located at 36 […]