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Enjoy Arts of New England at De’Bramble Gallery
De'Bramble Gallery 16 Middle Street, Freeport, MEMeet and Greet the Artists of De’Bramble !
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Art Exhibition: David R. Jones-See the Everyday in an Abstract way – Landscapes of the US, France and England at the Kittery Community Center
Kittery Community Center 120 Rogers Road, Kittery, METhe Morgan Gallery at the Kittery Community Center is looking forward to exhibiting the works of David R. Jones, beginning with a reception on September 12 from 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm.
David R. Jones is an internationally renowned impressionist artist currently residing in Methuen, Massachusetts. He was born in North Wales, moved to England, then Paris, France, where he had his first show of Indian ink and brush paintings. His love for creating unique paintings finally came full circle in 2007, when he met international award winning artist, Sharon Morley, APS, who encouraged him to add color to his Indian ink works. David is a full-time artist and is president of the Methuen based Art Institute Group of the Merrimack Valley, and since 2018 has hosted a monthly “Art in the Studio” show at MCS.
Since 2017 David’s work has been shown in galleries around the world, including Paris France, Beijing, Seoul, Tokyo, Brussels, Cologne and Aix-en-Provence. He has won several awards including the Toile D’Or De L”Annee 2015 by the Federation Nationale de la Culture Francaise for his 40” x 30” oil on canvas “Ten Years Before” and his work has been published in multiple international art books. He recently had a solo show of his oil paintings “Abstracts of the Common Place - Landscapes of Europe & the United States” in May and June, 2023, at the Ayer Lofts Gallery in Lowell, MA. He was part of the collective show at the Galerie Beaute Du Matin Calme in June 2024 and is scheduled to have a show in Tokyo in September, 2024, in parallel with his Morgan Gallery show at the Kittery Community Center beginning Thursday Sept 12, 2024.
The exhibit will feature paintings of landscapes from the US, France and England each with his own unique impressionistic approach and style.” My paintings reflect my feelings about the places I have visited, or the emotion I have experienced” he explained.
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The 10×10 Show @ Meetinghouse Arts Gallery
Meetinghouse Arts 40 Main St, Freeport, METhe 10x10 show at the Meetinghouse Arts gallery in Freeport features work by over 20 gallery member artists in oil, acrylic, encaustic and mixed media. All work is original, 10"x10" in size and unframed. 3d art, cards, works on paper and small gift items will also be included in the show.
The show runs September 13-October 19 and is open 10:00-5:00 Wed-Sat and 12:00-4:00 on Sunday.
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36 Windows – a photography show by Lights Out
The Gingerbread House 500 Main St, Norway, ME36 Windows is a photography exhibit produced by Lights Out’s first residency program. June Kim, Nick Gervin, Harlan Crichton, Neville Caulfield, Scott Vlaun, and Chelsea Ellis were selected for the first residency for their experimental, rigorous, and engaged relationship with their medium. The artists were prompted to live and work in dialogue with the town, the house, and their practices. The exhibition is being held in The Gingerbread House, 500 Main Street, Norway. A bus will be running along the route for anyone who wants a lift.
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Festivals + Fairs
Visit Freeport’s 25th Annual Freeport Fall Festival
Downtown Freeport Downtown Freeport, Freeport, ME2024 is our 25th Anniversary!
Each year on the first weekend in October, Visit Freeport brings together over 200 of the best New England artists, makers and local food producers for a three-day festival throughout downtown Freeport!
In addition to browsing local art, join us at the Discovery Stage on the L.L.Bean campus and the Second Stage in the Mallard Parking lot for three days of live music. There are also plenty of free activities for kids from make ‘n take crafts, to scavenger hunts and more. Free parking and complimentary ADA-accessible shuttle makes visiting easy! And, thanks to our generous sponsors, it’s all FREE!
Friday, October 4 from 12 - 6 pm
Saturday, October 5 from 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday, October 6 from 10 am - 4 pm
See freeportfallfestival.com for the event schedule, shuttle details and profiles of the participating artists, makers & food purveyors!
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OPEN STUDIOS + MAKERSPACE RIBBON-CUTTING
Ellsworths Downtown Makerspace 16 State Street, Ellsworth, MEJoin Heart of Ellsworth for a special ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of our new makerspace in Downtown Ellsworth! This exciting new space will feature an exhibition gallery, artist studios, offices, and coworking spaces, providing a vibrant environment for creativity and collaboration in our community. The ribbon-cutting will occur at 5:00 PM, followed by a chance to explore the building and learn more about this exciting new space. The first show will be “The Life of the River,” an art exhibition by the local high school students from Ellsworth High School.
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Running with Scissors Studios Annual 6 x 6 Show @ Belleflower Brewing Co.
Belleflower Brewing Company 66 Cove Street, Portland, MEAnnual 6x6 Show from the Artists at Running with Scissors Art Studios
Join us the evening of Friday, October 4, 2024 at Belleflower Brewing Co., located at 66 Cove Street, from 5 - 7pm for an informal artist meet and greet and to view the annual RWS 6x6 Show. Each piece is 6” x 6” and up to 6” deep, an accessible and unifying format that showcases members' diverse styles and talents. The exhibit
will be up through the end of November.
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“The Life of the River” – Ellsworth High School Student Art Exhibition at Ellsworth’s Downtown Makerspace
Ellsworths Downtown Makerspace 16 State Street, Ellsworth, MEHeart of Ellsworth is thrilled to celebrate the opening of our new exhibition gallery and makerspace at 16 State Street as part of Art of Ellsworth, celebrating Maine Craft Weekend.
Our first show will be "The Life of the River," a stunning art exhibition featuring works by talented Ellsworth High School students. The show will open on Friday, October 4th at 5:00 PM, following the ribbon-cutting for the new makerspace at 16 State Street. Refreshments will be available.
Support and celebrate youth artists and creativity in downtown Ellsworth!
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Live Theatre: Disney The Litttle Mermaid
The Grand Theater 165 Main Street, Ellsworth, MEDirected by Ashley Terwilliger, Music Direction by Rebecca Edmondson
On the Stanley Subaru Stage
Performance Dates: October 4-6/11-13/18-20
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above.
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Howard Ashman, Glenn Slater
Book by Doug Wright
Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film that was produced by Howard Ashman & John Musker and written & directed by John Musker & Ron Clements. Originally Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions.
6th annual PVHS Craft Fair
Penquis Valley High School 48 Penquis Drive, Milo, METhe annual craft fair features 30+ craft artisans, artists, food vendors, school clubs, and local community organizations. There are basket raffles and lunch options available as well.
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Workshops + Live Demos at Waterfall Arts, Belfast, ME!
Waterfall Arts 256 High Street, Belfast, MEImmerse yourself in a world of artistic expression at Waterfall Arts, as our vibrant programming comes alive with engaging workshops,classes, and live demonstrations. Unleash your creativity in life drawing, ceramics, and printmaking community studios. Feel the heat and magic of glassblowing, and get hands-on in our special Crankie Workshop with the talented Lucky Platt. Come and be a part of the dynamic, creative community at Waterfall Arts during Maine Craft Weekend! Learn more and pre-register by visiting waterfallarts.org
Community Maker Days
Waterville Creates 93 Main St, Waterville, MEHeld in conjunction with the Holiday Bazaar, Waterville Creates invites the community to a series of fun and engaging events where people of all ages come together to explore their creativity. Participants can enjoy a range of hands-on workshops guided by skilled artisans and crafters. Perfect for learning new skills, sharing techniques, and connecting with fellow makers in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, Community Maker Days are a fantastic opportunity to create, collaborate, and celebrate the joy of making.
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Instrument Petting Zoo with Ellsworth Community Music Institute
Ellsworth Public Library State Street, Ellsworth, MEJoin Ellsworth Community Music Institute (ECMI) for an Instrument-Petting Zoo from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 5th, 2024, at the Ellsworth Public Library. This interactive musical instrument demonstration features the cello, violin, piano, and guitar. ECMI faculty will offer the demonstrations, allowing young children four and up to touch, play, and experience instruments in person.
The Instrument Petting Zoo will be held at the Ellsworth Public Library. The event is sponsored by the Ellsworth Community Music Institute (ECMI), and admission is free to all!
Celebrate Craft Weekend @ The Merry Barn
The Merry Barn 417 River Road, Edgecomb, METhe Merry Barn, Midcoast Maine's innovative venue for the creative community, will host a presentation and sale of work by regional artisans in celebration of Maine Crafts — artisan booths, demonstrations, workshops, and seasonal refreshments
Biddeford Mills Museum Open House
Biddeford Mills Museum 2 Main Street Building 18, Room 108, Biddeford, MEBiddeford Mills Museum will be holding an Open House at our new location - 2 Main Street, Building #18, Suite 230. New Exhibits and a continuous showing of slide shows and films.
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Friends of Pinecone Studio Creative Showcase @ Salt Cod Cafe
Salt Cod Cafe 1894 Harpswell Island Road, Harpswell, MEPinecone Studio is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming Maine Craft Weekend with the Friends of Pinecone Studio Creative Showcase. The event will take place on October 5th from 10am to 4pm at the Salt Cod Cafe in Harpswell, ME.
Pinecone Studio will use this event to showcase the diverse creative programs it offers year-round. By inviting creative collaborators who represent each of Pinecone Studio’s key programs, the event will feature live music, craft demonstrations, and art displays by local artists. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience the artistic expression and community engagement that Pinecone Studio supports throughout the year. Additionally, attendees can explore offerings from our community partners, including the Salt Cod Cafe and the Orr's Island Candy Company.
Rest Day Sauna Grand Opening
Rest Day Sauna 42 Pleasant Street, Monson, MEJoin us for the Grand Opening of Rest Day Sauna in Monson! We offer our handmade sauna for private rental and public seatings, where guests can experience traditional sweat-bathing and cold plunge in Lake Hebron year-round. Rest Day Sauna is more than just a place to relax and heal — it's a sanctuary designed with care for our guests and love for the natural beauty of our surroundings.
As part of Maine Craft Weekend, we're excited to open our doors and invite you to experience the warmth and serenity of our hand-made sauna. Enjoy guided tours, meet the makers, and take part in a public sauna session. Whoever you are, Rest Day Sauna offers the perfect place to heal the hurts of what's behind, set intentions for what's ahead, unwind and reconnect with yourself and community.
Come and be a part of this special day — we look forward to welcoming you!
Pop-Up Sale @ Handworks Gallery, Blue Hill, ME
Handworks Gallery Handworks Gallery 48 Main St, Blue Hill, MEA pop-up sale featuring Blue Hill area art and craft. Three local artists will be vending their work at Handworks Gallery in downtown Blue Hill.
Handworks will be open on Saturday, October 5 from 10 to 4 and Sunday, October 6 from 10 to 2.
Tandem Glass Open House + Guest Artist Pop Up!
Tandem Glass 6 Eagle lodge lane, Dresden, MEJoin Tandem Glass and guest artists/vendors as we celebrate Maine Craft Weekend! Enjoy snacks from our wood-fired oven (weather permitting) and the work of:
- Terrill Waldman + Charlie Jenkins of Tandem Glass
- Jon White of Odd Inc.
- Scott & Lisa Cylinder of Chickenscratch Jewelry
- Rose of Dippermouth Sewing & Printing will be in our sweet little cabin
- Barbara Coburn will doing some painting demonstrations. She works in Watercolor and Tempura
- Lisa Jones of Ember Grove
- Manon Whittlesey- painting
- Mary K Spencer of The Potters House
- Hannah Niswonger - Ceramics
- Marpa Nursery will be joining us Sunday
For the latest information about vendors visit: https://www.tandemglass.com/events
Open House at Once In A Blue Moon Studio
Once in a Blue Moon Studio 1298 Main St., Lovell, MEUnique Fiber Art, Painted Clothing, Triangle Loom Weaving Knit and Woven Wear. Come play, paint or weave, take home your own unique piece. Open hours from 10:00 - 4:00 Saturday 12:00 - 4:00 Sunday
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Rising Stars + Mini Makers Market!
Freeport Villiage Station 1 Freeport Village Station, Freeport, MERising Stars & Mini Makers Market!
Saturday, October 5 from 10AM - 6PM and Sunday, October 6 from 10AM-4PM
Location: Freeport Village Station, Suite 350E
Support Maine’s up and coming creators! Shop for products and artwork made exclusively by those 18 years old and under. Visit freeportfallfestival.com for profiles of these Rising Stars & Mini Makers and to learn more about the young people who inspired this new project of Visit Freeport and the Freeport Fall Festival.
Special thanks to Freeport Village Station, Freeport Market, Maine Made and the Maine Craft Associations for their support of this program.
Are you a Rising Star or Mini Maker? There's still time to sign up to sell your work for free in this new market! FMI: https://www.visitfreeport.com/freeport-fall-festival/minimakers
Maine Craft Weekend at Saltwater Artists Gallery New Harbor, Maine
Saltwater Artists Gallery 3056 Bristol Road, New Harbor, MEPlease join us for Maine Craft weekend at Saltwater Artists Gallery in New Harbor, Maine just steps from the Pemaquid Lighthouse! Explore our cooperative gallery with featuring 25+ local AMAZING Artists! Our Gallery is home to many accomplished Artists with a wide variety of mediums from Fiber Arts, Watercolors, Pastels, Glass Art, Wood Turnings, Encaustic , Oil, and Acrylic Paintings, Etchings, Mosaics, Mixed Media, Jewelry as well as Pottery.
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Paint Morning + Fiber Craft-ernoon
McArthur Public Library 270 Main Street, Biddeford, METhe McArthur library welcomes you to a Saturday of crafts!
10:30 - 11:30am:
We will hold a "Paint Morning" in the style of our VERY popular "Paint Nights" - but this time on a Saturday morning! Join us in the community room to create your own masterpiece! Follow along step by step to create a beautiful painting!
Spaces are limited, email jzavala@mcarthurlibrary.org to RSVP
12:30 - 2:30
Join us for a crafternoon - in the style of our fiber arts + knitting group that usually meets on Friday mornings, we wanted to invite all, especially those who may not be able to make it at the usual time, to bring your portable craft -- whether it's knitting, crochet, embroidery or any fiber art, to spend the afternoon with us working on your craft! Beginners are very welcome & a limited number of start-to-knit kits will be available!
Brian Dubina Studio + Gallery: Grand Opening + Open Studio!
Brian Dubina Studio & Gallery 350 Head Tide Rd, Alna, MEJoin us in beautiful Alna (between Wiscasset and Damariscotta) for our official launch! The gently renovated historic barn has a large first floor gallery space featuring original paintings, framed prints, and small works featuring local Maine scenes. In the rest of the barn, see the various workspaces and tools Brian Dubina uses to create his pieces, from oils to acrylics, illustration to printmaking, mixed media, and much more! Visit briandubina.com to see Brian's work and learn about his experience, and come meet the artist (and Jack the Dog) on Saturday from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. as we begin a new adventure! Look for the big (attached) yellow barn, parking available on either side of the building.
Open Studio Demonstrations + Mini Workshops – Maine College of Art + Design
Maine College of Art & Design 522 Congress st, Portland, MEMECA+D Open Studios:
Join working students in their studios for a range of live demonstrations and discussions of their practice, and take part yourself in a beginner level mini workshops to take home a small work of your own. Workshop participants should expect a $10 cash only materials fee, workshops will run throughout the day and last approximately 15 minutes.
Showcasing 18 Craft students within their third year of study in ceramics, fashion and textiles, metalsmithing and jewelry, printmaking and woodworking. Organizers will meet guests in the Congress Street Lobby and direct visitors towards participating studios. Maps will be provided.
Saturday October 5th, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Bonnie Chase Open Art Studio and Historic Barn Gallery
Bonnie Chase Studio 256 Oak Hill Rd, Bar Harbor, MEMixed media artistry, incorporating natural dyes, botanical prints, handmade paints and inks, natural fibers, hand stitching and local found objects. Joining us will be pop-up artists displaying hand forged metal work, turned wooden bowls and unique hand made lamps designed from found and vintage materials. The arts and crafts will be displayed in our historic 1810 barn gallery, working studio and workshop. Demonstrations on solar dying techniques using local plant and garden materials grown on the farm will be on going.
Craft Fair + Exhibition – 49 Oak Student Gallery / Maine College of Art + Design
49 Oak Student Gallery / Maine College of Art & Design 49 Oak St., Portland, MEShowcasing 19 Craft students in their fourth year of study, artisan booths include ceramics, fashion and textiles, metalsmithing and jewelry, printmaking and woodworking. Expected graduates will be present to discuss and present their one-of-a-kind exhibition works, with a selection of production pieces available for purchase. Only cash and credit cards are available for purchases.
Saturday October 5th, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday October 6th, 11:00am - 6:00pm
Open House at Tear Cap Workshops, Hiram, Maine
Tear Cap Workshops 22 Hampshire St, Hiram, MEOpen house, featuring open studios to meet our tenant artisans; blacksmithing, basket making, and woodworking demos; live bluegrass and folk music, barbecue and food from our gardens, potato digging, and children's activities.
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Open Studios
80+ Artists! Explore Open Studios at Running With Scissors Art Studios + Community!
Running With Scissors Artist Studios & Community 250 Anderson St, Portland, MEOn Saturday, October 5, 2024 stop by the studios located at 250 Anderson St, Portland from 12 - 5pm and wander 16,000 square feet of artist work spaces. Explore the life and works of 80+ artists working with diverse mediums, goals, backgrounds, ages, and experiences and watch live demonstrations including printmaking, felting, tiny stone house building, and wheel throwing.
RWS is a multimedia artist space and home to the Clay, Print, and Wood Departments. Our studios are a community where members share equipment, ideas, tools, and support. RWS aims to help artists reach their independent creative goals by providing access to shared equipment, tools, information, and community. Open studios only happen twice a year. Support local artists and learn more about RWS at these family-friendly and free events!
Free Slate Painting at Leapin Lenas
Leapin Lenas 20 Pleasant St, monson, MEPeople can come and paint slate shingles. They can take them home or we can hang them up outside on our building with the ones the hikers have done and they can forever be part of Leapin Lenas.
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oUTSKIRT STUDIO Open House
oUTSKIRT STUDIO 328 Goodwins Mills Road, Lyman, MEOpen house, studio tours and art sale!!
Art on the River – 360 River Road Eliot, Maine
360 River Road 360 River Rd, Eliot, MESmall artist collaboration - local talented artists in a new barn situated on the beautiful Piscataqua River featuring mixed media, oil on canvas and fiber art. Join us this fall for light fare, a beverage and fine art!
Saturday October 5, 2024 12PM-7PM and Sunday October 6, 2024 12PM-6PM
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Artist Talk with Aminata Conteh, Juria Toramae and Kenny Shapiro
Sidle House 20 Bartol Island Rd, Freeport, MEArtists featured in “things we lost in the: The Legacy of St. Amelia’s College of Speculative Timbre" at Sidle House (Oct. 3 - Nov. 1) This talk is from 2-3PM on October 5th.
“things we lost in the:The Legacy of St. Amelia’s College of Speculative Timbre" is a captivating art exhibition set within a unique historical narrative. The guest curator is mid-coast Maine poet, artist and musician Colin Cheney; it opens on October 3 and will be on view through November 1, 2024. This exhibition invites visitors to explore a blend of contemporary artwork and thought-provoking historic artifacts inspired by the fictional St. Amelia’s College of Speculative Timbre. A number of artist talks, musical events, and performances will occur throughout the show’s tenure.
Inspired by works such as Apichatpong Weerasethakul’s Primitive and The Museum of Jurassic Technology, guest curator Cheney creates a superfictional space where reality and fiction complicate each other. The fictional St. Amelia’s College, which was destroyed in a fire in 1996 in rural Vermont, was a sanctuary for artists exploring unconventional art, sound, and ecological studies.
“things we lost in the” features a wide variety of artworks, including paintings, photography, sculpture, and time-based video and sound art. The exhibition highlights the talents of nineteen local and international artists, including Khaila Batts, Rita Bernstein, Jordan Carey, Aminata Conteh, Epiphany Couch, Maung Day, Fadl Fakhouri, Shaina Gates, Dana Guth, Jenny Ibsen, Marcus Jackson, Lokotah Sanborn, Adam Rosenblatt, Kalyn Pavliniç, Martin Pavliniç, Kenny Shapiro, Juria Toramae, Andrew Tosiello and Zizou Zou.
Each artwork will be accompanied by text providing lyric insights into the artist’s vision and their connection to the myth of St. Amelia’s. Additionally, the exhibition includes “artifacts” from the college, such as a disassembled pump organ, burnt timbers, archival files, and scientific apparatuses. While some artifacts will be identified, others will invite visitors to contribute their own stories.
I'm committed to valuing artists time and creative energy. Please help me support our speakers with a suggested donation of $10, all proceeds will go directly to the artists.
Thank you!
- Maddy Vertenten
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Public Art Workshop: Creating String-Light Spheres @ 16 State St
Ellsworths Downtown Makerspace 16 State Street, Ellsworth, MEJoin Amy Reisman for a community workshop where participants will learn to create beautiful spherical sculptures using chicken wire and string lights. These sculptures will be featured in a community art installation in downtown Ellsworth’s Merrill Park for the 2024 holiday season. During the workshop, you'll be guided through the basics of chicken wire sculpting using simple tools and materials. Whether you're an experienced DIY enthusiast or a complete beginner, this workshop welcomes everyone eager to contribute to our community art project. Let's come together to spread holiday cheer through creativity and community spirit!
Materials Provided :
Chicken wire
String lights (LED recommended for energy efficiency)
Zip ties or twist ties
Please Bring:
Wire cutters
Pliers
Safety gloves
Registration: To reserve your workshop spot, visit https://www.heartofellsworth.org/artofellsworth
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Sticker Labels w/ the Fam! (Blaze Brewing Company and Common Roots Studio)
Blaze Brewing Company 28 Pearl Street, Biddeford, MECome design your own brew labels! Bring the whole family out to design your own (Sticker) labels! Blaze will be hosting Common Roots Studio in our space for an art making activity during Maine Craft Weekend! Grab one of our wood fired pizzas, a drink, and spend time with some hands on art making! CRS Owner Nick Blunier will also be exhibiting his "Maine Animal Maps" series at the brewery ! A fun filled Saturday event supporting local art and business!
Open Studio + Cabaret
La Maison d’être 58 Pike St., Biddeford, MEJoin us at La Maison d’être for open studios and a cabaret. House Tour and Open Studio 4-6pm, Cabaret in the Barge (it’s a building, not a boat) starting at 6.
Many folks around town know us as the couple behind the massage practice, Hark House, but did you know we are also artists and craft folk? It's true.
Sean Hasey, painter, sculptor, and printmaker will share his recent work on a Tarot deck, printed t-shirts, and art prints. Chrystina Gastelum, textile artist, will be sharing work on upcycled denim skirts, flowy pants, and a zero-waste design sweatshirt.
The Cabaret will feature YOU! We are inviting friends and neighbors to share a song, poem, skit, dance performance or other talent. Some snacks and drinks available. Feel free to bring something to share or not. Walk or bike if you can. Street parking can be a little tight.
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Steven Moore at The Black Moon Public House on Main Street
The Black Moon Public House 142 Main Street, Ellsworth, MEBlack Moon Public House presents singer-songwriter Steven Moore. Hailing from Los Angeles and currently lost in Maine, Moore is the consummate entertainer who knows how to work the room. He will perform on Saturday, October 5th, from 6-8 pm. NO COVER. FREE PARKING. FAMILY FRIENDLY.
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Zona Höst: An evening of timbral contemplations, vibrant matter, and some slowcore
Sidle House 20 Bartol Island Rd, Freeport, MEZona Höst: An evening of timbral contemplations, vibrant matter, and some slowcore // Featuring Seren, Ron Harrity, Patrick Carey, Mali Obomsawin and Magdalena Abrego, and Sad Bird Band with special guest Lokotah Sanborn. Saturday 10/5 6-8pm **TICKETS REQUIRED**
Note: Zona Höst was an annual “sound feeling” festival held each autumn at St. Amelia’s College of Speculative Timbre from 1923 through the college’s destruction in 1996. $15 suggested donation. Space and parking limited: pre-registration required, ride-sharing encouraged.
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“things we lost in the:The Legacy of St. Amelia’s College of Speculative Timbre" is a captivating art exhibition set within a unique historical narrative. The guest curator is mid-coast Maine poet, artist and musician Colin Cheney; it opens on October 3 and will be on view through November 1, 2024. This exhibition invites visitors to explore a blend of contemporary artwork and thought-provoking historic artifacts inspired by the fictional St. Amelia’s College of Speculative Timbre. A number of artist talks, musical events, and performances will occur throughout the show’s tenure.
Inspired by works such as Apichatpong Weerasethakul’s Primitive and The Museum of Jurassic Technology, guest curator Cheney creates a superfictional space where reality and fiction complicate each other. The fictional St. Amelia’s College, which was destroyed in a fire in 1996 in rural Vermont, was a sanctuary for artists exploring unconventional art, sound, and ecological studies.
“things we lost in the” features a wide variety of artworks, including paintings, photography, sculpture, and time-based video and sound art. The exhibition highlights the talents of nineteen local and international artists, including Khaila Batts, Rita Bernstein, Jordan Carey, Aminata Conteh, Epiphany Couch, Maung Day, Fadl Fakhouri, Shaina Gates, Dana Guth, Jenny Ibsen, Marcus Jackson, Lokotah Sanborn, Adam Rosenblatt, Kalyn Pavliniç, Martin Pavliniç, Kenny Shapiro, Juria Toramae, Andrew Tosiello and Zizou Zou.
Each artwork will be accompanied by text providing lyric insights into the artist’s vision and their connection to the myth of St. Amelia’s. Additionally, the exhibition includes “artifacts” from the college, such as a disassembled pump organ, burnt timbers, archival files, and scientific apparatuses. While some artifacts will be identified, others will invite visitors to contribute their own stories.
Drag Me Downtown @ The Black Moon Public House
The Black Moon Public House 142 Main Street, Ellsworth, MELet us drag you downtown for a night to remember! Cocktails, dinner, friends, and of course Drag! Hostess Lucy Ho and her performers are here to slay as they sing, dance, and gyrate to upbeat pop and soulful ballads.
Get ready to laugh and cheer while you join in on the experience! This event is 21+ and has NO COVER CHARGE!
Come meet the best queens on the planet! ✨Izzy Lovelace ✨Rez Bone ✨Jen D’abenda ✨Lucy Ho
Saturday , October 5 at 8 pm.
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Eclipse: A Night Of Dark Dance Music. Monthly Goth Night. Annual Halloween Gala.
Sacred Profane Brewery 50 Washington St, Biddeford, ME*-midnight- come dance your hearts out with Briar & Bone, Color Sound Oblivion and guest vendors and djs. Dress to impress at our Goth Night- Halloween Edition
Studio Tour @ Antje Roitzsch
Antje Roitzsch Studio 310 Youngtown Road, Lincolnville, MEHave you ever wondered how a mobile gets to balance? During this open studio, you will get the chance to see works in progress and you can witness the magic of sculptures taking to the air, balancing and moving.
Additionally, walk through the garden display and enjoy the artwork on the open porches. Dynamically moving sculptures need to be seen in person, no photo will give justice to the magic. Enjoy this chance to see mobiles as well as a line of jewelry and belt buckles in different sizes and materials. I look forward to meeting you.
- Antje
MOUNTAINESS HANDMADE
Moutainess Handmade 139 Baker Rd, Albany Township, MEMy little home studio has been creating soap, balms, deodorants, and soy candles for 11 years with local and home grown ingredients. Mountainess Studio has shared our artisan skin care through the bethel farmers market, maine specialty food and gift shops, and craft shows. i am thrilled to Open the Studio for Maine craft weekend and share the space i create in!
Bath Maker’s Market
Historic Bath Customs House 1 front street, BathJoin artisans from this region for the fourth annual Maker’s Market in front of the Historic Bath Custom House on Sunday, October 6th from 11-3 pm. Hand sewn leather bags, paintings, pottery, handwoven textiles, artisan soap, and more. Come enjoy the music and treats and get some early holiday shopping done. Afterward, stroll down to the waterfront park or enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants in town. Family and dog friendly! October 6th from 11-3 pm, across the street from Now You’re Cooking and Markings Gallery in Bath.
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Cardamom-Ginger Ghee Making Demonstration at the Conscious Cafe
Conscious Cafe 50 Church Street, Ellsworth, MEJoin Chef Jesse Steiger as he clarifies butter and turns it into ghee. Ghee is a type of clarified butter originating from India. The milk solids are removed, meaning ghee has less lactose than butter. Traditionally, ghee has been used as cooking oil, an ingredient in dishes, and in Ayurveda therapies. Infusing herbs into the ghee, such as ginger and cardamom, is the best way to acquire the healing benefits of those herbs.
After the demonstration, participants are welcome to buy some ghee and take it home in their kitchens. Chef Steiger will share more about the health benefits of ghee and how he uses it in his own recipes. Space is limited and on a first-come, first-serve basis.
The demonstration will begin at 4:00 PM and end at 5:00 PM.