Tag: Summer

Summer: Looking for an evening out with friends or that special someone? The Maine State Musical Theater has been entertaining visitors for close to 50 years summer after summer. Located in the heart of Brunswick, Pickard Theater comes alive with a four show season of mini-broadway performances. Audiences have been delighted with performances such as “Cats”, “Miss Saigon” and “Smokey Joe’s Cafe”.The air conditioning will keep you cool as you lose yourself in these resident stock professioal performances. The Maine State Music Theater is the second largest performing arts organization in the state with a national reputation of quality performances. Whether it’s a matinee or evening show, you don’t want to miss this gem in the heart of the Mid-Coast.

Summer: Nothing beats sitting in Rockland’s Harbor Park on a warm day in July listening to some of the best blues music live. Picturesque harbor scenes are the background for one of the most prestigious music festivals on the East Coast. The North American Blues Festival is a two day outdoor concert jammed packed with great music, great food and great surroundings.The festival offers a “Club Crawl” to those over 21. Attendees get special bracelets which allow them access to the many clubs featuring many nationally recognized acts as well as new-comers. The Maine Eastern Railroad runs a specially scheduled “Blues Train” for those who want to avoid the delays Route 1 traffic. The train delivers festival goers one block from Harbor Park’s gates. Food, beer and wine service is available for train riders and tickets for the festival are combined with your train ticket.So if you are feeling the blues or just want a couple of days of great entertainment, do not miss the North American Blues Festival this July!

Summer: Do you ever dream of just getting away from it all? You know, the buzz of everyday life. Well if you are in search of some real rest and relaxation, Monhegan Island may be just what you are looking for. Situated 10 miles off the mainland this island is home to a community filled with fishermen, artist, poets, beautiful scenery, a working lighthouse and locals that have lived there for generations.Don’t have your own boat? Getting there by ferry is an option. There are boats departing from Boothbay, New Harbor and Port Clyde daily. Visitors are greeted by a picturesque rocky coastline, harbor seals basking in the sunshine and whales making their way through the cold Atlantic waters. Once on the island the scenery is out of picture books. Lush floral and fauna contrasted by weathered shingled houses with a backdrop of the dark blue waters of the ocean. The village has a school house and library as well as shops which offers local artisans goods up for sale. Plan to spend the night at the Island Inn, a beautiful turn of the century inn overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The Inn’s staff will pick you up right at the Ferry Terminal and have you checked in and sitting on their porch just in time to catch the most amazing sunset you will ever see.With plenty of coves and hiking trails you’ll want to make sure you pack the right shoes. The island is casual and bringing a sweater and rain gear during the summer months is a good idea. If you plan on going on a day excursion the Inn’s dining room will even pack you a lunch to take with you.Monhegan Island is a beautiful escape alone or for the whole family. If you are looking for a way to get away from it all, this just may destination you have been looking for.

Summer: Looking for an authentic way to enjoy a Maine lobster? How about a traditional style New England clambake? A trip to the shore will help you gather all the materials you will need. First, start by collecting some sea water and seaweed. You need to keep the seaweed fresh so a large container to hold both items will work perfectly. Next you need to gather smooth, rounded stones which will be used to distribute the heat of the fire evenly to ensure the perfect temperature for cooking your fare.Once you have gathered all your items start by digging a fire pit. Place your stones in the center of your wood fire and let the fire burn until the coals and stones are glowing hot. Next a layer of seaweed should be placed over the stones followed by your lobsters, clams and mussels. Place another layer of seaweed and add your corn on the cob, potatoes and any other root vegetables you want to enjoy. Followed by a final layer of seaweed. You need a covering which can consist of a piece of canvas or burlap sacks used for potatoes. Dump the sea water over your covering to ensure it is dreached. This will provide the steam needed to cook your food. Allow for several of hours of cook time to ensure the food is cooked to perfection. Remove the covering and seaweed and viola! fresh seafood cooked right in your back yard or even on the beach.If this sounds like too much you may want to make a trip to Boothbay and catch the Argo (ferry boat) to Cabbage Island Clambakes where old fashion clambakes have been enjoyed by visitors for over 50 years. Either way, this is a geat “To Do” that your whole family will enjoy!

Summer: Friends are coming from out of town and you are racking your brain trying to think of something to do…Freeport! With a plethora of shopping outlets you definitely could entertain them for hours but, you want to try something a little different. It’s a beautiful day and you want to enjoy the outdoors then why not stop by Wolfe’s Neck State Park. This park is located right on Casco Bay with a wide variety of various level walking and hiking trails. The natural beauty of the coastline and the wildlife is perfect. They have a picnicing facility if you decide to pack a lunch and benches strategically placed to enjoy views of the bay and the osprey of course.Another great spot in Freeport is Winslow Park especially if you have children with you. The park is a privately owned park which offers camping, picnicing, and a beach area. Next to the beach there is a small boat launch so if you have kayaks make sure to bring them along. In the center of the park, there is a great playground area for the kids, a volley ball pit and wonderful views of Casco Bay from every angle that you lookNo matter which you decide to do, your friends will be thanking you in the end for showing them another side of Freeport.