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ART, EXHIBITS, MUSIC, THEATREThe Art of Icon Painting, a three-day workshop, is being offered by Marina Nazarova Forbes at York's D'Alessandro Fine Art Gallery on Sept. 11, 13 and 15 from 9 a.m. until noon. The cost for this hands-on workshop is $175 plus materials. The workshop will focus on the creation of Russian icons and includes a demonstration of traditional materials and methods. FMI: contact Marina Nazarova Forbes directly at (603) 332-2255 or via e-mail at marina@anylanguage.org.
The Figure in American Painting And Drawing at the Ogunquit Museum of American Art through Oct. 31. This exhibition will examine the diverse styles and perspectives that have appeared in American figurative painting and drawing during the past two decades. Includes works by such artists as Sigmund Abeles, William Bailey, Paul Cadmus, William Bailey, Katherine Doyle, Janet Fish, Mark Greenwold, Red Grooms, DeWitt Hardy, Anne Harris, Steve Hawley, Jack Levine, David Kapp, Hughie Lee-Smith, Philip Pearlstein, and Lincoln Perry. Open Monday through Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 2 to 5 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and $3 for students. Members and children under 12 are admitted free. FMI: 646-4909 or www.ogunquitmuseum.org.
Heartwood College of Art presents "Speak to the Color" Exhibition from Aug. 30 through Oct. 6 with an opening reception on Aug. 30 at 4:30 p.m. Faculty members whose work will be represented in "Speak to the Color" include Stuart Nudelman, Carl Schmalz, Anne Stanley, Stuart Scott Tubby, and Wade Zahares and visitors to the show will view works in acrylic, watercolor, photography, ceramics, jewelry, glass and other media. Heartwood is located at 123 York Street, Route 1 South in Kennebunk. FMI: 985-0985 or e-mail hca@heartwoodcollegeofart.org.
"Impressions of York" at the York Art Association through Sept. 17, Route 1A, York Harbor.
"Menopause the Musical," at the Ogunquit Playhouse, Route 1, Ogunquit. Aug. 28 through Sept. 17. Raucous celebration of women who are on the brink of, in the middle of, or have survived "The Change." The joyful musical parody of 25 re-lyricized classic baby boomer hits, features such chart-toppers as I Heard It Thru the Grapevine; You No Longer See 39, and the disco favorite Stayin' Awake! Stayin' Awake! Men and women of all ages will be dancing in the aisles. Monday through Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 8:30 p.m., and matinees Wednesday and Thursday at 2:30 p.m. Ticket prices range from $36-$46. FMI: www.ogunquitplayhouse.org or call the box office 646-5511.
The Portland Conservatory of Music's Fall Registration Open Houses are set for Aug. 26 and Sept. 1. People of all ages are invited to tour the teaching studios, listen to live music and find out more about autumn offerings, including Royal American Conservatory of Music pedagogy, children's music programs, jazz, rock, cello, vocal, strings, Suzuki study, music theory and more. The conservatory includes 34 faculty members teaching 17 different instruments and voice. FMI: 775-3356.
The Prints of Peggy Bacon at the Ogunquit Museum of American Art through Oct. 31. Margaret Frances (Peggy) Bacon (1895-1987) received The Gold Medal for Graphic Art from the American Academy and Institute of Arts and Letters. Bacon's works are represented in numerous public collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art, the National Portrait Gallery, the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the OMAA. Open Monday through Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 2 to 5 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors and $3 for students. Members and children under 12 are admitted free. FMI: 646-4909 or www.ogunquitmuseum.org.
"Real, Reproduction or Outright Fake" at the Old York Historical Society through Oct. 8. Not everything is what it appears to be, especially in the world of antiques and museum collections. What does a museum curator or collector look for to determine if a piece is real, reproduction or fake? A season-long exhibit in the Long Parlor Gallery of Old York's Emerson-Wilcox House will show examples of furniture, glass, ceramics, textiles and other decorative arts that will both test and inform the visitor about what to look for to determine authenticity and value. Hours: Monday through Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. FMI: www.oldyork.org.
Seacoast Community Chorus is accepting new members. Rehearsals begin Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the First Parish Church's Fellowship Hall. Conducted by Wendell Purrington, this non-auditioned, mixed-voice chorus attracts singers from Seacoast N.H. and Maine. The January 2007 concert will feature music by Handel and Vaughn Williams. New members accepted thru September. FMI: contact Dana at (603) 828-5032 or Barbara at 363-5833.
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
The American Holistic Nurses Association will host its fall kickoff meeting will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 5, from 7 to 9 p.m. at The Candleshop Inn in York Beach. The meetings are open to all who share an interest in learning how to care for themselves and others. AHNA was founded in 1990 and is geared toward helping nurses learn to heal themselves, so that they may better serve their patients. Networking meetings take place on the first Tuesday of each month. This first meeting of the fall season will begin with a potluck at 7 p.m. FMI: contact Barbara Sheff at 363-4087 or by email bsheffrn@aol.com.
The Gateway Farmer's Market, held in the parking lot at the Greater York Region Chamber of Commerce Visitor's Center on Route One in York, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Oct. 7. Local farmers and specialty food producers will sell their fresh fruit, vegetables, pies, breads and more.
Home Schooling Club meets Fridays in August at York Harbor Beach for fun in the sun. Bring your own beach supplies and food, come early because parking is limited to permits only in the lower lot and two hours on the street. September events, also on Fridays beginning Sept. 8, include a guided tour of Mount Agamenticus, a visit to the York Public Library for Let's Play Games, a trip to the York Beach Playground for outside fun and a visit at the Center for Wildlife. To sign up or FMI: Call Janalee at 361-2116.
St. Aspinquid Lodge Flea Market, 101 Long Sands Road, York, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturdays through September. Both outside and undercover table rentals. FMI: 363-4817.
York Lions Club meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month at the Grant House, Route 1, York, at 7 p.m. and all are welcome. FMI: 363-7382.
ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
1, 2, 3 Play at the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line is a program for children three and under from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursdays. This is a hands-on, active age and so is this group. FMI: 451-9291 or www.connectingfamiliestogether.org
Daddy and Me. This dynamic, monthly program beginning Sept. 13 is held exclusively for fathers with young children ages birth to eight years the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line Please call the center by the first of each month to register for this unique program. FMI: 451-9291 or www.connectingfamiliestogether.org
Foot-care Tips for Diabetic Feet, offered by SMMC Visiting Nurses, is an informative talk on taking care of your feet as a diabetic and how diabetic shoes can help. Those attending will learn how this chronic disease affects the feet and gain some useful tips for proper foot care. Laurie Doran, a certified shoe fitter, will demonstrate how custom-molded insoles are made and explain the health benefits of properly fitted diabetic shoes. In addition to a chance to see many different styles of diabetic shoes, participants will receive a resource list. Many diabetics are not aware that health insurance plans and Medicare may annually cover the cost of one pair of diabetic shoes, up to four shoe inserts and a professional foot exam. The talk is scheduled for Sept. 20 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Center for Seniors-Lower Village in Kennebunk and for Sept. 25 from 7 to 8 p.m. at SMMC Visiting Nurses Office in Kennebunk. All are welcome. FMI: call Jen Courtois at 283-7689.
Heartwood College of Art is now accepting students for Fall Community Art Classes. The first of two sessions offered begins Sept. 13 and runs for seven weeks. A wide range of classes with outstanding artist instructors are offered, including Watercolor, Instructional Photography, Jewelry & Metalsmithing, Wheel-throwing, Pastel, Glass Beads, Drawing, Raku and Floral Watercolor. FMI or to enroll, call Heartwood College of Art at 985-0985 or visit www.heartwoodcollegeofart.org.
Holiday Art. Create your own ornaments and gifts for someone special at the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line l. Registration begins Nov. 29. FMI: 451-9291 or www.connectingfamiliestogether.org
Math Fun. Discover new ways to incorporate math skills into everyday play and cooking at the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line. Registration begins this fall. FMI: 451-9291 or www.connectingfamiliestogether.org.
Messy Art at the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line will be offered on Thursdays in two sessions, Sept. 14 through Oct. 19 and Nov. 2 through Dec. 14. Messy Art is a six-week series for parents and their children to participate in the creative process together. Registration is required. FMI: 451-9291 or www.connectingfamiliestogether.org
Parent and Child Together Series at the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line offers many family favorites including Creative Art for ages three and under and Sing, Wiggle & Giggle, which combines all the favorites from creative movement and family music in a new, interactive and fun program. FMI on registration, scholarships and prices, call the Family Resource Center at 451-9291 or visit www.connectingfamiliestogether.org.
Play and Grow. This free multi-age playgroup meets on Tuesdays from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line. This program engages both the parent and the child in an age-appropriate activity to promote the child's development, parent support and parent networking. FMI: 451-9291 or www.connectingfamiliestogether.org.
Spanish class to begin in September. An introductory course for those who know little or no Spanish, basic skills in reading, speaking and understanding. Free, no fees or charges. Class size is limited to 20 participants, so register ASAP. Classes will meet in York one night per week, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. FMI: facultyspanish@aol.com or The Homestead, Attn: Spanish, PO Box 15, York Beach, ME 03910-0015 (please include SASE).
Talk-A Bye Baby at the Family Resource Center on Route 1 at the York-Kittery town line meets Wednesdays for parents with babies up to one year old that meets from 11:30a.m to 1 p.m. FMI: 451-9291 or www.connectingfamiliestogether.org
York Hospital's Heart Health Institute offers a long-term weight management program that concentrates on permanent lifestyle changes instead of "dieting". Meeting for 10 weeks from 6-7:30 p.m., beginning Sept. 14, the cost is $129. Weekly classes include a supervised exercise session at the fitness center focusing on individual nutrition needs, stress management and fitness requirements. Some insurance companies reimburse for successful completion of the program. Sign up early, call 351-3700 to register.
EVENTS
Old York Garden Club Standard Flower Show presents a standard flower show, "A Tribute to Maine Authors," at the York Public Library on Sept. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 16 from 10 a.m. to noon. There are three divisions; the first based on design, the second on horticulture and the third a special exhibits category. All entries will be juried. The show is open to the public and admission is free. FMI: call Rosemarie Glynn at 363-2787.
Women's Holistic Retreat set for Sept. 15 through 17 at the Candleshop Inn in York Beach. The retreat includes four home-cooked gourmet meals prepared by innkeeper Barbara Sheff, RN, HNC, and her staff, as well as the chance to try aromatherapy, yoga, meditation, chanting, drumming and a 50-minute session in Reiki, integrative imagery, hypnotherapy or preparation for surgery with a trained practitioner. For registration and more information on the retreat, contact Babs Vitale at (508) 695-3940 or babsvitale@comcast.net or Gail Boudin at 882-7972. For lodging packages and prices contact Barbara Sheff at (888) 363-4087 or visit www.candleshopinn.com.
St. George's Episcopal Church will celebrate a special U2charist at 5 p.m. on Sept. 17 in response to the movement to Make Poverty History. U2charist will feature U2 hits including "Where the Streets Have No Name," "Yahweh," "Love and Peace (or Else)," "Pride (In the Name of Love)" and "Gloria."
EXCURSIONS
Mohegan Sun Casino Trip. Through the Wells-Ogunquit Center at Moody. Departs 8 a.m. on Sept. 26 Wells Transportation Center, Route 109. Space is limited, contact WOCAM 646-7775 for reservations ASAP. Trip to benefit WOCAM. Tickets $35, includes bus trip, $30 gambling, and buffet lunch ($40 value). Arrives in Wells 7:30 p.m.
The 106th Annual Meeting of the Francis Wyman Association at the Historical Society of Cheshire County, Keene, N.H. will be held Sept. 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wyman descendants from across New England are welcome. There will be tours of the Wyman Tavern Museum, a luncheon, meeting and historical program. FMI or to reserve a space for lunch: e-mail Ginny Mucciaccio at ginny.mucc@verizon.net or visit www.wyman.org.
PUBLIC MEALS
Coffee Shop at the Wells-Ogunquit Senior Center is open Monday through Friday, 9 to 11 a.m., serving regular or decaf coffee, pastries, Congdon's and Dunkin' Donuts, and their own blueberry muffins for $1.50. Thursday's Coffee Club occasionally has a guest speaker.
St. Aspinquid Lodge Public Supper at 5 p.m., 101 Long Sands Road, York, Saturdays through September. Tickets available at the lodge every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Prices and menus will vary. FMI: 363-4817.
SUPPORT
The York Hospital Breast Cancer Survivor Group, which meets the third Monday of the month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Ellis Conference Room at York Hospital, welcomes new members. Women who attend survivor groups cope better, heal more quickly and live longer. New members, whether or not their treatment was at York Hospital, are invited to come to the meetings and be with women who share their story. Friends are welcome too. During these meetings the members share information, coping tips and strategies, explore complimentary therapies, hear guest speakers, support each other, experience sisterhood, plan the Annual Walk for Hope and celebrate living.
WORSHIP SERVICES
Baha'I Faith Sunday morning devotional meetings and fellowship. FMI: 363-4591 or 361-1722.
Cape Neddick Baptist Sunday School 9 a.m. for all ages, 10:15 a.m. worship service and Junior Church, nursery for toddlers. Tuesday, Women's Home Bible Study 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday Evening Prayer Service at 7 p.m. FMI: 363-3566 or www.cape-neddick-baptist.org.
First Parish Congregational Worship services and church school at 9 a.m. through August. Childcare provided. FMI: 363-3758 or www.firstparishyork.org.
Ogunquit Baptist Sunday service 10:30 a.m. FMI: 646-2160.
St. Christopher's by the Sea Masses on Saturday at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. FMI: Rose Cronin at 363-4177 and leave name and number for a return call.
St. George's Episcopal Summer schedule through Sept. 3 is Sunday 7:45 a.m. Holy Eucharist and 9 a.m. Family Eucharist at St. George's. Sunday 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist is at Trinity Church in York Harbor. Tuesday 9:15 a.m. Morning Prayer and Thursday 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist w/healing at St. George's. FMI about St. George's, call 363-7376 or visit www.stgeorgesyorkharbor.org or about Trinity Episcopal Church, call 363-5095.
Union Congregational Church Weekly worship services will be 9 a.m. through the Labor Day weekend. FMI: 363-4821. The services will include full content with the presentation of regularly scheduled sacraments, and the participation of the full church choir. The church is expanding its music presence in the community through a group choral effort. Brandy Irish, director of music, is opening the opportunity of ecumenical participation to vocalists throughout the area and is seeking voices of all experience levels to join the choral group in singing a diverse repertoire of music types. Rehearsals are held Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. at the church. FMI: 752-7280 or come to a rehearsal.
United Methodist of York/Ogunquit Worship and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m., fellowship and coffee hour follow the service, nursery provided during the service. FMI: 363-2749.
York Street Baptist Sunday Worship Service at 9 a.m., Fellowship Time (in gym) 10:30 a.m., Sunday School (all ages) 10:45 a.m., Evening Service 6 p.m. AWANA Youth Program at 5 p.m., October through April. FMI: 363-2177.
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