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May 30 - June 14, 2008 |
Arts & Leisure
COMEDY TONIGHT! Don't miss Paula Poundstone at Jonathan's Restaurant in Ogunquit on Friday and Saturday, July 4 and 5, back for her third consecutive year. This comedy legend will perform at 9 p.m. on both evenings, and tickets are $32.50, plus $10 Show Credit for dessert or beverages. Tickets are going fast, and are available online 24 hours a day at www.jonathansrestaurant.com. Jonathan's is located at 92 Bourne Lane in Ogunquit. For more, call 646-4777.
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MONSTER MIKE WELCH AT THE INN. On May 31, treat yourself to an evening at Inn on the Blues in York Beach with the man who has been described as "one of the East Coast's best-loved Blues guitarists" - Monster Mike Welch. The show begins at 9:30 p.m. and cover is $6. According to his website, Welch was given the nickname "Monster Mike" by "Blues Brother" Dan Aykroyd at the opening of the first House of Blues club. He has toured North America and Europe his media credits include "Entertainment Tonight," "CNN" and "NPR." Recent years have found him dividing his time between guest stints on CDs and his own work in the European Blues scene. For more, stop by Inn on the Blues on Saturday, May 31, or visit www.monstermikewelch.com.
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The Arts Scene
Trinity Chapel celebrates its first century
In June of 1908, the cornerstone of Trinity Episcopal Church, marking the beginning of what would become a summer destination for the faithful for generations to come.Enjoy an evening of dinner and dialogue with the incomparable Sally Struthers
Are you a fan of great theatre, great food and great conversation?14th Annual Chamber Music Festival coming in June
Fans of the finest in chamber music ensembles will want to make sure they are in town from June 12 through 15 for the 14th Annual Chamber Music Festival, sponsored by Ogunquit Performing Arts."The Sketchbooks of John Samuel Blunt"
Last year, in conjunction with an exhibition of art by Portsmouth-born John Samuel Blunt (1798-1835), the Portsmouth Athenaeum published a beautifully illustrated art book, "The Sketchbooks of John Samuel Blunt," a copy of which is in the Old York Historical Society's library.What's New at Old York
Folk Art Exhibit celebrates Old York Remick Barn opening: A new name, a new logo, a new building, a new exhibit and old questions
Let's start with the parent organization's name change.A review of Folk Art in Maine
Ten Maine museums are participating in an interesting 2008 event, namely simultaneous exhibitions of some of the best folk art objects from their collections - including many works rarely on view, some never previously exhibited.A conversation with Old York Director Scott Stevens
In a chat with Museums of Old York Executive Director Scott Stevens, he reported that he and Charlie Burden, one of the organizers of the ongoing Maine Folk Art Trail, had been talking about what would be the first exhibit in the new Remick Barn.Students gain practical experience at the Museums of Old York
The Education and Curatorial Departments have been particularly busy over the past several weeks as the museum prepares to open for its 108th season.Coming events at Old York
The 2008 season gets underway at the Museums of Old York.Library Happenings
Upcoming events at the York Public Library
From poetry to memoirs to artwork, there is plenty to do, see and read at the York Public Library.Items needed now for York Public Library Annual Summer Book Sale
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