June 13 - June 26, 2008
Article Image FANTASTIC FIDDLERS. Ogunquit Performing Arts recently announced the winners of the Eighth Annual Ogunquit Fiddlers' Contest. Pictured here, from left, is OPA Vice Chairman Pat Mason presenting certificates to this year's winners, James Francis of Mansfield, Conn., with Third Prize; Hannah Rodrigue of Lewiston with First Prize, and Colleen Perry of Nashville, Tenn., with Second Prize. The prizes were donated by Ogunquit Rotary, $400 First Prize; Life Family Chiropractic Center, $300 Second Prize, and Ogunquit Insurance, $200 Third Prize. Additionally, the audience and performers were entertained by performers from The Radio Gang, Herman McGee, Mac McHale, Sally Roc and John Roc, at the Dunaway Center in Ogunquit.
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The Arts Scene

Kimball premiere coming to the York Public Library stage June 17
Fans of Michael Kimball's thought-provoking, funny and often heartbreaking plays will not want to miss a special chance to be among the first to see his latest work.

Splendid “Fiddler on the Roof” production at Ogunquit Playhouse
Now, over 40 years after it stunned Broadway audiences (I saw the original production in 1965 at the Imperial Theatre) and turned what was predicted to be a limited-run New York City musical into one of the great classics of American musical theatre, it still captivates.

York artist’s work selected for international exhibition
"Signs of Spring" by Leslie Doherty has been chosen for the Ninth International Juried Exhibition.

Don’t miss “High School Musical” at the Ogunquit Playhouse
The Ogunquit Playhouse is gearing up to present an all new stage production based on the smash hit Disney Channel original movie, "High School Musical," for special weekend matinees once each month beginning June 14.

Jazz Brunch at the Gov. John Langdon House
Welcome summer on June 22 with music and more in the Langdon House Garden.

New England premiere of “Breaking Up is Hard to Do” opens June 25
The Ogunquit Playhouse will present the New England premiere of the new rock n' roll musical featuring the music of legendary artist Neil Sedaka, "Breaking Up is Hard to Do."

The Taste of York County set for June 19
For local foods at their finest, be a part of the "Taste of York County" barbeque and picnic at the Spiller Family Farm in Wells.

Summer entertainment abounds
From comedy to music to hypnotism, the season of summer entertainment at Jonathan's is just beginning.

Upcoming event celebrates local Irish dancing champions
The Bremer School of Irish Dance will host a fundraiser, the Sunset Ceili, on June 21 at the Blythswood Estate in Swampscott, Mass., to help 26 dancers from the school attend the North American Irish Dance Championships in Nashville, Tenn., in July.

Visit the real Snowshoe Rock on June 14
The Year of the Owl Celebration's next event in this year-long outing series will be "The Real Snowshoe Rock" for a look at York history.

Remembering George Garrett, June 11, 1929 — May 26, 2008
"I'm the best known least read writer I know of," George Garrett once said to me.

What's New at Old York

The Perkins Indian — folk art or not?
These days, Cigar Store Indians, like the one that traditionally overlooks the York River at the Elizabeth Perkins house, are popular collector's items.

Coming events at Old York
From art to artifacts to activities, there is plenty to do at the Museums of Old York.

Work underway at Museums of Old York 2008 Decorator Show House
The Museums of Old York will present its 19th Annual Decorator Show House at "The Ledges," located at 36 Pocahontas Road in Kittery Point, beginning in July.

Library Happenings

Upcoming events at the York Public Library
Get inside and out of the heat with plenty to read and do at the York Public Library.

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