2008
February 9 & 10 — Romantic Dinner for Two Cooking Class
1–3 pm, Hartstone Inn, 41 Elm St.
Join Chef Michael in his kitchen for a cooking class weekend, covering a wide range of topics from regional and ethnic cuisine's, to seasonal and holiday offerings. Classes are informative, entertaining, and of course, filled with delicious food. Weekend packages are $325/$485 and include two nights lodging, breakfast each morning, afternoon cookies and tea, a gourmet candlelit dinner for two, and enrollment for one in the cooking class. Additional enrollment in the cooking class is $45 per person. Classes are held on Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00 - 3:00 in the afternoon. Click here to read more about our cooking classes.
February 9 - Bay Chamber Concerts - Performaning Arts Series - Libana - 7:30 PM Camden Opera House
Back by popular demand! The seven women who make up Libana perform an eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary world music. In addition to their a cappella singing, they play an array of instruments including double bass, clarinet, dumbek, accordion, oud, charango, hammered dulcimer, and conga.
Visit Libana's website.
For more information:
February 16 - Designing Continuoulsy-Blooming Perennial Gardens - Merryspring Gardens
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. This workshop, led by local garden designer Lee Schneller, is for gardeners of all levels. Cost is $35 for Merryspring members; $40 for non-members, and includes materials and handouts. Pre-registration required and space is limited. Please bring a bag lunch and the measurements for a garden bed to work on. Merryspring Horticultural Park (207) 236-2239; www.merryspring.org
March 1 & 2 — “Maine Seafood ” Cooking Class
Join Chef Michael in his kitchen at the Hartstone Inn for a Maine Seafood cooking class. Dishes include: Annatto Grilled Shrimp, Maine Lobster Bisque, Plantain Crusted Halibut and Maine Shellfish Terrine. Classes are informative, entertaining, and of course, filled with delicious food. Weekend packages are $325/$485 and include two nights lodging, breakfast each morning, afternoon cookies and tea, a gourmet candlelit dinner for two, and enrollment for one in the cooking class. Additional enrollment into the cooking class is $45 per person. Classes are held on Saturdays or Sundays from 1-3 in the afternoon. Click here to read more about our cooking classes.
March 22 & 23 — “Caribbean Cuisine ” Cooking Class
Join Chef Michael in his kitchen at the Hartstone Inn while he prepares some of the dishes he picked up while working in the Caribbean. Dishes include: Caribbean Papaya-Kahlua Colada, Batakons and Plantain Chips, Caribbean Hot Sauces, Scabechi, Keshi Yena and Jerk Seared Tuna. Classes are informative, entertaining, and of course, filled with delicious food. Weekend packages are $325/$485 and include two nights lodging, breakfast each morning, afternoon cookies and tea, a gourmet candlelit dinner for two, and enrollment for one in the cooking class. Additional enrollment into the cooking class is $45 per person. Classes are held on Saturdays or Sundays from 1-3 in the afternoon. Click here to read more about our cooking classes.
March 29 - Bay Chamber Concerts - Performaning Arts Series - Anne-Marie McDermott - 2:30 PM Rockport Opera House McDermott is the 1995 winner of the Andrew Wolf Chamber Music Award, and is a regular with the Lincoln Center Chamber Music Society. Since winning the Wolf Award, she's gone on to perform at some of the most prestigious venues around the world. Her program will include a Haydn sonata, Bach's Chaconne and Schubert's great last piano sonata.
For more information:
April 5 & 6 — “Pasta, Pasta, Pasta ” Cooking Class
Join Chef Michael in his kitchen at the Hartstone Inn as he makes pasta dough, rolls out and shapes the dough and creates mouth watering dishes with the finished pasta. Classes are informative, entertaining, and of course, filled with delicious food. Weekend packages are $325/$485 and include two nights lodging, breakfast each morning, afternoon cookies and tea, a gourmet candlelit dinner for two, and enrollment for one in the cooking class. Additional enrollment into the cooking class is $45 per person. Classes are held on Saturdays or Sundays from 1-3 in the afternoon. Click here to read more about our cooking classes.
April 27 - Bay Chamber Concerts - Performaning Arts Series - Imani Winds - 2:30 PM The Strand Theatre
Grammy-nominated Imani Winds has worked to create a new genre - "urban classical music." It is a wind quintet (flute, oboe, clarinet, French horn, bassoon) comprised of African-American and Latino musicians who combine their rich cultural background with the classical tradition.
Visit Imani Winds' website.
For more information:
May 3 & 4 — “Thai Cuisine, Simplified ” Cooking Class
Join Chef Michael in his kitchen at the Hartstone Inn for a cooking class devoted to simplifying Thai cuisine at home. Dishes will include: Thai Beef Salad, Coconut Mussel Soup, Spicy Cucumer Salad, Thai Noodles with Chicken and Roasted Duckling with Red Curry and Pineapple. Classes are informative, entertaining, and of course, filled with delicious food. Weekend packages are $325/$485 and include two nights lodging, breakfast each morning, afternoon cookies and tea, a gourmet candlelit dinner for two, and enrollment for one in the cooking class. Additional enrollment in the cooking class is $45 per person. Classes are held on Saturdays or Sundays from 1:00 - 3:00 in the afternoon. Click here to read more about our cooking classes.
May 16-18 — Warbler Weekend - Merryspring Garden
Sponsored by Merryspring and Coastal Mountains Land Trust. A talk and slide presentation Friday evening followed by a bird walk Saturday at Merryspring and Sunday at Ducktrap. Merryspring Horticultural Park (207) 236-2239; www.merryspring.org
May 17 — Merryspring's Annual Plant Sale
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the park featuring perennials, herbs, rosemaries, various used tools and equipment, divisions from Merryspring's own gardens as well as from other local gardens. Members have the advantage of buying early at "Members Only" night on Friday, May 16th, from 4 – 6 p.m. Merryspring Horticultural Park (207) 236-2239; www.merryspring.org
May 19 — Bay Chamber Concerts - Performaning Arts Series - Tito Puente Jr. Orchestra
The Glenn Miller Orchestra Saturday, May 17, 2008 7:00 PM Owls Head Transportation Museum
Last year's dance party was such a hit that we've decided to bring it back again! Everyone knows and loves the music of Glenn Miller, the seminal Big Band leader. We'll have food, a dance lesson and lots of energy on the dance floor among the cars and planes of the Owls Head Transportation Museum. General admission, dancing encouraged!For more information:
June - Bay Chamber Concerts – Summer Musical Festival – TBD
For more information, contact: Bay Chamber Concerts - Phone:(207)236-2823 - Email: info@baychamberconcerts.org - Web: www.baychamberconcerts.org
June 14 - Lupine Day at Merryspring Gardens
Following the unveiling of 2008's crop of lupine seeds, a talk, demonstration, and slide presentation about lupine varieties and their culture to help participants establish lupine in their own home landscape. There will be lupine seedlings available for purchase, along with wildflower guide books, ash baskets, and other garden-related merchandise. Merryspring volunteers will also provide lupine activities for children. Merryspring Horticultural Park (207) 236-2239; www.merryspring.org
July - Bay Chamber Concerts – Summer Musical Festival – TBD
For more information, contact: Bay Chamber Concerts - Phone:(207)236-2823 - Email: info@baychamberconcerts.org - Web: www.baychamberconcerts.org
July 17- 61st Annual House & Garden Tour Day
An annual tour of homes and gardens in the Camden-Rockport area sponsored by the Camden Garden Club, the oldest garden club in Maine. Camden Garden Club (207) 236-7045; cgc07@aol.com
July 19 & 20 - HarborArts "Arts & Crafts Show"
Over 100 artists and craftspeople display and sell their work amidst the spectacular scenery of Camden in this 31st Annual Show. CRL Chamber of Commerce (207) 236-4404; www.VisitCamden.com
August 6 - Merryspring's Annual Kitchen Tour
Tour of uniquely-designed kitchens in the towns of Camden, Rockport and Lincolnville. Enjoy tastings and demonstrations from professional chefs and growers throughout the day. Merryspring Horticultural Park (207) 236-2239; www.merryspring.org
August 7 & 8 - Painting with Soft Pastels with Sally Loughridge - Merryspring Gardens
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. For more details contact: Merryspring Horticultural Park (207) 236-2239; www.merryspring.org
August - Bay Chamber Concerts – Summer Musical Festival – TBD
For more information, contact: Bay Chamber Concerts - Phone:(207)236-2823 - Email: info@baychamberconcerts.org - Web: www.baychamberconcerts.org
August 8-10 - 26th Annual Maine Antiques Festival
Maine's largest show with hundreds of dealers featuring a wide assortment of antiques. Union Fairground, Union. (207) 563-1013. www.maineantiquefest.com
August 17-23 - Union Fair- State of Maine Wild Blueberry Festival
Celebrating agriculture in the State of Maine with a real Maine agricultural fair. Activities and entertainment for all ages. One of the oldest fairs in Maine. Union Fairgrounds, Union. (207) 273-2772. www.unionfair.org/schedule.cfm
August 29, 30 & 31- 13th Annual Windjammer Weekend
The largest single gathering of the Maine windjammer fleet arrives in Camden Harbor to celebrate the windjammer industry. Live music, performances, nautical activities and demonstrations, boat parade, fireworks, and flims! Camden-Rockport-Lincolnville Chamber of Commerce (207) 236-4404. www.windjammerweekend.com
September - Maine Fare
A weekend celebration of Maine's bounty set in the coastal village of Camden showcases food arts with a varied menu of activities that fuses the talents of Maine's culinary stars with the harvests of its working farmers, fishermen, and food artisans. www.MaineFare.com
September - Country Roads Artists & Artisans Tour
Open studio tour of over twenty local artists and artisans in Midcoast Maine. Local craftspeople will be showcasing their highly refined skills, displaying work, demonstrating techniques, answering questions, and serving light refreshments. Country Road Artists & Artisans Tour (207) 236-9619. www.artisanstour.com
October 4-5 - Fall HarborArts "Arts & Crafts Show"
Over 100 artists and craftspeople display and sell their work in amidst the spectacular scenery of Camden, Maine in this 23rd annual show. Peak fall foliage provides a breathtaking backdrop! Camden-Rockport-Lincolnville Chamber of Commerce (207) 236-4404. www.VisitCamden.com
October 22-25 - Pop! Tech
One-of-a-kind conference explores the social impact of technology. Camden Opera House. www.poptech.com
November - Maine Author's Series & Literary Festival:
The third annual Maine Author's Series & Literary Festival, titled "TBD," provides a rich mix of presentations, panels, readings, and literary surprises from more than 20 authors who live in and/or write about Maine. Camden Opera House. Maine Literary Festival (207) 837-2827. www.maineliteraryfestival.com
December - The 22nd Annual Christmas By The Sea
A weekend celebration of the holiday season. Shopping, musical entertainment, parade, community tree lighting ceremony, horsedrawn wagon rides. Holiday House Inn Tour. Holiday sales and dining specials. Photos and children's story hour with Santa (who arrives by boat!). Camden-Rockport-Lincolnville Chamber of Commerce (207) 236-4404. www.VisitCamden.com
  
|
