Desert of Maine
95 Desert Rd.
Freeport, ME  04032
Phone: 207-865-6962

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A glacier moved over this area 11,000 years ago and left sand and mineral deposits, forming the region known today as the Desert of Maine. Visitors will see living trees half covered in sand, wild flowers, and other flora. Narrated coach tours, walking tours, barn museum, gift shop. Open early May to mid-October.

Enter the Life of a 19th-Century
Maine Farm Family

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The Washburn-Norlands Living History Center on Norlands Road in Livermore offers living history tours led by interpreters in mid-18th century clothing who portray people of the neighborhood. In the school house you will learn first hand about rural education in 1853. You can try using a quill pen or test your skills in arithmetic or spelling. In the mansion house you can chat with young Caroline Washburn as she shows you through the family home. The Washburn kitchen is always a busy place of cooking, ironing, playing games, story telling, and spinning. There a guided tour in the buildings and self guided on the grounds. Tours offered Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 29 to September 3, 2010. Phone: 207-897-4366

Fifth Maine Regiment Museum
45 Seashore Ave
Peak's Island, ME  04108
Phone: 207-766-3330

Open: Memorial Day-July 1, weekends, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; July 1-Labor Day, week-days, 1 to 5 p.m. and weekends, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Labor Day-Columbus Day, weekends, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Exhibits commemorate the Civil War, and in particular the contribution of Maine citizens to the war effort. Cost: Suggested donation of $5 per person.

Fisherman's Wharf Inn
Pier 6
22 Commecial Street
Boothbay Harbor, ME  04538
Toll-Free: 800-628-6872
Fax: 207-633-5092

A Waterfront Inn like No Other

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Each of the 54 rooms of Fisherman's Wharf Inn offers a balcony with commanding views of the harbor like no where else in Boothbay Harbor. Our hotel is located in the center of downtown Boothbay Harbor, walking distance to boat trips, restaurants and all shops. Air conditioning, cable TV and breakfast are included. Upper floor rooms are elevator accessible. Our first class restaurant is located over the water - also with spectacular water views. Many of our guests enjoy relaxing in the Captain’s Pub. Take time to sample all that we offer. We're confident you'll find that no visit to Fisherman's Wharf Inn is ever quite long enough.

Foliage Drives in Maine

All the variety of Maine, from its rugged, lighthouse-dotted coast to its western lakes and forests, is on brilliant display during the fall foliage season. Don’t forget to slow down for dazzling ocean view and moose sightings. Especially later in the season – after Columbus Day -- it is wise to call ahead to make sure attractions are still open to the public.

Grotto Cascade Park
State Street, past Eastern Maine Medical Center
Bangor, ME  04401
Phone: 207-992-4490

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Cascade Park, the city’s most beautiful and popular park, features a lighted water fountain and a water fall that's more than 20 feet high. The park, which overlooks the Penobscot River, also has a small gazebo, picnic tables, and short walking trails.

Hiking Maine

From hikes along the beaches of Acadia National Park, to difficult and scenic treks up Mount Katahdin, Maine has routes to please hikers of every stripe. Formerly The Hiker's Guide to Maine, this edition offers accurate, up-to-date trail information, maps and black-and-white photos that reveal the state's varied landscapes. Sections on hiking with children and barrier-free trails for hikers with special needs are also included.

HOPE Festival
University of Maine at Orono, College Avenue
Orono, ME

April 25, 2009

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The 15th Annual HOPE Festival to Celebrate Earth Day happens at the University of Maine in Orono April 25 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The all ages event will have a keynote talk by organic farming expert and author Eliot Coleman in addition to live music and entertainment, songs from the Voices of HOPE Community Choir, children's activities, a 5K fun run and delicious food for sale from local producers. More than 70 organizations will share information about environmental sustainability and provide demonstrations.Time: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: 207-581-1110 or visit www.peaceactionme.org/hope-festival-celebrate-earth-day.

Hudson Museum and Palmer Gallery at the University of Maine
5746 Maine Center for the Arts
Orono, ME  04469
Phone: 207-581-1901

Open: Tuesday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Saturday, 9a.m. – 3 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., closed Mondays and holidays

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The museum's permanent collections include pre-Hispanic Mexican and Central American materials and materials from the Native American cultures of the Northwest Coast, the Plains, the Southwest, the local Penobscot, South America and the Arctic, as well as artifacts from Oceania, Asia, and Africa. Museum offers guided tours, story hours, and films, and a Just for Kids program. Cost: Free.

Rockland-Matinicus Island Ferry
Maine State Ferry Service, 517A Main Street
Rockland, ME  04841
Phone: 207-596-2202

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Route: Rockland to Matinicus; ferry carries vehicles. Approximate crossing time is two hours and 15 minutes. Ferry docks at Matinicus about one hour and then returns. Operates year-round on a very limited schedule. Schedule is subject to change without notice. Travelers should call the Rockland office the day before the scheduled trip to confirm the trip is departing as scheduled. Reservations to Matinicus may be made up to 3 months in advance. Waiting time on Matinicus is approximately one hour. Maine State Ferry Service.
Daily operations update: 800-491-4883. Website: www.maine.gov/mdot/opt/ferry/maine-ferry-service.php

Rockland-North Haven Ferry
Maine State Ferry Service, 517A Main Street
Rockland, ME  04841
Phone: 207-596-2202

North Haven phone: 207-867-4441

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Route: Rockland to North Haven; ferry carries vehicles. Approximate crossing time is one hour and 10 minutes. Operates daily, year-round. Maine State Ferry Service operates parking lots at Rockland, Lincolnville, and Bass Harbor. Parking spaces are limited; the ferry service cannot guarantee parking availability. Daily operations update: 800-491-4883. Website: www.maine.gov/mdot/opt/ferry/maine-ferry-service.php

Rockland-Vinalhaven Ferry
Maine State Ferry Service, 517A Main Street
Rockland, ME  04841
Phone: 207-596-2202

Vinalhaven phone: 207-863-4421

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Route: Rockland to Vinalhaven; ferry carries vehicles. Approximate crossing time is one hour and 15 minutes. Operates daily, year-round; schedules vary slightly from winter to summer seasons. Maine State Ferry Service operates parking lots at Rockland, Lincolnville, and Bass Harbor. Parking spaces are limited; the ferry service cannot guarantee parking availability.
Daily operations update: 800-491-4883. Website: www.maine.gov/mdot/opt/ferry/maine-ferry-service.php

Scenic Drives Maine

Acadia/Bar Harbor / Down East region

Castine and Penobscot Bay Loop --- 79 miles

-- This beautiful drive skims the coastline and passes through a number of small fishing towns. Almost every town, particularly Castine, Brooklin, Blue Hill, and Ellsworth, is worth a stop to stroll the streets and enjoy local architecture, arts, and restaurants.

■ From the center of Ellsworth, take Route 1 south.
■ After 13 miles, you'll pass Toddy Pond, and after 3 1/2 miles you will cross the Orland River
■ One-half mile from the bridge, take a left onto Route 175, which will travel through Orland village and then southward along Penobscot Bay.
■ Route 175 will meet Route 166. Continue straight onto Route 166.
■ Approximately 2 miles later, turn right onto Route 166A, and then right again back onto Route 166.
■ Two miles after returning to Route 166, you will reach Castine, home of the Maine Maritime Academy.
■ After leaving Castine on Route 166, turn right on Route 199 toward Penobscot.
■ After three and a half miles, Route 199 will meet Route 175. Continue straight onto Route 175 south, and through Penobscot Village and Brooksville; cross the reversing falls on the Bagaduce River.
■ One mile later, turn right onto Route 176. This road will continue on through the fishing villages of Smith Cove, Orcutt Harbor, and Buck's Harbor.
■ Continue on Route 176 to the junction with Route 175. Go straight at the intersection, meeting Route 15 less than one mile later.
■ Turn left onto Route 15 and continue on into Blue Hill. Along this route, Route 172 joins Route 15 before entering the town of Blue Hill.
■ Stay on Route 172, continuing past Patten Bay and back into Ellsworth.

Nearby Points of Interest:

♦ Castine – Maine Maritime Academy and home of the Training Ship State of Maine, Pleasant Street, 800-227-8465
♦ Castine – Dice (Dyce) Head Light, mouth of the Penobscot River, 207-326-4502
♦ Blue Hill
♦ Deer Isle guided island tours (through mid-October), 207-348-6789
♦ Ellsworth – Woodlawn Museum, Route 172, 207-667-8671

Acadia National Park Loop Road --- 27 miles

-- People have been drawn to the rugged beauty of coastal Maine throughout history. The park is home to many plants and animals, and the tallest mountain on the Atlantic coast. Today visitors come to Acadia to hike granite peaks, bicycle along historic carriage roads, or relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery.

■ From Boston take I-95 north to Augusta, Maine
■ Turn onto Route 3 east to Ellsworth and on to Mount Desert Island. (For an alternate route, continue on I-95 north to Bangor, Maine, then take Route 1A east to Ellsworth.)
■ In Ellsworth, take Route 3 to Mount Desert Island
■ The scenic 27-mile Park Loop Road system begins at Hulls Cove Visitor Center and offers access to Sand Beach, Thunder Hole, Otter Cliffs, Jordan Pond, and Cadillac Mountain, which, at an elevation of 1,530 feet, in the highest point on the Eastern seaboard. A portion of the park known as Ocean Drive extends from Sand Beach to Otter Point and includes spectacularly beautiful views of rocky shoreline. The park service recommends allowing three to four hours to drive the Loop Road
■ Also, the loop road located on the Schoodic Peninsula section of the park, north of Bar Harbor, offers views of the rugged coast on the only part of the park on the mainland.

Nearby Points of Interest:

♦ Mount Desert Island – Acadia National Park, Route 3, 207-288-3338
♦ Bar Harbor -- Acadia National Park Tours, 53 Main Street, 207-288-0300
♦ Bar Harbor -- Oceanarium & Lobster Hatchery, Route 3, 207-288-5005
♦ Bar Harbor -- Diver Ed's Dive-In Theater (open through Columbus Day), 105 Eden Street, 207-288-3483

Acadia Byway
-- 40 miles. Time: 3 hours

-- Craggy shorelines and granite-capped mountains, crystal lakes and spruce forests, make Acadia Byway perfect for exploring. Extensive carriage roads and hiking trails give access to Acadia National Park. See fishing and sailboats in Frenchman's Bay or go back in time to see the cottages of old Bar Harbor. Famous for its parks, trails, and mountains, the byway is a playground for lovers of the outdoors. Travelers can see diverse wildlife such as puffins, moose, and fascinating marine life, and watch lobster boats in the ocean. Be sure to visit Bar Harbor and other quaint coastal towns.

■ Begin at Trenton at the Thompson Island Bridge.
■ Take Route 3 heading south and stay east at the fork in the road.
■ Follow Route 3 (Bar Harbor Road) as it heads east and eventually turns north to Acadia National Park. Route 3 becomes Eden Street at the Park.
■ Continue to Bar Harbor.
■ Take West Street east and turn right onto Main Street and follow that out of town.
■ Take a left (east) onto Park Loop Road and follow the coastline down to Otter Cove, skirting the coast before heading north through the middle of the National Park.
■ Head right just before Eagle Lake Road to rejoin Route 3 again or head north to Eagle Lake Road to return to Bar Harbor to complete the loop.

Nearby Points of Interest:
♦ Bar Harbor -- Acadia National Park Carriage Roads consist of 45 miles of rustic carriage roads weave through the valleys and mountains of Acadia National Park. Location: Acadia National Park.
♦ Bar Harbor -- Bar Harbor is the largest village along Acadia Byway and plays host to many fine dining and lodging facilities.
♦ Northeast Harbor -- Great and Little Cranberry Islands. Both of these islands and their hiking and bicycle trails can be reached from the passenger ferry from Northeast Harbor.
♦ Seal Harbor -- Relish this secluded harbor with a 19th-century rural village, shoreline, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
♦ Thunder Hole -- A chasm into which ocean waves crash with great booms and splashes. Location: On the southwest corner of the Park Loop Road, about four miles south of Bar Harbor.

Aroostook Region

The Northern Tour --- 214 miles

-- This scenic trip features long stretches of unpopulated territory between towns. The route begins north of Bangor and ventures into the region known for Maine potatoes.

■ Travel from Bangor north on I-95 to Exit 54 in Howland
■ Take Maine Route 6 east, through West Enfield, Lincoln, and into Lee
■ In Lee, pick up Route 168 north and travel to Winn
■ In Winn, take U.S. Route 2 northeast to Macwahoc, where you will take U.S. Route 2A into Haynesville
■ In Haynesville, travel southeast on the secondary road to Danforth, where you will intersect U.S. Route 1
■ Take Route 1 north into Houlton, picking up U.S. Route 2 west
■ Route 2 will lead into Smyrna Mills, where it intersects with Route 212
■ Take 212 west to Knowles Corner, picking up Route 11 south
■ Route 11 will travel through Patten to Sherman
■ In Sherman, pick up I-95 South to Medway (exit 56). From the exit, take Route 157 west to Route 116
■ Take Route 116 south through Chester and then back to Howland

Nearby Points of Interest:

♦ Bangor – Hollywood Slots at Bangor, 500 Main Street, 877-779-7771
♦ Houlton, Duty Free Americas, 4 Airport Road and 1-95, 207-532-6540

Augusta / Kennebec Region

Belgrade Drive --- 126 miles

-- Beginning in Augusta, Maine's capital, this trip winds through the Winthrop Lakes region and the Belgrade Lakes region of the state.

■ From Augusta, take U.S. Route 201 south into Richmond Corner, where you will pick up Route 197 west
■ Take Route 197 into Litchfield Corner, and then follow Hallowell Road north toward Litchfield and Route 126. Head west on Route 126
■ Near Sabattus it will intersect with Route 132. Take Route 132 north into North Monmouth, and then pick up Route 135 east
■ Stay on Route 135 until it runs into U.S. Route 202. Take U.S. Route 202 into Winthrop, then north on Route 41
■ When Route 41 meets Route 133, take Route 133 north, which will travel through Wayne and toward Livermore Falls
■ Go east on Route 17 to Kents Hill, and once there pick up Route 41 north into Mount Vernon. On Belgrade Road you will then go east, bearing left at the fire station
■ Continue straight on the road until it reaches Route 27. Make a left on Route 27 and follow it to Rome Corner
■ In Rome Corner, pick up Route 225 east, to Route 8
■ Take Route 8 south to Route 27, then continue on Route 27 south back to Augusta

Nearby Points of Interest:

♦ Winthrop Lakes
♦ Augusta – Old Fort Western, 207-626-2385

Katahdin Moosehead Region

Moosehead Trip Loop --- 210 miles

-- This trip takes travelers north from Skowhegan up toward Jackman, and down past Moosehead Lake. On the way, you will pass Moosehead Lake, Moxie Falls and Mount Kineo. Particularly scenic segments of the trip are Route 201 between Solon and West Forks, and Route 6 and 15 between Jackman and Rockwood.

■ Beginning in Skowhegan, take U.S. Route 201 north through Bingham and up to near Jackman, where you will intersect Route 15.
■ Proceed on Route 15 south and east through Greenville and then on to Dover-Foxcroft
■ There you will pick up Route 7 south to Newport
■ In Newport, take Route 2 west into Palmyra, where you will then take Route 151 west to Athens
■ In Athens, take Route 150 south, which will return to Skowhegan

Nearby Points of Interest:

♦ Moosehead Lake area -- 888-876-2778
♦ Moxie Gore Township – Moxie Falls, Lake Moxie Road off Route 201
♦ Jackman – Moose watching

Mid Coast Region

Coastal Route --- 141 miles

-- This trip passes along scenic shoreline, through quaint fishing villages, and to the top of Mount Battie and through the postcard-perfect village of Rockport and Camden.

■ Begin in Wiscasset, and take U.S. Route 1 east into Newcastle
■ In Newcastle, pick up Route 130 south, which will travel through New Harbor and on to Pemaquid Point. After stopping at Pemaquid Point and its famous lighthouse, travel back on 130 into New Harbor and onto Route 32 north
■ Take Route 32 north into Waldoboro, and make a right on Main Street. When you reach Route 220, head south into Friendship, and in Friendship take Route 97 north and east through Cushing and into Thomaston
■ In Thomaston, take U.S. Route 1 north which will wind its way through Rockland and into Camden
■ Once in Camden, take the drive up to the top of Mount Battie and enjoy the panoramic view of Penobscot Bay. Head back to U.S. Route 1 and continue on to Lincolnville
■ In Lincolnville, take Route 173 west into Lincolnville Center, where you will pick up Route 235 South
■ Continue on 235 into Hope, and then take Route 105 north to Route 131, which merges with 105
■ Continue south on 105 and 131, and drive through Appleton, then pick up Route 17
■ Take Route 17 west to Stickney Corner, then Route 220 south to Route 126
■ Take 126 southwest into Jefferson, where you will pick up Route 213 southwest, and then Route 215
■ Take Route 215 northwest to Route 194, and Route 194 northwest into Head Tide
■ Once in Head Tide, bear left to cross the river on a local road
■ On the other side, get on Route 218 south, which will take you back to Wiscasset

Nearby Points of Interest:

♦ New Harbor -- Pemaquid Point and Lighthouse, 207-677-3266
♦ Camden -- Camden Hills State Park, 280 Belfast Road, 207-236-0849
♦ Rockport -- State of Maine Cheese Company/Maine Made Products Center, 461 Commercial Street / Route 1, 800-762-8895

Western Lakes/Mountains

Rangeley Lakes Scenic Byway – 35 miles

-- Travelers will wind through the mountains and lakes of western Maine. Step back in time and treat yourself to spectacular scenery, outstanding recreational opportunities, abundant wildlife, local museums, and quaint New England villages. Slow down, relax, and enjoy nature's abundance at every turn. This drive follows Routes 17 and 4, wrapping around Rangeley Lake. It follows the ridgeline of the Appalachian Mountains before dropping into rolling hills and valleys. The Height of Land on Route 17 is the centerpiece of this scenic drive, offering breathtaking views of Mooselookmeguntic and Upper Richardson Lakes. Allow 2.5 hours to drive and eight or more hours to visit this byway.

■ Start on the byway just north of Houghton on State Route 17 and travel north to Oquossoc.
■ Take State Route 4 east past Rangeley Lake to the town of Rangeley.
■ Continue generally southeast on State Route 4 to Smalls Falls, where the byway ends. This is a few miles short of Madrid.

Nearby Points of Interest:
♦ Height Of Land – At Height of Land, you can see for hundreds of miles of lakes, mountains and forests. You can also see the White Mountain chain in neighboring New Hampshire. Height of Land is often considered to be the most spectacular overlook in northern New England.
♦ Oquossoc – Mooselookmeguntic Lake – The town of Oquossoc is surrounded by Mooselookmeguntic Lake. You can get to the lake from the city and rent boating and fishing supplies there.
♦ Rangelely Village – Rangeley Lakes Region Logging Museum -- The Rangeley Lakes Region Logging Museum displays equipment, artifacts, photos, and historic tape recordings of people in the logging profession. Location: Leaving Oquossoc, take Route 16 east for approximately 10 miles to the Rangeley Lakes Region Logging Museum. Phone: 207-864-3939.

Ski Mountain Route --- 132 miles

-- Begin your drive in Farmington, the entryway to Maine's ski country. This route will take you past some of the major ski resort areas, whose mountains should be aflame in fall colors.

■ From Farmington, take U.S. Route 2 into Wilton, where you will pick up Route 156
■ Take Route 156 northwest into Weld, then head north on Route 142
■ When 142 meets Route 4, take Route 4 northwest into Rangeley, where you will pick up Route 16 east
■ Stay on Route 16 through Kingfield and then into North Anson
■ In North Anson, take U.S. Route 201A south into Norridgewock, where you'll pick up U.S. Route 2 back to Farmington

Nearby Points of Interest:

♦ Weld – Mount Blue State Park, off Route 156, 207- 585-2261
♦ Rangeley -- Rangeley Lake State Park, South Shore Road off Route 17, 207-624-6080
♦ Farmington -- Kennebec-Chaudiere Heritage Trail, Route 201, Along the Kennebec River, 207-778-3885

Southern Circle --- 85 miles

-- This trip will take visitors through the Southern corner of Maine, known for its historic sites and apple orchards.

■ Begin in Sanford, and take U.S. Route 202 east through Alfred, then into Hollis Center
■ In Hollis Center, pick up Route 35 north and continue on that road into Standish
■ In Standish take Route 25 West, which goes through Kezar Falls, and into Porter
■ Route 25 will intersect Route 160 in Porter. Take Route 160 south to, then pick up Route 11 south back to Sanford

Nearby Points of Interest:

♦ Limington -- Doles Orchard, 187 Doles Ridge Road, 207-793-4409

Western Loop --- 130 miles

■ This tour begins in Fryeburg, near the New Hampshire border, on U.S. Route 302.
■ Take 302 east through Bridgton and into Naples
■ In Naples pick up Route 35 north to Harrison, where it intersects with Route 117. Take Route 117 north
■ Near Norway, pick up Route 118 west. Approximately one mile after taking the highway, go north on a local road, which follows the western bank of Lake Pennesseewassee, and then heads into Greenwood
■ In Greenwood, take Route 219 east to Route 26, then north on Route 26 into Bethel
■ In Bethel, pick up U.S. Route 2 west, which will take you into Gilead
■ In Gilead take Route 113 south into Stow, then go east on a local road that travels the west shore of Lake Kezar into North Lovell
■ In North Lovell, follow Route 5 south back into Fryeburg

Nearby Points of Interest:

♦ Fryeburg public parks
♦ Fryeburg Main Street Historic District, Main Street from Portland Street to about Swans Falls Road
♦ Bethel -- Sunday River Alpacas, 471 Flat Road, 207-890-3148
♦ Bethel – Scottish & Irish Merchant , 91 Main Street, 877-607-7787

Sebasco Harbor Resort
Mid-Coast Maine on Casco Bay
Sebasco Estates, ME  04565
Phone: 207-389-1161
Toll-Free: 877-389-1161

A Place to Remember

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Discover a place where beauty and tradition abound. Tucked away on Maine’s Midcoast, Sebasco Harbor Resort offers breathtaking oceanfront views on 550 acres and a wealth of resort activities for the whole family, including golf, fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, spa services and more. Enjoy distinctive accommodations in our Harbor Village Suites, Main Lodge, Cottages, or our romantic Lighthouse. Savor fine dining at the Pilot House, casual fare at The Ledges, and don’t miss our signature seaside lobster bake. Relax with a massage or facial at our full-service Fairwinds Spa, or unwind overnight in a comfortable Spa Suite. Less than three hours from Boston and only one hour north of Portland or Augusta. Open May-October. Sebasco Harbor Resort - Pure Maine!

Shout "Whoopie" for Maine's Whoopie Pie

A whoopie pie, sometimes called a gob, black-and-white, or a bob, is a pastry that is wildly popular in New England, particularly Maine and Massachusetts. It is made of two small, chocolate, disk-shaped cakes with a sweet, creamy frosting sandwiched between them. That is the baseline information for the benefit of newcomers to Maine. Now, one superior place to find the treasured whoopie pie is at Isamax Snacks, bakers of Wicked Whoopie Pies. (In Maine, when something’s good, we call it “good.” When something’s great, we call it “wicked.”) Isamax Snacks’s Classic Whoopie Pies have been featured on the Oprah Winfrey Show as a great gift. The bake shops are located at 5 Mechanic Street in Gardiner, 621 Maine Avenue in Farmingdale, and 32 Main Street in Freeport.

Ski Maine Association

What better place to take advantage of snowy winter weather than the slopes of Maine’s fantastic ski areas? Some of the state’s highest peaks, like Sunday River, Sugarloaf, and Saddleback Mountain, are conveniently located in Maine’s south-western region, all boasting vertical drops of over 2000 feet, while nearby summits like Shawnee Peak, Mt. Abram and Black Mountain are not far behind with vertical drops of over 1000 feet. For less challenging but equally satisfying slopes, the state’s northern region is complemented by novice and intermediate lifts and trails at summits like Big Rock, Lonesome Pines and Quoggy Jo. Maine’s mid-coast and central regions are powdered with fantastic terrain for skiers of all ages and skill levels as well, making certain that affordable, family-oriented, world class skiing is never far away in the Pine Tree State.

Swan's Island-Bass Harbor Ferry
Maine State Ferry Service
Swan's Island, ME  04685
Phone: 207-526-4273

Bass Harbor phone: 207-244-3254

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Route: Swan's Island to Bass Harbor; ferry carries vehicles. Approximate crossing time is 40 minutes. Ferry operates daily, year-round with some additional crossings from April to October. Maine State Ferry Service operates parking lots at Rockland, Lincolnville, and Bass Harbor. Parking spaces are limited; the ferry service cannot guarantee parking availability. Daily operations update: 800-491-4883. Website: www.maine.gov/mdot/opt/ferry/maine-ferry-service.php

The Captain Jefferds Inn
5 Pearl Street
Kennebunkport, ME  04046
Phone: 207-967-2311
Toll-Free: 800-839-6844
Fax: 207-967-0721

A charming Maine Inn

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The Captain Jefferds Inn Bed & Breakfast in Kennebunkport is a warm and inviting 1805 sea captain’s home. From the time you enter through the inn's red front door you will experience the charm, comfort and exceptional hospitality provided by the innkeepers and the dedicated staff. Located in the quiet historic district, the inn is surrounded by beautifully manicured lawns and gardens and is a quick stroll to the Kennebec River, specialty boutiques, art galleries, antique shops and a full range of restaurants from casual to five diamond rated. So, if you’re looking for a romantic bed and breakfast, relaxing getaway, or an activity and fun-filled vacation, Kennebunkport and The Captain Jefferds Inn Bed and Breakfast should be your first stop.

The International Snowmobilers Festival
Madawaska, Maine, and Edmundston, New Brunswick, Canada
Madawaska and Edmundson, ME
Phone: 207-728-7000

February 5-7, 2010

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Events take place on both sides of the U.S.-Canada border and include riding on hundreds of miles of top-rated trails. Events include more than 600 miles of riding, Lucky Run, American Loggers meet and greet, spaghetti dinner, drag races, dance with live band, snowmobilers' breakfast, prizes, fireworks display on February 5 at 8 p.m., and more. Information: http://www.isfim.net.

The Milestone Inn
687 Main Street
Ogunquit, ME  03907
Phone: 207-646-4562
Toll-Free: 800-646-6453

On the White Sands of Ogunquit

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Set back on five beautifully landscaped acres at 687 Main Street (Route 1) in Ogunquit, Milestone is a 1/4 mile walk to the white sands of Ogunquit's Footbridge Beach and 1 mile north of the village center. The town's seasonal trolley service has a stop directly in front of our property, allowing you the convenience of exploring all that Ogunquit has to offer.

When you and your family want something nice yet moderately priced, close to beaches, shops and restaurants, but set back from the hustle and bustle, nice grounds, heated pool, free wireless internet, cheerful immaculate motel rooms and great service, you’ll CHOOSE MILESTONE INN.

Union Bluff Hotel
8 Beach Street
York Beach, ME  03910
Phone: 207-363-1333
Toll-Free: 800-833-0721

A Maine stay for generations

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The Union Bluff Hotel has been keeping a watchful eye over the shores of Short Sands Beach since 1868. One of the last old wooden structures in York Beach and rebuilt in 1987 after a fire, The feeling of the Bluff's old-world charm remains just as strong today. The "new" hotel boasts the same splendor and personal service that made it a family favorite for generations, only now it includes a host of modern day conveniences and amenities that are sure to keep it a Maine stay for generations to come.
The hotel's three buildings have over 70 rooms and suites with amenities such as fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs, large rooms for families, and of course decks with views overlooking the beach and ocean. The new Meeting House function hall can accomodate up to 200 guests - perfect for your wedding, reception, or company retreat. Whether it is that special day you have always dreamed of, or a special occasion that needs to be recognized, the Meeting House is the perfect backdrop for your event.

Union Fair & State of Maine Wild Blueberry Festival
Union Fairgrounds, Common Road
Union, ME
Phone: 207-273-2772

August 16-23, 2008

A classic, rural Maine fair, one of the oldest in Maine, celebrating all aspects of agriculture, including a wild blueberry festival. Events include harness racing, wild blueberry pie baking & eating contests, tractor pulls, fireworks, and more. Information: www.unionfair.org.

Union River Bay
Newbury Neck Road
Surry, ME

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Trailer parking. No restroom. Managed by Town of Surry. Information: Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands, 207-287-4952.

In the Maine Woods
by Henry David Thoreau

With Abnaki guides, Thoreau climbed Mt. Katahdin and hiked deep into the Maine woods to places where one "might live and die and never hear of the United States". His accurate, evocative descriptions still reflect his belief that man himself is a part of the natural world.

Islesboro-Lincolnville Ferry
Maine State Ferry Service Islesboro Terminal
Islesboro, ME  04848
Phone: 207-734-6935

Lincolnville phone: 207-789-5611

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Route: Islesboro to Lincolnville; ferry carries vehicles. Approximate crossing time is 20 minutes. Ferry operates daily, year-round with some additional crossings from April to October. Maine State Ferry Service operates parking lots at Rockland, Lincolnville, and Bass Harbor. Parking spaces are limited; the ferry service cannot guarantee parking availability. Daily operations update: 800-491-4883. Website: www.maine.gov/mdot/opt/ferry/maine-ferry-service.php.

Juniper Hill Inn
336 Main Street
Ogunquit, ME  03907
Phone: 207-646-4501
Toll-Free: 800-646-4544
Fax: 207-646-4595

Explore beautiful Ogunquit, Maine

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The Juniper Hill Inn, a Three Diamond AAA property, sits on five tree studded acres and has the feel of beautiful rural Maine. Walk down our private, hickory lined path and you're just steps away from the sparkling shores of Ogunquit Beach... A leisurely stroll down the hill and you're ready to explore the village's charmingly distinctive shops, galleries and restaurants. Attractive, contemporary guest rooms offer one king or two queen beds with cable color television with HBO, small refrigerators. Private hickory-lined path just minutes to the beach. Indoor and two outdoor heated pools, jacuzzis, sauna, fitness center, guest laundry and free wireless internet. Golf privileges nearby at Cape Neddick Country Club. Smoke free facility. AAA 3-Diamond. Open year round, off season dinner packages are available.

Kittery, Eliot, South Berwick, and the Seacoast
Gateway to Maine Chamber: 306 U.S. Route 1
Kittery, ME
Phone: 207-439-7545
Toll-Free: 800-639-9645
Fax: 207-439-5283

Southern Maine... the Way Life Should Be!

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Allow the friendly staff at the Gateway to Maine Chamber to assist in your vacation planning, weekend get-aways or the possibility of relocating to the area. Southern Maine is rich in history, many period homes are open for tours. Call the chamber's 800 number for information regarding lodging. Choose from romantic country inns, charming bed and breakfasts, family-friendly motels and hotels, resorts, cabins, or a house at the beach for a week. The area's major attractions are shopping at more than 125 famous brand "outlet stores" and, of course, "Maine Lobsters!"

Living History Days
Maine Forest & Logging Museum, Leonard's Mills, off Route
Bradley, ME
Phone: 207-581-2871

October 4-5, 2008

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A perfect time to view the foliage of the beautiful forest while experiencing a 1790s logging and saw-milling village. Enjoy bateau rides, wagon rides, making cedar shakes, fresh pressed apple cider, a water-powered sawmill, and more. Cost: $7 adults, $2 children ages 2-12. Times: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: www.leonardsmills.com.

Lord Camden Inn
24 Main Street
Camden, ME  04843
Phone: 207-236-4325
Toll-Free: 800-336-4325
Fax: 207-236-7141

A True Gem on the Coast of Maine

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Camden’s finest luxury, boutique hotel, boasting unsurpassed service, comfort and elegance, with a premier village location and magnificent views of Camden Harbor and the surrounding coastal mountains. With 36 well appointed, luxurious rooms & suites, the Inn combines old world style and architecture with modern-day comfort, service and amenities. Located in the center of town, the Inn is the closest to Camden's fine shops, galleries, restaurants, the Harbor Park Amphitheater and waterfront. Lord Camden Inn serves a full buffet breakfast from June 1st to October 31st and a deluxe continental buffet breakfast from November 1st to May 31st. Well known for its award-winning customer service, the Lord Camden Inn strives hard to surpass your greatest expectations. The Lord Camden Inn is proud to be the most pet friendly hotel in Camden.

Maine African Film Festival
Various Locations
Portland, ME
Phone: 201-805-9429

April 17 – 24, 2009

This is the inaugural MAFF, a celebration of the rich and textured cultures and peoples of Africa. MAFF is a Maine non-profit arts organization created to provide cultural education, economic development and community building opportunities in the Greater Portland area and throughout Southern Maine. Cost: Adults, $7; children, $5. See website for full schedule. Information: www.tmaff.org

Maine Antique Tractor Club Summer Festival
Farmington Fairgrounds
Farmington, ME  04938
Phone: 207-892-4946

June 27-29, 2008

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At this event you can touch that history, and maybe even drive it. The festival is Maine's largest gathering of antique tractors and farming equipment. See machinery from the early 1900s, exhibits, tractor games, pulls, a farm equipment auction and Maine crafts. Location: Farmington Fairgrounds. Information: www.maineantiquetractorclub.com

Maine Audubon Society
20 Gilsland Farm Road
Falmouth, ME  04105
Phone: 207-781-2330

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This natural preserve offers visitors the opportunity to observe birds and animals, mostly in fields. The walking trails also serve as cross-country ski trails in the winter.

Maine Authors Series & Literary Festival
Camden Opera House, 29 Elm Street
Camden, ME
Phone: 207-837-2827

November 2-4, 2007

This second annual festival titled "Mayhem, Money and Mirth," provides a rich mix of presentations, panels, readings and literary surprises from more than 20 authors who live in or write about Maine. Cost: Check website. Information: www.maineliteraryfestival.com.

Maine Beauty, on Canvas

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The Farnsworth Art Museum and Wyeth Center and Wyeth Center on Museum Drive in Rockland features the works of many Maine artists, including Andrew, N.C., and Jamie Wyeth, alongside a wonderful collection of American art, including works by American artists Gilbert Stuart, Frank Benson, Thomas Sully, and many more. The museum also presents many works by 20th-century sculptor Louise Nevelson. Phone: 207-596-6457

Maine Brewers' Festival – Portland
Portland Expo Center
Portland, Maine, ME
Phone: 207-773-8808

November 1, 2008

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As home to the oldest microbrewery east of the Rocky Mountains and multiple regional, national and international award-winning beers, Maine has made its mark on the craft beer industry. At this festival, guests may sample new and popular beers and pub food from more than 10 breweries during the happy hour session or the evening session. Live bands keep the party atmosphere flowing, and vendor promotions and door prizes add to the fun. Attendees must 21 years old. Designated drivers get free water and a meal. Information: www.mainebrew.com.

Maine Egg Festival
Manson Park
Pittsfield, ME
Phone: 207-341-1597

July 20 - July 25, 2009

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The Central Maine Egg Festival has traditionally been a celebration of the brown egg industry and is the event of the year in Pittsfield. You won’t want to miss the egg breakfast cooked in a 300-pound frying pan, entertainment, a parade, fireworks, the Egglympics, a Window Painting Contest; an Art Exhibit and many other egg-citing surprises. Information; 207) 487-3520

Maine Flavors Are Authentic at Cape Arundel Inn

The Cape Arundel Inn in Kennebunkport offers five-star New England dining where every table gives visitors the feeling of being on a ship. Among the views from the tables are the play of breaking waves on the rocks and breathtaking ledge gardens. The dining room is a blend of charming wood floors and wainscoted ceilings with the elegance of crisp white linen tablecloths and cobalt blue goblets. Chef Rich Lemoine’s menus are grounded in traditional New England fare, but his preparations feel wholly contemporary. Working from scratch is a must in Lemoine’s kitchen. For instance, he creates the stock for his lobster stew every week by boiling lobster shells in a 25-gallon pot. That’s the real Maine taste. Phone: 207-967-2125.

Maine Forest and Logging Museum
Government Road
Bradley, ME  04411
Phone: 207-581-2871

Open: Grounds open year-round; special events held in summer

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The museum is dedicated to keeping alive the forest history of long ago for the present day citizens of Maine. The centerpiece of the museum is Leonard's Mills, a reconstructed logging and mill community of the 1790s. Programs feature volunteers in period dress demonstrating traditional skills and crafts. Events include living history days and summer programs. Group tours can be scheduled. Cost: Fee charged only for special events.

Maine Grains & Grapes Festival
Androscoggin Bank Colisee, 190 Birch Street
Lewiston, ME

June 21, 2008

Sample from some of the best breweries & wineries in Maine!
Upon entrance to this two-session event, you will receive 10 tasting tickets and a sample glass. Each ticket gives you either a 4 oz sample of beer or a 2 oz sample of wine. There will be entertainment and food as well! Time: Saturday, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Cost: Tickets are $20.00 in advance, $25.00 day-of-show plus applicable fees online and by phone.
Purchase your tickets today to this inaugural festival at the Androscoggin Bank Colisee box office, by phone at 1-877-GO-TIX-GO, or online at www.thecolisee.com

Maine Highland Games
Thomas Point Beach, off Route 24
Brunswick, ME

August 15, 2009

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This event features bagpipe bands, Highland and Scottish dancing, Scottish vendors and crafts, folk singing and much more. Time: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Admission: Adults, $10; children, ages 6-12, $5. Information: www.mainehighlandgames.org

Maine Innkeepers Association

Phone: 207-865-6100
Fax: 207-773-7668

It's your dream vacation. Whether you seek a hotel, bed and breakfast,inn, motel, resort, sporting camp or cottage, the Maine Innkeepers Association offers you a comprehensive searchable database of more than 630 lodging properties throughout Maine. Our member properties will provide you with an exceptional Maine experience. Visit mountains, forests, beaches, lighthouses and miles of coastline. Canoe our rivers, enjoy lobster, see your first moose, or take your partner on a special romantic. Enjoy great shopping at our famous outlet stores, antique dealers or L.L. Bean. Whitewater raft, ski or snowmobile on well-groomed trails. Or come in the fall when the spectacular colors will take your breath away. The treasures of Maine abound and your vacation planning starts with the Maine Innkeepers Association website.

Maine International Film Festival
Waterville Opera House and other Waterville locations
Waterville, ME  04901
Phone: 207-861-8138

July 11-20, 2008

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Variety of independent films, including films by Maine and New England filmmakers. Festival includes awards ceremonies and other special events. Call for more information. The 2008 program will be finalized in late May or early June. More information: http://www.miff.org/

Maine Jewish Film Festival
Various locations
Portland, ME
Phone: 207-831-7495

March 21-29, 2009

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More than 20 award winning short films, features, documentaries and works in progress will be shown at multiple venues in Portland and neighboring cities. The festival showings will appeal to a broad audience and focus on themes of Jewish history, traditions, and contemporary culture in America and abroad. The festival will begin with an opening night gala and screening. Some screenings will have after-film discussions with directors and community leaders. Purchase an all-festival pass, a festival six-pack, or individual tickets. Information: www.mjff.org.

Maine Literary Festival 2008
Camden Opera House, 29 Elm Street
Camden, ME
Phone: 207-837-2827

November 7-9, 2008

"For This Earth: Visions in Literature" is the theme of the festival, which focuses on the relationship among writing, poetry, nature and science in shaping how we live our lives and treat this earth, on our responsibility toward this earth and hope for a sustainable future despite how we have damaged our planet. Includes lectures; the Church Supper Redux, an upgrade on the classical Maine church supper produced with local Maine foods by several acclaimed Maine chefs who are dedicated to the complete use of local, organic foods in their restaurants or services; and The Sustainable Kitchen & Table: From Soup to Nuts. Information: http://www.maineliteraryfestival.com/

Maine Literature

Harriet Beecher Stowe (1811-1896)
Harriet Beecher Stowe is remembered most today as the author of Uncle Tom’s Cabin, which sold 10,000 copies in its first week off the press and helped solidify opposition to slavery before the Civil War. President Abraham Lincoln greeted her during a visit in 1862 as “the little woman who wrote the book that started this great war.” After publication of Uncle Tom’s Cabin, Stowe became an international celebrity and very popular author.

Harriet Beecher was born in Litchfield, Connecticut, to a dynamic Congregationalist minister who preached vociferously against slavery. The family prized education, and many of the Harriet’s 10 brothers and sisters became social reformers. Harriet attended and later taught at Hartford Female Seminary. In 1832 her father moved the family to Cincinnati, Ohio, where he took a position at Lane Theological Seminary. There, Harriet met and married Calvin E. Stowe, a professor at Lane, and the two began to establish their family. Cincinnati was across the river from Kentucky, a slave state, and it was here that Harriet observed and learned to abhor slavery.

In 1850 Calvin Stowe moved the family to Brunswick, Maine, where he joined the faculty of his alma mater, Bowdoin College. Uncle Tom’s Cabin, which was first published in an abolitionist newspaper, The National Era, was written largely in Brunswick. In 1852 the story was published in book form. Uncle Tom’s Cabin brought the evils of slavery to the attention of Americans more vividly than ever before.

From Brunswick, the Stowes moved in 1863 to Andover, Massachusetts, where Calvin taught at Andover Theological Seminary. In 1864, after his retirement, the family moved to Hartford, Connecticut. Here they built their house, Oakholm. In 1873, the Stowes moved to their last home, the brick Victorian house on Forest Street in Hartford.

The Harriet Beecher Stowe House
63 Federal St.
Brunswick, Maine 04011

The Harriet Beecher Stowe House, a National Historic Landmark, is the place where this influential writer penned her monumental novel, forever changing America’s attitude toward slavery. The house currently operates as a restaurant and hotel and is open to the public.

Maine Lobster Fest
1 Harbor Park
Rockland, ME
Phone: 800-LOB-CLAW

July 29-August 2, 2009

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Hundreds of pounds of lobster, parade, sea goddess, top-notch entertainment, an international crate race, fine art, crafts people and vendors, US Navy ship tours, all you can eat pancakes, US Coast Guard Station tours, professional and amateur cooking contests, marine heritage, road races, kids events, over 20,000 pounds of lobster, free shuttle service. Information: www.mainelobsterfestival.com/index.php

Maine Maritime Museum
243 Washington St.
Bath, ME  04530
Phone: 207-443-1316

Open: Daily, 9:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Days

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From the beginning of the Civil War to the turn of the century, Bath was the one of the nation's most important seaports and ship-building cities. The Maine Maritime Museum tells the story of Maine’s ship and boat building history with multiple rooms of exhibits, all contained beside a 19th century shipyard on the Kennebec River. Cost: Adults, $10; seniors, $9; children under age 17, $7; same household, $30. Admission is good for two consecutive days’ attendance

Maine Military Historical Society Museum
Camp Keyes, Winthrop Street
Augusta, ME  04333
Phone: 207-626-4338

Open: By appointment

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Focus on military history, and the contributions of the state and its residents to America's military involvements over the centuries.

Maine Moon Handbook

A keen insider's perspective featuring:

• Updated restaurant and lodging listings, and a new section on special-interest routes, such as the Maritime Heritage Trail and the Maine Art Museum Trail
• Tips on finding the state's best clams, lobsters, and blueberries
• Details on llama trekking, gold panning, windjammer cruising, hiking, and skiing
• Cultural and historical insight, plus a "wicked good" Down East Dictionary to help you learn the local lingo
  

Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Company & Museum
58 Fore St.
Portland, ME  04101
Phone: 207- 828-0814

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The whole family will enjoy a trip along Portland’s waterfront in a historic narrow gauge railway coach. Magnificent views of Portland's working waterfront aboard antique rail cars pulled by steam and diesel locomotives. Discover the unique two-foot gauge trains that linked rural Maine to the rest of the world.

Maine Renaissance Faire at Castle Treasure
Treasure Equestrian Center, 238 Prescott Road
Manchester, ME
Phone: , ME 04351

August 2-3, 2008

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The Maine Renaissance Faire at Castle Treasure is a family friendly event. Come stroll the streets of our village and visit the artisans, merchants, vendors, entertainers at Castle Treasure. Partake of the delicious fare and join peasants, merchants, entertainers and nobility as they mingle for the weekend festivities. Activities for the young and young-at-heart abound throughout the village. Historic reenactments, sword-swallowing, fire-eating, comedy shows and games are features during the weekend as well as musical entertainment and jousting. Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Cost: Adults age 13-54, $12; seniors over age 55, $10; military, $10; under age 4, free. Information: www.mainerenfaire.com/

Maine Salmon Festival
Downtown Eastport
Eastport, ME
Phone: 207-853-4644

September 5-7, 2008

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A seaside festival celebrating the Atlantic salmon industry on the Maine coast. Music, two-day arts and craft show, great salmon dinners. Lots of fun in a stunning setting. Cost: Fee for Salmon Dinner. Parking and admission free. Times: Check Web site for specific times. Information: www.eastportme.net.

Maine Salmon Festival
Various locations in Eastport
Eastport, ME
Phone: 207-853-4644

September 8-10, 2009

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A seaside festival celebrating the Atlantic Salmon industry on the Maine coast. Free parking and free admission. Music, two day arts and craft show. Saturday Chowder dinners, Sunday great Salmon dinners, boat tours of the salmon pens, industry information, and a slide show on salmon aquaculture, Downeast Motorcycle Rally and Toy Run. Other activities included Maine wine tent, architectural tour, motorcycle show, dances and ice cream social. Information: http://www.eastport-me.gov/

Maine State Aquarium
194 McKown Point Road
West Boothbay Harbor, ME  04575
Phone: 207-633-9542

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The design of this museum resembles the rocky coast of Maine. Interactive displays encourage discovery learning. The aquarium is home to extraordinary lobsters of all sizes and colors. Colorful marine life can be seen in the Downeast tank. At center stage is an 850-gallon tank for sharks and skates, where kids and parents can pet a live shark. At the elevated touch tank, visitors can feel the spiny skin of a sea urchin.

Maine State House
Augusta, ME

Visitors may tour the seat of Maine's state government. Of particular interest is the Hall of Flags.

Maine State Museum
230 State Street
Augusta, ME  04333
Phone: 207-287-2301

Open: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, 1-4 p.m.; closed state holidays

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The museum describes Maine’s 12,000-plus years of history, from the paleo-Indians to the first European explorers; homes, shops, and mills where Mainers have lived and worked for centuries; and the factories, ships, and farms that are an integral part of the state’s history. Cost: Adults, $2; children age 6-18, $1; family maximum, $6.

Maine Stay Inn & Cottages
34 Maine Street
Kennebunkport, ME  04046
Phone: 207-967-2117
Fax: 207-967-8757

…For relaxed sophistication

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Whether you seek a romantic getaway or relaxing family vacation, exceptional hospitality and luxury will greet you at the Maine Stay Inn. Our main house, on the National Register of Historic Places, and surrounding cottages suites have been beautifully restored and offer premier accommodations with a luxurious, but comfortable atmosphere within quaint seaside Kennebunkport. Our variety of accommodations attracts multi-generational appeal, with Victorian inn rooms for a traditional charm and ambiance or private intimacy in spacious cottage suites. Some foster romance with fireplaces and whirlpool tubs, others suit families and friends with multiple beds or bedrooms and small kitchens. Whatever your pleasure, enjoy the grace and elegance of a simpler time with the comforts of today.
Situated on expansive grounds, while just a short stroll form the harbor and the fine restaurants, shops, and galleries of Kennebunkport's Dock Square, the Maine Stay stands apart from other Kennebunkport inns. Offering exceptional hospitality, personal attention and those little extras not found in a traditional hotel, your visit to the Maine Stay is sure become a cherished memory. Enjoy a homemade, gourmet breakfast in Make your next escape to a Maine bed and breakfast a warm memory with a visit to the Maine Stay Inn, a perfect lodging choice.

Maine Wildlife Park
Route 26
Gray, ME  04039
Phone: 207-657-4977

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The Maine Wildlife Park in Gray is a great place to view and learn more about wildlife. The 200-acre park has moose, black bear, lynx, mountain lions, wild turkeys, bald eagles, owls, a show fish pool and more on display. Offerings include a visitor center, fish hatchery, nature store, tree trial, game trail, wetlands trail, gardens, animal feeding, and story hour. Open mid-April through Veteran's Day

Maine Wildlife Park
Route 26
Gray, ME
Phone: 207-657-4977

Are you looking for Maine Wildlife? Visit us on Route 26 in Gray, just 3.5 miles from Exit 63 on Maine Turnpike (I-95). There are great opportunities to see and photograph moose, white-tailed deer, black bears, bald eagles, mountain lions, porcupines, fisher, coyotes, hawks, owls, turtles, fish, and more - over 25 species of native wildlife! There are nature trails and wildlife gardens to enjoy, interactive exhibits to view, a 'snack shack', a nature and gift shop and more! The park-like setting, wildlife exhibits, and flower gardens make this an inviting stop. Bring a picnic and spend the day! No reservations are required. Open daily, 9:30am-4:30pm from April 15 through November 11. Admission fees.

Maine Windjammer Association

Toll-Free: 800-807-WIND

Sail Maine's Tall Ships

Escape aboard a Maine windjammer for an adventure of a lifetime. Great sailing by day, snug harbors each night. See lighthouses, seals and porpoises on every cruise. Explore uninhabited islands and small fishing villages. Guests are invited to participate in all shipboard activities, from taking a turn at the wheel to raising and lowering sails. The 12 ships in the Maine Windjammer Association have a well-earned reputation for outstanding sailing adventures and delicious down-home cooking. One night everyone goes ashore for a traditional island lobster bake. Three- to six-day cruises available from May through October. Depart from Camden and Rockland.

Maine WinterFest
Point Sebago Resort, 261 Point Sebago Road
Casco, ME
Phone: 207-749-9438

February 22-24, 2008

Maine's richest ice fishing derby; winter fun for the family; and snow and ice carving by professional and amateur snow ice carvers from around the world. The event is being held in conjunction with the Sebago Derby Fest. Cost: Adults, $5; children, $1. Information: 207-749-9438 or visit www.mainewinterfest.com.

Maine's Midcoast

Experience the great beaches and rocky coastline. Quaint New England fishing villages, a quiet sail out on the ocean... You've found Maine's Midcoast!

Maine's South Coast

Off-shore cruises and white sandy beaches. Bargains galore in factory outlets. Miles of history and culture. You'll find it all on Maine's South Coast!

Maine’s Pantry -- Portland

Gift baskets from Maine brimming with delicious specialty foods make great gifts for family, friends and colleagues. Made locally in Maine, baskets come in all sizes and price ranges. The Coastal Cottage Welcome, Acadia Breakfast, Millinocket Munchies and Maine Catch of the Day are just some of the baskets Maine’s Pantry offers. One featured product is named Vinalhaven Variety and includes pancake and waffle mix, wild blueberry syrup, wild blueberry spread, bar harbor clam chowder, fudge brownie mix, salt water taffy, chocolate rocks, "moose poo" novelty candy, and gummi lobsters. Information: 877-228-2028

Moose Mainea 2008
Greenville and throughout Moosehead Lakes region, ME
Phone: 207-695-2702

May 17- June 14, 2008

Each spring the Moosehead Lake Region hosts a month long celebration honoring the area's favorite residents – the moose. Great family with activities for everyone include daily Land, Water & Air Moose Safaris; Moose Mainea Quest Fest; Mooseterpiece Craft Fair on June 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Camden National Bank Parking Area; Moose Mainea Kids Fun Day on June 14 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Katahdin Parking Area; Maine Woods Explorers Children’s Program on June 14at the Maine Woods Explorers Office, Pritham Avenue, Greenville; Moose River Canoe Race on June 14 at 11 a.m. at Rockwood; Famous Moose Tales Program & Moose Meat barbecue on June 14 at a location to be announced. Information: www.mooseheadlake.org/

Norseman Resorts
P.O. Box 896
Ogunquit, ME  03907
Phone: 207-646-7024
Toll-Free: 800-822-7024

Hotel, Motel & Resort Lodging on the Maine Coast

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Norseman Resorts provide vacation lodging accommodations in three distinctive hotel locations. The Norseman Resort, on Ogunquit Beach, is among the most popular resorts in Maine. We offer casual dining at our two restaurants, Splash and Huckleberry's, a Beach Store and a Rental Shop all with the convenience of staying directly on the beach. The Seacastles Resort Inn & Suites is in the village, at the entrance to Marginal Way, and is a member of RCI Resorts. The Ogunquit River Plantation borders the Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge, and offers river & ocean views and a complimentary Continental Breakfast. Our coastal hotels are perfect for family vacations. Located 35 miles south of Portland Maine, Ogunquit is a classic New England sea side community. Our hospitality is Maine tourism at its best. Just minutes from York, Wells and Kennebunkport.

North Country Rivers
Route 201 - National Scenic Byway
Bingham, ME  04920
Toll-Free: 800-348-8871
Fax: 207-672-4176

Maine's Premier Outfitter since 1983

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North Country Rivers provides the finest White Water Rafting in Maine. From April through October we run exciting white water rafting trips down the the Penobscot River, Kennebec River and the Dead River. No White Water Rafting experience is necessary when you whitewater raft with us. North Country Rivers provides everything you'll need for your trip - self-bailing whitewater rafts, registered Maine Whitewater Guides, river transportation, meals, lodging, camping, and "The Thrill of a Lifetime." Best of all, since all of the white water rivers we run are dam controlled and flow regulated, you're ensured of a great white water rafting trip!
To make your adventure vacation comfortable and convenient for you, we have the largest recreational complex in Maine. It includes a restaurant/pub, a game room, a family-sized hot tub, showers, four-season log cabin rentals, a campground (with tent sites and RV' spaces). There is also immediate access to snowmobiling trails, hiking trails, biking trails, fishing skiing, snowshoeing, "moose safaris", and more; since we're located right on the Kennebec River.

Northern Maine Fair
84 Mechanic Street
Presque Isle, ME
Phone: 207-764-2927

July 25-August 2, 2008

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Large family fair lot of rides, exhibits, horse pulling, harness racing, tractor pulling, demo derby, and midway.Cost: Adults, $6; children age 7-12, $1; weekly pass, $30. Information: www.northernmainefairgrounds.com.

Northern Maine Fair
Northern Maine Fairgrounds, 84 Mechanic Street
Presque Isle, ME

July 31-August 8, 2009

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Fair features a music festival with a different genre of music (country, rock, jazz, traditional, fiddle, gospel, bluegrass, classical and karaoke) performed each night. Also, livestock and 4-H exhibits, petting zoo, Historical Pavilion, antique tractors, Agricultural Heritage Building, and more. Information: www.northernmainefairgrounds.com/

Northern Maine Museum of Science at Folsom Hall at the University of Maine
South Main Street
Presque Island, ME  04769
Phone: 207-768-9482

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Seeded with the natural history collections of the university, this collection includes diverse exhibits on topics such as meteorology; coral reefs; minerals of Maine; Earth history; fossil fish; geological time; crystals; climate; Northern lights; Greek letters and mathematical symbols; infinity mirrors, a solar system model, and much more. Also nature trails and outdoor wooded areas. Open when campus is open; special tours can be arranged by phone.

Northern Maine Regional Airport at Presque Isle (PQI)
650 Airport Drive
Presque Isle, ME  04769
Phone: 207-764-2550

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The Northern Maine Regional Airport is considered the Gateway to Northern Maine. Centrally located adjacent to Route 1, the airport boasts the second longest commercial runway in Maine. The airport supports a variety of commercial, corporate, and private users.

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Distances from Northern Maine Regional Airport to nearby destinations:

City	Region	Miles to the Destination
Caribou	Aroostock region	19 miles
Houlton	Aroostock region	36 miles

Northern Outdoors Adventure Resort
Old Canada Road National Scenic Byway
1771 US Route 201
The Forks, ME  04985
Phone: 207-663-4466
Toll-Free: 800-765-7238 (US & Can)

Maine's Premier Adventure Resort

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Experience a classic New England Adventure Resort with friends and family, at Northern Outdoors. We offer an extensive choice of lodging from deluxe group cabins to romantic cozy cabins ideal for just the two of you. All cabins include daily housekeeping and full use of the amenities of The Forks Resort Center featuring a grand open timbered log lodge, heated pool, hot tub, free wifi, games room, good food and handcrafted beers from our own Kennebec River Pub and Brewery. There’s summer long whitewater rafting, abundant local hiking and fishing and access to miles of interconnecting ATV and snowmobile trails direct from your cabin. Our 33rd year offering quality resort facilities for all ages. Call for your FREE Getaway Guide.

O'Farrell Gallery of Bowdoin College
58 Maine Street
Brunswick, ME  04011
Phone: 207-729-8228

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This museum features the work of contemporary American artists.

Only in Maine

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A visit to the Bartlett Maine Estate Winery in Gouldsboro might have you wondering, “Where are all the grapes?” You won’t find any here—because there aren’t any. But you will find some delicious, on-site pressed wines made only from native Maine fruit. Blueberries, apples, pears, and peaches are the main-stay ingredients of these special wines, which have impressed wine aficionados from far and wide. Stop by the gorgeous hand-wrought stone tasting room from June through October and decide which flavor you like best before taking a bottle or two home—these wines are only available in the state of Maine! For more information call 207-546-2408.

Penobscot Bay Inn
192 Northport Avenue
Belfast, ME  04915
Phone: 207-338-5715
Toll-Free: 800-335-2370
Fax: 207-338-2889

Traditional hospitality on the coast of Maine

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Come join us at the Penobscot Bay Inn, formerly Bay Meadows Inn, on the spectacular mid-coast of Maine. Penobscot Bay Inn offers full service lodging. The inn is located on a five-acre retreat nestled on a hillside overlooking beautiful Penobscot Bay. Penobscot Bay Inn's AAA Three Diamond lodging accommodations include five spacious and comfortable guest rooms in the classic shingled inn-style cottage and 14 bright, modern rooms in the Field House. For the comfort of our guests all rooms have queen or king-sized beds, private baths, telephones, cable TV and air conditioning. A hearty country breakfast is served daily in one of our three dining rooms. Our restaurant, open to the public, serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday and a Sunday brunch.

Pierce Island/Prescott Park at Piscataquag River
Border of New Hampshire and Maine, Route 1
Portsmouth, NH

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Parking: trailer, variable hours, fee charges. Trout waters in some sections. Restroom. Handicap access to restroom. Information: New Hampshire Fish & Game Department at 603-271-3511.

Poland Spring Resort
543 Maine Street
Poland Spring, ME  04274
Phone: 207-998-4351
Fax: 207-998-2811

We Invite You To Our Home!

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Poland Spring began as a stagecoach stop way back in 1794 when George Washington was President and later became an exclusive playground for the very rich, and possibly the most famous resort in the world. Today our guests can enjoy much of what attracted guests then -- the clean crisp Maine air and water, delicious food, the designer golf course, amazing sunsets, beautiful grounds, nightly entertainment, a huge outdoor swimming pool, peaceful serene surroundings, historic buildings, and the nicest staff anywhere – at affordable rates! We are only 30 minutes north of Portland, Maine and 2 1/2 hours north of Boston. With over 600 acres for you to enjoy, we are the perfect place for your spring and fall getaways, summer weekend hiatus, mid-weeks or week vacation. Come experience what is possibly the best vacation value in maine!

Pop the Cork Celebration
Center for Maine Contemporary Art at 162 Russell Avenue and other Rockport sites
Rockport, ME

June 18, 2009

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The annual celebration of arts, culture, wine and food, Cellardoor Vineyard's Pop the Cork 2, will take place Thursday, June 18, beginning at 5:30 pm, at multiple venues in Rockport including the Center for Maine Contemporary Art. One ticket price includes access to the music, artwork, food and wine at all venues, provided by Cellardoor Vineyard. Time: Start at 5:30 p.m. Cost: $75 per person. Information: 207-775-2126 or 207-236-2654 or visit www.mainewine.com/

Portland Chamber Music Festival
Abromson Education Center, University of Southern Maine, 88 Bedford Street
Portland, ME  04101
Phone: 800-320-0257

August 14-23, 2008

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Five classical performances, including a free family concert at noon on Sunday, August 17. Dates: August 14, 16, 17, 21, 23. More information: http://www.pcmf.org/

Portland Harbor Museum at Southern Maine Community College
Fort Road
South Portland  04106
Phone: 207-799-6337

Open: Mid-April-Memorial Day, Friday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-4:30p.m.; Memorial Day-mid-October, daily, 10 a.m.-4:30p.m.; mid-October-Thanksgiving weekend, Friday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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The museum lies within the granite walls of 19th century Fort Preble. Its exhibits, lectures and tours chronicle the history and present-day life of the port. Close to Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse, the museum resides in a historic building on the waterfront. In addition to both permanent and changing exhibits, it offers a variety of programs including lectures, school and group tours, special events, and research opportunities. Cost: Adults, $4; students and children, free.

Punkinfiddle Fall Festival
Wells Reserve and Laudholm Farm, 342 Laudholm Farm Road
Wells, MAINE, MP

September 27, 2008

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The annual Punkinfiddle fall festival entertains families with the traditional activities of a rural autumn festival while educating visitors about the unique estuary ecosystem. Activities include pumpkin carving and painting under a tent, scarecrow making, pumpkin rolling, horse-drawn wagon rides and pony rides. Guided field trips will take guests over the open grasslands, through old orchards and into the forest before reaching the Little River, where children can meet animals up close. There will be demonstrations of weaving, wool spinning, rug making, butter churning and old fashioned apple cider pressing. Entertainment includes fiddle tunes from Hope Hoffman and her band, an interactive educational performance with music and comedy by Jackson Gillman, and more lively tunes from bluegrass fiddler Erica Brown. Admission: $10 per car. Information: 207-646-4521 or visit www.punkinfiddle.org.

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Alouette Beach Resort
91 East Grand Avenue
Old Orchard Beach, ME  04064
Phone: 207-934-4151
Toll-Free: 800-565-4151
Fax: 207-934-9464

On the beautiful coast of Maine

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The Alouette offers a variety of beachfront lodgings for the vacationing couple or family. Enjoy over 70 modern hotel rooms, kitchenettes, cottages and apartments, and a friendly atmosphere provided by our dedicated staff and family ownership. Enjoy a swim in our heated, indoor pool, or make use of our BBQ facilities. In just 10 minutes you can walk to the famous Old Orchard Beach pier and the other shops and attractions of Old Orchard Beach. It's just a short drive to golf courses, Funtown USA, Aquaboggan Water Park, Maine Mall, and the Freeport and Kittery outlet centers. The Alouette is open April through October.

Bass Harbor-Frenchboro Ferry
Maine State Ferry Service
Bass Harbor, ME  04653
Phone: 207-244-3254

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Route: Bass Harbor to Frenchboro; ferry carries vehicles. Approximate crossing time is 50 minutes. Ferry operates Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday, year-round. A passenger-only ferry operates on Fridays from April through November. Maine State Ferry Service operates parking lots at Rockland, Lincolnville, and Bass Harbor. Parking spaces are limited; the ferry service cannot guarantee parking availability. Daily operations update: 800-491-4883. Website: www.maine.gov/mdot/opt/ferry/maine-ferry-service.php

Bethel Inn Resort
On the Common
21 Broad Street
Bethel, ME  04217
Phone: 207-824-2175
Toll-Free: 800-654-0125

Maine’s Premier Four Season Resort

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This winter come experience The Bethel Inn Resort, just 6.8 miles from Sunday River Ski Resort in the heart of Ski Magazine's “greatest ski town in the Universe”. Find 158 guest rooms, 105 with fireplaces, including comfortable traditional Inn rooms and luxury townhomes with all the amenities of home. Choose from the comfortable fine dining setting of our Main Dining Room or our casual Millbrook Tavern and Grille with live weekend entertainment. Relax at our health club, featuring a 92° outdoor heated pool, hot tub, saunas, fitness center and spa services. Plus, enjoy our 35km cross country ski & snowshoe center, horse-drawn sleigh rides and a lighted ice skating rink.
With Sunday River and Mt. Abram Ski Resorts less than 10 minutes away, snowmobiling, dog sledding, tubing and more, The Bethel Inn Resort is the clear choice for those who love winter. Or join us during the warmer months and enjoy a championship 18 hole golf course, lake house, tennis and more!

It’s all here at Maine’s Premier Four Season Resort.

Birder's Guide to Maine

Sandpipers and puffins, woodcock and warblers, kestrels and falcons - the birds of Maine are as varied and fascinating as the landscape they inhabit. This clear, concise guide by veteran birders provides maps to lead you to the best birding spots, as well as valuable information on migration patterns and avian habits. Conveniently, a special Otabinding allows the book to lie flat when opened.

Black Mountain of Maine
Glover Road
Rumford, ME  04276
Phone: 207.364.8977

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Cross country skiing for all abilities on 35 km of trails.

Celebrate Maine
Raitt Family Farm, Route 103 and 236
Eliot, ME
Phone: 207-363-4422

August 9-10, 2008

This festival focuses on the uniqueness of Maine and will bring a variety of artisans to Southern Maine to sell their wares. Included are bean hole beans, games and activities for families and live entertainment. Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Celebrate Maine
Raitt Homestead Farm Museum, 2077 State Road, Route 103
Eliot, ME

August 8-9, 2009

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Celebrate MAINE is a family festival that honors the people, places and products that make Maine so attractive to visitors from around the world. Featuring the Mainely Grillin' and Chillin' Country BBQ State Competition, continuous live entertainment by Don Campbell Band & Music Maker Live Review, free children's activities including a climbing wall, Capt'n Eli's Soda Van, Shipyard Beer Garden, Moxie Horsemobile and fabulous food featuring fresh homemade shortcakes. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: Adults, $5; children age 12 and younger, free. Information: www.celebrateMAINEfestival.com or call 207- 439-3904.

Central Maine Egg Festival
Manson Park, Crosby Street
Pittsfield, ME
Phone: 207-487-3520

July 22-26, 2008

Egg breakfast cooked in a 300-pound frying pan, entertainment, a car show, the Egg OLympics and other surprises. For information: 207-217-4973 or visit http://eggfest.craftah.com/.

Central Maine Medical Center Farmers Market
Main and High streets
Lewiston, ME
Phone: 207-513-3844

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Season: Opening July 9, 2009. Hours: Thursday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Central Maine Regional Airport (OWK)
Airport Road
Norridgewock, ME  04957
Phone: 207-634-5351

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Small charter and private flights from U.S. and Canada only.

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Distances from Central Maine Regional Airport to nearby destinations:

City	Region	Miles to the Destination
Portland	Greater Portland and Casco Bay region	71 miles
Augusta	Augusta / Kennebec region	24 miles
Bangor	Katahdin Moosehead region	53 miles

Children’s Museum of Maine
142 Free St.
Portland, ME  04101
Phone: 207-828-1234

Open: Labor Day-Memorial Day, Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, noon-5 p.m.; Memorial Day-Labor Day, Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, noon–5 p.m.; Closed Thanksgiving Day, December 24- 25, January 1, Easter, July 4.

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Interactive exhibits span four floors, and special programming is offered daily. Features and exhibits include Toddle Park, Tide Pool Touch Tank, a rock climbing wall, the Space Shuttle, and the Music Garden. Programs change frequently. Fun for all ages, best for children younger than 12.Cost: $6; under age 1, free

Children’s Theater of Maine
317 Marginal Way
Portland, ME  04101
Phone: 207-828-0617

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Live theater for adults and children. Season runs October through August. Call for schedule.

Cliff House Resort & Spa
Shore Road, Bald Head Cliff
P.O. Box 2274
Ogunquit, ME  03907
Phone: 207-361-1000
Fax: 207-361-2122

A Maine resort with spectacular ocean views

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Located on seventy acres on Maine's scenic south coast, The Cliff House features ocean view accommodations, a full-service Spa and fine dining. The Spa offers unique Maine treatments - like the Blueberry Body Wrap and Maine Wild Rose Wrap - as well as traditional massage, facials, and nail services. Other amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, whirlpools and tennis courts. Guests can also enjoy walking paths, nearby beaches, sea excursions, golf, shops and lighthouses. Plan your getaway to The Cliff House Resort & Spa by visiting our website for rates, special packages and to make an online reservation request.

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
Barters Island Road, PO Box 234
Boothbay, ME  04537
Phone: 207-633-4333

Open: Year-round, weekdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and until8 p.m. on Wednesdays in July and August; weekends, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

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New England’s largest botanical garden features acres of spectacular ornamental gardens and stonework, waterfront and woodland trails, a beautiful visitor center with café and gift shop, and a shorefront Fairy House Village – all on 248 acres of coastal landscape. Special events and programs for all ages, year-round, include a house and garden tour, book fair, Maine Fairy House Festival, Kitchen Garden Series, college horticulture courses, and more. Admission: Adults, $10; seniors, $8 seniors; children age 5-17, $5; free for children under 5.

Coastal Maine Moon Handbook

Want to know about dining in Portland, visiting maritime museums, or exploring Monhegan Island? Done. Looking for details on windjammer cruises or whale-watching trips? You'll find them in here. Big or small, mainstream or obscure, every worthwhile sight and activity in Coastal Maine is covered in this book. In this journey along Maine's stunning 5,500-mile coastline, readers can find practical advice and insight into the region's geography, people, arts, politics, and social issues. Offers tips for visiting the state's 64 lighthouses and finding the best places to dine on lobster and clams.

Company A, 3rd Maine Regiment Volunteer Infantry Fife and Drum Corps
Contact: Roger Beverage
Auburn, ME
Phone: 207-846-9616

In the Civil War fifers and drummers, along with buglers, made up the field music of a regiment. It is important not to confuse the field music with bands. The latter was composed of a number of wind instruments, primarily brass, along with drums and the occasional stringed instrument. The field music was an integral part of a soldier's daily life. The fifers, drummers, and buglers played musical pieces which were used as signals in camp for formations and other activities--reveille, assembly, meal calls, to the colors, the troop, the tattoo, etc. The drummers often provided the cadence when the troops were on the march, and the field music was used to relay orders on the field during battle. The presence of smoke and noise often meant that only the musicians could quickly relay orders for any distance.

The musicians of the 3rd Maine Fife & Drum have attained a reputation unequaled among today's Civil War living historians for the quality and authenticity of their portrayal of Civil War musicians. Whether they are preceding the Infantry during parades, urging the men on during battle with stirring period pieces, or participating in musters with other fife and drum units, they are a vital part of our organization. Both novice and experienced musicians are welcome to join.

Cranberry Culture of Maine Inspires This Kitchen

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Cranberry Island Kitchen in Cumberland, just north of Portland, was started by two friends and bakers who wanted to translate the food culture of the Cranberry Isles of Downeast Maine into a line of elegant baked goods. The retail store, on Corey Road, features specialty desserts like the Lucky Lobster shortbread and fancy whoopie pies in scallop and other Maine-induced shapes (the pumpkin whoopie pie draws devotees every year). The line of gourmet foods includes toppings and sauces of Maine blueberries, raspberries, and apples, and great Maine gifts are available among the kitchen accessories and gift baskets. Open weekdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and other times by appointment. Phone: 207-829-5200

Crown of Maine Balloon Fest
Northern Maine Fairgrounds,84 Mechanic Street
Presque Isle, ME  04769
Phone: 207-551-7425

August 21-24, 2008

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This fifth annual festival includes three days of balloon launches, along with a photo contest. Flights will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. Cost: Main gate free. Balloon flights $180. Time of flights: Friday, 5:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 5:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.; Sunday 5:30 a.m. Information: www.crownofmaineballoonfest.org.