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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

FEB. 20

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The calendar of events is a compilation of events by local organizations, businesses or individuals. To add your event or activity, or to send a press release for publication, contact Living section editor Laura Snyder Smith by e-mail at lsmith@seacoastonline.com or by phone at 985-2961 (Tuesday and Wednesday) or 985-5916 (Monday, Thursday, Friday).

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  • FREE TAX HELP: 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. Sign up begins at 9 a.m. with a sign-up sheet at the front door. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. First come, first served. Contact Carol. 985-2173/kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • STORY TIME: The Kennebunk Free Library's regular storytimes (10:15 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays) will be held next door at the Unitarian Universalist Church, Kennebunk, while work on the library's HVAC system continues through Feb. 27). All ages are welcome at both sessions. 985-2173.
  • WINTER WILDLIFE DAY: 10 a.m.—2 p.m. Families can explore the trails and treasures of the Wells Reserve at Laudholm. Live animal presentations at 10am and noon, wildlife tracking walks at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., bird-watching tips, and create a wildlife project to take home. Bring sleds and snowshoes if you have them. Free for all. 646-1555/wellsreserve.org.
  • STORY TIME: The Kennebunk Free Library's regular storytimes (10:15 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays) will be held next door at the Unitarian Universalist Church, Kennebunk, while work on the HVAC system continues through Feb. 27. All ages are welcome at both sessions. 985-2173.
  • WINTER BEACH BASH: 1 to 2 p.m. at Graves Library in Kennebunkport. Chase the chills with warm stories, games, shell craft, and summer snacks. Pre-registration required; call or visit library. 967-2778 / www.graveslibrary.org.
  • Nifty Knitters: 2 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. Join this informal group with your handicraft project or come to learn a new skill. No registration is needed. Provide your own materials. Contact Krissy. 985-2173/kbirthisel@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • COSPLAY WORKSHOP: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Hank's Room at Kennebunk Free Library. Grades 6-12. A workshop for students who are interested in learning about cosplay and anime conventions. Pre-registration is required. Contact Suzanne O'Hara. 985-2173, ext. 5/ts@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • TRIVIA NIGHT: 7 p.m. Trivia every Thursday night at Feile in Wells. www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

FEB. 21

  • 'THE WELL" PARENTING WORKSHOP: 10 to 11 a.m. at the Kennebunk Free Library. Stevie Westmoreland will lead these workshops to talk about how to parent through friendship, community, wisdom and neuroscience. Monthly programs are free. www.katherinestevenswestmoreland.com.
  • CHEESE MAKING WORKSHOP: Noon to 5 p.m. at Stone Turtle Cooking and Baking School. Caitlin Hunter will lead this workshop in making making a variety of cheeses such as mozzarella, ricotta, jack, feta, yogurt and butter. Take home the cheese that you make. $325 (includes lunch on Saturday). 324-7558/459-0567.
  • WHAT'S IN THE BOX: 2 to 3 p.m. in Hank's Room at the Kennebunk Library. Grades 6-8. Find out what the inside of a computer looks like. Ralph O'Brien, owner and operator of Customized Computer Design, will open up computers and show the major components inside and how they relate to each other. Pre-registration for this program is required. Contact Suzanne O'Hara. 985-2173 Ext.5/ts@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • GAMING AT THE LIBRARY: 3 to 4:45 p.m. in Hank's Room at the Kennebunk Free Library. Grades 6-12. Gaming at the Library is a weekly drop-in program for Wii electronic games including Super Smash Brothers Brawl and Wii Sports Resort. Gaming at the Library meets every Friday. Contact Suzanne O'Hara. 985-2173 Ext.5/ts@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • VARIETY BENEFIT SHOW: 6 to 9 p.m. at Biddeford's City Theater. The Kathy Duke "An Act of Love" Variety Benefit Show. Enjoy a night of rock music and comedy while helping fill the shelves. For all ages. All proceeds go to Stone Soup Food Pantry. $5 admission at the door. 282-0849 / www.citytheater.org.
  • KARAOKE NIGHT: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Karaoke every Friday night at Feile in Wells. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

FEB. 22

  • CHEESE MAKING WORKSHOP: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Stone Turtle Cooking and Baking School. Caitlin Hunter will lead this workshop in making making a variety of cheeses such as mozzarella, ricotta, jack, feta, yogurt and butter. Take home the cheese that you make. $325 (includes lunch on Saturday). 324-7558/459-0567.
  • READER'S BEST FRIEND: 10:30 a.m. at Wells Public Library. All young readers are invited to visit Trace, a certified therapy dog, to practice their developing reading skills. Trace loves to visit and listen to all kinds of books, making him an ideal reading partner. Free, pre-registration required. Contact Devin Burritt. 646-8181/dburritt@wellstown.org.
  • ADOPTABLE DOGS: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at PetSmart in Biddeford. The Animal Welfare Society Mobile Adoption Team will visit PetSmart with adoptable dogs. 985-3244(AWS)/283-6546(PetSmart).
  • OPERA AT THE LIBRARY: 1 p.m. in Hank's Room at Kennebunk Free Library. An afternoon of opera with video presentations from the Metropolitan Opera Chorus and Orchestra. Contact Janet. 985-2173/kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • STRAIGHT LACE LTD. SHOW: 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Straight Lace Ltd. performs live at Feile in Wells. 251-4065 / www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

FEB. 23

  • DRAWING CLUB: 1 to 3:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Stay creative this winter and meet other artists. Join this club for self-guided studio time; bring your own work and inspiration and spend the afternoon with like-minded people. Every Sunday through March 16. Call ahead to reserve your spot. $10 per Sunday. 967-9120 / www.rivertreearts.org.
  • DAPONTE STRING QUARTET: 2 p.m. Biddeford's City Theater presents The Daponte String Quartet in a live classical music performance, "Whirlwind Romance." Tickets are $13 online plus a $2 convenience fee or $15 at the door the day of the concert. 282-0849/www.citytheater.org.
  • BOB MARLEY SHOW: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents comedian Bob Marley. 646-4777 / www.bmarley.com.

FEB. 24

  • STORY TIME: The Kennebunk Free Library's regular storytimes (10:15 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays) will be held next door at the Unitarian Universalist Church, Kennebunk, while work on the library's HVAC system continues through Feb. 27). All ages are welcome at both sessions. 985-2173.
  • MOTHER GOOSE STORYTIME: 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Wells Public Library. A special storytime for babies and toddlers and their caregivers featuring fingerplays, stories, rhymes and songs. Contact Devin Burritt. 646-8181/dburritt@wellstown.org.
  • CHOCOLATE CHEF CONTEST: 2:15 p.m. at Wells Public Library. Students in grades 7-12 that have skills in the kitchen can form a team of two or three friends and sign up for the Third Annual Chocolate Chef contest. Inspired by the Iron Chef TV show, teams will compete to make the best dessert using the ingredients provided. If you do not have a team, one will be made for you. Families and friends are encouraged to attend to be our audience and taste the creations after the judging. (Re-scheduled from Feb. 13). 646-8181/kmiller@wellstown.org.
  • METALSMITHING AND JEWELRY CLASS: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. This class will cover the basic beginner techniques with an emphasis on cold connections. Every Monday thru Mar 31. $165/nonmembers plus $25 materials fee (due by first class). 967-9120 / www.rivertreearts.org.
  • INTRO TO SEWING CLASS: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Learn the lifelong & valuable skill of sewing. Every Monday thru Mar 10. $154/nonmembers. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.

FEB. 25

  • AFTERNOON BOOK DISCUSSION: 1:15 to 2:45 p.m. at Wells Public Library. This month the group will be discussing Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne. Copies of this book are available through the library's MINERVA online catalog. Register by calling the library. Contact Cindy Schilling. 646-8181/cschilling@wellstown.org.
  • LEGOS CLUB: 4 p.m. in Hank's Room at Kennebunk Free Library. Ages 6 and up. Last Tuesday of the month. Pre-register to reserve your child's spot. 985-2173 Ext.5/ys@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • ADULT ART PARTY: 6 to 8 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Decoupage under Glass. Collage takes a different turn using the ancient art of decoupage when you let your canvas become a clear glass plate. Registration ends Monday prior to class, 12pm. $25 per person or 2 for $40. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.

FEB. 26

  • FREE TAX HELP: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Graves Library in Kennebunkport. AARP Representatives will be here to help you with your taxes. Electronic filing of Federal and State returns is available. Bring 2012 Tax Returns and Proof of Identification. No appointment needed. Every Wednesday through April 9. 967-2778/www.graveslibrary.org.
  • SEEDLINGS: 10 a.m. Irvine Gallery and Market at River Tree Arts. Story and Studio; Miss Lynda reads and Judy B creates. Every Wednesday. Drop In. All Ages. Free. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • STORYTIME: 10:30 to 11 a.m. at Wells Public Library. A storytime for pre-schoolers and their caregivers featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and a special craft. Contact Devin Burritt. 646-8181/dburritt@wellstown.org.
  • WATERCOLOR CLASS: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Watercolor & Drawing Basics: Beginners & Beyond. This class will provide training in the direct observation of form and its surrounding elements. The emphasis will be on controlling watercolor media and tonal drawing, to re-creating the appearance of nature with use of still life forms. Every Wednesday thru Mar 12. $242/nonmembers. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • LANDSCAPE PAINTING: 5:30 to 8 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Landscape Painting In Acrylic. Learn to be fearless in your landscape painting. Every Wednesday thru Mar 12. $242/nonmembers.
  • WORLD WIDE FOOD WONDERS: Roost Café and Bistro in Ogunquit. Experience a different country's cuisine researched and prepared by Chef Chris Godfrey each Wednesday. Feb 26 is Italy and the Mediterranean. 3-course menu. $25. Make reservations. 646-9898/www.roostcafeandbistro.com.
  • BINGO: 6 p.m. at Wells/Ogunquit Center at Moody Senior Center every Wednesday. Food and snacks available. Must be over 16 years of age to play. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., games begin at 6 p.m. 646-7775/www.wocam.org.
  • TRIVIA NIGHT: 6:30 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. Contact Carol. 985-2173/kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • PAINT NITE AT JONATHAN'S: 6:30 p.m. at Jonathan's Ogunquit. A night of painting, food and fun with artist Melinda Campbell. No experience required. All materials provided. Event lasts two hours. Take home your creation afterward. 646-4777/www.paintnite.com/pages/events/view/portland/815155.

FEB. 27

  • FREE TAX HELP: 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. Sign up begins at 9 a.m. with a sign-up sheet at our front door. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. First come, first served. Contact Carol. 985-2173/kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • STORY TIME: The Kennebunk Free Library's regular storytimes (10:15 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays) will be held next door at the Unitarian Universalist Church, Kennebunk, while work on the HVAC system continues through Feb. 27.
  • COMICS CLASS: 1 to 3 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Comics & the Graphic Novel. This weekly class will explore your interests in comics, drawing & writing. Participants will bring in their work, exchange useful and honest criticism, and share ideas. Every Thursday thru Mar 14. $115.50/nonmembers. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • Nifty Knitters: 2 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. Join this informal group with your handicraft project or come to learn a new skill. No registration is needed. Provide your own materials. Contact Krissy. 985-2173/kbirthisel@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • EVENING BOOK GROUP: 6:30 p.m. at Graves Library in Kennebunkport. Come to the next meeting of the book group. The group will be discussing American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser. 967-2778/www.graveslibrary.org.
  • TRIVIA NIGHT: 7 p.m. Trivia every Thursday night at Feile in Wells. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

FEB. 28

  • GAMING AT THE LIBRARY: 3 to 4:45 p.m. in Hank's Room at the Kennebunk Free Library. Grades 6-12. Gaming at the Library is a weekly drop-in program for Wii electronic games including Super Smash Brothers Brawl and Wii Sports Resort. Gaming at the Library meets every Friday. Contact Suzanne O'Hara. 985-2173 Ext.5/ts@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • THE DROWSY CHAPERONE PLAY: 7 p.m. in Alexander Economos Auditorium at Kennebunk High School. Mix-ups, mayhem, and four weddings make up the plot of this 2006 Tony Award-winning musical. Does include adult humor and situations; parental guidance is recommended. All tickets are $9. 985-1110 Ext. 3141.
  • JON POUSETTE-DART BAND CONCERT: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents the Jon Pousette-Dart Band in concert. 646-4777/www.pousette-dart.com.
  • KARAOKE NIGHT: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Karaoke every Friday night at Feile in Wells. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

MARCH 1

  • GENEALOGY GROUP MEETING: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. This month's presentation is Pilgrims & Patriots: Discovering Your Massachusetts Ancestors, a webinar with Marian Pierre-Louis. Contact Janet. 985-2173.
  • SPAGHETTI SUPPER: 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. at M.L.Day School in Arundel. The Arundel Historical Society will be hosting a Spaghetti Supper. Donation of $7 per person, children under 5 free. Snow date March 8. 283-9699.
  • CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL FUNDRAISER: Feile Restaurant and Pub in Wells. Fundraiser featuring DJ Mike and raffles. Proceeds go to the Boston Children's Hospital. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.
  • MARCH MADNESS BENEFIT BUFFET: 4:30 p.m. at the Dorothy Stevens Center. Benefit for the Searles Family. Adults $7; Kids 5-12 $3; under 5 Free. Snow date March 8. 604-1303.

MARCH 1

  • MASQUERADE BALL: 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Rochambeau Club in Biddeford. Community Partners, Inc. hosts their 4th Annual Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball Gala Fundraiser. Featuring roaming vaudeville performers, the Dark Follies, a silent auction, buffet dinner, and dance band, Easy Money Band. $30/person, $50/couple. Contact Amy Safford. 282-7113 Ext. 125/asafford@cpime.org/ www.cpime.org.
  • THE DROWSY CHAPERONE PLAY: 7 p.m. in Alexander Economos Auditorium at Kennebunk High School. Mix-ups, mayhem, and four weddings make up the plot of this 2006 Tony Award-winning musical. Does include adult humor and situations; parental guidance is recommended. All tickets are $9. 985-1110 Ext. 3141.

MARCH 2

  • Community Breakfast: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. Martha's Church Hall, Kennebunk, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council 12033. All welcome. All-you-can-eat buffet style breakfast, including pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon, breakfast potatoes, fruit, doughnuts, pastries, juice, coffee and tea. Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for ages 13-17, and free for those under 12. 985-6252.
  • DRAWING CLUB: 1 to 3:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Stay creative this winter and meet other artists. Join this club for self-guided studio time; bring your own work and inspiration and spend the afternoon with like-minded people. Every Sunday thru Mar 16. Call ahead to reserve your spot. $10 per Sunday. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • THE DROWSY CHAPERONE PLAY: 2 p.m. Matinee in Alexander Economos Auditorium at Kennebunk High School. Mix-ups, mayhem, and four weddings make up the plot of this 2006 Tony Award-winning musical. Does include adult humor and situations; parental guidance is recommended. All tickets are $9. 985-1110 Ext. 3141.

MARCH 3

  • HOMESCHOOLING GROUP: 2 p.m. in Hank's Room at the Kennebunk Free Library. This is a chance to get together with other homeschooling families, ask questions and get ideas. Activities for children will be provided. This is a drop-in group, no pre-registration is needed. Group meets on the first Monday of the month.
  • METALSMITHING AND JEWELRY CLASS: 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. This class will cover the basic beginner techniques with an emphasis on cold connections. Every Monday thru Mar 31. $165/nonmembers plus $25 materials fee (due by first class). 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • INTRO TO SEWING CLASS: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Learn the lifelong & valuable skill of sewing. Every Monday thru Mar 10. $154/nonmembers. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.

MARCH 4

  • TWEEN ADVISORY GROUP: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Hank's Room at the Kennebunk Free Library. Grades 6-8. Members recommend books and movies for the tween collection, help plan tween programs, and discuss trends in technology. New members always welcome. Contact Suzanne O'Hara. 985-2173 Ext. 5 / ts@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • TEEN MOVIE NIGHT: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Hank's Room at the Kennebunk Free Library. Grades 6-12. Teen Movie Night is the first Tuesday of every month. Movies are rated PG or PG-13. Free pizza is served. Contact Suzanne O'Hara. 985-2173 Ext. 5/ts@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • ADULT ART PARTY: 6 to 8 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Bhangra Dance. Bhangra is a traditional dance form from the Punjab region of northern India. The music blends modern styles with traditional beats and is fast and high-energy. Provides a cardio workout as you dance. Easy to learn, perfect for novices. Registration ends Monday prior to class, 12pm. $25 per person OR 2 for $40 (must register both people at the same time). 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.

MARCH 5

  • FREE TAX HELP: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Graves Library in Kennebunkport. AARP Representatives will be here to help you with your taxes. Electronic filing of Federal and State returns is available. Bring 2012 Tax Returns and Proof of Identification. No appointment needed. Every Wednesday through April 9. 967-2778/www.graveslibrary.org.
  • WATERCOLOR CLASS: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Watercolor & Drawing Basics: Beginners & Beyond. This class will provide training in the direct observation of form and its surrounding elements. The emphasis will be on controlling watercolor media and tonal drawing, to re-creating the appearance of nature with use of still life forms. Every Wednesday thru Mar 12. $242/nonmembers. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • SEEDLINGS: 10 a.m. Irvine Gallery and Market at River Tree Arts. Story and Studio; Miss Lynda reads and Judy B creates. Every Wednesday. Drop In. All Ages. Free. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • AMERICAN GIRLS BOOK CLUB: 4. to 4:45 p.m. in Hank's Room at the Kennebunk Free Library. Grades 2-5. This week, the club is reading "Changes for Felicity" by Valerie Tripp. Extra copies are available at the library to read before the meeting. Must pre-register. 985-2173 Ext.5/ys@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • LANDSCAPE PAINTING: 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Landscape Painting In Acrylic. Learn to be fearless in your landscape painting. Every Wednesday thru Mar 12. $242/nonmembers. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.

MARCH 6

  • FREE TAX HELP: 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. Sign up begins at 9 a.m. with a sign-up sheet at our front door. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. First come, first served. Contact Carol. 985-2173/kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • ANIME CLUB: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Hank's Room at the Kennebunk Free Library. Grades 6-12. Anime Club includes practice drawing in the anime style, Asian inspired crafts, and manga and anime film discussion. Anime Club meets on alternate Thursdays. Contact Suzanne O'Hara. 985-2173 Ext.5 / ts@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • CABIN FEVER RAFFLE: Arundel Historical Society hosts the Cabin Fever Raffle. Prizes include one cord of wood, Kindle Paperwhite, print of Arundel Barn Playhouse, LED flat screen TV, drill kit, and gift certificates. Drawing will be held March 6. $20 donation. All proceeds to benefit the Arundel Historical Society. Contact Joanne or Suzanne. 985-3087/282-3451.
  • COMICS CLASS: 1 to 3 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Comics & the Graphic Novel. This weekly class will explore your interests in comics, drawing & writing. Participants will bring in their work, exchange useful and honest criticism, and share ideas. Every Thursday thru Mar 14. $115.50/nonmembers. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • ART WORKSHOP: 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Perspective Workshop. Free yourself from the guidelines of perspective and twist it up with this perspective class and the master of perspective Wade Zahares. $38.50/nonmembers. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • TRIVIA NIGHT: 7 p.m. Trivia every Thursday night at Feile in Wells. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.
  • PAUL SULLIVAN EVENT: 6 p.m. Composer/pianist Paul Sullivan will appear at York County Community College in Wells. Part of YCCC's 10th Annual Visiting Artist Series. Free. 646-9282/www.yccc.org.

MARCH 7

  • COMMUNITY CAFÉ: 11 a.m. at Park Street School in Kennebunk. Community Café provides seniors a chance to socialize and eat a nutritious meal. Doors open at 11, lunch is served at noon. Make a reservation. 985-2588.
  • GAMING AT THE LIBRARY: 3 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. For grades 6-12. Gaming at the Library is a weekly drop-in program for Wii electronic games including Super Smash Brothers Brawl and Wii Sports Resort. Gaming at the Library meets every Friday. Contact Suzanne O'Hara. 985-2173 Ext. 5/ts@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • "THE DROWSY CHAPERONE": 7 p.m. in Alexander Economos Auditorium at Kennebunk High School. Mix-ups, mayhem, and four weddings make up the plot of this 2006 Tony Award-winning musical. Does include adult humor and situations; parental guidance is recommended. All tickets are $9. 985-1110 Ext. 3141.
  • CHRIS SMITHER CONCERT: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents blues/folk singer-songwriter Chris Smither live in concert. 646-4777/www.smither.com.
  • YOUTH ART MONTH: High School Student Art Show. March 7 thru April 1 at River Tree Arts. www.rivertreearts.org.
  • KARAOKE NIGHT: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Karaoke every Friday night at Feile in Wells. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

MARCH 8

  • RYE ARTISAN BREADS CLASS: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Stone Turtle Cooking and Baking School. Learn the secrets of using rye flour to make sweet Swedish Vört Limpa as well as sourdough rye breads. $70 (includes lunch). 324-7558 / 459-0567.
  • OPERA AT THE LIBRARY: 1 p.m. An afternoon of opera, video presentations from the Metropolitan Opera Chorus and Orchestra. Contact Janet. 985-2173/kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • DRUMBALAYA DRUM CIRCLE: 3 p.m. at the Hive in Kennebunk. Every 2nd Saturday. All ages welcome. Extra drums and rhythm toys are available for use. Free admission. Contact Karen Banning. 370-1476/kedlouise@yahoo.com.
  • THE DROWSY CHAPERONE PLAY: 7 p.m. in Alexander Economos Auditorium at Kennebunk High School. Mix-ups, mayhem, and four weddings make up the plot of this 2006 Tony Award-winning musical. Does include adult humor and situations; parental guidance is recommended. All tickets are $9. 985-1110 Ext. 3141.
  • MINI-GOLF WEEKEND: 6 to 10 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. A mini-golf course will be set up within the Library as a fundraiser. The library will be open for those over 21 years old, serving a light supper, dessert and beverage along with 18 holes of golf. Beer and wine will be available for purchase, along with raffle tickets for a variety of items now on display at the library. Reserve tee times for foursomes by purchasing tickets in advance. Bring your own putter if you'd like. $18. 985-2173/www.kennebunkLibrary.org.
  • KENNY SAMUELSON SHOW: 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Kenny Samuelson performs live at Feile in Wells. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

MARCH 9

  • MINI-GOLF WEEKEND: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. Second session of the weekend. All are welcome to attend. Raffles, snacks and beverages will be available for purchase. $8.00/adults, $5.00/kids (12 & under), and children under 2 years old/free. Ticket stub from Saturday's event gains half-price admission for Sunday. 985-2173/www.kennebunkLibrary.org.
  • DRAWING CLUB: 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Stay creative this winter and meet other artists. Join this club for self-guided studio time; bring your own work and inspiration and spend the afternoon with like-minded people. Every Sunday thru Mar 16. Call ahead to reserve your spot. $10 per Sunday. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • PASCO AUTHOR LECTURE SERIES: William David Barry : "Maine...the Wilder Side of New England." 2 p.m. at Louis T. Graves Library in Kennebunkport. Graves Library welcomes Maine history writer William David Barry as he discusses his book on 500 years of Maine history. 967.2778.
  • THE DROWSY CHAPERONE PLAY: 2 p.m. Matinee in Alexander Economos Auditorium at Kennebunk High School. Mix-ups, mayhem, and four weddings make up the plot of this 2006 Tony Award-winning musical. Does include adult humor and situations; parental guidance is recommended. All tickets are $9. 985-1110 Ext. 3141.

MARCH 10

  • FAMILY YOGA: 4 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. Ages 4 & up. Caregiver and child. Pre-registration and a waiver required. 985-2173 Ext. 5/ys@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • NONFICTION BOOK GROUP: 6:30 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. This month the group will be discussing King Leopold's Ghost by Adam Hochschild. Copies of the book are available to borrow at the adult circulation desk. Audio versions may also be available. Contact Allison. 985-2173/aatkins@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • METALSMITHING AND JEWELRY CLASS: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. This class will cover the basic beginner techniques with an emphasis on cold connections. Every Monday through March 31. $165/nonmembers plus $25 materials fee (due by first class). 967-9120 / www.rivertreearts.org.
  • INTRO TO SEWING CLASS: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Learn the lifelong & valuable skill of sewing. Every Monday thru Mar 10. $154/nonmembers. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.

MARCH 11

  • ST. PATRICK'S DAY LUNCHEON: 12 p.m. Atria Luncheon at Wells/Ogunquit Center at Moody Senior Center. Traditional Irish menu will be served. $8/non-members. 646-7775/www.wocam.org.
  • EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION: 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Wells Public Library. This month the group will be discussing Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver. Copies of this book are available through the library's MINERVA online catalog. Register by calling the library. Contact Cindy Schilling. 646-8181/cschilling@wellstown.org.

MARCH 12

  • WATERCOLOR CLASS: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Watercolor & Drawing Basics: Beginners & Beyond. This class will provide training in the direct observation of form and its surrounding elements. The emphasis will be on controlling watercolor media and tonal drawing, to re-creating the appearance of nature with use of still life forms. Every Wednesday thru Mar 12. $242/nonmembers. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • LANDSCAPE PAINTING: 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Landscape Painting In Acrylic. Learn to be fearless in your landscape painting. Every Wednesday thru Mar 12. $242/nonmembers. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • SEEDLINGS: 10 a.m. Irvine Gallery and Market at River Tree Arts. Story and Studio; Miss Lynda reads and Judy B creates. Every Wednesday. Drop In. All Ages. Free. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • THOMAS MOSER EVENT: 5:30 p.m. Furniture maker Thomas Moser showcases his work at York Community College in Wells. Part of YCCC's 10th annual Visiting Artist Series. Free. 646-9282/www.yccc.org.

MARCH 13

  • FREE TAX HELP: 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. Sign up begins at 9 a.m. with a sign-up sheet at our front door. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. First come, first served. Contact Carol. 985-2173/kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • TRIVIA NIGHT: 7 p.m. Trivia every Thursday night at Feile in Wells. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

MARCH 14

  • PI DAY: 2 p.m. at Wells Public Library. Ages 11-14. Snack on pizza pies and tinker with the credit card sized Raspberry Pi computer. The group will be loading an OS, making a case, and experimenting with the command line interface to load Minecraft. Free, pre-registration required. Contact Devin Burritt. 646-8181/dburritt@wellstown.org.
  • KARAOKE NIGHT: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Karaoke every Friday night at Feile in Wells. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

MARCH 15


  • MUSEUM TRUSTEE DINNER: 6:30 p.m. The Brick Store Museum Board of Trustees will open their homes in the next five months for a series of dinners to raise funds for the Museum's educational initiatives and preservation of our buildings. Tickets to the dinners are $60 per person, per dinner. Reservations will be taken until two weeks in advance of each dinner. Seating is limited. 985-4802.
  • KARLA BONOFF CONCERT: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents singer-songwriter Karla Bonoff live in concert. 646-4777/www.karlabonoff.com.
  • ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARTY: 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. at Feile in Wells. Day 1 of 3 day St. Paddy's Day celebration. Live Irish music by The Galley Rats. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

MARCH 16

  • DRAWING CLUB: 1 to 3:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Stay creative this winter and meet other artists. Join this club for self-guided studio time; bring your own work and inspiration and spend the afternoon with like-minded people. Every Sunday thru Mar 16. Call ahead to reserve your spot. $10 per Sunday. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARTY: 4 to 8 p.m. at Feile in Wells. Day 2 of three-day St. Paddy's Day celebration. Live Irish music. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

MARCH 17

  • ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARTY: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. at Feile in Wells. Day 3 of 3 day St. Paddy's Day celebration. Live Irish music. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.
  • METALSMITHING AND JEWELRY CLASS: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. This class will cover the basic beginner techniques with an emphasis on cold connections. Every Monday thru Mar 31. $165/nonmembers plus $25 materials fee (due by first class). 967-9120 / www.rivertreearts.org.

MARCH 19

  • SEEDLINGS: 10 a.m. Irvine Gallery and Market at River Tree Arts. Story and Studio; Miss Lynda reads and Judy B creates. Every Wednesday. Drop In. All Ages. Free. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • HEALTH/REHAB LUNCHEON: 12 p.m. Kennebunk Center for Health & Rehabilitation Luncheon at Wells/Ogunquit Center at Moody Senior Center. Live music, lecture, and press coverage. $8/non-members. 646-7775/www.wocam.org.
  • IRISH ROVERS CONCERT: 7 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents the Irish Rovers live in concert on their 50th Anniversary Farewell Tour. 646-4777/irishroversmusic.com.
  • SLIDE SHOW AND LECTURE: 10:30 a.m. River Tree Arts. "Sculpture." The Portland Museum of Art brings their Art To Go program back to River Tree Arts. Suggested donation of $5. www.rivertreearts.org.

MARCH 20

  • FREE TAX HELP: 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. Sign up begins at 9 a.m. with a sign-up sheet at our front door. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. First come, first served. Contact Carol. 985-2173/kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • ART RECEPTION AND CONCERT: 5 to 7 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Reception at 5 p.m. Concert at 7 p.m. For Youth Art Month. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • ODAIKO NEW ENGLAND EVENT: 6 p.m. Odaiko New England, one of the premier Japanese taiko drummer groups on the East Coast, will demonstrate their skills at York County Community College in Wells. Part of YCCC's 10th Annual Visiting Artist Series. Free. 646-9282/www.yccc.org.
  • TRIVIA NIGHT: 7 p.m. Trivia every Thursday night at Feile in Wells. 251-4065 / www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

MARCH 21

  • 'THE WELL" PARENTING WORKSHOP: 10 to 11 a.m. at the Kennebunk Free Library. Stevie Westmoreland will lead these workshops to talk about how to parent through friendship, community, wisdom and neuroscience. Monthly programs are free. www.katherinestevenswestmoreland.com.
  • AZTEC TWO-STEP & DEVONSQUARE CONCERT: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents A Special Reunion: An Evening with Aztec Two-Step and Devonsquare. 646-4777/ www.aztectwostep.com.
  • KARAOKE NIGHT: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Karaoke every Friday night at Feile in Wells. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.
  • VENNOISERIE & PORTUGUESE BREADS CLASS: Noon to 5 p.m. at Stone Turtle Cooking and Baking School. Pastry Chef Mitchell Stam presents a two-day class on baked goods made from a yeastleavened dough or yeasted puff pastry such as Vienna bread and Kaiser rolls, croissants (maybe pain au chocolat) and other goods generally called Viennoiserie plus highlighting some of the breads he's prepared for the Rota das Estrelas festival in Portugal. $325 (includes lunch on Mar. 22). 324-7558/459-0567.

MARCH 22

  • VENNOISERIE & PORTUGUESE BREADS CLASS: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Stone Turtle Cooking and Baking School. Pastry Chef Mitchell Stam presents a two-day class on baked goods made from a yeastleavened dough or yeasted puff pastry such as Vienna bread and Kaiser rolls, croissants (maybe pain au chocolat) and other goods generally called Viennoiserie plus highlighting some of the breads that he's prepared for the Rota das Estrelas festival in Portugal. $325 (includes lunch on Mar. 22). 324-7558/459-0567.
  • ANNA NALICK CONCERT: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents singer-songwriter Anna Nalick live in concert. 646-4777/www.annanalick.com.
  • PACKMAN DAVE SHOW: 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Packman Dave performs live at Feile in Wells. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

MARCH 24

METALSMITHING AND JEWELRY CLASS: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. This class will cover the basic beginner techniques with an emphasis on cold connections. Every Monday thru Mar 31. $165/nonmembers plus $25 materials fee (due by first class). 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.

MARCH 25

AFTERNOON BOOK DISCUSSION: 1:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Wells Public Library. This month the group will be discussing The Last Days of Dogtown by Anita Diamant. Copies of this book are available through the library's MINERVA online catalog. Register by calling the library. Contact Cindy Schilling. 646-8181/ cschilling@wellstown.org.

MARCH 26

  • SEEDLINGS: 10 a.m. Irvine Gallery and Market at River Tree Arts. Story and Studio; Miss Lynda reads and Judy B creates. Every Wednesday. Drop-in. All ages. Free. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • ANDRE BUBUS III EVENT: 6 p.m. Writer/novelist Andre Dubus III will appear at York County Community College in Wells. Part of YCCC's 10th Annual Visiting Artist Series. Free. 646-9282 / www.yccc.org.

MARCH 27

  • FREE TAX HELP: 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. Sign up begins at 9 a.m. with a sign-up sheet at our front door. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. First come, first served. Contact Carol. 985-2173/kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • TRIVIA NIGHT: 7 p.m. Trivia every Thursday night at Feile in Wells. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

MARCH 28

  • CANNOLI ROAD SHOW: 12:30 p.m. at Wells/Ogunquit Center at Moody Senior Center. Atria, Kennebunk brings "Cannoli's on the Road" to the senior center. Create your own cannoli. A game of bingo will follow dessert. $2 donation. 646-7775/www.wocam.org.
  • JEFF PITCHELL AND CHARLES NEVILLE CONCERT: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents Jeff Pitchell and Charles Neville, of the legendary Neville Brothers, with Texas Flood performing their new show, "Mardi Gras!...A taste of New Orleans and the Blues." 646-4777/http://www.jonathansrestaurant.com/concerts.cfm.
  • KARAOKE NIGHT: 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Karaoke every Friday night at Feile in Wells. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

MARCH 29

FOG AVENUE SHOW: 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Fog Avenue performs live at Feile in Wells. 251-4065/www.feilerestaurantandpub.com.

MARCH 30

Crystal Bowersox IN CONCERT: 8 p.m. at Jonathan's Ogunquit. Advance tickets start at $27.50; limited meet-and-greet tickets are $50. American Idol runner-up will perform blues, country, folk and rock.

MARCH 31

METALSMITHING AND JEWELRY CLASS: 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at River Tree Arts. This class will cover the basic beginner techniques with an emphasis on cold connections. Every Monday thru Mar 31. $165/nonmembers plus $25 materials fee (due by first class). 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.

APRIL 1

SENTRY HILL LUNCHEON: 12 p.m. at Wells/Ogunquit Center at Moody Senior Center. Lunch, door prizes, and giveaways. $8/non-members. 646-7775/www.wocam.org.

APRIL 2

  • SLIDE SHOW AND LECTURE: 10:30 a.m. River Tree Arts. "Homer in Prouts." The Portland Museum of Art brings their Art To Go program APRIL 3
  • FREE TAX HELP: 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. Sign up begins at 9 a.m. with a sign-up sheet at our front door. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. First come, first served. Contact Carol. 985-2173/kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • ART EXHIBIT: "Print. Paper. Ink." exhibit at River Tree Arts. All works on paper framed to unframed. April 3 to May 3. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.

APRIL 5

  • PIZZA PLUS CLASS: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Stone Turtle Cooking and Baking School. Learn to make pizza dough, foccacia, calzones, strombili, and even mozzarella cheese in this class. $75 (includes lunch). 324-7558/459-0567.
  • NELLIE MCKAY CONCERT: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents singer/actress Nellie McKay live in concert. 646-4777 / www.nelliemckay.com.

APRIL 6

Community Breakfast: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. Martha's Church Hall, Kennebunk, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council 12033. All welcome. All-you-can-eat buffet style breakfast, including pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon, breakfast potatoes, fruit, doughnuts, pastries, juice, coffee and tea. Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for ages 13-17, and free for those under 12. 985-6252.

APRIL 7

HOMESCHOOLING GROUP: 2 p.m. in Hank's Room at the Kennebunk Free Library. This is a chance to get together with other homeschooling families, ask questions and get ideas. Activities for children will be provided. This is a drop-in group, no pre-registration is needed. Group meets on the first Monday of the month.

APRIL 8

EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION: 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Wells Public Library. This month the group will be discussing Little Bee by Chris Cleave. Copies of this book are available through the library's MINERVA online catalog. Register by calling the library. Contact Cindy Schilling. 646-8181/ cschilling@wellstown.org.

APRIL 10

N FREE TAX HELP: 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Kennebunk Free Library. Sign up begins at 9 a.m. with a sign-up sheet at our front door. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. First come, first served. Contact Carol. 985-2173/kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.

APRIL 11

  • WOOD-FIRED OVEN INTENSIVE CLASS: Stone Turtle Cooking and Baking School. This 2-day class will gives an intensive and comprehensive introduction to wood-fired oven management. If interested, join the wait list. 324-7558/459-0567.
  • ART RECEPTION: 5 to 7 p.m. at River Tree Arts. Reception for "Print. Paper. Ink" exhibit. 967-9120/www.rivertreearts.org.
  • VICKIE MONROE EVENT: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents psychic medium Vickie Monroe. Ticket proceeds donated to Wells High School Project Graduation. 646-4777 / vickimonroe.com/index.php.

APRIL 12

  • WOOD-FIRED OVEN INTENSIVE CLASS: Stone Turtle Cooking and Baking School. This 2-day class will gives an intensive and comprehensive introduction to wood-fired oven management. If interested, join the wait list. 324-7558/459-0567.
  • ALL TOGETHER NOW CONCERT: 9 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents the All Together Now Beatles Tribute Band live in concert. 646-4777/www.alltogethernow.us.
  • DRUMBALAYA DRUM CIRCLE: 3 p.m. at the Hive in Kennebunk. Every 2nd Saturday. All ages welcome. Extra drums and rhythm toys are available for use. Free admission. Contact Karen Banning. 370-1476/kedlouise@yahoo.com.

APRIL 18

  • 'THE WELL" PARENTING WORKSHOP: 10 to 11 a.m. at the Kennebunk Free Library. Stevie Westmoreland will lead these workshops to talk about how to parent through friendship, community, wisdom and neuroscience. Monthly programs are free. www.katherinestevenswestmoreland.com.
  • MUSEUM TRUSTEE DINNER: 6 p.m. The Brick Store Museum Board of Trustees will open their homes in the next five months for a series of dinners to raise funds for the Museum's educational initiatives and preservation of our buildings. Tickets to the dinners are $60 per person, per dinner. Reservations will be taken until two weeks in advance of each dinner. Seating is limited. 985-4802.

APRIL 19


  • FRENCH ARTISAN BREADS CLASS: 10 a.m. — 4 p.m. at Stone Turtle Cooking and Baking School. Instruction and hands-on experience in making crusty European hearth breads. $75 (includes lunch). 324-7558/459-0567.
  • DON CAMPBELL BAND SHOW: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents Don Campbell's Band CD Release Celebration Show. Campbell will release his new project. 646-4777/http://www.doncampbellmusic.com/home.

APRIL 22

AFTERNOON BOOK DISCUSSION: 1:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Wells Public Library. This month the group will be discussing The Zookeeper's Wife by Diane Ackerman. Copies of this book are available through the library's MINERVA online catalog. Register by calling the library. Contact Cindy Schilling. 646-8181 / cschilling@wellstown.org.

MAY 2

JUDY COLLINS CONCERT: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents singer Judy Collins live in concert. 646-4777/www.judycollins.com.

MAY 4

Community Breakfast: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. Martha's Church Hall, Kennebunk, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council 12033. All welcome. All-you-can-eat buffet style breakfast, including pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon, breakfast potatoes, fruit, doughnuts, pastries, juice, coffee and tea. Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for ages 13-17, and free for those under 12. 985-6252.

MAY 7

  • JUDY COLLINS CONCERT: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents singer Judy Collins live in concert. 646-4777/www.judycollins.com7
  • SLIDE SHOW AND LECTURE: 10:30 a.m. River Tree Arts. "Rockwell Kent." The Portland Museum of Art brings their Art To Go program back to River Tree Arts. Suggested donation of $5. www.rivertreearts.org.

MAY 10

  • JUDY COLLINS CONCERT: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents singer Judy Collins live in concert. 646-4777/www.judycollins.com
  • DRUMBALAYA DRUM CIRCLE: 3 p.m. at the Hive in Kennebunk. Every 2nd Saturday. All ages welcome. Extra drums and rhythm toys are available for use. Free admission. Contact Karen Banning. 370-1476/kedlouise@yahoo.com.

MAY 13

EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION: 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Wells Public Library. This month is the group's "Readers' Choice" event when members are encouraged to share one or two titles that they have enjoyed over the past year and that others may also like to read. Register by calling the library. Contact Cindy Schilling. 646-8181/cschilling@wellstown.org.

MAY 16

  • MUSEUM TRUSTEE DINNER: 6:30 p.m. The Brick Store Museum Board of Trustees will open their homes in the next five months for a series of dinners to raise funds for the Museum's educational initiatives and preservation of our buildings. Tickets to the dinners are $60 per person, per dinner. Reservations will be taken until two weeks in advance of each dinner. Seating is limited. 985-4802.
  • STEVE FORBERT CONCERT: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents singer-songwriter Steve Forbert live in concert. 646-4777/www.steveforbert.com.

MAY 27

AFTERNOON BOOK DISCUSSION: 1:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Wells Public Library. This month is the group's "Readers' Choice" event when members are encouraged to share one or two titles that they have enjoyed over the past year and that others may also like to read. Register by calling the library. Contact Cindy Schilling. 646-8181/cschilling@wellstown.org.

JUNE 13

  • MUSEUM TRUSTEE DINNER: 7 p.m. The Brick Store Museum Board of Trustees will open their homes for a series of dinners to raise funds for the Museum's educational initiatives and preservation of our buildings. Tickets to the dinners are $60 per person, per dinner. Reservations will be taken until two weeks in advance of each dinner. Seating is limited. 985-4802.
  • SUZANNE WESTENHOEFFER SHOW: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents comedian Suzanne Westenhoeffer. 646-4777/www.suzannew.com.

JUNE 14

DRUMBALAYA DRUM CIRCLE: 3 p.m. at the Hive in Kennebunk. Every second Saturday. All ages welcome. Extra drums and rhythm toys are available for use. Free admission. Contact Karen Banning. 370-1476/kedlouise@yahoo.com.

JUNE 15

LEON RUSSELL CONCERT: 8 p.m. Johnathan's in Ogunquit presents Leon Russell live in concert. Advance tickets start at $60. 646-4777.

JULY 11

SETH GLIER CONCERT: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents singer-songwriter and Grammy nominee Seth Glier live in concert. 646-4777/www.sethglier.com.

JULY 25

JOHNATHAN EDWARDS CONCERT: 8 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents folk/rocker Johnathan Edwards live in concert. 646-4777/www.jonathanedwards.net.

JULY 27

BLUE SKY RIDERS CONCERT: 7 p.m. Jonathan's Ogunquit presents Kenny Loggins, Georgia Middleman, and Gary Burr performing together as their band, Blue Sky Riders. 646-4777/ blueskyridersband.com.

AUGUST 22

TOM RUSH CONCERT: Jonathan's Ogunquit presents folk singer Tom Rush live in concert. 646-4777/ www.tomrush.com.

OCTOBER 10

WOOD-FIRED OVEN INTENSIVE CLASS: Noon to 6 p.m. at Stone Turtle Cooking and Baking School. This 2-day class will gives an intensive and comprehensive introduction to wood-fired oven management. Learn to bake pizza and rustic European style breads, roast and sauté (live-fire and no-fire) meats and vegetables, oven roast mussels, make savory pastry, caramelized apple tart tatin, and more. $400 (includes plenty of food). 324-7558/459-0567.

OCTOBER 11

WOOD-FIRED OVEN INTENSIVE CLASS: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Stone Turtle Cooking and Baking School. This 2-day class will gives an intensive and comprehensive introduction to wood-fired oven management. Learn to bake pizza and rustic European style breads, roast and sauté (live-fire and no-fire) meats and vegetables, oven roast mussels, make savory pastry, caramelized apple tart tatin, and more. $400 (includes plenty of food). 324-7558/459-0567.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

  • ALISSON'S: 11 Dock Square, Kennebunkport. Trivia Night, 9 p.m. Tuesdays; live music, 7 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays. 967-4841 / www.alissons.com
  • BEACHFIRE BAR & GRILLE: Route 1, Ogunquit, 646-8998 / www.beachfiremaine.com
  • BENTLEY's SALOON: Route 1, Arundel. Open mic, 7 p.m. Wednesdays; karaoke, 8 p.m. Thursdays; live music, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; live music, 1 and 6 p.m. Sundays. 985-8966 / www.bentleyssaloon.com
  • CLAY HILL FARM: Agamenticus Road, Cape Neddick. Dave Hollis on piano, 6:30 p.m. to closing Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays. 361-2272 / www.clayhillfarm.com
  • FEDERAL JACK's BREWPUB: The Shipyard, Kennebunk Lower Village. Dancing, live music varies by week, all after 10 p.m. 967-4322 / www.federaljacks.com.
  • FEILE RESTAURANT AND PUB: 1619 Post Road, Route 1, Wells. Trivia night on Thursdays at 7 p.m. Karaoke 8:30 p.m. to midnight Fridays with Karaoke Annie. Live music on Saturdays starting at 7:30 p.m. 251-4065 / www.feilerestaurantandpub.com
  • JONATHAN'S OGUNQUIT: 2 Bourne Lane, Ogunquit. Thursday, October 7 — Leo Kottke; Sunday, October 10 — Suede; Saturday, October 16 — Farren-Butcher, Inc. 646-4777 / 1-800-464-9934 / www.jonathansrestaurant.com
  • NONANTUM RESORT: 95 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport. Lex & Joe, Mondays; Straight Lace, Tuesdays; Tony Boffa Trio, Wednesdays; Tom Snow, jazz, Thursdays. 967-4050 / www.nonantumresort.com
  • ON THE MARSH: 46 Western Ave., Kennebunk Lower Village. Jim Arsenault, piano, 6 p.m. 'til closing, Fridays and Saturdays. 967-2299 / www.onthemarsh.com
  • ONE DOCK: Dock Square, at the Kennebunkport Inn, Kennebunkport, 967-2621 / www.onedock.com.
  • PIER 77: 77 Pier Road, Cape Porpoise. Live music, 5:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. 967-8500 / www.pier77restaurant.com
  • STARFISH GRILLE: 20 South Maine St., Kennebunkport. Karaoke every Friday night 8-11 p.m. with Nate D.; live music every Saturday night 8-11 p.m. 967-8480.
  • TORCHES PATIO PUB AND GRILLE: 757 Post Road, Route 1, Wells. Live acoustics, 7 to 11 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturday. 646-0344 / www.torchespatiopub.com.

LOCAL THEATERS

PUBLIC SUPPERS

  • SOUP'S ON: The Congregational Church of Wells serves up a hot lunch at noon in the Fellowship Hall. Every Wednesday from September to June, except no school/storm days, free.
  • BEAN SUPPER: 4 to 6 p.m. the first Saturday of every month (except April 3). Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Kennebunk. 985-4803.
  • BEAN SUPPER: The Trailblazers Club on Bills Lane in Wells hold a monthly bean supper from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month, September through May. All-you-can-eat dinner features three kinds of beans, coleslaw, homemade bread, ham, hot dogs, chili, American chop suey and other homemade foods, dessert and coffee. $6 for adults, $3 for children ages 8 and up, and free for children 7 and under. Beer and wine also sold. 646-6030.
  • BEAN SUPPER: 5 to 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Saturday of every month through October. West Kennebunk Masonic Hall, West Kennebunk. Two kinds of baked beans, hot dogs, fresh bread, cole slaw, potato salad, iced tea, coffee, home-baked desserts. $6 for adults, $4 for children. Presented by the Madonna Chapter of the Eastern Star. 985-2857.
  • BEAN SUPPER: 5 to 7 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month. All-you-can-eat bean supper offers two kinds of beans, hot dogs, homemade cakes, potato salad and cole slaw with all the fixings. Ocean Lodge No. 142 Masonic Hall, Sanford Road, Wells. $6 for adults, $4 for children. 646-0852.
  • BEAN SUPPER: 5 to 7 p.m., third Saturday of the month through October. Village Baptist Church, Maine Street, Kennebunkport.
  • FRIENDSHIP LUNCH: Offered the second Monday of every month at noon at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Kennebunk.
  • HARVEST CAFÉ: 5 p.m., third Thursday of the month. Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Kennebunk. Complimentary monthly dinner. Free. 967-1911.
  • "Share the Bounty" supper: Offered the first Saturday of every month from 4 to 6 p.m. at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Kennebunk. Baked beans, hot dogs, and homemade pies. Free. 985-8759.
  • ROAST BEEF SUPPER: 5 to 6:30 p.m., second Saturday of the month, May through October, at the Arundel Lodge, Temple Street, Kennebunkport. $8, $4 for children.
  • ITALIAN DINNER: All-you-can-eat dinner includes entrée, salad, rolls, beverage and dessert. 5 to 7 p.m., last Friday of the month through October, at Wells Congregational Church, Route 1. $8, $4 for children under 4. 646-4309.
  • BREAKFAST BUFFET: The Knights of Columbus offer this public breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at St. Martha's Church, Kennebunk, on the first Sunday of every month. Pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, homefries, fruit, juice and more. $6, free for children under 12. 985-6252.
  • COFFEE SHOP: 9 to 11 a.m. weekdays. Wells/Ogunquit Center at Moody, Wells. 646-7775.

ONGOING

MONDAYS

  • Mother Goose Storytime: Wells Public Library will host this storytime in its children's area from 10:30 to 11 a.m. for children 0-24 months with a caregiver. This program offers special lap rhymes, finger plays and books to introduce your child to language and socialization. 646-8181.
  • MARGINAL WAY: Volunteers are needed each Monday to join the Marginal Way Committee to weed and groom the Way. Meet at the lighthouse at 9 a.m. and bring gloves, your favorite tool and a water bottle.
  • Time for Twos & Threes: Kennebunk Free Library offers this storytime at 10:30 a.m. and includes stories, songs and poetry.
  • SOCIAL BUTTERFLIES: This weekly drop-in playgroup meets at 11 a.m. Mondays at the Dunaway Center or Ogunquit Village playground, depending on the weather. Play until noon and then join in a picnic lunch. Free. Erin Latulippe, 251-4588 or erinlatulippe@yahoo.com.
  • after-school club : Bands of Mercy meets from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Mondays at the Animal Welfare Society. The club is for students 9-12 years old who love animals and want to be involved in animal welfare. Each week the club learns about a different topic ranging from humane animal care to the crisis threatening arctic animals.
  • Book Covers: A book group for high school students meets from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Mondays at the Kennebunk Free Library. Pre-register, 985-2173, kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • Book-to-Film Series: Movie series runs at the Kennebunk Free Library on the first Monday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m.
  • Evergreen Quilters: Group meets the fourth Monday of each month, except July and December, from 6 to 9 p.m. at St. David's Episcopal Church, Route 1, Kennebunk. Newcomers are always welcome.
  • HOMESCHOOLING GROUP: 1 to 3 p.m. every first Monday of the month at Kennebunk Free Library No registration required. Families are invited to drop by for support and to ask questions. 985-2173.

TUESDAYS

  • Kennebunk Portside Rotary: Club meets at 7:15 a.m. Tuesdays for a breakfast meeting at the Village Fire Station, 30 North St., Kennebunkport. www.kennebunkportsiderotary.org.
  • Story Time: The Animal Welfare Society will host this event from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays at the shelter in West Kennebunk. Animal-related book and craft project. 3-6 years old; adult supervision is required. Donations are appreciated but not required. 985-3244, Ext. 109 / awshe@animalwelfaresociety.org.
  • Teen Movie Night: Kennebunk Free Library offers a different film the first Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAYS

  • Toddler Time: Wells Public Library will host this storytime in its children's area at 10:30 a.m. for children 2-3 years with a caregiver. This program features special books, songs, movement activities all designed to help develop your child's language skills. 646-8181.
  • BINGO: The Wells-Ogunquit Senior Center will hold Bingo at 6 p.m., throughout the winter.
  • Stories and More: Wells Public Library will host this storytime in its children's area at 1 p.m. for children ages 3-5 years old. This program includes stories, songs and movement activities plus a craft. Caregivers are asked to remain nearby and assist with the craft. 646-8181.
  • PRESCHOOL STORYTIMES: Toddler Time at Wells Public Library starts at 10:30 a.m. every Wednesday for children ages 2-3 with a caregiver. Stories and More starts at 1 p.m. every Wednesdays for children ages 3-5.
  • STORY HOURS: 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Graves Library, Kennebunkport. Interactive storytimes are geared for children ages 1-5 and includes finger puppets, songs, crafts, and books, books, books. No reservations or sign-ups required. Free.
  • KNITTING & CROCHET GROUP: 10:30 am. at Wells Public Library. Bring your current project to the library to meet with your neighbors. There will be opportunities for beginners to learn how to knit or crochet. 646-8181.
  • Knitting Group: The New School hosts this group every Wednesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Bring your knitting, relax, knit, talk about the book you are reading and meet new people. 985-3745.
  • Monthly Trivia Night: Kennebunk Free Library will host this monthly event the last Wednesday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. Participants can either play for pay or play for free. To play for pay, each participant pays $2 a head, and the winning individual or team gets half the proceeds — KFL gets the rest. 985-2173 / www.kennebunklibrary.org.
  • Ask the Computer Tutor: Have a specific e-mail, Internet or software question? Individualized questions answered on the first three Wednesdays of the month from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the Kennebunk Free Library. Call 985-2173 to reserve a spot or just wait your turn.
  • WELLS FARMERS MARKET: 1:30 to 5 p.m. outside Wells Town Hall. Local fruits and vegetables, produce, baked goods, flowers, eggs, meats, fresh and dried herbs, herbal soaps, fresh bread and potted plants. Rain or shine; weekly through Oct. 14.

THURSDAYS

  • Peek-a-Book Babies: Kennebunk Free Library hosts this group for children ages 2 and under at 10:30 a.m. Songs, rhymes, fingerplays and books.
  • Adult Book Club: The Animal Welfare Society's meets on the fourth Thursday of the month from 5 to 7 p.m. to discuss a different animal-related book over a potluck dinner. 985-3244, Ext. 109 / www.animalwelfaresociety.org.
  • Adult Book Discussion Group: Graves Library in Kennebunkport hosts this group on the second Thursday of every month at 9:45 a.m. New members welcome. A list of upcoming books is available at the circulation desk.
  • Preschool Storytime: Kennebunk Free Library hosts this group at 1:30 p.m. Thursdays. Activities, crafts and books.
  • Page Turners book discussion group: Middle-school students meet from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. every Thursday at the Kennebunk Free Library. Pre-register, 985-2173, kfl@kennebunk.lib.me.us.
  • BOOK BINGO: Graves Library will offer this program from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month for players age 6 and up. Learn about books, authors and illustrators; the winner of each game will be able to select a book to take home and add to his or her own collection. 967-2778.
  • "ALL ABOUT?": Graves Library will offer this program from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month for ages 6 and up. Each month a different presenter will discuss, demonstrate and answer questions about his/her field of speciality. 967-2778.
  • COMMUNITY SERVICE: Graves Library will welcome young volunteers from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month. This is an opportunity to learn more about what goes on behind the scenes at your library, and to help out in your community. 967-2778.
  • WINE TASTING: 4 to 7 p.m., third Thursday of the month. H.B. Provisions, Lower Village, Kennebunk. Free.

FRIDAYS

  • Storytime: Graves Library in Kennebunkport hosts this event every Friday at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. No registration is required and all ages are welcome. Free. www.graves.lib.me.us.
  • FAMILY STORYTIME: Kennebunk Free Library hosts this group for all ages at 10:30 a.m. 985-2173.
  • KNITTING/CROCHET GROUP: 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Wells Public Library. Crafters of all ages are invited to bring their latest project . All ages are welcome.
  • weekly chess or cribbage matches: Graves Library in Kennebunkport hosts this group at 1 p.m. Fridays and goes until someone loses. Free. www.graves.lib.me.us.
  • Teen Gaming: 3 p.m. Kennebunk Free Library. Free. Gaming at the Library is a weekly drop-in gaming program that includes electronic games and fantasy board games. Gaming offers Wii Sports, Wii Sports Resort, Super Smash Brothers Brawl, and Rock Band 2.
  • NEVER BOARD: Grab some friends and head over to Graves Memorial Library on Fridays after school from 2:45 to 4 p.m. For grades 6-12. Snacks and drinks provided.

SATURDAYS

  • KENNEBUNK FARMERS MARKET: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the municipal parking lots beside Kennebunk Pharmacy. Fresh produce, flowers, eggs, meats, herbs, cheese, baked goods, potted plants and more. Rain or shine, weekly through November.
  • SOULFUL STRETCH: Yoga classes for all ages at Messiah Christian Church, Wells, brings together God's Word, Christian music, prayer, movement with breath, and gentle yoga stretches and poses. Soulful Stretch begins at 9 a.m. Seated Soulful Stretch begins at 10:15 a.m. and offers more gentle stretching and breathing, while seated in a chair. Increase flexibility, reduce stress, and just feel better with these classes. 985-9287.
  • RESERVE NATURE PROGRAM: Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, located off Route 9 in Wells, will host special nature programs at 10 a.m. each Saturday and Sunday through mid-August. Programs are free and open to the public with each program lasting between 30 minutes and 1 hour. Refuge staff will lead guided walks along the Carson Trail.
  • The Southern Maine Guild of Spinners and Weavers: Group meets the third Saturday of each month at St. David's Episcopal Church, 138 Route 1, Kennebunk. Gwen Vesenka, 967-0398.

SUNDAYS

  • RESERVE NATURE PROGRAM: Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, located off Route 9 in Wells, will host special nature programs at 10 a.m. each Saturday and Sunday through mid-August. Programs are free and open to the public with each program lasting between 30 minutes and 1 hour. Refuge staff will lead guided walks along the Carson Trail.
  • NUBBLE LIGHTHOUSE KEEPERS DANCE: Weekly dances at the Wells Activity Center, Route 109, start with a beginners class from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dancing Mainstream and Plus, with rounds in between, with caller Joe Casey will then run from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. 985-8521 / 641-9954.

EXERCISE

SACRED MOVEMENT YOGA: Yoga classes, teacher training, massage offered. 409-4216 / www.sacredmovement.net.

WORSHIP SERVICES

  • ST. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 4:30 p.m. Sundays. 7 Portland Road, Kennebunk, with the Rev. Mark Wendorf. 985-4030 / www.saintandrewspresbyterian.org.
  • HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH: First worship service, featuring a Modern Lutheran Liturgy, will be at 8:15 a.m. and the second worship service, featuring a traditional Lutheran Liturgy, will be at 9:45 a.m. Coffee and fellowship served in Luther Hall in between the services. Lord and Storer streets, Kennebunk. 985-4803 / www.kennebunklutheran.org.
  • St. Ann's Episcopal CHURCH: Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 8 a.m. every Sunday at the outdoor chapel (weather permitting). Morning prayer is held in the church at 10 a.m with Holy Eucharist celebrated the first Sunday of each month. On Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport. FMI 967-8043 or www.stannskennebunkport.org.
  • CHRIST CHURCH: Sunday worship starts at 10 a.m. Sunday. Christ Church, 6 Dane St, Kennebunk: 985-4494.
  • ST. DAVID's EPISCOPAL CHURCH: 8 a.m. Sundays Rite I worship and 10:30 a.m. Sundays Rite II worship with hymns, choir and church school. Nursery care available. 138 York St. (Route 1 South), Kennebunk. Kennebunk. 985-3073 / www.stdavidskennebunk.org.
  • First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church: Sunday services start at 0:30 a.m. Coffee hour follows. Main Street, Kennebunk.
  • SOUTH CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH UCC: 10:30 a.m. Sundays. 2 North Street and Temple Street, Kennebunkport. church school and nursery care provided 967-2793 / www.southchurchucc.org.
  • St. Ann's Episcopal Church: All are welcome to worship. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 8 a.m. every Sunday at the outdoor chapel (weather permitting). Morning prayer is held in the church at 10 a.m. with Holy Eucharist celebrated the first Sunday of each month. The Sundays following Labor Day, Holy Eucharist will be celebrated in the church at 9:30 a.m. The final service of the season will be Sept. 29. Ocean Avenue, Kennebunkport. 967-8043 / www.stannskennebunkport.org.

SUPPORT

Al-Anon/Alateen Family Groups: meets every Monday in Kennebunk from 8-9P.M. at the Sea Road Church at 140 Sea Road. For additional information 1-888-4AL-ANON or www.al-anon.alateen.org. This is a confidential meeting for families and friends of problem drinkers.


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