2021 Summertime calendar
Summertime 2021
All events subject to change – particularly this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please call the FMI numbers (Maine area code 207) included in the calendar listings, for current information.
Check the calendar of events on the Boothbay Register website Summertime tab and in the latest issue of the Boothbay Register/Wiscasset Newspaper while you are here.
Seating at the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave.: 50-person maximum. All seats reserved at tables, physically spaced. Tickets/reservations, box office: 633-5159. No tickets online.
JUNE
10 – Andrew Sords Dueling Divas – Limited seating – Violinists Andrew Sords and Mari Sato, with pianist Daniel Overly at the Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Advance tickets $25 only through the Opera House box office or call 633-5159. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., music at 7.
12 – Seth Warner – Limited seating. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., music at 7.
13 – Ellis Paul, Seth Glier & Vance Gilbert – Limited seating. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., music at 7.
19 – First Commodore Cup – Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club. All sailboat classes welcome. Races begin at 1:30. FMI/registration: www.bhyc.net/racing-and-regattas
20 – Father’s Day Train – Boothbay Railway Village, 586 Wiscasset Road/Route 27, Boothbay. Dads ride free with the kids! FMI: https://railwayvillage.org
22 – Gaelic Storm – 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m.
25-27 - Tall Ships Festival - Deck tours aboard Spirit of Bermuda, Privateer Lynx, and Nao Santa Maria . Two sessions: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. Advance tickets - $20 through Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3vOfbPG; tickets purchased the day of tour selected: $25 at the Friends of Windjammer Days tent in the Whale Park. FMI: www.boothbayharborwindjammerdays.org
26 – Jim Brickman – 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com
27 – Fun Sail – Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club. All sailboats less than 30 feet welcome! 1 p.m. start at the USCG buoy east of the BHYC mooring field and sail to Tumbler Island Buoy (R8), then to the inner harbor green buoy (G9) and back to CG buoy-3X. FMI: https://www.bhyc.net
27 – July 3 – Windjammer Days – FMI: www.boothbayharborwindjammersdays.org
JULY
1-3 – Windjammer Days – FMI: www.boothbayharborwindjammerdays.org
2 – Red, White & Blue Picnic – St. Columba’s Episcopal Church, Emery Lane, Boothbay Harbor.
3 – Classic Boat Race – For boats of all classes but special prizes for older classic boats. A pursuit start in the outer harbor. FMI: www.bhyc.net/racing-and-regattas
3 - Annual “Horrible’ Parade - Starts at Van Horn Road this year. Line up early for a 9:30 a.m. start. Running races and treats at the Casino (25 Park St., East Boothbay) after the parade!
3, 4 – Olde Village Days – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Boothbay Railway Village, 586 Wiscasset Road/Route 27, Boothbay. Celebrating “the way it was” just in time for the Fourth! FMI: https://railwayvillage.org
4 - Southport Fourth of July Parade – TENTATIVE - Parade begins at 8 a.m. at Southport Memorial Library, 1032 Hendricks Hill Road. Includes a Carriage Parade for dolls and real live babies; kid carnival. Parade ends at Southport Central School (on Route 27), location of the carnival. FMI: Medea -350-9142.
8 – Susan Werner – 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com
10 - Ocean Point Kids Fun Run & 5k - Advance registration at: https://bit.ly/3xF5mFd. Kids run starts at 8 a.m.; 5k at 8:30 a.m. Race Day Registration will be at the Casino (25 Park St., E. Boothbay) beginning at 7:15 a.m. We will accept cash or check (sorry no credit cards)!
11 – ’Round Southport Race – For boats of all sizes, often drawing 20 or more boats. Southport Yacht Club and Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club shared sailing event. Pursuit-style start 11 a.m. from Ebenecook to Tumbler Island. FMI: www.bhyc.net/racing-and-regattas
15 – Southport UMC Country Fair – At publication time, plans for the Country Fair were uncertain. The hope is to offer a modified version of the Fair. Times to be determined. Southport Methodist Church, 372 Hendricks Hill Road/Route 27. Southport Town Hall across the street! Watch for updates in the Boothbay Register.
15 – Matt Nakoa – Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. Tickets through box office 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m., music at 7:30. https://boothbayoperahouse.com
17 – Antique Auto Day: Sock Hop (with Murky Waters Band), Soda Pops & Whistle Stops – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Boothbay Railway Village, 586 Wiscasset Road/Route 27, Boothbay. FMI: https://railwayvillage.org
18 – Jazz Church Service – 9:30 a.m. at Barrett’s Park, Lobster Cove Road. Boothbay Harbor Featuring Barney Balch & Friends. Annual gathering of the Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor. If weather is uncooperative, service will be at the church, 125 Townsend Ave. - seating restrictions/masks. FMI: lincolnartsfestivalbbh@gmail.com or call the church at 633-4757.
22 - Joan Osborne - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. Tickets through box office 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m., music at 7:30. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
23 - Attic Treasures Sale - Ocean Point Casino, 25 Park St., East Boothbay. Time: TBA
23 & 24- The Hot Sardines - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor, 86 Townsend Ave. Tickets through box office 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m., music at 7:30. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
24 – Summerfest – On the Wiscasset Common from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Crafts; yard sale items; treasures, jewelry, plants, baked goods, and toys. Live music. Lunch from the Uncommon Cafe. Children's events/activities. Dog show. FMI: church office – 882-7544; fccw@myfairpoint.net, or visit uccwiscasset.org
24, 25 – 47th Annual Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club Regatta – Combining the new Shipyard Cup Classics Challenge with the traditional large PHRF and One Design fleets will make for an exciting experience. July 24 – Racing starts at 11:30 a.m. in outer Boothbay; evening party and reception at Boothbay Shipyard. July 25: Racing begins at 12 p.m., outer Boothbay. Awards ceremony at 4:30 p.m. or after the racing ends, at BHYC. Registration and more information at www.Regattaman.com
31 – Second Commodore Cup – Boothbay Harbor Yacht Club sailing event. All classes welcome. 1:30 p.m. start in the outer harbor. FMI: www.bhyc.net/racing-and-regattas
AUGUST
5 - Antonio Lopez & Friends - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only (beginning July 1): 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
6-Lincoln Arts Festival Chorus - Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor. Vivaldi’s “Gloria,” directed by Linda Blanchard and accompanist Sean Fleming, 7:30 p.m. FMI, call 633-3913 or email lincolnartsfestivalbbh@gmail.com
7 – Boothbay Harbor One Design Regatta - Save the date for this new regatta in beautiful Boothbay Harbor, a one-day regatta featuring class races for J/80s, J/22s, our local Boothbay Harbor One Design fleet, and more. FMI and registration: https://www.bhyc.net
7 – 28th annual YMCA Rowgatta – 8:30 a.m. launch at Knickercane Landing, Barters Island. 8:30 am launch at Knickercane Landing. Must register by 5 p.m. Aug. 1. FMI/registration: ajones@brymca.org
7 - Mile 12 - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only (beginning July 1): 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
8-Lincoln Arts Festival Chorus - Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor. Vivaldi’s “Gloria,” directed by Linda Blanchard and accompanist Sean Fleming, 7:30 p.m. FMI, call 633-3913 or email lincolnartsfestivalbbh@gmail.com
13 - Annual Blueberry Pancake Breakfast & Bake Sale from 8 to 11 a.m. At St. Columba’s Episcopal Church, 32 Emery Lane, Boothbay Harbor.
13 - Cattle Call - 7 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only (beginning July 1): 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
13 – 15 - Art Show & Sale – UPDATED LOCATION: Boothbay Region YMCA Field House, Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor. Preview Sale Thursday, Aug. 12, 5 to 7 p.m. Friday/Saturday 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. FMI/updates call 633-3913 or email lincolnartsfestivalbbh@gmail.com
14 – Second Classic Boat Race – For boats of all classes but special prizes for older classic boats. A pursuit start in the outer harbor. FMI: www.bhyc.net/racing-and-regattas
14 – Sons of Serendip - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
14, 15 - Southport Yacht Club Arts & Crafts Show - Crafts and other items in the Clubhouse and Junior Building at 38 Cosy Harbor Road, Southport. Both days 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 633-2117.
18 – 22 – Wiscasset SchoonerFest – new event! Wiscasset Town Pier (Water Street), Town Common and downtown (Route 1). In honor of our historic schooners, Hesper and Luther Little, we invite you to spend the week exploring our coastal village and the third deepest harbor in Maine. Events include live music, Schooners-on-the-Sheepscot, food trucks, triathlon, geocaching treasure hunt, and many kids’ activities. Times TBA. FMI: www.wiscassetschoonerfest.com or peter@berkshiredesign.com
20 – John Gorka – 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
21 – Boothbay Harbor Offshore One Design races - For boats of all classes. Races start at 1:30 p.m., start is in the outer harbor. FMI: www.bhyc.net/racing-and-regattas
21 – Slocan Ramblers – 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
21 – Southport Fireman's Auction – Southport Fire Station, Route 27, Southport. Flea market opens 6 a.m., miscellaneous items in the garden at 7 a.m., auction at 9 a.m.
26 - Peppino D’Agostino - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
28 – Novel Jazz Septet – 7:30 p.m. presenting the music of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn. Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor, 125 Townsend Ave. Limited seating/masks required. FMI/updates: 633-6546 and lincolnartsfestival.org
28 - Dave Mallett - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
SEPTEMBER
3 - Cantrip - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
4 - Richard Thompson - A solo, acoustic performance. 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
9 - Jacob Joliff Band - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
10 – Maine Open Lighthouse Day - Participating lighthouses at www.lighthousefoundation.org
11 – Annual Poetry Workshop – via Zoom with Carol Bahofner. Details TBA. FMI/tickets: 633-3913 and lincolnartsfestivalbbh@gmail.com
11 – Books in Boothbay – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meet Maine authors, buy new books and have them autographed. Boothbay Railway Village, 586 Wiscasset Road/Route 27, Boothbay. FMI: https://railwayvillage.org
11, 12 – Boothbay Harbor Fest Vintage Market – Street food, music, lawn games, vintage clothing dress-up … more! Boothbay Railway Village, 586 Wiscasset Road/Rte. 27, Boothbay. FMI: https://railwayvillage.org
18 – The Music of Dominic Garvey Lives On – 7 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
18 - Boothbay Charities Classic - The 30th annual Boothbay Charities Classic will host their first ever Cornhole Tournament to benefit Special Olympics Maine on the museum’s 4-acre village green. The tournament will offer prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place, and there will also be an auction, raffles and food and beverage for sale. To sign up email Brenda Blackman at brenda.blackman@thefirst.com, or show up the day of the tournament. $25 per person or $50 per team.
18 - Stephen Porter, pianist. Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor, 7:30 p.m. FMI, call 633-3913 or email lincolnartsfestivalbbh@gmail.com
25 – Beppe Gembetta – 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/
OCTOBER
1 - Seth Glier - CD release party! 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m.
2 – Family Harvest Day – This fall celebration is a long-standing family favorite featuring classic New England festivities such as hayrides, pumpkin decorating, games on the village green and of course, train rides. The community inspired event will offer reduced museum admission for the entire day. FMI: https://railwayvillage.org
2 – Skerryvore - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com/ This show was rescheduled from Sept. 14.
8 – Rodney Crowell – 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through the box office: 633-5159.
9 - Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Hass - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office : 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com
9, 10 – Fall Foliage Festival – Hours: 10/9 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; 10/10 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.The 53rd annual Fall Foliage Festival will return after an unwanted year off, promising a family fun atmosphere, fabulous vendors, fall foods, Jolie Rogers Traveling Raw Bar, and great music. The event is a fundraiser for the museum and the Boothbay Region Information Center. This Midcoast tradition is a crowd favorite, with many getting a jump on early Christmas shopping. FMI: http://railwayvillage.org
16 – High Tea – St. Columba’s Episcopal Church, 32 Emery Lane, Boothbay Harbor.
16 - Jigjam - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com
20 – Altan - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com
22 - Amythyst Kiah - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com
23 - USAF Heritage Winds - The wind quintet component of the United States Air Force Heritage of America Band. Two quintets will perform from a repertoire to include classics by composers such as Paul Taffanel and Carl Nielsen, extending to more contemporary works by 21st century composers. Free concert. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Concert at 7.
31 - Community Halloween Party - The museum has always taken Halloween seriously, “tricking or treating” thousands of families over the years. This year will be no exception, just altered to accommodate for a Covid-friendly environment. Trick or Treaters (in costume) can visit exhibits for candy, play games on the green, and enter to win best costume of the year for a free 2022 membership. Admission is free all day (11 a.m.-4 p.m.) and train rides are $5 per ride (members ride free).
NOVEMBER
5 - Hanneke Cassel Trio - 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m. https://boothbayoperahouse.com
6 – Early Bird Sale! – In Damariscotta and Bath. Local businesses offer holiday discounts beginning in the early morning hours. Check the special pages in the Boothbay Register/Wiscasset Newspaper the week before for specifics.
13 – Early Bird Sale! – In Wiscasset. Local businesses offer holiday discounts. Check the special pages in the Boothbay Register/Wiscasset Newspaper the week before for specifics.
14 – The Small Glories – 7 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 6:30.
15-ish - Gardens Aglow – The holiday lights light up for another season. Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens is transformed into a magical winter wonderland. Last year’s driving experience, held due to COVID-19, was very successful! Goes through Dec. 31. Open Thursday-Sunday, 4-9 p.m. Tickets, info: www.mainegardens.org
20 – Early Bird Sale & Pajama Party - Local business owners of the Boothbay region offer super discounts – some just in the early morning hours 6-9; others offer a flat percentage of savings all day. Check out the ads in the Boothbay Register’s Nov. 14 edition.
27 – Fire Truck Parade – Featuring decorated area trucks. Parade starts at Boothbay Common.
TBA – Christmas Tree Trains – WW&F Railway Museum, 97 Cross Road, Alna. Pick a tree at the farm – it will be delivered to your car by train. 882-4193. http://wwfry.org
DECEMBER
1-31 – Hike the Holiday Story Trail – Follow the illustrated signs that tell a tale along the trail at Boothbay Region Land Trust’s (BRLT) Oak Point Farm, 60 Samoset Road, Boothbay Harbor. Easy one-mile loop. Suitable for children of all ages. Free. FMI: Environmental Educator Tracey Hall at thall@bbrlt.org or 633-4818.
1-31 – Gardens Aglow – At Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, transformed into a magical winter wonderland with 600,000 lights – through Dec. 31. Tickets, info: www.mainegardens.org
TBA – Festival of Trees – The magical holiday forest returns! Opera House at Boothbay Harbor.
4 – Harbor Lights Festival – Santa, Mrs. Claus and their North Pole entourage come to town. Wagon rides, lighted boat parade, visit with The Clauses, live Nativity, craft show, Festival of Trees and more. Events around downtown Boothbay Harbor. Call Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce for more info: 633-2353.
4 & 5 North Pole Express - Mark your calendars because the beloved North Pole Express is back! The event will also have a few changes to accommodate for our new environment, but in this case, change is good, and Santa promises a good time will be had by all.
10 – A Cherish the Ladies Christmas – 7:30 p.m. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. Tickets through box office only: 633-5159. Doors open at 7 p.m.
11 & 12 -North Pole Express - Mark your calendars because the beloved North Pole Express is back! The event will also have a few changes to accommodate for our new environment, but in this case, change is good, and Santa promises a good time will be had by all.
18 & 19 - North Pole Express - Mark your calendars because the beloved North Pole Express is back! The event will also have a few changes to accommodate for our new environment, but in this case, change is good, and Santa promises a good time will be had by all.
18-20 - Gingerbread Spectacular - Dough Ball Party and Awards Ceremony on Friday the 18th; and then Saturday, the 19th and Sunday, the 20th, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the Incredible gingerbread creations will be on display against the backdrop of a decked out Opera House. Tickets required for Friday’s events. Saturday & Sunday are free.
TBA – Christmas Tree Trains – WW&F Railway Museum, 97 Cross Road, Alna. Pick a tree at the farm - it will be delivered to your car by train. 882-4193. http://wwfry.org
TBA – Victorian Christmas – Free trains, horse-drawn wagon rides (sleigh if there’s snow), visit from Santa, cookies! 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. WW& F Railway, 97 Cross Road, Alna. 882-4193. http://wwfry.org
15 -- Men's Night – Local merchants offer super discounts to finish those Christmas lists – and some will even be cooking up burgers and other tasty treats on the sidewalks to keep up your strength.
18 – 20 – Gingerbread Spectacular - Opera House at Boothbay Harbor. See Gingerbreads! 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. Music. Bake sale. Free admittance. www.boothbayoperahouse.com
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Boothbay Region Land Trust Hikes and Programs
Call 633-4818 or visit www.bbrlt.org for event details and directions to the preserves.
Arts & Crafts Shows
Subject to change due to COVID-19. Masks required. Social distancing observed.
Boothbay Region Arts & Crafts – Boothbay Common, Route 27, Boothbay. All shows Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 29 and 30, June 12 and 13, June 26 and 27, July 3 and 4, July 24 and 25, August 28 and 29, Sept. 4 and 5. Always dog-friendly!
Harbor Arts & Crafts Guild – Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library – on the lawn, 4 Oak St., Boothbay Harbor. All shows 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Every Wednesday, June 30 - Sept. 9. No rain dates
Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
Barters Island Road, Boothbay * 633-4333
Visit www.mainegardens.org for COVID-19 protocol during your visit.
What’s blooming: mainegardens.org/blog/category/horticulture/whats-in-bloom
Weekends May through October: Town of Boothbay residents enjoy free admittance with photo ID/license
The first Wednesday of each month: May – October, Lincoln County residents admitted free with photo ID/license
Farmer's Markets
FMI: www.mainefarmersmarkets.org
Boothbay – Boothbay Common, Route 27: Thursdays - 9 a.m. to noon, May 20 - Oct. 7
Damariscotta – At Round Top Farm - Fridays, 9 a.m. to noon, May 21 - Oct. 29
Wiscasset – Waterfront; Wednesdays - 3-6 p.m. June - October
Year Round Club Meetings
Rotary Club – 66 Montgomery Road, Boothbay Harbor: every Thursday at 6 p.m.
Masons Seaside Lodge #144 – Route 96/Ocean Point Road, East Boothbay, 1st Monday at 6:30 p.m. (Oct. - June)
Masons Bayview Lodge #196 – Route 96/Ocean Point Road, East Boothbay, 2nd Thursday at 6:30 p.m. (Aug. - May)
Lions Club – 12 Lakeview Road, Boothbay Harbor: 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. (Sept. - June)
American Legion breakfast
25 Industrial Park Road (off Route 27), Boothbay
June 13 & 27; July 11 & 25;
Aug. 8 & 22; Sept. 5 & 19; Oct. 10 & 24; Nov. 7
All you can eat from 7 to 9 a.m. Blueberry and plain pancakes, scrambled eggs (or any style requested), corned beef hash, sausage, bacon, Belgian waffles, French toast, home fries, baked beans, cereal, toast, orange juice, coffee, tea, milk. $8/adults; school-age youth/$3; children 5 and under eat free. FMI: 633-0617 and Facebook
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