The greater Bangor region is alive with activity in every season. You can find a variety of cultural, educational and recreational experiences sure to enhance any convention, trade show, motorcoach tour or family vacation. Look below to find an event that will be going on when you visit the Bangor Region.

 

June 2004

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John Tercyak - Entertainer

Jun 1 - Oct 11
John will be performing on the Fiddle and Guitar with vocals for Sunset Cruises aboard the Four-Masted Schooner, Margaret Todd, departing from the Bar Harbor Inn Pier every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at 6:30pm from now until Columbus Day.
Bar Harbor Inn Pier, Bar Harbor, Maine
Contact: 207-288-4585

Ongoing - Bangor Museum & Center for History presents:

Jun 1 - Dec 31
“Images of New England-Visions of Bangor: Photography and the Human Experience,” now through January 31, 2005. 6 State Street will be open Tuesday-Friday from 10am- 4pm and Saturday from noon-4p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday. Admission is Free.
Bangor Museum, 6 State Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-942-1900

Ongoing - Bangor Police Museum

Jun 1 - Dec 1
Bangor Police Museum is for the police buff in the crowd. The museum has items that date back to the 1700's.
35 Court Street, Bangor Maine
Contact: Monday - Friday by Appointment Only - 207-947-7384

Ongoing - Cole Land Transportation Museum

Jun 1 - Nov 11
Open every day 9 to 5. Kids get in for free. The museum's collection is a tribute to the thousands of Maine land transportation pioneers whose dedicatd work cleared, reshaped the land, and constructed the highways and rail lines that allowed the state's development beyond its seacoast. Also located on the museum grounds is the State of Maine WWII Veterans Memorial, a Maine Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the Maine Military ORder of Purple Heart Monument. Adults $6, Seniors $4 age 18 and under Free
405 Perry Road, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-990-3600

Ongoing - Hose 5 Fire Museum

Jun 1 - Dec 1
Local firefighting history archives, photographs, fire trucks, fire fighting equipment, memorabilia. Open May-Oct 9am to 12pm Saturdays. Call for appointment.
247 State Street, Bangor Maine
Contact: 945-3229

Ongoing - Hudson Museum

Jun 1 - Dec 1
Featuring Indian Baskets and other native arts. Some of the finest archaeological objects from Central American, with events for kids. Guided tours & gallery programs. Artifacts from Micronesia to Maine excite the imaginaiton. Tues- Fri 9am-4pm & Sat 11am-4pm. Closed Mondays & Holidays.
University of Maine, Orono, Maine
Contact: 207-581-1901

Ongoing - Maine Air Museum

Jun 1 - Oct 17
Come out and enjoy seeing our new exhibits including a WWII Link Trainer used to train airmen on instrument flying. Museum hours will be 10am to 4pm, admission $2 per adult and $1 per child with a maximum of $5 per family. Directions: From 195 take the Hammond Street exit and head for the airport. Once at Hammond & Maine Ave, turn right, and the museum will be on your left.
Maine Avenue, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-941-6757 or 1-877-280-MAHS

Ongoing - Maine Discovery Museum

Jun 1 - Dec 1
The largest children's museum North of Boston. With 7 major interactive exhibit areas on 3 floors kids & adults will enjoy all kinds of hands-on activities. Open Tues-Sat 9:30am 5:00pm and Sunday 11am-5pm.
74 Main Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: For more information call 207-262-7200

Ongoing - Page Farm & Home Museum

Jun 1 - Dec 31
Located in the last original agricultural building on the University of Maine Campus. Houses an ever-growing collection of farm implements & households items, divided into 3 exhibits.
University of Maine, Orono, Maine
Contact: 207-581-4100

Ongoing - Penobscot Nation Museum

Jun 1 - Dec 1
Exhibits include Maine native sweetgrass and brown as baskets, beadwork and 1800's Eastern Woodland Headdress. Hours: Mon-Thurs 12-5pm; Sat & Sun 10am-2pm.
Indian Island, Old Town, Maine
Contact: 207-827-4153

Ongoing - UMaine Sports Tickets

Jun 1 - Dec 30
The Athletic Ticket Office is open Monday thru Friday - 8:30am to 4:00pm,
Alfond Arena, University of Maine, Orono, Maine
Contact: 207-581-BEAR or 800-756-TEAM - foir tickets or Information

BANGOR HIGH ART AT THE LIBRARY

Jun 2 - Jun 30
It's always exciting to see the work of talented young artists! Bangor High School students will be showing their works at the Library throughout the month of June. The graphic artists will be showing their work in the Lecture Hall, with photographs in the Stairwell Gallery. An opening will be held Wednesday, June 2 from 5-7pm. The public is welcome.
Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-8336

Ongoing - University of Maine Museum of Art

Jun 2 - Jun 19
Tues - Sat 9-5 and Sun 11-5. Gallery I: Jim Dow - "American and National League Baseball Stadiums". Gallery II: Marguerite Robichaux "Over Yonder", and in the Linda G. & Donald N. Zillman Gallery: Jessica Gandolf, "Painting"
Norumbega Hall, 40 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401
Contact: 207-561-3350

Harness Racing Bangor Race Way

Jun 4 - Jun 27
June Schedule: Friday, June 4 - 7:30 post time; Sunday, June 6 - 1:30 post time Friday, June 11 - 7:30 post time Sunday, June 13 - 1:30 post time Friday, June 18 - 7:30 post time Sunday, June 20 - 1:30 post time Friday, June 25 - 7:30 post time; Sunday, June 27 - 1:30 post time
Bass Park, Bangor Maine
Contact: 207-947-6767 or 947-6744 or email at info@bangorraceway.com

Roxy Leigh Cruises on the Penobscot River

Jun 5 - Oct 24
The Roxy Leigh will be cruising up and down the Penobscot River every weekend this summer. Cruises will be offered 1-4 and 6-9 on Saturdays and Sundays.
Picking up passenger behind the Sea Dog on Front Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-223-4781

Twilite Delite Concerts - "King Pirogi

Jun 17
King Pirogi will perform at 7:00pm. www.midcoast.com/~balrog/kingpier.jpg
Downtown Waterfront, Front Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-945-4400 ext 409

American Legion Convention

Jun 18 - Jun 19
Call for more information.
Bangor Civic Center
Contact: (207) 947-5555

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jun 18
Lumberjacks vs Berkshire. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Spectacular Event Center presents...Friday-Motor Booty Affair

Jun 18
The Ultimate Disco Dance Party Band! Bangor's new dance club night! This high energy band will paly the greatest hits from the 70's in their funky get up. Must be 21 or older. Doors open 8:00, Dancing 8:30-midnight. Tickets are $15pp. Includes appetizer buffet and cash bar. Reserve Tickets early
Spectacular Event Center, Griffin Road, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-941-8700

Spectacular Event Center presents...Friday-Motor Booty Affair-Club Night

Jun 18
The Ultimate Disco Dance Party Band!! Bangor's new dance club night!! This high energy band will play the greatest hits from the 70's in their funky get up. Must be 21 or older. Doors open at 8:00pm. Dancing 8:30-midnight. Tickets $15pp includes appetizer buffet and cash bar. Reserver your tickets early.
Spectacular Event Center, Griffin Road, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-941-8700

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jun 19
Lumberjacks vs Berkshire. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Bay Chamber Concerts presents: Musici de Montreal Orchestra

Jun 19
Season Finale! 2003/2004 Performing Arts Series. 7:30pm. Call or check out the website for tickets and information.
Strom Auditorium, Camden Hills High School, Route 90, Rockport, Maine
Contact: 207-236-2823 or www.baychamberconcerts.org

Eastern Maine Soapbox Derby

Jun 19
For ages 8-16, great fun racers and spectators!
Brewer
Contact: (207) 989-5199

John Tercyak - Entertainer

Jun 19
John will be performing on the Fiddle and Guitar with vocals at the Parkside Restaurant from 3-5pm for the season, weather permitting.
Parkside Restaurant, 185 Main Street, Bar Harbor, Maine
Contact: 207-288-3709

John Tercyak - Entertainer

Jun 19 - Oct 10
John will be performing on the Fiddle and Guitar with vocals at the Parkside Restaurant from 3-5pm for the season, weather permitting.
Parkside Restaurant, 185 Main Street, Bar Harbor, Maine
Contact: 207-288-3709

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jun 20
Lumberjacks vs Berkshire. 2:00pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad - Father's Day

Jun 20
Departs 12:30pm. Pamper Dad on his special day. Relax with Dad and treat him to Lunch in the Dining Car. Door prizes will be awarded. Special rates for all, Dad's ride for half price ($7.50), $12.00 for adults and $6 for children.
Belfast and Unity Stations
Contact: 1-800-392-5500

CANOE HULLABALOO - Paddle Open House

Jun 21
Join us for a variety of events leading up to the Canoe Hullabaloo in July. The Open House starts at 6:00 PM. 6:00-6:30 PM - Refreshments and Introduction. 6:30-8:00 PM - Lecture/Book Discussion by Author Ed Rice "Baseball's First Indian: Louis Sockalexis" (with time for Q & A) For more information call 207-827-3972
Old Town Public Library - Old Town Maine
Contact: Valerie Osborne 207-827-3972

FUN AT THE BANGOR LIBRARY

Jun 21
At 5:30pm, pack up your supper, grab a blanket and bring the whole family to enjoy the international rhythms of "Ryhthm Inlet". This kick off for the Library's Summer Reading Program, a seven week celebration of reading, will feature Jeff Hanna and Barbara Gail, with over 30 percussion instrucments and fun for family members of all ages. The picnic takes place on the Library lawn, and dessert will be provided.
Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-8336 x111

John Tercyak - Entertainer

Jun 21
John will be performing a Concert In the Park for the Legacy of the Arts Festival from 7-8pm.
Agamont Park, Bar Harbor, Maine
Contact: 207-288-5103

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jun 22
Lumberjacks vs Allentown. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Bangor Public Library Summer Music Series

Jun 22
Bangor Band - Opening Concert 7:00pm, outside the Library.
Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-8336

FUN AT THE BANGOR LIBRARY

Jun 22
What do people eat when they're flying through space? Find out at 10:00am, when Fairmount teacher and NASA educator, Ellen Holmes, will be at the Library to answer that question. Enjoy her show and tell, and find out how astronauts eat ice cream during their flights.
Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-8336 x111

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jun 23
Lumberjacks vs Allentown. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

FUN AT THE BANGOR LIBRARY

Jun 23
at 9:15 and every Wednesday of the summer program, the Library Children's Dept. welcome children 24 months and younger for clapping, singing, bouncing, book and flannel board fun. At 10:00am, children ages 2-5 have a standing invitation for stories, games and fun.
Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-8336 x111

ART TOUR-PART THREE-AT THE BANGOR PUBLIC LIBRARY

Jun 24
At 5:30 pm, Art Historian, Susan Smith will be leading a tour of the paintings, prints and sculptures on display on the 3rd floor of the library. Works by Jeremiah Pearson Hardy, Waldo Peirce, Annie Hardy, Larkin G. Meade, Randolph Rogers, Agness Allen, Eunice Utterback, Bob Sigler, Valentin Henneman, Harriet F. Hill, and others will be viewed and discussed. Come and learn the difference between a gargoyle and a grotesque. Which does the Library have guarding the main staircase? Take the tour, and find out! The tour is free and open to the public.
Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-8336 ext 139

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jun 24
Lumberjacks vs Allentown. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

FUN AT THE BANGOR LIBRARY

Jun 24
At 10:00am, children through age 12 can participate in the Library Olympics! Enjoy a big Greek festival with Greek games, a chance to learn Greek phrases, eat a Greek treat, and maybe take home the Gold!
Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-8336 x111

Twilite Delite Concerts: "Acadia Brass"

Jun 24
Acadia Brass will perform at 7:00pm. This band features Bill Whitener and Lori Wingo on Trumpet, Wanda Whitener on French Horn and Jim Trembley on Trombone and Euphonium.
River Front Park, Front Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-945-4400 ext 409 or www.acadiabrass.com

FUN AT THE BANGOR LIBRARY

Jun 25
At 10:00am, Dan Sandweiss, UMO Associate Professor of Anthropology, will take us to the cooking techinques of long ago, and will demonstrate what has changed, and what has stayed the same.
Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-8336 x111

Spectacular Event Center presents...Friday-Comedy Central

Jun 25
Chance Langton takes the stage with two other Boston comics. Doors open 7:30, show 8:30-10:30 with dancing until midnight. Tickets are $15pp and includes hot & cold appetizers and cash bar.
Spectacular Event Center, Griffin Road, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-941-8700

Brewer Hometown Band

Jun 26
The Brewer Hometown Band will host the R.B. Hall Day at Doyle Field. Bands from across the state will perform all day with Brewer's band performing Saturday evening.
Doyle Field, Brewer Auditorium, Brewer, Maine
Contact: 989-5199

Fort Knox - Civil War Cannon Firing

Jun 26 - Jun 27
Civic War Cannon Firing Demonstration will take place hourly these two days.
711 Fort Knox Road, Prospect, Maine
Contact: 207-469-6553

John Tercyak - Entertainer

Jun 26
John will be performing two Outdoor Performances on the Fiddle & Guitar with vocals at Old Home Days, in the Town Field in East Corinth at 11:15-12:00 and 12:45-1:30.
Town Field, East Corinth, Maine
Contact: 207-285-3568

KINGFIELD POPS with the Bangor Sympony

Jun 26 - Jun 26
Field opens at 5pm. Appearing under the stars are the Edith Jones Project and Bangor Symphony Orchestra. Bring a picnic basket, blanket or low-back chair. On-site food and beverage concessions. Tickets for this family event: In advance $20; Adults $25 day of show; $15 youth; Children 12 & Under are Free.
Kennedy Farm, Rte 142, Kingfield, Maine
Contact: 1-800-639-3221 or www.bangorsymphony.com

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Twilite Delite Concerts: "Devonsquare"

Jul 1
Devonsquare will perform at 7:00pm. This trio of singer/songwriters has been performing and making records since 1976.
Water Front Park, Front Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-945-4400 ext 409 or www.devonsquare.com

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 2
Lumberjacks vs Quebec. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Harness Racing Bangor Race Way

Jul 2 - Jul 25
July Schedule: Sunday's 7/4, 7/11, 7/18 & 7/25 - 1:30 post time; Wednesday's 7/7, 7/14, 7/21 - 7:30 post times; Friday's 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23 - 7:30 post times; Saturday's 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24 - 7:30 post time;
Bass Park, Bangor Maine
Contact: 207-947-6767 or 947-6744 or email at info@bangorraceway.com

Houlton Fair

Jul 2 - Jul 5
A small fair featuring livestock-crafts, midway and stage entertainment.
25 Chander Street Houlton, Maine
Contact: Lori Weston - 207-532-2977, 207-532-7944 or 207-532-4315

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 3
Lumberjacks vs Quebec. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Fort Knox - Scottish Bagpipe and Song

Jul 3
Scottish Bagpipe and song, featuring George Worthley and company, 6:30-8:30pm. $5 per perosn.
711 Fort Knox Road, Prospect, Maine
Contact: 207-469-6553

4th of July Celebration/Parade

Jul 4
Schedule of Events: 6am-10pm Pancakse Breakfast, Brewer Auditorium; 10:45am 3K Family Road Race, Acme Road, Brewer, Contact Dave Torrey 581-3372; 11:00am Parade, starts a Acme Road, Brewer, contact Doug Damon 949-4735; 2:00pm The Tommy Knockers and More Bus tour based on places in Stephen King novels; 7:0pm Bangor Band Concert, Paul Bunyan Park, Free to the public and 9:30 Fireworks, Bangor Waterfront
Various Bangor/Brewer Areas
Contact: Marla Saliba 942-4029

BANGOR BAND CONCERT

Jul 4
Bangor Bandstand, Paul Bunyan Park, Main Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact:

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 4
Lumberjacks vs Quebec. 2:00pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad - 4th of July Celebration

Jul 4
Train departs 12:30. Enjoy the Independence Day Celebration with our special rates for all. $12 for adults and $6 for children.
Belfast and Unity Stations
Contact: 1-800-392-5500

Bangor Public Library Summer Music Series

Jul 6
Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Hancock County - 7:00pm, outside the Library.
Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-8336

Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad - Maine Lobster Dinner Trains

Jul 7 - Aug 25
Departs 6pm every Wednesday evening. Come enjoy a real Maine Lobster Dinner (Chicken Available) while enjoying a relaxing ride on the nations oldest railroad. Special rates including train ride and dinner $42.00 per person.
Belfast Station Only
Contact: 1-800-392-5500

Tours of Hannibal Hamlin House

Jul 7 - Jul 28
Free tours of Hannibal Hamlin House, official residence of the president of Bangor Theological Seminary, every half hour, 10am-4pm, July 7, 14, 21, 28. Park at seminary campus 300 Union Street.
Hannibal Hamlin House, Fifth Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-942-6781 ext 111

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 8
Lumberjacks vs North Shore. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Brewer Hometown Band - Summer Concert Series

Jul 8
Established in 1979, the Brewer Hometown Band is composed of musicians of various age levels from Brewer and well beyond. Under the direction of Jan Cox, the Brewer Hometown Band provides foot-tapping musical selections of both yesteryear and today. Concerts begin at 7:00pm.
Sunset Park, Brewer, Maine
Contact: 989-5199

Ossipee Valley Fair

Jul 8 - Jul 11
Old-fashion fair with unique exhibit halls, lots of livestock, midway and drag racing, animal pulling events.
So. Hiram, Maine
Contact: 207-798-8434 or www.maineagriculturalfairs.com/ossipeefair.htm

Twilite Delite Concers: "Pride of Maine Fiddlers"

Jul 8
Pride of Maine Fiddlers (led by Old grey Goose will perform at 7:00pm.
Water Front Park, Front Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-945-4400 ext 409

"The Taming of the Shrew" presented by Tne Buck Theatre Co.

Jul 9 - Jul 17
"The Taming of The Shrew" by Ten Bucks Theatre Co., 7pm, July 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, under the stars at Indian Trail Park. $10, $5 students and under 12. Bring lawn chairs and blankets.
Indian Trail Park, Brewer, Maine
Contact: 207-884-1030

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 9
Lumberjacks vs North Shore. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Maine Potato Blossom Festival

Jul 9 - Jul 18
Strictly speaking, this isn't a good festival, unless you like to play with your food. If that's your style, try mashed potato wresting, a highlight of this fair, which includes a carnival, parade and the Maine Potato Queen pageant.
Fort Fairfield, Maine
Contact: 207-472-3802 or www.potatoblossom.org

Moxie Festival

Jul 9 - Jul 11
OK, maybe it's not really a "nerve food: like its Maine creator claimed in 1884, but Moxie surely tastes like it imparts "spunk en guts". An hour-long parade with Moxie-themed floats laynces a weekend chockfull of games and activities, including a recipe contest in which dishes are judged on presentation, taste and, of course, how much Moxie they contain. Be sure to stop in at the Kennebec Fruit Co. store for Frank Anicetti's signature Moxie ice cream.
Lisbon, Maine
Contact: 207-353-3000 or www.moxiefestival.com

Summer Music Series at the Bangor Public Library

Jul 9
195th Army Band - 7pm outside at the Library
Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-8336

7th ANNUAL MAINE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL and RIVER CITY CINEMA SOCIETY

Jul 10
The Maine International Film Festival and River City Cinema Society will host a special satellite event bringing two selections from the MIFF 2004 line-up as well as special guests associated with those films to the Bangor Opera House in Downtown Bangor. Showtimes for the two films will be 4:30pm and 8pm.
Bangor Opera House, Main Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-942-0306 or info@rivercitycinema.com or www.rivercitycinema.com

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 10
Lumberjacks vs North Shore. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Fort Knox - 3rd Annual Scottish Tattoo Ceremony

Jul 10 - Jul 11
8:30pm - 3rd Annual Scottish Tattoo Ceremony with traditional scottish bagpipers, precision marching bands and a patriotic salute to America.
711 Fort Knox Road, Prospect, Maine
Contact: 207-469-6553

Fort Knox - Traditional Blacksmithing demonstration

Jul 10 - Jul 11
Traditional Blacksmithing demonstration by Bob Robinson of Split Rock Forge, Stockton Springs. Maine
711 Fort Knox Road, Prospect, Maine
Contact: 207-469-6553

Red Cross Blood Drive

Jul 10
Come help a great cause!
Bangor Civic Center
Contact: (207) 947-5555

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 11
Lumberjacks vs North Shore. 2:00pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

CANOE HULLABALOO - Opening of Canoe Hullabaloo Week

Jul 11
Opening Day events include: 8:00AM 5K Road Race; 5:00-6:30PM BBQ at Riverfront Park (Cost $5.00 adults, $3.00 Children, or $15.00 for family); 5:15-6:15 Balloon Animals for kids by Zack Field and Canoe Tatoos for kids; 6:30PM Canoe Hullabaloo Opening Ceremonies - dignitaries & Indian Smoke Blessing; 7:15-9:15PM Entertainment by the Penobscot River Ramblers. For more information call 207-827-3972
Riverfront Park - Old Town, Maine
Contact: Valerie Osborne 207-827-3972

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 12
Lumberjacks vs Brockton. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

CANOE HULLABALOO - Second Night Activities

Jul 12
Second Night Canoe Hullabaloo Week 5:00-6:30PM Classic Car Drive-In; 6:30-7:45PM Concert in the Park with Soul Sensation For more information call 207-827-3972
Riverfront Park - Old Town, Maine
Contact: Valerie Osborne 207-827-3972

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 13
Lumberjacks vs Brockton. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

CANOE HULLABALOO - Third Night Activities

Jul 13
Third Night Canoe Hullabaloo Week 5:00-6:30PM Canoeing 101 - Paddling Instructions; 6:30-7:45PM Entertainment by Sunset Strip For more information call 207-827-3972
Riverfront Park - Old Town, Maine
Contact: Valerie Osborne 207-827-3972

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 14
Lumberjacks vs Brockton. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Bangor Public Library Summer Music Series

Jul 14
Sebasticook Valley Community Band - 7:00pm, outside the Library.
Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-8336

CANOE HULLABALOO - Fourth Night Activities

Jul 14
Fourth Night of Canoe Hullabaloo Week 4:00-6:00PM Children's Museum Program; 6:30-8:00PM Entertainment by RICK CHARETTE & THE BUBBLE GUM BAND!!! For more information call 207-827-3972
Riverfront Park - Old Town, Maine
Contact: Valerie Osborne 207-827-3972

CANOE HULLABALOO - Fifth Night Activities

Jul 15
Fifth Night of Canoe Hullabaloo Week 4:00-6:30PM Chili Cook-Off - Samples will be sold to benefit the River Coalition; 6:30-7:45PM Entertainment by Willy Kelly Trio; For more information call 207-827-3972
Riverfront Park - Old Town, Maine
Contact: Valerie Osborne 207-827-3972

Pittston Fair

Jul 15 - Jul 18
Small, family oriented country fair, midway, animal pulling events, children's games, woodsman contest.
Pittston, Maine
Contact: 207-582-4969

Twilite Delite Concerts: "Erica Brown"

Jul 15
Erica Brown will perform at 7:00pm. Erica plays traditional fiddle and sings bluegrass music along with her band, "The Bluegrass Connection"
Water Front Park, Front Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-945-4400 ext 409 or www.ericabrownonline.com

CANOE HULLABALOO - Sixth Night Activities

Jul 16
Sixth Night of Canoe Hullabaloo Week 4:00-6:00PM Canoes will be on display in the Riverfront Park; 5:30-9:30PM - Old Town Boosters will be selling refreshments. 6:30-7:45PM Entertainment by Coconut Grove; 8:00-10:00PM Karaoke in the Park; For more information call 207-827-3972
Riverfront Park - Old Town, Maine
Contact: Valerie Osborne 207-827-3972

Spectacular Event Center presents...Friday-Comedy Central

Jul 16
Headliner--Kevin Knox will take the stage with two other Boston Comics. Kevin Knox one of Boston and Bangor's favorite!! Call early for your tickets. Doors open 7:30, Show 8:30-10:30 with dancing until midnight. Tickets are $15pp. Includes hot & cold appetizers and cash bar.
Spectacular Event Center, Griffin Road, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-941-8700

Yarmouth Clam Festival

Jul 16 - Jul 18
The clams: caked, stuffed, steamed, chowdered, fried in batter or crumbs. Yu, faced with all these choices: happy as a clam. Don't care for the sweet mollusks? The alternatives, from boiled lobster to whoopee pies are limitless and delicious. Carnival, entertainment and fireworks.
Yarmouth, Maine
Contact: 207-846-3984 or www.clamfestival.com

CANOE HULLABALOO - FINALE

Jul 17
Finale of Canoe Hullabaloo Week 7:00-11:00AM - Old Town Canoe Regatta to attempt to break the World Record for the most canoes linked at one time. Z107.3 Live Radio Broadcast from the Boat Landing. On the water food sales will be provided by "Party Boats" stationed in various locations. Aerial photographs for the Regatta will be pre-sold and mailed once developed; 10:00AM-4:00PM - Juried Craft Show on Main Street; 10:00AM-4:00PM - Sidewalk Art Show; 10:00AM-4:00PM - Canoe City Quilters; 10:00AM-4:00PM - Indian Crafts & Basket Making Demonstrations; 10:00AM-5:00PM - Silent Auction at Riverfront Park; 10:00AM Franco-American & Native American Food Booths; 11:00AM-1:00PM - Chicken BBQ on Main Street; 11:00AM-12:00PM - Donut Eating Contest w/ Prizes; 12:00-2:00PM - Strolling Entertainment by Zack Field; 12:00-2:00PM - Children's Arts & Crafts Center; 12:00-2:00PM - Children's Photo's w/ Animated Character. 12:00-3:00PM - Celebrity Dunk Tank; 12:30-1:30PM - Dorcas Mill Outdoor Adventure Author Cooking Demonstrations; 1:00-3:00PM - Tours of Old Town Canoe Company 1:00-3:00PM - Canoe Race around Orson Island; 2:00-2:55PM - Children's Storyteller Jennifer Armstrong; 3:00-4:00PM - Knights of Columbus BINGO; 4:00-6:00PM Bean Supper on Main Street; 5:30-9:30PM - Old Town Boosters will be selling refreshments. 6:00-7:00PM - Last Look at Canoes prior to Auction; 6:00-7:00PM - Entertainment by Lidral Duo 7:00PM - Canoe Auction and Announcement of the Paddle Painting Winners, Community Canoe Raffles, Closing Remarks; 8:30-10:30PM - Entertainment by The Jack Cashman Band. For more information call 207-827-3972
Riverfront Park - Old Town, Maine
Contact: Valerie Osborne 207-827-3972

Fort Knox - 3rd Annual Scottish Tattoo Ceremony

Jul 17
5:30 - 8:30pm - 3rd Annual Scottish Tattoo Ceremony with traditional scottish bagpipers, precision marching bands and a patriotic salute to America.
711 Fort Knox Road, Prospect, Maine
Contact: 207-469-6553

Maine Forest & Logging Museum Leonard's Mills - Living History Days

Jul 17 - Jul 18
10am-4pm Step back in time to the 1790's as our logging and saw-milling village comes alive. Spinning, candle-making, cooking, wood working, trapping, blacksmithing and many more tradititonal activities are demonstrated. Come try some beanhole beans, take an old-fashioned wagon ride and participate in hands-on activites. $7 adults, $2 children, members free.
Leonard's Mills, Rt 178, Bradley
Contact: (207) 581-2871

Summer Music Series at the Bangor Public Library

Jul 19
Bill Clark's Sea Shanties - 7pm outside at the Library
Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-8336

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 20
All Star Game. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Thomas Hill Standpipe Tour

Jul 21
Come get a great view of Bangor from the top of the historic Thomas Hill Standpipe! Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No food, drink, or pets allowed.
Thomas Hill Road, Bangor
Contact: (207) 947-4516

Brewer Hometown Band - Summer Concert Series

Jul 22
Established in 1979, the Brewer Hometown Band is composed of musicians of various age levels from Brewer and well beyond. Under the direction of Jan Cox, the Brewer Hometown Band provides foot-tapping musical selections of both yesteryear and today. Concerts begin at 7:00pm.
Indian Trail Park, Brewer, Maine
Contact: 989-5199

Twilite Delite Concerts: "Flash in the Pan"

Jul 22
Flash in the Pan will perform at 7:00pm.
Water Front Park, Front Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-945-4400 ext 409 or www.peninsulapanb.org/flashinthepan.html

World's Fair

Jul 23 - Jul 25
A small community fair.
North Waterford, Maine
Contact: 207-345-8061

Curran Homestead Living History Farm & Museum - Olde-Fashioned Country Fair

Jul 24
Call for more info.
Curran Homestead Living History Farm & Museum, Orrington
Contact: (207) 945-9311

Fort Knox - 20th Maine Civil War Re-enactment

Jul 24 - Jul 25
20th Maine Civil War Re-enactment. This event is held simultaneously with the Bucksport Bay Area Chamber of Commerce's weekend festival. The event will feature military Civil Ware era drills, skirmishes, as well as rifle and cannon fire. Regular fort admissions fees apply.
711 Fort Knox Road, Prospect, Maine
Contact: 207-469-6553

WERU's 2004 Full Circle Summer Fair

Jul 24 - Jul 25
Detail to Follow
Blue Hill Fair Grounds, Blue HIll, Maine
Contact:

Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad - Family Day

Jul 25
Departs 12:30. Bring the entire family for a fun ride on our Vintage Swedish Rail Cars! Children will receive a railroad memorabilia gift. Photo opportunities with the Conductor and Brakemen are available after the trip. Two adults and up to four children ride for a super special family day rate of $39.00 - additional children ride at $5.00 each.
Belfast and Unity Stations
Contact: 1-800-392-5500

Curran Homestead Living History Farm & Museum - 15th Annual Maine Open Farm Day

Jul 25
Call for more info.
Curran Homestead Living History Farm & Museum, Orrington
Contact: (207) 945-9311

Spectacular Event Center presents...Bridal Show

Jul 25
Continuous fashions, food and festivities. Both local and national vendors along with "Making Memories" Charity Gown Sale. Receive a Maine Wedding Directory, Modern Bride and other goodies. Door prizes and Grand Prize Honeymoon trip! 11:00am-3:00pm. Tickets available at the door. For more info call Maine Wedding Association.
Spectacular Event Center, Griffin Road, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-537-3000

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 26
Lumberjacks vs Berkshire. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 27
Lumberjacks vs Berkshire. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Summer Music Series at the Bangor Public Library

Jul 27
St. Huckleberry Rock Band - 7pm outside at the Library
Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-8336

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 28
Lumberjacks vs Berkshire. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 29
Lumberjacks vs Elmira. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 30
Lumberjacks vs Elmira. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Bangor State Fair

Jul 30 - Aug 8
A large family fair featuring huge midway, livestock exhibits, crafts and entertainment.
Bass Park, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-5555 or www.bangorstatefair.com

Northern Maine Fair

Jul 30 - Aug 7
Large family fair with lots of rides, exhibits, horse pulling, harness racing, tractor pulling and demo derby.
Presque Isle, Maine
Contact: 207-455-4632

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Jul 31
Lumberjacks vs Elmira. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Fort Knox - "The Doctor Is In"

Jul 31 - Aug 1
"The Doctor is In " is a demonstration of Civil War medicine and techniques.
711 Fort Knox Road, Prospect, Maine
Contact: 207-469-6553

August 2004

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Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Aug 1
Lumberjacks vs Elmira. 2:00pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

57th Annual Maine Lobster Festival

Aug 4 - Aug 8
Theme: "Celebrating Rockland's 150 years of history, preogress and change". Everyday, fresh lobster dinners and lots of other great food served beginning at 11:00am. Marine tent exhibits and displays; Fine Art Show, Children's Tent; Crafts; Live Music; Carnival rides and games; Pancake Breakfast on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Harbor Park, Rockland, Maine
Contact: (207) 596-0376 or www.mainelobsterfestival.com

Monmouth Fair

Aug 4 - Aug 7
a small family agricultural fair with a midway, animal exhibits, crafts and animal pulling events.
Monmouth, Maine
Contact: 207-933-2752

Summer Music Series at the Bangor Public Library

Aug 4
Middle Eastern Dance - 7pm outside at the Library
Bangor Public Library, 145 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-947-8336

Brewer Hometown Band - Summer Concert Series

Aug 5
Established in 1979, the Brewer Hometown Band is composed of musicians of various age levels from Brewer and well beyond. Under the direction of Jan Cox, the Brewer Hometown Band provides foot-tapping musical selections of both yesteryear and today. Concerts begin at 7:00pm.
TBA
Contact: 989-5199

Summer Organ Concerts

Aug 5 - Sep 2
Music featuring the Historic E. & G.G. Pipe Organ (1860). Thursday evenings. August 5, 12, 19, 26 and September 2.
St. John's Catholic Church, York Street, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-942-6941

Athens Fair

Aug 6 - Aug 8
Small country fair with animal exhibits, crafts and midway.
Athens, Maine
Contact: 207-654-2028

Fort Knox - Blacksmithing Demonstration

Aug 7 - Aug 8
Traditional Blacksmithing demonstration by Bob Robinson of Split Rock Forge, Stockton Springs, Maine
711 Fort Knox Road, Prospect, Maine
Contact: 207-469-6553

WLBZ 2 Sidewalk Art Festival

Aug 7
9:00am - 4:00pm: Organized by WLBZ Channel 2. Artists are accepted on a first-come, first serve basis. This is Bangor's largest & most celebrated one-day art festival. Artists come from Maine, New England and beyond to showcase their art.
Downtown Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-942-4821

4th ANNUAL BEACH TO BEACH Swim for Breast Cancer

Aug 8
From 6:00am 3:00pm you can join the exciting 4th Annual Beach to Beach Swim for Breast Cancer. A swim of any distance up to two miles at Jenkins Beach. To get involved, register as an individual or form teams of six friends, family members or co-workers! Collect pledges/funds from sponsors until the day of the event. Contact the YWCA for registration materials and more details about the swim.
Jenkins Beach, Green Lake in Dedham, Maine
Contact: 207-941-2808 - YWCA

Topsham Fair

Aug 8 - Aug 14
Agricultural exhibits, animal pulling events, 4-H, crafts, midway and harness racing.
Topsham, Maine
Contact: 207-725-2735

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Aug 9
Lumberjacks vs New Jersey. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Aug 10
Lumberjacks vs New Jersey. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Aug 11
Lumberjacks vs New Jersey. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Aug 12
Lumberjacks vs Allentown. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Skowhegan State Fair

Aug 12 - Aug 21
A large family fair featuring a midway, animal exhibits, crafts, commercial exhibits, flower show, animal pulling events and harness racing.
Skowhegan, Maine
Contact: 207-474-2947 or www.skowheganstatefair.com

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Aug 13
Lumberjacks vs Allentown. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

E.M.A.C. Dog Agility Show

Aug 13 - Aug 15
Special Dog Tricks!
Bangor Civic Center
Contact: (207) 947-5555

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Aug 14
Lumberjacks vs Allentown. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad - Antique Auto Weekend

Aug 14 - Aug 15
Departs 12:30 pm both days. Come and enjoy Antique Auto days with our special rates. $12 for adults and $6 for children.
Belfast Station 8/14 - Unity Station 8/15
Contact: 1-800-392-5500

Fort Knox - Civil Ware Cannon Firing

Aug 14 - Aug 15
Civil War cannon firing demonstration will take place hourly these two days.
711 Fort Knox Road, Prospect, Maine
Contact: 207-469-6553

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Aug 15
Lumberjacks vs Allentown. 2:00pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Senior League World Series

Aug 15 - Aug 21
Take 95 North to exit 46 - (Hammond St) at end of exit there will be a stop sign, at the stop sign take a right. Go approx. four tenths of a mile, and take a left onto 13th street. Ball Park is at 107 13th Street.
Mansfield Stadium (off Union Street) 13th St Ballpark, Bangor
Contact: Mike Brooker - 207-561-4604

Brewer Hometown Band - Summer Concert Series

Aug 19
Established in 1979, the Brewer Hometown Band is composed of musicians of various age levels from Brewer and well beyond. Under the direction of Jan Cox, the Brewer Hometown Band provides foot-tapping musical selections of both yesteryear and today. Under the lights. Call for time.
Doyle Field, Brewer Auditorium, Brewer, Maine
Contact: 989-5199

Spectacular Event Center presents...Comedy Show

Aug 20
Headliner Jim Lauletta will take the stage with two other Boston Comics. Have some summer fun & Laughs! Doors open 7:30pm. Show 8:30-10:30, Dancing 10:30 til midnight. Tickets are $15pp and includes hot & cold appetizers and cash bar.
Spectacular Event Center, Griffin Road, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-941-8700

Fort Knox - Mini Civil War Encampment

Aug 21 - Aug 22
A small group of Civil Ware reenactors will interpret life as a soldier and the conflict as seen through the eyes of a child.
711 Fort Knox Road, Prospect, Maine
Contact: 207-469-6553

Leonard's Mills - Lumbering in the Maine Woods: Men and their Machines

Aug 21
10am-3pm Chronological demonstrations of Maine's forest history from the 1600's to the present day. See our up and down water-powered sawmill, Lombard Log Haulers, and many more machines of the lumbering trade in action. $5 adults, $2 children, members free.
Leonard's Mills, Rt 178, Bradley
Contact: (207) 581-2871

Union Fair nad Maine Wild Blueberry Festival

Aug 22 - Aug 28
A large agricultural fair famous for the annual Blueberry Festival. Large midway, crafts, animal pulling events, harness racing.
Union, Maine
Contact: 207-785-3281 or www.unionfair.org

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Aug 24
Lumberjacks vs Quebec. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Aug 25
Lumberjacks vs Quebec. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Acton Fair

Aug 26 - Aug 29
Outstanding exhibits, 4H livestock exhibit, flower show, animal pulling events, midway.
Acton, Maine
Contact: 207-636-2026 or vendors call 207-324-1250

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Aug 26
Lumberjacks vs Quebec. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Piscataquis Valley Fair

Aug 26 - Aug 29
A milking parlor with home made ice cream, agricultural exhibits, crafts, midway, animal pulling events.
Dover-Foxcroft, Maine
Contact: 207-943-2650

National Folk Festival

Aug 27 - Aug 29
Celebrate music, traditions, crafts and food from cultures across America. More than 25 performing groups on 5 stages. 3 days! Free admission! Family Fun
Downtown Bangor on the Penobscot Riverfront, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-992-2630 for Folk Festival Office - For tourist information call 1-800-91-MOOSE

Fort Knox - 20th Maine Civil War Re-enactment

Aug 28 - Aug 29
The event will feature military Civil War era drill, skirmishes, as well as rifle and cannon fire. Regular Fort admissions fees apply.
711 Fort Knox Road, Prospect, Maine
Contact: 207-469-6553

Windsor Fair

Aug 29 - Sep 6
A large progressive fair with extensive agricultural, craft, art exhibits. Large midway, animal pulling events, harness racing and mechanical pulling.
Windsor, Maine
Contact: 207-549-7121 or 207-549-5249 or www.windsorfair.com

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Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Sep 1
Lumberjacks vs North Shore. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Sep 2
Lumberjacks vs North Shore. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Blue Hill Fair

Sep 2 - Sep 6
Great country fair, midway, exhibits, non-parimutuel racing, animal pulling events and entertainment.
Blue Hill, Maine
Contact: 207-374-3701 or www.geocities.com/bluehill_fair

Springfield Fair

Sep 2 - Sep 6
Stage show, animal pulling events, antique auto, midway, livestock exhibits.
Springfield, Maine
Contact: 207-738-2165

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Sep 3
Lumberjacks vs North Shore. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Sep 4
Lumberjacks vs Brockton. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Fort Knox - Cannon Firing Demonstration

Sep 4 - Sep 5
A Civil War Cannon firing demonstration will take place hourly these two days.
711 Fort Knox Road, Prospect, Maine
Contact: 207-469-6553

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Sep 5
Lumberjacks vs Brockton. 6:30pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Bangor Lumberjacks Baseball

Sep 6
Lumberjacks vs Brockton. 2:00pm. Contact the box office at the above number for ticket information.
Husson College, One College Circle, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-947-1900 or www.bangorlumberjacks.com

Clinton Lions Fair

Sep 9 - Sep 12
Family atmosphere, midway, animal pulling events, michanical pulling events, exhibits, state entertainment.
Clinton, Maine
Contact: 207-426-8013

Litchfield Fair

Sep 10 - Sep 12
Country fair with large midway, agricultural exhibits, livestock, animal pulling events.
Litchfield, Maine
Contact: 207-582-3159

Spectacular Event Center presents...Hypnotist Show

Sep 10
Frank Santos will turn your friends into ballerinas, singers and who knows what else. Don't miss this show! A Sell-out! Doors open 7:00pm, Show 8:00-10:00 with dancing afterwards til midnight. $18pp
Spectacular Event Center, Griffin Road, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-941-8700

Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad - Emergency Personnel Day

Sep 11
Departs at 12:30pm. come and enjoy a relaxed fun filled day. Our way of saying THANK YOU to all of the folks who make our communities safe and a nice place to live. Special rates: $7.50 for all emergency personnel, other adult $12 and $6 for children.
Belfast and Unity Stations
Contact: 1-800-392-5500

Fort Knox - 3rd Annual Medieval Tournamnet

Sep 11
10:00am to 4:00pm: The Society for Creative Anachronism sponsors this medieval demonstration that includes armored combat, archery, medieval music, dance, crafts and science. There will also be a demonstration of Maine's largest trebuchet (catapult), which will be launching pumpkins far into the Penobscot River.
711 Fort Knox Road, Prospect, Maine
Contact: 207-469-6553

Leonard's Mills - Blacksmith's Roundup

Sep 11
10am-3pm Join professional blacksmiths for some fancy forging. The morning includes training by master blacksmiths. The afternoon offers demonstrations in the yard. Visitors get a chance to try their hand at this craft. $5 adults, $2 children, members free.
Leonard's Mills, Rt 178, Bradley
Contact: (207) 581-2871

Penobscot County Conservation Club Gun Show

Sep 11 - Sep 12
Great for the hunting enthusiast in your life!
Bangor Civic Center
Contact: (207) 947-5555

Oxford County Fair

Sep 15 - Sep 18
Livestock shows, animal pulling events, midway, crafts, exhibits and a new harness racing track.
Oxford, Maine
Contact: 207-674-2694 or www.oxfordcountyfair.com

New Portland Lions Fair

Sep 16 - Sep 19
Midway, exhibit hall, animal pulling events, crafts, livestock exhibits.
North New Portland, Maine
Contact: 207-566-5722

Farmington Fair

Sep 19 - Sep 25
Large midway, exhibit halls, livestock exhibits, animal pulling events, harness racing.
Farmington, Maine
Contact: 207-778-6083

Susan G. Komen Breat Cancer Foundation's Race for the Cure

Sep 19
The 5K run/walk will start and end at Railroad Street.
Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-862-5292

Penobscot Theatre presents: Dracula

Sep 22 - Oct 3
"Dracula" by Bram Stoker. The infamous Count Dracula charms of harms depending on the position of the setting sun. Don't Miss it!
Penobscot Theatre, 131 Main Street, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-942-3333 or boxoffice@penobscottheatre.org

Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad - Shuttle to the Common Groud Fair

Sep 24 - Sep 26
Departs to Fair hourly beginning at 8:30am. Last train of day departs Fair at 6:00pm. There are no parking or traffic hassles at the B & ML RR! Free parking in our extensive parking areas. Ride in confort to the Fair where our platform is just a short walk to the Exhibition Hall. Come and enjoy a beverage or lunch in our ding car. Tickets are only $10 for adults and $5 for children. Fair Tickets can be purchased at our ticket office.
Unity Station Only
Contact: 1-800-392-5500

Common Ground Country Fair

Sep 25 - Sep 26
A celebration of rural life, demonstrations, Maine organic product foods and crafts as well as livestock exhibits.
Unity, Maine
Contact: 207-568-4142 or www.mofga.org

Cumberland Fair

Sep 26 - Oct 2
Large exhibit halls, midway, and livestock exhibits. Animal pulling events and harness racing.
Cumberland Center, Maine
Contact: 207-829-6647 or www.cumberlandfair.com

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Leonard's Mill - Living History Days

Oct 2 - Oct 3
10am-4pm A perfect time to view the foliage of our beautiful forest while experiencing a 1790's logging and saw-milling village. Enjoy bateau rides, wagon rides, making cedar shakes, fresh pressed apple cider, a water-powered sawmill, and more. $7 adults, $2 children, members free.
Leonard's Mills, Rt 178, Bradley
Contact: (207) 581-2871

Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad - Fall Foliage Rides

Oct 3
Departs at 12:30pm. Emjoy all the fall colors aboard one of our vintage cars. Come visit our dining car for a cup of hot cider or hot chocolate half price. $12.00 for adults and $6.00 for children.
Belfast and Unity Stations
Contact: 1-800-392-5500

Fryeburg Fair

Oct 3 - Oct 10
Maine's largest agricultural fair. Beautiful setting in prime foliage time. Exhibit halls, museum, harness racing and livestock shows.
Fryeburg, Maine
Contact: 207-935-3268 or www.fryeburgfair.com

Penobscot Valley Kennel Club Dog Show

Oct 9 - Oct 10
Great time for all dog lovers!
Bangor Civic Center
Contact: (207) 947-5555

St Joseph's Auxiliary Fashion Show

Oct 12
Call for more information.
Bangor Civic Center
Contact: (207) 947-5555

Thomas Hill Standpipe Tour

Oct 13
Come get a great view of Bangor from the top of the historic Thomas Hill Standpipe! Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. No food, drink, or pets allowed.
Thomas Hill Road, Bangor
Contact: (207) 947-4516

Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad - Seasons End Grand Finale

Oct 16
Departs at 12:30pm. Come help us finish out our regular scheduled season with a chicken BBQ then take a nice relaxing train ride. Visit our gift shops and take advantage of our year end sales. Call for details.
Unity Station Only
Contact: 1-800-392-5500

CARIBOU FALL ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL

Oct 16 - Oct 17
Aroostook County's Oldest and Largest Craft Fair! Why start Christmas shopping after Thanksgiving? We'll have over 140 crafters from throughout New England selling their beautiful works.
Caribou High School, Caribou, Maine
Contact: Caribou Chamber of Commerce - 1-800-722-7648

Spectacular Event Center presents...Murder Mystery Dinner Show

Oct 16
$35.95pp includes five course sit down served dinner and show. Cash bar, Social & seating 6:30-7:00. Dinner & show 7:00-9:30. Theme and dinner details to be determined.
Spectacular Event Center, Griffin Road, Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-941-8700

Curran Homestead Living History Farm & Museum - Haunted Barn and Halloween Fun

Oct 21 - Oct 22
Call for more info.
Curran Homestead Living History Farm & Museum, Orrington
Contact: (207) 945-9311

Curran Homestead Living History Farm & Museum - Fall Family Farm Festival

Oct 23
Barn Dance and cider making demonstration.
Curran Homestead Living History Farm & Museum, Orrington
Contact: (207) 945-9311

Fort Knox - "Fright Night at the Fort VI"

Oct 28 - Oct 30
Tremendously frightening experience for those brave enough to wander the Fort passages as any number of ghosts, ghouls, and other macabre beings do their best to scare the unwary! (These are tentative dates as we may expand the event to two consecutive weekends!)
711 Fort Knox Road, Prospect, Maine
Contact: 207-469-6553

Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad - Pumpkin Patch Ride

Oct 30
A 2-hour event. The first train departs Unity Station at 10:00 and returns approximately 12:00. Last train departs at 12:30 and returns approximately 2:30. Children get to pick their own pumpkin. Children in costume ride for $3, Adults $10.
Unity Station Only
Contact: 1-800-392-5500

November 2004

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Penobscot Theatre presents: The Crucible

Nov 3 - Nov 14
"The Crucible" by Arthur Miller. Written partly in response to Seantor Joseph McCarthy's 1950's "witch hunt," "The Crucible" explores the mob mentality of a community swayed by hysteria and fear during the Salem witch trials.
Penobscot Theatre, 131 Main Street, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-942-3333 or boxoffice@penobscottheatre.org

6th Annual Downtown Bangor Studio Show

Nov 6
10am-4pm. Over a dozen downtown artists open their studios for touring.
Various Downtown Bangor, Maine Studios
Contact: Bangor Center Corp. 207-947-4400

United Maine Craftsmen Show

Nov 6 - Nov 7
Call for more information.
Bangor Civic Center
Contact: (207) 947-5555

Veteran's Day Parade

Nov 11
9:30am - 11:30am
Downtown Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-942-6482

Annual Christmas Craft Show

Nov 20 - Nov 21
Great way to ring in the holiday season!
Bangor Civic Center
Contact: (207) 947-5555

Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad - Thanksgiving Dinner Train

Nov 25
Train departs at 12:00. Ride into the Holiday season in the comfort of one of our Swedish Dining Cars. Come relax and let our experienced staff serve you a traditional Holiday Feast while enjoying a train ride. Reservations required, book early. Dinner and Rail Fare $45 for adults, children 4-12 $32.00. Approximately two hour excursion.
Unity Station Only
Contact: 1-800-392-5500

CARIBOU TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY & SANTA PARADE

Nov 26
Come see the community tree all lit up! Santa will do the honors after he rides his sliegh through town. Then join Santa at the Fire Station for free goodies.
Caribou, Maine
Contact: Caribou Chamber of Commerce - 1-800-722-7648

December 2004

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Festival of Lights Parade

Dec 4
Parade produced by Rotary Club of Bangor. Tree lighting in West Market Square prior to the start of the parade.
Downtown Bangor, Maine
Contact: 207-945-4400 - Bangor Center Corporation

The Nut Cracker

Dec 4 - Dec 5
Maine Center for the Arts, University of Maine, Orono, Maine
Contact: Bangor Symphony Orchestra - 942-5555

Belfast & Moosehead Lake Railroad - Santa Express Trains

Dec 11 - Dec 12
Departs at 12:00. Bring your family and enjoy a magical journey with the B & ML RR! View the beautifully decorated Station and rail cars. During this excursion, Santa will visit with everyone and one of our special elves will read Christmas Stories. Enjoy this wonderful holiday event in our beautifully decorated heated rail cars. $12.00 adults; $6 for children.
Unity Station Only
Contact: 1-800-392-5500

February 2005

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Penobscot Theatre presents: The Smell of the Kill

Feb 2 - Feb 13
"The Smell of the Kill" by Michele Lower. Mix together 3 delius, maliciious wives...add 3 miserable, unloving husbands and chill! ONce a month three couples get together for dinner, and this night, revelations about the state of the three marriages reveal some shocking truths. When the men get stuck in a basement meat locker, the women face a chilling dilemma. Let them out or ...
Penobscot Theatre, 131 Main Street, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-942-3333 or boxoffice@penobscottheatre.org

March 2005

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Penobscot Theatre presents: Long Day's Journey into Night

Mar 9 - Mar 20
"Long Day's Journey into Night" by Eugene O'Neill. The only American playwright to win the Mobel Prize for Literature, Eugene O'neill based "Longs Day's Journey Into Night" on his own troubled relationships. Fueled by whiskey, morphine and years of tangled lies and hate, the Tyrone family conjures up its ghosts of disappointment and despair.
Penobscot Theatre, 131 Main Street, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-942-3333 or boxoffice@penobscottheatre.org

April 2005

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Penobscot Theatre presents: Noises Off

Apr 20 - May 1
"Noises Off" by Michael Frayn. Without a double one of the funniest plays ever written, Michael Frayn's "Noises Off" lets us in on the acton as a theatre troupe prepares a trite sex farce called "Nothing on." We get to watch from three unique angles and time periods - and things just aren't going well.
Penobscot Theatre, 131 Main Street, Bangor, ME
Contact: 207-942-3333 or boxoffice@penobscottheatre.org

OTHER HELPFUL SITES

Maine Tourism Association

CVB of Greater Portland

Maine Office of Tourism

Bangor International Airport

Bangor Region Chamber of Commerce

The Maine Resource Guide

Maine Events Online