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4/23/11 (Sat)

Kites, Bikes & Trikes Family Festival (Owl’s Head Transportation Museum; gates open at 9:30 AM) Bring a kite, bring a bike and enjoy the day on the museum's Runway 17. Professional kite flying demonstrations, kite-building workshops, free spring bike and helmet safety check-ups and a bike & trike parade. Great place to just ride. Family activities. For more information, visit www.ohtm.org.

4/25/11 (Mon)

Belfast Historical Society Program: “Downtown Belfast” (Belfast Library; 7 PM) A history from first settlement to 1900, with a slide program showing downtown buildings and merchants then and now, presented by Megan Pinette, Belfast Historical Society President. For more information, visit www.belfastmuseum.org.

4/26/11 (Tue)

Wildflower Walk with Wanda Garland (Ragged Mountain Preserve) For more information, visit www.coastalmountains.org.

4/30/11 (Sat)

2011 Belfast Free Range Music Festival (Downtown Belfast; All day) This all-day festival will feature over 20 bands and solo artists representing a wide range of genres. Performances will take place across six venues in the downtown area. For more information, visit www.freerangemusicfestival.com.

5/1/11 (Sun)

Fort Knox and the Penobscot Narrows Observatory Open (Prospect). Open through October 31^st. Observatory hours are 9-5, except in July and August when it’s open until 6 PM. The fort is open 9 AM to sunset. More information available at http://fortknox.maineguide.com/. 

5/2/11 (Mon)

Northport Selectmen’s Meeting (Town Hall; 6 PM) Contact the town office at 207-338-3819.

5/6/11 (Fri)

Utilities Department Meeting (Community Hall; 2:30 PM) Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

5/8/11 (Sun)

Overseers’ Meeting (Community Hall; 9 AM) Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

5/11/11 (Wed)

Beech Nut Open House (Beech Hill Preserve, Rockport; 8 AM-12 PM) See “Recurring Events.”  Featuring “The Birds of Beech Hill” with Brian Willson.

5/12/11 (Thu)

“Art” Opens (Belfast; Runs Through May 22) “Art” by Yasmina Reza is a powerful and hilarious play about three friends who are forced to examine the nature of their friendship when one of them buys a controversial painting. Some adult language; suitable for older teens and adults. Visit www.belfastmaskerstheater.com.

5/14/11 (Sat)

Spring Bird Walk (Ducktrap River Preserve, Route 52, Lincolnville; 6-9 AM) A bird walk in search of early spring migrants, including warblers, vireos, and grosbeaks. Bring your own binoculars—and don't forget the bug repellent. Meet at the trailhead just east of where Route 52 crosses the Ducktrap River. For more information, visit www.coastalmountains.org.

5/16/11 (Mon)

Northport Selectmen’s Meeting (Town Hall; 6 PM) Contact the town office at 207-338-3819.

5/21/11 (Sat)

2^nd Annual Good Life Fest (Armory on Route 1 in Belfast Library; 10 AM-5 PM) Celebrates healthy green living with a full day of events, demonstrations, cooking classes and an exhibitor floor, combining every aspect of healthy green living under one roof. Learn about local food and beverage producers, healthy living, and how to make the home green and efficient. Admission: $5/person (children under the age of 12 free). For more information, visit www.goodlifefest.com.

5/21/10 (Sat)

Come Boating! Season Launch (Boatshed on the Belfast Waterfront; 11 AM-2 PM) Learn about the organization's sailing and rowing programs while enjoying refreshments. Anyone can try rowing in one of the group's two Cornish Gigs, Selkie and Belle Fast, both 32-foot boats with a skipper and six rowers. For more information, visit www.comeboating.org.

5/23/11 (Mon)

Belfast Historical Society Program: “Working in Belfast” (Belfast Library; 7 PM) Discussion about 20th century Belfast industries; chicken processing and sardine canning. Moderator: Jay Davis, writer, historian. For more information, visit www.belfastmuseum.org.

5/27/11 (Fri)

Penobscot Marine Museum Opens for Its 75^th Season (Searsport; Mon-Sat 10-5, Sunday Noon-5) Celebrate opening day of PMM's 75^th anniversary year with an introduction to the 75/75! exhibit and free refreshments from 5:30-7 PM. For more information, visit www.penobscotmarinemuseum.org.

5/28/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club Board Meeting (NYC Clubhouse, Main Street; 9 AM)

5/28-29/11 (Sat-Sun)

Ford & Chevy Meet & Antique Aeroplane Show (Owl’s Head Transportation Museum) Old cars and trucks kick off the new season. Ford and Chevrolet are the featured marques but pre-1991 vehicles of any make or model are welcome to exhibit. Vehicle demonstrations, Model T rides, biplane rides, family activities and more. For more information, visit www.ohtm.org.

5/29/11 (Sun)

Northport Yacht Club Kick-Off Celebration (Wentworth Event Center, East Belfast; Heavy Hors d’Oeuvres, 5:30 PM) Contact Art Hall (arthall123@gmail.com) for information.

5/30/11 (Mon)

Memorial Day

6/3-5/11 (Fri-Sun)

The Way Life Should Be Camping & Music Festival (Brooks) Held on 80+ acres of fields and woods nestled into the Camden Foothills, with performances by: Stream Reggae, Roots of Creation, Sophistafunk, The Cyborg Trio, SkyFoot, The Running Gags, Jammin' Toast, Herd of Watts, The Free Advice Band, and more. A limited number of pre-sale tickets are available for $35. They will go fast “so save some money and buy them early.” Day-of tickets will be $50. Additional bands and DJs will be announced.

6/3/11 (Fri)

Friday Night Art Walk (Belfast; 5-8 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

6/4/11 (Sat)

Northport Municipal Elections (Town Hall; 8 AM-8 PM) Position up for election this year is: Selectman position currently held by Denise Lindahl, who is running again; Road Commissioner, currently held by Amon Morse, who is running again; and School Board Director, currently held by Gerry Reid, who is running again. Write-in votes are valid. For more information, contact the town office at 207-338-3819.

6/4/11 (Sat)

Tango Musical Performance (Amore Restaurant, Route 1, East Belfast; 7-9 PM) Tango (Kristen Burkholder, vocalist and Bayside resident, and Martin Gottlieb, piano) will perform the best of the great American songbook. Amore is celebrating its first anniversary that evening. For reservations (a table close to the stage) or more information, call (207) 338-5939 or www.tango-cabaret.com.

6/4/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club Work Party (NYC Clubhouse; 9 AM) Come out and help ready the fleet and the clubhouse! Contact Gordon Fuller (kgfuller@roadrunner.com).

6/6/11 (Mon)

Northport Selectmen’s Meeting (Town Hall; 6 PM) Contact the town office at 207-338-3819.  Subject to change.

6/6/11 (Mon)

Northport Annual Town Meeting (Blue Goose; 7 PM) Everyone is welcome to attend. However, ONLY registered voters of the Town of Northport are entitled to vote. Contact the town office at 207-338-3819.

6/10/11 (Fri)

Utilities Department Meeting (Community Hall; 2:30 PM) Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

6/11/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club Work Party (NYC Clubhouse; 9 AM) Come out and help ready the fleet and the clubhouse! Contact Gordon Fuller (kgfuller@roadrunner.com).

6/11-12/11 (Sat-Sun)

Maine Home+Design Midcoast Show (Point Lookout; 10 AM-5 PM, 4 PM Saturday) Over 100 exhibitors highlight the Midcoast's leading role in construction, home improvement and enhancement, architecture, landscaping, design, art, services, and home fashions. For more information, call (207) 772-3373.

6/12/11 (Sun)

Overseers’ Meeting (Community Hall; 9 AM) Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

6/17-19/11 (Fri-Sun)

27^th Annual Trek Across Maine (Sunday River to Belfast) From the mountains of Sunday River to the sea in Belfast, Maine, enjoy the beautiful scenery as you ride 180 miles across the state in support of the mission of the American Lung Association. Overnight accommodations are provided at the University of Maine at Farmington and at Colby College in Waterville. The Trek Across Maine spans 180 miles across the state of Maine in support of the American Lung Association, starting at Sunday River Resort in Bethel on Friday and finishing in Belfast on Sunday. Overnight stops are provided at the University of Maine at Farmington and Colby College in Waterville. The Trek is a ride not a race. All experience levels are welcome! Trekkers are required to raise $500 in order to ride, along with a non-refundable $50 registration fee. For more information, visit www.biketreknewengland.org.

6/18-19/11 (Sat-Sun)

Hot Rods, Customs, Muscle Cars & Antique Aeroplane Show (Owl’s Head Transportation Museum) From the style and color of the 1950s to the raw power of the 1970s, come celebrate America's passion for cool cars. Pre-1991 vehicles are welcome to exhibit too. Vehicle demonstration, Model T rides, biplane rides, family activities and more. For more information, visit www.ohtm.org.

6/18/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club Work Party (NYC Clubhouse; 9 AM) Come help prep/launch the Daysailers! Contact Gordon Fuller (kgfuller@roadrunner.com).

6/18/11 (Sat)

Rockland Solstice Race (Rockland Breakwater) Contact Jesse Henry (jesse@beauly.ca). This is for PenBay Cup points.

6/18/11 (Sat)

Solstice Raft-Up Party (Somewhere in the west bay) Jim Facey (jim.facey@gmail.com).

6/18/11 (Sat)

Summer Solstice Evening in Rockland (Main Street, Rockland, 5-9 PM) A celebration of the Summer Solstice and a kick-off to the summer season in Rockland. Main Street will be closed to traffic for the evening and there will be live music, entertainment, street dancing, food and special events. For more information, visit www.rocklandmainstreet.com.

6/20/11 (Mon)

Northport Selectmen’s Meeting (Town Hall; 6 PM) Contact the town office at 207-338-3819.

6/21/11 (Tue)

Summer Solstice Walk (Beech Hill Preserve, Rockport; 6:30-8:30 PM) An annual walk to celebrate the Solstice—the longest day of the year and the first day of summer. Meet at the Beech Hill Road trailhead to join a guided hike starting at 6:30 PM, or hike up at your own pace. Picnic dinners are encouraged, and a blanket, flashlight, and insect repellent are recommended. Beech Nut, the stone hut at the summit, will be open (see “Recurring Events”).

6/23/11 (Thu)

Northport Yacht Club Sailing School Instructor Training Begins (Dates and times to be announced) Contact Danny Webster (610-761-8995 or dtw43@cornell.edu).

6/23/11 (Thu)

Belfast Summer Nights Concert Series (Corner of High & Main Streets, Belfast; 5:30-7:30 PM) Performing this week: The Hips. See “Recurring Events.”  As always, free.

6/24-25/11 (Fri-Sat)

“A Day in the Life: A Beatles Experience” Opens (Camden Opera House, Elm Street/Route 1; 7:30 PM) Northport Music Theater presents a multimedia celebration of the most recognized band of all time, the Beatles. Tickets for this tribute band show are $18 general admission and will be $14 day-of-show.  Visit www.northportmusictheater.com.

6/25/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club Board Meeting (NYC Clubhouse; 9 AM) Fleet work session to follow, if needed.

6/25/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club Race Committee Meeting (NYC Clubhouse; 10:30 AM) Race committee to be formalized and other discussion to follow. All racers invited. Contact Bruce Smith (207-338-5029; elucesmith@aol.com).

6/25/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club “Big Boat” Fun Race (NYC Clubhouse; Skippers’ Meeting at Noon; Race at 1 PM) Contact Bruce Smith (207-338-5029; elucesmith@aol.com).

6/27/11 (Mon)

Belfast Historical Society Program: “It’s A Neat House, But What Is It?” (Belfast Library; 7 PM) Know your old house, identification of key elements that date and define styles. Les Fossel, Restoration Resources based in Alna, Maine. This company provides restoration and historic and preservation services for any structure—barn or backhouse, stately colonial or small cape.  For more information, visit www.belfastmuseum.org.

6/27/11 (Mon)

Northport Yacht Club Sailing School Starts (NYC Clubhouse; Registration at 9 AM) Contact Danny Webster (610-761-8995 or dtw43@cornell.edu.

6/30/11 (Thu)

Northport Yacht Club Fun Races for Kids and Open Potluck Supper (NYC Clubhouse; 4:30 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

6/30/11 (Thu)

Belfast Summer Nights Concert Series (Heritage Park, Belfast; 5:30-7:30 PM) Performing this week: Bel Isle. See “Recurring Events.”  As always, free.

6/30/11 (Thu)

“Dancing at Lughnasa” Opens (Steamboat Landing Park, Belfast; 7 PM; Runs Through July 9) A drama. Suitable for older teens and adults. Visit www.belfastmaskerstheater.com.

7/1/11 (Fri)

Friday Night Art Walk (Belfast; 5-8 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/2/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club Kids’ Games & Waterslide (Ruggles Park; 10 AM) Contact Jon Linn (jlinn@neep.org) for games and Gordon Fuller (kgfuller@roadrunner.com) for waterslide info.

7/2/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club Annual Bonfire (Ruggles Park Beach; Dusk) Bring your marshmallows and sparklers. Wood and help constructing needed beforehand. Contact Bill Haverty at 207-338-2336.

7/2-3/11 (Sat-Sun)

Fabulous ’50s, Sensational ’60s & Antique Aeroplane Show (Owl’s Head Transportation Museum) Featuring more than 400 classic autos from the industry's most stylish decades. Relive the years of big fins, big engines, fuzzy dice and poodle skirts. Pre-1991 vehicles are welcome to exhibit too. Vehicle demonstrations, Model T rides, biplane rides, family activities and more. For more information, visit www.ohtm.org.

7/3/11 (Sun)

Overseers’ Meeting (Community Hall; 9 AM) Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

7/3/11 (Sun)

Lincolnville Band Concert (Tentative; Ruggles Park; 2 PM) Sponsored jointly by the Northport Yacht Club, Northport Village Corporation and Bayside Historical Preservation Society.

7/4/11 (Mon)

Independence Day

7/4/11 (Mon)

Northport Yacht Club Sailing School (NYC Clubhouse; Mon/Wed/Fri 9 AM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/4/11 (Mon)

John Short (“Big Boat”) Race #1 (NYC Clubhouse; Skippers’ Meeting at 11:30 AM; Race at 1 PM) Contact Bruce Smith (207-338-5029; elucesmith@aol.com).

7/4/11 (Mon)

“USO Tribute Show” Opens (American Legion Hall, Belfast; 7 PM) Songs, dance, stories. One performance only; donations only. All proceeds, including refreshments, go to benefit our service people and the USO. This performance is sponsored by Belfast Maskers and American Legion Post #43. Celebrate America with us! Suitable for all ages. Visit www.belfastmaskerstheater.com.

7/7/11 (Thu)

Northport Yacht Club Fun Races for Kids and Open Potluck Supper (NYC Clubhouse; 4:30 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/7/11 (Thu)

Junior Yacht Club Organizational Meeting (NYC Clubhouse; Following the races) All kids welcomed to join! Election of officers for 2011 will be held. Contact Sharlene Kelly (cmsllc3@gmail.com), Jane Williams (lojek62@myfairpoint.net) or Fritz Homans (fhomans@aol.com).

7/7/11 (Thu)

Belfast Summer Nights Concert Series (Corner of High & Main Streets, Belfast; 5:30-7:30 PM) Performing this week: TBA. See “Recurring Events.”  As always, free.

7/8/11 (Fri)

21^st Annual Garden Walk (Belfast Area; 10 AM) Featuring six gardens in the Belfast area, to benefit the Waldo County General Hospital Aid. Rain or shine. Ticket is $15, available at local bookstores, garden shops and the hospital gift shop. For more information, email sgordon@wcgh.org.

7/8/11 (Fri)

Utilities Department Meeting (Community Hall; 2:30 PM) Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

7/8/11 (Fri)

Northport Yacht Club Silent Auction to Benefit the Northport Food Pantry (NYC Clubhouse; 7 PM) Donations of goods and services requested. Contact Patti Wright (familywright50@comcast.net).

7/8/11 (Fri)

Friday Night Art Walk (Belfast; 5-8 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/9-10/11 (Sat/Sun)

16^th Annual Arts in the Park (Heritage Park, Belfast Waterfront; 10 AM-4 PM) One of Mid-coast Maine's most popular arts and crafts festivals with 80 fine artists representing a vast variety of arts and crafts. It all takes place at Heritage Park, downtown on Belfast's waterfront, with the harbor and Penobscot Bay as a backdrop. Continuous live music both days and a variety of delicious food add to the festive atmosphere. Free admission. For more information, visit http://www.artsintheparkbelfast.org.

7/9/11 (Sat)

Searsport Lobster Boat Races & Antique Power Day (Penobscot Marine Museum, Mosman Park, and Town Dock, Searsport; 10-5) A town-wide day of activities: lobster boat races, antique engine and lobster boat exhibit, radio-control model racing, crafts for children, rowing race, and more. Visit http://www.penobscotmarinemuseum.org.

7/9/11 (Sat)

Walter Downs Regatta #1 (NYC Clubhouse; Starts with Pre-Race Cookout at 12:30 PM) Open to all kids 10 and over, subject to boat space limitations. Contact Danny Webster (610-761-8995 or dtw43@cornell.edu) or Gordon Fuller (kgfuller@roadrunner.com).

7/9/11 (Sat)

Bayside Historical Preservation Society Annual Meeting and Special Program (Community Hall; 7 PM) Brief annual membership Meeting followed by a special program: “Evolution of the Bayside Cottage,” featuring the first public showing of Dick Brockway's Diorama.  Public invited.  Light refreshments will be served.

7/11/11 (Mon)

Northport Yacht Club Sailing School (NYC Clubhouse; Mon/Wed/Fri 9 AM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/11/11 (Mon)

Northport Selectmen’s Meeting (Town Hall; 6 PM) Contact the town office at 207-338-3819.

7/14/11 (Thu)

Northport Yacht Club Fun Races for Kids and Cookout Open Potluck Supper (NYC Clubhouse; 12:30 PM, races at 1 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/14/11 (Thu)

Junior Yacht Club Meeting (NYC Clubhouse; Following Races) See “Recurring Events.”

7/14/11 (Thu)

Belfast Summer Nights Concert Series (Heritage Park, Belfast; 5:30-7:30 PM) Performing this week: Ameranouche. See “Recurring Events.”  As always, free.

7/15/11 (Fri)

Beech Nut Open House (Beech Hill Preserve, Rockport; 10 AM-2 PM) See “Recurring Events.”  25^th anniversary.

7/15/11 (Fri)

Ocean Glimpse Farm Open Garden Day (232 Beech Hill Road, Northport; 10 AM-4 PM) Music and art and beauty and lemonade and goodies. Come see many flowers and fruit and nut trees, 25 week-old chicks and 25 full-grown ones, and much more.  Sponsored by the Belfast Garden Club.  Tickets can be purchased at the garden on the day of the tour for a donation of $4 for one garden, or $15 for a five-visit ticket.  Proceeds from the 2011 Garden Tour will benefit the club’s civic beautification projects.  For more information, click here.

7/15/11 (Fri)

Walter Downs Regatta #1—Part II (NYC Clubhouse; 1:30 PM; No Pre-Race Cookout) Open to all kids 10 and over, subject to boat space limitations. Contact Head Instructor Danny Webster (610-761-8995 or dtw43@cornell.edu) or Gordon Fuller (kgfuller@roadrunner.com).

7/15-17/11 (Fri-Sun)

“Into the Woods Junior” Opens (Northport Music Theater, Route 1) Performed by Northport Music Theater’s summer camp students. Visit www.northportmusictheater.com.

7/15/11 (Fri)

Friday Night Art Walk (Belfast; 5-8 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/16/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club Board Meeting (NYC Clubhouse; 8:30 AM)

7/16/11 (Sat)

Junior Yacht Club Car Wash Fundraiser (Near the Yacht Club; 10 AM-Noon) Contact Sharlene Kelly (cmsllc3@gmail.com), Jane Williams (lojek62@myfairpoint.net) or Fritz Homans (fhomans@aol.com).

7/16/11 (Sat)

Sonar Racing (Details to be announced). Contact Jim Facey (jim.facey@gmail.com; 207 338-3118) or Jim Kelly (nycmerchandise@gmail.com). Note: This event will not have a formal post-race social.

7/16/11 (Sat)

Pirate Festival (Fort Knox State Park; 10 AM-4 PM) Join the professional Pirates of the Dark Rose for a day of swashbuckling sword fights, duels, cannon fire and pirate ship attack. The pirate ship "Must Roos" will let loose cannon fire on the Fort as she sails the waters of the Penobscot River, in search of booty. The festival will feature a treasure hunt, pirate parade (all are encouraged to attend dressed in your best pirate attire), best dressed and most authentic sounding pirate contests. Regular Fort admission and a $3 per person event donation requested, because pirates love their gold! Those planning to spend the day may want to bring a lunch. People are encouraged to carpool to the Pirate Day events at the Fort due to limited parking. For complete information, visit http://fortknox.maineguide.com/events.html.

7/16-17/11 (Sat-Sun)

U.S. National Cheese Roll Championship (Belfast Common; 1 PM) Participants may sign up for the event Saturday, July 16^th, and Sunday, July 17^th until noon at the information tent on Front Street at the Celtic Celebration. For further information, visit www.mainecelticcelebration.com.

7/16-17/11 (Sat/Sun)

North Atlantic Blues Festival (Harbor Park, Rockland) The acclaimed Blues Festival features over 15 blues artists from throughout the U.S. and abroad. In downtown Rockland on Saturday night there will be a Blues “Club Crawl.”  For more information, visit www.northatlanticbluesfestival.com or call the Blues Festival Hotline at (207) 691-2248.

7/16/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club General Meeting and Cocktail Party (NYC Clubhouse; 6 PM) Bring an hors d’oeuvre to share.

7/17/11 (Sun)

John Short Race #2 (NYC Clubhouse; Skippers’ Meeting at 11:30 AM; Race at 1 PM) Contact Bruce Smith (207-338-5029; elucesmith@aol.com).

7/18/11 (Mon)

Northport Yacht Club Sailing School (NYC Clubhouse; Mon/Wed/Fri 9 AM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/18/11 (Mon)

Junior Yacht Club Overnight to Warren Island (Departs from Bayside Wharf; Early afternoon) Not to be missed!! Backup date is Wednesday, 7/20. A signup sheet will be posted in the Yacht Club, and information sheets will be available at the NJYC meetings. Chaperones will be needed. As usual, the trip depends on having enough parents willing to help out. Money for the trip, along with signed permission slips, will be collected during the NJYC Car Wash on Saturday, July 16^th. In addition, a short meeting will be held at noon for the campers and chaperones to go over the rules and logistics for the trip. Contact Sharlene Kelly (cmsllc3@gmail.com), Jane Williams (lojek62@myfairpoint.net) or Fritz Homans (fhomans@aol.com).

7/18/11 (Mon)

Northport Selectmen’s Meeting (Town Hall; 6 PM) Contact the town office at 207-338-3819.

7/20/11 (Wed)

Dance Under the (Bayside) Stars (Community Hall; 7 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/21/11 (Thu)

Northport Yacht Club Fun Races for Kids and Open Potluck Supper (NYC Clubhouse; 4:30 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/21/11 (Thu)

Junior Yacht Club Meeting (NYC Clubhouse; Following Races) See “Recurring Events.”

7/21/11 (Thu)

Belfast Summer Nights Concert Series (Corner of High & Main Streets, Belfast; 5:30-7:30 PM) Performing this week: Odlaw. See “Recurring Events.”  As always, free.

7/22/11 (Fri)

Insect Safari with Kathy Murray (Head of Tide Preserve) Embrace bug season by learning more about these fascinating creatures. An exploratory hands-on workshop for insect lovers of all ages. For more information, visit www.coastalmountains.org.

7/22/11 (Fri)

Friday Night Art Walk (Belfast; 5-8 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/22/11 (Fri)

“The Bikinis” Opens (Northport Music Theater, Route 1; Continues for two weekends) In the summer of 1964, four inseparable friends form a girl group, win a talent contest and make it to the top. Now, many years — and a few pounds later — The Bikinis reunite for a dazzling show of summer hits. Tickets are $25 for evening shows, $20 for matinees and $14 day-of-show.  Visit www.northportmusictheater.com.

7/23/11 (Sat)

Penobscot Bay Day at Penobscot Marine Museum; Special 75th Birthday Edition (Searsport; 10-5) Free museum admission, cake, crafts, music, balloons, presentations, demonstrations, exhibits and more. Visit http://www.penobscotmarinemuseum.org.

7/23/11 (Sat)

10^th Annual Maine Lobster Ride and Roll (Meet at Oceanside High School, Rockland) The state's most scenic and tastiest bicycle ride follows country roads and the rock-bound coast. The fully-supported ride includes four distance options. Cyclists can look forward to a freshly made lobster roll lunch (tuna and veggie options available). The Maine Lobster Ride and Roll supports the Bicycle Coalition of Maine's safety and education programs. For more information, please visit www.BikeMaine.org.

7/23-24/11 (Sat-Sun)

Trucks, Tractors, Commercial Vehicles & Antique Aeroplane Show (Owl’s Head Transportation Museum) Big, bigger and biggest. Featuring more than 250 antique pickups, delivery vans, tractor trailers, military vehicles and more. Pre-1991 vehicles of any make or model are welcome to exhibit at any of our events. Vehicle demonstrations, Model T rides, biplane rides, family activities and more. For more information, visit www.ohtm.org.

7/23/11 (Sat)

John Short Races #3 and #4 (NYC Clubhouse; Skippers’ Meeting at 11:30 AM) Contact Bruce Smith (207-338-5029; elucesmith@aol.com).

7/25/11 (Mon)

Northport Yacht Club Sailing School (NYC Clubhouse; Mon/Wed/Fri 9 AM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/25/11 (Mon)

Belfast Historical Society Program: “Folk Instruments of Britain” (Belfast Library; 7 PM) Traditional, all acoustic instruments of the British Isles. In this popular program, Tom Seymour (musician, naturalist, author of a dozen books on fishing, hiking, exploring, and life in Maine) will explain the history of the instruments he will be playing. They include Scottish bagpipe, Uilleann (Irish) pipes, penny whistle, bouzouki, and pipe and tabor (an English combination). For more information, visit www.belfastmuseum.org.

7/26/11 (Tue)

BINGO for the Kids (Northport Yacht Club; 7 PM) The Junior Yacht Club will run Bingo tonight for kids of all ages at the Northport Yacht Club. Head Sailing Instructor Danny Webster will be our caller! The price of a card is $1. Prizes for winners, and candy for all the players (so eat all your dinner)! Proceeds go to the Junior Yacht Club Sailing Program.

Dance Under the (Bayside) Stars (Community Hall; 7 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/28/11 (Thu)

Northport Yacht Club Fun Races for Kids and Open Potluck Supper (NYC Clubhouse; 4:30 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/28/11 (Thu)

Junior Yacht Club Meeting (NYC Clubhouse; Following Races) See “Recurring Events.”

7/28/11 (Thu)

Belfast Summer Nights Concert Series (Corner of High & Main Streets, Belfast; 5:30-7:30 PM) Performing this week: Raku Raku. See “Recurring Events.”  As always, free.

7/28/11 (Thu)

“Pirates of Penzance” Opens (Outside at Steamboat Landing Park, Belfast; 7 PM; Runs Through August 6, Weather Permitting) The wonderfully silly Gilbert and Sullivan Operetta with fabulous music. Suitable for all ages. Visit www.belfastmaskerstheater.com.

7/29/11 (Fri)

Northport Yacht Club Annual Yard Sale Item Collection and Pre-Sales (NYC Clubhouse; 3-5 PM) Donations of merchandise requested. Volunteer help is needed. Contact Gordon Fuller (kgfuller@roadrunner.com).

7/29/11 (Fri)

Friday Night Art Walk (Belfast; 5-8 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

7/30/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club Annual Mother of All Yard Sales (NYC Clubhouse; 8 AM-Noon) Donations of merchandise requested. Drop-offs from 1-6 PM Friday. This event is a fundraiser for the NYC sailing program. Contact Gordon Fuller (kgfuller@roadrunner.com) or Steve Trenholm (BaysideBoatMe@aol.com or 207-329-0094).

7/30-31/11 (Fri-Sun)

20th Maine Civil War Reenactment and Bucksport Bay Festival (Fort Knox State Park and Bucksport Bay) The Battle at Fort Knox Civil War reenactment features the 20th Maine Company ‘B’, 15th Alabama Company ‘G’, and other reenacting groups and is held in conjunction with the Bucksport Chamber of Commerce Bucksport Bay Festival. For more information, visit http://www.bucksportchamber.org/bayfestival.html.

7/30/10 (Sat)

Northport Village Corporation Voter Registration (Community Hall; 9-11 AM). If you are unsure whether the records of the Village show you as a qualified voter (for example if you are a new property owner), please come to the porch of the Community Hall between 9 AM and 11 AM to register. Please bring a copy of your deed, or other documentation which shows your qualification (registered voter in Northport, fee simple land owner in NVC boundaries, or occupy land under a lease in perpetuity from the Northport Wesleyan Grove Campmeeting Association). Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

7/31/11 (Sun)

Northport Yacht Club Pancake Breakfast (Community Hall; 8 AM-10 AM) Not to be missed!  Contact Art Hall (arthall123@gmail.com).

7/31/11 (Sun)

John Short Race #5 (NYC Clubhouse; Skippers’ Meeting at 11:30 AM; Race at 1 PM) Contact Bruce Smith (207-338-5029; elucesmith@aol.com).

7/31/11 (Sun)

Bayside Historical Preservation Society House Tour (1-5 PM) For the first time in many years, some of your neighbors have graciously offered to open their homes for a sponsored tour. Visit seven cottages and enjoy an exhibition of Dick Brockway’s models and birdhouses of various cottages on display at the Community Hall. If you are the proud owner of such and would be willing to lend it for that day please let Joe Reilly (jpjvreilly@aol.com) know. Not appropriate for children under the age of 12. Volunteers to act as guides in the individual cottages and at the Community Hall display of models are needed. For more information or to volunteer, contact either Angela Cassidy (207-338-6136 or ahc2596@bellsouth.net) or Joy Sherman (207-338-2464 or shermanjoy1941@gmail.com).  There will be ample time for volunteers to see all cottages on the tour.  Tickets ($15 for seven houses) are currently available at the Blair Agency on Ruggles Park, and tickets and maps will be available at the BHPS Museum on Pleasant Street and at the Sunday morning Pancake Breakfast, also on July 31 (in the Community Hall).

7/31/11 (Sun)

Atlantic Challenge Red Jacket Regatta (The Apprenticeshop Dock, Rockland) NYC junior racers may participate. Contact Steve Kazilionis (207-338-1238; skazilionis@gmail.com).

8/1/11 (Mon)

Northport Yacht Club Sailing School (NYC Clubhouse; Mon/Wed/Fri 9 AM) See “Recurring Events.”

8/1/11 (Mon)

Northport Selectmen’s Meeting (Town Hall; 6 PM) Contact the town office at 207-338-3819.

8/3/11 (Wed)

2011 Maine Lobster Festival (Harbor Park, Rockland; Continues Through Sunday, August 8) This world famous “original lobster festival” is one of New England's great summer events. Tons of steamed Maine lobsters served along with pageantry, waterfront activities, maritime displays and demonstrations, Maine arts and crafts, visits to Navy and Coast Guard ships, harbor cruises, contests, lots of wonderful entertainment, a giant parade, international lobster crate race, children's activities and much more. Call (800) LOB-CLAW (800-562-2529) for a free brochure or visit www.mainelobsterfestival.com.

8/3/11 (Wed)

Dance Under the (Bayside) Stars (Community Hall; 7 PM) See “Recurring Events”

8/4/11 (Thu)

Northport Yacht Club Fun Races for Kids and Open Potluck Supper (NYC Clubhouse; 4:30 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

8/4/11 (Thu)

Junior Yacht Club Meeting (NYC Clubhouse; Following Races) See “Recurring Events.”

8/4/11 (Thu)

Belfast Summer Nights Concert Series (Heritage Park, Belfast; 5:30-7:30 PM) Performing this week: High School Jazz Band and Noah Fishman & Pals. See “Recurring Events.”  As always, free.

8/5/11 (Fri)

Webster Home Open Garden Day (746 Shore Road, Bayside; 10 AM-4 PM) Sponsored by the Belfast Garden Club.  Tickets can be purchased at the garden on the day of the tour for a donation of $4 for one garden, or $15 for a five-visit ticket.  Proceeds from the 2011 Garden Tour will benefit the club’s civic beautification projects.  For more information, click here.

8/5/11 (Fri)

Walter Downs Regatta #2 (NYC Clubhouse; Starts with Pre-Race Cookout at 12:30 PM) Open to all kids 10 and over, subject to boat space limitations. Contact Danny Webster (610-761-8995 or dtw43@cornell.edu) or Gordon Fuller (kgfuller@roadrunner.com).

8/5/11 (Fri)

Friday Night Art Walk (Belfast; 5-8 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

8/6/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club Board Meeting (NYC Clubhouse; 8:30 AM)

8/6-7/11 (Sat-Sun)

Antique Auto, Aircraft & Aerobatic Spectacular (Owl’s Head Transportation Museum) All things wings and wheels. High-wheel bicycles, classic cars, antique planes and a high performance air show. Pre-1991 vehicles of any make or model are welcome to exhibit. Vehicle demonstrations, Model T rides, biplane rides, family activities and more. For more information, visit www.ohtm.org.

8/6/11 (Sat)

Beech Hill Blueberry Pick (Beech Hill Preserve, Rockport; 10 AM-2 PM; date subject to change) You're invited to the 9^th annual free blueberry pick at our very own Beech Hill Preserve blueberry farm. (A members-only pick occurs the day before.)  Enjoy the view, check out Beech Nut (which will be open for the occasion), and pick your own MOFGA-certified organic berries. Please leave rakes and dogs at home for this event. Beech Nut, the stone hut at the summit, will be open from 10 AM-2 PM (see “Recurring Events”).

8/6/11 (Sat)

John Short Races #6 & #7 (NYC Clubhouse; Skippers’ Meeting at 11 AM; Race at 12:30 PM) Contact Bruce Smith (207-338-5029; elucesmith@aol.com).

8/6/11 (Sat)

Garden Party (Tentative; 5:30 PM) Sponsored by the Bayside Garden Club.  All adults are welcome!

8/8/11 (Mon)

Northport Yacht Club Sailing School Final Week (NYC Clubhouse; Mon/Wed/Fri 9 AM) See “Recurring Events.”

8/8/11 (Mon)

NYC Summer Cruise Begins (Through 8/13) Jump in your boat and joins us for all or just part of the fun. Contact Jim Facey (jim.facey@gmail.com).

8/8/11 (Mon)

Hawk Henries Performance/Presentation (Community Hall; 7-9 PM) This renowned Native American flute player is sure to delight young and old alike. Hawk has performed for London Mozart Players, American Folk Festival, Boston First Night, Smithsonian Museum, New Orleans Jazz Festival, Harvard University, Boston Center for the Arts to name a few.  He has also been interviewed and performed on National Public Radio. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under, and profits benefit Ruggles Park Maintenance and Upkeep Committee.  Tickets are for sale at event sponsor Bayside Cottage Rentals at 539 Bluff Road and at the Blair Agency in Ruggles Park.  The Community Hall has a maximum capacity for 200. Get your tickets early!  For more information, contact Don Lacoste at (207) 338-5355 or donlacoste@me.com. More about Hawn Henries at www.hawkhenries.com.

8/9/11 (Tue)

3^rd Annual Belfast Street Party (High Street, Belfast; 4-11 PM) This production of Our Town Belfast features an array of food, fun, attractions, games and music.  New this year will be bungee jumping and a mechanical bull, among other attractions, such as the dunk tank, the giant inflatable rat race maze and a climbing wall. There will be two free bounce houses for children.  Free music and entertainment will be offered.  Rain date is Wednesday, August 10.  For more information, call (207) 338-1975, or email mike@pilut.com.

8/11/11 (Thu)

3^rd Annual Belfast Street Party (High Street, Belfast; 4-11 PM) This production of Our Town Belfast features an array of food, fun, attractions, games and music.  New this year will be bungee jumping and a mechanical bull, among other attractions, such as the dunk tank, the giant inflatable rat race maze and a climbing wall. There will be two free bounce houses for children.  Free music and entertainment will be offered.  Rain date is Wednesday, August 10.  For more information, call (207) 338-1975, or email mike@pilut.com.

8/9/11 (Tue)

Northport Village Corporation Voter Registration (Community Hall; 5-6 PM). If you are unsure whether the records of the Village show you as a qualified voter (for example if you are a new property owner), please bring a copy of your deed, or other documentation which shows your qualification (registered voter in Northport, fee simple land owner in NVC boundaries, or occupy land under a lease in perpetuity from the Northport Wesleyan Grove Campmeeting Association). Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

8/9/11 (Tue)

Northport Village Corporation Annual Meeting (Community Hall; 6:30 PM). Additional information will be posted on www.baysidemaine.com as the date approaches. Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

8/10/11 (Wed)

Dance Under the (Bayside) Stars Lesson and Dance Party (Community Hall; 7 PM) See “Recurring Events.”  After this final lesson of the season, there will be a Dance Party at 8 PM.

8/11/11 (Thu)

Northport Yacht Club Fun Races for Kids and Open Potluck Supper (NYC Clubhouse; 4:30 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

8/11/11 (Thu)

Junior Yacht Club Meeting (NYC Clubhouse; Following Races) See “Recurring Events.”

8/11/11 (Thu)

Belfast Summer Nights Concert Series (Corner of High & Main Streets, Belfast; 5:30-7:30 PM) Performing this week: Monday Night Jazz. See “Recurring Events.”  As always, free.

8/12/11 (Fri)

Northport Yacht Club Sailing Program Ends

8/12-14/11 (Fri-Sun)

9^th Annual Maine Boats, Homes and Harbors Show (Harbor Park, Rockland) If you love the coast of Maine, you won't want to miss this show! Come see Maine's finest artists, architects, boatbuilders, furniture makers, craftsmen, designers, marine gear vendors, and musicians. There'll be a model yacht pond, live music, a children's area, exhibits, fine food, the running of the 9^th Annual World Championship Boatyard Dog® Trials, and more! As the only in-water boat show in the state, with more than 70 boats in the water and 150 exhibitors on land, there is something for every member of the family. For more information, visit www.maineboats.com/boatshow.

8/12/11 (Fri)

Friday Night Art Walk (Belfast; 5-8 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

8/13/11 (Sat)

John Short Make-Up and/or Fun Race (NYC Clubhouse; Skippers’ Meeting at 11:30 AM; Race at 1 PM) Contact Bruce Smith (207-338-5029; elucesmith@aol.com).

8/13/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club Potluck Supper & Annual Meeting (Community Hall; 6 PM) Contact Jackie Facey (jim.facey@gmail.com).

8/13/11 (Sat)

“Bugsy Malone Junior” Opens (Northport Music Theater, Route 1) Performed by Northport Music Theater’s summer camp students. Visit www.northportmusictheater.com.

8/15/11 (Mon)

Northport Selectmen’s Meeting (Town Hall; 6 PM) Contact the town office at 207-338-3819.

8/16/11 (Tue)

Coastal Mountains Land Trust Annual Membership Meeting & 25^th Anniversary Celebration (Beech Nut at Beech Hill Preserve, Rockport) All members are encouraged to join the board and staff as they celebrate the year's successes and elect new board members. A social hour with light hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be followed by the official meeting. Details at www.coastalmountains.org.

8/18-21/11 (Thu-Sun)

Penobscot Bay Rendezvous (Rockland/Thomaston/Camden) “Maine’s most anticipated sailing and power event.” Presented by Wayfarer Marine and Lyman-Morse Boatbuilding, the event promises to be the Maine’s regatta of the season. Super yachts, to classics to performance racers, Picnic Boats and lobster yachts are invited to enter this celebration of boating and boatbuilding. Featuring daily races for sailboats and a Poker Run and Photo Pursuit events for powerboats, the participants will have access to both Wayfarer Marine and Lyman-Morse Boatbuilding world-renowned boatyards and will be hosted each night at a different exclusive venue. Lobster bakes, barbeques, dancing and fireworks are all a part of the ticket. Details at www.penobscotbayrendezvous.com.

8/18/11 (Thu)

Northport Yacht Club Fun Races for Adults and Kids (NYC Clubhouse; Time to be determined) All adults and kids 10 & over welcome! Preparation of boats for hauling follows. Contact Gordon Fuller (kgfuller@roadrunner.com).

8/18/11 (Thu)

Final Junior Yacht Club Meeting (NYC Clubhouse; Following Races) All kids welcome! See “Recurring Events.”

8/18/11 (Thu)

Belfast Summer Nights Concert Series (Steamboat Landing, Belfast; 5:30-7:30 PM) Performing this week: TBA. See “Recurring Events.”  As always, free.

8/19/11 (Fri)

Utilities Department Meeting (Community Hall; 2:30 PM) Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

8/19/11 (Fri)

"Steamboat Fever" Reunion (TBD) All persons who were in the cast or production crew of “Steamboat Fever” are asked to email Bob Witherill (sketchrbob@roadrunner.com). Bob will then email you details of a reunion party planned for August 19.

8/19/11 (Fri)

Friday Night Art Walk (Belfast; 5-8 PM)

8/20/11 (Sat)

Informal Gathering to Remember Martha Borgeson (8 Bay Street; 3-5 PM) Martha’s daughter, Dawn Beaver, is hosting an informal gathering of friends and well-wishers to reminisce about Martha.

8/20/11 (Sat)

Belfast Harbor Fest and National Boatbuilding Challenge (Steamboat Landing & Belfast Commons) Celebrate a full day of boats on Belfast's historic waterfront. Beginning at 10 AM, watch as teams of two build a wooden skiff in record time at the National Boatbuilding Challenge, then cheer them on as they test their boats for seaworthiness in a relay race across the harbor. This year, an intercollegiate trophy competition is being added—in addition to competing for the overall prizes, the Maine boat-building schools will compete with each other to see which school will take the trophy home with them. For complete information, visit www.belfastharborfest.com.

8/20-21/11 (Sat-Sun)

Granite Cutting Demonstration (Fort Knox State Park; 10 AM-4 PM) Come and view the skills that were used to create the architectural masterpiece known as Fort Knox. For complete information, visit http://fortknox.maineguide.com/events.html.

8/20/11 (Sat)

34^th Annual New England Auto Auction (Owls Head Transportation Museum, Owls Head; Previews begin at 7:30 AM and bidding starts at 9:30 AM) Up to 200 antique, classic and special interest vehicles go up for bid. One of the greatest car shows in New England. Held under cover, rain or shine. Gates open Saturday at 7 AM. Preview August 15-20. Gates open at 9:30 AM on preview days. Come to buy or come to watch. Spectators welcome. For more information, visit www.ohtm.org.

8/20/11 (Sat)

Around Islesboro Race Planning Session (NYC Clubhouse; 9 AM) Help needed for land support activities, pre- & post-race social activities, etc. Interested parties are welcome and encouraged to attend. Contact Jim Facey (jim.facey@gmail.com) or Art Hall (arthall123@gmail.com).

8/20/11 (Sat)

Come Boating! 11^th Annual Regatta (Belfast Waterfront; Registration at 9 AM, Races at 11 AM) For more information, visit www.comeboating.org.

8/20/11 (Sat)

“Fairy Tale Dreams” Opens (Northport Music Theater, Route 1) Performed by Northport Music Theater’s summer camp students. Visit www.northportmusictheater.com.

8/20-27/10 (Sat-Sat)

Union Fair (Union Fairgrounds) Classic, rural fair (one of the oldest in Maine), celebrating all aspects of agriculture, including a wild blueberry festival. Events include harness racing; old fashioned pig scramble; wild blueberry pie baking and eating contests; horse, oxen, and tractor pulls; fireworks; sheep shearing contest; 4-H exhibits; carnival; entertainment; and more. For more information, visit www.unionfair.org.

8/21/11 (Sun)

Overseers’ Meeting (Community Hall; 9 AM) Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

8/21/11 (Sun)

Informal Gathering to Remember Marylyn Rosenblum (Rosenblum’s Porch at 20 Bay Street; 3:30 PM) Harry is hosting an informal gathering of friends and well-wishers to reminisce about Marylyn. Food and drinks, too.

8/22/11 (Mon)

Belfast Historical Society Program: “Movie Night” (Belfast Library; 7 PM) Film selections from the Belfast Museum’s Robert Hall movie collection, showing Belfast from the 1930s to the 1980s. For more information, visit www.belfastmuseum.org.

8/25/11 (Thu)

Belfast Summer Nights Concert Series (Beaver Street, Belfast; 5:30-7:30 PM) Performing this week: Riptyde. See “Recurring Events.”  As always, free.

8/26/11 (Fri)

Friday Night Art Walk (Belfast; 5-8 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

9/1/11 (Thu)

Belfast Summer Nights Concert Series (Corner of High & Main Streets, Belfast; 5:30-7:30 PM) Performing this week: Willy Kelly Band. See “Recurring Events.”  As always, free.

9/2-4/11 (Fri-Sun)

Camden Windjammer Festival (Camden) A community-led celebration of Camden’s maritime heritage and living traditions. From the great age of sail when four, five, and even six-masted schooners were launched into Camden Harbor, through the birth of the windjammer business here in the 1930s and continuing with the elegant yachts that visit or call Camden home every summer, sailing ships have always defined this gorgeous community where the mountains meet the sea. For more information, visit http://www.camdenwindjammerfestival.com/.

9/2/11 (Fri)

Friday Night Art Walk (Belfast; 5-8 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

9/3-4/11 (Sat-Sun)

Vintage Motorcycle Meet & Antique Aeroplane Show (Owl’s Head Transportation Museum) A much anticipated annual gathering of up to 250 antique and classic bikes. Pre-1991 vehicles of any make or model are welcome to exhibit at any of our events. Vehicle demonstrations, Model T rides, biplane rides, family activities and more. For more information, visit www.ohtm.org.

9/4/11 (Sun)

19^th Annual Bayside Chili Party (6 PM) Come participate in this annual end-of-the-summer event. Chili will be provided. Please BYOB and a dish that will serve 6-8 people. Kids and friends welcome. Please come to help out on Sunday at 2 PM for tent set up and decorating. Tables & chairs are always welcome; bring them early in the day. We will need a clean-up crew on Monday morning as well (10 AM). Thanks to all in advance. Call or email Susan Spollett. (207-338-2465 or Susanspollett@yahoo.com) if you have questions.

9/5/11 (Mon)

Labor Day

9/7/11 (Wed)

Beech Nut Open House (Beech Hill Preserve, Rockport; 10 AM-2 PM) See “Recurring Events.”  Featuring Bach in Beech Nut, music performed by violinist Heidi Karod, from 11 AM-1 PM.

9/9/11 (Fri)

Around Islesboro Race Eve Dinner & Pre-Registration (NYC Clubhouse; 6 PM) Contact Art Hall (arthall123@gmail.com) for race information or Jackie Facey (jim.facey@gmail.com) for social/volunteer information.

9/9/11 (Fri)

Utilities Department Meeting (Community Hall; 2:30 PM) Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

9/10/11 (Sat)

25th Annual Around Islesboro Race (AIR 2011) Contact Art Hall (arthall123@gmail.com) for race information or Jackie Facey (jim.facey@gmail.com) for social/volunteer information. Please consider bringing down a dish to the club on Saturday afternoon. Serving starts at 4 PM. Casseroles, salads, chili, soups, desserts are all welcome.

9/10/11 (Sat)

Coastal Mountains Land Trust 3^rd Annual “Run for the Hills” (Belfast Boathouse; 8 AM Start) Runners, take your mark… and walkers too! This dual event will offer a 10-kilometer race for runners and a 5-kilometer sponsored walk. Registration begins at 7:30 AM at Waterfall Arts, 256 High Street in Belfast. Walkers will start first, at 9:30. Details at www.coastalmountains.org. The scenic walking and running routes will pass conserved land along the Passagassawakeag River.

9/10/11 (Sat)

9^th Annual Medieval Tournament (Fort Knox State Park; 10 AM-4 PM) Knights will have armored combat, medieval music will be played, arts and science displays will be on hand, and an archery demonstration will take place. For complete information, visit http://fortknox.maineguide.com/events.html.

9/11/11 (Sun)

Overseers’ Meeting (Community Hall; 9 AM) Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

9/12/11 (Mon)

Northport Selectmen’s Meeting (Town Hall; 6 PM) Contact the town office at 207-338-3819.

9/15/11 (Thu)

“Talking Heads” Opens (Maskers’ Theater, Belfast; Runs Through September 25) Monologues from the renowned playwright Alan Bennett. Comedy/drama. Suitable for older teens and adults. Visit www.belfastmaskerstheater.com.

9/17-18/11 (Sat-Sun)

Earth Movers & Shakers & Antique Aeroplane Show (Owl’s Head Transportation Museum) An earth-moving gathering of construction vehicles large and small. A fun family event. Vehicle demonstrations, Model T rides, biplane rides, family activities and more. For more information, visit www.ohtm.org.

9/19/11 (Mon)

Northport Selectmen’s Meeting (Town Hall; 6 PM) Contact the town office at 207-338-3819.

9/23/11 (Fri)

“Sister Robert Anne’s Cabaret Class” Opens (Northport Music Theater, Route 1; Continues for two weekends) A new offshoot of the wildly popular "Nunsense" musicals, this show lets the spunky and feisty Sister Robert Anne occupy the spotlight as she performs a one-woman "Nunsense" song feast with amazing vocal talent, humor and show-stopping energy. Tickets are $25 for evening shows, $20 for matinees and $14 day-of-show.  Visit www.northportmusictheater.com.

9/26/11 (Mon)

Belfast Historical Society Program: “Images from the Photograph Collections of the Penobscot Marine Museum” (Belfast Library; 7 PM) More treasures from the glass plate negative collection, presented by Kevin Johnson, photo-archivist at the Penobscot Marine Museum. For more information, visit www.belfastmuseum.org.

9/30/11 (Fri)

Friday Night Art Walk (Belfast; 5-8 PM) See “Recurring Events.”

10/3/11 (Mon)

Northport Selectmen’s Meeting (Town Hall; 6 PM) Contact the town office at 207-338-3819.

10/7-8/11 (Sat-Sun)

Fling into Fall (Penobscot Marine Museum, Searsport; 10 AM-2 PM) Events and exhibits on the Penobscot Marine Museum campus and all over town: parade, crafts fair, live music, refreshments, dance, much more. For more information, visit www.penobscotmarinemuseum.org.

10/7/11 (Fri)

Utilities Department Meeting (Community Hall; 2:30 PM) Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

10/8/11 (Sat)

Northport Yacht Club Board Meeting (Location to be determined; 9 AM)

10/8-9/11 (Sat-Sun)

Foreign Auto Festival & Antique Aeroplane Show (Owl’s Head Transportation Museum) Autocross on Saturday. Sunday we welcome British vehicles of any year, make or model as well as all pre-1990 marques. A salute to globalization with vintage vehicles from around the world. Volkswagen is the featured marque. All pre-1991 vehicles welcome. Vehicle demonstrations, Model T rides, biplane rides, family activities and more. For more information, visit www.ohtm.org.

10/9/11 (Sun)

Overseers’ Meeting (Community Hall; 9 AM) Contact Paul Bartels at nvc@bluestreakme.com or 207-338-0751.

10/17/11 (Mon)

Northport Selectmen’s Meeting (Town Hall; 6 PM) Contact the town office at 207-338-3819.

10/21-22/11 (Fri-Sat)

Fright at the Fort 2011 (Fort Knox State Park; 5:30-9 PM) Visitors are led through the dark passageways of Fort Knox, where indescribable things lurk in the shadows, creating screams of fright. For additional information visit http://fortknox.maineguide.com/fright/.

10/24/11 (Mon)

Belfast Historical Society Program: “Belfast During the Civil War, The Home Front” (Belfast Library; 7 PM) 2011 marks the start of the four-year sesquicentennial celebration and remembrance of the Civil War. This slide talk by Megan Pinette, Belfast Historical Society President, will focus on soldiers’ letters to home and life in Belfast during and following the close of the war. For more information, visit www.belfastmuseum.org.

10/28-29/11 (Fri-Sat)

Fright at the Fort 2011 (Fort Knox State Park; 5:30-9 PM) See prior entry.

10/29-30/11 (Sat-Sun)

The Great Fall Auction & Flea Market (Owl’s Head Transportation Museum) Fundraising auction featuring travel packages, antiques collectibles, plus gift certificates galore! A great day of bargains. Flea market Saturday; auction Sunday. Free admission all weekend. For more information, visit www.ohtm.org.

Weekly

Northport Yacht Club Sailing School Weekly program offered Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings throughout the summer. All children 10 and older may participate for a week or for the whole summer. Swimming test is required for new students. Report to the NYC Clubhouse by 9 AM Monday, with a personal flotation device if you have one. For more information, contact Danny Webster (610-761-8995 or dtw43@cornell.edu).

Periodic Wednesdays

Dance Under the (Bayside) Stars Lesson (Community Hall; 7 PM) Back for a fourth year, the Bayside Historical Preservation Society is proud to present the ballroom dancing series in our own Community Hall. Renowned Midcoast region instructor Courtney Porter teaches. The classes are free to Baysiders, but donations are accepted. Bring a partner, or just come and watch. Contact Maureen O’Keefe at (207) 338-5579 for questions or additional information.

Thursdays

Northport Yacht Club Fun Races for Kids and Open Potluck Supper (NYC Clubhouse; 4:30 PM) All kids 10 and over are welcome! Cookout/potluck immediately follows. Held Thursday afternoons throughout the season. Contact Danny Webster (610-761-8995 or dtw43@cornell.edu) about the races and Ann Louise Smit about the cookout/potluck (amsit@lawrenceville.org).

Thursdays

Junior Yacht Club Meeting (NYC Clubhouse; Following Races) All kids welcome! Held Thursday afternoons after the Fun Races throughout the season. Please bring your annual $5 membership fee. Contact Sharlene Kelly (cmsllc3@gmail.com), Jane Williams (lojek62@myfairpoint.net) or Fritz Homans (fhomans@aol.com).

Thursdays

Belfast Summer Nights Concert Series (Belfast; 5:30-7:30 PM) A popular, free outdoor concert series on Thursday nights in Belfast.

Biweekly

Northport Selectmen’s Meeting (Northport Town Hall; First and Third Monday of Each Month; 6 PM)

Weekly (July/Aug)

Friday Night Art Walk (Belfast; 5-8 PM) Come out and enjoy an evening stroll down the streets of Belfast, when the downtown art galleries keep their doors open for Friday Night Art Walk. Over a dozen art venues participate. Maps are available at Belfast’s art galleries. A variety of outdoor performances add to the festive atmosphere, so hit the streets for a lovely night out between 5pm and sunset. For more information, visit www.belfastartwalk.com.

Periodically

Beech Nut Open House (Beech Hill Preserve, Rockport) Beech Nut, the historic stone house on the summit of Beech Hill in Rockport, will be open to the public just two days per month during the summer. Coastal Mountains Land Trust, which owns and manages Beech Hill Preserve, completed restoration of the building from its foundation to its sod roof in November of 2007. Guests will have the opportunity to talk about the history and management of Beech Hill with Land Trust volunteers. For more information, visit www.coastalmountains.org or call 207-236-7091.