Maine Events - August Other
Singing and Stories in City of Ships - Chocolate Church Arts Center
Jun 04 thru Aug 27, 2008. Bath. Alison Lee Freeman presents "Singing our History in the City of Ships" every Wednesday night from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Chocolate Church Arts Center at 798 Washington Street. Ms. Freeman presents an evening of songs and stories on the rich history of the City of Ships. For info phone (207) 442-8455. Map + Directions | Report Update
Games and Toys of Yesteryear - Shaker Village
Aug 02, 2008. New Gloucester. A special invitation to grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles and godparents to come relive the joys of your youth with a new generation. Share memories of the games and toys you loved as a child. Workshop attendees will have the opportunity to play a variety of games from the past as well as create your own versions to take home. Wear your playclothes! Pre-registration and $30 fee required. For info phone (207) 926-4597. Map + Directions | Report Update
Greater Brunswick Peace Fair
Aug 02, 2008. Brunswick. The Greater Brunswick Peace Fair is an annual event in commemoration of the August 1945 atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. We gather on the Green on Maine Street from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to learn and create a vision for a nonviolent sustainable future. Events for children and adults from art projects to conversation cafes. For info phone (207) 720-0023. Map + Directions | Report Update
Heirloom Herm Wreath Workshop - Shaker Village
Aug 06, 2008. New Gloucester. This workshop will visit the Shaker gardens and harvest lamb's ear, thyme, sage, oregano and other fresh herbs. The class will complete a "living wreath" and several small ornaments filled with fragrances from the fresh herb harvest. Pre-registration and $35 fee required. For info phone (207) 926-4597. Map + Directions | Report Update
Herb and Flower Garden Workshop - Shaker Village
Aug 13 thru Aug 16, 2008. New Gloucester. The United Society of Shakers presents a workshop on Herb and Flower Gardens. You will construct a 4' garland that can grace a door, mantle or window. Pre-registration and $35 fee required. Workshop is held on August 13 and again on August 16, so select either one. For info phone (207) 926-4597. Map + Directions | Report Update
Hand Tools II - Shaker Village
Aug 16, 2008. New Gloucester. The United Society of Shakers presents Hand Tools II, a workshop where you will learn what to look for and how to use and sharpen chisels, planes and scrapers. This workshop is led by Chris Becksvoort. Pre-registration and fee of $25 required. For info phone (207) 926-4597. Map + Directions | Report Update
Weave-A-Necklace Workshop - Shaker Village
Aug 23, 2008. New Gloucester. Weave-A-Necklace Workshop in Shaker Village. Pre-warped looms, yarns and needles will be provided. Bring your own scissors and tweezers. Pre-registration and $40 fee required. For info phone (207) 926-4597. Map + Directions | Report Update
Shaker Style Herb Cabinet - Shaker Village
Aug 30, 2008. New Gloucester. The United Society of Shakers presents a workshop on making a Shaker style herb cabinet. This pine cabinet is closed on three sides with an open front and two shelves. Put together the cabinet and finish it a milk paint finish and small stencil design. Pre-registration and $45 fee required. For info phone (207) 926-4597. Map + Directions | Report Update
