Events - Jul 1 23

07/01/23 at All Day

Registration for new Dialogue Groups

Dialogue Groups About Racism are Now Enrolling for Fall 2023!

We all want to see improvements in the racial disparities in our society, but it can be difficult to have deep, meaningful conversations about these issues. The Sacred Ground program uses discussion groups led by trained facilitators in order to make this conversation safer and more impactful. Groups of 6-9 participants and two trained facilitators meet for 90 minutes over the course of eleven sessions. During this time they watch and discuss films exploring the history of racism in American society and begin to envision a different future together. Roughly 150 people in the Brunswick area have participated in these groups so far, and the feedback has been so positive that we are starting additional groups in the fall. We plan to offer both in-person groups (at Curtis Library) and Zoom groups at a variety of times. We hope you will join the conversation!

Please note: While this program began in The Episcopal Church, these groups are specifically designed to be interfaith and are NOT religious in nature.

Learn more and register at stpaulsmaine.org/learning-sacred-ground-new

or by contacting our Program Coordinator at SacredGroundME@gmail.com

07/01/23 at 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Maine Made Market

Maine Made Market at The Brunswick Naval Aviation Museum!

Saturdays: June 10 to September 9, 2023. 9 am – 4 pm.
Support the Maine Crafters who are making donations to the Brunswick Naval Aviation Museum – Open Saturdays: 10 am – 4 pm. during the market!

Vendors include:

Maine Made Photos
Hill and Shore Woodworks, www.hillandshore.com
Dust of the Earth Pottery
Laforest Tree of Life Designs, Facebook: Laforest Tree of Life Designs
Allagash Tails, www.alagashtails.com
Mushland Laser Designs & Leather Goods
Worldly Delights, www.worldlydelightsonline.com
Spotted Mermaid, elegant beaded utensils and plates

All About the Honey, Salsas, Jams, Honey
H. Monique Designs, unique handmade silver & bronze jewelry.hmoniquedesigns.com

Mainly Labs Studio, “Lab Art” by Jim Williams, www.mainelylabs.com
Sider’s Woodcrafting, Charcuterie Boards &More, www.siderswoodcrafting.com

Forthouse Studios, Joe Rosshirt: Fun illustrations to tickle your fancy forthousestudios.com

And more…

The Maine Made Market is organized in 2021 by Ann and Bob Hutchins, owners and operators of Maine Made Photos, which they established in 2006 after relocating from New Orleans due to hurricane Katrina. Their shop is located on Brunswick Landing.

The Arts Market is designed to showcase and sell Maine artists’ work and at the same time draw attention to and help support the Brunswick Naval Aviation Museum. The museum is embarking on a $3.5 million building renovation and exhibit installation to preserve the heritage of maritime patrol aviation, particularly that of the former Naval Air Station in Brunswick, and to memorialize those Brunswick based air crewmen who lost their lives in service to their country.

HOURS: The museum is open Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 am – 4 pm. during the market. A major feature of the museum is its state-of-the-art flight simulator. The museum is on the web at bnamuseum.com and you can follow us on Facebook. The museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation and all contributions are tax deductible in accordance with IRS regulations.

For further information concerning the Brunswick Landing Arts Market, or to be a vendor, contact Ann Hutchins at brunswicklandingartsmarket@gmail.com.

07/01/23 at 9:30 am to 5:00 pm

Free Exhibit - ROBERT McCLOSKEY: The Art of Wonder

Curtis Memorial Library is hosting a free exhibit of nearly 70 original illustrations from Robert McCloskey’s iconic Maine-based children’s books – ONE MORNING IN MAINE, TIME OF WONDER, BURT DOW DEEP-WATER MAN, and turning 75 this year . . . BLUEBERRIES FOR SAL, as well as the Boston classic MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS.

The exhibit is open during library hours, and includes special programming throughout, including readings from Sal McCloskey herself, and drawing workshops led by co-presenters the Illustration Institute. Supported by the STK Foundation, Sherman’s Maine Coast Book Shops, L.L.Bean and Bath Savings Bank. Images on loan from the May Massee Collection, Special Archives, Emporia State University, Emporia, Kansas. See full schedule at www.curtislibrary.com/mccloksey.

07/01/23 at 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

First of July Games on the Mall + Cornhole Tournament

First of July Games on the Mall + Cornhole Tournament!

Near the gazebo on the outdoor Mall in downtown Brunswick
Saturday, July 1, 2023 FREE Games Starting at 10 am
Sack Race, Pie Eating Contest and More
Free fun for the whole family!Community Fundraiser starting after the Games
Brunswick Rules Cornhole Tournament
$10 per player; 3 players per team

More details and the tournament registration page will be available on the Brunswick Rotary website.

07/01/23 at 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Bowdoin International Music Festival: Community Concert at Flight Deck Brewing

June 26 – August 4: Each summer, musicians from the world’s finest conservatories and ensembles gather in Brunswick at the Bowdoin International Music Festival. Concertgoers will enjoy evening chamber music at Studzinski Recital Hall every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, in addition to Sunday matinees on July 9 and 23. On July 14 and Aug. 4, Crooker Theater will host the festival orchestra alongside guest concerto soloists. Additionally, the Festival presents dozens of free student performances, masterclasses, and community events. Learn more at bowdoinfestival.org/events or 207-373-1400.

Join us for the Bowdoin International Music Festival’s Community Concert Series! Talented young artists will engage with audiences at non-traditional venues throughout the Midcoast region and perform a variety of classical chamber repertoire. Learn more at bowdoinfestival.org/community-concerts or 207-373-1400.

Join us at Flight Deck for drinks, food, and good times on Brunswick Landing! Community concerts typically feature a variety of classical repertoire and last 45 minutes to 1 hour.

07/01/23 at 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Bowdoin International Music Festival: Young Artists Concert

The Festival is committed to providing its viewers with meaningful dialogue through music. Our free livestreaming program increases the accessibility of world-class chamber music to all. Thank you for considering a gift to the Festival to help us continue to provide livestreaming for free. Enjoy our free livestream at bowdoinfestival.org/festivalive.

07/01/23 at 9:00 pm to 10:30 pm

Bowdoin International Music Festival: Guinea Pigs in Bow Ties

This special evening features works written within 48 hours prior to the concert start time. Exactly two days before, student composers randomly draw performer names and instruments out of a hat. Using the resulting instrumentation, composers are tasked with immediately writing a new piece of music for “guinea pig” musicians. Audience members will be treated to fresh and experimental music created specifically for this event.