Events - Jul 31 23

Registration is now open for the 12th annual People Plus Senior Health Expo, in partnership with Spectrum Generations, to be held on Thursday, October 19, 2023 at the Brunswick Recreation Center in Brunswick from 9 am – 1 pm. Both sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are available with space for up to 70 vendor tables. Last year’s highly successful gathering, the first in-person Expo since 2019, drew about 600 participants and nearly 80 businesses, services and programs were represented.

Thank you to our lead Partners for this year: Coastal Landing Retirement Community, Gateway Retirement Solutions, Kennebec Pharmacy + Home Care, Mid Coast-Parkview Health, Maine Health, Priority Real Estate Group, Rusty Lantern Market, and Spectrum Generations, plus Sponsors Avita of Brunswick & Sunnybrook, Brackett Funeral Home, Maine Community Bank, and Insurance & Retirement Solutions.

Registration deadline is September 15, 2023 (Sponsor deadline to “be on the bag” is September 1)! Visit www.peopleplusmaine.org for more information including registration form and sponsorship opportunities or call 729-0757.

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

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.

Calling all residents of Mid Coast Senior Health! Join us for a wonderful morning of music featuring talented Festival Young Artists. Community concerts typically feature a variety of classical repertoire and last 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Join us for an Open House after a BDA Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Invictus Physical Therapy & Sports Performance on July 31st,  4 – 6 pm.

Rexy Dinosaur hosts open mic night at Bolos on the last Monday of every month! Swing by to perform your own renditions, covers or stand up! Rexy provides basic instruments but all are welcome to bring their own. No reservations needed.

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. 

Hailed as “Superb” and “imaginative, skillful creators” by the New York Times, the Calder Quartet captivates audiences exploring a broad spectrum of repertoire, always striving to fulfill the composer’s vision in their performances. The group’s distinctive artistry is exemplified by a musical curiosity brought to everything they perform and has led them to be called “one of America’s most satisfying – and most enterprising – quartets”. (Los Angeles Times)

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.