BOOK NOOK SOUTH PARIS — Cynthia L. Thibodeau graduated from Central Maine Community College at the age of 55 with a degree in graphic communication. While attending school full time, enduring many challenges, she was a self-employed business manager and licensed cosmetologist. She is the owner and operator of Klips Salon in Oxford. In 2008, […]

RANGELEY — A nostalgic nod to London’s Swinging ’60s takes to the RFA Lakeside Theater stage from May 23-26, with “SHOUT! The Mod Musical.” Since the original production debuted off-Broadway, this hip musical comedy revue has sold out all over the U.S. and U.K. The musical follows five young female subscribers to a fictional magazine […]

Artists, musicians, street performers, and more BRUNSWICK — Downtown Brunswick will sport a festive atmosphere for all ages as Five Rivers Arts Alliance offers Second Friday ArtWalks from 5-8 p.m. May 9 through Oct. 9. Each ArtWalk will feature artists exhibiting in multiple venues with opening receptions and new exhibits each month, along with more […]

PORTLAND — With the help of the Portland Symphony Orchestra, audience members will be transported to Harry Potter’s magical world at the PSO’s upcoming Discovery Concert: Harry Potter and the Magic of Music. Muggles of all ages are invited to attend the family-friendly event, at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, May 11, at Merrill Auditorium. Tickets are […]

From 8 p.m.-midnight, Saturday, May 3, , a five-piece jam/rock/alternative country band from Buckfield, will play at Pedro O’Hara’s on Main St. in Lewiston. Formed in 2007, band members are Jedidiah Allen on drums/vocals, Elijah Allen on bass, Tyler Russell on guitar, Sam Berce on guitar, and saxophonist Peter Richard. There is no cover charge.

UMF to celebrate 150-year story with “Farmington Voices: Our Stories through Letters, Song and Performance,” May 1-2 FARMINGTON — In celebration of the rich heritage of individuals whose contributions over 150 years have made UMF the singular place it is today, the University of Maine at Farmington will present “Farmington Voices: Our Stories through Letters, […]

AUBURN — Comedy Fix XIV will take place at 8 p.m. Friday, May 9, at the Auburn Fireside Inn. All net proceeds will benefit the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society. Comedy Fix founder Mark Turcotte will host comedians , Josh Day, Greg Boggis, Aharon Hebert and Jake Jacobson. Mulloy, a regular on the Boston scene, has […]

PORTLAND — PORTopera has been chosen as one of several organizations across the country to receive a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts in support of its upcoming production of Verdi’s Rigoletto. PORTopera will receive a $12,500 grant to bring to life its unique take on Rigoletto and an accompanying FILMfest for young […]

Painter Luanne Wrenn and photographer Alex Wrenn to exhibit at SugarWood Gallery FARMINGTON — The artists of the month at SugarWood Gallery are Luann and Alex Wrenn of Wilton. An open house reception will be held from 4-7 p.m. Friday, May, and from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, May 4. The public is invited. Refreshments will […]

country music show will start at 8:30 p.m. Friday, May 2, at Mixers in Sabattus. This band likes to get people on the dance floor to have a rocking good time. Band members are Tina Kelly on lead vocals; Jamie Ruhlin on bass and vocals; Steve Ackerman on drums; John Morgan on guitar and vocals; […]