$495. Another original from our upstairs studio. Loving Embrace Diamond Pendant. Shown in 14K Rose gold, set with a high quality .17 carat diamond on 18 inch white gold chain. Brown Goldsmiths 11 Mechanic Street Freeport, ME 865-4126. Email: [email protected] www.browngoldsmiths.com

$10.95 ea. The perfect gift for the creative one on your list. Bead mixes tubed up in exciting colors. Perfect for beginning beader or the experienced designer. Hang on your tree or stuff their stockings. Beadin Path 15 Main Street Freeport, ME www.beadinpath.com 1-207-865-4785

BRIDGTON December 5: Downtown Bridgton Winter Holiday Candlelight Stroll at 5:15 p.m. The community will gather at Pondicherry Square (near Rickey’s Diner) between 4:45 p.m. and 5 p.m. where there will be 2,000 candles to be distributed as folks arrive. Stroll along Main Street, over Methodist Hill, and into Post Office Square, arriving at Stevens Brook […]

 More than 16.6 billion cards, letters and packages will likely be delivered this holiday season, and many will carry a unique message: “Season’s Greenings.” That’s because there are plenty of ways to green up your holiday mailings. For instance:? Green Postage You might be surprised at just how green holiday postage stamps have become. Stamps, […]

The 2009-10 snow and riding season will wrap up on March 28, but not before a last hoorah. Black Mountain’s annual Family Fun weekend starts Saturday, March 27. This year’s events are still in the works, but past year’s have included a torchlight parade, a fire hose tug of war, an alpine relay race, a […]

 Along with area businesses, Black Mountain has put the axe to the old adage… “nothing is free.” For the fourth consecutive year, people can ski or snowboard for free on scheduled Wednesday nights from 4-9 p.m. Developed by our sister operation, Big Rock, in Mars Hill, as a way of re-establishing skiing as a lifestyle […]

 Hit The Edge tubing park at Black Mountain. Snow tubing offers fun and adventure for all ages and abilities. There’s no need for special equipment… just warm clothes and a little courage, and anyone can enjoy the thrill of sliding down one of Black Mountain’s groomed tubing runs. Your anticipation begins as the 300-foot handle […]

 Bring your next event to the beautiful lodge at Black Mountain of Maine for a rustic feel with all the modern conveniences. Whether it’s a formal affair, wedding, party, meeting, conference or casual get-together, let us help you make it a memorable one. Our lodge boasts a beautiful crackling fireplace, expansive views, and a large […]

 Black Mountain is excited to expand on its Junior Race Program for the 2010 ski season. This new program is geared for the junior skier in grades 3 through 9 who already knows how to ski, but who wants to improve his/her turning skills and learn to race. For as long as Black Mountain has […]

 KinderKlub: This program is designed for first time skiers between the ages of 3 and 6 years old. These are private, one hour, one on one lessons, once a week for six weeks with the same instructor. Skills learned: Become familiar with equipment, walking and gliding on one ski, balance while snowplowing, developing a gliding […]