MAINE AREA ATTRACTIONS: GLEN COVE, CAMDEN AND ROCKPORT

August 3—Windjammer watching aboard the Bugeye Schooner Jenny Norman. 10:00 am – noon. Sail in company with Rockland’s fleet of Windjammers as they depart for their week-long excursions. We will be serving locally roasted coffee and old-fashioned donuts. Reservations recommended, departing from Atlantic Challenge, 643 Main St., Rockland, 207-542-3695. www.sailmainebugeye.com

August 4—Merryspring Nature Center Summer Lecture Series-- Noon. Bring a brown bag and hear about “Bulbs, and more bulbs.” Talks are free for members; $5.00 non-members. Merryspring Nature Center, 236-2239. 30 Conway Road, Camden. www.merryspring.org

August 5—Merryspring’s Annual Kitchen Tour: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Visit eight uniquely designed kitchens in the towns of Camden, Rockport, & Lincolnville. Enjoy demonstrations and tastings from specialty growers and chefs throughout the day. Merryspring Nature Center, 30 Conway Road, Camden. www.merryspring.org

August 5—The Mansions of Islesboro Full Moon Cruise aboard Schooner Appledore. 5:15 - approx 8:45. Join the crew for an extended cruise on this world class windjammer as we sail to this magnificent island. We will cruise up Gilkey Harbor past the vast mansions of the famous community of Dark Harbor. Food will be included and a full bar is available. Enjoy sunset behind the mountains and moonlight sparkling on the water as we return to our home port. Space will be limited. For reservations and information call 207-236-8353.

August 5—Moon-rise Dessert Sail aboard the Bugeye Schooner Jenny Norman. 6:00 – 8:00 pm. We will be serving a seasonal Maine dessert and tea as we watch the full moon rise (7:43 pm) to the east and the sun set (7:55 pm) over our coastal hills to the west. Reservations encouraged, departing from Atlantic Challenge, 643 Main St., Rockland, 207-542-3695. www.sailmainebugeye.com

August 5—Bay Chamber Concerts presents 20th Anniversary – Reunion. 8:00 p.m. Strand Theatre, Rockland. Strauss’ Capriccio for String Sextet; Haydn’s String Quartet in F major, Op. 77, No. 2; Raum’s Table at the Bushwakker (commissioned by St. Lawrence); Dvorak’s String Sextet in A major, Op. 48. St. Lawrence String Quartet with Barry Shiffman, violin; and Marina Hoover, cello. $25 - $35 for adults, $8 for ages 18 and under. Discounts available for subscribers. www.baychamberconcerts.org; (207) 236-2823.

August 6—“Adding Fall Color to Your Garden” Hammon Buck from Plants Unlimited in Rockport will offer advice on adding fall color to gardens to extend color throughout the season. Sponsored by the Rockport Garden Club. Free to the public. 2:00 to 3:00 pm at the Rockport Opera House; refreshments will follow. FMI call Ellen McMullen at 230-1260.

August 6—Full Moon Rise & Sunset Sail aboard Schooner Appledore. 6:00 – 8:30pm. Enjoy the islands, mountains, and wildlife of our coastal wonderland as the Windjammer Appledore cruises the Sun and Moon lit sparkling waters of Penobscot Bay. Soft drinks, beer wine & full bar available. For reservations and information call 207-236-8353.

August 6—Full Moon Sail aboard the Schooner Olad. 7:00-9:00 pm. Watch the sun go down behind the mountains of Camden Hills State Park, then turn seaward and watch the moonrise over the islands of Penobscot Bay. $31.00. 207-236-2323. www.maineschooners.com

August 6—The Maine Experience Auction. Sale of hospitality and travel-related packages plus items with a “Maine-made” flair. An evening event. Owls Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum St, Owls Head; 207-594-4418; www.owlshead.org

August 6—Bay Chamber Concerts presents 20th Anniversary – Celebration. 8:00 p.m. Rockport Opera House. Haydn’s String Quartet in E major, Op. 2, No. 2; Schoenberg’s Verklarte Nacht, Op. 4; Schubert’s String Quintet in C major, D. 956, Op. 163. St. Lawrence String Quartet with Barry Shiffman, violin; and Marina Hoover, cello. $25 - $35 for adults, $8 for ages 18 and under. Discounts available for subscribers. www.baychamberconcerts.org; (207) 236-2823.

August 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16—Sweeney Todd. Presented by Camden Civic Theatre at the Camden Opera House. Tickets are $12 & $16, and are available from Camden Civic Theatre. FMI: www.camdencivictheater.com; (207) 236-2281 or www.camdenoperahouse.com

August 7-9—7th Annual Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show. Maine’s only in-water boat and home show will feature the state’s finest artists, architects, boatbuilders, craftsmen, designers, furniture makers, marine gear vendors, and musicians. There'll be a model yacht pond, live music, a Kid’s Fun Zone, fine Maine food, the running of the 7th Annual World Championship Boatyard Dog ® Trials (Sunday at 10:30), and the new Zucchini Boat Regatta. Admission: $10 adults, under 12 free. Gates open at 10 a.m. daily. Harbor and Buoy parks, Rockland. No pets allowed. www.maineboats.com 800-565-4951

August 11—Merryspring Nature Center Summer Lecture Series-- Noon. Bring a brown bag and learn about “Gardening Goes Vertical.” Talks are free for members; $5.00 non-members. Merryspring Nature Center, 236-2239. 30 Conway Road, Camden. www.merryspring.org

August 11—Half Day Sail and Lobster Bake aboard the Schooner Olad. 2:30-8:45 pm. Enjoy an afternoon sail with us through the archipelago of Islesboro to Warren Island State Park. Enjoy a hike around the island while we prepare a traditional Maine Lobster Bake for you. 8/12 Rain date. $110.00. 207-236-2323. www.maineschooners.com

August 12—Bay Chamber Concerts presents Andrew Wolf Award Winner Concert – Soaring Melodies. 8:00 p.m. Strand Theatre, Rockland. Haydn’s Piano Trio in C major, Hob. XV: 27; Mendelssohn’s Cello Sonata No. 2 in D major, Op. 58; Mendelssohn’s Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 49. Geoff Nuttal, violin; Christopher Costanza, cello; Inon Barnatan piano. $25 - $35 for adults, $8 for ages 18 and under. Discounts available for subscribers. www.baychamberconcerts.org; (207) 236-2823

August 13—Sunset Music Sail aboard the Bugeye Schooner Jenny Norman. 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Traditional roots music, sea chanties and Maine folk songs. These fun trips sell out fast – reservations recommended! Departing from Atlantic Challenge, 643 Main St., Rockland, 207-542-3695. www.sailmainebugeye.com

August 13—Bay Chamber Concerts presents Andrew Wolf Award Winner Concert – Crossing Borders. 8:00 p.m. Rockport Opera House.Beethoven’s Seven Variations on a theme from Mozart’s Magic Flute in E flat, WoO 46; Enesco’s Sonata for Violin & Piano No. 3 in A minor, Op. 25; Schumann’s Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Op. 63.Geoff Nuttal and Livia Sohn violins; Christopher Costanza, cello; and Inon Barnaton, piano. $25 - $35 for adults, $8 for ages 18 and under. Discounts available for subscribers. www.baychamberconcerts.org; (207) 236-2823

August 14, 15, & 16—Wag It Training Center Presents CPE Dog Agility Trial. Three days of dogs competing on courses of jumps, tunnels, seesaws and speed. Pre-registration required to enter. Spectators welcome. Union Fairgrounds, Union. Wag It Training Center, www.wagitinc.com 207-789-5126

August 15—Bay Chamber Concerts presents Next Generation Concert. 3pm at Rockport Opera House. Each year Bay Chamber Concerts hosts scores of exceptionally talented young chamber musicians from across Maine at the Next Generation Youth Chamber Music Program. This concert showcases their efforts as the culmination of the week of instruction. This Family Event is free and open to the public, no ticket necessary. www.baychamberconcerts.org; (207) 236-2823.

August 18—Merryspring Nature Center Summer Lecture Series-- Noon. Bring a brown bag and learn about “Late Summer and Autumn Crops.” Talks are free for members; $5.00 non-members. Merryspring Nature Center, 236-2239. 30 Conway Road, Camden. www.merryspring.org

August 19—Bay Chamber Concerts presents Baroque Romanticism – Virtuosity. 8:00 p.m. Strand Theatre, Rockland. Bach’s Suite for Flute & Strings No.2 in B minor, BWV 1067; Bach’s Sonata in C major, Adagio & Fugue, BWV 1005 (arr. Schumann); Bach’s Violin Concerto in E major, BWV 1042; Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto, No. 5, BWV 1050. Demarre McGill, flute; Gilda Joffe, Harumi Rhodes, Peter Zazofsky, violins; James Dunham viola; Marc Johnson, cello; Deborah Dunham, bass; Michael Bahman, harpsichord, Robert Merfeld, piano. $25 - $35 for adults, $8 for ages 18 and under. Discounts available for subscribers. www.baychamberconcerts.org; (207) 236-2823

August 20—Bay Chamber Concerts presents Baroque Romanticism – Elegance. 8:00 p.m. Rockport Opera House. Bach’s Prelude from Partita No.3 in E major, BWV 1006 (arr. Kreisler); Bach’s Chaconne in D minor (arr. Schumann); Telemann’s Concerto for Two Flutes & Strings in E minor, TWV 52; Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto, No. 4, BWV 1049. Demarre McGill and Thomas Wolf, flutes; Gilda Joffe, Harumi Rhodes, Peter Zazofsky, violins; James Dunham, viola; Marc Johnson, cello; Deborah Dunham, bass; Michael Bahman, harpsichord; and Robert Merfeld, piano. $25 - $35 for adults, $8 for ages 18 and under. Discounts available for subscribers. www.baychamberconcerts.org; (207) 236-2823

August 20—Half Day Sail with Lunch aboard the Schooner Olad. 12:00-4:00pm. A four hour sail including lunch. Relax on our decks while enjoying beautiful vistas of Maine’s rocky shoreline, lighthouses, and wildlife. 8/21Rain date. $75.00. 207-236-2323. www.maineschooners.com

August 21—Sunset Music Sail aboard the Bugeye Schooner Jenny Norman. 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Traditional roots music, sea chanties and Maine folk songs. These fun trips sell out fast – reservations recommended! Departing from Atlantic Challenge, 643 Main St., Rockland, 207-542-3695. www.sailmainebugeye.com

August 22—Conway Day Celebration. 11:00-3:00 pm at the Conway House Complex. Civil War re-enactors, living history, craft demonstrations, music, entertainment, raffles – fun for all ages! US Route One on the Camden-Rockport town line. FMI call 207-236-2257 or email info@conwayhousemuseum.org

August 22—32nd Annual New England Auto Auction. Up to 200 antique, classic and special interest vehicles go up for bid. Preview August 21. Owls Head Transportation Museum, 117 Museum St, Owls Head; 207-594-4418; www.owlshead.org

August 26—Bay Chamber Concerts presents First Chair All Stars – Treasures. 8:00 p.m. Strand Theatre, Rockland. Hummel’s Octet Partita in E flat; Gounod’s Petite Symphonie; Mozart’s Grand Partita Serenade K. 361. Demarre McGill, flute; Katherine Greenbank and Liang Wang, oboes; Loren Kitt, Joshua Ranz, Greg Raden and Michael Rusinek, clarinets; Judith LeClair and Daniel Matsukawa, bassoons; William Cabellero, Richard King, Jennifer Montone, James Sommerville, French horns; and Edwin Barker, bass. $25 - $35 for adults, $8 for ages 18 and under. Discounts available for subscribers. www.baychamberconcerts.org; (207) 236-2823

August 27—Bay Chamber Concerts presents First Chair All Stars – Masterworks. 8:00 p.m. Rockport Opera House. Mozart’s Abduction from the Seraglio, K. 384; Beethoven’s Wind Octet, Op. 103; Dvorak’s Serenade for Winds in D minor, Op. 44. Katherine Greenbank and Liang Wang, oboes; Loren Kitt and Greg Raden, clarinets; Michael Rusinek and Joshua Ranz, clarinets and basset horns; Judith LeClair and Daniel Matsukawa, bassoons; William Cabellero, Richard King, Jennifer Montone, James Sommerville, French horns; Glenn Garlick, cello; and Edwin Barker, bass. $25 - $35 for adults, $8 for ages 18 and under. Discounts available for subscribers. www.baychamberconcerts.org; (207) 236-2823.

August 29—Sunset Music Sail aboard the Bugeye Schooner Jenny Norman. 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Traditional roots music, sea chanties and Maine folk songs. These fun trips sell out fast – reservations recommended! Departing from Atlantic Challenge, 643 Main St., Rockland, 207-542-3695. www.sailmainebugeye.com