Latest EntryMar 21, 2012 Downeast Maine Leave a comment
We would like to say a big “Thank You” to the entire cast and crew of the Willy Wonka production this past week at the Reach Performing Arts Center. It is wonderful that we live on an island with so many talented and devoted people who provide us with terrific entertainment, including Shepard’s own real estate broker, Ray Dinsmore, a/k/a “Willy Wonka”
Apr 28, 2011 Deer Isle, Downeast Maine, Stonington Leave a comment
We had a long winter, but the flowers are blossoming and the sun will soon be shining! Summertime is right around the corner! Summer on the island is filled with things to do.
The Class of 2011 will graduate on Sunday June 5th at 1 PM at Deer Isle Stonington High school. Friday June 3rd will be class night, where the class signs the rock, as a school tradition.
The Bud Carter Music Scholarships are now advaliable for students grades 5-12. The Bud Carter Scholarship is offered to students grades 5-12, who have a love for music. Students are aloud to apply for this scholarship three times from grades 5-12. The concert where all the applicants will perform is going to be held at the Opera House at 7PM on Saturday, June 18th, as part of the Lupine Festival.
On July Fourth, we will be having our annual parade in Deer Isle starting at 10 AM. There will be vendors on the Stonington Pier that night who will be selling food. The Fireworks will begin at 9 PM. If it rains, they will be held July 5th. The island boat races will be held Sunday July 10th. Island Fishermans Day will be held Sunday July 17th.
The Opera House will be having movies throughout the summer as always. On Monday June 27 from 7-9 PM there will be Shakespeare readings at the Chase Emerson Memorial Library in Deer Isle. There will be another Shakespeare reading on Tuesday June 28 from 4-6 PM at the Stonington Library. Starting Thursday June 30, OHA will be having Much Ado About Nothing, from 7-9 PM. It will last until July 3 and it will be at the same time; 7-9 PM.
The Island Arts Camp will be held at The Reach Performing Arts Center starting July 11 to the 15. The Island Arts Camp is for students grades 2-8, where students will be focusing on multidisciplinary art. Starting Friday August 5 at OHA, they will be having the Deer Isle Jazz Festival all weekend, at 7 PM each night, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Every Wednesday start July 13, the OHA will be offering their “Live! For $5,” where you can go and spend $5 to see hour shows by live people.
There is plenty to do this summer on this beautiful island.
Jan 3, 2011 Deer Isle, Downeast Maine, Stonington Leave a comment
Welcome to 2011 everyone! We hope 2010 was good for everyone and are hoping that 2011 is an even greater year! To start off the new year, John Cariani, who is a play writer from Maine, is coming to the Opera House to do a play writing workshop with members of the community. He is here from January 6th to January 10th. For more information regarding this event, visit the website of the Stonington Opera House.
For all the local sports fans, our Mariners are at it again this year! The Lady Mariners are 4-1 so far this season and they hose Bangor Christian on Friday, January 7th, at 5:30. The Mariner boys are 1-3 so far this season and they host GSA on Wednesday, January 5th; JV plays at 5:30 and Varsity at 7:00. The Varsity boys will then host Bangor Christian on Friday, January 7th, at 7:00. Come out and show your Mariner pride!
Jun 3, 2010 Deer Isle, Downeast Maine, Stonington Leave a comment
The 9th annual Lupine Festival for Deer Isle and Stonington has been set for June 18, 19 & 20, 2010. Enjoy 3 days of garden tours, local foods, open studios, boat-plane-schooner trips, quilt show, craft fairs, kids activities, shops and restaurants, Cuban and Cabaret music, variety show, fields of lupine and more. For more information call the Deer Isle-Stonington Chamber of Commerce at 348-6124.
May 1, 2009 Uncategorized 6 Comments
There is so much talk about the economy these days and people are leary of making large purchases. For those who are considering purchasing real estate, however, there seems to be a lot of incentives to purchase right now!
Congress recently approved an $8,000.00 tax credit to qualified first-time homebuyers and interest rates are low. Property prices have also come down from last year making it a true buyer’s market despite the bad economy.
For those who might be contemplating making a purchase, contact a Realtor today and see what lovely properties are on the market at affordable prices.
Oct 28, 2008 Downeast Maine, Uncategorized 2 Comments
Soon we will be covered in white, but for now the beautiful mix of green, yellow, orange, and red is absolutely breathtaking around here
For those foliage lovers who don’t live around here, its well worth the trip this time of year
Sep 19, 2008 Uncategorized 1 Comment
Shepard’s Select Properties will be entering a softball team to play in the Jared Grindle Softball Tournament to benefit the Jared Grindle Scholarship Fund
Aug 25, 2008 Blue Hill, Deer Isle, Downeast Maine, Stonington, Uncategorized 2 Comments
Tis the season for the Blue Hill Fair, a popular event for children and adults of all ages This years fair will be going on from August 28 through September 1 Bring the entire family for fine entertainment, attractions and exhibits
LIVESTOCK AREA Walk around and take a look at all the farm animals, llamas and alpacas. Sit back in the grandstand, get yourself out of the hot sun, and get ready for some draft horse and oxen pulling competitions. You will also find sheep dog competitions and animal shows when you visit the livestock area.
Visit the exhibition hall to see a broad range of crafts, vegetables, fruits and flowers grown by locals.
Entertainment this year features a country music show Flynnville Train on labor day. Other stage shows at this years Blue Hill Fair include “Burn Permit”, a music show, Antique Tractor Pulling, Imperial Hell Drivers (a thrill show with some of the greatest stunt car drivers around), Rick Charette and the Bubble Gum Band, and, as always, the annual fireworks display.
Of course, any fair would not be a fair without the good food and rides! Browse up and down the midway for hot dogs, sausages, cotton candy, candied apples and more and take a ride on one of the rides provided by Smokey’s Greater Shows.
For more information and schedules, visit www.downeastmaineonline.com/Events/BlueHillFair.htm
Aug 6, 2008 Deer Isle, Downeast Maine, Stonington, Uncategorized 4 Comments
Located mid-way up the Maine Coast, Deer Isle and Stonington attracts many visitors throughout the summer and fall seasons. Whether you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the peace and tranquility of life by the sea or pack your days full of exploration and adventures, Deer Isle Stonington is your vacation destination.
There are so many things for you to fit into your vacation. Below are some of our recommendations.
Take an afternoon to explore the historical Stonington Village and witness for yourself the working waterfront. Walk through the village and enjoy the shops, art galleries and restaurants. When you are done, be sure to treat yourself to the best lobster you’ve ever tasted at one of the local harborside restaurants such as the famous Fisherman’s Friend www.fishermansfriendrestaurant.com
Take a tour of the Deer Isle Village and visit the galleries, gift shops, coffee shop and photo gallery www.thelestergalleryllc.com . When you’re done, be sure to stop by the famous Harbor Ice Cream Shop and try a flavor of “Maine” ice cream that you’ve never tasted before, such as “Moose Tracks”, “Deer Tracks” or “Maine Black Bear.”
Be sure to take a drive out to Sunshine and visit the Haystack Mountain School of Crafts - a world class workshop for artists. Check the community calender for Haystack Mountain School of Crafts community events throughout the summer.
Take a scenic cruise and learn about Maine’s lobster fishery as the crew members haul strings of lobster traps and narrate their strategies for catching Maine’s favorite food. www.isleauhaut.com
Be sure to check out Old Quarry Ocean Adventures for kayaking, charter boat rides, ferry service, sailing and island camping www.oldquarry.com
Last but not least, make sure you take the time to relax at one of our public beaches, sit by the ocean and let the waves crash over your feet, and just kick back and enjoy nature and life at its best.
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