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2010 Lupine Festival

rhondamitchell — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 14:06:36 +0000

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.

Buying Real Estate In A Tough Economy

rhondamitchell — Fri, 01 May 2009 15:32:01 +0000

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.

The Foliage on the Island is Breathtaking

rhondamitchell — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:13:54 +0000

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

Shepards Select Properties to Play in Jared Grindle Softball Tournament

rhondamitchell — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 17:32:11 +0000

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

The 2008 Blue Hill Fair - A Family Event

rhondamitchell — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 20:01:46 +0000

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

Deer Isle and Stonington Maine’s Waterfront Escape

rhondamitchell — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 14:35:40 +0000

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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