2008 Cover Artist: Gail Cleveland Sponsored by: Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce
Testa's Restaurant
Bar Harbor Merchants Association A wide variety of events are scheduled for the 10th Annual Legacy of the Arts Festival. NEW EVENTS BEING ADDED DAILY, CHECK BACK OFTEN! All events are FREE unless specified in the description. DAILY - ALL WEEK
Daily - THEME SHOW - "Shorebirds in Art" 10:00AM-6:00PM - EXHIBIT "Community Free Sundays" at the Abbe Museum Abbe Museum, 26 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor Free Admission every Sunday to Hancock County residents at both Abbe Museum locations, downtown and in Acadia National Park at Sieur de Monts 2:00PM-5:00PM - LIVE MUSIC Rupununi Restaurant, 119 Main Street, Bar Harbor Come hear great jazz live at Rupununi's. For information, call 288-2886. 3:00PM-6:00PM - EXHIBIT AND RECEPTION - "Acadia-Scapes" Galyn's Restaurant, 17 Main Street, Bar Harbor 3rd annual “Art on Deck” show. Galyn’s Restaurant, in conjunction with the Argosy Gallery, presents “Acadia-Scapes” a display of fine art painting of the various scenes – landscapes, interior spaces and people – of the Acadia region. Artists to be displayed include T.M. Nicholas, Ronal Parlin, Scott Moore, Kathleen Johnson, Stefan Pastuhov and more. Join us for an afternoon of wine, hors d’ouvres and fine art. For information, call 288-9706. 3:30PM-5:00PM - DEMONSTRATION - Bird Carving with Ed Hawkes Alone Moose Fine Crafts, 78 West Street, Bar Harbor Ed Hawkes is a Bar Harbor bird carver, carving instructor, and avid birdwatcher. Ed was one of the artists selected to work on an endangered species project for the Visitors Center at the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Naples, Florida. Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve is one of 25 nationally designated sites conducting estuarine research and education, and protects one of the few remaining relatively undisturbed mangrove estuaries in the country. There, Ed’s two nesting Least Terns are displayed in a seashore diorama demonstrating loss of their critical habitat due to overuse of beaches by humans and his six flying Least Terns are mounted swirling up the wall above the diorama. Ed’s carved Red-cockaded Woodpecker is part of their upland habitat display demonstrating the need for periodic burning to maintain habitat for these endangered woodpeckers and many other species. Ed has won blue ribbons at numerous national and international competitions. On display at Along Moose gallery will be a number of his elegant bird carvings including his Osprey which recently won the Best in Show award in the state competition and his full size Common Loon which was awarded a first place ribbon at the Ward's World Competition. Down East Nature Tours is pleased to sponsor Ed as a part of the Acadia Birding Festival and Legacy of the Arts. 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM - FATHER'S DAY CONCERT - Fletcher's Landing Philharmonic Orchestra The Village Green, Bar Harbor The Fletcher's Landing Philharmonic Orchestra, also known as FLAPO, started around 1974 and specializes in Ragtime and music composed primarily before 1920. FLAPO is dedicated to the proposition that playing music is fun. During the concert, help us honor the Festival Arts Award recipient. Rain venue: Bar Harbor Congregational Church, 29 Mt Desert St. 10:00AM-11:30AM - WORKSHOP - Watercolor Verse Linden O'Ryan Gallery, 92 Herrick Rd, Southwest Harbor Watercolor Verse is an art experience with artist Linden O'Ryan. A 1-1/2 hour painting and ink class. Fee is $10. Class limited to 8 students. For information and registration visit www.maineartadventures.com. or call Sid Salvatore at 244-7811.Also visit www.lindenoryan.com. 10:00AM-4:00PM - EXHIBIT Maine's Sensational Sea Glass Pretty Marsh Gallery, 15 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, Maine's Sensational Sea Glass features local artists "Sea Glass Infusion", "Iris Designs" and "Sea Change." Come to the gallery and "sea." For more information call 288-9442. The gallery is located in the Bayside Landing courtyard behind Testa's Restaurant off Main St and behind Jeannie's Restaurant off Cottage St. 12:00PM - "Bloomsday" Readings on the Deck of Celtic Rainbow Celtic Rainbow, 56 West Street, Bar Harbor, For millions of people, June 16 is an extraordinary day. On that day in 1904, Stephen Dedalus and Leopold Bloom each took their epic journeys through Dublin in James Joyce's Ulysses, the world's most highly acclaimed modern novel. “Bloomsday”, as it is now known, has become a tradition for Joyce enthusiasts all over the world. From Tokyo to Sydney, San Francisco to Buffalo, Trieste to Paris, dozens of cities around the globe hold their own Bloomsday festivities. At noon, DeBanne Browne will read from Ulysses in period dress. DeBanne Browne has been acting from the age of nine and has racked up stage credits in New York, on national tours and in England in both classical and musical productions. Ms. Browne currently lives in Bar Harbor and works as a holistic practitioner, a counselor and a writer. For more information call 288-3860. 7:00PM-8:00PM - CONCERT - SHUSH Agamont Park,Bar Harbor SHUSH is Sheila Hoshang Unvala on fiddle, and Sepp Huber on guitar. Playing their own arrangements of fiddle tunes, waltzes and traditional and contemporary songs, they'll treat you to soulful vocals and harmony singing with tunes that are lively, fun and beautiful. For information, call 207-546-2270 or email shu7sh@mac.com. Rain venue: Bar Harbor Congregational Church, 29 Mt. Desert St. 10:00AM-11:30AM - WORKSHOP - Watercolor Verse Linden O'Ryan Gallery, 92 Herrick Rd, Southwest Harbor Watercolor Verse is an art experience with artist Linden O'Ryan. A 1-1/2 hour painting and ink class. Fee is $10. Class limited to 8 students. For information and registration visit www.maineartadventures.com. or call Sid Salvatore at 244-7811. Also visit www.lindenoryan.com. 10:00AM – THE KEDGE TOUR 112 West Street, Bar Harbor The Kedge, originally known as the Veazie Cottage, was built in 1870 by Doane of Boston for one of Maine's wealthiest families and is the oldest surviving summer cottage in Bar Harbor. In the Gilded Age that saw the rise of the town to international prominence, it served as the clubhouse for the Mount Desert Reading Room, and in its rooms drank and dined some of the foremost men of the era - names like Vanderbilt, Morgan and Roosevelt can be found in its journals, along with two tycoons who later went down on the Titanic. Purchased in 1895 by Emily Robeson Price of Philadelphia, sister of President Grant's Secretary of the Navy, it remained in her family for seventy years. Her niece Ethel retained noted architect Fred Savage to apply his magic touches to the house in 1916; it was one of his final residential projects and his work is notable throughout. The house remains essentially a combination of the fine Doane and Savage designs, with very little modernization. The drawing room floor, with its original multi-colored floor, is particularly memorable. For more information contact Steven Raab, 207-288-3429. 11:45AM-1:00PM – THANKFUL COTTAGE TOUR AND OPEN HOUSE 1 Billings Ave, Bar Harbor Thankful Cottage (circa 1850) is on Bar Harbor's Historic List. The cottage was believed to have been built before the Civil War as a one story cape and was home to a working family. The second floor and gambrel roof were added in the late 1800's or early 1900's as the family became more prosperous. In 2003 the cottage was moved from Cottage Street to 1 Billings Ave. by cutting it in half and moving it with a crane and two flat bed trucks. In the spring of 2004 the two parts were reunited and the rehabilitation began. This is the first open house since the cottage was finished. For more information contact Sherry or Ivan Rasmussen, 207-288-4229. 11:45AM-1:00PM – THE ART OF GARDENING Mira Monte Inn, 69 Mt. Desert St., Bar Harbor Join us for a garden tour and punch on the terrace. Learn the history of the Mira Monte. There will also be a discussion on invasive plants in home gardens. For more information call 288-4263. 6:30PM- 7:00PM - COMEDY SHOW - Improvisation ImprovAcadia, Bayside Landing, 15 Cottage Street, 2nd Floor, Bar Harbor Join us for a free improv comedy show. See the performers of ImprovAcadia create a hilarious show using only your suggestions and their quick wits! ImprovAcadia features a cast of professional improvisers. The show is appropriate for all ages, but minors must be accompanied by an adult. Air-conditioned. Handicap Accessible. For information, call 288-2503. 7:00PM-8:00PM - CONCERT - Heidi Jai with John Wixon The Village Green, Bar Harbor This duo offers music that bridges the gap between many genres…ranging from current hits to classic jazz standards. Heidi Jai has performed at previous Legacy festivals and local fundraisers. Wixon has played in several country and hard rock bands both locally and out of state. The duo’s repertoire is a weave of favorite and remote tunes that offer everyone a connection. Heidi Jai’s vocals resonate with Wixon’s mix of acoustic guitar and mandolin, creating a sound that is perfect for a summer night on the green. Rain venue: Bar Harbor Congregational Church, 29 Mt. Desert St. 8:00AM-9:30AM - MAKE A BOOK…A Hands-on Class Alone Moose Fine Crafts, 78 West Street, Bar Harbor Make a 4 1/2" x 4 1/2" book of several pages that can be used for photos, poems, drawings, & pressed flowers...or used as a card for a special occasion. The class is limited to six students. $10 includes all materials. To register fill out the response form here. 10:30–11:30AM - ARCHITECTURAL TOUR - Stained Glass Windows St. Saviour's Episcopal Parish, 41 Mt Desert Street, Bar Harbor See the stained glass windows, which include some by Louis Comfort Tiffany, and learn some of Bar Harbor's history. Meet at the front door of the church. For information, call 299-4215 2:00PM-3:15PM - TEA IN THE PARLOUR Graycote Inn, 40 Holland Ave, Bar Harbor Enjoy traditional afternoon tea in an historic Victorian inn, originally the home of Christopher Starr Leffingwell, first rector of St. Saviour's Episcopal Parish. Winter was long. Join us for a Spring at Last! Tea to benefit the Mount Desert Island YWCA. $15 donation. Space is limited. Please call for reservations, 288-3044. 4:00PM-7:00PM - RECEPTION Pretty Marsh Gallery Pretty Marsh Gallery, 15 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor, Join us for tea, wine and biscuits with artist Russell D'Alessio. Featuring "Paper Girls", Russell's new mixed media collages. For more information call 288-9442. Visit www.rdalessio.com. The gallery is located in the Bayside Landing courtyard behind Testa's Restaurant off Main St and behind Jeannie's Restaurant off Cottage St. 7:00pm-8:00pm- CONCERT - Green & Bosse Agamont Park, Bar Harbor. Formed in 2002, Green & Bosse (pronounced Bossy) have toured the East Coast sporadically and gained a bit of regional success with "mpg", recorded live by Phil Kaelen at Portland WMPG studios and released on Angry Rodent records. Super-charged Roots. Psychobilly / Showtunes / Breakbeat. For more information check out their website on MySpace. Rain venue: Bar Harbor Congregational Church, 29 Mt. Desert St. 8:00AM-10:00AM – WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP…A Hands-on Class Alone Moose Fine Crafts, 78 West Street, on the waterfront, Bar Harbor Alone Moose gallery owner Ivan Rasmussen will give a watercolor workshop. Students of all levels of ability are invited to attend. Brushes, paper and paint are provided. Just come, learn, and have fun. Limited to 8 students. A $15 fee includes all materials. To register fill out the response form here. 10:00am-4:00pm- HISTORIC TOURS Criterion Theatre Criterion Theatre and Arts Center, 35 Cottage St, Bar Harbor Take a historic tour of the art deco jewel, Criterion Theatre and Arts Center. For more information call 288-3441 or www.criteriontheatre.com. 10:00am-6:00pm- ART EXHIBIT AND RECEPTION Criterion Theatre and Arts Center, 35 Cottage St, Bar Harbor Juried Criterion Theatre art show curated by Cygnet Gallery and sponsored by The Swan Agency Sotheby’s International Realty. Interested artists should email a photo of their work to cygnetgallery@swanagency.com by May 31, 2008. A committee will choose 25 pieces to hang in the Criterion Theatre from 10AM-4PM on June 19th with a reception from 4-6PM for the artists and guests. Visitors may also tour the historic theatre during the day. A $250.00 prize will be awarded to the painting chosen as the people's choice, voted on throughout the day. 4:00pm- ISLAND ARTISANS SHARING OUR HISTORY 1982-2008 Island Artisans, 99 Main St, Bar Harbor, across from First National Bank In 1982, local artisans joined together to create Island Artisans, purchasing a "Main Street" location to showcase fine Maine crafts. They continue to own and operate the gallery. Meet original members of this unique group of artists. Open Daily. For more information call 288-4214. 7:00pm-8:00pm- CONCERT - Bar Harbor Town Band Village Green, Bar Harbor. For over 100 years the Town Band, comprised of amateur musicians from around the region, has entertained thousands of locals and visitors. They play a wide repertoire of concert band music from the 19th to the 21st century. Rain venue: Bar Harbor Congregational Church, 29 Mt. Desert St. 10:00AM – PLEIN AIR WATERCOLOR DEMONSTRATION…Lupine in Bloom Smart Studio, 137 Main Street, Northeast Harbor Join artist Gail Cleveland for a Plein Air watercolor demonstration - Lupine in bloom on Somes Sound. Meet at Smart Studio, 137 Main Street, Northeast Harbor. The demo will last approx 1 1/2 - 2 hours. Please bring a chair, hat for sun or an umbrella if it is drizzling. If raining heavily, the demo will be held at Smart Studio. No fee. Limit of 12 participants. For more info please call 276-5152. 4:00PM-6:00PM - GALLERY OPENING AND SHOW Cygnet Gallery, 3 Summit Rd, Northeast Harbor The 2008 season opener show will be held at Cygnet Gallery - part of the Pomegranate Style collection of galleries at 3 Summit Road in Northeast Harbor - to celebrate Legacy of the Arts Week. Gallery regulars Dennis Rafferty, Tim Gaydos, Anne Ireland, Guy Corriero, Holly Ready, Edgar A. Reims, Susan Inoue, Nadine Schoepfle, Opus One and Rusted Puffin will be the featured artists. For more information go to www.cygnetgallerymaine.com. 7:30PM- CONCERT - Liza Rey Criterion Theatre and Arts Center, 35 Cottage St, Bar Harbor You won't want to miss Liza Rey, Harpist and Singer-Songwriter, featuring Phil Kell on Bass and Mike Bennett on Percussion. For ticket prices and information contact the Criterion at 288-3441 or www.criteriontheatre.com. 11:00AM - OPEN CASTING CALL Criterion Theatre and Arts Center, 35 Cottage St, Bar Harbor An open casting call will be held for the musical review "Broadway on the Isle". BOTI is a fundraiser for the Criterion Theatre and Arts Center that is being sponsored by The Swan Agency Sotheby's International Realty on August 7, 2008. Several professional performers are donating their time and performances for this worthy cause. It is the producers' desire to have local talent join them to sing a variety of popular Broadway show tunes. Singers should bring a popular show tune to perform for a small panel. Director, Ellen Domingos, will consider the best match for singer and song and call backs will be held on June 22nd to finalize line up. The producers plan to include as many local people as possible in the show. To request more information or questions please email broadway@swanagency.com. 9:00AM-5:00PM - ART SHOW - 58th Annual Art Show Village Green, Bar Harbor At the 58th annual Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce Art Show, more than 30 artists will display and sell their original works in oils, watercolors, acrylics, photography and other media. Rain or shine. For more information call 288-5103. 7:00PM-8:00PM - MAGIC/THEATER - Miller and Wilson's Theater of Marvels Otter Creek Hall, Route 3, Otter Creek. Miller and Wilson's Theater of Marvels features exotic magic from around the world, including Professor Miller's Chinese Rings and Dr. Wilson's Ladder of Swords, as well as traditional Indian Jadoo and a thrilling escape. Admission $8.00 adults, $5.00 children. Proceeds benefit Otter Creek Hall. For information, call 288-0388. 10:00AM-5:00PM - ART SHOW - 58th Annual Art Show Village Green, Bar Harbor At the 58th annual Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce Art Show, more than 30 artists will display and sell their original works in oils, watercolors, acrylics, photography and other media. Rain or shine. For more information call 288-5103. 10:00AM-6:00PM - EXHIBIT "Community Free Sundays" at the Abbe Museum Abbe Museum, 26 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor Free Admission every Sunday to Hancock County residents at both Abbe Museum locations, downtown and in Acadia National Park at Sieur de Monts 2:00PM-5:00PM - LIVE MUSIC Rupununi Restaurant, 119 Main Street, Bar Harbor Come hear great jazz live at Rupununi's. For information, call 288-2886. |
