by Kristy Overlock | Sep 3, 2026 | The Boothbay Beat
Courtesy of The Boothbay Register Written by: Lisa Kristoff The First Friday Art Tours in our Boothbay Harbor region date back to 2000 when it was Art Along The Avenues. Artist Lynne Seitzer, co-owner of Joy to the Wind Gallery, shared its evolutionary history, some...
by Kristy Overlock | Aug 5, 2026 | News, The Boothbay Beat
Boothbay Harbor has been featured on Chronicle Boston, a show on WCVB, Channel 5 Boston (ABC)that features areas to be explored all over New England. We are so pleased to be able share all four links to Boston’s tribute to Boothbay Harbor. Part 1: Keeping the...
by Lisa | Oct 24, 2025 | The Boothbay Beat
Every winter, downtown Boothbay Harbor glows with more than holiday lights — it’s the Giant Wooden Pot Buoy Tree, standing over 20 feet tall and adorned with more than 1,000 hand-painted lobster pot buoys. Symbols of Heritage These buoys aren’t just colorful...
by Lisa | Oct 8, 2025 | The Boothbay Beat
Latest project brought in to Bristol Marine – The Shipyard in Boothbay Harbor traveled all the way from Lake Erie “Built in 1988, the Niagara is a replica of Oliver Hazard Perry’s flagship during the Battle of Lake Erie in 1813. But it’s also...
by Lisa | Oct 8, 2025 | The Boothbay Beat
What a night! Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Annual Community Awards Celebration – Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce—an evening dedicated to honoring the people, businesses, and organizations that make the Boothbay Harbor Region such a...
by Lisa | Jul 22, 2025 | The Boothbay Beat
“Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences (BLOS) welcomed visitors of all ages to its open house July 11 at the East Boothbay campus. The public met researchers, attended talks, participated in fun science activities, and toured the new Harold Alfond Center for...
by Lisa | Jul 22, 2025 | The Boothbay Beat
“For more than 50 years, the Hallowell Community Band has come to the Boothbay Region for its annual summer series, kicking off with a concert at Waterfront Park on the Fourth of July. The almost 80-year-old troupe will perform a new set every Thursday at 7 p.m...
by Lisa | Jul 22, 2025 | The Boothbay Beat
“…On July 16, the Chamber’s historic trolley got a prison-style makeover, complete with a faux jail in the back, as it drove around “arresting”‘ locals who had been nominated to raise “bail” money as part of a fundraiser for the...
by Lisa | May 19, 2025 | The Boothbay Beat
Some folks start counting down the days to summer. Others mark their calendars for the holidays. But there’s a special kind of food lover who starts calling the Chamber… in January… asking one very specific question: “When do Claw Down tickets go on sale?” Last year,...
by Lisa | Feb 4, 2025 | The Boothbay Beat
Mark your calendars and find your perfect viewing spot—one of the most anticipated events of Windjammer Days is back! The Windjammer Days Annual Street Parade is set for Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 4:00 PM, arriving downtown around 4:30 PM. This beloved community...
by Lisa | Feb 4, 2025 | The Boothbay Beat
Alright, Boothbay Harbor Region, your mission—should you choose to accept it—is to spread the love this February in a way that costs nothing but means everything. Our local businesses and organizations keep this community thriving, and now’s the time to show them some...
by Lisa | Oct 21, 2024 | The Boothbay Beat
What’s the common thread in almost every heartwarming Hallmark holiday movie? A small business at its center! Sure, they may be a little cheesy, but there’s something undeniably heartwarming about those cozy cafés, charming bookstores, and quaint shops that...
by Lisa | Aug 12, 2024 | The Boothbay Beat
2024 marks a year of remarkable anniversaries in the Boothbay Harbor Region, as several beloved businesses and institutions celebrate milestone birthdays. These celebrations not only highlight their enduring presence in our community but also underscore the rich...
by Lisa | Aug 1, 2024 | The Boothbay Beat
We’re still dreaming about all the delicious bites from The Claw Down Competition this past June! A big thank you to our winners and all the talented chefs who participated, making it an unforgettable event. When you visit our towns, make sure to treat yourself to a...
by Lisa | Jul 1, 2024 | The Boothbay Beat
This month is bursting with vibrant events whether you’re drawn to the land or the sea, there’s something for everyone. Kick off your weekends with the First Friday Art Tour, then immerse yourself in creativity with various classes and workshops. Enjoy a delightful...
by Lisa | Mar 20, 2024 | The Boothbay Beat
You can mark young Angus Preston as one of the many Boothbay Harbor fans of Cole Brauer –who is the First American Woman to race solo across the globe! He witnessed her sailing techniques up close and personal at the age of 7 when she was his sailing instructor!...
by Lisa | Mar 20, 2024 | The Boothbay Beat
We proudly represent our friends and neighbors in the town of Edgecomb who are celebrating its 250th anniversary this year – having incorporated in 1764. Check out this article from Bill Pearson of the Boothbay Register highlighting the celebrations for this...
by Lisa | Mar 20, 2024 | The Boothbay Beat
Spring’s Prelude: Exploring March Wonders in the Boothbay Harbor Region March in Maine isn’t just a parade of holidays from St. Patrick’s Day to Easter; it’s a canvas of experiences waiting to be painted with your unique memories. Amid the...
by Lisa | Feb 6, 2024 | The Boothbay Beat
Winter activities on the coast of Maine offer a unique blend of coastal charm and winter wonder. Here are four specific activities that locals and visitors enjoy in the Boothbay Harbor Region : Winter Bird Watching: The coast of Maine is home to various bird species,...
by Lisa | Oct 7, 2023 | The Boothbay Beat
Maine’s coast in October transforms into a picturesque landscape of vibrant colors and that’s just as true here in the Boothbay Harbor Region. With cozy B&B’s Historic Inns and Oceanside Resorts, there are plenty of options to choose from for a...
by Lisa | Jul 10, 2023 | The Boothbay Beat
There are bound to be some classically foggy days now and then on the coast of Maine, but don’t let the rain dampen your spirits! Here are 5 wonderful things you can do on a rainy day in the Boothbay Harbor Region: 1. Games & Puzzles: Stock up at...
by Lisa | Apr 12, 2023 | The Boothbay Beat
UPDATE: JULY 6th – THE FOOTBRIDGE IS NOW OPEN! Thu, 03/16/2023 – 11:15am Dedicated professional photographer Jim Fossett slipped on a pair of chest waders and, at low tide, strolled along the seabed and took these photographs of the work being done on the...
by Lisa | Jan 5, 2023 | The Boothbay Beat
After the busy buzzing of the holidays, winter can provide hours of quiet reflection and the chance for serenity. While we locals do hunker down for a bit during the odd blustery nor’easter, tend to our woodpile, and shovel the walkways, we also thoroughly enjoy...
by Lisa | Nov 9, 2022 | The Boothbay Beat
Boothbay Lights is a celebration of signature Holiday events in the Maine mid-coast towns of Boothbay and Boothbay Harbor! The towns sparkle with thousands of lights. Lodging, shopping, and dining are open with plenty of fun things to do for the whole family. With 6...
by Angelo DiGiulian | Apr 17, 2022 | The Boothbay Beat, Uncategorized
JOSEPH CHARPENTIER, Boothbay Register The Boothbay-Boothbay Harbor Community School District Building Exploratory Committee reviewed four concepts for the CSD campus March 30. Lavallee Brensinger architects presented changes ranging from additions and renovations to a...
by Angelo DiGiulian | Apr 8, 2022 | The Boothbay Beat
Lucky to have Pauline Dion on our shores Kim Gillies, Friends of Windjammer Days, Boothbay Register Thu, 04/07/2022 – 8:45am On the anniversary of the 60th year celebrating Windjammers Days and maritime history, we pay homage to our founder, Captain Marion Dash...
by Angelo DiGiulian | Apr 4, 2022 | The Boothbay Beat
Angela DesVeaux, Coastal Rivers Wed, 03/30/2022 – 8:15am, Boothbay Register For the oyster lover who doesn’t mind getting a little muddy, cold, and damp, Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust is now accepting applicants to its two-year Oyster Gardening program....
by Angelo DiGiulian | Mar 27, 2022 | The Boothbay Beat
Boothbay Register, 3/23/22 A coalition of six associations is proud to announce that it has opened an online tourism career center. The coalition includes the Maine Tourism Association, Hospitality Maine, Retail Association of Maine, Maine Summer Camps, Maine...
by Angelo DiGiulian | Mar 26, 2022 | The Boothbay Beat
JOSEPH CHARPENTIER, Boothbay Register Thu, 03/24/2022 – 10:30am Boothbay Railway Village Museum is in planning stages for a new archive building. Director of Curation and Education Whitney Lytle said a site survey will happen this spring for the building which...
by Angelo DiGiulian | Mar 9, 2022 | The Boothbay Beat
New Garden Design series and online programming begin in March Shannon Russo, CMBG, Boothbay Register Wed, 03/09/2022 – 8:45am Connecting people to plants and nature is at the heart of Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens’ mission, a connection now available earlier...
