July 30, 2025 Vol. 31

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Wiscasset Art Walk Celebrates 13 Years

Last Thursdays of the month: July 31 and August 28; 4-7pm

STROLL WISCASSET’S HISTORIC VILLAGE! VIEW ART, SHOP the BOUTIQUES, and ENJOY fresh oysters, local brews, lobster, fine wines, and dining along the SPARKLING SHEEPSCOT RIVER!

“Paint it! Maine,” plein air at the Maine Art Gallery

An opening reception will be held during Wiscasset’s Thursday Art Walk, July 31, 4:30pm - 6:30pm. Music will be provided by singer/songwriter Lisa Redfern.The gallery has dedicated this year's "Paint It! Maine" to the memory of Bradley resident Anthony Watkins, who passed away in March of this year. Anthony was an accomplished plein air painter who regularly participated in the gallery's events and was awarded for his artistry.

A gallery Art Talk, “Fiore - The Plein Air Experience” by David Dewey will be held on Wednesday, August 6 at 4:30 pm. Dewey was a colleague, friend, and former student of Fiore.

The Fiore show, on the first floor of the gallery, is presented in partnership with the Maine Farmland Trust (MFT), recipient of a large collection of Fiore’s paintings upon the artist’s death in 2008. Sales of the Fiore paintings will benefit MFT and the Maine Art Gallery.

A nonprofit organization since 1958, the Maine Art Gallery, located at 15 Warren Street, Wiscasset, is dedicated to the advancement and preservation of the visual, fine and applied arts through exhibitions, lectures, demonstrations and educational programs for children and adults. More information can be found at www.maineartgallerywiscasset.org and on Facebook at Maine Art Gallery Wiscasset. Email info@maineartgallerywiscasset.org or phone (207) 687-8143.

News from the Wiscasset REC

Summer Camp will be back at the WCC starting next week 8/4. They will be utilizing the outside as much as possible, unless it is raining out, then they will need 1/2 of the gymnasium and senior room when other events are not already scheduled. 

The WCC Annual Shut down will be starting August 23rd and the WCC will reopen for normal hours September 2nd at 5am. In preparation for shut down all locker room lockers need to be emptied by Friday August 22nd and locks removed from lockers to avoid being cut for cleaning.

This week at the Wiscasset Farmers Market we will have Carlisle Oysters OYSTERS!!!

SWEET CORN

BAKED GOODS

VEGGIES

STRAWBERRIES

BLUEBERRIES

BEEF

RABBIT

ITALIAN SAUCES

GOAT CHEESE

ORGANIC COFFEE

And more...

At the Wiscasset Municipal building parking lot

Friday, 9-1pm

First up is Wild Blueberry Weekend (August 2–3)! It's always a major highlight, with farms, restaurants and businesses all over the state offering special ways to celebrate the harvest. Head to the Wild Blueberry Weekend website to check out the interactive map and plan your adventure.



Bounty & Brew: A Farmers Market Pairing Dinner

August 15, 2025

Price: $75

Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

a four-course pop-up dinner pairing Maine craft beer with the freshest ingredients from the Wiscasset Farmers Market.

FMI: https://www.mainetastingcenter.com/explore-dinners

The Maine Night Market

 An evening of feasting, shopping and learning with Maine’s Asian food producers

Saturday, August 23, 2025 | 5 - 9 PM

FMI: https://www.mainetastingcenter.com/mainenightmarket

Bands for Books, September 1, 2025

Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated Midcoast event of the year! Bands for Books will be held on Labor Day, September 1st at Lakehurst Lodge. The “Salty Dogs” will once again provide music. The group has proven to be the perfect pairing for this party. Their enthusiastic music has never failed to fill the dance floor.

Tickets are now available at the Wiscasset Library (21 High Street, Wiscasset) or by calling the Treasurer of the Friends of the Wiscasset Library, Lynn Maloney (207-798-2831) or via email at lynnmaloney5@yahoo.com]. We have kept ticket prices at the original cost of $20 each prior to the event and $25 at the door. We hope you will join us for a fun-filled evening.

Battle of the Boards

Saturday, September 20 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Come join us for an evening of food, fun, and frolic and as a contestant, be as creative as you like!! 

For years, if you entertained at home, you probably assembled some type of tray with an assortment of crackers, cheese, meats and accompaniments to serve your guests. I don’t recall the term “charcuterie” but that is in fact what it was! In more recent times, it has become an art form as well as a frequent menu item at more hip restaurants. The Wiscasset Area Chamber of Commerce is treating local foodies to an evening of food and fun at their 3rd Battle of the Boards event.

Battle of the Boards will be held on Saturday, September 20 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Maine Tasting Center, 508 Old Bath Road, Wiscasset. Tickets are $20 per person and include samples of the boards, a cash bar and a variety of vendors/demonstrators. 

Cost to compete for chamber members is $30, non-membersis $45. Boards will be judged on Taste, Originality/creativity, and Appearance/presentation. Please see contest info at: https://wiscassetchamber.com/botb-contest-rules/ If you enjoy entertaining, show off your talents here. The Maine Tasting Center is offering a class in Perfectly Paired: A Sip & Style Experience with Maple & Honey Boards, 8/3/25, 5:30 PM and 9/7/25, 5:30 PM for those who might like to learn a little more about assembling a lovely charcuterie board!

Cheryl “Shep” Rust, owner for 40 years, of the Le Garage Restaurant in Wiscasset is one of three judges this year.. She has owned and operated Le Garage since 1977. During those 40 years, she has devoted herself not just to the restaurant, but also to the community and the state, volunteering many hours on various committees and nonprofit organizations. She has received recognition many times for her contributions. We look forward to her expertise in the culinary field!

Mike Urban, our second judge is a New England-based food and travel writer, book publisher and the author of several books on New England cuisine: Clam Shacks, Lobster Shacks, The New England Diner Cookbook, The New England Seafood Markets Cookbook and Unique Eats and Eateries of Maine. He is a regular food writer for Yankee magazine. He has been covering the Maine food scene for more than a

decade through his writings and personal appearances.

We are pleased to have a 3rd judge join us this year, John Touminides, manager of the Seabasket Restaurant, and dedicated foodie!

Cash prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place as well as a People’s Choice award.

 Deadline for contestants is September 16, so please register today. Contact the chamber at 207-882-9600 or go to https://wiscassetchamber.com/battle-of-the-boards/ .

If you would like to be a sponsor for this wonderful event, please contact the chamber office or the website at: https://wiscassetchamber.com/2025-battle-of-the-boards-sponsorship-form/

Introducing...

The Wiscasset Area Chamber Member-to-Member Discount Program that allows businesses that are members of our chamber of commerce to offer discounts to other member businesses and their employees. This program aims to foster business-to-business relationships, increase sales for participating businesses, and provide cost savings for members. Businesses typically offer a discount on their products or services, which is then promoted by the chamber. 

How it works:

• Businesses Offer Discounts:
• Participating businesses decide on a discount they'd like to offer to other chamber members. 
• Chamber Promotes:
• The chamber promotes the program and the specific discounts offered by its members through various channels like websites, newsletters, and social media. 
• Members Utilize Discounts:
• Other chamber members and their employees can then utilize these discounts when purchasing goods or services from participating businesses. 

Benefits for Businesses:

• Increased Sales: Attract new customers from within the chamber membership. 
• Visibility: Gain exposure to a wider network of potential customers. 
• Customer Loyalty: Foster stronger relationships with other businesses and their employees. 
• Cost Savings: Participating businesses also benefit from discounts offered by other members. 

Benefits for Chamber Members:

• Cost Savings: Members save money by utilizing discounts from other participating businesses. 
• Business Growth: Opportunities to network and grow their business through the program. 
• Community Engagement: Actively supporting the local business community. 

Please find all you need to sign up for the program HERE



Call the chamber for more info 207-882-9600 or email info@wiscassetchamber.com

AI For Job Seekers

This is a series of 3 sessions.

July 31 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 PM

August 7 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 PM

August 14 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 PM

Online Interactive: AI For Job Seekers

Online Interactive

What is AI? This class gives a general overview of AI, how it works, how to stay safe while using it. Participants will learn how to build a resume using the Indeed resume creator, and how to create a cover letter using ChatGPT. Participants will walk away with a resume, a free Indeed account, and a way to create job specific cover letters.

Requirements for this class:

A computer connected to high-speed internet access.

Reserve Your Spot 

Wiscasset Area Chamber of Commerce | www.wiscassetchamber.com

(207)882-9600

info@wiscassetchamber.com