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THE KENNEBEC ROOM UPDATE
It's been a little while since The Kennebec Room opened its doors in downtown Augusta, so what's the verdict from customers? Well, it just so happens I asked around.
Here's what people had to say:
⭐ “I’ve been there 4 times and I haven’t found anything I didn’t like. The mussels are SO good!”
⭐ “Everything we’ve tried has been DELISH…downstairs and upstairs!”
⭐ “The drunken mussels were fantastic, and the creme brûlée.”
⭐ “The adult bevs are delish, also!”
⭐ “The food is delicious!”
⭐ “Very delish! It’s so refreshing to have something that’s not just pub food! We will be back!”
These are just some of the reviews. All the reviews are incredibly positive! Clearly The Kennebec Room has left a memorable first impression with many customers eager to return.
FILL AN ENTIRE BAG FOR A BUCK - It’s their last one for the year. Snag the deals while you can! Could be a great holiday shopping spree.
A Second Life Second Hand Shop
6 Manchester Rd. Belgrade
Nov 12th-15th
MAINE OUTDOORS
Firearms deer season is officially underway!
The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife confirms these dates:
Firearms deer hunting. Nov. 2–28
Fall wild turkey Through Nov. 7 in open districts
Statewide muzzleloader deer Nov. 30–Dec. 5
Additional muzzleloader districts. Dec. 7–12
Expanded archery deer. Through Dec. 12 in designated areas
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
AUGUSTA - FUR SHED FRIDAYS, 9-1PM @ DEPT OF INLAND FISHERIES & WILDLIFE FEDERAL STREET LOCATION
AUGUSTA - NOV 12TH 9-4PM, PROJECT WILD @ VILES ARBORETUM
STARGAZING TRAIN RIDE - ALNA
THE EVENT IS NOW FRIDAY, NOV 11TH @6:30 & TICKETS GO ON SALE SUN, NOV 8TH (date changed since last week)
Board your train at Sheepscot station (97 Cross Road, Alna) for a diesel-powered ride through the wild pine forests, farmlands and hamlets of the Sheepscot Valley to Alna Center where a star party awaits.
NEWS & INFORMATION
DICK’S HAS AN OPENING DATE
COME CELEBRATE THEIR GRAND OPENING FROM NOV 13TH-15TH https://stores.dickssportinggoods.com/me/augusta/1687/
Click on the link above to get the coupon code and see their door buster deals.
The first 100 customers in line will recieve a free gift card. Every cards a winner and there’s even one $500!
There will be giveaways
And, Red Sox player Ceddanne Rafaela will be there Sat 14th from 12-1:30PM
MAINE THC DRINK BAN IS COMING DEC 11TH
The change could affect breweries, retailers, bars and restaurants that have added the drinks to their offerings. The federal restrictions are scheduled to take effect Dec. 11, 2026. The law sets a limit of 0.4 milligrams of total THC per container for covered hemp-derived products, a threshold that would effectively prohibit many intoxicating hemp beverages. READ MORE HERE.
BOLFREY FITNESS COMING SOON TO CAPITOL ST AUGUSTA
FIRST TRACKS NORTHEAST SNOW SHOW - PORTLAND
Over 50 winter-sports brands and organizations, ski-area representatives, gear demonstrations, children's activities and free gear repairs with admission.
Nov 7th 10-6PM, No 8th 10-4PM
Get your tickets here: https://www.firsttrackssnowshow.com/
DOWNTOWN AUGUSTA - CAPITOL HEIGHTS CENTER
SO, WHAT'S HAPPENING AT AUGUSTA'S FORMER KMART?
The nearly 8-acre property is being redeveloped as Capitol Heights Center, a proposed mixed-use destination featuring a 135-room hotel, apartments, restaurants, shops and other commercial spaces. Plans currently include 58 apartments in the initial development, with another 60 proposed for a future phase. Developers have begun recruiting businesses, and a national hotel brand was previously reported to be under contract. However, no specific retailers, restaurants or hotel brand have been publicly confirmed. READ MORE HERE
THE WAIT IS OVER. THE MAINE STATE MUSEUM IN AUGUSTA IS NOW OPENED
Discover Maine’s complete story through four floors of world-class exhibits. From Ice Age mastodons and Native American artifacts to maritime treasures and working mills, our collections span 12,000 years of natural and cultural history. Experience the geology, wildlife, archaeology, and human stories that shaped the Pine Tree State. Tues - Sun 10-4PM. LEARN MORE
HOLIDAY EVENTS
🎄 Maine Holiday Craft Fairs & Shows 2026
Shop local, discover handmade gifts, and support Maine artisans this holiday season!
November 7–8
Waterville — Nov. 7: 80th Annual Holiday Fair | Pleasant Street United Methodist Church, 8 AM–2 PM
Augusta — Nov. 7: LEA Craft & Vendor Fair | Buker Community Center
Waterville — Nov. 7: Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair | Best Western Plus
Bangor — Nov. 7–8: Bangor Craft Fair | Bangor Mall
November 14–15
Waterville — Nov. 14: Seton Village Craft Fair
Winslow — Nov. 14: Waterville Lions Club Holiday Craft Fair
Belgrade — Nov. 14: Belgrade Holiday Artisan Festival
Augusta — Nov. 14–15: Veterans Weekend Arts & Craft Show | Augusta Armory, 9 AM–4 PM
Portland — Nov. 14: Celtic Fair
Portland — Nov. 15: Maker's Market at the Point
November 20–22
Lewiston — Beginning Nov. 20: Kora FEZtival of Trees
Fayette — Nov. 21: FOSH Annual Holiday Craft Fair
Augusta — Nov. 21–22: KCCV's 6th Annual Holiday Craft Fair | Augusta Civic Center
Bangor — Nov. 21–22: Maine Harvest Festival
Topsham — Nov. 21–22: Made in Maine Craft Show
Augusta — Nov. 22: Holiday Ritual Market
Thanksgiving Weekend & December
Augusta — Nov. 28–29: 47th Annual Christmas in New England Craft Show | Augusta Civic Center, 9 AM–4 PM
Augusta — Dec. 12–13: Last Minute Christmas Arts & Craft Show | Augusta Armory, 9 AM–4 PM
Augusta — Dec. 19–20: Season Finale Craft Fair | Augusta Armory, 9 AM–4 PM
🎄 Maine Festival of Trees 2026
Get into the holiday spirit! Explore beautifully decorated Christmas trees, festive displays, raffles, and holiday activities at these Maine tree festivals.
Kennebec County
Fairfield — Nov. 20–22 & Nov. 27–29: Festival of Trees | Kennebec Valley Community College, Carter Hall. Decorated trees, gifts and raffles. Admission $2; ages 12 and under free.
Augusta — Nov. 27–29: River of Trees | 244 Water Street. More than 30 decorated trees with raffle prizes, benefiting the Augusta Downtown Alliance and Colonial Theater restoration.
Gardiner — Dec. 3–6: Johnson Hall's 9th Annual Festival of Trees | Johnson Hall Opera House, 280 Water Street. More than 40 decorated trees, visits with Santa and FREE admission!
Worth the Drive
Lewiston — Nov. 20–28: Kora Shrine FEZtival of Trees | 11 Sabattus Street. More than 60 decorated trees, a craft fair, visits with Santa, food and holiday activities. Admission $6; children under 12 free with a paying adult. Closed Thanksgiving Day.
Portland — Nov. 27–29 & Dec. 4–6: Portland Festival of Trees | 415 Congress Street. More than 30 decorated trees, a craft fair, raffles and silent auction. Admission $5; children under 12 free with an adult.
Saco — Nov. 27–Dec. 30: Saco Museum Festival of Trees | Saco Museum. The 22nd annual festival features themed Christmas trees, artwork, raffles and holiday displays. This year's theme is Merry and Bright.
Holiday Parades & Santa Sightings Across Maine 2026
The holidays are coming! From illuminated parades and visits with Santa to festive downtown celebrations, here are some Maine traditions worth putting on your calendar.
🎄 Kennebec County
Waterville — Nov. 28, 6 PM: Parade of Lights & Kringleville | Downtown Waterville. Illuminated floats welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus, followed by free visits at their holiday cottage in Castonguay Square.
Winthrop — Dec. 5, 3–5 PM: Holiday Parade, Santa Visit & Tree Lighting | Downtown Main Street. Parade at 3 PM, Santa visits at the Winthrop Historical Society, and tree lighting around 4:15 PM.
Gardiner — Dec. 3–6: Johnson Hall Festival of Trees | Johnson Hall Opera House. More than 40 decorated trees, photos with Santa, and free admission.
✨ Worth the Drive
Bath — Nov. 28, 3:45–5:30 PM: Santa's Arrival & Jingle Bell Walk | Library Park and downtown Bath. Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at 4 PM, followed by a festive walk, cookies, cocoa and photos.
Freeport — Nov. 20–Dec. 20, select dates: L.L.Bean Northern Lights Santa Visits | Freeport. Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus during scheduled weekend appearances. Special pet-friendly visits on Mondays.
Freeport — Dec. 4: Sparkle Celebration Parade of Lights | Downtown Freeport. A dazzling holiday parade ending with Santa bringing the famous Talking Christmas Tree to life.
Bangor — Dec. 5, 4:30 PM: Festival of Lights Parade | Downtown Bangor. Illuminated floats, performers and Santa's arrival. Weather date: Dec. 6.
Ellsworth — Dec. 5, 4 PM: Christmas Parade of Lights & Tree Lighting | Downtown Ellsworth. Themed holiday floats followed by the community tree lighting at City Hall.
Saco — Dec. 5, 5 PM: Holiday Festival & Parade of Lights | Main Street. A festive downtown parade with illuminated floats.
Kennebunkport — Dec. 3–13: Christmas Prelude | Downtown Kennebunkport. Holiday lights, parades, fireworks, caroling and the famous Santa arrival by lobster boat.
Ogunquit — Dec. 11–13: Christmas by the Sea | Ogunquit. Holiday parade, fireworks, tree lightings, bonfire and visits with Santa.
Carrabassett Valley — Dec. 12–13: Sugarloaf Tree Lighting Festival | Sugarloaf Mountain. Santa visits, music, holiday treats, mountain festivities and fireworks.
WEATHER SNAPSHOT
LOCAL EVENTS
Augusta
Nov 8th: Mainely “RC” Mania @ Augusta Civic Center 8-5PM
Lewiston
Nov 6: FREE Friday Wine & Beer Tasting with Argentinian Wine and Barreled Souls Beer. 5-7PM
FARTHER OUT EVENTS WORTH NOTING
Augusta
Nov 14-15th: The Largest Indoor Flea Market @Civi Center. 8-3PM
Feb 9th: Harlem Globetrotters: Rivalry Tour 7-9PM. Tickets are on sale now.
Waterville
Nov 9th: Family Ceramics Paint Night @Elmhearst Pottery Studio 12:30 PM
Winthrop
Nov 12th: Jackie Fournier - Colonial Medicine @ 6 PM Historical Society
WORTH THE DRIVE
Freeport
Nov 21- Dec 24th: LLBean’s Northern Lights Events including lights, letters to Santa, photo ops, and so much more
Portland
Nov 7-8th: NorthEast First Tracks Snow Show @ Thompson Point
Nov 20th: How the Grinch Stole Christmas @ Merrill Auditorium 6PM
Dec 11: Disney on Ice @ Cross Arena. 6PM
LOOK UP! SKY HAPPENINGS
🪐 Saturn: Look for a bright, steady point of light in the southern sky during the evening. Binoculars won't show its rings clearly, but a telescope can.
✨ Pleiades (Seven Sisters): This beautiful cluster of stars rises in the eastern sky during fall evenings. It's especially impressive through binoculars.
🌌 Andromeda Galaxy: Autumn is an excellent time to look for our neighboring galaxy. Under dark skies, it can appear as a faint, fuzzy patch without a telescope.
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