In 2017 the Farnsworth is presenting two major exhibitions featuring the work of women who have played important roles in twentieth-century American art, both of whom also had deep connections to Maine:  Marguerite Zorach and Louise Nevelson.

Abelardo Morell was born in Havana, Cuba in 1948. Morell received his undergraduate degree in 1977 from Bowdoin College and an MFA from The Yale University School of Art in 1981. In 1997 he received an honorary degree from Bowdoin College.

CJ Chenier and the Red Hot Louisiana Band returns for Winterfest!

Each March as part of Women’s History Month, MAMM hosts its annual ‘Girls Rock!’ concert. The event is a celebration of girls’ involvement in music and showcases the talents of MAMM’s female students. MAMM’s Girls Rock! show will include a combination of solo and full band performances.

The Center for Grieving Children will host their annual Love Really Counts Auction & Dinner Gala. The evening of events includes silent and live auctions as well as dinner. This is the 30th year the Center provides loving support in Southern Maine.

Kickstart your Friday plans by judging the best of the best. Local bartenders compete for best cocktail. Sponsored by Berlin City Lexus and Maine Spirits.

Four to ten year olds are invited to enjoy a performance of 2 popular children’s books then explore these tales during an interactive workshop with our teaching artists. Newbery and Caldecott winning Last Stop on Market Street, some of our Play Me a Story favorites, and New York Times Bestselling books.

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Sweetback Sisters Emily Miller and Zara Bode may not be blood relations, but their precise, family-style harmonies recall the best of rock and country music from the 1950s and 60s.

Girls Guns & Glory has forged its sound from the raw materials of rockabilly, country and other American traditions, tempered by a unique musical and lyrical approach.

The hottest Irish acoustic band on the planet returns to Camden with opener Karen Casey! Fireside will offer gourmet pizza, craft beer, wine and other refreshments.

Maine’s Perfect Pairing Challenge invites you to explore coffee in several different formats while indulging in sweet and savory treats created by area bakers. Enjoy different roast levels and brew methods as well as tastes.