Growing up in Kennebunk, Halloween on Summer Street was always a big deal. Summer Street was the place to be, with the ornate, looming homes decked out in spooky decorations — sometimes, you might have even gotten the elusive king-sized candy bar.
When I was a kid, Summer Street was always closed off to traffic on Halloween, but last year, Kennebunk decided to open the street to traffic. This year, the street will be open again, with a heavy police presence to ensure trick-or-treaters' safety. But don't worry, there is still plenty of Halloween fun to be had!
In this week's newsletter: Read about Halloween on Summer Street, an RSU 21 board member resigning, and the inspiring story of a local cancer survivor.
As always, feel free to email me with story ideas and photos!
Thanks for reading, - Sydney Richelieu |
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| Halloween is approaching, and Kennebunk's most iconic trick-or-treating street will stay open to vehicle traffic again. (Sydney Richelieu/Staff Writer)
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Step back in spooky time and join our Kennebunkport “coven” for a special Wicked Witches Tea Party at the haunted schoolhouse at 125 North St. in Kennebunkport. Melanie from Dragon Star will brew up a special witches’ blend, or there is Earl Grey or chamomile, for those less adventurous.
Enjoy spooky sandwiches and Halloween-themed treats as story teller extraordinaire Diane Lent shares spine-chilling ghost stories. The scariest part? They’re all true. Costumes are encouraged, but not required, and all proceeds will go to The Community Gourmet, a nonprofit that helps those experiencing food insecurity in the Kennebunks. Read more here.
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Get crafty and learn to decoupage a beautiful fall tea light holder at Graves Memorial Library in Kennebunkport on Thursday, Oct. 16, at 5:30 p.m. Join resident artist Rayanne and celebrate the season with art!
It's spooky season! Celebrate Halloween at Family Fright Night at the Brick Store Museum in downtown Kennebunk on Friday, Oct. 17, at 4:30 p.m. Hear spooky local tales, trick-or-treat throughout the museum, and browse the museum's "Eerie, Uncanny, Remarkable" exhibition.
For live music, head to the Brick Store Museum in Kennebunk on Sunday, Oct. 19, at 3 p.m. for a performance from Irish flute and guitar duo Matt and Shannon Heaton. Enjoy a mix of old and new songs with engaging stage presence and masterfully crafted arrangements.
For more live music, visit Kennebunkport Historical Society's Town House School on Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. for a concert featuring Everly Brothers tunes. The show is part of the society's Mid-Week Music series and will feature host Dana Pearson and singer-guitarist Byon Yeatts. For more information or to reserve tickets, visit kporths.com/buy-tickets or call 207-967-2751.
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Sydney Richelieu is a community news reporter for Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel. Sydney grew up in Kennebunk and is a graduate of Emerson College. She can usually be found at a coffee shop, concert, or hiking trail when not reporting. Send feedback and suggestions to Sydney. You can support this newsletter by encouraging friends and family to sign up. Explore our other newsletters.
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