Last week, I had the opportunity to preview Heart of Biddeford's new walking tour, debuting this summer. We strolled through downtown on a sunny morning, enjoyed snacks from local businesses (including the best falafel I've ever had at Layalina) and heard stories from entrepreneurs.
It was a great experience, and I'm sure locals and visitors alike will enjoy the tour this summer!
In this week's newsletter: Read about the Heart of Biddeford's "Homecoming Tour," a public art effort at Five Points, and the proposed York County budget.
As always, feel free to email me with story ideas and photos!
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| Biddeford artist Rebekah Lowell won first place in this year's Maine Migratory Waterfowl Stamp Contest. Contributed / Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife
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Each year, the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife holds the Maine Migratory Waterfowl Stamp Art Contest. This year, Biddeford artist Rebekah Lowell won first prize with her bufflehead painting. Her painting will become a collectible 2025 duck stamp which raises funds for Maine waterfowl conservation and management.
Lowell's original artwork displays anatomical accuracy for the species, depicts Maine habitat, and has composition and color that will be just as striking when reduced to the size of a stamp.
No stranger to the contest, Lowell's artwork has been chosen for five other Maine duck stamps since 2011. Read more here. |
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Swing by Banded Brewery in downtown Biddeford tonight, Wednesday April 9, at 6 p.m. for a Disc Golf Sip and Putt Club. Bring your putters and enjoy an evening of indoor putting practice. Stop in, practice your throw, and make some new disc golf friends.
If you're feeling artistic, head to The Creative Soul in Kennebunk all day on Thursday, April 10, for an open studio of pottery painting, sea glass art, and more. Come together with other creative individuals and explore various forms of art.
For live music, stop by the Dunn Bar in Biddeford on Friday, April 11, at 5 p.m. for a performance from Sean O'Brien. Grab your friends, grab a drink, and enjoy a relaxing evening of classic jazz music!
Step into the past at the Brick Store Museum in Kennebunk on Saturday, April 12, at 2 p.m. for an afternoon of history and tea as professional actress Laura Rocklyn brings author Louisa May Alcott to life. Enjoy light refreshments, tea, and lemonade, and step into the world of the "Little Women" author.
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Sydney Richelieu is a community news reporter for the Biddeford region and previously reported for the Biddeford-Saco-Old Orchard Beach Courier. 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 subscribe.
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