2008 Calendar of Events

This Calendar of Events is updated weekly as new event listings are received. Please check back for current listings and for changes or cancellations.

Overview of Events

Wells Summer Concert Series

 

Craft Shows

  Join friends and family for an enjoyable evening of entertainment at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo at Wells Harbor Park. Concerts start in June and continue through Labor Day weekend. Entertainment begins promptly at 6:30 PM. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the show.  In the event of rain, concerts will be held in the Ward Gym at the Wells Junior High School on Rt. 1. 

Craft shows are held throughout the summer and fall. Browse through a fine selection of handmade crafts and sample delicious food.

Turkey Suppers
  Hosted by the Wells-Ogunquit Music Boosters, turkey suppers are held one Saturday per month January through April from 5:00-7:00 pm at St. Mary’s Church on Eldridge Rd. FMI 646-3387
Bean Suppers
  A New England tradition featuring baked beans, hot dogs, etc. Held the first Saturday of the month (May to October) at the Masonic Hall on Sanford Road, Wells and at the Wells Congregational Church, Route 1 Wells, on the second Saturday of the month. Both events are from 5:00-7:00 pm.
Pancake Breakfast   The Wells & Ogunquit Senior Center, Rt. 1, sponsors a wonderful pancake breakfast every Saturday.  FMI: 646-7775
Wells Farmer’s Market
  The Wells Farmer's Market is held in the Town Hall parking lot Wednesdays from 2 - 6 pm in season. It features fresh native produce, eggs, herbs, wool, baked goods, organic produce, venison & rabbit meat, seedlings, plants, flowers, and more. www.wellsfarmersmarket.org. FMI:  646-5926

2008 Calendar by Date

January 15
Wells PTSA January Meeting - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Yoga Based Techniques for Children Presentation and 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm General Membership Meeting (Topics include ballot vote for Teacher Grants and event planning for Spring 2008. Location:           Wells Elementary School Cafeteria
Sponsored By:       Wells Parent Teacher Student Association (WPTSA)
Admission Fee:      None
FMI Phone:          Sue Mercier (207-646-0509)
Conatct Email:      amercier1@maine.rr.com
Description:
The Wells Elementary School PTSA is having its January meeting on Tuesday, January 15, 2008. The WPTSA is offering a presentation by Lisa Flynn, Founder of Childlight Yoga, on yoga-based techniques which can assist your child in being calmer, more focused, and learning ready. All in attendance have a chance to win a free 30-minute massage. This presentation starts at 6:00 pm.Immediately following the presentation, the WPTSA will have their January general membership meeting. Topics will include the membership ballot vote for teacher grants and event planning for Spring 2008 and Fall 2008. The WPTSA welcomes new members throughout the year and at our monthly meetings. We look forward to seeing you at our January meeting! The WPTSA email address is wes.ptsa@yahoo.com.




Feb. 2

  Family Winter Fun Day at Laudholm Farm.  FMI: 207 646-1555 www.wellsreserve.org



March 26
  Wells Chamber of Commerce - Business After Hours FMI:  207 646-2451 or READ THE FLYER.



April 12
All 4 Kids Consignment Sale - Saturday, April 12, 2008 between 8:00am-12:00pm at the Wells Elementary School, Rte 109, Wells.  The event is sponsored by the WES PTSA. Admission is FREE. For more information call 207-646-5953 x4330 or email: abreton@maine.rr.com. This is a great opportunity to buy gently used clothing, sports equipment, baby gear, books, games, toys and more for children ages birth to 16.  It is a seasonal sale where you can expect to find things appropriate for the Spring & Summer seasons.  If you are interested in consigning, donating or volunteering please call the above number.

The Best You - Women's Health and Lifestyle Event - Saturday, April 12, 2008 between 10am-4pm at the Coastal House, Route 1, Wells, ME.  Attend The Best You woman's health and lifestyle event and takes steps toward creating a better and healthier lifestyle.  READ THE FLYER (pdf).  Visit www.bestyouevent.com.



April 19  

Earth Day Celebration at Laudholm Farm.  Live music, scavenger hunt, craft activities, children’s games and more.  FMI: 207 646-1555  www.wellsreserve.org




May 10
John Gorka - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Saturday, May 10th $30 ticket price including 2 house drinks or dessert & coffee. Show time 8:00 p.m. Tickets available on line at www.jonathansrestaurant.com or 207-646-4777.



May 15
Pete Best Band & British Yankees - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Thursday, May 15th  - The Beattle's Original Drummer plus one of Boston's Finest Bands, British Yankees. 2 Bands Live, 1 Night at Jonathan's Ogunquit. Tickets available on line at www.jonathansrestaurant.com or 207-646-4777



May 17
Town Wide Yard Sale - SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2008,  8:00AM — 1:00PM
Wells Elementary School, Route 109. COST FOR A 15’ X 6’ BOOTH IS $40 - First Come, First Served. Click here to PRINT OUT A REGISTRATION FORM for this event.  Click here to READ THE EVENT FLYER.  Call 207-646-2451 for more info.



May 26
Memorial Day Parade steps off at 9:00 am from the Wells Elementary School on Rt. 109 proceeding to the Oceanview Cemetery on Rt. 1 for a brief ceremony.



June 7

Feed ME - Food Drive to benefit Good Shepherd Food Bank - Saturday, June 7, 2008 between 8:00am-2:00pm at Hannaford Supermarket US Route 1 and sponsored by Hannaford Supermarket & WCSH 6.  Admission is FREE. FMI call   207 828 6666 or contact charlene.belanger@wcsh6.com. Feed ME is a one-day food drive to benefit Good Shepehrd Food Bank and is 550 agencies statewide.  WCSH 6 will broadcast live fron Hannaford in Wells, Portland, Lewiston & Brewer throughout the morning.



June 13

Jonathan Edwards - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Friday, June 13th $30 ticket price including 2 house drinks or dessert & coffee. Show time 8:00 p.m. Tickets available on line at www.jonathansrestaurant.com or 207-646-4777 - Famous for "Sunshine" Song.



June 22
Wells Antique Show and Sale - Sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce to be held on the historic grounds of the Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farm 10am – 4pm.  ADMISSION ~ FMI:  John DeSimone 800 641-6908 or email goosefare@gwi.net
     
June 26
Bob Marley, Maine Comedy - Jonathan's Ogunquit on  Thursday, June 26. Enjoy a night of true Maine Comedy with Bob Marley! Tickets available on line at www.jonathansrestaurant.com  or 207-646-4777.$20 ticket price + $10 Show Credit (Dessert or Beverages).



June 28  
Wells Summer Concert featuring The 60’s Invasion sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  FMI:  207 646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org.
     
July 4

Paula Poundstone Comedy - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Friday, July 4 and Saturday, July 5 at 9 pm.  Back for her 3rd year in a row....Paula will show you a real night of laughter!  Book your tickets now as they will go quick!  www.jonathansrestaurant.com or 207-646-4777.  $32.50 ticket price + $10 Show Credit (Dessert or Beverages).



July 5   Wells Summer Concert, featuring Mac McCale, sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  FMI:  207 646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org.





Paula Poundstone Comedy - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Friday, July 4 and Saturday, July 5 at 9 pm.  Back for her 3rd year in a row....Paula will show you a real night of laughter!  Book your tickets now as they will go quick!  www.jonathansrestaurant.com or 207-646-4777.  $32.50 ticket price + $10 Show Credit (Dessert or Beverages).
     
July 12   Wells Summer Concert, featuring The Blind Pilots, sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  FMI:  207 646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org.
     
July 12 and July 13
26th Annual Summer Solstice Craft Show at Wells Elementary School on Rt. 109 in Wells. ~ 10 am to 4 pm. 70 juried crafters featuring jewelry, stained glass, pottery, gourmet food, and more.  FREE ADMISSION & PARKING  FMI:  207-646-5172  or summersolstice@maine.rr.com
     
July 19   Wells Summer Concert, featuring Women of Note, sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  FMI:  207 646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org.
     


Melissa Ferrick Concert - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Saturday, July 4 at 9 pm.  Live Concert at Jonathan's Restaurnt! Tickets & More Information at www.jonathansrestaurant.com or 207-646-4777.  $22.50 Ticket Price plus $10 Show Credit (Dessert or Beverages).



July 20
A Painterly Day and Fresh Paint Auction at Laudholm Farm. Visitors are welcome to watch dozens of fine artists paint pastoral landscapes, historic farms buildings and scenes in open air.  The completed art works are featured at an evening reception and auction.   FMI:   207 646-4521   



July 25
Cheryl Wheeler Concert - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Friday, July 25 at 8 pm.  Back for another delightful night of live music at Jonathan's Restaurant! Tickets & More Info avaialable at www.jonathansrestaurant.com or 207-646-4777. $27.50 ticket + $10 Show Credit (Dessert or Beverages).



July 26   Wells Summer Concert, featuring Straight Lace, sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  FMI:  207 646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org.
     


Ellis Paul Concert - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Saturday, July 26 at 9 pm.  Ellis Paul is a critically acclaimed singer, songwriter, poet and troubadour originally hailing from a potato farming family in northern Maine.  Back again to perform at Jonathan's! Tickets available at www.jonathansrestaurant.com or 207-646-4777.  $22.50 Ticket Price + $10 Show Credit (Dessert or Beverages).



July 26 and July 27   6th Annual Native American Powwow at Harbor Park featuring music, dance, crafts, jewelry demonstrations, and special guests.  Gates open at 9 am.   FMI 603528-3005    ADMISSION
     
Aug. 2   Wells Summer Concert, featuring Bonnie Edwards, sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  FMI:  207 646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org.

Jimmy Keys - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Saturday, August 2nd, Show time 8:00 p.m. Back for the 2nd year- book soon, will sell out!! Tickets available on line at www.jonathansrestaurant.com or 207-646-4777.
     
Aug. 9   Wells Summer Concert, featuring Debbie Myers, sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  FMI:  207 646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org.
     


Lori McKenna Concert - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Saturday, August 9th at 9 pm.  Singer / Songwriter, Lori McKenna will be performing Live at Jonathan's Ogunquit on Saturday, August 9th.  Tickets $20 + $10 Show Credit (Dessert or beverages) Tickets available on line at www.jonathansrestaurant.com or 207-646-4777. $20 Ticket Price + $10 Show Credit (Dessert or Beverages).



Aug. 16   Wells Summer Concert, featuring Eddy Forman, sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  FMI:  207 646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org.
     


Frank Santos, Hypnotist - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Saturday, August 16 at 9 pm.  New England's Premiere Hypnotist and innovative comedian has been Mesmerizing audiences for over 21 years. His spectacular display of mind bending antics can turn any skeptic into a FAN! Tickets available at www.jonathansrestaurant.com or 207-646-4777. $20 ticket price + $10 Show Credit (Dessert or Beverages).



Aug. 21
Bob Marley, Comedian - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Thursday, August 21 at 8 pm.  Back for his 4th Performance - all near Sell outs! "Marley's brand of high energy and off beat observation of everyday life things has captured the minds of fans of all ages including teenagers to grandparents in their 80's. Making his first television appearance on Comedy Central, he is now one of the few comics to do the complete late night circuit including The Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with Conan O'Brien."  $20 ticket price + $10 show credit (Dessert or beverages). Call  207-646-4777 or www.jonathansrestaurant.com



Aug. 23   Wells Summer Concert, featuring All Together Now, sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  FMI:  207 646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org.
     
Aug. 30   Wells Summer Concert, featuring Rick Charette, sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  FMI:  207 646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org.
     
Sept. 6 and Sept. 7    19th Annual Summer Solstice Craft Show at the Wells Elementary School on Rt. 109 in Wells  ~   10:00 am to 4:00 pm. 70 juried crafters featuring jewelry, stained glass, pottery, gourmet food and more.  FREE ADMISSION & PARKING  FMI:   207 646-5172 or summersolstice@maine.rr.com 
     
Sept. 6 and Sept. 7     21st Annual Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival sponsored by Laudholm Trust at Laudholm Farm 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.  This event brings nearly 100 highly respected juried artisans to a historic seaside setting to exhibit and sell their creative and unique craftworks.  FMI:  207 646-4521    ADMISSION



Sept. 12
Tom Rush - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Friday, September 12th, Show time 8:00 p.m. $45 ticket price including 2 house drinks or dessert & coffee. Show time 8:00 p.m. Tickets available on line at www.jonathansrestaurant.com or 207-646-4777.



Sept. 13 and Sept. 14   10th Annual ChiliFest  sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce at Wells Harbor.  Maine State and Downeast Regional Contests.  Join the competition or judge for yourself.  Live bands, vendors, crafters and more. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Tasting kits available. FMI:  207-646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org.
     
Sept. 26

Amanda Shaw & The Cute Boys Concert - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Friday, Saturday, September 26 at 8 pm.  New Orleans-based singer, songwriter, fiddler and actress Amanda Shaw is part of a new breed of young, roots-based musicians who have embraced both traditional and pop sounds, creating music that is both authentic and bold.  $15 ticket price + $10 Show Credit (Dessert or Beverages).  Call  207-646-4777 or www.jonathansrestaurant.com



Sept.  27   Punkinfiddle and National Estuaries Day Celebration sponsored by Laudholm Trust.  Family festival featuring fun and learning for the entire family. FMI 207 646-4521    ADMISSION
     
Oct. 17
Patty Larkin - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Friday, October 17th, Show time 8:00 p.m. $30 ticket price including 2 house drinks or dessert & coffee. Show time 8:00 p.m. Tickets available on line at www.jonathansrestaurant.com or 207-646-4777.



Oct. 21

Suzanne Westenhoeffer - Jonathan's Ogunquit on Tuesday, October 21st, Show time 8:00 p.m. $35 ticket price including 2 house drinks or dessert & coffee. Show time 8:00 p.m. Tickets available on line at www.jonathansrestaurant.com or 207-646-4777.



Nov. 1 and Nov. 2   25th Annual League of Maine Craft Show - Wells Jr. High School on Rt. 1 in Wells  ~ 10:00am – 4:00pm    70 juried crafters featuring jewelry, stained glass,
pottery, gourmet food by the Mooody Cow and more.  FREE ADMISSION & PARKING   FMI: 207 646-5172 or summersolstice@maine.rr.com
     
Dec. 14    25th Annual Southern Maine Christmas Parade sponsored by the Wells Southern Maine Christmas Parade Chamber of Commerce.  Step off from the Wells Plaza, SUNDAY, at 2:00 p.m. proceeding north to the Wells Junior High.  FMI:  207 646-2451 or www.southernmaineparade.com. 
     
The Chamber posts listings for community events as a service to its members and cannot accept responsibility for actual events, time changes, cancellations. If in doubt, please contact number listed with each event for more information.

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