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Bowdoin Middle Eastern Ensemble
Monday, November 18 at 7:30 pm
Kanbar Auditorium, Studzinski Recital Hall
The Bowdoin Middle Eastern Ensemble, under the direction of Duncan Hardy, is proud to present eight selections of classical Middle Eastern Music. These compositions are representative of the traditions of Medieval Andalusia, Ottoman court music and Egyptian popular music from the "Golden Age" of Arabic music. Within these contexts the Bowdoin Middle Eastern Ensemble will be exploring classical instrumental pieces, Muwashahat vocal songs and the improvisational practice known as "Taqsim". The program has been organized in several sections according to the mode or "Maqam" they are composed in order to facilitate a melodic continuity and a deeper listening experience for the audience as is the general practice when performing Middle Eastern music.

All events are free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations.
See you inside Kanbar Auditorium, Studzinski Recital Hall

Beyond Borders Percussion Ensemble
Thursday, November 21 at 7:30 PM
Kanbar Auditorium, Studzinski Recital Hall
All events are free and open to the public; no tickets or reservations.

Beyond Borders Percussion Ensemble's repertoire focuses on Afro-Caribbean, North Indian, South American and West African traditions with an emphasis on the creation of contemporary, cross-genre experimentation that includes improvisation and composition. This program will include Rose Rhythm (Doudou Ndiaye Rose), Tabla-Tahmeel No. 1 (Halim El-Dabh), 100+BPM (Sunny Jain), and Human Time Machine (Collective Improvisation). The ensemble is directed by Brian Shankar Adler.

Ok kids, after who knows how many meetups it’s time to pass the “host” torch! I’ve got some things that will make me too busy to host in 2025 but hopefully not too busy to attend! This hike is my “swan song hike” with one more meetup for the holiday party.

If you’ve been thinking about hosting, we need you! It’s fun, it’s good exercise and you will meet great people.

this will be a LONG hike - shy of 5 miles. FAST to steady pace. Please join the hike that matches your ability.

Quiet, lovely tract of conserved land etched with many trails to make for long and varied walks. The perimeter trail (4.7 miles, marked with red blazes) is very pleasant as it borders Center Pond. The forested side of the perimeter trail goes through lovely pitch pine forests. There is a sweet beaver pond in the center of the parcel, too.

Another music event at the Chocolate Church in Bath. I am making this a meet up, but I'm ushering at this event, and wanted to post it.
Patty Larkin has redefined the boundaries of folk-urban pop music with her inventive guitar wizardry and uncompromising lyrics and vocals. Described as “riveting” (Chicago Tribune) and “hypnotic” (Entertainment Weekly), Patty Larkin has captured audiences for over 30 years with her imagination and technical artistry. In her 14th release Bird in a Cage, she mines the intersection of poetry and song, featuring ten notable poets, including five US Poet Laureates, for an innovative and haunting musical collection. Poems are made to be shared aloud, and with Bird, Patty takes up that tradition and sets it aglow.
Leading their own band, Erin has performed at Bonnaroo, Glastonbury, and the Newport Folk Festivals. A familiar presence on NPR and the BBC, McKeown’s songs have also appeared in numerous commercials and television shows.
SIgning up here does not guarantee a seat. You need to purchase the ticket ( $30. in advance) from the Chocolate Church link:
https://app.opendate.io/e/the-cyrus-chestnut-trio-november-08-2024-551218
Post your seat so others can select one nearby. Also, planning to go out beforehand can be arranged in the comment section. We are lucky to have affordable events nearby! Hope to see you there.

Want a healthy ( and less expensive) alternative to shopping on Black Friday and walk off that Thanksgiving dinner? Join us for a FAST-paced hike to Bald Head Trail 3.7 miles with a short 1.4 mile detour to Squirrel Point Lighthouse, a small lighthouse on the Kennebec River. The path is mostly dirt winding through the woods.
Bald trail begins on the shared trail heading towards Squirrel Point light then breaks off crossing through a marsh area and through the forest. The trail ends at the rocky ledges of Bald Head where the Kennebec and Back Rivers meet. The dramatic topography of the land jutting out to split the Kennebec and Back Rivers is one of the preserve's most stunning attractions.*Dogs are not permitted on this area managed by The Nature Conservancy. Parking is limited so plan to carpool.
The time ( not the date) may change since it is best to go at low tide, and the tide schedule only shows a week out, so please check the site before the event.
Directions. From Route 1 in Woolwich, take 127 South (towards Reid State Park) for 4.5 miles, and turn right on Bald Head Road. Drive 2.2 miles to the end of the road.
**Chris, John and I are coordinating a lot of fall hike and choosing alternative dates so people have lots of options! ;)!!!

Bring: layered clothing, good hiking boots, water, and a snack
**Please check this page for updates before the event.
Join us for international travel:
Germany, Austria & Switzerland June 27-July 7
Greek Islands : Mykonos, Santorini & Crete Sept 22-October 5 2026

• “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do....Explore. Dream. Discover.” – Mark Twain

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Come join us for a little mid-holiday season Happy Hour fun and enjoy a cocktail, or mocktail of your choice at the Lincoln Hotel's elegant upstairs lounge. Let's enjoy some drinks, light bites, and laughter together in the spirit of the season. We'll meet in the upstairs lounge area. The Lincoln hotel was recently awarded a prestigious 'key' by Michelin Guide in 2024, as "a place that significantly adds to your experience as a traveler..." The bar offers a limited snack menu and Batson River restaurant also serves the Lobby bar with a more robust menu of appetizer selections.
We'll meet in the upstairs lobby bar.

Parking:
The Lincoln has a parking lot with Valet parking at no charge for hotel visitors and guests. For the Valet option, pull up to the hotel front door. There is also free "Mill Customer Parking" in the lot next to the hotel. Additionally, there is a parking garage adjacent to the hotel that charges $5/hr.
Group Size:
This event is limited to 20 or less participants. Please R.S.V.P. to save your spot.

Ok kids, after who knows how many meetups it’s time to pass the “host” torch! I’ve got some things that will make be too busy to host in 2025 but hopefully not too busy to attend! This hike is my “swan song hike” with one more meetup for the holiday party.

If you’ve been thinking about hosting, we need you! It’s fun, it’s good exercise and you will meet great people.

Short hike, a great warmup for the holiday dinner/party. This is a new hike to us, an easy walk with some water views. A quick wardrobe change and we can go from trail to dinner!

Weather dependent 😎 This will only take about an hour. You can absolutely come for just the hike if you want.

Holiday Dinner/Party 🎉 Prehike optional, listed as separate event.

Last year we essentially had the upstairs to ourselves and hopped tables to mingle. You can find their menu online for dinner options.

Ugly sweaters, garland boas - or your finest, you do you 😎

There will be jokes! Holiday cheer!

This event is for members only, no guests due to limited space. Last year we went on to Flight Deck after, yes, it was that much fun!!

Còig is celebrating 10 years of spreading holiday Cheer with the 2024 annual Christmas tour!
Join us to celebrate the music of Nova Scotia’s Còig, an evening of Celtic holiday music, with lively instrumentals, stirring vocals, and festive favorites from their Christmas albums, “Carols” and “Carols Too”.
10th anniversary shows, Rachel Davis, Darren McMullen, and Margie Beaton will be joined by founding member Jason Roach! A crowd favorite, Jason left the band in 2019 to pursue other artistic endeavors and stay closer to home.
Signing up here does not guarantee a seat. Purchase your ticket at:
Tickets : $30. in advance, purchase at this link:
https://app.opendate.io/e/coig-december-14-2024-550568

Celebrate the season in style with one of Atlantic Canada’s premiere Celtic supergroups as they take concertgoers on a musical journey with their renditions of timeless Christmas classics, brimming instrumentals, and high-energy original tunes. An exceptional show from start to finish, Còig brings various influences to their Celtic holiday mix ranging from Folk and Classical, to Swing, giving your favorite carols a fresh and original sound.

We can plan to meet for dinner beforehand for those who are interested.
Check their music out on this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WyiFaTXBsPU&t=5s
Post your seat so we can sit near each other.

Bundle up and join us for a great way to end the year with a fast-paced walk at Reid State Park. Meet at the parking lot, left after the kiosk ( if opened, last time we were there the left was blocked off- if so, take a right after the kiosk).
From the top of Griffith Head, a rocky headland overlooking the park, visitors can view sweeping seascapes and spot the lighthouses on Seguin Island, The Cuckolds, and Hendricks Head. Visitors can also see several islands, including: Damariscove, a thriving fishing community in Colonial times; Outer Head, protected as a tern sanctuary; and Southport, where noted naturalist Rachel Carson wrote Silent Spring.
Join us after to to socialize and enjoy lunch or a beverage.
Bring: layered clothing, good hiking boots , water and a snack.
**Please check this page for updates before the event.
Join us for international travel:
Germany, Austria & Switzerland June 27-July 7
Greek Islands : Mykonos, Santorini & Crete Sept 22-October 5 2026

• “Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer.” – Anonymous

https://groups.goaheadtours.com/cecilia-nolan