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Nurseryman Tom York specializes in rhodendrons of every hue that are hardy enough to withstand a Maine winter. Image subjects: Rhododendrons in Tom York's garden Tom York in garden Rhododendron - Brown Eyes Rhododendron - Tom's Unnamed Hybrid 'Rhododendron hippophaeoides' Edmond Amateis Rhododendron
- Photography by: Kevin Shields
Tucked between two gorgeous lakes in the middle of the state, the lovely old village of Wayne remains a mystery to most Mainers. Image subjects: lakeside homes in Wayne Wayne general store Androscoggin yacht club house on hill barn near lake apple orchard Location: Wayne
- Photography by: Sara Gray
People in West Bath never imagined how interesting it might be to have a family of foxes move in next door. Image subjects: fox kits fox kits fox kits Location: West Bath
- By: Robert Hitt Neil
- and Ken Textor
- Photography by: Thomas Mark Szelog
There's something very fishy about this location. Image subjects: Where in Maine Location: Damariscotta Mills
- Photography by: Thomas Mark Szelog
Freeport High School teacher Bruce Brown proves you don't have to be wealthy to put together a notable art collection. Image subjects: Bruce Brown of Freeport High School Location: Freeport
- By: John Falk
- and Edgar Allen Beem
- Photography by: Randy Ury
Even the Mainers who voted in favor of spending $50 million for public lands last November were amazed at how resoundingly the measure won. Image subjects: river and woods field of wildflowers path in woods
Antique dealer, appraiser, and auctioneer Kaja Veilleux is on a mission to salve every last antique and collectible in the state. Image subjects: Kaja Veilleuz appraising antiques in his office inside auction gallery Location: Thomaston Newcastle
- By: Rusty Ward
- and Meadow Rue Merrill
- Photography by: Benjamin Magro
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Along the Waterfront Jet-Powered Picnics Along the Waterfront Great Harbor Exhibit Calendar of Events May Highlights Down East Bookshelf Mr. Bean and Me Down East Bookshelf Briefly Noted Guide to Maine Antiques Guide to Maine Antiques Guide to Maine Antiques Strolling through An Antique Village Guide
The Great Harbor Maritime Museum puts on a new exhibit for the 2000 season. Location: Northeast Harbor
Maine boatbuilders are trading inboards with propellers for jet engines.
- By: James P. Brown
- and David Wonderlich
Bangor kids have been sent packing - to camp, that is. Location: Bangor
Ancient apples still blossom in Aroostook.
Portland chooses a new slogan to live by. Location: Portland
Unearthing 215 years of fish wrapping. Cataloging every newspaper ever published in Maine.
Like all the hospitals in Maine, the giant veterans complex at Togus is feeling the pinch.
- By: Brook Elliott
- and Jeff Clark
Letter discusses high tax burden to retirees in Maine as compared to Florida.
- By: Douglas Smith
- and Brook Elliott
Letter discusses irony in Loring story about nuclear bunkers.
- By: John Falk
- and Timothy Hall
Books reviewed here include: "Nineteenth Century Lights: Historic Images of American Lighthouses by J. Candace Clifford and Mary Louise Clifford, "Beautiful in All Its Details: The Architecture of Maine's Public Library Buildings, 1878-1942 by Kirk F. Mohney, "Longstreet Highroad Guide to the Maine Coast"
- By: Paul Doiron
- and Worth Mathewson
A new outdoor guide from Maine's formost outfitter underscores the huge changes in the woods. Great comparison between the first Bean book "Hunting, Fishing, and Camping" and this new one, which reflects current views on camping and fishing - hunting isn't even mentioned. Image subjects: man flyfishing
- By: George Bird Evans
- and Bob Noonan
- Photography by: Richard Giguere
Times Record: CMP no longer subsidizes the cost of extending power to homes distant from power lines.
- By: Vivian Kramer Francher
Portland's Natasha's restaurant serves free meals to the homeless. Location: Portland
- By: Andrew Vietze
- and John Barsness
The phrase "Leave No Trace" has meaning as pressures increase on the remaining wilderness areas.
- By: Richard Hall
- and Andrew Vietze
Portland Press Herald: Portland extends kindergarten to a full day. Location: Portland
Some of the finest antiques in the state are on display in the historic-house museums that grace many towns and villages.
Some of Maine's finest antique shops are to be found in historic Wiscasset. Image subjects: front of "The Marston House" antique shop inside an antique shop Location: Wiscasset
- By: Charles Nicholson
- and Meadow Rue Merrill
- Photography by: Nance Trueworthy
Over the years, Maine has earned an international reputation for fine antiques, great bargains, and endless collectibles.
- By: Vivian Kramer Francher
Christening a graceful new schooner turned out to be more momentous than I expected. Location: Camden
- By: Elizabeth Crockett Smith
Nearly every weekend all summer long, Maine antique dealers display their wares. Here is a list of many of the antique shows scheduled for the season.
The popularity of group shops and antique malls has spread across the state. Here is a list of some of the best.
Clusters of antique shops appear in some unlikely Maine communities as well as in some obvious ones.
Art shows, concerts, and May Day celebrations fill the merry month.
Photo of a barber shop in Bethel circa 1897. Location: Bethel
- By: David Wonderlich
- and Ellen MacDonald Ward
