Late Summer Fun

Submitted by Ari Meil on Tue, 08/23/2011 - 7:54am.

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Late Summer Fun August 24, 2011
Bountiful gardens, windjammers, and hikes up the coast....As late summer settles in, there is so much to explore and be thankful for in Maine. So grab a paddle, your boots, or garden gloves, and prepare to enjoy our favorite time of year. Enjoy! And don't forget to join us on Facebook!

	Maine's Bold Coast Cutler never changes much. That's one of the things people love about this Down East village. Explore Cutler and Maine's Bold Coast and watch a stunning video of the Cutler Coast Preserve. Read the entire article and watch the video here.

	On the Water The Camden Windjammer Festival is coming up (September 2-4), so we were inspired to take to the water. In this special supplement, experience windjammers, Edward Hopper's Maine seascapes, lobsterboat races, and a Q&A with a Maine lake warden. Read the whole on the water special here

	A Simple Gratin to Celebrate the Summer Garden - from Kathy Gunst "The garden is the best we've had in many years thanks to severe spring rains and the hot sunny days of July and August. The eggplants, peppers, tomatoes, zucchini, onions, and herbs are particularly abundant... and inspired this quick, weeknight gratin" Read the entire blog post here.

	Goat School This just in from the printer: Part manual, part cookbook and perfect for those interested in raising goats for fun or function. Includes a hundred plus recipes using goat milk, meat, and cheese. Learn more and purchase a copy of the book here

	Down East Book Events for August Saturday, Sept. 3rd, 10AM-1PM, Sea Glass Hunter's Handbook author Carole Lambert will be at the Camden Windjammer Festival’s Maritime History Fair on the Camden Public Landing. Lambert will offer free evaluation of sea glass & pottery shards brought to the booth. Tuesday, Sept. 6th, 6-8PM, Porch author Brian Vanden Brink will present a slide show & sign books at the Camden Public Library. Books will be provided by the Owl & Turtle. Saturday, Sept. 10th, 1-3PM Governor's Travels author and former governor Angus King will speak, show photographs, and sign books at Lithgow Public Library in Augusta. Books will be provided by Mr. Paperback. See all of our book signings and events here

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