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Imagine Us in Any Season...Visit Us in All of Them!
2015 Area Guide
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2015 Area Guide
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Greater Bridgton Lakes Region
Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors
Officers
President: Kent Uicker, Songo River Queen
First Vice President: Michelle Hapgood,
Campfire Grille
Second Vice President: Kristine Karlsson,
Chalmers Insurance
Secretary: Teri Blaschke, Androscoggin
Home Care & Hospice
Treasurer: Alice O. Goodwin, Evergreen
Credit Union
Past President: Madelyn Litz, Lake Region
Vocational School
Executive Director
Welcome
Sue Mercer
It goes without saying: the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region is one of the most beautiful areas in the
Northeast. This region is a year-round vacation destination for those who enjoy fishing, hunting,
camping, golfing, bicycling, boating, skiing, shopping and dining. If you like touring museums,
attending theatrical shows, exploring art galleries and visiting historical sites, we have it all.
Come stay for a day or vacation by the week or season—you’ll find a variety of accommodations including bed and breakfasts, inns, cabins, campgrounds, cottages, motels and resorts to
meet your needs and budget. The opportunities are endless.
Even though the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce serves thirteen towns–
Bridgton, Brownfield, Casco, Denmark, Fryeburg, Harrison, Lovell, Naples, Raymond, Sebago,
Stow, Sweden and Waterford--we have welcomed members from many other towns such as
Oxford, Auburn and Portland, Maine, plus Berlin and North Conway, NH.
The hustle and bustle of this growing region brings repeat visitors, their families and friends to
experience our pristine waterways, warm sunny days and soft summertime breezes, beautiful fall
foliage and a winter wonderland ideal for snowshoeing, snowmobiling, skiing and ice fishing.
We guarantee that your first visit here will not be your last. Many visitors return to become fulltime residents who will extend a warm handshake, welcome you to their new HOME and ask,
“How may we help you?” Locals will be happy to tell you all you want to know about the area.
We sincerely hope you will visit us soon. If we can be of any assistance, please let us know.
Sincerely,
Sue Mercer
Executive Director
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Directors
Quinn Allen, Swing Gem Golf
David Barker, Rotary Club – Bridgton
Bonnie Gould, HastingsMalia P.A.
Chuck Hamaty, Maine Street Graphics
Dan Harden, Sunrise Management
Josh Harrington, Shawnee Peak
Veronica Kugelman, Squeaky Clean Laundry
Sue Maynard, Key Bank
Ken Murphy, Bridgton Community Center
Serving the towns of Bridgton, Brownfield,
Casco, Denmark, Fryeburg, Harrison,
Lovell, Naples, Raymond, Sebago, Stow,
Sweden, Waterford
This is the official publication of the
Greater Bridgton Lakes Region
Chamber of Commerce
101 Portland Road
Bridgton, Maine 04009
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Why Belong to the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce?
Chamber membership is profitable for
your business! Membership in your local
Chamber tells patrons that you are a
strong, community-involved establishment.
A national study reveals that membership
in a local chamber of commerce significantly boosts a business’s image among
consumers and other businesses.
The study by The Schapiro Group, an
Atlanta-based market research firm, is
good news for all Chamber members:
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they are 44 percent more likely to rate it
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likely to buy goods and services from a
company they believe is a member of the
chamber of commerce.
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chain is a chamber member, they are 40
percent more likely to eat there.
Our Benefits
24/7 Availability on our Web site —
Whether you already have a Web site or
not, when people search the Chamber
Web site, they can find you by category,
business name or location. We’re also
here to answer questions about your
business, promote it, and refer potential
clients, while you’re out on your boat or
skiing.
Annual Area Guide – This is a beautiful
Area Guide with great photos, ads from
you (Chamber members get a discount!)
and surrounding businesses, a membership list by category; plus business
descriptions, Calendar of Events and an
area map. Only Chamber members are
listed on the membership list.
The Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner (L-R): Guest Speaker, Jack Sours,
Vice President/General Manager, Oxford Casino; Sue Mercer, Executive Director; Past President, Madelyn Litz
Member to Member Discounts –
Participate and offer a discount to other
Chamber members or just take advantage
of the discounts offered to you! From
attorneys to cleaning, pet services, health
care and snowmobile rentals, you save
because you are a Chamber member!
Weekly Chamber Update – Our
emailed “Chamber Chatter” is sent
out weekly to over 2000 subscribers,
members and “friend of the Chamber.”
Tons of information is shared, and for a
minimal fee you can share an ad with all
of the readers.
After Hours – Open to the public and
held the 4th Thursday of each month,
this networking event is a great way to
showcase YOUR business. No Chamber
fee involved, your event will be promoted
on our Web site, in the Chamber Chatter,
and sent out as a press release to the local
papers. Dates go quickly, so some businesses like to “partner” and share a date.
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what’s inside
Welcome to the Lakes Region ........................................ 4
Why Belong to the Greater Bridgton Chamber? ...... 6
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Playgrounds for Kids .......................................................... 10
Searching for Lost Treasure.............................................. 12
The Cultural Scene .............................................................. 14
Birding in the Lakes Region ............................................. 16
Seasons in the Lakes Region ........................................... 18
Calendar of Events .............................................................. 22
Lodging ................................................................................... 24
Home Services ...................................................................... 26
The Outdoors ........................................................................ 28
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Health Care ............................................................................ 32
Professional Services .......................................................... 32
Our Lakes and Ponds.......................................................... 36
Specialty Shops .................................................................... 40
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Entertainment/Cultural ..................................................... 43
Weddings ............................................................................... 43
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Real Estate .............................................................................. 45
Rent What You Need........................................................... 46
Legal Services ....................................................................... 47
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The Wedding of Your Dreams ......................................... 52
Our Towns .............................................................................. 54
Houses of Worship .............................................................. 57
Member Directory............................................................... 58
Publisher
Jonathan Whitney
Writers
Marita Wiser
Will Simpson
Design & Production
Laurie LaMountain
“After Hours” at Harry Barkers II
Member Spotlight – Select the week
you’d like. Set up a display in our Chamber office and we’ll display your business
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all to see. We’ll promote your business
with a post in the Chamber Chatter, on
our Web site and on our Facebook page.
Again – No Chamber fee involved.
Invest in the Greater Bridgton Lakes
Region Chamber of Commerce today
and grow your business!
Photographers
Ed Mercer
Ethan McNerney (www.emcnerney.com)
Leigh Macmillen Hayes
Shep Hayes
© 2015 JW Publishing
The publisher and the Chamber wish to thank Ed Mercer of Mercer
Photography in Naples for the many fine photographs found in
this year’s edition, including the wonderful shot on the cover.
Thank you, Ed!
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magazine may not be reproduced in any manner without written
consent from the publisher.
Advertising Inquiries
To advertise in the magazine please call Jonathan Whitney at
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Pet-Friendly Accommodations
the property’s 25 acres or swim in the pond. $20/night for pets
www.bearmtninn.com
Waterford Inne: Pets are always welcome at the Waterford Inne,
where fields, woods, and a pond offer plenty for you to do with
your pet. Here, the old red barn will have Fido feeling like a real
farm dog. $15/night for pets. www.waterfordinne.com
Grady’s West Shore Motel: At no extra charge, Grady’s will
accept pets into their rooms during any season except summer.
Enjoy lakeside views and spacious rooms, as well as a close motel community where you and the pets can make new friends
www.gradysmotel.synthasite.com.
Pleasant Mountain Inn: This Bridgton inn introduces itself as
“Dog-Friendly Lodging on Beaver Pond.” Close to tons of outdoor activities and featuring an Herb Cottage where Felix might
be able to score some catnip, this is the ideal place to bring your
pets. $20/night for pets. www.pleasantmountaininn.com
Augustus Bove House: There’s always room for well-behaved
pets at this inn located in Naples. Take a walk with the dog
down to the Causeway for an evening sunset or drink morning
coffee with the cat on your lap in the comforts of your own
cottage. $10/night for pets. www.naplesmaine.com
Because we know that pet owners hate to
leave behind their best buds during a vacation, the Greater Bridgton area offers plenty
of options for accommodating Fido and Felix
as well as you.
Just remember, while these places are happy to accept animals
into their facilities, they expect these guests to be house-trained,
well-behaved and friendly with others; also make sure to clean
up after your pets and keep them leashed in common areas.
Otherwise, rest assured you can enjoy mountain hikes with
the dog or afternoon naps with the cat whenever you visit the
Lakes Region.
Pet-Friendly Inns, B&Bs, Resorts and Motels—
Bear Mountain Inn: The Sugar Bear Cottage at this inn in
Waterford is dog-friendly and offers views of Bear Lake and
the surrounding mountains. Take your dog outdoors to explore
Fern Hill Bed and Breakfast: At this functioning farm in
Naples, they already have a number of goats, hens and cats, so
what’s a couple more animals into the mix? Just make sure you
give them prior notice before you arrive with your pets so that
they accommodate your specific needs. Plenty of room for exploring here and no extra charge for pets. www.fernhillfarm.com
Romah Motor Inn: Pets are permitted at the Romah, though
they’ll have to be approved when you make your reservation.
Rooms here are cozy and bright and there’s space in the backyard for your dog to stretch its legs. $20/night for pets. www.
romahmotorinn.com
Point Sebago Resort: Enjoy everything Sebago Lake has to offer
you and your pets on this beautiful 775-acre resort on Sebago’s
Casco shore. Any animal under 40 pounds is accepted. Some 50
pet-friendly campsites are available, as well as three park homes.
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homes. www.pointsebago.com
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Playgrounds for Kids
Woods Pond Playground—
South of Bridgton proper
and on the way to Denmark,
Brownfield or Sebago, this
playground combines outdoor
recreation with stunning
views and lakeside lounging.
There’s something here for
everyone. South High St. &
Fire Ln. 182, Bridgton, ME
04057
Highland Lake Playground
—Located at the southern
tip of Highland Lake, this
playground is accessible
from all points in the Lakes
Region and keeps you close to
Bridgton’s downtown activity
as well as the water. Good
for a short visit or an all day
excursion. Highland Rd. &
Kennard St., Bridgton, ME
04057
If you’re traveling through
the Greater Bridgton Lakes
Region with your family, it’s
important to keep everyone active, entertained and
involved in the places you
visit. This area offers plenty
of spots where the kids can
release their energy while you
recharge some of yours. And
who knows? Maybe you too
will be inspired to hop on the
merry-go-round or take a ride
on the slide. Either way, check
out these playgrounds today.
New Suncook School—If
you’re on the Oxford County
side of the Lakes Region,
pull over at this quaint little
elementary school and give
the kids some time on the
playground out back. Close to
Fryeburg, Sweden, and Stow,
and just outside Lovell’s main
village, this may be just the
spot to let your kids unwind.
95 Main St., Lovell, ME
04051 (not available during
school hours)
Bridgton Community
Center Playground—After a walk through Pondicherry Park or a stroll around
downtown Bridgton, stop
by the Community Center
Playground for some fun on
the jungle gym. With lots
of room to run around, the
Bridgton community garden
next door, and restrooms
available inside, this playground has everything you
need for a leisurely afternoon.
15 Depot St., Bridgton, ME
04009
Bridgton Playground—Located beside the Bridgton
Municipal Building, this playground sits within walking
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distance of shops and offices
on Main Street, yet offers a
quiet respite for you and your
younger set. Check out the
dinosaur. Iredale St., Bridgton, ME 04009
Crystal Lake Park—
Equipped with a wonderful
variety of recreational amenities, Crystal Lake Park will
keep your kids occupied for
hours while you enjoy some
time beside the water. Choose
from a playground, sports
facilities, and tons of green
space and there’s no shortage
of fun to be had. Norway Rd.,
Harrison, ME 04040
Lakeside Park Playground—
If you’re traveling down
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or thereabouts, you ought
to take a stop here to give
the kids a quick run around.
Just steps from the Causeway
where there’s plenty to do and
eat, this is a perfect intermediary destination to take the
family while you plan the rest
of your day. 15 Village Green
Ln., Naples, ME 04055
Sheri Gagnon Memorial
Park—Instead of competing
with the crowds at the more
popular Sebago Lake State
Park and Tassel Top Park,
head over to this secluded
spot where your kids can
enjoy any number of playground activities while you
relax at a picnic table in the
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Searching For Lost Treasure
Whether you are passionate about antiques or just
casually interested, the
Lakes Region is a gold
mine for finding treasures
and collectibles in its
many antique shops.
Two of those are operated
by and benefit Harvest Hills
Animal Shelter. The original
Harry Barker’s Emporium
Antique Group Shop is located on Main Street next to
Bridgton Books and Harry
Barker’s II is located in the
barn at the William Perry
House on Main Hill. Between
them, more than thirty vendors sell antique and vintage
furniture, fishing lures and
flies, jewelry, silver, kitchenware, paintings, books, cottage
items, tins, tools and many
handmade things. Of course,
the merchandise always
changes, so it is worth it to
keep stopping in to see what is
new in both of these shops.
Well-cared for oak and cherry
furniture, especially drop-leaf
tables, are quite popular, says
Lynne Fracassi, manager of the
stores. Besides collectors and
antique lovers seeking treasures, equally popular is the
trend of repurposing furniture
or other items into new uses
such as old frames into mirrors. The possibilities are only
limited by imagination. Birdhouses made from old barn
boards are a big seller. Right
now vintage items from the
mid-50s to the 80s come and
go quickly. Often people find
and fall in love with things
that they had as a child or that
they remember their parents
and grandparents owning.
Fracassi also sees a lot of collectors come through, looking
for “their thing.” For some
people, it is cookie or tobacco
tins with graphics from the
mid-century. Others look
for ice buckets, pots with red
handles and little tables. At
both shops, they also sell some
architectural pieces made with
iron and wood.
The Harry Barker’s shops
support the work of caring for
dogs and cats at Harvest Hills
Animal Shelter in Fryeburg.
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Like Harry Barkers on Facebook.
Other shops to check out:
Corn Shop Trading Company, 179 Main St., Bridgton
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fashioned country store, you’ll
find some local antiques such
as old bottles, kitchen implements and more to decorate
your home or cabin.
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offer antiques, collectibles,
vintage housewares, original
artwork and handcrafted items,
as well as contemporary and
vintage consigned furniture,
decorative pieces, and clothing.
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furniture, antique and vintageinspired home accessories such
as collectibles and glassware,
plus handcrafted items,
jewelry and Made-in-Maine
soaps, jams, jellies, dog collars
and more are featured here.
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Specializing in finding that
diamond in the rough and giving it new purpose. You’ll find
shabby chic, cottage décor,
antiques, French country, romantic, seasonal decorations,
glassware, linens, lighting,
mirrors, handmade crafts and
other accessories to complete
your home furnishing.
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The Cultural Scene
If you find yourself near the
western edge of the region,
whether in Brownfield,
Fryeburg, or even Stow, make
your way over to the Stone
Mountain Arts Center for
performances ranging in style
“from folk, Celtic, blues,
cajun, opera, comedy and
classical.” No shortage of great
acts have passed through this
venue, including Lucinda
Williams, Bela Fleck and
Livingston Taylor, and—by
virtue of its rural and idyllic
setting—you are bound to
enjoy an exceptional evening
with the performer of your
choice. FMI: stonemountainartscenter.com
Just east, in Denmark’s
picturesque main village,
you’ll find the Denmark Arts
Center, based in the impressive Odd Fellows Hall, which
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theatre, visual art, music,
workshops, artist residencies,
youth education and much
more. This venue operates
between Memorial Day and
Labor Day, with special offers
such as Adult Ed. and fitness
classes during the off season.
FMI: denmarkarts.org
In Bridgton, you’ll find a
number of enticing artistic
venues, from the Magic
Lantern Theater which, from
time to time, shows independent and locally-made films,
to Water’s Edge Gallery and
Studio, which specializes in
artisanal jewelry and silversmithing products, to Art in
the Park, an outdoor exhibition of local artists spread
across lovely Shorey Park and
presented in conjunction with
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number of local artists working in a variety of mediums,
all of whom are motivated to
engage with other artists and
the community, showcase
their work, take classes and
manage the gallery as part of
the cooperative agreement. In
essence, this place is entirely
artist-operated and -oriented,
meaning that artistry is prioritized and visitor experience
is highly valued. So if you’re
looking for Lakes Region
artwork at its most genuine,
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streams of the Metropolitan
Opera.
Beyond these major hubs of
cultural activity exist a number of other noteworthy venues. Visit Bray’s Brew Pub in
Naples for a glass of their very
own brew and an array of live
music; stop in at one of the
many historical societies for a
glimpse at distinctive folk art;
try the Leura Hill Eastman
Performing Arts Center
in Fryeburg for live video
Deertrees in Transition
Change and transition have
been defining characteristics of Harrison’s very own
Deertrees Theatre, all the
way from its grand beginnings to its current status as
“Maine’s Most Enchanting
Playhouse.” Since its creation
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Sebago Log Lake Music Festival (Mark Silber photo)
Any time of year you plan
to enjoy in and around these
lakeside towns, you are sure to
find your fair share of the following: theater performances,
live music, poetry readings,
folk art, visual art, film
screenings, historical artifacts,
as well as a plentitude of space
and natural beauty in which
to meditate on your cultural
experience and your own
creative visions.
Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center © Gary Langley
Fine art and cultural vibrancy
have both gravitated toward
and endured within the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region for
many decades, due in part to
the ubiquitous serenity of the
area, in part to the many great
minds that have heeded the
inspirational capacity inherent
to such a place, and finally the
inclination of the community
to embrace any number of
creative endeavors.
Dillon hired architect Harrison Wiseman to construct a
woodland theatre equivalent
to the opera houses of New
York, this cultural landmark
has changed hands a number
of times and served many
artistic endeavors. Even so,
it’s just this--administrative
diversity--that has continued
to supplement the innovative
character of this place as well
as reaffirm its essential place
in this community. Change, it
would appear, constitutes the
vitality of Deertrees.
From Dillon, to Emerson
College, to the Town of
Harrison, and finally to the
non-profit Deertrees Founda-
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tion, the theatre has fallen
to the stewardship of over a
dozen different individuals,
always rising above its past
accomplishments and, in
spite of any setbacks, striving
to create a new identity that
thrives in the present. And
Deertrees’ current Artistic and
Executive Director Andrew
Harris hopes to make just this
happen: “Over the next few
years,” he says, “I’m hoping
we are able to improve the
grounds so the historic property is a draw for people and
the cafe will be better stocked
so that it may draw people in
its own right to have lunch
and enjoy picnics.” Harris
also adds that “the gallery
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will have changing exhibits
throughout the summer” and
“there is opportunity for the
public to hire the grounds
and building for reunions and
weddings.” In other words,
Harris intends to expand the
Deertrees experience from
simply a performance venue
to a full-fledged cultural
rendezvous, one where people
can congregate to enjoy excellent art in conjunction with
the outdoors, local cuisine,
and historical craftsmanship.
That said, Harris also wants
his visitors to fall in love with
the flavor of what this place
always was: “a beautiful theater with perfect acoustics.”
As changes make themselves
apparent, so too will the
many fine performances that
take the stage during the
2015 season. This will include
groups such as the Deertrees
New Repertory Company,
the Segabo-Long Lake Music Festival, and the New
Bridgton Chorus Society, as
well as three different plays
with performances peppered
throughout the season. All
family suitable but nonetheless provocative, the upcoming season is one to look
forward to and seek out, for
visitors and locals alike.
Birding in the Lakes Region
“That night it was still,
and in the moonlight the
loons began as I had heard
them before, first the wild,
excited calling of a group
of birds, dashing across the
water, then the answers
from other groups until
the entire expanse of lake
was full of their music. We
sat around until long after
dark and listened.”
—Sigurd F. Olson
Seeing loons (Gavia immer) on the water or hearing
their haunting calls instills a
memory you’ll hold for a lifetime. Watching the majestic
birds swim and fish thrills
visitors and residents alike.
Loons return to the Greater
Bridgton Lakes Region about
the time the ice goes out in
the spring. Common loon
pairs nest and raise their
young chicks on many of our
clean, clear lakes so the chance
of seeing one is excellent.
A few tips for seeing and
protecting loons:
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loons from a distance. If you
hear the tremolo call, which
sounds like crazy laughter,
you are probably too close
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Zone to assure that boat waves
do not destroy loon nests
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line--loons can get tangled in
this and die
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as is required by law
While loons may be the
iconic bird of the region,
there are many other species
to watch for and it changes
every season, says Jean Preis,
an avid birder who has written a column on birdwatching
for The Bridgton News for
almost two decades. “Maine
is one of the hottest states to
bird in, especially along the
coast. But this area is a hidden
gem,” says Preis.
One of her favorite destinations for birdwatching is
the Major Gregory Sanborn
Wildlife Management Area,
previously known as Brownfield Bog. “The Brownfield
Bog in May provides worldclass birding as the warblers,
in fresh colorful plumage,
pass through,” she says.
“They’re migrating through
and some come here to breed.
The males, especially those
that are breeding here, sing.”
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preserve is listed in the Maine
Birding Trail brochure: “It is
the most reliable location to
find Yellow-throated vireos
and Blue-gray Gnatcatchers.
Yellow-billed and Black-billed
Cuckoos are also present.
The entrance is located on
Lord’s Hill Road in Brownfield.
The Maine Birding Trail also
lists the Heald and Bradley
Ponds Reserve and Sucker
Brook Outlet Reserve, both
properties of the Greater Lovell
Land Trust. From April to July,
birders are apt to spot common
warblers, woodpeckers and
flycatchers. FMI: www.gllt.org
In the fall, Preis often views
hawks from the ledges on
Pleasant Mountain. “The
hawks follow the ridges on
the updrafts and thermals.”
Other sites to see the fall
hawk migration include
Hacker’s Hill in Casco and
the summit of Bald Pate
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Mountain in South Bridgton, both properties of Loon
Echo Land Trust. FMI: www.
loonecholandtrust.org
Come winter, the fields of
North Fryeburg are superb
birding spots, especially after
a heavy rain, Preis says. She’s
seen snow buntings and
sometimes owls along the
windbreaks at the back of
farms. The open water by the
Naples causeway is another
prime birding spot. And the
person with the eagle eye
just might see a bald eagle
roosting on the top of a tall
pine. They’ve frequently been
spotted on the Moose Pond
causeway in Bridgton.
The Place to Shop for All Seasons!
A wonderful mix of fashionable women’s clothing, jewelry and accessories, both
for every day and special occasions. Also tasteful homewares and decor, including
lovely “Made in Maine” items, fine wines, bargain books and so much more!
CRAFTWORKS
From lakes and rivers to farms
and mountains, there is abundant habitat for the many
species of birds in the Lakes
Region. Binoculars and a field
guide definitely will help you
locate and identify species.
Bridgton Books carries a good
selection of field guides. FMI:
www.mainebirdingtrail.com
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Seasons in the Lakes Region
In the Greater Bridgton area,
there are many places to stay
and things to do in every season. During spring, summer,
fall and winter, a weekend in
the Lakes Region will be funfilled whether the sun shines
or the snow flies.
Spring
When the flowers bloom, consider staying at the Waterford Inne, a secluded
abode where “an air of quiet, simple
elegance pervades the rooms.” This inn
offers a revolving menu of “country chic
cuisine,” its suites provide guests with
countryside views, and the surrounding
town is rich with history.
Harbor Road rambles through stunning
stretches of idyllic farm land and hugs the
ox-bows and bends of the Saco River’s
Old Course. Follow Route 5 and soon
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Sweden/Waterford Road. Stop at Pietree
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glistening shores of Keoka Lake, and back
to your accommodations.
For a more town-centric spring getaway,
check out Lamb’s Mill Inn, “nestled on
20 acres of fields and woods” off Route
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century farmhouse and its grounds offer
a half dozen cozy suites, a back porch,
which serves as a great spot for springtime birding, a sprawling flower and
vegetable garden that is sure to be taking
root during your stay, and access to the
innkeeper’s studio where you can peruse
locally-inspired art. Down the road from
Lamb’s Mill, you’ll find Secret Acres Stables, a twenty-horse equine facility where
trail riding and lessons are available.
Or take a short walk into town and
choose from one of several ice cream
stands. Drop a line in the Muddy River
and try your hand at some wild brook
trout. And for those who want to get wet
and perhaps muddy in true springtime
fashion, ask about the Lakes Environmental Association’s Big Night Celebration. On a rainy spring night, join an
ever-growing group of “crossing guards”
as they usher frogs, toads and salamanders from one side to the other and have
an altogether good time.
Summer
Venture west toward Stow and behold
the magnificence of the White Mountains as their many slopes burst to life in
celebration of springtime. Heading south,
Mountain for a number of moderate to
advanced hiking trails, mountain biking
opportunities and stunning views. Likewise, Moose Pond is just down the road
and features a convenient boat ramp to
launch your kayak, canoe or motorboat;
upon these vast waters, behold a panoramic view of the mountain or explore
its farthest reaches, totaling 11 miles
from end to end.
Summertime in Bridgton and the surrounding towns is nothing short of
quintessential. Book a room at The
Pleasant Mountain Inn or The Landmark Inn, both located on North High
Street in Bridgton. Drive to Pleasant
Drive in the opposite direction and you’ll
arrive in downtown Bridgton, a village
that offers anything you could hope to
find: a public beach at Highland Lake; a
variety of antique shops including Harry
Barker Emporium and J Decor; a number of fine restaurants, eateries and bars,
the Saturday morning Farmers’ Market,
beautiful Pondicherry Park and plenty
more. Play golf at Bridgton Highlands
Country Club and then take in a movie
at the Magic Lantern Movie Theater.
Other exciting events include the
Maine Blues Festival every Father’s Day
weekend, the Depot Street Village Folk
Festival in Bridgton, and the various July
4th celebrations throughout the region.
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Seasons in the Lakes Region
For a more rustic stay, pitch your tent at
any one of several campgrounds in the
Lakes Region, including Lakeside Pines
Campground in Bridgton and Colonial
Mast Campground in Naples. While you’re
deep in this rustic setting, treat yourself to
the unparalleled splendor of Kezar Falls, a
hidden gorge complete with waterfall and
swimming pool tucked into the backwoods
of Lovell; though it’s a steep descent to the
water’s edge, the enchanting nature of this
place will leave you reeling in summertime
reverie.
England hospitality have established
The Oxford House Inn as a dining and
lodging destination. Characteristic of the
season is the celebrated Fryeburg Fair,
which occurs each year in early October.
This agricultural fair offers just about everything: pig scrambles; ox & horse pulling contests; skillet throws, flower shows;
harness racing; Woodsmen’s Day; musical
performances; an extensive midway; livestock shows; and much more.
Those who prefer to be more central
within the region, book a room at The
Landmark Inn or The Noble House Inn,
both walking distance from downtown
where you can watch football games on
the big screen at The Magic Lantern Theatre & Pub, pick up some hot apple cider
or homemade cocoa from Beth’s Kitchen,
or browse the superb selection of literature and novelties at Bridgton Books.
For many, hunting is a way to get outdoors. Once you’ve obtained the necessary license for hunting game in Maine,
visit either Rocky Ridge Guide Service in
Lovell or Northeast Pheasant Masters in
Bridgton for commercial shooting areas,
equipment, and perhaps the inside scoop
on where the best Greater Bridgton hunting takes place.
Fall
If you plan to visit during the gorgeous
months of autumn, The Oxford House
Inn & Restaurant offers visitors to Maine’s
Western Lakes Region and the Mt. Washington Valley four beautifully appointed
guest rooms, a fifty-seat gourmet restaurant, and Jonathan’s, a granite-walled pub.
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Calvin Stevens, the stately Mission style
architecture, stunning sunset mountain
views, exceptional food and warm New
Top off your autumn visit in true New
England style: attend the annual Maine
Lakes BrewFest, featuring upwards of
thirty local brewers and their signature
brews, food vendors, and live music, all
gathered on the beach at Point Sebago.
Winter
In the Lakes Region, we embrace the cold
weather and the fun that it brings. Stay at
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Naples. This spot, which offers multi-day
packages for snowmobilers, skiers and ice
fisherman, puts you within easy reach of
many winter activities. A series of groomed
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possible at nearby Long Lake and Trickey
Pond with derbies occurring throughout
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the winter; and ice skating is available at
the Naples Community Ice Arena.
Residential, Vacation & Seasonal
Swing over to Five Fields Farm in South
Bridgton for the best snowshoeing and
x-country skiing around. You can rent
equipment in all sizes and trek into the
surrounding woodlands on a trail system
that totals nearly 17 miles, though
whether you stick to the groomed trails
is up to you--some of the more intrepid
visitors are known to make a “twenty
minute back-country trek” for a lovely
view of the nearby lakes and the White
Mountains.
Insured
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207.647.5096 E-Mail: [email protected]
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Or stay slope-side in one of the many
lodging options at Shawnee Peak Ski
Resort. The resort features 42 trails of
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drop, breathtaking vistas to the north
and east, a freestyle terrain park, and the
most night skiing in the Northeast.
Enjoy Bridgton’s Festival of Lights in
early December. Harrison hosts its own
Christmas in Harrison. Visit in February for The Greater Bridgton Lakes
Region Winter Carnival. This weekendlong celebration includes a a variety of
activities and a Polar Dip in Highland
Lake--nothing better to shake off those
mid-winter blues!
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For the most current information go
to: www.mainelakeschamber.com
and click on the “Calendar” icon
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Also check The Bridgton News, published weekly on Thursdays
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January 2015
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LEA Constellation Walk, Register
with LEA, www.mainelakes.org
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Greater Lovell Land Trust Winter
Hike FMI: www.gllt.org
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Musher Bowl Weekend, Five
Fields Farm, S. Bridgton
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LELT Snowshoe Hike to Bald
Pate Mountain Preserve, Five
Fields Farm, S. Bridgton FMI:
www.lelt.org or 647-4352
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Winter Carnival, Brownfield
Community Center
February 2015
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Winter Carnival. Various Events
& Locations, Bridgton
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Ice Fishing Contest – Highland
Lake
Pancake Breakfast - First
Congregational Church
Nature Hike at Pondicherry
Park sponsored by LEA
Horse Drawn Wagon Rides –
Highland Lake
Snowmobile rides – Highland
Lake
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Chili and Chowder – Masonic
Hall Rt. 117, Harrison Road,
Bridgton
Freezin’ for a Reason-Harvest
Hills Animal Shelter, Highland
Lake, Bridgton
Bridgton Lions Club Bean
Supper, St. Joseph’s Church,
Bridgton
Winter Carnival Dance – 26
North High St., Bridgton (Town
Hall)
LEA program on Predators,
Register with LEA www.
mainelakes.org
Chamber After Hours –Sponsored by Maine Blues Festival at
Bray’s Brew Pub, Naples
28 4-Square World Championship at
Bridgton Academy. Contact LEA
FMI (647-8580)
March 2015
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Fryeburg
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Sunrise Hike at Bald Pate Mountain Preserve FMI: www.lelt.org
Magic Show by Abracadaba
Productions at Bridgton Community Center
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Maine Maple Sunday
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Sled Dog Rides – Highland
Lake (reservations required)
Chamber After Hours – Merced’s
on Brandy Pond, Naples
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Big Night Training. Register with
LEA www.mainelakes.org
Round Robin Table Tennis Tournament, Town Hall, Bridgton
TBD Big Night Register with LEA
www.mainelakes.org
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Summer Solstice Family Picnic
at Hacker’s Hill, Casco FMI:
www.lelt.org
12-13 Quilt Show, Stevens Brook
Elementary School, Bridgton
Chamber After Hours, Norway
Savings Bank, Bridgton
17-19 Waterford World’s Fair,
Waterford
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Spring Family Scavenger HuntLEA, Pondicherry Park, Bridgton
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Meet the Breeds, Bridgton
Veterinary Clinic, Bridgton
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Earth Day Cleanup & Celebration, Bridgton Community
Center
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Spaghetti Feast, Stevens Brook
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Chamber After Hours
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Spring in the Park. Register with
LEA, www.mainelakes.org
Community Band Concert, Stevens Brook Elementary School
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Fireworks, Stevens Brook
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Four on the Fourth Road Race,
Bridgton
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Naples Lions Club “Spring Fling”
Auction and Dinner at Naples
American Legion Hall, Naples
Annual Bridgton Lions Fourth of
July Parade, Bridgton
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Spring Auction & DinnerGBLRCC, Bridgton Academy,
Bridgton
Annual Bridgton Lions Golf Ball
Drop Raffle, Commons Driving
Range, Bridgton
Art in Bloom, Gallery 302,
Bridgton
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Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary’s
Annual Duck Race, Bridgton
Mountainview Woodies Classic
and Antique Boat Show, Naples
Causeway
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9th Annual Tour de Lovell, Lovell
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4th of July Parade, Naples
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4th of July Fireworks, Naples,
Point Sebago, Casco
Clothesline Art Sale, Gallery 302
Bridgton
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Crafter’s Showcase & Sale at
Augustus Bove House in Naples,
Sponsored by Naples Lions Club
Friends of the Library Book
Sale, Bridgton Library, Bridgton
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Bridgton Library Book Sale
9-11 Brownfield Days, Brownfield
May 2015
Owl Program sponsored by
Greater Lovell Land Trust FMI:
contact GLLT
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(647-8580)
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May Bird Walks. Every Friday in
May except 5/15. Register with
LEA, www.mainelakes.org
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15-17 Maine Home & Garden Show,
Fryeburg, Maine
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Blooms and Birds Walk. Register
with LEA, www.mainelakes.org
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Annual Plant & Bake Sale, St.
Peter’s Church, Bridgton
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Wildflower Walk at Pleasant
Mountain in Denmark FMI:
www.lelt.org
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Memorial Day Parades and
Services, Sebago, Harrison,
Bridgton, Naples
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Chamber After Hours
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July 2015
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10-14 Harrison Old Home Days
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Naples Lions Club “Country
Cruise” aboard the Songo River
Queen
17-18 Sebago Days, Sebago
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Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary’s
6th Annual Golf Tournament,
Lake Kezar CC, Lovell
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Bridgton Lions/Knights of
Columbus Annual Golf Tournament, Bridgton Highlands CC
Naples Lions Club “Golden
Oldies” Cruise aboard the Songo
River Queen
August 2015
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Back to the Past, Scribner’s Mill,
Harrison
Annual Blueberry Pancake
Breakfast, St. Peter’s Church,
Bridgton
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Pie Sale, First Congregational
Church, Bridgton
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Maine Great Adventure Challenge, Moose Pond & Shawnee
Peak, Bridgton
22-23 Village Folk Festival 2014, Depot
Street, Bridgton
14-15 Maine Blues Festival, Various
Locations in Naples
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Chamber After Hours – Chalmers Insurance Group, Bridgton
23-25 Casco Days, Casco
June 2015
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Community Vet Event, Bridgton
Veterinary Hospital
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Chamber After Hours
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Naples Lions Club “Classic Rock”
Cruise aboard the Songo River
Queen
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Veterans and Families, sponsored by Naples Lions Club
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Maine Apple Sunday
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Bike Maine Campover, Bridgton
Community Center
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Chamber After Hours – Bridgton
Public Library
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Loon Echo Trek, Bridgton FMI:
www.loonechotrek.org
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Loon Echo Trek, Shawnee Peak
Ski Area, Bridgton
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GBLRCC’s Maine Lakes Brew
Fest, Point Sebago, Casco
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Artisans Craft Fair, Point Sebago,
Casco
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Craft Fair and Luncheon, First
Congregational Church, Bridgton
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Chamber After Hours
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9th Annual Gasping Gobbler 5K,
Lovell Athletic Field, Lovell
December 2015
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Naples Lions Club Native Apples
and Pie Sale on the Causeway,
Naples
4-11 Fryeburg Fair, Fryeburg Fairgrounds
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Mountainview Woodies Fall
Foliage Cruise, Naples
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Great Western Maine Chili
Cookoff, Waterford
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Waterford Fall Foliage 5 k Road
Race & Children’s Fun Run,
Waterford
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12th Annual Festival of Lights
Parade, Main St. Bridgton
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Tree Lighting, Bridgton Community Center
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Christmas in Harrison
Senior Fitness-Jumpin’ Janes, Bridgton
Town Hall, 9-10 AM
Zumba, Bridgton Town Hall, Gold 4:45,
Zumba 5:30-6:30 PM
Tuesdays
Aerobics for All Ages, Bridgton Town
Hall, 8-9 AM
Holly Berry Fair, LRHS, Naples
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Early Bird Sale and Shopping,
Lake Region Businesses
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Veteran’s Day Services, Bridgton,
Sebago, Naples
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Songo River Queen Cruise for
Tai Chi for Beginners, Bridgton Town
Hall, 9:30-11 AM
Bridge, Bridgton Community Center
Basketball, Bridgton Town Hall, 3-5 PM
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Aerobics for All Ages, Bridgton Town
Hall, 8-9 AM
Table Tennis, Bridgton Town Hall, MidJune-September, 5-8 PM
Cribbage, Bridgton Community Center
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Pinochle, Bridgton Community Center
Advanced Tai Chi, Bridgton Town Hall,
3:30-5 PM
Mondays
November 2015
Thursdays
Community Kettle Dinner, Bridgton
Community Center
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Chamber After Hours
Town Hall, 9-10 AM
Farmers’ Market, Casco, starts in late
June
Naples Lions Club Native Apples
and Pie Sale on the Causeway,
Naples
October 2015
Farmers’ Market, Lovell, starts in May,
9 AM-1 PM
Farmers’ Market, Naples, starts in May
28-30 Fryeburg Fair, Fryeburg Fairgrounds
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Wednesdays
Fridays
Farmers’ Market, Fryeburg, starts in
mid-May, 9 AM-1 PM
Tai Chi for Beginners, Bridgton Town
Hall, 10-11:30 AM
Farmers’ Market, Harrison, starts midMay, 1:30-5:30 PM
Town Hall, 9-10 AM
Saturdays
Farmers’ Market, Bridgton, May
through October, 8 AM-1 PM
Table Tennis, Bridgton Town Hall,
October-Mid-June, 1-4 PM
Adult Indoor Soccer, Bridgton Town
Hall, 5-7 PM
Sundays
Table Tennis, Bridgton Town Hall,
October-Mid-June, 1-4 PM
Adult Basketball, Bridgton Town Hall,
6-9 PM
lodging
BROOKLINE COTTAGES
On the shores of Beautiful Highland Lake
Family Owned and Operated since 1939
For reservations call 207-647-2515
Please see our listing for a detailed description
www.gallinarisbrooklinecottages.com
Motels/Resorts
Highland Lake Resort - Enjoy the atmosphere of a lakeside country inn with
the modern conveniences and activities
of a resort and conference center. Less
than a mile from downtown Bridgton,
the resort boasts 400’ of frontage on
peaceful Highland Lake. We offer a
sandy swimming beach, free boats,
canoes and kayak, a tennis court, indoor
game room and health spa with fitness
center, hot tub, sauna and massage
therapist. All rooms have lake views,
private baths, cable TVs, phones, internet access and Wi-Fi, radios, coffeemakers and A/C. Kitchenettes available plus
deluxe suite with fireplace and Jacuzzi.
On the snowmobile trail and minutes
to ski slopes and an 18-hole public
golf course. 115 North High St. (Route
302) Bridgton, Maine 04009. Contact:
207-647-5301, 800-797-5301 or www.
HighlandLakeResort.com.
Point Sebago Resort - On Sebago
Lake. 775-acre family destination
resort with nearly one mile of sandy
beach. Summer vacations with free
children’s programs and family activities including nightly entertainment.
Sports Center with tennis, volleyball,
shuffleboard, basketball, horseshoes
and more. Lakeview Restaurant, miniature golf. Variety of lodging options
including RV Sites, Park Homes and
Vacation Home rentals. Marina with
boat slips and boat rentals. Nationallyrecognized 18-hole championship golf
course. Golf getaway packages. Vacation Home ownership options. Point
Sebago has provided quality family
vacations for over 40 years. See specials
at our Web site. Contact: 888-266-9842
or www.pointsebago.com.
Inns and B&Bs
Bear Mountain Inn - Spectacular 25
Acre Lakefront Resort, Rated #1 by Trip
Advisor. The Inn has eleven rooms,
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including three luxury suites with inroom double Jacuzzi tub & fireplace,
a pet friendly Sugar Bear Cottage, two
family suites and a 4BR/2BA Post &
Beam Home. We specialize in Weddings, Elopements, Family Reunions &
Conferences. Enjoy activities including
hiking, canoeing, kayaking, swimming,
fishing or soaking in our luxurious outdoor Hot tub. Winter activities on the
property include snowmobiling, sledding, snowshoeing, cross country skiing
& downhill skiing nearby. We pride
ourselves on our warmth, hospitality
and service. Contact: 207-583-4404 or
[email protected]
Noble House Inn - #1 on Trip Advisor,
Best of 2011 by Travelin’ Maine, and
Yankee Magazine Editors’ Choice. Bridgton’s Premier Bed & Breakfast located
above scenic Highland Lake. Down quiet
Highland Road off Bridgton’s hip Main
Street, guests take in fresh breezes off
Highland Lake, rock away afternoons on
wicker-clad porches, experience starry
nights and roaring fireplaces. The Inn
is a spectacular setting for your relaxing getaway or intimate celebration,
offering luxurious guest rooms and
suites with Jacuzzis. Hosting fabulous
weddings & elopements and offering
affordable Ski & Stay Packages. None
can resist our Wicked-Good Breakfasts
or homemade cookies, but ultimately
it’s the hospitality that brings folks
back time and time again! Contact:
888-237-4880, 207-647-3733 or www.
NobleHouseInn.com.
The Oxford House Inn - Full service
Inn with elegant restaurant & lively
pub, open to the public, serves creative
cuisine prepared with local ingredients
in season. Spectacular White Mountain
views yet convenient in-town location.
Four stylishly appointed queen or king
rooms with private baths, TV/DVD,
A/C & Wi-Fi. Full breakfast included.
Dedicated on-site Culinary Institute of
America graduate chef/owners make
The Oxford House Inn your home away
from home…with a gourmet chef!
Close to hiking, skiing, canoeing, taxfree outlet shopping, Stone Mountain
Art Center, Storyland and Mt. Washington. Located in peaceful Fryeburg
village. Rates from $119-$179. 548
Main Street (Route 302), Fryeburg,
ME 04037. Contact: 800-261-7206 or
www.OxfordHouseInn.com.
Cottages/Homes
Brookline Cottages - Nestled in a pine
grove with beautiful views of Highland
Lake and the White Mountains. Located
just one-half mile from shopping center, restaurants, churches, antique
shops and an excellent golf course.
Cottages range from 2-3 bedrooms
and each has a screened-in porch, living
room with fireplace, picnic table & grill,
complete kitchen and aluminum row
boat. We offer a children’s playground
including gym set & slide, horseshoes,
badminton, shuffleboard, table tennis and a beautiful sandy beach with
gradual slope to make swimming safe
for young and old. Call Deb Dutton for
reservations. Contact: 207-647-2515 or
www.gallinarisbrooklinecottages.com.
Country Road Cottages - Located on
Brandy Pond in Naples. The Heart of the
Lakes Region. Three 2-bedroom housekeeping cottages furnished, equipped,
heated, plus Wi-Fi. Each cottage unique
with outside picnic table. Beautiful
unobstructed view of lake, spacious
grounds, sunny, sandy beach. Private
boat dock, swim float, 2-seat kayak,
canoe & row boat for your enjoyment
shared by cottages. Nearby golf course,
one mile to Causeway water activities,
restaurants, shops, & scenic mountain
views. Sorry No Pets. Open spring-fall,
fishing or peaceful getaway. Summer
weekly: Saturday to Saturday. Contact:
207-693-3338 or Cell 207-653-6336.
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Hillside Cabins on Long Lake Located on the eastern shore of Long
Lake in Harrison. Five Housekeeping
Cottages within walking distance to
Village. 1,2 & 3 bedrooms with Wi-Fi,
electric heat, town water, kitchen,
bath, outside deck w/table and chairs.
135’ of stonewalled water frontage
with two docks, a sandy swim area and
swim dock. Outside fireplace, grills and
picnic tables. Weekly rentals start on
Sunday, nightly rentals also available.
Rates start at $550/wk. Open Memorial
Day through Columbus Day. Sorry No
Pets, No Credit Cards. Linda Klein, PO
Box 933, Harrison, ME 04040. Contact:
207-583-4545, [email protected]
or www.hillsidecabins.us.
Krainin Rentals - The largest rental
service in the Sebago Region offers
both Vacation and Residential Rentals
from Windham to Waterford! Choose
from casual camps to full-scale homes
and compounds, at a variety of prices.
For owners considering renting, we are
happy to provide a no cost, no obligation estimate of your property’s rental
potential at any time. Call 207.655.5189
(800.332.1806) or e-mail rentals@
krainin.com. Over-winter and longterm residential rentals are served
from our Naples office. Prospective
landlords and tenants should contact
Residential Rental Agent Susan Russian
at 207.693.7808. Please visit www.
krainin.com to see all our rental listings!
Meade Housekeeping Cottages, LLC
- Located on Highland Road, Bridgton.
5/8 mile off highway, separate wooded
lots with private boat docks, quiet area.
1 & 2 bedrooms for small families,
furnished except linens and towels. Nice
views and sunsets. Hear the loons. Golf
course one mile away. Sorry, no smoking and no pets in cottages. Season:
June 20 thru Columbus Day weekend.
Lower rates before June 20 and after
Labor Day. Write: 57 Meade Lane, Bridgton, ME 04009. Contact: 207-647-2262,
207-647-2873 or [email protected].
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home services
Northeast Gems
One of the largest selections of locally
mined gemstones in the area with
a large choice of styles and custom
pieces as well as loose gemstones.
Open Tues. - Fri. 9am - 5pm,
Saturday 9am - 3pm
or by appointment
299 Main Street, Fryeburg
207-935-1162
Sebago Lake Lodge and Cottages
- Spectacular lakeside setting. Eleven
efficiencies in main lodge and guest
house with kitchenettes, screened
porches, most with private baths and
lake views. Continental breakfast
available in summer season. One and
two bedroom cottages with living
room, equipped kitchens, bathrooms,
screened porches and pet friendly.
Swimming, fishing, canoes, kayaks,
Wi-Fi, cable, outdoor fireplace, picnic
tables and charcoal grills. Shopping,
restaurants, entertainment, golf and
laundry nearby. On-site dockage if
you choose to bring your own boat.
Call for more information or to make
a reservation. SEBAGO LAKE LODGE &
COTTAGES. Contact: 207-892-2698 or
www.sebagolakelodge.com.
Westwood Cottages - Ten waterfront
cottages on Woods Pond. Secluded,
private dead-end road, 3 beaches, large
lawn plus lovely pine grove surrounded
by 60 acres of pristine land. Wellappointed 2 & 3 bedrooms, electric
kitchens, bath w/showers, automatic
heat, screened porch or open deck.
Your own aluminum rowboat, dock and
picnic table. Ten minutes to golf, tennis,
hospital, churches. 45 minutes to N.
Conway, one hour to L.L. Bean. Friendly,
quiet, family oriented—no pets. State
licensed. Open June to mid-October.
Cottages located at 30 Westwood Cottage Drive, Bridgton. Contact: Jamie
Potter, 23 Quaker Camp Road, Sebago,
ME 04029 207-787-2331 or www.
westwoodcottages.net.
Campgrounds
Colonial Mast Campground with Indoor Pool and Mast Cove Seaplane
Base - OPEN YEAR ROUND. Come share
our beautiful location on Long Lake,
Naples- camp along our waterfront and
amongst the stately pines. Make unforgettable family memories spending a
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day on the lake, enjoying our beach
or telling stories around the campfire.
Colonial Mast offers all you are looking
for in a family campground—well
maintained facilities, boat launch/
slips/rentals, playground, camp store,
recreation hall, activities, heated indoor
pool/hot tub (OPEN TO THE PUBLIC), full
hook-up sites. In the autumn, view the
spectacular foliage, visit a country fair
or a local orchard. During the winter,
snowmobile right from your site or
ski at nearby resorts. Offering Scenic
Seaplane Rides! P.O. Box 95, 1 Colonial
Mast Road, Naples, ME 207-693-6652,
www.ColonialMast.com.
Home Services
A Plus Plumbing and Heating
and Bridgton Bottled Gas - Offers
a local retail facility for do-it-yourself
homeowners as well as nine licensed
plumbing, heating and propane professionals for in-home service, repair
and installation. We carry a variety of
brand name fixtures and appliances
and offer full-service winterizing and
camp openings as well as propane
supply with the best service department around. We’ve been in Bridgton
for more than 30 years—we are the
local professionals! Our office is open
Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m.
and Saturdays through the summer
months 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 209 Portland
Road, Bridgton. Contact: 207-647-2029
or [email protected].
Douglass Construction - We specialize in renovations and expansions on
lakeside homes and cottages. For over
40 years this father/son team along with
an experienced and skilled crew have
built hundreds of custom homes and remodeling projects in the Lakes Region.
We’ve earned our reputation locally for
excellent workmanship and providing
outstanding customer service. A few
years ago we constructed a medieval
castle overlooking Long Lake, complete
with five different radiuses. Between
our expertise and experience, any project is possible! We’ll work with you to
build your dream home, whether it be a
lakeside cottage or an up-scaled custom
home. If you dream it, we can build it!
Fully insured. Contact 207.647-3732
or www.douglassconstruction-me.com
Hancock Lumber - When it comes
to the building industry, homeowners
and contractors from Maine continually put their trust in Hancock Lumber
Company. Since 1848, Hancock Lumber
has earned a reputation for providing
customers with the highest quality
building materials, good prices and
honest advice. Hancock employees
understand the products they sell and
are ready to help with all of your project
needs. From windows and doors to
kitchens and flooring, Hancock Lumber
can supply the right products for your
needs. Visit our newest location on
Route 302 in Bridgton, or on-line at
www.hancocklumber.com.
Lake Region Nursery - “The best
kept Secret in Bridgton.” That’s right!
Drive down our driveway and you’ll
come upon “The best kept Secret in
Bridgton.” You will gaze upon rows
of bins containing a large variety of
shrubs, perennials and annuals. Enjoy
the friendly atmosphere of our natural
setting in the pines, while selecting
your favorite plants to landscape your
Hayes True Value Hardware & Just
Ask Rental - We carry complete lines
of hardware and power tools, Benjamin
Moore and True Test Paint, plumbing,
electrical, automotive, housewares,
lawn and garden, lawn mowers, sporting goods and seasonal items. We also
repair windows and screens, cut glass,
fix kerosene heaters and cut keys. Our
Just Ask Rental has a complete line of
rental inventory including party goods,
landscaping equipment (skidsteer,
excavator, and backhoe), construction,
plumbing & automotive tools, floor
cleaners and more to help with any
improvement project. We’ve expanded
to better serve all your hardware, paint
and power equipment needs. Come in
and check out the new space! Open
daily 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday 8 - 3. Rte.
302, Bridgton. Like us on Facebook.
Contact: 207-647-3342.
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home and gardens. We are open from
May 1st through Labor Day. Open Monday thru Saturday 9 am to 5 pm, Sunday
10 am to 3 pm. 718 No. High St. (Rte.
302) across from Sam Ingalls Road. Like
us on Facebook at Lake Region Nursery.
Contact: 207-952-0370 or [email protected].
the outdoors
Main Eco Homes - We design, construct and provide admirable custom
homes that support healthier living, are
more energy efficient, environmentally
friendly, and less expensive to operate
and maintain. Main Eco Homes sets an
example on ways to conserve energy
and to make less of an impact on the
environment. Whether you are building
new, remodeling or adding on, we have
the services available to help you in
every aspect of your project. Located in
the heart of the lakes region, we are very
experienced in waterfront and mountain
view construction. 2013 recipient of the
Chamber’s Small Business of the Year. Call
us today for more information on how we
can help get your project started. 171
Portland Road, Bridgton. Contact: 207647-3883, [email protected] or
www.mainecohomes.com.
WAM Alarm Systems - Residential
and commercial electronic security. The
lakes region’s #1 security company. Over
35 years experience. Protect yourself
and your property from vandalism.
theft, burglary and fire. Low temperature supervision. Remote heat control
via phone. 24 hr. emergency service
monitoring. Security systems tested
and inspected. National and Maine
Burglar and Fire Assoc. member. “In The
Area” licensed professionals. Contact:
207-647-2323 in Bridgton or 207-5836235 in Harrison.
Environmental
Organizations
Greater Lovell Land Trust - Dedicated
to the protection of the ecosystems of
Kezar Lake and adjacent watersheds by
promoting an appreciation of natural
resources and responsible preservation,
conservation, stewardship, development and public policy. We offer over
21 miles of hiking trails for rich and
diverse outdoor experiences for all ages.
Our Environmental Educational program includes guided walks for nature
interpretation, special programs and a
lecture series. Visit our Web site for a
full schedule of events, trail maps and
recreational offerings or stop by the office at 208 Main Street, Lovell. Contact:
207-925-1056 or www.gllt.org.
The Lakes Environmental Association - Dedicated to preserving the
natural resources of the Lakes Region.
Visit our lakes center at 230 Main St. in
Bridgton for information on our Holt
Pond Nature Area wetland boardwalk,
workshops, field trips, water testing,
educational programs and lecture
series. For a schedule of events visit
our Web site at or give us a call. Like us
on Facebook. Contact: 207-647-8580 or
www.www.mainelakes.org.
Lakeside Garden Club - For more than
twenty years the Lakeside Garden Club
has met to promote gardening education. Members support efforts to keep
civic spaces beautified with summer
gardens and sponsor local environmental education. Annual projects include
the “Art In Bloom” flower show and
Lobster Roll Sale. Meetings are at the
Bridgton Community Center. Annual
dues are $15. Gardeners of any skill
level are invited to become members.
Curious environmentalists are also
welcome as guests to year-round,
monthly meetings. Stop by and see
our award-winning Butterfly Garden
when you visit the Greater Bridgton
Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce
Information Center.
Loon Echo Land Trust - Protecting land
in the northern Sebago Lake Region. Our
mission is to conserve the region’s natural
resources and character for current and
future generations. Loon Echo protects
3,785 acres of land, with six preserves
open to the public. The preserves include
the following: Bald Pate Mountain, South
Bridgton; Pleasant Mountain Preserve,
Bridgton and Denmark; Mayberry Hill
Preserve, Casco; Pondicherry Park, Bridgton; Sylvan Woods, Harrison; and Sebago
Headwaters Preserve, Bridgton. Monthly
outings are offered free of charge. Visit
us in our new location at 8 Depot St., Ste
4, Bridgton. Contact: 207.647.4352 or
www.loonecholandtrust.org.
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Festivals and Fairs of the Region
Recreation
Village Folk Festival
Come one, come all! Join us
in a celebration of rural life at
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takes place Friday and Saturday, August 21-22, 2015 on
Depot Street, in the heart of
downtown Bridgton. Experience the area’s unique charm
through its rich cultural heritage and history, its people,
and their many talents and
skills in this two-day celebration of people and place. The
Festival will highlight music
and art, food and handcrafts,
as well as showcasing local
businesses and non-profits.
Friday’s farm-to-table feast, a
rich offering of fantastic local
music, Festival Marketplace
with a large variety of artisans,
Fryeburg Fair
Blue Ribbon Classic
This fair, which in 2015 is
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to become Maine’s largest
agricultural event, is held annually in early October over
the course of eight fun-filled
days. Experience the extraordinary livestock—everything
from colossal oxen to exotic
rabbits, enjoy the thrill of
harness racing from a seat in
the grandstand, take a spin
on the amusement rides,
sample the local fares and
wares from the midway, or
witness antique forestry and
farm equipment accomplish
traditional functions: just
about anything farm and
food, exhibits, and demonstrations, a growing array
of activities, and You Don’t
Know Beans!—an exploration of all things beans, will
anchor the 2015 Festival
from 9 A.M. to 9 P.M. each
day. For information email:
[email protected]
and find us on Facebook.
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Bridgton Highlands Country Club
- Featuring a beautiful 18-hole championship golf course, Bridgton Highlands
is one of the most scenic and challenging courses in Maine, offering views
of Mount Washington and the lakes
region. We also offer tennis on newly
renovated courts, a full snack bar and
liquor license, pro shop, junior golf
program, and professional instruction
for all levels. Memberships available.
Open to the public. Located two miles
from downtown Bridgton on Highland
Ridge Road. Call us or visit our Web
site. Contact: 207-647-3491 or www.
bridgtonhighlands.com.
Northeast Snowmobile Rentals
- We have a full line of Arctic Cat
snowmobiles waiting for you to enjoy
the great Maine and New Hampshire
outdoors. Whether you want to go for
an hour or a week, ride through the
fields or climb to the top of Black Cap
Mountain, we have the sleds for you.
Snowmobile on trails right from the
door; we have two locations at 532
Main St. Fryeburg, ME, and 299 Main
St. Gorham, NH. Rates start at $55,
no experience necessary (full training
available), families welcome, guided
tours available. FMI: 532 Main Street,
Fryeburg, ME 04037. Contact: 800-4581838, [email protected], or www.
northeastsnowmobile.com.
Point Sebago Golf Course - Public
Welcome. Golf Digest considers Point
Sebago’s 18-hole championship golf
course the best in the lakes region.
18-holes with cart only $35 to $64 per
round (based upon date and tee times).
Situated on 500-acres of spectacularly
forested land, this par 72 course caters
to a wide variety of skill levels. Call or
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visit Web site to book tee times. Allinclusive golf vacation and getaway
packages are available May-October.
Extensive practice center and driving
range. In the heart of the lakes region,
off Route 302. Contact: 1-888-266-9842
or www.pointsebago.com.
Saco Valley Sports Center - Family fun for everyone! Sixteen lanes of
Candlepin Bowling with bumper lanes
for kids; keep score on our computerized system. Plus three full-swing golf
simulators. That’s right, play golf all
winter long on your choice of 22 of the
world’s greatest courses. Not into golf
or bowling? Try our 13 arcade games,
two billiard tables or air hockey. Enjoy
something from our snack bar. We have
a full liquor license. Located just 20
minutes from Bridgton and N. Conway.
Come on down for your next family
outing or company party. On the corner
of Rte 302 and Pine Street, Fryeburg,
Maine. Contact: 207-935-3777 or www.
sacovalleysportscenter.com.
Sightseeing/Boat
Cruises
Songo River Queen II - Enjoy beautiful and scenic cruises on Long Lake.
Daily trips in season. Cruises run from
Mother’s Day to Halloween. Please
see Web site or call for schedules and
pricing. Food court, cocktail lounge
and restrooms on board. Handicap accessible. 40 minutes from Portland, ME
and North Conway, NH. Totally weather
protected. Cruises run regardless of
weather. SONGO RIVER QUEEN II, 841
Roosevelt Trail/The Causeway/Rt. 302,
Naples, ME. Contact: 207-693-6861 or
www.songoriverqueen.net.
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professional services
health care
Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice
(AHCH) - An independent, non-profit
agency providing skilled home care, supportive care, hospice care and Lifeline
personal response services for residents
of more than 100 central and western
Maine communities. Our comprehensive
services are delivered through our local
office in Bridgton. Generous community
and donor support makes it possible
for us to provide skilled care to patients
and families who lack health insurance.
AHCH meets all state home care and
hospice licensing standards and is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organization.
Call us to learn more about our services
or visit our Web site. Contact: 800-4827412 or www.AHCH.org.
Bridgton Eye Care - Serving all your
eye care needs - including eyeglasses,
sunglasses, contact lenses, eye exams,
eye health and treatment. Dr. Christine
Newell, optometrist, has over 30 years
experience and opened her office in
2004. With over 400 frames to choose
from and price ranges for all budgets,
Bridgton Eye Care can give you a new
look. Contact lens problems? Dr. Newell
has the latest contact lenses and solutions to help you. Vision Therapy for eye
tracking and teaming problems related
to reading difficulties is also available.
Visit our expanded, new location - 52
Portland Road, next to the Gazebo. Call
for an appointment: 207-647-2030.
Bridgton Hospital - Located in the
heart of the lakes region, Bridgton
Hospital is a proud member of the
Central Maine Medical Center, Lewiston,
family of hospitals. Bridgton Hospital opened its new state-of-the-art
facility in January 2002. The hospital
features all private patient rooms and
birthing suites. Inpatient and outpatient surgery. Full-service laboratory.
Radiology diagnostics including digital
mammography, ultrasound, CT scan,
and MRI. Outpatient clinics include
oncology/hematology, diabetes, urology, cardiology, orthopedics and sports
medicine, neurology, pulmonology and
pain care. Emergency Services are open
24/7. 100+ physicians on-staff. R. David
Frum, President. Contact: 207-6476000 or www.bridgtonhospital.org.
Mountain View Dentistry - Are you
looking for a dentist? Dr. Leslie Elston
and her exceptional team invite you to
become a new patient in our qualityfocused, friendly practice where we
are committed to life-long beautiful
and healthy smiles. We are here to
meet your preventative, cosmetic
and restorative needs on the relaxing
shores of Highland Lake. Why wait? Call
Kim today to set up your new patient
appointment! 42 Highland Road, Bridgton, ME 04009. Contact: 207-647-3628.
Financial Services/
Insurance
Festivals and Fairs of the Region
Chalmers Insurance - At Chalmers
we are local agents who know your
town and situation like no national
insurance company can hope to match.
We’re right up the street whenever you
need a fast response in an emergency
or a quote on a customized policy. We
are a full service insurance agency
offering Business, Personal, Specialty
Products, Youth Camps and Financial
Services and Benefits solutions to fit
your needs and those of your business.
Contact: 207-647-3311, 800-486-3312
or www.chalmersinsurancegroup.com.
Oberg Insurance Agency - Call us to
save on insurance today. Complete line
of AUTO, HOME, BOAT, RV, MOTORCYCLE,
SNOWMOBILE, BUSINESS & LIFE INSURANCE. Oberg Agency, a four generation,
family-owned business established in
1934. Representing many quality “A”
rated companies, we are an independent
insurance agency. Your protection is our
profession. 132 Main Street, Bridgton.
Contact: 207-647-5551, 888-400-9858
or [email protected].
festival related can be found
during this grand occasion,
held this year from October 4
through 11. Camping is available on-site and accommodations may be found in town.
Admission is $10/day; FMI:
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Laundry
Squeaky Clean Laundromat - Located at 4 Maple Street in Downtown
Bridgton. In addition to being a selfservice laundromat, we provide a
Wash & Fold service, process Camp
and Institutional laundry, and we are
a drop-off site for Dry-cleaning, Rugs,
and Leathers to be sent out. We have
over 25 washing machines and 40
dryers. No coins are necessary because
we operate on the convenient Easy
Card System. Squeaky Clean Laundry
is open 7 days a week and there is
always a friendly attendant available
to assist you. Extended hours in the
summer. Like us on Facebook. Contact:
207-647-9372 or bridgtonlaundry.com
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Waterford World Fair
A little agricultural fair with a
big heart. In order “to sample
the simple, traditional essence of agricultural Maine,”
attend this annual gathering,
which takes place this year
on July17-19th. Since 1852,
this small, volunteer-driven
fair has risen above its humble
beginnings to produce a
wonderful family event that
includes livestock shows,
baking contests, agricultural
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expos, live music, barn dances
and more. Admission TBA;
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Irving Green Rd. Waterford,
Maine 04088
Casco Days
In 2014, the Lakes Region’s
finest carnival, known as
Casco Days, celebrated its
80th anniversary, a true testament to this family event’s
enduring fun and the pride
with which its volunteers and
sponsors present it year after
year. Always held over three
days at the end of July, this
year’s event takes place July
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a midway with games, rides
and food, Thursday evening
fireworks to kick things off, a
Friday evening Chicken BBQ
and Children’s Parade, and on
Saturday, a Pancake Breakfast,
Road Race, Grand Parade,
Church Supper and music
from local acts. Admission
and parking are free; FMI:
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Our Lakes and Ponds
The waterways of
our Greater Bridgton
Lakes Region communities were once
home to colonial
mills, but now provide a place for yearround recreation.
You’ll find 82 lakes
and ponds to sail, canoe, water ski, swim
and fish. Discover
why we’re called the
Lakes Region.
Sebago Lake
Known far and wide for its
size, depth and cleanliness,
Sebago Lake is the reason
many visitors come here in
the first place and is often the
reason they keep coming back
year after year. Sebago Lake is roughly fifteen
miles long and ten miles wide,
with a surface area covering
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and has an average depth of
107 feet.
Sport fishermen love its
salmon and lake trout, recreational boaters love its clean,
clear waters, and nature lovers
love its grandeur. Spend time
on this lake and experience all
of its wonderful features: wide
expanses of open water, bird
and animal life, towering trees
along its shoreline, and inspir-
downtown to the edge of
Sweden. Its coves and numerous islands provide a variety
of scenery and habitat to
explore.
The lake is about four miles
long and a mile wide and has
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has a maximum depth of 50
feet, a mean depth of 20 feet,
and a water quality rating of
above average.
ing views of Mount Washington and the White Mountains
of New Hampshire.
There is a public boat launch
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Brandy Pond
Brandy Pond in Naples is the
middle link of a chain of three
bodies of water that offer
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cruising pleasure. The pond
has long been the connection between Long Lake and
Sebago Lake. It was originally
called the Bay of Naples.
Encompassing 740 acres,
Brandy Pond has a maximum depth of 44 feet and an
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water quality is rated as above
average.
Local marinas offer boat
launching facilities. Long Lake
Crystal Lake
Long Lake is the northern
link in the chain of lakes that
includes Brandy Pond and
Sebago Lake and is bordered
by three area towns: Naples,
Bridgton and Harrison. It is
considered one of the premier
recreational lakes in all of
Maine.
Crystal Lake in Harrison is
one of the most popular spots
in the area because of its sandy public beach, convenient
boat launch and welcoming
picnic area. Sit in the shade
of white birch trees and gaze
up the lake to Deer Hill and
Hawk Mountain. Adjacent to
the picnic area is a ball field
and a playground.
Long Lake is 11 miles long, a
mile wide, and covers 5,295
acres. It is 59 feet deep at its
deepest and has a mean depth
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rated as slightly above average. With the town of Harrison at
its northern most point and
Naples at its southern most,
the lake features access to restaurants and shops via boat.
in Harrison, as well as one in
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Two miles long and a mile
wide, Crystal Lake has a
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and a water quality rating of
slightly above average.
The public boat launch is
located on Route 117.
Higland Lake
Originally called Crotched
Pond, Highland Lake in
Bridgton stretches from
Swimming, angling, waterskiing, sailing, rowing,
wildlife watching and general
relaxing are all common summer activities. In the winter,
cross-country skiers, ice
fishermen and snowmobilers
all enjoy the lake. It is also
the center for many activities during Bridgton’s Winter
Carnival.
Magnificent views of Mount
Washington and the White
Mountains are visible from
many points. The outlet to
Highland Lake features an old
mill dam and Stevens Brook
spillway.
The north end of the lake is
wilder and offers opportunities for spotting many forms
of birdlife and wildlife.
A town beach and public boat
launch are located on Highland Road.
Moose Pond
Moose Pond in West Bridgton
stretches eleven miles from its
wilder reaches in Sweden to
its more placid southern end
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in Denmark. In between find
its widest and deepest section,
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acres in total. In the main basin, the pond is nearly a mile
wide and its maximum depth
reaches 70 feet. Moose Pond
has an above average water
quality rating.
From the Moose Pond
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one of the most striking views
of the area, that of Pleasant
Mountain and Shawnee Peak
ski area. There’s a public boat launch
at the causeway in Bridgton
and another in Denmark.
Woods Pond
Named for Bridgton’s first
surveyor, Solomon Woods,
who came to the area in
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and narrow. It’s a great place
to fish, kayak, water ski, sail
and enjoy beautiful sunrises
and sunsets.
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body of water. The pond
is two miles long and just
under a half mile wide. It
feet and the water quality is
average.
Route 117, connecting Bridgton and Denmark, passes by
the southern end, affording
passersby expansive views. The town beach and boat
launch on Route 117 provide
easy access.
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Trickey Pond
Peabody Pond
Surrounded by tall pines and
deciduous forests, the crystal
clear water of Trickey Pond in
Naples is a great place to feel
you are in the heart of the wilderness, with dark starry nights
and the cries of the loon.
Named for Captain John Peabody, one of the first settlers
of South Bridgton, Peabody
Pond is tucked away along the
boundaries of Sebago, Naples
and Bridgton.
Trickey Pond is about a mile
and a half long, a half mile
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feet and a water quality rating
of excellent.
The pond’s proximity to the
Naples Causeway, Naples
Golf Course, and many area
amenities, make it a popular
destination for locals and visitors alike.
A public boat launch is located on Route 114.
Hancock Pond
Hancock Pond is located in
Denmark and Sebago. With
its squat, hourglass shape and
deep depths, the pond allows
for waterskiing, but bigger
boats find its size too small,
thus creating a tranquil setting.
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acres, a maximum depth of
59 feet, a mean depth of 17
feet, and a water quality rating of above average. It measures 740 acres in size,
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feet. Its water quality is rated
as excellent.
The rocky shoreline and protected coves provide good fish
habitat. A deep chasm that
runs through the center of
the pond stays cool in the
summer giving landlocked
salmon, brook trout and lake
trout refuge from the warmer
waters above.
on Peabody Pond Road in
Sebago.
Bear Pond
Bear Pond in Waterford is said
to be named after a bear that
was killed in its waters during
the settlement of Waterford.
The pond is the town’s deepest water body at 72 feet. It’s
surface area encompasses 250
acres. The water quality is
rated as slightly above average.
The pond provides a diversity
of sports fishing for every kind
of angler throughout the year.
It is a popular fishing spot
year round. From the west
shore take in magnificent
views of Bear Mountain.
Hancock Pond has two public
boat launches—one at its
northeast end and the other at
its southwest corner.
A small area at the south end
of the pond is for public access and there is a public boat
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Keoka Lake
Keoka Lake in Waterford sits
at the edge of Waterford Flat,
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feet, and a water quality rating
of slightly above average.
Keoka Lake’s gravel and
boulder shoreline provides
excellent habitat for both
smallmouth and largemouth
bass.
The public beach and boat
launch are located at the
northwest corner.
Lovewell Pond
Lovewell Pond is located in Fryeburg. The pond is subject
to flooding when the Saco
River floods. During these
floods the outlet actually reverses direction and flows back
into the pond.
Salons
Elegance Salon - We offer the very
best in family hair design, personalized
color and nail care. Our stylists will work
with you to give you the look and style
you desire. Gift certificates available.
Call for an appointment Monday thru
Saturday. Early or late appointments
available by request. Walk-ins always
welcome. Located between Renys and
the Magic Lantern Theater at 1 Depot
Street in downtown Bridgton. Contact:
207-647-3799.
Kezar Lake
Located in the foothills of
the White Mountains in the
town of Lovell, Kezar Lake is
divided into three sections,
Upper Bay, Middle Bay and
Lower Bay. The Narrows separates the latter two.
It covers 1,129 acres in surface
area, has a maximum depth of
45 feet, a mean depth of 17
feet, and has a water quality
rating of slightly below average.
The lake is nine miles long,
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has maximum depth of 155
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feet. Its water quality is rated
as above average.
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corner of the pond.
Two boat ramps are located on
the lake, one at Upper Bay and
the second at The Narrows.
Running with Scissors Hair Salon Located at 109 Main Street in Bridgton,
Maine. The character of this historic
location adds a warm, comfortable and
inviting environment. Running with
Scissors is a full-service hair salon that
offers an array of hair coloring techniques, unique haircuts and dipilation.
This family-friendly establishment
has been operating in the Bridgton
community for over five years. Call for
an appointment or stop by. Contact:
207-647-9400.
PYO Orchard
Pietree Orchard - Enjoy beautiful
mountain views while you pick your
own strawberries, blueberries, peas,
beans, apples or pumpkins. At our
farmstand, you’ll find fresh baked
goods and seasonal produce—call
for hours, directions & what’s fresh.
Like us on Facebook, Pinterest & Twitter. Contact: 207-647-9419 or www.
pietreeorchards.com.
Specialty Shops
1 DEPOT ST.
BRIDGTON, ME 04009
207-647-3799
Hair
& Nail Care for Men & Women
Walk-ins Welcome!
Bridgton Books - Over 25,000 different titles. Mainly new books, but also
many used, as well as our legendary
“Bargain Book” area. We have a wide
selection of notecards, calendars and
more. Free gift wrap. Special orders
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welcome. Out of print book searches.
We accept Visa, MC and Discover. Gift
certificates always available. Shop
local and make a difference. 140 Main
Street, Bridgton. Across from the Magic
Lantern Movie Theater. Contact: 207647-2122 or justinatbridgtonbooks@
myfairpoint.net.
Craftworks - A visit, or several, to
Craftworks has been a must for locals
and visitors for more than 30 years. Truly
one-of-a-kind, (so rare these days!), this
shop brims with beautiful displays of
well-chosen merchandise, providing a
wonderful shopping experience! Find
women’s clothing made from mostly
natural fibers that offer fabulous looks
with comfort/affordability. Accessories
and jewelry too! Add a great mix of
useful and decorative homewares,
much of it made in the States, including Maine. Wines, Stonewall Kitchen
foods and bargain books complete the
picture. Downtown Bridgton. Located
in a large Victorian-era church, c.1870.
Open 7 days - year round. Look for pink
awnings/flags! Contact: 207-647-5436
or www.craftworksmaine.com.
Corn Shop Trading Company “Something for everyone,” to say the
least! Enjoy the 10,000 plus items in
this quirky, old-fashioned country
store. Why do families make it “our first
stop every summer”? What makes the
annual Stocking Stuffer Bar the best of
its kind in New England? Discover why
camp and cottage owners return each
year to find new and old treasures.
Maine, New England and USA-made
products are top priority in this store.
Try our own homemade fudge. Don’t
miss this one! Old-fashioned charm, extraordinary service and unique products
make it well worth a stop. Open year
round at 179 Main Street, Bridgton.
Contact: 207-647-9090.
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specialty shops
Firefly Boutique - This colorful and
hip boutique offers women’s clothing,
scarves, hats, reversible jackets, dresses
and a unique mix of jewelry from all
over the world, such as real butterfly
wing pendants set in sterling silver.
Friendly staff. Prices range from $4 to
$150. If you like Firefly, visit her sister
shop, The Picket Fence Gallery, celebrating over 15 years of helping Kenyan
women support themselves and their
families through the sale of Kazuri Fair
Trade ceramic jewelry. Firefly Boutique,
82 Main St., Bridgton. (Located across
from Craftworks) Contact: 207-6473672 or www.fireflyshop.us.
Harry Barker’s Emporiums - In 2009
Harvest Hills Animal Shelter looked to
increase revenues from donations.The
concept of a co-op between the shelter
and dealers in downtown Bridgton was
created. HHAS leases space and rents to
vendors to sell merchandise along with
the donations from the shelter. 100%
of proceeds from donations go directly
to the shelter. 20 vendors offer fresh
merchandise daily. The partnership
between HHAS and vendors has proven
to be unique and rewarding. Come in,
shop for your unique treasure. Open
daily 10 am to 5 pm and located at 32
and 148 Main Street Bridgton.
Harvest Gold Gallery - Within the
walls of Harvest Gold Gallery in Lovell
you’ll delight in the works of over
200 American artists. Check out the
breathtaking views of Kezar Lake and
the White Mountains beyond, and
you’ll know why they were voted
“Best Gallery with a View” by Yankee
Magazine in 2011. Gallery owners
Bill and Lynda have been working
together for twenty-eight years, creating handcrafted gold and silver
jewelry of their own. They specialize
in Maine tourmaline, custom designs,
and recycle old gold into new pieces
that can be worn every day. In addition
to their handcrafted jewelry, you will
find fine home furnishings, original
artwork, garden sculpture and more.
Getting married? Harvest Gold Gallery
will create beautiful crafted wedding
bands, provide a unique registry for
your guests and can even host the
event on your special day. Rte. 5, Center
Lovell. Contact: 207-925-6502 orwww.
harvestgoldjewelry.com.
Mexicali Blues - A Maine-based
company that since 1988 has offered
an original line of Mexicali clothing,
one-of-a-kind jewelry, and handmade
giftware. By traveling to distant countries such as Mexico, Peru, Guatemala,
Ecuador, India, Nepal, Thailand and Indonesia, the Mexicali crew responsibly
searches out the finest variety of unique
items. By directly importing and avoiding catalog suppliers, Mexicali Blues
can directly pass along the savings on
quality merchandise at an affordable
price. With five convenient locations in
Maine: Portland, Freeport, Newcastle,
Raymond, Bangor and an on-line store
at www.mexicaliblues.com. Route 302,
Raymond. Contact: 207-655-3901.
Northeast Gems - Owned and operated by Robert and Teresa Prouty, and
located in Fryeburg, Maine, the heart
of the gem country of western Maine.
We are dedicated to bringing you one of
the largest selections of locally-mined
gemstones from Maine and New England, as well as spectacular gemstones
from around the world. We mine
and cut many of our own gemstones
and do our own gold work in-house.
Come in and see our large selection of
treasures from the beautiful western
mountains and let us help you design
a special piece. 299 Main Street (Rte.
302), Fryeburg, Maine 04037. Contact:
207-935-1162.
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Renys Department Store - A Maine
Shopping Adventure! Located in the
heart of downtown, Renys has been
in Bridgton since 1952, providing our
customers with quality goods at Renys
everyday low prices for over 60 years.
Maine’s own family-run department
store features name brand clothing
such as Carhartt, Columbia, Woolrich,
Timberland, Pendleton, Alfred Dunner,
and Osh Gosh, PLUS everything you
need for your family, home, camp or
cottage like food, toys, towels, sheets,
snacks, appliances and a variety of
Maine-made gift ideas. Gift cards are
available in store and online at www.
renys.com! Thank you for shopping
Renys! Contact: 207-647-3711.
Saco Valley Sports Center
95 Pine St., Route 302
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-3777
Candlepin Bowling, Full Swing Golf,
Arcade, & Billiards
www.sacoalleysportscenter.com
Sportshaus - Caters to the needs of
water enthusiasts with an extensive
selection of water toys, water skis,
kneeboards, wakeboards, life jackets,
kayaks & canoes. We carry over 500
swimsuits every summer! An expanded
sandal department boasts Reef, Teva,
Sanuk, Adidas. You can also find tennis
accessories & racquet repair facilities,
mens’ & ladies’ activewear and Maine
souvenir T-shirts. We rent kayaks,
sailboats, canoes, water skis and kneeboards (delivery available). Skiers, in
winter we are a full-line ski shop carrying alpine equipment, snowboards and
snowshoes & we offer “off mountain”
pricing. Open daily, weekends too. 1126
N. High St., Bridgton. Contact: 207-6475100, marlisesportshaus@roadrunner.
com or www.sportshausski.com.
William Perry Cigar Lounge Maine’s finest cigar lounge! Offering
two lounges, HDTV and Wi-Fi. Select
from hundreds of hand-rolled cigars
and many cigar accessories. Please stop
in and enjoy a cigar—or buy one—in
a relaxed and friendly environment. A
great place to enjoy a good smoke! 32
Main Street, on Main Hill, Bridgton.
Contact: 207-221-2645 or www.williamperrycigarlounge.com.
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Restaurants &
Food Shops
Beth’s Kitchen Café - We serve
breakfast all day. Gourmet sandwiches,
homemade soups, homestyle entrees,
hand-thrown pizza and desserts from
scratch. Featuring a local roaster,
Matt’s Organic Coffee is wood-fired
and completely delightful. Specialty
coffees and Beth’s cocoa are available!
Enjoy the café inside or dine outside
and people watch along Bridgton’s
upper Main Street. It is our passion and
pleasure to serve you! Wi-Fi available.
Open daily 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. 108 Main
Street, downtown Bridgton. Like us on
Facebook. Contact: 207-647-5211 or
www.bethskitchencafe.com.
LAKE REGION NURSERY
Annuals Perennials Shrubs & Trees
718 No. High St. (Rt. 302) Bridgton, Maine (Near Sam Ingalls Rd)
Tel: 207-952-0370 • Like us on
The Good Life Market - The Good
Life Market is conveniently located
at the corner of Routes 302 and 85 in
Raymond. We carry a delicious array
of sandwiches, deli meats and salads,
fresh produce, artisan cheeses, local and
imported foods, Maine microbrews, and
the broadest selection of fine wines in
the area. Quality, selection and service
make the difference. The market is
open daily from 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Call
ahead to order. 1297 Roosevelt Trail,
Raymond. Contact: 207-655-1196 or
www.thegoodlifemarket.com.
Market Basket - “In the Block,” Main
Street, Harrison. Featuring our Fresh
Dough Pizza (try our Alfredo!), Sandwiches made to order, Wraps, Calzones,
Salads, Bosco Sticks, Breadsticks. Breakfast Pizza and Sandwiches and Fresh
Coffee/Tea/Cappuccino. Large selection
of Groceries, Ice Cream, Beverages, Cold
Beer and Wine. Power Ball and Lottery
Tickets, ATM, Seasonal items, Local
Postcards, Lang and Sunrise Greeting
Cards. Live Bait in winter. Friendly
customer service and locally owned
for 28 years. Open daily 5:30 AM
(Sunday, 6:30 AM)–9 PM (until 10 PM
in summer). Eat in or Take out. Contact:
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entertainment/cultural
Merced’s Restaurant - Enjoy views
of Brandy Pond and Long Lake from
our 2nd floor patio or dine inside in a
relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.
Our menu features Maine-grown and
Maine-produced products, including
fresh seafood and lobster, all served in
a variety of cuisines to suit any taste. We
also produce our own desserts, breads
and salad dressings. Our friendly wait
staff looks forward to serving you! At
the Causeway in Naples. Open daily.
Call for hours and reservations. Contact:
207-693-5332 or www.mercedsonbrandypond.com.
Oxford House Inn - From farm to the
table is our philosophy, and our menu
is written to reflect that! Culinary
Institute of America graduate chef/
co-owner Jonathan Spak prepares creative, contemporary cuisine with classic
influences using ingredients grown just
steps from our back door. Dine in either
our elegant candlelit dining room or
Jonathan’s, our lively pub. We offer a full
bar with creative cocktails, handpicked
wine list, local beers on tap and friendly,
professional service. Certified Environmental Leader in the hospitality industry, featured in DownEast magazine and
**** Maine Sunday Telegram 2010. Visit
our Web site for current menus & hours
of operation. Reservations requested.
548 Main Street (Route 302), Fryeburg,
ME. Contact: 800-261-7206 or www.
OxfordHouseInn.com.
The Village Tie Up Market & Deli
- Located on the north end of Long
Lake, the Village Tie Up Market & Deli
is accessible by land or lake, making
it a truly unique destination for locals
and visitors alike. The Village Tie Up
(VTU) is known for its high quality deli
offerings including pizza, sandwiches,
fried foods and large selection of
grocery essentials, in addition to its
family-friendly atmosphere. In the
summer, dining lakeside and taking
in the incredible views of Long Lake is
simply a can’t miss. The VTU is the only
state agency liquor store in Harrison
and offers a unique mix of beer and
wine. Fuel service is available on both
the street for vehicles/snowmobiles
and lakeside for boats. Open daily
from 5 am-10 pm during the week and
6 am-10 pm on weekends.Your Village
Tie Up…where we’ve been FILLIN’,
GRILLIN’ and CHILLIN’ since 1939! Like
Us on Facebook. Contact: 207-583-4266
or www.villagetieup.com.
Entertainment/
Cultural
The Ballroom - A Movement Arts
Center offering a wide variety of classes
including Dance, Exercise, Yoga & Aikido,
focusing on expert instruction by professional teachers and performing artists.
Our students range in age from toddlers
to seniors and in interest from purely
recreational to professional. The Ballroom’s two spacious studios, located in
the historic Block Building in downtown
Harrison, feature high ceilings with
unique architectural details, excellent
sound systems, mirrored walls and great
acoustics, evoking an old world charm!
In addition to classes, our beautiful
studios (with kitchen facilities) are available to rent for workshops, functions
and performances. Contact: 207-5836964 or theballroomharrison.com.
Gallery 302 - Fifty fine artists and
artisans from western Maine and
eastern New Hampshire sell their art
at this beautiful gallery on Bridgton’s
Main Street. Watercolors, oils, pastels,
jewelry, stained glass, ceramics, sculpture, photography, wood and fiber arts
are all on display. Giclee prints and cards
can be found in the gallery’s gift shop.
Guest artist exhibits and group shows
are celebrated at public First Friday
receptions, where visitors can meet the
artists. A great place to find special gifts
and home décor year round. Gift certificates available, credit cards accepted.
112 Main Street, Bridgton, ME 04009.
207-647-2787, www.gallery302.com. 2015 Area Guide
churches
Rufus Porter Museum - Rufus Porter
(1792-1884) was a noted artist, musician, inventor, poet, teacher and the
founder of Scientific American in 1845.
He made enduring contributions to
the culture of Maine, New England,
and the United States through his
unique Yankee Ingenuity, as evidenced
in his miniature portraits, famous
wall murals, writings, and inventions.
Beyond this, however, Rufus Porter
shared what he did and learned with
others so they could benefit from his
experiences, a quality the Rufus Porter
Museum continues today through its
exhibits and programs about him and
his achievements. Please visit us at
rufusportermuseum.org, 67 North High
Street in Bridgton.
Bridgton Alliance Church - Located
at 368 Harrison Road, Bridgton, Maine.
Our Sunday Morning Service is at 9:30
am. We have various small groups for
all ages throughout the week. All are
Welcome. 368 Harrison Road, Bridgton. Contact: 207-647-2027 or www.
bridgtonalliancechurch.org.
Weddings
The Highland Lake Resort - We have
the perfect location for an unforgettable
wedding, conference or special event.
From its 400’ of beautiful shoreline with
a view of the White Mountains, to its 22
well-appointed, comfortable rooms, to
its fully-accessible function room, the
Resort offers an unparalleled location
for events. We can seat up to 72 people
for a formal dinner and our grounds are
perfect for a tent with up to 125 guests.
You can decorate the facility yourself, use
your own caterer, and handle all chores
personally, if you like, or you can leave
all aspects of your special event to our
trained and experienced staff. We have
our own linens, decorations and archway,
and can recommend professional DJs,
photographers and caterers. 115 North
High St., Rte. 302, Bridgton. Call for a
consultation: 207-647-5301 or 800-7975301, www.HighlandLakeResort.com.
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Rufus Porter: The Man Painted
Like many Mainers today,
Porter (1792-1884) had
multiple talents and multiple
jobs. Although he died before
the term “Renaissance man”
came into use, it describes
Rufus Porter perfectly.
He is perhaps best known for
the wall murals he painted
in homes up and down the
East Coast. The murals depict
the farmland around Bridgton and seaport scenes from
Portland.
Porter had many other
talents, says Samantha Scarf,
Associate Director of the museum. “He founded and wrote
Scientific American magazine.
He tried to develop an airship
that would take people from
the East Coast to California
in three days. He also wrote
a book called Curious Arts,
taught dance, played the fiddle, served in the military in
the War of 1812 and painted
miniature portraits.” One of the amazing inventions Porter designed, Scarf
says, is a revolving rifle. Porter
designed the gun prior to
Samuel Colt’s patent. Colt
bought Porter’s design in
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The Rufus Porter Museum in
Bridgton displays the largest
collection of the 19th-century
artist’s works in the world.
The museum, now in its tenth
year, celebrates these masterpieces in American folk art
and also the many other enterprises the artist dabbled in.
Visitors to the museum may
view miniature portraits,
copies of Scientific American
and artworks from other
prominent Bridgton folk
artists, including Jonathan
Poor, Porter’s nephew and
apprentice.
Each year, the Rufus Porter
Museum holds a special exhibit, in addition to the regular collection. In 2015, the
museum will feature exhibits
centered around a common
theme: Yankee Ingenuity.
The museum will hold events
through the season that will
reflect the theme as well. Also,
the Rufus Porter Museum is
working in partnership with
11 other Maine museums
(including the Bridgton Historical Society) to create the
Yankee Ingenuity Trail for the
2015 season.
For its first ten years, the Rufus Porter collection has been
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Street, but the non-profit organization recently purchased
the 1842 Webb House at 121
Main Street. Efforts are underway to refurbish the home
and move the museum to this
downtown location, which is
on the National Register of
Historic Places. Besides the murals and special
exhibits, summer interns plan
programs on different topics
related to Porter’s history and
life during the 1800s. The museum is open Wednesday-Saturday, noon to 4 pm.
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rufusportermuseum.org
For those intrigued by the
history of the Lakes Region,
you may also want to visit the
following places:
Narramissic—the 1797
Peabody-Fitch farm in South
Bridgton shows life in New
England on the eve of the
Civil War. Tour the house,
furnished largely with items
original to the property, and
visit the restored blacksmith
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www.bridgtonhistory.org
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Gibbs Avenue Museum—
collections, archives and
research facilities of the
Bridgton Historical Society,
located at 5 Gibbs Avenue.
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bridgtonhistory.org
Historic Walking Tour—
pick up a map at the Chamber of Commerce or a kiosk
at the Depot Street parking
area for this self-guided tour
of downtown Bridgton’s
historic properties.
Civil War Sites in the Lakes
Region, a self-guided tour of
cemeteries, monuments and
museums in 10 towns of the
Lakes Region. Map available
at the Rufus Porter Museum,
Bridgton Town Office and the
Chamber Information Center.
Scribner’s Mill—an historic
19th-century homestead and
reconstructed water-powered
saw mill on the Crooked River in Harrison. “Back to the
Past,” an annual celebration
of the era, will be held August
1-2, 2015 and features music,
food, crafts and demonstraUJPOT'.*
www.scribnersmill.org
Noble House Inn - Offers a classic
backdrop above scenic Highland Lake
in Bridgton and is the ideal destination
for your intimate Maine Wedding or
Romantic Elopement. We specialize in
intimate Weddings & Elopements and
help you create an elegant, affordable
and stress-free alternative to larger
extravaganzas. Wedding planning services are complimentary and help you
create lasting memories. We work with
you to select the best of our wedding
packages, customize your ceremony,
select special colors, choose the perfect
setting and handle all of the details so
that from the moment you arrive, no
worries exist. Elegant & Affordable!
Contact: 888-237-4880, 207-647-3733
or www.NobleHouseInn.com.
Songo River Queen II - What better
venue for a wedding than on the SONGO
RIVER QUEEN II. Celebrate that special
day on board the SRQII with beautiful
Long Lake and the majestic Presidential
Range of the White Mountains including
Mount Washington as your background
to complement that most cherished
event of your life. Call us to arrange your
wedding, reception, rehearsal, or pre- or
post-party. SONGO RIVER QUEEN II, 841
Roosevelt Trail/The Causeway/Rt. 302,
Naples, ME. Contact: 207-693-6861 or
www.songoriverqueen.net.
Real Estate
At The Lakes Real Estate - Buyers
and sellers throughout the lakes region
deserve the best service available. Our
real estate professionals have decades
of experience and are experts in the real
estate process. Whether you seek buyer
representation or seller representation,
you can count on our expertise anywhere in the lakes region. At The Lakes
Real Estate handles lakefront, mountainside, vacation and residential properties
as well as lots, acreage and commercial
real estate. 171 Portland Road, Bridgton.
Contact: 207-647-5371, 800-647-5371
or www.mainelakes.com.
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Chalmers Realty - We combine
experience, professionalism, the latest
technology and our expert personal
knowledge of the southwest Maine
Lakes Region to give you the highest
level of service. Whether you are buying
or selling a primary residence or second
home, our team of agents is ready to
assist you every step of the way. If you
are thinking of SELLING: CALL our toll
free number TODAY for a free market
analysis of your property. If you are
thinking of BUYING: CALL our toll free
number or 207-647-3311 to speak with
a professional BUYER REPRESENTATIVE:
1-800-486-3312 or 207-647-3311.
Lakes Region Properties - Located in
Naples, the heart of the Lakes Region,
Lakes Region Properties specializes
in home buying and selling on every
lake and pond in the area, as well as
all land, residential and commercial
real estate. Our office remains #1 in
the market year after year, thanks to
our 15 full-time, highly professional,
experienced brokers who are eager to
help you with all your real estate needs.
We are a family-run business and you
will truly feel like you are part of the
family when you visit our office located
at the intersections of Routes 302 and
35 at the lights in Naples – THE HEART
OF THE LAKES REGION! Call us or visit
our Web site. Contact: 207-693-7000
or www.lakesproperties.com.
Kezar Realty - Located in the heart
of Lovell Village, Kezar Realty is a
full-service real estate agency serving western Maine. Whether you are
looking for a building lot with a view,
a waterfront home or a winter chalet
close to the snowmobile and ski trails,
our agents are here to make sure that
you find the perfect spot. Not ready to
buy? We also offer year-round vacation
rentals. Visit our Web site to view our
exclusive agency listings and to see
all properties available in the state of
Maine. 224 Main Street, Lovell. Contact:
207-925-1500 or kezarrealty.com or
KezarLife.com.
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real estate
Rent What You Need: From A to Z
You don’t have to
bring it all with you.
There are plenty of
opportunities to rent
a variety of items in
the Greater Bridgton
Lakes Region. From
A to Z, let this list
get you started.
E
Entertainment Supplies
(A+ Party Rentals, Hayes
True Value Hardware)
F
Flatware (A+ Party Rentals,
Hayes True Value Hardware)
G
Golf Clubs (Bridgton
Highlands Golf & Tennis,
Naples Golf & Country Club,
Point Sebago Resort)
A
Autos (Macdonald
Motors); Audiobooks
(Bridgton Books); ATVs
(Northeast Snowmobile and
ATV Rentals)
B
Boats (Gateway Marina,
Moose Landing Marina,
Naples Marina, Point Sebago
Resort, Songo River Queen
II, Sportshaus)
C
Camp Sites (Colonial
Mast Campground, Four
Seasons Family Camp Area,
Lakeside Pines Campground,
Point Sebago Resort); Canoes
(Sportshaus); Cottages &
Camps (www.mainelakeschamber.com/accommodations)
D
Drills (Hayes True Value
Hardware)
P
H
Helmets (Sportshaus);
Houses (www.mainelakeschamber.com/accommodations)
I
J
K
L
M
Ice Skates and Ice Time
(Bridgton Ice Arena)
Jet Skis (Moose Landing
Marina)
Kayaks & Kneeboards
(Sportshaus)
Lazer Tag (A+ Party Rentals)
Moonbounce (A+ Party
Rentals and Hayes True
Value Hardware); Motel
Rooms (www.mainelakeschamber/accommodations)
N
O
Nailer (Hayes True Value
Hardware)
Orbital Sander (Hayes
Pontoon Boats, (Gateway
Marina, Moose Landing
Marina, Naples Marina); Pool
Parties (Colonial Mast Campground); Portable Lavatories
(D&D’s Necessary Rooms)
U
Unique Opportunities
(Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce)
V
Quality Equipment (A+
Party Rentals, Hayes True
Value Hardware)
Venues (Deertrees
Theatre, Denmark Arts
Center, Rufus Porter Museum, Oxford Casino, Fryeburg
Fairgrounds, Shawnee Peak,
Songo River Queen II)
R
W
Q
Race Skis (Sportshaus)
S
Sailboats (Sebago Sailing,
Sportshaus); Snowmobiles (Northeast Snowmobile
& ATV Rentals); Stand-up
Paddleboards (Sportshaus);
Skis & Snowboards (Shawnee
Peak, Sportshaus), Storage
Units (Mountain Mini Self
Storage, LLC)
T
Tennis Ball Machine
(Bridgton Highlands
Country Club); Tents (A+
Party Supplies and Hayes
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Waterskis (Sportshaus);
Wood Splitter (Hayes
X
Y
X-Country Skis (Five
Fields Farm)
Yurt (Shawnee Peak)
Z
“Z” Bender (Hayes True
Value Hardware)
Krainin Real Estate - Your door to the
Sebago Lake Region! Offering Lakefront
Homes and Cottages, Country Homes,
Land, Vacation Rentals and Residential
Rentals. Let us help you sell your home
or find the home of your dreams–or
choose from over 300 cottages for
that special vacation! Two convenient
locations–Route 302, Raymond, 207655-3811 (800-639-2321), and Route
302, Naples, 207-693-5000 (800-6820963). We’re big enough to provide full
professional service, and small enough
to keep it personal! To view all our listings for sale or rent, plus regional sales
and market information, visit our easyto-use Web site at www.krainin.com.
The Maine Real Estate Network
- Located in the heart of the western
mountains and lakes region, we are part
of Maine’s largest independent Real Estate agency. Experience the professionalism of local, knowledgeable brokers
coupled with a very progressive company right here in Bridgton. Whether
you are looking for land, commercial,
residential-waterfront-mountain or
vacation home, we have the experience
and dedication to make your buying or
selling experience positive and stress
free. Contact: 207-647-2622 or visit us
at www.themainerealestatenetwork.
com/Bridgton-office. Call Cheryl Willey
at 207-595-2441.
Oberg Real Estate Agency - Located
in the heart of downtown Bridgton.
Specializing in lakefront, residential,
vacation, business and land sales.
Established in 1934–four generation,
independent family-owned business
continuing to serve the lakes region
market. Representing buyers and sellers, our experienced agents have expert
knowledge on lake and mountain
properties. Member of Western Maine
Board of Realtors, Statewide Multiple
Listing Service, National Association
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legal services
of Realtors. Visit us at our historic brick
building at 132 Main Street, Bridgton.
Contact: 207-647-5551, 888-400-9858,
[email protected] or www.
obergrealestate.com.
Sunset Lakes Real Estate - Located
next door to popular Chute’s Cafe in
Casco, between Sebago and Long Lake.
We specialize in lake region properties
from the simple seasonal cabin to the
luxury lakeside estate. With over 25
years experience, we take great pride
in our customer service. Whether you’re
selling your family-owned summer
home or looking for that special property you’ve dreamed about, we strive
to make the experience as pleasant
as possible. Please come and enjoy a
sunset on one of our wonderful lakes or
ponds! 337 Roosevelt Trail (Route 302),
Casco. Contact: 207-655-2139 or www.
sunsetlakesofmaine.com.
Legal Services
Thomas F. Smith, P.A. - Having practiced law in western Maine for more
than 30 years, and having established
half-a-lifetime of professional relationships, the Law Office of Thomas F. Smith
is uniquely able to provide a range
of legal services to the individual or
small business. From real estate matters including title issues, closings,
use planning and such, to personal
services including wills, estates, business planning, etc., to strategic referrals for personal injuries, tax issues or
litigation, we can provide help for your
legal needs. Located at 19 Main Street,
Harrison. Contact: 207-583-4555 or
[email protected].
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Dining Al Fresco
Bridgton
Shorey Park: At the foot of
Main Hill, you’ll find Shorey
Park where you can spread
a blanket and enjoy your
picnic while taking in the
scenic view of the mill pond
and Highland Lake across the
street. There’s even a chess/
checkers table; bring your
own set to play. Walk across
the bridge and watch the water flow over the dam—reminiscent of the town’s historic
past.
Brownfield
Brownfield Community Center: Just behind the Brownfield Community Center
you’ll find a pleasant area for
picnicking, a playground for
the kids, grills for cooking
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from this point to access the
Saco River and follow it south
for public beaches on the
nearby ponds.
Casco
Hackers Hill: Drive up Quaker Ridge Road in Casco and
you’ll find yourself speechless: this is one of the best
panoramic outlooks around.
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views of the surrounding area,
including Sebago Lake, Long
Lake, Pleasant Mountain,
and the Presidentials, just to
name a few. There’s plenty of
space for picnicking atop the
Boasting views to both the
north and south, picnic tables
for outdoor eating, as well as
a marina and restaurant, this
is a special and exemplary
place to stop during your visit
to Lovell.
Naples
hill, no lack of photo-ops,
and it’s the ideal location for
sunset gazing—undoubtedly,
this is the place to go for an
evening meal and a good
look around.
Denmark
Bicentennial Park: Located
at the southern tip of Moose
Pond and the center of
Denmark’s charming village, Bicentennial Park is a
lovely place to eat your lunch
beneath the gazebo, listen to
the roar of the water flowing
over Moose Pond Dam and
toss the frisbee or the football
on the grassy knoll that comprises the area. You’ll find
the Denmark Arts Center
right across the street as well
as a number of events in the
park all through the summer
season.
Fryeburg
Hemlock Bridge: If you’re
just passing through, try
Bradley Park right in the
downtown area. But if you’re
up for a short drive or bike
ride into the woods, past
sprawling corn fields, along a
lazy river, to a small piece of
New England quintessence,
try the Hemlock Covered
Bridge. Dating from the
1850s, the bridge offers a
vivid glimpse into the craftsmanship of the past while
the surrounding area exudes
tranquility. Though you’ll
have to bring your own chair
or blanket, the ambience here
certainly exceeds any lack of
amenities.
Harrison
Crystal Lake Park: Just beyond the Harrison downtown
on Route 117, Crystal Lake
lives up to its name—translucent waters, impeccable visibility of the surrounding area
and easy access from all parts
of the Lakes Region. The park
offers picnic and cookout
amenities, plenty of green
space for games and activities, a ballfield and basketball
court, beach for swimming
and a playground for the little
ones.
Lovell
The Narrows: A few miles
outside of the small Lovell
village you’ll find the scenic
“Narrows,” a short causeway
that bisects the area’s major
body of water, Kezar Lake.
Sebago Lake State Park:
Located on the north shore
of Maine’s second largest
lake, Sebago Lake State Park
offers just about everything
you’d want from a relaxing
day outdoors: lake swimming, sandy beaches, picnic
areas, volleyball nets and
horseshoe pits, playgrounds,
boat launches and stunning
views. While you may not be
the only visitor to the park,
its popularity speaks to the
pleasures inherent to this
great body of water.
Raymond
Veterans Memorial Park: Easy
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just minutes from Sebago
Lake, Veteran’s Memorial Park
offers places to sit and eat
with views of Panther Run. If
you’re willing to pay a small
fee, nearby Tassel Top Park
provides grills as well as a
nature walk along the edge of
Sebago Lake.
Sebago
Douglas Mountain: If in Sebago, treat yourself to an easy
climb up Douglas Mountain,
suitable for kids, dogs and
hikers of any expertise. At the
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Dining Al Fresco
stone tower—fun for kids and
enhancing the views of Sebago Lake—as well as stretches
of grass to lay a blanket for a
mountaintop picnic.
Stow
Evan’s Notch: Since you’re
already right next door, why
not take a short drive into the
White Mountains National
Forest and visit Shell Pond
and Rattlesnake Gorge. Here
you’ll find plenty of spots to
picnic, a hiking trail around
the pond or up to the gorge,
and breathtaking views. This
particular getaway makes for
a perfect day trip into the
mountains.
Sweden
Waterford
Pietree Orchards: Pick your
own apples, bask in the
sunshine, take in the views of
the surrounding hills—what’s
not to like? With plenty of
activities to enjoy, picnic
tables to eat your lunch, a
gift shop where you’ll find all
kinds of artisanal products,
and the lovely winding roads,
lined with old farmhouses,
that lead you to and from,
this orchard will leave you
feeling immersed in Maine
tradition. And don’t forget an
apple cider doughnut on your
way out!
Waterford Flat: Nestled upon
the northern shore of the
small and endearing Keoka
Lake, this historic village is
the ideal location for a quiet
picnic beneath the shade of
an old oak tree. From a
simple park bench you’ll be
compelled to marvel at the architecture of yesteryear, dispel
your worries upon a fine summer breeze, and allow yourself
to be soothed by the quiet of
your surroundings. Nearby,
is the Waterford Historical
Society and Museum as well
as Elm Vale Cemetery, the final resting place of venerated
humorist Artemus Ward.
Morning Glory
Diner
78 Portland Rd., Bridgton
207-647-9606
Sunday 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Mon. - Sat. 6 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Early Bird Specials
Mon. - Fri. 6 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Homemade Hash, Muffins and Daily Specials
www.morningglorydiner.net
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The Wedding of Your Dreams
a lifetime of companionship.
Accordingly, the setting for
your wedding, one that is
comfortable, convenient and
attractive, is of utmost importance. Here in the Greater
Bridgton Lakes Region, the
natural beauty paired with
a host of welcoming venues
makes finding the perfect
wedding location easy and
fun. Choose from one of these
wonderful places and you’ll be
well on your way to planning
the wedding of your dreams.
Your wedding day is perhaps
the most important day of
your life: this landmark event
signifies the union between
you and your partner; it allows your friends and family
to celebrate the love that you
share; and it sets the stage for
Shawnee Peak— Perched
upon the rolling slopes of
Pleasant Mountain, Shawnee Peak Resort offers you a
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wedding venue with incredible views all weekend long.
When you use their facilities,
the resort’s staff members will
welcome you in on mid-Friday, giving you the remainder
of the day to prepare for a
Saturday reception--and no
need to vacate until Sunday.
Choose from either Blizzard’s
Pub, which comfortably
seats 150 people and features
a large dance floor and an
outdoor deck, or The Great
Room, which comfortably
seats 75 people and features
post-and-beam architecture
and cathedral ceilings. Food
courtesy of seasoned Chef
Scott Condon and ceremony
packages are also available.
www.shawneepeak.com
The Noble House Inn—
This Bed and Breakfast just
outside of Bridgton’s downtown and above Highland
Lake specializes in intimate
gatherings that are elegant,
affordable and stress-free.
Use their in-house wedding
planner to arrange your
perfect ceremony and reception during any season or
holiday, complete with local
and organic food prepared
on-site. Numerous wedding
packages available. www.
noblehousebb.com
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The Songo River Queen II
This modern day replica of
the famed Mississippi River
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and is perfect for a wedding
upon beautiful Long Lake.
With the White Mountains
as your backdrop, enjoy
the open upper deck or the
fully-enclosed lower deck,
a fully-stocked cocktail bar
and a great selection of food
as your entire wedding party
paddles through pristine water and past the ever-changing
scenery. www.songoriverqueen.net
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Bear Mountain Inn sits on
25 Acres of field and forest
with rolling hills and a large
wedding deck overlooking
Bear Lake, making it the ideal
wedding venue for a pictureperfect Maine wedding. It has
been described by brides and
grooms as being, “As near
to heaven as one can only
dream about for the perfect
wedding.” From outdoor tent
weddings for as many as 250
guests to smaller indoor ceremonies for up to 50 guests,
Bear Mountain Inn will see
to everything. Celebrate your
Maine wedding in style with a
day you will cherish for a lifetime! www.bearmtninn.com
The Highland Lake Resort
If you’re looking for the ultimate lakeside wedding, The
Highland Lake Resort can
give you just that. Featuring
400 feet of shoreline, room
for as many as 125 guests,
and an experienced staff, this
resort provides you with the
space and hospitality you
need on your special day.
Handle all your wedding details personally or leave it up
to them; either way makes for
an unforgettable event. www.
highlandlakeresort.com
Our Towns
Bridgton 04009
No matter your
Bridgton, “A Place for All
needs while visiting
Seasons,” is the hub of the
the Greater Bridgton Greater Bridgton Lakes
Region. Eleven lakes and
Lakes Region, you
ponds are found within the
are always guaranteed town’s boundaries, including
to find the resources Highland Lake, Long Lake
and Moose Pond. Outdoor
you require.
recreation, summer camps,
Whether it’s emergency
assistance, questions about
town policy, or just a place
to catch up on some e-mails,
the Greater Bridgton area is
equipped to serve and protect
you. And if you should find
yourself lost or turned-around,
never hesitate to ask the locals
for help; this is the kind of
place where people look out
for one another. (Note: Numbers below are for inquiries
only. In the case of an emergency, always dial 911.)
theatres, galleries, shops, restaurants and other amenities,
including Bridgton Hospital,
are all located here.
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Brownfield 04010
Mountains, the Saco River
and the 5,700-acre Brownfield Bog are the dominant
features in Brownfield. Burnt
Meadow and Pequawket
Ponds offer peace and quiet.
The town has been rebuilt
since the Great Fire of 1947
ravaged all but six homes.
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Farmers’ Market: Saturdays
8-1, May thru November;
Depot St. behind Reny’s
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County: Oxford
Square Miles: 45.45 sq. miles
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Casco 04015
Within the town’s boundaries you’ll find nine ponds
plus Pleasant Lake, Thompson Lake and Sebago Lake.
Crooked River winds its way
through town and on toward
Sebago Lake. Spectacular
sunset views are enjoyed from
Hacker’s Hill. Casco Days is
always the last Saturday in
July.
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Farmers Market: Thursdays
9AM-2PM, May thru September; 940 Meadow Rd.
Library: 207-452-2200
Transfer Station: 207-452-2987
County: Oxford
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Population: 1,145
Fryeburg 04037
Fryeburg is proud to be “The
Oldest Town in Oxford
County.” The town is packed
with history, including
Lovewell’s Fight, recreational
opportunities and great views
of the White Mountains. The
Saco River, Hemlock Covered
Bridge and the Fryeburg Fair
are hometown favorites.
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Harrison 04040
Lovell 04016
Naples 04055
“The Friendly Village” of
Harrison is nestled between
Long and Crystal Lakes. This
small town hosts Old Home
Days Celebrations in July,
“Back to the Past” at Scribner’s
Mill in August and Christmas
in Harrison each December.
Deertrees Theatre is a summer
performing arts venue.
Lovell stretches along pristine
nine-mile Kezar Lake. Lake
and mountain views are sensational throughout town. Each
summer, Lovell celebrates
Old Home Days in July and
the annual Arts and Artisans
Craft Fair in August.
A picturesque village situated
between Brandy Pond and
Long Lake, Naples is “The
Heart of the Lakes Region.”
The Causeway serves as the
center of activity throughout the year--events include
Maine Lakes Blues Fest,
Mountainside Woodies Classic Boat and Auto Show and
Winter Carnival and Radar
Run.
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County: Cumberland
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Denmark 04022
Moose Pond, Hancock and
Sands Ponds, plus Pleasant
Mountain, define the village
of Denmark as “Beautiful
by Nature.” Denmark Arts
Center brings people together
to enjoy a variety of entertainment options. The town is
home to Camp Wyonegonic,
the oldest continuously run
summer camp for girls.
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www.denmarkmaine.org
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Farmers Market: Fridays 1PM5PM, May thru September;
Town Office parking lot
School District: Oxford Hills
School District (MSAD 17)
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www.lovellmaine.us
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9AM-1PM, May thru October; Route 5
County: Oxford
County: Cumberland
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Population: 1,140
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www.townofnaples.org
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Farmers Market: Thursdays
10AM-2PM, May thru September; Naples Village Green
Our Towns
Houses of Worship
Stow 04037
Stow is Maine’s gateway to
Evans Notch and the White
Mountain National Forest.
Rattlesnake Gorge offers a
refreshing respite along the
Stone House Trail of Blueberry Mountain. Deer Hill Bog,
a 25-acre wetland, is home to
a variety of flora and fauna-including moose.
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County: Oxford
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thru September, 709 Roosevelt Trail
County: Cumberland
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School District: Windham
Raymond School District
(RSU 14)
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Raymond 04071
Raymond sits along the
northeastern shore of Sebago
Lake. A hike up Rattlesnake
Mountain offers a fantastic
view of the lake, Panther
Pond, Crescent Lake and the
White Mountains. Nathaniel
Hawthorne spent part of his
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1925 in Raymond. Today,
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paved walkway enhanced by
many gardens.
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www.raymondmaine.org
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Saturdays 8AM-1PM, May
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County: Cumberland
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Sweden 04040
Tucked into the rolling hills,
Sweden is off the beaten path.
Stonewalls, a prevalent site
throughout town, speak of
abandoned pastures, plowing
for agriculture and boundary
markers. The townspeople
gather for special celebrations
and community suppers at
the town hall. Each summer,
they celebrate Sweden Days.
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County: Oxford
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Sebago 04029
Sebago is located on the western shore of the state’s second
largest body of water, Sebago
Lake. Abenaki for “a great
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square miles in surface area.
Douglas Mountain offers a
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to the White Mountains and
east to the Atlantic Ocean.
Maine Maple Sunday and
Sebago Days are town-wide
celebrations.
Waterford 04088
“A Peaceful Village,” Waterford is nestled into the
rolling hills of western
Maine. Waterbodies include Keoka Lake and Five Kezars,
Papoose, McWain, Bear,
Duck, and Little Moose
Ponds. White clapboard houses, most on the National Register of Historic Places, center
around the town common in
historic Waterford Flats. The
common is home to the annual Waterford 5K Road Race
and Chili Fest each fall.
Town Office: 207-787-2457,
www.townofsebago.org
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School District: Oxford Hills
School District (MSAD 17)
County: Oxford
Square Miles: 52.92
Population 1,542
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Pleasant Mountain Orthodox
207-452-2228
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Bradley Church
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HARRISON
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Saint Raymond Catholic Chapel
207-892-8288
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Membership by Town
BRIDGTON
A Landmark Inn, Motel & Cottages
A Plus Plumbing & Heating
All Moosed Home
Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice
At The Lakes Real Estate
Beth’s Kitchen Café
Birthwise Midwifery Schools & Birth House
Bridgton Academy
Bridgton Alliance Church
Bridgton Art Guild – Gallery 302
Bridgton Arts & Crafts
Bridgton Books
Bridgton Community Center
Bridgton Dental Associates
Bridgton Dental Hygiene Care, PA
Bridgton Easy Riders Snowmobile Club
Bridgton Economic Community Corp.
Bridgton Health & Residential Care Center
Bridgton Highlands Golf & Tennis
Bridgton Historical Society
Bridgton Hospital
Bridgton Lions Club
Bridgton News
Bridgton Printery
Bridgton Public Library
Bridgton Recreation Advancement Group
(BRAG)
Brill Lumber
Brookline Cottages
Camp Micah
Campfire Grille
Central Maine Power
Chalmers Insurance & Real Estate
Chandel Associates
Chandler Funeral Homes & Cremation
Service
Chapman’s Lawn & Yard Works
Cliff Roderick, Inc.
Community H.E.L.P., Inc
Connecting Companions
Corn Shop Trading Company
Cry Of The Loon Travel
Dead River Company
Depot Street Tap House
Douglass Construction
Elegance Salon
Everlast Roofing, Inc.
Fiber Arts Cottage
Firefly Boutique
First Congregational Church, UCC
First Impressions Cleaning, Inc.
Fitton Cottages
Five Fields Farm
Fred Demers Associates, Inc. – Career
Coaching
Girl Scouts of America Camp Pondicherry
Good Neighbors, Inc.
Grace Christian Church
Grady’s West Shore Motel
Hancock Lumber Company
Hatch Excavation, Inc.
Hayes True Value Hardware & Just Ask
Rental
Highland Lake Resort, LLC
Hoenig & Hoenig, An Ameriprise Private
Wealth Advisory Practice
Huntress & Associates, P.A.
JDecor
Jewish Community Centers Maccabi Camp
Kingswood
Jones & Matthews, P.A.
KeyBank
Lake Region Auto Supply – NAPA
Lake Region Nursery
Lakes Region Television
Lakes Environmental Association
Lake Region Vineyard Church
Lakeside Garden Club
Lakeside Pines Campground
Lopez Properties
Loon Echo Land Trust
Macdonald Motors
Mack’s Place
Magic Lantern Movie Theatre
Main Eco Homes
Maine Lakeside Getaways
Maine Street Graphics
McDonald’s of Bridgton
McHatton’s Water Damage Specialist
McIver Electrical Contracting, Inc.
Meade’s Cottages, LLC
Merryfield Cove Cottages
Michael G. Friedman, Esq. P.A.
Morning Glory Diner
Mountain Mini Self Storage, LLC
Mountain View Dentistry
Ms. C’s Computer Repair
Muddy River Signs
Nawandyn Estate
Noble House Inn
Oberg Insurance & Real Estate Agency, Inc.
Pleasant Mountain Inn
Pleasant Mountain Presbyterian Church
Pleasant View Too, B&B
Premier Physical Therapy
Punkin Valley Restaurant
QuickBooks Doctor/Lake Region Accounting
Solutions
Renys
REW Property Rentals, Inc.
Rolfe Corporation
Rotary Club of Bridgton-Lakes Region
Ruby Food
Rufus Porter Museum, Inc.
Russell B. Boisvert, Esq.
Sebago Sailing
Shawnee Peak Ski Area
Southern Maine Retirement Services
Sporthaus Ski & Sport Shop
Squeaky Clean Laundry
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church
Subway
Sunrise Management
Superior Paint & Supply
Swing Gem Golf
Tarry-A-While Resort, Inc.
Tasteful Things
TD Bank, NA
Ten Lakes Chiropractic Clinic
Thrifts & Gifts, LLC
Tri-County Mental Health
Twin Lakes Studio
Type A Typeset
Unc’l Lunkers Bait & Tackle
United Ambulance
Vintage Souls
WAM Alarm Systems
Water’s Edge Gallery
Westwood Cottages
Winona Camps
Winter Sport Condo
BROWNFIELD
Heart & Hand
CASCO
House of Shabby Chic & Antiques
Lakes Region Boat & Firewood Sales
MSAD 61 & 72 Regional Adult & Community
Education
Point Sebago Resort
Watkin’s Flowers
DENMARK
Ace Insurance Agency
Cardinal Printing Co., Inc.
Denmark Arts Center
Downeast Energy
Lake Living Magazine
Tai Chi Maine
Wyonegonic Camps, Inc.
FRYEBURG
D & D’s Necessary Rooms
Fish Street Design
Fryeburg Business Association
Fryeburg Fair
Harvest Hills Animal Shelter
Hastings Malia, P.A.
Hunting Dearborn, Inc.
Oxford House Inn & Restaurant
Papa’s Floral & Gifts
Physician Engineered Products
Saco Valley Sports Center
WebMarc Solutions
HARRISON
Crystal Cottage
Deertrees Theatre & Cultural Center
Dyer Excavation & Septic Services
Gateway Marina, Inc.
Happiness Is…
Hillside Cabins on Long Lake
JW Publishing
Market Basket
Worster Rubbish
LOVELL
Moulton Construction, LLC
Rocky Ridge Guide Service
NAPLES
207 Realty
Anne Plummer & Associates
Colonial Mast Campground
Country Road Cottages
DownEast Engraving, Inc.
Evergreen Credit Union
Fern Hill Farm Bed & Breakfast
Four Seasons Camping Area
Lake Region Caterers, Inc.
Lakes Region Properties
Lakeview Inn
Lamb’s Mill Inn
Maine Blues Festival
Merced’s on Brandy Pond
Mercer Photography
Moose Landing Marina
Naples Golf & Country Club
Naples Marina
Romah Motor Inn
Songo River Queen II
Umbrella Factory, DBA Tony’s Foodland
White Mountain Orthodontics, PA
RAYMOND
Krainin Real Estate
Mexicali Blues
SEBAGO
Crabtree’s Blueberries & Old Books Collection
Gene Bahr Wildlife Creations
Irish Well Drilling
Sebago Lake Cottages
SWEDEN
Camp Encore/Coda
Pietree Orchard
WATERFORD
The Waterford Inne
OTHER BUSINESSES
Paychex – Auburn
Presidential Pest Control – Berlin, NH
Department of Economic & Community
Development – Brunswick
Telling Tails Training Center – Center
Conway
Lewis Brothers Landscaping – Falmouth
Budget Document Technology – Lewiston
Alpine Web Design – North Conway
Conway Daily Sun – North Conway
Diane Reo, State Farm – North Conway
Ham Charitable Foundation – North Conway
Mt. Washington Radio & Gramophone –
North Conway
Norway Savings Bank – Norway
West Coast Maine Magazine – Norway
Oxford Casino – Oxford
Wolf Cove Inn – Poland
Poland Springs Bottling Company – Poland
Spring
American Red Cross Blood Services –
Portland
County of Cumberland – Portland
Discover Maine Magazine – Portland
Oxford Hills SCORE – South Paris
Home Health Visiting Nurses – Saco
A+ Party Rentals – Scarborough
Exit Key Real Estate – Shapleigh
Bolsters Decorating – South Paris
Western Maine Economic Development
Council – South Paris
Tasker Payment Gateways LLC – South
Portland
The Opportunity Alliance – South Portland
Turner Publishing – Turner
Lake Region Weekly – Westbrook
Anovia Payments – Windham
Law Office of Dawn D. Dyer - Windham
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Index
Member Directory
Animal Services
Antiques and Gift Shops
Architects
Artisans and Galleries
Auto and Transportation Services
B & B’s and Country Inns
Barbers & Hair Salons
Beads and Notions
Boating and Marinas
Book Stores and Office Supplies
Business/Home Essential Services
Camps and Campgrounds
Catering
Clothing and Other Retail
Computers and Information Technologies
Credit Card Processing
Decorating
Dental Seråvices
Education and Libraries
Entertainment
Excavation & Septic Services
Fairs and Festivals
Farms and Ranches
Fiber & Yarn
Financial Services
Florists and Nurseries
Food Retailers
Funeral
Furniture/Home Furnishings
Golf and Other
Guide Services
Home and Building Supplies
Home Building, Maintenance and Service
Hospitals and Healthcare
Insurance
Internet Services
Landscaping
Laundry - Dry Cleaning
Lawyers
Mind/Body/Spirit
Motels, Hotels and Resorts
Moving & Storage
Museums
Non-Profit Organizations
Party – Event Rental Supplies
Pest Control
Photography
Portable Lavatories
Printing and Signs
Publications and Media
Real Estate and Brokerage
Restaurants
Retail
Sight Seeing - Cruise Boats
Skiing and Snow Sports
Sports and Recreation
Theatres and Music Venues
Travel Agents
Utilities and Industry
Vacation and Cottage Rentals
Wedding - Travel and Lodging
Wedding - Vendors
Wedding - Venues
Worship
ANIMAL SERVICES
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1389 Bridgton Road
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-4358
www.harvesthills.org
Telling Tails Training Center
285 Main Street
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-642-3693
www.tellingtailstraining.com
ANTIQUES AND GIFT SHOPS
Corn Shop Trading Co.
179 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-9090
House of Shabby Chic
23 Roosevelt Trail
Casco, ME 04015
207-655-6237
Vintage Souls
3 Pleasant Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-239-2493
ARCHITECTS
Fish Street Design
343 Fish Street
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-697-2277
www.fishstreetdesign.com
ARTISANS AND GALLERIES
Bridgton Art Guild-Gallery 302
112 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2787
www.gallery302.org
Gene Bahr Wildlife Creations
1306 Bridgton Road
Sebago, ME 04029
207-647-5238
www.genebahr.com
AUTO AND TRANSPORTATION
SERVICES
Lake Region Auto Supply
237 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8737
Macdonald Motors
456 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3304
www.macdonaldmotors.com
Superior Paint
316 Portland Rd.
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-4465
AWARDS & GIFTS
Downeast Engraving
1800 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-7064
www.downeastengraving.com
B & B’s & COUNTRY INNS
A Landmark Inn
12 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2000
Fern Hill Farm Bed &
Breakfast
150 Wiley Road
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-4320
www.fernhillfarm.com
Lakeview Inn
15 Lake House Road
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-9099
www.lakeviewinnmaine.com
Lamb’s Mill Inn
131 Lamb’s Mill Road
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-6253
www.lambsmillinn.com
Twin Lakes Studio
53 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-4411
Noble House Inn
81 Highland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3733
www.NobleHouseInn.com
118 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3433
www.watersedgeme.com
548 Main Street
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-3442
www.oxfordhouseinn.com
Pleasant View Too, B&B
118 Sam Ingalls Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-9578
www.pleasantview2.com
Tarry-A-While Resort
17 Tarry-A-While Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2522
www.tarryawhileresort.com
The Waterford Inne
258 Chadbourne Road
Waterford, ME 04088
207-583-4037
www.waterfordinne.com
Wolf Cove Inn
5 Jordan Shore Drive
Poland, ME 04274
207-998-4976
www.wolfcoveinn.com
BEADS & NOTIONS
118 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3433
www.watersedgeme.com
BOATING AND MARINAS
Gateway Marina
15 Main Street
Harrison, ME 04040
207-583-2628
www.gatewaymarinalonglake.com
Moose Landing Marina
32 Moose Landing Trail
Naples, ME 04055
207-846-9050
www.mooselandingmarina.com
Naples Marina
34 Naples Marina Drive
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-6964
www.naplesmarinamaine.com
Sebago Sailing
Kettle Cove
Casco, ME 04015
207-647-4400
www.sebagosailing.com
841 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-6861
BOOK STORES AND OFFICE
SUPPLIES
Bridgton Books
140 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2122
Crabtree’s Collection Old Books
703 Bridgton Road
Sebago, ME 04029
207-787-2730
www.crabcoll.com
BUSINESS/HOME ESSENTIAL
SERVICES
Anovia
Casco, ME 04015
207-831-8901
www.drowe.acndirect.com
Fred Demers Associates, Inc.
Career Coaching
11 Shorey Grove
Bridgton, ME 04009
443-869-0006
www.freddemersassociates.com
Tasker Payment Gateways
50 Market Street
S. Portland, ME 04106
207-772-8737
http://taskerpaymentgateways.com/
CAMPS AND CAMPGROUNDS
Camp Encore/Coda
50 Encore Coda Lane
Sweden, ME 04040
207-647-3947
www.encore-coda.com
Camp Micah
156 Moose Cove Lodge Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8999
www.campmicah.com
Colonial Mast Campground
1 Colonial Mast Road
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-6652
www.colonialmast.com
JCC Maccabi Camp Kingswood
104 Wildwood Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3969
www.kingswood.org
Lakeside Pines Campground
54 Lakeside Pines Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3935
www.lakesidepinescamping.com
Point Sebago
261 Point Sebago Road
Casco, ME 04015
207-655-3821
www.pointsebago.com
Winona Camps
35 Winona Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3721
www.winonacamps.com
Wyonegonic Camps
215 Wyonegonic Road
Denmark, ME 04022
207-452-2051
www.wyonegonic.com
CATERING
18 King Hill Road
Naples, ME 04055
207-787-3327
www.lakeregioncaterers.com
Beth’s Kitchen Cafe
108 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
4207-647-5211
www.bethskitchencafe.com
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2522
CLOTHING & OTHER RETAIL
Four Seasons Camping Area
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-6797
www.fourseasonscampingarea.com
DownEast Engraving
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-7064
www.downeastengraving.com
Girl Scouts of America Camp
Pondicherry
85 Camp Pondicherry Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-772-1177
www.girlscoutsofmaine.org
Firefly Boutique
82 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-1149
www.fireflyshop.US
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Mexicali Blues
Raymond, ME 04071
207-655-3901
www.mexicaliblues.com
Renys
151 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
1-800-639-1640
www.renys.com
Thrifts and Gifts
1209 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-803-2317
www.thrifts-and-gifts.com
COMPUTERS AND
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES
Alpine Web Design
PO Box 1396
North Conway, NH 03860
603-356-8797
www.alpineweb.com
Budget Document
Technology
251 Goddard Road
Lewiston, ME 04240
800-924-4229
www.bdtme.com
Ms. C’s Computer Repair
27 Zion Hill Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-228-5279
www.mscscomputerrepair.com
WebMarc Solutions – WMS
PO Box 66
http://www.webmarcsolutions.com
CREDIT CARD PROCESSING
Anovia
Casco, ME 04015
207-831-8901
www.drowe.acndirect.com
DECORATING
Bolster’s Decorating, Inc.
9 Market Square
South Paris, ME 04281
207-743-9202
www.bolstersdecorating.com
DENTAL SERVICES
138 Harrison Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8052
www.bridgtondental.com
171-B Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-4125
www.bdhc.me
Mountain View Dentistry
42 Highland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3628
White Mountain Orthodontics, PA
713 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, ME 04055
207-894-8700
www.whitemountainortho.com
EDUCATION AND LIBRARIES
Birthwise Midwifery Schools & The
Birth House
24 S. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5965
www.birthwisemidwifery.edu
www.birthhouseme.com
Bridgton Academy
11 Academy Lane
N. Bridgton, ME 04057
207-647-3322
www.bridgtonacademy.org
Bridgton Public Library
1 Church Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2472
www.bridgton.lib.me.us
M.S.A.D. #61 & #72 Regional Adult
and Community Education
1437 Poland Spring Road
Casco, ME 04015
207-627-4291
www.crookedriver.maineadulted.org
ENTERTAINMENT
Oxford Casino
152 Main Street
Oxford, ME 04270
207-539-6758
www.oxfordcasino.com
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EXCAVATION & SEPTIC
SERVICES
Dyer Excavation & Septic Services
722 Norway Road
Harrison, ME 04040
207-583-4546
FAIRS AND FESTIVALS
Fryeburg Fair
Fryeburg Fairgrounds
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-3268
www.fryeburgfair.org
Maine Blues Festival
PO Box 548
Naples, ME 04055
207-333-2135
www.mainebluesfestival.com
Evergreen Credit Union-Naples
838 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-4222
www.evergreencreditunion.org
Hoenig & Hoenig, A Financial
Advisory Group of Ameriprise
Financial Services, Inc.
240 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-4161
http://www.ameripriseadvisors.com/
team/hoenig-hoenig/
Huntress & Associates, P.A.
185 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-739-7000
Jones & Matthews
472 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3668
FARMS AND RANCHES
Crabtree’s Pick Your Own
Blueberries
703 Bridgton Rd.
Sebago, ME 04029
207-787-2730
www.crabcoll.com
KeyBank-Bridgton
232 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3353
www.key.com
Five Fields Farm
720 S. Bridgton Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2425
www.fivefieldsski.com
Norway Savings Bank-Norway
261 Maine Street
Norway, ME 04268
207-743-7986
www.norwaysavingsbank.com
Pietree Orchard
803 Waterford Road
Sweden, ME 04040
207-647-9419
www.pietreeorchards.com
FIBER & YARN
Norway Savings Bank-Bridgton
1 Harrison Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3344
Fiber Arts Cottage
3 Harrison Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2233
www.fiberartscottage.com
Norway Savings Bank-Fryeburg
557 Main Street, Suite A
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-2051
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Norway Savings Bank-Naples
621 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-6224
Chandel Associates
3 Elm Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5711
Paychex
126 Merrow Road
Auburn, ME 04210
207-784-0178
www.paychex.com
Diane Reo – State Farm Agent
1205 Eastman Road
N. Conway, NH 03860
207-935-1500
www.dianereo.com
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Quickbooks Doctor/Lake Region
Accounting Solutions
300 Portland Road, Suite 4
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-515-0365
http://cashflowrollercoaster.com/
lake-region-accounting-solutions/
TD Bank, NA
176 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5884
www.tdbank.com
FLORISTS AND NURSERIES
Heart and Hand, Inc.
109 Main Street
Brownfield, ME 04010
http://heartandhandlandscape.com/
Lake Region Nursery
718 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3387
523 Main Street
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-7700
www.papasfloral.com
Watkin’s Flowers
791 Roosevelt Trail
Casco, ME 04015
207-655-5459
www.watkinsflowersme.com
FOOD RETAILERS
JDecor
31 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5555
www.jdecormaine.com
Pietree Orchard
803 Waterford Road
Sweden, ME 04040
207-647-9419
www.pietreeorchards.com
Poland Spring Bottling Co.
123 Preservation Way
Poland Springs, ME 04274
207-998-6405
www.nestlewatersnorthamerica.com
Tasteful Things
32 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
The Umbrella Factory d/b/a/ Tony’s
Foodland
639 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-3988
www.umbrellafactoryofmaine.com
GUIDE SERVICES
Rocky Ridge Guide Service
8 Ridge Road
Lovell, ME 04051
207-925-6262
www.rockyridgemaineguide.com
FUNERAL
HAIR & NAIL SALONS
Chandler Funeral Homes and
Cremation Service
8 Elm Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-743-8402
www.chandlerfunerals.com
Elegance Salon
1 Depot Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3799
FURNITURE/HOME
FURNISHINGS
JDecor
31 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5555
www.jdecormaine.com
GOLF AND OTHER
Bridgton Highlands Golf & Tennis
379 Highland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3491
www.bridgtonhighlands.com
Naples Golf & Country Club
136 Sebago Road
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-6424
www.naplesgolfcourse.com
Point Sebago Golf Course
Casco, ME 04015
207-655-3821
http://www.pointsebago.com/golf
Saco Valley Sports CenterCandlepin Bowling & Virtual Golf
95 Pine Street
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-3777
www.sacovalleysportscenter.com
Swing Gem Golf
383 Highland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-595-0873
www.swinggemgolf.com
HOME AND BUILDING SUPPLIES
Brill Lumber Co.
159 Harrison Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3776
Everlast Roofing, Inc.
24 J.R. Mains Drive
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5500
www.everlastroofing.com
Hancock Lumber Co.
116 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8333
www.hancocklumber.com
Hayes True Value Hardware & Just
Ask Rental
204 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3342
HOME BUILDING,
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
A+ Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
209 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2029
www.bridgtonservicecenter.com
Chapman’s Lawn & Yard Works
814 S. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5255
Douglass Construction
597 Sweden Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3732
www.douglassconstruciton-me.com
Rolfe Corporation
91 Homerun Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-9500
www.rolfecorp.com
Bridgton Hospital
10 Hospital Drive
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-6000
www.bridgtonhospital.org
Downeast Energy
48 Bullring Road
Denmark, ME 04022
207-452-2151
www.downeastenergy.com
Sunrise Management, Inc.
1 Mountain Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2591
Connecting Companions
49 Willis Park Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2149
www.connectingcompanions.com
First Impressions Cleaning, Inc.
9 Moose Pond Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5096
Hancock Lumber Co.
116 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8333
www.hancocklumber.com
Hatch Excavation Inc.
65 Wayside Avenue
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2171
www.hatchexcavation.com
Heart and Hand, Inc.
109 Main Street
Brownfield, ME 04010
http://heartandhandlandscape.com/
Irish Well Drilling
43 Taylor Rd
Sebago, ME 04029
207-647-2520
Lakes Region Boat & Firewood
Sales
1076 Meadow Road
Casco, ME 04015
207-998-3023
Main Eco Homes
171 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3883
www.maineecohomes.com
Cliff Roderick, Inc.
297 N. Bridgton Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8058
McHatton’s Water Damage
Specialist
719 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
800-850-2822
MchattonsWDS.com
Dead River Company
161 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2882
www.deadriver.com
McIver Electrical Contracting, Inc.
221 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3664
www.mciverelectric.com
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WAM Alarm Systems
73 Luck Grove
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2323
Worster Rubbish
14 Vacationland Road
Harrison, ME 04040
207-583-6914
HOSPITALS AND HEALTHCARE
Androscoggin Home Care &
Hospice
15 Strawberry Avenue
Lewiston, ME 04240
207-777-7740
www.ahch.org
Birthwise Midwifery Schools & The
Birth House
24 S. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5965
www.birthwisemidwifery.edu
www.birthhouseme.com
138 Harrison Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8052
www.bridgtondental.com
171-B Portland Rd.
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-4125
www.bdhc.me
Bridgton Eye Care
59 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2030
www.bridgtoneyecare.com
Bridgton Health & Residential Care
Center
186 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8821
Home Health Visiting Nurses
15 Industrial Park Road
Saco, ME 04072
207-284-4566
www.homehealth.org
Premier Physical Therapy
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2727
www.premierpt.biz
Ten Lakes Chiropractic Clinic
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-9900
Tri-County Mental Health
32 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-783-4663 X 158
www.tcmhs.org
United Ambulance
32 Hospital Drive
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3260
www.unitedambulance.com
INSURANCE
Ace Insurance Agency, Inc.
43 E. Main Street
Denmark, ME 04022
207-452-2411
www.aceinsurance.biz
Chalmers Insurance & Real Estate
100 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3311
www.chalmersinsurancegroup.com
Diane Reo – State Farm Agent
1205 Eastman Road
N. Conway, NH 03860
207-935-1500
www.dianereo.com
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Oberg Insurance & Real Estate
Agency, Inc.
132 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5551
www.obergrealestate.com
MOTELS, HOTELS AND
RESORTS
12 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2000
Southern Maine Retirement Svcs.
150 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2900
www.smaineretirement.com
LANDSCAPING
Grady’s West Shore Motel
177 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-803-2046
www.gradysmotel.synasite.com
Highland Lake Resort
115 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5301
www.highlandlakeresort.com
Lewis Brothers Landscaping
46 Gray Road
Falmouth, ME 04105
207-781-2876
www.lewisbrothers.net
Pleasant Mountain Inn
656 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-4505
www.pleasantmountaininn.com
LAUNDRY & DRY CLEANING
Squeaky Clean Laundry
4 Maple Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-9372
http://www.bridgtonlaundry.com
Point Sebago Resort
Casco, ME 04015
207-655-3821
www.pointsebago.com
LAWYERS
Hastings Malia, P.A.
376 Main Street
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-2061
www.hastings-law.com
1270 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2784
www.punkinvalley.com
Law Office of Dawn D. Dyer
585 Roosevelt Trail
Windham, ME 04062
207-893-8100
www.dawndyerlaw.com
Romah Motor Inn
310 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-6690
www.romahmotorinn.com
Michael G. Friedman, Esq. P.A.
132 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8360
MOVING AND STORAGE
Mountain Mini Self Storage, LLC
408 Harrison Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2261
www.mmstorage.com
Russell Boisvert Law Office
472 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3332
MUSEUMS
MIND - BODY - SPIRIT
Bridgton Historical Society
5 Gibbs Avenue
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3699
www.bridgtonhistory.org
Tai Chi Maine
Bridgton Town Hall
26 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
www.taichiinmaine.com
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Rufus Porter Museum
67 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2828
www.rufusportermuseum.org
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
American Red Cross Blood
Services
524 Forest Avenue
Portland, ME 04101
207-775-2367
www.redcross.org
368 Harrison Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2027
www.bridgtonalliancechurch.org
Bridgton Arts & Crafts
12 Depot Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8781
15 Depot Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3116
Bridgton Economic Development
Corp.
PO Box 130
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-803-2106
www.bridgtonEDC.com
Bridgton Lions Club
15 Depot Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/
Bridgton
Bridgton Recreation Advancement
Group (BRAG)
456 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-653-7676
www.todaysbrag.com
Community H.E.L.P., Inc.
7 Nulty Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5000
County Of Cumberland
142 Federal Street
Portland, ME 04101
207-871-8380
www.cumberlandcounty.org
Department of Economic &
Community Development
8 Venture Ave.
Brunswick, ME 04011
207-592-0448
Lakes Environmental Assoc.
230 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8580
www.www.mainelakes.org
Evergreen Credit Union-Naples
838 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-4222
www.evergreencreditunion.org
Lakeside Garden Club
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-935-3947
33 S. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3936
www.bridgtonnucc.org
Fryeburg Business Association
PO Box 654
Fryeburg, ME 04037
www.fryeburgbusiness.com
Girl Scouts of America Camp
Pondicherry
85 Camp Pondicherry Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-772-1177
www.girlscoutsofmaine.org
Good Neighbors, Inc.
119 Sandy Creek Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8244
www.goodneighborsinc.com
11 Pinhook Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2796
www.grace-christian-church-mecom
Ham Charitable Foundation, The
PO Box 2853
N. Conway, NH 03860
603-356-3389
http://hamcharitablefoundation.org/
1389 Bridgton Road
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-4358
www.harvesthills.org
402 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-808-1332
www.lrvc.org
8 Depot Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-4352
www.lelt.org
Oxford Hills SCORE
2 Market Square
South Paris, ME 04281
207-743-0499
www.oxfordhills.score.org
Pleasant Mountain Presbyterian
Church
30 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-9009
www.pmopc.org
Rotary Club of Bridgton-Lake
Region
Meets at Bridgton Alliance Church
Rt. 117
Bridgton, ME 04009
www.lakeregionrotary.org
Rufus Porter Museum
67 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2828
www.rufusportermuseum.org
42 Sweden Road (Rt. 93)
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8549
www.stpetersbridgton.org
The Opportunity Alliance
50 Lydia Lane
S. Portland, ME 04106
207-553-5939
communitiessupportinghealth.org
Western Maine Economic
Development Council
15-17 Market Square
S. Paris, ME 04281
207-739-6545
www.wmedc.org
PARTY-EVENT RENTAL
SUPPLIES
A+ Party Rental
10 Washington Avenue
Scarborough, ME 04074
207-883-4472
www.apluspartyrentalme.com
PEST CONTROL
Presidential Pest Control
693 Sixth Avenue
Berlin, NH 03570
603-752-7004
www.prespest.com
PHOTOGRAPHY
Mercer Photography
235 Gore Rd.
Naples, ME 04055
978-777-3898
www.mercerphotography.com
PORTABLE LAVATORIES
D & D Necessary Rooms
47 West View Drive
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-2222
PRINTING AND SIGNS
Bridgton Printery
190 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8182
www.seventhstreetgraphics.com
Cardinal Printing Company, Inc.
33 E. Main Street
Denmark, ME 04022
207-452-2931
www.cardinalprintinginc.com
Maine Street Graphics, Inc.
170 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5115
www.mainestreetgraphics.com
Muddy River Signs
80 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3011
Type A Typeset
34 Green Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-671-6801
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PUBLICATIONS AND MEDIA
Activities Guide of Maine
PO Box 6135
Falmouth, ME 04105
207-671-7230
www.activitymaine.com
Conway Daily Sun
64 Seavey Street
603-733-5808
www.conwaydailysun.com
Discover Maine Magazine
10 Exchange Street
Portland, ME 04101
207-874-7720
www.discovermainemagazine.info
JW Publishing
50 Dawes Hill Road
Harrison, ME 04040
207-671-7595
Lake Living Magazine
625 Rocky Knoll Road
Denmark, ME 04022
207-452-8005
www.lakelivingmaine.com
Lake Region Television
3 Chase Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8044
www.lakeregiontv.org
Lakes Region Weekly
840 Main Street
Westbrook, ME 04098
207-854-2577
http://www.keepmecurrent.com
Mt. Washington Radio &
Gramophone
Settlers Green
2 Common Court, Unit A30
603-356-8870
www.wmwv.com
The Bridgton News
118 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8166
www.bridgton.com
Turner Publishing
5 Fern Street
Turner, ME 04282
207-225-2076
www.turnerpublishing.net
West Coast Maine Magazine
272 Pikes Hill
Norway, ME 04268
207-743-8616
www.westcoastmaine.com
REAL ESTATE AND
BROKERAGE
207 Realty
25 East Shore Beach Road
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-4663
www.207realty.com
Anne Plummer & Associates
18 Olde Village West
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-5200
www.mainerealestate.me
At The Lakes Real Estate
171 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5371
www.mainelakes.com
Chalmers Agency
100 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3311
www.chalmersinsurancegroup.com
Exit Key Real Estate
27 Emery Mills Road
Shapleigh, ME 04076
207-636-2222
www.exitkeyrealestate.com
Krainin Real Estate
Raymond, ME 04071
207-655-3811
www.krainin.com
Lakes Region Properties
692 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-7000
www.lakesproperties.com
Lopez Properties
Bridgton, ME 04009
603-479-9095
Oberg Insurance & Real Estate
Agency, Inc.
132 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5551
www.obergrealestate.com
2015 Area Guide
Point Sebago
Casco, ME 04015
207-655-3821
www.pointsebago.com
548 Main Street
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-3442
www.oxfordhouseinn.com
SPORTS AND RECREATION
REW Property Rentals, Inc.
185 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-629-4278
www.rewrentals.com
1270 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2784
www.punkinvalley.com
Saco Valley Sports CenterCandlepin Bowling & Virtual Golf
95 Pine Street
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-3777
www.sacovalleysportscenter.com
RESTAURANTS
Ruby Food
160 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8890
Beth’s Kitchen Café
82 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5211
www.bethskitchencafe.com
Subway
292 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5375
Campfire Grille
656 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-803-2255
www.thecampfiregrille.com
RETAIL
8 Depot Street, Suite 4
Bridgton, ME 04009
www.lelt.org
Sportshaus Ski & Sport
1126 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5100
www.sportshausski.com
Unc’l Lunkers Bait & Tackle
6 Gage Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8100
THEATRES AND MUSIC VENUES
Physician Engineered Products
103 Smith Street
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-1256
www.peponline.com
Depot Street Tap House
18 Depot Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-542-9525
SIGHTSEEING - CRUISE BOATS
Mack’s Place
224 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-4611
www.macksplacerestaurant.com
Songo River Queen, II
841 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-6861
Market Basket
50 Main Street
Harrison, ME 04040
207-583-6126
SKIING AND SNOW SPORTS
Bridgton Easy Riders Snowmobile
Club
PO Box 564
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-5255
www.bridgtoneasyriders.com
McDonald’s of Bridgton
5 Lumberyard Drive
Bridgton, ME 04009
518-572-5000
www.mcmaine.com/34606
Merced’s On Brandy Pond
770 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-5332
www.mercedsonbrandypond.com
Morning Glory Diner, Inc.
78 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-9606
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532 Main Street
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-1220
www.northeastsnowmobile.com
119 Mountain Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8444
www.shawneepeak.com
Deertrees Theatre & Cultural
Center
156 Deertrees Road
Harrison, ME 04040
207-583-6747
www.deertreestheatre.org
Denmark Arts Center
50 W. Main Street, Rte 160
Denmark, ME 04022
207-452-3638
www.denmarkarts.org
Magic Lantern Movie Theatre
90 Depot Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-9326
www.magiclaternmovies.com
TRAVEL AGENTS
Cry of the Loon Travel, Inc.
56 Spencers Point
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3878
www.cryoftheloontravel.com
UTILITIES AND INDUSTRY
Central Maine Power
133 Portland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
800-750-4000
www.cmpco.com
Krainin Real Estate-Vacation
Rentals
Raymond, ME 04071
207-655-3811
www.kranin.com
Point Sebago
Casco, ME 04015
207-655-3821
www.pointsebago.com/groups/
wed6
Nawandyn Estate
96 Nawandyn Drive
Bridgton, ME 04009
240-687-4080
www.mainelakeestate.com
119 Mountain Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8444
www.shawneepeak.com
12 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2000
Maine Lakeside Getaways
1 Mountain Road, Suite 1
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-4000
www.mainlakesidegetaways.com
WEDDING - VENDORS
All Moosed Home
66 Moose Pond Drive
Bridgton, ME 04009
845-635-1101
www.allmoosedhome.com
Meade’s Cottages LLC
57 Meade Lane
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2262
Hunting Dearborn, Inc.
6 Dearborn Drive
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-2171
www.dearbornprecision.com
Moulton Construction, LLC.
66 Old Waterford Road
Lovell, ME 04051
207-925-2025
VACATION AND COTTAGE
RENTALS
Brookline Cottages
19 Gallinari Way
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2515
www.gallinarisbrooklinecottages.
com
Country Road Cottages
Elm House Road
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-3338
207-653-6336
Crystal Cottage
22 Crystal Lake Shores
Harrison, ME 04040
978-468-4337
www.zoe-design.com/sunset_
cottage
Fitton Cottages
Moose Pond
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2300
www.fittoncottages.com
Happiness Is…
391 Cape Monday Road
Harrison, ME 04040
207-583-4095
Hillside Cabins on Long Lake
Elms Way off Rt. 35
Harrison, ME 04040
207-583-4545
www.hillsidecabins.us
Merryfield Cove Cottages
170 Highland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2847
www.merryfieldcove.com
Point Sebago
261 Point Sebago Resort
Casco, ME 04015
207-655-3821
www.pointsebago.com
Sebago Lake Cottages
774 Sebago Road (Rt. 114)
Sebago, ME 04029
207-787-3211
www.sebagolakecottages.net
Westwood Cottages
Westwood Cottage Drive
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-787-2331
www.westwoodcottages.net
Winter Sport Condo
18 Brewster Circle
Bridgton, ME 04009
508-540-6543
WEDDING – TRAVEL AND
LODGING
Noble House Inn
81 Highland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3733
18 King Hill Road
Naples, ME 04055
207-787-3327
www.lakeregioncaterers.com
Noble House Inn
81 Highland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3733
523 Main Street
Fryeburg, ME 04037
207-935-7700
www.papasfloral.com
WEDDING - VENUES
Noble House Inn
81 Highland Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3733
WORSHIP
368 Harrison Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2027
www.bridgtonalliancechurch.org
33 S. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-3936
www.bridgtonnucc.org
11 Pinhook Road
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2796
www.grace-christian-church-me-com
402 Main Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-808-1332
www.lrvc.org
Pleasant Mountain Presbyterian
Church
30 N. High Street
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-9009
www.pmopc.org
42 Sweden Road (Rt. 93)
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-8549
www.stpetersbridgton.org
841 Roosevelt Trail
Naples, ME 04055
207-693-6861
Bridgton, ME 04009
207-647-2522
Wolf Cove Inn
5 Jordan Shore Drive
Poland, ME 04274
207-998-4976
www.wolfcoveinn.com
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