Still trying to think of that perfect holiday gift?
South Berwick photographer Jeremy Heflin is offering “Last Minute Present Portraits” at studio #328 at the Salmon Falls Artist Mills, 1 Front St. Rollinsford, NH. on Sunday, Dec. 20, 2pm-6pm. He says, “Come by any time, get your family shot taken at no cost, then purchase prints [...]
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Creative South Berwick: Jeremy Heflin Photography Studio
Citizens bring holidays to downtown South Berwick
Karaoke Christmas carols, Hanukkah games and a boxing demonstration are the latest additions to South Berwick’s annual Home for the Holidays celebration from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, December 4. With several new businesses opening downtown in the past year, there will be more than a dozen free activities for the whole family.
Caroling through downtown [...]
Open House & Community Supper this Sunday
Looking for something fun for the whole family this weekend? Here it is:
Kid’s Day 2009 in Pictures
South Berwick’s first Kid’s Day was almost too good for words. According to Jen Houghton, one of the master minds behind the day, the planning committee was happy when the first 20 kids and parents showed up. They must have been ecstatic by the end of the day because it looked as though hundreds took [...]
More details about South Berwick First Annual Kids Day
Children always ask, “Why is there a Mother’s Day and a Father’s Day but no Kid’s Day.” Well, in South Berwick there is now a Kid’s Day.
The first ever South Berwick Kids’ Festival will be held 11 to 4 pm Saturday, June 6, on Main Street in downtown South Berwick.
Kids and anyone they bring along [...]
Old Berwick Historical Society: Walking Tour Of River Landing
[ June 6, 2009; 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. ] A South Berwick sea captain captured by pirates. Gundalows unloading fresh lobsters and merchandise from the far corners of the globe. Hundreds of mill workers weaving cotton into textiles. Arson attacks and battles over liquor laws.
These bits of local history will be visited on the Old Berwick Historical Society’s Tour of Quamphegan Landing to be [...]
First Ever: South Berwick Kid’s Day
[ June 6, 2009; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] The South Berwick Kid’s Day Committee says “mark your calendar” so you don’t miss this special day:
Saturday, June 6 will be South Berwick Maine’s very first Kid’s Day. This year’s theme is South Berwick “A Great Staycation”. It is a day to celebrate our kids having fun and to recognize their many accomplishments.
Kid’s Day 2009 [...]
This Weekend: Easter Messiah, Oklahoma, & Bagpipes!
There’s lots to do this weekend:
Community Chorus at South Berwick: Easter Messiah
The critically acclaimed Community Chorus at South Berwick will perform Messiah Parts II and III, which some call the “Easter Messiah,” over Palm Sunday weekend in Dover and Exeter, N.H. It will be presented much as it premiered in April 1742, with soloists [...]
2009 Strawberry Festival
[ June 27, 2009 9:00 am to June 28, 2009 12:00 am. ] June 27, 2009 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The Strawberry Festival is a yearly celebration with entertainment, food, artisans and strawberry shortcakes. Come join the fun! Food is available throughout day at the Festival Food Court. All food is provided by local non-profit organizations. The South Berwick Strawberry Festival is held at 197 Main Street, South [...]
Powderhouse Hill Ski Area: Groomer days schedule
Powderhouse Ski Club will has kicked off a fundraising drive for the future purchase of snow grooming equipment by adding extra hours during Maine School Vacation Week.
Any hours the hill opens over and above the regular operating schedule will be known as “Groomer Days”. Ticket revenue from the additional hours will be earmarked for the [...]
Powderhouse Hill 2009
Powderhouse Hill Ski Club opened for the season on Friday December 26th.
Powderhouse is the only lift served ski hill on the Seacoast and one of the oldest in the country. Last season was a banner year for Powderhouse. Record-breaking snowfall and a makeshift grooming device led to a season when the hill was open 49 [...]
To Do List: Put some wildlife in your holidays
South Berwick resident Mike Cannon offers a tip on a great local event:
2008 Center for Wildlife Holiday Bazaar
The Center for Wildlife is hosting its second annual holiday shopping bazaar on Saturday and Sunday, December 6 & 7, 13 & 14, and 20 & 21 between 1 – 4 PM. Gift items on sale include framed [...]
To Do List: MSAD 35 Musical – A Christmas Carol
SAD 35 Musical: A Christmas Carol
Wesley E. Kennedy Performing Arts Center at Marshwood High School
Friday, November 14 @ 7pm
Saturday, November 15 @ 7pm
Friday, November 21, @ 7:00 pm only
Saturday, November 22 @ 2 pm (matinee) & 7:00 pm.
Purchase tickets at www.marshwoodmusic.org or Marshwood High School main office, 260 Route 236, South Berwick
For more info: [...]
Guest Essay: Jen Houghton – A Place to Plant Roots
Recently South Berwick resident Jennifer Houghton, owner of Little Hat Company and parent of three, mentioned to me how great it is to be raising children in South Berwick. She agreed to share her thoughts here at the 236 Diner.
In a world that seems to be spinning faster, it’s a wonderful opportunity to bring up [...]
The Strawberry Festival is Coming!
South Berwick Strawberry Festival
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Always the last Saturday in June, the South Berwick Strawberry Festival officially kicks off summer. The kids are out of school, camps are open and the weather is getting warm. All over town one can see the bright red, white, and green strawberry flags that not only line the [...]
To Do List: Busy Weekend
Lots to do:
Spaghetti Supper – Maine Hawks AAU Girls Basketball Team
Thursday, May 1 , 4-7pm, Eliot Methodist Church, Rte 236, Eliot.
Adults $5.00 Children under 12 $3.00
Take a night off from cooking and enjoy a good spaghetti dinner.
Where else can you go and feed a family of 4 for under $20 !!!
The Maine Hawks [...]
To Do List: Powderhouse Challenge
This Saturday Powderhouse Hill Ski Club is offering a day of fun skiing and racing for all ages and abilities. Admission is free with $5 lift ticket. Skiers and boarders are welcome and can register anytime between 9:30 am and 1 PM.
The course will be open for racing from 10-2. [...]
