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SUMMARY:Holiday Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The Brick Store Museum’s annual Holiday Showcase pays special homage to the region’s independent artists and creators. The Museum’s Holiday Showcase is a month-long event inside the Museum’s galleries that will feature the works of artists and fine crafters. The Holiday Showcase will open on Saturday\, November 26\, and end on Tuesday\, December 21. \n  \nDuring the entire month\, admission to the Museum will be free courtesy of sponsor H.M. Payson\, as a holiday gift to our communities. Visitors will be able to visit the Museum’s newest exhibitions and shop for locally-made gifts and artwork supporting both individual artists in York County and the Brick Store Museum’s educational mission in the community. \n  \nThe Museum also has an option for those not comfortable coming indoors during the pandemic – artwork and special pieces will be featured on the Museum’s social media feeds and via its new online store\, the Museum Mercantile\, which can be found at www.brickstoremuseum.org. \n  \nThe Holiday Showcase is open anytime the Museum is open (closed only Mondays). Over twenty regional artists have joined the showcase to show off paper art; jewelry; basketry; custom drawings; sculpture; fiber and textile works; photography\, handmade soaps and sachets; candles; accessories; wood carvings; and more.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/holiday-showcase/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T110000
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SUMMARY:Polar Express Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a reading of the Polar Express by the conductor himself!\n\nCome in your coziest set of PJs and enjoy hot chocolate while listening to a reading of a Christmas classic. We will have a craft for the kids after the story.\n\nFree admission for everyone to enjoy! Stay and check out our exhibit “The Great State of Illustration in Maine” and the Holiday Showcase after the story!
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/polar-express-storytime/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185026
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SUMMARY:Holiday Candlelight Stroll: 19th Century Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Brick Store Museum’s annual Holiday Candlelight Stroll explores the stories and traditions of Kennebunk’s immigrant families in the 19th and 20th centuries. \nThe program runs on Saturday\, December 10 and Sunday\, December 11\, featuring vignettes of each family as participants tour through the Museum spaces.  Tours conclude in the Museum’s Program Center with holiday treats\, activities and live fiddle music by Paul and Sally Wells. The indoor tour departs every 15 minutes and lasts about 45 minutes. \nThis year\, different stories will be told on Saturday and Sunday evenings: \n\nSaturday\, December 10 will feature the stories of five families who immigrated in the 19th century from Portugal\, Ireland\, Syria\, Norway\, and Russia\nSunday\, December 11 will feature the stories of those who immigrated to town in the 20th century from Canada\, Italy\, Greece\, Austro-Hungary\, and England\n\nThe program concludes in the Museum’s Program Center\, where participants can enjoy live fiddle music by local duo Sally and Paul Wells\, activities highlighting traditions from the tour; and holiday treats to taste. \n+ \nRepresentatives (reenactors) from each family tell visitors about their personal stories and their holiday traditions\, many of whom came to Kennebunk to work in the mill industry. The tour is $10 per person; free under the age of 12. Tickets can be purchased for one or both days. Want tickets for both days? Get $5 off by entering CODE: TWODAYS at checkout. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR TICKETS:\n\n\nSaturday\, December 10 (19th Century)>>\n\n\nSunday\, December 11 (20th Century)>>\n\n\n+++ \n+ VIRTUAL OPTION\nWe are also offering this program virtually. The live event will be filmed and the video will be sent to your inbox by Saturday\, December 17th.\nClick HERE to purchase a virtual ticket ($5).\n+++ \nTHANK YOU: \nThe Holiday Candlelight Stroll is presented by Mari Mattuchio Bookkeeping with additional support by BBsquared. H.M. Payson is proud to underwrite the Museum’s Holiday Season of programming. \n\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				MM Total Bookkeeping\n				\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n 
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/holiday-candlelight-stroll-19th-century-tour/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185026
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SUMMARY:Holiday Candlelight Stroll: 20th Century Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Brick Store Museum’s annual Holiday Candlelight Stroll explores the stories and traditions of Kennebunk’s immigrant families in the 19th and 20th centuries. \nThe program runs on Saturday\, December 10 and Sunday\, December 11\, featuring vignettes of each family as participants tour through the Museum spaces.  Tours conclude in the Museum’s Program Center with holiday treats\, activities and live fiddle music by Paul and Sally Wells. The indoor tour departs every 15 minutes and lasts about 45 minutes. \nThis year\, different stories will be told on Saturday and Sunday evenings: \n\nSaturday\, December 10 will feature the stories of five families who immigrated in the 19th century from Portugal\, Ireland\, Syria\, Norway\, and Russia\nSunday\, December 11 will feature the stories of those who immigrated to town in the 20th century from Canada\, Italy\, Greece\, Austro-Hungary\, and England\n\nThe program concludes in the Museum’s Program Center\, where participants can enjoy live fiddle music by local duo Sally and Paul Wells\, activities highlighting traditions from the tour; and holiday treats to taste. \n+ \nRepresentatives (reenactors) from each family tell visitors about their personal stories and their holiday traditions\, many of whom came to Kennebunk to work in the mill industry. The tour is $10 per person; free under the age of 12. Tickets can be purchased for one or both days. Want tickets for both days? Get $5 off by entering CODE: TWODAYS at checkout. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR TICKETS:\n\n\nSaturday\, December 10 (19th Century)>>\n\n\nSunday\, December 11 (20th Century)>>\n\n\n+++ \n+ VIRTUAL OPTION\nWe are also offering this program virtually. The live event will be filmed and the video will be sent to your inbox by Saturday\, December 17th.\nClick HERE to purchase a virtual ticket ($5).\n+++ \nTHANK YOU: \nThe Holiday Candlelight Stroll is presented by Mari Mattuchio Bookkeeping with additional support by BBsquared. H.M. Payson is proud to underwrite the Museum’s Holiday Season of programming. \n\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				MM Total Bookkeeping\n				\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n 
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/holiday-candlelight-stroll-20th-century-tour/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185026
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SUMMARY:Needle Felt Holiday Ball Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, December 13\, 2022 10:00am-12:00pm\nAdult Workshop\nInstructor: Beth Crowe\nLocation: The Brick Store Museum\nFee: $25/$20 for Members\n\nJoin Beth Crowe at the Brick Store Museum for a relaxing morning of learning the art of needle felting. No experience necessary! Each student will create their own Holiday ball ornament to keep of gift. Class size is limited to 10.\n\n*Deadline to sign up is December 6\, 2022!\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/needle-felt-holiday-ball-workshop/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185026
CREATED:20221129T200551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T210113Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Open House
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, December 16\, the Museum will invite the community to visit and enjoy the season with friends and neighbors. This annual Open House at the Museum serves up sweet treats\, last-minute gift shopping at the Holiday Showcase\, tours of current exhibitions\, and NEW THIS YEAR: live music by String Equinox! \nThis Open House is a special one: it celebrates the Museum’s decade-long work to be reaccredited by the American Alliance of Museums\, recently announced in November. Help us say “Three Cheers!” to our wonderful support team (volunteers\, members\, supporters\, staff and Trustees). Join us for the Open House and take part in special behind-the-scenes tours of working spaces at the Museum during the Open House\, running at 5:00pm\, 5:30pm\, and 6:00pm. \nFree admission to all – RSVP appreciated to info@brickstoremuseum.org.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/museum-open-house/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185026
CREATED:20230110T164421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T164514Z
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SUMMARY:Valentine's Heart Garland Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Beth Crowe at the Brick Store Museum on Tuesday January 24th from 10:00 – 12:00. Participants will learn how to make wool wrapped hearts and create a Valentine’s Day garland to use for décor or to give as a gift. $35/$30 for Museum Members. \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/valentines-heart-garland-workshop/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185026
CREATED:20230127T174352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T174352Z
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SUMMARY:Wool Wrapped Heart Garland Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Beth Crowe at the Brick Store Museum on Tuesday\, February 7th from 10 am – 12:00 pm. Participants will learn how to make wool wrapped hearts and create a Valentine’s Day garland to use for décor or to give as a gift. \nAdults (ages 16+) \nMinimum 5 participants/Maximum 12 \n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/wool-wrapped-heart-garland-workshop/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185026
CREATED:20230120T192310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T161703Z
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SUMMARY:Illustrator and Author Stephen Costanza Museum Visit
DESCRIPTION:Join author and illustrator\, Stephen Costanza\, February 11th at 2:00pm. Stephen will be playing Joplin piano rags on his keyboard as well as a reading from his popular children’s book “King of Ragtime”. Stephen will show some current work and works in progress and host a Q&A.\n\nStephen’s work is currently featured in “The Great State of Illustration in Maine\,” curated by Illustration Institute\,  currently on exhibit at the Brick Store Museum until the end of February.\n\nThis is a FREE program including admission to the museum.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/illustrator-and-author-stephen-costanza-museum-visit/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185026
CREATED:20230127T175122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T181342Z
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SUMMARY:Gelli Printing Student Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This is a February vacation workshop for students 7-12.  Students will learn to use a Gelli print pad to explore the art of stamping and monoprinting. They will use recycled and everyday items to print along with the use of a roller and acrylic paints. In addition students will experiment with different materials such as fabric. \nREGISTER HERE \nIf event is cancelled because of weather it will take place the following day (February 22) at the same time.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/gelli-printing-student-workshop/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230127T180853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T181235Z
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SUMMARY:Paper Bowls Student Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This February vacation workshop is for students 7 – 12.  In this two-hour class\, children will learn how to make 3D projects with paper mache. They will be using decorative colored papers\, scraps of handmade paper and tissue papers to create a paper bowl\, which does not need to be painted at completion. Students should bring a small plastic bowl (size of a cereal bowl) to class to use as a form for building. \nInstructor: Gayle Fitzpatrick \nREGISTER HERE \nIf event is cancelled because of weather it will take place the following day (February 22) at the same time.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/paper-bowls-student-workshop/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230127T191027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T191027Z
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SUMMARY:Toy Creations Student Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This February Vacation workshop is for children 7-12.   In this class students will have the joy of making a one of a kind necklace that will feature a mixture of beads and plastic animals. Make your necklace shine by adding paint\, beads\, glitter and yarn.  \nInstructor: Elizabeth Winters \nIf class is cancelled because of snow it will be made up the following day at the same time. \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/toy-creations-student-workshop/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230127T191904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230127T191904Z
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SUMMARY:Paper Marbling Student Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This February Vacation workshop is for children 7-12.  Students will have the opportunity to make decorative papers for book covers\, bookmarks\, cards and other crafts. Students will learn to marble paper in the traditional manner\, by floating water-based paints onto a liquid surface and lifting these images .In addition\, students will create decorative papers employing “faux” marbling techniques\, using sponges\, and feathers with water based paints to create patterns. \nInstructor: Gayle Fitzpatrick \nIf class is cancelled because of snow it will be made up the following day at the same time.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/paper-marbling-student-workshop/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230203T175037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T175132Z
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SUMMARY:Illustrators' Roundtable & Dinner
DESCRIPTION:New this year! The Museum launches its History at Work roundtable series\, focusing on the shared (but often different) experiences of those working in similar career fields. \nFor our inaugural episode\, Maine illustrators will join us at the table for a fun\, free-flowing discussion of their careers\, artwork\, and everything in between. This program is in conjunction with the current exhibition\, “The Great State of Illustration in Maine\,” curated by Illustration Institute. \nGuests include: Scott Nash\, Melissa Sweet\, Chris van Dusen\, Marty Braun\, Leticia Plate and Rebekah Lowell. \nThe discussion takes place virtually on Zoom. Join us for the live event (details below)\, or wait for the interview to premiere a week later as a podcast. \nLive Show Details:  \nFriday\, February 24th @ 6:00pm \nWatch the discussion live (via Zoom)\, and add to the experience with a catered\, take-out\, 3-Course dinner by For the Love of Food and Drink (menu details below) \nMENU: \n\n1st Course: Waldorf Salad\n\n\n2nd Course (Choice of):\n\n\nCast Iron Pork Chop with Mushrooms\nRoasted Chicken with Rosemary\nQuinoa Stuffed Red Peppers\n\n\n3rd Course: Coconut Pineapple Upside Down Cake\n\nTickets:  \n$10 per person / $5 Members and Donors (either organization) \n$30 Dinner included / $25 for Members and Donors (either organization) \nThis event is a dual fundraiser for the Museum and Maine’s Illustration Institute! \nCLICK HERE to order your tickets!
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/illustrators-roundtable-dinner/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230215T152043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T220128Z
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SUMMARY:CPAA Winter Series: Visual Anthropology Intro (Session 1)
DESCRIPTION:Cape Porpoise Archaeological Alliance (CPAA) Winter Series Presents: Visual Anthropology & Archaeology  \nThe goal of this series is to elevate the discussion of local anthropology and archaeology to include current trends in the field that incorporate science and art. This series is created by the CPAA\, a professionally led initiative focused on the Archipelago of Cape Porpoise\, Maine. The partnership with the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust and the Brick Store Museum supports documentation and contextualizing the archaeology of the islands and intertidal zone threatened by global sea level rise. \n+ \nThis series will run in-person weekly on five Thursdays at 6PM starting February 23\, 2023\, at the Brick Store Museum’s Program Center\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME. \nParking is available on Main Street\, Dane Street and in the Town Hall parking lot. \n+ \nAdmission by donation is suggested to help support our speakers. Registration is optional and suggested.  Attend one or all four! \n+ \nSession I – March 2 (6PM)\, Visual Anthropology Introduction\, featuring highlights of the Indigenous Peoples Film Festival in Finland. Presenter: Tim Spahr (Registered Professional Archaeologist\, CPAA) \nSession 2 – March 9 (6PM)\, Visual Studies Presentation & Student Exhibit Preview. Presenter: Anelli Allard\, (MA Nordic Visual Studies & Art Education\, Finland) \nSession 3 – March 16 (6PM)\, Introduction to Archaeological Field Note Taking and Sketching for scientific documentation\, Presenters: Tim Spahr & Elizabeth Kelley (Artist CPAA) \nSession 4 – March 23 (6PM)\, Archaeological Field Note Taking and Sketching\, viewing of lithic artifacts recovered by the Cape Porpoise Archeological Team. Students can produce field drawings from artifact models (materials provided). Led by Elizabeth Kelley \nSession 5 – March 30 (6PM)\, Anthropological film viewing and discussion. \n+ \nREGISTER HERE >>
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/cpaa-winter-series-visual-anthropology-intro-session-1/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T143000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230202T154617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T154322Z
UID:10000041-1677936600-1677940200@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Great Grief: Mourning & Remembrance in New England
DESCRIPTION:JOIN US to explore the changing experience of public and private grief in society over the past 200 years with Professor Libby Bischof (USM). Using local archives and artifacts\, she will lead us in engaging discussion of the history of grief and mourning and what it means to each of one us over time. Participants will hear performances of historic letters and diaries while considering the importance of making room for grief in our community. \nThis program will take place on Zoom. ASL interpretation will be provided. \nThis lecture is a free program supported by the Maine Humanities Council’s MAINE SPEAKS program. \n+ \nClick HERE to register and receive the Zoom link.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/great-grief-mourning-remembrance-in-new-england/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T024500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230302T202612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T202612Z
UID:10000049-1678329900-1678381200@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Color My World - Student Art Class
DESCRIPTION:A beginner’s course for grades 1st-5th in drawing\, acrylic painting\, and collage.  A final mixed media project will be created by utilizing all three skills learned.  This will be a hands on course that requires students’ full participation. \nInstructor: Elizabeth Winters \nThursdays in March: 2:45 – 5:00 \nSOLD OUT
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/color-my-world-student-art-class/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230215T152522Z
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SUMMARY:CPAA Winter Series: Visual Studies & Preview
DESCRIPTION:Cape Porpoise Archaeological Alliance (CPAA) Winter Series Presents: Visual Anthropology & Archaeology  \nThe goal of this series is to elevate the discussion of local anthropology and archaeology to include current trends in the field that incorporate science and art. This series is created by the CPAA\, a professionally led initiative focused on the Archipelago of Cape Porpoise\, Maine. The partnership with the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust and the Brick Store Museum supports documentation and contextualizing the archaeology of the islands and intertidal zone threatened by global sea level rise. \n+ \nThis series will run in-person weekly on five Thursdays at 6PM starting February 23\, 2023\, at the Brick Store Museum’s Program Center\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME. \nParking is available on Main Street\, Dane Street and in the Town Hall parking lot. \n+ \nAdmission by donation is suggested to help support our speakers. Registration is optional and suggested. Attend one or all four! \n+ \nSchedule: \nSession I – March 2 (6PM)\, Visual Anthropology Introduction\, featuring highlights of the Indigenous Peoples Film Festival in Finland. Presenter: Tim Spahr (Registered Professional Archaeologist\, CPAA) \nSession 2 – March 9 (6PM)\, Visual Studies Presentation & Student Exhibit Preview. Presenter: Anelli Allard\, (MA Nordic Visual Studies & Art Education\, Finland) \nSession 3 – March 16 (6PM)\, Introduction to Archaeological Field Note Taking and Sketching for scientific documentation\, Presenters: Tim Spahr & Elizabeth Kelley (Artist CPAA) \nSession 4 – March 23 (6PM)\, Archaeological Field Note Taking and Sketching\, viewing of lithic artifacts recovered by the Cape Porpoise Archeological Team. Students can produce field drawings from artifact models (materials provided). Led by Elizabeth Kelley \nSession 5 – March 30 (6PM)\, Anthropological film viewing and discussion. \n+ \nREGISTER HERE >>
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/cpaa-winter-series-visual-studies-preview-session-3/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230314T143014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T143014Z
UID:10000052-1678980600-1678986000@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Color My World - Student Art Classes
DESCRIPTION:A beginner’s course for grades 1st-5th in drawing\, acrylic painting\, and collage.  A final mixed media project will be created by utilizing all three skills learned.  This will be a hands on course that requires students’ full participation. \nInstructor: Elizabeth Winters \nThursdays in March: 2:45 – 5:00 \nSOLD OUT
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/color-my-world-student-art-classes/
LOCATION:ME
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230215T162940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T205942Z
UID:10000047-1678989600-1678993200@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:CPAA Winter Series: Intro to Archaeological Field Notetaking (Session 4)
DESCRIPTION:Cape Porpoise Archaeological Alliance (CPAA) Winter Series Presents: Visual Anthropology & Archaeology  \nThe goal of this series is to elevate the discussion of local anthropology and archaeology to include current trends in the field that incorporate science and art. This series is created by the CPAA\, a professionally led initiative focused on the Archipelago of Cape Porpoise\, Maine. The partnership with the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust and the Brick Store Museum supports documentation and contextualizing the archaeology of the islands and intertidal zone threatened by global sea level rise. \n+ \nThis series will run in-person weekly on five Thursdays at 6PM starting February 23\, 2023\, at the Brick Store Museum’s Program Center\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME. \nParking is available on Main Street\, Dane Street and in the Town Hall parking lot. \n+ \nAdmission by donation is suggested to help support our speakers. Registration is optional and suggested. Attend one or all four! \n+ \nSchedule: \nSession I – March 2 (6PM)\, Visual Anthropology Introduction\, featuring highlights of the Indigenous Peoples Film Festival in Finland. Presenter: Tim Spahr (Registered Professional Archaeologist\, CPAA) \nSession 2 – March 9 (6PM)\, Visual Studies Presentation & Student Exhibit Preview. Presenter: Anelli Allard\, (MA Nordic Visual Studies & Art Education\, Finland) \nSession 3 – March 16 (6PM)\, Introduction to Archaeological Field Note Taking and Sketching for scientific documentation\, Presenters: Tim Spahr & Elizabeth Kelley (Artist CPAA) \nSession 4 – March 23 (6PM)\, Archaeological Field Note Taking and Sketching\, viewing of lithic artifacts recovered by the Cape Porpoise Archeological Team. Students can produce field drawings from artifact models (materials provided). Led by Elizabeth Kelley \nSession 5 – March 30 (6PM)\, Anthropological film viewing and discussion. \n+ \nREGISTER HERE >>
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/cpaa-winter-series-intro-to-archaeological-field-notetaking-session-4/
LOCATION:ME
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230131T170044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T141940Z
UID:10000039-1679419800-1679427000@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Rag Wreath Adult Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Brick Store Museum in creating your own rag wreath. Instruction and all materials will be provided. Wreaths will be constructed from precut recycled fabric and plant dyed fabric. Option to add embellishments will be provided. Gather some friends and feel free to bring a beverage of you choice to enjoy while you create. This interior wreath is sure to brighten your space year round! \nInstructor: Elizabeth Winters \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/rag-wreath-adult-workshop/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230202T155420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230202T170000Z
UID:10000042-1679580000-1679583600@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Woven at Home Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Marjie Thompson enjoys being “stuck” in the pre-20th century weaving world. Her focus is the textiles produced both at home and by the professional weavers. Marjie enjoys adapting these weaves to contemporary colors and uses. She is the coordinator of the Complex Weavers “Early Weaving Books and Manuscripts” study group\, the “Preserving Our Past” study group\, past president of NEWS\, a past Dean of the Weavers’ Guild of Boston\, past president of Complex Weavers\, an active guild member in the Weavers’ Guild of Boston\, president of the New Hampshire Weavers’ Guild\, and a member of many study groups including Cross Country Weavers. \nHer woven pieces have received the HGA award\, Handwoven’s Weaving for the Home Award\, and Marjie is one of a handful of weavers awarded the “Weaver of Distinction” title from NEWS in both the gallery and fashion shows. She is the co-author of Forgotten Pennsylvania Textiles of the 18th and 19th Centuries\, The Huck Pattern Collection\, Miniature Patterns for Weaving by Josephine Estes\, and the editor of The Gartner Manuscript. Her articles have appeared in Weavers\, Handwoven\, Complex Weavers Journal\, Shuttle\, Spindle\, & Dyepot\, and The Spinning Wheel Sleuth’s Loom Supplement. \n  \nIn this lecture\, she will focus on the work of Eliza Perkins Bourne of Kennebunk\, who achieved success in the home weaving business in the early 19th century in her home on Summer Street. \n  \nTo register for this FREE program\, please CLICK HERE>
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/woven-at-home-lecture/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230314T144106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T144106Z
UID:10000053-1679585400-1679590800@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Color My World - Student Art Class
DESCRIPTION:A beginner’s course for grades 1st-5th in drawing\, acrylic painting\, and collage.  A final mixed media project will be created by utilizing all three skills learned.  This will be a hands on course that requires students’ full participation. \nInstructor: Elizabeth Winters \nThursdays in March: 2:45 – 5:00 \nSOLD OUT
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/color-my-world-student-art-class-2/
LOCATION:ME
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230215T163051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T210015Z
UID:10000048-1679594400-1679598000@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:CPAA Winter Series: Archaeological Field Note Taking and Sketching
DESCRIPTION:Cape Porpoise Archaeological Alliance (CPAA) Winter Series Presents: Visual Anthropology & Archaeology  \nThe goal of this series is to elevate the discussion of local anthropology and archaeology to include current trends in the field that incorporate science and art. This series is created by the CPAA\, a professionally led initiative focused on the Archipelago of Cape Porpoise\, Maine. The partnership with the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust and the Brick Store Museum supports documentation and contextualizing the archaeology of the islands and intertidal zone threatened by global sea level rise. \n+ \nThis series will run in-person weekly on five Thursdays at 6PM starting February 23\, 2023\, at the Brick Store Museum’s Program Center\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME. \nParking is available on Main Street\, Dane Street and in the Town Hall parking lot. \n+ \nAdmission by donation is suggested to help support our speakers. Registration is optional and suggested. Attend one or all four! \n+ \nSchedule: \nSession I – March 2 (6PM)\, Visual Anthropology Introduction\, featuring highlights of the Indigenous Peoples Film Festival in Finland. Presenter: Tim Spahr (Registered Professional Archaeologist\, CPAA) \nSession 2 – March 9 (6PM)\, Visual Studies Presentation & Student Exhibit Preview. Presenter: Anelli Allard\, (MA Nordic Visual Studies & Art Education\, Finland) \nSession 3 – March 16 (6PM)\, Introduction to Archaeological Field Note Taking and Sketching for scientific documentation\, Presenters: Tim Spahr & Elizabeth Kelley (Artist CPAA) \nSession 4 – March 23 (6PM)\, Archaeological Field Note Taking and Sketching\, viewing of lithic artifacts recovered by the Cape Porpoise Archeological Team. Students can produce field drawings from artifact models (materials provided). Led by Elizabeth Kelley \nSession 5 – March 30 (6PM)\, Anthropological film viewing and discussion. \nREGISTER HERE >>
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/cpaa-winter-series-archaeological-field-note-taking-and-sketching-session-5/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230325T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230127T154431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T222544Z
UID:10000030-1679763600-1679770800@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Edith's 139th Birthday & Costume Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 139th Birthday Party! \nThe Brick Store Museum’s founder\, Edith Barry\, was born March 10\, 1884. At age 52\, in 1936\, she opened the Museum in a building she inherited from her Uncle\, William Barry. \nMarch 2023 marks Edith’s 139th birthday – her life spanned nine decades\, from the 1880s to 1960s. Join us for a celebration of her life’s work in art and culture during a Costume Party celebrating her birthday this March 25\, 2023\, from 5-7pm. \nThis fundraiser will support the preservation of Edith’s original Museum building – The Brick Store itself – which needs its chimney rebuilt and brick repointed and painted in 2023. \nGuests are encouraged to wear costumes reflecting the span of Edith’s life\, from the 1880s to the 1960s! \nThe event will feature a specialty cocktail (a classic gimlet!) and appetizers selected from each decade from the 1910s through 1960s. Guests will view a special selection of Edith’s artwork and photography\, and view her home movies from the 1910s – 1950s. There will be a fun raffle and an opportunity to hear more about the Museum’s newest publication\, Edith Barry’s Family Cookbook! \nTickets are $50 per person\, $40 for Museum Members. 
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/ediths139th/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230328
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230329
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230302T203735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T203735Z
UID:10000050-1679961600-1680047999@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Easter Egg Needle Felting
DESCRIPTION:Join Beth Crowe at the Brick Store Museum for a relaxing morning or evening of learning the art of needle felting. No experience necessary! Each student will create three needle felted Easter eggs to keep or gift.  \nThere are two sessions on Tuesday\, March 28th \n10am – 12pm (morning) \n5:00 – 7:00 pm (evening) \nClass size is limited to 12. \n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/easter-egg-needle-felting/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230314T144156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T144156Z
UID:10000054-1680190200-1680195600@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Color My World - Student Art Class
DESCRIPTION:A beginner’s course for grades 1st-5th in drawing\, acrylic painting\, and collage.  A final mixed media project will be created by utilizing all three skills learned.  This will be a hands on course that requires students’ full participation. \nInstructor: Elizabeth Winters \nThursdays in March: 2:45 – 5:00 \nSOLD OUT
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/color-my-world-student-art-class-3/
LOCATION:ME
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230330T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230215T152346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T205833Z
UID:10000045-1680199200-1680202800@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:CPAA Winter Series: Film & Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Cape Porpoise Archaeological Alliance (CPAA) Winter Series Presents: Visual Anthropology & Archaeology  \nThe goal of this series is to elevate the discussion of local anthropology and archaeology to include current trends in the field that incorporate science and art. This series is created by the CPAA\, a professionally led initiative focused on the Archipelago of Cape Porpoise\, Maine. The partnership with the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust and the Brick Store Museum supports documentation and contextualizing the archaeology of the islands and intertidal zone threatened by global sea level rise. \n+ \nThis series will run in-person weekly on five Thursdays at 6PM starting February 23\, 2023\, at the Brick Store Museum’s Program Center\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME. \nParking is available on Main Street\, Dane Street and in the Town Hall parking lot. \n+ \nAdmission by donation is suggested to help support our speakers. Registration is optional and suggested. Attend one or all four! \n+ \nSchedule: \nSession I – March 2 (6PM)\, Visual Anthropology Introduction\, featuring highlights of the Indigenous Peoples Film Festival in Finland. Presenter: Tim Spahr (Registered Professional Archaeologist\, CPAA) \nSession 2 – March 9 (6PM)\, Visual Studies Presentation & Student Exhibit Preview. Presenter: Anelli Allard\, (MA Nordic Visual Studies & Art Education\, Finland) \nSession 3 – March 16 (6PM)\, Introduction to Archaeological Field Note Taking and Sketching for scientific documentation\, Presenters: Tim Spahr & Elizabeth Kelley (Artist CPAA) \nSession 4 – March 23 (6PM)\, Archaeological Field Note Taking and Sketching\, viewing of lithic artifacts recovered by the Cape Porpoise Archeological Team. Students can produce field drawings from artifact models (materials provided). Led by Elizabeth Kelley \nSession 5 – March 30 (6PM)\, Anthropological film viewing and discussion. \n+ \nREGISTER HERE >>
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/cpaa-winter-series-film-discussion-session-2/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T123000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230307T154159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T200231Z
UID:10000051-1680345000-1680352200@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Children's Literature & Music at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:We’re hosting a celebration of the young child with literature and music on Saturday\, April 1\, 2023 in the galleries\, to kick off the national Week of the Young Child (presented by National Association for the Education of Young Children).\n\nThis event is free\, open to all young children (and their grownups) and begins at 10:30 AM with author reading & signing with Barbara Walsh (“The Lobster Lady”) followed immediately by playful\, interactive music with award-winning children’s musician\, Sammie Haynes\, at 11:00 AM.\n\n\n10:30am: Children’s book author Barbara Walsh\, book reading & signing!\n\n11:00am: Interactive Children’s Concert with Sammie Haynes!\n\n 
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/childrens-literature-music-at-the-museum/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T185027
CREATED:20230314T145800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230319T185003Z
UID:10000055-1680699600-1680706800@www.brickstoremuseum.org
SUMMARY:Trash Art - Early Release Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Let’s help celebrate our planet and make something cool. This workshop will focus on creating sculptures from found and repurposed elements in the Kennebunk community. Students will learn about the life cycle of the items they are using. Trash artists work will be discussed and examples shown. \nInstructor: Elizabeth Winter \nGrades 1 – 5. \nCost: $25 \nAll materials will be provided.
URL:https://www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar/trash-art-early-release-workshop/
LOCATION:Brick Store Museum\, 117 Main Street\, Kennebunk\, ME\, 04043\, United States
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