lakes region Imagine Us in Any Season...Visit Us in All of Them! 2015 Area Guide www.mainelakeschamber.com 1 2015 Area Guide The Greater Bridgton All Aboard!! On Long Lake in Naples A privately built replica of the famed Mississippi River paddle wheelers. Offering daily in season cruises on beautiful Long Lake. Open Mother’s Day through Halloween. Private charters are also available for weddings, corporate outings, anniversary and birthday parties, class reunions, proms, project graduations, fundraisers, etc. Full bar, food court, gift shop, and restrooms on board. Handicap accessible. For a complete cruise schedule, pricing and other information, please visit our Web site. www.songoriverqueen.net 207-693-6861 2 www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 3 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 4 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 t'BY www.mainelakeschamber.com FNBJMJOGP!NBJOFMBLFTDIBNCFSDPN www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 5 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: t8IFODPOTVNFSTLOPXUIBUBCVTJness is a member of the local chamber, they are 44 percent more likely to rate it favorably. t$POTVNFSTBSFQFSDFOUNPSF likely to buy goods and services from a company they believe is a member of the chamber of commerce. t8IFODPOTVNFSTCFMJFWFBSFTUBVSBOU 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. 6 what’s inside Welcome to the Lakes Region ........................................ 4 Why Belong to the Greater Bridgton Chamber? ...... 6 1FU'SJFOEMZ"DDPNNPEBUJPOT ....................................... 8 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 'FTUJWBMTBOE'BJSTPGUIF-BLFT3FHJPO ....................... 30 Health Care ............................................................................ 32 Professional Services .......................................................... 32 Our Lakes and Ponds.......................................................... 36 Specialty Shops .................................................................... 40 3FTUBVSBOUT'PPE4IPQT................................................... 42 Entertainment/Cultural ..................................................... 43 Weddings ............................................................................... 43 3VGVT1PSUFS5IF.BO1BJOUFE ....................................... 44 Real Estate .............................................................................. 45 Rent What You Need........................................................... 46 Legal Services ....................................................................... 47 %JOJOH"M'SFTDP ................................................................... 48 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 OBNFPOPVSMFBEFSCPBSEPO3UGPS 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! www.mainelakeschamber.com 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! 5IF(SFBUFS#SJEHUPO-BLFT3FHJPO"SFB(VJEFJTQVCMJTIFE BOOVBMMZ$JSDVMBUJPO"MMSJHIUTSFTFSWFE$POUFOUTPGUIJT 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 PSFNBJMIJNBUXIJUOFZ!SPBESVOOFSDPN 2015 Area Guide 7 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. /PFYUSBDIBSHFBUUIFDBNQTJUFTXFFLGPSQFUBUUIFQBSL homes. www.pointsebago.com www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 9 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 10 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 3PVUFUISPVHI/BQMFT 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 TIBEFΉ.JMM4U3BZNPOE ME 04071 www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 11 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. FMI: harvesthills.org/harryCBSLFSTFNQPSJVN Like Harry Barkers on Facebook. Other shops to check out: Corn Shop Trading Company, 179 Main St., Bridgton *OUIJTPME fashioned country store, you’ll find some local antiques such as old bottles, kitchen implements and more to decorate your home or cabin. Hawthorne’s Attic, 27 RooTFWFMU5SBJM$BTDP .PSFUIBOWFOEPST offer antiques, collectibles, vintage housewares, original artwork and handcrafted items, as well as contemporary and vintage consigned furniture, decorative pieces, and clothing. House of Shabby Chic and Antiques3PPTFWFMU5SBJM $BTDP"O eclectic mixture including vin12 tage hand-painted, distressed 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. Vintage Souls1MFBTBOU 4USFFU#SJEHUPO 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. www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 13 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 XBTCVJMUJOBOEPGGFST 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 Gallery 302. Distinguished as a Maine Artists CooperaUJWF(BMMFSZJTIPNFUPB 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, WJTJU(BMMFSZ 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 JOXIFOPQFSBEJSFDtor and singer Enrica Clay 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- 14 www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 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 15 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: t6TFCJOPDVMBSTBOEWJFX loons from a distance. If you hear the tremolo call, which sounds like crazy laughter, you are probably too close t0CTFSWFUIF/P8BLF Zone to assure that boat waves do not destroy loon nests t1JDLVQBOZMPPTFGJTIJOH line--loons can get tangled in this and die t6TFMFBEGSFFGJTIJOHTJOLFST 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.” 5IFOFBSMZBDSFTUBUF 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 16 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 www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 17 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 UIFSFBGUFS3PVUFCFDPNFTUIFTDFOJD Sweden/Waterford Road. Stop at Pietree Orchards for some freshly tapped maple TZSVQ$POUJOVFUP3PVUFBMPOHUIF 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 JO/BQMFT5IJTSFTUPSFEUI 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. www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 19 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. #VJMUJOCZSFOPXOFEBSDIJUFDU+PIO 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 UIF3PNBI.PUPS*OOPO3PVUFJO 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 20 snowmobile trails lets out just across 3PVUFGSPNUIF*OO*DFGJTIJOHJT possible at nearby Long Lake and Trickey Pond with derbies occurring throughout First Impressions Cleaning, Inc. A Maine Corporation 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 Moving In or Moving Out Call Us 207.647.5096 E-Mail: [email protected] 9 Moose Pond Drive Bridgton, ME 04009 Or stay slope-side in one of the many lodging options at Shawnee Peak Ski Resort. The resort features 42 trails of WBSZJOHEJGGJDVMUZBGPPUWFSUJDBM 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! www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 21 calendar of events ..........................................................................2015 lakes region area For the most current information go to: www.mainelakeschamber.com and click on the “Calendar” icon 14 Also check The Bridgton News, published weekly on Thursdays 14 January 2015 15 LEA Constellation Walk, Register with LEA, www.mainelakes.org 16 Greater Lovell Land Trust Winter Hike FMI: www.gllt.org 24 Musher Bowl Weekend, Five Fields Farm, S. Bridgton 24 LELT Snowshoe Hike to Bald Pate Mountain Preserve, Five Fields Farm, S. Bridgton FMI: www.lelt.org or 647-4352 25 Winter Carnival, Brownfield Community Center February 2015 7 Greater Lovell Land Trust Winter Hike FMI: www.gllt.org 14 Winter Carnival. Various Events & Locations, Bridgton 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 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 14 14 19 19 20 26 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 Greater Lovell Land Trust Winter Hike FMI: www.gllt.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 Greater Lovell Land Trust Winter Hike FMI: www.gllt.org 17 St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Fryeburg 21 Sunrise Hike at Bald Pate Mountain Preserve FMI: www.lelt.org Magic Show by Abracadaba Productions at Bridgton Community Center 22 Maine Maple Sunday 26 Sled Dog Rides – Highland Lake (reservations required) Chamber After Hours – Merced’s on Brandy Pond, Naples 26 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 21 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 18 Spring Family Scavenger HuntLEA, Pondicherry Park, Bridgton 19 Meet the Breeds, Bridgton Veterinary Clinic, Bridgton 22 Earth Day Cleanup & Celebration, Bridgton Community Center 3 Spaghetti Feast, Stevens Brook Elementary School, Bridgton 23 Chamber After Hours 3 23 Spring in the Park. Register with LEA, www.mainelakes.org Community Band Concert, Stevens Brook Elementary School 3 Fireworks, Stevens Brook Elementary School, Bridgton 4 Four on the Fourth Road Race, Bridgton 4 Naples Lions Club “Spring Fling” Auction and Dinner at Naples American Legion Hall, Naples Annual Bridgton Lions Fourth of July Parade, Bridgton 1-2 4 1-2 Spring Auction & DinnerGBLRCC, Bridgton Academy, Bridgton Annual Bridgton Lions Golf Ball Drop Raffle, Commons Driving Range, Bridgton Art in Bloom, Gallery 302, Bridgton 4 Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary’s Annual Duck Race, Bridgton Mountainview Woodies Classic and Antique Boat Show, Naples Causeway 1 9th Annual Tour de Lovell, Lovell 4 4th of July Parade, Naples 1 4 4th of July Fireworks, Naples, Point Sebago, Casco Clothesline Art Sale, Gallery 302 Bridgton 1 Crafter’s Showcase & Sale at Augustus Bove House in Naples, Sponsored by Naples Lions Club Friends of the Library Book Sale, Bridgton Library, Bridgton 1-2 Bridgton Library Book Sale 9-11 Brownfield Days, Brownfield May 2015 Owl Program sponsored by Greater Lovell Land Trust FMI: contact GLLT 27 2014 Maine Milfoil Summit Contact LEA for more information (647-8580) 7 April 2015 calendar of events ..........................................................................2015 lakes region area May Bird Walks. Every Friday in May except 5/15. Register with LEA, www.mainelakes.org 9 14 15-17 Maine Home & Garden Show, Fryeburg, Maine 15 Blooms and Birds Walk. Register with LEA, www.mainelakes.org 16 Annual Plant & Bake Sale, St. Peter’s Church, Bridgton 23 Wildflower Walk at Pleasant Mountain in Denmark FMI: www.lelt.org 25 Memorial Day Parades and Services, Sebago, Harrison, Bridgton, Naples 26 Chamber After Hours 25 July 2015 4 11 10-14 Harrison Old Home Days 12 Naples Lions Club “Country Cruise” aboard the Songo River Queen 17-18 Sebago Days, Sebago 19 23 Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary’s 6th Annual Golf Tournament, Lake Kezar CC, Lovell 26 22 Bridgton Lions/Knights of Columbus Annual Golf Tournament, Bridgton Highlands CC Naples Lions Club “Golden Oldies” Cruise aboard the Songo River Queen August 2015 8 Back to the Past, Scribner’s Mill, Harrison Annual Blueberry Pancake Breakfast, St. Peter’s Church, Bridgton 15 Pie Sale, First Congregational Church, Bridgton 16 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 20 Chamber After Hours – Chalmers Insurance Group, Bridgton 23-25 Casco Days, Casco June 2015 13 Community Vet Event, Bridgton Veterinary Hospital www.mainelakeschamber.com 27 Chamber After Hours 30 Naples Lions Club “Classic Rock” Cruise aboard the Songo River Queen 2015 Area Guide September 2015 Veterans and Families, sponsored by Naples Lions Club 6 Maine Apple Sunday 14 Bike Maine Campover, Bridgton Community Center 17 Chamber After Hours – Bridgton Public Library 19 Loon Echo Trek, Bridgton FMI: www.loonechotrek.org 20 Loon Echo Trek, Shawnee Peak Ski Area, Bridgton 26 GBLRCC’s Maine Lakes Brew Fest, Point Sebago, Casco 26 Artisans Craft Fair, Point Sebago, Casco 15 Craft Fair and Luncheon, First Congregational Church, Bridgton 20 Chamber After Hours 22 9th Annual Gasping Gobbler 5K, Lovell Athletic Field, Lovell December 2015 4 Naples Lions Club Native Apples and Pie Sale on the Causeway, Naples 4-11 Fryeburg Fair, Fryeburg Fairgrounds 11 Mountainview Woodies Fall Foliage Cruise, Naples 12 Great Western Maine Chili Cookoff, Waterford 12 Waterford Fall Foliage 5 k Road Race & Children’s Fun Run, Waterford 22 5 12th Annual Festival of Lights Parade, Main St. Bridgton 5 Tree Lighting, Bridgton Community Center 5-6 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 1 Early Bird Sale and Shopping, Lake Region Businesses 11 Veteran’s Day Services, Bridgton, Sebago, Naples 11 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 23 Aerobics for All Ages, Bridgton Town Hall, 8-9 AM Table Tennis, Bridgton Town Hall, MidJune-September, 5-8 PM Cribbage, Bridgton Community Center 1 Pinochle, Bridgton Community Center Advanced Tai Chi, Bridgton Town Hall, 3:30-5 PM Mondays November 2015 Thursdays Community Kettle Dinner, Bridgton Community Center 2014 Weekly Events Chamber After Hours Senior Fitness-Jumpin’ Janes, Bridgton 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 28 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 Senior Fitness-Jumpin’ Janes, Bridgton 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, 24 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 www.mainelakeschamber.com 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. 2015 Area Guide 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]. 25 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 26 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 www.mainelakeschamber.com 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. 2015 Area Guide 27 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. www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 29 Festivals and Fairs of the Region Recreation Village Folk Festival Come one, come all! Join us in a celebration of rural life at UIJTSEBOOVBMFWFOUXIJDI 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 ZFBSTPMEBOEIBTHSPXO 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. —continued on page 33 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 30 www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 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. 31 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: .BJO 4U'SZFCVSH.BJOF 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 32 www.mainelakeschamber.com 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 2015 Area Guide expos, live music, barn dances and more. Admission TBA; '.* 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 UISPVHIBOEJODMVEFT 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: .FBEPX Rd. Casco, Maine 04015 33 34 www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 35 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 PWFSBDSFT5IFMBLF JTGFFUEFFQBUJUTEFFQFTU 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 BDSFTPGTVSGBDFBSFB*U 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 PO3PVUFJO3BZNPOE Brandy Pond Brandy Pond in Naples is the middle link of a chain of three bodies of water that offer CPBUFSTPWFSNJMFTGPSUIFJS 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 BWFSBHFEFQUIPGGFFU5IF 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 PGGFFU5IFXBUFSRVBMJUZJT 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. There is a public boat launch in Harrison, as well as one in Bridgton. 36 Two miles long and a mile wide, Crystal Lake has a TVSGBDFBSFBPGBDSFTB NBYJNVNEFQUIPGGFFU 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 www.mainelakeschamber.com 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 2015 Area Guide in Denmark. In between find its widest and deepest section, the main basin in Bridgton. 5IFQPOEFODPNQBTTFT 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 DBVTFXBZPO3PVUFJT 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 8PPET1POEJTMPOH and narrow. It’s a great place to fish, kayak, water ski, sail and enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets. 8PPET1POEJTBBDSF body of water. The pond is two miles long and just under a half mile wide. It has a maximum depth of 29 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. 37 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 XJEFBOEDPWFSTBDSFT*U has a maximum depth of 57 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. *UIBTBTVSGBDFBSFBPG 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, IBTBNBYJNVNEFQUIPG GFFUBOEBNFBOEFQUIPG 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. There is a public boat launch 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 MBVODIPO3UFT Lakes and Ponds of the Lakes Region Keoka Lake Keoka Lake in Waterford sits at the edge of Waterford Flat, one of the prettiest little New England villages around. 5IFMBLFJTBDSFTJOTJ[F has a maximum depth of 42 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, FODPNQBTTFTBDSFTBOE has maximum depth of 155 GFFUXJUIBNFBOEFQUIPG feet. Its water quality is rated as above average. There is a public boat launch PGG3UFBUUIFTPVUIXFTU 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! www.mainelakeschamber.com 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 2015 Area Guide 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. 39 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. 40 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. www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 41 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: 207-583-6126 to have your order ready. 42 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 www.mainelakeschamber.com 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. 43 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 GPS$PMUUIFOQBUented it and the rest is history. Rufus Porter Museum mural 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 MPDBUFEBU/PSUI)JHI 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. '.*XXX 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 TIPQ'.* www.bridgtonhistory.org 44 Gibbs Avenue Museum— collections, archives and research facilities of the Bridgton Historical Society, located at 5 Gibbs Avenue. '.*XXX 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 www.mainelakeschamber.com 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. 2015 Area Guide 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. 45 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 True Value Hardware) 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 True Value Hardware) 46 Waterskis (Sportshaus); Wood Splitter (Hayes True Value Hardware) X Y X-Country Skis (Five Fields Farm) Yurt (Shawnee Peak) Z “Z” Bender (Hayes True Value Hardware) www.mainelakeschamber.com 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 2015 Area Guide 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]. 47 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 out, and partial views of rugged Burnt Meadow MounUBJO'PMMPX3PVUF/PSUI 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. Drive to the top of Hacker’s )JMMBOBEEJUJPOBMGFFUPG elevation, and you’ll be absoMVUFMZCMPXOBXBZEFHSFF 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 UPBDDFTTGSPN3PVUFBOE 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 TVNNJUZPVMMGJOEBGPPU J.D. POTTER CONSTRUCTION • NEW HOMES • RENOVATIONS • KITCHENS Repairs From the Ground Up 207-787-2331 Chandler Funeral Homes & Cremation Service LAKE REGION AUTO SUPPLY Dana Chandler, Marc Chandler, Glenn Henderson, Eric Nelson Funeral Directors &MN4USFFU#SJEHUPO Business Office & Arrangement Center 51 Main Street, South Paris GBY Other locations: Bethel, South Paris, Mechanic Falls OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK 237 Portland Road Bridgton, Maine 04009 www.chandlerfunerals.com —continued on page 50 www.mainelakeschamber.com Cell: 831-8464 2015 Area Guide 49 207-647-8737 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 50 www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 51 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 52 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 www.mainelakeschamber.com 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 2015 Area Guide The Songo River Queen II This modern day replica of the famed Mississippi River Paddle Wheelers accommoEBUFTVQUPQBTTFOHFST 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 53 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. 5PXO0GGJDF www.bridgtonmaine.org )PTQJUBM School District: Lake Region 4DIPPM%JTUSJDU4"% County: Cumberland 4RVBSF.JMFTTRNJMFT 1PQVMBUJPO 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. -JCSBSZ 5PXO0GGJDF brownfieldmaine.org 5SBOTGFS4UBUJPO -JCSBSZ Farmers’ Market: Saturdays 8-1, May thru November; Depot St. behind Reny’s 5SBOTGFS4UBUJPO School District: MSAD 72 County: Oxford Square Miles: 45.45 sq. miles 1PQVMBUJPO 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. 5PXO0GGJDF www.cascomaine.org -JCSBSZ 5SBOTGFS4UBUJPO Farmers Market: Thursdays 9AM-2PM, May thru September; 940 Meadow Rd. Library: 207-452-2200 Transfer Station: 207-452-2987 School District: MSAD 72 County: Oxford 4RVBSF.JMFT 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. 5PXO0GGJDF www.fryeburgmaine.org 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. School District: Lake Region 4DIPPM%JTUSJDU4"% -JCSBSZ County: Cumberland School District: MSAD 72 4RVBSF.JMFTTRNJMFT County: Oxford 1PQVMBUJPO 4RVBSF.JMFTTRNJMFT 5PXO0GGJDF www.harrisonmaine.org 1PQVMBUJPO -JCSBSZ 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. 54 5PXO0GGJDF www.denmarkmaine.org www.mainelakeschamber.com 5SBOTGFS4UBUJPO 5SBOTGFS4UBUJPO Farmers Market: Fridays 1PM5PM, May thru September; Town Office parking lot School District: Oxford Hills School District (MSAD 17) 2015 Area Guide 5PXO0GGJDF www.lovellmaine.us -JCSBSZ 5SBOTGFS4UBUJPO Farmers Market: Wednesdays 9AM-1PM, May thru October; Route 5 School District: MSAD 72 County: Oxford County: Cumberland Square Miles: 47.89 sq. miles 4RVBSF.JMFTTRNJMFT Population: 1,140 1PQVMBUJPO 55 5PXO0GGJDF www.townofnaples.org -JCSBSZ 5SBOTGFS4UBUJPO Farmers Market: Thursdays 10AM-2PM, May thru September; Naples Village Green —continued on page 56 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. 5PXO0GGJDF stowmaine.org School District: MSAD 72 County: Oxford School District: Lake Region 4DIPPM%JTUSJDU.4"% thru September, 709 Roosevelt Trail County: Cumberland 4RVBSF.JMFTTRNJMFT School District: Windham Raymond School District (RSU 14) 1PQVMBUJPO County: Cumberland Raymond 04071 Square Miles: 44.75 sq. miles 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 CPZIPPEZFBSTGSPNUP 1925 in Raymond. Today, BMPOH3PVUFZPVMMGJOEB paved walkway enhanced by many gardens. 5PXO0GGJDF www.raymondmaine.org -JCSBSZ Farmers Market/Farm Stand: Saturdays 8AM-1PM, May -JCSBSZ School District: Lake Region 4DIPPM%JTUSJDU.4"% County: Cumberland 4RVBSF.JMFTTRNJMFT 1PQVMBUJPO Population: 4,457 4RVBSF.JMFTTRNJMFT 1PQVMBUJPO 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. 5PXO0GGJDF www.eskerridge.com/sweden. htm School District: MSAD 72 County: Oxford Square Miles: 29.74 sq. miles 1PQVMBUJPO Sebago 04029 Sebago is located on the western shore of the state’s second largest body of water, Sebago Lake. Abenaki for “a great XBUFSwUIFMBLFDPWFST square miles in surface area. Douglas Mountain offers a TQFDUBDVMBSWJFXTQBOning from the lake northwest 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 56 www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 5PXO0GGJDF www.waterfordme.org -JCSBSZ School District: Oxford Hills School District (MSAD 17) County: Oxford Square Miles: 52.92 Population 1,542 57 BRIDGTON #SJEHUPO"MMJBODF$IVSDI 'JSTU$POHSFHBUJPOBM$IVSDI (SBDF$ISJTUJBO$IVSDI ,JOHEPN)BMMPG+FIPWBIT8JUOFTTFT -BLF3FHJPO7JOFZBSE$IVSDI /FX)FJHIUT#BQUJTU$IVSDI 1MFBTBOU.PVOUBJO1SFTCZUFSJBO 4U+PTFQIT$BUIPMJD$IVSDI 4U1FUFST&QJTDPQBM$IVSDI 4PVUI#SJEHUPO$POHSFHBUJPOBM BROWNFIELD #SPXOGJFME$PNNVOJUZ$IVSDI CASCO $BTDP7JMMBHF$IVSDI $BTDP"MMJBODF$IVSDI 8FCCT.JMMT'SFF#BQUJTU$IVSDI DENMARK %FONBSL#JCMF$IBQFM %FONBSL$POHSFHBUJPOBM$IVSDI Pleasant Mountain Orthodox 207-452-2228 FRYEBURG Bradley Church &BTU'SZFCVSH$IVSDIPG$ISJTU 'JSTU$IVSDIPG$ISJTU4DJFOUJTU 'JSTU$POHSFHBUJPOBM$IVSDI 'SZFCVSH"TTFNCMZPG(PE 'SZFCVSH/FX$IVSDI 4U&MJ[BCFUI"OO4FUPO$BUIPMJD$IVSDI 207-925-1070 HARRISON #PMTUFST.JMMT$IVSDI $POHSFHBUJPOBM$IVSDIPG)BSSJTPO 4FWFOUI%BZ"EWFOUJTU$IVSDI LOVELL 6OJUFE$IVSDIPG$ISJTU NAPLES $PSOFSTUPOF(PTQFM$IVSDI 6OJUFE.FUIPEJTU$IVSDI RAYMOND $ISJTU$IBQFM -BLF3FHJPO#BQUJTU$IVSDI 3BZNPOE7JMMBHF$PNNVOJUZ$IVSDI Saint Raymond Catholic Chapel 207-892-8288 SEBAGO /PSUI4FCBHP6OJUFE.FUIPEJTU$IVSDI Sebago Center Community Church 0VS-BEZPG4FCBHP$BUIPMJD$IVSDI 207-787-2929 SWEDEN 4XFEFO$PNNVOJUZ$IVSDI WATERFORD /PSUI8BUFSGPSE$POHSFHBUJPOBM$IVSDI 8BUFSGPSE$POHSFHBUJPOBM$IVSDI 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. Northeast Snowmobile Rentals 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 www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 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 59 Harvest Hills Animal Shelter 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 Water’s Edge Gallery 118 Main Street Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-3433 www.watersedgeme.com Oxford House Inn & Restaurant 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 Water’s Edge Gallery 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 Songo River Queen II 841 Roosevelt Trail Naples, ME 04055 207-693-6861 www.songoriverqueen.net 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 Lake Region Caterers, Inc. 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 Tarry-A-While Resort 17 Tarry-A-While Road Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-2522 www.tarryawhileresort.com CLOTHING & OTHER RETAIL Four Seasons Camping Area 1741 Roosevelt Trail Naples, ME 04055 207-693-6797 www.fourseasonscampingarea.com DownEast Engraving 1800 Roosevelt Trail 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 60 Mexicali Blues 1338 Roosevelt Trail 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 North Conway, NH 03860 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 www.mainelakeschamber.com DENTAL SERVICES Bridgton Dental Associates 138 Harrison Road Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-8052 www.bridgtondental.com Bridgton Dental Hygiene Care, PA 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 2015 Area Guide 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 www.norwaysavingsbank.com 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 www.norwaysavingsbank.com FINANCIAL SERVICES Norway Savings Bank-Naples 621 Roosevelt Trail Naples, ME 04055 207-693-6224 www.norwaysavingsbank.com 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 61 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 Papa’s Floral & Gifts 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 261 Point Sebago Road 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 62 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 Bridgton Dental Associates 138 Harrison Road Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-8052 www.bridgtondental.com Bridgton Dental Hygiene Care, PA 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 www.mainelakeschamber.com Home Health Visiting Nurses 15 Industrial Park Road Saco, ME 04072 207-284-4566 www.homehealth.org Premier Physical Therapy 316 Portland Road, Suite 203 Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-2727 www.premierpt.biz Ten Lakes Chiropractic Clinic 300 Portland Road, Suite 2 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 2015 Area Guide Oberg Insurance & Real Estate Agency, Inc. 132 Main Street Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-5551 www.obergrealestate.com MOTELS, HOTELS AND RESORTS A Landmark Inn, Motel & Cottages 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 261 Point Sebago Road 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 Punkin Valley Restaurant 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 63 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 Bridgton Alliance Church 368 Harrison Road Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-2027 www.bridgtonalliancechurch.org Bridgton Arts & Crafts 12 Depot Street Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-8781 Bridgton Community Center 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 Bridgton Community Center 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 First Congregational Church, UCC 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 Grace Christian Church 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/ Harvest Hills Animal Shelter 1389 Bridgton Road Fryeburg, ME 04037 207-935-4358 www.harvesthills.org Lake Region Vineyard Church 402 Main Street Bridgton, ME 04009 207-808-1332 www.lrvc.org Loon Echo Land Trust 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 St. Peter’s Episcopal Church 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 64 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 North Conway, NH 03860 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 North Conway, NH 03860 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 www.mainelakeschamber.com 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 1539 Roosevelt Trail 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 261 Point Sebago Road Casco, ME 04015 207-655-3821 www.pointsebago.com Oxford House Inn & Restaurant 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 Punkin Valley Restaurant 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 Loon Echo Land Trust 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 www.songoriverqueen.net 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 65 Northeast Snowmobile Rentals 532 Main Street Fryeburg, ME 04037 207-935-1220 www.northeastsnowmobile.com Shawnee Peak Ski Area 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 1539 Roosevelt Trail Raymond, ME 04071 207-655-3811 www.kranin.com Point Sebago 261 Point Sebago Road 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 Shawnee Peak Ski Area 119 Mountain Road Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-8444 www.shawneepeak.com A Landmark Inn, Motel & Cottages 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 www.NobleHouseInn.com Lake Region Caterers, Inc. 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 www.NobleHouseInn.com Papa’s Floral & Gifts 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 www.NobleHouseInn.com WORSHIP Bridgton Alliance Church 368 Harrison Road Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-2027 www.bridgtonalliancechurch.org First Congregational Church, UCC 33 S. High Street Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-3936 www.bridgtonnucc.org Grace Christian Church 11 Pinhook Road Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-2796 www.grace-christian-church-me-com Lake Region Vineyard Church 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 St. Peter’s Episcopal Church 42 Sweden Road (Rt. 93) Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-8549 www.stpetersbridgton.org Songo River Queen II 841 Roosevelt Trail Naples, ME 04055 207-693-6861 www.songoriverqueen.net Tarry-A-While Resort 17 Tarry-A-While Road Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-2522 www.tarryawhileresort.com Wolf Cove Inn 5 Jordan Shore Drive Poland, ME 04274 207-998-4976 www.wolfcoveinn.com 66 www.mainelakeschamber.com 2015 Area Guide 67 www.mainelakeschamber.com
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