Category: Arts & Entertainment

SPAC Stage all About Variety

The Sanford Performing Arts Center (SPAC) is thrilled to announce its 2024-2025 season lineup, offering a diverse mix of new shows and returning favorites as it celebrates its sixth year. “We are proud to bring world-class touring performances right here to Sanford,” said SPAC Director Brett Williams. “Our community has become a destination for top-tier entertainment, offering audiences the opportunity to see the best touring acts without leaving Southern Maine. With affordable tickets, free parking, and a state-of-the-art venue, we…

Lineup for Lip Sync Challenge Growing

A team from Northern Explosion Dance Studio is signed up for the showdown Photo: courtesy of Northern Explosion From a press release Get ready for a night of fun, music, and friendly competition at the Sanford Backpack Program's "Lip Sync Showdown!" The event is scheduled for 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 at Sanford Performing Arts Center. All proceeds go to the program's mission to provide food for local students in need. Some of the area's most recognizable faces will hit…

Exciting Events Coming to Smitty’s Cinema & GameLAB

By Brian Boisvert Looking for a way to break out of your routine next week? Look no further than Smitty's Cinema & GameLAB (1327 Main Street, Sanford). While most know that Smitty's is a fantastic choice for a night at the movies, dining on pub favorites, bowling or to enjoy some arcade games, they also offer incredible live events like comedy shows and an exciting night of music bingo. In addition to all that fun, here's a look at the…

Sanford on Stage Sizzles with Song

By Kristi King Local talent was on full display Sept. 14 at the Sanford Performing Arts Center as ten musical performances were showcased during the Sanford on Stage event hosted by the Sanford Arts Commission. More than 100 audience members, including a huge following of family and friends, enjoyed the wide array of talented singers during a flawless production emceed by SPAC Director Brett Williams. Melissa Alipalo of the Arts Commission announced that the event had raised $1,000 for the…

Bob Arsenault Watercolor Exhibit to Open at Historical Museum

By Lawrence Furbish, President, Sanford-Springvale Historical Society Springvale Library, watercolor by Bob Arsenault At its annual meeting on Sept. 26, the Sanford-Springvale Historical Society will open a new exhibit of watercolor paintings by the late Bob Arsenault, who painted thousands of works of public buildings, homes, landscapes and other subjects in the area. Bob, who died in 2018, was a veteran, a musician and music store owner who only began painting after retirement. He painted landmarks in Sanford and nearby…

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