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Tom Petty Tribute Takes Off at Sanford Airport

Experience the magic of Tom Petty music live at The Runaway Photo: www.rundownadream.com By Brian Boisvert Music lovers in the Sanford area are in for a treat as the renowned Tom Petty tribute band, Runnin’ Down a Dream, is set to perform at The Runaway at Pilots Cove Cafe (199 Airport Road, Sanford) on Saturday, August 17 at 7pm. This highly anticipated event promises to be a night filled with nostalgia, energy, and the timeless music of Tom Petty and…

Summer Melodies at Springvale Library

Folk musician Jim Sharkey will perform on August 9 Photo: Daniel Coston, www.jimsharkeymusic.com By Brian Boisvert The Springvale Public Library, in collaboration with the Sanford Springvale Chamber of Commerce, is continuing its popular “Music on the Patio” series this season. The summer event, which began this year on June 28, will continue to entertain the community every Friday from noon to 1 pm until September 6. Attendees are encouraged to bring a chair and their lunch to enjoy an hour…

Local Author Monica Wood Discusses Her New Novel

Wood has written a powerful story of redemption and new beginnings. Photo: Monica Wood Facebook page By Brian Boisvert Thanks to a generous grant from the Nasson Alumni Association, the Springvale Public Library and Louis B. Goodall Memorial Library are presenting local book lovers with an opportunity to meet Monica Wood, acclaimed Maine author. Wood will be discussing her latest novel, How to Read a Book, at the Nasson Community Center (457 Main St., Springvale) on July 31 at 6:00…

A Return to Sanford for Local Jazz Legends

Sanford native Mike McGinnis returns for a jazz homecoming with fellow SHS alumni. Photo: Peter Gannushkin, www.mikemcginnis.com By Brian Boisvert Calling all jazz enthusiasts! Mark your calendars for a night of exceptional music as Sanford native Mike McGinnis returns to his hometown along with a stellar quartet for a performance at the Sanford Unitarian Universalist Church on Friday, July 26th, at 7 pm. This special concert reunites McGinnis, a renowned saxophonist and clarinetist, with his longtime friends and fellow musicians.…

The Addams Family Takes the Stage at Nasson Little Theatre

Cast and crew of The Addams Family prepare for a frightfully delightful performance. Photo Credit: Nasson Community Center and Little Theatre Facebook By Brian Boisvert The Addams Family, that delightfully macabre clan from comics, television, and film, is coming to the Nasson Little Theatre in Springvale, and it promises to be a must-see production. Directed by George Perkins with musical direction by Karen Mathews, this charming musical comedy will run for two weekends only, starting July 19. “The Addams Family…

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