April showers may bring May flowers, but why wait? Surround yourself with blooms at Boothbay Region Art Foundation’s current exhibition, “Flower Show!” And, surprise, surprise, members of the Boothbay Region Garden Club have created floral arrangements, to complement their favorite florals on the walls – and that’s downstairs and up, mind you.

Sure the greenhouses are opening and there’s planting to be done outside, but what about inside? The paintings, photography, fiber, mixed media, and wood assemblage art would look fabulous adorning a wall in your home.

During their March meeting, I had the privilege of attending the “I Love A Mystery” book club which is excellently led by retired librarian and longtime BHML circulation volunteer, Shirley Sirois. Shirley and members of the club welcomed me warmly and were more than happy to respond to some questions I had for them about their ties to the library.

The Y Arts Program is proud to present "9 to 5 JR.," a high-energy, family-friendly musical comedy based on the hit movie and Broadway show, at the Lincoln Theater on Thursday, April 16 and Friday, April 17 at 5 p.m.

The Boothbay Region's festival founded in 1962 remains the most anticipated event of the year. The 64th annual Windjammer Days week-long festival happens from Sunday, June 21 through Saturday, June 27. 

Do you enjoy meeting new people? Would you like to learn more about local history?

The Boothbay Region Historical Society has a need for museum greeters during our busy summer season beginning June 4 through Aug. 29. Shifts are Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon or noon to 2 p.m.  

As a greeter you will welcome visitors, introduce current exhibits, and offer information for self-guided tours.  

The society is located within the 1874 Elizabeth F. Reed house at 72 Oak Street, Boothbay Harbor. 

Martin Sexton tours in support of the 25th anniversary of "Live Wide Open" - the critically-acclaimed double vinyl live album. The show at The Waldo on May 8 will include these fan-favorites as well as some new material and surprise covers.

Dar Williams will be performing at The Waldo on May 1 at 7:30 p.m. with special guest Spencer LaJoye. Hendrik Hertzberg of The New Yorker has described Williams as "one of America's very best singer-songwriters."

Sheepscot Chorus invites you to their annual spring concert, “Many Voices, One Dream,” on April 11 and 12, both at 3 p.m. at Damariscotta Baptist Church, 4 Bristol Road. On the program will be Leonard Bernstein's "Chichester Psalms," as well as other works by American composers representing varied cultures and backgrounds.

An iconic performance returns to the big screen this April, as Helen Mirren reprises her celebrated role as Queen Elizabeth II in an encore screening of “The Audience,” presented as part of the 2026 season of National Theatre Live broadcasts at Lincoln Theater. Originally captured live in 2013 in London’s West End, “The Audience” offers a rare opportunity to witness Mirren’s award-winning portrayal in a production that has captivated global audiences.

Distinguished bass-baritone John David Adams joins pianist Morgan Lee and special guests for an evening of music that combines virtuosity and warmth on Thursday, April 16 at 7 p.m. at Bay Chamber in Camden.

With a Critic’s Pick review in the New York Times and a 3.5 star rating on RogerEbert.com, “The President’s Cake” is one of the most acclaimed films of the year. Written and directed by first-time feature filmmaker Hasan Hadi, who knows the storytelling terrain firsthand, having grown up in Iraq under Hussein’s rule. Opens Friday at Lincoln Theater.

"Project Hail Mary" held over with Read & Watch event April 11. "Goat" opens April 17 with a Family Film Deal; Arts on Screen returns with "Georgia O'Keefe - The Brightness of Light."

Harbor Theater and Boothbay Region TV and Media Center have a lot in common, beginning with their missions. While Harbor Theater strives to be a cultural asset in the community through films and related events that educate, inspire and entertain, BRTV aims to inspire, educate, and facilitate video and filmmaking. How natural that the two non-profit organizations should work together to provide the community with the best possible access to film media!

It’s always a delight to see the world we live in through the eyes of young artists, and Maine Art Gallery is pleased to launch each new season with an exhibit of fresh and lively work by students. A  reception to honor the students will be held on April 9 from 4 to 6 p.m.  

Craig Ferguson will be performing at The Waldo, 916 Main St., Waldoboro, on April 9 at 8 p.m. Ferguson is a multiple Grammy nominated, Peabody and Emmy Award-winning actor, writer, producer, director and comedian with a diverse career that encompasses film, television and the stage.

The Y Arts Community Players cast of 66 played to sold out shows at the Opera House last weekend, and with good reason! First off, it's Y Arts, it'll be brilliant; and second, the production was "Alice In Wonderland," an adaption, sure, but all of the unforgettable characters we love were there. The book, lyrics and music were written and composed by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman.

Lincoln Theater is pleased to present a free community screening of the documentary film “Quiet the Sirens,” followed by a talkback, Wednesday, April 15 at 7 p.m. In partnership with Upwell Psychiatry, this screening provides audiences with a powerful story of healing, resilience, and new possibilities for treating trauma.