Wells Summer Concert Series

Every Saturday evening from June 30th through September 1st a variety of delightfully entertaining outdoor concerts is scheduled to be held at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo in Wells Harbor Park.  A list of specific dates and performers are available at the Wells Chamber of Commerce and will be televised on Time Warner Cable (Ch. 3).  The concerts are for folks of all ages.  The entertainment begins promptly at 6:30 PM.  Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the show.  In the event of rain the concerts may be rescheduled or cancelled.  FMI call the Chamber of Commerce at 207-646-2451 or email at wellschamber@wellschamber.org, or visit the Chamber website at www.wellschamber.org.  If you are interested in being one of the performers for the 2008 Summer Concert Chairperson please contact June Messier, ( 207 646-5596), Concert Committee Chair.

Craft Shows

Craft shows are held throughout the summer and fall.  Browse through a fine selection of handmade crafts and sample delicious food. 

Turkey Suppers

Hosted by the Wells-Ogunquit Music Boosters, turkey suppers are held one Saturday per month January through April from 5:00-7:00 pm at St. Mary’s Church on Eldridge Rd.  FMI 646-3387

Networking Group

The Southern Maine Networking Group meets every Thursday morning in season at the Wells Chamber of Commerce  Information Center on Rt. 1 in Moody from 7:30-8:30 am.  Share your ideas and thoughts with fellow business people from the area over a cup of coffee. FMI:  646-2451

Bean Suppers

A New England tradition featuring baked beans, hot dogs, etc.  Held the first Saturday of the month (May to October) at the Masonic Hall on Sanford Road, Wells and at the Wells Congregational Church, Route 1 Wells, on the second Saturday of the month.  Both events are from 5:00-7:00 pm.

Pancake Breakfast

The Wells & Ogunquit Senior Center sponsors a wonderful pancake breakfast every Saturday.  Center is located on Rt. 1 in Moody.  For more information call 646-7775. 

Wells Farmer’s Market

The Wells Farmer’s Market is held in the Town Hall parking lot Wednesday afternoons from 2 to 6 pm in season. It features fresh native produce, eggs, herbs, wool, baked goods, organic produce, venison & rabbit meat, seedlings, plants, flowers, and more.  FMI call Janet Weaver @ 646-5926 or visit website www.wellsfarmersmarket.org.

May 21-October 8th  Wells Farmer’s Market is held in the Wells Town Hall parking lot on Wednesday afternoons from 2pm – 5:30pm.  Janet Weaver 646-5926.

June 17- Town Wide Yard Sale sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce to be held at the Wells Elementary School on Rt. 109. 8:00am – 1:00pm  207-646-2451.

June 22 - Wells Antique Show and Sale co-sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce to be held on the historic grounds of the Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farm.10am – 4pm.  ADMISSION   John DeSimone  800 641-6908 or goosefare@gwi.net.

June 28 - Wells Summer Concert Series, featuring The 60’s Invasion, is co-sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce. Concerts are held at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  207 646-2451.

July 5 - Wells Summer Concert Series, featuring Mac McCale, is co-sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce.  Concerts are held at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  207-646-2451.

July 12 - Harbor Park Family Festival sponsored by the Wells Rotary. Chicken BBQ, evening concert and more. 207-646-2451.

July 12 - Wells Summer Concert Series, featuring The Blind Pilots, is co-sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce.  Concerts are held at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  207 646-2451.

July 12 & 13 - 26th Annual Summer Solstice Craft Show at Wells Elementary School on Rt. 109 in Wells.  Hours: 10 am to 4 pm    Rain or Shine. 70 juried crafters featuring jewelry, stained glass, pottery, folk art, and more. FREE ADMISSION & PARKING. 207-646-5172 or summersolstice@maine.rr.com.

July 19 - Wells Summer Concert Series, featuring Women of Note, is co-sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce.  Concerts are held at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  207 646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org

July 20 - A Painterly Day Jazz Reception at Laudholm Farm. In a grand, historic barn at the Wells Reserve, select local artists will display paintings for a silent auction while jazz musicians set the mood.  Festival to benefit Laudholm Trust. 207-646-4521. 

July 26 - Wells Summer Concert Series, featuring Straight Lace, is co-sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce.  Concerts are held at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm. 207 646-2451.

July 26 & 27 - 6th Annual Native American PowWow co-sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce at Harbor Park featuring music, dance, crafts, jewelry demonstrations, and special guests.  Gates open at 9 am.  ADMISSION. 603 528-3005.

Aug 2 - Wells Summer Concert Series, featuring Bonnie Edwards, is co-sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce. Concerts are held at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm. 207 646-2451.

Aug 9 - Wells Summer Concert Series, featuring Debbie Myers, is co-sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce.  Concerts are held at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  207 646-2451.

Aug 16 - Wells Summer Concert Series, featuring Eddy Forman, is co-sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce.  Concerts are held at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  207 646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org

Aug 23 - Wells Summer Concert Series, featuring All Together Now, is co-sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce.  Concerts are held at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  207 646-2451.

Aug 30 - Wells Summer Concert Series, featuring Rick Charette, is co-sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce.  Concerts are held at the Hope Hobbs Gazebo, Wells Harbor Park 6:30 pm.  207 646-2451.

Sept. 6 & 7 - 19th Annual Summer Solstice Craft Show at Wells Elementary School on Rt. 109 in Wells.  Hours: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm   Rain or Shine. 70 juried crafters featuring fiber, jewelry, folk art, clay, herbs, graphics, and more.FREE ADMISSION & PARKING 
207 646-5172 or summersolstice@maine.rr.com.

Sept. 6 & 7 - 21st Annual Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival sponsored by Laudholm Trust at Laudholm Farm 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.  This event brings nearly 100 highly respected juried artisans to a historic seaside setting to exhibit and sell their creative and unique craftworks.  ADMISSION. 207 646-4521 www.wellsreserve.org.

Sept 13 & 14 - Annual ChiliFest sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce at Wells Harbor.  Maine State and Downeast Regional Contests.  Join the competition or    judge for yourself.  Live bands, vendors, crafters and more.  9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Tasting kits available. 207-646-2451 or www.wellschamber.org.

Sept. 27 - Punkinfiddle and National Estuaries Day Celebration sponsored by Laudholm Trust.  Family festival featuring fun and learning for the entire family. 207 646-4521  www.wellsreserve.org  ADMISSION.

Nov 1 & 2 - 25th Annual League of Maine Craft Show. Wells Jr. High School on Rt. 1, Wells   Hours:  10:00am – 4:00pm. 60 juried crafters featuring folk art, everlastings, pottery, jewelry, stained glass, weaving and more.    FREE ADMISSION & PARKING. 207 646-5172 or summersolstice@maine.rr.com.