lakes region - Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce
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lakes region - Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce
2009 Area Guide The Greater Bridgton lakes region Imagine Us in Any Season... Visit Us in All of Them! 2009 Area Guide Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Noble House Inn Bridgton’s Premier Bed & Breakfast Above Scenic Highland Lake Rufus Porter Museum Lodging Partner Luxurious Guestrooms ~ Wicked-Good Breakfasts ~ Exceptional Hospitality Bottomless Cookie Jar ~ Jacuzzis & Fireplaces ~ Canoe & Snowshoes Specializing in Elopements Offering Cultural Heritage Series Discounts OPEN YEAR ROUND SHAWNEE PEAK LODGING PARTNER Eighty-One Highland Road, Downtown Bridgton www.noblehousebb.com ~ innkeepers@noblehousebb.com 888-237-4880 ~ 207-647-3733 OFFERING SKI & STAY PACKAGES 2009 Area Guide Buying or Selling Real Estate in the Lakes Region? Lakefront • Vacation • Residential • Log Homes • Investment • Commercial Contact the Area Specialists At 207-647-5371 or 800-647-5371 Email: remax@mainelakes.com AT THE LAKES RE/MAX At the Lakes is located at 171 Portland Road (Route 302) P.O. Box 160, Bridgton, ME 04009 Office: 207-647-5371 or 1-800-647-5371 Website: www.mainelakes.com Lake Country Properties Lake Country Properties Vacation and Long Term Rentals Contact us for a free brochure! or Visit our website at LCPrentals.com PO Box 160, Route 302 Portland Street, Bridgton, ME 04009 800-647-8093 or 207-647-8093 Email: lcp@mainelakes.com Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Visit the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region and respond to the call of the wild, feel the breeze on your face and watch the sunset from our mountain tops and beaches. Relax, unwind, grab hold of this experience and treasure it forever. Let the dynamic landscape, New England architecture, intriguing people and warm hospitality motivate you to have fun and re-invigorate your life. With so much natural beauty surrounding you, it’s impossible not to be inspired by this perfect getaway destination during any season. Come explore the past, reconnect with nature and restore your soul. Whether you are in the mood for a stay in one of our B& Bs, cottages or motels, shopping, culture, outdoor adventure, scenic cruise, history or even real estate--when you visit the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region you’ll discover exceptional places to indulge all your senses. The area is filled with rare charm, lovely old homes, quaint shops and galleries. We have wonderful cafés and restaurants where you can relax between bouts of cultural activity and shopping. In spring, summer and fall, this is a place for water sports, hiking, horseback riding, biking, hunting, leaf peeping, sampling local produce and more. In winter, come enjoy a myriad of ice and snow sports. How to Use This Guide This guide, our recently updated website, and the two Chamber Information Centers are important assets for both visitors and residents. Our main office is located at 101 Portland Road in Bridgton with a satellite office at 952 Roosevelt Trail in Naples. The Chamber has represented the interests of the local business community since 1921. Our members know that by working together, we play a leading role in improving the local business climate and attracting visitors to the area. We are here to help you find reputable businesses to meet your every need. We have information on upcoming events, volunteer opportunities and the school systems. Photos this page: © Joe Beecher beecherphoto.com Discover the Magic of the Lakes Region! A calendar of events for 2009 is included on pages 28 & 29. We hope you’ll take note of our many events and activities and plan to join us for any or all of them. You can also get up-to-the-minute information on what’s going in our region on by visiting our Chamber website at www.mainelakeschamber.com. On pages 44 through 46 you will find a directory of Chamber members organized by their area of service. Their listing will also direct you to the page or pages that include their ad. Finally, we are pleased to partner with Lakes Environmental Association to bring you the regional map on pages 24 & 25. This newly revised map has been expanded to include the entire Lakes Region and is both easy to read and accurate. In addition to the beauty of our area, it’s the communities that really make it special. The Greater Bridgton Lakes Region consists of thirteen quaint towns and villages. Each hosts annual events filled with fun and exciting things to do for the whole family. From its earliest days, residents of the area have valued the need to build community bonds and promote citizen involvement. Today we have a strong social infrastructure formed around everything from the arts and downtown beautification to recreation and economic development. With so much to do and see in and around the Lakes Region, you might need help planning your day or stay. You’ll be surprised at what you find nestled between Sebago Lake and the Saco River. The options are endless and no matter what you choose to do, it will be done in a gorgeous setting. You can learn more and get up-to-the minute information by visiting our website at www.mainelakeschamber.com. Each of the thirteen towns of the Lakes Region our Chamber serves is unique in what it has to offer, and we also encourage you to visit their individual websites when available. Activities, spectacular scenery, history, culture and entertainment--there are so many reasons to visit. We hope you’ll find our 2009 Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Guide a useful tool, whether you’re visiting the region or live here year round. Be sure to visit either or both of the Chamber Information Centers if you need further details or want to fine tune your search. You can also reach us by phone at 207-647-3472 in Bridgton and at 207-693-1044 n Naples. 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, P.O. Box 236 Bridgton, Maine 04009 207-647-3472 • Fax: 207-647-8372 www.mainelakeschamber.com e-mail: info@mainelakeschamber.com The 2009 Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Area Guide is one piece of a multi-faceted commitment to provide locals and tourists the best information available. We work to meet this goal by hosting our Bridgton Information Center six days per week all year, and seven in the summer. This schedule speaks to the community’s commitment to you, the visitor. We staff the center with staff and volunteers who like working with you; are knowledgeable; are problem-solvers and offer years of experience. We send out regular communications through email, press releases, and regular mail to respond to requests from visitors. The Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Area Guide is that extra piece that allows you to know us through pictures, words and information. We thank you for visiting and hope you will return again and again! 2009 Area Guide Healthy, Beautiful Smiles . . . For Life! The Mountain View Dentistry Team Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Photo: © Joe Beecher www.beecherphoto.com Table of Contents Discover the Magic of the Lakes Region!........... 5 2009 Lakes Brew Fest..................................... 8 Live, Work, Learn & Play in the Lakes Region..... 9-13 Greater Bridgton Lakes Region by the Numbers14 Accommodations........................................... 15 Country Inns and B&Bs................................... 16-18 Cottages/Homes............................................ 18-20 Campgrounds................................................ 20 Home Owner Supplies & Services.................... 20-23 Health Care.................................................. 24-27 Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Area Map......... 24&25 Calendar of Events......................................... 28&29 The Outdoors................................................ 30-31 Boat Launches............................................... 31 Insurance/Real Estate..................................... 33-34 Professional Services...................................... 34-37 2009 Maine Blues Festival.............................. 36 Specialty Shops............................................. 37-40 Restaurants & Specialty Food Shops................. 40-42 Weddings..................................................... 42 Entertainment/Cultural.................................... 42-44 Advertiser & Member Directory........................ 44-46 Cover photo montage: © Ethan McNerney emphoto@prexar.com 2009 Area Guide 2009 Lakes Brew Fest © www.beecherphoto.com September 26th 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Point Sebago Resort, Casco For tickets: 207-647-3472 or visit our website www.LakesBrewFest.com Waterfront Dining Indoors & Out • 14 boat slips • Outdoor BBQ and picnic area • Summer reggae bands • 200 year old post and beam pub • Six flat screen TVs • Open Year Round www.freedomcafeandpub.com Roosevelt Trail • Naples ME 04055 207-693-3700 Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Photo: © Joe Beecher beecherphoto.com Live, Work, Learn & Play . . . Enjoy the Lakes Region in Every Way The Greater Bridgton Lakes Region consists of small communities, each lending its own unique style to the overall area. Though our charming towns and classic New England villages are small, we have all the services you may need. We take your fun, relaxation and business seriously, so check us out. About 4,900 year-round residents live in this 68 square mile town. Educational opportunities abound from pre-school through Senior College. Organizations include 4-H, Scouts, Rotary, Lions Club, PTA, Easy Riders Snowmobile Club, Lake Region ATV Club, Pleasant Mountain Ski Club, Bridgton Historical Society, Red Hat Society, Lakeside Garden Club, Bridge Club and more. A diverse business community includes education, health, automotive, retail and specialty shops, restaurants, realty and insurance, art galleries, summer camps, construction and excavation, light manufacturing, a hospital, tourism and the service industry. Bridgton Playgrounds: Highland Lake Beach, Bridgton Municipal Building, Jr. Harmon Ball Field, Woods Pond Beach, Bridgton Community Center, Stevens Brook Elementary School* Beaches: Highland Lake, Woods Pond, Salmon Point Picnic Areas: Highland Lake Beach, Woods Pond, Salmon Point, Willis Park, Sandy Creek Boat Launches: Moose Pond, Highland Lake, Salmon Point, Woods Pond Boat Washing Stations: West Bridgton fire Station, Highland Lake, Woods Pond FMI: www.bridgtonmaine.org; town office: 207.647.8756 “The Maine Place for All Seasons” As the hub of the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region area, Bridgton is located approximately 35 miles west of Portland and 20 miles east of North Conway, N.H., on Route 302. The town is home to a movie theater, hiking and nature trails, community center, hospital, senior meals, public beaches and boat launches, Shawnee Peak Ski Area, Bridgton Academy, ice arenas, museums, art galleries, children’s playgrounds, a country club, and an active recreation program. Special events include the Mushers’ Bowl Winter Carnival, Big Night Celebration, July 4th activities including the Four on the Fourth Road Race, Rowing Regatta, Art in the Park Show, Woodworkers and Artisans Show, seasonal Farmers’ Market, a Festival of Lights parade and craft fairs. Casco The village of Casco is less than an hour from the Maine coast or the White Mountains. Quiet sanctuaries, a heron rookery, Point Sebago Resort, Sebago Lake State Park swimming area, senior meals, horseback rides, historic museums, an active recreation program for all ages and playgrounds are all part of Casco. Special events include a holiday celebration, Maine Maple Sunday, Casco Days, including the Casco Days Road Race, Lakes Brew Fest, Public Safety Days, Reindeer Auction and the Annual Casco Public Library Coffee. About 3,500 year-round residents call this 32 squaremile town home. Many of them are involved in planning the special events, plus 4-H, Scouts, Sunshine Club, Vendredi Club, Crooked River Snowmobile Club, Lake Region ATV Club, Raymond-Casco Historical Society and other clubs and organizations. Kindergartners-third graders attend Songo Locks School in next-door Naples. They return to Casco for grades 4-5. Students in grades 6-12 attend middle, high and vocational schools in Naples. Alternative education programs also exist. Sawmills, construction, summer camps, tourism and many small businesses including specialty shops, machine shops, resorts, a winery, art gallery and a variety of other retail and service businesses fuel the economy. Playgrounds: Libby Road, Casco Public Library, Crooked River Elementary School* Beaches: Pleasant Lake, Sebago Lake State Park (fee), Crescent Lake (residents only) Boat Launch: Pleasant Lake FMI: www.cascomaine.org; town office: 207.627.4515 2009 Area Guide Naples “The ‘heart’ of the Lakes Region” Naples Village is easily accessible on Route 302. At the eastern end of the Causeway, a swinging bridge spans Chute River, the shortest river in the area and the connection between Long Lake and Brandy Pond. Rides on the Songo River Queen Paddleboat, campgrounds, an indoor swimming pool, library programs for all ages, the Naples Community Arena for ice skating and roller blading, a walking program at the high school, and a seasonal farmers’ market are part of what make Naples unique. Special events include a Winter Carnival, Memorial Day Parade, Maine Blues Festival, Classic Antique Wooden Boat Show, July 4th Parade and Fireworks, Naples Main Street at Christmas and several holiday craft fairs. Home to about 3,300 people, Naples covers 36 square miles. Clubs and organizations include the Lions Club, Sebago Lake Anglers Association, Naples Historical Society and Naples Business Association. Songo Locks Elementary School meets the needs of students in grades K-3. For grades 4-5, the children attend Crooked River Elementary School in nearby Casco. They return to Naples to attend the regional middle, high and vocational schools. Restaurants, realty, specialty shops, a miniature golf course, marinas, excavation, construction, and tourism plus a variety of retail shops and service businesses provide work opportunities in Naples. Playgrounds: Naples Municipal Building, Songo Locks Elementary School* Beach: Naples Town Beach (residents only) Picnic Areas: Village Green, Sebago Lake State Park (fee) Boat Launches: Sebago Lake State Park (fee) (Note: For Long Lake and Brandy Pond, use launches in Bridgton or Harrison) FMI: www.townofnaples.org; town office: 207.693.6364 Raymond The town is located on Route 302, also known as Roosevelt Trail, and offers a sidewalk extending from Raymond Beach to Windham. Raymond is the home of three beaches, two which the general public may access. There are also ponds and lakes, including Sebago Lake, for your water adventures. The Sheri Gagnon Memorial Park, Panther Run Picnic Area, several hiking trails, an indoor “walk for health” program and mountain bike trails at Morgan Meadows enhance the physical activity opportunities in Raymond. Over 4,000 people reside in the 41 square miles of Raymond year-round. The East Raymond Union Chapel and Nathaniel Hawthorne’s boyhood home are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Clubs and organizations include Scouts, Lions Club, Raymond Community Friendship Group, PTA, Raymond-Casco Historical Society and the Raymond Rattlers Snowmobile Club. Children attend Raymond Elementary School and Jordan Small Middle School. They are tuitioned to other districts for their high school years. Businesses from advertising to woodworking with many in between including florist, retail and specialty shops provide services and jobs in Raymond. Playgrounds: Shari Gagnon Memorial Park, Raymond Elementary School* Beaches: Tassel Top Park (fee), Raymond Beach, Crescent Beach Picnic Area: Panther Run Boat Launches: Raymond Pond, Crescent Beach, Panther Pond, Sebago Lake FMI: www.raymondmaine.org; town office: 207.655.4742 Harrison “The Friendly Village” Harrison is located on Route 117 at the northern end of Long Lake. Art and culture are very much alive in Harrison due to Deertrees Theater and Cultural Center, The Backstage Gallery at Deertrees and several other studios. Whether it’s learning to dance at The Ballroom, taking karate lessons, ice skating on Long Lake, playing at The Field of Dreams, touring Scribner’s Mill or participating in one of the recreation departments many programs for young and old, there’s always something to do in Harrison. Special events in Harrison are Back to the Past events at Scribner’s Mill, Old Home Days activities including a children’s parade, Christmas in Harrison including The Candlelight Parade and several holiday craft fairs. Thirty-six square miles encompass Harrison, which has a population of about 2,300 people. Like other towns and villages in the area, the population increases significantly in the summer. Clubs and organizations include Harrison Friendly Riders Snowmobile Club, Lions Club, Scouts, Masons and Eastern Star among others. Students in grades K-6 attend Harrison Elementary School before moving on to the Oxford Hills Regional Middle, High and Vocational Schools. Restaurants, tourism, summer camps, realty, marinas, excavation, construction, home businesses, retail shops and a variety of service industries form the business sector of the community. Playgrounds: Crystal Lake Park, Field of Dreams, Harrison Elementary School* Beaches: Crystal Lake (residents only), Long Lake Picnic Areas: Crystal Lake, Long Lake Boat Launches: Crystal Lake, Long Lake FMI: www.harrisonmaine.org; town office: 207.583.2241 10Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Lovell Lovell is located on Route 5. With almost every road bearing the word “Hill” in the name, you have an idea of the terrain of this area. And from these hills, the view of the White Mountains is spectacular. There are several hiking trails for all abilities, two libraries, public boat launches, sites on the National Register of Historic Places, outdoor ice skating areas, playgrounds, miles of trails on the snowmobile route, a multi-generational recreation department and an active arts and culture community. Special events include the Monthly Speaker Program at the Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library, Old Home Days activities, the annual Arts and Artisans Craft Show at the New Suncook School, the Lovell Lions Club auction, Tour de Lovell, Gasping Gobbler 5k run/walk, annual antiques show and sale at the Kimball Stanford House, and the Dave Mason/ Kezar Lake Tennis Tournament. About 975 people live in the 43 square miles of Lovell, Center Lovell and North Lovell. Clubs and organizations such as the Ladies Circle, Scouts, Lions Club, PTA, and Lovell Historical Society keep people busy. Children in grades K-5 attend New Suncook Elementary School. For the remainder of their school years, they receive their education in neighboring Fryeburg. The local economy is sparked by tourism, maintenance, guide service, realty, light manufacturing, specialty shops plus service and professional businesses. Playgrounds: Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library, Lewis Dana Hill Memorial Library (basketball court), New Suncook Elementary School* Beaches: Town Landing, Pleasant Point, Kezar Landing (all are for residents only) Boat Launches: Kezar Lake’s Upper and Middle Bay, Horseshoe Pond, Bradley Pond (rough access), Heald Pond (6 mph limit), Farrington Pond (carry in) FMI: www.lovellmaine.net; town office: 207.925.6272 Denmark Located on Route 117, Denmark sits at the southern end of Moose Pond, beneath the shadow of Pleasant Mountain. There are several hiking trails to the summit of the mountain. Though there is one town operated public boat launch at Moose Pond, the state of Maine maintains launches at the other three large ponds in town. The Denmark Public Library, Denmark Municipal Building and Kate Sanborn Memorial Field, Denmark Arts Center and Historical Society and Denmark Community Church plus a few small businesses create the center of town. Of special note is the fact that in 1901, Camp Wyonegonic, located on Moose Pond, was the first children’s camp to open in Maine. The Black Horse Tavern Established 1987 SERVING: LUNCH, DINNER & SUNDAY BRUNCH FEATURING: FRESH SEAFOOD—STEAKS RIBS—CHICKEN—PASTA HOMEMADE SOUPS—DESSERTS AND DAILY SPECIALS Open Monday—Saturday from 11am Sunday Brunch 10-3 Located Route 302 Bridgton 647-5300 11 2009 Area Guide Special events include the Sheep Fest, July 4th parade, the Lions Club Annual Bean Hole Supper and their fall Turkey Shoot. Over 1,000 people reside in the 48 square miles of Denmark. The residents participate in activities at the library and Denmark Arts Center, recreation program, Denmark Historical Society, Lions Club, The Draggers Snowmobile Club and Project Joy. Denmark children attend Brownfield-Denmark Elementary School until grade 5. For the remainder of their school years they attend middle and high school in Fryeburg. Education, tourism, construction, boating and camping, service and retail trade create the economy of Denmark. Playground: Kate Sanborn Memorial Field, Denmark Bicentennial Park, Brownfield-Denmark Elementary School* Beach: Moose Pond Picnic Area: Denmark Bicentennial Park Boat Launches: Moose Pond, Hancock Pond, Sand Pond, Long Pond FMI: town office: 207.452.2163 Brownfield Though located only a few miles south of Fryeburg on Route 160, Brownfield feels like it’s a million miles away. Mountains, forest and the Saco River are the dominate features in this town that has been rebuilt since the forest fires of 1947. Several hiking trails, canoeing on the river, swimming at Burnt Meadow Pond, enjoying the quiet of Brownfield Bog or the other ponds in the area are all free outdoor activities. Children enjoy story time, the summer reading program or after school activities at the public library or the playground at Dunn Memorial Park behind the municipal building. Special events include the Brownfield Fire Department’s Turkey Shoot in November and Brownfield Days held each August. About 1,250 people live in the 42 square miles of Brownfield. They keep busy participating in the Lions Club, Masons, Burnt Meadow Snowmobile Club, Brownfield Historical Society, Scouts, and library programs. Students begin their education at Brownfield-Denmark Elementary School and then attend middle and high school in Fryeburg. There is also a Timber Frame school in town. The local economy is boosted by the efforts of light manufacturing, small retail businesses, construction, tourism, home businesses and agriculture. Playground: Dunn Memorial Park, BrownfieldDenmark Elementary School* Beach: Burnt Meadow Pond Boat Launches: Burnt Meadow Pond, Saco River (Brownfield Bridge) FMI: www.brownfield.maine.gov/ ; town office: 207.935.2007 Fryeburg “The oldest town in Oxford County” Located on the Saco River and New Hampshire border, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors in Fryeburg. The town is home to Hemlock Covered Bridge, several easy hiking trails, miles of snowmobile trails, public parks, public beaches, boat launches, museums, campgrounds, an active recreation department, playgrounds, bowling and simulated golf at Saco Valley Sports Center, an outdoor ice rink, Fryeburg Academy, buildings on the National Register of Historic Places and an airport. Special events include Fryeburg Academy’s Black Fly Festival, Lee and Joan Day Memorial Car Show, Memorial Day, July Fourth and Fryeburg Fair parades, Beautification Plant Sale, summertime concerts at the Bradley Park Gazebo, Maine Street Festival arts and crafts fair, Fryeburg Home and Garden Show, and Fryeburg Fair, Maine’s Blue Ribbon Classic. Located in Oxford County, over 3,000 year round residents have plenty of space to roam in the 60 square miles of Fryeburg. Clubs and organizations include Fryeburg Area Rotary Club, Lions Club, Eastern Star and Masons, Bridge Club, Scouts, Fryeburg Senior Citizens, and the Interstate Snogoers Snowmobile Club. Though there are trails throughout town and beside the river, if you are using a 4-wheeler or skiing, it is best to ask for landowners’ permission. Elementary through high school education takes place at the schools in town. Farming, light manufacturing, retail stores, canoe and camp industry, tourism, education, specialty shops and the building industry influence Fryeburg’s economy. Playgrounds: Graustein Park, C.A.Snow School* Beaches: Weston’s Beach, Canal Bridge Picnic Areas: Canal Bridge, Route 302 Rest Area Boat Launches: Lovewell Pond, Bog Pond, Saco River (Swan’s Falls, Canal Bridge, Walker Bridge, Hemlock Bridge) FMI: www.fryeburgmaine.org; town office: 207.935.2805 Waterford “A Peaceful Village” Located along Routes 35, 37 and 118, the three villages of Waterford are nestled in the rolling hills of western Maine. With two public beaches, three boat accesses, six ponds, Crooked River and Keoka Lake, there is plenty to do on the water in Waterford. Three hiking trails, one of those for experienced rock climbers, public parks, museums, campgrounds, and twenty-three buildings on the National Register of Historic Places make this a quaint place to live or visit. Special events include the July 4th parade, North Waterford World’s Fair and Waterford Chili Cookoff and Fall Foliage 5K road race plus one mile fun run for kids. 12Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce About 1,450 people live in the 47 square miles of Waterford. They belong to the Waterford-Stoneham Lions Club, two Granges, Masons, North Waterford Friendly Senior Citizens Group and Waterford Snowpackers Snowmobile Club. Children begin their school career at Waterford Elementary School, and continue on at the Oxford Hills Regional Middle, High and Vocational Schools. The local economy receives a boost from the building industry, realty, farming, tourism, camps, light manufacturing and specialty shops. Playgrounds: Werner Park, Sandlot Ball Field, Waterford Elementary School* Beach: Keoka Beach (residents only) Picnic Area: Waterford Rest Area on Crooked River Boat Launches: Keoka Lake, Bear Pond, Five Kezar Ponds (rough access), Crooked River FMI: www.waterfordme.org; town office: 207.583.4403 Sebago The village of Sebago is located on the western shore of Sebago Lake, named by Native American’s because it is a “great lake” or “big lake,” at eight miles wide and eleven miles long. Four other ponds, a mountain trail and plenty of space for other hikes, senior meals every Tuesday at noon, campgrounds, a library, the Sebago Historical Society Museum, town gym and a building on the National Register of Historic places all make Sebago a great place to live. Special events include Maine Maple Sunday and Sebago Days. Making their homes in Sebago’s 40 square miles are about 1,500 people. Education begins at Sebago Elementary School. From 6th-12th grade, students attend Lake Region Middle, High and Vocational Schools. Clubs and organizations include Scouts, Friends of the Spaulding Library, Parent/Teacher Club, Ladies Circle, Sebago Volunteers, Sebago Community Fire Company, 4-H, Long Beach Community Association, Maple Grove Grange, Sebago Days Committee, Sebago Historical Society, Lions Club, Potter Academy Alumni Association, a book discussion group and the Sebago Branch Duckers Snowmobile Club. Local employment includes auto and engine repair shops, construction and excavation, farms, marinas, summer camps, logging and sawmills, education, tourism and specialty shops. Playground: Sebago Elementary School* Beaches: Sebago Lake (residents only) Boat Launches: Sebago Lake, Perley Pond, Peabody Pond (Note: Need permit from the town office for Sebago Lake launch site) FMI: www.townofsebago.org; town office: 207.787.2457 Stow Located on Route 113, fifteen minutes from Fryeburg and thirty minutes from Bridgton, Stow is the gateway to the White Mountain National Forest through Evans Notch. Scenic drives, breathtaking mountain views, clear lakes and streams, wildlife and outdoor recreation opportunities including camping, fishing, hunting, hiking, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, canoeing and bird watching all make Stow a special place. With only 312 people in the 23 square miles of Stow, there just might be a larger horse population. Students attend school in Fryeburg. Stow’s most notable event was the July 1993 discovery of a 9-pound amethyst crystal at privately-owned Eastman Mine on Deer Hill. Though that mine is off-limits to the public, for a fee you may acquire a permit to a mine on the east side of Deer Hill and spend the day looking for amethyst, tourmaline and other rocks. FMI: www.stowmaine.org; town office: 207.697.3944 Sweden Tucked into the rolling hills between Lovell, Bridgton and Waterford, Sweden is only a short distance from any where, but feels like another world. A quiet town, Sweden is known for its country roads, stone walls and scenic vistas. A new post and beam town office, Sweden Historical Society, Town Meeting House and Sweden Community Church are located near the crossroads of Route 93, Waterford Road and Plummer Road. Five ponds, including the northern end of Moose Pond, provide opportunities for small boat activities. Public boat launches are available at Keyes Pond and Stearns Pond and there is a public beach at Keyes (rhymes with “eyes”). About 325 people make their homes in the 29 square miles of Sweden. Educational opportunities are through MSAD 72 in Fryeburg. Residents participate in recreational events offered by surrounding towns. Two seasonal residential camps and agriculture aid the economy of the town. Boat Launches: Keyes Pond (rough access), Stearns Pond FMI: town office: 207.647.3944 *Not available during school hoursAbout 325 people make their homes in the 29 square miles of Sweden. Educational opportunities are through MSAD 72 in Fryeburg. Residents participate in recreational events offered by surrounding towns. Two seasonal residential camps and agriculture aid the economy of the town. 13 2009 Area Guide Greater Bridgton Lakes Region By the Numbers 1 Chinese idol remains from possibly three stolen from a temple at the coastal Tientsin Province by Charles and Rueben Hill of Naples during the late 1800s. The idol is on display at the Naples Historical Society. 107 years ago the first children’s camp, Camp Wyonegonic, opened in Denmark. 9-pound 2nd largest lake in Maine and 3rd in New England, Sebago Lake is 8 miles wide and 11 miles long. The Native American name means “great stretch of water.” amethyst crystal discovered at the private Eastman Mine, Deer Hill, Stow, during the weekend of July 4, 1993. 73 species of mammals including moose, bear, deer, river otter, bobcat, weasel, bat and more, plus 13 species of fish have been sighted in Sweden. 70 3,500 1921 campsites are available at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds, the largest campground this side of the Mississippi. marks the year the Bridgton Chamber of Commerce was incorporated. 61,700 acres of pristine lakes and ponds give our area its nomenclature: Lakes Region 2 miles of well-groomed snowmobile trails including ITS 19 and 80 traverse our fields, ponds, lakes, forested hills and mountains. 6 marks the year the first Arts and Artisans Fair was held in Lovell to benefit the Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library. Today the juried fair held at the New Suncook Elementary School features up to 60 skilled artisans. gardens enhance the sidewalk along Route 302 in Raymond. The Walk-n-Weed club helps to maintain them. 600 years of family fun occurs the last Saturday in July at Casco Days. A children’s parade, fireworks, 4-mile road race, Grand Parade, and midway games bring folks together for this homemade, hometown event. 30 1976 40.6° C was the temp on July 10, 1911 recorded in North Bridgton, the hottest day in Maine’s history. (105° F) homes remained intact following the Great Fire of 1947 that ravaged the school, churches and many homes in Brownfield, Maine. The fire was set near Lovewell’s Pond in Fryeburg and burned for several days. 1 covered bridge, Hemlock Bridge, built about 1857 of Paddlesford Truss construction, spans the old course of the Saco River in Fryeburg. 21 structures in Waterford are noted on the National Register of Historic Places. hotels were built on Pleasant Mountain in the 19th Century. People reached the summit by walking or riding up the Carriage Trail, which is today’s Fire Wardens’ Trail. 14Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce 18 box cars with the capacity of ten tons each, 41 with capacity of fifteen tons each, 25 flat cars, 1 snow plow, 1 flanger, 2 oil tank cars, 1 caboose, 3 passenger cars and 2 combination baggage and smoking cars were owned by the Bridgton & Harrison RR at the height of its career. 66 acres of undeveloped land in downtown Bridgton, was purchased by Loon Echo Land Trust and Lakes Environmental Association, and is forever preserved with a conservation easement. Pondicherry Park will soon be accessible from the parking lot between the Magic Lantern and Bridgton Community Center. 19 trails are lit for night skiing at Shawnee Peak Ski Area, the most lit trails in New England. There are 40 trails and two terrain parks at the ski area. accommodations Grady’s West Shore Motel quiet, off road, on Highland Lake. Clean spacious, efficiency units w/ private baths & cable TV. Sandy beach, canoe, rowboats, pedal-boat included. Fishing and swimming. For information write: 177 North High St. (Route 302), Bridgton, ME 04009 or call 207-47-2284 or 1-888-4425638. w/lakeside cottages available Sept. thru June. Visit our website at www.megalink.net/~gradywst/ or e-mail: gradywst@megalink.net 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 gameroom, and health spa, with fitness center, hot tub, sauna, and massage therapist. All rooms have lakeviews, private baths, cable TV, phones, internet access and wi-fi, radios, coffee-makers, 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 207647-5301 or 800-797-5301 www. HighlandLakeResort.com The Landmark on the Lake Motel & Resort with Cottages is located on pristine Highland Lake in Bridgton Maine. All of the motel rooms have been totally remodeled. All are air conditioned. Continental breakfast is included. All rooms have private decks overlooking the lake. We also have 1, 2 & 3 bedroom cottages available by the week. There is a wonderful sandy beach with a gradual slope for children. We have a children’s play center, row boats & kayaks for guests use. There is a lakeside fireplace for evening campfires. Ph 207-647-2000, Fax 207-647-2294, e-mail: LandmarkJD@msn.com Maine Lakeside Getaways - We offer camps, cottages, condos and luxurious year-round homes on various lakes and ponds within a 20 mile radius of Shawnee Peak. You can choose from a waterfront cabin to a condo slope-side at Shawnee Peak. Units are rented from a weekend-yearly basis and are fully furnished with fully-equipped kitchens and baths. Weekend and seasonal rates available. You can view units, rates, and their amenities on www. Mainelakesidegetaways.com. Phone: 866-647-8557, e-mail: Samanthia@ Mainelakesidegetaways.com Point Sebago Resort - On Sebago Lake. 775-Acre family resort with nearly one mile of sandy beach. Summer vacation weeks with free children’s programs and family activities, nightly entertainment. Outdoor Sport Center with tennis, volleyball, shuffleboard, basketball courts, horseshoes and more. Lakeview Restaurant, miniature golf, and a variety of lodging options including RV Sites, Park Home and Vacation Home Rentals. Complete marina with boat slips and boat rentals. 18-hole championship golf course ranked #1 in Southern Maine by Golf Digest. Golf getaway packages available. In the heart of the Lakes Region, We have the secret to the perfect family vacation. See specials at www.pointsebago.com. 1-888-266-9842. ROMAH Motor Inn - Ideally located just one mile from the Naples Causeway, we’re open year round for your four season enjoyment. Our central location allows easy access to swimming, boating, and fishing on Sebago Lake, Long Lake, and Brandy Pond. In the winter drive 20 minutes to ski Shawnee Peak or drive an hour to nearby Sunday River. You can also snowmobile on hundreds of miles of ITS trails. All our rooms offer telephone, cable TV, AC, wireless internet access, refrigerator, coffeemaker, and microwave. Always clean, comfortable, affordable rooms in the heart of the Lakes Region. Reservations recommended: 207-693-6690. 310 Roosevelt Trail, Rt. 302 in Naples. Email: romahmotorinn@roadrunner.com Website: www.romahmotorinn.com • Modern, comfortable rooms • Full Baths • AC • Cable • WIFI • Phones • Efficiency • Smoke-Free 310 Roosevelt Trail, Route 302 Naples, Maine 207-693-6690 romahmotorinn@roadrunner.com www.romahmotorinn.com “Your Home Base in the Lakes Region” Landmark on the Lake A Classic Maine Lakefront Motel & Resort Open Year Round Beautiful Lakeview Rooms with Private Decks Sandy Beach, Cottages Cable TV, A/C Continental Breakfast All Credit Cards Accepted Highland Lake 12 North High Street Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-2000 LandmarkJD@msn.com Tarry-A-While Resort - Described as a “timeless treasure.” Situated on twenty-five hillside acres on scenic Highland Lake, offering a spectacular beach front, and views of the lake and mountains. Stay in either our 1897 B & B Main House or one of our five weekly housekeeping cottages. Enjoy tennis, bikes and boats for FREE! An 18 hole public golf course is located across the street. A fantastic place for family gatherings. True “Maine” hospitality. The magic of Tarry-A-While awaits you! Open June to Labor Day. 17 Tarry-A-While Rd., Bridgton, ME 04009 www. tarryawhileresort.com Email: info@ tarryawhileresort.com 207-647-2522 • 800-451-9076 15 2009 Area Guide Inns and B&Bs Bed & Breakfast Phone: 207-583-6564 www.harrisonhousebedandbreakfast.com email: harrisonhousebnb@roadrunner.com 16 Waterford Road • Harrison, Maine 04040 The Landmark Inn Relax in Our Century Old Victorian Mansion Open Year Round Private Baths Private Beach on Highland Lake Continental Breakfast All Credit Cards 12 No. High Street Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-2000 LandmarkJD@msn.com Greenwood Manor Inn “escape from the everyday” G reenwood Manor Inn is an intimate country bed and breakfast featuring seven beautifully decorated guest rooms and two elegantly appointed suites all with private baths. www.greenwoodmanorinn.com Address: 52 Tolman Road, Harrison, Maine info@greenwoodmanorinn.com Phone: 207-583-4445 Owner Rosie Weiser 16Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Augustus Bove House - An1850 hotel restored for comfort and relaxation, and located in Naples on the Causeway with a view of Long Lake. Ten modestly decorated rooms and two cottages with antiques and all private baths. AC/TV/Phones. Full breakfast. Convenient to shops, restaurants & water sports. Golf, shopping, and dining specials. Reservations recommended. Smoke-free. Corner Rts. 302 & 114. 11 Sebago Road, Naples, ME 04055. 207-6936365 or 888-806-6249 Visa/MC/ Disc. “Beautiful Place, Beautiful People” Email: augbovehouse@ roadrunner.com • Website: www. naplesmaine.com Bear Mountain Inn - A spectacular four-season lakefront bed and breakfast resort nestled in the foothills of the White Mountains. The dramatic 25-acre property overlooks a private sandy beach, and has a large deck with fieldstone fireplace providing splendid vistas of Bear Lake. The Inn has eleven beautifully decorated rooms including four large luxurious suites with in-room Jacuzzi & fireplace. Enjoy a host of activities including hiking & walking trails, canoeing or kayaking, swimming, fishing or soaking in our outdoor Hot Tub. Delicious gourmet breakfast served daily. We pride ourselves on our warmth, hospitality and service. For more information or reservations, please call 1-866-450-4253 or visit www.bearmtninn.com Brownfield Bed and Breakfast - In Saco River country, on the side of Burnt Meadow Mountain, overlooking Burnt Meadow Pond. Canoe available. Serving delicious, mostly organic natural food. Near Stone Mountain Arts Center, Edge of Maine Gallery, Fryeburg, Porter, Hiram, North Conway. 3 guest rooms. Rates: Single occupancy $6075/night, Double $75-90, Kitchen efficiency: $90-115, plus tax. 50% deposit to reserve. Lic. Massage Therapy available by reservation @ $60/hr.Open year round. Smoke free, eco-friendly, wireless internet. Rte. 160 (285 Spring Street) PO Box 210. Brownfield, ME 04010. Also available, Northern Pines Rentals, summer only, Raymond, Maine. Contact: Marlee Turner, 207-9357579 (FAX: 935-7574). email: norpines@fairpoint.net, web: www. brownfieldbb.com Greenwood Manor Inn is an intimate country bed and breakfast featuring seven beautifully decorated guest rooms and two elegantly appointed suites all with private baths. Relax in the comfortably decorated social room, warmed by cozy fireplace. Antique furnishings add to the romantic ambiance of the sitting room and dining area. Guests are treated to a sumptuous, full country breakfast served on a covered deck, weather permitting. An expansive lawn, beautiful formal gardens, and 100 acres of woodlands surround this 1870 country estate. Located on a quiet country road just a short walk to the shore of Long Lake and the quaint village of Harrison, minutes from Bridgton Academy, the inn is convenient to all of the Lakes Region’s activities. Only one hour to the Atlantic coast and forty minutes to shopping in North Conway, New Hampshire. Take time to enjoy all the quaint towns and villages, the mountains and the lakes, we have it all. Take the time to make memories and make them at the Greenwood Manor Inn. Open year round, packages available. For more information go to www.greenwoodmanorinn.com or call 207-583-4445 The Harrison House Bed And Breakfast - Restored 1867 farmhouse at the head of Long Lake with five comfortably appointed guestrooms. Enjoy waking in your feather bed and looking out at the lake from your pillow. Partake of a full country breakfast with homemade breads, muffins, jams and one of our specialties such as Decadent French Toast. Open year round. Swim, sail, golf, ski, antique, or sit in the parlor and enjoy the fire. One hour from Portland and North Conway. Children with well-behaved parents are always welcome. Wi Fi available. www.harrisonhousebedandbreakfast.com Lamb’s Mill Inn - “Ewe Hike, Ewe Bike, Ewe Ski, Ewe Zzzz…” A charming 19th century farmhouse, now bed and breakfast, beautifully restored and tastefully decorated nestled on 20 acres of field and woods. A step back in time to a peaceful, quiet romantic atmosphere. The inn has six lovely rooms with private baths, color TVs, AC, access to a fridge, a full country breakfast, and offers a hot tub to end your day. A 10 minute walk takes you to Naples Village, lakes, antique shops, and dining facilities. X-country skiing, horseback riding, hiking, boating, swimming, canoeing, water cycling, windsurfing, golf and tennis plus artist studios, art galleries nearby. Mid-week discounts. 131 Lamb’s Mill Road, Naples, ME 04055. 207693-6253. lambsmil@fairpoint.net. www.lambsmillinn.com The Landmark Inn is an elegant Italianate Victorian located in the heart of Bridgton Maine. You may walk to all of the town’s many attractions. All of our suites have private baths & are furnished with antiques. Each room has a queen size canopy bed & is air conditioned. There are many common areas and parlors to enjoy. The Inn is open year round and breakfast is provided. Ph 207647-2000, Fax 207-647-2294, e-mail: LandmarkJD@msn.com Noble House Inn - Voted “Yankee Magazine Editors’ Choice 2008” and Bridgton’s Premier Bed & Breakfast, above scenic Highland Lake. Down quiet Highland Road off Bridgton’s hip Main Street, guests take in fresh breezes that rush 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 guestrooms & suites with Jacuzzis. None can resist our Wicked-Good Breakfasts or Bottomless Cookie Jar, but ultimately it’s the hospitality that brings folks back time and time again! Voted #1 on Trip Advisor. (See our Page 3 ad). 888-237-4880 The Olde Saco Inn - Relax and enjoy our 65-acre retreat nestled on the banks of The Old Saco River. Our country lodge offers the best of all worlds with views of the mountains and river. We offer on-site canoeing, kayaking, hiking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and are minutes from major ski areas, snowmobile trails, hiking trails and shopping. Enjoy gourmet breakfast on our large wrap-around porch or in front of a crackling fire. Snowmobile from our door to trails. Discount packages, weddings, and family reunions. Suites available. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a truly memorable country lodge. Rt. 5, Fryeburg 207-925-3737 www.theoldesacoinn.com The Oxford House Inn - Fryeburg, Maine’s only full service country inn offers a unique combination of four beautiful guest rooms, an acclaimed restaurant, inviting pub and dedicated chef/owner/innkeepers, assuring warm New England hospitality with attention to detail. The Mission style circa 1913 inn welcomes guests with panoramic White Mountain views, comfortably furnished guest rooms with antique charm & modern amenities and a central location. The Saco River, Fryeburg Academy, Stone Mountain Arts Center, White Mountain National Forest, Kezar Lake, Mt. Washington, The Cog Railway and Auto Road, Storyland and tax-free outlet shopping in nearby North Conway draw visitors year round. Each season brings new and exciting activities-canoeing, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, cycling, hayrides, horse drawn carriage rides, a corn maize, and, of course, The Fryeburg Fair- check website for current packages. Their seasonally changing menus feature local & organic produce, all-natural poultry and meats and fresh Maine seafood. Certified Environmental Leader in the lodging & restaurant industry and featured in Down East, New England Journey and Maine Life & Style magazines. For more information or reservations, please call 1-800-261-7206 or visit www. oxfordhouseinn.com. The Pleasant View, Too B&B Bridgton, Maine Bed and Breakfast, in the foothills of western Maine, offering the best in country congeniality. Four season access to all the outdoor activities in the Lakes Region of Maine and foothills of the White Mountains. 30 minutes to No. Conway. 8 minutes to Shawnee Peak. Hiking, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hunting, biking, skiing (nordic and downhill). Adjacent to snowmobile trail: Park in the yard; only minutes to major trails! Quiet, smoke-free accommodations. Breakfast included. 2-3/4 hours from Boston. Please call 207-647-9578 or e-mail us at pve@ roadrunner.com. Tarry A While Resort On Scenic Highland Lake Since 1897 Described as a “Timeless Treasure” and a place of “true tranquility,” Tarry-A-While offers its’ guests “True Maine Hospitality.” Come tarry awhile! B & B and Weekly Cottages Spectacular Waterfront — FREE boats & tennis SEASON: JUNE TO LABOR DAY 17 Tarry-A-While Road, Bridgton, Maine 04009 207-647-2522 *** www.tarryawhileresort.com The Sudbury Inn is a traditional, unpretentious inn located on Main Street in nearby Bethel (40 minutes from Bridgton). With 18 rooms, including a three bedroom, two bath apartment; seven two-bedroom suites; and ten standard rooms with queen or king beds (each with private bath), the inn comfortably accommodates couples and families. A full breakfast is included with each night’s stay. The Sudbury also features two on-premise restaurants: the AAA three diamond rated Sudbury Dining Room and the lively, casual Suds Pub. Find out why Bon Appetit magazine called us “the perfect way to end the day.....” www.sudburyinn. com. 800-395-7837. 17 2009 Area Guide The Augustus Bove House “Come stay with us” • 10 Rooms • Full Breakfast • All Private Baths • View of Long Lake • Two Cottages On the Causeway • AC/TV/Phones • Wireless Internet • Canoes • Smoke Free • Golf 888-806-6249 Corner of Routes 114 & 302 207-693-6365 Naples, Maine email: augbovehouse@roadrunner.com www.naplesmaine.com Come and stay at one of “The Pleasant Views” of Bridgton Maine The Pleasant View Vacation Home www.pleasantvu.com Your “Other” Home The Pleasant View Too B&B www.pleasantview2.com Elegant but Cozy (207) 647-9578 pve@roadrunner.com 18Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Cottages/ Homes Fittons’ Cottages - Moose Pond, Bridgton, ME (207) 647-2300 or 6475232. Two units with two bedrooms each, both are furnished. Appliances, hot and cold water, flush, electric heat, tub and/or shower. Private beach, dock and boat. Linens extra. May through September. Rates $650 per week plus utilities. Contact: Fitton’s Camps, 85 So. High Street, Bridgton, ME 04009 Highland Lake Housekeeping Cottages (Stones’ Camps) heated three-season vacation rentals, sleeps 6. Located on Highland Lake at water’s edge, with 125+ ft. of lake-frontage and screened porch with relaxing rocking chairs and outdoor dining facilities. Open living room with kitchen and dining, bathroom and utility room. Amenities include an outdoor barbeque, rowboat, and on site rental of small motors, kayak, canoe and sunfish, and a dock for mooring your boat. Swim from in front of the cabins or from a private sandy community beach. Open May (best fishing) through October (fall foliage & Fryeburg Fair). Senior citizen off-season weekly rates available May, June, September, and October. Contact Betty & Bill Haubert, 207-647-3200, or e-mail stonecmp@megalink.net. Visit our website at www.mainelakeschamber. com/highlandcottages.htm. Hillside Cabins on Long Lake - Located on the East Shore of Long Lake in Harrison. Walking distance to village. 1&2 bedroom houskeeping cottages with fireplace or woodstove. Electric heat, town water, bathrooms have shower, outside fireplace, swim area, dock or mooring provided with rental, $450 a week and up, linens extra. No pets. Contact Linda Klein or Barbara Demers at (207) 583-4545, or write to PO Box 636, Harrison, ME 04040. Visit our website at www. hillsidecabins.us. Lake Country Properties, Bridgton, Maine - At Lake Country Properties we have everything from rustic cabins to luxury homes depending on your taste. We offer condos, small cottages, homes, and large group lodges. Please take a moment to browse our properties at www.LCPRentals.com. We would love to help you find the perfect rental for your waterfront vacation or your winter hideaway. Our weekly rates range from $750 - $3000. We have beautiful sandy beaches on Long Lake, cottages tucked into the woods on small ponds, homes slope-side at Shawnee Peak, and cabins in the heart of the ITS snowmobile trail system. Make your vacation planning easy, find boat rentals, restaurants, amusement parks and movie guides right on our easy to use website. For a free brochure write to P.O. Box 160, Bridgton, ME 04009 or call 800-647-8093 Toll Free 207-6478316 Fax LCP@Mainelakes.com e-mail address. The Landmark on the Lake Motel & Resort with Cottages is located on pristine Highland Lake in Bridgton Maine. All of the motel rooms have been totally remodeled. All are air conditioned. Continental breakfast is included. All rooms have private decks overlooking the lake. We also have 1, 2 & 3 bedroom cottages available by the week. There is a wonderful sandy beach with a gradual slope for children. We have a children’s play center, row boats & kayaks for guests use. There is a lakeside fireplace for evening campfires. Ph 207-647-2000, Fax 207-647-2294, e-mail: LandmarkJD@msn.com Maine Log Home Rentals - Enjoy access to Highland Lake in Bridgton in either of our two, authentic, four season log homes. Our beautiful, new, custom log homes are located on four acres in an upscale community. Bring your boat, jet ski, or snowmobile. There is a slip at the dock area and snowmobile and four-wheeler trails are 100 yards away. Highland Lake is known for its crystal clear water and great fishing and is just 1/4 mile away. Skiing at Shawnee Peak is 10 minutes away, North Conway 25 minutes, Sunday River 45 minutes, and Portland under an hour. Come enjoy all your favorite outdoor activities surrounded by some of Maine’s most beautiful scenery. Please visit our website at www.meloghome.com for all the details on these two amazing rental properties, or call 781-2907609 or email hodgie00@msn.com for more details and information. Meade Housekeeping Cottages, LLC - Highland Road, Bridgton, ME 04009. 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 1 mile. 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 Telephone: 207-647-2262 or in winter: P.O. Box 428, Charlestown, NH 03603 Telephone: 207-647-2873, CBTuchon@aol.com Merryfield Cove Cottages - The Perfect Place to Unwind. Scenic lakefront with view of mountain. Four charming rustic-style housekeeping cottages on east shore of Highland Lake. Excellent swimming - clean water, sandy bottom, easy entry ideal for young children. Large sunny lawn, picnic tables, grills, swings, badminton, horseshoes; dock, swim floats. Golf, tennis, restaurants & shopping nearby. Wonderful place for a fun, relaxing, family vacation. Cottages very clean, comfy, wellequipped: 2-3 bedrooms, queen size beds; kitchen; bathroom with shower; wood stove, screened porch. Aluminum boat, pedal boat, canoes, kayaks included FREE. Open June to early Sept. Cottages $785 per week. Sorry, no pets, no credit cards. Contact: Jean & Bill Preis. 170 Highland Rd., Bridgton, ME 04009. 207-647-2847. www.merryfieldcove.com The Pleasant View—Your “Other” Home - A private vacation home to enjoy and experience the relaxing atmosphere of the mountains and woods. Located near Shawnee Peak Ski Area and Moose Pond, the Pleasant View is a perfect place to hang your hat while enjoying all the Lakes Region has to offer. This vacation home has 1 1/2 baths, 4 bedrooms, with sleeping accommodations for 10, a spacious living room and dining area, and a fully-equipped kitchen. Full linens and many other conveniences and amenities are provided. 30 minutes to No. Conway. 5 minutes to Shawnee Peak. Hiking, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hunting, biking, skiing (nordic and downhill). Various rates avail- able. Please call 207-647-9578 or e-mail us at pve@roadrunner.com. Your hosts are Karen Harding and Joe De Vito. Sebago Lake Lodge and Cottages - Offering charming lakefront cottages with full kitchen and bath. Yearround accommodations with screened porches, Wi-Fi, canoes and kayaks, and continental breakfast. Fishing, boat rentals, fitness room, swim area, and docking also available. Close to golf, shopping, and restaurants, yet still a world away. 30 minutes to Portland. Pet-friendly, family freindly, and smoke-free. 661 White’s Bridge Road, Standish, ME. 207-892-2698. www.sebagolakelodge.com Sunnyside Village Cottages - located on Long Lake in Naples, we offer weekly rentals as well as some off-season shorter stays. All of our cottages are steps from the lake and beach. Each cottage is nestled in the pines, yet a short stroll to the Causeway with plenty of activities, restaurants and shopping. Five fully equipped and comfortable units include: “Sunrise” sleeps up to 5, “Sunny Daze” up to 8, “Golden Summer” up to 4, “Sunset” up to 4 and “Sunny Way” up to 6. Contact us for availability: www. sunnysidevillagemaine.com, email: sunnyside@fairpoint. Phone: 207693-3389 (summer), 207-693-4271 (year round). Write to us at: P.O. Box 334 Naples, ME 04055 Westwood Cottages - Woods Pond - 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.Well appointed 2 & 3 bedrooms, electric kitchens, bath w/showers, automatic heat, screened porch or open deck. Your own aluminum rowboat, dock and picnic table. 10 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. For reservations call: Westwood Cottages, Jean Potter, 3 Dugway Road, Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-5519; mid-November to mid-May 954423-1345 or toll-free 888-423-1345. www.westwoodcottages.com • 20 acres of fields and woods • Six lovely rooms • Private baths • Full country breakfast Lamb’s Mill Inn 207-693-6253 131 Lamb’s Mill Road, Naples www.lambsmillinn.com Cottage Rentals Nestled in the Pines on Long Lake in Naples Sunnyside Village P.O. Box 334 Naples, ME 04055 207-693-4271 or 207-693-3389 www.sunnysidevillagemaine.com Sebago Lake Lodge & Cottages • Charming lakefront cottages with full kitchen and bath • Complimentary wi-fi, canoes and kayaks, continental breakfast • Fishing, boat rentals, swim area, docking facilities, fitness room Sebago Lake Lodge & Cottages 661 White’s Bridge Road, Standish 1/2 mile from Rt. 302, N. Windham 207-892-2698 www.sebagolakelodge.com “You’re already at the lake when you stay with us.” Landmark on the Lake A Classic Maine Lakefront Motel & Cottages Open Year Round Beautiful Lakeview Rooms with Private Decks Sandy Beach, Cottages Cable TV, A/C Continental Breakfast All Credit Cards Accepted Highland Lake 12 North High Street Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-2000 LandmarkJD@msn.com 19 2009 Area Guide Campgrounds Colonial Mast Campground family camping on beautiful open all year with indoor heated pool and Jacuzzi Long Lake in Naples (open to the public-call for rates and schedule of hours) 1 Colonial Mast Rd Naples ME 207-693-6652 www.colonialmast.com come make some memories with us! D. Lynne Maxfield-Cole Interior/Exterior Design Expert in Universal Design Designing with your LIFEstyle or WORKstyle in mind. Serving the Lakes Region and beyond 207-754-0730 asklynnmaxfield.com lmaxroad@yahoo.com Colonial Mast Campground - on Long Lake in Naples, OPEN YEAR ROUND. Camp with us on our beautiful waterfront and amongst our tall stately pines. Make some unforgettable family memories while enjoying our sandy beach, spending the day on the lake, or telling stories around the campfire. Colonial Mast offers all that you are looking for in a family campground – a friendly staff and well maintained facilities; a sandy beach, boat launch/ slips /rentals, playground, store and recreation hall, planned activities ,indoor heated pool (open to the public) full hookup sites, laundry, wi-fi In the Fall season, see the spectacular foliage, visit a country fair or a local orchard. During the winter, snowmobile right from your site or ski at nearby Shawnee Peak. We would like to be part of your vacation plans, please contact us for more information at 207-693-6652. P.O. Box 95, Naples, Maine 04055 www.colonialmast.com come make some memories with us! Point Sebago Resort - On Sebago Lake. 775-Acre resort family campground with nearly one mile of sandy beach on pristine Sebago Lake. Weeklong summer vacation weeks complete with free children’s programs and family activities, nightly entertainment, 18-hole championship golf course, Lakeview Restaurant, miniature golf. Outdoor Sport Center with tennis, volleyball, shuffleboard, basketball courts, horseshoes and more. Variety of lodging options including Tent and RV Sites, Park Home and Vacation Home Rentals. Complete marina with boat slip rentals and boat rentals. “Maine’s Family Outdoor Resort.” In the heart of the Lakes Region. We have the secret to the perfect family vacation. Toll Free: 1-888-266-9842. www.pointsebago.com Home Owner Supplies & Services SEBAGO, ME WELL DRILLING Phone: 207-647-2520 RON IRISH, Pres. 20Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce A Plus Plumbing and Heating and Bridgton Bottled Gas offer a local retail facility for do-it-yourself homeowners as well as 9 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 between 7am and 4pm and Saturdays through the summer months 8am to 2pm. Brill Lumber Co., Inc. - Rt. 117 North Bridgton Road, one mile from traffic light on right. We have been servicing homeowners and contractors in this community since 1980 with all their building needs. We have everything you need to do your project, big or small. Our staff is very knowledgeable and so willing to help you. So please drop in and have a look around. Hours: Monday Thru Friday: 7am-5pm, Saturday: 8am to 1pm. FREE DELIVERIES AND FREE ESTIMATING. 207647-3776 D. Lynne Maxfield-Cole - Interior & Exterior Designer/Decorator - Expert in Universal Design. Close your eyes…is your home/office everything that you desire it to be? Whether it be ONE item, ONE room, the ENTIRE home or business complex . . . “Design with your LIFEstyle or WORKstyle in mind.” ALL products—ALL skilled labors. Consultation • Design • Spatial Planning • Color Coordination • Solar/Energy/Green Design • Technology/Radio/Computer controlled homes • Remodeling/Renovation/ Restoration • Kitchens/Baths/Media Rooms • Upholstery/Slipcovers • Window Treatments • Walls • Floors • Ceilings • Lighting and so much more. Now, OPEN your eyes and call me for some Stress Free decorating and design! 207-7540730, lmaxroad@yahoo.com, www. asklynnemaxfield.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 visit us online at www. hancocklumber.com. Photo: © Joe Beecher www.beecherphoto.com Hayes True Value & Just Ask Rental - We carry complete lines of hardware and power tools, 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 items (skidsteer, excavator, and backhoe) construction tools, plumbing tools, automotive tools, floor cleaners and more to help with any improvement project. Open daily 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday 8 to 3. Rte. 302, Bridgton. 207-647-3342. John Cole Architect - The design of a vacation or second home is a journey that starts with a dream. My role is to help you visualize that dream, give it form and bring to it something unexpected. Before I draw I listen...to you, the homeowner, to the builder and to the land. Together we create a unique place—respectful of nature, rich in craft, and spare of means. Work featured in Down East and Fine Home Building. Studios in western Maine (207-697-3491) and greater Boston (781-646-5900). www. johncolearchitect.com Mainly Custom - Dealers of Wood Doctor, Sequoyah Paradise and Greenwood clean burning indoor and outdoor wood-fired furnaces. We specialize in Installation, Service and Sales. Learn about gasification units which meet and exceed proposed State standards. A Clean Burn means an Efficient Burn. Need an outdoor wood boiler but have only seen sales people? One call can do it all! Honest site visits to determine your total project investement. Visit us at www.mainlycustom.com (remember to drop the “e” for efficiency) or call 207-499-7598. Mountain Mini Storage is not your average storage facility. Our friendly staff is in the office 6 days a week and by appointment. Our grounds are checked each day as well as scanned by 24-hour surveillance cameras. Our driveways are paved and open to you 24/7. We carry locks and packing materials as well as a large variety of boxes. Ask about our “Storage On Site” option. Mountain Mini Storage is also an authorized shipping and receiving center for UPS. We can assist you with all of your packing and shipping needs. 408 Harrison Road, Bridgton, Maine 207-647-2261 www. mountainministorage.com New England Electric/C & R Caron Co. Inc. - Electrical/Gas Heat/Refrigeration/Air-Conditioning Contractor. Commercial/Industrial/Residential. Generators • Electrical Supplies. Your total service company under one roof. 129 Sebago Road, Naples, Maine • 693-6055/693-3791 Fax Heating Oil Diesel Fuel Complete Service Plumbing P.O. Box 300, Denmark, ME 04022 (ME) 1-800-287-7475 • 207-452-2151 Gasoline - Propane Complete Service Plumbing WAM Alarm Systems - Thirty years experience in residential and commercial electronic security. Protect your property from vandalism, theft, and fire and yourself from medical emergency. Low temperature supervision, remote heat control via telephone—monitoring, testing and inspection. 73 Luck Grove, Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-2323 & 207-583-6235 in Harrison. 21 2009 Area Guide 22Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce HAYES Buy what you want. Rent what you need.® Open 7-6 Mon.-Sat. 8-3 Sunday Route 302, Bridgton 647-3342 START RIGHT. START HERE.SM Outside Lighting • Security Cameras For All Your Long & Short Term Storage Needs www.mountainministorage.com 23 2009 Area Guide 24Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce 25 2009 Area Guide Health Care Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice (AHCH) is 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 four local offices in Bridgton, Lewiston, Oxford and Wilton. In 2006, our home-based care services helped nearly 8,200 patients and their families achieve their goals for health, independence and quality of life. The agency proudly opened Maine’s first inpatient hospice facility in November 2005. Generous community and donor support makes it possible for us to provide skilled care to patients and families regardless of their ability to pay. Gifts to the AHCH Foundation are welcome at any time. AHCH meets all state home care and hospice licensing standards and is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. Learn more about our services by calling 1-800-482-7412 or by visiting our web site, ahch.org. Mobility Solutions JC Mobility Solutions, LLC Judie Conley, RN, BSN Sales, Service & Rental of Mobility Products JC Mobility New and Pre-Owned 51B Main Street Raymond, Maine 207-655-2000 or 1-866-435-6399 Call us 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. 7 days a week Let US Help YOU Get Mobile! jcmobility@hotmail.com www.jcmobility.com Monthly Specials 26Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Bridgton Eye Care will serve all your eye care needs - from eyeglasses, contact lenses, eye exams, eye health and treatment. Dr. Christine Newell, optometrist, has 23 years experience and opened her office in 2004. With over 450 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. We accept Medicare, Blue Cross, Aetna, Cigna, and Tri-care health plans. Located at 59 Main St., Bridgton (next to Craftworks) Please call 207-647-2030 for an appointment. Closed Tuesdays. Bridgton Hospital - Located in the heart of the Lakes Region of Maine, 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 building in January 2002. We feature all private patient rooms and birthing suites. Our surgical services department provides inpatient and outpatient surgery. We have a full-service laboratory. Our radiology depart- ment offers a diagnostics including mammography, ultrasound, CAT scan, and MRI. Our outpatient clinics include oncology/hematology, podiatry, diabetes education, cardiology, neurology, podiatry, pulmonology, and wound care. Emergency Services are open 24/7. John M. Carlson is President/CEO. Visit www.bridgtonhospital.org or call 207-647-6000. HomeHealth Visiting Nurses has been the leading provider of home health care for over a century. Our services include nursing, home health aides, physical, occupational and speech therapies, parent and child health, counseling and emotional support, Telehealth, Community Health clinics and Lifeline Emergency Response. In one year, our clinicians travel an average of 1.6 million miles to deliver care throughout our service area. Last year we cared for 9,461 home care patients and served more than 10,000 people in community clinics. As a not-for-profit agency, we do not deny care to anyone in need of our services. For more information, call 1-800-660-4867 or visit our website www.homehealth.org. JC Mobility Solutions LLC - As a full service mobility dealer, we deal with many manufacturers such as Pride, Harmar, Pacesaver, Golden, Shoprider, Merits. We have scooters, powerchairs, Ramps, lifts, stairlifts, lift chairs, wheelchairs. We rent scooters, liftchairs, powerchairs, wheelchairs. We are factory certified for repairs for what we sell. In house or your house service. We do personal service to assure that you get the product you need. Phones open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. 7 days/week. Call for appt. 866-435-6399. See us on Lake Region TV. 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 quality-focused, 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, 207-647-3628 Photo: Joe Beecher www.beecherphoto.com Get Outside in the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Come to the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region to connect with nature. The Lakes Environmental Association, Greater Lovell Land Trust, Loon Echo Land Trust, Portland Water District and Tin Mountain Conservation Center each organize local guided walks and hikes for all to enjoy. Docents welcome questions and offer well-explained answers. Track mammals at Holt Pond, locate vernal pools, help salamanders cross the road on Big Night, learn about mill sites on our brooks and rivers, examine stone walls and cellar holes, learn to identify medicinal and edible plants, hunt for bear signs, explore wetlands and forests, hunt for feldspar, quartz and mica in an open mine, learn about forest secession, study emerging mushrooms, and learn about the ecology and geology of our area. Check the calendar of events on our website for dates of scheduled activities, which occur throughout the year. Or perhaps you’d prefer to explore the natural world of the Lakes Region on your own. Marita Wiser’s book, Hikes in and around Maine Lakes Region, offers a selection of hikes for all abilities. This book can be purchased at the Chamber Office or in local shops. Information about other hiking possibilities is also available at our office. The GBLR is a year-round outdoor playground and sportsman’s paradise. Bike scenic roads or remote trails, canoe calm waters and horseback ride through fields. Climb. Fish. Golf. Hunt. Hike. Sail. Swim. Ski. Star Gaze. Walk. Picnic. Snowshoe. Kayak. Skijor. Bird Watch. Snowmobile. Boat, snowmobile and ski rentals are available. Saco Bay Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy, P.A. is a P.T. owned Physical Therapy practice located at 55 Main Street, Bridgton. Clinic director Christopher Roy, P.T. specializes in orthopaedic Physical Therapy, sports medicine, and the specific evaluation and treatment of spine disorders and back pain. Chris’s flexible treatment philosophy is based on the individual needs of the patient, with treatments tailored to meet the patient’s functional goals. Over the last 20 years, Saco Bay Physical Therapy has earned a reputation of excellent patient outcomes, which has resulted in wordof-mouth referrals and very high patient and physician satisfaction with our services. Please visit www. sacobaypt.com or call 647-2586 for more information. At Stephens Memorial Hospital our goal is to improve the health and well-being of our community through education, support and up-to-date medical technology. We are a not-for-profit integrated healthcare system committed to providing medical care to all those who seek it. We provide a range of care for all members of your family at all stages of life. We offer exceptional care...exceptionally close to the communities of western Maine. Visit our website at www.wmhcc. org. Stephens Memorial Hospital is part of Western Maine Health and the MaineHealth® family, and is located at 181 Main Street, Norway, 743-5933. Whatever your preference is, make the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region your destination for playing in the great outdoors. 27 2009 Area Guide 2009 Chamber Geographic Area Events Calendar January • Shawnee Peak Learn to Ski/Snowboard Month • 1/3 Shawnee Peak Saturday Night Fever! • 1/3 Shawnee Peak Saturday Night Under the Stars! • 1/3 Shawnee Peak WFNX ApresSki Party • 2/14 Naples Muddy River SnoSeekers Snowmobile Club Winter Carnival and Poker Rally • 1/24 Shawnee Peak Sing and Ski With WBZ • 2/14-15 Naples Winter Carnival • 3/26 Chamber After Hours @ Bear Mountain Inn Waterford • 2/15 Casco Library Winter Workshop-Soup Swap • 3/28 Shawnee Peak 2nd Annual America’s Mattress Race • 2/15 Denmark Draggers Snowmobile Club Poker Rally April • 2/19 Shawnee Peak 21st Annual Family Fest! • 4/2-5 Lake Region High School musical • 2/22 Casco Library Winter Workshop-Weird Instrument Demonstration • 4/7 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting • 1/24 Winter Carnival Ping Pong Classic Tournament • 1/24 Harvest Hills Animal Shelter Freezin’ for a Reason • 1/3 Shawnee Peak Down-Mountain and Cross-Country: 140 Years of Skiing in Maine • 1/24-25 Mushers Bowl Snowshoe Hikes, Bald Pate Mountain. A moderate snowshoe hike in Historic South Bridgton. • 1/4 Shawnee Peak Super Hits Sunday Kick Off • 1/25 Winter Carnival Broomball Tournament • 1/4 Shawnee Peak $25 Sunday Afternoon Tickets! in January • 1/24-25 Dog Sled Races at Five Fields Farm and Dog Sled Rides at Highland Lake Beach • 1/5 Shawnee Peak Monday Night Madness and 12, 19, 26 • 1/5 Shawnee Peak Carload Dayz • 1/25 Casco Library Winter Workshop-Living in Nature • 1/6 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting • 1/24&25 Musher’s Bowl Apple Crisp Sale @ Five Fields Farm Orchards • 1/7 Shawnee Peak Racing With the Moon series begins • 1/28 Chamber Executive Committee • 1/10 Shawnee Peak Saturday Night Fever! February • 1/10 Shawnee Peak 3rd Annual Elvis On the Mountain! • 2/1 Casco Library Winter Workshop-Awareness in Daily Life • 1/13 Shawnee Peak $15 Tuesday Night Tickets! in January • 2/1 Shawnee Peak AAA Member Appreciation Day • 1/16-25 Mushers Bowl Winter Carnival • 2/3 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting • 1/16 Winter Carnival Reception Gallery 302 5 PM • 2/7 Mountain Dew Vertical Challenge • 1/17 Rotary Wine Tasting The Ballroom in Harrison • 2/7 The Birth House Family Potluck and movie “The Business of Being Born” • 1/17 Bridgton Academy Mid Winter Massacre Dodgeball Challenge • 1/17-23 Shawnee Peak NSAA National Safety Awareness Week • 1/18 Lakes Biathlon • 1/22 Chamber After Hours @ Bridgton Community Center • 3/25 Chamber Executive Committee • 1/22 C.H.O.I.C.E.S. Basketball Chamber vs. Bridgton Police/Fire Departments • 2/8 Casco Library Winter Workshop-Wine Tasting • 2/14 Bridgton Easy Riders Snowmobile Club Poker Rally • 2/14 Interstate Sno-Goers Snowmobile Club (Fryeburg) Poker Rally 28Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce • 2/23 Shawnee Peak Carload Dayz • 4/7 The Birth House Talk and TeaSafe Herbs for Families • 2/23 Shawnee Peak Monday Night Madness • 4/23 Chamber After Hours @ Watkins Flowers Casco • 2/24 Shawnee Peak $15 Tuesday Night Tickets! • 4/10 Chamber Annual Dinner • 2/22-24 Derby Fest & Winter Fest Raymond Beach • 2/25 Chamber Executive Committee • 2/26 Chamber After Hours @ Taoist Tai Chi Society Bridgton • 2/28 Bridgton Hospital “Women’s Heart to Heart Conference” Bridgton Hospital 8 AM to noon March • 4/25 Chamber Business Showcase • Document Shred-A-Thon hosted by Highland Mortgage during the Chamber Business Showcase • 4/29 Chamber Executive Committee • Annual Denmark Sheep Festival May • 5/5 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting • 3/3 Chamber Board Of Directors Meeting • 5/9 The Birth House Family Potluck and movie “Orgasmic Birth” • 3/14 Shawnee Peak 6th Annual Mary’s Firemen For A Cure • 5/15-17 Home, Garden and Flower Show at Fryeburg Fair Grounds • 3/14 The Community Cultural Celebration “International Festival” • 5/16 St. Joseph Women’s Guild Plant & Bake Sale 9 AM to 6 PM • 3/19 “The Empty Bowl Dinner” Interact Club, Lake Region High School • 5/25 Memorial Day Parades in Harrison, Naples and Sebago • 3/21 Shawnee Peak 24th Annual Spring Fling Beach Party • 5/27 Chamber Executive Committee • 3/21 Shawnee Peak WHEB Sponsors the Slush Cup! • 3/22 Maple Syrup Sunday • 5/28 Chamber After Hours @ Art Attack Bridgton • Bridgton Community Center’s Annual “Children’s Hands On Art Festival” 2009 Chamber Geographic Area Events Calendar June • 6/2 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting • 6/6 Bridgton Hospital “Every Day in a Woman’s Life” Women’s Health Fair Bridgton Hospital 9 AM to 1 PM • 6/6-8 Maine Canoe Symposium at Camp Winona • 6/9 The Birth House Talk and Tea • 6/20 Maine Blues Festival, Naples • 6/23 Chamber After Hours @ Bridgton Arts and Crafts Bridgton • 6/24 Chamber Executive Committee • 6/25-28 Lake Region Community Theatre presents “My Fair Lady” • 7/8-11 Harrison Olde Home Days • 7/11-12 Chickadee Quilt Show • 7/12 Historic Home Tour, Bridgton 11 AM-5 PM • 7/17-18 Sebago Days • 7/17 Lovell Old Home Days Parade for Children • 7/18 Lovell Old Home Days 5K Run, Parade and Turkey Pig Roast • 7/19 Lovell Old Home Days Lovell Historical Society Antiques Sale • 7/18 Art in the Park 9 AM to 4 PM • 7/18 Farmers Market Festival • 7/17-19 Waterford World’s Fair • 7/4 Parades • 7/4 Bridgton Rotary Duck Race • 7/4 Bridgton Lions Golf Ball Drop • 7/4 Naples Fireworks • 7/7 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting • 7/7-11 Rufus Porter Cultural Heritage Series • 8/15 Lovell Art and Artisans Show • 10/31 Kids Halloween Party at Bridgton Town Hall 6 PM • 8/15 The Birth House Family Potluck and movie • 8/26 Chamber Executive Committee • 8/27 Chamber After Hours @ Crystal Lake Spa & Wellness • 8/29-30 Casco Grass Drags • Sweden Old Home Days • Woodies-Wooden Boat Classic November • 11/3 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting • TBA Early Bird Sales • 11/14 St. Joseph Women’s Guild Holiday Fair 9 AM to 6 PM • 11/14 The Birth House Pre-Holiday Potluck and movie • 11/25 Chamber Executive Committee • 7/24-26 Casco Days • 9/9 Bridgton Hospital 19th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament at Bridgton Highlands Tee Off at 10 AM December • 7/25 Fancy Tea Party Reception at Gallery 302 1 PM - 5 PM • 9/19 Loon Echo Land Trust Bike & Walk Trek • 7/29 Chamber Executive Committee • 9/24 Chamber After Hours @ Kathleen of Bridgton, Skin Care Specialist • 12 5 Festival of Lights Parade at 5:30 PM followed by the tree lighting and visit from Santa at the Bridgton Community Center • 7/24 Lakeside Garden Club “Art in Bloom” at Gallery 302 • 7/3 Bridgton Fireworks at dusk (9:10 PM) at Stevens Brook Elementary School • 10/28 Chamber Executive Committee • 9/1 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting • Hawthorne Community Association Strawberry Festival • 7/1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 Children’s Wednesdays at Deertrees presents internationally acclaimed entertainment especially designed for the younger set. Wednesdays at 10 AM and 1 PM • 8/15 St. Joseph Women’s Guild Annual Bazaar 9 AM to 6 PM • 11/20 Chamber After Hours and Holiday Auction • 7/23 Chamber After Hours @ Brenda’s Delightful Delicacies • Deertrees presents an eclectic schedule of live performances ranging from Broadway Plays to Bluegrass music, from Down East Humor to New Orleans Jazz. For more information, please call 207-583-6747 • Bridgton Academy/GBLRCC Fall Golf Classic September • Naples Historical Society Wheels and Waters Festival July • 8/4 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting August • 12/1 Chamber Board of Directors Meeting • 9/26 Lakes Brew Fest • 12 8 The Birth House Talk and Tea • Deertrees presents an eclectic schedule of live performances ranging from Broadway Plays to Bluegrass music, from Down East Humor to New Orleans Jazz. For more information, please call 207-583-6747 • 9/30 Chamber Executive Committee • 12 17 Chamber After Hours @ Kedarburn Inn October • 12 30 Chamber Executive Committee • 10/4-11 Fryeburg Fair • Christmas in Harrison • The 10th Annual Deertrees Theater Festival: Continuing the “straw-hat” tradition of importing award winning plays, complete with professional casts from New York City. • 10/6 The Birth House Talk and Tea • The Umbrella Factory/Tony’s Foodland • 8/1 Great Adventure Challenge Triathlon • 8/1-2 Back to the Past at Scribner’s Mills in Harrison • 10/11 Waterford Fall Foliage Race and Chili Cook-off • 10/13 Chamber Board Of Directors Meeting • 10/17-18 Casco Grass Drags This is a partial list of Lakes Region events 2009. For updates and revisions visit our website at www. mainelakeschamber.com or call us at 207-647-3472. • 10/22 Chamber After Hours @ Bridgton Veterinary Hospital 29 2009 Area Guide The Outdoors Environmental Organizations The Lakes Environmental Association is 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 website at www.mainelakes.org or give us a call at 207-647-8580. BOAT RENTALS at Causeway Marina $10 OFF ANY RENTAL Pontoon, Ski, Fishing & Bowriders www.causewaymarina.com Route 302 693-6832 Coupon expires 9/09 Naples, ME 30Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce 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. Meetings are at 7 p.m. the the 3rd Monday of each month, April through November and the 3rd Saturday at 10 a.m. January through March at the Bridgton Comunity Center. Annual dues are $15. All interested gardeners and gardening wanna-bes are invited to attend. Stop and see our award winning Butterfly Garden when you visit the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce building. For information phone 647-3937. Recreation 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, pro shop, junior golf program, and professional instruction for all levels. Memberships available. Open to the public. Golf professional and manager, Wayne Hill. Located two miles from downtown Bridgton on Highland Ridge Road. Call us at 207-647-3491 or visit our website at www.bridgtonhighlands.com. Fryeburg Snowmobile Rentals - We offer Arctic Cat snowmobiles, including their 4 Stroke machines. Come and explore the beautiful White Mountains with access to ITS 19 and 80 right from our door. Rates start at $99! www.fryeburgsnowmobile.com. 532 Main Street, Fryeburg, ME 04037. Call for reservations: 800-458-1838 or e-mail: terrym@ sledandbed.com. Point Sebago Golf Course - Public Welcome. Golf Digest considers our 18-hole championship golf course the best in the Lakes Region. 18-holes with cart only $39 to $69 per round (based upon date). Call or visit our web site for your greens fees and tee times. Allinclusive golf vacation and getaway packages available May - October. In the heart of the Lakes Region, off Route 302. www.pointsebago.com. Toll Free: 1-888-266-9842. Rocky Ridge Guide Service - Fish for Large and Smallmouth Bass, Salmon and Lake Trout, plus Striped Bass and Blue Fish with light tackle on the coast. All equipment provided. Hunt for Woodcock and Grouse over pointing dogs. Deer hunt in the foothills of the White Mountains. Ice Fishing. Spring turkey hunting. Capt. Carl Bois, Reg. Master Maine Guide, P.O. Box 76, Lovell, ME 04051 207-925-6262 Outside ME: 1-888-718-2617 www. rockyridgemaineguide.com email: rrgs@fairpoint.net Shawnee Peak Ski Area is celebrating 70 Years of skiing and riding this season! With more than 40 trails and glades, two terrain parks, a 400-foot halfpipe and 19 trails lit for night skiing (the most in New England!), Shawnee Peak is Your Maine Mountain! A true destination, Shawnee Peak offers renowned kids’ programs, delectable eateries, slopeside condominiums and the friendliest service you’ll find anywhere! Incredible weddings are our specialty in the spring/summer/fall! Booking 2009 dates now! Call 207-647-8444 or visit shawneepeak.com Photo: © Joe Beecher beecherphoto.com Boat Launches We all love clean water. It only takes one boater to do immeasurable damage to our vulnerable ponds and lakes. Invasive water plants, such as milfoil, are spread by boats, which pick them up at one infested lake and carry them to another. Boat wash stations are available at some boat launch sites in the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Area. And Courtesy Inspectors are often on hand to help inspect boats for plants. All launch sites include signs explaining the need for such inspections. After you’ve checked that your gas tank is full, your lunch is packed and your gear is stored, please check and remove any vegetation from your boat. Bridgton Moose Pond, Highland Lake, Salmon Point, Woods Pond Boat washing stations are located at the West Bridgton fire Station, Highland Lake parking lot and across from the Woods Pond boat launch. Casco Pleasant Lake Naples Sebago Lake State Park (fee) (Note: For Long Lake and Brandy Pond, use launches in Bridgton or Harrison) Raymond Raymond Pond, Crescent Beach, Panther Pond, Sebago Lake Harrison Crystal Lake, Long Lake Lovell Kezar Lake’s Upper and Middle Bay, Horseshoe Pond, Bradley Pond (rough access), Heald Pond (6 mph limit) Waterford Keoka Lake, Bear Pond, Five Kezar Ponds (rough access), Crooked River Sebago Sebago Lake, Perley Pond, Peabody Pond (Note: Need permit from the town office for Sebago Lake launch site) Denmark Moose Pond, Hancock Pond, Sand Pond, Long Pond Fryeburg Lovewell Pond, Bog Pond, Saco River (Swan’s Falls, Canal Bridge, Walker Bridge, Hemlock Bridge) Brownfield Burnt Meadow Pond, Saco River (Brownfield Bridge) The Wilderness Awaits Snowmobile Enthusiasts Opportunities abound for you to view miles of the Lakes Region’s countryside, see wildlife in natural habitats and socialize with friends when you explore our area via snowmobile. More than 600 miles of trails, including key corridors ITS80 and ITS89 are well-groomed and marked for your day, weekend or entire weeklong trip. Many area businesses cater to snowmobiles; restaurants and motels even have trails to their doorsteps. Once there, warm up, savor a hot meal, then head back out for some night riding. Be fair to other riders and property owners by obeying the signs and staying on the trails. Private landowners give permission to ride on their property. Remember to ride right and respect the land. In Bridgton, the Easy Rider Snowmobile Club hosts free snowmobile rides during the Mushers Bowl/Winter Carnival in January and a Poker Run in February. Naples hosts a Winter Carnival in February. Check out the following websites for more information: http://geocities.com/ bridgtoneasyriders or www.mainelakeschamber.com. Snowmobile trail maps are for sale in area businesses and at the Chamber Information Center. Snowmobile registration is available at town offices or online. For information about renting snowmobiles, check out Fryeburg Snowmobile Rentals at www.sledandbed.com. Whether day tripping or trailing from home, come enjoy the beauty of the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region, magnified in the winter months by sparkling snow and star-filled nights. Trail Parking: Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce, Route 302, Bridgton, park to the far left of the lot Highland Lake Beach, Highland Road, Bridgton Woods Pond, Route 117, South Bridgton Sandy Creek, Route 107, South Bridgton Route 302, Fryeburg, just below Hemlock Bridge Road Route 113, North Fryeburg Heald Pond, off Slab City Road, North Lovell Lovell Village Store, Route 5, Lovell Route 302, Casco Town Office, Lambs Mill Road, Naples Sebago Town Hall, Route 107, Sebago Sweden Keyes Pond (rough access), Stearns Pond 31 2009 Area Guide 32Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Insurance/Real Estate Agency 1 Real Estate & Jordan Rentals - Specializing in lake related property in the Sebago/Long Lake Region. Started in the early 1950s, we are the oldest family-run sales and rental agency in the area - we have the experience you’re looking for. Visit us on the internet at www.sebagolakeproperties.com, you’ll find descriptions of our listings as well as links to the statewide listings. We have over 150 cottages for rent, you’ll find descriptions and multiple photos of each on our site under “rentals”. Call Steve or Elaine Titcomb at 1-800-942-5547; We look forward to talking with you. Chalmers Insurance Agency was established in 1857, and serves the Lakes Region areas of Maine and New Hampshire. Bruce A. Chalmers and William W. Chalmers own and operate the home office located in Bridgton, Maine, as well as eight additional locations throughout Maine and New Hampshire. The Chalmers Insurance Agency offers commercial and personal insurance, as well as specialty products for ski areas and girls and boys summer camps. Chalmers Insurance Agency, 100 Main Street, P.O. Box 189, Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-3311, website: www.chalmers-ins.com Chalmers Realty was established in the early 1950s, serving the Lakes Region area. The business was built with honesty and integrity, and our motto is “A satisfied customer is our first consideration.” These are the same principles we operate under today. The agency is a member of the National Association of REALTORS, Maine Association of REALTORS, Western Maine Board of Realtors, and the Maine Real Estate Information System (MREIS) multiple listing service. Chalmers Realty, 100 Main Street, P.O. Box 189, Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-3311, website: www. chalmers-realty.com Coldwell Banker Lakes Region Properties - Located in Naples, the heart of the Lakes Region, Coldwell Banker 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 area 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! Visit our website at www.lakesproperties.com or call us at 207-693-7000. Krainin Real Estate - Your Door to the Sebago Lake Region: Lakefront Homes & Cottages, Country Homes & Land, Vacation & 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, 655-3811 (800-6392321) and Route 302, Naples, 6935000 (800-682-0963). To view all listings for sales or rentals, visit our easy-to-use website at www.krainin. com. Call Krainin Real Estate for all your real estate needs! Oberg Real Estate Agency Located in the heart of downtown Bridgton. Specializing in lakefront, residential, vacation, business and land sales. Established in 1934 – three 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 of Realtors. Visit us at our historic brick building at 132 Main Street, Bridgton, ME 04009. Phone: 207647-5551, 888-400-9858. Website: www.obergrealestate.com, e-mail: obergagy@roadrunner.com Oberg Insurance & Real Estate • Looking to SAVE money on insurance? Call now—check out our very competitive quotes!! • Complete Line of Insurance Coverage • CHECK OUT our high tech website. Instant access to all area listings: www.obergrealestate.com • Satisfied Buyers and Sellers since 1934! 132 Main Street, Bridgton, ME 04009 (207) 647-5551 or 1-888-400-9858 www.obergrealestate.com obergagy@roadrunner.com Oberg Insurance Agency Complete line of AUTO, HOME, BOAT, RV, MOTORCYCLE, SNOWMOBILE, BUSINESS & LIFE INSURANCE. Oberg Agency , a three generation, family-owned business, established in 1934. Representing many quality “A” rated companies, we are an independent insurance agency. Your protection is our profession. Call us for a competitive quote today. 132 Main Street, Bridgton, ME 04009. Phone: 207-647-5551, 888-400-9858. E-mail: obergagy@ roadrunner.com 33 2009 Area Guide Point Sebago Resort - Four Season Affordable Vacation Home Ownership. Golf Course lots. 775Acre Resort with Golf Digest recognized 18-hole Golf Course and Sebago Lake access. Beaches, Marina, Boat Slips, Outdoor Sports Center with tennis, horseshoes and more. Family Activity and Entertainment Programs. In the heart of the Lakes Region near everything. Vacation home sales by Vacation Home Properties Inc. Rt 302, Casco, ME Toll Free: 1-888-266-9842. www. pointsebago.com Remax At The Lakes - Real Estate Sales - Lakefront, mountainside, vacation, residential homes, lots & acreage. Call 1-800-647-5371 for free brochure &/or market information. Located on 171 Portland Street, PO Box 160, Bridgton, ME 04009 207-647-5371 Fax 207-6478316 email: remax@mainelakes. com website: www.mainelakes.com Professional Services Financial Services 692 Roosevelt Trail Naples, ME 04055 207-693-7000 800-639-2136 LAKES REGION PROPERTIES • Lakefront Homes & Cottages • Residential Properties • Commercial Property • Land and Building Lots www.lakesproperties.com JORDAN RENTALS/Agency 1 R.E. 1-800-942-5547 JORDANRENTALS.COM Serving the Lakes Region for over 50 years. VACATION RENTALS - Lakefront and lake access properties. Weekly, monthly & seasonal rentals on 20+ area lakes and ponds. Rates starting at $350/wk. SALES - Agency 1 Real Estate, with four offices in Southern Maine, we’re here full time to help you find the perfect home, cottage or piece of land in the Lakes Region and the greater Portland area. 34Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Evergreen Credit Union - Better Banking Made Easy Everyday..... without all the fees! Get to know Matthew Jacobson, Manager of the Naples branch, and the member service staff who can meet all the banking needs of individuals, families and businesses who live or work in Cumberland County. Evergreen Credit Union provides some of the lowest rates on loans and highest yields on CDs and Money Market accounts. Visit evergreencreditunion.org for full online banking, plus more information on our financial products, services, office hours and other branch locations. Northeast Bank - Your financial future deserves nothing less than Northeast Bank. With a complete range of financial services, we’re more than a bank. And that means we can do more for you. Stop by any of our locations, visit www. northeastbank.com, or call us at 1-800-284-5989 to discuss our full spectrum of Banking, Insurance, and Investment services. You’ll find we’re No ordinary bank.® Norway Savings Bank, Bridgton, 647-3344 We’re here to serve you with 20 branches from Saco to Brunswick; Portland to Bethel. We offer full-service banking including Maine’s largest surcharge-free ATM bank network (over 180 ATMs) and Internet Banking. Looking for real choices and uncommon value? Stop by our Bridgton office and ask about Reality Banking or visit our web site: www.norwaysavingsbank.com Churches The Bridgton Alliance Church - Our Sunday worship service is 9 a.m. Tuesdays, AWANA for children meets at 6 p.m., and Wednesdays, MOPS for mothers of preschoolers. Also on Wednesdays we have Prayer and Bible study at 6 p.m. and Mondays we have a youth group for the teens at 6 p.m. We have various other small group studies throughout the week. For more information please call the church at 207-647-2027, or visit us at 368 Harrison Road, Bridgton, Maine 04009. Pastor Ed Boon and Debbie Dean, Director of Discipleship. The Bridgton United Methodist Church is located at 214 Main Street. We are a protestant Christian Church spreading the news of God’s love and his word. Sunday Worship and Sunday School are both at 11a.m. Praise and Worship service Thursdays at 7pm. Our non-alcoholic communion is offered to all. We seek to serve and embrace our community and our world through our many mission activities, Bible studies, and an active United Methodist Woman’s group. We welcome all visitors and local residents who wish to join us for worship. For more information, please call the church at 647-4476, Pastor Chong Choi at 647-8380, or visit our web site at www.bridgtonumc.com St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church Rev. Brian D. Blanchette, Parochial Vicar, 225 South High Street Bridgton, Maine 04009 (207) 647-2334 /647-4339 (Schedule only) Masses September-Mid-June Saturday 4 p.m.; Sunday 8:30 a.m. Mission Church of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Mass on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. 35 2009 Area Guide 2009 Maine Blues Festival Fathers’ Day Weekend June 20, 2009 An all day event featuring more than 30 red-hot blues bands at 12 different venues in Naples— “the Heart of the Lakes Region.” Bray’s Brew Pub & Eatery The Freedom Cafe Kahuna’s Naples Village Green North Shore Tavern Rick’s Cafe Sandy’s at the Flight Deck Shaker’s Bar & Grill Songo River Queen II Sydney’s Restaurant Tony’s Foodland/The Umbrella Factory Watson’s Wheels & Water Show Shuttle transportation available. First Impressions Cleaning, Inc. A Maine Corporation Residential, Vacation & Seasonal Moving In or Moving Out Call Us www.mainebluesfestival.com 36Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Insured 207-647-5096 E-Mail: smweygandt@verizon.net 9 Moose Pond Drive Bridgton, Maine 04009 Animal Care Harvest Hills Animal Shelter is a non-profit organization which contracts with seventeen towns in Maine to accept neglected, stray and abandoned cats and dogs from the towns’ animal control officers. We are a “No Kill” shelter dedicated to our mission to find forever families for as many homeless dogs and cats as possible. When space is available, Harvest Hills also accepts owner surrendered animals from all surrounding communities in Maine and New Hampshire and will assist other shelters by providing a safe temporary home for adoptable animals that would otherwise be euthanized. Donations are always gratefully accepted. 207-935-4358. We are located on Route 302 on the Bridgton Fryeburg line. Visit us on the web at: www.harvesthills.org Schools Bridgton Academy is a school whose motto is “The Year That Makes The Difference”. Set on a hillside overlooking Long Lake, Bridgton Academy enrolls a new school of 190 young men each year. Success and confidence in college and beyond is the goal of the program, reached through an intensive academic program stressing time management, study, and organizational skills. Bridgton Academy’s athletics are known as some of the best in the country yet it is in the classroom where our young men shine. Bridgton Academy, for young men who want to be Champions of Their Future. Learn more at www. bridgtonacademy.org or call the Admission Office at 207-647-3322 and schedule a visit. Transportation/ Travel Town Farm Transportation, LLC • Airport, Train, Cruise Ship Transfers • Concerts & Sporting Events • City to City Transfers. 7 Passenger, 4-Wheel Drive, SUV Transportation. Child seats available, major credit cards accepted. 24 hour service. PO Box 200, New Gloucester, ME 04260 Call Frank Chambers, 207-712-4669/207-712-4738, email: twnfrm@yahoo.com or visit: www. townfarmtransportation.biz Travel With Spaulding is a full featured travel business. You must visit our very user friendly web site www.TravelWithSpaulding.com! It is chock full of more than the usual flights, cruises, hotels and rental cars! We are diversified in that we also offer many travel related “products”, among them: group travel, travel insurance, golf tee times, event ticketing, a honey-moon/bridal registry, travel wear, outdoor adventures, romantic getaways, even flowers and a currency exchange! Sign up for our “Deals and Steals” newsletter and visit us on lovely Long Lake in Harrison, Maine! 207-583-4931 Specialty Shops Bridgton Books - Over 20,000 Different Titles, plus books on tape for rent or sale, cards, stationery, music, magazines, posters and more. Free gift wrap. No extra charge for special orders. Visa, MC, Discover, gift certificates. 140 Main Street, Bridgton. Across from Magic Lantern. 207-647-2122 e-mail:justinatbridgtonbooks@verizon.net EFG Books - A cozy eclectic used bookstore with an extensive collection of 20th century fiction and poetry. They also have a small section of new books from such legendary presses as New Directions, City Lights and Grove Press including titles by Jack Kerouac, Henry Miller, Thomas Merton, Allen Ginsberg, William Carlos Williams, Samuel Beckett and more. There is also a fine art gallery in the back of the store showing single-artist shows year-round. There is a new show every 4-8 weeks depending on the season. Come browse as long as you wish! Hours are Wednesday thru Sunday 10-5. 186 Main Street, Bridgton 207-647-9339 Gallery 302 is a co-operative fine art gallery featuring the work of artists and artisans of western Maine and eastern New Hampshire. Sixty-two artists exhibit plus exciting Guest Artists on a regular basis. Monthly wine and cheese receptions are open to the public. Exhibits include watercolors, oils, pastels, jewelry, blown and sculptured glass, stained glass, ceramics, sculpture, iron works, pine needle baskets and much more. Think of us for all your gift and decorating needs and visit us often. Exhibits change monthly. Gift Certificates and Shipping available. All major credit cards accepted. 112 Main St, Bridgton, Maine 04009 (207) 647-2787. Open 7 days a week year round. 37 2009 Area Guide The Cool Moose Maine’s Original Moose Store Since 1968 Gifts and Crafts Cards and Jewelry Specialty Foods and our FAMOUS Cool Moose Goods 108 Main St. Bridgton, Maine 04009 (207) 647-3957 email: themoose@megalink.net Adria and Fletcher Carr—Proprietors www.thecoolmoose.com 38Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Harvest Gold Gallery - located amongst the beautiful mountains and lakes of western Maine, we are a family owned and operated business. The owners, Bill and Lynda Rudd have been making fine gold jewelry for over 20 years and have had their designs displayed throughout the world. The line features hundreds of original designs of earrings, bracelets, rings, necklaces and pendants. The gallery not only features their own exquisite works but, also, showcases an everchanging collection of American artists. Paintings, hand blown glass, garden sculptures in wrought iron, copper or steel can help bring joy and beauty to your home. www.harvestgoldjewelry.com. Route 5, Center Lovell, Maine. 207-925-6502. Mexicali Blues is a Maine-based company that since 1988 has offered an original line of Mexicali clothing, one of a kind jewelry, and handmadegiftware. 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 four convenient locations in Maine, Portland, Freeport, Newcastle, Raymond and an online store at www.mexicaliblues.com. For more information contact the Raymond store (207-655-3901) located on Route 302. Reny’s 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 55 years. Maine’s own familyrun department store features name brand clothing such as Carharrt, Columbia, Woolrich, Timberland, Osh Gosh, New Balance and many more factory-direct close-outs PLUS everything else you need for your family, home, camp or cottage. Toys, towels, sheet sets, snacks, appliances, and a variety of Maine-made gift ideas. Speaking of a great gift, gift cards are now available on line at www.renys.com. Thanks for shopping at Renys! 647-3711 LAKE REGION AUTO SUPPLY OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK 237 Portland Road Bridgton, Maine 04009 207-647-8737 39 2009 Area Guide Sportshaus - Route 302, Bridgton (207-647-5100) 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. For your vacation fun, we rent kayaks, sailboats, canoes, water skis and kneeboards (delivery avail). 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. www.sportshausski.com Watkins Flowers has been in the business of serving the lakes region for over five years with high quality flowers and plants. The Watkins family has supplied this area with farm fresh products since the late 1800s. We pride ourselves on providing quality flowers and service. Our goal is that each customer has their individual needs and expectations met. We strive to delight customers with their experience and gain customer loyalty. Watkins Flowers is a proud member of the Maine State Florists and Growers Association, the Society of American Florists, Teleflora, and the Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce. Call us at 207-655LILY or stop by our shop at 791 Roosevelt Trail, Rte. 302, Casco. www.watkinsflowersme.com Restaurants & Specialty Food Shops Beth’s Kitchen Cafe - 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 are available!!! Enjoy the cafe inside or outside along Stevens Brook. It is our passion and pleasure to serve you! Located at 82 Main St., downtown Bridgton, in the big yellow farm house. Open daily 7 to 3. 647-5211. wi-fi available. www. bethskitchencafe.com The Black Horse Tavern - Since opening 20 years ago our vision has become a reality. We’re an easy place to meet friends enjoying great food and good cheer. Sunday Brunch is the jewel of the week; exceptional Bloody Marys and amazingly Fluffy Omelets make The Black Horse especially enjoyable on Sunday. Come experience our creative daily specials, homemade soup and desserts, extensive wine list and full bar. Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner, all our food is prepared to order with the freshest ingredients. Child-approved children’s menu. Open Monday-Saturday at 11:00, Sunday Brunch at 10:00 Dinner at 4:00. 207-647-5300 The Everyday Gourmet - Local chef Anita Burroughs offers personal chef and catering services, with an emphasis on fresh, locally produced foods. The Everyday Gourmet has received rave reviews for both their food and service for a wide range of events, including dinner parties, barbecues, buffets, cocktail parties, intimate weddings rehearsal dinners, and romantic dinners for two. All menus are customized and range from casual family fare, regional specialties and food from around the world. Chef Anita is available for to cook for your family during your stay in the area for special parties and events, or for a week or more. Visit my website at www.chefanita.com or call me at 603-986-6216. The Freedom Café & Pub - is located in the historic 200 year old Causeway Landing Building on the shores of beautiful Long Lake. Dine in either our two story open post & beam great room, our lakefront dining room, or on our outdoor deck overlooking the glistening shores of Long Lake in Naples village. Our world-traveled chef has created a varied menu, offering homemade chowders & bisques along with regional favorites including fresh steamed lobsters from our 250 gallon salt water tank. Casual pubfare and vegetarian dishes also available. Try Maine microbrews on draught, a glass of wine from our extensive wine list, or one of our signature cocktails from our full bar. We are located at 923 Roosevelt Trail (Route 302), on the west side of the Naples Causeway; next door to the Long Lake Marina. (207) 693-3700, www.freedomcafeandpub.com 40Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce BETH’S KITCHEN CAFE SURROUNDED BY GOOD FOOD & FRIENDS GREAT COFFEE GOURMET SANDWICHES HOMEMADE SOUPS FRESH BAKED GOODS 82 MAIN ST. BRIDGTON, ME 04009 www.bethskitchencafe.com 647-5211 7-3 daily, open year round, WI-FI Route 302 Bridgton Dine In — Take Out 647-8990 A Country Inn & Gourmet Restaurant Classic Cuisine with an Innovative Twist Fine Dining with Spectacular Views & Contemporary Pub -Culinary Institute of America Graduate Chef/OwnerDining, Lodging & Area Activity Packages Available 548 Main Street, Fryeburg ME 04037 www.OxfordHouseInn.com Open Year Round RESERVATIONS: 207-935-3442/800-261-7206 Jeffrey & Victoria Toole Weddings, Cocktail Parties, Barbecues and Lobster Bakes, Licensed Liquor Catering Call Toll Free 1-800-210-CATER! 18 King Hill Road, Naples, ME 04055 (207)787-3327 www.lakeregioncaterers.com lrcjv@fairpoint.net 41 2009 Area Guide 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. to 7 p.m. Call ahead at 207-655-1196 to order. 1297 Roosevelt Trail, Raymond. Morning Dew Natural Grocery & Deli offers a fine selection of fresh organic produce, free range meats, a large selection of natural and organic foods, supplements, homebrew supplies, books and more. In addition, Morning Dew has a unique deli featuring Boar’s Head Provisions, sandwiches and soups for the vegetarian or meat lover. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is here to assist you. Morning Dew is located at the corner of 302 & 117 just south of Bridgton Village, 19 Sandy Creek Rd., Bridgton. Phone: 647-4003, web address: www.morningdewnatural.com 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 The Oxford House Inn Restaurant - Located in the heart of Fryeburg, Maine, The Oxford House Inn is widely recognized as a memorable dining destination. Chef-owned by Culinary Institute of America graduate Jonathan Spak and his wife Natalie, the restaurant is acclaimed for exquisite dining in the evening and for its incomparable Sunday brunch. The menu features local & organic produce in season, all-natural poultry and meats, and creative over-the-top desserts. Certified Environmental Leader in the hospitality industry and featured in Down East & New England Journey magazines! AAA approved, open year round. For more information or reservations, please call 1-800-261-7206 or visit www.oxfordhouseinn.com. Venezia Ristorante - Located at the junction of Routes 302 & 93 in Bridgton. Fine Italian Cuisine. All meals prepared to order. Reservations accepted. Open yearround. Summer hours Tuesday through Sunday 5-9 p.m.; winter hours Thursday, Friday, Sunday 5-9 p.m., Saturday 5-8 p.m. Visa/ MC/Discover. No checks accepted. 647-5333 42Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce The Village Tie-Up Market and Deli, located on the north end of Long Lake, is under new ownership. The market features fresh local produce, lobsters, specialty foods, cheeses, a full deli, and new menu which still includes a variety of sandwiches and pizza. We are an agency liquor store and offer a unique selection of wines. The market has gas services on both street and lakeside for car and boat fueling convenience Stop in and let our friendly staff accommodate your needs. Open daily 5 am-9pm, with extended summer hours. 29 Main Street, Harrison. 207-583-4266. 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 range 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 Nan Brett for information 207-583-6964. The Big Kahuna Cafe—a folk & blues venue—often imitated, never duplicated! Blues, Jazz, Folk, Contemporary Folk, Bluegrass and Country music all presented and performed in a historic Masonic Hall that was built in 1863 and is located in the historic town of Bridgton, Maine, upstairs at # 270 Main Street. The Big Kahuna Cafe presents only “independent”, Acoustic Blues, Electric Blues, Jazz and Folk Music performances by Nationally known artists of New England, North America and Canada in one of the most unique and intimate settings ever created in the state of Maine to see a live performance by an individual artist or group of artists on stage. The Big Kahuna Cafe is and has always been a Non-Smoking Venue! And, it is an Air-conditioned environment. COOL all summer! Deertrees Theatre and Cultural Center, Deertrees Road, Harrison - Broadway plays and bluegrass concerts! Classical music and stand-up comedy! New Orleans jazz and Down East humor! As home to the Deertrees Theatre Festival, the Sebago-Long Lake Music Festival, the Deertrees Children’s Wednesday Series, the BackStage Gallery and the Salt Lick Café, Maine’s most enchanting theatre presents an eclectic array of entertainment during a season that runs from late June until early September. For a complete production schedule please visit our website at www.deertreestheatre.org or telephone the Box Office at 207-583-6747. The Magic Lantern Movie Theater & Pub is still working magic! Enjoy a movie in one of our three theaters, and don’t forget to check out the balconies! We hope you enjoy the Victorian aesthetic of our lobby and main theater, or the Art Deco- and Nautical-themed theaters! Grab dinner and a drink in our King Arthur-style pub after your movie and then stay for live music, cribbage, Wii night, open mic night, or one of our other events! There’s plenty to enjoy at the Magic Lantern. The Lantern is also available for hosting parties or other events. “The Magic is Back!” at 9 Depot Street in Bridgton, Maine. Call our movie hotline at 207-647-5443, or check us out on the web at www. magiclanternmovies.com. Saco Valley Sports Center Family fun for everyone!!!! 16 lanes of Candlepin Bowling w/ bumper lanes for kids, keep score on our computerized scoring system. We also have 3 Fullswing golf simulators. That’s right, Play golf all winter too. Play your choice of any one of 22 of the worlds greatest courses. We just updated to the most advanced system offered. Not into golf or bowling? Try any one of our 13 arcade games, 2 billiard tables or Air hockey. Enjoy something from our snack bar. We have a full liquor license. We are just 20 min from Bridgton and N. Conway. So come on down for your next family outing or company party. We are located on the corner of Rte 302 and Pine St. Fryeburg, Maine. 207-935-3777 or for more info visit our website “www. sacovalleysportscenter.com” Weddings Bear Mountain Inn has one of the most beautiful settings in Maine for that perfect day in your life. We offer spectacular lakefront outdoor weddings, and white-tent receptions from May through October and smaller weddings of 40 and under in our Indoor Bear Paw Function Room, all at a very reasonable price. With outstanding views of mountains and lakes from the Wedding Deck at Bear Mountain Inn, and the elegance of our surroundings, we can provide you with a pleasing and memorable day that will live up to all of your expectations. For more information please call 1-866-450-4253 or visit www.bearmountainweddings.com . 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 up 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 DJ’s, photographers, and caterers. Call for a consultation 207-6475301 or 800-797-5301. 115 North High St., Rte. 302, Bridgton. www. HighlandLakeResort.com The Photo: Kristin Lindberg Rufus Porter Museum 67 North High Street Bridgton, Maine 207-647-2828 Open June 19, 20, 26, 27 July & August, Wed - Sat Sep - Oct 10, Fridays & Saturdays Hours: 12 noon - 4pm 2009: Tasha Tudor Memorial Exhibit www.rufusportermuseum.org Noble House Inn - Voted “Yankee Magazine “Editors’ Choice 2008” and Bridgton’s Premier Bed & Breakfast, offering a classic backdrop above scenic Highland Lake. As a romantic destination specializing in elopements and intimate celebrations, we create elegant, affordable & stress-free alternatives with our “ELOPE INN STYLE” all-inclusive package. This is the place where no worries exist so spoil yourselves in a luxurious Jacuzzi suite. Savor gourmet breakfasts featuring local and organic ingredients. Dip into our famous Bottomless Cookie Jar or cuddle down by the cozy fireplace. We offer exceptional hospitality to make your special day memorable! Officiant services available. (See our Page 3 ad). 888-237-4880 www. noblehousebb.com. 43 2009 Area Guide Advertiser/Member Directory • Four Screens • Balconies • The Tannery Pub www.magiclanternmovies.com 207-647-5065 9 Depot Street Bridgton Maine 04009 44Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Accommodations Alyssas Motel On Thomas Pond Casco Grady’s West Shore Motel Bridgton Happiness Is Harrison Highland Lake Resort Bridgton Quinn’s Jockey Cap Motel Fryeburg Landmark on the Lake Motel & Resort Bridgton Pleasant Mountain Inn Bridgton Romah Motor Inn Naples Tarry-A-While Resort Bridgton INNS and B&Bs Augustus Bove House Naples Bear Mountain Inn Waterford Bridgton House Bed & Breakfast Bridgton Brownfield Bed & Breakfast Brownfield Center Lovell Inn Lovell Fern Hill Farm Bed & Breakfast Naples Greenwood Manor Inn Harrison Inn at Long Lake Naples Kedarburn Inn & Quilts Waterford Lamb’s Mill Inn Naples The Midway Country Lodging Cornish Olde Saco Inn Fryeburg The Harrison House Harrison The Lake House Waterford The Landmark Inn Bridgton Peace With-Inn Fryeburg The Pleasant View, Too B&B Bridgton The Noble House Inn Bridgton The Oxford House Inn Fryeburg The Sudbury Inn Bethel The Waterford Inne Waterford Campgrounds Colonial Mast Campground Naples Four Seasons Camping Naples Lakeside Pines Campground Bridgton Point Sebago Resort & Campground Casco Children’s Camps Camp Agawam Raymond Camp Encore/Coda Sweden Camp Micah Denmark Camp Pinecliffe Harrison Camp Sunshine Casco Camp Walden Denmark Camp Winona Bridgton Camp Wyonegonic Denmark JCC Maccabi Camp Kingswood Bridgton Cottages/Home RENTALS Adams Lake Cottages Bridgton All Moosed Home Bridgton Bridgton Area Vacation Rentals-Home Away Brookline Cottages Bridgton Country Road Cottages Naples Crystal Cottage Harrison Fitton Cottages Bridgton Hayes Haven Bridgton Highland Lake Housekeeping Cottages Bridgton Hillside Cabins on Long Lake Harrison Lake Country Properties Bridgton Loft House, The Sweden Maine Log Home Rentals Bridgton Maine Lakeside Getaways Bridgton Meade’s Cottages Bridgton Merryfield Cove, Inc. Bridgton Point Sebago Resort & Campground Casco Sebago Lake Cottages Sebago Sebago Lake Lodge & Cottages N. Windham Sunnyside Village Naples The Pleasant View Bridgton www.5seasons.net Bridgton Westwood Cottages Bridgton Winter Sport Condo Bridgton 207-655-2223 888-442-5638 207-583-4095 207-647-5301 207-935-2306 207-647-2000 207-647-4505 207-693-6690 207-647-2522 207-693-6365 207-583-4404 866-779-3335 207-935-7579 800-777-2698 207-693-4320 866-583-4445 800-437-0328 207-583-6182 207-693-6253 207-625-8835 207-925-3737 207-583-6564 800-223-4182 207-647-2000 877-935-7362 207-647-9578 888-237-4880 800-261-7206 800-395-7837 207-583-4037 207-693-6652 207-693-6797 207-647-3935 207-655-3821 p. 15 p. 15, 43 p. 15,18,19 p. 15 p. 15, 17 p. 16,18 p. 16,17,43 p. 16 p. 16 p. 38 p. 16, 19 p. 17 p. 16 p. 16 p. 17, 18 p. 3,17, 43 p. 17,41,42 p. 17, 41 p. 20 7,15,20,30,34 207-627-4780 207-647-3947 617-244-6540 207-583-2201 207-655-3800 207-452-2901 207-647-3721 207-452-2051 617-244-5124 207-647-3903 207-240-6494 512-493-0382 207-647-2515 207-693-3338 978-468-4337 207-647-2300 207-647-9540 207-647-3200 207-583-4545 800-647-8093 207-647-4014 781-290-7609 866-647-8557 207-647-2262 207-647-2847 207-655-3821 207-787-3211 207-892-2698 207-693-3389 207-647-9578 781-740-9115 888-423-1345 508-540-6543 p. 18 p. 18 p. 18 p. 18 p. 18 p. 15 p. 19 p. 19 7,15,20,30,34 p. 19 p. 19 p. 18, 19 p. 19, 20 ARTS & Entertainment/cultural Community Cultural Celebration Bridgton Deertrees Theatre Harrison Denmark Arts Center Denmark Lake Region Community Theatre So. Casco Lakes Brew Fest Casco Magic Lantern Movie Theater Bridgton Maine Blues Festival Naples Rufus Porter Museum Bridgton Saco Valley Sports Center Fryeburg The Ballroom Harrison The Big Kahuna Cafe, LLC Bridgton Western Maine Cultural Alliance Lovell Home BUILDING Supplies & Service A+ Plumbing & Heating, Inc. Bridgton Alternative Heat Source Inc. Naples Aubuchon Hardware Naples Bob Wiser Construction Bridgton Bolsters Decorating Bridgton Brill Lumber Bridgton Budget Blinds of Southwestern Maine W. Baldwin Crowell Construction Stoneham D.M. Electric & Sons Bridgton Dan Cobb Construction, Inc. Naples Dyer’s Excavation & Septic Services Harrison Everlast Roofing, Inc. Bridgton Galen Burke Lovell Gagne & Sons Naples George Skoglund-Mason Denmark Habitat for Humanity for Greater Portland Portland Hancock Lumber Co. Bridgton Hatch Excavation Bridgton Hayes True Value & Just Ask Rentals Bridgton Home Garden Flower Show Fryeburg Iron Man Welding/Handy Hands Prop. Mgnt. Bridgton Irish Well Drilling Sebago Lampron Energy Bridgton Mainly Custom The Wood Doctor Lyman McBurnie Oil Company Denmark McHatton’s Cleaning & Restoration Bridgton McIver Electric Bridgton Mountain Mini Storage Bridgton New England Electric Naples On the Level Bridgton P & K Sand & Gravel Naples Presidential Pest Control Berlin, NH Quality Custom Carpentry Naples Seymour Construction Bridgton Snow’s Excavation Bridgton Specialty Welding & Fabrication Naples Summit Spring Water Harrison The Tinker Shop Casco WAM Alarm Systems Bridgton Worster Rubbish Removal Harrison Zabi Homes Bridgton Hospitals/Health Care American Red Cross Blood Services Portland Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice Bridgton Bridgton Eye Care Bridgton Bridgton Hospital Bridgton Bridgton Hospital Guild Bridgton Home Health Visiting Nurses Saco Family Crisis Services Bridgton JC Mobility Solutions, LLC Raymond John Painter, DO Raymond Julianne M. Forbes N.D. LLC Bridgton Liane Muller, D.O. N. Bridgton Momentum Casco Mountain View Dentistry Bridgton Premier Physical Therapy Bridgton Saco Bay Orhopaedic & Sports P.T., P.A. Bridgton Taoist Tai Chi Society Bridgton The Birth House Bridgton Tri-County Mental Health Bridgton Wellness Associates Naples Western Maine Health Care Norway 207-890-0866 207-583-6747 207-452-2412 207-655-7317 207-647-3472 207-647-5065 207-647-3472 207-647-2828 207-935-3777 207-583-6964 207-647-9031 20-928-3712 207-647-2029 207-693-4020 207-693-3343 207-647-5348 207-647-5101 207-647-3776 207-625-7902 207-928-2385 207-838-9905 207-787-4405 207-583-4546 207-647-5500 207-239-9665 207-693-5356 207-452-2441 207-772-2151 207-647-8333 207-647-2171 207-647-3342 207-935-2845 207-647-8291 207-647-2520 207-647-8359 207-499-7598 207-452-2151 800-850-2822 207-647-3664 207-647-2261 207-693-6055 207-647-5799 207-693-6765 800-966-5568 207-655-5903 207-647-5535 207-647-2697 207-693-3514 207-583-2286 207-627-7016 207-647-2323 207-583-6914 207-647-9002 207-773-9571 800-482-7412 207-647-2030 207-647-6000 207-647-6212 800-660-4867 207-647-8501 866-435-6399 207-655-3854 207-647-9423 207-647-2440 207-627-2267 207-647-3628 207-647-2727 207-647-2586 207-583-4191 207-647-5919 207-647-5629 207-693-4545 207-743-5933 p. 43 p. 8 p. 43, 44 p. 36 p. 43 p. 42, 43 p. 42. 44 p. 42 p. 20, 23 p. 20, 21 p. 22 p. 20, 47 p. 21, 23 p. 20 p. 21 p. 21 p. 21, 23 p. 21 p. 22 p. 21 p. 26, 27 p. 26 p. 26, 48 p. 26 p. 26 p. 6, 26 p. 27 p. 24, 27 Insurance/Real Estate 207Realty.com Naples 207-693-HOME Anne Plummer & Asssociates Naples 877-618-2224 AFLAC-Ira Ball Bridgton 207-615-5288 Bridgton Senior Courtyard Bridgton 207-647-5389 Chalmers Insurance & Real Estate Bridgton 207-647-3311 p. 4, 13, 33 Coldwell Banker Lakes Region Prop. Naples 800-639-2136 p. 33, 34 ERA Today Realty Charles Fox 207-890-8207 Highland Mortgage Co. Naples 877-872-3170 Jordan Rentals/Agency 1 Sebago 800-942-5547 p. 33, 34 Krainin Real Estate Raymond 800-639-2321 p. 33 Mortgage Network Naples 207-693-4150 Mr. Lakefront/Keller Williams S. Casco 800-832-1106 Nationwide Ins.The Maier Agency Windham 207-892-2188 North Atlantic Insurance Assoc. Windham 207-893-2733 Oberg Insurance & Real Estate Bridgton 888-400-9858 p. 33 Premier Properties Raymond 207-655-2225 p. 34 REMAX at the Lakes Bridgton 800-647-5371 p. 4, 34 State Farm Insurance, Diane Reo Fryeburg 207-935-1500 Professional Services A-Plus Party Rental Scarborough 207-883-4472 About Time Graphics Bridgton 207-890-0866 Acorn RF LLC S. Casco 207-627-7474 Almanac Graphics Inc. Denmark 207-452-8005 Allure Lounge Salon Fryeburg 207-935-4858 American Legion Post #155 Naples 207-693-6285 Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Bridgton 204-647-4161 A.M.I. Services N. Bridgton 888-484-6653 AVCOG Auburn 207-783-9186 Beecher Photo Naples 207-693-3161 BNI Windham 207-671-3897 Bonney Staffing Center Windham 207-892-2286 Bridgton Academy Bridgton 207-647-3322 p. 37 Bridgton Alliance Church Bridgton 207-647-2027 p. 34 Bridgton Community Center Bridgton 207-647-3114 Bridgton Lake Region Rotary Bridgton Bridgton Public Library Bridgton 207-647-2472 Bridgton United Methodist Church Bridgton 207-647-4476 p. 34 Bridgton Veterinary Hospital Bridgton 207-647-8804 Brookfield Mortgage Company Bridgton 800-340-5406 Budget Document Lewiston 800-924-4229 Cardinal Printing Company, Inc. Denmark 207-452-2931 Chandel Associates Bridgton 207-647-5711 Central Maine Power Co. Bridgton 207-647-5609 Choice Appraisals, Inc. Naples 207-693-5454 Coastal Payment Consulting Gorham 877-839-5816 Coffee News Raymond 207-632-1530 County of Cumberland Portland 207-871-8380 Crystal Lake Spa & Wellness Center Harrison 207-583-2200 D. Lynne Maxfield-Cole Auburn 207-754-0730 p. 20 D & D’s Necessary Rooms Fryeburg 207-935-2222 Dearborn Precision Tubular Products Fryeburg 207-935-2171 Dianne Lewis Design Denmark 207-452-2591 Digital Horizon Web Solutions Bridgton 207-647-3857 Discover Maine Magazine Portland 207-874-7720 DownEast Engraving Naples 207-693-7064 Eagle Eye Maintenance Harrison 207-595-2562 EE Computer Services Fryeburg 207-935-1365 Employment Times Auburn 866-657-5444 Ethan McNerney, Photographer Lovell 207-925-6954 Evergreen Credit Union Naples 207-693-4222 p. 34, 35 FairPoint Communications Standish 207-642-7416 p. 32 First Congregational Church Bridgton 207-647-3936 First Impressions Cleaning Bridgton 207-647-5096 p. 36 Future Builders Raymond 207-655-1000 Gayle Miller, Therapeutic Massage Bridgton 207-647-2668 Good Neighbors, Inc. Bridgton 207-647-8244 Hair Studio of Bridgton Bridgton 207-647-8313 Handyman, Inc. Bridgton 207-647-3270 Harborview Lending Windham 207-894-7888 Harvest Hills Animal Shelter Fryeburg 207-935-4358 p. 35, 37 Hastings Law Office, P.A. Fryeburg 207-935-2061 The Healing Bridge Bridgton 207-647-3553 Howell Laboratories, Inc. Bridgton 207-647-3327 In Her Own Image Bridgton 207-647-3015 45 2009 Area Guide Innovative Services Harrison 207-583-6774 JD Trefethen CPA, P.A. Raymond 207-655-4500 Jewlz Naples 207-693-3899 John Cole, Architect Fryeburg 207-697-3491 Jones & Matthews Bridgton 207-647-3668 Junior Achievement of Maine Portland 207-347-4333 Kathleen of Bridgton Bridgton 207-647-3370 Key Bank Bridgton 207-647-3353 Key Bank Fryeburg 207-935-3591 Key Bank Raymond 207-655-3816 Lake Region Auto Supply Bridgton 207-647-8737 Lake Region Fun Silver Lake, NH 603-367-8439 Lake Region Television Bridgton 207-647-8044 Lake Region Title Naples 207-693-4004 Lakes Region Weekly Westbrook 207-854-2577 Lake Region United Methodist Cluster Naples 207-693-4535 Landmark Human Resources, Inc. Bridgton 207-647-8396 Macdonald Motors Bridgton 207-647-3304 Maine Lakes & Mountains Auburn 888-688-0099 Maine Street Graphics Bridgton 207-647-5115 Mainebiz Portland 207-761-8379 Master Video Duplication Portland 207-773-7279 Mark A. Babbit, Massage Therapist Harrison 207-583-4263 Menotomy Consulting & Development Sweden 207-647-8196 Michael G. Friedman, Esq., P.A. Bridgton 207-647-8360 MSAD 61 Adult Education Bridgton 207-647-5054 Mt. Washington Radio & Gramophone Conway 603-356-8870 Muddy River Signs Bridgton 207-647-3011 Naples Grange #94 Naples 207-693-4663 The Nerve Web Design Naples 207-693-5552 Northeast Bank Harrison 800-284-5989 Northern Light Conway, NH 603-447-3824 Norway Savings Bank Bridgton 800-551-3360 Off The Wall Web Design Bridgton 207-647-3734 Poland Spring Bottling Co. Poland Spring 207-998-6324 Portland Street Auto & Body Inc. Bridgton 207-647-8134 Positive 89.3 WMSJ Freeport 207-865-3448 Power Pay Portland 207-772-8737 Pratt & Associates Bridgton 207-647-4600 Primerica Financial Services Windham 207-894-7746 Radiodetection Bridgton 207-647-9495 Raymond Laundry Raymond 207-655-1070 RoyAl Technology Management Raymond 207-221-5198 Russell B. Boisvert, Esq. Bridgton 207-647-3332 Salon at 616 Casco 207-655-3506 Sandra Baur Accounting & Tax Services Windham 207-310-8080 SB Technical Illustrations, LLC Bridgton 207-647-2051 Schaefer Mortgage Portland 207-758-9760 St. Joseph Church Bridgton 207-647-2334 St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Bridgton 207-647-8549 TD Banknorth Bridgton 207-647-5884 The Bridgton News Bridgton 207-647-2851 The HAM Charitable Foundation Jackson 603-356-3389 The Printery Bridgton 800-640-8182 Time4Pictures Windham 207-892-3313 Time Warner Cable Portland 207-253-2278 Town Farm Transportation N. Gloucester 207-712-4669 Travel with Spaulding Harrison 207-583-4931 Turner Publishing N. Turner 207-225-2076 Type A Typset Bridgton 207-647-8418 US Small Business Portland 207-592-5322 WB Mason Casco 207-318-7361 RESTAURANTS & SPECIALTY FOOD Shops 302 West Smokehouse and Tavern Fryeburg 207-647-9302 Beth’s Kitchen Café Bridgton 207-647-5211 Black Horse Tavern Bridgton 207-647-5300 Bray’s Brewpub & Eatery Naples 207-693-6806 Center Lovell Inn Center Lovell 800-777-2698 Freedom Cafe & Pub Naples 207-693-3700 Lake Region House of Pizza Bridgton 207-647-4611 Market Basket Harrison 207-583-6126 Morning Dew Natural Foods & Deli Bridgton 207-647-4003 Mr. Butcher Naples 207-693-3701 Quinn’s Jockey Cap Store & Motel Fryeburg 207-935-2306 Ricky’s Diner Bridgton 207-647-2499 Rosie’s Village Store & Restaurant Lovell 207-925-1255 p. 21 p. 39 p. 34, 35 p. 34, 35 p. 11 p. 34 p. 36 p. 36, 37 p. 36, 37 p. 40 p. 11, 40 p. 8, 40 p. 41 p. 40, 42 46Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce Subway Bridgton 207-647-5375 Springer’s General Store Waterford 207-583-2051 Sudbury Inn Bethel 800-395-7837 p. 17, 41 The Good Life Market Raymond 207-655-1196 p. 41, 42 The Lake House Waterford 800-223-4182 The Village Tie-Up Market & Deli Harrison 207-583-4266 p. 42 Tony’s Foodland/The Umbrella Factory Naples 207-693-3988 Trailside Steak & Seafood Bridgton 207-647-8990 p. 40 Venezia Ristorante Bridgton 207-647-5333 p. 42 Webbs Mills Variety Casco 207-627-4000 CATERERS A Fine Kettle of Fish Catering South Casco 207-655-8656 p. 42 Brenda’s Delightful Delicacies Bridgton 207-647-2641 The Everyday Gourmet Catering Glenn, NH 603-986-6216 p. 40, 42 Lake Region Caterers, Inc. Naples 800-210-CATER p. 41 Lola’s Durham 207-751-2084 Specialty Shops Art Attack Bridgton 207-647-8811 Blacksmiths Winery Casco 207-655-3292 Bridgton Arts & Crafts Bridgton 207-647-8781 Bridgton Books Bridgton 207-647-2122 p. 37 Country Sleigh Naples 207-693-6753 Crabtree’s Collection Sebago 207-787-2730 Discovery Toys Casco 207-627-7069 EFG Books Bridgton 207-647-9339 p. 37, 38 Flowers by Daisy, Inc. Bridgton 207-647-2958 Gallery 302 Bridgton 207-647-ARTS p. 37 Harvest Gold Gallery Center Lovell 207-925-6502 p. 38, 39 Herbalife Independent Distributor S. Paris 207-742-7521 Hilltop Handspun Lovell 207-928-2000 HR Best Design Denmark 207-452-8034 p. 13 Kedar Quilts Waterford 207-583-6182 p. 38 Mexicali Blues Raymond 207-655-3901 p. 11, 39 Margo’s Jewels Naples 207-693-3523 Naples Custom Motorsports Naples 207-693-4025 New Balance Factory Outlet Oxford 207-539-9022 p. 39 Paw Prints, Inc. Bridgton 207-647-9907 Picket Fence Gallery Bridgton 207-647-5465 Picture Choclate Windham 207-892-0012 Pottery by Celia Naples 207-693-6100 Raymond Shopping Center Windham 310-0226 Raymond Village Florist Raymond 207-655-5020 Reny’s Bridgton 207-647-3711 p. 39 Sebago Furniture Naples 207-591-4215 Sportshaus Ski & Sport Bridgton 207-647-5100 p. 38, 40 Squeaky Clean Laundry Bridgton 207-647-9372 Sun Sports + Naples 207-693-3867 The Cool Moose Bridgton 207-647-3957 p. 38 Warren’s Florist Bridgton 800-834-8407 Watkins Flowers Casco 207-655-LILY p. 39, 40 Windham Jewelers Windham 207-892-6700 p. 37 Winterford Galleries Bridgton 207-647-5567 The Outdoors Bridgton Highlands Country Club Bridgton 207-647-3491 p. 30 Causeway Marina Naples 207-693-6832 p. 30 Easy Riders Snowmobile Club Bridgton 207-647-4567 Five Fields Farm X-Country Skiing Bridgton 207-647-2425 Fryeburg Fair Association Fryeburg 207-935-3268 Fryeburg Snowmobile Rentals Fryeburg 800-458-1838 p. 30 Gateway Marina, Inc. Harrison 207-583-2628 Harrison Farmers Market Harrison 207-583-4668 High View Farm Harrison 207-595-1601 Hiking in the Lakes Region Bridgton 207-647-5348 Kettle Cove Marina So. Casco 207-655-4775 p. 30 Lakes Environmental Association Bridgton 207-647-8580 p. 30 Lakeside Garden Club Bridgton 207-647-3937 p. 30 Ledge Hill Farm-Alpacas Sweden 207-647-8038 Loon Echo Land Trust Bridgton 207-647-4352 Naples Golf and Country Club Naples 207-693-6424 Rocky Ridge Guide Service Lovell 207-925-6262 p. 30 Sebago Sailing Bridgton 207-647-4400 p. 30 Shawnee Peak Ski Area Bridgton 207-647-8444 p. 2, 30 Steamboat Landing Miniature Golf Naples 207-693-6782 Unc’l Lunkers Bridgton 207-647-8100 All reasonable care has been taken to insure the accuracy of the information provided in this publication. We apologize for any inadvertent errors or omissions. 47 2009 Area Guide 48Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce