Kids Korner: Calling all boys and girls!

Summer picnics and ants . . .

P.S . . . I don’t like ants!

China, an idyllic town steeped in history with a popular lake

The name of the town was chosen by Japheth Washburn, who wanted to call the town Bloomville, but people from the town of Bloomfield objected.

Summer School: Maine State Museum draws the curious, from children to seniors

The Augusta-based museum will partner with bike coalition for a special event to celebrate women's right to vote — and ride bicycles — as part of exhibits this summer.

Hallowell never fails to create excitement for locals and visitors year-round

The nearly 200- acre Vaughan Woods and Historic Homestead will host an extra special annual Garden Party this year, as the property features nearly three miles of trails that were laid out by Vaughan family members more than a century ago.

In Boothbay, plan plenty of time to visit the peninsula

Pirates, windjammers, gorgeous gardens, antique cars, locomotive rides, sea creatures and more.

Historic Gardiner invites you to enjoy music, art and fun in or by the river

Live music, "field day" activities, boat rides, kayak and paddleboard demos, games and giveaways will be featured at the Greater Gardiner River Festival, a highlight of summer events.

Belgrade’s Main Street improvements on display amid summer of events

Belgrade will kick off summer with the annual July 4th parade down Main Street.

Unity’s rural traditions, landmark fair a draw for many

Topping events in Unity will be the annual annual Common Ground Country Fair, which takes place this year Sept. 20, 21 and 22 and will welcome some 60,000 visitors.

Local departments of recreation will keep you busy