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54 Bangor Metro september 2010
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the maine salmon Festival celebrates the fishing industry of years
past as well as the Atlantic salmon aquaculture industry of today. This
fun-filled weekend for the family kicks off with live music at the Rose Garden
on Friday night and continues Saturday with Paint Eastport Day and a fine arts,
crafts, and antiques fair--along with a seafood chowder sale, a Maine wine
tent, a presentation on the salmon aquaculture industry, a contra dance, and a
Salmon Festival Dance. The weekend comes to a close on Sunday with a 5K run/
walk, a barbecue, a boat race, a dessert sale, a motorcycle show, and a walking
tour. Admission and parking are free, and certain events have a nominal fee.
www.eastport.net
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One of country music's biggest stars heads to Bangor for a performance
on the waterfront. tim mcGraw has won dozens of awards since his
debut release in 1993, including three Grammys, 14 Academy of Country Music
Awards, and 10 American Music Awards. His current tour, named
after his 10th solo album, Southern Voice, appeals to music lovers
nationwide. Don't miss your chance to see him in your own
backyard.
tim Mcgraw
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Maine Salmon Festival
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