We’re updating the Weekend Picks format, scrunching it down and providing a quick peek at not-to-miss events each weekend. Away we go!

The Beatles Come To Rockland

Friday, March 27 — Strand Theatre, Rockland

Those crazy kids! This weekend is coming up on the 10th annual Trekkapalooza hosted by the Rockland youth organization Trekkers. This year’s “Battle of the Bands” competition will feature a Beatles theme with six acts. We covered one of the featured bands in this article: Fading Dawn, Keeping it real for the next generation of musicians. It’s such a kick to see kids come up through the ranks exactly the way musicians should: through hard work, used instruments and fearlessness. The event starts at 7 p.m; doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 the day of the event. Reserve tickets now as Trekkapalooza has sold out in the past. Call 207-594-5095 or order at www.trekkers.org.

Hot Pink Flannel’s 6th annual 'Stache Bash

Saturday, March 28 — Trackside Station, Rockland

Saucy party planners Hot Pink Flannel are throwing their sixth annual ‘Stache Bash honoring the art of the mustache. Whether you go with a baby smooth face or rock the Salvador Dali, it doesn’t matter. This hip party is open to all. Dance to the rockin' tunes of Just Teachers at Trackside Station at 9 p.m. This is 21+ event. Cover is $5 at the door. For costume ideas check out last year’s gallery: 'Stache Bash brings out the mustachioed March 29.

Going ‘Overboard’

Saturday, March 28 — Camden Opera House, Camden

Prepare to be electrified. Boston-based vocal band Overboard, known for energetic live shows, is performing at the Camden Opera House. Their music uses no instruments (and you’ll be astounded by the sound) ranging from classics like Amazing Grace to modern pop such as Moves Like Jagger. (See their Justin Timberlake cover video embedded in this story.) An after party for ticket holders will be held at Natalie’s where the crowd can mingle with the performers and enjoy a specialty cocktail. Tickets for the public performance Saturday night are $25 for adults; under 25 years, $10, and  can be purchased at Bay Chamber Concerts or at the door of the Camden Opera House. The concert starts at 7 p.m. Read more of the story here.

Salty storytelling of hijinks on the high seas

Sunday, March 29 — Colonial Theatre, Belfast

Inspired by the Moth Radio Hour, where people entrance an audience with real stories, the Colonial Theatre will host the first Salted Tales: Stories from the Sea told live from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Rest assured, these won’t be yachtie anecdotes. Prepare to hear from a man who was on a burning aircraft carrier and survived when 45 others perished. Another storyteller will recall how he was captured by Somali pirates and rescued by British officials. Serious stuff! Read more of the story here. Refreshments will be available at intermission. Admission is $5; Penobscot Marine Museum members are free.

Short Film Festival, all Maine made

 Sunday, March 29 — Strand Theatre, Rockland

Shorts. We’re not talking about real Maine men who walk around in 14-degree weather with canvas shorts and a sweatshirt (although that should be a story in itself) we’re talking about the 2015 Maine Short Film Festival, which is finally coming to Rockland after criss-crossing on a theatrical tour all over the state. Read more of the story here. The 90-minute event features half hour or shorter films by all Maine filmmakers. Midcoast Mainers will be treated to Deux Ex Machina, by Seth Campbell Brown, which once premiered at the Camden International Film Festival, featuring local Jack Churchill and his trials and triumphs in building a steampunk motorcycle. To find out the premise of all nine films visit www.mainefilm.org. The cost is $8 per person and the event starts at 3 p.m.

Kay Stephens can be reached at news@penbaypilot.com