Weekend Picks: Your go-to guide for everything hip and happening in the Midcoast

Thu, 01/22/2015 - 10:00am

    This weekend is the wind-down before we gear up for the madness of Winterfest and the U.S. National Toboggan National Championships, so enjoy the jazz and acoustic sets happening all around the Midcoast. Oh, and one more weekend left for the Glacier Ice Bar for those who didn’t make it last weekend!

    Thursday, Jan. 22

    · Open Mic at Highlands Coffee House from 6 to 9 p.m. Get there at 5:30 p.m. to sign up to play.

    · FOG Bar and Cafe is continuing their Drink & Draw Thursday night from 7-11 p.m. Guest artists come with new themes and materials provided. Happy Hour goes on all night. No cover.

     · The Speakeasy hosts Wayne DeLano Jazz Quartet. Show begins at 6 p.m.

    · Karaoke at Cuzzy’s, starts at 9 p.m.

    · Each Thursday, Cappy’s Chowder House is doing game night with Cards Against Humanity  from 6 -9 p.m. Meet people who share your sense of humor and enjoy drink and food specials. FMI: Facebook

    Friday, Jan. 23

    · This is the last weekend Glacier Ice Bar will be at the Samoset Resort (down on the deck of Enoteca Lounge). Chef Tim Pierce knocked it out of the park this year — a must see! Opens at 5 p.m. Wear something warm!

    · Rock City Café will be hosting By the Bay Jazz Trio from 7-9 p.m.

    · Talented Maine musicians in their their debut concert at the Camden Opera House will feature Kristi Williamson, accompanied by Amy Green and Vicky Andres will be performing with Max McFarland. Tickets are $10, age 12 and under FREE! FMI: Concert info.

    · Rock Harbor Brewing Co. is hosting Mark Miller, a solo performer from 8:30 -11:30 p.m.  No cover.

    · The Ale House String Band is playing at The Narrows Tavern at 8 p.m.

    · Bowen’s Tavern in Belfast has a DJ playing from 7 p.m. - 12 a.m.

    · Open Mic at the Time Out Pub downstairs.

    · Karaoke at The Myrtle Street Tavern, starts at 9 p.m., 21+.

    · Celtic Band Jam at Bell the Cat, Belfast goes from 6:30-9 p.m.

    · Voxx Rocks! The midcoast a cappella vocal ensemble VoXX is doing its annual "Music for the NewYear" Concerts, covers a broad spectrum of time and style, from medieval chant and early polyphony, through Renaissance chorale and contemporary harmony. First Church, 8 Court St., Belfast, 7:00 p.m. Admission is $10, tickets available at the door.

    · Belfast couple Chuck and Teresa Piper are offering a free dance lesson on the large wooden floor of the East Belfast Elementary School. Bernadette Dempsey will teach Salsa from 6:30- 7:30 p.m., with the regular open dance running 7:30- 9:30 p.m. Bring a change of shoes so as to avoid damaging the wood floors. Admission is free.

    Saturday, Jan. 24

    · This is the second night of The Glacier Ice Bar. Tonight is your last chance before they dismantle. Starts at 5 p.m.

    · Prog rock guitarist Tom Albury will be playing at Rock City Café from 7-9 p.m.

    · Mes Amis brings their upbeat acoustic groove to The Speakeasy featuring the trio of Steve Lynnworth on lead guitar and vocals, Harry Richter on rhythm guitar and Wells Gordon on upright bass. Show is from 8-11 p.m.

    · Trackside Station in Rockland is having a pie-themed night with pie-flavored drinks (yum!) from 5-7 p.m. for entertainment with Mike & Max Miller & guests and a silent auction as a kickoff to Pies on Parade with proceeds donated to AIO Food Pantry.

    · Voxx Rocks! The midcoast a cappella vocal ensemble VoXX is doing its annual "Music for the NewYear" Concerts, covers a broad spectrum of time and style, from medieval chant and early polyphony, through Renaissance chorale and contemporary harmony. Union Hall, 24 Central St, Rockport, 2:00 p.m. Admission is $10, tickets available at the door.

    Sunday, Jan. 25

    · Rock Harbor Brewing Co. will be hosting a cribbage tournament every Sunday beginning at 8 p.m.

    · Get some fresh salsa right here. Swing & Sway Dancing is holding a salsa, merengue and bachata workshop for the public from 6-7:30 p.m. Located at 143 Maverick St., Rockland. Donation requested. FMI: 593-7914. Beginners welcome.

    · Musicians, bring instruments and voices and make music together at Sail, Power and Steam Museum at Sharp's Point South, 75 Mechanic St., Rockland. Free. FMI: 701-5050 or 701-7627. Coffee and cookies provided. Every Sunday, rain or shine.

    Want to know where to go for happy hour every day of the week? Check out our updated Guide To Midcoast Happy Hours.


     If you have an arts and entertainment event that fits within the adult scope of fun and cool things to do for Weekend Picks, contact Kay Stephens at news@penbaypilot.com or like The Killer Convo on Facebook and put her on your events list.