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10 Great Things to Do in Aroostook East Maine

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French Twist on Maine History  French Twist on Maine History

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French Acadians settled in Madawaska in 1785 after being forced to flee Canada. Most Madawaska residents are of Acadian descent, and French is still spoken here. The simple and beautiful Tanta Blanche Museum in Madawaskahonors Marguerite Blanche Thibodeau, who, during the desperate winter of 1796 worked to keep the colony from extinction by distributing food and clothes and medical care.



From Wines to Watches, All the Prices Are Fine  From Wines to Watches, All the Prices Are Fine

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If you are traveling internationally, you may buy items without having to pay either the sales tax (called value added tax) or the customs duties assessed by the United States – primarily on liquor and tobacco but also with many other products. The savings from duty-free shopping can be significant. At Duty Free Americas in Houlton at 4 Airport Road, and in Van Buren at 122 Bridge Street, shoppers can find discounted prices on premium spirits, wine, beer and tobacco as well as designer fragrances, cosmetics, fashion watches, crystal, jewelry, leather goods, gifts for children, and more. Currency exchange is available. Phone: Houlton store at 207-532 – 6540.



Hooked Rugs, Folk Art, and More  Hooked Rugs, Folk Art, and More

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For many antique hunters, the exploration begins after entering the shop. A visit to Les Dumond Antiques in Madawaska, near the Canadian border, is an exploration into the northern woods simply to arrive there. Be sure to phone ahead – the shop is open odd hours. When you do, you will be rewarded by county furniture, small primitives, folk art, hooked rugs, game boards, advertising, porch, garden and camp furniture. An exploration within an expedition. Phone: 207-728-7004.



Saturn Is Our Favorite  Saturn Is Our Favorite

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Ok, it’s not big compared to the solar system, but it is big for a model of the solar system. The three-dimensional Maine Solar System Model stretches for 40 miles along U.S. Route 1 from Houlton to the University of Maine at Presque Isle. The model includes the Sun and nine planets, and all but Pluto are visible from Route 1. Keep kids busy in the car the old-fashioned way: Make them compete to find and name our space neighbors.



Wilderness and More Wilderness  Wilderness and More Wilderness

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Aroostook State Park in Presque Isle, which includes Quaggy Jo Mountain and Echo Lake, is the ideal starting point for discovering the North Maine Woods and the Allagash Wilderness Waterway. Echo Lake is stocked with brook trout and public boat access is available. Canoe and paddleboat rentals are available. Campsites and a guarded beach are opening the warm weather. Cross-country ski trails and snowmobile trails are plentiful in winter. Phone: 207-768-8341



Wildflowers Below; Eagles Above  Wildflowers Below; Eagles Above

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The northernmost of Maine's scenic byways, State Route 11 follows the rolling hills between Portage and Fort Kent. Outstanding views of wildflower meadows, Eagle Lake, and Mount Katahdin. Much of the 37-mile route is forested, so glimpses of eagles and moose are likely. Route 11 connects Aroostook County and New Brunswick, Canada, and the people here are proud of the strong Acadian influence on their cultural traditions.



Craftsmen's Holiday Craft Show -- Portland
November 7, 2009 to November 8, 2009
Tray Chic! -- Bangor
November 7, 2009
Bangor Arts & Crafts Show -- Bangor
November 7, 2009 to November 8, 2009
Great Stories to Tell with the Portland Symphony Orchestra – Portland
November 8, 2009
"L’histoire Du Soldat" with the Portland Ballet – Portland
November 8, 2009
Yamato Drummers of Japan -- Portland
November 10, 2009
Augusta Arts & Crafts Show -- Augusta
November 14, 2009 to November 15, 2009
A Tribute to Louis Armstrong with the Portland Symphony Orchestra – Portland
November 14, 2009 to November 15, 2009
Artfull Gifts Gift Show – Camden-Belfast
November 20, 2009 to November 22, 2009
Arlo Guthrie & Family --Portland
November 20, 2009
Artfull Gifts Gift Show – Camden-Belfast
November 20, 2009 to November 22, 2009
Big-Time Vaudeville with Michael Trautman and Michael Menes -- Gardiner
November 21, 2009
Big-Time Vaudeville Show – Gardiner
November 21, 2009
Fine Art and Craft Show by Designing Women -- Freeport
November 21, 2009
Pianist Peter Serkin -- Portland
November 22, 2009
Holiday Tree Lighting -- Portland
November 27, 2009
Local Craft & Wares Fair – Bethel
November 27, 2009
Lighting of the Nubble -- York
November 28, 2009
Maine Indian Basketmakers Sale and Demonstration -- Orono
December 5, 2009
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