Bookclubs | a dynamic startup in Camden
Bookclubs is transforming the way book clubs connect and thrive. This innovative platform is a group organizing tool that makes it simple to create, manage, or join a book club. With over a million members worldwide, Bookclubs helps readers come together through polling, scheduling, messaging, book tracking, and more—all in one convenient app.
Quicktake: Woodstock, Vermont
Step into downtown Woodstock and you'll find yourself transported to a quintessential New England village. I know that term is thrown out with abandon, but seriously, this is the town it was crafted for. The streets are lined with charming 19th-century architecture, creating a picturesque backdrop for your Vermont travel adventure.
Owl & Turtle Bookshop in Cozy Camden
A mainstay on or near Main Street since 1970, the Owl & Turtle originally opened as a bookshop motel. The motel is long gone, and the shop is now back on Bay View Street, where it all began. The addition of a buzzing café makes it the go-to spot for browsing books and for enjoying coffee with friends.
Small town manufacturing: Daughter Mfg
Right here in Camden, there's a creative buzz coming from a design studio and machine shop where imagination meets Maine's famed craftsmanship. Welcome to Daughter Manufacturing, the brainchild of Mario and Kitty Costello. This duo isn't just making things; they're reimagining the way we see design, one piece at a time. Mario, with his roots as a model maker for Apple, and Kitty, with her background in design and home decor, have turned their dreams into a reality with a business that's as much about innovation as it is about love.
Summer Bucket List #4: Stargazing near Small Towns in Maine & New Hampshire
Stargazing is an ageless activity and perfect for summer nights. One of the many benefits of living and visiting small towns is that you are often far away from the city lights. We found this interesting website that shows you the darkest skies in the US - so you can plan a star gazing outing of your own. The next New Moon is the first week of August - so plan ahead for a sky where the milky way will feel like you can touch it!
The magic of a summer playhouse
In the quaint, scenic town of Dorset you'll find a surprise that resonates with the heartbeat of the community - the Dorset Playhouse. This isn't just a theater; it's a portal to a world where every performance is a celebration of life and creativity.
The Dorset Theatre Festival - all summer long!
We are back to explore more into the magic that is the Dorset Playhouse and the magnificent Dorset Theatre Festival.
Winter does end. Eventually
Walpole experiences a four-season climate, each bringing its own palette of experiences. We warn, as we have been warned, that a northern winter can feel like it will never end.