12/11: As Stonington Turns
This is last Thursday night at the Deer Isle Artist's Association, where the "Surrounded By Art" fundraiser dinner took place. There was an art show, an auction and a dinner. I was one of the people pouring wine and bringing out food. I was glad to do this. I want DIAA to do well. There are lots and lots of artists around here, and DIAA gives them a chance to show their work, regardless of its commercial possibilities.
Volunteer opportunities abound. Saturday we decorated Stonington with wreaths, an annual event organized by the Chamber of Commerce. Harbor Farms donated the wreaths and we went around town, hanging them anywhere we could. Most years this seems to take an hour or two, but this year we had a small, festive group that couldn't say no to the invitations to come in for egg nog along the way.
We finished before the sun went down (about four o'clock these days) and shared another local winter tradition- discovering new drinks.
What weekend would be complete without a trip in the kayaks? Okay, it's been awhile, but we got out on Sunday afternoon. Much of the snow had melted on the islands, but it was gorgeous.
Across the street, the Maritime Cafe has opened with a simple winter menu. Right now, their hours are 6 a.m. till three. They serve fresh-baked breads and sweets, plus specials every day, which so far has included soups and quiches. You can get a cup of coffee for a buck or a cappucino or espresso if you're in the mood. The food is excellent. They'll be taking Tuesdays and Wednesdays off, but if you're nearby, I strongly suggest you get down here and give it a try.
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Nice to see the kayak photos!