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Once Upon a Time (In Scarborough)

Posted on November 20, 2018 by scarbo7_wp

From the Bruce Thurlow Collection Scrapbook clippings from newspapers regarding “Once Upon a Time” [in Scarborough]. The articles include newspaper images and short write-up regarding various Scarborough objects, businesses, and places. Download from the Maine State Library.

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October 4th Meeting – “It’s for the Birds”

Posted on September 23, 2017 by scarbo7_wp

The Wednesday, October 4th meeting is another not-to-miss event. Dr. Marshall Goodwin will present “It’s for the Birds,” a talk about his bird carvings. To highlight his presentation, Dr. Goodwin will have some of his work on display. He developed … Continue reading →

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Coming in April

Posted on March 23, 2017 by scarbo7_wp

Flax Traditions: From Seed to Linen Cloth Wednesday, April 5th, Jayne Flanagan will present Flax Traditions: from Seed to Linen Cloth. Being more of a “plant” person than an “animal/wool” person, Scarborough resident Jayne Flanagan has worked with flax and … Continue reading →

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Prout’s Neck: From Farm to Resort

Posted on November 24, 2016 by scarbo7_wp

Preface By John J. Cromie Ballston Spa, NY This work examines the gradual, early development of a summer place most noted as the home of Winslow Homer.  Yet, how does a resident of an upstate New York village become interested … Continue reading →

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Knitting Needle

Posted on November 15, 2016 by scarbo7_wp

Equipment we used Knitting Needle The knitting needle was an important tool in every lobsterman’s household. The needle was about a foot long, made of wood or metal (my father’s was brass) and used to knit heads, or nets for lobster … Continue reading →

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