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Schoodic
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Television's
"American
Idol" Judge Kara DioGuardi, a resident of the Schoodic Peninsula, will be judging local talent
during the "Schoodic Idol" in Winter
Harbor, ME |
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When: July 24, 2010 at 7:00 pm
What: Schoodic Idol
Where: Schoodic Arts
for All, Hammond Hall, 424 Main Street, Winter Harbor,
ME
This year the
Schoodic Peninsula's Schoodic Arts for All will be
hosting one of the most exciting events for 2010 in Downeast
Maine. A singing competition is scheduled for July
24, 2010 whereby American Idol Judge Kara DioGuardi has
agreed to donate her time as one of judges for this
singing competition. Funds raised for the
competition will be used to support the Schoodic Arts
for All center and the Winter Harbor Library.
This competition isn't for the TV show, it's for
Downeast Maine. American Idol
Judge Kara DioGuardi, has a home on the Schoodic
Peninsula a nd is
supporting her community in the event-- an awesome
gesture.
Anyone 13 years or older
wanting to try out must fill out the
online application no later than June 11, 2010
by 4pm. The entries are limited to the first 200
people only. There will be a closed audition on
July 8th at the Schoodic Arts For All at Hammond Hall.
Performers will have 30-60 seconds to sing with no
accompaniments. The judging will
narrow the contestants from the 30 selected and
then 10 finalists will perform on July 24, 2010.
The public will be able to attend the elimination and
final rounds and will vote by putting dollar bills in a
basket for their favorite singer. Tickets for
Admission will be $10-$20 and can be purchased from the
Schoodic Arts for All, or at the Winter Harbor 5 & 10
beginning on June 1
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A map with printable
directions is at the bottom of the page.
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Planning on
coming for the Schoodic Idol Show? Lodging is limited in the
Schoodic area. You are encouraged to make your
reservations as soon as possible for availability.
Choose
one of these accommodations (hotels, inns, cottages) which are
will put you near the
Schoodic Idol event. |
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Acadia
National Park -
Schoodic Peninsula |
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Virtual Tours Inside
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The Sunset House,
Schoodic area,
Gouldsboro Maine |
| Lodging Type: Bed and
Breakfast Inn |
Sunset House Bed and Breakfast
Inn has been a welcome sight to travelers in the
village of Gouldsboro,
 Maine. Located six miles from the fishing village of
Winter Harbor and Schoodic Idol location. Enjoy Swimming, Fishing, Canoeing and Kayaking during the day. Kayaking the local bays and
shoreline is very relaxing, while taking in the rough
beauty. A full country breakfast is also served. |
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Virtual Tours Inside
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Taunton River Inn,
Schoodic area,
Sullivan Maine |
| Lodging Type: Bed and
Breakfast Inn |
Centrally located to all the
popular attractions and all of Acadia... just minutes fro m Acadia Schoodic
Idol location at
the Sullivan village green & gazebo. Also close to Ellsworth
and about Bar Harbor. The Taunton River Bed and
Breakfast Inn is a cozy and nicely appointed B&B
retreat with fluffy beds for those in search of a
special place to stay. ALSO
AVAILABLE entirely as a weekly rental...no innkeeper. |
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The Bluff House Inn,
Schoodic area,
Gouldsboro, Maine |
| Lodging Type: Bed and
Breakfast Inn |
Minutes from Acadia National Park in
Schoodic and the Schoodic Idol location in the downtown area of Winter Harbor.
Also close to beaches, recreation and shopping.This
beautiful inn located in the
Acadia National Park Schoodic area of Downeast Maine is perfectly
perched atop a granite bluff to showcase magnificent ocean and mountain
views from it's gorgeous post and beam great room which
features 2 fireplaces. |
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The Crocker House Inn,
Schoodic area, Hancock Maine |
| Lodging Type: Bed and
Breakfast Inn |
Quiet location near the Hancock dock, about 15 minutes to
Acadia Schoodic and Schoodic Idol location.The
Editor's Choice across New England in Yankee
Magazine. This grand cottage by the sea
was built in 1884 and
carefull y restored in 1986. Its quiet, out of the way
location, fine cuisine and individually appointed guest
rooms, each with a private bath, all combine to make the
Crocker House a refreshing and memorable experience. |
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Virtual Tours Inside & More Info |
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Bay View Cottage,
Schoodic area, Milbridge Maine |
| Type: Cottage / House Rental |
| Location:
Acadia National Park
Schoodic |
| Pets:
Pet friendly upon approval |
Located in the quaint town of Milbridge near Petit Manan and Acadia National Park Schoodic
Peninsula, just a few minutes to the location of the Schoodic
Idol. Bayview cottage guests enjoy a private beach and beautif ul views of the
harbor. Pick tons of blueberries in your front yard in August
and cranberries in October. This cottage has everything you
need to relax and there are lots of things to see and do in the
area. Guests are "treated" by the hosts to an authentic
just off the boat lobster shore dinner with melted butter.
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- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Sleeps 4-5
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Virtual Tour, info &
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Edgewater Cabins |
| Lodging Type: Cabins /
Oceanfront |
Pets: Pet friendly
with approval
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| Location:
Sullivan
(Schoodic
Region) |
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A one of a kind
Frenchman Bay waterfront estate and cabins with 180 degrees of beach and
beautiful views.
This property allows guests to enjoy both sunrises and the sunsets
and long strolls along the shoreline from it's beach. Choose from
7 cabins,
each one different and complimentary of the era of
waterfront cabin vacationing. |
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Also, be sure to visit these
shops for great gifts and fun stuff when you are in the area --
bring home a little something special |
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Virtual tour & information |
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Shirley's Yarns, Crafts and Gifts |
| Rt 1. Hancock, Maine |
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You'll have the largest selection of
quality yarn in Downeast Maine plus a
large selection of craft and cake and candy
making supplies. Shop this fun
store's other
departments filled with thousands of gifts for home and garden,
jewelry, handbags, soaps, candles, collectibles,
glassware, vases, ornaments, fudge, chimes, rugs,
games, toys, cook books, table clothes, aprons,
cards, candy, and so much more. You're sure to
find something perfect for yourself or for a gift. |
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Virtual tour & information |
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The Grasshopper Shop |
| Main Street, Ellsworth |
| This shop is like a
"boutique department
store" where you'll find a wide variety of quality merchandise. The
Grasshopper Shop in Ellsworth has gifts, clothes, shoes, bodycare, jewelry,
handbags, pocket books, housewares, cookware, home decor, cards,
books, games, toys, music and many really unique
items. There's something for everyone. |
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Virtual tour & information |
| Maine-ly Maine |
| Bar Harbor Road, Trenton |
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fun place to shop with
everything Maine that you can imagine. At
Maine-ly Maine on the Bar Harbor Road, you'll find
things like ornaments, buoys, old and new, gifts and novelties,
souvenirs, lobster traps, maine
tourmaline jewelry, Minnetonka moccasins, boat wine racks and beautiful
boat tables, fudge, taffy, jams, outdoor lighthouses,
garden stones, music, home decor, toys...you name it, there are
lots of great items at Maine-ly Maine for everyone in the family |
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Virtual tour & information |
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Rackliffe Pottery |
| Surry Road, Blue Hill |
| Since 1969, Rackliffe has
been making beautiful pottery by hand.
All
of the pottery is made on site with native clay, shaped on a
potters wheel by hand and colored with lead free glazes. At
the Rackliffe
Pottery Shop you'll find
mugs, blueberry
ware, bowls, plates, pitchers, vases and wonderful gifts.
You can get just
one piece or whole sets of blueberry
sugar bowls, creamers, blueberry honey pots and bean pots.
Take a virtual tour and see the store and
workshop. |
CELEBRATING 40+ YEARS! |
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Click on the marker for
directions to Hammond Hall - Schoodic Arts for All
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[1] source bangor daily
news, May 20, 2010 "American Idol" Judge to weight in on
Schoodic Talent Competition by Jaqueline Weaver.
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