Summer Theatre Performances !

The Arundel Barn Playhouse presents "Shout" ! "The Mod Musical".

Experience the sensational sounds of the 60's British Invasion ! Enjoy this blast from the past with platinum pop scores "These Boots Were Made for Walking", "Wishin' & Hopin'" and many more ! You're all invited to tap, clap and shout !

For tickets and more information call (207)985-5552 or visit them on the web at http://www.arundelbarnplayhouse.com/

The Arundel Barn Playhouse is located at 53 Old Post Road, Arundel, Maine. 04046
Just 15 minutes (approx.) driving from us here at the King's Port Inn.


Ogunquit Playhouse presents "Sunset Boulevard"

"Main Street meets Sunset Boulevard at the Ogunquit Playhouse, the first full-fledged Regional theatre in the nation to produce the grandiose and glorious, musical spectacle, complete with the extravagant Broadway costumes".
This is a classic story by playwrite Billy Wilder.

For more information and showtimes call (207)646-5511 or visit them online at http://www.ogunquitplayhouse.org/

The Ogunquit Playhouse is located at 10 Main Street, Ogunquit, Maine. 03907

Circus Smirkus comes to Kennebunkport !

On Monday August 2nd and Tuesday August 3rd, Consolidated School's PTA presents Circus Smirkus here in Kennebunkport. Circus Smirkus Big Top Tour holds 750-seats in a European style one-ring Big Top Tent ! The summer Circus Big Top Tour showcases the best young talent in the Circus Arts today, selected by audition to share the ring with professional circus artists.

Circus Smirkus will be held at 245 Arundel Road, Kennebunkport, Me. 04046 at the Rockin' Horse Stables.

Show times:

Monday: 1:00 p.m. all tickets $16.00
6:00 p.m. all tickets $18.00

Tuesday: 1:00 p.m. all tickets $16.00
6:00 p.m. all tickets $18.00

Children under 2 ( on lap ) : Free !

For more information about the Circus call 1-877-764-7587 or visit them on the web at http://www.smirkus.org/

A Fresh Look at the Artist: Abbott Graves

This summer the Kennebunk Historical Society is presenting the art exhibit: A Fresh Look at the Artist Abbott Graves. The exhibit is is runningnow through August 28th. You can enjoy the artwork of renowned artist Abbott Graves at Pasco Center. Located just down the street from us here at the King's Port Inn, at 125 North Street Kennebunkport, Maine.



Hours: Tuesday through Friday 10-4 and Saturday 10-1

Admission by donation.

Maine Women in the Arts

Maine Women in the Arts will host its annual Summer Art and Crafts show at the Mosonic Hall on Temple, here in Kennebunkport Saturday July 17th from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday July 18th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

More than 50 artist's from all around northern New England will have work on display at this years event. In addition to fine art and photography, Maine Women in the Arts will be showing a variety of crafts including wood, fiber, clay, and jewelry as well as hand-painted cards and prints.

Maine Women in the Arts is a nonprofit organization whose goal is to promote art in Maine.

Shipbuilding Odyssey

On July 25th, 2010, the Brick Store Museum is hosting the Shipbuilding Odyssey event. It is a look at Kennebunk's storied shipbuilding past. This event starts by giving you a brief look at what life was like in the Kennebunks' during the shipbuilding days of the 1800's. This adventure will take you on a trolley ride to various historic local sites associated with shipbuilding along the Kennebunk River. The afternoon concludes back at the Meseum for refreshments, viewing the collections, and you will recieve a special souvenir.

For this event, advance reservations are required by July 20th as space is limited for this signature event. For tickets, stop by or call (207) 985-4802. Tickets for this event are $30.00 per person.

The Brick Store Museum is open Tuesday through Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. There is ordinarily a suggested donation of $5.00. For more information about the Brick Store Museum and the Shipbuilding Odyssey event visit them online at http://www.brickstoremuseum.org/

Henry VIII Cavery

Perhaps the best hand-carved roast beef sandwiches in Maine. They only use Certified Angus Beef. Henry VIII also offers a large variety of turkey and pork sandwiches, wraps, and salads. And be sure to ask about their lobster specials.

We are fortunate enough to have our very own Henry VIII restaurant right here in Kennebunkport. They offer a very wide variety and tender menu, with some of the best deli sandwiches in southern Maine.

They are open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and are located just a short walk from the King's Port Inn at 3 Union Street, Kennebunkport, Maine 04046. ( right next to the Ben and Jerry's ice cream parlor ). Call (207)967-8882 to order. For more information you can visit them on the web at http://www.henryviiicarvery.com/

Henry VIII also has two other locations. The first is located at 15 Monument Square, Portland, Me. 04101, and the other at 400 Expedition Dr. Suite G, Scarborough, Me. 04070.

Come and see this true gem of a sandwich restaurant right here in downtown Kennebunkport, Maine.

Fourth of July Fireworks !

Every year at this time America gets ready to celebrate it's birthday, and Kennebunk / Kennebunkport are ready to celebrate as well.

There will be a great frieworks display on July 4th held at Kennebunk Beach. For the best view of the show it's good to arrive early because parking is limited. There are many other great places to view the fireworks such as the Arundel Warf Restaurant http://www.arundelwharf.com has a great patio and a fantastic menu, or another great place to see them is the jetti at Colony Beach. So whatever your plans, be sure to take time and enjoy the show.

Other 4th of July Fireworks in York County:

Sanford: July 3rd at 9:00 p.m.
York Harbor: July 3rd at 9:00 p.m.
York( Short Sands Beach ): July 4th at 9:30 p.m.
Old Orchard Beach: July 4th at 9:45 p.m.