Thursday, June 29, 2017

Fourth of July Fireworks!

The King's Port Inn would like to wish everybody a happy 4th of July! We hope you spend time with you family and friends. The weather is great and the sun is shining. It's a great time for a barbecue or a family get together. We hope you enjoy your time off.
The town of Kennebunk and Kennebunkport has their annual 4th of July fireworks at Gooch's Beach on Tuesday night around 9:00 pm (at dusk).  There are many places to actually see the fireworks, here are some good locations:
At Kennebunk Beach. Come early, park the car(a parking pass is required-you can rent them at the King's Port), and spend some time relaxing before the show starts around dusk. Bring your own chair or blanket and a picnic dinner. The whole beach has a party feeling. Remember: leaving may be a bit slow-going, but not as bad as you think it might be.
At St. Ann's Church on Ocean Avenue in Kennebunkport. Park along Ocean Avenue or on side streets(the police will direct you) and walk to St. Ann's, where you'll have a gorgeous panoramic view of the fireworks. This location, too, has a party feel, as hundreds gather to watch.
Another great location is the Colony Hotel and Nonantum Hotel. They both have expansive lawns which offer a great view of the fireworks. There are waterfront restaurants there where you can order a cocktail. Both are located on Ocean Avenue. Or, you can try the Arundel Wharf or Salt And Honey, both great places to view the fireworks.
The King's Port Inn has availability for the 4th of July. We have deluxe Kings for as low as $199 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi Suites for as low as $209 a night. Each room includes, free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. To make a reservation, please call us at 1-800-286-5767. We would be happy to hear from you.
Have a safe and wonderful July 4th!
The King's Port Inn

Thursday, June 22, 2017

June Fun Facts!

The King's Port Inn is hoping everybody is enjoying the month of June! It is a beautiful month and we hope you are enjoying it. The summer is here and the weather feels great. This is truly the best time of the year. In honor of the month of June, we would like to share some interesting facts:
1. The month of June is named after the Roman goddess Juno, the patroness of marriage and the well-being of women.
2. June is traditionally the midpoint of the growing season, halfway between planting and harvesting. June is also a big month for fishing.
3. June's birthstone is the pearl. Pearls are associated with purity, honesty, and calmness. They are worn by brides on wedding day. The alternate birthstone for June is the alexandrite, a rare gem that turns from bluish green in daylight to purplish red in incandescent light.
4. In June 1880, the first public telephone pay station in the United States began operation. It was installed in the New Haven office of the Connecticut Telephone Company.
5. In June 1904, the Pulitzer Prize was established by journalist Joseph Pulitzer. It is an award given for excellence in the fields of journalism, letters and drama.
6. The official flower of June is the rose, symbolizing love, gratitude and appreciation.
7. Some famous people born in the month of June: Alan Turing, Anne Frank, David Rockefeller, Mike Tyson, Nicole Kidman, and Tom Jones.
We hope you enjoyed these fun facts! The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of June. We have premium King rooms for only $119 a night. We have King Jacuzzi suites for only $159.00 a night. Each room includes free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. To make a reservation, please call 1-800-286-5767. We would be happy to hear from you.
Have a great June!
The King's Port Inn

Thursday, June 15, 2017

June Activities!

The King's Port Inn is wishing everybody a happy month of June! The weather is great, the sun is shining, and the birds are chirping.  With this good weather, it's a good time to get out and enjoy some activities. There are many good local activities to be enjoyed. To name a few:
The Gallery at River Tree-a new group of artists and artisans under the name River Tree Arts-announces its first two-day fine art and craft show, to be held in Lower Village, Kennebunk, this coming weekend, June 16-17. The event is held from 4:30 pm  to 7:30 pm on Friday evening, participants can shop, meet the artists and enjoy refreshments during the Gallery reception. Also, on Saturday, from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, artisans will be showcasing a wide range of fine art and crafts. Admission is free and the proceeds will benefit River Tree Arts. A free raffle will also be held. For more information, contact Sarah Downs at 207-985-4499.
Girls Night Out-held on Wednesday night, June 21st, at Duffy's Tavern And Grille in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. Join the Southern Maine Health Care(SMHC) Auxiliary at Girls Night Out! It's the 7th annual event from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm. Come join the laughter. Bring your friends and family. At 5:30 pm is Hors d'oeuvres and dessert, silent auction, and cash bar. At 7:00 pm comedian Mary Ellen Rinaldi. Tickets are $35 per person. For more information, please contact JoJo Dryden at dryden02@roadrunner.com.
An Evening with William Martin-on Thursday night, June 29th, from 5:30 pm - 7 pm, at the Kennebunk River Club, on Ocean Ave, Kennebunkport, Maine. Come and meet best-selling author, William Martin. Mr. Martin has numerous literary accomplishments in the realm of historical novels including, The Lost Constitution, Citizen Washington, Back Bay, and The Lincoln Letter. Tickets for this event are available for sale at the Graves Memorial Library. For more information, please call the Library at 207-967-2778.
Shipyard Brewery Tours-every day from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, at Kennebunkport Brewing Company at 8 Western Ave,(Under Federal Jack's Pub), Kennebunk, Maine. Also, tasting included. Tours are free! For more information, call Kennebunkport Brewing Company at 207-967-1510.
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of June. We have premium king beds for only $119 a night. We also have king Jacuzzi suites for only $159 a night. Each room includes free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. To make a reservation, please call 1-800-286-5767.
Have a happy June!
The King's Port Inn

Thursday, June 8, 2017

The meaning of June!

The King's Port Inn is hoping everybody is enjoying th month of June! We hope you are getting out and enjoying some activities in the sun. Maybe walking, biking, going to the beach, or whatever activity suits your need. Maine is a wonderful place to be this time of year.
For the month of June, we would like to present some interesting facts:
The Latin name for June is Junius. The month is named after the Roman goddess Juno, the goddess of marriage and the wife of the supreme deity Jupiter. In ancient Rome, the period from mid-May through mid-June was considered inauspicious for marriage.
June is the sixth month of the year in the Julian and Gregorian calendars and the second month to have the length of 30 days. June contains the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, the day with the most daylight hours, and the winter solstice in the Southern Hemisphere, the day with the fewest daylight hours. At the start of June, the sun rises in the constellation of Taurus; at the end of June, the sun rises in the constellation of Gemini.
There are many religious observations in the month of June: Pentecost(June 4th), Whit Monday(June 5th), Whit Tuesday(June 6th), Feast of Christ the Priest(June 8th), Feast of the Crown of Thorns(June 9th), Trinity Sunday(June 11th), Corpus Christi(June 15th), Lajkonik(June 22nd), and Feast of the Sacred Heart(June 23rd).
June is also the month of many holiday: Father's Day, National Flip Flop Day, International Men's Health Week, Great American Backyard Camp out Day, National Rocky Road Day, National Egg Day, Loving Day, Kamehameha Day(Hawaii), Flag Day, Bunker Hill Day(Massachusetts), Juneteenth Day, National Catfish Day, and many others.
The June birth flowers are the rose and the honeysuckle. A pink rose means perfect happiness, while a red rose means "I love you.". A white rose signifies innocence and purity, while a yellow rose conveys jealousy or a decrease in love. A bouquet of roses means sincere gratitude, whereas a single rose amplifies the meaning of the color. The other June flower, the honeysuckle, is a strong symbol for the everlasting bonds of love.
We hope you enjoyed these interesting facts. The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of June. We have premium king rooms for only $119 a night. We also have king Jacuzzi suites for only $159 a night. Each room includes free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. To make a reservation, please call us at 1-800-286-5767. We hope to hear from you.
Happy June!
The King's Port Inn


Thursday, June 1, 2017

Kennebunkport Festival!

The King's Port Inn would like to wish everybody a happy June! It's hard to believe that summer is almost here and the weather is good! We hope you get out and enjoy some activities. We wanted to let you know about the 13th Annual Kennebunkport Festival, from June 5th through June 10th. It is the largest food and wine festival held in Maine. There will be world top chefs, fine wines, beautiful homes, acclaimed artists and the quintessential oceanfront charm of Kennebunkport. This is truly the start of summer!
The Kennebunkport Festival is organized and promoted by the staff of Maine Magazine. It is a pay festival, with events priced from as low as $15 for Maine Craft Music Festival(Brews and Tunes), cocktail parties at $45, to as much as $250 for exclusive Chef dinner at private mansions on the beach, and Wood Fired Maine at Vinegar Hill Music Theatre. But the seaside settings are arguably priceless and a portion of the proceeds go to a local Maine charity.
Some of the big parties at Kennebunkport Festival include the Friday night's Spirit of Maine party hosted by Azalea Events under a big tent by the Kennebunk River behind the Pilot House. This year's Spirit of Maine party has VIP ticket including an exclusive pre-party on Spirit of Massachusetts-a floating bar abroad a replica tallship schooner docked by the Pilot House.
Before and after each dinner party and throughout the Kennebunkport Festival week cocktail parties and after parties are held at local bars like One Dock,  The Colony, and Old Vines Wine Bar. The pre-dinner cocktails parties feature wine, a signature cocktails, appetizers and local music at $45 a head. On Thursday, there will be a cocktail party at Chick's marina hosted by Hinckley Yachts, where you can sip drinks on the dock amid beautiful boats made in Maine's Southwest Harbor on Mount Desert Island.
The King's Port Inn has availability during the Kennebunkport Festival. We have premium king rooms for only $109.00 a night. We also have Jacuzzi Suites with king beds starting at $149.00 a night. Each room includes free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. We are located only 2 blocks from the center of town-Dock Square. To make a reservation, please call 1-800-286-5767. We would be happy to hear from you.
Happy Festival!
The King's Port Inn