The King's Port Inn would like to wish everybody a happy February! February is a month of love, so we hope you spend time with somebody special. We also wanted to present some fun and interesting facts about the month of February. We hope you enjoy.
1. The Roman month Februarius was named after the Latin term februum, which means purification, via the purification ritual Febrau held on February 15th.
2. January and February were the last two months to be added to the Roman calendar, since the Romans originally considered winter a month less period.
3. The birthstone is the Amethyst. The flower is the violet. The 2 astrological signs are Aquarius and Pisces.
4. In February 1865, it is the only month in recorded history not to have a full moon.
5. Groundhog Day, celebrated on February 2, came about because of a German superstition. They thought if a hibernating animal cast a shadow on February 2nd that winter would last for another six weeks. If there was no shadow, spring would come early.
6. In 1790, the first session of the U.S. Supreme court opened in N.Y.C.
7. In 1851, evaporated milk was invented by Gail Borden.
8. In 1893, Thomas A. Edison finished construction of the first motion picture studio, the Black Maria in West Orange, N.J.
9. In 1982, Late Night with David Letterman debuted on NBC.
10. Before 2002, Super Bowl Sunday was held the last Sunday in January, but since 2002 it is more commonly held the first Sunday of February.
We hope you enjoyed these fun facts! The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of February. We have premium King rooms for only $89 a night. We also have Jacuzzi suites for only $119 a night. Each room includes a 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.
We hope you enjoy February!
The King's Port Inn
Thursday, February 8, 2018
Thursday, January 25, 2018
Paint The Town Red!
The King's Port Inn is wishing everybody a happy Winter Season! We hope you are enjoying this season with family and friends. Starting on January 27th and running until February 28th, the town of Kennebunkport is celebrating "Paint The Town Red". It is a celebration of love and romance, where we literally paint the town red for Valentine's Day. The whole town, including Dock Square, will be decked out in red twinkly lights, there will be red plate dining specials, romantic hotel packages, and many Red Tag sales from retailers. With this event, the town makes a claim as being "New England's Most Romantic Town".
There will be many decorations in town, many off-season hotel deals, warm hospitality everywhere in town, to make this a great destination spot. There will be beach walks, ice skating, sledding and cross country skiing for this week. There is also Winterfest in Kennebunk, with many day long winter activities, such as ice skating at Waterhouse Center Ice Rink, Horse and Wagon Rides, Fire Juggling, Figure Skating Performances, Chef Tasting Contest, Entertainment and the Annual Book Sale at the Library!
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of February. We have premium King rooms starting at $89.00 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi Suites starting at $119.00 a night. Each room includes a free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. We are located in an excellent location: only 2 block from the center of town. To make a reservation, please call us at 1-800-286-5767. We would be happy to hear from you.
Have a great February!
The King's Port Inn
There will be many decorations in town, many off-season hotel deals, warm hospitality everywhere in town, to make this a great destination spot. There will be beach walks, ice skating, sledding and cross country skiing for this week. There is also Winterfest in Kennebunk, with many day long winter activities, such as ice skating at Waterhouse Center Ice Rink, Horse and Wagon Rides, Fire Juggling, Figure Skating Performances, Chef Tasting Contest, Entertainment and the Annual Book Sale at the Library!
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of February. We have premium King rooms starting at $89.00 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi Suites starting at $119.00 a night. Each room includes a free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. We are located in an excellent location: only 2 block from the center of town. To make a reservation, please call us at 1-800-286-5767. We would be happy to hear from you.
Have a great February!
The King's Port Inn
Thursday, January 11, 2018
January In History!
The King's Port Inn wants to wish everybody a happy January! Although it's winter and cold, January is still a great month to spend time indoors. Maybe watch a few movies, cook some food, or spend time with your family and friends. There is also football, hockey, and the Olympics! There are many indoor activities to be enjoyed. Here are some fun facts and history of the month of January:
1. January is named after the Roman god Janus, who was always shown as having two heads. The one head looking back to last year, the other forward to the new one. Janus protected the "Gate of Heaven", known as the "Lord of Beginnings".
2. The Roman Senate, in 153 BC, declared January 1st to be the beginning of the new year. During the Middle Ages, the Church remained opposed to celebrating New Year's Day-it has only been celebrated in the western world for about 400 years.
3. January in the Northern Hemisphere is the seasonal equivalent to July in the Southern Hemisphere and vice versa.
4. On January 1st, 1776, the first American flag, the "Grand Union" was presented. Betsy Rose later added the stars in place of the Union Jack.
5. Leap years exempted, January always begins on the same day as October.
6. The first Super Bowl was held at the L.A. Coliseum in January.
7. In 1801, Great Britain, Scotland and Ireland unite, founding the "United Kingdom"
8. In 1863, The "Emancipation Proclamation" issued by Abraham Lincoln.
9. In 1908, the first New Year's ball dropped at Times Square, NYC.
10. In 1966, Cigarette warnings started appearing on cigarette packages, and in 1971 cigarette television ads cease.
We hope you enjoyed these fun facts and history. The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of January. We have premium King rooms for only $89 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi suites for only $119 a night. Each room includes a 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 great January!
The King's Port Inn
1. January is named after the Roman god Janus, who was always shown as having two heads. The one head looking back to last year, the other forward to the new one. Janus protected the "Gate of Heaven", known as the "Lord of Beginnings".
2. The Roman Senate, in 153 BC, declared January 1st to be the beginning of the new year. During the Middle Ages, the Church remained opposed to celebrating New Year's Day-it has only been celebrated in the western world for about 400 years.
3. January in the Northern Hemisphere is the seasonal equivalent to July in the Southern Hemisphere and vice versa.
4. On January 1st, 1776, the first American flag, the "Grand Union" was presented. Betsy Rose later added the stars in place of the Union Jack.
5. Leap years exempted, January always begins on the same day as October.
6. The first Super Bowl was held at the L.A. Coliseum in January.
7. In 1801, Great Britain, Scotland and Ireland unite, founding the "United Kingdom"
8. In 1863, The "Emancipation Proclamation" issued by Abraham Lincoln.
9. In 1908, the first New Year's ball dropped at Times Square, NYC.
10. In 1966, Cigarette warnings started appearing on cigarette packages, and in 1971 cigarette television ads cease.
We hope you enjoyed these fun facts and history. The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of January. We have premium King rooms for only $89 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi suites for only $119 a night. Each room includes a 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 great January!
The King's Port Inn
Wednesday, December 27, 2017
Happy New Year!
The King's Port Inn would like to wish everybody a happy New Year! We hope you spend time with family and friends and enjoy yourselves. We hope you usher in the New Year with peace and security, with hope to the future. 2017 has been a crazy year, and we wish you the best in 2018!!
New Year's Day is probably the most celebrated public holiday, often observed with fireworks at the stroke of midnight. One major tradition on New Year's Day is to make New Year's resolutions, that is, making commitments to improve your life and the life of others. It is also a good time to call family and friends.
Everything you do on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day is freighted with significance for the future. The American custom is to spend the night with the one you love and kiss them at midnight. This ensures the relationship will flourish during the coming year.
New Year's Day is also considered a time of rebirth. Because of the Winter Solstice on December 21st, it marks the turning point of the year. The days between the Winter Solstice and the New Year were viewed as magical, luminous time period, when anything is possible. In England, the Twelve Days of Christmas were considered omen days which could be used to predict the weather in the coming year. In Scotland, no court had power during these days; and in Ireland, tradition held that if a person died during the Twelve Days, he or she went straight to Heaven.
In pre-Christian Rome under the Julian calendar, the day was dedicated to Janus, god of gateways and beginnings, for whom January is also named. As a date in the Gregorian calendar of Christendom, New Year's Day liturgically marked the Feast of the Naming and Circumcision of Jesus, which still observed as such in the Anglican Church and Lutheran Church.
The King's Port Inn has availability for New Year's night. We have premium Queen rooms(2 Queens) for only $119.00 a night. Each room includes a free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. To make a reservation, please call 1-800-286-5767.
Have a Happy New Year!
The King's Port Inn
New Year's Day is probably the most celebrated public holiday, often observed with fireworks at the stroke of midnight. One major tradition on New Year's Day is to make New Year's resolutions, that is, making commitments to improve your life and the life of others. It is also a good time to call family and friends.
Everything you do on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day is freighted with significance for the future. The American custom is to spend the night with the one you love and kiss them at midnight. This ensures the relationship will flourish during the coming year.
New Year's Day is also considered a time of rebirth. Because of the Winter Solstice on December 21st, it marks the turning point of the year. The days between the Winter Solstice and the New Year were viewed as magical, luminous time period, when anything is possible. In England, the Twelve Days of Christmas were considered omen days which could be used to predict the weather in the coming year. In Scotland, no court had power during these days; and in Ireland, tradition held that if a person died during the Twelve Days, he or she went straight to Heaven.
In pre-Christian Rome under the Julian calendar, the day was dedicated to Janus, god of gateways and beginnings, for whom January is also named. As a date in the Gregorian calendar of Christendom, New Year's Day liturgically marked the Feast of the Naming and Circumcision of Jesus, which still observed as such in the Anglican Church and Lutheran Church.
The King's Port Inn has availability for New Year's night. We have premium Queen rooms(2 Queens) for only $119.00 a night. Each room includes a free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. To make a reservation, please call 1-800-286-5767.
Have a Happy New Year!
The King's Port Inn
Thursday, December 14, 2017
December Fun Facts!
The King's Port Inn would like to wish everybody a Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday season! This is a special time of year, and we hope you enjoy it with family and friends. The month of December is known for a time of celebrating religions and traditions around the world that have been with us for thousands of years. It is a time for us to be joyous and thankful for our blessings in our lives. We wanted to present some interesting and fun facts about the month of December:
1. An almanac prediction states that if snow falls on Christmas Day, Easter will be warm, green and sunny.
2. The name December comes from the Latin decem for "ten", as it was the 10th month in the Roman Calendar.
3. The term Yuletide comes from a Norse tradition of cutting and burning a tree to bring in the Winter Solstice. This was to last through 12 days-later known as the 12 days of Christmas.
4. Saint Nickolas, who would eventually be called Santa Claus, was originally the patron saint of children, thieves and pawnbrokers!
5. December 28th is considered by some to be the unluckiest day of the year.
6. The first artificial Christmas tree was made in Germany, fashioned out of goose feathers that are dyed green!
7. Spiders and spider webs are considered good luck on Christmas.
8. Common decorations on a Christmas tree each have their specific meanings. Candles-the light of the world, the Star at the top is a reminder of the first Christmas night and Candy canes are to represent the Shepherd's cane.
9. "Jingle Bells" was composed in 1857, and not for Christmas-it was meant to be a Thanksgiving song!
10. In 1647 Oliver Cromwell, English Puritan leader, banned the festivities of Christmas for being seen as immoral on such a holy day. Anyone who was seen celebrating was arrested! The ban was lifted in 1660.
We hope you enjoyed these fun facts! The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of December. We have premium King rooms for only $89 a night. Also, we have King Jacuzzi Suites for only $109 a night. Each room includes a 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!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
The King's Port Inn
1. An almanac prediction states that if snow falls on Christmas Day, Easter will be warm, green and sunny.
2. The name December comes from the Latin decem for "ten", as it was the 10th month in the Roman Calendar.
3. The term Yuletide comes from a Norse tradition of cutting and burning a tree to bring in the Winter Solstice. This was to last through 12 days-later known as the 12 days of Christmas.
4. Saint Nickolas, who would eventually be called Santa Claus, was originally the patron saint of children, thieves and pawnbrokers!
5. December 28th is considered by some to be the unluckiest day of the year.
6. The first artificial Christmas tree was made in Germany, fashioned out of goose feathers that are dyed green!
7. Spiders and spider webs are considered good luck on Christmas.
8. Common decorations on a Christmas tree each have their specific meanings. Candles-the light of the world, the Star at the top is a reminder of the first Christmas night and Candy canes are to represent the Shepherd's cane.
9. "Jingle Bells" was composed in 1857, and not for Christmas-it was meant to be a Thanksgiving song!
10. In 1647 Oliver Cromwell, English Puritan leader, banned the festivities of Christmas for being seen as immoral on such a holy day. Anyone who was seen celebrating was arrested! The ban was lifted in 1660.
We hope you enjoyed these fun facts! The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of December. We have premium King rooms for only $89 a night. Also, we have King Jacuzzi Suites for only $109 a night. Each room includes a 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!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
The King's Port Inn
Thursday, November 30, 2017
Christmas Prelude!
The King's Port Inn would like to wish everybody a happy Christmas Prelude! This is the 36th Annual Christmas Prelude, and it's the perfect opportunity for visitors to get into the festive mood of the season. The Kennebunkport Christmas Prelude was selected the #2 Christmas town in America by HGTV!
It all began way back in 1981, when a group of Dock Square merchants gathered around the monument in Kennebunkport singing Christmas carols as a way to say thank you to their loyal customers. From this humble beginning, Christmas Prelude has evolved into a major destination event for celebrating Christmas. This year's Prelude takes place from Thursday, November 30, to Sunday, December 10. The elaborate eleven-day gala festival is presented by the Kennebunkport Business Association.
It begins with tree lighting ceremonies in Dock Square, Cape Porpoise and Lower Village. There is Christmas caroling which lifts up the Christmas spirit along with a candlelight procession to the Franciscan Monastery. Also, fireworks will be on display on the the final night over the Kennebunk River basin. Other events include: public breakfasts and suppers, arts and crafts exhibits, bonfires, trips on trolley cars, boat rides, book signings, concerts and karaoke. Plus, there's a reception and tours at the historic White Columns building and open house visits of historic inns.
The King's Port Inn has availability during the week between the two Christmas prelude weekends. Sunday through Thursday, we have premium King rooms for only $89 a night. We also have Royal King Jacuzzi Suites for only $109 a night. Each room includes a free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. We are located on the corner of Rt. 9 and Rt. 35, just minutes from downtown Kennebunkport. To make a reservation, please call us at 1-800-286-5767.
We hope you have a happy Christmas Prelude!
The King's Port Inn
It all began way back in 1981, when a group of Dock Square merchants gathered around the monument in Kennebunkport singing Christmas carols as a way to say thank you to their loyal customers. From this humble beginning, Christmas Prelude has evolved into a major destination event for celebrating Christmas. This year's Prelude takes place from Thursday, November 30, to Sunday, December 10. The elaborate eleven-day gala festival is presented by the Kennebunkport Business Association.
It begins with tree lighting ceremonies in Dock Square, Cape Porpoise and Lower Village. There is Christmas caroling which lifts up the Christmas spirit along with a candlelight procession to the Franciscan Monastery. Also, fireworks will be on display on the the final night over the Kennebunk River basin. Other events include: public breakfasts and suppers, arts and crafts exhibits, bonfires, trips on trolley cars, boat rides, book signings, concerts and karaoke. Plus, there's a reception and tours at the historic White Columns building and open house visits of historic inns.
The King's Port Inn has availability during the week between the two Christmas prelude weekends. Sunday through Thursday, we have premium King rooms for only $89 a night. We also have Royal King Jacuzzi Suites for only $109 a night. Each room includes a free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. We are located on the corner of Rt. 9 and Rt. 35, just minutes from downtown Kennebunkport. To make a reservation, please call us at 1-800-286-5767.
We hope you have a happy Christmas Prelude!
The King's Port Inn
Thursday, November 9, 2017
November Activities!
The King's Port Inn wants to wish everybody a happy November! This is one of the best months in Maine. The weather is cool and the air is crisp and the holiday seasons are approaching. Most people look forward to this time of year. Also, it is still a great time to get out and enjoy some activities. Here are some activities happening in the month of November:
The Portland Trumpet Ensemble Veteran's Day Concert. Taking place on Veteran's Day, Saturday, November, 11, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm, at the historic Christ Church on Dane Street, in Kennebunk. This ensemble features eight of the finest trumpeters in southern Maine. This concert will feature exciting new works for trumpet ensemble, including "Infinite Ascent" by Eric Morales, and plenty unique arrangements including Baroque trumpet voluntaries and standards such as "America the Beautiful", "Danny Boy," and "Bugler's Holiday". The concert is open to all, with tickets available at the door. Veterans will be admitted with no charge. Proceeds will benefit the many missions of Christ Church. The church cannot accept credit cards, so please bring cash or checks for admission. For more information, please call Christ Church at 207-985-4494.
Clay Session 1 for Kids at River Tree Arts. On Wednesday, November 15, from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm, Instructor Megan Holtham is hosting a clay session for kids. In this class, you will work with clay using hand building techniques. Pinch pots, coil techniques, slab building, sculptures and the pottery wheel will be explored. Students will learn basic glaze application and all work will be fired in RTA's kiln. Just bring your imagination and willingness to get a little dirty! It is a 7 week class and the fee is $182. For more information, please call 207-967-9120.
Light the House at Nonantum Resort. On Friday, November 24th, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, join the Nonantum Resort with the lighting of their lighthouse. Enjoy hot cocoa and Christmas Carols, then warm up inside with a special pub menu available after the lighting. A perfect low key event for some family entertainment the day after Thanksgiving. For more information, please call 207-494-1270.
Puppy Training Class by Coastal K9 on Tuesday, November 14, from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. The class lasts four weeks. Coastal K9 uses Lure and Reward techniques to shape positive behaviors. The class is intended for puppies up to 6 months old. For more information, call 207-641-9410.
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month November. We have premium King room for only $89.00 a night. We also have Jacuzzi King suites for only $109.00 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 wonderful November!
The King's Port Inn
The Portland Trumpet Ensemble Veteran's Day Concert. Taking place on Veteran's Day, Saturday, November, 11, from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm, at the historic Christ Church on Dane Street, in Kennebunk. This ensemble features eight of the finest trumpeters in southern Maine. This concert will feature exciting new works for trumpet ensemble, including "Infinite Ascent" by Eric Morales, and plenty unique arrangements including Baroque trumpet voluntaries and standards such as "America the Beautiful", "Danny Boy," and "Bugler's Holiday". The concert is open to all, with tickets available at the door. Veterans will be admitted with no charge. Proceeds will benefit the many missions of Christ Church. The church cannot accept credit cards, so please bring cash or checks for admission. For more information, please call Christ Church at 207-985-4494.
Clay Session 1 for Kids at River Tree Arts. On Wednesday, November 15, from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm, Instructor Megan Holtham is hosting a clay session for kids. In this class, you will work with clay using hand building techniques. Pinch pots, coil techniques, slab building, sculptures and the pottery wheel will be explored. Students will learn basic glaze application and all work will be fired in RTA's kiln. Just bring your imagination and willingness to get a little dirty! It is a 7 week class and the fee is $182. For more information, please call 207-967-9120.
Light the House at Nonantum Resort. On Friday, November 24th, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, join the Nonantum Resort with the lighting of their lighthouse. Enjoy hot cocoa and Christmas Carols, then warm up inside with a special pub menu available after the lighting. A perfect low key event for some family entertainment the day after Thanksgiving. For more information, please call 207-494-1270.
Puppy Training Class by Coastal K9 on Tuesday, November 14, from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. The class lasts four weeks. Coastal K9 uses Lure and Reward techniques to shape positive behaviors. The class is intended for puppies up to 6 months old. For more information, call 207-641-9410.
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month November. We have premium King room for only $89.00 a night. We also have Jacuzzi King suites for only $109.00 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 wonderful November!
The King's Port Inn
Thursday, October 26, 2017
History of Halloween!
The King's Port Inn would like to wish everybody a Happy Halloween! This is a great time of year in Maine! Dressing up in costumes, trick-or-treating, going to parties, haunted hayrides and haunted houses, is fun for everybody. We hope you have a great Halloween, and don't eat too much candy! Here is a brief history of Halloween:
The origin of Halloween began over 1900 years ago in England and Ireland. It was a Celtic celebration of the new year, called Samhain which occurred on November 1st. The Celtic druides revered this holiday because it was said that the souls of the dead supposedly could mingle with the living. Bonfires were a large aspect of this holiday.
Samhain remained popular until St. Patrick and other Christian missionaries arrived in the area. As the population began to convert to Christianity the holiday began to lose its popularity. The Church instead used these holidays with a Christian twist to bring paganism and Christianity together, making it easier for local populations to convert to the state religion.
Another tradition of the druidic belief is that during the night on November 1st, that the souls of the dead could roam the earth with joy to greet the arrival of "their season"-the long nights and early dark of the winter months. The souls had their fun with people, and the only way people could escape them is to offer them fancy foods and sweets. Or, a human could disguise himself as one of them and join in their roaming(hence dressing up for Halloween).
Today costumes take the place of disguises and candy has replaced fruits and other fancy foods. Originally trick-or-treating began as "souling" , when children would go door-to-door on Halloween, with soul cakes, singing and saying prayers for the dead. Over the course of history Halloween's visible practices have changed with the culture of the day, but the purpose of honoring the dead, veiled in fun and festivities, has remained the same.
We hope you enjoyed this short history of Halloween. The King's Port Inn has availability on Halloween. We have premium King rooms for only $89.00 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi Suites for only $109 a night. Each room includes free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. To make a reservation, please call 1-800-286-5767.
Happy Halloween!
The King's Port Inn
The origin of Halloween began over 1900 years ago in England and Ireland. It was a Celtic celebration of the new year, called Samhain which occurred on November 1st. The Celtic druides revered this holiday because it was said that the souls of the dead supposedly could mingle with the living. Bonfires were a large aspect of this holiday.
Samhain remained popular until St. Patrick and other Christian missionaries arrived in the area. As the population began to convert to Christianity the holiday began to lose its popularity. The Church instead used these holidays with a Christian twist to bring paganism and Christianity together, making it easier for local populations to convert to the state religion.
Another tradition of the druidic belief is that during the night on November 1st, that the souls of the dead could roam the earth with joy to greet the arrival of "their season"-the long nights and early dark of the winter months. The souls had their fun with people, and the only way people could escape them is to offer them fancy foods and sweets. Or, a human could disguise himself as one of them and join in their roaming(hence dressing up for Halloween).
Today costumes take the place of disguises and candy has replaced fruits and other fancy foods. Originally trick-or-treating began as "souling" , when children would go door-to-door on Halloween, with soul cakes, singing and saying prayers for the dead. Over the course of history Halloween's visible practices have changed with the culture of the day, but the purpose of honoring the dead, veiled in fun and festivities, has remained the same.
We hope you enjoyed this short history of Halloween. The King's Port Inn has availability on Halloween. We have premium King rooms for only $89.00 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi Suites for only $109 a night. Each room includes free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. To make a reservation, please call 1-800-286-5767.
Happy Halloween!
The King's Port Inn
Thursday, October 12, 2017
October Fun Facts!
The King's Port Inn wants to wish everybody a happy October! This is a great time to be in Maine, with the autumn foliage, cooler weather, pumpkins and Halloween! We hope you get out and enjoy this season. We wanted to present some fun and interesting facts about the month of October:
1. October was the name of the eighth month of the year in the Roman calendar. It means octo, which means eight. When the Romans converted to a 12-month calendar, the name October stuck, even though it's now the 10th month.
2. October's Full Moon, the "Full Hunter's Moon", is especially unique this month, because it takes on the mantle of the "Harvest Moon". This moon usually occurs in September, but occasionally happens in early October instead. This year, it fell on October 5th.
3. October's birth flowers are the cosmos and the calendula or marigold. Cosmos are a symbol of joy in life and love and of peace. The calendula represents winning, grace, grief, or chagrin.
4. October's birthstone is the opal, which symbolizes faithfulness and confidence. Gem-quality opals are known for their play of color, caused by the diffraction of light. They are available in several types, including black, fire, and white opals. Common opals do not shimmer.
5. October 9th is Columbus Day, which is always observed on the second Monday in October. It was on October 12, 1492 that Christopher Columbus landed on a small island in the Bahamas, convinced that he had reached Asia. He is considered the first European discoverer of the Americas.
6. Canada celebrates it's Thanksgiving on October 9th this year. The first Thanksgiving Day in the Canadian Confederation was observed on April 15, 1872. In 1957, a proclamation permanently set the date to the second Monday in October to celebrate "general thanksgiving to Almighty God for the blessings with which they have been favored. That is, turkey and football!
We hope you enjoyed these fun facts! The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of October. We have premium King rooms for only $109 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi suites for only $149.00 a night. Each room includes a free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. We are in a great location, only two blocks from the center of town. To make a reservation, please call us at 1-800-286-5767. We would be happy to hear from you.
The King's Port Inn
1. October was the name of the eighth month of the year in the Roman calendar. It means octo, which means eight. When the Romans converted to a 12-month calendar, the name October stuck, even though it's now the 10th month.
2. October's Full Moon, the "Full Hunter's Moon", is especially unique this month, because it takes on the mantle of the "Harvest Moon". This moon usually occurs in September, but occasionally happens in early October instead. This year, it fell on October 5th.
3. October's birth flowers are the cosmos and the calendula or marigold. Cosmos are a symbol of joy in life and love and of peace. The calendula represents winning, grace, grief, or chagrin.
4. October's birthstone is the opal, which symbolizes faithfulness and confidence. Gem-quality opals are known for their play of color, caused by the diffraction of light. They are available in several types, including black, fire, and white opals. Common opals do not shimmer.
5. October 9th is Columbus Day, which is always observed on the second Monday in October. It was on October 12, 1492 that Christopher Columbus landed on a small island in the Bahamas, convinced that he had reached Asia. He is considered the first European discoverer of the Americas.
6. Canada celebrates it's Thanksgiving on October 9th this year. The first Thanksgiving Day in the Canadian Confederation was observed on April 15, 1872. In 1957, a proclamation permanently set the date to the second Monday in October to celebrate "general thanksgiving to Almighty God for the blessings with which they have been favored. That is, turkey and football!
We hope you enjoyed these fun facts! The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of October. We have premium King rooms for only $109 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi suites for only $149.00 a night. Each room includes a free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. We are in a great location, only two blocks from the center of town. To make a reservation, please call us at 1-800-286-5767. We would be happy to hear from you.
The King's Port Inn
Thursday, September 28, 2017
Some Local Activities!
The King's Port Inn wants to wish everybody a happy October! The month of October is a wonderful time to visit Maine. The weather is good; with sunny days and cooler nights. It is a great time to get out and enjoy some activities with family and friends. Here are some local activities:
The St. Franciscan Monastery is celebrating it's 70th anniversary! A small group of Lithuanian Franciscan Friars came to Kennebunk 70 years ago and opened the Monastery. To celebrate, a special mass will be given at 11 am, on Sunday, October 1st, by H. E. Bishop Robert Deeley at the chapel followed by a luncheon at the Franciscan Guest House Auditorium. The cost is $30 per person. Please call 207-967-4865 for more information. The Monastery is located at 28 Beach Street, Kennebunk.
River Tree Arts is hosting a one-day oil painting workshop with Dan Graziano on Saturday, October 14th, from 9 am- 4 pm. The workshop will discuss techniques to quickly transfer the important elements of a reference photo to the canvas, as well as creating an artistic painting rather than simply rendering a photograph. Also, the class will discuss the basics of oil painting. Dan Graziano is an award-winning, nationally exhibited artist. The cost is $95 per person. Please call 207-967-9120 for more information. River Tree Arts is located at 35 Western Ave, Kennebunk.
The Ogunquit Playhouse is showing "From Here to Eternity" from October 4th - October 29. Tim Rice and the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival are rolling out the first North American premiere of this epic musical. Set in Hawaii in the weeks before the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, this tale follows the story of two U. S. soldiers, and their quest for love with the wrong women. This compelling story of men at war along with a fantastic new score is not to be missed. The play runs 2 hours and 45 minutes. Please call 207-646-5511 for more information. The Playhouse is located at 10 Main Street(Rt. 1), Ogunquit, Maine.
Leaf Peeper Luncheon and horse drawn hayride, on October 9th, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, at Cape Arundel Cottage Preserve. You can take a ride along the Cape Arundel Cottage Preserve property on a horse-drawn wagon ride! Provided by Rockin Horse Stables and their Belgian Horses! Everett and Ann will be here with their amazing stuffed pumpkin, corn bread, and apple crisp! Please call 207-467-7000 for more information. The Cape Arundel Cottage Preserve is located at 1976 Portland Road(Rt. 1), Arundel, Maine.
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of October. We have premium King rooms for only $139.00 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi suites for only $169.00 a night. Each rooms includes a 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 wonderful October!
The King's Port Inn
The St. Franciscan Monastery is celebrating it's 70th anniversary! A small group of Lithuanian Franciscan Friars came to Kennebunk 70 years ago and opened the Monastery. To celebrate, a special mass will be given at 11 am, on Sunday, October 1st, by H. E. Bishop Robert Deeley at the chapel followed by a luncheon at the Franciscan Guest House Auditorium. The cost is $30 per person. Please call 207-967-4865 for more information. The Monastery is located at 28 Beach Street, Kennebunk.
River Tree Arts is hosting a one-day oil painting workshop with Dan Graziano on Saturday, October 14th, from 9 am- 4 pm. The workshop will discuss techniques to quickly transfer the important elements of a reference photo to the canvas, as well as creating an artistic painting rather than simply rendering a photograph. Also, the class will discuss the basics of oil painting. Dan Graziano is an award-winning, nationally exhibited artist. The cost is $95 per person. Please call 207-967-9120 for more information. River Tree Arts is located at 35 Western Ave, Kennebunk.
The Ogunquit Playhouse is showing "From Here to Eternity" from October 4th - October 29. Tim Rice and the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival are rolling out the first North American premiere of this epic musical. Set in Hawaii in the weeks before the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, this tale follows the story of two U. S. soldiers, and their quest for love with the wrong women. This compelling story of men at war along with a fantastic new score is not to be missed. The play runs 2 hours and 45 minutes. Please call 207-646-5511 for more information. The Playhouse is located at 10 Main Street(Rt. 1), Ogunquit, Maine.
Leaf Peeper Luncheon and horse drawn hayride, on October 9th, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, at Cape Arundel Cottage Preserve. You can take a ride along the Cape Arundel Cottage Preserve property on a horse-drawn wagon ride! Provided by Rockin Horse Stables and their Belgian Horses! Everett and Ann will be here with their amazing stuffed pumpkin, corn bread, and apple crisp! Please call 207-467-7000 for more information. The Cape Arundel Cottage Preserve is located at 1976 Portland Road(Rt. 1), Arundel, Maine.
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of October. We have premium King rooms for only $139.00 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi suites for only $169.00 a night. Each rooms includes a 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 wonderful October!
The King's Port Inn
Thursday, September 14, 2017
September Fun Facts!
The King's Port Inn would like to wish everybody a happy September! The summer may be over, but September is a great month in Maine. The weather is good, the sun is shining and there many activities going on in town. We hope you get a chance to enjoy yourselves. We wanted to present some fun facts about the month of September:
1. September marks the beginning of the autumn in the Northern hemisphere. The name comes from the Latin word "septem", which means seven, since this was the seventh month of the Roman calendar. The month was named during a time when the calendar year began with March. There are 30 days in the month of September.
2. September has three birth flowers: the forget-me-not, the morning glory and the aster. Forget-me-nots represent love and memories, asters represent love as well, and the morning glory represents unrequited love. These are all very passionate flowers.
3. The birth stone for the month is the sapphire.
4. There are several holidays in the month of September, most notably Labor Day, which is observed every year on the first Monday in September. There is also Native American Day, which is celebrated on the 4th Friday of September. And Grandparent's Day, which is observed on the first Sunday following Labor Day.
5. The poem "Mary had a Little Lamb" was published on September 1st, 1830.
6. The Great Fire of London occurred on September 1st, 1666.
7. Former President Richard M. Nixon was given an unconditional pardon, for his role in the infamous "Watergate" fiasco by President Gerald Ford, on September 8, 1974.
8. The Continental Congress changed the name of the United Colonies to the United States on September 9, 1776.
9. The United States was attacked by terrorists, and almost 3,000 Americans in New York, Pennsylvania and Washington D. C. lost their lives on September, 11, 2001.
10. President William McKinley was shot while attending the Buffalo Pan-American Exposition in New York, on September 6, 1901. He passed away eight days later on September 14, 1901.
The King's Port Inn has availability throughout the month of September. We have premium king rooms for only $139.00 a night. We also have king Jacuzzi suites for only $169.00 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 great September!
The King's Port Inn
1. September marks the beginning of the autumn in the Northern hemisphere. The name comes from the Latin word "septem", which means seven, since this was the seventh month of the Roman calendar. The month was named during a time when the calendar year began with March. There are 30 days in the month of September.
2. September has three birth flowers: the forget-me-not, the morning glory and the aster. Forget-me-nots represent love and memories, asters represent love as well, and the morning glory represents unrequited love. These are all very passionate flowers.
3. The birth stone for the month is the sapphire.
4. There are several holidays in the month of September, most notably Labor Day, which is observed every year on the first Monday in September. There is also Native American Day, which is celebrated on the 4th Friday of September. And Grandparent's Day, which is observed on the first Sunday following Labor Day.
5. The poem "Mary had a Little Lamb" was published on September 1st, 1830.
6. The Great Fire of London occurred on September 1st, 1666.
7. Former President Richard M. Nixon was given an unconditional pardon, for his role in the infamous "Watergate" fiasco by President Gerald Ford, on September 8, 1974.
8. The Continental Congress changed the name of the United Colonies to the United States on September 9, 1776.
9. The United States was attacked by terrorists, and almost 3,000 Americans in New York, Pennsylvania and Washington D. C. lost their lives on September, 11, 2001.
10. President William McKinley was shot while attending the Buffalo Pan-American Exposition in New York, on September 6, 1901. He passed away eight days later on September 14, 1901.
The King's Port Inn has availability throughout the month of September. We have premium king rooms for only $139.00 a night. We also have king Jacuzzi suites for only $169.00 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 great September!
The King's Port Inn
Thursday, August 31, 2017
Happy Labor Day Weekend!
The King's Port Inn would like to wish everybody a Happy Labor Day Weekend! This is the last official weekend of the summer season and we hope you get out and enjoy it with family and friends. Labor Day honors the American Labor movement and the contributions that workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of the country. It is celebrated on the first Monday of September, and it is also a federal holiday.
Beginning in the late 19th century, as the trade union and labor movements grew, trade unionists proposed that a day be set aside to celebrate labor. "Labor Day" was promoted by the Central Labor Union and the Knights of Labor, which organized the first parade in New York City. In 1887, Oregon was the first state of the U.S. to make it an official public holiday. By the time it became an official federal holiday in 1894, thirty U.S. states officially celebrated Labor Day.
Canada's Labour Day is also celebrated on the first Monday of September. More than 80 countries celebrate International Workers' Day on May 1-the ancient European holiday of May Day-and several countries have chosen their own dates for Labour Day.
Also, in the United States, many school districts resume classes around the Labor Day holiday weekend. It is time for students to go back to school and do homework! In Virginia, school starts after Labor Day, in order to give families another weekend to visit amusement parks in the state. This law is called "Kings Dominion law" and named after one such park.
Also, in United States sports, Labor Day weekend marks the beginning of many fall sports. NCAA college football teams usually play their first games that weekend, and the NFL, the National Football League, traditionally play their kickoff game the Thursday following Labor Day. NASCAR has auto races held on Labor Day weekend. Labor Day is also the middle point between weeks one and two of the U.S. Open Tennis Championships held in Flushing Meadows, New York.
In fashion, Labor Day is considered the last day when it is acceptable to wear white, or seersucker.
The King's Port Inn has availability for Labor Day weekend. We have a Luxury King Suite with Jacuzzi tub for only $259.00 a night. We also have premium Queen rooms(2 Queens) on Friday and Sunday night for only $179.00 a night. Each room includes a free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. We are in a great location, only 2 blocks from the center of downtown Kennebunkport. To make a reservation, please call us at 1-800-286-5767. We would be happy to hear from you.
Have a great Labor Day weekend!
The King's Port Inn
Beginning in the late 19th century, as the trade union and labor movements grew, trade unionists proposed that a day be set aside to celebrate labor. "Labor Day" was promoted by the Central Labor Union and the Knights of Labor, which organized the first parade in New York City. In 1887, Oregon was the first state of the U.S. to make it an official public holiday. By the time it became an official federal holiday in 1894, thirty U.S. states officially celebrated Labor Day.
Canada's Labour Day is also celebrated on the first Monday of September. More than 80 countries celebrate International Workers' Day on May 1-the ancient European holiday of May Day-and several countries have chosen their own dates for Labour Day.
Also, in the United States, many school districts resume classes around the Labor Day holiday weekend. It is time for students to go back to school and do homework! In Virginia, school starts after Labor Day, in order to give families another weekend to visit amusement parks in the state. This law is called "Kings Dominion law" and named after one such park.
Also, in United States sports, Labor Day weekend marks the beginning of many fall sports. NCAA college football teams usually play their first games that weekend, and the NFL, the National Football League, traditionally play their kickoff game the Thursday following Labor Day. NASCAR has auto races held on Labor Day weekend. Labor Day is also the middle point between weeks one and two of the U.S. Open Tennis Championships held in Flushing Meadows, New York.
In fashion, Labor Day is considered the last day when it is acceptable to wear white, or seersucker.
The King's Port Inn has availability for Labor Day weekend. We have a Luxury King Suite with Jacuzzi tub for only $259.00 a night. We also have premium Queen rooms(2 Queens) on Friday and Sunday night for only $179.00 a night. Each room includes a free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. We are in a great location, only 2 blocks from the center of downtown Kennebunkport. To make a reservation, please call us at 1-800-286-5767. We would be happy to hear from you.
Have a great Labor Day weekend!
The King's Port Inn
Thursday, August 17, 2017
August Activities!
The King's Port Inn is hoping everybody is having a wonderful summer! We hope you are travelling, going to the beach, and spending time with friends and family. The weather is great and Maine is a wonderful place to spend the summer. The fall and winter will be here before you know it, so please enjoy the summer! Here are some local activites taking place in and around Kennebunkport:
Shipyard Brewing Company, located at Federal Jack's Pub, is hosting a brewery and tasting tour, everyday from 11 am to 5 pm, from Memorial Day up unto Labor Day. Come taste the hand crafted brew and watch the beer making process. The Shipyard Brewing Company is located at 8 Western Ave., in Kennebunk, Maine.Admission is free. For more information, please call 207-967-1510.
The Kennebunkport Conservation Trust is hosting it's first annual Summerfest! On August 20th, from 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm, located at 57 Gravelly Brook Road, in Kennebunkport. Come join family and friends gathered on the shore for the Phillip H. Memorial Lobster Bake. The bake has become a tradition to gather on the third Sunday in August and to celebrate Phil and the community he loved with lobster, love and laughter. There will be music, fireworks, and food! Admission is $5. For more information, please call 207-967-3465.
River Tree Arts is hosting a Clay Club session for kids, on Wednesday, August 23rd, from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. In this class, you will work with clay using hand building techniques. Pinch pots, coil techniques, slab building, sculptures and the pottery wheel will all be explored in this class. Students will learn basic glaze application and all work will be fired in RTA's kiln. Bring your imaginations and willingness to get a little dirty! The instructor is Megan Holtham. For more information, please call 207-967-9120.
Also, River Tree Arts is hosting craft night on Thursday, August 24th, from 6 pm - 8 pm. Hold onto those warm summer days by using seashells to make different crafts. From home decoration to jewelry, this class will show many different ways we can use seashells to add accents or a little flair to your life. The instructor is Brigid Rankowski. For more information, please call 207-967-9120.
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of August. We have premium king rooms for only $179.00 a night. We also have king Jacuzzi suites starting at $219.00 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.
Have a happy August!
King's Port Inn
Shipyard Brewing Company, located at Federal Jack's Pub, is hosting a brewery and tasting tour, everyday from 11 am to 5 pm, from Memorial Day up unto Labor Day. Come taste the hand crafted brew and watch the beer making process. The Shipyard Brewing Company is located at 8 Western Ave., in Kennebunk, Maine.Admission is free. For more information, please call 207-967-1510.
The Kennebunkport Conservation Trust is hosting it's first annual Summerfest! On August 20th, from 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm, located at 57 Gravelly Brook Road, in Kennebunkport. Come join family and friends gathered on the shore for the Phillip H. Memorial Lobster Bake. The bake has become a tradition to gather on the third Sunday in August and to celebrate Phil and the community he loved with lobster, love and laughter. There will be music, fireworks, and food! Admission is $5. For more information, please call 207-967-3465.
River Tree Arts is hosting a Clay Club session for kids, on Wednesday, August 23rd, from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. In this class, you will work with clay using hand building techniques. Pinch pots, coil techniques, slab building, sculptures and the pottery wheel will all be explored in this class. Students will learn basic glaze application and all work will be fired in RTA's kiln. Bring your imaginations and willingness to get a little dirty! The instructor is Megan Holtham. For more information, please call 207-967-9120.
Also, River Tree Arts is hosting craft night on Thursday, August 24th, from 6 pm - 8 pm. Hold onto those warm summer days by using seashells to make different crafts. From home decoration to jewelry, this class will show many different ways we can use seashells to add accents or a little flair to your life. The instructor is Brigid Rankowski. For more information, please call 207-967-9120.
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of August. We have premium king rooms for only $179.00 a night. We also have king Jacuzzi suites starting at $219.00 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.
Have a happy August!
King's Port Inn
Thursday, August 3, 2017
August Fun Facts!
The King's Port Inn wants to wish everybody a happy August! This is peak summer season, and we hope you are getting out enjoying yourselves with family and friends. The weather is great and there are many activities in and around Kennebunkport. August is a great month in Maine. For the month of August, we wanted to present some fun facts:
1. August was named in honor of Augustas Caesar. It has 31 days because Augustus wanted as many days as Julius Caesar's month of July had. Previously named Sextilis in Latin, it was the sixth month of the Roman calendar.
2. August is also related to the word "auger", a hole digging tool, because farmers dug for next season at this time every year.
3. August is shared by the astrological signs of Leo the Lion and Virgo the Virgin. The Birthstone is the Peridol, and the flower is the Glaiolus.
4. Slavery was abolished in the British Empire with the Slavery Abolition Act, in August, 1834.
5. Gertrude Ederle became the first woman to swim across the English Channel, in August 1926.
6. The United States and Canada formed the North American Aerospace Defense Command(NORAD), in August 1957.
7. MTV network debuted on cable television, actually playing music videos 24 hours a day, in August 1981.
8. U.S. President Ronald Reagan fired 11,359 striking air-traffic controllers who ignored his order for them to return to work, in August, 1981.
9. Iraq invaded Kuwait, leading to the First Gulf War, in August, 1990.
10. NASA's curiosity rover landed on the surface of Mars, in the search for water, the main ingredient for life on the planet, in August, 2012.
We hope you enjoyed these fun facts! The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of August. We have premium King rooms for only $179.00 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi suites for only $219.00 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!
The King's Port Inn
1. August was named in honor of Augustas Caesar. It has 31 days because Augustus wanted as many days as Julius Caesar's month of July had. Previously named Sextilis in Latin, it was the sixth month of the Roman calendar.
2. August is also related to the word "auger", a hole digging tool, because farmers dug for next season at this time every year.
3. August is shared by the astrological signs of Leo the Lion and Virgo the Virgin. The Birthstone is the Peridol, and the flower is the Glaiolus.
4. Slavery was abolished in the British Empire with the Slavery Abolition Act, in August, 1834.
5. Gertrude Ederle became the first woman to swim across the English Channel, in August 1926.
6. The United States and Canada formed the North American Aerospace Defense Command(NORAD), in August 1957.
7. MTV network debuted on cable television, actually playing music videos 24 hours a day, in August 1981.
8. U.S. President Ronald Reagan fired 11,359 striking air-traffic controllers who ignored his order for them to return to work, in August, 1981.
9. Iraq invaded Kuwait, leading to the First Gulf War, in August, 1990.
10. NASA's curiosity rover landed on the surface of Mars, in the search for water, the main ingredient for life on the planet, in August, 2012.
We hope you enjoyed these fun facts! The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of August. We have premium King rooms for only $179.00 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi suites for only $219.00 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!
The King's Port Inn
Friday, July 21, 2017
More July Activities!
The King's Port Inn is hoping everybody is enjoying the summer! We are having great weather with sunny days and warm nights. This is a great time to be in Maine. July is also the time for activities in the state Maine. There are many local events within driving distance of Kennebunkport. We just wanted to mention a few for our guests:
Maine Lobster Ride in Camden Maine. On Sunday, July 23rd, hosted by the Bicycle Coalition of Maine, located at the Camden Snow Bowl. This ride has your choice of four distances: 15, 32, 68, or 100 miles. Or, you can try some mountain biking on the Snow Bowl's awesome trail network. Registration includes a lobster roll lunch and a rock in' after party, featuring live music, beer from the Maine Beer Co., and much, much more. For more information, please call 207-956-6528.
Caroline Rhea, stand-up comedienne and actress, will be performing at Vinegar Hill Music Theatre on Saturday, July 22nd, from 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm. Caroline Rhea brings a fresh, smart and spontaneous approach to her stand-up routine. She has been performing comedy to sold-out audiences in top comedy clubs all over the country and in Canada. For more information, please call 207-985-5552.
Open Farm Day at Pamelamas Alpaca Farm. On Sunday, July 23rd, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, at Alpaca Farm in Arundel, Maine, come see the alpacas and shop in a farm store! The farm has a small herd of alpacas for their soft, warm, and lightweight fiber-and also because they love them! Stop by to feed carrots to the alpacas, watch spinning and weaving demos, and browse the farm store. For more information, please call 207-468-4690.
Metalsmithing Workshop. River Tree Arts is hosting a metalsmithing workshop on Saturday, July 22nd, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Instructor Alice Carroll will teach the use of metalsmithing to form, shape and create your own designs. Hammering, polishing, sawing, filing and soldering will be the main focus of class. For ages 14+. For more information, please call 207-967-9120.
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of July. We have premium king rooms for only $189.00 a night. We also have Jacuzzi Suites for only $219.00 a night. Each room includes a 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.
The King's Port Inn
Maine Lobster Ride in Camden Maine. On Sunday, July 23rd, hosted by the Bicycle Coalition of Maine, located at the Camden Snow Bowl. This ride has your choice of four distances: 15, 32, 68, or 100 miles. Or, you can try some mountain biking on the Snow Bowl's awesome trail network. Registration includes a lobster roll lunch and a rock in' after party, featuring live music, beer from the Maine Beer Co., and much, much more. For more information, please call 207-956-6528.
Caroline Rhea, stand-up comedienne and actress, will be performing at Vinegar Hill Music Theatre on Saturday, July 22nd, from 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm. Caroline Rhea brings a fresh, smart and spontaneous approach to her stand-up routine. She has been performing comedy to sold-out audiences in top comedy clubs all over the country and in Canada. For more information, please call 207-985-5552.
Open Farm Day at Pamelamas Alpaca Farm. On Sunday, July 23rd, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, at Alpaca Farm in Arundel, Maine, come see the alpacas and shop in a farm store! The farm has a small herd of alpacas for their soft, warm, and lightweight fiber-and also because they love them! Stop by to feed carrots to the alpacas, watch spinning and weaving demos, and browse the farm store. For more information, please call 207-468-4690.
Metalsmithing Workshop. River Tree Arts is hosting a metalsmithing workshop on Saturday, July 22nd, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Instructor Alice Carroll will teach the use of metalsmithing to form, shape and create your own designs. Hammering, polishing, sawing, filing and soldering will be the main focus of class. For ages 14+. For more information, please call 207-967-9120.
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of July. We have premium king rooms for only $189.00 a night. We also have Jacuzzi Suites for only $219.00 a night. Each room includes a 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.
The King's Port Inn
Friday, July 14, 2017
July Fun Facts!
The King's Port Inn is hoping everybody is enjoying the month of July! How could you not, when you are visiting or living in Maine? Maine is such a beautiful state during the summer. As everybody knows, July is the most popular month of the year. This is where families all across the nation go on vacation, and spend a lot of time outdoors. But July also has some fun facts, here are a few:
1. July was originally the month of Quintilis in the Roman Calendar. It was the fifth month of the year until January and February were added in 450 BC. It got its name from the Latin word for fifth. Later the name was changed to Julius in honor of Julius Caesar who was born on July 12th.
2. There are many countries which have their Independence Day in July. These include the U.S., Belarus, Venezuela, Argentina, Belgium, the Bahamas, and the Maldives.
3. July is the warmest month in the Northern Hemisphere on average. It is similar to January in the Southern Hemisphere.
4. Sometimes the hot, long days of July are called the "dog days of summer".
5. It is sometimes called the Hay month because the grass dries out due to a lack of rain and can be made into hay.
6. July's birthstone, the ruby, is often associated with contentment, love, passion, and integrity.
We hope you have enjoyed these fun facts! The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of July. We have premium King rooms for only $179.00 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi Suites for only $219.00 a night. Each room includes a free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. For more information, please call us at 1-800-286-5767. We would be happy to hear from you.
Have a fun July!
The King's Port Inn
1. July was originally the month of Quintilis in the Roman Calendar. It was the fifth month of the year until January and February were added in 450 BC. It got its name from the Latin word for fifth. Later the name was changed to Julius in honor of Julius Caesar who was born on July 12th.
2. There are many countries which have their Independence Day in July. These include the U.S., Belarus, Venezuela, Argentina, Belgium, the Bahamas, and the Maldives.
3. July is the warmest month in the Northern Hemisphere on average. It is similar to January in the Southern Hemisphere.
4. Sometimes the hot, long days of July are called the "dog days of summer".
5. It is sometimes called the Hay month because the grass dries out due to a lack of rain and can be made into hay.
6. July's birthstone, the ruby, is often associated with contentment, love, passion, and integrity.
We hope you have enjoyed these fun facts! The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of July. We have premium King rooms for only $179.00 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi Suites for only $219.00 a night. Each room includes a free continental breakfast, free wi fi, and free parking. For more information, please call us at 1-800-286-5767. We would be happy to hear from you.
Have a fun July!
The King's Port Inn
Thursday, July 6, 2017
Some July Activities!
The King's Port Inn would like to wish everybody a happy July! Summer is in full swing, and there are many great activities taking place in the communities in and around Kennebunkport. It's such a beautiful time to be in Maine, and we hope you get out and enjoy yourselves. Here's a quick list:
Horse Camp Opening Day at Mustang Rescue, at Bush Brook Farm on July 6th, from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Learn about horses and the care and handling on animals. These are horse that have been rescued from various situations. For ages 12-16, Tuesdays and Thursdays through the summer. Fore more information, call 207-284-7721.
Kennebunk Beach History Walking Tour, on Thursday, July 6th in Biddeford. Learn the history of the development of Kennebunk Beach as a tourist destination. The tour is about a one-mile loop, 60-90 minutes long, led by Brick Store Museum guide. $10 per person. For more information, call 207-985-4802.
Annual Book Sale and Flea Market, on Saturday, July 8th, from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Atlantic Hall, Cape Porpoise. Antiques, collectibles and craft tables will be outside on the lawn, weather permitting. Tables rent is $12.50 and to benefit the Atlantic Hall Maintenance Fund. For more information, call 207-967-3357.
Shakespeare in the Port, on Wednesday, July 12, at 8:00 pm at the Colony Hotel. Plays alternate between A Midsummer Night's Dream and The Winter's Tale. Continues every Wednesday until August 12th. For more information, call 207-967-3331.
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary, on Wednesday, July 12th, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, at Wells Reserve, Laudholm Farm Wells. Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine guide and naturalist. A fun way to relax and enjoy nature's scenery. Children aged 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult. Maximum participants is 6. Maximum weight for kayaks is 325 pounds. Participants must be able to get up from a seated position on the ground. Cost is $50 per person. For more information, please call 207-646-1555.
The 15th Annual Val Ranco Native American Powwow, on Friday, July 14th, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, at Wells Harbor Park, in Wells. There will be drumming, dancing, crafts, jewelry demonstrations and music. Admission is charged. Co-sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call 603-528-3005.
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of July. We have premium King rooms for only $169.00 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi Suites for only $199.00 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 hope you have a happy July!
The King's Port Inn
Horse Camp Opening Day at Mustang Rescue, at Bush Brook Farm on July 6th, from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Learn about horses and the care and handling on animals. These are horse that have been rescued from various situations. For ages 12-16, Tuesdays and Thursdays through the summer. Fore more information, call 207-284-7721.
Kennebunk Beach History Walking Tour, on Thursday, July 6th in Biddeford. Learn the history of the development of Kennebunk Beach as a tourist destination. The tour is about a one-mile loop, 60-90 minutes long, led by Brick Store Museum guide. $10 per person. For more information, call 207-985-4802.
Annual Book Sale and Flea Market, on Saturday, July 8th, from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Atlantic Hall, Cape Porpoise. Antiques, collectibles and craft tables will be outside on the lawn, weather permitting. Tables rent is $12.50 and to benefit the Atlantic Hall Maintenance Fund. For more information, call 207-967-3357.
Shakespeare in the Port, on Wednesday, July 12, at 8:00 pm at the Colony Hotel. Plays alternate between A Midsummer Night's Dream and The Winter's Tale. Continues every Wednesday until August 12th. For more information, call 207-967-3331.
Kayaking on the Little River Estuary, on Wednesday, July 12th, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, at Wells Reserve, Laudholm Farm Wells. Paddle the salt marsh with a registered Maine guide and naturalist. A fun way to relax and enjoy nature's scenery. Children aged 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult. Maximum participants is 6. Maximum weight for kayaks is 325 pounds. Participants must be able to get up from a seated position on the ground. Cost is $50 per person. For more information, please call 207-646-1555.
The 15th Annual Val Ranco Native American Powwow, on Friday, July 14th, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, at Wells Harbor Park, in Wells. There will be drumming, dancing, crafts, jewelry demonstrations and music. Admission is charged. Co-sponsored by the Wells Chamber of Commerce. For more information, call 603-528-3005.
The King's Port Inn has availability for the month of July. We have premium King rooms for only $169.00 a night. We also have King Jacuzzi Suites for only $199.00 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 hope you have a happy July!
The King's Port Inn
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
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
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
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
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