Discover the Naples Barn: Diverse Finds for Every Shopper! Advertise in our Newsletter for exposure! Drone photography, Big Easy Breakfast, Pardi Gras, Rocktoberfest, Real Estate in Bridgton, and more! Stand out in your community!

Don't miss out on diverse finds, drone photography, and exciting events in Naples! Advertise in our local newsletter for great exposure. Join us for the Big Easy Breakfast and Pardi Gras, then enjoy the Fryeburg Fair and Team Keegan's Walk. Plus, learn about sports photography techniques and attend ROCKTOBERFEST in Naples. Be a part of our community - become an advertiser or sponsor today!

Ed Mercer

Sep 23, 2025

"The Heartbeat of the Lakes — Events, Eats & Everything In Between"

September 23, 2025

Founding Sponsor Shout Out - Pine Island Retreat

❄️ Private Island Winter Retreat – Long Lake, Naples, ME

For the first time ever, Pine Island—the only island on Long Lake—can be your private 1.3-acre basecamp for the entire 2026 ice fishing season!

This isn’t just a cabin rental… it’s your group’s exclusive sanctuary for ice fishing, snowmobiling, and winter adventure.

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🏠 Amenities & Features

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☀️ The Lakes Region is both a

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"The Naples Barn: A Treasure Trove of Diverse Finds for Every Shopper"

Buggy one of its Kind....

Buggy, build by a machine shop that had a lot of time on their hands.. electric start, 3 speed transmission. runs and drives. price is very firm, no trades..free delivery within 50 miles. located in Naples Maine

$2350

The Naples Barn

679 Roosevelt Trail Naples, ME

Dan Lajoie

(207) 229-4508

naplesmaine@yahoo.com

Why advertise in your local Newsletter?

Catch the Early Planners
Families, couples, and groups plan Maine getaways months in advance. A well-placed ad in fall or winter puts you right in front of the people mapping out their dream summer on the lake.

7 Day Weather Forecast for Naples, Maine

Drone Photography Services

Frame the View You Fell in Love With
Why wait until you sell to showcase your home? Drone photography lets you see your property like never before, highlighting the landscape, water views, and charm that make it special. Ed Mercer’s drone shots turn your home into art—perfect for printing, gifting, or simply showing off!

Mercer Photography

Maine Fair Schedules

IN THE MORNING...

Big Easy Breakfast

by the Town of Naples, Maine

Events & Experiences

Saturday, September 27th - 9:30 am

at the Songo River Queen Dock, Naples, Maine

🎶 Naples First! 🎶
Straight from New Orleans & NPR’s Tiny Desk — Sally Baby’s Silver Dollars live on the Causeway! 🎺✨

Paired with Sebagel + Wolfies for the ultimate morning vibes 🌞🥯.

Hosted dockside by the legendary Songo River Queen 🚢 — your hostess with the floatest!

🎵 Free, unplugged, and hotter than Bourbon Street. Don’t miss it!

Live and Work in Maine!

Small Towns, Big Heart

In Maine, “neighbor” means more than just the person next door. From farmer’s markets to holiday parades to impromptu music jams on the town green, people here show up for each other. It’s not uncommon to borrow a cup of sugar... or a kayak.

For more information, visit https://mercerphotography.com.

IN THE EVENING...

The Town of Naples presents

Pardi Gras!

At at the Freedom Cafe

September 27, 2025 6:30pm

Live and FREE!

Don't miss out on the fun!

“Fairways with a View: Golfing the

Lakes Region”

Fryeburg Fair! September 27 - October 5th!

🎶 Rides by day, live music by night—but let’s be real, the food is the main event! 🍔🍩 From giant turkey legs and fresh-cut fries to maple cotton candy and Maine’s best apple crisp, Fryeburg Fair is a foodie’s dream. Come hungry, stay for the horse pulls, parades, farm animals, and nightly entertainment. 🎡🎶 Taste tradition at Maine’s Blue Ribbon Classic!

Health Tip of The Day

Sunshine Sprinkle
☀️ “Step outside and soak up some rays—10 minutes of sunshine is nature’s happy pill!”

Nurse, Sue Cruikshank

It's that time of year again! Team Keegan's

Annual Walk

We would love for you to join us for the 10th Annual Walk for Team Keegan.

Where: 947 Roosevelt Trail – Naples (Gert’s Way) – across from the Naples Public Library

When: Sunday, September 28, 2025

Registration: 9:30 a.m. - walk will start at around 10:00 a.m.

Why: To help raise awareness of Mental Illness, to raise money for NAMI Maine (The National Alliance on Mental Illness) in memory of my son, Keegan Eldridge who passed away on January 30, 2016, as a result of a car accident.

We will be raffling off a Basket with tons of donations from area businesses and several other baskets and prizes too!

Tickets are $50 each.

If you cannot make the walk but would still like to donate, you can VENMO me @Constance-Eldridge – please reference Team Keegan – Walk for NAMI Maine or you can send a check made out to NAMI Maine and mail to:

Constance Eldridge

P.O. Box 282

Naples, ME 04055

Waddles For A Ca Waddles For A Causeuse

7th Annual Charity Golf Tournament

We will be hosting our 7th Annual Charity Golf Tournament to support Maine Families facing Childhood Cancer on Monday, September 29th at Point Sebago Golf Course!

Please DM me or email me at waddlesforacause@gmail.com for more information!

“Freeze the Action: Sports Photography Made Easy”

Great sports photos are all about energy! Zoom in tight on the player, lock onto their face or the ball, and shoot rapid-fire. Capture the sweat, the grit, and the celebration—those little details turn your shots into highlight-reel material.

https://photographytribe.com/home-1669

Here's a sample of some of the instructional videos you will have access to at Photography Tribe!

CLICK ON THE PHOTO BELOW!

Remembering The Legends!

Sunday, September 28th 3:00 pm

26 Casco Rd. Naples

The American Legion Post 155 introduces A Las Vegas Style Tribute with The CC Riders Band! Tickets are on sale and available for purchase in our Lounge or you can contact LA Music at 207-576-7894. Tickets are $25 a piece and we will be welcoming Roy Orbison, Elvis Presley, and Johnny Cash!

ROCKTOBERFEST!

Saturday, October 11, 2025 3PM - 9PM

Join us on the iconic Naples Causeway for an incredible Autumn evening featuring LIVE MUSIC, FIREWORKS, activations, interactions, activities, artisans, demonstrations, and more! *Open Restaurants*, live music, family-friendly activities, interactive festivities, and a little friendly competition! From Naples Marina to the Causeway Bridge and Beyond! Bring your wagons, grab your shopping bags, dress in your best Leiderhosen, and get ready for a peak foliage sunset and Night out with water views in the heart of Naples Village! Fireworks display at 8/830!
Last year, nearly 4,000 people attended, so it is sure to be an exciting time!
Sponsored by the Town of Naples and the Naples Events Committee. Pine Island Retreat starts off the Sponsorship board with a smash! They have generously provided the deputies, security, and public safety for the big event! Incredible!

Real Estate for Sale in Bridgton, Maine

$495,000

4 bed
2 bath
1948 square feet
.77 acre lot
Deeded boat slip

10 Hebb Drive Bridgton, Maine

Contact: Liz Marsella

lizmarcella@chalmers-realty.com

CLICK FOR MORE INFO!

Q/A Questions

Q: What is the best way to edit my photos?

✨ Start with Exposure & Contrast
Make sure the photo isn’t too dark or too bright. Add a touch of contrast to give it punch, but don’t lose details in the shadows or highlights.

🎨 Fix the Colors
Adjust the white balance—if your photo looks too blue or too yellow, slide it until the colors feel natural. Then, give it a tiny boost in vibrance for that “pop.”

🖼 Crop & Straighten
Sometimes the best edit is just cleaning up the frame. Crop out distractions and straighten horizons (especially important in landscapes and beach/lake shots).

🔍 Add Sharpness (lightly!)
A little sharpening helps details stand out, but too much makes photos look crunchy. Think “crisp,” not “crispy.”

🌅 Use Presets or Filters Wisely
Presets can speed things up, but always tweak them to fit your photo. You want your style to shine through, not look like everyone else’s Instagram feed.

👉 The best way to get good at editing is to practice on your own photos—play with sliders and compare before/after. Over time, you’ll develop your own signature look.

Founding Sponsor Featured

The Classic Autumn Escape

🍂 Fall Events & Activities on Pine Island

Naples, Maine

Bachelor Parties by the Bonfire
Celebrate with the guys, cold beers, BBQ, and a roaring firepit.
Intimate Lakeside Weddings
Say “I do” surrounded by brilliant foliage and sunset views.
Girls’ Weekend Getaway
Coffee on the porch, cider tasting, and cozy nights in.
Golf & Lake Retreat
Tee off at local courses, then grill and chill on the island.
Photography Retreat
Capture misty mornings, fiery leaves, and golden sunsets.
Thanksgiving Gathering
Cook, feast, and make memories in a rustic island cabin.
Couples’ Escape
Kayak by day, sip wine by the woodstove at night.
Fishing Derby
Cast your lines and crown the island’s fishing champ.
Harvest Party
Pumpkins, farm-to-table dinner, and friends around the fire.
Leaf-Peeping Basecamp
Explore Maine’s scenic drives, then retreat to your island.

Learn More!

"Fall Foliage Rides in the Lakes Region”

🍂 Route 1: Naples → Bridgton → Fryeburg → North Conway Loop

(4–6 hrs)

Highlights: Lakes → Mountains → White Mountains

Naples Causeway – Grab a coffee, take a morning walk along the boardwalk, and snap photos of Brandy Pond with boats framed by fall colors.
Bridgton (Highland Lake & Main St.) – Check out Bridgton Books, the old movie theater, and Highland Lake’s public beach for a mountain backdrop.
Moose Pond & Pleasant Mountain – Park near Pleasant Mountain ski area for an easy stroll with foliage mirrored in the water.
Fryeburg (Saco River Valley) – Visit the Fryeburg Academy campus (classic New England setting), walk along the Saco River, or time your trip for Fryeburg Fair week.
North Conway, NH –
- Ride the Conway Scenic Railroad through the mountains.
- Walk Main Street for shops, cafés, and Mt. Washington views.
- Side trip: Diana’s Baths Waterfall – short, easy hike with cascading falls.
- Option: Head up Cathedral Ledge for panoramic views.
Return via Brownfield & Denmark – Stop at local orchards and pumpkin stands before heading back to Naples.

Quote Of The Day

“Casco’s foliage is more than scenery — it’s an invitation to slow down, breathe deep, and enjoy the season.” 🌿

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September 23, 2025