Bridgton's FREE Concert Series Music on Main! Ed Mercer's Drone Photography Services! Join us at the Fryeburg Fair! Stress-free living in the Lakes Region! ROCKTOBERFEST is here October 11th in Naples! Advertise with us today!

Uncover Hidden Treasures at The Naples Barn, Music on Main, Bridgton's FREE Concert Series, Drone Photography Services, Fryeburg Fair, Team Keegan's Annual Walk, ROCKTOBERFEST, Real Estate in Conway, NH - Be an Advertiser or Sponsor!

Ed Mercer

Sep 30, 2025

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

September 30, 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.

📦 Bring gear early, take it home late – we’ll help haul it by boat before ice-in and after ice-out so you can maximize your season from January 1 – March 31.

🏠 Amenities & Features

Sleeps 10+
Woodstove + unlimited firewood
Starlink internet
Propane fridge, stove & oven + BBQ grill
2 Generators
Direct access to snowmobile trails & fishing spots
Ample onshore parking
Total privacy & exclusivity

💲 Full-season rate: $35,000 or Best Offer!
Split it with your crew and enjoy a premium yet surprisingly affordable retreat. LARGE GROUPS WELCOME!

You’ll have your own private island, cozy house with essentials, unlimited fires, and direct access to all the winter fun Long Lake offers. Perfect for camaraderie, adventure, and memories that last a lifetime.

✅ Tours available now
✅ Refund guarantee for short or warm winters

👉 Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance—sign up now to reserve Pine Island Retreat for your crew!
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☀️ The Lakes Region is both a

Home and Vacation Paradise.

Discover Hidden Treasures at The Naples Barn: A Diverse Collection of New, Used, Vintage, and Antique Items for Every Taste.

SCHOOL BUSES!

2010,2011,2013 School buses, all in great condition.. Price is $3975 Each. Very firm on price... located in Naples Maine.....all have just over 200k on them diesel, nice tires....ALL AT THE NAPLES BARN....cumming diesel

Bridgton's FREE Concert Series

Music On Main October 11, 2025

Featuring UNSPOKEN and Lisa Gallant Seal

6=9pm - 144 Main St. Bridgton

*Bring a chair - *No coolers, pets or outside food or drink

Rain or Shine

Key findings reveal Maine lakes hold economic value worth $14 billion, urging for conservation efforts.

A recent study conducted by the University of Maine in collaboration with the Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions reveals an optimistic view of the economic value of Maine's lakes.

The study, led by researcher Adam Daigneault, updated the previous data on the value of Maine lakes to a staggering $14 billion.

Through surveys and data analysis, the research team found that even a moderate reduction in water quality could impact the annual recreation use value by millions of dollars.

This information is crucial for organizations like Maine Lakes and government departments to secure funding and support for the preservation of these valuable natural resources.

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

📍 Drone Photos for Homeowners (Not Just Sellers!)

Your home doesn’t have to be on the market to deserve a gorgeous photo. Ed Mercer offers custom drone photography for homeowners who want to capture the full beauty of their property from above. Whether you’re lakeside, mountain view, or surrounded by fall foliage, these images are stunning keepsakes you’ll cherish forever.

✔ Frame-worthy aerials
✔ Perfect for gifts, prints, or wall art
✔ Great for camps, cottages, and year-round homes

Let Ed give your home the view it deserves.

📸 Book Your Shoot Today!

Mercer Photography

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!

Events and Important Information

2025 NIGHT SHOWS

Saturday 9/27/25 Breakin’ Strings

Monday 9/29/25 Rek'-lis

Tuesday 9/30/25 Face 2 Face "A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel"

Wednesday 10/1/25 Chase Matthew

Thursday 10/2/25 The Outlaws

Friday 10/3/25 Julia Cole

Saturday 10/4/25 Paulino and The Great Escape

All shows are at 8 p.m. at the Grandstand.

Our Friday night show is always followed by a spectacular fireworks display.

7 AM–10 PM - Fryeburg Fair Hours

Senior Citizen Day

This year Tuesday, September 30th, 2025. 65 and older get in free! Here's one fave senior citizen moment from 2009 when Mildred Heath of East Conway, NH (1909-2013) at age 100 was a thrower in our annual skillet toss.

Stress? We Left That Behind in the City

There’s something about breathing in that crisp pine-scented air and hearing loons on the lake that melts your worries. Maine offers a slower pace where people genuinely talk to each other. With so many local events, you’re not just another face in the crowd—you’re part of a community. And yes, we even wave at each other on the road.

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

“Where Every Drive Comes with a View”

Health Tip of The Day

Snooze to Win
😴 “Want sharper focus and a happier mood? Sleep 7–8 hours and wake up like a superhero!”

Nurse, Sue Cruikshank

Team Keegan's Annual Walk

Sunday, September 28, 2025 the 10th Annual Walk for Team Keegan was held and attended by a wonderfully large group of supporters.

The walk was 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. Baskets with tons of donations from area businesses were raffled off to many lucky winners!

(Update coming on the amount raised this year!)

If you were not able to make the walk but would still like to donate, you can VENMO @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

“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.

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

CLICK ON THE PHOTO BELOW!

Master the Art of Sports Photography

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 Conway, NH

Wouldn't you LOVE a view like this?

$365,000

3 bed
2 bath
1.1 acre lot

551 Old Bartlett Rd. Conway, NH

Contact: Tara Peirce

tarap@badgerpeabodysmith.com

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Q/A Questions

Q: How can I replace a dull sky in my photo without it looking fake?

A: Use sky replacement tools in apps like Luminar Neo, Photoshop, or even Lightroom Mobile. These tools use AI to detect the horizon and blend a new sky realistically with lighting and reflections. To avoid a fake look, match the lighting direction and color tone of the new sky with the rest of your photo. Also, avoid overly dramatic skies unless they fit the scene naturally.

Q: What’s the best way to remove unwanted people or crowds from my travel shots?

A: If you're shooting with a tripod, take multiple photos over time and use Photoshop’s “Median Stack” feature to automatically remove moving elements. Best option we have found is so easy, Generative Fill using Photogshop can help remove distractions manually. It’s like digital patience—wait, snap, and clean up later.

Q: How do I remove distracting objects like wires or signs from a photo?

A: Use the Clone Stamp or Healing Brush tools in Photoshop or Lightroom. For quick mobile fixes, TouchRetouch is a must-have app. Zoom in, go slow, and use smaller brush sizes for cleaner result

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!

Burlap & Twig Wrapped Mason Jars

What it looks like: Mason jars wrapped in burlap or twine, decorated with small twigs, leaves, and holding flowers or mini pumpkins. (See image bottom-left)

Materials:

Mason jars (various sizes)
Burlap ribbon or burlap cloth
Twine / jute rope
Small twigs or birch branches
Dried leaves or faux leaves
Silk or dried flowers
Hot glue or craft glue

How to assemble:

Clean the jar, then wrap it with burlap or burlap cloth, securing with hot glue.
Wrap twine / jute around top or middle for accents.
Glue small twigs or branches on the burlap as decorative elements.
Insert flowers, dried foliage, or even a small candle inside the jar.
Group several jars together for a clustered arrangement.

Quote Of The Day

🎡 “Fall in Fryeburg means one thing — the Fryeburg Fair! Crisp autumn air, fiery foliage, horse pulls, live music, and the smell of fried dough drifting through the midway. It’s a place where families, friends, and neighbors gather year after year to celebrate Maine’s best season in true small-town style.” 🍂🐴🍎

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✅ Free: Fairs, concerts, fundraisers, nonprofit + Chamber events.
💰 Paid Ad: Services, sales, or business promotions.
🎯 Easy rule: Community = Free • Business = Ad
💡 Got questions? We’re happy to help—just reach out!

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September 30, 2025