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Ed Mercer
Oct 28, 2025
"The Heartbeat of the Lakes ā Events, Eats & Everything In Between" |
October 28, 2025 |
NEW Digital Online Lakes Region Area Guide! |
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Founding Sponsor Shout Out - Pine Island Retreat
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āļø The Lakes Region is both a Home and Vacation Paradise. |
With the Lakes Region Area Guide Newsletter, get events, hidden gems, and local buzz delivered to your in box, whether you're locally here in Maine or as far away as Florida, New York or Texas! |
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Fall fun starts here! š Grab your cornhole board and bags for just $49.99 ā while they last! Perfect for backyard battles, tailgates, and weekend laughs. šÆ |
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Halloween Story Time at Bridgton Library! |
Join us Friday, October 31st at 10:00 AM for a spooktacular Childrenās Story Time and Costume Party! š» Come dressed as your favorite book or movie character, a silly monster, or something totally original! Enjoy stories, laughter, and Halloween fun for the whole family. š Prizes for the Silliest, Spookiest, and Most Creative costumesāso bring your imagination! Costumes are encouraged (but not required). Itās the perfect way to celebrate Halloween together in a safe, fun, and festive setting. We canāt wait to see your costumes and share a magical morning at the Bridgton Public Library. |
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TRUNK OR TREAT IS ON! - Bridgton |
Weāve seen everyone asking if there will be a Trunk or Treat on Halloween this year, so we asked aroundā¦ and when no one had one planned, Bridgton Recreation decided to make it happen! Join us at the Bridgton Town Office parking lot (3 Chase Street) on Halloween from 4ā6 PM for a fun, family-friendly Trunk or Treat event. Start your Elm Street loop with us, weāll have plenty of candy and community spirit waiting for you! Weāre looking for individuals, businesses, and organizations to host a trunk ā space is free!  Register your trunk here: https://app.amilia.com/.../bridgton/shop/programs/100116. |
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Trunk or Treat -Waterford |
No tricks, just treats!
Register your trunk and light up the night for our Ghouls & Goblins
Register a trunk at the below link for the Trunk or Treat! Participants will have their name entered into a drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card!
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FAMILY FUN DAYS:FAMILY HALLOWEEN PARTY FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31 5-7PM |
Halloween Friday, October 31 from 5-7 will be a Family Halloween Party at Denmark Arts Center early evening filled with games, sweets, and other delightful treats keeping in the Halloween Spirit. THEN a lit pumpkin walk in Bicentennial Park at 6:30. Much lurks in the PARK after DARK! |
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Toddler Playgroup is Back! |
Join us on Mondays from 10:30 AM ā 12:00 PM for a relaxed morning of play, laughter, and connection. This free program is a great way for little ones to explore and make new friendsāwhile parents and caregivers enjoy time together too.
Website For Programs, Town Hall and Ice Rink Info: |
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7 Day Weather Forecast for Naples, Maine |
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Drone Photography Services |
See Your Property Like Never Before!Why let only real estate listings have all the fun? Whether you're showing off your vacation rental, need a smart way to document your property for insurance, or just want a jaw-dropping aerial photo of your lakeside homeāEd Mercerās drone photography is the way to go! šāØ One quick flight and youāll have stunning images that help book more guests, protect your investment, and give you a frame-worthy view of your favorite place on Earth. No for-sale sign neededājust a love for your property and a little sky-high perspective. |
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Spooky house captured and edited by Ed Mercer! Great job Ed! |
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Best Decoration for Halloween |
From Shakepay-Fans on Facebook
Skeleton Charcuterie Board: Load it up with delicious treats like cheeses, meats, crackers, fresh fruits, olives and nuts! Don't stop there - the skeleton centerpiece filled with berries adds the perfect creepy touch! Your guests will love it! |
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Here's Your "Maine" Bucket List! |
Fun and exciting trips and tours from the Lakes Region of Maine! |
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Health Tip of The Day |
Step Outside, Literally Nurse, Sue Cruikshank |
Harvest Party - Bridgton Alliance Church |
Join us for a fun night of candy, games, juggling, and a bounce house! This is a free event for all kids in the area. |
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š Best Kit to Carve a Pumpkin
Pumpkin Carving Kit, 36PCS Pumpkin Carving Tools, Professional Pumpkin Carving Knife Set with Stencils & Bag for Beginners, Sharp Pumpkin Carving Gift for Halloween Decoration Jack-O-Lanterns |
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Real Estate for Sale in Naples, Maine |
$449,900
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Haunted House Walk Bridgton! |
Updated Dates - Oct. 31, Nov. 3 & 4th. We dropped to the price to $5 due to being after Halloween! Please come see what we created. We have been told it's the best year yet! |
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Holiday Craft Fair November 8 & 9! |
Join the Windham Raymond Athletic Boosters for our Annual Holiday Craft Fair on November 8th and 9th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Windham High School.
Enjoy nearly 200 amazing vendors, homemade crockpot meals, concessions, and raffle opportunities.
This event is for the entire family. Bring kids to visit the craft corner and take pictures with Santa from 10a.m.-2p.m.
Vendors are welcome to share this post, however, to avoid confusion, we ask that you do not create your own event using our event information.
We look forward to seeing you there! |
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Here's a cute DIY idea!! |
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Annette's Country Skillet Diner |
Enjoy your dinner here but you can also stop in and Pay it Foward. We will start our wall to help anyone who is need of a hot meal of any sort. Open for Breakfast 7..1130 then Thanksgiving Dinner 1230..6 |
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The Jingle Bell Chocolate Tour |
This fun tour runs five weekends Sat/Sun in a row starting on November 22nd. sleighs frun from 11am-4pm. Held at The Snowflake Inn, 95 Main St. Jackson, NH, the tour includes the Sleigh Ride through Jackson Village, a Jingle Bell, a Festive Bag and home made chocolates! 978-580-0905 Jackson, NH is just over an hour ride from the Lakes Region of Maine. |
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Medicare Changes in 2026 You Should be Aware of! Medicare is making several changes for 2026 that could affect your coverage and costs. Premiums and deductibles will increase slightly across most plans, so expect to pay a bit more for doctor visits, hospital stays, and prescriptions. On the bright side, some prescription drug prices will go down as Medicare begins negotiating lower costs, and thereās a new option to spread your medication payments throughout the year instead of paying all at once. Some Medicare Advantage plans may adjust their benefits, provider networks, or coverage areas, so itās important to review your planās Annual Notice of Change this fall. Even if youāre happy with your current plan, take time during open enrollment to compare options ā a few small updates could save you money or help you keep your preferred doctors and medications covered.
This summary comes directly from official and reputable 2026 Medicare updates released by trusted sources, including:
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October 28, 2025 |