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The Fourth of July was a HIT! Were you part of the crowd?
The Fourth of July was a HIT! Were you part of the crowd?
Check out Ed Mercer's great editing skills!
Ed Mercer
Jul 7, 2026
"The Heartbeat of the Lakes — Events, Eats & Everything In Between" |
July 7, 2026 |
🚨 Coming Soon: The Mount Washington Valley Area Guide! We're excited to announce that we're currently building our new Mount Washington Valley Area Guide. Modeled after our successful Lakes Region Area Guide, this online flipbook will highlight local businesses, restaurants, attractions, lodging, shopping, services, and things to do throughout the Valley. Preview the new guide: View our current Lakes Region Area Guide: Interested in advertising? We'd be happy to create a complimentary sample ad for your business. Just send us a message! |
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🌊 Look closely... the lake didn't change—just the editing! Ed Mercer magically removed all that floating pollen, turning a good photo into a great one. |
🌟 Business of the Week: AM Enterprises, LLC 🌟 |
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This week we're excited to shine the spotlight on AM Enterprises LLC! If you're looking for a hardworking local company that takes pride in quality workmanship, dependable service, and treating customers right, AM Enterprises is a name you can trust. Whether it's excavation, site work, trucking, or tackling your next outdoor project, they're committed to getting the job done right. We're proud to have AM Enterprises as one of the businesses supporting our Lakes Region communities, and we encourage everyone to support the local businesses that invest in making our area an even better place to live, work, and visit. 👉 Be sure to check out their ad in the Lakes Region Area Guide! A big THANK YOU to AM Enterprises for supporting our communities and helping make the Area Guide possible! Check out their ad in our Lakes Region Area Guide - https://online.fliphtml5.com/bvpni/ruup/ Would you like your business featured in front of thousands of local residents and visitors? Contact Sue at lakesregionmarketing@gmail.com and learn how you can become part of the Lakes Region Area Guide family! |
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Fourth of July activities on the Naples Causeway! |
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Town of Naples Christmas in July Boat Parade Saturday July 18th 8pm |
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Come enjoy the Town of Naples 7th Annual Christmas in July Boat Parade! Have a boat? Register your festively decorated vessel by clicking the link below! No boat? Come to the Causeway and watch from the best viewing spot in town. Kids will receive glow sticks to wave in the boats and may even see Santa and his helpers. The Parade Route begins on Long Lake and will approach the causeway around 8:30pm.
You can register here for FREE by following this link - https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/1DsL4my/CIJ2026
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Sebago Days July 17-19 2026 |
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Sebago’s annual town celebration! Food, live music, family fun, & a local tradition!🎆 |
Waterford World's Fair July 17-19, 2026 |
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Get ready to laugh, learn, and celebrate America 250 at the Waterford World’s Fair!
Join us Friday through Sunday, July 17–19, for a fun-filled performance by Douglas Twitchell, Ventriloquist, at the Waterford World’s Fair. With clever characters, family-friendly laughs, and plenty of surprises, Douglas brings a show that kids and grown-ups can enjoy together.
This year’s America 250 theme asks the big question: “Our Country Is How Old?” Come celebrate history, community, and good old-fashioned fair fun with a performance that is sure to keep everyone smiling.
Don’t miss Douglas Twitchell at the Waterford World’s Fair — Friday 1:15, Saturday 4:30, and Sunday 1:15, July 17–19! |
Causeway Marina Music Series - NEW WEBSITE! SERIOUS MUSIC SEPTEMBER 6, 2026! |
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Check out a NEW WEBSITE by Lakes Region Marketing - for Causeway Marina!
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Don't miss out! July 19th! FREE CONCERT - CAUSEWAY MARINA! |
🚀 Need a Website That’s Ready to Go? |
I design clean, professional websites for local businesses—with engaging copy, strong visuals, and easy navigation that helps visitors quickly find what they need. Your site can be designed, connected to your domain, and live within a week (once I have your info). Simple. Stress-free. Launch-ready. ✨ Built with care If you want a website that actually represents your business—and you want it done right—let’s talk. Message or email me to get started. lakesregionmarketing@gmail.com |
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Music at Captain Jack's at Naples Marina
JULY MUSIC |
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Visit Bridgton's Little Blesssing Shed! |
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Lots of baby stuff at the blessing shed right now! |
Pay it Forward in Our Lakes Region |
One of the things that makes our community so special is how we support one another. Some local businesses are thriving, while others may be going through a slower season. Sometimes, a small gesture can make a big difference. If your business is doing well, consider “paying it forward” by sponsoring a local business in the Lakes Region Area Guide. For $300, they’ll receive a full year of visibility through the Guide, our newsletter, and local Facebook groups—helping them get seen and supported within the community. No pressure at all—just an idea rooted in community. If you’d like to help another local business, reach out to Sue anytime at lakesregionmarketing@gmail.com. Because when we support local businesses, we all grow stronger together. |
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Serving the Maine Lakes Region community with dignity-driven programs - self-choice groceries & clothes, hot & delivered meals, counseling & resource referrals. |
Naples Community 5K! |
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We're Back!!!! You do not want to miss this one.
Go to www.townofnaples.org/5k for more information or to link to the registration page.
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Dog Days of Bridgton August 15, 2026 |
Saturday, August 15, 2026 - A day for dogs and dog lovers with proceeds to benefit Harvest Hills Animal Shelter! Hosted by Tasteful Things, the fun takes place from 10am - 2pm at the Bridgton Community Center, 15 Depot St. Bridgton. Mark your calendar! |
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🎶 Become a Sponsor of the Causeway Marina Music Series! 🎶 |
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Join Causeway Marina and L/A Music Productions on Sunday, September 6, 2026, for a day of live music, great energy, and thousands of visitors enjoying the Naples Causeway. Sponsorships start at just $300 and provide valuable exposure for your business before, during, and after the event, including promotion on a huge 16' x 8' video screen, social media exposure, and visibility to attendees who will be dining, shopping, staying, and enjoying attractions throughout the Lakes Region. Not only will you gain affordable advertising, but you'll also be supporting a community event that helps drive traffic and awareness to local businesses. For sponsorship information, contact lamusicproductions@yahoo.com. We'd love to have your business be part of this exciting community celebration! 🎵☀️🌊 |
Mercer Photography - DRONE! |
Showcase your property with an impressive drone shot by Ed Mercer. This photograph shows an amazing view of Pine Island Retreat in Naples, Maine. www.mercerphtography.com
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Town of Bridgton |
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Town of Naples |
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7 Day Weather Forecast for Naples, Maine Warming up this week! |
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YOU can be our next Business Advertised! |
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New Featured Home for Sale in Bridgton, Maine |
$2,450,000
1.78 acre lot
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🌷 Spring Into Visibility with the Lakes Region Area Guide NEW Spring Edition Cover!🌷
You can feel the shift — longer days, softening ice, and another busy season on the way. But visitors aren’t waiting for summer. Families are booking vacations. Couples are lining up getaways. Camps and homeowners are scheduling services. This is the moment to make sure your business is easy to find. For just $300 for the full year, the Lakes Region Area Guide gives you: ✔ 24/7 online visibility Be part of the steady spotlight in a region that thrives on tourism and community support. View the current Guide here: |
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“Never Miss a Great Shot Again — On-the-Spot Camera Guidance in Your Pocket” |
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Local Food Pantries |
 225 South High St. Bridgton, Me 04009 P.O.Box 207
(207) 318-4467
Pennirobbins06@gmail.com
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Feeding, Clothing and Serving. free meals, food boxes, free clothing, fuel assistance, resource referrals, Veterans and service to their needs are one of our primary focuses. |
P. O. Box 64, Naples, ME, United States, Maine
(207) 298-8041
crosswalkoutreach@yahoo.com
instagram.com/crosswalkcommunityoutreach
Delivery · Contactless delivery
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Donations Here |
176 Waterford Rd, Harrison, ME, United States, Maine
(207) 647-3384
harrisonfoodbank@gmail.com
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2081 Main St. Lovell, Maine. (207) 542-7239 |
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Coming in July! |
Tickets for the 2026 Great State of Maine Air Show Presented by Bill Dodge Auto Group, featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels are available now!
For more information and to purchase tickets visit, GreatMaineAirShow.com
Air Show Dates: July 11 & 12, 2026 |
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July 7, 2026 |