Ed Mercer
Oct 13, 2026
"The Heartbeat of the Lakes — Events, Eats & Everything In Between" |
October 13, 2026 |
Exciting Changes Are Coming to Our Newsletter! |
A New Name, A Fresh Look — The Same Great Lakes Region Connection! We're excited to share that our weekly newsletter is getting a beautiful makeover! Soon, you'll be receiving Lakes Region Pulse — Your Weekly Newsletter! Ed and I have been working on a fresh, updated design that will make it even easier to enjoy local events, community news, interesting places to explore, and the wonderful small businesses that make our Lakes Region so special. Every post will have an active link to either Facebook, a website or our Area Guides!
While the name and appearance are changing, our commitment to celebrating and supporting our local communities remains the same. Watch your inbox for the new Lakes Region Pulse, coming soon! Thank you for being part of our Lakes Region community! Sue & Ed |
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🎉 It’s renewal time! |
It’s renewal time! Maine Real Estate Choice has renewed for the Lakes Region Area Guide! We’re so happy to announce that our businesses have already started renewing for another year: ⭐Anne Plummer - Maine Real Estate Choice - Naples 207-693-5200
A huge THANK YOU to all of our renewing businesses for continuing to support the Area Guide — and, just as importantly, for supporting and promoting our local business community. 🍂 And there’s something new to see! The Lakes Region Area Guide has been newly redesigned, making it even easier to browse by category and discover great local businesses. 👉 Check out the newly designed Guide and look for the businesses above — along with dozens of other local businesses — inside!
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They’re coming back to Naples Maine!
For the 7th year, the Maine Cabin Masters are coming together with Great Northern Docks for our annual Food Drive!
1114 Roosevelt Trail, Naples, ME
Duration: 2 hr
Public Anyone on or off Facebook
Join Chase, Ashley, Ryan, Dixie & Jedi for a special meet & greet while we come together to support our Maine communities!
Thursday, October 15
1–3 PM Great Northern Docks | Naples, Maine Please bring non-perishable food items or a cash donation, or make a donation online. Every contribution helps benefit Good Shepherd Food Bank & CrossWalk Community Outreach.
 Seven years of coming together, giving back, and having a whole lot of fun doing it. We can’t wait to see you!
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You Can be Part of This!! |
 Our Newly Designed Lakes Region Area Guide is Here!We’ve given the Lakes Region Area Guide a fresh new look — designed to make it easier and faster to navigate and discover the wonderful local businesses that serve our communities.
Instead of searching through the Guide town by town, our new design makes it easier to browse by category with a "clickable" Table of Contents — so whether you’re looking for a restaurant, contractor, realtor, shopping, lodging or local service, you can quickly find what you need.
The Guide is:
Available online 24/7, Easy to view on your phone, tablet or computer, Organized to help you find local businesses faster, Updated throughout the year, EDITABLE!, and FREE for everyone to use!
Most importantly, every time you use the Guide, you’re helping support the small, locally owned businesses that make Maine’s Lakes Region such a special place.
 Check out the newly designed Lakes Region Area Guide here:Please share it with your friends and help us spread the word about shopping, dining and doing business LOCAL!
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The Fryeburg Fair is over! Hope you all got to visit at least onece and enjoyed the delicious "fair food" that we wait all year to splurge on! |
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ROCKTOBERFEST in Naples was a huge success! |
Record crowds jammed the causeway and enjoyed the music at our local venues! Thank you to Ed Mercer of Mercer Photography for the two beautiful drone images that show what a magical community we live in! |
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LET’S GET FUNKY, BRIDGTON!
144 Main Street, Bridgton, ME
Duration: 4 hr
Public Anyone on or off Facebook!
 We’re closing out the 2026 Music on Main season with one big disco party!
Join us in downtown Bridgton for Motor Booty Affair on Saturday, October 24th for a night of your favorite 70s disco hits, funky dance moves, and a whole lot of groovin’.
BANDWiCH will kick off the night, and Patrick Vanmeter will perform the National Anthem.
Event Details:
* Free Admission
* Gates Open at 5:00 PM * Music from 6:00–9:00 PM * Rain or Shine * 144 Main Street, Bridgton |
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Safe Homes, warm Hearts, Brighter Tomorrows! |
Folks… we’ve done it… we have a winter plan for the homeless granny’s! |
🚨 In the Works: 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! |
🚀 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 |
🌟 BUSINESS OF THE WEEK — Lake Region Safe Storage🌟 |
This week we’re proud to feature Lake Region Safe Storage, Located at 293 Portland Road in Bridgton, Lake Region Safe Storage offers convenient, secure storage solutions for both personal and business needs. With a variety of unit sizes, gated keypad access, 24-hour video surveillance, and easy online rentals and payments, they make storing your belongings simple and worry-free. Their well-maintained facilities also serve Fryeburg and Lovell, providing dependable storage options throughout our Lakes Region communities. ❤️ A special THANK YOU to Lake Region Safe Storage for supporting the Lakes Region Area Guide, our small business, and all the other small local businesses in our community. That support means a lot to us! ❤️ SHOP LOCAL • HIRE LOCAL • SUPPORT LOCAL Be sure to check out their ad in the Lakes Region Area Guide: And remember — when you need specialty service, support the local businesses that support our community! Interested in becoming an advertiser and reaching more local residents and visitors? Contact Sue at lakesregionmarketing@gmail.com for information. information. |
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New Featured Home for Sale in Brownfield, Maine |
$795,000
.52 Acre lot
36 Bentwood St. Naples, MEContact: Constance Eldridge (207) 831-0890 Pine Tree Realty Naples |
Just Saw This Recently!
DID YOU KNOW? Maine is closer to Africa then to Florida. Maine is the only state with one syllable. Maine is the only state that borders only one other state. 90%of US lobster comes from Maine. Interesting huh? |
Our Family Pumpkin Carving Contest is back! To reserve a pumpkin for each child in the home, register with Allison at youthservices@harrisonvillagelibrary.org |
Music at Captain Jack's at Naples Marina
OCTOBER MUSIC |
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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. |
Mercer Photography - DRONE! When you want to show your property in it's best light and show the whole surroundings, this is where a Drone can capture all of the intricate details that make you home stunning! Contact Ed for the best drone photography! www.mercerphtography.com |
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Town of Bridgton |
Town of Naples |
Local Weather... |
7 Day Weather forecast for Naples, Maine Some showers - hopefully they don't last too long! |
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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 |
October 13, 2026 |