Today astronomers see the invisible in search of distant worlds like our own and perhaps find planets that harbor alien life. The whole family can learn and enjoy the science behind the latest discoveries.

Civil War historians scrimmage with replica weaponry at this nineteenth-century Civil War Reenactment at the Washburn-Norlands Living History Center. Be prepared for full-scale battles, cannon artillery, the “Town of Unity” civilian camp, field music, blacksmiths, a nineteenth-century fashion show, a dress-up tent with old clothing, a post office where visitors can write a letter to a Civil War soldier, a bean supper and contra dance, and lots more creative anachronisms from the War Between the States.

Once a year the joyful island sound of the Pan Fried Steel Drum Band bring twenty-five drums, dancing, pineapples, rum drinks, limbo. and more.

The self-proclaimed “magician for nonbelievers” travels the country and performs in any venue for audiences of any age. Every one is enthralled, from the five year old to the skeptical teenager all the way up to the grandparents.

Casting, fly-fishing, and fly-tying instruction. Plus the pond will be stocked with trout — and kids are welcome to take their catches home for dinner!

Brent McCoy's work has been called fabulous, funny, and amazing by audiences everywhere. Come see who the jugglers and comedians go to see on their day off.

The only flower show in northern New England offers sixteen garden exhibits, lectures from Down East Books’ authors, a marketplace with more than a hundred vendors, a bookstore, the Children’s Discovery Garden, and delicious food.

This is a gathering of the finest fiberglass and wooden custom boat builders on the East Coast, as well as numerous manufacturers of boating equipment, sailboats, powerboats, canoes, kayaks, and rowboats.

On the fourth Sunday in March, the state goes syrup crazy with its Maine Maple Sunday sugarthon. Travel across the state to maple syrup farms to see firsthand how the sugarmakers magically turn sap into that rich golden syrup. Most sugarhouses offer free tasting and live demonstrations on how syrup is produced while others offer a variety of treats and activities: including syrup on pancakes or ice cream, sugarbush tours, sleigh or wagon rides, and live music

The Jordan Planetarium is offering three star shows to get you through the blistery cold month of February.