I wanted to explore the Midcoast Maine region, and I wanted nature--but I didn't want to rough it…read moreor sleep on the ground. I wanted a retreat, but I didn't have a lot of time. And I wanted good food and a bit of company, without feeling overcommitted. Lo and behold, this is exactly what Tops'l Farm provides! With a gorgeous farm setting in Waldoboro, Tops'l is run by Sarah and Josh Pike, where you can do any of the following: * host a glorious event (think gorgeous weddings or reunions) * camp out in an adorable cabins--but think glamping with comfortable beds and a central kitchen/wash house with fire pits and picnic tables, and thoughtful touches like thermoses, coffee and tea, and games * stay in cushier accommodations in a farmhouse and a cider house if you want * take advantage of whatever's on at the event barn, where there are happy hours, seasonal dinners, and yoga classes * wander anywhere on the 80 acres with gorgeous paths through fields and woods and to the river, and spend time with the very friendly sheep and pigs * schedule a massage with one of their AMAZING affiliated practitioners All of the above varies depending on what's scheduled for a particular week--and I was lucky enough to take part in a September retreat called a "Petite Pause," which the owner Sarah has devised as brief 2- to 3-day retreats for women. It's almost impossible to describe how beautifully this was thought out and how restorative it was, even in such a short time--and how the dozen or so of us there bonded (some with friends; others, like myself, on my own). The retreat included morning yoga sessions and a wonderful breakfast; we then had the days to roam and explore, have massages, enjoy the outdoor wood-burning sauna and hot tub, participate in one of the featured workshops (we had jam-making and a human design class), or just . . . relax. We then all met up again for drinks and dinner--the chef features delicious local ingredients, lots from Tops'l's own garden--and enjoyed big fires outside before bedtime. None of this felt rushed or overscheduled (you can participate to the extent you prefer); somehow, the couple of days felt like much much more. I can't recommend the experience highly enough. I'm looking forward to seeing what Tops'l offers for 2024! This is a special place with owners who have worked to create something new while lovingly honoring and restoring the old, and truly showcasing the best of the simple pleasures Maine has to offer.

Wonderful! We celebrated a shared birthday at Wanderwood. It was glorious, beautiful, and a…read morepleasure. The location is an atmospheric renovated barn, situated above an open field and trees, with winding trails down to a lake. It's full of character - a storied place for sure. We had music and food to share with our guests. The day is likely to live long in our memories, and we could not be more grateful. Thank you!

From the owner: Wanderwood is a sustainable lodging and events business built around a working farm…read more We connect guests and our community to the vitally important forests, fields, lakes, streams and agricultural lands surrounding us.

Dance Maineia is a great studio for all ages! I've been going here for over 20 years now. Melanie…read moreand all the other teachers are great! There are classes for people of all ages and lots of different skill levels! There are ballet, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, conditioning, and creative movement classes. The website always has up to date information on all the offerings. Dance Maineia also puts on two shows a year to showcase the achievements of the students and the choreography of the talented teachers. Although if you are a beginner dancer, especially an adult, don't worry, performing is optional. The recital in May includes pieces from the whole year, while the summer showcase in August is a shorter program that includes only dances from dance camps and shorter summer sessions.

I am privileged to have known the owner of The Downeast School of Massage, Nancy Dail, for over 30…read moreyears. Maine is so lucky to have one of the great "legacy" school of massage, right there in a beautiful setting in Waldoboro, Maine. They built their school on their land, right on a lovely pond. It is an incredible place to learn with great, caring teachers, small classes with close, careful supervision, an extremely refined curriculum, and administered by one of greatest pioneers in our field, Nancy Dail! Check it out!

From the owner: Attending the right massage school is much more than learning lessons. We believe it should open…read morethe door to understanding holistic health and the wide variety of opportunities that studying massage and bodywork presents to you.

We bought tickets August 17th 2024. The show was canceled and we still haven't been refunded the…read more$331 my fiancé spent for 4 of us to go! If this issue is fixed I will gladly change my review as things happen and I understand but nobody can afford to lose that much money.

From the owner: Mystery 207 is a professional touring Murder/Mystery dinner theater company that collaborates with…read morerestaurants, organizations, venues and non-profits to stage fun, hilarious and completely interactive "crime scenes" all over northern New England.

DJ-Brian C is first on my list when I need a dj/karaoke! He is great with any crowd, theme, etc! I…read morehave hired him for a campground I organize activities at and he had never disappointed! He is our first go to and we book him as much as we can! I highly recommend him for any event!

DJ Brian C is extremely professional, has the acumen to provide impeccable sound, lights, and has…read morethe ability to read a crowd and pivot to the needs and demands of the audience. Brian C has personally DJ'd / worked for me for over 100 weddings successfully !

I love studied with her. I learnt so much in the reiki class and can apply in my daily life.read more

From the owner: Improve the quality of your life and the lives of others. Gendai Reiki Ho & Komyo Reiki Kai…read moreClasses, Reiki Healing Sessions, and original Guided Meditations take Center Stage in bringing your mind, body, and spirit back to your natural state of well-being. Gendai Reiki-ho and Komyo Reiki Kai are styles of Usui Reiki Ryoho as practiced in Japan in the 1920s. Roberta R, Barnes, completed the highest levels allowing her to teach directly under the Japanese founder of each style. Each of the 4 levels in Gendai Reiki-ho & Komyo Reiki Kai include enough hours in classes to cover all the Japanese exercises, techniques, meditations, and empowerments for that level. Student manuals as well as certificates are given in each level. Pre-registration, and deposit are required at least 4 days prior to the first scheduled class. Visit the Natural Healing & Learning Center website today for more information on healing mind body & spirit together, to register for Reiki classes that begin your healing journey, or to schedule a Usui Reiki Healing Session. Reiki healing sessions are offered in mini, full, advanced with guided meditation, and in affordable packages. All healing sessions are by appointment only. The balance and harmony of this universal energy goes to the core of all atoms in need and shines out through all including auric body (aura)—integrated complete healing by Usui Reiki Shihan (master instructor) Roberta Barnes