Schedule of Events: Maine Lobster Festival, August 3-7, 2011 in Rockland, Maine

Time	Event
August 3
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Tours of the United States Coast Guard Station and Rescue boats Tour the US Coast Guard station Headquarters in the historic Bird Block on Tillson Avenue. Then you can tour the USCG Rescue boats at the lower end of Tillson Avenue. Tours 9-11am to 1-5pm.
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Dena's Barefoot Book Nook Come to the Children's tent to Dena's barefoot Book nook-Sea themed books and children's activities. www.BareFootBookNook.com The Children's tent is sponsored by Kiwanis.
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Kathleen Heckel book signing "Golden Rules" Kathleen Heckel will be signing copies of her book "Golden Rules" The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Face Painting by GVHS Children's Face painting.
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Craft Time in the Children's tent Bring the kids to the Children's tent for craft time The Children's tent is sponsord by Kiwanis.
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.	Kathleen A. Fox offering the 2012 Lobster Fisherman Calendar and book signing Kathleen A. Fox will be offering the 2012 Lobster Fisherman Calender full of wonderful paintings of local Fishermen. She will also be signing her book "The Good: How I found peace ina chaotic world". The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.	John Bird book signing "Rockland's Tidal Turn" Author John Bird will be signing his book "Rockland's Tidal Turn". The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.
2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.	2011 Maine Lobster Festival poster signing Carol Inouye, the 2011 Maine Lobster Festival poster Artist, will be signing posters in the Fine Art tent. The Fine Art Tent is sponsored by The Samoset Resort.
3:00 p.m.	Bay Winds Bay Winds play on the Main Stage. Stage cover sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust and Liberty Hospitality.
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.	Paddy Mills Paddy Mills performs in the North Entertainment tent.
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.	Chaos Sauce
9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.	Chaos Sauce Chaos Sauce performs in the North Entertainment tent.
August 4
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Tours of United States Coast Guard Station and Rescue boats Tours of the United States Coast Guard Station-Rockland on Tillson Avenue in the historic Bird Block. Then you can tour the Rescue boats on the lower end of Tillson ave. Tours are 9-11 am to 1-5 pm.
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.	Tours of the US Navy ship The USS Mahan (DDG 72) The tours will be from 10 AM, (tickets passed out at 9:30 AM), last tour transport leaves the pier at 4 PM. (leaves the ship around 5 PM) Guests should plan on 1 to 1 1/2 hours for the tour from the time they leave the pier to their return. Each tour will be approx. 30 people. Tours are on a first come first-served basis, no reservations will be accepted. All Tours of the Navy Ship are free, tickets are handed out, but there is no cost for the tour out to the ship. NAVY TOURS LEAVE ON THE HOUR ALL TICKETS ARE FREE AND PASSED OUT HALF HOUR BEFORE No weapons, bags of any kind or drinking containers will be allowed. Small purses and cameras will be permitted. Picture ID required. Minor children must be accompanied by an adult. All visitors to the ship will be screened and are subject to search. The ship is not handicapped accessible.
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.	"Wicked Maine Limericks" by Henry Garfield The Marine tent is sposnored by Prock Marine.
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Dena's Barefoot Book Nook Come to the Children's tent to Dena's Barefoot Book Nook-Sea themed books and children's activities. www.BareFootBookNook.com The Children's tent is sponsored by Kiwanis.
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Professor Paddywhack Professor Paddywhack returns to perform on the festival grounds.
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Carol Bachofner book signings "I write in the Greenhouse" and "Breakfast at the Brass Compass" Carol Bachofner book signings "I write in the Greenhouse" and "Breakfast at the Brass Compass" The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Gayle Portnow book signing "Fog and other Atmospheric conditions" Gayle Portnow will be sbook signing "Fog and other Atmospheric conditions". The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.
11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.	Carnival opens for the day: "Bracelet Day" Bracelets for the carnival rides will be sold Thursday and Sunday and will be good for that day only. Bracelets will be valid on Thursday from noon to 10 p.m. and cost $20. Bracelets for Sunday will be valid from noon to 5 p.m. and cost $15.
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.	Entertainment and Education by Barbara Tommlinson on the "Evolution of Lobsters" The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Face Painting by GVHS Children's Face painting.
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Craft time in the Children's tent Bring the kids to the Children's tent for craft time.
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.	Devon Square Devon Square performs in the North Entertainment Tent from 2 to 4pm.
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.	Betsy Connor Bowen book signing "Spring Bear" Betsy Connor Bowen will be signing her book "Spring Bear". The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.	Headstart Band Headstart performs in the North Entertainment tent.
7:30 p.m.	"Changes in Latitudes" Band "Changes in Latitue" ,America's premier Jimmy Buffet tribute show, perform on the Main Stage. The stage cover is sponsored by Bar Harbor Ban & Trust and Liberty Hospintality.
August 5
9:00 a.m.	Maine Seafood cooking Contest Come join the fun in the North entertainment tent. There will be demonstrations and Q & A. The tent is sponsored by Boston Financial and the contest is sponsored by Captain Eli's and Village Soup.
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Tours of the United States Coast Guard Station and Rescue boats Tour the US Coast Guard station Headquarters in the historic Bird Block on Tillson Avenue. Then you can tour the USCG Rescue boats at the lower end of Tillson Avenue. Tours are 9-11am and 1-5pm.
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.	Children's Parade registration Registration for the Children's Parade takes place at the south end of the Eating tent. Children. infants to age 6 and 7-12 are all welcome to register. The theme for the 2011 parade is "Lobster Palooza". Costumes reflecting the theme will be judged awards presented. Ribbons and carnival ride tickets are given to all participants. The Children's Parade is sponsored by TimeWatner cable.
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.	Tours of the US Navy ship The USS Mahan (DDG 72) The tours will be from 10 AM, (tickets passed out at 9:30 AM), last tour transport leaves the pier at 4 PM. (leaves the ship around 5 PM) Guests should plan on 1 to 1 1/2 hours for the tour from the time they leave the pier to their return. Each tour will be approx. 30 people. Tours are on a first come first-served basis, no reservations will be accepted. All Tours of the Navy Ship are free, tickets are handed out, but there is no cost for the tour out to the ship. NAVY TOURS LEAVE ON THE HOUR ALL TICKETS ARE FREE AND PASSED OUT HALF HOUR BEFORE No weapons, bags of any kind or drinking containers will be allowed. Small purses and cameras will be permitted. Picture ID required. Minor children must be accompanied by an adult. All visitors to the ship will be screened and are subject to search. The ship is not handicapped accessible.
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Professor Paddywhack Professor Paddywhack returns to perform on the Festival grounds.
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Jeff Foltz book signing "Birkebeiner:A story of a Motherhood and War" The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.
11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.	Carnival opens for the Day-"Bracelet day" Carnival opens for the Day: 11 am to 10:30 pm. Bracelet day for the rides.
11:30 a.m.	Maine Seafood Cooking Contest Judging the contest is sponsored by Captain Eli's and the tent is sponsored by Boston Financial.
12:30 p.m.	Maine Seafood cooking contest Awards announced
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Craft time in the Children's tent Bring the kids to the Children's tent for craft time. The Children's tent is sponsored by Kiwanis.
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Face Painting by GVHS Children's Face painting.
1:00 p.m.	John McDonald John McDonald performs in the North Entertainment Tent. The North Entertainment tent is sponsored by Kiwanis. North Entertainment tent is sponsored by Boston financial.
1:30 p.m.	Awards announced for the Open Juried Art Show Awards are announced for the Open Juried Art Show on the Main stage. The Open Juried Art show is sponsored by Camden National Bank.
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	US Coast Guard Survival Suit Demonstration The US Coast guard will be in the Marine tent doing a Survival suit demonstration.
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.	Kevin C. Mills book signings "Sons and Daughters of the Ocean" and "Sidelined"
2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.	2011 Maine Lobster Festival poster signing Carol Inouye, the 2011 Maine Lobster Festival artist, will be signing posters in the Fine Art Tent. The Fine Art tent is sponsored by The Samoset Resort.
2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Nat Hussey Band Nat Hussey Band performs in the North Entertainment Tent. The tent is sponsored by Boston Financial. North Entertainment Tent is sponsored by Boston Financial.
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.	Creatures of Habit Creatures of Habit perform in the North Entertainment tent. The tent is sponsored by Boston Financial.
7:30 p.m.	Veayo Twins Veayo Twins perform on the Main Stage.
7:30 p.m.	Emerson Drive Evening show starts at 7:30. Hot Country Rockers Emerson Drive perform on the Main Stage after the Veayo twins. Stage cover is sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust and Liberty Hospitality.
August 6
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Tours of the United States Coast Guard Station and Rescue boats Tour the US Coast Guard station Headquarters in the historic Bird Block on Tillson Avenue. Then you can tour the USCG Rescue boats at the lower end of Tillson Avenue. Tours are 9-11 am and 1-5pm.
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.	Tours of the Navy ship The USS Mahan (DDG 72) The tours will be from 10 AM, (tickets passed out at 9:30 AM), last tour transport leaves the pier at 4 PM. (leaves the ship around 5 PM) Guests should plan on 1 to 1 1/2 hours for the tour from the time they leave the pier to their return. Each tour will be approx. 30 people. Tours are on a first come first-served basis, no reservations will be accepted. All Tours of the Navy Ship are free, tickets are handed out, but there is no cost for the tour out to the ship. NAVY TOURS LEAVE ON THE HOUR ALL TICKETS ARE FREE AND PASSED OUT HALF HOUR BEFORE No weapons, bags of any kind or drinking containers will be allowed. Small purses and cameras will be permitted. Picture ID required. Minor children must be accompanied by an adult. All visitors to the ship will be screened and are subject to search. The ship is not handicapped accessible.
11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.	Carnival opens for the Day Carnival opens for the day: 11 am to 11 pm.
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.	Lowe's Build and Grow Come hammer away and join the Lowe's team as your child builds a really cool craft on his or her own. The Children's tent is sponsord by Kiwanis.
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Dena's Barefoot Book Nook Cont to the Children's tent to Dena's Barefoot Book nook-Sea themed books and children's activities. www.BareFootBookNook.com. The Children's tent is sponsored by Kiwanis.
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Face Painting by GVHS
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.	Capt. Neal Parker book signing "Dr. Beagle". Capt. Neal Parker will be doing book signing on "Dr. Beagle" a book about a dog optometrist who leads a revolution. He will also be signing his classics "Lobsterman" and "UFO"
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.	Children's face painting by Annabelle Parker Chidren's face painting by Annabelle Parker. The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.
1:30 p.m.	MOJO Big Band MOJO Big Band, a Community Jazz band, performs on the Main Stage. The Stage Cover is sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust and Libserty Hospitality. Stage cover sposnored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust and Liberty Hospitality.
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.	Adam & The Waxmen Adam & The Waxmen perform in the North Entertainment Tent. The North Entertainment Tent is sponsored by Boston Financial.
2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.	2011 Maine Lobster Festival poster signing Carol Inouye, the 2011 Maine Lobster Festival poster artist, will be signing posters in the Fine Art tent. The Fine Art tent is sponsored by The Samoset Resort.
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.	Steelin' Thunder Steelin' thunder, a Maine Steel drum band, performs in the North entertainment Tent. The tent is sponsored by Boston Financial. The North Entertainment Tent is sponsored by Boston Financial.
8:00 p.m.	"Uncle Kracker" Uncle Kracker performs on the Main stage after the Kelly Parker Band.
8:00 p.m.	Kelly Parker Band Kelly Parker band is the evening show opener.The perform on the Main stage.
August 7
10:00 a.m.	Carnival opens "Bracelet Day" for the rides. Cranival opens. Buy a Bracelet from Noon to 5 p.m. for $15 and go on unlimited rides. You can still buy tickets for the rides if you do not want to purchase a Bracelet.
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Dena's Barefoot Book Nook Come to the Children's tent to Dena's Barefoot Book Nook-sea themed books and children's activities. www.BareFootBookNook.com The Children's tent is sposnored by Kiwanis.
11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.	Carnival opens for the day: "Bracelet Day" Bracelets for the carnival rides will be sold Thursday and Sunday and will be good for that day only. Bracelets will be valid on Thursday from noon to 10 p.m. and cost $20. Bracelets for Sunday will be valid from noon to 5 p.m. and cost $15.
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.	Bill Barnes Jazz Quartet Bill Barnes Jazz Quartet perform in the North Entertainment tent.
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.	Capt. Neal Parker book signing of "Dr. Beagle" Capt. Neal Parker will be doing book signing of "Dr. Beagle" a book about a dog optometrist who leads a revolution. He will also be signing some of his classics "Lobsterman" and "UFO". The Marine tent is sposored by Prock Marine.
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.	Children's face painting by Annabelle Parker Children's face painting with Annabelle Parker in the Marine tent.
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Face Painting by GVHS Children's Face Painting.
1:30 p.m.	Windjammer Chorus Windjammer Chorus performs on the Main Stage at 1:30pm.
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.	Craft time in the Children's tent Bring the kids to the Children's tent for craft time. The Craft tent is sponsored by Kiwanis.
3:15 p.m.	Fitzie Niceness This Reggae band performs on the Main Stage.
August 1
9:00 a.m.	4-Day Passes and Entertainment Reserved Seat Tickets on Sale Four Day passes and reserved seating Entertainment tickets on sale at the Main gate.
11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.	Free Shuttle Bus The Festival provides free shuttle services to and from the festival grounds from the following locations: Oceanside High School (formerly Rockland District High School) Rockland District Middle School (Free parking at both locations)
12:00 p.m.	65th Annual Maine Lobster Festival opens Festival officially opens, along with exhibition tents, booths, vendors, carnival rides and games. Also, lobster serving begins in the Eating Tent. King Neptune and his court, along with Emily Benner, the 2010 Maine Sea Goddess, arrive from the briny deep to raise the flag and officially open the 2011 Maine Lobster Festival. Opening ceremonies will take place next to the flagpole in front of the Harbor Master’s building. Wednesday is "Hometown Day" so there is no charge to come down to the festival all day for everyone. Main eating tent is sponsored by Cabot Cheese.
12:00 p.m.	Coronation Rehearsal The Coronation rehearsal takes place on the Main stage.
8:00 p.m.	2011 Sea Goddess Coronation This is a tradition so come on down to see the Crowning of the 2011 Sea Goddess on the Main Stage. Stage cover sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust, and Liberty Hospitality (Trade winds, The Navigator & The Country Inn)
10:00 p.m.	Festival closes for the night "Hometown Day" of the 64th Annual Maine Lobster Festival comes to an end.
August 2
7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.	Pancake breakfast All-the-pancakes-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the Eating Tent featuring blueberry pancakes, juice, coffee and milk. Cost: $6 for adults, $3 children. Main Eating Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese Pancake breakfast sponsored by Pease Insurance Agency/ Gosline Insurance Group and Five County Credit Union
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.	Free Shuttle Bus The Festival provides free shuttle services to and from the festival grounds from the following locations: Oceanside High School-East (formerly Rockland District High School) Rockland District Middle School (Free parking at both locations)
9:00 a.m.	Gates Open Gates open along with exhibition tents, booths and vendors.
11:00 a.m.	Lobster serving begins Lobster serving begins in the Eating Tent. Butter supplied by Cabot. Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese
10:00 p.m.	Fesitval closes for the night Festival closes for the night.
August 3
7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.	Pancake breakfast All-the-pancakes-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the Eating Tent featuring blueberry pancakes, juice, coffee and milk. Cost: $6 for adults, $3 children. Main Eating Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese Pancake breakfast sponsored by Pease Insurance Agency/ Gosline Insurance Group and Five County Credit Union
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.	Free Shuttle Bus The Festival provides free shuttle services to and from the festival grounds from the following locations: Oceanside HighSchool East (formerly the Rockland District High School) Rockland District Middle School (Free parking at both locations)
9:00 a.m.	Gates open Gates open along with Exhibition tents, booths and Vendors.
11:00 a.m.	Lobster serving begins Lobster serving begins in the Eating Tent. Butter supplied by Cabot. Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese
11:00 p.m.	Festival closes for the night. Festival closes for the night.
August 4
7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.	Pancake breakfast All-the-pancakes-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the Eating Tent featuring blueberry pancakes, juice, coffee and milk. Cost: $6 for adults, $3 children. Main Eating Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese Pancake breakfast sponsored by Pease Insurance Agency/ Gosline Insurance Group and Five County Credit Union
8:00 a.m.	Parade line up Parade line up begins at Rockland District High School, 400 Broadway.
9:00 a.m.	Gates open Gates open along with Exhibition tents, Booths and Vendors.
10:00 a.m.	The Big Parade Big Parade down Main Street features the Grand Marshall, the newly crowned 2011 Sea Goddess, the Sea Princesses and their Escorts, King Neptune and his court and a variety of marching bands and units, floats, drill teams and more.
11:00 a.m.	Lobster serving begins Lobster serving begins in the Eating Tent. Butter supplied by Cabot. Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese
12:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.	Free Shuttle Bus The Festival provides free shuttle services to and from the festival grounds from the following locations: Oceanside High School East (formerly Rockland District High Schoo)l Rockland District Middle School (Free parking at both locations)
1:30 p.m.	Blindfold Row Boat Race Registration for both classes of the Blindfold Rowboat races takes place anytime before 1 p.m. at the Information Booth. Fee:$2 per two-person entry. Participants must be at least 8 years old. The ageof the rower determines the class. The races starts at 1:30 p.m. The race is sponsored by Liberty Hospitality (The Navigator)
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.	10K road race and 5K walk preregistration pick up
11:00 p.m.	Festival closes for the night Festival closes for the night.
August 5
7:00 a.m.	Registration begins for the Great International William Atwood Lobster Crate Races 7 a.m., Registration for The Great International William Atwood Lobster Crate Race. Fee: $10, ages 12 and older (includes festival admission); $5, ages 6-11 (includes festival admission); $3 ages 5 and younger. Limited number of entries. Sign-up at the information booth . The booth is sponsored by Maine's Credit Unions.
7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.	Pancake breakfast All-the-pancakes-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the Eating Tent featuring blueberry pancakes, juice, coffee and milk. Cost: $6 for adults, $3 children. Main Eating Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese Pancake breakfast sponsored by Pease Insurance Agency/ Gosline Insurance Group and Five County Credit Union
7:00 a.m.	Registration for the 10K road race, 5K walk and 1 mile fun run
7:30 a.m.	Children's one mile fun run begins the Children's one mile fun run starts and finishes at the Main Street entrance to the grounds.
8:30 a.m.	10K Road race begins Adults' 10K road race; starts and finishes near Main Street entrance to grounds. Race sponsored by Allen Insurance/Financial
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.	Free Shuttle Bus The Festival provides free shuttle services to and from the festival grounds from the following locations: Oceanside High School-East (formerly Rockland District High School) and Rockland District Middle School. (Free parking at both locations)
9:00 a.m.	Gates open Gates open for the day along with exhibition tents, booths and vendors.
9:00 a.m.	Registration for the Children's Cod Fish Carry Registration begins for Children's Cod Fish Carry at 9. Open to children entering grades 2, 3 and 4. Twelve entrants allowed and there is no fee. An Adult relative must be there to sign for entrants younger than 18. This event is sponsored by Jess's Market. Sign up at the information booth. The booth is sponsored by Maine's Credit Unions. Sponsored by Jess's Market
10:00 a.m.	Registration for the Children's Lobster Eating Contest Registration begins for Children's Lobster Eating Contest at the 9. Open to children ages 8-11. Fee: $1. This event is sponsored by Marine Parts Express. Sign-up at the information booth. The booth is sponsored Maine's Credit Unions. Sign up at the information booth.
10:00 a.m.	Registration begins for 'Little Lobster" Diaper Derby Registration begins for "Little Lobster" Diaper Derby at Info Booth. Crawlers only. Twelve crawlers allowed to compete. Prizes for costumes and swiftness of the crawler. Event sponsored by Maine Cloth Diaper Co. Sign up at the information Booth. The booth is sponsored by Maine's Credit Unions. Event sponsored by MaineCloth Diaper Co.
10:00 a.m.	Road Race awards Ceremony Road race awards ceremony on the Main Stage. The Road race is sponsored by Allen Insurance/Financial. Stage Cover is sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust and Liberty Hospitality (Trade Winds Motor Inn & Country Inn)
11:00 a.m.	Lobster serving begins Lobster serving begins in the Eating Tent. Butter supplied by Cabot. Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese
11:00 a.m.	Children's Cod Fish Carry contest Children's Cod Fish Carry contest at the Main Stage. Contest sponsored by Jess's Market
11:00 a.m.	Children's Lobster Eating contest Children's Lobster Eating contest at the Main Stage. The event is sponsored by Marine Parts Express. Stage cover sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust and Liberty Hospitality (Trade winds Motor Inn and Country Inn)
12:00 p.m.	"Little Lobster" Diaper Derby "Little Lobster" Diaper Derby at the Main Stage. Sponsored by Maine Cloth Diaper Co.
2:00 p.m.	The Great International William Atwood Lobster Crate Race The great International William Atwood lobster crate race begins on the waterfront.
4:00 p.m.	Crate race awards presented Lobster Crate Race awards presented by the Eating Tent . Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese
5:00 p.m.	Wreath Ceremony Wreath Ceremony for Fisherman lost at sea, after which King Neptune and his court depart the public Pier for the briny deep.
6:00 p.m.	Gates close to end the 64th Annual Lobster Festival The 64th Annual Maine Lobster Festival closes for this year.

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Tours of the United States Coast Guard Station and Rescue boats

Tour the US Coast Guard station Headquarters in the historic Bird Block on Tillson Avenue.

Then you can tour the USCG Rescue boats at the lower end of Tillson Avenue.

Tours 9-11am to 1-5pm.

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Dena's Barefoot Book Nook

Come to the Children's tent to Dena's barefoot Book nook-Sea themed books and children's activities. www.BareFootBookNook.com

The Children's tent is sponsored by Kiwanis.

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Kathleen Heckel book signing "Golden Rules"

Kathleen Heckel will be signing copies of her book "Golden Rules"

The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Face Painting by GVHS

Children's Face painting.

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Craft Time in the Children's tent

Bring the kids to the Children's tent for craft time

The Children's tent is sponsord by Kiwanis.

2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Kathleen A. Fox offering the 2012 Lobster Fisherman Calendar and book signing

Kathleen A. Fox will be offering the 2012 Lobster Fisherman Calender full of wonderful paintings of local Fishermen. She will also be signing her book "The Good: How I found peace ina chaotic world".

The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.

2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

John Bird book signing "Rockland's Tidal Turn"

Author John Bird will be signing his book "Rockland's Tidal Turn".

The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.

2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2011 Maine Lobster Festival poster signing

Carol Inouye, the 2011 Maine Lobster Festival poster Artist, will be signing posters in the Fine Art tent.

The Fine Art Tent is sponsored by The Samoset Resort.

3:00 p.m.

Bay Winds

Bay Winds play on the Main Stage.

Stage cover sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust and Liberty Hospitality.

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Paddy Mills

Paddy Mills performs in the North Entertainment tent.

7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Chaos Sauce

Chaos Sauce performs in the North Entertainment tent.

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Tours of United States Coast Guard Station and Rescue boats

Tours of the United States Coast Guard Station-Rockland on Tillson Avenue in the historic Bird Block. Then you can tour the Rescue boats on the lower end of Tillson ave.

Tours are 9-11 am to 1-5 pm.

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Tours of the US Navy ship The USS Mahan (DDG 72)

The tours will be from 10 AM, (tickets passed out at 9:30 AM), last tour transport leaves the pier at 4 PM. (leaves the ship around 5 PM) Guests should plan on 1 to 1 1/2 hours for the tour from the time they leave the pier to their return.

Each tour will be approx. 30 people.

Tours are on a first come first-served basis, no reservations will be accepted. All Tours of the Navy Ship are free, tickets are handed out, but there is no cost for the tour out to the ship.

NAVY TOURS LEAVE ON THE HOUR
ALL TICKETS ARE FREE AND PASSED OUT HALF HOUR BEFORE

No weapons, bags of any kind or drinking containers will be allowed. Small purses and cameras will be permitted.

Picture ID required.

Minor children must be accompanied by an adult.

All visitors to the ship will be screened and are subject to search.

The ship is not handicapped accessible.

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

"Wicked Maine Limericks" by Henry Garfield

The Marine tent is sposnored by Prock Marine.

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Dena's Barefoot Book Nook

Come to the Children's tent to Dena's Barefoot Book Nook-Sea themed books and children's activities. www.BareFootBookNook.com

The Children's tent is sponsored by Kiwanis.

10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Professor Paddywhack

Professor Paddywhack returns to perform on the festival grounds.

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Carol Bachofner book signings "I write in the Greenhouse" and "Breakfast at the Brass Compass"

The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Gayle Portnow book signing "Fog and other Atmospheric conditions"

Gayle Portnow will be sbook signing "Fog and other Atmospheric conditions".

The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.

11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Carnival opens for the day: "Bracelet Day"

Bracelets for the carnival rides will be sold Thursday and
Sunday and will be good for that day only. Bracelets will be valid on
Thursday from noon to 10 p.m. and cost $20. Bracelets for Sunday will
be valid from noon to 5 p.m. and cost $15.

12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Entertainment and Education by Barbara Tommlinson on the "Evolution of Lobsters"

The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Face Painting by GVHS

Children's Face painting.

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Craft time in the Children's tent

Bring the kids to the Children's tent for craft time.

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Devon Square

Devon Square performs in the North Entertainment Tent from 2 to 4pm.

2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Betsy Connor Bowen book signing "Spring Bear"

Betsy Connor Bowen will be signing her book "Spring Bear".

The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Headstart Band

Headstart performs in the North Entertainment tent.

7:30 p.m.

"Changes in Latitudes" Band

"Changes in Latitue" ,America's premier Jimmy Buffet tribute show, perform on the Main Stage.

The stage cover is sponsored by Bar Harbor Ban & Trust and Liberty Hospintality.

9:00 a.m.

Maine Seafood cooking Contest

Come join the fun in the North entertainment tent. There will be demonstrations and Q & A.

The tent is sponsored by Boston Financial and the contest is sponsored by Captain Eli's and Village Soup.

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Tours of the United States Coast Guard Station and Rescue boats

Tour the US Coast Guard station Headquarters in the historic Bird Block on Tillson Avenue.

Then you can tour the USCG Rescue boats at the lower end of Tillson Avenue.

Tours are 9-11am and 1-5pm.

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Children's Parade registration

Registration for the Children's Parade takes place at the south end of the Eating tent. Children. infants to age 6 and 7-12 are all welcome to register. The theme for the 2011 parade is "Lobster Palooza". Costumes reflecting the theme will be judged awards presented. Ribbons and carnival ride tickets are given to all participants.

The Children's Parade is sponsored by TimeWatner cable.

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Tours of the US Navy ship The USS Mahan (DDG 72)

The tours will be from 10 AM, (tickets passed out at 9:30 AM), last tour transport leaves the pier at 4 PM. (leaves the ship around 5 PM) Guests should plan on 1 to 1 1/2 hours for the tour from the time they leave the pier to their return.

Each tour will be approx. 30 people.

Tours are on a first come first-served basis, no reservations will be accepted. All Tours of the Navy Ship are free, tickets are handed out, but there is no cost for the tour out to the ship.

NAVY TOURS LEAVE ON THE HOUR
ALL TICKETS ARE FREE AND PASSED OUT HALF HOUR BEFORE

No weapons, bags of any kind or drinking containers will be allowed. Small purses and cameras will be permitted.

Picture ID required.

Minor children must be accompanied by an adult.

All visitors to the ship will be screened and are subject to search.

The ship is not handicapped accessible.

10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Professor Paddywhack

Professor Paddywhack returns to perform on the Festival grounds.

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Jeff Foltz book signing "Birkebeiner:A story of a Motherhood and War"

The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.

11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Carnival opens for the Day-"Bracelet day"

Carnival opens for the Day: 11 am to 10:30 pm. Bracelet day for the rides.

11:30 a.m.

Maine Seafood Cooking Contest Judging

the contest is sponsored by Captain Eli's and the tent is sponsored by Boston Financial.

12:30 p.m.

Maine Seafood cooking contest Awards announced

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Craft time in the Children's tent

Bring the kids to the Children's tent for craft time.

The Children's tent is sponsored by Kiwanis.

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Face Painting by GVHS

Children's Face painting.

1:00 p.m.

John McDonald

John McDonald performs in the North Entertainment Tent.

The North Entertainment tent is sponsored by Kiwanis.

North Entertainment tent is sponsored by Boston financial.

1:30 p.m.

Awards announced for the Open Juried Art Show

Awards are announced for the Open Juried Art Show on the Main stage.

The Open Juried Art show is sponsored by Camden National Bank.

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

US Coast Guard Survival Suit Demonstration

The US Coast guard will be in the Marine tent doing a Survival suit demonstration.

2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Kevin C. Mills book signings "Sons and Daughters of the Ocean" and "Sidelined"

2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2011 Maine Lobster Festival poster signing

Carol Inouye, the 2011 Maine Lobster Festival artist, will be signing posters in the Fine Art Tent.

The Fine Art tent is sponsored by The Samoset Resort.

2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Nat Hussey Band

Nat Hussey Band performs in the North Entertainment Tent.

The tent is sponsored by Boston Financial.

North Entertainment Tent is sponsored by Boston Financial.

6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Creatures of Habit

Creatures of Habit perform in the North Entertainment tent. The tent is sponsored by Boston Financial.

7:30 p.m.

Veayo Twins

Veayo Twins perform on the Main Stage.

7:30 p.m.

Emerson Drive

Evening show starts at 7:30. Hot Country Rockers Emerson Drive perform on the Main Stage after the Veayo twins.

Stage cover is sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust and Liberty Hospitality.

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Tours of the United States Coast Guard Station and Rescue boats

Tour the US Coast Guard station Headquarters in the historic Bird Block on Tillson Avenue.

Then you can tour the USCG Rescue boats at the lower end of Tillson Avenue.

Tours are 9-11 am and 1-5pm.

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Tours of the Navy ship The USS Mahan (DDG 72)

The tours will be from 10 AM, (tickets passed out at 9:30 AM), last tour transport leaves the pier at 4 PM. (leaves the ship around 5 PM) Guests should plan on 1 to 1 1/2 hours for the tour from the time they leave the pier to their return.

Each tour will be approx. 30 people.

Tours are on a first come first-served basis, no reservations will be accepted. All Tours of the Navy Ship are free, tickets are handed out, but there is no cost for the tour out to the ship.

NAVY TOURS LEAVE ON THE HOUR
ALL TICKETS ARE FREE AND PASSED OUT HALF HOUR BEFORE

No weapons, bags of any kind or drinking containers will be allowed. Small purses and cameras will be permitted.

Picture ID required.

Minor children must be accompanied by an adult.

All visitors to the ship will be screened and are subject to search.

The ship is not handicapped accessible.

11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Carnival opens for the Day

Carnival opens for the day: 11 am to 11 pm.

12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Lowe's Build and Grow

Come hammer away and join the Lowe's team as your child builds a really cool craft on his or her own.

The Children's tent is sponsord by Kiwanis.

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Dena's Barefoot Book Nook

Cont to the Children's tent to Dena's Barefoot Book nook-Sea themed books and children's activities. www.BareFootBookNook.com.

The Children's tent is sponsored by Kiwanis.

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Face Painting by GVHS

12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Capt. Neal Parker book signing "Dr. Beagle".

Capt. Neal Parker will be doing book signing on "Dr. Beagle" a book about a dog optometrist who leads a revolution.

He will also be signing his classics "Lobsterman" and "UFO"

12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Children's face painting by Annabelle Parker

Chidren's face painting by Annabelle Parker.

The Marine tent is sponsored by Prock Marine.

1:30 p.m.

MOJO Big Band

MOJO Big Band, a Community Jazz band, performs on the Main Stage.

The Stage Cover is sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust and Libserty Hospitality.

Stage cover sposnored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust and Liberty Hospitality.

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Adam & The Waxmen

Adam & The Waxmen perform in the North Entertainment Tent.

The North Entertainment Tent is sponsored by Boston Financial.

2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

2011 Maine Lobster Festival poster signing

Carol Inouye, the 2011 Maine Lobster Festival poster artist, will be signing posters in the Fine Art tent.

The Fine Art tent is sponsored by The Samoset Resort.

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Steelin' Thunder

Steelin' thunder, a Maine Steel drum band, performs in the North entertainment Tent.

The tent is sponsored by Boston Financial.

The North Entertainment Tent is sponsored by Boston Financial.

8:00 p.m.

"Uncle Kracker"

Uncle Kracker performs on the Main stage after the Kelly Parker Band.

8:00 p.m.

Kelly Parker Band

Kelly Parker band is the evening show opener.The perform on the Main stage.

10:00 a.m.

Carnival opens "Bracelet Day" for the rides.

Cranival opens. Buy a Bracelet from Noon to 5 p.m. for $15 and go on unlimited rides. You can still buy tickets for the rides if you do not want to purchase a Bracelet.

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Dena's Barefoot Book Nook

Come to the Children's tent to Dena's Barefoot Book Nook-sea themed books and children's activities. www.BareFootBookNook.com

The Children's tent is sposnored by Kiwanis.

11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Carnival opens for the day: "Bracelet Day"

Bracelets for the carnival rides will be sold Thursday and
Sunday and will be good for that day only. Bracelets will be valid on
Thursday from noon to 10 p.m. and cost $20. Bracelets for Sunday will
be valid from noon to 5 p.m. and cost $15.

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Bill Barnes Jazz Quartet

Bill Barnes Jazz Quartet perform in the North Entertainment tent.

12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Capt. Neal Parker book signing of "Dr. Beagle"

Capt. Neal Parker will be doing book signing of "Dr. Beagle" a book about a dog optometrist who leads a revolution.

He will also be signing some of his classics "Lobsterman" and "UFO". The Marine tent is sposored by Prock Marine.

12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Children's face painting by Annabelle Parker

Children's face painting with Annabelle Parker in the Marine tent.

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Face Painting by GVHS

Children's Face Painting.

1:30 p.m.

Windjammer Chorus

Windjammer Chorus performs on the Main Stage at 1:30pm.

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Craft time in the Children's tent

Bring the kids to the Children's tent for craft time.

The Craft tent is sponsored by Kiwanis.

3:15 p.m.

Fitzie Niceness

This Reggae band performs on the Main Stage.

9:00 a.m.

4-Day Passes and Entertainment Reserved Seat Tickets on Sale

Four Day passes and reserved seating Entertainment tickets on sale at the Main gate.

11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Free Shuttle Bus

The Festival provides free shuttle services to and from the festival grounds from the following locations:

Oceanside High School (formerly Rockland District High School)
Rockland District Middle School

(Free parking at both locations)

12:00 p.m.

65th Annual Maine Lobster Festival opens

Festival officially opens, along with exhibition tents, booths, vendors, carnival rides and games. Also, lobster serving begins in the Eating Tent. King Neptune and his court, along with Emily Benner, the 2010 Maine Sea Goddess, arrive from the briny deep to raise the flag and officially open the 2011 Maine Lobster Festival. Opening ceremonies will take place next to the flagpole in front of the Harbor Master’s building.

Wednesday is "Hometown Day" so there is no charge to come down to the festival all day for everyone.

Main eating tent is sponsored by Cabot Cheese.

12:00 p.m.

Coronation Rehearsal

The Coronation rehearsal takes place on the Main stage.

8:00 p.m.

2011 Sea Goddess Coronation

This is a tradition so come on down to see the Crowning of the 2011 Sea Goddess on the Main Stage.

Stage cover sponsored by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust, and Liberty Hospitality (Trade winds, The Navigator & The Country Inn)

10:00 p.m.

Festival closes for the night

"Hometown Day" of the 64th Annual Maine Lobster Festival comes to an end.

7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Pancake breakfast

All-the-pancakes-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the Eating Tent featuring blueberry pancakes, juice, coffee and milk. Cost: $6 for adults, $3 children.

Main Eating Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese

Pancake breakfast sponsored by Pease Insurance Agency/ Gosline Insurance Group and Five County Credit Union

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Free Shuttle Bus

The Festival provides free shuttle services to and from the festival grounds from the following locations:

Oceanside High School-East (formerly Rockland District High School)
Rockland District Middle School

(Free parking at both locations)

9:00 a.m.

Gates Open

Gates open along with exhibition tents, booths and vendors.

11:00 a.m.

Lobster serving begins

Lobster serving begins in the Eating Tent. Butter supplied by Cabot.

Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese

10:00 p.m.

Fesitval closes for the night

Festival closes for the night.

7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Pancake breakfast

All-the-pancakes-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the Eating Tent featuring blueberry pancakes, juice, coffee and milk. Cost: $6 for adults, $3 children.

Main Eating Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese

Pancake breakfast sponsored by Pease Insurance Agency/ Gosline Insurance Group and Five County Credit Union

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Free Shuttle Bus

The Festival provides free shuttle services to and from the festival grounds from the following locations:

Oceanside HighSchool East (formerly the Rockland District High School)
Rockland District Middle School

(Free parking at both locations)

9:00 a.m.

Gates open

Gates open along with Exhibition tents, booths and Vendors.

11:00 a.m.

Lobster serving begins

Lobster serving begins in the Eating Tent. Butter supplied by Cabot.

Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese

11:00 p.m.

Festival closes for the night.

7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Pancake breakfast

All-the-pancakes-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the Eating Tent featuring blueberry pancakes, juice, coffee and milk. Cost: $6 for adults, $3 children.

Main Eating Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese

Pancake breakfast sponsored by Pease Insurance Agency/ Gosline Insurance Group and Five County Credit Union

8:00 a.m.

Parade line up

Parade line up begins at Rockland District High School, 400 Broadway.

9:00 a.m.

Gates open

Gates open along with Exhibition tents, Booths and Vendors.

10:00 a.m.

The Big Parade

Big Parade down Main Street features the Grand Marshall, the newly crowned 2011 Sea Goddess, the Sea Princesses and their Escorts, King Neptune and his court and a variety of marching bands and units, floats, drill teams and more.

11:00 a.m.

Lobster serving begins

Lobster serving begins in the Eating Tent. Butter supplied by Cabot.

Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese

12:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Free Shuttle Bus

The Festival provides free shuttle services to and from the festival grounds from the following locations:

Oceanside High School East (formerly Rockland District High Schoo)l

Rockland District Middle School

(Free parking at both locations)

1:30 p.m.

Blindfold Row Boat Race

Registration for both classes of the Blindfold Rowboat races takes place anytime before 1 p.m. at the Information Booth. Fee:$2 per two-person entry. Participants must be at least 8 years old. The ageof the rower determines the class. The races starts at 1:30 p.m.

The race is sponsored by Liberty Hospitality (The Navigator)

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

10K road race and 5K walk preregistration pick up

11:00 p.m.

Festival closes for the night

Festival closes for the night.

7:00 a.m.

Registration begins for the Great International William Atwood Lobster Crate Races

7 a.m., Registration for The Great International William Atwood Lobster Crate Race. Fee: $10, ages 12 and older (includes festival admission); $5, ages 6-11 (includes festival admission); $3 ages 5 and younger. Limited number of entries.

Sign-up at the information booth . The booth is sponsored by Maine's Credit Unions.

7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Pancake breakfast

All-the-pancakes-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the Eating Tent featuring blueberry pancakes, juice, coffee and milk. Cost: $6 for adults, $3 children.

Main Eating Tent sponsored by Cabot Cheese

Pancake breakfast sponsored by Pease Insurance Agency/ Gosline Insurance Group and Five County Credit Union

7:00 a.m.

Registration for the 10K road race, 5K walk and 1 mile fun run

7:30 a.m.

Children's one mile fun run begins

the Children's one mile fun run starts and finishes at the Main Street entrance to the grounds.

8:30 a.m.

10K Road race begins

Adults' 10K road race; starts and finishes near Main Street entrance to grounds.

Race sponsored by Allen Insurance/Financial

9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Free Shuttle Bus

The Festival provides free shuttle services to and from the festival grounds from the following locations:

Oceanside High School-East (formerly Rockland District High School) and Rockland District Middle School.

(Free parking at both locations)

9:00 a.m.

Gates open

Gates open for the day along with exhibition tents, booths and vendors.

9:00 a.m.

Registration for the Children's Cod Fish Carry

Registration begins for Children's Cod Fish Carry at 9.

Open to children entering grades 2, 3 and 4. Twelve entrants allowed and there is no fee. An Adult relative must be there to sign for entrants younger than 18. This event is sponsored by Jess's Market.

Sign up at the information booth. The booth is sponsored by Maine's Credit Unions.

Registration for the Children's Lobster Eating Contest

Registration begins for Children's Lobster Eating Contest at the 9.

Open to children ages 8-11. Fee: $1. This event is sponsored by Marine Parts Express.

Sign-up at the information booth. The booth is sponsored Maine's Credit Unions.

Sign up at the information booth.

10:00 a.m.

Registration begins for 'Little Lobster" Diaper Derby

Registration begins for "Little Lobster" Diaper Derby at Info Booth. Crawlers only. Twelve crawlers allowed to compete. Prizes for costumes and swiftness of the crawler. Event sponsored by Maine Cloth Diaper Co.

Sign up at the information Booth. The booth is sponsored by Maine's Credit Unions.

Event sponsored by MaineCloth Diaper Co.

10:00 a.m.