June 26-June 30                 Southwest Harbor, Maine

We again attended a performance at the Acadia Repertory Theater in Somesville, about four miles from Southwest Harbor.  Located in a former Masonic Temple, the simple wooden structure is an intimate venue for this popular summer event.   Two actors performed in The Gin Game, a long-running hit on Broadway that starred Jessica Tandy and Hume Cronyn.  The Maine actors were very strong in their comedic-dramatic roles and we greatly enjoyed the play.

Following a trip to Ellsworth, we made a short journey to the small town of Blue Hill.  Known for its artistic and creative residents, it is a lovely place with several shops and stores featuring local handicrafts and art of exceptional quality.  E. B. White, the noted author (and one of my favorites) lived near here for many years and his delightful One Man’s Meat features many essays about its citizens.  The Blue Hill Fair, which still exists, will be remembered by readers of White’s classic children’s book, Charlotte’s Web.  We lunched at a  casual seafood restaurant and  David enjoyed the oysters from the Bagaduce River, a local specialty.

L. L. Bean has a large outlet in Ellsworth and needing nothing, we still had to stop and explore their store.  It is quintessential Maine from clothing to household accessories.  No real bargains but fair prices for excellent quality.