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Welcome to Ogunquit, ME
Ogunquit, which means Beautiful Place by The Sea in the language of the Algonquin Indians, is an artsy resort village (located 66 miles north of Boston) that has been welcoming gay and lesbian visitors and their families for over 100 years.  Ogunquit has three miles of white sandy beaches, dance clubs and restaurants for every taste and budget.  In summer and even winter, there is always plenty to see and do!

GAY OGUNQUIT: EVENTS & NEWS

Godspell

Godspell

Booth Theater
Tuesdays-Saturdays July 1-17 (except July 4) 8pm
See pictures and read Mackie's review here. Featuring a sparkling score by Stephen Schwartz, “Godspell” boasts a string of well-loved songs, led by the international hit, “Day By Day.” Tickets at the door or call 207.646.8142.
Christine O'Leary

Christine O'Leary

Maine Street Video Bar
Wednesday-Saturday nights 8:30pm
Get more info here. MaineStreet welcomes comedienne extraordinaire Christine O'Leary, nominated Funniest Lesbian in America, ALL SUMMER Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights at 8:30pm. NO COVER and always a great time!
The Khris Francis Show

The Khris Francis Show

Front Porch Piano Bar
Every night except Tuesday, 9pm
It's 2008 and the Khris Francis Show is back in town every night but Tuesday! $5 cover, or it's free if you eat in the dining room. He's back with his all new show of laugh-off-your-seat adult musical comedy... Come see what everyone is talking about!
Piano Bar and Open Mic

Piano Bar and Open Mic

Admiral's Inn
Friday and Saturday nights Starting July 4 8:30-11:30pm
More info here. Join Robert D on Fridays and Rob or Steve on Saturdays for piano bar and open mic. No cover charge and it's open to the public.
Summer T Dance

Summer T Dance

Maine Street Video Bar
Sundays all summer
Complete info here. The MaineStreet T Dance kicks off Memorial Day weekend. Sundays all summer with resident DJ Susan Esthera.
Wall-E

Wall-E

Leavitt Theatre
July 9-13, 16-17 8pm
In the distant future, a small waste collecting robot that slowly begins to become sentient inadvertently embarks on a space journey that will ultimately decide the fate of mankind. At the cool, comfortable Leavitt Theater, right in the center of town.
Women's T Dance

Women's T Dance

Maine Street Video Bar
July 12, 3-9pm
MaineStreet's monthly dance is a very popular event for women. Get tickets early from DJ Jodi.
Mama Mia

Mama Mia

Leavitt Theatre
July 18-24 8pm
The story of a bride-to-be trying to find her real father told using hit songs by the popular '70s group ABBA.

Barn Gallery Art and Artist Video Series

Barn Gallery
Wednesdays at 7:30pm
Videos about artists and their art at the Barn Gallery. All showings are free!
Cashetta, Queen of Magic!

Cashetta, Queen of Magic!

Maine Street Video Bar
August 1-2, 2008 8pm
Cashetta is one of the world's only drag magicians taking illusion to a whole new level. Her act ranges from walk around, to mentalism to full scale stage shows and is original, hysterical and absolutely astounding. Cashetta has been featured on countless television and stage shows and tours internationally with her one "woman" show. Be it card magic, escape or full scale illusions, Cashetta's act is the only one of its kind. This one will sell out, so get tickets at MaineStreet's web site.
Disney's High School Musical

Disney's High School Musical

Ogunquit Playhouse
June 14-15, July 5-6, August 2-3, Sept. 20-21
Read our review here. A new favorite with kids and adults alike, this musical proves that we're all in this together. Visit The Ogunquit Playhouse for more info.
Miss Gay Ogunquit 2008

Miss Gay Ogunquit 2008

Maine Street Video Bar
August 10, 4pm
Hosted by Amanda Stragg and last year's winner Jacinda, this competition also has performances by Miss E'On and Steffan. Go to MaineStreet's web site if you want to enter!
Dennis Crow at Wild Blueberry

Dennis Crow at Wild Blueberry

Wild Blueberry Cafe
Thursdays and Fridays, May 23-October 15
Ogunquit favorite Dennis Crow plays dinner music from 6-9pm, and after dinner a sing-along will be encouraged until 10pm!
Golf and Fitness Retreat

Golf and Fitness Retreat

Hydigolf Golf Lessons
September 6-13, 2008
Golf and Fitness Retreat with Hydi & Yogi. Yogi will be the instuctor for fitness as well as nutrition courses. Hydi will be conducting golf lessons as well as playing lessons. For more information please see hydigolf.net.
GO Ogunquit - Men's Group

GO Ogunquit - Men's Group

Black Boar Inn
Every Monday 7-9pm
Frannie Peabody Center's York Counties men's group is a sister group to G.O. Portland. The meetings are Monday nights, 7pm to 9pm at The Black Boar Inn 277 Main St. in Ogunquit. Check us out at www.googunquit.net For more info contact Jimmy Lucibello or call 207-363-3558 x 104.
2 Days of Antique Hunting with Randy

2 Days of Antique Hunting with Randy

Read the complete report here. Ogunquit and the surrounding area offers some of the best antique hunting anywhere. Randy Coulton, of Fancy That and the Village Food Market takes you on a two day journey of antique shops in the area. Oh the treasures you'll find!
Free Rapid HIV Testing

Free Rapid HIV Testing

Frannie Peabody Center
Every Tuesday 1 - 4 pm
Frannie Peabody Center offers free anonymous testing each Tuesday at 647 Rt. 1 Meadowbrook Plaza in York. The office is located in the mall tower. take elevator to the 3rd. floor, office suite 303. They also offer a brand new STD clinic for men and women, the first Tuesday of every month from 4-6 pm. Walk in or call 207-749-6818 for more info.
Looking to get involved with the gay community???

Looking to get involved with the gay community???

Ogunquit
summer of 2008
Frannie Peabody Center is looking for a few guys for HIV outreach at the bars and other venues this summer in Ogunquit. If you are interested in learning more please call; Jimmy at 207-363-3996 x 104
Sordid Lives

Sordid Lives

Booth Theater
Tuesdays-Saturdays July 22-August 2 8pm
OPENS TUESDAY JULY 22 Will Ty come out to his mother? Will Sissy quit smoking? Will Brother Boy escape the mental institution? Will Peggy rest in peace? These questions and many more will be answered at Booth Theater's production of Sordid Lives. For tickets call 207.646.8142. Or get more info here.
Miss Coco Peru

Miss Coco Peru

Maine Street Video Bar
August 29-30 8pm
Star of stage and screen, and Ogunquit favorite Miss Coco Peru returns to MaineStreet for 2 shows only. This one will sell out, so get tickets at MaineStreet's web site.
The Producers

The Producers

Ogunquit Playhouse
July 16-August 9, 2008
Don't miss the most Tony-Award Winning musical of all time, The Producers! It's Mel Brook’s hilarious story about producer Max Bialystock and his hapless accountant Leo Bloom, who try to oversell a Broadway flop only to incur complications when the show unexpectedly turns out to be a hit. The Ogunquit Playhouse is thrilled to be one of the first regional theatres in the country to recreate the Broadway production featuring Robin Wagner’s fantastic Tony-Award winning sets and William Ivey Long’s spectacular Tony award winning costumes in this one time only star studded production of The Producers! Visit The Ogunquit Playhouse for more info.
La Pizzeria Owners Celebrate 10 Years

La Pizzeria Owners Celebrate 10 Years

La Pizzeria
Andrew and Gennaro celebrate 10 years of owning La Pizzeria, the popular restaurant right in the center of town. We paid them a visit and sampled some of the cuisine. The pizza has always been great - but there were surprises waiting!
The Club is Back!

The Club is Back!

The Club is back and better than ever! Under new management and ready to make this summer the best one ever, this is Ogunquit’s premiere dance and video bar. With two floors of excitement, we have something for everyone.
Tapas & Tini's - The town's newest hit!

Tapas & Tini's - The town's newest hit!

Tapas & Tini's
Read our complete review here. Ogunquit's newest restaurant offers a cool, trendy decor, amazing food, an impressive assortment of 'Tinis and an experience not found anywhere else in Ogunquit.
Live Music

Live Music

BeachFire Bar & Grille
Satuday Nights
BeachFire offers live blues, jazz, motown, 70's and folk music every Friday and Saturday night; Located in Footbridge Village on Route One. For the most up-to-date listing, visit www.BeachFireMaine.com.

Support Gay Marriage in California

In an historic decision on May 15, the California Supreme Court ruled that same-gender couples deserve the freedom to marry under state law. Read about the issues and donate to the effort at Equality California.

HIGHLIGHTS

Footbridge Eatery

Footbridge Eatery

659 Route 1 207.641.2666
Two of our favorite Ogunquitians have taken over Mama's, and they are working hard serving breakfast, and lunch! It's extra convenient if you are north of town by the Footbridge beach. If not, the trip might be worth it. The deli features the art work of co-owner John Stands. This nellie deli is fun to visit!! Planning a party? John & Curtis also will cater your event. Call the boys at the Deli!
Tapas & Tini's

Tapas & Tini's

188 Main Street 207.646.9700
Ogunquit's newest restaurant offers a cool, trendy decor, amazing food, an impressive assortment of 'Tinis and an experience not found anywhere else in Ogunquit.
Harvest & Plate Catering, A division of Village Food Market

Harvest & Plate Catering, A division of Village Food Market

230 Main Street 207.646.2122
Specializing in preparing creative, seasonal menus for easy elegant entertaining. Commitment ceremonies, weddings, private parties, lobster bakes, corporate meetings and events. Please see our web site and catering menu at villagefoodmarket.com/catering.

FROM THE ARCHIVES

Halloween 2007

Halloween 2007

October 27, 2007
A fun night with great costumes all over town.
Mr. Ogunquit Contest 2007

Mr. Ogunquit Contest 2007

The Club
September 2, 2007
The annual Mr. Ogunquit Contest returned Labor Day Weekend and warmed up the town. Check out what has become a great community event over the past 30 years!


Ogunquit NOW

Sunday, July 20, 2008

The Producers-Matinee

Ogunquit Playhouse: 2:00pm

Summer T Dance

Maine Street Video Bar: 4:00pm

Pool Tournament

Maine Street Video Bar: 6:00pm

T Dance With DJ Susan Esthera

Maine Street Video Bar: 6:00pm-9:00pm

Mama Mia

Leavitt Theatre: 8:00pm

The Khris Francis Show

Front Porch Piano Bar: 9:00pm

Karaoke at MaineStreet-Locals Night

Maine Street Video Bar: 9:00pm

Monday, July 21, 2008

GO Ogunquit - Men's Group

Black Boar Inn: 7:00pm-9:00pm

Mama Mia

Leavitt Theatre: 8:00pm

The Khris Francis Show

Front Porch Piano Bar: 9:00pm

Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Pool Tournament

Maine Street Video Bar: 6:00pm

The Producers

Ogunquit Playhouse: 8:00pm

Mama Mia

Leavitt Theatre: 8:00pm

Sordid Lives

Booth Theater: 8:00pm

Karaoke at MaineStreet-Country

Maine Street Video Bar: 9:00pm

Wednesday, July 23, 2008

The Producers-Matinee

Ogunquit Playhouse: 2:30pm

The Producers

Ogunquit Playhouse: 8:00pm

Mama Mia

Leavitt Theatre: 8:00pm

Sordid Lives

Booth Theater: 8:00pm

Christine O'Leary

Maine Street Video Bar: 8:30pm

Karaoke at MaineStreet-Disco

Maine Street Video Bar: 9:00pm

The Khris Francis Show

Front Porch Piano Bar: 9:00pm

Thursday, July 24, 2008

The Producers-Matinee

Ogunquit Playhouse: 2:30pm

Dennis Crow at Wild Blueberry

Wild Blueberry Cafe: 6:00pm-10:00pm

The Producers

Ogunquit Playhouse: 8:00pm

Sordid Lives

Booth Theater: 8:00pm

Mama Mia

Leavitt Theatre: 8:00pm

Christine O'Leary

Maine Street Video Bar: 8:30pm

Long Island Iced Tea night

The Club: 9:00pm

The Khris Francis Show

Front Porch Piano Bar: 9:00pm

Friday, July 25, 2008

Dennis Crow at Wild Blueberry

Wild Blueberry Cafe: 6:00pm-10:00pm

The Producers

Ogunquit Playhouse: 8:00pm

Cheryl Wheeler

Jonathan's Restaurant: 8:00pm

Sordid Lives

Booth Theater: 8:00pm

Live Music

BeachFire Bar & Grille: 8:00pm

Piano Bar and Open Mic

Admiral's Inn: 8:30pm-11:30pm

Christine O'Leary

Maine Street Video Bar: 8:30pm

The Khris Francis Show

Front Porch Piano Bar: 9:00pm

Dancing with DJ James

The Club: 9:00pm-1:00am

Dancing with DJ Dave G

Maine Street Video Bar: 9:00pm-1:00am

Saturday, July 26, 2008

Live Music

BeachFire Bar & Grille: 8:00pm

Ellis Paul

Jonathan's Restaurant: 8:00pm

Sordid Lives

Booth Theater: 8:00pm

Christine O'Leary

Maine Street Video Bar: 8:30pm

Piano Bar and Open Mic

Admiral's Inn: 8:30pm-11:30pm

The Producers

Ogunquit Playhouse: 8:30pm

The Khris Francis Show

Front Porch Piano Bar: 9:00pm

Dancing with DJ Ken

Maine Street Video Bar: 9:00pm-1:00am