I hope your week is off to a great start! Thank you to all who sent sent photos of their furry companions. Beginning next week, they will be featured in the Bulletin.
This Wednesday at Noon we will be joined by Earl Brechlin, who will be discussing his latest book. Earl has been writing and taking photographs on Mount Desert Island and in Maine as a journalist for more than 35 years. A Registered Maine Guide, and author of four Maine and New England history books based on antique postcards, as well as field guides to Maine and MDI, he says finding new ways to capture scenes or events that have been covered dozens of times before is the greatest challenge.
Readers of the Mount Desert Islander and The Ellsworth American are undoubtedly familiar with his work. His photographs and articles have also appeared in Newsweek, the New York Times, Downeast Magazine, Chevy Outdoors, Maine Sportsman, CNN.com, and various AMC books and magazines. He has also served as Communications Director for Friends of Acadia.
Earl’s latest book explores some of Maine’s unique and lesser known stories and characters. From the publisher, “So, you think you know Maine? Think again! It's not just the woods, waters, mountains, lobsters and lighthouses that define Maine. From Kittery to Eastport, from Fort Kent to Monhegan, Maine is home to natural wonders, quirky characters, remarkable inventors, and haunting ghosts and legends. Whether it's Moxie Nerve Food, the North American Wife Carrying Competition, UFO abductions along the Allagash, or Kathadin's role in creating Bambi, this book by long-time journalist Earl Brechlin celebrates all that makes the state unique - both real and imagined. It not only recognizes the historical giants of Maine and its natural beauty, but brings to life the myths, legends, truths, and tall tales that have been shared around Maine's campfires for generations.”
I hope you will join us on Wednesday, for what is sure to be a fun and informative lunchtime meeting! Please watch your email for Zoom details.
Finally, a reminder that we would like to add a section to our Bulletin with member news. Since we are not able to be together in person, many life events can pass without support or celebration. If you have news about yourself (or a fellow Rotarian) that you wish to share, please email me at stefanie@skogcottage.com. Martha and I will make sure it is shared in the next Bulletin.
