The Annual Cundy’s Harbor Days tradition takes place August 1–3

The Annual Cundy’s Harbor Days tradition takes place August 1–3.

August 1, 2014 kicks off the Annual Cundy’s Harbor Days celebration with an ice cream social at the Cundy’s Harbor Library 6–7:30PM with a special event planned by the Harpswell Historical Society. The time is yet to be determined.

August 2 begins with the Fisherman’s 5K walk/run. Check-in/registration takes place 7:30–8AM at the Cundy’s Harbor Community Hall. Pre-registration is $12 (race day $15) contact Meriel Longely by email mare6m@gmail.com or call Sue Hawkes at 725-8468.

Handmade crafts on sale 9AM–3PM in the Church of the Nazarene parking lot. Interested in participating, contact Laura Darling at 522-0704.

The parade starts at 10AM, from the pond down to Holbrook’s Store. Includes antique and old autos, floats, and other surprises. Dancing entertainment on Holbrook’s lawn at 11amafter the parade.  To participate contact Barbara Burns at 721-0271.

The Cundy’s Harbor Volunteer Fire Department (CHVFD) Auxiliary luncheon is from 11AM–1PM (proceeds benefit the fire department). Lunch are options of: a lobster roll ($12), chicken salad roll ($8) or hot dog ($4) and include chips, drink and a homemade cookie.

The Blindman’s Dinghy Race will be followed by the Lobster Crate Races at 2PM at Holbrook’s Wharf. Anyone can participate.

Sunday, August 3 concludes with a the Blessing of the Fleet, performed by Pastor Veronica Gonsior, at 8AM at Watson’s Store on the wharf. All fishing vessels and boats are welcome to participate.

CHVFD Auxiliary wishes to expand the celebration and festivities and welcomes any suggestions and all volunteers, no matter the time or type of assistance available. Please contact Sandy Bichrest at 725-7770