Plenty to do
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1/31/2010
Falmouth borders Portland, Maines largest city, so the nationally reconginized resturants, vibrant arts community, festivals, and shopping are all close. For the size of the town we have a great library. We have a bit of shopping, mostly along RT 1 with a few nice upscale womens and home type stores. We really are a car based community and while there is some expermentation with bus routes in to Portland, they certainly are not a cost effective use of tax dollars. We drive to activites. The schools/parks have tennis oourts, basketball and great outdoor ice rinks & cross country skiing in winter. Macinworth Island is a great place for a walk and has a small beach. The sea water is cold, even in summer, so swimming is limited to really hot days. The Falmouth harbor is filled with hundereds of boats. The many islands and beautiful coast line make Maine one of the most desirable summer boating areas in the nation. Maine Audobon maintains a beautiful nature area on an inlet. Falmouth has a few comminity festivals, the Santa/Christmas program is very popular with kids. Nearby communities have great local theaters. Portland's art and music community is thriving right now. First Friday Art Walk keeps gallery's open late. Lately (1/2010)it has been said the vibe/street sceen rivals something you would expect in New York. Falmouth has many good restarants and excellent stores that provide take out dinners for nights you dont want to cook. A number of churches sometimes offer perfomances by interesting perfomers, singers, bell ringers, etc.
The greater Portland area has a population of about 500,000, Maine 1 million. Considering the population base there is a wealth of activities, museums, and festivals. Drives are necessary. Maine offers some of the best outdoor recreation in the nation (hike, ski, boat, camp, raft, etc). Small town festivals can be unique and more laid back/not overwhelming. Summer brings the tourists and many special events but dont skip the winter festivals. Dress warm (windproof jackets/pants) and you will really enjoy them.
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