We are pleased to have John Otterbein as our November Artist of the Month!Known for his imaginative and whimsical approach, Mr. Otterbein’s paintings often feature playful humor and vibrant colors. He holds a degree in graphic design and photography from Arizona State University and spent many years as an art director and designer, specializing in flexographic printings for major corporations. Upon moving to Maine, he founded the Wooden Screen Door Company in Waldoboro, where he produced over 17,000 custom-made screen doors. After selling the business, he rekindled his passion for painting and was influenced by his admiration for Gary Larson’s “Far Side” cartoons. He studied watercolor under Grif Teller, a well-known painter of Pennsylvania Railroad scenes, and later with local artist Erica Qualey, who helped reignite his interest in watercolor. An artist’s reception will be held on Thursday Nov 6 from 4-6 pmLight refreshments will be served. Reception is free and open to all.

The highly anticipated Bremen Library Wreath Sale begins officially on Saturday Nov 22 from 9-2; Friday Nov 28 from 9-2; and Saturday Nov 29 from 9-12 at the Bremen Town House. However, beginning Sat Nov 15 and continuing weekdays through Nov 28 (Thanksgiving excluded) , you can stop in at the Town House from 9:30 am to noon and 1 - 2:30pm to purchase a wreath. Newly decorated wreaths will go on sale as they are made.