Our  annual sunset concert series kicks off soon! The sunset concerts, featuring local Maine musicians, will take place outdoors at LELT’s Hacker’s Hill Preserve in Casco.

The concerts are family-friendly and carpooling is encouraged. Attendees should bring chairs, blankets, warm layers, and a picnic. There is a suggested donation of $10 per adult (or an amount that is meaningful to you), which can be made via cash, check or Venmo at the event. Please do not let the suggested donation prevent you from attending, all are welcome. All proceeds support LELT’s conservation work in the Lake Region and the stewardship of Hacker’s Hill.

Wednesday, June 26th, 6 PM to 8 PM – Pan Fried Steel‍

Pan Fried Steel is a steel drum band based in Yarmouth, Maine. They have been playing performances and events together since 2000 and are led by director Ian Ramsey, who is the Chair of Visual and Performing Arts at North Yarmouth Academy.

Wednesday July 17th, 6 PM to 8 PM – Just Be-Cause

Just Be-Cause – composed of Christine Coté Baillargeon, Moe Baillargeon, and Jeanine Loubier with special guest Rusty Wiltjer -  hails from the Lake Region and will perform a wonderful array of originals and covers accompanied by guitar, mandolin, and percussion.

Wednesday, August 7th, 6 PM to 8 PM –  Bold Riley

Bold Riley is a folk quintet hailing from western Maine, known for full vocal harmonies and uplifting originals. Fiddle, guitar, banjo, accordion, bass, and percussion provide a wide range for listeners. Members take turns singing lead, and a strong sense of community drives the energy of their music.

Hacker’s Hill is located on Quaker Ridge Road in Casco and provides great views of Pleasant Mountain and the Presidential Mountain range. The property features open fields with a mowed walking path. There is also a restroom available. The gate to the top of the Hill is open to vehicles Mondays, Wednesdays and Sundays from 8:30am – sunset, and Fridays and Saturdays from 8:30am – 5pm. Entry is free, but donations are graciously accepted to support the care of the property. More information can be found at lelt.org/hackers-hill-preserve.

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