2009 Mushers Bowl—Winter Carnival Schedule of Events

Contact the Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Chamber at 207-647-3472 for up to the moment details.

The Chamber Information Center will be the outpost for all details on events and changes to the Mushers Bowl Winter Carnival activities.  Call us at 207-647-3472 for any MBWC 2009 questions.  We can also help you find places to stay, places to eat...call us or go to our website at www.mainelakeschamber.com for local information.

MUSHERS BOWL WINTER CARNIVAL BUTTONS CAN BE PURCHASED BEGINNING IN DECEMBER 2008 AT THE CHAMBER AND AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN AND AROUND BRIDGTON.

More information to come so check back often!!

2009 SCHEDULE

FRIDAY, JANUARY 16th

Winter Carnival Open House at Gallery 302-Wine and Cheese Reception
112 Main St., Bridgton   647-2787
5 PM to 7 PM

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17th

The 3rd Annual Bridgton Academy Mid Winter Massacre Dodge Ball Tournament at Bridgton Academy.  This is the game you either loved...or hated in school.  Join us in Bridgton, the Dodgeball Capital of Maine.

The 3rd Annual Bridgton Lake Region Rotary Wine Tasting

SUNDAY, JANUARY 18th

The Lakes Biathlon

THURSDAY, JANUARY 22nd

Winter Carnival After Hours - Open to the public

The 5th Annual Chamber All Stars vs. the combined Bridgton Police/Fire Departments Basketball Classic to support C.H.O.I.C.E.S.  The game will benefit local programs that promote healthy life choices for youth.  Free if wearing a Winter Carnival Button   7:30 PM at Bridgton Academy.  In 2008, the Police and Fire Department won a close 85-80 game.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23rd

The Winter Carnival Variety Show 
 

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24th

Mushers Bowl Dogsled Races and Skijoring

Horse Drawn Rides Free with Winter Carnival Button

Bridgton Community Center Craft Fair, Depot St.
BCC Cafe serving hot dogs, homemade soup, bread & dessert

Dog Sled Rides at Highland Lake, Bridgton   $20 for a half hour ride
Call the Chamber to sign up at 207-647-3472

Positive 89.3 Live broadcast from Highland Lake Beach

Free Snowmobile Rides at Highland Lake Town Beach provided by the Bridgton Easy Riders Snowmobile Club.  Donations appreciated.

Ping Pong Tournament Bridgton Town Hall, N. High St.

Free Ice Skating Town Hall Skating Rink, N. High St.  Free skates available for use.

Winter Carnival Ice Fishing Contest at Highland Lake, Bridgton.  Sponsored by Unc'l Lunckers's Bait and Tackle.  Ages up to 16. 

"Freezing for a Reason" at Highland Beach  Sponsored by Harvest Hills Animal Shelter.

Star Gazing Show, Dome Planetarium, Technical advice on telescope equipment also available, Bridgton Municipal Building lower level  647-3086

Winter Carnival Dance-Dave Lee presents the 5th Annual Deep Freeze Bluegrass Festival at the Bridgton Town Hall (26 N. High St., Route 302)   Proceeds to benefit LEA and Maine's lakes.  Tickets are available at LEA, The Cool Moose and at the door for $12 per adult; $20 per couple; and $24 per family.

Star Gazing Show, Bridgton Academy  Enjoy a beautiful night of wonder and excitement as you travel the universe.  Wear your MUSH button to let us know who you are.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 25th

Mushers Bowl Dogsled Races and Skijoring

Horse Drawn Rides Free with Winter Carnival Button

Broomball Tournament Form a team (6 people)  $20 per team

Bridgton Community Center Craft Fair, Depot St. 
BCC Cafe  serving hot dogs, homemade soup, bread & dessert
Bridgton Community Center

Dog Sled Rides at Highland Lake, Bridgton  $20 for a half hour ride
Call the Chamber to sign up 647-3472

Free Snowmobile Rides at Highland Lake Town Beach provided by the Bridgton Easy Riders Snowmobile Club.  Donations appreciated.

Free Ice Skating Town Hall Skating Rink, N. High St.  Free skates available for use.

Mushers Bowl Awards Ceremony & Supper at Five Fields Farm.  Light supper provided for Mushers.