Recreation in Southern Piscataquis County T he Southern Piscataquis County Chamber of Commerce represents all types of commerce in the area and strives to make Southern Piscataquis County a better place to live, work and play. During winter, snowmobile trails are groomed for a day out on the statewide networks of sledding byways. Summer brings the return of the Arcady Music Festival the fills the Congregational Church in dover-Foxcroft with chamber music, outdoor concerts by the Community Band, and an assortment of musical fare ranging from country to gospel. Art galleries and a variety of special shows and fairs feature works by area artists and craftspeople, reflecting talent from painting to sculpting and quilting to carving.
Local history comes alive at museums around the area.
The Piscataquis Valley Fair, and old-fashioned agricultural and free exhibition, signals the end of summer, but not before the many churches and clubs please public penchants and palates with eagerly anticipated bazaars and suppers. There's a special work ethic you'll find in employees at the various manufacturing plants, which makes for top-quality, crafted goods. While visiting our area, visit some of our many Made in Maine craftsmen shops. Just about anything can be purchased without traveling miles to the city. A modern hospital, area clinics, long term care facilities, and social agencies staffed by skilled professionals provide a full range of medical and counseling services, including health and consumer education programs.