Remembering Holly Hancock

The Casco Days volunteers, the town of Casco, and the Lake Region community at large mourns the loss of our beloved Holly Hancock (1956-2023). Holly passed away peacefully in September but leaves a hole in our Casco Days family. Holly was an active member of the greater Casco community her entire life, a town and a community she dearly loved. Holly was deeply involved in … Continue reading Remembering Holly Hancock

2023 Casco Days Recap

A tradition since 1935, last week we celebrated what community and family fun is all about at the 88th annual Casco Days! As we pack up the final stuffed animals, disassemble the rides and tents, count the final coins, and reflect on this tradition that’s spanned nearly nine decades, all we can say is ‘WOW!—we are so lucky to live in this beautiful community with such tremendous people and support! Despite mother … Continue reading 2023 Casco Days Recap

Casco Days a display of pride and generous community spirit

One of the last all-volunteer fairs in Maine, the Casco Days event has, since 1935, been a display of pride and generous community spirit. Though humble in size, Casco Days is a bright example of volunteers who devote their time and energy to create an event that feels like a grand fair for three days of the year in Casco, Maine. Chasing Maine is a … Continue reading Casco Days a display of pride and generous community spirit

Remembering the life of Dave Morton, life-long Casco Days volunteer

We are deeply saddened to share the passing of Casco’s beloved town manager of 41 years, Dave Morton. For every year Dave served as town manger, he was equally as invested and supportive of Casco Days. One of Dave’s biggest claims to Casco Days fame was his involvement with the beloved beano tent. He began as Ralph Maines’ assistant and eventually became the Chairman of … Continue reading Remembering the life of Dave Morton, life-long Casco Days volunteer

2023 Casco Days Schedule!

It’s that time of year again! Don’t miss the fun, always the last Saturday in July! See below for the full schedule for the 2023 weekend. One of the last all-volunteer fairs in Maine, Casco Days has been a display of pride and generous community spirit since 1935. Whether it’s your first time experiencing the event or a decades-long family tradition, Casco Days is the epitome of … Continue reading 2023 Casco Days Schedule!

Celebrating the life of long-time Casco Days volunteer, Melissa Kluge

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we share sad news of Melissa Jill Klluge’s passing. She loved being the Grand Parade organizer and coordinator of all the small details, helping make Casco Days a success year after year. To learn more about her life and legacy, please read her complete obituary online. The entire Casco Days volunteer crew and community will miss … Continue reading Celebrating the life of long-time Casco Days volunteer, Melissa Kluge