“It’s hard to get anyone to come out for anything in August,” a friend warned last week. Well, friend, you’re probably right. Lucky for us Scratchpad #3 wasn’t anything. It was something.
Photos by Bryan Bruchman.


The scene outside Mama’s CrowBar.


Straight outta Kennebunkport, Bridget M. Burns read excerpts from a story about a young woman whose sunny world takes a sudden dark turn.


Kate Sullivan-Jones got lost on her way to the bathroom at the state fair. Hijinks — and coffee brandy — ensued.


Tricia Pryce Henley shared a love story that spanned seventy-five years, then previewed the introductory essay for her next book of poetry.



Thanks to Mary for slinging beer.

Don’t forget: Scratchpad #4 is November 18. If you want to see your picture on this website on November 19, get in touch.