Forever Ours: PFAS and Plastics, a thought-provoking art exhibition exploring humanity’s complex relationship with persistent materials like microplastics and PFAS. Bringing together the work of 11 environmental artists whose visual and mixed-media pieces capture both the beauty and the burden of materials that have become “forever” intertwined with the natural world. Thursday to Saturday, 10:00 – 4:00, excluding holidays, through the Summer of 2026, at the Shaw Institute’s Environmental Education Center, 55 Main St, Blue Hill. FMI: Shaw Institute.

College of the Atlantic 24-Hour Challenge: Community Bonfire and Winter Fun. The community celebration with alumni, parents, friends, and neighbors coming together to support COA students and programs. Bonfire, ice skating, hot cocoa and cider, s’mores, and special guest appearances. Tuesday, February 10, 4:00–7:00, 105 Eden St, Bar Harbor. Learn more or make a gift at coa.edu/24hourchallenge.

Weekly Standout/Vigil in support of peace and justice in the US and beyond – the Middle East, Ukraine/Russia, and everywhere. In opposition to war, genocide, authoritarianism, and attacks on immigrant and others.  Every Wednesday, 12:00 noon – 12:30, Kenduskeag River Bridge, 6 State Street, Bangor. Signs provided or bring your own. Sponsored by the Peace and Justice Center of Eastern Maine. FMI: (207) 262-3706 or larryd@myfairpoint.net.

Inner Compass – Follow Your Heart & Move Toward What Matters. Access into heart’s intelligence through simple somatic practices, creative expression, and shared community connection. Bring your vision to life in clear and meaningful ways. Wednesday, February 11th, 4:00 – 5:30, Ebee’s Sweets at Orland Community Center, 21 School House Rd Ste 37. Orland. Info and Registration: https://mythiclife.net/ or email mythiclifecenter@gmail.com.

Northeast Harbor Library to host a free Scholarship Application Workshop in collaboration with the Maine Community Foundation. Learn about hundreds of scholarship opportunities and how to write a successful application. Open to youth and adult learners. Wednesday, February 11, 4 PM – 5 PM, Northeast Harbor Library, 1 Joy Road, Northeast Harbor. FMI: nehlibrary.org/events.

Reclaiming Childhood: Interrupting a Screen Based Childhood: Targeted to parents/caregivers of children ages birth-10. This workshop explores research around play and screen-based childhoods and the impact on children. Wednesday, February 11, 5:00, Blue Hill Public Library, 5 Parker Point Rd. Blue Hill. FMI: www.bhpl.net, or 374-5515.

Bon Vent Cider Hosts Open Jazz and Blues Sessions Weekly! A full band set up is provided. Bring an instrument, your voice, or simply enjoy the tunes. All are welcome. Every Wednesday, 6:00- 8:00, 684 US Highway 1, Hancock. FMI: Bon Vent Cider.

Mother’s Circle – A place for mothers/caregiver/aunties/grandmothers with babies six months and under. We gather to share stories, ask questions, have tea and chat. Toddlers welcome if they can be quietly entertained. Free! On the second and fourth Thursdays, 9:00 – 10:30, Ellsworth Public Library, 20 State St., Ellsworth. FMI: Mother’s Circle.

French Roast: French Conversation Group. Converse in French and keep language skills sharp. Monthly gatherings, usually the 2nd Thursday of the month, 1:00 – 2:30, at the Blue Hill Public Library, 5 Parker Point Rd., Blue Hill. To confirm dates and for more info: Blue Hill Public Library or 374-5515.

Annual pre-Valentine’s Day Bake Sale! Offering a variety of homemade holiday cookies and chocolate covered strawberries.  All proceeds to benefit the Mariaville Grange. Thursday, February 12, 2:00 – 4:00, The Mariaville Grange, 1675 Mariaville Road, Mariaville.