Leer y Charlar on ZOOM: The group will chat in Spanish about what they’ve been reading, Bring ideas for future recommendations. Hosted by the Camden Public Library, meets on second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, 1:00 – 3:00. For more info and a link to participate contact Lynn Taylor at leerycharlar@gmail.com.

Outdoor Story Time with Miss Amy. Camden Library re-introduces in-person story times and crafts with masks and social distancing. Please bring a blanket to help your children remain in their spaces. Wednesdays in December, 10:00 – 11:00, in the Amphitheatre. For all ages, weather permitting. Email Miss Amy to register at: alhand@librarycamden.org

TAKE-OUT ONLY  The Welcome Table Free Community Meal is offered every Wednesday at the First Congregational Church in Ellsworth, 2 Church St, across from the Ellsworth City Hall, 3:00 – 6:00. Meals are available by take-out only. Please call the church by 4 p.m. on Wednesdays, 667-8321, to reserve a free meal. FMI: krowholla@gmail.com.

Creative Art & Journaling. Meetings on Zoom and project ideas through email. Join this creative group for a different project Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:00 PM.  Email Amy at alhand@libarycamden.org if you would like to be emailed project ideas and a link to the Zoom Meeting. Presented by the Camden Public Library.

Courthouse Gallery presents “The Stairwell Show,” a salon-style exhibition in the Gallery’s lofty stairwell highlighting small works by eighteen artists. Dwarfed by a twenty-four foot high tin ceiling, the stairwell makes a grandiose presentation for these small, sometimes miniature, artworks. Through December 30th, at 6 Court St, Ellsworth, 11:00 – 5:00,  or online: www.courthousegallery.com. Phone 207-667-6611.

Don’t Tread on IP (Intellectual Property) Learn how to protect and defend your business’s IP with this free webinar on Thursday, December 10, 11:00 – 12:30. Hosted by Union River Center for Innovation! Reserve your spot today at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dont-tread-on-ip-free-webinar-tickets-128548904233?aff=calendar.

Tech Help Hour on Zoom. Do you have a question about a new device you’ve purchased? Do you need help transferring photos from your camera to your computer? We’ll try our best to help you navigate your technology troubles. Thursdays, 1:00 – 2:00 pm. Visit librarycamden.org/learn-research/techhelphour to make an appointment.

Downtown Ellsworth Legendary Pickle Hunt. Customers who find a hidden ceramic pickle will receive prizes such as discounts, door prizes. or gift certificates. Thursdays through December 17, 4:00 – 8:00. For more information about participating businesses and the event: www.EnjoyEllsworth.com.

The Future Forest of Coastal Maine. Dr. Nicholas Fisichelli, President and CEO of the Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park, discusses forest responses to climate change and climate adaptation frameworks to guide management actions. Hosted by the Camden Public Library, Thursday, December 10, 6:00 -7:00, on Zoom.  For a link: email jpierce@librarycamden.org .

The Maine Center for Coastal Fisheries in Stonington presents “Ask Leroy!” – a mini-video series featuring Captain Leroy Weed answering fishing-related questions with his on-the-water knowledge and humor. Episodes can be viewed any time online at coastalfisheries.org.