Art & Journaling for Teens & Adults. Every Wednesday, Amy Hand facilitates creative art and journaling projects through emails and Zoom. On the 2nd Wednesday of the month, it’s in-person too, with a “hybrid” format, in-person in the Camden Public Library’s Picker Room and on Zoom. Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:00. For the Zoom link: [email protected]. FMI: librarycamden.org.

GSA Steelband. A great opportunity for all high school students, regardless of musical background or ability. Pan music is some of the most accessible music out there! Learn to play pan, all students of the Blue Hill peninsula are encouraged to join. FMI: Martin Conte at [email protected].

Spanish Conversation: Practice speaking Spanish together. All levels are welcome, $2 per person goes to the community center. Wednesday evenings, 5:30 – 6:30, at The Gatherings, 1208 Surry Rd, Surry. FMI: [email protected], 207-385-7694, or www.surrygatherings.org.

New Ventures Maine’s Building Confidence. Navigating recent changes, looking for a job, starting a business? Join this online class to assess your confidence and learn concrete tools to help you build your confidence and keep it strong. Wednesdays, January 25 – February 8, 6:30 – 7:30. Contact Suzanne Senechal-Jandreau at 207-768-9635 OR Click Here To Register

Outdoor Preschooler Story Time with Miss Amy. Camden Public Library’s Children’s Librarian Miss Amy hosts outdoor story times especially themed for preschoolers. Thursdays, 10:00 – 11:00, in the Children’s Garden, weather permitting. Please bring a blanket to sit on to help your children remain in their spaces. For information email Miss Amy: [email protected].

 Outdoor Tai Chi & Qigong. These beginning tai chi and qigong classes are beneficial for people of all levels of fitness. In-person, Mondays and Thursdays, 11:00 – 12:00 noon, Camden Public Library.  For more info and to reserve your spot contact Anna Dembska at [email protected]

Writers Block – Story Sleuths: a fun and supportive place for reluctant writers and passionate storytellers to explore their writing among a group of peers  in a free afterschool program designed for young people 11 – 14.  Thursdays, February 2 – March 16, 3:30 – 5:30, Waterfall Arts, 256 High St Belfast. Register at: https://www.tellingroom.org/programs/writers-block-belfast

Creative Art Afternoons for Kids! A wonderful afterschool activity for kids interested in developing their artistic skills and experimenting with new crafts. Facilitated by Camden Public Library Youth Librarian Miss Amy. In-person, Thursdays 4:00 – 5:00, Camden Public Library, 55 Main St. To sign up or for more info: librarycamden.org or 236-3440.

GSA Steelband. A great opportunity for all high school students, regardless of musical background or ability. Pan music is some of the most accessible music out there! Learn to play pan, all students of the Blue Hill peninsula are encouraged to join. FMI: Martin Conte at [email protected].

Come share your talent at Open Mic Nights at Fogtown Brewing Company in Ellsworth!  Every Thursday through April, 6 :00 – 8:00  – sign up begins at 5:30, 25 Pine Street, Ellsworth.  More info at fogtownbrewing.com.