Ongoing

UMVA Art Exhibition: It’s the Small Things

Camden Public Library 55 Main Street, Camden

The Union of Maine Visual Artists presents It’s the Small Things, an art exhibition of small works running from May 5 to May 29, in the Picker Room Gallery of the Camden Public Library, 55 Main Street in Camden. An artists' reception will be held Saturday, May 9, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. All are...

Bird Week: International Migratory Bird Day

Sears Island Searsport

Dave Somers and Todd Miller lead this birdwalk with an eye to early arrivals on Sears Island, Searsport, Maine. Look for Red-winged Blackbirds, Common Grackles, Song Sparrows, and more. Celebrate Bird Week with the Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition.  All walks begin at 7:00 am and end at about 9:30. (Note the later ending time for...

Sebec River Canoe and Kayak Race

Sebec Reading Room 665 Moulton Hill Rd, Sebec

Three Rivers Kiwanis Milo-Brownville will be hosting our 20th annual Sebec River Canoe and Kayak Race May 9, 2026. Registration, with coffee and donuts, starts at 8:30 at the Sebec Reading Room, 665 Moulton Hill Rd, Sebec, ME  The race starts at 10:00. It's an 8-mile paddle with some Class II in the beginning. Race...

Yard Sale and Appraisal Fair

St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church 134 State Street, Ellsworth

St Dunstan's Episcopal Church, 134 State Street in Ellsworth, is hosting a Yard Sale and Appraisal Fair on Saturday May 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tables will be filled with our members’ reasonably-priced, quality gently-used items of all types and descriptions – household and decorative items, kitchenware, furniture, clothing, collectibles, outdoor and sports...

Mount View Class of 2026 Car Show Fundraiser

Mount View High School 577 Mt View Rd, Thorndike

Come support the Mount View Class of 2026 at the fifth annual Mount View Car Show Fundraiser! This year's event features demonstrations and vehicles owned by the Owls Head Transportation Museum, a scenic cruise from the event to Lake St. George Brewing and John's Ice Cream, great concessions, and children activities! See you there!

Museum of Maritime Pets 3rd Annual Charity Mini Golf Tournament

Golfers Crossing 7 Country Way, Rockport

This family-friendly event supports our museum's innovative outreach programs and enables us to offer free admission!  Match your skills with Maine Mini Golf Tour, our state's genial competitive league, which kicks off the day at 9:30 with a two-round tournament.  Or play with the general public starting at 11.  Prizes will be offered for best...

Glassblowing Mini Session: May Flowers

Waterfall Arts 256 High Street, Belfast

Join us for a 20-minute special glassblowing mini-session to sculpt your very own flower out of molten glass. Slots are available on Saturday, 5/9 from 10am to 3pm. This event takes place at Waterfall Arts, 256 High Street in Belfast, Maine – phone (207) 338-2222.

Techniques for Felt Jewelry

ArtWaves 1345-A State Highway 102, Bar Harbor

Explore wearable art with Phoebe Zildjian at ArtWaves. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn needle felting, simple embroidery, and how to turn soft felt into bold, textured jewelry. Experiment with color, shape, and style as you create pieces ready to wear. All materials are provided, and tea is included. Leave with several finished pieces and...

Gordon Thomas Ward in Concert at Eagle Hill Institute

Eagle Hill Institute 59 Eagle Hill Road, Steuben

An evening of music, storytelling, folklore, and history with beloved, multifaceted, Maine artist Gordon Thomas Ward. Not only will there be songs, stories (and many guitars) there will also be a very special surprise! In addition, check out the Eagle Hill Institute website for their delicious dinner-with-the-artist option. Don't miss this one!

Live Music at Fogtown: Smoked Salmon

Fogtown Brewing Company 25 Pine Street, Ellsworth

Live on the Fogtown Beer Garden stage at 25 Pine Street in Downtown Ellsworth, Fogtown is proud to once again host Smoked Salmon, playing at 5:30PM on Saturday May 9th. If you haven't seen then on the Fogtown stage before, Smoked Salmon is a wildly talented funk-rock tour de force. More info at Fogtown Brewing...

Surry Contra Dance! Gus & Pepin w/ Alyssa Adkins

Surry Grange 1229 Surry Rd, Surry

Where: Surry Grange, 1229 Surry Rd, Surry, ME 04684 Community Dance: 6pm - 7pm This is a fun and friendly dance for all ages! Bagaduce Music leads the Open Band (open to all musicians, instruments & skill levels). Show up 15 minutes early to get situated if you’d like to play with us! Dances are...

Queen City Improv at Brown Hall

Elm Street Congregational Church Brown Hall 70 Franklin St, Bucksport

Brown Hall Arts Committee Welcomes Queen City Improv back for a night of quick wit and great laughs.  Stay after for refreshments, meet the cast & friends old and new - part of the Know Your Neighbor Program.  $10 donation at the door.