Storytime with Ms. Jen
2026-07-10 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Friend Memorial Public Library, 1 Reach Road, Brooklin, ME, 04616, United States
Stop by the Friend Memorial Public Library in Brooklin (1 Reach Road) for a preschool storytime, with bubbles, books, and songs! hosted each Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Storytime with Ms. Jen
2026-07-10 10:30 - 11:30 | Friend Memorial Public Library, 1 Reach Road, Brooklin, ME, 04616, United States
All children and caregivers are welcome to stop by the Friend Memorial Public Library in Brooklin (1 Reach Road) for a preschool storytime, hosted each Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. There are always bubbles, books, and songs, free of charge. Visit friendml.org for more details.

Early Literacy Connections in Belfast City Park!
2026-07-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Belfast City Park, Northport Avenue, Belfast, ME, 04915, United States
Belfast Free Library hosts four July Friday storytimes in Belfast City Park near the playground. Content is prepared for babies through age 6 with stories, puppets, songs and connections. Join us at City Park on Fridays July 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 10 am. In case of rain meet at the Belfast Free Library, 106 High Street, Belfast. For more information, www.belfastlibrary.org or 207-338-3884, ext 26.

Fiber Arts Craft Circle
2026-07-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Friend Memorial Public Library, 1 Reach Road, Brooklin, ME, 04616, United States
Join the Fiber Arts Craft Circle, hosted at the Friend Memorial Public Library in Brooklin (1 Reach Road), Fridays from 10 to 11 a.m. Visit friendml.org for more details.

Fiber Arts Craft Circle
2026-07-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Friend Memorial Public Library, 1 Reach Road, Brooklin, ME, 04616, United States
Stop by the Friend Memorial Public Library in Brooklin (1 Reach Road) and join the Fiber Arts Craft Circle, hosted each Friday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Whether you’re a novice interested in trying your hand at fiber arts, or a seasoned veteran looking to work on a project in the comfort of others, anyone and everyone is welcome to join free of charge. Visit friendml.org for more details.

The Art of Business: PR and Marketing Workshop for Artists and Entrepreneurs
2026-07-10 09:00 - 11:00 | Haley Art Gallery, 178 Haley Rd, Kittery, ME, 03904, United States
Business owners and artists looking to boost their brand visibility are invited to register for “The Art of Business: PR and Marketing Workshop for Artists and Entrepreneurs.”
The two-hour interactive workshop, held on two optional days: July 10 and July 11, 9-11 am at Haley Art Gallery (178 Haley Rd in Kittery, ME), will be led by Artscope Magazine art critic, Linda Sutherland, M.A., and founder of Global Cadence Consultancy and co-owner of Haley Art Gallery, Jackie Abramian.
Participants will gain valuable tips and guidelines to help develop and enhance their brand identity and outreach. The workshop fee of $75 includes light refreshments and a PR guidebook.
To register for the workshop, email haleygallery@comcast.net and indicate your preferred date.
Linda Sutherland has served as President of the UNH Museum of Art Board of Advisors and the NH Writers’ Project’s Board of Trustees for six years. For 21 years, she managed Nicolin Fields Publishing & PR, Inc., as president, senior publicist, and writer. She holds a Master’s degree in English Nonfiction Writing, a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, and an Interior Design degree from Chamberlayne-Mount Ida College.
Jackie Abramian is a corporate communications consultant for global technology and social enterprises, and co-owner with her husband, of Haley Art Gallery in Kittery, Maine. A regular contributor to national and international magazines on women peacebuilders, trailblazers, and social justice issues, Abramian serves on the boards of various NGOs. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in English and Journalism from Suffolk University, and several certificates in social entrepreneurship and digital journalism from Reuters Foundation and Copenhagen Business School, among others.
Contact: Haley Art Gallery at 617-584-2580 or haleygallery@comcast.net
linda@lindasutherland.com.

Save Our Summits Hike
2026-07-10 08:15 - 13:00 | Parkman Mountain Carriage Road Trailhead, Mount Desert, Maine, 04660, United States
Hike to one of Acadia’s iconic summits AND help Acadia National Park’s efforts to restore native vegetation!
Acadia National Park, in collaboration with Friends of Acadia and Schoodic Institute, invites tenacious hikers to bring bags of soil to the summits of Penobscot and Sargent Mountains to be used for plant restoration. You’ll get to choose how much soil you’ll carry – carrying as little as five pounds (about the size of a large freezer ziplock bag) is a huge help! This soil is integral to the ongoing summit restoration efforts in Acadia National Park.
Advanced registration is required for this event. Please register at https://friendsofacadia.org/soilhero

Bar Harbor Town Band - Village Green
2026-07-09 19:30 - 20:30 | Bar Harbor Village Green, Firefly Lane, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609, United States
Band concerts on the Green: A Bar Harbor tradition since 1898.
Free and fun for all ages!
All concerts begin at 7:30PM and are one hour in length, taking place on the Bar Harbor Village Green.
Concerts will be held rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, concerts will be held at the neighboring Bar Harbor Congregational Church.

Old-Time Appalachian fiddle & banjo music session
2026-07-09 18:30 - 21:00 | Bon Vent Cider, 684 US Highway 1, Hancock, ME, 04640, United States
Every Thursday evening through the Summer and Fall there is a open Old-Time jam session at Bon Vent Cider. Primarily focusing on trading tunes in the southern Appalachian traditional with the driving rhythm of the “Ithaca style”. We welcome players of all abilties and backgrounds who’d like to share tunes, and as always music lovers and listeners of all ages are welcome too!

Trivia Night at Fogtown
2026-07-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Fogtown Brewing Company, 25 Pine Street, Ellsworth, ME, 04605, United States
Fogtown’s Trivia Night is every Thursday evening at 6:30!
Come for the beer, cider & wood-fired pizza and test your knowledge at the Fogtown taproom, 25 Pine Street in Downtown Ellsworth.
Gather a team or come solo; plus, there are prizes to be won!

Author Talk with Abdi Iftin
2026-07-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Ellsworth Public Library, 20 State St, Ellsworth, ME, 04605, United States
Abdi Iftin—naturalized American, former refugee, and author of Call Me American—shares his journey from civil-war Somalia to the state of Maine. He’ll read from his memoir, reflect on what comes next, and take questions from the audience.

Family Lantern Making Workshop
2026-07-09 17:30 - 19:00 | Waterfall Arts, 256 High St, Belfast, ME, 04915, United States
Come play with visiting artist Valeska Populoh! Learn how to work with simple materials to make an illuminated object. Use upcycled water jugs or build a simple triangle structure with bamboo garden stakes and paper to build a lantern. Use tissue paper to decorate the exterior. Ages 6 and up—register children under age 10 with a caregiver, please. These lanterns will be perfect for our upcoming PLAY Parade in August.

Empty Bowls Fundraiser at H.O.M.E. Inc.
2026-07-09 16:30 - 18:30 | H.O.M.E. Inc., 90 School House Rd, Orland, ME, 04472, United States
H.O.M.E. Empty Bowls Fundraiser
Thursday, July 9 • 4:30–6:30 PM H.O.M.E., Inc. — 90 School House Rd, Orland Held in the parking lot of the H.O.M.E. Goodness Sake Food Pantry
H.O.M.E. is pleased to host our annual Empty Bowls Fundraiser, featuring beautiful handmade bowls created in H.O.M.E.’s Pottery Studio alongside pieces donated by local potters. Empty Bowls is a worldwide grassroots movement where artists and craftspeople come together to raise funds to help feed their neighbors.
With a suggested donation of $20, you’ll receive a unique, handcrafted bowl and enjoy a delicious meal served outdoors. Live music will add to the celebration, and Darling’s Ice Cream Truck will be on-site offering free ice cream.
All proceeds support the H.O.M.E. Goodness Sake Food Pantry, helping ensure that families in our community have access to nutritious food throughout the year.
Parking will be available across the street at the H.O.M.E. Gift Shop. While you’re here, stop in and explore our HOME‑made Gift Shop to see the incredible work created by our artisans and crafters.
As we move through the summer season, we are reminded that not all of our neighbors can fill their plates and bowls. Your participation helps make a meaningful difference.
Questions? 207‑469‑7961 ext. 105 www.homemmausa.org facebook.com/HOMEINC1970

DRJ Community Circle
2026-07-09 16:30 - 17:30 | Northeast Harbor Library, 1 Joy Rd, Northeast Harbor, ME, 04662, United States
A discussion space to share, listen and support each other while acknowledging differing experiences, facilitated by Downeast Restorative Justice. Upcoming topics:
JULY 9: Grief; how does our culture make space or not for grief? How do we process grief in community?
AUG 13: Affordability; in what ways is our community affordable, or not? Are there solutions for the year round community?
SEPT 10: Communication & Conflict; how do we communicate when in conflict and what are ways we can better communicate when in conflict in community?

Monthly Sea Chantey Singalongs
2026-07-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Penobscot Marine Museum, 2 Church St, Searsport, ME, 04974, United States
Sing along or listen as PMM staff and volunteers lead an afternoon of sea chanteys and sailors’ songs. If you have a chantey to share, you are welcome to lead one. There will also information about how these songs were used as work songs. Attend once or come regularly. All ages are welcome, and no experience is needed.

Woodburning Workshop
2026-07-09 14:00 - 16:00 | Wendell Gilley Museum, 4 Herrick Road, Southwest Harbor, ME, 04679, United States
In this beginner-friendly two-hour class, you’ll learn the basic techniques of decorative woodburning and will create an image of a feather to take home. Using a pen-like burning tool, you’ll start by practicing mark-making techniques to explore options and possibilities with the wood burner. Then you will create an image of a feather by copying a design from nature or making up your own design. All materials provided. Students must be at least 8 years old.

Ninth Annual Cakes and Authors Event
2026-07-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Friend Memorial Public Library, 1 Reach Road, Brooklin, ME, 04616, United States
Stop by the Friend Memorial Public Library in Brooklin (1 Reach Road) for our 9th annual Cakes and Authors event, hosted on Thursday 7/9 from 1 to 3 p.m. A celebration of our patrons, six local Maine authors will be selling books and there will be many kinds of cake! Music from jazz pianist Scott Cleveland will accompany the event, along with free books, children’s crafts, and our popular free raffle.

9th Annual Cakes & Authors at the Friend Memorial Public Library
2026-07-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Friend Memorial Public Library, 1 Reach Road, Brooklin, ME, 04616, United States
The Board of Trustees of the Friend Memorial Public Library will host its annual Cakes & Authors Party, now in its ninth year on Thursday July 9th from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. on the library grounds. It’s the library’s way of thanking its patrons and the community for its continued support. This year six authors will be on hand to discuss their work and the writing process, and to autograph books. To compliment the authors the library is offering delicious cakes and cookies, music, children’s crafts and a free raffle.

Bring Your Device to Lunch
2026-07-09 12:00 - 13:30 | Ellsworth Public Library, 20 State St, Ellsworth, ME, 04605, United States
This is one in a series of Bring Your Device to Lunch sessions across Ellsworth
Register for the event at the library at 207.667.6363
This is for you if
you have urgent questions you wish you could ask someone about your device.
you struggle to find the right person to help you get stuff done on your device.
you are frustrated because you don’t seem to find the right answers.
Bring your device and a brown bag lunch & we’ll help you get the most from your technology.
We offer a welcoming and friendly space to get help with whatever devices you use.
We answer questions, neighbor to neighbor and share information about how to get more support to make your device work for you.
This event is a great opportunity to talk to our IT assistant as well as our Computer Tutor David Gee and our partners.

Mah Jongg Open Play
2026-07-09 10:30 - 12:00 | Friend Memorial Public Library, 1 Reach Road, Brooklin, ME, 04616, United States
Stop by the Friend Memorial Public Library in Brooklin (1 Reach Road) for Mah Jongg Open Play, hosted each Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Whether you’re just looking for a new game to try out or an experienced player, anyone and everyone is welcome to join free of charge. Visit friendml.org for more details.

Read to a Dog at Belfast Free Library this Summer!
2026-07-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Belfast Free Library, 106 High Street, Belfast, ME, 04915, United States
Readers can drop in, pick a book and pick a certified therapy dog and READ! Reading to a dog has been proven to increase reading fluency and reduce reading anxiety. Thursdays July 9, 16, and 23 from 10:30-11:30 am at Belfast Free Library, 106 High Street, Belfast. For more information, www.belfastlibrary.org or 207-338-3884, ext 26

School Garden Summer Tours
2026-07-09 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-09 08:00 - 10:00 | Maine School Garden Network, State House Station 28, Augusta, ME, United States
The Maine School Garden Network hosts School Garden Summer Tours which are free and open to the public and run from late June through early August, with stops all across the state. These tours are a fantastic opportunity to connect with school garden coordinators and community members, explore different sites, gather fresh ideas and share your own garden experiences. Interested in attending a tour in Summer 2026? RSVP to brittany@msgn.org.
School Garden Summer Tours Schedule 2026
Falmouth Schools Thu June 25th, 10 am
Hosted w/Maine Farm and Sea to Institution Network
Two Tours One Day!
Edgecomb Elementary School Thu July 9th, 8-10 am
Our 2027 School Garden of the Year featured on the 2027 School Garden of the Month Calendar.
South Bristol School Thu July 9th, 10am-12pm
Mount Desert Elementary Sat August 1st, 10am-12pm
Our 2026 School Garden of the Year featured on the 2026 School Garden of the Month Calendar.
Jonesport Beals High School Wed August 5th, 4:30-6:30pm
Hosted w/Maine Agriculture in the Classroom
Thank you Sewall Foundation and Maine Agriculture in the Classroom for your support!

Playdate with a Sketchbook
2026-07-09 09:30 - 12:00 | Waterfall Arts, 256 High St, Belfast, ME, 04915, United States
Have you ever bought a brand-new sketchbook and then you were afraid to “ruin” it? Or said to yourself, “I don’t know what to do with the beautiful art supplies that I have collected”? This beginner course will explore stress-free techniques to build your skills and confidence while creating art in a sketchbook with paints, drawing tools and a variety of papers.
Bring a sketchbook of your choice. (We recommend a sketchbook with paper that is labeled for mixed media use or at least a paper of 98 pound weight. A standard size of 5.5 by 8.5 inches makes it more manageable and portable). All other materials will be supplied, but feel free to bring in any of your favorite writing tools, paints, glue sticks or papers to include in your sketchbook.

Mother's Circle
2026-07-09 09:00 - 10:30 | Ellsworth Public Library, 20 State St, Ellsworth, ME, 04605, United States
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.

2nd Wednesday House Party: DownEast New Music
2026-07-08 19:00 - 22:00 | Bagaduce Music Performance Hall, 49 South St, Blue Hill, ME, 04614, United States
2ND WEDNESDAY HOUSE PARTY Bagaduce Music invites the public to shake up their midweek routine with Second Wednesday House Concert Series, a brand-new monthly music series that blends the warmth of a house concert with the buzz of a community party.

Dance Party with the Souldbenders
2026-07-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Stonington Opera House, 1 School Street, Stonington, ME, 04681, United States
We’re moving all the seats out of the theater for a “soul-bending” dance party with local legends, the Soulbenders, a multi-generational group from DownEast Maine that aims to translate the grit, grace, and greatness of the American dance and jazz music of the 60’s and 70’s into something that can root itself into the hungry soil of the present.

Fogtown Open Mic
2026-07-08 18:00 - 20:30 | Fogtown Brewing Company, 25 Pine Street, Ellsworth, ME, 04605, United States
Fogtown Open Mic is every Wednesday at 6pm at Fogtown Brewing Company, 25 Pine Street, Downtown Ellsworth.
Featuring a full back-line, and very supportive community! Come play a song, jam with a band, or read poetry!

Jazz & Blues Open Session
2026-07-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Bon Vent Cider, 684 US Highway 1, Hancock, ME, 04640, United States
Every Wednesday evening from 6-8 pm, Zach Gorrell and Micheal Bennett host a very laid back and welcoming Jazz & Blues session at Bon Vent Cider. Into its 2nd year of running, this session is chock full of incredible local talent, and you never quite know who is going to sit in. Free and open to the public, with all players, and singers of any ability welcome.
