Castine Historical Society's 2026 exhibition of Francis Hamabe's Maine: A Life in Art, 17 School Street, Castine Curated by Carl Little, a curator, art critic, and friend of Hamabe, Francis Hamabe’s Maine is a joyful exploration of an artist’s interpretation of Maine. Please check castinehistoricalsociety.org for dates and times or call 207-326-4118 Francis Hamabe’s Maine: A Life...
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Greenhorns and Downeast Salmon Federation are pleased to announce For All the Fish, a free conference and concert taking place on Sunday, May 31, 2026, featuring Maine-based headliner The Mallett Brothers Band. For All the Fish celebrates Downeast Maine’s extraordinary coastal ecosystem and the communities whose lives and livelihoods are deeply connected to its waters....
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Join ecologists and master naturalists Aleta McKeage and Erik Klausmeyer for a springtime walk around the Belfast City Park Arboretum. Our experts will be highlighting the relationships between the birds, trees, and other common park visitors and inhabitants. Be sure to bring your binoculars, as well as bug spray and weather appropriate gear! The walk...
Free
Take Action for Palestine! Gather in solidarity with the Palestinian people and against the complicity of the US. Call for immediate permanent ceasefire, no further US funding or military aid for the Israeli government's war crimes, demand that humanitarian and life-saving aid needed by the civilian population in both Gaza and the West Bank be...
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Join us for an afternoon of camaraderie and entertainment at Reel Pizza in Bar Harbor. Who doesn’t need a good laugh right about now? We’ll be screening one of our favorite classic political comedies: a 90’s film starring Kevin Kline and Sigourney Weaver about a good-guy presidential imposter who takes over from a crooked commander-in-chief...
$25
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Join us for an afternoon of camaraderie and wine/cider tasting at Cafe This Way in Bar Harbor. Join us for wine and cider tasting after the film at Reel Pizza! Cafe This Way will be hosting this tasting event on Sunday, May 31, in the afternoon after our film screening at Reel Pizza just across...
$25
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An Evening with Livingston Taylor at Johnson Hall Opera House in downtown Gardiner, Maine – Sunday, May 31, 2026, at 7:30 pm. Step into an unforgettable night with acclaimed singer-songwriter Livingston Taylor—a master storyteller whose remarkable career spans more than five decades of music, performance, and teaching. With over 100 shows a year, Livingston brings a...
$30
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4 events,
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Young families: Join us for a free singing, dancing, jamming time when Music Together from the Midcoast Music Academy visits the Belfast Free Library on Monday, June 1 from 10:00-10:45 am, 106 High Street, Belfast.
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Mary Freeman, Assoc. Professor of History, U Maine Orono reveals that social networking existed long before computers. Using the technology of the day, abolitionists reached out to the public with their message of freedom. The public is invited. Admission by donation.
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Flash! In the Pans Monday Evening Pan Dance Three cracks of a cowbell and music erupts! Join Flash! in the Pans steel drum band, Monday June 1st for a pan dance at the Castine Town dock. 7:30pm to 9PM. There will be music, dancing, socializing and fun! Food trucks are on site. This is an...
Free
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5 events,
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Join GSA staff, faculty and friends on the front lawn of the Academy House on the GSA campus. There will be light refreshments, community and tradition. The money raised on Giving Day will go to the GSA Annual Fund, supporting academics, co-curricular, fine arts, and athletic programs for all GSA students. Join us for this 8-week hand-building pottery 2 class where we will build on pinching, coiling and slab building. This class is scheduled for 5/12 to 6/30 from 9am to 12pm. This event takes place at Waterfall Arts, 256 High Street in Belfast, Maine – phone (207) 338-2222. 
Join us for Open Mic Night at Hammond Hall - the first Tuesday of the month! This monthly event gives new artists a chance to shine on stage, showcasing local talent. Musicians, bands, poets, performance artists and more are encouraged to join! All are welcome. This event is free, though donations are appreciated. For more...
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The program pairs Britten’s powerful String Quartet No. 2 with Dvořák’s rarely performed and deeply expressive Bass Quintet. Joining the quartet is renowned bassist Edwin Barker, former Principal Bass of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and one of the nation’s leading chamber musicians. Composed in 1945, Britten’s String Quartet No. 2 is a landmark work filled... |
4 events,
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Join us on June 13th for Paces for PAWS, a fun-filled morning supporting homeless animals right here in our community! Whether you’re running the full 5K or enjoying a casual walk with friends and family, every step helps animals in need. The race kicks off at the Train Depot Terminus (13 Oak Hill Rd, Belfast,...
$35
Join us for a guided walking tour of the Haystack campus. Tour admission is a suggested donation of $5 per adult, and pre-registration is required: https://www.haystack-mtn.org/visit Tour participants will need to navigate uneven terrain and many stairs. Out of respect for workshop participants, the tours do not enter studios or other buildings. For safety, the...
$5
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The program pairs Britten’s powerful String Quartet No. 2 with Dvořák’s rarely performed and deeply expressive Bass Quintet. Joining the quartet is renowned bassist Edwin Barker, former Principal Bass of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and one of the nation’s leading chamber musicians. Composed in 1945, Britten’s String Quartet No. 2 is a landmark work filled... |
5 events,
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To honor the Sargentvile Library theme of “Legacy & Lore” poet Bea Gates will read new work & poems from The Burning Key, New & Selected Poems, 1973-2023. A meditation on hope as resistance and a testament to the communities and legacies that sustain intimate relationships, queer histories and intergenerational social movements. California Poet Laureate,...
Free
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...
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To honor the Sargentville Library theme of “Legacy & Lore,” local poet Beatrix Gates will talk about her ongoing progression as a poet-revealing community histories & praising mentors by reading new work and poems from "The Burning Key." From Dana Delibovi: "Haunting, smoldering love colors every page of...the poet’s new and selected poems, spanning 50...
Free
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Where: The Neighborhood House - 1 Kimball Rd, Northeast Harbor, ME 04662 When: 7pm – 10pm Come join us for the first contra dance as part of Bar Harbor Pride! The dance will be called by the one and only Alice Slater, with music by local legends Gus La Casse and Pepin Mittelhauser. Admission: $15-$20...
$15 – $20
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10 events,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,... 
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,...
Free
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.
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Homeschool families are invited to the Penobscot Marine Museum for a hands-on educational visit designed for all ages. Participants can learn about Searsport sea captains and their families, enjoy crafts, and join a Set Sail demonstration. After the structured program ends at 3pm, families are welcome to explore independently. Registration required.
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Friday, June 5th: From Bar Harbor Pride, Fogtown's 7th annual all-ages drag show features Maine's famous Curbside Queens. At Fogtown's Beer Garden, 25 Pine Street in Downtown Ellsworth, Pride Fest will start at 3pm with the Curbside Queens show running from 5-7. There'll be face painting, t-shirt printing, oysters bar. and much more! Learn more...
Free
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Teens ages 12+ are invited to join Teen Services Librarian Kendall at the Blue Hill Public library on Friday, June 5 from 3:30-5:00 p.m. for The Y.A. Cafe! This is an open, monthly group for teens to socialize and enjoy refreshments. There will be board games to play, along with crafts and art projects. This...
Free
There is something magical about a birch grove. Maybe it's the sense of light, maybe the texture, or even the distinctive black and white patterns. Imagine the WOW factor when you add in the coast or mountains and put it all together in stained glass. Here is your chance to work with ArtWaves' glorious assortment...
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It’s true– the DSQ turns 35 this year! Join us for a big celebration with some great music, two wonderful guest artists, a fabulous hall and a fun post concert catered reception. Speeches will be made and stories shared marking this milestone, so come take part in the festivities. The program: Antonín Dvořák Quintet for...
$75
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The Hancock Woman’s Club and Hancock Historical Society will revive two cabaret shows which were performed by members of the Woman’s Club and members of the community in 1972 and 1983. The historical cabaret promises to be a nostalgic evening of music, dance, and storytelling. It was originally staged to raise money for the Woman’s...
Free
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6 events,
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In Acadia National Park, scientists and resource managers work hard to slow the spread of invasive plants. But plants don’t stop at park boundaries. These invasive species can be found all over Mount Desert Island, from roadsides to landscaped gardens. Some of the most common invasive shrubs found in Acadia were introduced as ornamental plants...
Free
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5th Annual Rhubarb Festival: Celebrate all things rhubarb with food, music, vendors, and a “Rhubarb is Sexy” fashion show. Saturday, June 6, 2026, noon–6 p.m., Kendall Farm, 20 Kendall Farm Road, Perry, ME. Info: 207-214-1124 or www.kendallfarmcottages.com/rhubarbfestival.
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In book binding, fabrics are backed with paper so that they can be glued to book board covers without wet adhesives seeping through and marring the fabric. Join Joelle in learning how to back your favorite fabrics for future use. Students will be required to bring a variety of fabrics that they want to back....
$45
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The Belfast Bay Fiddlers will share the stage with the Boston Scottish Fiddle Orchestra, directed by Neil Pearlman, in a concert Saturday, June 6 at 2:00 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Belfast. The groups’ performances will include jigs, reels, waltzes, strathspeys, and other music with Scottish, Cape Breton, French Canadian, Irish, and American...
Free – $20
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Historic Alna presents the Jamie Saft Trio in concert at Alna's 1789 Meetinghouse on Saturday, June 6, at 3:00 PM. Doors open at 2:30. Pianist, keyboardist, and composer Jamie Saft, who makes his home in Alna, has performed and recorded with Iggy Pop, the Beastie Boys, John Zorn, Laurie Anderson, and many others, and has... |
5 events,
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Hand in Hand: Poetry and Contact Improv Workshop Sunday June 7, 2026 from 10am - 1pm at Waterfall Arts, 256 High Street, Belfast Maine Facilitated by Sampson Spadafore, theatre artist and poet, and Lou Hoecker, winner of the Trans Poetics Archive 2026 Poetry Anthology Contest. Born out of a desire for physical connection and expression,...
Free
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The Ellsworth Pride Festival is an annual, day-long event in downtown Ellsworth featuring local LGBTQIA+ performers, food vendors, craft vendors, and a health resource fair, and is attended by over 600 people each year. The Festival is open and inclusive to all, with no cost to attend the event as an individual, nonprofit, or small business.... Take Action for Palestine! Gather in solidarity with the Palestinian people and against the complicity of the US. Call for immediate permanent ceasefire, no further US funding or military aid for the Israeli government's war crimes, demand that humanitarian and life-saving aid needed by the civilian population in both Gaza and the West Bank be...
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Dustbowl Revival is an seven piece roots soul group who has been pushing the boundaries of acoustic music for the last decade.
$33
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2 events,
Three cracks of a cowbell and music erupts! Come join Flash! In the Pans for an evening of music, dancing, fun, and socializing. Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill Town Park. Food trucks will be on site. This is an all ages, free event. Donations are welcome...
Free
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2 events,Join us for this 8-week hand-building pottery 2 class where we will build on pinching, coiling and slab building. This class is scheduled for 5/12 to 6/30 from 9am to 12pm. This event takes place at Waterfall Arts, 256 High Street in Belfast, Maine – phone (207) 338-2222. |
3 events,
Linda Buckmaster's Traveling Literary Banners, "Of Cod and Communities," will be at the Mulholland Gallery in Lubec June 10 to 30. The Reception is Saturday June 13 at 5 p.m. The exhibit consists of eight 3' x 5' soft fabric banners adapted from Linda's book, "Elemental: A Miscellany of Salt Cod and Islands," which reflects...
Free
Join us for a guided walking tour of the Haystack campus. Tour admission is a suggested donation of $5 per adult, and pre-registration is required: https://www.haystack-mtn.org/visit Tour participants will need to navigate uneven terrain and many stairs. Out of respect for workshop participants, the tours do not enter studios or other buildings. For safety, the...
$5
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6 events,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. 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... 
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...
Free
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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 be information about how these songs were used as work songs. Attend once or come regularly. All ages are welcome, and no experience is needed. |
11 events,
ROCKPORT, MAINE – The Town of Rockport presents the wildly popular Rockport Donut Festival for its 4th year on June 12 & 13, 2026. While paying homage to the history of the donut, the two-day summer kick-off event will be jam packed with family-friendly activities in downtown Rockport and Marine Park, live music, food trucks,...
Free
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,...
Free
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,... 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.
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Homeschool families are invited to the Penobscot Marine Museum for a hands-on educational visit designed for all ages. Participants can learn about Searsport sea captains and their families, enjoy crafts, and join a Set Sail demonstration. After the structured program ends at 3pm, families are welcome to explore independently. Registration required.
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Make Your Own Mosaic Pieces Workshop What if you could create your own mosaic pieces ? Each student will work with clay to create and paint thin tiles appropriate for mosaics. Instead of relying on commercial materials, students will learn how to design and make custom ceramic components that reflect their own ideas, stories, colors,...
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ArtWaves Friday Art & Sip: Mini Landscape Painting. Create quick twilight landscapes using an Altoid tin pochade box; beginner-friendly, all materials included, BYOB (21+). Led by artist/educator Rainey. Relax, create, and enjoy a night out at ArtWaves! Our Art & Sip workshops are designed to be fun, beginner-friendly experiences where you can explore a new...
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Penobscot Bay Singers to Present “The Road Not Taken” In commemoration of our country’s 250th Anniversary, The Penobscot Bay Singers will present a celebration of American and regional music for their 2026 Spring Concert, “The Road Not Taken.” Especially featured on the program will be “Frostiana,” a collection of poems by Robert Frost, United States...
$20
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Savani Latin Jazz Quartet Traditional rhythms of Cuba and South America are given flight with jazz arrangements that highlight the improvisatory prowess of the musicians. The songs breathe with a deep lyricism, inviting the audience into a rich and unpredictable musical landscape. Camden Opera House, 29 Elm St. Camden. June 12 at 7:30 PM. FMI:...
$30 – $35
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6 events,
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Experience the Music of Pink Floyd: The 'Echoes Through Time' 2026 Tour Get ready for a massive, one-night-only celebration of Pink Floyd. On June 13th, Floydian Trip takes over Criterion Theatre with their ‘Echoes Through Time’ Tour—a full-throttle trip through Floyd’s catalog, complete with a state-of-the-art laser light show. Floydian Trip has built a setlist...
$38.00
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UUCB Concerts for a Cause presents Matt Nakoa at the Brunswick UU Church on Saturday, June 13 at 7:30. This is the final concert of the season to raise money for Oasis Free Clinics and Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project. Nakoa is a charismatic singer-songwriter, pianist, and guitarist who tours regularly with Tom Rush and as...
$10 – $25
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Jazz in June Camden's featured concert! The acclaimed John Scofield Trio features three-time Grammy Award winning guitarist and composer John Scofield, bass player Vicente Archer and percussionist Bill Stewart. Their music is intricate, personal and complex, highlighting a repertoire of Scofield compositions and jazz standards along with material ranging from Bob Dylan to Miles Davis....
$55 – $65
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7 events,
We welcome back chef Nicholas Repenning and Pacific harvester Nathan Maxwell Cann for this series of workshop and culinary experiments in conjunction with our June Low Low Tides seaweed harvest workshop. June 14: MISO EXPLORATIONS June 15: KOJI EXPLORATIONS June 16: INTERTIDAL KITCHEN June 17: 2nd Annual Community Miso Making Each day consists of afternoon...
$25 – $300
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Grab your pencils or ink pens, watercolors or pastels - whatever medium makes you happy! Join us in front of Waterfall Arts for the first-ever meeting of the Waterfall Arts Urban Sketching group. We’ll gather under the ‘Here Is Magic’ Mural and then spread out to sketch whatever tickles our individual fancies. After sketching, we’ll...
Free
Take Action for Palestine! Gather in solidarity with the Palestinian people and against the complicity of the US. Call for immediate permanent ceasefire, no further US funding or military aid for the Israeli government's war crimes, demand that humanitarian and life-saving aid needed by the civilian population in both Gaza and the West Bank be...
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Midcoast Community Chorus announces its upcoming concert, “Justice for All,” a powerful concert of music with a mission. The concert will be held on June 14, 2026 at 4pm at The Strom Auditorium at Camden Hills Regional High School. Beyond the performance itself, the chorus will present a community grant of $5,000 to Come Spring...
$20
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1932 Criterion Theatre in Bar Harbor, Maine presents Tom Dimenna and Friends: Story Songs of the Seventies featuring Gordon Lightfoot, Harry Chapin & Cat Stevens on Sunday, June 14th. criteriontheatre.org or (207) 288-0829. |
4 events,
Three cracks of a cowbell and music erupts! Come join Flash! In the Pans for an evening of music, dancing, fun, and socializing. Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill Town Park. Food trucks will be on site. This is an all ages, free event. Donations are welcome...
Free
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4 events,Join us for this 8-week hand-building pottery 2 class where we will build on pinching, coiling and slab building. This class is scheduled for 5/12 to 6/30 from 9am to 12pm. This event takes place at Waterfall Arts, 256 High Street in Belfast, Maine – phone (207) 338-2222. |
8 events,
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Meet up with BHHT and be artistically inspired by the scenery. “Views of Blue Hill Mountain” in the field at the base of Blue Hill Mountain (in Blue Hill) - Wednesday, June 17th 10am-noon (Meeting at/near the apple tree.) Art supplies provided or bring your own.
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Please join us to listen to Bob Duchesne discussing "Maine is Weird". He will talk about the historical perspective of Maine and why Maine has the birds it does. Public is welcome. The event is sponsored by the Winter Harbor Public Library but will be held at Schoodic Arts for All at Hammond Hall, 427...
Join us for a guided walking tour of the Haystack campus. Tour admission is a suggested donation of $5 per adult, and pre-registration is required: https://www.haystack-mtn.org/visit Tour participants will need to navigate uneven terrain and many stairs. Out of respect for workshop participants, the tours do not enter studios or other buildings. For safety, the...
$5
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Create a unique glass moose or use the available glass to express your own creativity in this fused glass class. Have fun learning how to work with different types of glass in this 2 and ½ hour workshop! Each student will learn to cut and shape sheet glass using both hand tools and bit grinders....
$40
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In commemoration of our country’s 250th Anniversary, The Penobscot Bay Singers will present a celebration of American and regional music for their 2026 Spring Concert, “The Road Not Taken.” Especially featured on the program will be “Frostiana,” a collection of poems by Robert Frost, United States Poet Laureate of 1958, set as a large-scale choral...
$20
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6 events,
Scott Tournet, founding member, songwriter, and guitarist for Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, and Nashville recording artist & local boy Shawn Mercer will perform acoustic sets of their original music life at the Alamo Theatre in Bucksport!
$20
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...
Free
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...
Scott Tournet, founding member, songwriter, and guitarist for Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, and Nashville recording artist & local boy Shawn Mercer will perform acoustic sets of their original music life at the Alamo Theatre in Bucksport!
$20
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4 events,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,... 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. |
8 events,
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Join us for a scenic 13-mile family bicycle ride around Schoodic Peninsula to benefit Schoodic Arts for All. Registration: 9:00 - 10:00 am, in front of Hammond Hall, 427 Main Street, Winter Harbor. Ride begins at 10:30 am at Frazer Point and riders will need to stay in single file keeping a safe distance apart...
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At Farm & Homestead Day, learn new skills at over 40 different hands-on workshops centered on sustainable living; and enjoy a community potluck, music, and more. This free, all-ages, outdoor event is a summer highlight for those who attend.
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Schoodic benefit bicycle ride for Schoodic Arts, June 20th or (21st rain date). Registration, 9 am to 10, Hammond Hall; Winter Harbor. Ride begins 10:30, Frazer Point. Afterwards, those that care to will meet at Frazer Point for a picnic lunch. All Donations go to Schoodic Arts. Park Pass. Information: email Schoodic Arts for All at...
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Family Friendly Printmaking Workshop inspired by the work of artist, Francis Hamabe. Appropriate for ages 3 and up. Saturday, June 20, 3-4:30 pm Castine Historical Society, 17 School St. Castine. Register at castinehistoricalsociety.org or call 207-326-4118
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Francis Hamabe's Maine: A Life in Art Opening Reception, Saturday, June 20 5-7 pm at Castine Historical Society, 17 School St., Castine Includes special tour of exhibition with Executive Director, Kate McMahon and curator, Carl Little.
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Gordon Ward Thomas has been called “a creative treasure.” Join this award-winning, multifaceted, singer-songwriter for an evening of his celebrated songs and stories. His compelling music and performances have endeared him to audiences for over 40 years. Along with four GRAMMY-balloted albums, four #1 songs, a #1 album, and numerous honors, awards, and accolades, he’s... |
3 events,Take Action for Palestine! Gather in solidarity with the Palestinian people and against the complicity of the US. Call for immediate permanent ceasefire, no further US funding or military aid for the Israeli government's war crimes, demand that humanitarian and life-saving aid needed by the civilian population in both Gaza and the West Bank be... |
4 events,The Acadia Festival of Traditional Music & Dance is a weeklong celebration of Celtic-influenced traditions shaping the vibrant culture of Downeast Maine. The Festival is held at College of the Atlantic, June 22 through 26, and gathers world-class performers, featuring nightly concerts, daily classes and workshops. Visit acadiatradfestival.org for more information. The Acadia Festival of Traditional Music & Dance is a weeklong celebration of Celtic-influenced traditions shaping the vibrant culture of Downeast Maine. The Festival is held at College of the Atlantic, June 22 through 26, and gathers world-class performers, featuring nightly concerts, daily classes and workshops. Visit acadiatradfestival.org for more information. |
4 events,Join us for this 8-week hand-building pottery 2 class where we will build on pinching, coiling and slab building. This class is scheduled for 5/12 to 6/30 from 9am to 12pm. This event takes place at Waterfall Arts, 256 High Street in Belfast, Maine – phone (207) 338-2222. |
7 events,
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...
Free
Join us for a guided walking tour of the Haystack campus. Tour admission is a suggested donation of $5 per adult, and pre-registration is required: https://www.haystack-mtn.org/visit Tour participants will need to navigate uneven terrain and many stairs. Out of respect for workshop participants, the tours do not enter studios or other buildings. For safety, the...
$5
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Join us for an excerpt screening of the new PBS Documentary by Ken Burns exploring the founding of the United States of America, with a focus on the spirit of service as a core American value. A conversation reflecting on the film and the role of service in civic engagement will follow, facilitated by Library...
Free
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Playing for contra dances and specializing in down east style fiddling as well as old timey and gypsy music. Carter Newell (Grampa) has been fiddling in Maine for over 5 decades. Maisie Newell, Eric Dayan, and their children perform with four fiddles and guitar, sharing old-time tunes from North Carolina alongside music Maisie learned during...
$10.00
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8 events,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.
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Guided History Walk of Skowhegan Falls with historian Melvin Burnham. Meet at Benedict Arnold Park, located behind the Federated Church on Island Avenue in Skowhegan. This ninety‑minute guided walk gives participants an in‑depth look at the pivotal role Skowhegan Island and Skowhegan Falls played in shaping 19th‑century industry and culture on the Kennebec River. Using...
Free
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...
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...
Free
In March, Points North, the nonprofit organization behind the Camden International Film Festival (CIFF), launched Points North Presents, a monthly screening series in collaboration with the Strand Theatre. Fourth Thursday documentary screenings continue throughout the Summer leading up until the festival September 17-20. Points North Presents brings some of the year’s best documentaries to Midcoast...
$12
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8 events,ALL THE DAY SINGING: a music in nature retreat. JUNE 26-29, 2026 10 Commissary Point Road Trescott TWP, ME 04652 Join us for a 4-day journey where every note tells a story and every path leads to a song. Pack up your instruments and voices and join us. Experiencing community through music in nature will nourish your...
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...
Free
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,...
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,...
Free
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. |
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Join local photographer Glendon Rand for a photo walk through Belfast. Participants will bring their own camera (smartphone, digital, or film) OR they can borrow one of Glendon's refurbished film cameras for the day, along with a FREE roll of film. The group will then adventure downtown to take photographs with instruction on the basics...
$20
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Join us for Bangor Pride 2026, Central Maine’s largest and most vibrant 2SLGBTQIA+ festival! With a legacy spanning over 30 years, our celebration has grown from a small gathering into a massive community tradition. This year, we are thrilled to be moving to our new home on the Bangor Waterfront, where we will come together...
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In this 4 part workshop, we will dive into the magic of seasonal natural dye, learning different techniques each class to coax color from local plants onto cloth, including immersion dyeing, bundle dyeing, flower pounding and cyanotype printing. The fourth class will make space for participants to create a tiny quilt using the fabrics we...
$200
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4 events,Take Action for Palestine! Gather in solidarity with the Palestinian people and against the complicity of the US. Call for immediate permanent ceasefire, no further US funding or military aid for the Israeli government's war crimes, demand that humanitarian and life-saving aid needed by the civilian population in both Gaza and the West Bank be... |
4 events,
Three cracks of a cowbell and music erupts! Come join Flash! In the Pans for an evening of music, dancing, fun, and socializing. Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill Town Park. Food trucks will be on site. This is an all ages, free event. Donations are welcome...
Free
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3 events,Join us for this 8-week hand-building pottery 2 class where we will build on pinching, coiling and slab building. This class is scheduled for 5/12 to 6/30 from 9am to 12pm. This event takes place at Waterfall Arts, 256 High Street in Belfast, Maine – phone (207) 338-2222. |
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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...
Free
Join us for a guided walking tour of the Haystack campus! Tour admission is a suggested donation of $5 per adult, and pre-registration is required: https://www.haystack-mtn.org/visit Tour participants will need to navigate uneven terrain and many stairs. Out of respect for workshop participants, the tours do not enter studios or other buildings. For safety, the...
$5
Join us for a guided walking tour of the Haystack campus. Tour admission is a suggested donation of $5 per adult, and pre-registration is required: https://www.haystack-mtn.org/visit Tour participants will need to navigate uneven terrain and many stairs. Out of respect for workshop participants, the tours do not enter studios or other buildings. For safety, the...
$5
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True stories of adventure and heroism on the high seas come to life with costumed performers. The evening includes a special performance of the award-winning one act play, The Waterspout, by the Searsport District High School theater group. Bring your own seating and a picnic dinner. |
4 events,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...
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...
Free
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...
Free
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5 events,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,...
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Just for teens - get crafty with Penobscot Marine Museum! In this workshop, participants will use their creativity to make puppets or pillows inspired by Maine tide pool animals. Starting with a friendly sea star, participants will sew or glue felt pieces together creating a variety of animals such as a sea urchin, crab, or...
$15 – $45
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,...
Free
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. |
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Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with free admission at the Penobscot Marine Museum. The day’s admission has been generously sponsored by Camden National Wealth Management.
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