Bar Harbor Historical Society’s Community Day
La Rochelle Mansion and Museum 127 West St, Bar HarborFind Your Sound: Guitar & Songcraft Workshop with Eli West
Founders Hall 1282 Morgan Bay Road, East Blue HillMeetinghouse Theatre Lab presents: The Gods of Comedy by Ken Ludwig
Hammond Hall 427 Main Street, Winter HarborEli West Live: Afternoon Acoustic Bluegrass, Old-Time Concert
Founders Hall 1282 Morgan Bay Road, East Blue HillWeek of Events
UMVA Art Exhibition: It’s the Small Things
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...
Wings, Waves & Woods Festival
Island Heritage Trust’s annual Wings, Waves, & Woods Festival is a volunteer-run, non-profit event that offers a mix of activities surrounding birding, boating, nature, history, and creativity. The festival will take place Wednesday, May 13 - Sunday, May 17 with activities held around Deer Isle-Stonington's beautiful lands and working waterfront, with some events taking place...
Francis Hamabe’s Maine: A Life in Art
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...
Sunday, May 17, 2026
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May 17, 2026 -Bar Harbor Historical Society’s Community Day
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May 17, 2026 -Take Action for Palestine!
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May 17, 2026 -Find Your Sound: Guitar & Songcraft Workshop with Eli West
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May 17, 2026 -Meetinghouse Theatre Lab presents: The Gods of Comedy by Ken Ludwig
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May 17, 2026 -Eli West Live: Afternoon Acoustic Bluegrass, Old-Time Concert
Bar Harbor Historical Society’s Community Day
Join the Bar Harbor Historical Society for a free community textiles event! See Contemporary and Historic Textiles, Quilts, Rugs Free Workshops and Lectures Free to All! 5/15/26 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm 5/16/26 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 5/17/26 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Address: Bar Harbor Historical Society at La Rochelle 127 West Street, Bar Harbor, ME...
Take Action for Palestine!
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...
Find Your Sound: Guitar & Songcraft Workshop with Eli West
Join acclaimed musician Eli West for a hands-on workshop exploring flatpicking guitar, finding and shaping melodies, and building confidence playing up the neck. The session also covers songwriting—developing ideas and crafting songs that feel grounded, personal, and unique. Separate ticket from concert which follows at 4pm. Info: bagaducemusic.org, (207) 374-5454
Meetinghouse Theatre Lab presents: The Gods of Comedy by Ken Ludwig
Ken Ludwig’s The Gods of Comedy is a Mel-Brooksian romp through academia, Greek mythology, and personal empowerment, full of razor-sharp wit, absurd misunderstandings, and escalating chaos when two classics professors accidentally summon Greek gods. The production also features a benefit bake sale (May 15–17) supporting the Schoodic Food Pantry, with treats available to enjoy at the show...
Eli West Live: Afternoon Acoustic Bluegrass, Old-Time Concert
Eli West performs a special late matinee concert at Founders Hall in East Blue Hill on Sunday, May 17 at 4:00 PM. Don’t miss this intimate performance of richly textured Americana. A Pacific Northwest native, West is a multi-instrumentalist and creator of sonic spaces blending bluegrass, oldtime and country sounds. His music weaves together melody,...
Monday, May 18, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
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May 19, 2026 -Hand Building Pottery II
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May 19, 2026 -Mystery Book Group Discussion
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May 19, 2026 -Glassblowing Workshop: Bits and Trails
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May 19, 2026 -Library Skills for Families
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May 19, 2026 -Glassblowing Workshop: Introductory Paperweight Techniques
Hand Building Pottery II
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.
Mystery Book Group Discussion
Join our Mystery Book Group hosted by the Friend Memorial Public Library in Brooklin (1 Reach Road) on Tuesday, May 19th at 1 p.m. This month, we will be reading and discussing A Song for the Dark Times by Ian Rankin, following Inspector John Rebus’s trials and tribulations as he tries to solve the mystery...
Glassblowing Workshop: Bits and Trails
Join us for an afternoon of glassblowing where we will learn to prepare clear or colored bits for adding design and texture to vessels. This class is scheduled for Tuesday, 5/19 from 2pm to 5pm. This event takes place at Waterfall Arts, 256 High Street in Belfast, Maine – phone (207)338-2222.
Library Skills for Families
Families with children in kindergarten and older are invited to join Belfast Free Library for an overview of basic library skills, a tour of the library, a scavenger hunt and prizes. This program will support readers and researchers with tips and tools to use a public library to its fullest. The program will be held...
Glassblowing Workshop: Introductory Paperweight Techniques
Join us for an evening of glassblowing where we will learn to design, sculpt, and shape your unique paperweight. This class is scheduled for Tuesday, 5/19 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. This event takes place at Waterfall Arts, 256 High Street in Belfast, Maine – phone (207)338-2222.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
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May 20, 2026 -Get-together for local writers and publishers
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May 20, 2026 -Live Music: Sunday Sessions Sextet
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May 20, 2026 -Fused Glass: Plant Stakes
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May 20, 2026 -Get-together for local writers and publishers
Get-together for local writers and publishers
Word, the Blue Hill literary arts festival, joins Maine Writers and Publishers Alliance in sponsoring an informal get-together for local writers on Wednesday, May 20, 6 p.m., at Marlintini’s, 83 Mines Rd., Blue Hill. The event will be part of Gather, a long-time MWPA program that offers writers at all levels of experience six opportunities...
Live Music: Sunday Sessions Sextet
Northeast Harbor Library to host a free concert featuring Sunday Sessions, a local sextet grounded in blues, jazz, and groove. Wednesday, May 20, 5:30 – 6:30 PM, Northeast Harbor Library, 1 Joy Road, Northeast Harbor. Registration required. FMI: nehlibrary.org/events.
Fused Glass: Plant Stakes
Join us for an evening of fused glass where we will create 2 unique plant stakes while learning to work with different types of glass. This class is scheduled for Wednesday, 5/20 from 6pm to 8:30pm. This event takes place at Waterfall Arts, 256 High Street in Belfast, Maine – (207) 338-2222.
Get-together for local writers and publishers
Word, the Blue Hill literary arts festival, joins Maine Writers and Publishers Alliance in sponsoring an informal get-together for local writers on Wednesday, May 20, 6 p.m., at Marlintini’s, 83 Mines Rd., Blue Hill. The event will be part of Gather, a long-time MWPA program that offers writers at all levels of experience six opportunities...
Thursday, May 21, 2026
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May 21, 2026 -Mah Jongg Open Play
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May 21, 2026 -Brooklin Camera Club
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May 21, 2026 -Penobscot Marine Museum Opening Reception
Mah Jongg Open Play
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...
Brooklin Camera Club
Stop by the Friend Memorial Public Library in Brooklin (1 Reach Road) for the Brooklin Camera Club, hosted on the first and third Thursday of each month from 4 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. Regardless of skill or experience level, anyone and everyone with a love for cameras and photography is welcome to join free of...
Penobscot Marine Museum Opening Reception
Celebrate the start of the season at the Penobscot Marine Museum. Join the museum on their campus for an evening of light refreshments, conversation, and a first look at this year’s exhibitions. Meet museum staff and fellow supporters while exploring the museum and enjoying the start of another season of maritime history.
Friday, May 22, 2026
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May 22, 2026 -Fiber Arts Craft Circle
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May 22, 2026 -Story Time at the Belfast Free Library
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May 22, 2026 -Storytime with Ms. Jen
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May 22, 2026 -Steal This Story, Please!
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May 22, 2026 -Meetinghouse Theatre Lab presents: The Gods of Comedy by Ken Ludwig
Fiber Arts Craft Circle
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,...
Story Time at the Belfast Free Library
Youth Services Librarian and Professional Storyteller Stephanie Holman hosts two May story times. Content is prepared for ages 3-6 with books, puppets, felt stories and songs. Join her at the Belfast Free Library, 106 High Street, Belfast, on Fridays May 15 and 22 at 10 am.
Storytime with Ms. Jen
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.
Steal This Story, Please!
Undeterred by armed soldiers, smooth-talking politicians, and riot police, journalist Amy Goodman has reported some of the most consequential stories of our time. Steal this story, please! is a gripping portrait of the trailblazer whose unwavering commitment to truth-telling spans three decades of turbulent history. From the frontlines of global conflicts to the organized chaos...
Meetinghouse Theatre Lab presents: The Gods of Comedy by Ken Ludwig
Ken Ludwig’s The Gods of Comedy is a Mel-Brooksian romp through academia, Greek mythology, and personal empowerment, full of razor-sharp wit, absurd misunderstandings, and escalating chaos when two classics professors accidentally summon Greek gods. The production also features a benefit bake sale (May 15–17) supporting the Schoodic Food Pantry, with treats available to enjoy at the show...
Saturday, May 23, 2026
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May 23, 2026 -Seedling Swap
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Hybrid EventMay 23, 2026 -The Good Life Center – Annual Meeting at Forest Farm
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May 23, 2026 -World Fish Migration Day: Narraguagus River
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May 23, 2026 -Bagaduce Chorale Spring Concert “The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace”
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May 23, 2026 -Steal This Story, Please!
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May 23, 2026 -Meetinghouse Theatre Lab presents: The Gods of Comedy by Ken Ludwig
Seedling Swap
Join us at the Friend Memorial Public Library in Brooklin (1 Reach Road) on Saturday, May 23rd at 10 a.m. for a seedling swap, hosted in collaboration with the Brooklin Food Corps. This is perfect for anyone who has started more seedlings this spring than their beds can hold, is looking for more variety in...
The Good Life Center – Annual Meeting at Forest Farm
Join us for The Good Life Center’s annual spring gathering. All are welcome! Schedule: 10:00-12:00 – Board/Business Meeting 12:00-1:00 – Pot Luck Lunch
World Fish Migration Day: Narraguagus River
A community event focused on summer 2026 construction plans for a nature-like fishway replacing an aging dam that has impaired fish passage for more than 65 years. History of the dam, the project, and plans and renderings will be shared by project partners including Downeast Salmon Federation, The Nature Conservancy, Atlantic Salmon Federation and the...
Bagaduce Chorale Spring Concert “The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace”
The 80-voice Bagaduce Chorale and the GEM Orchestra, under the direction of Bronwyn Kortge present Sir Karl Jenkins’ magnum opus “The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace”. This 13-movement work uses diverse texts, to chronicle the fevered descent into war, the infinite horror of conflict, the desolate aftermath of aggression and the tentative movement towards...
Steal This Story, Please!
Undeterred by armed soldiers, smooth-talking politicians, and riot police, journalist Amy Goodman has reported some of the most consequential stories of our time. Steal this story, please! is a gripping portrait of the trailblazer whose unwavering commitment to truth-telling spans three decades of turbulent history. From the frontlines of global conflicts to the organized chaos...
Meetinghouse Theatre Lab presents: The Gods of Comedy by Ken Ludwig
Ken Ludwig’s The Gods of Comedy is a Mel-Brooksian romp through academia, Greek mythology, and personal empowerment, full of razor-sharp wit, absurd misunderstandings, and escalating chaos when two classics professors accidentally summon Greek gods. The production also features a benefit bake sale (May 15–17) supporting the Schoodic Food Pantry, with treats available to enjoy at the show...