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SUMMARY:"Echoes in the Fog:" Book Event and Readings
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Public Library will present a reading with authors from the anthology “Echoes in the Fog: Literary Reflections on the Liminal Spaces of Maine’s Coast\,” on Thursday\, August 20 at 7:00 p.m. This collection gathers 58 poets\, essayists\, storytellers\, and photographers\, and 11 of those contributors will be sharing their work. The contributed works explore the mystery and beauty of Maine’s coast from island harbors to fog-draped peninsulas. \nA portion of every sale supports the Maine Coast Heritage Trust\, preserving the coast that inspired these reflections. \nThis event is free and open to all. For more information\, contact Assistant Director Kayleigh Thomas at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/echoes-in-the-fog-book-event-and-readings/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T200000
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SUMMARY:Blood Sugar Basics w/Lakeisha Allen
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Library will present a talk on blood sugar with Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Maine native Lakeisha Allen on Thursday\, August 13 at 7:00 p.m. at the Blue Hill Public Library. Lakeisha will share a down-to-earth look at how blood sugar works and why it matters for energy\, sleep\, mood\, hormone balance\, weight control\, and long-term health\, and simple strategies you can start using at your very next meal. Lakeisha’s talk aims to give attendees practical tools and a better understanding of what their body has been trying to communicate. \nLakeisha Allen is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Longevity Coach. This program is free and open to the public. For more information\, contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/blood-sugar-basics-w-lakeisha-allen/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T203000
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SUMMARY:Baltimore Clippers: Then and Now
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Library and Blue Hill Maritime Heritage Festival will present a talk about Baltimore Clippers with Captain Daniel S. Parrott on Wednesday\, August 12 at 7:00 p.m. at the Blue Hill Public Library. The Baltimore Clipper is a fast maneuverable ship historically built on the mid-Atlantic seaboard of the US and rising to notoriety during the War of 1812\, operating primarily as privateers. \nAfter a 22-year career sailing traditional sailing ships\, Capt. Parrott still goes to sea from time to time and lives in Blue Hill\, Maine. This program is free and open to all. For more information contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515. For more information about the Blue Hill Maritime Heritage Festival visit https://bhmhf.org/
URL:https://weru.org/event/baltimore-clippers-then-and-now/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T200000
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SUMMARY:Author Event w/Nomar Slevik
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Public Library will present a reading\, Q&A\, and book signing with local author and researcher Nomar Slevik\, for his new book In the Pines: True Stories of Mystery\, Mayhem\, and Monsters in Maine on Thursday\, August 6 at 7:00 p.m. The book is an exploration of the unexplained encounters that everyday Mainers have faced – crop circles\, spontaneous human combustion\, alien visits\, and more. \nNomar Slevik is an independent creator\, writer\, researcher\, and investigator in numerous aspects of the paranormal. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. For more information\, please contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/author-event-w-nomar-slevik/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T200000
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SUMMARY:Fisher Symposium: Commemoration\, Liberty\, and the Abolition Movement
DESCRIPTION:In observance of the 250th anniversary of America’s declaration of independence\, the Blue Hill Public Library and Jonathan Fisher House will present a symposium with University of Maine Associate Professor of New England History Dr. Mary Freeman on Wednesday\, August 5 at 7:00 p.m. at the library. After an introduction from Fisher House board members about Fisher’s views on abolition and his 1826 sermon on slavery\, Dr. Freeman will widen the scope and deliver a lecture\, “Abolitionists and American Radical Politics\,” on the abolitionist movement and its relevance to broader questions of liberty in the U.S.\, which will include connections to Fisher and abolitionist activism in Maine. \nAll are welcome at this free event. For more information\, contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/fisher-symposium-commemoration-liberty-and-the-abolition-movement/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T200000
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SUMMARY:Chekhov and the Art of Atmosphere
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Public Library and ISLE Theater Company will present a playwriting workshop with playwright Eliya Smith on Thursday\, July 30 at 7:00 p.m. at the library. Drawing inspiration from Anton Chekhov and his artistic successors\, this workshop will explore how to use character\, dialogue\, dramatic action\, and structure through discussion and guided writing exercises to create emotionally rich worlds onstage. Participants are encouraged to bring a notebook and pencil\, though materials will also be provided. \nEliya Smith is a playwright from Columbus\, Ohio\, with a MFA from the University of Texas at Austin. \nBased out of the historic Shakespeare School on Deer Isle\, ISLE Theater Company is a performing arts organization dedicated to creating professional\, community-driven work in unique spaces that connect audiences with new places\, people\, and perspectives. This workshop is free and open to all. For more information\, please email Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/chekhov-and-the-art-of-atmosphere/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T200000
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SUMMARY:Author Event with Bill Bunting
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Library and Blue Hill Books will present an author talk with W.H. ‘Bill’ Bunting on Wednesday\, July 29 at 7:00 p.m. at the library for his new book Captain Drew’s World: Dispatches from the Age of Global Sail. A maritime historian and editor\, Bunting has compiled Captain John Drew’s (of Hallowell\, Maine) writings and gathered them in a collection with enlightening annotation. Captain Drew’s World provides readers a vivid window onto the great age of sailing from both coasts of the United States to the Caribbean\, Europe\, Southeast Asia\, Australia\, and beyond. \nW. H. Bunting is an award winning maritime historian and author. This program is free and open to all. Blue Hill Books will be on site with copies of the book available for purchase. For more information\, contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/author-event-with-bill-bunting/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T160000
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SUMMARY:Everything You Wanted to Know About the Rockweed Forest
DESCRIPTION:Join David Porter and Allison Snow\, co-founders of the Blue Hill Peninsula Rockweed Forum\, for a presentation and discussion on rockweed on Tuesday\, July 28 at 3:00 p.m. at the Blue Hill Public Library. David and Allison will discuss the ecological importance of rockweed (Ascophyllum nodosum)\, commercial harvesting\, and the extent to which current laws\, regulations\, and industry practices protect rockweed forests from being over-harvested. Participants are welcome to offer comments and questions. \nThis talk is free and open to the public. For more information on the Rockweed Forum\, visit their website: https://rockweedforest.org/. If you have questions about the event\, please contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-the-rockweed-forest/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T190000
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SUMMARY:A Talk w/Historian Alan Taylor - Joseph Plumb Martin
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Public Library and Blue Hill Historical Society will present a talk with two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and Mainer Alan Taylor on Saturday\, July 25 at 6:00 p.m. in the library’s Pearson Room. Taylor’s talk will examine the experiences of a young Continental Soldier in the American Revolutionary War\, Joseph Plumb Martin\, who wrote the only book-length memoir of a soldier’s experiences in that war. \nAlan Taylor grew up in Maine and is a graduate of Colby College (1977) with a doctorate in American History from Brandeis University (1986). Taylor has published eleven books\, two of which have won the Pulitzer Prize. \nThis program is free and open to the public. For more information contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/a-talk-w-historian-alan-taylor-joseph-plumb-martin/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T140000
DTSTAMP:20260630T164337Z
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SUMMARY:Discussion Series: “American Revolutions: A Continental History\, 1750–1804”
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Library will present a discussion series with local retired teacher\, Bill Case\, on the book American Revolutions: A Continental History\, 1750-1804 by Alan Taylor. The discussion starts Tuesday\, June 30 at 1:00 p.m.\, and continues July 14\, and July 21\, leading to a lecture with the author Alan Taylor on Saturday\, July 25. Bill Case is a retired high school and college history teacher with over fifty years of experience. This program is free and open to all\, though space is limited\, so registration is required. Register at www.bhpl.net. Copies of the book will be available to check out at the library. For more information\, contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/discussion-series-american-revolutions-a-continental-history-1750-1804/2026-07-21/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260707T180801Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry Reading w/Christine Yurick & David Yezzi
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Public Library will present a poetry reading with poets Christine Yurick and David Yezzi on Thursday\, July 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the library’s Howard Room. \nDavid Yezzi’s latest books are “Late Romance: Anthony Hecht—A Poet’s Life” (St. Martin’s Press) and More Things in Heaven: New and Selected Poems (Measure Press). He teaches in the Writing Seminars at Johns Hopkins University and is a 2024 James Merrill House Fellow and a 2025-6 Guggenheim Fellow in poetry. \nChristine Yurick is the founding editor of Think Journal and her poems have appeared in E-Verse\, Angle\, American Arts Quarterly\, Tulane Review\, and 823 on High\, among other journals. Her chapbook At the End of the Day and other poems are available from Kelsay Books. \nThis program is free and open to all\, and for more information contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/poetry-reading-w-christine-yurick-david-yezzi/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T200000
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SUMMARY:“What Should We Remember about the American Revolution?” with Liam Riordan
DESCRIPTION:Join the Blue Hill Library for a talk with UMaine Professor of History Liam Riordan about the American Revolution and the impact felt in Maine on Tuesday\, July 14 at 7:00 p.m. in the library’s Howard Room. This illustrated lecture explores how the American Revolution began in Maine\, as well as the significance of Revolutionary commemoration in 2026\, and aims to open a discussion with the audience about how we should remember the American Revolution today. \nLiam Riordan is Department Chair and Adelaide and Alan Bird Professor of History at the University of Maine\, where he has been a faculty member since 1997. \nThis event is part of a recognition of the United States of America and the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. This program is free and open to all. For more information contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/what-should-we-remember-about-the-american-revolution-with-liam-riordan/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T140000
DTSTAMP:20260630T164337Z
CREATED:20260630T164337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T164337Z
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SUMMARY:Discussion Series: “American Revolutions: A Continental History\, 1750–1804”
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Library will present a discussion series with local retired teacher\, Bill Case\, on the book American Revolutions: A Continental History\, 1750-1804 by Alan Taylor. The discussion starts Tuesday\, June 30 at 1:00 p.m.\, and continues July 14\, and July 21\, leading to a lecture with the author Alan Taylor on Saturday\, July 25. Bill Case is a retired high school and college history teacher with over fifty years of experience. This program is free and open to all\, though space is limited\, so registration is required. Register at www.bhpl.net. Copies of the book will be available to check out at the library. For more information\, contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/discussion-series-american-revolutions-a-continental-history-1750-1804/2026-07-14/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260706T203000
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SUMMARY:“Single Woman: Work in Progress”
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Library will host a solo comedy show\, “Single Woman: Work in Progress\,” with comedian Tess Lieberjohn on Monday\, July 6 at 7:00 p.m. “‘Single Woman: Work in Progress’ is an original solo comedy show about a very unoriginal topic: dating. For as long as Tess has been single (forever)\, the best part of dates has been telling stories about them after. Now she’s ready to share them with everyone else (with names redacted). Over this 75-minute show\, Tess weaves personal storytelling with audience participation in a hilarious performance about what it means to be 35\, ready to mingle\, and obsessed with finding meaning in everything.” \nThis show is free and open to the public. Attendees should be advised that this show contains adult themes and the performer recommends attendees be 18 or older. For more information\, contact Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/single-woman-work-in-progress/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T200000
DTSTAMP:20260622T135912Z
CREATED:20260622T135912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T135912Z
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SUMMARY:The Spirit of Cacao: More Than Chocolate - A Path to Heart Connection with Christina Montano
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Public Library will present a talk on cacao with local Healing Arts Therapist and Cacao Ceremonialist\, Christina Montano\, on Thursday\, July 2 at 7:00 p.m. Join Christina for an engaging introduction to cacao as a medicinal plant. In this talk\, Christina will share the origins of cacao\, how it differs from everyday chocolate\, why it has been used for centuries in Central and South American traditions\, and explore how cacao “supports the nervous system\, opens the heart\, and invites a deeper connection to oneself.” Christina Montano is a Healing Arts Therapist and Cacao Ceremonialist who is “passionate about the power of plant medicine to support healing\, connection\, and personal transformation.” This program is free and open to all. For more information: Blue Hill Public Library or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/the-spirit-of-cacao-more-than-chocolate-a-path-to-heart-connection-with-christina-montano/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
CATEGORIES:Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T140000
DTSTAMP:20260630T164337Z
CREATED:20260630T164337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T164337Z
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SUMMARY:Discussion Series: “American Revolutions: A Continental History\, 1750–1804”
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Library will present a discussion series with local retired teacher\, Bill Case\, on the book American Revolutions: A Continental History\, 1750-1804 by Alan Taylor. The discussion starts Tuesday\, June 30 at 1:00 p.m.\, and continues July 14\, and July 21\, leading to a lecture with the author Alan Taylor on Saturday\, July 25. Bill Case is a retired high school and college history teacher with over fifty years of experience. This program is free and open to all\, though space is limited\, so registration is required. Register at www.bhpl.net. Copies of the book will be available to check out at the library. For more information\, contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/discussion-series-american-revolutions-a-continental-history-1750-1804/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T200000
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Caroline Bicks\, “Monsters in the Archives: My Year of Fear with Stephen King”
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Public Library and Blue Hill Books will present an author event with Shakespeare scholar and Stephen E. King Chair in Literature at UMaine\, Caroline Bicks\, for her new book Monsters in the Archives: My Year of Fear with Stephen King on Thursday\, June 25 at 7:00 p.m. at the library. Monsters in the Archives is a fascinating exploration of Stephen King and his most iconic early books\, based on groundbreaking research and interviews with King—all conducted by the first scholar to be given extended access to his private archives. This program is free and open to all. Blue Hill Books will be onsite with copies of the book available for purchase. For more information contact Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/author-event-caroline-bicks-monsters-in-the-archives-my-year-of-fear-with-stephen-king/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T193000
DTSTAMP:20260612T161859Z
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SUMMARY:Diverse Manifestations: Queer Art Around the World with Christopher Brumfield
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Public Library and Peninsula Pride will present a talk on Monday\, June 22 at 6:30 p.m. with art professor Christopher Scott Brumfield for his annual tour through LGBTQAI+ art and art history. Brumfield will touch briefly on many kinds of art and different manifestations of queer identity in art and will discuss artists from all over the world. This talk is appropriate for all ages\, and everyone is welcome. Christopher Scott Brumfield is an artist\, art teacher at Baton Rouge Community College\, and writer from South Louisiana. This program is free and open to all and will be held in the library’s Howard Room. For more information\, please contact Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/diverse-manifestations-queer-art-around-the-world-with-christopher-brumfield/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
CATEGORIES:Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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SUMMARY:Author Event: Margie Patlak\, Insect Safari
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Public Library and Blue Hill Books will present an author talk with author Margie Patlak for her new work\, Insect Safari: Exploring the Wondrous World of Everyday Bugs on Thursday\, June 18 at 7:00 p.m. at the library. Join award-winning nature writer Margie Patlak as she takes you on a wonder-filled insect safari of common insects that you can find wherever there are green spaces. With her closeup photography\, she’ll showcase the beauty of everyday bugs and their surprising capabilities\, including using tools\, farming\, mathematics\, recognizing themselves in mirrors\, and navigating by starlight. She’ll also give you tips on how to find insects\, and help you overcome any fears you might have of them. \nMargie Patlak is a science and nature writer\, memoirist\, and photographer. This program is free and open to all. Blue Hill Books will be onsite with copies of the book available for purchase. For more information\, contact Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/author-event-margie-patlak-insect-safari/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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