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SUMMARY:Avoiding AI w/ Hannah Cyrus
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Public Library is hosting Hannah Cyrus for a talk and workshop on Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Thursday\, October 8 at 6:30 p.m. Generative AI is being pushed hard by major technology companies everywhere and invading your devices. In “Avoiding AI\,” Hannah Cyrus will cover the basics of how this technology works\, why it is unreliable as a source of information\, privacy concerns associated with AI\, and some steps to disable it on your devices. Join us to learn more and take control of your devices and your privacy. \nHannah Cyrus is the Digital Media Librarian at the Bangor Public Library. Her work focuses on technology instruction and digital privacy. \nThis program is free and open to all. For more information\, please contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/avoiding-ai-w-hannah-cyrus/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayleigh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T153000
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SUMMARY:Youth Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Kids of all ages are invited to come play chess at the Blue Hill Public Library on Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. Chess enthusiasts Tom Batt and Woody Petry will be on hand to teach beginners how to play chess and offer tips on chess strategy\, while more experienced players can jump right in and play. Participants of all experience levels are welcome. \nTom Batt is an English professor at Maine Maritime Academy and Woody Petry is a retired professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences. \nThe library will provide chess boards\, but participants are welcome to bring their own. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event sponsored by the library\, made possible by the Friends of the Library. For more information\, contact Youth Services Librarian Pat at pat@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/youth-chess-club/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Malina":MAILTO:claire.malina@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T153000
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SUMMARY:Let’s Switch It Up! - "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate"
DESCRIPTION:Teens are invited to join Teen Services Librarian Kendall Chapman for video games at the Blue Hill Public Library on Wednesday\, October 7 at 3:30 p.m. We’ll play the beloved Nintendo fighting game\, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate\, on the Nintendo Switch 2. This chaotic battle game is full of well-known and loved characters (like Mario\, Link\, and Kirby) that you can choose from to defeat your opponents in a fighting arena – not to mention all the crazy items that drop from the sky. Battle your friends and foes in this exciting game! \nThis program is free thanks to a generous donor. Ages 10+ are welcome to attend. If you have any questions\, please contact Kendall at kendall.chapman@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/lets-switch-it-up-super-smash-bros-ultimate/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kendall Chapman":MAILTO:kendall.chapman@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T120000
DTSTAMP:20261005T152421Z
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SUMMARY:Family Place Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Public Library will host a Family Place Workshop series on Wednesdays\, October 7 – November 4\, from 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. For toddlers and their caregivers\, this play-based program provides a rich environment of toys\, books\, and art activities. Families can spend time together\, make new friends\, and talk one-on-one with a different community resource professional each week. This series is geared toward children between the ages of 1-3\, but younger and older children are welcome. \nEach week will address a different topic including: Introduction & Early Literacy – Oct. 7\, Speech\, Hearing & Language Development – Oct. 14\, Nutrition – Oct. 21\, Music & Movement at the Blue Hill YMCA – Oct. 28\, and Child Development – Nov. 4. \nThis program is free and sponsored by the library. For more information\, contact Youth Services Librarian Pat at pat@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/family-place-workshop/2026-10-07/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Malina":MAILTO:claire.malina@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260911T201329Z
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SUMMARY:Skein Stitchers - Teen Fiber Club
DESCRIPTION:Teens and Tweens are invited to the Blue Hill Public Library to join “Skein Stitchers\,” a youth fiber arts group\, every Monday from 3:00-4:00 p.m. starting September 14. Participants can hang out in the Y.A. area to work on knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, embroidery\, or other fiber projects\, while socializing and sharing their projects. All experience levels are welcome. Experienced participants are welcome to bring projects with them to work on\, and there will be materials available for new projects or beginners wanting to learn how to knit or crochet. Teen Services Librarian Kendall Chapman and volunteers Arlee Morris and Alison Rudel will be available to teach participants the basics\, new stitches\, or answer questions about knitting and crochet. \nThis free program is sponsored by the library thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Library. If you have any questions\, contact Kendall at kendall.chapman@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/skein-stitchers-teen-fiber-club/2026-10-05/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kendall Chapman":MAILTO:kendall.chapman@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T170000
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SUMMARY:Community Clothing Swap
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to the Blue Hill Public Library for their annual Community Clothing Swap on the library lawn on Saturday\, October 3 from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. This is a great opportunity to clean out your closet and find some new (to you) items to refresh your wardrobe. Clothing of all styles and sizes will be available to browse and take home for free! Bring a bag and get ready to swap and shop. Donations can be dropped off in the library’s Howard Room on Friday\, October 2 from 1:00-5:00 p.m. Donation guidelines can be found at www.bhpl.net. In the event of rain\, this program will take place in the library’s Howard room. \nThis free program is sponsored by the library thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Library. If you have any questions\, contact Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or Kendall at kendall.chapman@bhpl.net or call 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/community-clothing-swap/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kendall Chapman":MAILTO:kendall.chapman@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T170000
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SUMMARY:Community Clothing Swap - Donation Take-in
DESCRIPTION:In preparation for the Blue Hill Public Library’s annual Clothing Swap\, everyone is invited to bring gently used clothing\, shoes\, and accessories to donate for the swap. Donations can be dropped off in the library’s Howard Room on Friday\, October 2 from 1:00-5:00 p.m. Donation guidelines can be found at www.bhpl.net. If you have any questions\, contact Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or Kendall at kendall.chapman@bhpl.net or call 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/community-clothing-swap-donation-take-in/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kendall Chapman":MAILTO:kendall.chapman@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T180000
DTSTAMP:20260921T180653Z
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SUMMARY:"Artful Inspirations\," Art by Blue Hill Area Teachers
DESCRIPTION:When school teachers hang art at the Blue Hill Public Library\, it is typically their students’ art for the April Student Art Show. This time\, for the month of October\, the library will host an exhibition\, “Artful Inspirations\,” featuring work by Blue Hill art teachers\, including Margret Baldwin\, Harbor School\, retired; Kristy Cunnane\, Bay School; Danyel Ferarri\, George Stevens Academy\, Katama Murray\, Harbor School\, Penny Ricker\, Blue Hill Consolidated School\, retired; and Melissa Rioux\, George Stevens Academy. \nThe show will serve as inspiration for the library’s second tape art installation where students from peninsula area schools will visit the library for a workshop with artists Michael Townsend and Leah Smith on Thursday\, October 1\, and will learn how to make unique art out of masking tape. Participants will create this remarkable\, temporary art directly on the walls of the library in response to their teacher’s artwork\, creating a one of a kind mural. \nThe show will be available for viewing starting October 2\, subject to the Howard Room meeting schedule. The Tape Art portion of the show is made possible thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Library. For more information contact the library at 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/artful-inspirations-art-by-blue-hill-area-teachers/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
ORGANIZER;CN="Kendall Chapman":MAILTO:kendall.chapman@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T190000
DTSTAMP:20260921T180739Z
CREATED:20260921T180739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T180739Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of the Library Volunteer Appreciation & "Artful Inspiration" Tape Art Reception
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to the Blue Hill Public Library on Thursday\, October 1 for the Friends of the Library Volunteer Appreciation event and the “Artful Inspiration” Tape Art reception from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Come see the creativity of our community and celebrate our volunteers\, while enjoying snacks and refreshments. President of the Friends\, Ann Pladson\, will award the annual Elvira Bass Volunteer Award at 6:00 p.m. and volunteers in attendance will have the opportunity to sign special book plates that will be displayed inside new books entering the library’s collection. \nThe art on display will feature works from local art teachers\, in collaboration with a tape art mural on the library wall inspired by the teachers’ work created by area students. \nThis free program is sponsored by the library thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Library. For more information contact Teen Services Librarian Kendall at kendall.chapman@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/friends-of-the-library-volunteer-appreciation-artful-inspiration-tape-art-reception/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kendall Chapman":MAILTO:kendall.chapman@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261002
DTSTAMP:20260921T180722Z
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SUMMARY:A Day of Tape Art w/Michael Townsend & Leah Smith
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, October 1 the Blue Hill Public Library will once again host a day of Tape Art for students of all ages on and around the peninsula. Throughout the day\, students from local schools will visit the library for an interactive Tape Art workshop with artists Michael Townsend and Leah Smith where they will learn how to make unique art out of masking tape. \nIn the afternoon\, from 3:00-5:00 p.m. people of all ages can try their hand at the medium\, adding to the work that will have been completed by the students earlier in the day. Participants will be able to create this remarkable\, temporary art directly on the walls of the library. \nFollowing the workshop\, everyone is welcome to join us for a special art reception and the Friends of the Library Volunteer Appreciation event from 5:00-7:00 p.m. to see the creativity of our community and celebrate our volunteers\, while enjoying snacks and refreshments. \nTo wrap up the day\, all are welcome to join Michael and Leah for a lecture\, slide show\, and Q&A on Tape Art at 7:00 p.m. \nThis free program is sponsored by the library thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Library. For more information contact Teen Services Librarian Kendall at kendall.chapman@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/a-day-of-tape-art-w-michael-townsend-leah-smith/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kendall Chapman":MAILTO:kendall.chapman@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260911T201329Z
CREATED:20260911T201329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T201329Z
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SUMMARY:Skein Stitchers - Teen Fiber Club
DESCRIPTION:Teens and Tweens are invited to the Blue Hill Public Library to join “Skein Stitchers\,” a youth fiber arts group\, every Monday from 3:00-4:00 p.m. starting September 14. Participants can hang out in the Y.A. area to work on knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, embroidery\, or other fiber projects\, while socializing and sharing their projects. All experience levels are welcome. Experienced participants are welcome to bring projects with them to work on\, and there will be materials available for new projects or beginners wanting to learn how to knit or crochet. Teen Services Librarian Kendall Chapman and volunteers Arlee Morris and Alison Rudel will be available to teach participants the basics\, new stitches\, or answer questions about knitting and crochet. \nThis free program is sponsored by the library thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Library. If you have any questions\, contact Kendall at kendall.chapman@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/skein-stitchers-teen-fiber-club/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kendall Chapman":MAILTO:kendall.chapman@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260928T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T133644Z
CREATED:20260606T133608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T133644Z
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SUMMARY:Music & Movement Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Music and Movement Storytime is back for the summer! Starting Monday\, June 15 at 10:30 a.m. preschool kids and their caregivers are invited to join Ms. Jen each week at the Blue Hill Public Library for Music and Movement Storytime. We will sing songs\, play instruments\, dance\, and read stories. The rhythms\, rhymes\, and patterns in music and the use of musical instruments provide fun ways to practice skills that have a direct connection with early literacy. This weekly program will share a selection of the many children’s books and stories that have connections with music\, sound\, and movement. \nFor more information\, contact Jen at jen.rosenthal@bhpl.net or 374-5515. This program series was made possible by gifts from generous donors.
URL:https://weru.org/event/music-movement-storytime/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
CATEGORIES:Family Activity,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Rosenthal":MAILTO:jen.rosenthal@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260912T193017Z
CREATED:20260912T192734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T193017Z
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SUMMARY:Our Votes\, Our Vuture
DESCRIPTION:Our Votes\, Our Future is an informational talk about proposed changes to mail-in voting in Maine. The speaker is Ann Luther of the League of Women Voters of Maine. She discusses the current status of proposed changes\, USPS ballot delivery\, how neighbors can help ensure ballots are delivered\, and whether Maine use of the internet affects voting. Hands Off Our Vote!
URL:https://weru.org/event/our-votes-our-vuture/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
CATEGORIES:Public Forum
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ORGANIZER;CN="Indivisible Peninsula":MAILTO:indiviz.peninsula@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260911T201639Z
CREATED:20260911T201639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T201639Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Anime Club
DESCRIPTION:Teens ages 12+ are invited to join Teen Services Librarian Kendall Chapman at the Blue Hill Public Library on Friday September 25 from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. for Teen Anime Club! At each meeting the group will select an anime show or movie to watch\, participate in an anime themed activity and have an opportunity to socialize. Manga\, anime drawing guides\, and drawing supplies will also be available for those interested and cosplay is always welcome. Come hang out\, talk about your favorite series\, and enjoy all the anime fun. \nThis free program is sponsored by the library thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Library. For more information contact Kendall at kendall.chapman@bhpl.net or call 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/teen-anime-club-2/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kendall Chapman":MAILTO:kendall.chapman@bhpl.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260911T201628Z
CREATED:20260911T201628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T201628Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event w/Alice Hotopp and Coco Faber
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to the Blue Hill Public Library for a talk with author Alice Hotopp and artist Coco Faber on their new book Atlas of Kinship: Stories of Connection Between Seabirds\, People\, and Place on Thursday\, September 24 at 7:00 p.m. Alice and Coco will give a short talk\, share a few readings\, and end with a Q&A. \nAlice received a seed grant from the American Bird Conservancy to write these essays and field biologist Coco Faber created beautiful artwork to go with them. \nBlue Hill Books will be on site with copies of the book available for purchase. This program is free and open to all. For more information\, please contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/author-event-w-alice-hotopp-and-coco-faber/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayleigh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260911T201329Z
CREATED:20260911T201329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T201329Z
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SUMMARY:Skein Stitchers - Teen Fiber Club
DESCRIPTION:Teens and Tweens are invited to the Blue Hill Public Library to join “Skein Stitchers\,” a youth fiber arts group\, every Monday from 3:00-4:00 p.m. starting September 14. Participants can hang out in the Y.A. area to work on knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, embroidery\, or other fiber projects\, while socializing and sharing their projects. All experience levels are welcome. Experienced participants are welcome to bring projects with them to work on\, and there will be materials available for new projects or beginners wanting to learn how to knit or crochet. Teen Services Librarian Kendall Chapman and volunteers Arlee Morris and Alison Rudel will be available to teach participants the basics\, new stitches\, or answer questions about knitting and crochet. \nThis free program is sponsored by the library thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Library. If you have any questions\, contact Kendall at kendall.chapman@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/skein-stitchers-teen-fiber-club/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kendall Chapman":MAILTO:kendall.chapman@bhpl.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T133644Z
CREATED:20260606T133608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T133644Z
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SUMMARY:Music & Movement Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Music and Movement Storytime is back for the summer! Starting Monday\, June 15 at 10:30 a.m. preschool kids and their caregivers are invited to join Ms. Jen each week at the Blue Hill Public Library for Music and Movement Storytime. We will sing songs\, play instruments\, dance\, and read stories. The rhythms\, rhymes\, and patterns in music and the use of musical instruments provide fun ways to practice skills that have a direct connection with early literacy. This weekly program will share a selection of the many children’s books and stories that have connections with music\, sound\, and movement. \nFor more information\, contact Jen at jen.rosenthal@bhpl.net or 374-5515. This program series was made possible by gifts from generous donors.
URL:https://weru.org/event/music-movement-storytime/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
CATEGORIES:Family Activity,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Rosenthal":MAILTO:jen.rosenthal@bhpl.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260911T201329Z
CREATED:20260911T201329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T201329Z
UID:10004969-1789398000-1789401600@weru.org
SUMMARY:Skein Stitchers - Teen Fiber Club
DESCRIPTION:Teens and Tweens are invited to the Blue Hill Public Library to join “Skein Stitchers\,” a youth fiber arts group\, every Monday from 3:00-4:00 p.m. starting September 14. Participants can hang out in the Y.A. area to work on knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, embroidery\, or other fiber projects\, while socializing and sharing their projects. All experience levels are welcome. Experienced participants are welcome to bring projects with them to work on\, and there will be materials available for new projects or beginners wanting to learn how to knit or crochet. Teen Services Librarian Kendall Chapman and volunteers Arlee Morris and Alison Rudel will be available to teach participants the basics\, new stitches\, or answer questions about knitting and crochet. \nThis free program is sponsored by the library thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Library. If you have any questions\, contact Kendall at kendall.chapman@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/skein-stitchers-teen-fiber-club/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kendall Chapman":MAILTO:kendall.chapman@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T140000
DTSTAMP:20260911T201253Z
CREATED:20260911T201253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T201253Z
UID:10004967-1789390800-1789394400@weru.org
SUMMARY:Talking Trash: Municipal WasteHub and Blue Hill's Waste
DESCRIPTION:What happens to the trash in Blue Hill? Reagan Emmerling\, Education and Outreach Coordinator at the Municipal WasteHub\, will be at the Blue Hill Public Library on Monday\, September 14 at 1:00 p.m. to share the ins and outs of recycling. MunicipalWasteHub\, a non-profit organization that manages Blue Hill’s trash\, operates a full-service waste/recycling facility. The facility can take in unsorted community waste and use sophisticated machinery to sort the trash to pull out any recyclable materials\, keeping a lot of waste out of landfills. Reagan will share how each machine works\, what materials it recycles\, and talk about waste generation and recycling practices in our modern world. \nThis program is free and open to the public and will be held in the library’s Howard Room. For more information\, please contact the library at 374-5515 or email Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net.
URL:https://weru.org/event/talking-trash-municipal-wastehub-and-blue-hills-waste/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayleigh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T133644Z
CREATED:20260606T133608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T133644Z
UID:10001420-1789381800-1789385400@weru.org
SUMMARY:Music & Movement Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Music and Movement Storytime is back for the summer! Starting Monday\, June 15 at 10:30 a.m. preschool kids and their caregivers are invited to join Ms. Jen each week at the Blue Hill Public Library for Music and Movement Storytime. We will sing songs\, play instruments\, dance\, and read stories. The rhythms\, rhymes\, and patterns in music and the use of musical instruments provide fun ways to practice skills that have a direct connection with early literacy. This weekly program will share a selection of the many children’s books and stories that have connections with music\, sound\, and movement. \nFor more information\, contact Jen at jen.rosenthal@bhpl.net or 374-5515. This program series was made possible by gifts from generous donors.
URL:https://weru.org/event/music-movement-storytime/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
CATEGORIES:Family Activity,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Rosenthal":MAILTO:jen.rosenthal@bhpl.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260831T193134Z
CREATED:20260831T193134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T193134Z
UID:10004915-1789066800-1789070400@weru.org
SUMMARY:Traditional Acupuncture w/Vicki Pollard
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Library will present a talk with local acupuncturist Vicki Pollard on Thursday\, September 10 at 7:00 p.m. Vicki will speak about her experiences with Chinese medicine and her practice in acupuncture. In this talk\, Vicki will explain some of the ways that she has seen healing happen with acupuncture\, and will share some patient examples and experiences she has encountered in her work. \nVicki practices Five Element acupuncture\, based on Five Seasons and how we are internally are very much like what we see in nature externally. \nThis program is free and open to all. For more information\, please contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/traditional-acupuncture-w-vicki-pollard/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayleigh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T200000
DTSTAMP:20260830T192347Z
CREATED:20260830T192347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T192347Z
UID:10004925-1789066800-1789070400@weru.org
SUMMARY:Vicki Pollard Speaks about Acupuncture at Blue Hill Library
DESCRIPTION:Vicki Pollard started practicing acupuncture in Blue Hill\, in 1979. So few people knew what acupuncture was that she charged $25 per treatment and was often pain in either lobster\, eggs\, a pottery cup\, or something else. After nearly 50 years\, Vicki is still learning about the magic and wisdom of acupuncture. In this talk\, Vicki will speak about how she sees healing happen. How does it work that inserting a tiny needle changes one’s health and brings about harmony and well-being? The talk is free and open to all.
URL:https://weru.org/event/vicki-pollard-speaks-about-acupuncture-at-blue-hill-library/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
CATEGORIES:Presentation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Hill Public Library":MAILTO:library@bhpl.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T193000
DTSTAMP:20260831T193118Z
CREATED:20260831T193118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T193118Z
UID:10004914-1788888600-1788895800@weru.org
SUMMARY:Dungeons and Dragons for Teens: Session 0
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, September 8 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.\, teens ages 13+ are invited to come play Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) at the Blue Hill Public Library with Dungeon Master Erich Bensheimer for the continuation of a D&D campaign full of adventure\, magic\, and intrigue. For this “Session 0\,” returning players and new players will meet to update their characters or create new ones\, get caught up on the story\, learn the rules and expectations for the game\, and learn how this season of playing will work. After Session 0\, teens who are registered will be able to play twice a month in one of two groups. Pizza and beverages will be provided. \nThis program is free and sponsored by the library thanks to the Friends of the Library. Space is limited so registration is required and can be completed www.bhpl.net. For more information\, contact Teen Services Librarian Kendall Chapman at kendall.chapman@bhpl.net or 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/dungeons-and-dragons-for-teens-session-0/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://weru.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Session-0.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Kendall Chapman":MAILTO:kendall.chapman@bhpl.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260831T193105Z
CREATED:20260831T193105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T193105Z
UID:10004913-1788861600-1788868800@weru.org
SUMMARY:Kairos Module Six: The Coming Community
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Public Library will continue Kairos\, a series of readings and discussions\, with Denis Sweet\, a retired professor at Bates College. This sixth module in the series\, The Coming Community\, will meet once a week for three months (thirteen sessions) on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in the library’s Howard Room from September 8 to December 1. Topics of discussion will include: Friedrich Nietzsche’s “Thus Spoke Zarathustra\,” Joan Halifax’s “The Fruitful Darkness\,” and Stephen Harrod Buhner’s Becoming Vegetalista.” A number of copies will be available at the library to check out. \nTo facilitate discussion\, the number of participants is limited to twelve and registration is required. Register at www.bhpl.net. For more information\, please email Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or call 374-5515.
URL:https://weru.org/event/kairos-module-six-the-coming-community/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kayleigh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260907T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260907T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T133644Z
CREATED:20260606T133608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T133644Z
UID:10001419-1788777000-1788780600@weru.org
SUMMARY:Music & Movement Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Music and Movement Storytime is back for the summer! Starting Monday\, June 15 at 10:30 a.m. preschool kids and their caregivers are invited to join Ms. Jen each week at the Blue Hill Public Library for Music and Movement Storytime. We will sing songs\, play instruments\, dance\, and read stories. The rhythms\, rhymes\, and patterns in music and the use of musical instruments provide fun ways to practice skills that have a direct connection with early literacy. This weekly program will share a selection of the many children’s books and stories that have connections with music\, sound\, and movement. \nFor more information\, contact Jen at jen.rosenthal@bhpl.net or 374-5515. This program series was made possible by gifts from generous donors.
URL:https://weru.org/event/music-movement-storytime/2026-09-07/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
CATEGORIES:Family Activity,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Rosenthal":MAILTO:jen.rosenthal@bhpl.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260821T202711Z
CREATED:20260821T202711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T202711Z
UID:10004446-1788462000-1788465600@weru.org
SUMMARY:Haystack Mountain School of Crafts: Seven Decades in the Making
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Public Library is sponsoring a talk with Haystack Mountain School’s Executive Director Perry Price on Thursday\, September 3 at 7:00 p.m. to celebrate Haystack’s 75-year anniversary. Price will present Haystack’s history by sharing archived materials and one-of-a-kind objects to share the story of the school’s impact and role in craft education. \nThe Haystack Mountain School of Crafts is an international craft school located on the Atlantic Ocean in Deer Isle\, Maine. Perry Price is the fifth Executive Director of Haystack Mountain School of Crafts\, beginning his tenure in January 2023. \nFor more information\, please contact Assistant Director Kayleigh at kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net or 374-5515. For more information on Haystack Mountain School of Crafts\, please visit their website at https://www.haystack-mtn.org/.
URL:https://weru.org/event/haystack-mountain-school-of-crafts-seven-decades-in-the-making-2/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://weru.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/perrypricehaystack-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T180000
DTSTAMP:20260813T180538Z
CREATED:20260813T180538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T180538Z
UID:10004378-1788453000-1788458400@weru.org
SUMMARY:Human Health and the Climate Crisis
DESCRIPTION:Join Gail L. Carlson PhD\, assistant professor of environmental studies at Colby College in a presentation and discussion of this topic. She has designed a curriculum and written a textbook to educate and inform students about this rising problem and who it impacts.
URL:https://weru.org/event/human-health-and-the-climate-crisis/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://weru.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/HUMAN-HEALTH-AND-THE-CLIMATE-CRISIS-2.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Brooklin Climate Response Committeee":MAILTO:info@brooklinclimate.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T133644Z
CREATED:20260606T133608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T133644Z
UID:10001418-1788172200-1788175800@weru.org
SUMMARY:Music & Movement Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Music and Movement Storytime is back for the summer! Starting Monday\, June 15 at 10:30 a.m. preschool kids and their caregivers are invited to join Ms. Jen each week at the Blue Hill Public Library for Music and Movement Storytime. We will sing songs\, play instruments\, dance\, and read stories. The rhythms\, rhymes\, and patterns in music and the use of musical instruments provide fun ways to practice skills that have a direct connection with early literacy. This weekly program will share a selection of the many children’s books and stories that have connections with music\, sound\, and movement. \nFor more information\, contact Jen at jen.rosenthal@bhpl.net or 374-5515. This program series was made possible by gifts from generous donors.
URL:https://weru.org/event/music-movement-storytime/2026-08-31/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
CATEGORIES:Family Activity,Storytelling
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://weru.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Music-Movement-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Rosenthal":MAILTO:jen.rosenthal@bhpl.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T180000
DTSTAMP:20260821T174139Z
CREATED:20260821T174139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T174139Z
UID:10004410-1787850000-1787853600@weru.org
SUMMARY:Author Jan Cigliano Hartman in Conversation with Deanne Urmy
DESCRIPTION:The Blue Hill Library and Blue Hill Books will present a conversation between author Jan Cigliano Hartman and editor Deanne Urmy about Jan’s new book\, Lincoln’s Speechwriter\, on August 27 at 5:00 p.m. in the library’s Howard Room. “Lincoln’s Speechwriter gives readers a closer look into the man behind the political voice that was Abraham Lincoln himself.” \nJan Cigliano Hartman is an award-winning historian of eight books that portray the history of American life. \nDeanne Urmy\, editor-at-large\, Mariner Books/HarperCollins Publishers\, edits history\, biography\, memoir\, and ideas-driven books. \nThis program is free and open to the public. Blue Hill Books will be on site with copies of the book 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-jan-cigliano-hartman-in-conversation-with-deanne-urmy/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://weru.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/libcal_lincolnspeechwriter.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Kayeligh Thomas":MAILTO:kayleigh.thomas@bhpl.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T113000
DTSTAMP:20260821T174036Z
CREATED:20260821T174036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T174036Z
UID:10004409-1787826600-1787830200@weru.org
SUMMARY:STEAM Storytime Series: Engineering
DESCRIPTION:Preschool kids and their caregivers are invited to join Ms. Jen for a STEAM storytime series at the Blue Hill Public Library on Thursday\, August 27 at 10:30 a.m. For the second session in the series\, participants will explore Engineering through stories and fun activities. The series will continue with Magnets on September 3. Throughout the series\, in addition to books and songs\, participants will experiment using movement\, kinetic sculpture\, construction\, and magnetism. \nFor more information\, contact Early Childhood Librarian Jen at jen.rosenthal@bhpl.net or 374-5515. This program was made possible by gifts from generous donors.
URL:https://weru.org/event/steam-storytime-series-engineering/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Rd\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, 04614
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://weru.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/STEAM-Storytime.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Jen Rosenthal":MAILTO:jen.rosenthal@bhpl.net
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