And in the near future.

Feb 09, 2026

Silhouette of three hikers against a sunset, with text overlay promoting activities in the Mount Desert Island region.

The Bar Harbor Story is generously sponsored by Window Panes Home and Garden.

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THINGS TO DO

It’s our weekly round-up, and we may have missed some things, so apologies! If you have something you’d like in here, please let us know.

Also, you may have to click through to see everything. There are so many things that this email is a bit long for a lot of inboxes.

We hope you have some great adventures this week!

To check out our news stories and briefs from the past week, click on the archive section, and you’ll see them in chronological order.

WHERE CAN YOU EAT?

You can check out the list of all the restaurants at our new site, ACADIA ADVENTURES. The restaurants are here!

If you’re an owner/manager/employee of a restaurant that isn’t on the list yet, please let us know and we’ll get you there, but please be kind about it and know that any lack of mention is not intentional.

And, the list of all the restaurants currently open in the winter season (this changes a lot) is here, compiled by Jennifer DuBois Cough of First Express in Bar Harbor. Since she is off adventuring for a bit, we’re maintaining it for her. If there are any changes, message us here.

A list of restaurants in Bar Harbor and surrounding areas, detailing their hours of operation, services offered (dine-in, takeout, delivery), and special notes such as closures or breaks.

The restaurants above are only restaurants that typically stay open after November 2.

ONGOING

Promotional flyer for The Community School for Place-Based Education's winter speaker and activity series, detailing events related to Forest Kindergarten, Life-Long Learners, Middle School, Elementary Years, and a talk with ecologist Tom Wessels, with dates, times, and locations.

KIDS’ SCAVENGER HUNT AT SOUTHWEST HARBOR PUBLIC LIBRARY

CRITERION

WINTER ADULT READING CHALLENGE AT THE SOUTHWEST HARBOR PUBLIC LIBRARY

Promotional image for the Winter Bingo Adult Reading Challenge at Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring an owl reading a book against a light blue background with snowflakes. The challenge runs from January 1, 2026 to February 28, 2026, with details on how to participate including a grand prize drawing for returned bingo sheets.

10th ANNUAL ICE QUILTING DERBY

Promotional flyer for the 10th Annual Downeast Maine Ice Quilting Derby featuring colorful graphics and information on how to participate and win prizes.

FREE TAX HELP (Multiple dates, multiple libraries, beginning in February)

Promotional flyer for free tax assistance at MDI libraries, detailing dates and locations for taxpayers with low and moderate income.

COMMUNITY BLANKET PROJECT

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9

FEBRUARY 9 — MDI Biological Laboratory’s Online Science Cafe

MDI Biological Laboratory—Online Science Cafe

Forever Chemicals in Northern New England

February 9, 2026, 5-6 p.m.

Online Only, Registration: https://mdibl.org/event/forever-chemicals-in-northern-new-england/

FEBRUARY 9 — MIDDLE SCHOOL AT THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

FEBRUARY 9—MAKE YOUR OWN COMIC BOOK

Promotional flyer for a comic book-making workshop led by Mike Duffy at Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring colorful graphics, registration details, and event timing.

LEGO CLUB!

Divine Play Yoga at the Neighborhood House

Mon/Wed; 9:00-10:00 a.m.

Cost: $15/class

with Mike Bouscaren

Monday events via the Bar Harbor Chamber:

Middle School at The Community School: A Place-Based Approach to These Crucial Years & the Transition to High School

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10

FEBRUARY 10 and MARCH 10 Free Upcoming Stop the Bleed & Narcan Classes

There will be Stop the Bleed & Narcan classes at MDI High School, 2/10 and 3/10 starting at 5:30 p.m. You need only attend one night and the topic of your choice, or both.

For more info and to register:

Home

Any questions or need help registering, email or call John Lennon: johnlennon@barharbormaine.gov or 207-288-1771.

24-HOUR CHALLENGE

CATCHES BY THE LEDGE

A dolphin leaping out of the ocean, creating a splash in the water.

Cashes Ledge: The Yellowstone of the Atlantic
With marine conservationist Zack Klyver with Flukes: International Whale Tours @Whale4U

Tuesday, Feb 10 |

5:30–6:30 PM

In-person & online

Discover one of the Gulf of Maine’s most extraordinary underwater worlds!

CRANE FOLDING

STORY AND PLAY

A cozy children's reading event at a library with adults and kids aged 0-5 sitting on a colorful rug, engaging with storybooks. The background features bookshelves filled with children's books.

Tai Chi Tuesdays with Andrea Lepcio at ArtWaves

Tuesdays, 10:30 – 11:30 am in the ArtWaves Dance Studio

Woman practicing Tai Chi in black and white, with text announcing class details: 'Tai Chi Tuesdays 10:30 am, Lead by Andrea Lepcio.'

$10 per session or $100 for the series of 11 sessions.

Drop-ins welcome!

THE WAY OF BEING

Move Free Run Club

BAR HARBOR—The runs take place every week of the year and meet Tuesdays at 6 p.m. from the Bar Harbor Village Green and Sundays at 7:30 a.m. from Choco Latte.

The Move Free Run Club (Acadia Chapter) meets every Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. from the Bar Harbor Village Green and every Sunday morning at 7:30 a.m. from Choco Latte! Hope to meet more members of the community!

TWO SHOES LINE DANCING!

Promotional flyer for 'Two Shoes Dance' showcasing a new line dancing class for adults, highlighting styles like Pop, Latin, Club, and Hip Hop. Includes class schedule, location, fees, and contact information.

TUESDAYS AT ARTWAVES: Kids’ Art After School!

Tuesdays, 3:30 – 4:30 pm at ArtWaves Kaleidoscope Studio

Ages 6 – 14

Join us after school for Art at ArtWaves from 3:30 to 4:30 pm on Tuesdays. Each Tuesday will feature a different activity / art form! Each week we will learn about artists from around the world and art history all while creating our own unique art using a variety of materials. Experience paint, clay, felt and more! These classes exceed National Standards for art education!

Tuesday events via the Chamber:

Baby and Toddler Time

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11

FEBRUARY 11 – SCHOLARSHIP WORKSHOP

FEBRUARY 11 — POKEMON CLUB

Promotional poster for a Pokémon Club at the Southeast Harbor Public Library featuring Pikachu and Squirtle. The event is for kids aged 8 and up, occurring on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month. Snacks are provided.

FEBRUARY 11 — APRES SKI PARTY!

Event flyer for an après-ski gathering supporting Acadia's volunteer ski trail grooming program, featuring a winter landscape and person skiing in a costume.

FEBRUARY 11 — THE ELEMENTARY YEARS

A group of elementary school students engaged in a hands-on learning activity at The Community School, with materials and drawings on the table. The event focuses on learning through place, curiosity, and community.

MUSIC BINGO WITH MATTY P AT THE FINBACK!

Promotional poster for Music Bingo event featuring Matty P, scheduled for Wednesday at 6 PM. Includes a Quarter Pounder with cheese and fries basket for $10.

BAR HARBOR BIKE SHOP RENTALS ALL WINTER LONG

Bar Harbor Bike Shop is renting bikes to walk-ins Wednesday through Saturday from 10-4 this winter season. Hours are also posted on its website.

The shop also has Fat Tire Bikes to Rent with Stud Tires for this winter season which are a lot of fun when there’s snow and ice.

WEDNESDAY BOOK CLUBS

Northeast Harbor Library

Love reading? Join us for Readers Unite! Reading Club. This will be an opportunity to read together, share books we love, and have quiet independent reading time. Grades 3 and up are welcome. Come every week, or pop in anytime! Link to register is here.

Somesville Library

SOUTHWEST HARBOR

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GIRLS WHO CODE

JUST THIS MEDITATION

Just This Meditation: sitting, walking and seeing just this.

Promotional flyer for a guided meditation event with Tom Tanguay at Somesville Library, featuring details about the session specifically designed for beginners and regular practitioners every Wednesday at 8am.

CHRONICLES OF YARNIA

A person is crocheting with green yarn using a crochet hook, sitting on a surface with a smartphone nearby. The image promotes a fiber arts group for tweens and teens.

BLOCK PARTY!

Baby Storytime at Southwest Harbor

10:00 a.m. Southwest Harbor Public Library. Stories, songs, rhymes, bubbles. www.swhplibrary.org. 207-244-7065.

Library hours 9-5, Mon., Tue., Thu., Fri., 9-8 Wed., 9-1 Sat.

Divine Play Yoga at the Neighborhood House

Mon/Wed; 9:00-10:00 a.m.

Cost: $15/class

with Mike Bouscaren

Wednesday events via the Chamber:

The Elementary Years at The Community School: Learning through Place, Curiosity and Community

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12

FEBRUARY 12 — LOCAL SOLUTIONS

A colorful illustration of houses and trees, depicting a serene landscape with vibrant autumn foliage.

Are you a parent or guardian of an adult with developmental delays, ID/D or Autism? Would you like support? We are a parent run support group. Join a community of parents and guardians helping each other with problem solving, understanding adult services, advocacy and policy awareness. Our group includes parents and guardians of high school age and older. Organized by Local Solutions.

Meetings are at the rectory building of St. Savior’s Church in Bar Harbor at 4:30 every 2^nd and 4^th Thursday of each month.

Join our email list for information on upcoming family events.

groups.io: email Jessie Greenbaum to join the email list greenbaumcmt@gmail.com

Please take our short survey

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDheSuHp36TzegJ5eKz146_vHRJX0kAhE-Bv2HyFvPhIjaIw/viewform?usp=dialog

Local Solutions website localsolutionsformaine.org
Questions? Jessie Greenbaum email: greenbaumcmt@gmail.com

FEBRUARY 12 — TRIVIA NIGHT

Colorful poster for a trivia night event hosted by CES PTSA, featuring details like date, time, and registration information.

YOU’VE GOT MAIL

MALAGA ISLAND

FEBRUARY 12 — DO THE WORK BOOK CIRCLE

Promotional graphic for an anti-racist book circle titled 'Do the Work!' hosted at Jesup Memorial Library from January 8th to March 5th. It includes meeting details and the featured book, 'Do the Work! An Antiracist Activity Book' by W. Kamau Bell and Kate Schatz.

STITCHES KNITTING AND CROCHET GROUP!

A colorful knitted piece displayed on a wooden surface with knitting needles and a ball of yarn beside it. The text overlay announces the 'Stitches Knitting Group' meeting on Thursdays from 3 to 5.

Stitches Knitting & Crochet Group meets on Thursdays from 3-5 p.m. at the Trenton Town Office. The town office is located at 59 Oak Point Road, Trenton, ME 04605. We will meet through mid-May, then take a break for the summer. All levels are welcome. Please join us. You don’t have to live in Trenton to come knit with us.

ADULT LINE DANCE CLASS

FIGURE DRAWING AT ARTWAVES

An artistic sketch of a figure in motion on a sketchpad, with colored pencils beside it. Overlay text announces a weekly figure drawing session, held on Thursdays from 12 PM to 3 PM in the Fine Arts Studio.

Pick up the practice of figure drawing! Thursdays, 12 – 3 pm in the Fine Arts Studio at ArtWaves.

These open figure drawing sessions feature a live nude model performing a series of 20 minute poses with no instruction. Easels, charcoal, and basic supplies are provided. For ages 18 and over (under 18 allowed with parental attendance!). Drop-ins welcome.

Pricing per session is $15. Members can register at a discounted rate of $25 for the entire month.

Thursday events via the Chamber:

Figure Drawing

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13

MOTHER’S KITCHEN

MILAGRO NOCHE

FEBRUARY 13 — UNHOUSED

A posted sign reading 'PRIVATE PROPERTY' with restrictions on activities such as hunting and fishing, alongside event details for a gallery opening titled 'UNHOUSED' focused on housing instability.

FAMILY DANCE

YOU’VE GOT MAIL

FAMILY FRIDAY NIGHTS

BIRDERS’ CAFE

Our hope is to bring together local and visiting bird watchers and lovers for a social event. Join us every other Friday morning from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Our museum shop will be open, offering a selection of baked goods from local cafes, restaurants, and caterers, along with coffee. Feel free to explore the trails as early as you like! After, relax in our courtyard and chat. The Oceanarium (museum and aquarium) opens at 9 AM.

FAMILY STORY TIME AT SOUTHWEST HARBOR

A colorful flyer announcing storytime sessions, featuring a cartoon caterpillar reading, a house, and an owl with books. Sessions for babies are scheduled on Wednesdays at 10:00 am and for families on Fridays at 10:00 am.

10:00 a.m. Southwest Harbor Public Library. Interactive books, puppets, songs, movements, bubbles.

Library hours 9-5, Mon., Tue., Thu., Fri., 9-8 Wed., 9-1 Sat.

Friday events via the Chamber:

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14

FEBRUARY 14 — VALENTINE’S NIGHT OUT

Valentine's Night Out event advertisement featuring live music and dining details at Side Street Cafe and The Annex, including reservation information and special menu items.

HAVANA

FEBRUARY 14 — SUGAR SHOWDOWN

Promotional graphic for the 3rd Annual Sugar Showdown event, featuring details about unlimited dessert bites, a raffle for a Showstopper Cake, live music, and a cash bar. The event is hosted by Island Connections on February 14th from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at the Atlantic Oceanside Event Center in Bar Harbor.

FEBRUARY 14 — AMPLIFY GOOD

Promotional flyer for a live music event on February 14th from 4-10 PM at The Annex at Side Street Cafe, featuring Takoda Dionne, Stillwater, and Cryin' Out Loud, with proceeds benefiting MDI Hospital.

YOU’VE GOT MAIL

SAFE HARBOR ALANO CLUB OPEN MIC SATURDAYS

A promotional poster for an Open Mic Night at Safe Harbor Alano Club, featuring a microphone and details about the event including time, location, and entry information.

STORY TIME

SATURDAYS! BABY AND ME YOGA!

Promotional flyer for 'Baby and Me Yoga' classes at Harbor House, featuring details about two class levels: 'Little Wigglers' for non-walking babies and 'Busy Bees' for toddlers. Includes schedule, instructor information, and pricing.

PRAYER SHAWL MISSION GROUP

Event flyer for Prayer Shawl Mission Team Start-Up on October 4, 2025, at Bar Harbor Congregational Church UCC. Includes images of people knitting and crocheting, with details on date, time, location, and contact information for supplies and instruction.

Prayer Shawl Mission from 10 a.m. to noon at the church located at 29 Mount Desert Street.

The intention of the group is to create a flow of Prayer Shawls for distribution for those in need due to illness, loneliness, loss or in need of comfort and to create a sense of community with those who have a shared interest.

Supplies and instruction will be provided to those with skills for knitting and/or crocheting and for those with a desire to learn. For more information contact Pat by calling (203) 770-0063 or email: pgdizazzo@yahoo.com.

Saturday events via the Chamber:

None listed.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15

KIDS CHESS CLUB AT CHOCO-LATTE

Close-up of a chessboard featuring various chess pieces, including a black king, a white king, and a knight, with text overlay 'Chess Clubs for Kids'.

Our chess club is great for beginners (at least know how the pieces move) and also intermediate level. All are welcome. We meet most Sundays from 4-5:30 p.m. at Choco-latte in Bar Harbor.

Move Free Run Club

BAR HARBOR—The runs take place every week of the year and meet Tuesdays at 6 p.m. from the Bar Harbor Village Green and Sundays at 7:30 a.m. from Choco Latte.

Sunday events via the Chamber:

None listed.

FUTURE EVENTS!

Promotional graphic for Women's History Month Exhibit 2026, featuring themes: 'Leading the Change: Women Shaping Sustainable Futures' and 'What Does Women's History Mean To You?'. Includes registration information and details from Southwest Harbor Public Library and Bass Harbor Memorial Library.

MARCH 10 Free Upcoming Stop the Bleed & Narcan Classes

There will be Stop the Bleed & Narcan classes at MDI High School, 2/10 and 3/10 starting at 5:30 p.m. You need only attend one night and the topic of your choice, or both.

For more info and to register: https://mdi.maineadulted.com.

Any questions or need help registering, email or call John Lennon: johnlennon@barharbormaine.gov or 207-288-1771.

FEBRUARY 16-20 YOUNG ARTISTS’ INTENSIVE

Promotional poster for the Young Artists' Intensive workshop, featuring event details including dates, times, and a description of activities for young artists. The background includes artistic elements and images of children engaging in art creation.

FEBRUARY 16-20 CIRCUS FEBRUARY CAMP

Promotional image for the Summer Festival of the Arts featuring a Circus February Camp. Dates are February 16th to 20th, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Activities include Musical Theater and Arts & Crafts for grades K-6. Pricing information includes a full day for $250 and a half day for $126. Location is 155 Old Bar Harbor Rd, Salsbury Cove.

FEBRUARY 17 — LUNAR NEW YEAR!

Graphic promoting Lunar New Year celebration at Jesup Memorial Library, featuring a golden horse, the year '2026', and decorative elements against a red background.

FEBRUARY 17 — KIDS MARDI GRAS PARTY

A promotional flyer for a Kids Mardi Gras Party at the Southeast Harbor Public Library, featuring details about music, crafts, and themed snacks, scheduled for February 17th from 1:00 to 2:00 PM.

FEBRUARY 19 — TEA AT THE LIBRARY

Promotional flyer for 'Tea at the Library' event on February 19th from 2:00 to 3:30 pm at Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring tea, homemade treats, music, and conversation. Includes decorative teacup illustration.

FEBRUARY 19 — MAKE YOUR OWN POM POMS

Colorful collection of pom poms with event details for a crafting session at Jesup Memorial Library.

FEBRUARY 19 —HCDC MEETING

On Thursday, February 19, the Hancock County Democratic Committee will hold its general monthly meeting, featuring three special guests.

Jay Bowie, Organizing Director for the Maine Democratic Party, will speak briefly. He will recap the successful “No on Question 1” Campaign and he will discuss translating that into more successes in 2026.

Hannah Pingree, who has served as Maine’s Speaker of the House and directed the Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, will talk about her run for governor. And David Costello, who has more than 30 years of senior-level state, local, and federal government experience, will talk about his bid for US Senate.

This month’s meeting will be held via Zoom only. Pre-registration for Zoom participation is required in advance by noon the day before the meeting at www.hancockdems.org.

FEBRUARY 22 — NIMBUS DANCE

A group of dancers performing on stage, with one dancer being lifted in the air. The background is white, and text promoting Nimbus Dance at The 1932 Criterion Theatre is visible. The event is scheduled for 3 pm on Sunday, February 22.

Nimbus Dance at the Criterion Theatre

Sunday, February 22, 3pm

Criterion Theatre, 25 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor

Tickets: https://www.criteriontheatre.org/events

School Matinee Performance

Tuesday, February 24, 10am

Criterion Theatre, 25 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor

Contact: victoria@nimbusdanceworks.org

Master Class & Summer Intensive Scholarship Audition

Cost: $10 (pay at the door)

Monday February 23, 4-6pm

ArtWaves MDI, 1345-A State Highway 102, Bar Harbor

FEBRUARY 22 — PROJECT WILD

Promotional poster for Project WILD event on February 22, focusing on wild habitats and environments. Includes details about registration, event time, location at Camp Beech Cliff, and pricing for families.

FEBRUARY 23 — PUBLIC WORKS TALK

A graphic promoting a public meeting about changes to the recycling system in Mount Desert, featuring a recycling bin and event details including date, time, and location.

FEBRUARY 25 – YOUTH CHESS CLUB

Promotional graphic for the Youth Chess Club at Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring a chessboard and pieces, with event details including time, frequency, and a welcoming message for kids.

FEBRUARY 28 and MARCH 7: MEET THE LAMBS!

A group of sheep in a grassy field, featuring a mix of white, brown, and black wool. Some sheep are facing the camera, displaying their curious expressions.

Come meet the lambs on February 28 and March 7 from 9 a.m.-11 a.m. at the
COA Peggy Rockefeller Farm, 532 Crooked Road, Bar Harbor

Experience the joy of lambs and help us welcome the farm’s newest arrivals!
Join us to see the flock cozied up in their winter quarters, with ewes watching over their rambunctious little lambs. Farmer managers April and Ro as well as some of the student staff will be on hand to introduce you to our animals and answer all your burning questions!

Hot chocolate and tea will be available, and we’ll also have a small table display to showcase our fiber and other farm products.

This event is free and open to the public – families welcome! We encourage visitors to carpool as parking is limited. Please also dress warmly and wear sturdy, waterproof shoes. In case of inclement weather, please check our Instagram (@peggy_rockefellerfarm) for event updates. For more information, email or call April Nugent anugent@coa.edu// 207-610-0552.
Additional information for visitors can be found at https://www.coa.edu/farms/peggy-rockefeller-farm/visitor-info/

February 28: NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course

The Blue Hill Rifle and Pistol Club will offer the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 8am until 5pm. Instructors will review safety rules and procedures and support, coach and assist students as they handle pistols in a classroom and range setting. Ultimately, students will become more comfortable and familiar with pistols in order to achieve an NRA certification.

The course covers: Firearm and Range Safety Review, Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting, Functions and Maintenance or Pistols and Shooting Positions as well as practical range experience. No prior experience in necessary. The course helps students to become more familiar with pistol safety and shooting; the certification is recognized for state conceal carry permits.

Cost is $100 per student; includes manual, range fees, ammunition, and refreshments.

Students must register for the course online at:

https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=908796

For more information contact: bluehillriflepistolclub@gmail.com

KARAOKE AT SAFE HARBOR

Karaoke nights on 2/28/26, 3/14/26 & 3/28/26!

Graphic promoting Karaoke Night at Safe Harbor Alano Club, featuring a microphone and vibrant background. Event details include schedule for Saturdays, 5:30-8:30 PM, hosted by Lena and Dana, with a note to bring food to share. Location: 22 Village Green Way SWH, Maine.

MARCH 7 — WEDDING EXPO

Promotional graphic for the Bar Harbor Wedding Expo, featuring floral designs and event details including date, time, and registration information.

MARCH 9 — MDI Biological Laboratory’s Online Science Cafe

An open book showing its pages fanned out against a dark background.

Topic: The Science of Storytelling

March 9, 2026, 5-6 p.m.

Online Only, Registration: https://mdibl.org/event/the-science-of-storytelling/

MARCH 19 — TEA AT THE LIBRARY

Event flyer for 'Tea at the Library' at Southwest Harbor Public Library on March 19th, 2:00-3:30 PM, featuring tea, treats, music, and conversation.

MARCH 22 PROJECT WILD

Event flyer for Project WILD on March 22, showcasing wildlife relationships and interactions. Details include registration requirements, session time, and pricing for families with children.

MARCH 30 — CHOWDAH FEST!

Promotional poster for the 4th Annual Chowdah Fest benefiting the Mount Desert Nursing Association, featuring a bowl of chowder, event details, and a list of competing restaurants.

APRIL 16 – TEA AT THE LIBRARY

Promotional graphic for 'Tea at the Library' event on April 16th from 2:00-3:30 pm at Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring a teacup illustration with a sunflower.

MARCH 28 — THE SILVER SCREEN SPEAKEASY

A promotional poster for the Seal Cove Auto Museum event titled 'Silver Screen Speakeasy', featuring an illustration of a woman in 1920s attire, with details about the event date, time, ticket prices, and activities such as vintage automobiles, live music, and charity blackjack.

APRIL 24 WILD SENSES

Promotional flyer for Project WILD event on April 26, focusing on the 'Wild Senses: Superpowers of the Natural World'. Details include registration requirements, event timing from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and pricing for families with children aged 3 and up.

MAY 15, 16, 17—COMMUNITY THREADS

Promotional poster for the 'Community Threads' event hosted by the Bar Harbor Historical Society, featuring details about dates, times, and activities related to textiles, quilts, and workshops.

LIST OF ORGANIZATIONS AND WHERE TO FIND THEIR EVENTS

THE ABBE!

For a list of Abbe events, click here.

ACADIA CHAMBER

For a list of Acadia Chamber events, click here.

ACADIA NATIONAL PARK

For a list of events at the park, you can visit the National Park Service’s calendar or Ranger Programs web pages.

ACADIA SENIOR COLLEGE

Acadia Senior College offers interesting talks, informative classes, lively discussions, field trips, retreats, and fun gatherings. For a list of its events, head here.

ACADIA TRAD FESTIVAL

Promotional flyer for the Acadia Festival of Traditional Music & Dance, featuring images of musicians playing instruments and participants in a dance class.

ARGOSY GALLERY

For the gallery’s newsletter and offerings, please visit www.argosygallery.com. In Bar Harbor at 6 Mt. Desert St.

ARTEMIS GALLERY

For a list of openings!

ARTWAVES CLASSES AND EVENTS

ArtWaves often has classes, a variety every week. For the updated selection, check out its website here.

BAR HARBOR CHAMBER

For Bar Harbor Chamber’s calendar, click here.

BOOM—BAROQUE ORCHESTRA OF MAINE

For a list of upcoming concerts, click here.

THE COLLEGE OF THE ATLANTIC

A list of events is here. Make sure to choose “open to the public” on the side bar.

THE CYGNET GALLERY

For a list of events, click through here.

DOWNEAST PILATES

FRIENDS OF ACADIA

For a full list of Friends of Acadia events, click through here.

EVENTS AT THE GILLEY

For a full list of Gilley events, click here.

THE FINBACK ALE HOUSE!

The Finback usually has local musicians, open mic nights and karaoke all summer long. Its Instagram is here. A typical line-up looks like the one below. Usually, the Finback updates its list on Tuesdays.

FOGTOWN (In Ellsworth, but by request)

Weekly events schedule at the Ellsworth Taproom including Open Mic Night on Wednesdays, Trivia Night on Thursdays, and Live Music on Fridays.

There is an open mic night Wednesday evenings, trivia nights on Thursday evenings and live music in the beer garden on Friday evenings.

The Ellsworth farmers market is also now held in the parking lot of Fogtown brewery Saturday mornings beginning at around nine.

Link to the website with all the events: https://www.fogtownbrewing.com/events

THE GALLERY AT SOMES SOUND

For a list of exhibitions and to find out more, click here.

THE GRAND THEATER (In Ellsworth, but by request)

For a list of Grand events, click here.

HARBOR HOUSE

For a full list of events, click here for programs, click here.

HEALTHY ACADIA EVENTS

For a list of events, click here.

HIDDEN BARN BOOKS IN BAR HARBOR

Hidden Barn Books is located in Bar Harbor behind Reel Pizza. For a list of events, click here.

JESUP EVENTS

For a full list of Jesup Memorial Library events, click through to its calendar here.

REOCCURING PROGRAMS:

Bar Harbor Scrabble Club

Connect with fellow word-lovers: all skill levels are welcome! Players are encouraged to bring their own boards, and some boards will also be provided. Scrabble Club meets on second and fourth Saturdays from 10:00am to 1:00pm.

Write On! Writing Group

Join the Write On! Writing Group for support in your craft. The Write On! writers meet Saturday mornings at 9:00am on Zoom. For more information, please contact the library at info@jesuplibrary.org.

Jesup Knitters’ Guild

Fiber artists of all skill levels are welcome to drop in and enjoy crafting and conversation with the Jesup Knitters’ Guild, Thursday evenings at 5:00pm!

LAND AND GARDEN PRESERVE

For a full list of Land and Garden Preserve events, click through here.

LOCAL SOLUTIONS

A colorful illustration of several houses and trees with autumn foliage in shades of orange, green, and blue.

Are you a parent or guardian of an adult with developmental delays, ID/D or Autism? Would you like support?

We are a parent run support group. Join a community of parents and guardians helping each other with problem solving, understanding adult services, advocacy and policy awareness. Our group includes parents and guardians of high school age and older. Organized by Local Solutions. Meetings are at the rectory building of St. Savior’s Church in Bar Harbor at 4:30 every 2^nd and 4^th Thursday of each month.

MAINE GRANITE INDUSTRY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM

The museum is open from Tuesday through Sunday from 10 to 4 through October 31

The museum believes on hands-on learning. A list of programs is here.

MDI HIGH SCHOOL

A list of events is here.

MOUNT DESERT ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY

A list of events is here.

MOUNT DESERT ISLAND ADULT EDUCATION

A list of classes and events is here.

MDI YMCA

Events are here and the gym schedule is here. You can peruse its website for other schedules.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE SCHEDULE

The calendar is here.

THE NOR’EASTER POUND AND MARKET

Live music is in the air at The Nor’Easter Pound & Market!

Open Mic Thursdays 7-9 PM hosted by the one and only Dallas Hodgkins— bring your talent or just come enjoy the show!

Live Music Saturdays 7-9 PM featuring amazing local musicians bringing the coastal vibes to Northeast Harbor.

For more information, head over here.

NORTHEAST HARBOR LIBRARY

A list of events is here.

REEL PIZZA

To see what’s playing, click here.

SAFE HARBOR CLUB

22 Village Green Way, Southwest Harbor

A list of all events are here.

Safe Harbor ALANO Club open Fridays-Saturday: 4 p.m.; Sundays-11 a.m.

Beginners AA, Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.

AA, Thursdays, 7 p.m.

ALANON, Sundays, 7 p.m.

SOMESVILLE LIBRARY

A list of events is here.

SOUTHWEST HARBOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY.

A list of events is here.

SOUTHWEST HARBOR LIBRARY

A list of events is here.

VOLTA!

Volta, in Trenton, has a ton of things always going on. You can check that out here.

WENDELL GILLEY MUSEUM!

The museum is full of art and craft and exhibit. You can check out its events here.

QUICK NOTE

“Things To Do” is mostly curated by me looking for things happening in the upcoming week, which takes a lot of time and I truly do not know all that is going on.

If there’s something in the MDI region that you’d like me to mention, please let me know, because I’m definitely always missing some events every week.

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