THINGS TO DO IN THE MOUNT DESERT ISLAND REGION THIS WEEK. And some ongoing events.
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THINGS TO DO IN THE MOUNT DESERT ISLAND REGION THIS WEEK.

And some ongoing events.

Carrie Jones

Aug 03, 2026

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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.

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!

FUTURE EVENTS

You can see the upcoming events here.

LIST OF ORGANIZATIONS

You can see the list of local organizations and businesses and links to their calendars here.

LIVE MUSIC

You can see the live music that we know about here!

All of these are constantly evolving. And if you have additions, please let us know!

ARTWAVES EVENTS THIS WEEK

Youth Summer Programs (August 3–7)

  • Dance Discovery Week (Grades 5–12): Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. A supportive, all-levels intensive exploring foundational ballet, modern, and contemporary choreography.
  • Clay Camp (Ages 6–12): Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Hands-on sculpting methods utilizing model magic, air-dry, and oven-baked clay.

Fine Arts & Studio Workshops

  • Which Stitch? Fiber Group: Monday, Aug 3 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. A weekly gathering open to fiber enthusiasts of all skill levels.
  • Photo-to-Batik Art: Tuesday, Aug 4 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Learn wax-resist and fabric dyeing methods with Gloria Avner.
  • Figure Drawing Session: Thursday, Aug 6 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Uninstructed live model session with provided studio supplies ($15 drop-in).
  • Open Studio Hours: Sunday, Aug 9 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Uninstructed time for community members to use studio gear and work on personal projects.

Wellness, Fitness & Movement

  • Zumba! with Mandy Pollock: Monday, Aug 3 | 4:20 PM – 5:20 PM. High-energy conditioning blended with accessible choreography.
  • Community Karate: Monday, Aug 3 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Weekly self-defense and mindfulness instruction for multiple skill levels.
  • Yoga with the MDI YMCA: Wednesday, Aug 5 | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Collaborative mid-week wellness session bridging breathwork with a creative setting.
  • Improv: Collaborative Comedy: Wednesday, Aug 5 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Games-based ensemble building focusing on rapid response and theatrical communication.
  • Adult Open Level Ballet: Saturday, Aug 8 | 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Technique-driven conditioning sessions tailored for adult dancers.

MONDAY, AUGUST 3

AUGUST 3— BAR HARBOR TOWN BAND

A schedule for the Bar Harbor Town Band's Summer Concert Series in 2026, detailing concert dates and days of the week.

AUGUST 3 — DAVID SEDARIS AT CRITERION THEATRE/BAR HARBOR

Promotional image for a live event featuring David Sedaris, with the title 'Sanctioned Shaming & Vicious Trauma' set against a bookshelf background.

AUGUST 3 — CAROLINE COTTER

Promotional image for a live music event featuring Caroline Cotter at the Northeast Harbor Library, showcasing the event title 'A Quiet Song of Hope' and the date and time.

AUGUST 3 — BALA BEE

Promotional image for 'Bala Bee Storytime Yoga' featuring colorful flowers and images of children participating in yoga and storytime activities at the Northeast Harbor Library. The event is open to all ages and does not require registration.

LEGO CLUB!

Promotional flyer for Lego Club at Northeast Harbor Library, featuring a girl building with Lego bricks. Includes details about registration, meeting times, and location.

Divine Play Yoga at the Neighborhood House

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

Cost: $15/class

with Mike Bouscaren

Register: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=19801383

Monday events via the Bar Harbor Chamber:

TUESDAY, AUGUST 4

AUGUST 4 — SUMMER STEAM

Promotional image for the Summer S.T.E.A.M. 4-H Science Series presented by Southwest Harbor Public Library and UMaine Cooperative Extension, featuring colorful graphics like a sun, watermelon, and science equipment, along with event details and registration QR code.

AUGUST 4— BAR HARBOR TOWN BAND

A list of the Bar Harbor Town Band's Summer Concert Series for 2026, featuring concert dates, days of the week, and notes about location and duration.

AUGUST 4— PARKER QUARTET

Promotional poster for the Mt. Desert Festival of Chamber Music featuring event details, dates, and musicians.

Event by Mt. Desert Festival of Chamber Music

Neighborhood House, 1 Kimball Rd, Northeast Harbor, ME 04662-6310, United States

Our first concert of the summer season opens with the Brentano Quartet playing Mozart, Faure, and Beethoven. Tickets are required and available at www.mtdesertfestival.org

AUGUST 4 — VOLUNTEER IN ACADIA

Schedule for volunteering in Acadia from August 4 to August 8, detailing various stewardship programs and hikes each day.

Drop-In Stewardship projects: Registration is not required, but visit our website for time and location details: https://friendsofacadia.org/get-involved/volunteer/stewardship-volunteers/

AUGUST 4— ST. SAVIOUR’S DOWNEAST MUSIC SERIES – WHIPPOORWILL WOOD

Poster for St. Saviour's Downeast Music Series, listing performances from June 3 to August 25, 2023, at 41 Mt. Desert Street, Bar Harbor, Maine. Features decorative elements and a butterfly illustration.

AUGUST 4 — NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

Promotional poster for National Night Out event by Southwest Harbor Police Department, scheduled for August 4th, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, featuring family-friendly activities, food, and fun.

TUESDAY MORNINGS! STORY AND PLAY.

Brightly colored chair and toys in a library setting promoting a Story and Play event for children aged 0-5 and their adults.

AUGUST 4 – 28 — QUIETSIDE ART GALLERY AND STUDIO STUDENT SHOW

Promotional poster for the Quietside Art Gallery & Studio Student Show, August 4-28, 2026, featuring painting styles and an opening reception on August 6 at 5:30 PM.

AUGUST 4 –The Seraph- A Book Talk at LaRochelle/Bar Harbor Historical Society

A promotional flyer for 'The Seraph: A Free Book Talk' featuring author Jane Goodrich. The event includes discussions on 19th-century reform movements and readings from the novel, with details about the date, time, and location in Bar Harbor.

Tickets

PIE SALE!

A promotional poster for a Summer Pie Sale featuring a lattice apple pie and a key lime pie, with details about the event supporting YWCA MDI. It includes dates, times, and location information.

SHOWCASE OPEN JAM

Poster for an open jam showcase event featuring various performers including singers, comedians, and jugglers. The event is hosted by Real Deal Productions at Trenton Grange Hall in Maine, every Tuesday from 6:00 to 10:00 PM.

OPEN TABLE MDI — TUESDAY COMMUNITY SUPPERS IN BAR HARBOR AND SOUTHWEST HARBOR!

Image of a flyer detailing the August supper schedule for Open Table MDI, including locations, times, and important announcements about meal delivery and community participation.

MDI EPISCOPAL HISTORY MUSEUM

Image of the MDI Episcopal Church Museum, a two-story building featuring a mix of shingle and stone architecture, with a porch and large windows. Text below indicates operating hours and location in Bar Harbor, Maine.

CRANE FOLDING

Promotional flyer for a crane folding event at Southwest Harbor Public Library, inviting participants of all ages and skill levels. Event details include time and encouragement for past folders to join.

STORY AND PLAY

A group of adults and young children participate in a storytelling activity in a library setting. Children aged 0-5 are engaged with books while sitting on colorful rugs and bean bags.

Artwaves Summer Dance Schedule

Image displaying a summer dance schedule that lists classes for adults and youths, including Open Level Ballet, Contemporary/Modern Dance, and Mommy & Me Ballet, featuring a dancer in a black tutu.

Move Free Run Club

Logo of Move Free Run Club featuring stylized waves and a sun in warm colors.

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!

MOMMY & ME GROUP

A flyer advertising a Mommy & Me group, highlighting a welcoming space for caregivers and children to engage in social activities. It includes details about the location, time, and contact information.

Tuesday events via the Chamber:

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5

AUGUST 5— SEASIDE CINEMA AT AGAMONT PARK—IT’S FREE!

Outdoor movie event titled 'Seaside Cinema' taking place on Wednesdays at dusk from July 15 to August 19, with a projection screen and audience enjoying the film.

August 5: How To Train Your Dragon

August 12: The Lego Movie

August 19: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

Movie starts after 8 PM when the sun is low enough.

AUGUST 5 — DURLIN LUNT

Promotional poster for a history talk featuring Durlin Lunt at the Northeast Harbor Library, discussing Otter Creek's lost waterfront. Scheduled for Wednesday, August 5 at 5:30 PM, in collaboration with the MDI Historical Society.

AUGUST 5 — LOON WATCHING

Promotional poster for guided field walks focused on loon watching at Little Long Pond, including dates and times for the events in June, July, and August 2026.

AUGUST 5 — EVERYBODY LOVES PIRATES

Event poster for 'Everybody Loves Pirates' puppet show by Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers, co-sponsored by the Neighborhood House and the Northeast Harbor Library. Date: August 5 at 10:30 AM, location: Mount Desert Elementary School gym. Offers free admission.

WEDNESDAYS — WRITERS’ WORKSHOPS AT HIDDEN BARN BOOKS

Promotional poster for the Acadia Writers Workshop, featuring details about the workshop dates, location, pricing, and contact information, with artistic design elements.

Every Wednesday now through Labor Day from 10-12 AM at Hidden Barn Books, 31 Kennebec Place in Bar Harbor.

Limited spots, so register here:

https://www.practiceofwriting.com/acadia-writers-workshop

VOLUNTEER IN ACADIA!

Volunteer schedule for Friends of Acadia detailing stewardship programs and hikes from August 4 to August 8.

Save Our Summits Volunteer Hikes

Save Our Summits hikes: Register on our website (registration closes 24 hours before each hike): https://friendsofacadia.org/get-involved/events/save-our-summits-registration/

MUSIC BINGO WITH MATTY P AT THE FINBACK!

Promotional poster for a Music Bingo event featuring Matty P, occurring on Wednesday at 6 PM. Includes details about a special food offer: Quarter Pounder with Cheese and Fries Basket for $10.

MEDITATION

Promotional poster for a meditation event titled 'Meditation: Sitting, walking, standing, seeing.' Includes details on timing, location at Somesville Library in Maine, and mention of Zen teacher Tom Tanguay.

DANCE CARDIO AT ARTWAVES

A group of people enjoying a dance cardio class. A woman in an orange tank top is leading the activity, smiling and raising her hand, while others participate enthusiastically in a well-lit studio setting. Text displays the event title 'DANCE CARDIO' and provides details about the schedule.

Northeast Harbor Library—Readers Unite!

Illustration promoting the 'Readers Unite! After School Reading Club' at the Northeast Harbor Library, featuring a girl holding a large book and a boy joyfully sitting on an open book surrounded by clouds.

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.

SOUTHWEST HARBOR

Colorful promotional graphic for story times at Southwest Harbor Public Library featuring a cartoon duck relaxing on an inner tube, beach ball, surfboard, and sun, with text listing the event details.

GIRLS WHO CODE

Promotional image for 'Girls Who Code' program in Bar Harbor, held on Wednesdays from 3:15 PM to 4:30 PM at Jesup Memorial Library. Contact email provided for sign-up.

CHRONICLES OF YARNIA

A person crocheting with a green yarn and a gold crochet hook, promoting the 'Chronicles of Yarnia: Fiber Arts Group' for tweens and teens, held on Wednesday evenings.

BLOCK PARTY!

Promotional image for a Block Party at Jesup, featuring colorful building blocks and text inviting children to join the event on Wednesdays from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday events via the Chamber:

THURSDAY, AUGUST 6

Event poster for a discussion titled 'Little Great Island and the Value of Community in the Face of Climate Change' by Kate Woodworth, featuring the book cover and details about the event on August 6th at Jesup Memorial Library.

AUGUST 6— BAR HARBOR TOWN BAND

Poster for the Bar Harbor Town Band Summer Concert Series 2026, listing concert dates and details.

AUGUST 6 — WOMEN IN HORTICULTURE!

A smiling woman with long, wavy hair wearing a bright pink jacket stands in a colorful tulip field filled with yellow and pink flowers.

Beatrix Farrand Society welcomes Jenny Rose Carey to present “Women in Horticulture” at Garland Farm on Thursday, August 6, at 4:00 p.m.

Pre-registration for this program is required, and reaching capacity is likely. To pre-register, visit www.beatrixfarrandsociety.org/programs. A Zoom option is also available.

The Beatrix Farrand Society is a nonprofit organization founded to foster the art and science of horticulture and landscape design, with emphasis on the life and work of Beatrix Farrand. Garland Farm, the last home and gardens of Beatrix Farrand, is open to the public every Thursday, 12:00 – 4:00 p.m., from June 18 until September 17.

AUGUST 6 — RUSTICATOR — BOOK SIGNING WITH JACI CONRY

Promotional poster for summer events at Rusticator in Seal Harbor, detailing book signings and workshops.

VOLUNTEER IN ACADIA

Volunteer schedule for Friends of Acadia from August 4 to August 8, detailing stewardship activities and hikes.

Drop-In Stewardship projects: Registration is not required, but visit our website for time and location details: https://friendsofacadia.org/get-involved/volunteer/stewardship-volunteers/

MDI Wheelers and Stewardship Program via FOA

Every Thursday and Friday morning, June through September, weather permitting

MDI Wheelers: Learn more here, and sign up for a ride by emailing Info@mdiwheelers.org.

KARAOKE NIGHT AT FINBACK ALE HOUSE

Promotional poster for Finback Ale House Karaoke Night with vibrant illustrations of people singing, musical elements, and details about the event's timing and admission.

STITCHES KNITTING AND CROCHET GROUP!

A knitted piece with vibrant colors laid flat, accompanied by knitting needles and a yarn ball. Text overlay reads 'Stitches Knitting Group Meets Thursdays 3-5'.

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

Promotional flyer for adult line dance classes offered by Two Shoes Dance on Thursdays from 5:15 PM to 6:15 PM at Harbor House, featuring pop, Latin, hip hop, and country styles.

FIGURE DRAWING AT ARTWAVES

A sketch of a figure in a dynamic pose with colored pencils beside it, accompanied by text promoting a weekly figure drawing class on Thursdays from 12 to 3 PM in the Fine Arts Studio.

DANCE LESSONS AT ARTWAVES

Spring dance classes schedule featuring various levels and styles of dance for different age groups. Image includes a ballet dancer in a white tutu.

Thursday events via the Chamber:

FRIDAY, AUGUST 7

AUGUST 7 AND AUGUST 8

MOUNT DESERT SUMMER CHORALE GOES BAROQUE

A colorful promotional poster for the Mount Desert Summer Chorale's concert titled 'Go for Baroque', featuring works by Bach and Vivaldi. The poster includes concert details, ticket prices, and QR code for more information.

The Mount Desert Summer Chorale will present its annual concerts on August 7 at Saint Saviour’s in Bar Harbor and August 8 at Ellsworth High School. The program, titled “Go for Baroque” presents works by two 18th-century masters: J.S. Bach’s “Jesu, meine Freude,” and Antonio Vivaldi’s beloved “Gloria.” Both concerts begin at 7:30 p.m., with a pre-concert talk by conductor David Schildkret at 7:00 p.m. The concerts are presented in loving memory of George Emlen, who passed away in April. Emlen led MDSC from 1982 – 1999.

FINE CRAFT SHOWS

Logo of Guild Fine Craft Shows featuring a stylized sun and craft tools.

BIRDERS’ CAFE

Graphic of a coffee cup with a bird perched on it, featuring the text 'Birders' Cafe at the Oceanarium' and the logo for 'Oceanarium and Education Center, Bar Harbor, Maine.'

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.

Graphic outlining volunteer activities for Friends of Acadia for the week of August 4-8, including trail building, vegetation trimming, and summit hikes.

Save Our Summits Volunteer Hikes

Save Our Summits hikes: Register on our website (registration closes 24 hours before each hike): https://friendsofacadia.org/get-involved/events/save-our-summits-registration/

MDI Wheelers and Stewardship Program via FOA

Every Thursday and Friday morning, June through September, weather permitting

MDI Wheelers: Learn more here, and sign up for a ride by emailing Info@mdiwheelers.org.

FAMILY STORY TIME AT SOUTHWEST HARBOR

A colorful summer-themed advertisement for story times at the Southwest Harbor Public Library. Features a cartoon duck wearing sunglasses floating on a pool float, surrounded by beach items like a beach ball and surfboards. Text includes 'Story Times', 'Wednesdays & Fridays', and the time '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, AUGUST 8

AUGUST 7 AND AUGUST 8

MOUNT DESERT SUMMER CHORALE GOES BAROQUE

A colorful concert poster for the Mount Desert Summer Chorale titled 'Go for Baroque', featuring details on performances of Bach's 'Jesu, Meine Freude' and Vivaldi's 'Gloria'.

The Mount Desert Summer Chorale will present its annual concerts on August 7 at Saint Saviour’s in Bar Harbor and August 8 at Ellsworth High School. The program, titled “Go for Baroque” presents works by two 18th-century masters: J.S. Bach’s “Jesu, meine Freude,” and Antonio Vivaldi’s beloved “Gloria.” Both concerts begin at 7:30 p.m., with a pre-concert talk by conductor David Schildkret at 7:00 p.m. The concerts are presented in loving memory of George Emlen, who passed away in April. Emlen led MDSC from 1982 – 1999.

AUGUST 8

Event poster for a 'Drive In' movie at Southwest Harbor Public Library featuring details like date, time, and activities such as decorating cardboard cars and watching a movie. Includes an image of cardboard cars and a cartoon popcorn character.

AUGUST 8—MAMMA MANIA

Promotional poster for 'Mamma Mania!', an American tribute to ABBA, featuring two female performers in shiny costumes with disco elements. The background includes a disco ball and text detailing the event date and location.

AUGUST 8 — LUMINARIA EVENING

Poster for the 25th Annual Carol Dyer Memorial Luminary Evening on August 8, 2026, featuring music by April Cough McGuire, celebrating cancer survivors and honoring those lost to cancer. Includes event details and a QR code.

AUGUST 8 — SEAL HARBOR LIBRARY SUMMER FAIR & BOOK SALE

The SEAL HARBOR LIBRARY SUMMER FAIR & BOOK SALE is SATURDAY, August 8th 2026, from 9 AM TO NOON.

  • ·Wonderful Used Books
  • Attic Treasures
  • Local Crafters
  • Fresh Flowers & Vegetables
  • Coffee, Donuts, & Hot Dogs
  • Silent Auction
  • Activities for Kids
  • Vintage Photographs
  • Live Music & More!

RAIN OR SHINE ON THE SEAL HARBOR VILLAGE GREEN

For more information, please call Wendy Livingston at 203 858-7945

GUILD FINE CRAFT SHOWS

A golden hexagonal pendant necklace on the left, followed by a woven basket in the center. Next is a model wearing a stylish yellow and gray striped blanket. On the right, there are elegant ceramic plates and bowls, with a small flower decoration, and a wooden box at the far right. The text above indicates the Guild Fine Craft Shows event in Mount Desert Island on August 7, 8, and 9, 2026, at the College of the Atlantic.

AUGUST 8

Promotional poster for the Seal Cove Auto Museum's 2026 Cars & Coffee event schedule, featuring a vintage car and coffee beans, with event dates and themes listed.

VOLUNTEER IN ACADIA

Schedule of volunteer activities in Acadia for the week of August 4 to August 8, including various stewardship programs and hikes.

Drop-In Stewardship projects: Registration is not required, but visit our website for time and location details: https://friendsofacadia.org/get-involved/volunteer/stewardship-volunteers/

STORY TIME

Promotional image for 'Saturday Story Time' at the Northeast Harbor Library, featuring colorful text and illustrations, including a green book and blue clouds. Event details include time, location, starting date, and welcome message for all ages.

SATURDAYS! BABY AND ME YOGA!

A flyer for 'Baby and Me Yoga' classes at Harbor House from January 11th to March 1st, featuring details about two levels: 'Little Wigglers' for non-walking babies and 'Busy Bees' for toddlers aged 1-3. Includes class times, instructor information, and cost details.

PRAYER SHAWL MISSION GROUP

Poster for Prayer Shawl Mission Team start-up event on October 4, 2025, at Bar Harbor Congregational Church, featuring images of people knitting and crocheting.

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.

DANCE LESSONS AT ARTWAVES

A summer dance schedule featuring classes for adults and students in ballet and contemporary dance, with dates and times listed. The image includes a dancer wearing a tutu and ballet shoes in a studio setting.

Saturday events via the Chamber:

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9

AUGUST 9 — BOB MARLEY

Promotional image for comedian Bob Marley's show in Bar Harbor, Maine, on August 9 at 7 PM. It features the text 'Comedian Bob Marley,' 'Bar Harbor,' and 'Maine' in bold colors, along with an image of the comedian making a humorous expression.

GUILD FINE CRAFT SHOWS

Logo for Guild Fine Craft Shows with a graphic of a sun and craft tools on the left.

KIDS CHESS CLUB AT CHOCO-LATTE

Close-up of a chess board featuring various chess pieces, including a white king, black pieces, and a knight, with the text 'Chess Clubs for Kids' overlayed in a decorative box.

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

Logo of the Move Free Run Club featuring stylized wave-like shapes in yellow with a red sun above.

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!

Sunday events via the Chamber:

ONGOING…

THE ANNEX

Event schedule for The Annex bar featuring live music performances in August, including artists like Nathan Grant, Bad Daddy, and River Bottom Funk, with shows from 8 PM to 11 PM.
Promotional poster for Summer/Fall events at The Criterion, featuring a list of performances including Bluebird Improv, Patty Griffin, Punch Brothers, and Rhiannon Giddens among others, with dates and ticket information.

ARTWAVES

Promotional flyer for ArtWaves community arts center featuring dance class schedules for various age groups and summer art camps. Includes images of a dancer performing in a ballet pose and colorful artistic designs.

Looking to give back to Acadia National Park? Here are several ways you can lend a hand this week! How to participate:

Save Our Summits hikes: Register on our website (registration closes 24 hours before each hike): https://friendsofacadia.org/get-involved/events/save-our-summits-registration/

Drop-In Stewardship projects: Registration is not required, but visit our website for time and location details: https://friendsofacadia.org/get-involved/volunteer/stewardship-volunteers/

Membership Table volunteers: Regular opportunities are available for folks who love to talk about the park and share visitor impact stories! Learn more about training opportunities on our website: https://friendsofacadia.org/get-involved/volunteer/membership-office-volunteers/

Stewardship projects for service groups: If you have a group of 5+ people interested in helping with trail and carriage road maintenance, drop us a line! https://friendsofacadia.org/get-involved/volunteer/service-groups/

Wild Gardens of Acadia docents: This is perfect for plant lovers who love sharing plant facts with visitors. Learn more: https://friendsofacadia.org/get-involved/volunteer/wild-gardens-of-acadia-volunteer/

KIDS’ SCAVENGER HUNT AT SOUTHWEST HARBOR PUBLIC LIBRARY

Promotional poster for a kid's scavenger hunt at Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring a cartoon girl with a magnifying glass, surrounded by colorful bookshelves. The text invites participants to find ten hidden pictures to win a special prize, with details about checklists and event accessibility.

DRACULA AND CHARLOTTE’S WEB AT ACADIA REP

A group of four actors poses for a photo, with two women and two men in vintage-style clothing, against a patterned red backdrop. The central male figure wears a dark cape with a purple interior, while decorative bats with red eyes appear around them.

DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS, by Gordon Greenspan and Steve Rosen, now playing at the Acadia Repertory Theatre in Somesville, takes the classic vampire tale and turns it into a farcical comedy of the highest order! If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if Bram Stoker’s novel had a love child with Mel Brooks, Monty Python and The 39 Steps, well, this is the show for you! Packed with thrills, chills, wordplay, bad puns, and a hot guy who takes off his shirt, this show is guaranteed to induce blood-curdling screams – of laughter!\

DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS plays Tuesday through Saturday evenings at 8:00 PM, and Sundays at 2:00 PM, through Sunday August 16th. You can order tickets online at https://acadiarep.com/ or by calling 207-244-7260 on Tuesdays-Sundays between 12:00PM and 5:00PM.

Also opening this week is the triumphant return to the Acadia Rep of Joseph Robinette’s much-beloved adaptation of CHARLOTTE’S WEB. This classic Maine story, a long-time part of our Children’s Theatre series, has delighted three generations of playgoers, and now stands poised to charm a fourth one! CHARLOTTE’S WEB plays Wednesday and Saturday mornings at 10:30, through August 29th. No advance reservations are accepted for our Children’s Series; first come, first serve tickets go on sale at the Box Office at 10:00.

WIC CLINIC

A promotional flyer for a WIC clinic at the Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring details about the program's services for families, eligibility criteria, and contact information.

COMMUNITY BLANKET PROJECT

Image of a community blanket project flyer featuring colorful rolled blankets, details about donations, and contact information.

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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