And some ongoing events.

Sep 14, 2026

A vibrant outdoor art fair showcasing pyrography art on wooden panels, with vendors' tents lining a tree-shaded pathway. Attendees stroll along, admiring the artwork and displays. — Fine arts show in Bar Harbor this weekend. BHS photo.

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!

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

SEPTEMBER 14 — DANNY HOLT

Promotional image for live music featuring Danny Holt at the Northeast Harbor Library, showcasing contemporary classical piano on Monday, September 14 at 5:30 PM.

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:

YOGA BY the BAY 2026

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

SEPTEMBER 15 — MOE CLAIRE

SEPTEMBER 8 – OCTOBER 2

Promotional flyer for the Women Empowered Lift program at Mount Desert Island YMCA, detailing a 4-week training program for women emphasizing confidence and health goals.

SEPTEMBER 15— VOLUNTEER IN ACADIA

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/

TUESDAY MORNINGS! STORY AND PLAY.

Promotional image for 'Story and Play' event at Jesup Memorial Library, featuring a bright yellow chair, an open children's book, and colorful plush toys on a cozy reading area.

SHOWCASE OPEN JAM

Promotional poster for 'Showcase 1134 Open Jam' event featuring various performers such as singers, comedians, and dancers, held every Tuesday at Trenton Grange Hall, Maine. Includes this week's showcased performers and contact information.

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

Flyer for a free community supper hosted by Open Table MDI, detailing dates and locations for Quietside and Bar Harbor suppers, highlighting the availability of delivery for those in need.

MDI EPISCOPAL HISTORY MUSEUM

Exterior view of the MDI Episcopal Church Museum, featuring a large, two-story building with a shingled facade and decorative elements. A sign displays operational hours and location details.

CRANE FOLDING

STORY AND PLAY

A group of children and adults engaged in a story reading session at a library. The room is filled with bookshelves, colorful rugs, and children's toys. The text on the left promotes a 'Story and Play' event for kids aged 0-5 and their adults.

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!

MOMMY & ME GROUP

Tuesday events via the Chamber:

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

SEPTEMBER 16 AND 30 — TTRPG MINI MAKING

Advertisement for a TTRPG Mini Making program at Jesup Memorial Library with details on dates and times, featuring a workspace with paint, miniatures, and painting supplies.

SEPTEMBER 16 — CONVERSATION ABOUT REORGANIZATION

SEPTEMBER 16 — SHARE THE HARVEST CONCERT

Poster for Beech Hill Farm's annual Share the Harvest benefit concert featuring The Soulbenders, with event details, ticket prices, and a QR code.

SEPTEMBER 16 — Open house

Come enjoy the changes and see new exhibits of military.

Sep 16, 2026 at 1:00PM

Manset Meetinghouse, home of the Southwest Harbor Historical Society, Southwest Harbor

SEPTEMBER 2 – 29

Promotional flyer for the Hook 'n' Group Exhibit featuring hooked rugs, knitting, and needlepoint, held at Southwest Harbor Public Library from September 2-29. The flyer lists meeting times and artists involved in the exhibit.

VOLUNTEER IN ACADIA!

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 Music Bingo event featuring Matty P, with details on a Quarter Pounder meal offer, scheduled for Wednesday at 6 PM.

MEDITATION

DANCE CARDIO AT ARTWAVES

A group of individuals participating in a dance cardio class, with one woman in the foreground excitedly raising her arm. The setting is bright and lively, showcasing engagement and energy.

Northeast Harbor Library—Readers Unite!

Colorful illustration promoting the Readers Unite! After School Reading Club at the Northeast Harbor Library, featuring a girl joyfully holding a large book and a boy leaping from another book amidst fluffy 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

GIRLS WHO CODE

CHRONICLES OF YARNIA

A close-up of a person crocheting with a green yarn and a golden crochet hook, seated in a cozy setting, with a smartphone nearby. Superimposed text promotes a fiber arts group for tweens and teens, hosted on Wednesday evenings.

BLOCK PARTY!

Wednesday events via the Chamber:

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

SEPTEMBER 17 — CLUNAN LECTURE!

Promotional poster for the 4th Annual Clunan Lecture at Acadia Senior College featuring Colin Woodard, discussing his book 'The Last, Best Hope: The 250 Year Struggle For The American Experiment In A Divided Federation'. Event details include date, time, and location.

SEPTEMBER 17 — AMPHIBIANS OF ACADIA!

A hand holding a small orange amphibian, possibly a newt, on a white card, with event details for 'Amphibians of Acadia National Park' at Jesup Memorial Library.

SEPTEMBER 17 — Parent University: Creating Healthy Technology Habits as a Family (in person and virtual)

Connected with Purpose: Creating Healthy Technology Habits as a Family

5:30 PM, Mount Desert Island High School, Bar Harbor

MDIRSS Presenters: Kate Meyer (Instructional Innovation Coach) with support from Cindy Lambert (Education Technology Lead)

Technology is a part of everyday family life, but using it well takes intention. In this interactive session, families will reflect on their current technology habits, explore practical ways to engage with devices more mindfully, and create a realistic family technology plan based on their needs and values. Families will leave with concrete strategies for building healthier boundaries, stronger connections, and a more purposeful relationship with technology at home.

Parents and caregivers are encouraged to bring their children in grades 5-12 so the whole family can participate in these important conversations and develop their plan together.

SEPTEMBER 17 — WIC CLINIC

Promotional flyer for the WIC clinic at the Southwest Harbor Public Library, detailing services for mothers and children, including nutrition support and eligibility information.

Artwaves’ Fall Dance Schedule

Fall Dance Schedule featuring various dance classes including Open Level Ballet for different age groups, Contemporary Dance, Devising Performance, and Mommy & Me Ballet.

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.

VOLUNTEER IN ACADIA

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

Poster for Finback Ale House Karaoke Night featuring vibrant illustrations, a microphone, and a lively crowd. Details include the event every Thursday at 9:00 PM, free admission, and a 21+ age restriction.

STITCHES KNITTING AND CROCHET GROUP!

A knitted cowl in vibrant colors with knitting needles and a ball of yarn, featuring text that 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

FIGURE DRAWING AT ARTWAVES

A sketch of a figure in motion on a sketchbook, with text overlay announcing a weekly figure drawing session on Thursdays from 12 to 3 PM in the Fine Arts Studio. Two colored pencils are placed beside the sketchbook.

Thursday events via the Chamber:

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

SEPTEMBER 18 — COMMUNITY STEPS FOR RECOVERY

Graphic promoting 'Community Steps for Recovery' event with silhouettes of people walking, highlighting celebration of recovery and support for the community.

SEPTEMBER 18 — HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION

A notice for Household Hazardous and Universal Waste Collection scheduled for Friday, September 18, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. It provides instructions for listing waste on separate forms and contact details for queries.

SEPTEMBER 18 — NORTHEAST BRONCO NATION

Promotional graphic for the Acadia/Bar Harbor Weekend event, featuring highlights such as dinner at Wild Iris Farm, local attractions, and event details including dates and location in Bar Harbor, Maine.

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.

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 beach-themed graphic promoting story times at the Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring a cartoon duck on a float, sunglasses, surfboards, beach balls, and text that reads 'Story Times Wednesdays & Fridays 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, SEPTEMBER 19

SEPTEMBER 19 — SEAL COVE AUTO MUSEUM — CARS AND COFFEE

Promotional poster for Seal Cove Auto Museum's Cars & Coffee 2026 schedule, featuring a classic car, coffee beans, and event details including dates and themes.

SEPTEMBER 19

SEPTEMBER 19 — COMMUNITY COOKOUT!

Announcement for a community cookout event hosted by Tremont Community Church in Bass Harbor, Maine, benefiting the Closson family.

SEPTEMBER 19 — HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR

A poster for a Health and Wellness Fair scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Pemetic Elementary School, Southwest Harbor. The event runs from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and features health screenings, wellness vendors, and healthy snacks. The poster includes contact information for questions.

VOLUNTEER IN ACADIA

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/

Artwaves’ Fall Dance Schedule

Image showing a fall dance schedule with various ballet and dance classes listed for different age groups. The background features a gradient from orange to pink with images of dancers in ballet poses.

STORY TIME

SATURDAYS! BABY AND ME YOGA!

Promotional flyer for 'Baby and Me Yoga' classes at Harbor House, detailing schedule, class types for different age groups, and instructor information.

PRAYER SHAWL MISSION GROUP

Announcement for a Prayer Shawl Mission Team start-up event, including details of the date, time, and location.

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:

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

SEPTEMBER 20 — ADULT OUTDOOR SKILLS DAY

Promotional poster for Adult Outdoor Skills Day at Camp Beech Cliff in Mount Desert, Maine, featuring images of participants engaging in outdoor activities such as canoeing and a fire-starting workshop.

KIDS CHESS CLUB AT CHOCO-LATTE

Close-up of a chessboard featuring black and white pieces, including a white king and black rook, 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:

Carve a Preening Duck with Master Carver Josh Brewer

ONGOING…

THE ANNEX

ARTEMIS

Promotional image for a group art exhibition titled 'SEPT 10 - SEPT 24', featuring artists Cee Cee Belford, Olga Merrill, and Kaitlyn Miller. The exhibition supports the Mount Desert Nursing Association.

CRITERION SCHEDULE

Event schedule for Summer/Fall at The Criterion, featuring performances by artists such as Patty Griffin, Bob Marley, and Natalie Merchant.

MDI YMCA FALL SCHEDULE

Flyer for Mount Desert Island YMCA Fall Programming, detailing childcare, preschool, youth sports, and activities.

VOLUNTEER IN ACADIA LINKS

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/

AUGUST 19 — OCTOBER 17: THE GALLERY AT SOMES SOUND’S LARGEST SHOW OF THE SEASON.

A serene nighttime landscape featuring a calm blue bay with a full moon illuminating the scene. A small wooden boat rests on the rocky shore, while a sailboat is anchored in the distance amidst silhouettes of distant mountains and trees. — Ernest McMullen, Moon Over Acadia, 24” x 24” oil on panel

From August 19 – October 17, It’s Not What You Look At, But What You See: William Hoyt, Ernest McMullen, Rett Sturman and David Vickery will be at the Gallery at Somes Sound

Featuring four New England realists responding to the world around them, with the distinct observation of accurate detail (light, form, and texture), while still capturing subjects often revealing the emotional depth beneath the surface of everyday life. It’s a disciplined practice of “seeing” rather than just looking, translating objective reality through personal perception.

KIDS’ SCAVENGER HUNT AT SOUTHWEST HARBOR PUBLIC LIBRARY

A colorful promotional poster for a kids' scavenger hunt at the Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring a girl with a magnifying glass, surrounded by bookshelves and details about the event.

WIC CLINIC

COMMUNITY BLANKET PROJECT

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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