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THINGS TO DO

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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 28

SEPTEMBER 28 – Ballaké Sissoko & Piers Faccini

Two men standing side by side in a dimly lit room, with one wearing a traditional outfit and the other in a blazer.

Event listing:
September 28, 2026
7 p.m.
Live Music: Ballaké Sissoko & Piers Faccini
Thomas S. Gates, Jr. Community Center
College of the Atlantic
105 Eden Street
Bar Harbor
By donation
coa.edu/events

SEPTEMBER 28

Promotional banner for a workshop titled 'Mono Printing the Night Sky' featuring a starry night sky design, with details about the event date and time.

SEPTEMBER 28

A promotional flyer for free tax help services for residents in Maine, detailing locations, dates, and contact numbers for appointments. Services are available at Southwest Harbor Public Library, Maine Seacoast Mission, and Friends in Action, specifically for individuals with low to moderate income.

SHOWCASE JAMS!

Promotional poster for an open jam and open mic event called 'Showcase 1134' at Trenton Grange, featuring acoustic and electric band setup. Event details include the time, location, and donation information.

A senior exercise class featuring three participants performing low-impact aerobic exercises in a bright indoor setting, promoting health and wellness.

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:

None listed.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

SEPTEMBER 29

Event poster for 'Assembling the Mount Desert Island Geology Puzzle' with Duane and Ruth Braun, featuring details about the event date, time, and registration QR code.

SEPTEMBER – OCTOBER 2

Promotional flyer for the Women Empowered Lift program at Mount Desert Island YMCA, detailing a 4-week small group training for women to improve confidence and health through weight lifting, with session dates, times, and pricing included.

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.

A cozy reading corner at Jesup Memorial Library featuring a bright yellow chair, plush toys, and an open storybook, promoting a 'Story and Play' event for children ages 0-5 on Tuesday mornings.

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

Promotional flyer for a free community supper hosted by Open Table MDI, detailing dates, times, and locations for Quietside and Bar Harbor suppers.

MDI EPISCOPAL HISTORY MUSEUM

Image of the MDI Episcopal Church Museum, showcasing a historical building with a mix of brick and wooden architecture, located in Bar Harbor, Maine. The image includes a sign indicating the museum's hours and location.

CRANE FOLDING

STORY AND PLAY

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:

Baby and Toddler Time

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

SEPTEMBER 30

A workspace featuring an assortment of paint bottles, miniatures, and painting tools. The background includes promotional text for a TTRPG Mini Making program at Jesup Memorial Library.

SEPTEMBER 30 and OCTOBER 1

Announcement for the MDIRSS AOS 91 Community Forum detailing two events at Trenton Elementary School and MDIHS, including dates, times, locations, and childcare availability.

SEPTEMBER 30

Event poster for Kid's Dungeons and Dragons Club at the Northeast Harbor Library, detailing meeting times, dates, and information about participation and materials.

SEPTEMBER 30

Announcement for a parenting workshop titled 'Is This Normal?' focused on children ages 3-12. Features speakers Tara McKernan and Andrea Howell. Event details include date, time, location at Jesup Memorial Library, and information about childcare and snacks.

SEPTEMBER 30 Tape Art Workshop

Poster for a Tape Art Workshop at Northeast Harbor Library featuring artists from the Netflix documentary 'Secret Mall Apartment.' Includes illustrations of colorful mushrooms and details about the event date and time.

Event Registration

SEPTEMBER 2 – 29

Promotional image for the 'Hook 'n I Group Exhibit' at Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring hooked rugs, knitting, and needlepoint artwork. The exhibit runs from September 2-29. Includes details of artists involved and a QR code for more information.

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, scheduled for Wednesday at 6 PM. Includes details about a Quarter Pounder with Cheese and Fries Basket for $10, with a vinyl record graphic and colorful star accents.

A group of elderly individuals participating in a low-impact exercise class, engaging in stretches while seated on chairs. The image features a message promoting health and the Strong Bodies Senior Class schedule and details.

MEDITATION

DANCE CARDIO AT ARTWAVES

A group of people participating in a dance cardio class, with one woman in an orange tank top leading the activity. The setting is a bright, spacious room with wooden floors.

Northeast Harbor Library—Readers Unite!

Illustration promoting the 'Readers Unite! After School Reading Club' at the Northeast Harbor Library, featuring children enjoying reading and flying with books in a whimsical, cloud-filled background.

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

BLOCK PARTY!

Wednesday events via the Chamber:

Peregrines Spotlighted in Author Talk

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1

OCTOBER 1

Graphic promoting an author talk with Douglas Rooks about his book 'Transformational: Ken Curtis, Maine's Reform Governor', scheduled for October 1st at 5:30 PM at Jesup Memorial Library.

OCTOBER 1 — SIGN OF THE TIMES

“Signs for our Times!”

Let’s Party Making Art

To win the election!

Thursday, October 1, 6:30 pm

at the Bar Harbor YWCA

There will be a party for people of all ages to create, manufacture, and distribute street signs, bumper stickers, political buttons, hats, T-shirts, et cetera. With music, snacks and PRIZES – professional production of your signs.

LET’S SEND OUR MESSAGES WITH THIS ELECTION!!!!

For more information, contact:

Christa Starling, Chair of the Bar Harbor Democratic Committee, bhdemocrats@gmail.com

or Gray Cox at jgraycox@gmail.com, #207-460-1163

OCTOBER 1

Announcement for the MDIRSS AOS 91 Community Forum, detailing event information including dates, times, and locations for two community forums about the reorganization plan, with childcare available.

OCTOBER 1

A serene landscape featuring a flowing stream surrounded by lush greenery and autumn-colored trees. Overlay text announces an event titled 'Mindfulness and Movement: Breathe, Posture, & Yoga Off the Mat' with Samantha Williams, scheduled for October 1, 2026, at 5 p.m.

Artwaves’ Fall Dance Schedule

A colorful graphic displaying the Fall Dance Schedule with five different dance classes including Open Level Ballet, Contemporary Dance, and Mommy & Me Ballet, along with their respective times and age groups.

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

STITCHES KNITTING AND CROCHET GROUP!

A colorful knitted piece displayed on a light surface, with knitting needles and a yarn ball beside it. 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

FIGURE DRAWING AT ARTWAVES

Illustration of a human figure drawn in pencil on a sketchbook, with text overlay promoting a weekly figure drawing session on Thursdays from 12 to 3 PM in the Fine Arts Studio.

Thursday events via the Chamber:

Figure Drawing

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2

Promotional flyer for a Local Food Community Potluck event at Beech Hill Farm, featuring details about sharing dishes, collaborating on climate solutions, children's activities, and live music. Scheduled for Friday, October 2nd, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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.

A senior fitness class with three participants stretching and exercising in a bright and welcoming environment, emphasizing health and wellness for older adults.

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

Colorful graphic promoting story times at Southwest Harbor Public Library featuring a duck in sunglasses on an inflatable ring, surfboards, beach ball, and sunny beach background.

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, OCTOBER 3

OCTOBER 3 — SEAL COVE AUTO MUSEUM

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

OCTOBER 3

Promotional poster for the 9th Annual Mary Parker Memorial Run, Walk, Wag 5K event, featuring details about the race date, registration fees, sponsors, and prizes.

OCTOBER 3 AND 4: Open Historic 1810 Higgins Barn Gallery and Art Studio: Feather Leaf Stone featuring mixed media artist, Bonnie Chase and several other local artists, crafters and demonstrations.

An inviting wooden barn entrance illuminated by warm string lights, with potted flowers and rustic decor visible inside.

Demonstrations:

Bonnie Chase: Mixed Media Artist, Creating Botanical dyes and rust prints on fibers and paper
Shira Singer: Fabric Artist, will demonstrate how to make drawing pastels from flower extractions
Bill Calvert : How to make cider using a homemade press

Local Artists and Crafters
Bonnie Chase: Mixed media paintings, vessels, botanical prints, and handmade artist books created with handmade inks, paints, dyes and fibers botanicals, earth pigments, rust and found objects.
Bill Calvert: wooden bowls, lamps, found object art assemblages other hand crafted objects
Jeff Toman, blacksmith : candlesticks, jewelry, hooks and other forged creations
Leza Colquhoun: Handmade unique artist boxes
Janelle Delicata: Everyday jewelry and wearable art
Jeff DiBella, expert bird photography: photos and prints
Roberta Sharp: collage art and bird cards
Mary Chapman: knitted kitchenwares
Other surprise pop- up artists!
Event Address:

256 Oak Hill Rd., Bar Harbor, ME 04609 Located off of Indian point Road, Town Hill or Oak Hill Rd., Somesville

OCTOBER 3

Firearms Hunter Safety Course will be hosted by the Blue Hill Rifle & Pistol Club. This course will be offered as an Online Course with an in-person Field Day. The Field Day will be held at Blue Hill Rifle & Pistol Club on October 3rd 8:30am-4:30 pm.

Registration is required, for more information:

Or contact bluehillriflepistolclub@gmail.com. The Club is located at 54 Range Road, Blue Hill, ME 04614

OCTOBER 3 and OCTOBER 4 CRAFT FAIR!

Event by Island Arts Association

327 Main St, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679-4403, United States

Shop from local artists at Island Arts Association’s Southwest Harbor Craft Fair! Located on the lawn in front of Pemetic Elementary School at 327 Main Street, Southwest Harbor. This fair takes place Saturday & Sunday, October 3 & 4, 10:00 am–5:00 pm. Support our local, independent artists!

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

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

STORY TIME

SATURDAYS! BABY AND ME YOGA!

Flyer for 'Baby and Me Yoga' classes at Harbor House, detailing two levels: Little Wigglers for non-walking babies and Busy Bees for toddlers, along with class times and instructor information.

PRAYER SHAWL MISSION GROUP

Promotional flyer for a Prayer Shawl Mission Team event with details about date, time, and location, 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.

Saturday events via the Chamber:

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4

OCTOBER 4 – Strengthening Community: Forging Connections Through Art, an Interactive Forum

Event poster for 'Strengthening Community: Forging Connections Through Art' at Jesup Memorial Library, featuring six individuals and event details.

OCTOBER 4 CRAFT FAIR!

Event by Island Arts Association

327 Main St, Southwest Harbor, ME 04679-4403, United States

OCTOBER 4 MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY FALL CLEANUP

Announcement for Mountain View Cemetery Fall Cleanup event in Town Hill, Maine, on Sunday, October 4th from 8:30 AM to 12 PM. It includes details on volunteer activities, meeting location, and potluck lunch.

OCTOBER 3 AND 4: Open Historic 1810 Higgins Barn Gallery and Art Studio: Feather Leaf Stone featuring mixed media artist, Bonnie Chase and several other local artists, crafters and demonstrations.

Entrance to a rustic wooden barn, illuminated with string lights, showcasing a warm inviting interior filled with various tools and decor items, featuring potted flowers and a round rug in front.

Demonstrations:

Bonnie Chase: Mixed Media Artist, Creating Botanical dyes and rust prints on fibers and paper
Shira Singer: Fabric Artist, will demonstrate how to make drawing pastels from flower extractions
Bill Calvert : How to make cider using a homemade press

Local Artists and Crafters
Bonnie Chase: Mixed media paintings, vessels, botanical prints, and handmade artist books created with handmade inks, paints, dyes and fibers botanicals, earth pigments, rust and found objects.
Bill Calvert: wooden bowls, lamps, found object art assemblages other hand crafted objects
Jeff Toman, blacksmith : candlesticks, jewelry, hooks and other forged creations
Leza Colquhoun: Handmade unique artist boxes
Janelle Delicata: Everyday jewelry and wearable art
Jeff DiBella, expert bird photography: photos and prints
Roberta Sharp: collage art and bird cards
Mary Chapman: knitted kitchenwares
Other surprise pop- up artists!
Event Address:

256 Oak Hill Rd., Bar Harbor, ME 04609 Located off of Indian point Road, Town Hill or Oak Hill Rd., Somesville

KIDS CHESS CLUB AT CHOCO-LATTE

Close-up of a chessboard featuring various chess pieces including a white king, black pieces, and a white 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.

ONGOING…

LIBRARY EXPLORERS

Drop in every month, for Library Explorers at the Southwest Harbor Library to uncover new missions, mysteries, and discoveries in the library—with a collectible trading card to unlock! This program is ongoing during library hours and is designed for kids 5-17, though younger explorers are welcome to participate with a grown-up. No registration required. https://tinyurl.com/mt7hh5ts.

Library hours: 9-5 Mon., Tue., Thu., Fri.; 9-8, Wed.; 9-1 Sat.; closed Sun.

CRITERION SCHEDULE

Event schedule for Summer/Fall at The Criterion featuring various performances including Bluebird Improv, Patty Griffin, and Punch Brothers.

MDI YMCA FALL SCHEDULE

Flyer for Mount Desert Island YMCA Fall Programming, detailing childcare services, afterschool enrichment care, preschool information, youth sports and activities, and registration details.

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 tranquil night scene depicting a serene body of water under a bright moon, with silhouettes of distant mountains. A small boat rests on the shore, while a sailboat is seen gently floating on the water. — 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

WIC CLINIC

COMMUNITY BLANKET PROJECT

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