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

THINGS TO DO IN THE MOUNT DESERT ISLAND REGION THIS WEEK.

And some ongoing events.

Carrie Jones

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A woman with long, curly hair and oversized sunglasses stands in front of a vibrant, colorful mural featuring flowers and butterflies.
Via Coa which will have an art event this Friday.

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!


WESTSIDE FOOD PANTRY SCHEDULE

Next week the pantry schedule will be at the bottom of the article, but we wanted to make sure you see it. We’ll also integrate the Common Good dinners/hours into each specific day next week.

Westside Food Pantry 2026-2027 schedule with distribution dates and times at St. John Episcopal Church.

COMMON GOOD HOURS

Event schedule including times for popovers and coffee on Sunday, community lunch on Wednesday, grocery delivery on Friday morning, community dinner and live music on Friday evening, and food pantry on Saturday.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 19


OCTOBER 19

Informative flyer for 'Maker Mondays' at the Northeast Harbor Library, detailing the schedule, activities like Legos and arts & crafts, and registration information.

OCTOBER 19

A poster advertising a fundraising event at The Upper Deck at the Marina on Monday, October 19th, from noon to 8 PM. The event supports heating assistance for the MDI Campfire Coalition. It features two cartoon characters sitting by a campfire, with details encouraging community participation through meal purchases.

OCTOBER 12 – NOVEMBER 6

Promotional flyer for the Mount Desert Island YMCA's 'Women Empowered Lift' program, featuring details about a 4-week training program for women of all ages, emphasizing confidence and health goals. Includes session dates, pricing for members and non-members, and contact information.

SHOWCASE JAMS!

Promotional flyer for 'Showcase 1134' featuring information about an open jam and open mic event at Trenton Grange, held every Monday from 6:30 to 10:30 PM, inviting all musicians to participate.

HEALTH CLASS

A senior exercise class featuring three participants performing low-impact aerobic exercises. The text highlights the importance of health and lists details about the Strong Bodies Senior Class, including schedule and contact information.

LEGO CLUB!

A colorful poster promoting the LEGO Club at Northeast Harbor Library, featuring a girl building with LEGO bricks and information about registration, meeting time, 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:

  • None listed.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20


OCTOBER 20

Promotional flyer for the play reading 'You Don't Know Maine' by Carolyn Gage. Includes event details such as date, time, and location, alongside a photo of Carolyn Gage and a QR code for registration.

OCTOBER 20

Promotional poster for an event featuring Raelene Ostberg, founder of Thriving Together, titled 'Finding Joy Among the Stress'. Includes details about the event date, time, location, and themes such as inspiration and community connection.

OCTOBER 20 and 22

Promotional flyer for community flu shot clinics, detailing dates, times, location, and contact information.

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/


October Chair Massage at Sassafrass Cafe

A promotional flyer for chair massages at Sassafras, featuring artistic elements such as a lighthouse and a ship. The flyer includes details about the event, scheduled every Tuesday in October from 9 to 11 a.m., and encourages viewers to reserve their spot through the website.

Enjoy 20 minutes of customized chair massage in the cozy event space at Sassafrass Cafe. (1317 ME-102, Bar Harbor, ME.)

Tuesday mornings from 9-11,
$20-40 sliding scale. Learn more here.


TUESDAY MORNINGS! STORY AND PLAY.

Colorful promotional image for a children's storytime event at Jesup Memorial Library, featuring a bright yellow armchair, a children's book open on a table, and playful stuffed animals. The event is for kids ages 0-5 and their adults, held on Tuesday mornings.

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

Graphic promoting a free community supper from Open Table MDI, detailing Quietside and Bar Harbor supper schedules, locations, and delivery options.

CRANE FOLDING

A promotional image for a crane folding event at Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring text details about the event's timing and inclusivity for all ages and skill levels. Two people are seen actively engaging in folding origami cranes at a table.

STORY AND PLAY

A group of children and adults participating in a 'Story and Play' session at a library. The scene shows two adults sitting on bean bags while children are gathered around, some reading books. A colorful carpet and shelves filled with books are visible in the background.

Move Free Run Club

Logo of the Move Free Run Club featuring stylized wave shapes in yellow and an orange 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!


MOMMY & ME GROUP

A flyer for the 'Mommy & Me Group' offering a welcoming space for caregivers and children, featuring activities, social time, and details about the weekly meeting at Harbor House in Southwest Harbor.

Tuesday events via the Chamber:


WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21


OCTOBER 21

Flyer for a free vaccination clinic in Frenchboro on October 21, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the church kitchen, offering flu and COVID vaccines. Includes QR code for registration and contact information.

OCTOBER 21

Meeting room for the Archives Grand Opening event at Jesup Memorial Library, featuring a large table surrounded by chairs and large windows with a view of trees and mountains.

OCTOBER 21

Promotional image for a health lecture titled 'Understanding Perimenopause & Menopause' featuring Dr. Emily Hill and Dr. Lauren Manning. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21 at 5:30 PM at the Northeast Harbor Library.

OCTOBER 21

Promotional image for a cooking class with Chef Paulette Phillips, featuring a smiling chef holding lemons against a bright yellow background. Event details include the date, time, and location.

OCTOBER 21

Event poster for a Cryptid Scavenger Hunt at Southwest Harbor Public Library on October 21st from 3:30 to 7:30 PM, featuring playful graphics of cryptids and a call to investigate.

OCTOBER 21


Event flyer for Parent University titled 'Navigating Challenging Behaviors', featuring presenter Amanda Wilson, details of event date and location, and a QR code for online streaming.

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 a Music Bingo event featuring Matty P. Details include the event date (Wednesday), time (6 PM), and a special offer for a Quarter Pounder with Cheese and Fries Basket for $10.

HEALTH CLASS

A group of seniors participating in a low-impact aerobic exercise class, smiling and stretching their arms while seated, promoting health and wellness.

MEDITATION

Promotional poster for a meditation class titled 'Meditation: Sitting, walking, standing, seeing.' Includes class details: Wednesdays 8-9:30 AM at Somesville Library, Maine. Led by Zen teacher Tom Tanguay, with a scenic background featuring a house by a lake and a rainbow.

DANCE CARDIO AT ARTWAVES

A group of people participating in a dance cardio class, with one woman in the foreground raising her arm enthusiastically. The background shows others engaged in the activity. Text overlay promotes the class schedule.

Northeast Harbor Library—Readers Unite!

Illustration promoting the 'Readers Unite! After School Reading Club' at the Northeast Harbor Library, featuring children joyfully floating on oversized books amidst 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 STORYTIMES

An illustration featuring a bear wearing a sweater and hat, alongside a cat and a squirrel, surrounded by autumn foliage, pumpkins, and a wooden barrel. The text announces 'Storytimes' at the Southwest Harbor Public Library on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:00 to 10:30 am.

GIRLS WHO CODE

Event poster for 'Girls Who Code' in Bar Harbor, held Wednesdays from 3:15 PM to 4:30 PM at Jesup Memorial Library. Contact email included for sign-up.

CHRONICLES OF YARNIA

A person is holding a crochet hook and working on a green yarn project. The background features a cozy setting, and there is a smartphone visible nearby. Text overlays announce a fiber arts group for tweens and teens, scheduled for Wednesday evenings.

BLOCK PARTY!

Promotional poster for a Block Party event at Jesup, featuring colorful building blocks, event details, and inviting text asking what will participants build.

Wednesday events via the Chamber:


THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22


OCTOBER 20 and 22

Promotional flyer for community flu shot clinics with dates, location, and contact information.

OCTOBER 22

A promotional graphic for an event titled 'Cornerstones of Civic Engagement: The Founding of MDI's Public Libraries' at the Jesup Memorial Library, featuring a historical image of children and adults in front of a building, with event details including date, time, and location.

OCTOBER 22 – 25

Promotional graphic for the Blue Hill Literary Arts Festival, celebrating 10 years from October 22-25, 2026. Features the number '10' and the word 'Word' in stylized text.

A three-day writing festival in the Blue Hill area.

See the full schedule here


OCTOBER 22

Colorful Halloween-themed flyer advertising a trick-or-treat bag decorating event at the Northeast Harbor Library on October 22, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM in the Mellon Room. Includes details about age suitability and materials provided.

WIC CLINIC AT THE SOUTHWEST HARBOR LIBRARY

Promotional flyer for WIC clinic at the Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring a smiling baby in a high chair holding food, program details, eligibility information, and contact number.

Artwaves’ Fall Dance Schedule

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

Move Free Run Club

Logo of Move Free Run Club featuring stylized waves and a rising 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!


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/


KARAOKE NIGHT AT FINBACK ALE HOUSE

Promotional poster for Finback Ale House's Karaoke Night featuring vibrant graphics, musical elements, and details about the event.

STITCHES KNITTING AND CROCHET GROUP!

A colorful knitted piece with knitting needles and a ball of yarn, along with text promoting a knitting group that meets 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.


FIGURE DRAWING AT ARTWAVES

A sketch of a figure in motion, with text overlay promoting a weekly figure drawing class on Thursdays from 12 to 3 PM in the Fine Arts Studio. Colored pencils are placed beside the drawing.

Thursday events via the Chamber:


FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23


OCTOBER 23 — Food for Thought: Linda Robinson and rural health care.

Linda Robinson was a founding member of the Women’s Health Center in 1993 and practiced there for 23 years. She has worked internationally in several capacities and most recently completed a Fulbright Scholarship in Malawi. She has taught The History of Women’s Health Care at College of the Atlantic. Her next project will be collecting and writing women’s stories about access to maternity care in rural Maine.

This program is part of Acadia Senior College’s Food for Thought program. The in-person lunch and presentation will take place at Birch Bay Village in Hulls Cove on Friday, October 23, beginning at 11:30 a.m. The cost for attending the lunch and lecture is $20.

The Zoom-only presentation is free and begins at 12:00 p.m. Zoom registrants will receive a meeting link via email on October 22.

This program is open to the public, but pre-registration is required by October 18th. Register online at acadiaseniorcollege.org. Audio-enhancing headsets are available for all Acadia Senior College courses and events.


OCTOBER 23

Event flyer for the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce, promoting a golf event hosted by the MDI Young Professional Committee at Golf of Maine, scheduled for Friday, October 23rd, from 6pm to 8pm. The flyer includes details about BYOB and a $5 entry fee for golfing with a reserved table.

OCTOBER 23

A woman with curly hair and sunglasses is smiling in front of a colorful floral mural.

Artist Maria de los Angeles, the fall 2026 College of the Atlantic Kippy Stroud Artist-in-Residence, presents her vibrant, deeply human exploration of migration, identity, and belonging in an evening lecture on Friday, Oct. 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the Thomas S. Gates, Jr. Community Center.


OCTOBER 23

A promotional poster for a Halloween drag show titled 'HalloQween Drag Spectacular' featuring bold, colorful text and images of six drag performers in elaborate costumes. The event is scheduled for Friday, October 23rd at 8 PM at the Criterion Theatre, and is intended for an 18+ audience.

OCTOBER 23 NEXT STOP AT THE ANNEX

A stand-up comedian performing on stage in a lively bar setting, with an audience engaged and smiling. The backdrop features colorful art, including a woman's portrait and a clock.

Next Stop! – A Comedy Show Near You! Join us at The Annex at Side Street Cafe for a brand new line-up of comedians every time!

Next Stop Comedy brings top stand-up comedians to your favorite local venues! Each show features a novel line-up with acts seen on TV and heard on your favorite podcasts.

Join us at The Annex at Side Street Cafe in Bar Harbor, ME! – 49 Rodick St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609

For more info, check out our website! – nextstopcomedy.com


BIRDERS’ CAFE

Illustration of a mug with a bird perched on top, featuring the text 'Birders' Cafe at the Oceanarium' and a logo that reads '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.


HEALTH CLASS

An advertisement for a senior fitness class titled 'Strong Bodies Senior Class', featuring two older women and one older man exercising in a seated position. The image promotes low-impact aerobic exercises designed for seniors, displaying class information and contact details.

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/


FAMILY STORY TIME AT SOUTHWEST HARBOR

An illustration featuring a cute bear and a cat wearing scarves, surrounded by autumn leaves, pumpkins, and a barrel. The text promotes storytime at Southwest Harbor Public Library, scheduled for Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:00 to 10:30 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, OCTOBER 24


OCTOBER 24 — POWER PUNCH PEACE

Promotional poster for a new fitness class titled 'Power~Punch~Peace' featuring details on strength training, boxing drills, and yoga/stretching. Includes dates, location, time, and coaching information.

OCTOBER 24

Promotional image for a drawing workshop at the Northeast Harbor Library featuring an instructor's portrait and details about sketching natural landscapes.

OCTOBER 24 — COMMUNITY DAY

A colorful poster for a Community Day event hosted by the Bar Harbor Historical Society, featuring autumn leaves and pumpkins. The event details include the date, time, and location, along with activities like free museum entry, storytelling, drumming, and sweet treats.

OCTOBER 24

Promotional banner for a Chakra Yoga Dance fundraiser benefiting ArtWaves, featuring event details and colorful gemstones.

OCTOBER 24

Promotional poster for a Halloween art event featuring Mike Duffy. Event details: Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at MDI Adult Ed Building. The background is orange with a circular artwork showing an autumn scene.

OCTOBER 24

A promotional flyer for a contrdance event at Jesup Memorial Library in Bar Harbor, featuring two dancing figures, the event details, and a cartoon moose illustration.

OCTOBER 24

Promotional poster for an apple cider event at COA Beech Hill Farm, featuring a large assortment of apples and details about the event including date, time, and instructions for participants.

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 for different age groups including Open Level Ballet, Contemporary Dance, Devising Performance, and Mommy & Me Ballet.

STORY TIME

Promotional image for Saturday Story Time at the Northeast Harbor Library, including details about the time, location, and that no registration is required.

SATURDAYS! BABY AND ME YOGA!

Flyer for 'Baby and Me Yoga' classes held at Harbor House from January 11th to March 1st. Classes include 'Little Wigglers' for non-walking infants and 'Busy Bees' for toddlers, emphasizing movement, mindfulness, and play. Instructor Kate Stitham's credentials and teaching philosophy are outlined.

PRAYER SHAWL MISSION GROUP

Event flyer for Prayer Shawl Mission Team Start-Up, detailing date, time, location, and contact information. Images of people knitting and crocheting together.

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 25


OCTOBER 25 — Baroque Orchestra of Maine (BOOM) Presents Concert at Field Note Music School

Baroque Orchestra of Maine (BOOM) will present a concert at Field Note Music School, 6 State Street in Ellsworth on Sunday, October 25 at 3pm. Heidi Powell & Sylvia Schwartz, baroque violins and Max Treitler, baroque cello will perform a program called ‘Best of BOOM, Season Opening Concert’ featuring J.S. Bach’s Concerto for 2 violins in D minor, Antonio Vivaldi’s Concerto ‘Grosso Mogul’, plus sonatas by Biber, LeClair and Uccellini. Tickets are available at the door, $30 for Adults, students are free. For more information visit: baroqueorchestraofmaine.org, email: fiddleheadheidi@gmail.com or call: 207-479-2845.


OCTOBER 25

Promotional flyer for a screening of the film 'My Climate Future', highlighting a discussion about youth vision and environmental change. Event details include date, time, and location.

OCTOBER 25

Illustration promoting the Howl-O-Run, featuring a running dog and cat with race numbers 20 and 26, respectively. The background includes a scenic view of water, mountains, and a sailboat. Text mentions the 8th annual 5K to benefit the SPCA of Hancock County.

Sunday, Oct. 25th, 2026
Marlboro Beach, Lamoine
Check-in begins at 12 p.m.
Race start: 1 p.m

$25 for adults
$15 for youth 16 and under

Note: Cutoff for on-line registration ends 7:00pm Friday, Oct 23rd. Come register in person on the 25th!


OCTOBER 25: spooky family fun activities in celebration of Halloween!

Pumpkin Carving

Come carve jack-o’-lanterns and paint pumpkins to decorate your doorstep for Halloween! ArtWaves supplies the pumpkins. Cider and hot cocoa will be served as we light our jack-o’-lanterns, and sit together by the fireside for poetry and story time inspired by the shifting seasons! Space for pumpkin carving is limited so please preregister on our website.

Collaborative Storytelling

We will then be joined by ArtWaves resident improv troupe for some special collaborative storytelling! This is an audience participation event as your suggestions will inspire the scenes and games that are played. No preregistration is required for the storytelling. Just show up for the fun!

Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult. Costumes are welcome (and encouraged).


SUNDAY NIGHTS — AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP

Announcement for the Southwest Harbor Al-Anon Family Group, stating the return to sessions starting October 4, 2026, with meetings on Sunday nights at 7 PM, held at The SHAC - Safe Harbor Alano Club, Southwest Harbor, Maine. Includes contact information for questions.

KIDS CHESS CLUB AT CHOCO-LATTE

Close-up of a chessboard with various chess pieces, including a white king and black queen, alongside the text '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

Logo of the 'Move Free Run Club' featuring stylized hills or waves beneath a rising sun.

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…


A promotional graphic for the 'Fifty Years of Common Ground' exhibit showcasing posters from the Common Ground Country Fair, highlighting fair dates and details for an event at Jesup Memorial Library from October 5, 2026, to January 2, 2027.

OCTOBER 6- 30: DUCK BOATS AND LOBSTER CLAWS

Promotional poster for the exhibition 'Duck Boats & Lobster Claws', featuring a duck decoy and a toy battleship, along with lobster claws against an orange background. Includes details about the exhibition dates, opening reception, and location.

LIBRARY EXPLORERS

Promotional graphic for Southwest Harbor Public Library's 'Library Explorers' program featuring a telescope, cosmic background, and text encouraging reading, creativity, and exploration.

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.


MDI YMCA FALL SCHEDULE

Flyer for Mount Desert Island YMCA fall programming with details on childcare, preschool, youth sports, activities, and special events.

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/


KIDS’ SCAVENGER HUNT AT SOUTHWEST HARBOR PUBLIC LIBRARY

A colorful poster for a kid's scavenger hunt at the Southwest Harbor Public Library. It features a cartoon child with a magnifying glass, inviting participants to find ten hidden pictures for a special prize. The background shows bookshelves filled with books, along with details about checklists and event participation.

WIC CLINIC

Promotional flyer for WIC clinic held at Southwest Harbor Public Library, including details on services offered, eligibility, and contact information.

COMMUNITY BLANKET PROJECT

A poster promoting the Community Blanket Project, featuring colorful rolled blankets and images of completed donations. The poster details donation instructions and the purpose of providing warm, washable blankets to individuals through community organizations.

QUICK NOTE

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