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 site, ACADIA ADVENTURES. The restaurants are here!

There is a list below as well as a website at EAT MDI. Thursday trivia is at Leary’s, not LUNCH. Many thanks to Jennifer Dubois Cough at First Express for the list.

A list of restaurants offering delivery and takeout services during a zombie apocalypse, including names, contact numbers, and operating hours.

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, NOVEMBER 2

A colorful flyer promoting 'Maker Mondays' at the Northeast Harbor Library, featuring information about activities like Legos and arts & crafts for kids in grades K-2. It includes dates, times, and details on supervision and registration.

OCTOBER 12 – NOVEMBER 6

Promotional flyer for the Women Empowered Lift program at Mount Desert Island YMCA, detailing a 4-week training program for women of all ages and levels, with information on session dates, timings, and fees.

SHOWCASE JAMS!

Promotional poster for Showcase 1134 featuring open jam and open mic events at Trenton Grange every Monday from 6:30 to 10:30 PM. Includes details about acoustic and electric band setup, with an emphasis on inclusivity.

HEALTH CLASS

An elderly couple and a senior woman participating in a fitness class, stretching their arms while seated on chairs in a bright setting. The text overlay emphasizes health and the benefits of the Strong Bodies Senior Class.

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, NOVEMBER 3

NOVEMBER 3

NOVEMBER 3 — 28

Promotional image for Jayne Dwyer's Paper Moon Jewelry exhibit at Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring colorful handmade earrings with animal designs and floral patterns, and a photograph of the artist. Includes event dates and a QR code for more information.

NOVEMBER 3, 8, 10,17 — VOLUNTEER AT THE MDI COMMUNITY WOODBANK

A person wearing gloves stacks firewood in a woodpile under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

Now is your chance to help your neighbors stay warm this winter. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. Please come help for an hour or more. Wear sturdy footwear and bring gloves, eye and ear protection if you have them.

Tuesday Nov. 3, 12-4:30pm, vote, then come by.
Sunday Nov. 8, 12:30-2:30
Tuesday Nov. 10, 10:30-12:30- first ever Homeschool Children’s day.
NOV. 10- then open to public 12:30-4 PM (sunset ~415)
Tuesday Nov. 17 Noon-4pm

The lot is at #831 ST. RT. 3, Hamilton station, upper driveway.

NOVEMBER 3 – DECEMBER 23 THE GIFT OF ART

Promotional graphic for the 'Gift of Art Show' at Bass Harbor Memorial Library, featuring colorful text about local artist support and event details.

TUESDAY MORNINGS! STORY AND PLAY.

Promotional image for 'Story and Play' event at Jesup Memorial Library, featuring a bright yellow chair with a children's book open on it, accompanied by colorful stuffed animals. Text highlights event details, including time and age group.

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

A promotional image for free community suppers organized by Open Table MDI, featuring a lively dining scene with people enjoying meals together. The event details include Bar Harbor and Southwest Harbor locations with specific timings and addresses.

CRANE FOLDING

STORY AND PLAY

A group of adults and young children participating in a storytime session in a library. The kids, aged 0-5, are seated on cushions and beanbags, reading books with the adults, surrounded by shelves of children's books. Promotional text for a weekly 'Story and Play' event is visible on the side.

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, NOVEMBER 4

NOVEMBER 4 — SEED EXCHANGE!

A promotional poster for a seed exchange event at Jesup Library featuring the text 'SEED EXCHANGE + OPENING OF THE BAR HARBOR SEED LIBRARY' along with event details and a graphic design element.

NOVEMBER 4 — MATTHEW LAWSON TRIO

Three musicians from the Matthew Lawson Trio performing on stage; the first playing piano, the second playing trumpet, and the third playing double bass.

A relaxing evening with free coffee, donuts and live jazz music featuring the Matthew Lawson Trio. Matthew Lawson (trumpet), Greg Snakard (piano), and Roy Brenc (upright bass) will perform a selection of West Coast cool jazz in the spirit of Chet Baker, Stan Getz, and Shelly Manne.

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Northeast Harbor Library, 1 Joy Road, Northeast Harbor

MUSIC BINGO WITH MATTY P AT THE FINBACK!

Promotional poster for Music Bingo event featuring Matty P! Offers a Quarter Pounder with Cheese and Fries Basket for $10. Scheduled for Wednesday at 6 PM.

HEALTH CLASS

Three older adults participating in a senior exercise class, stretching their arms while seated. The image includes promotional text about the Strong Bodies Senior Class, highlighting the health benefits and details on how to join.

MEDITATION

DANCE CARDIO AT ARTWAVES

A group of people participating in a dance cardio class, with a focus on a woman in an orange tank top, smiling and raising her arm. The class takes place on Wednesdays from 6-7 PM.

Northeast Harbor Library—Readers Unite!

Illustration promoting the 'Readers Unite! After School Reading Club' at the Northeast Harbor Library, featuring children happily reading large 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

A colorful illustration promoting storytime at Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring a friendly bear in a sweater, a playful cat, and a cheerful squirrel surrounded by autumn leaves, pumpkins, and decorative gourds. The text informs visitors about storytime schedule on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:00 to 10:30 am.

GIRLS WHO CODE

CHRONICLES OF YARNIA

A person crocheting with a green yarn while sitting in a relaxed environment. They are participating in a fiber arts group for tweens and teens, as indicated by the text on the image.

BLOCK PARTY!

Wednesday events via the Chamber:

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5

NOVEMBER 5 — DISCOVER THE PATH OF PEACE

A serene image featuring a pink lotus flower resting on calm water, accompanied by stacked black stones. The background displays a gradient of soft pastel colors indicating a sunrise or sunset, with text overlay providing event details for a guided meditation.

NOVEMBER 5 — SNAIL MAIL CLUB

Promotional graphic for the Snail Mail Club at Southwest Harbor Public Library, inviting kids of all ages to create cards and letters. Includes event details, schedule, and a QR code.

NOVEMBER 5 — PRINTMAKER

Image of printmaker Andėla Rončević standing beside a printing press in a studio setting, promoting an event at Jesup Memorial Library on November 5th at 5:30pm.

THURSDAYS — CROCHET FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS

Promotional image for a crochet class titled 'Crochet for Absolute Beginners: A Step-by-Step Guide' featuring details about the class time, instructor Rebecca Brugman, and location at Bass Harbor Memorial Library.

Artwaves’ Fall Dance Schedule

Fall dance schedule featuring ballet and contemporary dance classes for various age groups, including Open Level Ballet for 4th-8th graders, adults, teens, and a Mommy & Me Ballet class.

KARAOKE NIGHT AT FINBACK ALE HOUSE

Promotional poster for Finback Ale House's Karaoke Night featuring vibrant colors, musical elements, and illustrations of people enjoying karaoke. It highlights details like the event being every Thursday at 9 PM, free admission for ages 21 and older, and drink specials.

STITCHES KNITTING AND CROCHET GROUP!

A knitted fabric in vibrant colors with knitting needles and a ball of yarn, promoting a knitting group that meets on Thursdays from 3-5 PM.

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

Announcement for a weekly figure drawing class, featuring a sketch of a seated figure and details including the time and location.

Thursday events via the Chamber:

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6

NOVEMBER 6 — PLEIN AIR PAINTERS OF ACADIA

Promotional poster for the 'Plein Air Painters of Acadia' art exhibit at Southwest Harbor Public Library, featuring four paintings and details about the reception.

NOVEMBER 6-8 — KEVIN KLING AND STEVEN DIETZ

KEVIN KLING

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.

HEALTH CLASS

A senior fitness class with two older women and one older man participating in low-impact exercises while seated. The man is stretching his arm upward, and the women are also raising their arms. The text on the image promotes health and mentions a local senior exercise program.

FAMILY STORY TIME AT SOUTHWEST HARBOR

A colorful illustration featuring autumn-themed elements, including a cute bear in a sweater, a calico cat, and a squirrel surrounded by pumpkins, sunflowers, and barrels. The text promotes storytime sessions at Southwest Harbor Public Library on 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, NOVEMBER 7

NOVEMBER 7 — TAKE PRIDE IN ACADIA DAY!

A group of volunteers participating in the 34th annual Take Pride in Acadia Day, smiling and holding rakes and tools in a forested area with autumn foliage.

POWER-PUNCH-PEACE

NOVEMBER 7 — CONNERS EMERSON PUBLIC SURPLUS PROPERTY SALE!

Promotional flyer for the Conners Emerson School public surplus property sale, scheduled for November 7, 2026, at 8:00 AM in Bar Harbor, Maine. It details items available for purchase, pricing format, and sale policies.

Announcement for Conners Emerson School's public surplus property sale in Bar Harbor, Maine, detailing sale date, location, pricing format, and items available.

Giving Thanks Dance with Kotwica Band

A group of five musicians dressed in traditional attire, holding various musical instruments such as a balalaika, accordion, lute, and hand drum, posing together in a garden setting.

The Kotwica Band will play and teach Dances Created by Immigrant Communities in the US in celebration of Thanksgiving. The event is at the YWCA of MDI.

Admission is $10 at the door.

For more information visit KotwicaBand.org

Artwaves’ Fall Dance Schedule

Fall Dance Schedule featuring various classes including Open Level Ballet for 4th to 8th graders, adults, and teens, Contemporary Dance, Devising Performance, and Mommy & Me Ballet for Pre-K and K. Schedule details included.

STORY TIME

SATURDAYS! BABY AND ME YOGA!

Flyer for 'Baby and Me Yoga' classes at Harbor House, detailing class times, descriptions for two age groups, and instructor information.

PRAYER SHAWL MISSION GROUP

Event flyer for a Prayer Shawl Mission Team start-up on October 4, 2025, at Bar Harbor Congregational Church, featuring various people engaging in knitting and crochet activities, with contact information for supplies and instruction.

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

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

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

Saturday events via the Chamber:

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8

NOVEMBER 8 — WINTER MARKET SUNDAYS

Promotional poster for the Winter Market Sundays event, featuring dates from November to April, with a grocery bag containing fresh produce and a blue background decorated with snowflakes.

NOVEMBER 8: Reclaiming Our Digital Commons in Maine: Human Ecological Approaches to Community Empowerment.

Advanced AI systems are behaving increasingly less like obedient tools and more like insubordinate employees, independent agents, threatening competitors, and manipulators of us. As they spread throughout our society, how can we benefit from helpful AI while safeguarding our families, companies, and communities? How can we keep our futures human? Researchers and companies have been trying to engineer control over AI machines — while at the same time trying to make them dramatically more capable at engineering than humans are. That isn’t working. This forum explores alternative approaches drawing on Peace Studies, Human Ecology, and diverse spiritual and faith traditions.

The themes for the four forums will be: “Challenges and Strategies for Coping with AI in Peaceful, Ecological, Spiritual Ways” (10/25); “Negotiating our Futures with AI: A Peace Studies Approach” (11/1), “Reclaiming Our Digital Commons in Maine: Human Ecological Approaches to Community Empowerment” (11/8); and “A Catholic, a Quaker, and a Buddhist Walk into an AI Chat: Spiritual Approaches to AI.”

The series is free and open to all. Sessions will be held on Sundays at 6 pm in room 102 of the Center for Human Ecology (CHE) building at College of the Atlantic and streamed live via zoom at: https://coa.zoom.us/j/3613430016 (Meeting ID: 361 343 0016).

SUNDAY NIGHTS — AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP

Announcement for the Southwest Harbor Al-Anon Family Group, detailing the return to sessions starting October 4, 2026, with meetings held on Sunday nights at 7 PM at The SHAC - Safe Harbor Alano Club, located at 22 Village Green Way, Southwest Harbor, Maine 04679. Contact information for Lena is also provided.

KIDS CHESS CLUB AT CHOCO-LATTE

A close-up of a chessboard featuring a mix of black and white chess pieces, including a king, queen, and pawns, with a header reading '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:

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.

MDI YMCA FALL SCHEDULE

A flyer detailing fall programming at Mount Desert Island YMCA, including afterschool care for children, preschool schedule, youth sports activities, and special events like Kid's Night Out.

KIDS’ SCAVENGER HUNT AT SOUTHWEST HARBOR PUBLIC LIBRARY

WIC CLINIC

COMMUNITY BLANKET PROJECT

SOME FOOD RESOURCES

OPEN TABLE MDI FREE COMMUNITY SUPPERS!

Promotional image for free community suppers from Open Table MDI, featuring a group of people dining together, with details about the event's location and timing.

WESTSIDE FOOD PANTRY SCHEDULE

Schedule for the Westside Food Pantry at St. John Episcopal Church, listing distribution dates, times, and contact information for 2026-2027.

COMMON GOOD HOURS

Weekly community event schedule featuring popovers, coffee, community lunch, grocery delivery, community dinner with live music, and a food pantry.

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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