THINGS TO DO IN THE MOUNT DESERT ISLAND REGION THIS WEEK
And in the near future.
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.
Also, you may have to click through to see everything. There are so many things that this email is a bit long for a lot of inboxes.
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.
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WHERE CAN YOU EAT?
You can check out the list of all the restaurants at our new site, ACADIA ADVENTURES.
We’re still building out the site, but the restaurants are here! If you’re an owner/manager/employee of a restaurant that isn’t on the list yet, please let us know and we’ll get you there.
THE ABBE!
For a list of Abbe events, click here.
ACADIA CHAMBER
For a list of Acadia Chamber events, click here.
ACADIA NATIONAL PARK
For a list of events at the park, you can visit the National Park Service’s Calendar or Ranger Programs web pages.
ACADIA REPRERTORY THEATRE
THE ANNEX
Located in Bar Harbor with music nightly.
ARTEMIS GALLERY
For a list of openings!
ARTWAVES CLASSES AND EVENTS
ArtWaves often has classes, a variety every week. For the updated selection, check out its website here.
BAR HARBOR CHAMBER
For Bar Harbor Chamber’s calendar, click here.
BAR HARBOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY
For a full list of Bar Harbor Historical Society, events, click through here.
THE BAR HARBOR MUSIC FESTIVAL
July 2-October 12 Calendar Coming Soon
BEECH HILL FARM
THE COLLEGE OF THE ATLANTIC
A list of events is here. Make sure to choose “open to the public” on the side bar.
The 2025 College of the Atlantic Summer Institute: Path Breaking celebrates exceptional individuals whose work and beliefs have changed how we see the world. Brilliant, brave, and defiant, institute speakers exemplify the power of commitment and the need to seek new solutions. The institute includes 11 sessions over five days, July 28–August 1. The sessions are free, but registration is required at coa.edu/si. Registration opens June 1.
CRITERION THEATRE
For a list of events, click through here.
Full Show Schedule
6/29 An Evening of Beatles Music with Spencer and the Walrus
7/12 David Sedaris
7/13 Jammy Buffet
7/24 Lucius
8/16 Chris Thile
8/22 Pink Talking Fish - A Fusion of Pink Floyd, Talking Heads & Phish
8/23 Orleans (Quartet)
8/27 Asleep At The Wheel
8/28 Barrington Levy
9/13 Livingston Taylor
DOWNEAST PILATES
FRIENDS OF ACADIA
For a full list of Friends of Acadia events, click through here.
EVENTS AT THE GILLEY
For a full list of Gilley events, click here.
THE FINBACK ALE HOUSE!
The Finback usually has local musicians, open mic nights and karaoke all summer long. Its Instagram is here. A typical line-up looks like the one below. Usually, the Finback updates its list on Tuesdays.
THE GRAND THEATER (In Ellsworth, but by request)
For a list of Grand events, click here.
HARBOR HOUSE
For a full list of events, click here for programs, click here.
HEALTHY ACADIA EVENTS
For a list of events, click here.
IVY MANOR MUSIC
Music on the lawn.
JESUP EVENTS
For a full list of Jesup Memorial Library events, click through to its calendar here.
MAINE GRANITE INDUSTRY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM
The museum is open from Tuesday through Sunday from 10 to 4 through October 31
The museum believes on hands-on learning. A list of programs is here.
MDI HIGH SCHOOL
A list of events is here.
MOUNT DESERT ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY
A list of events is here.
MOUNT DESERT ISLAND ADULT EDUCATION
A list of classes and events is here.
MDI YMCA
Events are here and the gym schedule is here. You can peruse its website for other schedules. The fitness schedule and youth programs are below.
THE NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE SCHEDULE
The calendar is here.
NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE CLASS SCHEDULE!
NORTHEAST HARBOR LIBRARY
A list of events is here.
REEL PIZZA
To see what’s playing, click here.
SANDBAR COTTAGE INN
SEAL COVE AUTO MUSEUM!
SOMESVILLE LIBRARY
A list of events is here.
SOUTHWEST HARBOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY PROGRAMS
SOUTHWEST HARBOR— The Southwest Harbor Historical Society is opening this Wednesday, June 11 and Saturday, June 14 from 1-3 p.m. each day.
For the rest of June the society is open on June 18 and June 25, from 1-3 p.m. each day.
SOUTHWEST HARBOR LIBRARY
A list of events is here.
St. Saviour's Folk Music Series
TIMBERLAND ACRES CAMPGROUND
VOLTA!
Volta, in Trenton, has a ton of things always going on. You can check that out here.
WENDELL GILLEY MUSEUM!
The museum is full of art and craft and exhibit. You can check out its events here.
ALL MONTH
ALL JUNE — MDI Photo Club Announces 12th Annual Exhibit
NORTHEAST HARBOR—The MDI Photo Club is pleased to present its 12th annual photo exhibit, showcasing the talents of its members. The exhibit will be on display throughout June 2025 in the Mellon Room of the Northeast Harbor Library. This year's exhibit promises a diverse collection of photographs capturing the essence of Mount Desert Island and beyond.
ARTEMIS GALLERY
NORTHEAST HARBOR—Join Artemis Gallery for an opening reception of a group show featuring artists Maggie Hunt, Paul Kelly, Diana Roper McDowell, David Sears & Sherry Streeter on June 12th from 5-7 p.m. Enjoy drinks, small bites, music and fine art from 5-7 p.m. A portion of sales from the show will benefit The Neighborhood House.
The show is on display through July 1.
Contact us:
207-276-3001
1 Old Firehouse Lane
Northeast Harbor, ME 04662
PRODUCE EXCHANGE!
MONDAY, JUNE 23
JUNE 22-28 ACADIA FESTIVAL OF TRADITIONAL MUSIC AND DANCE
JUNE 23 - MDI BIO LAB LECTURE: Worming Our Way Toward a Better Understanding of Neurodegenerative Disease
Monday, June 23, 2025 at 5 p.m.
Hybrid event — join us in Maren Auditorium (#4 on map) or via Zoom.
BAR HARBOR—What drives neurodegenerative disease? MDI Biological Laboratory Assistant Professor Emily Spaulding, Ph.D., The George Wojtech Endowed Chair in Neurobiology, will discuss how her lab leverages the advantages of a transparent roundworm to better understand the contribution of disrupted cell organization in neurodegeneration.
LEGO CLUB!
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, JUNE 24
JUNE 22-28 ACADIA FESTIVAL OF TRADITIONAL MUSIC AND DANCE
TRIVIA AT THE LINKS
OPEN TABLE MDI!
Open Table MDI is at 116 Cottage Street, Bar Harbor.
PLAY DOUGH PLAY TIME
THE WAY OF BEING
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!
TWO SHOES LINE DANCING!
Tuesday events via the Chamber:
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25
JUNE 25-28 MOVIE NIGHTS
JUNE 22-28 ACADIA FESTIVAL OF TRADITIONAL MUSIC AND DANCE
JUNE 25 and 26 - THE COUNSELING COLLABORATIVE!
THE ART OF SHELTER DOG PHOTOGRAPHY
DALLAS HODGKINS—THE SINGING LOBSTERMAN
Every Wednesday 5-7 p.m., at C-Ray Lobster
JUNE 25- CARL LITTLE READING
NORTHEAST HARBOR–On Wednesday, June 25 at 5:30 p.m., the Northeast Harbor Library will host a free public reading, discussion, and signing of poet Carl Little’s latest publication, Blanket of the Night.
SUMMER S.T.E.A.M.
WEDNESDAY BOOK CLUBS
Northeast Harbor Library
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.
Somesville Library
SOUTHWEST HARBOR
GIRLS WHO CODE
GUIDED MEDITATION
CHRONICLES OF YARNIA
BLOCK PARTY!
Baby Storytime at Southwest Harbor
10:00 a.m. Southwest Harbor Public Library. Stories, songs, rhymes, bubbles. www.swhplibrary.org. 207-244-7065.
Library hours 9-5, Mon., Tue., Thu., Fri., 9-8 Wed., 9-1 Sat.
Wednesday events via the Chamber:
THURSDAY, JUNE 26
JUNE 25-28 MOVIE NIGHTS
JUNE 22-28 ACADIA FESTIVAL OF TRADITIONAL MUSIC AND DANCE
Mount Desert Nursing Association will host their 1st annual lobster bake
BASS HARBOR—Mount Desert Nursing Association will host its first annual lobster bake on Thursday, June 26, at Archie’s Lobster in Bass Harbor from 5:30 to 8 p.m. All are welcome to enjoy dinner on the harbor with live music provided by Derf McKeeton. Beer and wine available by donation. Tickets can be purchased in advance online at mountdesertnursing.org. Each ticket is $40 and includes a main course of a 1.5 pound boiled lobster or beet salad with chicken, a roll and dessert.
All proceeds from this fundraiser go towards MDNA’s mission of providing compassionate home health care — consisting of skilled nursing, occupational therapy and physical therapy — to residents of Mount Desert Island, Trenton and Lamoine. For more information, visit mountdesertnursing.org.
For event-related questions, call 207-276-5184 or email megan@mountdesertnursing.org
JUNE 25 and 26 - THE COUNSELING COLLABORATIVE!
JUNE 26 - ACADIA EXPLORER!
JUNE 26 - Paul Freedman on Mount Desert Dining
Thursday, June 26, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
BAR HARBOR—Join the Jesup Memorial Library and MDI Historical Society for a fascinating journey through the culinary history of Mount Desert Island with Paul Freedman, author of the article 'Mount Desert Dining,' in the 2025 edition of the history journal 'Chebacco.' Learn how local seafood, seasonal ingredients, and social change shaped 175 years of dining culture on the island. From lavish feasts at the island's most exclusive hotels to humble church suppers, MDI's dining has been both sustenance and social expression.
This event will be offered in-person and online via Zoom and will be recorded for later viewing. Register online at www.jesuplibrary.org/events/mdidining
St. Saviour's Folk Music Series- Stephen Vecchiotti
JUNE- PINTS FOR A PURPOSE
PICK-UP SOCCER!
STITCHES KNITTING AND CROCHET GROUP!
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
Thursday events via the Chamber:
FRIDAY, JUNE 27
JUNE 25-28 MOVIE NIGHTS
JUNE 22-28 ACADIA FESTIVAL OF TRADITIONAL MUSIC AND DANCE
JUNE 27-29 - BACKSIDE BLAST AND LOBSTER BOAT RACES
MIKE BENNETT AND HIS BALAFON (AFRICAN XYLOPHONE)
Every Friday 5:30-7:30 p.m., at C-Ray Lobster
JUNE 26-29 SHREK, THE MUSICAL!
FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE PARTY!
Somesville Museum to Open for the Season
SOMESVILLE—The Museums of the MDI Historical Society in Somesville open for the season with a preview of the new exhibit, "Know Before You Go: Essential History For Your Island Adventure," on Friday, June 20, from 4 to 6 PM. Please register at: mdihistory.org/events
SOUTHWEST HARBOR FARMER’S MARKET!
We are opening Friday, June 13. Market runs every Friday until Oct 3, 2025.
315 Main Street, Southwest Harbor
9-12:30 p.m.
FUN FRIDAY AT THE JESUP!
FAMILY STORY TIME AT SOUTHWEST HARBOR
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, JUNE 28
JUNE 25-28 MOVIE NIGHTS
JUNE 22-28 ACADIA FESTIVAL OF TRADITIONAL MUSIC AND DANCE
JUNE 28 - CONTRADANCE!
JUNE 27-29 - BACKSIDE BLAST AND LOBSTER BOAT RACES
JUNE 28 - TRENTON BUTTERFLY FESTIVAL
JUNE 28 - Pick-up Choir Gathers in Northeast Harbor
NORTHEAST HARBOR—On Saturday, June 28 at 11:00 a.m. the Northeast Harbor Library will host their second annual Pick-up Choir, a community sing-along led by pianist and choir director Christina Spurling. Register at nehlibrary.org/events or by calling 207-276-3333.
JUNE 28 DIY BOARD GAMES
JUNE 28 - CONTRA DANCING AT THE JESUP
JUNE 28 and JUNE 29 Amateur Radio “Field Day” Will Focus on Skill, Service, Science
TRENTON—Members of the Ellsworth Amateur Wireless Association (EAWA) (w1tu.org) will be participating in the national amateur radio Field Day exercise, June 28 and 29th. Since 1933, ham radio operators across North America have established temporary ham radio stations in public locations during Field Day to showcase the science and skill of amateur radio. This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.
WHEN: Saturday June 28 from 9 a.m. to Sunday, June 29 at 2 p.m.
WHERE: Trenton Elementary School
WHY: Field Day is a showcase for how amateur radio works reliably under any conditions from almost any location to create an independent communications network.
JUNE 26-29 SHREK, THE MUSICAL!
SATURDAY STORY TIMES
NORTHEAST HARBOR
SATURDAYS! BABY AND ME YOGA!
PRAYER SHAWL MISSION GROUP
Saturday events via the Chamber:
SUNDAY, JUNE 29
JUNE 29 - SPENCER and the WALRUS
JUNE 27-29 - BACKSIDE BLAST AND LOBSTER BOAT RACES
JUNE 26-29 SHREK, THE MUSICAL!
JUNE 28 and JUNE 29 Amateur Radio “Field Day” Will Focus on Skill, Service, Science
TRENTON—Members of the Ellsworth Amateur Wireless Association (EAWA) (w1tu.org) will be participating in the national amateur radio Field Day exercise, June 28 and 29th. Since 1933, ham radio operators across North America have established temporary ham radio stations in public locations during Field Day to showcase the science and skill of amateur radio. This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.
WHEN: Saturday June 28 from 9 a.m. to Sunday, June 29 at 2 p.m.
WHERE: Trenton Elementary School
WHY: Field Day is a showcase for how amateur radio works reliably under any conditions from almost any location to create an independent communications network.
Bar Harbor’s Farmers' Market!
Sunday, 9-12, at the Bar Harbor YMCA parking lot. May 11 - October 26.
KIDS CHESS CLUB AT CHOCO-LATTE
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.
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:
FUTURE EVENTS!
JUNE 30 - COFFEE AND CONVERSATION!
JULY 1 - COFFEE AND CONVERSATIONS AT COA
COA Coffee & Conversation series starts July 1
BAR HARBOR—The College of the Atlantic 2025 Coffee & Conversation series kicks off on Tuesday, July 1 with Wistewestutuhwok, a dialogue on shared values and working for a brighter future, featuring Passamaquoddy friends Lisa Sockabasin and Michael-Corey F. Hinton.
The free event takes place in person at the Davis Center for Human Ecology and livestreaming online at 9:30 a.m. Registration is required at coa.edu/coffeeandconversation.
JULY 1 — BANNING BOOKS IN AMERICA: NOT A HOW-TO
PEO PIE SALE
JULY 3
COMMUNITY CIRCLE
JULY 3 - SUPPORT GROUP
Are you looking for support as a parent or guardian of an adult with ID/D, Autism or Neurodiversity? Join our support group. We do problem solving, advocacy and plan activities. We are planning activities that are designed for the needs of people with ID/D and Autism and are inclusive for the general public. We meet every other Thursday at 4 p.m. at the rectory at St. Savior’s Church in Bar Harbor.
JULY 3- AUTHOR TALK: HEARTWOOD BY AMITY GAIGE!
SUMMER FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS ON THE BALL FIELDS
BAR HARBOR—Please come support Summer Festival of the Arts on the Fourth of July for some Family Friendly fun at the Bar Harbor Ball Fields.
Summer Festival of the Arts will be hosting family fun activities as a fundraiser at the Bar Harbor ball field from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., on the fourth of July. $5 per activity station.
If interested in volunteering please email director@sfoamaine.org
JULY 4 - CRAFT FAIR AND BAR HARBOR CELEBRATION
JULY 5 - DRAGON APPRECIATION DAY!
JULY 5 - THE MOTHER HIPS
JULY 6—Sara Jones and Christina Spurling
JULY 6 - TREMONT COMMUNITY MARKET
JULY 6 - BRUNCH AT THE BAR HARBOR INN
BAR HARBOR—The Bar Harbor Inn is delighted to announce the return of its celebrated Sunday Brunch at the Reading Room Restaurant,. This signature buffet brunch will be available on the first Sunday of each month through November, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Guests are invited to indulge in a sumptuous spread of seasonal favorites, meticulously crafted by our culinary team. Set against the backdrop of panoramic ocean views, the brunch offers an unforgettable dining experience that captures the essence of coastal Maine.
Brunch Details:
When: First Sunday of each month, May through November
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Reading Room Restaurant, Bar Harbor Inn
Pricing: $52 for adults | $25 for children
Reservations can be made by calling (207) 288-3351.
JULY 7 and JULY 14 - READ TO ARGOS
July 8 — Coffee & Conversation: Wave Making: Inspired by Impact
July 8, 2025
9:30 a.m.
Coffee & Conversation: Wave Making: Inspired by Impact
College of the Atlantic
Davis Center for Human Ecology
105 Eden Street
Bar Harbor
Free; registration required
coa.edu/calendar
JULY 8 - ROOTS OF RENEWAL!
Roots of Renewal, a new short documentary by Sustainable Harvest International, shows the critical role of small farms globally. It will be screened at the Gates Auditorium at College Of the Atlantic on Tuesday, July 8 at 5:30 p.m. during an event that will include conversation with people behind the film, refreshments and opportunities to donate. More info: Florence Reed 207-266-6864
To attend/register for the July 8 event.
JULY 9 - FORUM FOR DISCOVERY
BAR HARBOR—Step into the future of scientific research at JAX’s annual Forum for Discovery on Wednesday, July 9 — join us in person or virtually as we showcase our commitment to tackling today’s biggest health challenges and shaping a healthier tomorrow.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
The Jackson Laboratory | Auditorium
600 Main Street | Bar Harbor, ME
Virtual audience via ZoomProgram | 1:30 - 4:00 p.m. ET (10:30 - 1:00 p.m. PST)
In-person Networking Reception | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. ET (1:00 - 2:00 p.m. PST)
Visit our website to see the full program. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Reserve your spot today!
SOUTHWEST HARBOR LIBRARY’S BIG CELEBRATIONS!
Anniversary Celebrations for 130 years of Service to the Community from 1895-2025
Pre-Celebration Week Events – Richard Russo Book Groups & Screenings
Featured writer Russo, who will speak Thursday, July 24, has written two memoirs and ten novels, most set in fictional small towns in New England. They include Straight Man, Bridge of Sighs, and three books set in upstate New York and referred to as the North Bath series: Nobody’s Fool, Everybody’s Fool and Somebody’s Fool. His 2001 Empire Falls, set on the Maine coast, was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for fiction, and Russo later adapted it into a television mini-series. Check out the News Center Maine Interview with Richard Russo.
Wednesday, June 11th – Empire Falls Book Group, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 25th –Empire Falls Screening Part 1, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 2nd – Empire Falls Screening Part 2, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, July 16th – Life and Art Book Group, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Celebration Week Events – July 21-27
Monday, July 21st – Town Proclamation and Cake, time to be determined.
Tuesday, July 22nd – McCue Lecture with Lincoln Caplan, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Lecture “”Does the Supreme Court have too much power — or not enough?”
Wednesday, July 23rd – Children’s Celebration and Cookie Decorating, time to be determined.
Children’s activities and library cookie decorating.
Thursday, July 24th – Author Talk with Richard Russo, 5:30-6:30 p.m., on the Lawn of St. John Church across from the library.
Friday, July 25th – Open House and Oral History Booth, time to be determined.
Saturday, July 26th – Front Lawn Read-a-Thon, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Bring your favorite passage or poem to read to an eager audience on the Front Lawn.
Sunday, July 27th – Pig Roast Plus!, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Pig Roast Plus! catered by Clark Point Cafe with live music by J.B. Harrison and the Seal Harbor Boys. More information about tickets coming soon.
Tickets for the Pig Roast+ available. Tickets are $130 each.
Click the image below to purchase yours:
Fifth Annual Ashley Bryan Lecture: Anthony Walton
Friday, July 11, 2025 at 7:00 pm
The Jesup Memorial Library is honored to announce that the Fifth Annual Ashley Bryan Lecture will take place on Friday, July 11 and feature poet and writer Anthony Walton.
The Fifth Annual Ashley Bryan Lecture, featuring poet and writer Anthony Walton, will be held at the Jesup Memorial Library on Friday, June 11 at 7:00 pm. The program is available online and in-person. Please register online at www.jesuplibrary.org/events/anthonywalton.
Author Talk with Robert Nickelsberg: Legacy of Lies: El Salvador 1981 - 1984
Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 6:30pm
On Thursday, July 10th, 2025 from 6:30 - 7:30, Nickelsberg will share excerpts and images from Legacy of Lies during his upcoming author talk at the Jesup Memorial Library, 34 Mt. Desert Street, Bar Harbor.
JULY 10 - BASH AT THE BOATYARD
NORTHEAST HARBOR—The 2025 Bash at the Boatyard is right around the corner and tickets are sailing away! If you’d like show your support for The Neighborhood House we’d absolutely love to have you join us, but you’ll need to act fast!
Tickets are available online (click the button below), or if you’d prefer you can just give us a call at (207)276-5039 and we’d be happy to add you to our guest list!
All proceeds from the evening support the growing slate of year round programs and events at The Neighborhood House.
The evening Includes
Mouthwatering Bites from Bar Harbor Catering Co.
Complimentary Beer & Wine with a Full Cash Bar Available
Silent Auction Featuring a Bevy of Local Art and More!JULY 12 - 13
DAWNLAND FESTIVAL OF ARTS & IDEAS!
JULY 11 - TRIBUTE TO SUBLIME
July 11 - Organic poultry processing workshop
8-10 a.m.
College of the Atlantic Peggy Rockefeller Farm
Delaittre Fields
660 Norway Drive
Bar Harbor
$10-$30 sliding scale
coa.edu/calendar
JULY 12 - DAVID SEDARIS AT THE CRITERION
JULY 13 JAMMY BUFFET
JULY 15 and JULY 16 ELIXIR OF LOVE
JULY 18 SHARE THE HARVEST
Friday, July 18, 2025 at 5 p.m.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of local food and community spirit at College of the Atlantic Beech Hill Farm.
This beloved annual event has returned, and features a three-course, locally- sourced dinner prepared by Havana Restaurant—led by COA alum Michael Boland ’94. Set amid the fields of one of Maine’s most stunning working farms, the evening celebrates the summer harvest while supporting a critical cause.
All proceeds benefit Share the Harvest, a student-led program working to make fresh, organic produce from Beech Hill Farm more accessible to low-income families on Mount Desert Island. Since 2008, the program has provided support for over 70 families each year through Farmstand Vouchers and home delivery for families with transportation barriers, in addition to providing an additional $25,000 in produce through SNAP/EBT matching.
RESERVE YOUR SEAT
JULY 19 - SOUTHWEST HARBOR CRAFT FAIR
JULY 21 - 26 A SENSE OF PLACE
JULY 21-23 PLEIN AIR WITH ROB FINN
JULY 24 - LUCIUS with SPENCER ALBEE and ZACHARY BENCE
JULY 25 - GRIFFIN WILLIAM SHERRY
JULY 26 - SOUTHWEST HARBOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY
All programs will be held in the museum at Manset Meetinghouse. Learn more here.
AUGUST 2-16 DOWNEAST ROWING CAMPS!
AUGUST 2-4
AUGUST 6
AUGUST 12 - THE MOUNTAIN GOATS
AUGUST 16 - JESUP MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOOKSALE!
BAR HARBOR—The Jesup Memorial Library 55th Annual Booksale will take place on Saturday, August 16 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The Jesup Booksale is a long-standing community event that provides significant support for the library.
AUGUST 16 - CRAFT FAIR
AUGUST 16 - CHRIS THILE
AUGUST 17 - NEIGHBORHOOD BLOCK PARTY
AUGUST 22 PINK TALKING FISH
AUGUST 23 - ORLEANS QUARTET
AUGUST 27 - ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL
AUGUST 28 - BARRINGTON LEVY
AUGUST 29 - MAMMA MANIA
AUGUST 30 CRAFT FAIR
SEPTEMBER 13 -14 CRAFT FAIR
SEPTEMBER 13 - LIVINGSTON TAYLOR
OCTOBER 11-12 CRAFT FAIR!
OCTOBER 24- TUSK
ONGOING:
GET YOUR HERO ON!
BAR HARBOR FIRE DEPARTMENT
To check if Bar Harbor Fire Department is currently hiring, please go to the town’s jobs page.
But even if it isn’t, you can become a call member.
Becoming a call force firefighter requires extensive training, hard work, and dedication to the community. We rely on call force firefighters to respond quickly to emergencies, to perform firefighting duties, and to provide assistance and support to career firefighters. To be a fall force firefighter is to have a chance to aid and serve the community, which is an extremely rewarding experience.
GET YOUR MUSIC ON!
THE BAR HARBOR MUSIC FESTIVAL
July 2-October 12 Calendar Coming Soon
THE FINBACK ALEHOUSE
The Finback has entertainment most nights in Bar Harbor. The schedule is posted every Tuesday.
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