Community Calendar

We’ll walk the Fox Pen Loop trail with its varied habitat and lovely overlook view with one of this area’s most experienced naturalists, Alexandra Conover Bennett. Alexandra has been guiding and teaching in Maine’s North Woods for more than 45 years. In 2018 she received the Piscataquis County Outstanding Conservation Educator of the Year Award and in 2024 was the recipient of the Fly Rod Crosby Outdoor Lifetime Achievement Award from the State of Maine.

Meet at the Visitor Center.

$5 members, $7 nonmembers

The Lewiston Public Library will be offering drop-in Preschool Playdates from 10:30am-12:30pm on Saturdays* in the Children’s program room.
*(The Library will be closed on Saturday, 8/30 in observance of Labor Day & Saturday, 11/29 in observance of Thanksgiving.)

Drop-in and join us for Preschool Playdates! Preschoolers and their families are invited to stop in during our Preschool Playdates to engage in imaginative play and build friendships. A variety of toys, games, and crafts will be available during all sessions.

The programs will take place in the Children’s Program Room on the 3rd floor.

The programs are free and there is no registration required. All families with children between the ages of 2-6 are welcome to attend. Siblings are also welcome.

The Lewiston Public Library is located downtown at 200 Lisbon Street at the corner of Pine Street. For more information on children’s programming contact the Children’s Department at 513-3133 or LPLKids@lewistonmaine.gov.

Join us on Saturday, August 2 at 10:00 AM at Brown’s Mill Park for the first-ever Give a Duck About Piscataquis Duck Race!

This fun and quirky event raises critical funds to support local nonprofits working to fight hunger, domestic violence, homelessness, and more—all right here in our region.

Adopt a duck in advance for a chance to win one of three cash prizes! Order a t-shirt or yard sign to show your pride and support for this incredible county and the people who call it home.

Islesboro Annual Arts & Crafts show featuring 18 artists.
Shuttle service available on Saturday. Walk on the ferry at Lincolnville, then meet the driver at the Islesboro Ferry Terminal for a free ride to the show.

Link to reserve your ride: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZHDkEM4c1hKSuocb1iX6tCDEdzWnW4wOU357hpAzH4wn4Ow/viewform
For more information: https://islesboroartscollective.com/flyer.pdf

This program is a great introduction to the sport of archery.
Instructors from the Maine School of Archery will teach students range safety and proper shooting mechanics. Archers will also learn about mental focus, self-confidence and physical fitness.

Come celebrate creativity at the Kids Farmers & Makers Market! Young vendors (8th grade & younger) will offer homemade, homegrown, and handcrafted items — sweet treats, produce, flowers, crafts, art, and more. Support local youth, explore their talents, and shop unique kid-run booths. If you’re in 8th grade or younger and want to be a vendor, we welcome you — contact us to reserve a spot!

Sample a variety of seasonal specialty beers while enjoying the incredible ambiance of The Cellars at Allagash, our wild and sour barrel aging space. If you are looking for a traditional brewery tour, check out our "

The highlights:

6 samples
60 minutes
In-depth barrel room exploration and chance to see the Coolship
$38 before tax/fees
21+

The experience includes a welcome sample of Allagash White. Starting May 1st we are tasting: Floating Holiday - blonde with lemon and sea salt, Dark Lager with Cherries, Cellar's #11 - barrel blend with wine grapes, and World on a String - bourbon barrel aged amber inspired by an "Old Fashioned" cocktail. Final pour is a "choose your own adventure" sample between two rotating options.

Please read on before booking:

Tour-goers must be 21 or older. Infant-wearing is welcome - the tour path through our manufacturing plant is not suitable for young children or strollers. Guests who are not drinking beer will have a choice of NA beverage. Dogs are not allowed on this manufacturing plant tour.

This vibrant theatre company presents an interactive musical performance filled with imagination, character, and crowd participation—perfect for young audience members.

Come on out to our tasting room to enjoy great music, tasty bevs & good vibes. No ticket required, but we'd love to know you're coming! Here's the current lineup:

6/14 This or Better
One of Portland's most popular duos, Natalie and Max are “This or Better.” A folk acoustic duo with beautiful harmonies, fingerstyle guitar picking and a charismatic vibe that have stolen the hearts of many. Their repertoire includes original music and prime selections from the classics: John Prine, Dolly Parton, Buck Owens, Johnny Cash, June Carter, Willie Nelson, Townes Van Zandt and so many more. They are a heart-filled act any audience will enjoy!

6/21 Seth Gallant
Seth grew up in a mill town in rural Western Maine to a family that played music on the front porch at almost any occasion. These traditions of folk, country, and Acadian music would shape the songs he writes and performs today. Gallant is set to release a new album in 2025, a collection of songs that celebrate simplicity in rural living. This will be his second full length album. Alongside recording and releasing music, he has preformed throughout New England and the northeast since 2021.

6/28 Skip Bailey
Skip Bailey is a Maine singer songwriter who plays salt of the earth music for salt of the earth people. His unique place-based sound combines folk, country, and maritime influences into tunes that you'll find yourself humming for days!

7/5 Sam Cutler
Sam Cutler is a singer songwriter who spent his formative years in New York City before moving to Portland in 2022. His music bounces between genres, sometimes more folk, sometimes more blues, with lyrics that reflect his humor and wit.

The 48th annual Guild Fine Craft Show: MDI - An indoor/outdoor at the seaside venue of College of the Atlantic Campus in downtown Bar Harbor, Maine. Guild Fine Craft Shows feature exquisite fine craft designs for special occasions and everyday use handmade by the juried Guild level members of Maine Crafts Association and distinguished guests. The Guild shows are a well-established artist marketplace welcoming the public to see, collect and learn about the highest quality craft objects made by a membership of dedicated, talented and trained craft artists.

Please join us for the grand opening of the 2025 show season at the Mount Desert Island show on Friday, August 1st from 5pm - 8pm featuring live jazz, merriment & great views!

Guild Fine Craft Show: Mount Desert Island
College of the Atlantic Campus
105 Eden Street, Bar Harbor ME 04609

FRI, AUG 1: 5pm-8pm
SAT, AUG 2: 10am-4pm
SUN, AUG 3: 10am-4pm
$5 weekend admission | under 18 free