Community Calendar

Join historian and poet Anna Wrobel for a 5-part film and discussion series exploring the work of 20th-century Jewish American filmmakers. Each session features a film screening followed by a guided conversation offering historical context, insight, and open discussion around themes of identity, creativity, and cultural influence.

Classes meet Wednesdays, 6:00–8:30 PM, beginning October 29 at the JCA.
Participants may register for the full series or individual sessions.

Sounder (1972) was made by Jewish director Martin Ritt, whose American career was derailed by HUAC. Ritt returned from Europe in the late 1960’s after directing the masterly The Spy Who Came In From The Cold (1965) in Britain and Continental Europe. Back in the U.S.A., Ritt went on to direct some of our finest films on civil rights and labor struggles. Sounder is a feast of talent including Cicely Tyson, Paul Winfield and Taj Mahal. From Louisiana sugar tenancy to convict labor gang to literacy and enlightenment, this film set in the Depression is filled with material and emotional life. And then there’s Sounder the dog, faithful friend and metaphor.

This new Beginners Contra Dance series is a small, casual contra dance, suitable for newbies and experienced dancers alike! Dance or join in the open band with any instrument. $5 suggested, no charge for musicians. Chem-free event!

These dances are generally 1st, 3rd & 5th Thursdays of the month at the Surry Grange, 1229 Surry Rd. See calendar at surrycontra.org or follow @SurryContraDance on FB / IG

This dance is part of the Surry Contra Dance series. Join us every 2nd Saturday of the month for the full contra experience!

Join us at Libby Library in OOB for a new recurring program that will let your crafty side loose! Starting this October, we’ll be hosting Crafternoons on the first and third Friday at from 1:00 – 3:00 pm! This program is designed for adult crafters.

On the first Friday of the month, we’ll be doing a guided craft with instruction to make projects and learn techniques like decoupage and scrapbooking. On the third Friday of the month, there will be no guided project. It will be time to work on your own crafty projects (bring your supplies!) in the company of other crafters!

We will also be establishing a craft swap shelf with this program, so if you’ve got leftover supplies from crafts that no longer hold your interest, you are more than welcome to bring them with you to the library for other crafters to try out!

This program is free, open to the public, and no registration is required.

A chance to try some pottery while be entertained by a room full of kitties! This workshop will be hosted by Daisy Hutt, she is a Portland artist that manages a pottery studio is Gorham, and teaches wheel throwing and hand building classes to all ages.
In this workshop, you will learn the basics of working with clay and hand build your own functional (hopefully cat themed!) piece of pottery that will be fired and glazed. All skill levels are welcome, prepare to get muddy!

Saturday, December 20th from 1:30PM-7:30PM

Participants will be guided through jewelry-making basics, from selecting materials, tool use, and safety to cutting and shaping metal to oxidizing and soldering pieces. Make up to four sets of earrings from scratch--textured studs, silver hoops, hammered brass, and torch-fired enamel copper. This course has a $35 materials fee, including handouts to re-create your favorites at home, earring cards, and boxes for gift giving. Beginner level.

$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $35 materials fee is paid to the instructor at the beginning of the workshop.

(For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)

We will have a 20-minute break, so feel free to bring a snack.

Laura's workshops are open to teens ages 13 and up when accompanied by a parent.

About the instructor: Laura Jamison of LJ Studios Metalsmith is an instructor from New Hampshire.

When: Saturday, December 20, 2025, 3:00 PM
Where: Bagaduce Music, 49 South St, Blue Hill, ME
What: Join members of Kongero for a hands-on vocal workshop exploring Swedish folk singing and harmony. Open to all levels.

About Bagaduce Music: Bagaduce Music is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization working in community to expand Maine’s musical coastline. From Blue Hill to Belfast, Freeport to Steuben, Bagaduce Music offers classes, ensembles, concerts, dances, and musical experiences in folk, bluegrass, jazz, community singing, and more.

Tuition assistance is available, and all ages and abilities are welcome
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Tickets: www.bagaduce.com
Tickets are available online, and at the door (only when capacity allows). Advanced prices end December 7th.

WORKSHOP -- 3-4:30pm

Students/Young Adults- $15 advance | $25
Adults- $25 advance | $35

Sunday, December 21st from 9:30AM-4:30PM

In this workshop students will make their own silver rings from start to finish. This class will cover basic metalsmithing skills, such as cutting, shaping, and joining metal. You will customize your ring bands with surface design techniques such as filing, stamping, and hammering.

$99 workshop fee does not include materials. The $30 materials kit can be purchased at the beginning of the workshop. (For safety, be sure to wear closed toe shoes and have long hair pulled back with clips or in a ponytail.)

We will have an hour break for lunch midday. The studio will be closed during this break, but there are nearby parks where you can eat lunch if you brought your own, or you can check out one of the local restaurants in the area.

Open to adults only.

About the instructor: Kim Round got her degree in art at Florida State University and taught jewelry workshops in Tallahassee, FL before making the move back home to Maine. She has been teaching Beginning Metalsmithing and other workshops at Artascope since 2016 and is thrilled to be part of a friendly & creative community. She is a member of the Maine Crafts Association and her work can be found at the Center for Maine Craft and Archipelago/The Island Institute store.

Hang out with a bunch of cats while practicing yoga! Bring your own mats and wear comfortable clothing.
This is a 1 ½ hour event, 1 hour of yoga session and ½ an hour of cat time. Good for any level of yoga. Ages 15+ only.
Three teachers - Michelle Hathaway, Jessy Ostara and Anna.

Owlbear’s Rest is usually an escape from adulting for grown-ups—except on Sunday mornings! Bring the whole crew for a game-filled adventure that’s perfect for adventurers of any age. Your little halflings can enjoy a warm steamer while you sip on a well-earned latte (oat milk available!).

Family gaming time starts here!

✨ Keep an eye on our social media—some sessions will feature special organized activities just for kiddos!

it's the most wonderful time of the year. this class will fulfill all YOUR + YOUR littles (grades K - 3) merriest wishes. get ready to jingle all the way through this class with an epic holiday playlist. bring your sparkle, mat + water for a fun mom + me style partner yoga class.

class is $25 / pair (20% off for sweatTRIBE members)