Community Calendar

Run by the giant carved pumpkins on Main St (Newcastle and Damariscotta) in this fun-filled 5k on the final day of the Damariscotta Pumpkinfest. The giant pumpkin drop follows at 10am. Pre-register for the run at https://www.running4free.com/event/tour-de-gourd-5k/ or register in person starting at 6:30am on race day.

Celebrating its 5th year, Sounds by the Sea began in 2021 to foster community and enjoyment of live music in our cherished park. This free, family-oriented six-week summer concert series occurs on Mondays at 6:00 pm, starting after Independence Day. Concerts rotate between the Bandstand and the Picnic Shelter, made possible by the generous support of local business sponsors.

Witness the exciting changes fall brings and build your ecological literacy with Fields Pond Audubon Center’s Homeschool Naturalists program! Designed for children ages 6-14, this engaging series will start as a whole mixed age group, then break into age based investigation teams to dive deeper into that week’s theme!

Together, we’ll:

Study the magic behind fall leaves,
Explore fall seed dispersal and native plant life cycles
Study the role of naturalists in identifying trends and patterns in our natural world.
Learn how the local habitat prepares for the coming winter
And more!
Each session combines outdoor exploration, guided hiking, and nature journaling to deepen your connection with the natural world.

In partnership with Maine Golf and with Kennebec Savings Bank as the lead sponsor, the Greater Freeport Chamber of Commerce is bringing back our popular Golf Ball Drop, now from a helicopter!

The event features a $1,000 cash prize for the closest ball to the pin, a Longest Drive Contest with $250 prizes for the top male and female contenders, and an on-site auction for a sunset helicopter flight!

An informative–and slightly spooky–lamplight tour of York’s Old Burying Ground. The lives of those buried within the hallowed walls of the historic cemetery will be illuminated by guides dressed as 18th-century townsfolk. There are more than 100 gravestones within the burying ground, each with a story to tell about a life–and a death.

Please note that this tour lasts approximately an hour and takes place outside after dark, so please dress warmly. The terrain is uneven, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. This program is not recommended for those with mobility issues. Guides will have lanterns, but it is recommended that guests bring their own flashlights.

Tour begins promptly at the Lindsay Road entrance to the Museum Center, so please arrive no later than 5 minutes prior to check in. Because the tour size is limited, if you do not check in by the start time of the tour, your ticket may be released to someone on the waiting list. No refunds can be issued within 24 hours of the event.

An informative–and slightly spooky–lamplight tour of York’s Old Burying Ground. The lives of those buried within the hallowed walls of the historic cemetery will be illuminated by guides dressed as 18th-century townsfolk. There are more than 100 gravestones within the burying ground, each with a story to tell about a life–and a death.

Please note that this tour lasts approximately an hour and takes place outside after dark, so please dress warmly. The terrain is uneven, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. This program is not recommended for those with mobility issues. Guides will have lanterns, but it is recommended that guests bring their own flashlights.

Tour begins promptly at the Lindsay Road entrance to the Museum Center, so please arrive no later than 5 minutes prior to check in. Because the tour size is limited, if you do not check in by the start time of the tour, your ticket may be released to someone on the waiting list. No refunds can be issued within 24 hours of the event.

Young children and their grown-ups are invited to spend an hour exploring nature together through stories, songs, art, and play. Ages 2-5, drop-ins may be available upon request, please call for availability.

If you’re grazing livestock on pocket-sized pastures, join us to learn strategies for managing pasture health on homesteads with limited acreage.

This workshop will take place at a small homestead in Albion, ME, where pastures are managed on a tight rotational grazing plan. MOFGA’s Livestock & Dairy Specialist, Jacki Martinez Perkins, will discuss the strategies at play at this homestead, provide an overview of other considerations for the unique needs of small pastures and particular livestock, and discuss organic pasture management strategies for homesteaders. There will be plenty of time for questions.

It's that time of year again! Stroll Haunted Yarmouth is back, and we're inviting you to be part of this year's spine-tingling journey through history. Taking place in the Historic Hillside Cemetery, this event offers a fresh collection of stories performed live by the Royal River Community Players, with support from the Yarmouth Historical Society. This engaging event caters to audiences of all ages, making it a fantastic opportunity to learn about Yarmouth's storied past in a lively and interactive setting. Whether you're a longtime resident or a curious newcomer, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss your chance to attend this memorable event.

You'll need to purchase your tickets in advance, so please get your tickets online and join us for a night to remember.

The Friends of the Presumpscot River is reviving this historical race in celebration of its 30th Anniversary.
Join us this fall for our Presumpscot River Revival Paddle Race!
You can expect a day of friendly competition, community connections, food, and foliage. This is an all-ages, family-friendly event.

The Friends of the Presumpscot River was established in 1992 to advocate for the remediation and protection of the Presumpscot River waters and fisheries.

We aim to reconnect and protect the river that sustained the region’s First Peoples and gave rise to settler colonies along its winding banks.

The continued revival of the Presumpscot is the driving force behind this competition. The Friends last hosted this race in 1995 and the course retraces those paddle strokes along the same circuit route. Our goal is to bring the community together to the river once again, to cheer on competing loved ones, stoke the flame of excitement for the return of native fisheries, and celebrate the ongoing restoration of this ancient and beloved river.