From picking up your mail in a tavern (Drink & Read?) to delivery to your mailbox, come learn of the innovation and growth of the American postal service, especially in rural Maine. Free. (207) 206-5292

Join Eric Beachy for an intro to metalwork! In this 6-session course you'll learn the basics of blacksmithing and forge your own marvelous creations. From useful hooks to zany sculptures; whatever takes your fancy. Forge time and tools included, large materials for grander projects are at students' discretion. The shop may have scrap metal on hand, but you can also up-cycle your own. This class is for ages 16 and up, or by permission of the director.

Sign up at bit.ly/islesmith, email gupham@su76.org, or call 207-656-6262.

Learn Ukulele basics with singer-songwriter Abby Litman! What You'll Learn: - Fundamentals of playing chords, strumming, and tuning your ukulele - How to play simple chord progressions - Some music theory - How to read rhythms and dissect strumming patterns - How to read chord charts and play along with others By the end of this course, you'll be able to search up chords to your favorite songs and play on your own!

Sign up at bit.ly/isleuke, email gupham@su76.org, or call 207-656-6262.

Join Island Community Center each week for a casual and creative time with friends. Expect: easy and enjoyable craft projects, a supportive and no-pressure environment, and a chance to socialize. All skill levels welcome!

May 7th marks the beginning of our 2026 BHHT Volunteer Days! This year we are changing up the format a bit and hosting these events every Thursday through July 30th (from1-4pm). Additionally, we will be tackling both trail maintenance and invasive species removal, scheduling these tasks on alternating weeks.

Everyone is welcome — no experience needed. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or brand-new, we’d love to have you.

Dates will be advertised in upcoming newsletters and are currently listed on our website events calendar and on our social media pages.

FMI: email our stewardship team at stewardship@bluehillheritagetrust.org !

Join Eric Beachy for an intro to metalwork! In this 6-session course you'll learn the basics of blacksmithing and forge your own marvelous creations. From useful hooks to zany sculptures; whatever takes your fancy. Forge time and tools included, large materials for grander projects are at students' discretion. The shop may have scrap metal on hand, but you can also up-cycle your own. This class is for ages 16 and up, or by permission of the director.

Sign up at bit.ly/islesmith, email gupham@su76.org, or call 207-656-6262.

Celebrate the start of the season at the Penobscot Marine Museum. Join the museum on their campus for an evening of light refreshments, conversation, and a first look at this year’s exhibitions. Meet museum staff and fellow supporters while exploring the museum and enjoying the start of another season of maritime history. Free admission.

Come to swap, drop off, or just to pick up seedlings at the Brooklin Food Corps's annual event. Join the spring excitement! info@brooklinfoodcorps.org.

Island Community Center is hosting a Fairy Garden Tea Party, and you’re invited to step into a little world of magic! Sip & Snack: Enjoy freshly brewed fruit tea and sweet refreshments while we share a whimsical fairy tale. Create some magic!! After story time, we’ll head out to our own garden patch to build a tiny fairy village—complete with all the charm and sparkle your imagination can dream up! All materials are provided. It’s the perfect blend of creativity, nature, and a sprinkle of fairy dust.

The 80 voice Bagaduce Chorale will be performing Sir Carl Jenkins’  magnum opus “The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace”, under the direction of Bronwyn Kortge. This epic work uses diverse text to chronicle a descent into war, the horror of conflict, the desolate aftermath, and finally a tentative movement toward peace. First composed and dedicated to the victims of Kosovo, this will be the first time that “The Armed Man” is presented in Maine with the accompanying film, commissioned by Sir Karl Jenkins. The work is notable for its powerful, accessible melodies, and rich blend of musical genres. 

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the door. Students are free. 

We will be opening up our Barn for the season with one heckuva party, hosted by yours truly and our new neighbor, Spencer Janney of Naiad Country Brewing and recently-acquired Mainescape. Spencer will be releasing a special collaboration beer with Goodfire Brewing, and there will be multiple other breweries, winemakers, and artisans (Hot Freshies! Tapley Cove Oysters! Clayfield Farm!). 

Advanced ticket purchases (AVAILABLE HERE!) are recommended, and include admission into the event, one drink ticket, and entry into a fabulous Swag Bag raffle.

The 80 voice Bagaduce Chorale will be performing Sir Carl Jenkins’  magnum opus “The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace”, under the direction of Bronwyn Kortge. This epic work uses diverse text to chronicle a descent into war, the horror of conflict, the desolate aftermath, and finally a tentative movement toward peace. First composed and dedicated to the victims of Kosovo, this will be the first time that “The Armed Man” is presented in Maine with the accompanying film, commissioned by Sir Karl Jenkins. The work is notable for its powerful, accessible melodies, and rich blend of musical genres. 

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the door. Students are free. 

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

Join Eric Beachy for an intro to metalwork! In this 6-session course you'll learn the basics of blacksmithing and forge your own marvelous creations. From useful hooks to zany sculptures; whatever takes your fancy. Forge time and tools included, large materials for grander projects are at students' discretion. The shop may have scrap metal on hand, but you can also up-cycle your own. This class is for ages 16 and up, or by permission of the director.

Sign up at bit.ly/islesmith, email gupham@su76.org, or call 207-656-6262.

Learn Ukulele basics with singer-songwriter Abby Litman! What You'll Learn: - Fundamentals of playing chords, strumming, and tuning your ukulele - How to play simple chord progressions - Some music theory - How to read rhythms and dissect strumming patterns - How to read chord charts and play along with others By the end of this course, you'll be able to search up chords to your favorite songs and play on your own!

Sign up at bit.ly/isleuke, email gupham@su76.org, or call 207-656-6262.

Join Island Community Center each week for a casual and creative time with friends. Expect: easy and enjoyable craft projects, a supportive and no-pressure environment, and a chance to socialize. All skill levels welcome!

May 7th marks the beginning of our 2026 BHHT Volunteer Days! This year we are changing up the format a bit and hosting these events every Thursday through July 30th (from1-4pm). Additionally, we will be tackling both trail maintenance and invasive species removal, scheduling these tasks on alternating weeks.

Everyone is welcome — no experience needed. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or brand-new, we’d love to have you.

Dates will be advertised in upcoming newsletters and are currently listed on our website events calendar and on our social media pages.

FMI: email our stewardship team at stewardship@bluehillheritagetrust.org !

Join Eric Beachy for an intro to metalwork! In this 6-session course you'll learn the basics of blacksmithing and forge your own marvelous creations. From useful hooks to zany sculptures; whatever takes your fancy. Forge time and tools included, large materials for grander projects are at students' discretion. The shop may have scrap metal on hand, but you can also up-cycle your own. This class is for ages 16 and up, or by permission of the director.

Sign up at bit.ly/islesmith, email gupham@su76.org, or call 207-656-6262.

Award-winning Maine singer-songwriter Chris Ross concert. TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE! Doors open at 6:30pm, show begins at 7:30pm. $20 general admission / $25 day-of door price (if available).

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

Learn Ukulele basics with singer-songwriter Abby Litman! What You'll Learn: - Fundamentals of playing chords, strumming, and tuning your ukulele - How to play simple chord progressions - Some music theory - How to read rhythms and dissect strumming patterns - How to read chord charts and play along with others By the end of this course, you'll be able to search up chords to your favorite songs and play on your own!

Sign up at bit.ly/isleuke, email gupham@su76.org, or call 207-656-6262.

Join Island Community Center each week for a casual and creative time with friends. Expect: easy and enjoyable craft projects, a supportive and no-pressure environment, and a chance to socialize. All skill levels welcome!

April showers bring paper flowers! Fold some beautiful floral creations with Deer Isle artist Jadyn LaDeau. Whether a gift for Mother's Day (yes, it's Sunday the 10th!) or your own home decor, these blooms will last a lifetime. All materials included. This class is for ages 10+ (with parent/caregiver present), or by permission of the director.

Sign up at bit.ly/islebloom, email gupham@su76.org, or call 207-656-6262.

Join Claire Weinberg for a fun scrappy sewing session this summer!

Claire has had so much fun finding scraps in my “Quilters’ Frenzy” scrap buckets and she’s made these cute bunnies as an example. In this free workshop, she will guide you in making your own scrappy creatures. (With a few different techniques/options.) For summer, she has templates for fish, birds, and bunting. This will be a beginner friendly project and we hope to continue it seasonally!

In collaboration with the Blue Hill Co-op, Dr. Charlie Rolsky, executive director of the Shaw Institute, will present the latest research on the impact of plastics on human health, PFAS contamination, and more! His talk will delve into the complex reality of plastic pollution, offering insights into a more sustainable future and highlighting the importance of connecting environmental health to human health, both locally and globally. Click here for more information.
FREE & Open to the Public
Ages 14 & up

Join the Damn, Girls! & Hella Band for an irreverent and joyful fusion of country, rock, punk, blues and who knows what else! Get your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/yrwymvnb

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

Learn Ukulele basics with singer-songwriter Abby Litman! What You'll Learn: - Fundamentals of playing chords, strumming, and tuning your ukulele - How to play simple chord progressions - Some music theory - How to read rhythms and dissect strumming patterns - How to read chord charts and play along with others By the end of this course, you'll be able to search up chords to your favorite songs and play on your own!

Sign up at bit.ly/isleuke, email gupham@su76.org, or call 207-656-6262.

May 7th marks the beginning of our 2026 BHHT Volunteer Days! This year we are changing up the format a bit and hosting these events every Thursday through July 30th (from1-4pm). Additionally, we will be tackling both trail maintenance and invasive species removal, scheduling these tasks on alternating weeks.

Everyone is welcome — no experience needed. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or brand-new, we’d love to have you.

Dates will be advertised in upcoming newsletters and are currently listed on our website events calendar and on our social media pages.

FMI: email our stewardship team at stewardship@bluehillheritagetrust.org !

Sing along or listen as PMM staff and volunteers lead an afternoon of sea chanteys and sailors’ songs. If you have a chantey to share, you are welcome to lead one. There will also be information about how these songs were used as work songs. Attend once or come regularly. All ages are welcome, and no experience is needed.

Free admission. 

https://penobscotmarinemuseum.org/event-single/monthly-sea-chantey-singalongs-3/2026-06-11/

Now in Blue Hill! 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. Chem-free event!

These dances are the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month at the Congo Church, 22 Tenney Hill, Blue Hill. 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 your neighbors and meet new friends at the Surry Contra Dance!

6-7pm Community Dance: easy and fun family-friendly dances. Dance or join the Open Band! No charge, donations welcome.
7-10pm Contra Dance: all dances are instructed, no partner or experience is needed! $15-$25 suggested, under 18s pay 1/2 their age.

These dances are year-round, every 2nd Saturday of the month at the Surry School, 754 North Bend Rd. Chem-free event!

See performer schedule and get more info at surrycontra.org or follow on FB / IG

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

May 7th marks the beginning of our 2026 BHHT Volunteer Days! This year we are changing up the format a bit and hosting these events every Thursday through July 30th (from1-4pm). Additionally, we will be tackling both trail maintenance and invasive species removal, scheduling these tasks on alternating weeks.

Everyone is welcome — no experience needed. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or brand-new, we’d love to have you.

Dates will be advertised in upcoming newsletters and are currently listed on our website events calendar and on our social media pages.

FMI: email our stewardship team at stewardship@bluehillheritagetrust.org !

Indie folk band GoldenOak concert. TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE! Doors open at 6:30pm, show begins at 7:30pm. $20 general admission / $25 day-of door price (if available).

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

May 7th marks the beginning of our 2026 BHHT Volunteer Days! This year we are changing up the format a bit and hosting these events every Thursday through July 30th (from1-4pm). Additionally, we will be tackling both trail maintenance and invasive species removal, scheduling these tasks on alternating weeks.

Everyone is welcome — no experience needed. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or brand-new, we’d love to have you.

Dates will be advertised in upcoming newsletters and are currently listed on our website events calendar and on our social media pages.

FMI: email our stewardship team at stewardship@bluehillheritagetrust.org !

Maine-based independent Americana / country band The Mallett Brothers Trio concert. TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE! Doors open at 6:30pm, show begins at 7:30pm. $20 general admission / $25 day-of door price (if available).

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

May 7th marks the beginning of our 2026 BHHT Volunteer Days! This year we are changing up the format a bit and hosting these events every Thursday through July 30th (from1-4pm). Additionally, we will be tackling both trail maintenance and invasive species removal, scheduling these tasks on alternating weeks.

Everyone is welcome — no experience needed. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or brand-new, we’d love to have you.

Dates will be advertised in upcoming newsletters and are currently listed on our website events calendar and on our social media pages.

FMI: email our stewardship team at stewardship@bluehillheritagetrust.org !

Celebrate the Fourth of July and support the Island Community Center during the annual Stonington 6 road race. The Stonington 6 departs from the Community Center parking lot on the morning of July 4th. Participants will run/walk/stroll through a 10-kilometer (6.2-mile) course. A one-mile “Fun Run” is also offered and great for younger or older participants. Registration includes a t-shirt and benefits the Island Community Center. Register here.

FREE admission all day
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with free admission at the Penobscot Marine Museum. The day’s admission has been generously sponsored by Camden National Wealth Management. www.penobscotmarinemuseum.org

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

May 7th marks the beginning of our 2026 BHHT Volunteer Days! This year we are changing up the format a bit and hosting these events every Thursday through July 30th (from1-4pm). Additionally, we will be tackling both trail maintenance and invasive species removal, scheduling these tasks on alternating weeks.

Everyone is welcome — no experience needed. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or brand-new, we’d love to have you.

Dates will be advertised in upcoming newsletters and are currently listed on our website events calendar and on our social media pages.

FMI: email our stewardship team at stewardship@bluehillheritagetrust.org !

Sing along or listen as PMM staff and volunteers lead an afternoon of sea chanteys and sailors’ songs. If you have a chantey to share, you are welcome to lead one. There will also information about how these songs were used as work songs. Attend once or come regularly. All ages are welcome, and no experience is needed. www.penobscotmarinemuseum.org

8-piece R&B band from midcoast Maine The Sugar Snaps concert. TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE! Doors open at 6:30pm, show begins at 7:30pm. $20 general admission / $25 day-of door price (if available).

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

May 7th marks the beginning of our 2026 BHHT Volunteer Days! This year we are changing up the format a bit and hosting these events every Thursday through July 30th (from1-4pm). Additionally, we will be tackling both trail maintenance and invasive species removal, scheduling these tasks on alternating weeks.

Everyone is welcome — no experience needed. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or brand-new, we’d love to have you.

Dates will be advertised in upcoming newsletters and are currently listed on our website events calendar and on our social media pages.

FMI: email our stewardship team at stewardship@bluehillheritagetrust.org !

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

May 7th marks the beginning of our 2026 BHHT Volunteer Days! This year we are changing up the format a bit and hosting these events every Thursday through July 30th (from1-4pm). Additionally, we will be tackling both trail maintenance and invasive species removal, scheduling these tasks on alternating weeks.

Everyone is welcome — no experience needed. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or brand-new, we’d love to have you.

Dates will be advertised in upcoming newsletters and are currently listed on our website events calendar and on our social media pages.

FMI: email our stewardship team at stewardship@bluehillheritagetrust.org !

For nearly 40 years the Sargentville Thursday Club has awarded scholarships for local youth seeking a college degree or trade certificate/licensure. We annually offer two stunning, handmade quilts for raffle. See the quilts in all their glory at the Blue Hill Public Library, where you can also buy raffle tickets for $5 each or 3 tickets for $10. The drawing will be held at our Annual Sale and Silent Auction at 11:30 am on 7/25/26 at the Sedgwick Elementary School Gym. Good luck!

Traditional folk, old-time, and bluegrass band Darlin’ Corey concert. TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE! Doors open at 6:30pm, show begins at 7:30pm. $20 general admission / $25 day-of door price (if available).

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

May 7th marks the beginning of our 2026 BHHT Volunteer Days! This year we are changing up the format a bit and hosting these events every Thursday through July 30th (from1-4pm). Additionally, we will be tackling both trail maintenance and invasive species removal, scheduling these tasks on alternating weeks.

Everyone is welcome — no experience needed. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or brand-new, we’d love to have you.

Dates will be advertised in upcoming newsletters and are currently listed on our website events calendar and on our social media pages.

FMI: email our stewardship team at stewardship@bluehillheritagetrust.org !

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

Three crack of a cowbell and the music erupts. Join us for Music, Dancing, Food Trucks and Socializing.

Monday evenings 7:30pm to 9pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day at Blue Hill town park and various locations throughout Downeast Maine.

Community pan dances are free. Donations are collect to benefit various local charities.

See our website for the official flyer with dates, locations, times and information for rain venues Flashinthepans.org.

Free, PMM’s Main Street Gallery

Sing along or listen as PMM staff and volunteers lead an afternoon of sea chanteys and sailors’ songs. If you have a chantey to share, you are welcome to lead one. There will also information about how these songs were used as work songs. Attend once or come regularly. All ages are welcome, and no experience is needed.
www.penobscotmarinemuseum.org