From live music and workshops to kids’ activities and festivals, our events calendar keeps happenings across Blue Hill Peninsula in one easy place to scan by date. Browse what’s coming up here, or hop over to the homepage calendar if you like a full grid view.
Community Calendar
Surry Contra Dance & Community Dance
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
Brown Hall Arts Committee presents Queen City Improv
Join Brown Hall Arts Committee for another crazy fun show by Queen City Improv. You just never know what’s going to happen with this group—look out—they might want your help!
Magical Dawn Chorus Birding Field Trip
Birds are most active just after sunrise so it's the best time to see and hear them. Join James Longo of Downeast Audubon, who will share techniques for learning to identify birdsong. Meet at Scott's Landing Preserve on Deer Isle. Pre-registration required by emailing deaudubon@gmail.com
Deer Isle Adult Education: Intro to Blacksmithing
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.
Exploration in Wood: A Hands-On Woodworking Workshop
A workshop based on curiosity and hands-on learning, we will build skills together in approachable woodworking techniques. We will deconstruct a log, to learn how the lifecycle/biography of a tree is made visible in its growth patterns and how we might creatively utilize different pieces of wood while considering the unique, individual qualities of the tree from whence it came. Embodying the perspective of an artist rather than an objective scientist, participants will explore a variety of woodworking hand tools and learn about how to achieve desired results with easily obtained tools. Please bring one or more pieces of wood that you are drawn to (reclaimed, driftwood, discarded, fresh cut logs, firewood, etc. please no pressure treated lumber).
Healthy Peninsula Walk-In Cafe
The café meets every Wednesday from 9:30–11:30 a.m., either indoors at Fisher Hall in the Blue Hill Congregational Church or outdoors in the parking lot behind the church, weather permitting.
Birding Field Trip to the Dead River Trail
Easy walking, always productive birding at this trail in The Wildlands. Led by Zachary Holderby of Downeast Audubon. Meet at Craig Brook National Fish Hatchery in Orland. Pre-registration required. Email deaudubon@gmail.com
BHHT Volunteer Days
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 !
Deer Isle Adult Education: Intro to Blacksmithing
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.
Beginners Contra Dance Series
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!
Coffee with Friends of GSA
Grab a cuppa for our final meet-up of the school year. Light refreshments will be served. Parents, alumni, former and retired faculty, staff, and board, and all members of the public welcome!
Please check in at the office upon arrival. Contact Friends of GSA with questions.
Central Hall Yard Sale
South Blue Hill’s Ladies Public Improvement Society (LPIS) will be holding its first yard sale of the season on Saturday 5/16 from 8am-1pm and Sunday 5/17 from 8am-12pm (fill a bag for $2 on Sunday, with bags provided!).
Bargains abound, with items including kitchenware, sporting equipment, linens, books, LPs, CDs and DVDs, toys, clothing, electronics, art, furniture, and much more.
The sale is at Central Hall, 306 Falls Bridge Rd. in Blue Hill. Proceeds benefit needed maintenance on Central Hall and community outreach by LPIS, a non-profit organization. FMI visit centralhall.me or email info@centralhall.me.
Athletic Potential Injury Prevention Screening
Variable Movement is offering a free athletic performance testing clinic in Blue Hill that uses movement screens to spot “energy leaks” in your body—those small imbalances that can slow progress or contribute to nagging pain—so everyday athletes can move better in the gym and in daily life.
The Animal and Wood: A Hands-On Woodworking Workshop
Construct, carve, nail, screw, paint and otherwise fashion animals (real or imagined) from wood, and other found materials with artist and woodworker Aaron Margolis. Please bring 3 items which inspire you (reclaimed, driftwood, discarded, fresh cut logs, sticks, twigs, firewood, etc. please no pressure treated lumber). Tools will be supplied. No experience necessary.
Central Hall Yard Sale
South Blue Hill’s Ladies Public Improvement Society (LPIS) will be holding its first yard sale of the season on Saturday 5/16 from 8am-1pm and Sunday 5/17 from 8am-12pm (fill a bag for $2 on Sunday, with bags provided!).
Bargains abound, with items including kitchenware, sporting equipment, linens, books, LPs, CDs and DVDs, toys, clothing, electronics, art, furniture, and much more.
The sale is at Central Hall, 306 Falls Bridge Rd. in Blue Hill. Proceeds benefit needed maintenance on Central Hall and community outreach by LPIS, a non-profit organization. FMI visit centralhall.me or email info@centralhall.me.
3rd Annual Rockbound Chapel Contra Dance
3rd Annual Rockbound Chapel Contra dance is coming! Back by popular demand at the beautiful chapel. Join the BAMU Band & friends (former members of the Bagaduce Northern New England Ensemble) as they delight your senses and make you put on your dancing shoes for a night of community dancing.
Brooklin Garden Club Ikebana Presentation
Ikebana is the traditional Japanese art of "making flowers alive," focusing on minimalism, asymmetry, and harmony by using branches, leaves, and flowers to represent nature's beauty and impermanence. A hands on presentation by Brooklin Garden Club members Verena Stoll and Posie Cowan.
Deer Isle Adult Education: Intro to Blacksmithing
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.
Healthy Peninsula Walk-In Cafe
The café meets every Wednesday from 9:30–11:30 a.m., either indoors at Fisher Hall in the Blue Hill Congregational Church or outdoors in the parking lot behind the church, weather permitting.
Sewing Clinic
Stuck on a sewing project or not sure where to start? This small-group sewing clinic is designed for beginners and anyone who wants hands-on help building confidence with their machine and skills.
Join Alyssa Radcliff, owner of Tangle Syx, for a supportive, in-person session where you can bring your own project and get personalized guidance.
Deer Isle Adult Education: Beginner Ukulele with Abby Litman
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.
BHHT Volunteer Days
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 !
Deer Isle Adult Education: Intro to Blacksmithing
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.
Penobscot Marine Museum Opening Reception
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.
Connection Between Hearing Loss & Dementia (Zoom)
The Downeast Chapter of the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) is sponsoring a Zoom presentation by Dr. James A. B. Wilson in his specialized field of preventing dementia in people with hearing loss.
Brooklin Food Corps Seedling Swap
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.
Bagaduce Chorale presents: A Mass for Peace
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.
Mayfest at Barncastle with Naiad Country Brewing
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.
Bagaduce Chorale presents: A Mass for Peace
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.
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
Deer Isle Adult Education: Intro to Blacksmithing
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.
Healthy Peninsula Walk-In Cafe
The café meets every Wednesday from 9:30–11:30 a.m., either indoors at Fisher Hall in the Blue Hill Congregational Church or outdoors in the parking lot behind the church, weather permitting.
Deer Isle Adult Education: Beginner Ukulele with Abby Litman
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.
BHHT Volunteer Days
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 !
Deer Isle Adult Education: Intro to Blacksmithing
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.
Plein Air Art Meetup - Spring Ephemerals
Have you ever wanted to create nature inspired art, but felt awkward about setting up your supplies in the middle of the woods or along the trail? Now is your chance to give it a try. Everyone is welcome, whether you are a trained artist or a hobbyist at heart. Once a month, May-August, meet up with BHHT’s Beth Dickens (a hobbyist artist herself) at various trails and be inspired by the scenery.
Chris Ross at Barncastle Hotel & Restaurant
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).
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
Deer Isle Adult Education: Beginner Ukulele with Abby Litman
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.
Summer Scrappy Workshop
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!
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
Deer Isle Adult Education: Beginner Ukulele with Abby Litman
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.
BHHT Volunteer Days
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 !
Monthly Sea Chantey Singalong
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/
Beginners Contra Dance Series
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!
Surry Contra Dance & Community Dance
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
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
Plein Air Art Meetup - Views of Blue Hill Mountain
Have you ever wanted to create nature inspired art, but felt awkward about setting up your supplies in the middle of the woods or along the trail? Now is your chance to give it a try. Everyone is welcome, whether you are a trained artist or a hobbyist at heart. Once a month, May-August, meet up with BHHT’s Beth Dickens (a hobbyist artist herself) at various trails and be inspired by the scenery.
BHHT Volunteer Days
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 !
Francis Hamabe’s Maine: A Life in Art Opening Reception
Join the Castine Historical Society for the opening of their Francis Hamabe’s Maine: A Life in Art exhibition featuring more than forty original works of art by renowned silkscreener, painter, graphic designer, and puppeteer, Francis Hamabe, whose love of Downeast Maine shines through his large body of work.
GoldenOak at Barncastle Hotel & Restaurant
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).
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
BHHT Volunteer Days
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 !
The Mallett Brothers Trio at Barncastle Hotel & Restaurant
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).
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
BHHT Volunteer Days
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 !
4th of July @ Penobscot Marine Museum
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
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
BHHT Volunteer Days
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 !
Monthly Sea Chantey Singalong
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
The Sugar Snaps at Barncastle Hotel & Restaurant
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).
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
BHHT Volunteer Days
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 !
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
Plein Air Art Meetup - Coastline & Intertidal Zone
Have you ever wanted to create nature inspired art, but felt awkward about setting up your supplies in the middle of the woods or along the trail? Now is your chance to give it a try. Everyone is welcome, whether you are a trained artist or a hobbyist at heart. Once a month, May-August, meet up with BHHT’s Beth Dickens (a hobbyist artist herself) at various trails and be inspired by the scenery.
BHHT Volunteer Days
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 !
Castine House & Garden Tour
The Castine Historical Society’s House & Garden Tour returns on July 24, offering a self-guided look inside twelve distinctive homes and three gardens in the historic seaside village of Castine, with proceeds supporting CHS exhibitions, educational programs, and community projects; tickets are $50 per person through July 12 and $60 from July 13–24, with details and sales at CastineHouseTour.com.
Darlin’ Corey at Barncastle Hotel & Restaurant
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).
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
BHHT Volunteer Days
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 !
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
Blueberry Pancake Social
Come to Blue Hill for a delicious summer tradition! The First Congregational Church of Blue Hill, located at 22 Tenney Hill, invites you to a Blueberry Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale, Saturday, August 8th, 8:30 to 11:30 AM.
Enjoy homemade pancakes, Maine blueberries, live music, and baked goods. All are welcome—come hungry and bring a friend!
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
Plein Air Art Meetup - Scenic Vista
Have you ever wanted to create nature inspired art, but felt awkward about setting up your supplies in the middle of the woods or along the trail? Now is your chance to give it a try. Everyone is welcome, whether you are a trained artist or a hobbyist at heart. Once a month, May-August, meet up with BHHT’s Beth Dickens (a hobbyist artist herself) at various trails and be inspired by the scenery.
Monthly Sea Chantey Singalong - Special Guest Chanteyman
PMM is excited to welcome guest chanteyman Stephen Sanfilippo for our August and September Chantey Singalongs. He’ll lead sea songs and chanteys on the concertina, many with catchy choruses for everyone to join in. Drop in for a few songs or stay for the whole evening—sing along or just listen. Stephen will also share stories and background on how chanteys were used as work songs at sea. All ages are welcome, and no experience is needed.
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
Penobscot Elementary School 50 Year Reunion (1975–1977)
Former classmates from Penobscot Elementary School’s classes of 1975, 1976, and 1977 are invited to a 50‑year reunion gathering in Penobscot. Come reconnect, share memories, and catch up over an afternoon that runs until whenever the stories wind down.
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
Flash! In the Pans Community Pan Dance
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.
Monthly Sea Chantey Singalong - Special Guest Chanteyman
PMM is excited to welcome guest chanteyman Stephen Sanfilippo for our August and September Chantey Singalongs. He’ll lead sea songs and chanteys on the concertina, many with catchy choruses for everyone to join in. Drop in for a few songs or stay for the whole evening—sing along or just listen. Stephen will also share stories and background on how chanteys were used as work songs at sea. All ages are welcome, and no experience is needed.
Monthly Sea Chantey Singalong
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
Deer Isle Adult Education: Paper Flower Workshop
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.
Reception for Blue Hill Library May Art Show featuring Robin Bowman
The Blue Hill Public Library will present “Sitting in the Mud: A Yearlong Walkabout in East Africa,” by award-winning freelance photojournalist and author Robin Bowman. The exhibition features large individual images and floor to ceiling photomontage panels on display at the library from May 4 through May 30. Prints of images will be for sale, with a portion of the proceeds going to benefit the library.
BHHT Volunteer Days
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 !
Sewing Clinic
Stuck on a sewing project or not sure where to start? This small-group sewing clinic is designed for beginners and anyone who wants hands-on help building confidence with their machine and skills.
Join Alyssa Radcliff, owner of Tangle Syx, for a supportive, in-person session where you can bring your own project and get personalized guidance.
Stonington Community Mosaic
Spend a few minutes adding your artistic touch to the Stonington Community Mosaic using recycled glass from the Transfer Station. Saturdays 2:00 - 4:00, Sundays 10:30 - 12:00, Mondays 8:30 - 3:30, until completed.
Deer Isle Adult Education: Kayak Safety Clinic (Bring Your Own Kayak)
Spring has sprung, and we can't wait to get on the water! Make sure you're prepared. Practice your kayak skills and/or get safety instruction in a sheltered, warm-water setting: the Blue Hill YMCA pool. This two-hour session offers 2 hours of independent practice OR an optional safety class and an hour of independent practice. The class covers self-rescue/wet exit instruction (i.e., what to do when your kayak flips). Kayaks/gear are NOT included in this course. Please bring your own.
Sign up at bit.ly/poolkayak, email mwitham@su76.org, or call 207-656-6262.
BHCS Take Over at the YMCA
Join the BHCS Boosters for a Community Fun Day + Fundraiser! Fun for the whole family includes a free throw shoot-out with prizes, pool party, games, food and more! Hosted by the BHCS Boosters in partnership with the Blue Hill YMCA.
Stonington Community Mosaic
Spend a few minutes adding your artistic touch to the Stonington Community Mosaic using recycled glass from the Transfer Station. Saturdays 2:00 - 4:00, Sundays 10:30 - 12:00, Mondays 8:30 - 3:30, until completed.
Community Yard Sale & Craft Fair for Penobscot School
Shop a variety of treasures from local yard sale sellers and handmade items from local crafters, enjoy food and drinks for purchase all weekend, and enter raffles for prizes including a stay at the Eggemoggin Reach Inn in Brooklin and a one-month YMCA membership in Blue Hill.
Tree Planting with BHHT
Join Blue Hill Heritage Trust as we plant 2,800 trees and shrubs over 9 acres at our Surry Forest property!
Petersons Performing at Dolly's Coffeehouse
Jay and Torsten Peterson will be the featured performers and hosts at Dolly’s Coffeehouse at the First Congregational Church of Blue Hill, Saturday, May 2nd 7:00-9:00pm.
Stonington Community Mosaic
Spend a few minutes adding your artistic touch to the Stonington Community Mosaic using recycled glass from the Transfer Station. Saturdays 2:00 - 4:00, Sundays 10:30 - 12:00, Mondays 8:30 - 3:30, until completed.
Talk: Turning Green Crabs from Coastal Scourge to Garden Gold
A talk from the Brooklin Food Corps: Downeast farmer and fisherman Sam Cheeney, of Green Kraken, has developed a fertilizer from invasive European green crabs. Sam will explain how this crab meal fertilizer works in the garden, what farmers are seeing in the field, and how scaling green crab harvest and processing can help support both healthier soils and more resilient coastal communities. Right next to the BFC's annual garden sale.
Rain date May 3.
Compost, Fertilizer, and Alllium Sale
It’s time to give your soil some love. The Brooklin Food Corps will be selling bulk compost from Chickadee Compost, crab meal fertilizer from Green Kraken, and shallot, leek, and onion plant bunches from Dixondale Farm. We’re looking for a few volunteers to help the day of the sale, work-share style. For every hour you put in, you will get two 5 gal. buckets of compost.
Email info@brooklinfoodcorps.org if you would like to help out.
(No pre-ordering or delivery available this year.)
Penobscot Roadside Cleanup
Volunteers needed to walk and pick up trash on road sections. Buckets and bags provided. Please join us! West side of road closure: call for arrangements ahead of time. 207-469-5528
Community Yard Sale & Craft Fair for Penobscot School
Shop a variety of treasures from local yard sale sellers and handmade items from local crafters, enjoy food and drinks for purchase all weekend, and enter raffles for prizes including a stay at the Eggemoggin Reach Inn in Brooklin and a one-month YMCA membership in Blue Hill.
Tree Planting with BHHT
Join Blue Hill Heritage Trust as we plant 2,800 trees and shrubs over 9 acres at our Surry Forest property!
Documentary Series: 'Building Hope: Ending Homelessness in Maine' Screening
The Blue Hill Public Library is hosting a screening of the documentary Building Hope, a film from local filmmaker Richard Kane and Kane Lewis Productions, on Wednesday, April 29 at 7PM in the library's Pearson Room. The documentary will be followed by a panel discussion led by the film's producer Melody Kane-Lewis, featuring members of local organizations involved in the housing crisis in Maine.
Healthy Peninsula Walk-In Cafe
The café meets every Wednesday from 9:30–11:30 a.m., either indoors at Fisher Hall in the Blue Hill Congregational Church or outdoors in the parking lot behind the church, weather permitting.
The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace, Sir Karl Jenkins
The 80-voice Bagaduce Chorale and the GEM Orchestra present Sir Karl Jenkins’ powerful “The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace” at the Ellsworth High School Auditorium. This multimedia performance, featuring the “Armed Man Film,” is the first of its kind in Maine and traces the journey from the chaos of war to a hopeful longing for peace; tickets are available at bagaducechorale.org.
Student Business Plan Pitch Competition
Join The Rising Tide and Maine Maritime Academy’s Loeb-Sullivan School for a shark‑tank–style Student Business Pitch Competition showcasing new ventures dreamed up by MMA students. Cheer on six finalist teams as they pitch to a panel of local business leaders, competing for $4,000 in cash prizes to help launch their ideas. Free and open to the public—come meet the next generation of entrepreneurs shaping coastal Maine.
Tree Planting with BHHT
Join Blue Hill Heritage Trust as we plant 2,800 trees and shrubs over 9 acres at our Surry Forest property!
Family Walk & Scavenger Hunt
Join Healthy Peninsula and Blue Hill Heritage Trust for family friendly walk & nature scavenger hunt at Meadow Brook Mill Stream Conservation Area (a BHHT Accessible Trail)!
Transfer Station and The Garden Project Open House
Come and see what Stonington is doing to put the Earth first. Tour the Transfer Station and The Garden Project. See what's new and how you can be involved.
Tree Planting with BHHT
Join Blue Hill Heritage Trust as we plant 2,800 trees and shrubs over 9 acres at our Surry Forest property!
Community Breakfast
Hearty church breakfasts served 7–9 a.m. from April through October, offering a casual morning meal and fellowship for neighbors of all ages. $10 per plate.
Healthy Peninsula Walk-In Cafe
The café meets every Wednesday from 9:30–11:30 a.m., either indoors at Fisher Hall in the Blue Hill Congregational Church or outdoors in the parking lot behind the church, weather permitting.
Penobscot Historical Society Meeting
Potluck followed by short business meeting and program: What is it?
United Methodist Church. Everyone is welcomed. Free to all. (207) 206-5292
Brooklin Food Corps Community Garden Work Day
Come meet new and longtime gardeners, and find out how you can help the Brooklin Food Corps in the Community Garden this year, on a regular or occasional basis. We'll start by getting the garden deer- and porcupine-proofed for the coming season.
2 p.m. Community Garden (off the Brooklin School's entry road)
Music Buffet Coffee House
Evening coffeehouse gatherings from 7–9 p.m. with an open mic hour followed by a featured musician, running monthly at the Penobscot United Methodist Church.
Submit your event
We’re glad to list community-focused events on the calendar at no cost. Good fits include:
Library and school events
One-time classes and workshops
Public talks and forums
Nonprofit fundraisers
Performances, festivals, and other open-to-the-public gatherings
To keep the calendar useful and readable, we don’t post regularly recurring events (for example, an ongoing fitness class or month-long shows), but we do welcome special sessions, series kickoffs, and standalone workshops.
If you’d like extra visibility we also offer a wide selection of advertising options starting at $25/week.
Not sure if your event is a fit, or want help choosing the right level of promotion?
Send us a note at info@risingtide.media and we’ll be happy to talk it through.