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
Magician Peter Boie
Don't miss Peter Boie, the 'Magician for Non-Believers,' blending comedy and mind-blowing magic! Peter Boie, the 'Magician for Non-Believers,' has carved out a niche with his unique style that combines comedy, magic, and audience engagement. His shows are designed to amaze and entertain, leaving even the most skeptical viewers astounded. Peter's performances are not just about the tricks but also about the experience, making his magic relatable and enjoyable for all ages. Whether performing for small groups or large audiences, Peter's charisma and talent shine through, making him a standout entertainer in the world of magic.
https://ellsworth.libcal.com/event/16341334
Using Gravestones and Cemeteries to Help Research Your Roots with Ron Romano
Join Hancock County Genealogical Society at Ellsworth Public Library for a special presentation with author Ron Romano.
Book to Screen Trivia at Fogtown Brewing
Ellsworth Public Library is partnering with Fogtown Brewing Company for a special literary focused trivia night! Test your book-to-screen knowledge for the chance to win library swag! This event will be held off-site at Fogtown Brewing Company at 25 Pine Street in Ellsworth.
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.
Beginner Level Chainsaw Training
Maine Woodland Owners and Blue Hill Heritage Trust (BHHT) will once again offer its popular chainsaw training workshop at BHHT’s Meadowbrook Forest property in Surry on Friday, July 17 from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm. This hands-on beginner-level training provides instruction on saw handling and maintenance, protective equipment, firewood cutting, and tree felling.
HCDC July 16 Meeting: Candidates Dakota Dupuis and Brian Thomas
The Hancock County Democratic Committee’s July meeting will be held on July 16 at 7:00 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Ellsworth and via Zoom. Following brief business updates, we will hear from Democratic candidates Lt. Dakota Dupuis of the Hancock County Sheriff’s Department and Brian Thomas, Esq. Dakota Dupuis is running for Hancock County Sheriff and Brian Thomas earned a place on the ballot for Judge of Probate through a successful write-in campaign. Both candidates will discuss how the legal and criminal justice systems function and share their goals and priorities should they be elected. This month’s meeting will be held both in person at the UU Church in Ellsworth and via Zoom. Pre-registration for Zoom participation is required in advance by noon the day before the meeting at www.hancockdems.org. You will receive a unique link that you will need to use to join the meeting.
The Soul Benders Benefit Concert for Food for Health
Dance, celebrate, and support local food access at The Grand in Ellsworth on Sunday, May 24. The Soulbenders headline a benefit concert for FarmDrop and partners Healthy Island Project and Healthy Acadia’s Food for Health program, which helps connect local farms with food security organizations across the region.
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.
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.
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.
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Library and school events
One-time classes and workshops
Public talks and forums
Nonprofit fundraisers
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