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
The History of Postal Service, from Philadelphia to Penobscot
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.