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Bloomin’ Business of the Week in Ellsworth, Lamoine & Trenton
The Ellsworth Garden Club, The Ellsworth Chamber and STAR 97.7 invite you to nominate your favorite business or nonprofit organization for “Bloomin’ Business of the Week!” Weekly through mid-September, we’re drawing attention to the organizations that make our communities more attractive with landscaping & live plants. This competition includes the towns of Ellsworth, Lamoine & […]
Find out more »Two Support Groups with Hospice Volunteers of Hancock County
Hospice Volunteers of Hancock County in Ellsworth is offering two FREE support groups this summer for people grieving the death of a loved one. A general group will run Mondays, June 29 through August 3 from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. A "Graduate Group" for those who are grieving and have already participated in two or […]
Find out more »Symphony Concerts in Hancock
Symphony concerts at the Pierre Monteux School in Hancock are held every Sunday from June 21 through July 26 at 5 pm. Tickets are $22 for adults and $5 for students/children. General admission tickets are available at the door only A season subscription ($132 adults; $30 students/children) offers the perk of having a seat reserved […]
Find out more »“Summer Fun with Leaping Literacy” Camp at Blue Hill Public Library
Three one-week-long morning day camp sessions in July will be at Blue Hill Public Library emphasizing on reading and creativity. The sessions will be July 13 to 17, 20 to 24 and 27 to 31 from 9 am to noon. The program is free and for children ages 5 to 12, but there is some […]
Find out more »Half Price Adoption Fees at SPCA in Trenton
Things are "Hot! Hot! Hot! at the SPCA of Hancock County in Trenton with their July adoption special. Through July 31st, all cats and dogs over 6 months of age are available for adoption at HALF PRICE, with application approval. Check the SPCA's Facebook page for weekly photo updates of the cats and dogs who […]
Find out more »Harbor House Flamingo Festival in Southwest Harbor
The Quietside Flamingo Festival is happening July 17 through 20th in Southwest Harbor. This is a benefit for Harbor House with a parade, craft fair, carnival, golf scramble, cocktail party, steel drum band concert and much more. Also the Flamingo 4 Miler & Fun Race on Sunday, July 19th with registration starting at 7 am […]
Find out more »Maine Celtic Celebration in Belfast
The Maine Celtic Celebration takes place the weekend of July 17–19 on the Belfast Common and Steamboat Landing. The festival promises fun for all with continuous music, music workshops, a Celtic dog show, a 5K road race/walk, Highland Heavy Games, the New World Cheese Roll, food and craft vendors and fireworks! Full details are available […]
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Book, Plant & Bake Sale in Prospect Harbor
The Dorcas Library is holding a book, plant and bake sale at the Prospect Harbor Woman’s Club building on Saturday, July 18, from 8 to 2 pm. For more information, call Barbara at 963-7844.
Find out more »Seacoast Fair in Prospect Harbor
The Prospect Harbor United Methodist Church is holding a Seacoast Fair on Saturday, July 18, from 8 to 2 pm. The event will include a yard sale, a bake sale with lobster rolls and a silent auction featuring over 160 items and gift certificates from numerous Downeast businesses from Milbridge to Ellsworth Falls. For more […]
Find out more »Baked Goods/Yard Sale at West Brooksville Congregational Church
The West Brooksville Congregational Church, UCC, will hold its annual summer sale on Saturday, July 18, from 8 to noon. The sale will feature homemade baked goods, handcrafted items and a yard sale. Sunday Schoolchildren will be selling water and lemonade. The church is located at 1597 Coastal Road in West Brooksville.
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Christmas in July Toy Run: Ellsworth to Newport
The 5th Annual Christmas in July Motorcycle Toy Run and Auction is happening on Saturday, July 18 and benefits the Toys for Tots program and the Secret Santa Program for Hancock County. It begins 9 am at the Mill Mall in Ellsworth and ends up at the Moose Trail Campground in Newport. The event will […]
Find out more »Book Sale at Southwest Harbor Public Library
The Southwest Harbor Public Library will hold its Paperback Book Sale on the front lawn of the Library from 9 to 5 pm on Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19. This annual sale takes place in conjunction with Southwest Harbor’s famous Flamingo Festival. All books will sell for whatever you can donate to the […]
Find out more »MDI Search & Rescue Silent Auction Benefit in Bar Harbor
A silent auction for the benefit of Mount Desert Island Search and Rescue will be held at St. Saviour’s Episcopal Church in Bar Harbor on Saturday, July 18, from 9 to 2 pm There will be great gift certificates and donated items galore. For more information, visit www.StSaviours.me or email [email protected].
Find out more »Shoreline Cleanup in Winter Harbor
A Schoodic shoreline cleanup is scheduled for July 18 from 9 to noon. Participants are asked to meet at the Frazer Point Picnic area at 9 am for check-in and safety brief. Please wear sturdy shoes, bring a hat and bug repellent if you need it and dress in comfortable layers. Friends of Acadia will […]
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Kids Day at Seal Cove Auto Museum
Kids Day is at the Seal Cove Auto Museum on Saturday, July 18, form 10 to 4 pm. It will include games, toy car races, educational activities, model car displays and photos in period clothing. Also, take a spin in the museum’s Model T Ford Depot Hack. Children 12 and under are admitted free and […]
Find out more »Pet Show at the Ellsworth Public Library
The Friends of the Ellsworth Library are holding their annual “just for fun” Pet Show on Saturday, July 18th starting at 10am at the library. This event is for all ages and pets, there is no fee to enter, and all furry friends should be leashed or brought in a secure cage. Children under age […]
Find out more »10:30 am
Author John L. Parker Jr at Jesup Memorial Library
John L. Parker Jr., author of “Racing the Rain,” will be speaking at the Jesup Memorial Library in Bar Harbor on Saturday, July 18, at 10:30 am. Parker is a New York Times bestselling author who previously wrote “Once a Runner.” For more information, call the library at 288-4245.
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“Dog Day” Pet Show at Fort Knox
The Fort Knox pet show is scheduled for July 18 and 19. Saturday will be “Dog Day” and Sunday will be “All Other Pets Day.” Registration is from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Visitor Center, with the show beginning at 11 each day. For more information, call 469-6563 or visit www.fortknox.maineguide.com.
Find out more »1:00 pm
Puppet Show at Jesup Memorial Library
The Jesup Memorial Library in Bar Harbor is hosting a children’s puppet show with Linda Uberseder on Saturday, July 18, at 1 pm. For more information, call the library at 288-4245.
Find out more »Picnic & Ice Cream Social in Lamoine
The Lamoine Historical Society is hosting a running board picnic and ice cream social at the historic Lamoine Meeting House on Saturday, July 18, from 1 to 3 pm. There will also be some old cars and a fire truck or two for the kids. Bring your own picnic lunch and we’ll provide the beverages, […]
Find out more »Holt House Reception in Blue Hill
Blue Hill Historical Society will celebrate the 200th anniversary of its headquarters, The Holt House, with a public reception on Saturday, July 18, from 1 to 3 pm. The reception will feature stories from special guests, a display of historical items, period-appropriate refreshments and a parade of antique cars. There will also be a wine […]
Find out more »4:30 pm
Bean Supper & Food Sale in Gouldsboro
The Gouldsboro Historical Society is hosting a bean supper and food sale at the West Bay Church (88 Old Route 1) on Saturday, July 18, from 4:30 to 6 pm. For more information, call 963-4076 or 963-7155.
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