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Trunk or Treat Event in Ellsworth
Would you, your business or nonprofit organization like to participate in the Star 97.7/Down East Family YMCA "Trunk or Treat" on Halloween? All you do is buy candy, decorate the trunk of your vehicle in Halloween finery and get ready for all the little ghosts and goblins Halloween afternoon. Phone the Y to sign up […]
Find out more »2015 Artist Retreat at Schoodic Institute
2015 ARTIST RETREAT AT SCHOODIC INSTITUTE WEEK-LONG WORKSHOP CONNECTING ART TO NATURAL ELEMENTS WINTER HARBOR - Autumn colors and maritime ecology – waves, rocks, clouds and trees – are the focus of this year’s Artist Retreat, October 17-25. Designed to give participants of all levels ample time to create, rejuvenate and collaborate, the week-long retreat […]
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Blood Drive in Blue Hill
There will be an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Saturday, Oct 17, from 9 to 2 pm at Bay School, 17 Bay School Drive in Blue Hill. To make an appointment visit Redcross dot org or call 1-800-REDCROSS.
Find out more »Early Childhood Fair in Ellsworth
The annual Early Childhood Fair is happening on Saturday, Oct 17, from 9 to noon at Ellsworth Elementary Middle School. This is a free event where parents bring their children age birth to 5 years old and join in fun activities with area professionals and providers. Children can play while parents learn about local resources […]
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4-H Awareness Day in Ellsworth
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H in Hancock County is holding a 4-H Awareness Day at Tractor Supply Co., 461 High St. in Ellsworth on Saturday, Oct 17, from 10 to 2 pm. The day will include science activities, horse and pony rides and displays with food for sale from area 4-H clubs and […]
Find out more »Ghostport in Bucksport
The town of Bucksport is hosting its seventh annual spook-tacular, Ghostport, on Saturday, Oct 17, from 10 to 10 pm. Timed to coincide with Fright at the Fort across the bay at Fort Knox, this Halloween-themed event offers something for all ages, from the children’s costume parade down Main Street to Jonathan Buck’s Race to […]
Find out more »Ellsworth Fire Department Open House
The Ellsworth Fire Department will be holding an open house Saturday October 17th. From 10AM-2PM at the Ellsworth Fire Station. The Ellsworth Fire Department will have equipment on display as well as a fire extinguisher trainer and fun activities for the children. There will also be fire prevention handouts along with light refreshments provided. October […]
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Downeast Scenic Railroad Pumpkin Train in Ellsworth
The whole family is invited to ride the Downeast Scenic Railroad Pumpkin Train on Saturday and Sunday, Oct 17 and 18. Trains will depart at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm. During the ride, the train will stop at a pumpkin patch and the kids can pick out a pumpkin and then decorate it during the […]
Find out more »Harvest Festival in Blue Hill
In light of the cancellation of the Taste of the Peninsula, a group in BlueHill will continue the tradition of a Fall celebration. The PeninsulaHarvest Festival will take place on Saturday, October 17th from 10:30am -3:00pm at Mainescape Garden Shop in Blue Hill. The group includesMainescape, the Blue Hill Heritage Trust and several community members, […]
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Author Ianna Hondros-McCarthy Talk at Southwest Harbor Public Library
Ianna Hondros-McCarthy, author of “Stickier Rice, Clearer Purpose: An Introduction to Mindfulness from a Traveling Student,” will talk about her book and what she learned while living in Thailand at the Southwest Harbor Public Library on Saturday, Oct 17, at 11 am. There will be time for questions. Books will be available for sale and […]
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Open House at Chamberlain House
The Ellsworth Historical Society will be having an Open House at the Historic Chamberlain House History Center at 357 State Street in Ellsworth Falls on October 17th from 1:00-4:00. The House was donated to the Historical Society last year by the Lawrence Family of Tradewinds. With help and donations from local businesses and the community the society […]
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Benefit Potluck Dinner in Ellsworth
There will be a potluck dinner, raffle and fundraiser for Miranda Tefft from 4 to 8 pm on Saturday, Oct 17, at Elks Lodge, 317 High St., Ellsworth. The fundraiser will help Miranda with living and medical expenses during her treatment. For more information, call Lorrie at 479-5540.
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Pig Roast, Music & Auction in Blue Hill
The Halcyon Grange is hosting its fifth annual pig roast and harvest supper on Saturday, Oct 17, at 4:30 pm. The Big Moose and Friends band from Downeast Maine will play traditional Celtic jigs, reels and waltzes. There will be roast pork, beans, squash, applesauce, pies and fiddles, mandolins, whistles and banjos. The supper will […]
Find out more »5:00 pm
Spaghetti Supper in Franklin
The Franklin Veterans Club is hosting a spaghetti supper on Saturday, Oct 17, from 5 to 7 pm. The suggested donation is $9 per person. For more information, call 565-2977 or visit www.franklinveteransclub.com.
Find out more »Public Supper in Bucksport
The Elm Street Congregational Church in Bucksport will host a public supper on Saturday, Oct 17, from 5-6 p.m. The supper will include homemade casseroles, salads, baked beans, rolls and pies. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-10 and there is no cost for children under 5. For more information, call the […]
Find out more »Public Supper in Franklin
The Franklin Methodist Church is hosting a comfort food supper on Saturday, Oct 17, from 5 to 6:30 pm. The menu includes beans, mac and cheese, salads, rolls and desserts. Donations will be accepted for the fuel fund to help local residents in need. For more information, call 565-2278.
Find out more »Baked Bean Supper in Dedham
The Dedham Church is hosting a baked bean supper on Saturday, Oct 17, from 5 to 6:30 pm. The menu includes beans, cole slaw, potato salad, hot dogs, rolls, brown bread, beverages and a wide assortment of pies for dessert. Admission is $8 for adults and $4 for children. For more information, call 843-7646.
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