Past Events

On Wednesday, Aug. 5, at 5:30 pm, Adam Ganser will give a Zoom talk sponsored by the Northeast Harbor Library called “The History of the High Line.” This discussion will look at the current role of NYC’s parks during the pandemic, trace the history of the preservation and development of the High Line, and look to the future of parks and open space in New York City as we emerge into a long economic recovery.  This talk is free and…

The Shaw Institute’s “Planet in Crisis: Science and Survival” online speaker series continues on Wednesday, Aug 5, from 6 to 7 pm with “Confronting Plastic Pollution in a COVID World on Fire” with Susan Shaw, founder/director of the Shaw Institute.  For more information, visit the institute online at www.shawinstitute.org or call 374-2135.  

Jesup Memorial Library is hosting an online author talk on Wed Aug 5 at 7 pm.  Lily King will present “Writers & Lovers.”  To register and get more information, visit jesuplibrary dot org or call 288-4245.  

At Cottontail Cottage Farm Sanctuary in Cherryfield, times are tight!  Considering that they're a summer tourist destination, they currently remain closed to the public. Thus, they're experiencing a big revenue loss. They need to purchase hay, grain, bedding, cat and dog food, medical supplies – and of course, there are always veterinary bills - totaling thousands of dollars each month. If you'd like to help, your tax-deductible donations may be sent to: Cottontail Cottage Farm Sanctuary, 471 Milbridge Road, Cherryfield,…

The Blue Hill Public Library will host an online workshop by Nicole Dowling, field sales and service representative with Anthem, on “Medicare 101” on Thursday, Aug. 6, at 4 pm. The workshop will explain how Medicare works, including eligibility, enrollment, premiums, and the decisions that need to be made. This event is free and open to everyone, but advance registration is required to receive the link to join the event via Zoom, using the library’s online calendar or by calling…

Colloguy Downeast of Blue Hill is hosting a free Zoom meeting about addiction in the United States on Fri Aug 7 at 9:30 am. Peg O’Connor, professor of philosophy and author, will explore some issues with an eye to untangle some of the puzzles of addiction. For more information and to register, email downeastevent@gmail dot com or visit colloguydowneast dot org.