BELFAST — Join the Belfast Free Library and the Wawenoc Chapter of the Maine Genealogical Society on Wednesday, May 21, at 2 p.m., in the Abbott Room of the…
Lectures and Conferences
'little did she realize the time and resources that would be needed for this project'
founded in 1972 in Bath
ROCKLAND — The Rockland Public Library presents Lance Lee, Thursday, May 8, at 6 p.m. This event is free and open to all.
Lance Lee will…
“Bird Time on the Coast,” a program of the Friends of Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge, returns this year.…
the beginning of Maine’s 400 year tradition of quality shipbuilding
CAMDEN — Join Matt Blazek, director of Educational Operations with Maine’s First Ship, for a fascinating presentation about the 1607 pinnace Virginia,…
March 14, 2025 marked the 100th anniversary of the first live trans-Atlantic long-wave radio broadcast, from London to Belfast, Maine
BELFAST — “Hello America, the Story of the Experimental RCA Radio Station in Belfast” will be the topic of the Belfast Historical Society’s meeting, Monday, April…
Former Boston Globe editor and past Camden Conference president Matthew Storin is returning as president, to guide the Conference forward into…
answering many questions, including "What were the diets of people over the centuries and how did kitchen gardens help support families?"
John Fromer will lead an online presentation called, Kitchen Garden Design & History,…
"Maine waters just offshore is like an oceanic Serengeti, if you know where to look and what to look for"
Bob Duchesne will lead an online presentation called, Gulf of Maine Birds, …
"the Patriots demonstrated their resourcefulness and determination in their fight for independence"
CAMDEN — Quarry Hill is offering an enrichment series program on the Battle of the Margaretta, Monday, April 21, at 11 a.m., at the Anderson Inn.
On the eve of the 250th anniversary of The…
ROCKPORT — The next program in the Rockport Conservation Commission's Climate Talk Series at the Rockport Public Library will take place on Wednesday, April 16, at 6 p.m. The presentation…
Eastern Whip-poor-will and Common Nighthawk listed as 'Species of Greatest Conservation Need'
CAMDEN — Mid-Coast Audubon will be hosting Logan Parker, ecologist with the Maine Natural History Observatory, Thursday, April 17, beginning at 6:30 p.m.,…
including a new film featuring the stories of two survivors of domestic abuse
DAMARISCOTTA — "Domestic abuse is one of the most difficult challenges facing our communities today," said New Hope Midcoast, in a news release.
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ROCKLAND — PechaKucha Night, an evening of visual storytelling, will take place Friday, April 25, at the Strand Theatre in Rockland. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and…
CamdenCAN and Camden Talks Climate series
CAMDEN — CamdenCAN and the Camden Public Library, as part of its continuing Camden Talks Climate series, welcome Camden resident Anna Dembska for her presentation “…
Balancing Safety
CAMDEN — Camden Public Library, in partnership with the Maine Mycological Association, welcomes back mushroom expert Greg Marley on Sunday, April 6 at 1:30 p.m., for his talk “Foraging for Wild…
a blacksmith came to Wells in 1685. His descendants settled in Islesboro, Vinalhaven, Belfast
BELFAST — Join the Belfast Free Library and the Wawenoc Chapter of the Maine Genealogical Society on Wednesday, April 16, at 2 p.m., in the Abbott Room of the…
state representatives, lawmakers, community insight
Three different topics will be discussed in a three-part series called "Elisif's Story: Screenings & Conversations."
The Role of Policy & Community in Recovery…
a model for studying hibernation in non-tropical climates
Eric Brown will lead an online presentation called, A Global Study of Squirrels, hosted by Merryspring Nature Center, …
The Camden Public Library carries on its Maritime Month tradition this April by once again featuring a month-long exhibit from the Penobscot Marine Museum and hosting a series of themed programs.…
photojournalist, war correspondent, explorer
THOMASTON — Patricia Hubbard, of Thomaston, will describe the life and work of Ruth Robertson, a true “female Indiana Jones”, on Wednesday, April 16, at 6:30 p.m., at the Thomaston Public Library…
BELFAST — Tuesday, April 1, at 6:30 p.m., the Belfast Free Library will host “Our Maine Fibershed: Change your Fiber, Help the Climate” with Pat Harpell. The program, which is co-sponsored by the…
the post-glacial Maine landscape
Sean Birkel will lead an online presentation called, Ice Age Cycle, …
CAMDEN — Camden Public Library welcomes photographer John Steele for a presentation of his photography book, Mustangs: Utah’s Onaqui & Cedar Mountain Herds…
cognitive changes associated with aging
UNION — The Peoples United Methodist Church of Union will present a free event, The Aging Brain, with Susan Wehry, MD, Saturday, April 5, at 11 a.m.
Learn about the…
Among these "larids" are some of the most coveted bird species in the world
CAMDEN — The Mid-Coast Audubon‘s series of nature talks in partnership with the Camden Public Library continues Thursday, March 20, at 6:30 p.m.,…
April 25–May 4, 2025
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Vertical Bay Scallops started in 2018 as a model for scallop farming in Maine
BELFAST — Come Boating and the Belfast Free Library's Winter Adventure Series continues Tuesday, March 18, at 6:30 p.m., with presentation about Scallop Farming in the Penobscot Bay with Andrew…
Rockport Conservation Commission
ROCKPORT — The next program in the Rockport Conservation Commission’s Climate Series at the Rockport Public Library will be held Wednesday, March 19, at 6 p.m. Hear from a…
on a mission to create a well-rested world, one woman at a time
ROCKPORT — On Thursday, Mar. 20, at 11:30 a.m., the Rockport Public Library will host a free program called “Resting into Spring.” In this time of seasonal transition, local…
techniques and strategies to be successful
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a webinar for home gardeners titled “Becoming a Resilient Vegetable Gardener” on Wednesday, March 26,…
consumer interest and demand for fresh-market potato varieties with unique size, shape, color and taste has been on the rise
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a virtual presentation, Thursday, March 27, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., covering growing and marketing…
CAMDEN — CamdenCAN and the Camden Public Library, as part of its continuing Camden Talks Climate, presents “How to Instigate Action on Climate Change,” with Kerry Emanuel, Professor Emeritus of…
George's River Trout Unlimited
ROCKPORT — George's River Trout Unlimited (GRTU) welcomes Robert Cotiaux, director of Maine TU Trout Camp, for a two-topic presentation, Tuesday, March 11, in Rockport…
“The Siege of Petersburg, 1864: The Story of a Maine Soldier on the Petersburg Western Front”
BELFAST — Join the Belfast Free Library and the Wawenoc Chapter of the Maine Genealogical Society on Wednesday, March 19, at 2 p.m., in the Abbott Room of the…
BELFAST — Maddy Wintermute and Gabriel Eisen will speak, Monday, March 10, at 6 p.m., at UU Church, 37 Miller St., in Belfast.
Wintermute…
the treacherous crossing from Turkey to Lesvos
ROCKLAND — The Rockland Public Library presents Marie Ilvonen, Thursday, March 13, at 2 p.m. This event is free and open to all.
Marie Ilvonen will discuss how people…
ROCKPORT — The Rockport Public Library announces a new horticulture series in partnership with Merryspring Nature Center. In monthly talks from March through May, Merryspring…
Gardening in a Changing Climate: What Maine Gardeners Need to Know
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a webinar titled, “Gardening in a Changing Climate: What Maine Gardeners Need to Know,” Wednesday, March 12,…
"erupting, arriving and awakening (or at least yawning)"
ROCKLAND — The Rockland Public Library presents Kirk Gentalen, Thursday, March 6, at 6:30 p.m. This event is free and open to all.
"As the 'gateway to spring,' the month of March holds the…
The Camden Garden Club presents Kerry Ann Mendez, author of a variety of books on gardening, and an engaging speaker. She will be the last presenter for the…
"Spring migration is the most exciting time for Maine birders"
Nick Lund will lead an online presentation called, Maine’s Spring Birds, …
BELFAST — Peace and Justice of Waldo County Forum is holding "Nourish the Resistance Circle for Peace and Resistance" Wednesday, Feb 19, 2025, at 6 p.m., in the Abbott Room of the Belfast Free…
Former broadcast journalist and Kittery resident Bob Sheppard
THOMASTON — Bob Sheppard, son of a member of one of the first African-American fighter air crews in the U.S. military, will share his father’s experiences as a Tuskegee Airman, Sunday, March 2, at…
BELFAST — Come Boating! Winter Adventure Series continues Tuesday, Feb. 18, at 6:30 p.m., with “Adventures in the Faroe Islands” with Marci Richardson.
Marci Richardson, a Come Boating…
informal poetry reading, opening of submissions for Writer-in-Residence program
ROCKLAND — Millay House Rockland will celebrate Edna St. Vincent Millay's 133rd birthday on Saturday, Feb. 22, from 2 to 4 p.m.
"2024 was an…
Malamutes, Samoyeds, and Siberian Huskies were among the earliest sled dogs, but today there are several new cross breeds
ROCKLAND — The Rockland Public Library presents Pat Sullivan and the Museum of Maritime Pets, Thursday, Feb. 20, at 2 p.m. This event is free and open to all.
Pat…
Maine currently identifies 15 aquatic plants as invasive threats
Brett Willard will lead an online presentation called, Identifying and Preventing the Spread of Aquatic…
"a global symbol of press freedom"
Nobel Peace Prize recipient Maria Ressa will be featured on Maine Public's interactive radio program Maine Calling on Tuesday, February 11, from 11 a.m. to noon. Ressa…
two brothers from Lincolnville
LINCOLNVILLE — Lincolnville Historical Society will hold its next talk Thursday, Feb. 20, at 7 p.m. “The Battle of Malvern Hill,…
