Camden Public Library, as part of the Camden Conference Community Events Series, invites the public to a presentation by Professor Robert G. Morrison about the intellectual exchange between Islamic societies and Renaissance Europe. The talk will be held Tuesday, Dec. 9, at 6:30 p.m., in the Picker Room.

The anticipated "North Pole Express" event series begins this weekend in Boothbay, transforming the Boothbay Railway Village Museum into a magical Christmas wonderland for families. The event takes place on Saturdays and Sundays for three consecutive weekends, beginning Saturday, Dec. 6.

The North Pole Express

Stockton Springs Community Library will be celebrating children's holiday events Saturday, Dec. 13, from 10 -11 a.m.

"We will be reading some fun Christmas stories, some crafting, and snacks," said SSCL, in a news release.

This event is open to all and is free.

The Stockton Springs Community Library is an all-volunteer library. The library is a 501(c3). For any questions please feel free to contact the library 207 567-4147.

Friday, Dec. 5, let your shoes fly at the First Friday Community Dance & Contra Dance. This month Belfast Flying Shoes celebrates its 20th anniversary.

"Participants can expect extra frivolity, a tasty treat potluck, door prizes, party hats, and the usual joyful social connection," said Flying Shoes, in a news release.

Camden’s holiday season gets a jazzy lift as the Mondaynite Jazz Orchestra (MoJO) takes the stage for a special Holiday Concert, Saturday, Dec. 6, at 2 p.m., at John Street United Methodist Church, 95 John Street, Camden.

BOOTHBAY HARBOR — Sheepscot Chorus holds its annual holiday concert on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 3 p.m., at the Boothbay Harbor Congregational Church. This concert features Benjamin Britten's magical "A Ceremony of Carols," performed with harpist Melody Lindsay, and conducted by artistic director Linda Blanchard. Tenor soloist David Myers-Wakeman and soprano soloists Jennifer Felkay and Marybeth McCaffrey will be featured.  

Steve Thomas will provide a richly illustrated presentation on his newest book, Thursday, Dec. 11, at 5 p.m., at St. George Town Office, taking the audience into the world of non-instrumental navigation and a world-view of the sea largely unknown to the West.

Maine Public Health Association (MPHA) hosts “Civic Engagement & Health,” Thursday, Dec. 11, at 2 p.m. This presentation and discussion, co-hosted by AARP Maine and the Rockland Public Library, will share information about non-partisan state and federal advocacy efforts and how people can get involved in their communities to promote health.

From healthcare and education to infrastructure and the environment, decisions made in Washington, D.C. and Augusta shape the health of communities in Maine.

Camden Public Library invites the public to a presentation by wilderness backpacker Tom Jamrog on Tuesday, Dec. 2, at 6:30 p.m., in the Camden Public Library’s Picker Room. This presentation is free and open to everyone.

The Penobscot Bay Singers will present their Holiday Concert, “Gloria!” in three concerts: Saturday, Dec. 13, at 7 p.m., at the Searsport Congregational Church; Sunday, Dec. 14, at 3 p.m., at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Belfast; and at a special fundraising concert on Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 7 p.m., at the Belfast United Methodist Church.

"The Good Tern Co-op wishes Happy Holidays to all with a visit from Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus at the Good Tern’s Hole In The Wall Bagel Shop, 754 Main Street, in Rockland, on Sunday, December 14, from 9 to 11 a.m.," said Good Tern, in a news release.

Children of all ages and their families are invited for breakfast and a special meet n' greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Kids will be able to share their Christmas wishes with Santa Claus, decorate Christmas cookies and experience the joy of the season.

Belfast Senior College will host a tour of the Waldo County Technical Center, at 1022 Waterville Road (Rt.137), on Wednesday, Dec. 3, from noon to 1:45 p.m.

The tour will begin with a light lunch prepared by the Culinary Arts students in their newly refurbished cafe. Tour participants will then be given a tour of the areas where eleven technical programs are taught.

This event is free and open to the public. To register, or for information, go to https://belfastseniorcollege.org or call 207-707-6010.

Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center is holding an open house during Rockland's Main Street Festival of Lights.

Visit the Center Saturday, Nov. 29, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., to celebrate the season and the artists, Carol Sloane and Rebecca Goodale, in the Art Gallery. 

The Underground Lounge will host Maine native songwriter Louisa Stancioff on Friday, Dec. 5, at 17 Court Street, just under the Basil Burwell Theatre. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and music begins promptly at 7 p.m.

The Waldo Theatre invites local makers and movie lovers to two upcoming Craft Cinema afternoons: "cozy community gatherings designed for anyone who loves to craft while enjoying a great film surrounding by other creatives," said The Waldo, in a news release.

Clueless will be on the screen Sunday, November 30, at 4 p.m.

The Holiday follows on Saturday, December 7, at 4 p.m.

A special holiday encore presentation of The Metropolitan Opera’s “The Magic Flute” will be presented in an abridged, English-language version at the Strand Theatre on Tuesday, Dec. 23, at 1 p.m. Running time for this captured-live screening is about two hours.

A treasured holiday tradition, Mozart’s heartwarming fairy tale takes the stage in an acclaimed production by Julie Taymor—the Tony Award–winning director of Broadway’s “The Lion King.”

The Metropolitan Opera’s 2025–26 Live in HD season continues at the Strand Theatre with a simulcast of Umberto Giordano “Andrea Chénier” on Saturday, Dec. 13, at 1 p.m. An encore screening will be presented on Thursday, Dec. 18, at 5 p.m. Reserved seats are offered for the live transmission, according to the Strand, in a news release.  

Families are invited to don their coziest pajamas or Dickensian attire, and come to the Rockport Public Library on Saturday, Dec. 13, at 2 p.m., for a special Muppet Christmas Carol-themed event.

Attendees will be greeted by Mr. Charles Dickens; costumed story characters will be serving baked goods and hot cocoa.

The Strand Theatre will screen four classic holiday movies on Sundays during December. This holiday series is presented by Turner Classic Movies, and advance tickets are available. 

The Strand provides the following descriptions:

"Maine has a rich literary heritage, including one of poets and poetry, that continues today," said Rockland Public Library, in a news rleae.

The Poetry Peers writing group will present a tribute to Maine poets (and poets associated with Maine) on Tuesday, Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. Group members will read a poem by their selected poet and biographical information about them, then respond to their poet or poem with an original piece.