ROCKLAND — Coastal Family Hospice Volunteers is offering a Drop In Caregiver Support Group on the last Monday of the month, at Breakwater Marketplace, 91 Camden St, Suite 408, Rockland, from 4 - 5 p.m.

THOMASTON — Witches, wizards, and muggles alike are invited to test their knowledge of the wizarding world at Knox Clinic's next Community Trivia Night on Thursday, July 16, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Thomaston Public Library.

This free event will feature Harry Potter-themed trivia, prizes, refreshments, and an evening of friendly competition for fans of all ages. Participants are encouraged to come dressed in costume, represent their Hogwarts house, and embrace the magic of the evening.

2026 Rising Tide Party & Auction will take place Thursday, Aug. 20, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., at Riverside Farm & Learning Center in Searsmont.

"Bringing together community members, nonprofit leaders, business supporters, and philanthropists from across Knox and Waldo counties, the Rising Tide Party & Auction celebrates the generosity and partnerships that strengthen our region," said United Midcoast Charities, in a news release.

On Saturday, July 18, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., the gardens at the historic Major John Russ farmhouse, at 148 Head of Tide Road in Belfast, will be open to view, the third event of Belfast Garden Club’s 2026 Open Garden Days. Built in 1865, the home is now owned by Brit Ziegler and Phil Jacks, an architectural historian who frequently teaches courses on architecture for Belfast Senior College. 

The annual memorial service to honor the life of Revolutionary War Hero Major General Henry Knox will take place July 25, at 10:30 a.m., at the Thomaston Village Cemetery.

The Maine and New Hampshire Sons of the American Revolution and Col. Henry Knox Regimental Colors Guards will begin the ceremony with a Revolutionary War period color guard followed by the laying of the wreaths. Morris Berry-St. George will be the guest speaker this year. His talk will focus on Knox's life after his service to our country. 

CUSHING — The Washington Grunge, in partnership with Georges River Land Trust and Midcoast Conservancy, presents Welcoming Walkabouts, a hiking series for LGBTQIA+ community members at various trails throughout the Midcoast. LGBTQIA+ community members, along with their allies, are invited to explore the preserve’s woodland, riverside trails and connect with new and familiar friends.

Join in on the next Welcoming Walkabout on Sunday, July 19, at 10 a.m., at Georges River Land Trust’s Cross Cushing Nature Preserve.

Founded in 2001, Peace Ridge Sanctuary (PRS) has been dedicated to rescuing neglected and abused animals for 25 years, according to PRS, in a news release. 

CAMDEN — John Fromer will lead a walk to Fairy Village at Merryspring Nature Center on Friday, July 17, at 10 a.m.

Participants may collect items along the way to help construct and/or adorn tiny homes for forest dwellers in the village, according to Merryspring, in a news release. Only materials on the ground may be used, no live plant parts.

"Merryspring will supply building tips and supplies, you supply the creativity," said Merryspring.

BELFAST — The 5th Annual Bryan’s Ride hits the road on Saturday, July 25, 2026, and this year’s event is shaping up to be the biggest and best yet, according to organizers, in a news release.

Bryan’s Ride is held in honor and loving memory of Bryan Lee William Totman, who passed away in a tragic accident in July 2021 at just 9 years old. Bryan loved science and math, and he attended the Challenger Learning Center of Maine’s Astronaut Camp the week before he passed – coming home each day bursting with excitement to share everything he’d learned.

The Opera House at Boothbay Harbor is delighted to welcome back pianist and composer Arsentiy Kharitonov on Saturday, July 11. Originally hailing from St. Petersburg but a longtime resident of the US,  he is a first-prize winner of the Franz Liszt International Piano Competition. After winning the Rachmaninov Competition as a young musician in Russia, he began his concert career with engagements throughout Europe, and now the USA.

The Warren Historical Society's July program will be held July 7, at 9 a.m. A Demonstration and Talk on Replenishing Hanging Pots by Jan MacDonald, at Barley Jo Green Houses, 1097 Camden Rd., Warren.

The Searsmont Town Library Book & Bake Sale is happening Saturday, July 18, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., rain or shine, in the Searsmont Community Center.

"There will be deftly organized oodles of books," said the Library, in a news release.

There will be freshly made baked goods and a Grandma's Attic, organized by the local chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, benefiting the professional and personal growth of Maine women in education.

CAMDEN, Maine — The Camden Area Business Group is hosting Camden's annual Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration on Saturday, July 4.

The fireworks display will begin at 9 p.m., launching from the Curtis Island barge location and illuminating Camden Harbor in one of Midcoast Maine's most anticipated Independence Day traditions, said the Group, in a June 30 news release.

Spectators are encouraged to enjoy the show from a variety of public viewing locations, including Camden Harbor Park, Camden Public Landing, Steamboat Landing, Laite Beach, and Lyman Morse boardwalk.

Due to expected warm temperatures, the Union Town Office Meeting Room, located at the back of the building at 567 Common Road, will serve as a Cooling Center on Wednesday and Thursday, July 1-2, 2026, from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Visitors will have access to:

Air conditioning

Seating

Restrooms

Mushrooming author and teacher Greg Marley will lead an indoor presentation on "Foraging for 'Foolproof' Edible Mushrooms," Tuesday, July 21, at 12 pm., at Merryspring Nature Center.

Saturday, July 11