Science, Ahoy! Dive Into Marine Science at the Dorcas Library
Dorcas Library 28 Main St, Gouldsboro, Maine, United StatesJoin us for a morning of marine-themed crafts, read-alouds, and more at the Dorcas Library. Bring your sense of adventure and be ready to explore the ocean through art and science! Complimentary snacks and hot cocoa will be provided. Science, Ahoy! is a free, collaborative event between Schoodic Institute and the Dorcas Library. We invite…
Science, Ahoy! Dive Into Marine Science at the Ellsworth Public Library
Ellsworth Public Library 20 State St, Ellsworth, United StatesJoin us for a morning of marine-themed crafts, read-alouds, and more at the Ellsworth Public Library. Bring your sense of adventure and be ready to explore the ocean through art and science! Complimentary snacks and hot cocoa will be provided. Science, Ahoy! is a free, collaborative event between Schoodic Institute and the Ellsworth Public Library.…
Finding Acadia’s Early Birds: A Special Maine Birding Excursion
Schoodic InstituteFinding Acadia’s Early Birds: A Special Maine Birding Excursion May 17th - 20th, 2023 Schoodic Institute’s bird ecology director Seth Benz will lead this special tour designed to enhance your enjoyment of all birds, especially those that frequent Acadia National Park and its immediate surroundings. Be among the first to see and hear colorful wood…
Schoodic Chamber of Commerce Trade Day
The Schoodic Area Chamber of Commerce is making plans for Trade Day (Downeast Longest Yard Sale) on May 20, 2023. Selling and finding those special bargains makes the day fun for everyone. Please make your preparations for your own yard sale and help make this a worthwhile event. Start your day with a blueberry pancake…
2023 Goldstein Lecture featuring Ira Flatow – Keeping Up With The Pace: How Are We Responding To Change?
Schoodic InstituteWhen it comes to our climate, too often our focus is on what has happened in the past or what might happen in the future; however, communities across the globe are experiencing dramatic changes right now. Here in Acadia, we are dealing with hotter temperatures, rising sea level, and increasing storm frequency and intensity. On…
Works of Hand Annual Open House
Works of Hand 424 Main St. (Opposite Hammond Hall), Winter Harbor, ME, United StatesAnnual Open House Sunday, August 6th, 2023 4:00 ~ 6:00 pm Bring family & friends to enjoy an afternoon of music, books, food and community. Our Special Guests: Live music from area’s favorite, Diana Quinn. Book signings by Michelle Shores – Maine author of A Gathering Room, an historical novel about the documented ghost who…
Whale Culture with Brian Skerry
Schoodic InstituteJoin us (in-person or online) on Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at 7:00pm for a special evening lecture and elective welcome reception with photojournalist, film producer, and storyteller Brian Skerry. Brian Skerry has spent the past 25 years exploring the world’s oceans as a National Geographic magazine photographer and film producer. His most recent work focuses…
Roy Germon and James Groleau Celebration!
Littlefield Gallery 145 Main Street, Winter Harbor, ME, United StatesCelebrating 15 years with Littlefield Gallery! Roy's and James's paintings and collage can be seen daily through September 10 Reception with the artists Saturday, August 26, 4-6 Please join us!
Maine’s Bold Coast: Schoodic to Head Harbor Passage
Schoodic InstituteMaine’s Downeast region is ideal for exploring the quieter reaches of Acadia National Park, spruce-bordered rocky headlands, nearby blueberry barrens, and diverse hotspots on the preserved lands of coastal Washington County. Join Schoodic Institute’s bird ecology director Seth Benz on this exciting bird tour and experience the excellent birding Downeast Maine has to offer! This…
The Elemental Landscape: Plein-Air Painting with Philip Frey
Schoodic InstituteWith the beautiful landscapes of Acadia National Park and Schoodic Peninsula as inspiration, artist Philip Frey presents a workshop for dedicated painters with intermediate and advanced skills. He will offer pivotal lessons designed to further develop your skill, clarify your artistic vision and enhance your creativity as a painter. This ongoing process is deepened by…
Don Best, Sarah Faragher, and Scott Baltz Celebration
Littlefield Gallery 145 Main Street, Winter Harbor, ME, United StatesFeaturing: Don Best, Sarah Faragher, Scott Baltz September 11 - October 9 at Littlefield Gallery. Come join us!
Music and Nature Reflections with Hawk Henries
Schoodic InstituteJoin us at Schoodic Institute (in-person or online) on Tuesday, September 12th at 7:00pm for a special evening conversation and musical performance with Hawk Henries. Hawk is a renowned musician and flute maker. As one of a relatively small number of Native flute makers who continue in the tradition of using only hand tools and fire, Hawk’s work embodies his commitment to the revitalization and preservation of these skills.