2025 Sea & Sky at Acadia National Park with Carol Douglas

Transform your plein air painting skills in this week-long oil, acrylic, pastel, and watercolor workshop on the coast of Maine at Schoodic Institute. Includes a day trip to Corea, ME. Meals and accommodations at Schoodic Institute included. Workshop aimed at refining personal technique. Carol Douglas has 20 years' experience. One-week workshop is $1,818 (includes five…

Schoodic Arts for All: Jumpstart to Drawing with Mary Laury

An introductory workshop designed by Schoodic Arts for All for individuals looking to begin or improve their drawing skills, led by artist Mary Laury. This class will cover fundamental techniques and approaches to drawing in a supportive environment.

16th Annual Schoodic Bike Ride

Join Schoodic Arts for All for the 16th Annual Schoodic Bike Ride. This popular community event offers a chance to enjoy the natural beauty of the Schoodic area on scenic routes around the Schoodic Peninsula. Fun for various skill levels. Often includes different route options.

Schoodic Arts for All: Visual Arts Camp

A camp experience presented by Schoodic Arts for All, focused on developing skills and creativity in various visual arts disciplines. Participants will explore different mediums and techniques such as painting, drawing, sculpture, or mixed media, under the guidance of experienced instructors. Designed to be fun and inspiring for young artists. (End Date: Duration TBD, check…

Schoodic Arts for All: Theater Arts Camp

A camp designed by Schoodic Arts for All to introduce and develop skills in various aspects of theater arts, including acting, improvisation, voice, movement, and potentially stagecraft. A fun and engaging experience for aspiring young thespians, culminating in a possible showcase. (End Date: Duration TBD, check SAFA website; End Time: Specific times TBD)

Schoodic Arts Festival

The Schoodic Arts Festival is a vibrant multi-week celebration of the arts held each summer in Winter Harbor and the surrounding Schoodic Peninsula. It features an extensive schedule of daily workshops across diverse disciplines (visual arts, crafts, performance arts). Evenings are filled with concerts, theatrical performances, and lectures. A children's art tent provides creative activities.…

2025 Painting Retreat in Acadia with Philip Frey

Plein air painting retreat for dedicated landscape painters. Held in Acadia National Park and Schoodic Peninsula. Led by artist Philip Frey. Daily on-site painting, afternoon demo/critique. Commuter: $1,175; Residential: $1,740 (includes lodging, meals). Applicants need plein-air experience and drawing proficiency (intermediate). Registration deadline June 1, 2025.

Join The Discussion About Racism

Porter Memorial Library in Machias will host a virtual book discussion about racism, facilitated by Elizabeth Sprague, and sponsored by Maine Humanities Council. The virtual book group is scheduled to meet via Zoom on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 7:30 p.m. starting February 23 and continuing through March 16. Adults and teens are encouraged to…

From Ideas to Reality

Work with Washington County Leadership Institute (WCLI) alums and local experts to learn how all pieces of Washington County's economic web connect. Meetings are held on the 4th Thursday of each month, 10am-noon. Go to www.washingtoncountyleadership.org for an application. For more information: 207-255-0983.

Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing) Immersion Class

REGISTER BY FEB. 23rd WITH RSU24:https://rsu24.maineadulted.org/course/shinrin-yoku-forest-bathing-immersion-class/ Each class shall feature a new location of Virtual Shinrin Yoku in and around Acadia National Park. Participants shall learn the Health Benefits of Being Touched by Nature, through the standard sequence of Forest Bathing. Please enjoy a 5 minute DOSE of Park RX by Energy Elements: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-9fV3nN1FY&t=77s&ab_channel=EnergyElements%3ADistanceHealingSessions **********************************************************************…

Join The Discussion About Racism

Porter Memorial Library in Machias will host a virtual book discussion about racism, facilitated by Elizabeth Sprague, and sponsored by Maine Humanities Council. The virtual book group is scheduled to meet via Zoom on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 7:30 p.m. starting February 23 and continuing through March 16. Adults and teens are encouraged to…

Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing) Immersion Class

REGISTER BY FEB. 23rd WITH RSU24:https://rsu24.maineadulted.org/course/shinrin-yoku-forest-bathing-immersion-class/ Each class shall feature a new location of Virtual Shinrin Yoku in and around Acadia National Park. Participants shall learn the Health Benefits of Being Touched by Nature, through the standard sequence of Forest Bathing. Please enjoy a 5 minute DOSE of Park RX by Energy Elements: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-9fV3nN1FY&t=77s&ab_channel=EnergyElements%3ADistanceHealingSessions **********************************************************************…