Duo from Prince Edward Island to Appear at EAC
Eastport Arts Center (EAC) 36 Washington Street, EastportWeekly events at the St. George Legion
Royal Canadian Legion Branch #38 4 Gillmor Street, St. GeorgeWeekly events at the St. George Legion
Royal Canadian Legion Branch #38 4 Gillmor Street, St. GeorgePaint Class with Theresa MacKnight
Sunbury Shores Arts and Nature Centre 139 Water Street, St. AndrewsRegister now for Silkscreen Workshop with Hope Rovelto
Cobscook Institute 10 Commissary Point Road, LubecRoller Disco in Saint Andrews hosted by Sunshine Rollers
W.C. O'Neill Arena 24 Reed Ave, St. AndrewsWeekly events at the St. George Legion
Royal Canadian Legion Branch #38 4 Gillmor Street, St. GeorgeEastport Arts Center Prize for Poetry seeks submissions
Online Event Anywhere you can connect to the internet, MEWeek of Events
Spring Birding Festival
Spring Birding Festival
The annual Down East Spring Birding Festival provides a unique birding experience during spring migration and the breeding season with guided hikes and boat tours, all led by local guides with local knowledge.
To celebrate our 20th Anniversary we are offering free registration for everyone under 20. Find out more about the event and register here.
Two Bays Poetry Pen-Pals
Two Bays Poetry Pen-Pals
Do you write poetry? Would you love getting the odd piece of mail through the post? Would you love exchanging a poem with a member of your community, chosen at random, every so often? Announcing Two Bays Poetry Pen-Pals: A Cobscook Bay and Bay of Fundy community art and poetry project coordinated from Pembroke, Maine.
Mail a poem written by you to Two Bays Poetry Pen-Pals and receive a poem from another community member in return! The poem sent to you will be selected at random, and will be authored by another poet from the Two Bays Region, including Nova Scotia; PEI; Washington County, Maine; and New Brunswick! View the details on our Facebook page, or send us an email: twobayspoetrypenpals@gmail.com!
Sign up now to ‘Be in a Band!’
Sign up now to ‘Be in a Band!’
Be in a Band! with Hayden Wiebe - this St. Stephen-based workshop for 10-13 year olds and 14-17 year olds teaches the ins and outs of playing, composing, and recording music as a band. Runs from July 17-21. Maximum of six students per session.
Sign up by emailing student's name, age, course name, and parent/guardian contact info to jan@standrewsartscouncil.org. $150 for the week.
Marty Saccone: Coastal Remoteness Down East
Marty Saccone: Coastal Remoteness Down East
Enjoy photographer Marty Saccone's work at the Bar Harbor Bank & Trust (68 Washington Street) and at the Lyons Market Grocery Store (82 Washington Street). Both buildings have ongoing exhibits.
See more by Marty online.
Dive Deeper
Dive Deeper
Come and dive into the Quoddy region! Dive Deeper is a virtual exhibit exploring the Quoddy region of the Bay of Fundy, presented by the Huntsman Marine Science Centre.
Visit it anytime for close up videos, maps, and more!
Poets at the Window at Sunbury Shores
Poets at the Window at Sunbury Shores
Sunbury Shores is creating a window installation for displaying local poetry! Submit your poem to info@sunburyshores.org and we will select a collection to print for the public to enjoy! If you are looking for inspiration to get going, might we suggest the following: Create short phrases in your poetry that reach out to people as they pass; comfort them, make them think, share a thought that's stuck with you; or make poems that jump into people's pockets as they carry on through their day.
Volunteers Wanted at Campobello Museum
Volunteers Wanted at Campobello Museum
Campobello Museum is in the process of reinventing itself and would like to invite you to volunteer with us and help us make a difference in our community. Help us preserve and celebrate our heritage and showcase the importance of our Small Island with a Big History!
If you have a few hours a week and would like to join our dynamic team, please contact us at: 506-752-7082 or email us at: campobelloislandmuseum@gmail.com or come on in and see us in person!
Sign up now for Drama for Youth
Sign up now for Drama for Youth
Sign up online by July 6 for the spirited and lively Drama for Youth (ages 11-14) course July 31-August 4, 1 pm-4 pm. Directed by Ron Kelly Spurles and taught by Mount Allison University Theatre students, this very popular course is held at NBCC/St. Andrews campus.
Sign up by emailing child's name, age, course name, parent's contact info to Jan Mulder: jan@standrewsartscouncil.org. $75 a week.
Basket Raffle to support Community Meals
Basket Raffle to support Community Meals
Support the new and ongoing Free Community Meals project at the Hub in St. George by purchasing tickets to win this basket full of goodies like jewelry, Kate Spade Purse, essential oils, teas, a gorgeous cutting board, soaps, candle and so much more.
Message Faith Avery to purchase tickets; etransfers accepted at faith.e.avery@gmail.com. Drawing June 1.
Register now for Run Eastport
Register now for Run Eastport
Run or Run/Walk or Walk the Charles E Davis Independence Run on July 2 as part of the Eastport July 4th festivities! Participate in the second oldest road race in the State of Maine. Do the 7 miles from Perry Corner to Eastport or 4 miles walk from Carlow Island to Eastport.
Register the easy way here or register at Shead HS on July 2 between 7:30 and 8:30 am. For more information contact email pkrajewski3@yahoo.com
Sign up now to be in the Canada Day Parade
Sign up now to be in the Canada Day Parade
It's almost that time again!
If you are interested in putting a float in this years Canada Day Parade on July 1 in St. Andrews, please contact Trudy Fitzgerald at 506-469-4209 or trudyfitz@bellaliant.net.
Register now for Charlotte County Fall Fair
Register now for Charlotte County Fall Fair
Area vendors, artists, and craftspeople are invited to register for a booth at the Charlotte County Fall Fair (September 16-17). If you register by July 15, you'll get an early bird discount ($40 rather than $50).
Contact Ganongnaturepark@gmail.com or 506-467-9905 to register.
The Second Annual 5 Minute Play in a Week Playwriting Competition
The Second Annual 5 Minute Play in a Week Playwriting Competition
This summer the St Andrews Arts Council is presenting the Second Annual Old Sow Theatre Festival. The Festival includes performances of plays and staged readings - including planned performances of up to 5 of our "The 5 Minute Play in a Week Playwriting Competition" winning scripts. We are accepting scripts for new or unproduced short plays that have a connection to the sea or the Maritime Provinces. Cast limit of 4 people. The 5 winning entries will be performed in St. Andrews in July. Each winning playwright will receive $100.
Script submission deadline is May 30. For questions or to submit a script: oldsowfestival@gmail.com
Eastport Gallery Virtual Show
Eastport Gallery Virtual Show
Enjoy a spring and summer filled virtual show from the Eastport Gallery, now live on their website. The works are pulled from the gallery's roster of 21 artists, some of which are new to the gallery (shown: Spring Blooms by Alice Chen).
See the virtual exhibit here.
Paint Class with Theresa MacKnight
Paint Class with Theresa MacKnight
In honour of artist Jay Dampf, a long-time instructor at Sunbury Shores, this class is an opportunity for his students to meet as they so often have, to share dedicated time for their practice, and to receive individual guidance and assistance from artist and teacher, Theresa MacKnight.
Register here by June 24, course runs July 3-7.
Register now for Silkscreen Workshop with Hope Rovelto
Register now for Silkscreen Workshop with Hope Rovelto
The class is a hands-on introduction to screen printing using a photo emulsion process with founder of Little Chair Printing. This workshop will examine the relationship between words and images. Working from the prompt, “What positive message do you want to send to your community?”
Read more and sign up here.
Music for Children auditions underway
Music for Children auditions underway
The Eastport Arts Center’s Music for Children program is seeking young performers for a musical production of YOU CAN’T SIT HERE—A Children’s Opera, with music by Gregory Biss and script and lyrics by Catherine J.S. Lee, to be performed in October of 2023. Roles are available for young people who can portray 6th or 7th graders. This is a musical and all parts will involve singing; all experience levels are welcome to audition.
For more information, or to arrange an audition, please email musicforchildren@eastportartscenter.org.
Volunteers Wanted for Maine Owl Pellet Project
Volunteers Wanted for Maine Owl Pellet Project
The Maine Owl Pellet Project wants you! The project is hoping to engage as many outdoors people as they can to increase the number of eyes on the lookout for owl pellets on the ground in Maine. In doing so, we can discover more about the fascinating world of owls, their prey, and the ecosystems they call home.
Find the instructions and more volunteer opportunities here.
Sign up now for the Bold Coast Variety Show
Sign up now for the Bold Coast Variety Show
Show off your talents at the Bold Coast Variety Show and potluck on August 6, 12-3 pm! Have a special talent you've been waiting to perform? Music, dance, acrobatics, spoken word, skits, and more - we want to see it all!
Best act will receive a grand prize; all acts will receive a prize. Deadline to sign up is June 30. Send your name, address, phone, and act details to boldcoastvariety@gmail.com.
Pottery Open Studio
Pottery Open Studio
Cobscook Institute offers open studio pottery time for $10 an hour for past pottery students and anyone with basic clay experience.
You can sign up for a time slot using this form. If you haven't used the studio before, you'll be required to complete a studio orientation. For help, contact Michelle Cousineau at 207-255-7246 or email michelle@cobscookinstitute.org.
Two Bays Poetry Pen-Pals
Two Bays Poetry Pen-Pals
Do you write poetry? Would you love getting the odd piece of mail through the post? Would you love exchanging a poem with a member of your community, chosen at random, every so often? Announcing Two Bays Poetry Pen-Pals: A Cobscook Bay and Bay of Fundy community art and poetry project coordinated from Pembroke, Maine.
Mail a poem written by you to Two Bays Poetry Pen-Pals and receive a poem from another community member in return! The poem sent to you will be selected at random, and will be authored by another poet from the Two Bays Region, including Nova Scotia; PEI; Washington County, Maine; and New Brunswick! View the details on our Facebook page, or send us an email: twobayspoetrypenpals@gmail.com!
Eastport Arts Center Prize for Poetry seeks submissions
Eastport Arts Center Prize for Poetry seeks submissions
The EAC Prize for Poetry, an open contest, will run April 1-June 30. Submissions of original and unpublished poems are welcomed by youth and adult writers on two general themes: ‘The Sea’ and ‘The Woods.’ Winners will be announced on August 26; winning selections will be published in a hard copy magazine format, as well as online via the Arts Center’s website. $1000 in prizes plus other perks will be awarded for the selected poems.
Detailed submission guidelines, contest rules and prize information may be found at https://www.eac-prize-for-poetry.org.
Poets at the Window at Sunbury Shores
Poets at the Window at Sunbury Shores
Sunbury Shores is creating a window installation for displaying local poetry! Submit your poem to info@sunburyshores.org and we will select a collection to print for the public to enjoy! If you are looking for inspiration to get going, might we suggest the following: Create short phrases in your poetry that reach out to people as they pass; comfort them, make them think, share a thought that's stuck with you; or make poems that jump into people's pockets as they carry on through their day.
Bold Coast Runners
Bold Coast Runners
The Bold Coast Runners invite you on weekly excursions around Downeast Maine and the Maritimes, with runners of all capabilities welcomed to join. Run venues vary weekly and range from 1 mile to 50 miles, from smooth tar to rugged single track.
Runs are typically held on Sundays starting at 7:00 am. Click here to find out what the scheduled run is each week and for contact information.
Blacks Harbour Jam
Blacks Harbour Jam
Every Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 pm, come to the Stella Maris Community Hall in Beaver Harbour (837 Main St) for the Blacks Harbour jam. Musicians and singers of all capacities are invited to come and join in the fun - or just come to listen and kick up your heels.
Duo from Prince Edward Island to Appear at EAC
Duo from Prince Edward Island to Appear at EAC
The Eastport Arts Center will welcome Prince Edward Island-based musicians Cynthia MacLeod and Gordon Belsher to the stage for a concert on Sunday, May 28 at 7 pm. Tickets $20; attendees 17 and under, free of charge.
Eastport Arts Center abides by the State of Maine CDC COVID guidelines, revisiting our policy monthly. At this time, the use of masks in our building is optional.
Waponahki Student Art Show
Waponahki Student Art Show
Abbe Museum is thrilled to announce the return of the Waponahki Student Art Show for the month of May! This is the 22nd year of the exhibition. The exhibition is the result of the strong collaborative spirit of various organizations and institutions devoted to promoting art education and celebrating Waponahki culture.
Plan your visit today! With questions, call 207-288-3519 or email info@abbemuseum.org.
Kenny Harris: Envisivivarium
Kenny Harris: Envisivivarium
Washington Street Gallery will host Envisivivarium, an exhibition by Kenny Harris, from May 15-June 25. Harris’ works examine the cultural and psychological connectivity of mythology through whimsical, graphic, and figurative forms.
Washington Street Gallery is open Wednesdays and Thursdays, 1-3:30 pm, during EAC events, or by chance or appointment (handicap accessible). Please email wsg@eastportartscenter.org to inquire about viewing the show. EAC abides by State of Maine CDC COVID guidelines, revisiting our policy monthly. At this time, EAC encourages people to wear masks when in our building.
Big Book Drive
Big Book Drive
It's time for the Big Book Drive in St. Andrews, sponsored by Big Brothers Big Sisters! Bring your gently used or new books to the CYAC parking lot on May 29 (3-7 pm), June 10 (10 am-3 pm), and July 17 (3-7 pm).
No textbooks, encyclopedias, or magazines accepted. Please be considerate of odor, stains, missing pages, etc.
Beat the Feet/Indoor walking
Beat the Feet/Indoor walking
Head to the Eastern Charlotte Lions Club every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday for some indoor walking starting at 5:30 pm. Bring your walking shoes, hang your coat and leave your boots in entryway. Enjoy a coffee and chatting with friends.
Membership $10/week plus bring a non perishable food item.
Weekly events at the St. George Legion
Weekly events at the St. George Legion
The St. George Royal Canadian Branch 38 holds weekly events and the community is invited. On Monday, TOPS is held at 6:00 pm; contact Jimmy at 755-6042 for Cribbage Monday Nights. On Tuesdays, doors open for BINGO at 5:00 pm; early bird game starts at 6:30 and the regular game is on at 7:00. Every Friday night is Seniors Cards party, call Jimmy for more info.
EAC to Host Biweekly Writers Group
EAC to Host Biweekly Writers Group
A writers’ group for people seeking help and constructive input on their in-progress work is scheduled to kick off Monday, February 6, at the Eastport Arts Center. The group, led by published author Catherine J.S. Lee and retired writing teacher Paula Horvath, will meet every other Monday beginning at 6:30 pm at the Center for about two hours. Suggested donation of $5/session; sliding fee scale is available by request (no one turned away). To get involved, email writers@eastportartscenter.org with an introduction and a bit about your current work.
EAC is handicapped-accessible and abides by State of Maine CDC COVID guidelines. Additionally, at this time, the EAC encourages people to wear masks when in our building.
Li’l Kids Art Show
Li’l Kids Art Show
An exhibition celebrating the works by pre-kindergarten through grade 4 students from Charlotte, Pembroke, Perry and Sipayik schools will take place in the second-floor Community Room at Pembroke Library.
will be open the entire month of May during regular library hours: Tues 9 am-12 noon and 3-5 pm; Wed 3-5 pm; Thurs 9 am-12 noon; Fri 3-5 pm; Sat 9 am-12 noon. There will be a reception on Friday evening, May 5 from 5-7 pm.
May Art Exhibit: Noah Beisel
May Art Exhibit: Noah Beisel
Artist Noah Beisel will be featured at Lubec Memorial Library through the month of May.
See more of Noah's unusual wearable art and more on his website.
Writing Group at Sunbury Shores
Writing Group at Sunbury Shores
Sunbury Shores is pleased to announce an ongoing online writing group that will be meeting the second and fourth Tuesday of each month via Zoom. On the second Tuesday of each month, the group will meet from 10:00 to 11:30 am; on the fourth Tuesday, it will meet from 7:00 to 8:30 pm.
This is a free to attend group. Email info@sunburyshores.com to sign up and receive the Zoom link.
Beat the Feet/Indoor walking
Beat the Feet/Indoor walking
Head to the Eastern Charlotte Lions Club every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday for some indoor walking starting at 5:30 pm. Bring your walking shoes, hang your coat and leave your boots in entryway. Enjoy a coffee and chatting with friends.
Membership $10/week plus bring a non perishable food item.
Weekly events at the St. George Legion
Weekly events at the St. George Legion
The St. George Royal Canadian Branch 38 holds weekly events and the community is invited. On Monday, TOPS is held at 6:00 pm; contact Jimmy at 755-6042 for Cribbage Monday Nights. On Tuesdays, doors open for BINGO at 5:00 pm; early bird game starts at 6:30 and the regular game is on at 7:00. Every Friday night is Seniors Cards party, call Jimmy for more info.
Y Kids Outdoor Fun
Y Kids Outdoor Fun
Bring your children (ages 2-5) to the Magaguadavic Place on Thursdays from 9 am to 10:30 pm from May 25-June 15 for Y Kids Outdoor Fun! Arts and crafts, science experiments, mini games, and fun on the playground.
Weather permitting. $2 cost. For more info: k.fillmore@saintjohny.ca
Peter Powning: A Retrospective
Peter Powning: A Retrospective
"Peter Powning: A Retrospective" opens Thursday, June 1 at the Tides Institute (43 Water Street). The exhibition features 23 works by renown New Brunswick visual artist, Peter Powning (https://www.powning.com/peter/) and showcases the diverse range of forms and materials in Powning’s art. Drawn from a larger Powning exhibition that was held at the Beaverbrook Art Gallery in Fredericton, New Brunswick in the past year, the Powning works are on loan from the Beaverbrook Art Gallery. In 2006, Powning received the Saidye Bronfman Award from the Canada Council for the Arts, the highest distinction for excellence in fine craft in Canada.
Gallery hours beginning June 1 are Wednesday through Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm. An accompanying catalogue of Powning's works is also available for purchase.
Networking Lunch
Networking Lunch
Join us at the Hub every Thursday at noon for a Networking Lunch. This is a time to connect and share ideas of upcoming community events and projects!
Bring your own lunch.
Disability Awareness Barbecue
Disability Awareness Barbecue
The Community Living Center is hosting a Disability Awareness Week BBQ at Repeat Boutique, St. George (124 Main Street) on June 1 from 12 pm- 1 pm.
The BBQ will be by donation and we hope everyone can come celebrate.
Beat the Feet/Indoor walking
Beat the Feet/Indoor walking
Head to the Eastern Charlotte Lions Club every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday for some indoor walking starting at 5:30 pm. Bring your walking shoes, hang your coat and leave your boots in entryway. Enjoy a coffee and chatting with friends.
Membership $10/week plus bring a non perishable food item.
Pool Tournaments at the Old Sow Grill
Pool Tournaments at the Old Sow Grill
The Old Sow Grill in Eastport invites area pool and billiards fans to participate in a pool tournament organized at the restaurant each Thursday starting at 7:00 pm.
Entry fee is $5. Come enjoy the casual social setting and have a bite to eat if it suits you.
AC/DC Tribute Show
AC/DC Tribute Show
The world's longest touring tribute to Ac/DC is back! Come and see the Hells/Bells on stage June 1 starting at 7:30 pm at the Imperial Theatre.
Tickets here.
Friday Play Group
Friday Play Group
Join Cobscook Institute for a morning of child-directed free play starting February 3 and continuing on Fridays from 10 am - 12 pm. Start the morning outside to get big energy out, and then step inside the “warming hut” for a cup of tea or cocoa (bring your own snacks). Indoor activities and free play conclude the morning.
Find out more here.
Community Kitchen Lunch
Community Kitchen Lunch
Community Kitchen Lunches will resume on January 6. Enjoy a complimentary noon meal, chat with your neighbours, and make new friends! All are welcome.
These meals will run on Fridays from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Anglican Parish Hall (75 King Street). Eat in or take out, delivery within town limits available. All meals are free; donations welcome.
Weekly Knitting Circle
Weekly Knitting Circle
Done Roving Yarns in Calais (487 North Street) holds a weekly knitting circle on Fridays from 1:00 to 3:00. Host Paula Graham Farrar leads the group.
Click here to learn more about Done Roving Yarns and see other ongoing fabric crafting activities held on a regular basis, or call Paula at 207-454-8148.
First Friday Game Night
First Friday Game Night
Cobscook Institute is thrilled to open our Dining Room every First Friday for our new monthly game night! Some board games provided, please bring games you would like to share with others. We expect there will be a tabletop Role Playing Game underway each night and encourage folks to bring their Magic cards or whatever game they like.
Includes spaghetti and marina sauce (bring potluck to accompany it). Please reach out to Annie Hopkins with questions.
First Friday Art&Play
First Friday Art&Play
Enjoy an evening of live music & free play on the river at Bad Little Falls Park every first Friday starting June 2 until September 1. We'll have our usual assortment of loose parts available for open-ended play. We also plan to experiment with some cardboard construction, paint play, zine making & puppetry, depending on the day.
All tools and materials will be provided. Suitable for children of all ages & abilities with a caregiver.
Pride Potluck at Whole Life
Pride Potluck at Whole Life
First Friday Pride Potluck at Whole Life!
🏳️🌈 We're hosting our FIRST Pride Potluck! 🏳️🌈
On February 3rd at 4 pm, we will be opening our doors for members of the LGBTQ+ community to connect, enjoy some games, and share homemade dishes.
This event is open to all! Please bring a dish to share! 🫶
This monthly potluck will be held on the first Friday of each month at Whole Life Natural Market.
Roller Disco in Saint Andrews hosted by Sunshine Rollers
Roller Disco in Saint Andrews hosted by Sunshine Rollers
Sunshine Rollers is returning for a roller disco on June 2 from 5-10 pm at the W.C. O'Neill Arena Complex!
General admission is $12+hst for adults or $8+hst for 12 and under. Rental skates are $8+hst. You must bring your own helmet for children 12 and under.
Exhibition openings: Time Flies! So Have Fun! and Wonder
Exhibition openings: Time Flies! So Have Fun! and Wonder
Time Flies! So Have Fun!, an exhibition of pop-up books by Mary Conley (picture shown) and Wonder, an exhibition of paper engineering by I-Chun Jenkins will both be opening on May 19 at Sunbury Shores Arts & Nature Centre from 5-7 pm.
Click here for more info. Ends June 16.
Weekly events at the St. George Legion
Weekly events at the St. George Legion
The St. George Royal Canadian Branch 38 holds weekly events and the community is invited. On Monday, TOPS is held at 6:00 pm; contact Jimmy at 755-6042 for Cribbage Monday Nights. On Tuesdays, doors open for BINGO at 5:00 pm; early bird game starts at 6:30 and the regular game is on at 7:00. Every Friday night is Seniors Cards party, call Jimmy for more info.
PBSO: Finale Fantastique
PBSO: Finale Fantastique
The Passamaquoddy Bay Symphony Orchestra will present Finale Fantastique on Friday, June 2 at Eastport Arts Center (7 pm), Saturday, June 3 at Centre Street Congregational Church in Machias (3 pm), and Sunday, June 4 at Sunrise Opportunities in Calais (3 pm). The program features Phillip Silver playing the Mozart Piano Concerto in Bb Major, Symphonie fantastique by Hector Berlioz, and the world premiere of A Short Overture composed by Ketil Hvoslef specifically for PBSO.
Suggested donation is $15; students will be admitted free of charge. No one will be turned away. PBSO is a proud member of Eastport Arts Center; additional information may be found at eastportartscenter.org.
Rotary Roadside Cleanup
Rotary Roadside Cleanup
Join local Rotarians to clean up Route 1 from the Milltown Playground (483 North Street) north through Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge to the Baring Town Line. The cleanup runs from 8 am to 12 pm.
Work gloves, trash bags, safety vests, and trash grabbers provided. Stay for a complimentary pizza picnic, courtesy of Jo's Diner and St. Croix Calais Rotary!
Yard and Plant Sale
Yard and Plant Sale
There will be a Yard and Plant Sale on June 3 from 8 am to 12 pm at 18 Marsh Lane.
Proceeds benefit the curling club.
Area Wide Yard Sale
Area Wide Yard Sale
Open your garage doors, pull out your tables, and get your little stickers ready. It is time for the annual yard sale, and this year it is super-sized.
For more information (and location list) read the full post here: http://easterncharlotte.ca/2023/04/area-wide-yard-sale/
ATV Poker Run
ATV Poker Run
ATV Poker Run starting at Pennfield Lions Club. This is a fundraiser for Keith Gullison, who was diagnosed with cancer.
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Runs June 3, 9 am to 3 pm.
Plant Sale in Triangle Park
Plant Sale in Triangle Park
The CDRC invites you to its annual plant sale in Triangle Park on June 3 from 9 am to 12 pm, featuring plants by everyone's favorite gardener, Jane Eaton!
All sales benefit CDRC.
Benefit BBQ to support free community meals
Benefit BBQ to support free community meals
Come and join Eastern Charlotte Community Kitchen for a benefit barbecue on June 3 from 10 am to 1 pm. Fried dough, hot dogs, chicken burgers, and hamburgers!
All proceeds will support the free community meals project.
Community Market Grand Manan
Community Market Grand Manan
The Community Market of Grand Manan is running on March 25 and continuing twice a month in April (8, 22), May (6, 30), and June (3,17). Come and see what's available at the Community Centre on from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Contact Josh Brown, Susan Ballantyne, or Heather Brown with any inquiries.
Family Farmer’s Market at C&E Community Feeds
Family Farmer’s Market at C&E Community Feeds
C&E Feeds is hosting a potentially huge farm sale/market in Calais ME. Dozens of vendors, one acre of nice grass field to work with and fresh water available as well as a beautiful feed store with grain, many amazing local made/grown products, hay and bedding available for sale! Plenty of parking space. All livestock is welcome, but please bring proper containment.
$10 a spot, contact Madison Dwyer or my farm page Goodnight Moon Farm.
Rhubarb Festival
Rhubarb Festival
The Rhubarb Festival is back for 2023! Come for live local music, plant sales, cooking and crust making demos, food and craft vendors, stalk eating competition, tasting table, art, poetry, and games, and more!
For more info and schedule, click here.
Water Fun Day
Water Fun Day
Summer is here! Come and enjoy a Water Fun Day at the Community Youth Activity Centre on June 3 from 2-10 pm.
Water fun from 2-4 pm, yard games from 4-6 pm, campfire, hot dog roast, and s'mores from 6-9 pm. Families are welcome. Please bring a towel and change of clothes.
PBSO: Finale Fantastique
PBSO: Finale Fantastique
The Passamaquoddy Bay Symphony Orchestra will present Finale Fantastique on Friday, June 2 at Eastport Arts Center (7 pm), Saturday, June 3 at Centre Street Congregational Church in Machias (3 pm), and Sunday, June 4 at Sunrise Opportunities in Calais (3 pm). The program features Phillip Silver playing the Mozart Piano Concerto in Bb Major, Symphonie fantastique by Hector Berlioz, and the world premiere of A Short Overture composed by Ketil Hvoslef specifically for PBSO.
Suggested donation is $15; students will be admitted free of charge. No one will be turned away. PBSO is a proud member of Eastport Arts Center; additional information may be found at eastportartscenter.org.
Eastport Gallery Invites All to Opening Reception
Eastport Gallery Invites All to Opening Reception
Eastport Gallery is excited to invite one and all to an opening reception for the season, 5-7 pm on Saturday, June 3! The gallery will be celebrating a fresh collection of local art from member artists, as well as showing off all the talent the Eastport area has to offer in the Annual Community Show.
The Eastport Gallery is located at 109 Water Street in Eastport’s historic downtown. Beginning in June, the Gallery is open Thursday through Monday, 11 am to 5 pm. Additional information, and a new Virtual Gallery exhibition, may be found at eastportgallery.com.