CULTUREPASS EVENTS

EAC’s ‘Festival of Ornaments,’ a trio of Zoom-based workshops for all ages, is being offered in the spirit of the center’s annual Festival of Trees, with deluxe materials kits available for participants, or detailed information available for those who’ll use their own materials from home.

First in the series will be Sara Myrick’s session on Sunday, November 29, at 2 pm. Sara will engage attendees in making a Tassel Tree Garland. The tassel trees featured on the simple and versatile 6-foot garland are in themselves a charming ornament, gift-topper, keychain, etc. In the garland project, they’ll be combined with wooden beads; crafters are encouraged to bring their own embellishments to the project to personalize the handmade decor.
Please note that while the activities are designed for participants of all ages, younger children will need an adult helper.
Materials kits (limited, and assembled with all Covid-19 precautions) are available from EAC: kits are $10 each, or with registration for all three of the sessions, participants pay $25 for all three kits. Registration deadline for each workshop is the Friday prior; materials pickup will take place the Saturday prior to each session from 11 am-noon at EAC. Those who’ll participate in all 3 workshop sessions may pick up all of their kits at once, on Saturday, November 28 from 11 am-noon.
Registrations should be made by email to Alison Brennan, EAC Education & Outreach Coordinator, at alison@eastportartscenter.org; Alison can also work with those interested in materials pickup arrangements in Calais and Baring.

The UNB Saint John faculty of arts is pleased to partner with St. Stephen's University to present a virtual screening of the documentary film 'Voices from the Barrens: Native People, Blueberries and Sovereignty'. The screening will be followed by a live panel discussion featuring Nancy Ghertner, Donald Soctomah, Brian J. Francis, and Brian Altvater.
This event is being hosted via Microsoft Teams and is open to all members of the UNB and SSU communities, as well as the general public. No registration required.
Access the virtual live event via the facebook event page. 

Learn more about the film here.

EAC is proud to announce the launch of Downeast Digital Zine Club, a program for Washington County teenagers that focuses on the production of a monthly publication. Young artists of all disciplines and skill levels are encouraged to participate. The club meets via Zoom with instructor, Mark Macey, Wednesdays from 3:30-5:00 pm.

Shop Local and Support Island Businesses, Crafters, Bakers and Charities!

Each location will have multiple vendors to ensure safe distancing for shoppers and sellers. Although the doors of the Campobello Gift House will be open to customers, we will also be posting and sharing all of the other island businesses through this event.
Shop in the comfort of your home and the vendors will deliver to your door with no contact to ensure we are all safe and healthy. We will post an all day online shopping event on the Campobello Gift House page! We will be posting links our regular vendors for their items as well.  

The 23rd Annual Lioness Christmas Parade is slated for Friday, December 4th. As in prior years, it will begin at the Dead River parking area, then proceed right through downtown Calais to Union Street.
Although Santa and Mrs. Claus won't be meeting with each child after the parade, kids will get to see them both in the parade, along with all the Lioness elves.
It's a great opportunity to shop locally as merchants all throughout town will be open with their Moonlight Madness sales and specials!
Want to take part in this great community tradition as a parade participant? It is free to enter, however, a parade application MUST be completed and returned by Thursday, Dec. 3rd--NO EXCEPTIONS. These will include special COVID guidelines that must be followed.

SATURDAY DECEMBER 5th 10am to 2pm our festive and elegant Christmas St. Andrews Farmers' Market HOSTED BY:
Algonquin Resort, Autograph Collection and will be held inside the Main Hotel.
We have a wide selection of: in season local produce, specialty foods, delicious Christmas home baking, wreaths, garlands, Christmas center pieces, Christmas trees, locally made unique handcrafted items and so much more! Perfect opportunity to purchase fresh veggies, tasty treats, home décor and gift items for the holidays.

The timeless classic told by one actor portraying more than 20 characters is visiting W C O'Neill Arena Complex Theater in Saint Andrews, NB. 

Presented in collaboration with the St. Andrews Arts Council.

Check out the facebook page for more information!