After School Arts for Kids (ages 6 to 14)

This six week program is held on Tuesdays for children ages 6 to 14. Each week we will explore different artists and art forms from around the world, as well as art history, all while creating our own unique artwork using a variety of materials. Experience painting, cer......More

This six week program is held on Tuesdays for children ages 6 to 14. Each week we will explore different artists and art forms from around the world, as well as art history, all while creating our own unique artwork using a variety of materials. Experience painting, ceramics, felting, and more! This class series exceed the National Standards for art education.

ArtWaves, Inc. 1345-A State Highway 102 Bar Harbor, ME 04609

Baby and Toddler Time

Join Abby for fingerplays, songs, and stories! Older siblings are welcome to join in.

Jesup Memorial Library

Baby and Toddler Time

Join Abby for fingerplays, songs, and stories! Older siblings are welcome to join in.

Jesup Memorial Library

Figure Drawing

Where the model is the star: a series of 20 minute poses with no instruction, but plenty of easels, supplies, tea, and friendly fellow artists. 18 and over; under 18 allowed with parental attendance.

ArtWaves 1345a State Hwy 102 Bar Harbor, ME 04609

Friends of Acadia Business AfterHours at Atlantic Brewing Midtown

Atlantic Brewing Midtown

Community Threads 2026

Join the Bar Harbor Historical Society for a free community textiles event! See Contemporary and Historic Textiles, Quilts, Rugs Free Workshops and Lectures Free to All! Address: Bar Harbor Historical Society at La Rochelle 127 West Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609 To have ......More

Join the Bar Harbor Historical Society for a free community textiles event! See Contemporary and Historic Textiles, Quilts, Rugs Free Workshops and Lectures Free to All! Address: Bar Harbor Historical Society at La Rochelle 127 West Street, Bar Harbor, ME 04609 To have your textiles be part of the exhibition, contact [email protected] Sponsored by the Hattie A. and Fred C. Lynam Trust

Bar Harbor Historical Society at La Rochelle 127 West Street, Bar Harbor, ME

Paula Poundstone - Bar Harbor

Welcome to a night of sharp laughs with Paula Poundstone at the 1932 Criterion Theatre in Bar Harbor—one of Maine’s favorite spots for live entertainment. Catch **Paula Poundstone - Bar Harbor Bar Harbor** and settle in for an evening that feels tailor-made for locals a......More

Welcome to a night of sharp laughs with Paula Poundstone at the 1932 Criterion Theatre in Bar Harbor—one of Maine’s favorite spots for live entertainment. Catch **Paula Poundstone - Bar Harbor Bar Harbor** and settle in for an evening that feels tailor-made for locals and visitors alike. Paula’s comedy is all about quick wit, fearless curiosity, and that signature knack for turning everyday moments into brilliantly unexpected punchlines. Her crowd work and storytelling keep the room buzzing, because anything can happen and usually does. The historic theatre adds warmth and charm, right in the heart of town with easy walkability to nearby dining and waterfront views—perfect for making a full night of it. You’ll love the intimate sightlines and classic ambience. Make plans for Friday, May 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM, and book your seats now for **Paula Poundstone - Bar Harbor 1932 Criterion Theatre**—come laugh with us!

1932 Criterion Theatre

Figure Drawing - Long Pose (May)

Long Pose Figure Drawing Saturday, May 16th from 10:30 am - 1:30 pm We are reviving our long pose figure drawing sessions. Like our Thursday sessions, the long pose sessions will feature a live, nude model and there will be no drawing instruction provided. The session w......More

Long Pose Figure Drawing Saturday, May 16th from 10:30 am - 1:30 pm We are reviving our long pose figure drawing sessions. Like our Thursday sessions, the long pose sessions will feature a live, nude model and there will be no drawing instruction provided. The session will start with a series of gestural warm ups and then will feature a pose that spans the majority of the time, with the model taking a break about every 20 minutes. If you don't have supplies, feel free to use our easels, charcoal, and basic supplies. This session is for ages 18 and over, although under 18 artists are allowed with parental attendance! Drop-ins welcome! $20 per session.

ArtWaves Community Arts Center 1345-A ME-102 Bar Harbor, ME 04609

Family Climbing Night

Bring the whole family and experience the thrill of climbing together in a fun and supportive environment! Our state-of-the-art facility offers something for climbers of all ages and experience levels. If you’ve ever been curious about climbing with your family, but are......More

Bring the whole family and experience the thrill of climbing together in a fun and supportive environment! Our state-of-the-art facility offers something for climbers of all ages and experience levels. If you’ve ever been curious about climbing with your family, but aren’t sure where to start, we encourage you to join us for this event!

Volta Climbing Gym 8 Road Not Taken Trenton, Maine 04605

Baby and Toddler Time

Join Abby for fingerplays, songs, and stories! Older siblings are welcome to join in.

Jesup Memorial Library

Baby and Toddler Time

Join Abby for fingerplays, songs, and stories! Older siblings are welcome to join in.

Jesup Memorial Library

2026 Spring Birds of Acadia with Private Puffin Cruise

Schoodic Institute’s Seth Benz is joined by Holly Merker, founder of the Mindful Birding Network, to lead this leisurely tour designed to enhance your enjoyment of all birds. Be among the first to see and hear colorful wood warblers returning to Maine’s Acadia National ......More

Schoodic Institute’s Seth Benz is joined by Holly Merker, founder of the Mindful Birding Network, to lead this leisurely tour designed to enhance your enjoyment of all birds. Be among the first to see and hear colorful wood warblers returning to Maine’s Acadia National Park, and enjoy a private, chartered boat trip to Petit Manan Island to see an active Atlantic Puffin colony. We’ll move at a comfortable pace with an emphasis on enhancing your field birding skills and enjoyment of nature. The tour is based out of Schoodic Institute, a research and learning center, ideally situated just a stone’s throw from Schoodic Point, a migration passage that tallies tens of thousands of birds annually. Lodging is in cozy cabins where you will be awakened by the birdsong. Listen for Swainson’s Thrush, Blue-headed Vireo and Northern Parula to serenade your walk to the Institute’s dining hall. Maine has a way of spoiling birders – and Schoodic Institute’s Spring Birds of Acadia tour is designed to do just that! Registration is required. The program cost is $1,385 per participant. Space is limited so register quickly! Day 1: Check-in is at 3 pm. “Spring Birds” begins on the Schoodic Institute campus at 4:30 pm with introductions and orientation. The late afternoon will feature the start of field birding and a reception before dinner. Dinner is from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. An evening presentation on puffin restoration efforts provides preparation for tomorrow’s special boat trip to an active seabird colony. Day 2: Begins with an optional morning bird walk on campus before breakfast – think warblers! Breakfast is served from 7:00am to 8:00am in Schooner Commons. We’ll then head off campus for a day afield. First, traveling 40 minutes or so to the boat launch in Steuben for a 2-hour cruise to Petit Manan Island. This is our best chance to see Atlantic Puffin, Razorbill, Common Murre, and several tern species as we idle at the island, one of just 5 islands in Maine inhabited by Atlantic Puffin, thanks to historic restoration efforts. Seals and other wildlife are also possible. We’ll enjoy a field lunch at a picturesque community garden and bird-rich picnic spot, then travel to nearby blueberry barrens to look for an assortment of birds, including Upland Sandpiper, Vesper Sparrow, and Northern Harrier. We may stop for other birds we spot along the way. The after-dinner evening discussion will revolve around this day’s experience, and we’ll look at how to use eBird, Merlin, and how to develop one’s birdwatching toolkit. Day 3: Optional campus bird walk before breakfast. Afterward, we’ll spend the day investigating hotspots on the Schoodic side of Acadia National Park as well as other Downeast locations. We’ll return to campus by 5:00 pm for leisure time before our 6:00 pm dinner. Dinner this last night is your choice of lobster or a delicious alternative. Following dinner, we’ll review the day and complete a checklist review. Day 4: Starts with another optional before-breakfast bird walk. After breakfast, we’ll exercise the option of a culminating stroll to Schoodic Point or a short hike to a lookout along the Sundew Trail. Checkout is at 10:00 am. Price of $1,385.00 is based upon double occupancy. Lodging upgrade options possible while available. To register, contact Michelle Pinkham at 207-288-1356 or fill out the form below. Price includes lodging and meals, van travel, boat fare, and guiding fees. Not included in price: airfare, trip insurance, alcohol beverages not offered by host, gas stop snacks, and gratuities. An Acadia National Park pass may be necessary if you will be traveling in the park in your own vehicle while not on this tour. The park pass will be available to purchase at check-in or while on campus (approximate fee is $35). TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS You can drive directly to Schoodic Institute Pick up in Bangor, Maine at either the airport (at 2 pm) or Pick up at Odlin Road Park & Ride (at 2 pm), free, patrolled parking lot about 1 mile from the airport.

Schoodic Institute