To request a buoy dedication in honor or memory of an individual, or in honor of local healthcare heroes, please visit bit.ly/BuoyDedication. To make contribution in support of the Downeast Cancer Patient Navigation Program, visit bit.ly/SupportCPN. For more information about this work, or to access patient navigation services, visit www.healtyacadia.org/ha-decpn or contact Angela Fochesato at Angela@Healthy Acadia.org or by calling 207-255-3741.

Monday Night Figure Drawing - Please register, space is limited - February 2022 Mondays, 6pm to 9pm, we'll have a few quick warm-up poses then be able to spend time refining a long pose. Registration necessary- we maintain distances for safety . Where the model is the star, no instruction, but plenty of easels, boards, horses, paper, charcoal and fellow friendly artists. Feel free to bring your paints and brushes as well! 18 and over, under 18 allowed with parental attendance or prior signature. $15 per week or $25 per month for members! 

You Can Draw! - Drawing for Beginners with Mary Laury Anyone can learn to draw. This class will teach you how to draw what you see.  It will give you a jump start with confidence to draw for pleasure or for a base for your painting. Get ready for a whole world of seeing details that you have never noticed before! March 1st, 15th, and 22nd (no session on the 8th) Tuesdays from 8:30am to 12:30pm Beginner level - Adults $192 for 3 sessions ($182 for members) Masks, vax'd, and distancing for staff and participant safety. Bring a soft pencil or two, paper or sketchbook, eraser, and sharpener   About the Instructor: Mary Laury is a watercolorist from Maine. The dynamic nature and botanical subjects of Maine are Mary?s passions. An experienced teacher, she has taught painting and drawing, both in the classroom and in the field, for many educational programs. Mary also serves on the board of directors of various arts organizations. Mary is the former Executive Director of Schoodic Arts for All. After retiring in August of 2021, she looks forward to teaching and painting more. Check out her work on MaryLaury.com If you need to cancel your registration, please contact office@artwavesmdi.org. Your account will then reflect a credit that may be used toward future classes.

Intro to Ballet Grades K-2 with Makayla - May 2022?? Learn the basics of Ballet skills and vocabulary with instructor-led activities and fun movement-based games. This class consists of a gentle warm up followed by larger fun movements on the floor as we explore the use of momentum to guide us through traditional ballet exercises. ArtWaves 1345A Hwy 102 Bar Harbor 207-266-0010 To Register: https://artwavesmdi.org/event-4785734/Registration Tuesdays 3:30pm to 4:30pm (arrive by 3:15pm to change out of shoes and coats and settle into class) May 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th, 2022 (No ssn on 5/31) Ages Kindergarten through Second Grade (parent/guardian should stay to observe) $50 for 4 sessions ($40 for members) Please wear socks or bring shoes that have not been worn outside. Bring ballet shoes if you have them! Bring water for breaks. Masks, vax'd (over 5yrs), and distancing (as possible) to keep all comfortable and safe. About the Instructor: Makayla Corrigan, is an artist and educator from Rhode Island. After spending a year studying illustration at the Rhode Island School of Design she moved to Mount Desert Island where she received a degree in Human Ecology from College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor in 2021. Makayla has spent most of her life studying ballet and contemporary dance along with illustration and food systems. She now lives on the island teaching art and dance at ArtWaves along with working closely with local farms as Farm Drop coordinator at Healthy Acadia

Paula Johnson-Rolfe is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: BOS MeetingTime: May 25, 2022 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/87429164996?pwd=xaudLZNop2mQifhHz2EEKR-OtJU4Dx.1 Meeting ID: 874 2916 4996Passcode: 100603One tap mobile+13126266799,,87429164996#,,,,*100603# US (Chicago)+16465588656,,87429164996#,,,,*100603# US (New York) Dial by your location+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)Meeting ID: 874 2916 4996Passcode: 100603Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kOZ7B93PP  

Caring for others is rewarding but also exhausting and sometimes overwhelming.  It has become even more complicated for caregivers during the pandemic.  Join this virtual group session with other caregivers, led by Melissa Violette, Music Therapy Director at Birch Bay Village. The supportive environment will offer music listening and sharing, lyric analysis, breath work, group sharing and discussion to help develop stress-reduction skills, restore balance and reduce stress.  For more information and to sign up, please visit: https://www.mdihospital.org/news/free-telehealth-music-therapy-support-groups/  

It's a dance party, no experience needed! Sign up monthly www.artwavesmdi.org Come take care of yourself, shake, smile & sweat!  Every class is different; the music, people and weather, and we always have a blast! Erin leads a workout that caters to all levels of fitness and ability. All you need is a love for music and movement (or come to class to fall in love with dancing), but no experience necessary. You can follow along and give it your own flair! Come join our classes throughout the week, in the gorgeous dance studio at ArtWaves!  If you haven't tried Zumba and want to talk with Erin, feel free to email anytime. 

Caring for others is rewarding but also exhausting and sometimes overwhelming. It has become even more complicated for caregivers during the pandemic. Join this free virtual group session with other caregivers, led by Melissa Violette, Music Therapy Director at Birch Bay Village. For more information please visit: To sign up please contact Melissa Violette directly at mviolette@birchbayvillage.us

"Art's Therapy" Painting with Art Paine (for fun, affirmation, and learning!) In these Troubled Times, coming together to create and experience art can lift our spirits.  Bring your paints and a few canvases to paint along, or come with a notebook to talk and learn!  Art will be painting with acrylics, and we have some materials on campus to share if you'd like to try something different.  When Art teaches art through drawing and painting demonstrations, and when students can work along with him, EVERYONE GETS HAPPY!  As he shows participants how he paints, and how they can paint better, THEIR TROUBLES SEEM TO FADE AWAY.   We want to RELAX and HAVE FUN with artwork! Thursdays from 5:45pm to 7:15pm ArtWaves 1345A Hwy 102 Bar Harbor 207-266-0010 To Register: https://artwavesmdi.org/event-4739885 May 5th through 26th, 2022 $110 ($100 for members) Adults of all skill levels Disclaimer: Mr. Paine is not a trained art therapist, but he has noticed that people love to watch a comical buffoon stand at an easel and paint away while describing what they are doing. His Bob Ross hair only comes out on Halloween, but he would like to provide a happy, enjoyable opportunity to get together with other painters and share his extensive knowledge of painting. Masks, vax'd (over 5), and distancing for staff and participant safety.

Join Miss Jean for a playful and interactive storytime for ages 2-5!  We will explore stories and rhymes through song, dance, and creative movement!  This event will be held outside on our lawn. Please bring a blanket if you like and wear appropriate clothing for the weather.  Shakers and scarves will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.  Storytime may be cancelled in the event of inclement weather; check our facebook page for updates.

Open Studio - Member Fridays Members can reserve a table in our studio for an hour or the whole session and have access to our non-consumable tools or use some materials from our stock!  Join in! $10 for reserved space - member brings supplies OR $25 for reserved space plus access to consumable materials; felting, glass, paint, printmaking Friday, April 22nd between 4:00pm and 8:00pm Members under 18 must be accompanied by a member-adult. Masks, vax'd, and distancing for staff and participant safety.

Ballroom Basics Have you always wanted to partner dance? Here’s your chance! We will cover the basics of social partner dancing. Whether you’re a new dancer or want to brush up on your technique you’re welcome to join in. Focus is on having fun and feeling more confident on the dance floor. Dances covered will include Waltz, Swing, and Rumba. Fridays from 6:00pm to 7:00pm Apr 8th through May 27th, 2022 ArtWaves Dance Center. 1345A Hwy 102 Bar Harbor 207-266-0010 To Register: https://artwavesmdi.org/event-4733340 $222, based on 2 partners ($192 for members) Adults of all skill levels Please carry in a dedicated pair of dance shoes (clean, non-marking soles); no outdoor shoes are allowed into the studio. Masks, vax'd (over 5), and distancing for staff and participant safety. About the instructor: David Lamon is an experienced teacher and choreographer who has studied and taught a wide variety of dance forms and movement techniques. Whether he is teaching jazz, modern, improv, or ballroom, David’s classes are fun, engaging, and demonstrate a thoughtful attention to the foundations of each dance. Whatever the form, David believes that dance is a doorway to the synchronistic creativity of being in the moment.

Continuing Ballroom - April/May 2022 This class is appropriate for those who have had prior ballroom dance experience. We?ll cover more complex dance patterns and partnering skills. Focus is on having fun and feeling more confident on the dance floor. Dances covered will include Cha-cha, Tango, Hustle, and Salsa.  Fridays from 7:15pm to 8:15pm Apr 8th through May 27th, 2022 ArtWaves Dance Center. 1345A Hwy 102 Bar Harbor 207-266-0010 To Register: https://artwavesmdi.org/event-4737442 $222, based on 2 partners ($192 for members) Adults of Intermediate levels Please carry in a dedicated pair of dance shoes (clean, non-marking soles); no outdoor shoes are allowed into the studio. Masks, vax'd (over 5), and distancing for staff and participant safety. About the instructor: David Lamon is an experienced teacher and choreographer who has studied and taught a wide variety of dance forms and movement techniques. Whether he is teaching jazz, modern, improv, or ballroom, David?s classes are fun, engaging, and demonstrate a thoughtful attention to the foundations of each dance. Whatever the form, David believes that dance is a doorway to the synchronistic creativity of being in the moment.

Carroll Homestead Family ProgramSaturday May 28th9:00 AM- 2:00 PM When John and Rachel Carroll moved into their farm house in the fall of 1825 they could not have imagined that it would one day be preserved as an historic resource in Acadia National Park. Almost 200 years later their house still stands. Join us during program hours to hear stories about the Carroll family and learn some of the games that the Carroll kids played on this 1800’s farm. The Homestead is wheelchair accessible with an accessible portable toilet onsite. The building is closed but you can peek through the windows! #AcadiaEducates #NPSYouth National Park Service Youth & Young Adult ProgramsNPS Photos

The Island Arts Association's Annual Memorial Day Craft Fair will be on Saturday, May 28th from 10am-6pm and Sunday, May 29 from 10am - 5pm. Stop by and visit the local artisans showcasing their beautiful handmade crafts!

Introduction to Cyanotypes with Dale - May 2022 Cyanotype is one of the very first photographic printing techniques, producing beautiful blue images. In this introductory class you’ll learn all the basics of this amazing alternative photographic technique.  We’ll make prints using the Classic formula as well as the “New” formula. You’ll learn about the chemicals and how to mix the preparations, the various papers to use, and the processing method to produce and the stabilize the print. We will also cover print toning and briefly discuss other materials you can use as well as a brief discussion of digital negatives.By the time you leave you’ll have some gorgeous blue prints and the know-how to create more at home! Beginner level Adults and Teens ArtWaves 1345A Hwy 102 Bar Harbor 207-266-0010To Register: https://artwavesmdi.org/event-4766469 Saturday, May 28th, 2022 from 10am to 2:30pm $97.50 includes materials ($87.50 for members) Bring to class: Notebook, pencil, protective eyewear (or use ones available at ArtWaves) Masks, vax'd (over 5), and distancing for staff and participant safety. About the Instructor: Dale Joyce is a fine art print maker and commercial photographer residing in Maine. His love of coastal Maine and photography both originated while spending summers on Swan's Island with his grandparents. Enamored with the primal beauty of the landscape, classic architecture, genuine sense of community, and hardworking spirit of the people, Dale chose to move there permanently, to pursue his passion full time in his studio and gallery on Swan's Island, Harbor View Studio. He also operates a commercial photography studio, Down East Photography, in downtown Ellsworth helping businesses with high quality images for the marketing and social media. 

Pre-K/K Dance Class with Makayla Let’s get together and move! Students will participate in fun movement-based activities while learning some very basic dance steps and stretches. It’s a great way for the little ones to get some energy out while having fun with their peers and feeling like a dancer in ArtWaves dance studio. ArtWaves Dance Studio 1345A Hwy 102 Bar Harbor 207-266-0100 To Register: https://artwavesmdi.org/event-4752344/Registration May 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th Saturdays from 10:45am-11:30am (arrive by 10:30am to change out of boots and coats and settle into class) Ages 3-5 (parent/guardian stays to observe and sometimes participate!) $40 for 4 weeks ($30 for members) 45 minutes per session Masks and distancing (as possible) to keep all comfortable and safe.

Bar Harbor will pay tribute to veterans and our fallen service members during a Memorial Day Ceremony at the Village Green in downtown Bar Harbor. All are welcome to attend. 

Monday Night Figure Drawing - Please register, space is limited - February 2022 Mondays, 6pm to 9pm, we'll have a few quick warm-up poses then be able to spend time refining a long pose. Registration necessary- we maintain distances for safety . Where the model is the star, no instruction, but plenty of easels, boards, horses, paper, charcoal and fellow friendly artists. Feel free to bring your paints and brushes as well! 18 and over, under 18 allowed with parental attendance or prior signature. $15 per week or $25 per month for members! 

You Can Draw! - Drawing for Beginners with Mary Laury Anyone can learn to draw. This class will teach you how to draw what you see.  It will give you a jump start with confidence to draw for pleasure or for a base for your painting. Get ready for a whole world of seeing details that you have never noticed before! March 1st, 15th, and 22nd (no session on the 8th) Tuesdays from 8:30am to 12:30pm Beginner level - Adults $192 for 3 sessions ($182 for members) Masks, vax'd, and distancing for staff and participant safety. Bring a soft pencil or two, paper or sketchbook, eraser, and sharpener   About the Instructor: Mary Laury is a watercolorist from Maine. The dynamic nature and botanical subjects of Maine are Mary?s passions. An experienced teacher, she has taught painting and drawing, both in the classroom and in the field, for many educational programs. Mary also serves on the board of directors of various arts organizations. Mary is the former Executive Director of Schoodic Arts for All. After retiring in August of 2021, she looks forward to teaching and painting more. Check out her work on MaryLaury.com If you need to cancel your registration, please contact office@artwavesmdi.org. Your account will then reflect a credit that may be used toward future classes.

All are welcome at this informal meeting for people to share ideas on how to cut costs, increase savings, re-purpose, live simply and make living below your means a joyful way of life. The group meets the first Wednesday of each month at noon. This is a virtual program via zoom. We invite you to join us, please email sabbott@ellsworthlibrary.net for more information.For more information, call the library at 667-6363.

https://www.artwavesmdi.org/event-4753951 Link your movement and breath on the mat to explore ways of becoming more embodied. Begin to connect deeply with your own essential humanity so that you can connect more wholly and authentically with all of humanity. Wednesdays from 9:30am to 10:30am - come a few minutes early to park and settle in. June 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th, 2022 $70 for 5 weeks ($60 for members) or sign up for single sessions at $15 per day. Teens/Adults of all skill levels - some experience is helpful, but not required Plan to remove outdoor shoes before entering the studio.  Bring your yoga mat and blocks.

The Book-a-Month Club meets the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. Please join us for an informal discussion of  Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell.All meetings are held virtually via Zoom until further notice.  New people are welcome!For more information, please email sabbott@ellsworthlibrary.net

3 Session Series: June 2, 9 & 16 5:00 – 6:00 PM Learn how to use Google’s free cloud-based apps to create and store files online. This free, in-person digital literacy class is taught virtually by an instructor from the National Digital Equity Center. Bring your own device, or reserve a library Mac desktop or laptop. Classes are free for all Maine residents and will be held at the library, 89 Bernard Rd Bernard, Maine. For help registering, or for more information, call the library at 207-244-3798. Registration is required at: https://digitalequitycenter.org/classes/class/applying-for-the-affordable-connectivity-program/?instance_id=1374 https://www.facebook.com/events/964641620861299

Caring for others is rewarding but also exhausting and sometimes overwhelming.  It has become even more complicated for caregivers during the pandemic.  Join this virtual group session with other caregivers, led by Melissa Violette, Music Therapy Director at Birch Bay Village. The supportive environment will offer music listening and sharing, lyric analysis, breath work, group sharing and discussion to help develop stress-reduction skills, restore balance and reduce stress.  For more information and to sign up, please visit: https://www.mdihospital.org/news/free-telehealth-music-therapy-support-groups/  

It's a dance party, no experience needed! Sign up monthly www.artwavesmdi.org Come take care of yourself, shake, smile & sweat!  Every class is different; the music, people and weather, and we always have a blast! Erin leads a workout that caters to all levels of fitness and ability. All you need is a love for music and movement (or come to class to fall in love with dancing), but no experience necessary. You can follow along and give it your own flair! Come join our classes throughout the week, in the gorgeous dance studio at ArtWaves!  If you haven't tried Zumba and want to talk with Erin, feel free to email anytime. 

Caring for others is rewarding but also exhausting and sometimes overwhelming. It has become even more complicated for caregivers during the pandemic. Join this free virtual group session with other caregivers, led by Melissa Violette, Music Therapy Director at Birch Bay Village. For more information please visit: To sign up please contact Melissa Violette directly at mviolette@birchbayvillage.us

Open Studio - Member Fridays Members can reserve a table in our studio for an hour or the whole session and have access to our non-consumable tools or use some materials from our stock!  Join in! $10 for reserved space - member brings supplies OR $25 for reserved space plus access to consumable materials; felting, glass, paint, printmaking Friday, April 22nd between 4:00pm and 8:00pm Members under 18 must be accompanied by a member-adult. Masks, vax'd, and distancing for staff and participant safety.

Photography Basics 2-day Workshop: Parts One and Two with Ronald - June 2022 - ZOOMThis course was created to teach only what you need to know in the important basics of photography as a stepping-stone for you to move forward in this rewarding visual art!Part One/Day One of Photography Basics is designed to teach and educate you on the very basics of 35mm photography with an emphasis on ?digital photography? since we live in the digital age.  Ronald begins by introducing you to the cameras, lenses and gear that are most needed. - 3 hours on FridayPart Two/Day Two of Photography Basics will introduce you to the ?art side? of photography called ?composition? and then the principles of ?exposure? and ?light?. - 3 hours on Sunday It is Ronald's hope that this course will get you started in photography, help eliminate any confusion or frustration you may have, and learn more about the art and science of ?writing with light?!  Friday and Sunday from 5:30pm to 8:30pmJune 3rd and 5th, 2022 ArtWaves 1345A Hwy 102 Bar Harbor 207-266-0010 To Register:  https://artwavesmdi.org/event-4777385 $70 ($60 for members)Teens/Adults of all skill levels Access to your own 35mm digital camera is welcome but not mandatory.  You may use this course to decide if you want to delve into the photography world! ZOOM link will be sent in class reminder emails. - Access to a computer that can connect to the class is required.

Vettes of Coastal Maine will hosting a Corvette display for the public, free of charge, at the Bar Harbor ballfield, on June 4, 2022, from 9:00 to 11:30.  There will be eight generations of Corvettes on display, coming from Nova Scotia to Florida.  Approximately 125 cars will be in attendance. 

Japanese Shibori on Silk Scarves with Sandi Students in this workshop will learn about the Japanese resist method of creating designs on silk. You will also be given the opportunity to paint directly on your scarves. Saturday June 4, 2022, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm $67 ($57 for members) Adults - Beginner level Please wear old clothes,

Japanese Shibori on Silk Scarves with Sandi Students in this workshop will learn about the Japanese resist method of creating designs on silk. You will also be given the opportunity to paint directly on your scarves. Saturday June 4, 2022, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm ARTWAVES 1345A Hwy 102 Bar Harbor 207-266-0010 To Register: https://artwavesmdi.org/event-4744330 $67 ($57 for members) Adults - Beginner level Please wear old clothes, bring an old towel and scissors. Masks, vax'd (over 5), and distancing for staff and participant safety. Students will leave this class with two finished silk scarves that can be worn with pride or given as gifts. About the instructor: Sandi Cirillo is a retired art educator and a teaching artist here in Maine. She teaches many different workshops/classes all over the Northeast and in North Carolina. You can see examples of Sandi's artwork on her website, especially-for-ewe.com. Sandi lives in Searsport, Maine where she has her studio.

Welcome to the 9th Annual Acadia Half Marathon and 10K!  The Acadia Half Marathon and 10K is one of our largest fundraisers of the year. The money raised through your entry fees helps sustain the YMCA's scholarship programs, ensuring that individuals and families have access to the care, services, and programs that can help them improve their lives through healthy living or community activities.  The half marathon is full, there are open spots in the 10k. We are also looking for volunteers before and during the race. Please email Jenn at races@mdiymca.org if you can help.   

Photography Basics 2-day Workshop: Parts One and Two with Ronald - June 2022 - ZOOMThis course was created to teach only what you need to know in the important basics of photography as a stepping-stone for you to move forward in this rewarding visual art!Part One/Day One of Photography Basics is designed to teach and educate you on the very basics of 35mm photography with an emphasis on ?digital photography? since we live in the digital age.  Ronald begins by introducing you to the cameras, lenses and gear that are most needed. - 3 hours on FridayPart Two/Day Two of Photography Basics will introduce you to the ?art side? of photography called ?composition? and then the principles of ?exposure? and ?light?. - 3 hours on Sunday It is Ronald's hope that this course will get you started in photography, help eliminate any confusion or frustration you may have, and learn more about the art and science of ?writing with light?!  Friday and Sunday from 5:30pm to 8:30pmJune 3rd and 5th, 2022 ArtWaves 1345A Hwy 102 Bar Harbor 207-266-0010 To Register:  https://artwavesmdi.org/event-4777385 $70 ($60 for members)Teens/Adults of all skill levels Access to your own 35mm digital camera is welcome but not mandatory.  You may use this course to decide if you want to delve into the photography world! ZOOM link will be sent in class reminder emails. - Access to a computer that can connect to the class is required.

Monday Night Figure Drawing - Please register, space is limited - February 2022 Mondays, 6pm to 9pm, we'll have a few quick warm-up poses then be able to spend time refining a long pose. Registration necessary- we maintain distances for safety . Where the model is the star, no instruction, but plenty of easels, boards, horses, paper, charcoal and fellow friendly artists. Feel free to bring your paints and brushes as well! 18 and over, under 18 allowed with parental attendance or prior signature. $15 per week or $25 per month for members! 

You Can Draw! - Drawing for Beginners with Mary Laury Anyone can learn to draw. This class will teach you how to draw what you see.  It will give you a jump start with confidence to draw for pleasure or for a base for your painting. Get ready for a whole world of seeing details that you have never noticed before! March 1st, 15th, and 22nd (no session on the 8th) Tuesdays from 8:30am to 12:30pm Beginner level - Adults $192 for 3 sessions ($182 for members) Masks, vax'd, and distancing for staff and participant safety. Bring a soft pencil or two, paper or sketchbook, eraser, and sharpener   About the Instructor: Mary Laury is a watercolorist from Maine. The dynamic nature and botanical subjects of Maine are Mary?s passions. An experienced teacher, she has taught painting and drawing, both in the classroom and in the field, for many educational programs. Mary also serves on the board of directors of various arts organizations. Mary is the former Executive Director of Schoodic Arts for All. After retiring in August of 2021, she looks forward to teaching and painting more. Check out her work on MaryLaury.com If you need to cancel your registration, please contact office@artwavesmdi.org. Your account will then reflect a credit that may be used toward future classes.

3 Session Series: June 2, 9 & 16 5:00 – 6:00 PM Learn how to use Google’s free cloud-based apps to create and store files online. This free, in-person digital literacy class is taught virtually by an instructor from the National Digital Equity Center. Bring your own device, or reserve a library Mac desktop or laptop. Classes are free for all Maine residents and will be held at the library, 89 Bernard Rd Bernard, Maine. For help registering, or for more information, call the library at 207-244-3798. Registration is required at: https://digitalequitycenter.org/classes/class/applying-for-the-affordable-connectivity-program/?instance_id=1374 https://www.facebook.com/events/964641620861299

Caring for others is rewarding but also exhausting and sometimes overwhelming.  It has become even more complicated for caregivers during the pandemic.  Join this virtual group session with other caregivers, led by Melissa Violette, Music Therapy Director at Birch Bay Village. The supportive environment will offer music listening and sharing, lyric analysis, breath work, group sharing and discussion to help develop stress-reduction skills, restore balance and reduce stress.  For more information and to sign up, please visit: https://www.mdihospital.org/news/free-telehealth-music-therapy-support-groups/  

It's a dance party, no experience needed! Sign up monthly www.artwavesmdi.org Come take care of yourself, shake, smile & sweat!  Every class is different; the music, people and weather, and we always have a blast! Erin leads a workout that caters to all levels of fitness and ability. All you need is a love for music and movement (or come to class to fall in love with dancing), but no experience necessary. You can follow along and give it your own flair! Come join our classes throughout the week, in the gorgeous dance studio at ArtWaves!  If you haven't tried Zumba and want to talk with Erin, feel free to email anytime. 

Caring for others is rewarding but also exhausting and sometimes overwhelming. It has become even more complicated for caregivers during the pandemic. Join this free virtual group session with other caregivers, led by Melissa Violette, Music Therapy Director at Birch Bay Village. For more information please visit: To sign up please contact Melissa Violette directly at mviolette@birchbayvillage.us

Open Studio - Member Fridays Members can reserve a table in our studio for an hour or the whole session and have access to our non-consumable tools or use some materials from our stock!  Join in! $10 for reserved space - member brings supplies OR $25 for reserved space plus access to consumable materials; felting, glass, paint, printmaking Friday, April 22nd between 4:00pm and 8:00pm Members under 18 must be accompanied by a member-adult. Masks, vax'd, and distancing for staff and participant safety.

Join the MDI YMCA for the return of this fun family event, Healthy Kids Day! 1 Mile Fun Run 9:00am Activity Fair in and around the Y from 9:30-11:00 am. Open Swim 9:30-10:30 am, 10:30 am Open FREE Parent/Child Swim Lesson, 10:45 am FREE Parent/Child Swim Lesson. Free lifejackets for all kids in attendance.  more information can be found at mdiymca.org/events or by calling the Y at 288.3511 The Y, for a better us. 

The Machias Bay Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting an ATV Jamboree on June 11, 2022. Part of the festivities include a craft/vendor fair. We will have 30 spots available inside the Pellon Center and 20 outside spots on grass. We are expecting hundreds of ATV/UTV riders and loads of tourists and community members. There will be at least 5 food trucks outside as well as a live band in the afternoon. Time is 9-2, doors will be open for set up at 7 a.m.Spots are $30 each – first come, first serve, no repeats please. If you will be selling cooked products, we will need a copy of your state license.Email sharon@machiaschamber.org or call 255.4402 to reserve your spot.           

"Over the Rainbow" Youth Pride Dance at YWCA MDI on Saturday, June 11 from 6:30 to 9:30 pm.   Ages 18 and under are welcome.   Call 207-288-5008 with questions.

Monday Night Figure Drawing - Please register, space is limited - February 2022 Mondays, 6pm to 9pm, we'll have a few quick warm-up poses then be able to spend time refining a long pose. Registration necessary- we maintain distances for safety . Where the model is the star, no instruction, but plenty of easels, boards, horses, paper, charcoal and fellow friendly artists. Feel free to bring your paints and brushes as well! 18 and over, under 18 allowed with parental attendance or prior signature. $15 per week or $25 per month for members! 

You Can Draw! - Drawing for Beginners with Mary Laury Anyone can learn to draw. This class will teach you how to draw what you see.  It will give you a jump start with confidence to draw for pleasure or for a base for your painting. Get ready for a whole world of seeing details that you have never noticed before! March 1st, 15th, and 22nd (no session on the 8th) Tuesdays from 8:30am to 12:30pm Beginner level - Adults $192 for 3 sessions ($182 for members) Masks, vax'd, and distancing for staff and participant safety. Bring a soft pencil or two, paper or sketchbook, eraser, and sharpener   About the Instructor: Mary Laury is a watercolorist from Maine. The dynamic nature and botanical subjects of Maine are Mary?s passions. An experienced teacher, she has taught painting and drawing, both in the classroom and in the field, for many educational programs. Mary also serves on the board of directors of various arts organizations. Mary is the former Executive Director of Schoodic Arts for All. After retiring in August of 2021, she looks forward to teaching and painting more. Check out her work on MaryLaury.com If you need to cancel your registration, please contact office@artwavesmdi.org. Your account will then reflect a credit that may be used toward future classes.

Are you looking for ways to expand or diversify your business revenue streams? Ever thought about beginning to work in the government marketplace? This webinar is for businesses that are brand new to government contracting that are interested in learning the basics. PTAC counselor Morgan Rocheleau will give an overview of basics, bust a few myths, and teach you how Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTAC) can help you along the entire process. Register today to reserve your spot! https://www.maineptac.org/emdc_events/grow-your-small-business-with-government-contracting/ Contact Information: Michael Ludwig mludwig@emdc.org (207)974-3248 www.MainePTAC.org      

Caregiving can get overwhelming quickly. Talking about the experience with others in similar situations can make a big difference. Caregiver support groups build confidence and help you gain skills to be the best caregiver you can be.Join us for, conversation, education and support with Eastern Area Agency on Aging.We meet the third Thursday of each month.This is a Zoom meeting.For more information call 667-6363 or email sabbott@ellsworthlibrary.net.

Caring for others is rewarding but also exhausting and sometimes overwhelming.  It has become even more complicated for caregivers during the pandemic.  Join this virtual group session with other caregivers, led by Melissa Violette, Music Therapy Director at Birch Bay Village. The supportive environment will offer music listening and sharing, lyric analysis, breath work, group sharing and discussion to help develop stress-reduction skills, restore balance and reduce stress.  For more information and to sign up, please visit: https://www.mdihospital.org/news/free-telehealth-music-therapy-support-groups/  

It's a dance party, no experience needed! Sign up monthly www.artwavesmdi.org Come take care of yourself, shake, smile & sweat!  Every class is different; the music, people and weather, and we always have a blast! Erin leads a workout that caters to all levels of fitness and ability. All you need is a love for music and movement (or come to class to fall in love with dancing), but no experience necessary. You can follow along and give it your own flair! Come join our classes throughout the week, in the gorgeous dance studio at ArtWaves!  If you haven't tried Zumba and want to talk with Erin, feel free to email anytime. 

Caring for others is rewarding but also exhausting and sometimes overwhelming. It has become even more complicated for caregivers during the pandemic. Join this free virtual group session with other caregivers, led by Melissa Violette, Music Therapy Director at Birch Bay Village. For more information please visit: To sign up please contact Melissa Violette directly at mviolette@birchbayvillage.us

Third Thursdays In person drawing game nights at ArtWaves MDI! Do you like games, want to see the fine arts studio, try sketching in a fun environment, stuck in a rut? Want to try out new media and styles without in a fun way commitment? Just want to get out of the house??? Roll the dice! Spin the wheel! Pick a card!! Let the game choose your topics, compete against yourself, and enjoy the company of your community! Free to attend for members and potential members Masks, Vax'd, and Distancing for staff and participant safety

As of March 18th

UMM campus, craft fair, vendors, historic presentations, https://instagram.com/margarettadays?utm_medium=copy_link

 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, UMM Campus during Margaretta Day in Machias.

Open Studio - Member Fridays Members can reserve a table in our studio for an hour or the whole session and have access to our non-consumable tools or use some materials from our stock!  Join in! $10 for reserved space - member brings supplies OR $25 for reserved space plus access to consumable materials; felting, glass, paint, printmaking Friday, April 22nd between 4:00pm and 8:00pm Members under 18 must be accompanied by a member-adult. Masks, vax'd, and distancing for staff and participant safety.

Join us to discuss our next titles from Barbara Ross: Clammed Up and Boiled OverWe meet the third Saturday of the Month.Contact Renee at rmcmanus@ellsworthlibrary.net or call 207-667-6363 for registration and Zoom link.

Artists interested in participating in the 71st annual Art in the Park can access the guidelines and application by Clicking Here.

The Island Arts Association's Annual Spring Craft Fair will be on Saturday, June 18th from 10am-5pm and Sunday, June 19th from 10am - 5pm. Stop by and visit the local artisans showcasing their beautiful handmade crafts! Southwest Harbor Pemetic Green.

Spray Paint Street Art Stencil Making with Lynx Within this workshop participants will learn how to cut and spray a stencil in this fast-growing popular art form. We will explore how to properly utilize negative space in order to get the best outcomes through our designs. You will also be shown techniques on spraying the stencils in order to get varying results and how color theory can be applied to the spray paint medium. Saturday June 18th 10:00am - 1:00PM ARTWAVES 1345A Hwy 102 Bar Harbor 207-266-0010 To Register: https://artwavesmdi.org/event-4764182 $60 ($50 for members) Teens/Adults of all skill levels Participants should wear comfortable painting clothes to prepare for the day's weather as we will be spraying our designs outside. Spray paint can easily shift with the wind - our aprons may not provide full coverage. Masks, vax'd (over 5), and distancing for staff and participant safety. About the instructor: Lynx Fabian is a graduating senior at Mount Desert island High School. ~ "I love to create art, and I have been a member of my school's National Art Honor's Society for the last 3 years. For the spring of 2022 I have a piece of my work in the Portland Museum of Art for their Youth Art Month exhibit. I have been working with the spray paint medium for the last 7 years, although it has been the medium I have worked the most consistent in over the years, I like to dabble in a little bit of everything.

Explore the connections between people and the sea on a ranger-led boat tour of Great Harbor and Somes Sound, with a visit to the Islesford Historical Museum on Little Cranberry Island.

Artists interested in participating in the 71st annual Art in the Park can access the guidelines and application by Clicking Here.

Monday Night Figure Drawing - Please register, space is limited - February 2022 Mondays, 6pm to 9pm, we'll have a few quick warm-up poses then be able to spend time refining a long pose. Registration necessary- we maintain distances for safety . Where the model is the star, no instruction, but plenty of easels, boards, horses, paper, charcoal and fellow friendly artists. Feel free to bring your paints and brushes as well! 18 and over, under 18 allowed with parental attendance or prior signature. $15 per week or $25 per month for members! 

You Can Draw! - Drawing for Beginners with Mary Laury Anyone can learn to draw. This class will teach you how to draw what you see.  It will give you a jump start with confidence to draw for pleasure or for a base for your painting. Get ready for a whole world of seeing details that you have never noticed before! March 1st, 15th, and 22nd (no session on the 8th) Tuesdays from 8:30am to 12:30pm Beginner level - Adults $192 for 3 sessions ($182 for members) Masks, vax'd, and distancing for staff and participant safety. Bring a soft pencil or two, paper or sketchbook, eraser, and sharpener   About the Instructor: Mary Laury is a watercolorist from Maine. The dynamic nature and botanical subjects of Maine are Mary?s passions. An experienced teacher, she has taught painting and drawing, both in the classroom and in the field, for many educational programs. Mary also serves on the board of directors of various arts organizations. Mary is the former Executive Director of Schoodic Arts for All. After retiring in August of 2021, she looks forward to teaching and painting more. Check out her work on MaryLaury.com If you need to cancel your registration, please contact office@artwavesmdi.org. Your account will then reflect a credit that may be used toward future classes.

Caring for others is rewarding but also exhausting and sometimes overwhelming.  It has become even more complicated for caregivers during the pandemic.  Join this virtual group session with other caregivers, led by Melissa Violette, Music Therapy Director at Birch Bay Village. The supportive environment will offer music listening and sharing, lyric analysis, breath work, group sharing and discussion to help develop stress-reduction skills, restore balance and reduce stress.  For more information and to sign up, please visit: https://www.mdihospital.org/news/free-telehealth-music-therapy-support-groups/  

It's a dance party, no experience needed! Sign up monthly www.artwavesmdi.org Come take care of yourself, shake, smile & sweat!  Every class is different; the music, people and weather, and we always have a blast! Erin leads a workout that caters to all levels of fitness and ability. All you need is a love for music and movement (or come to class to fall in love with dancing), but no experience necessary. You can follow along and give it your own flair! Come join our classes throughout the week, in the gorgeous dance studio at ArtWaves!  If you haven't tried Zumba and want to talk with Erin, feel free to email anytime. 

Caring for others is rewarding but also exhausting and sometimes overwhelming. It has become even more complicated for caregivers during the pandemic. Join this free virtual group session with other caregivers, led by Melissa Violette, Music Therapy Director at Birch Bay Village. For more information please visit: To sign up please contact Melissa Violette directly at mviolette@birchbayvillage.us

Open Studio - Member Fridays Members can reserve a table in our studio for an hour or the whole session and have access to our non-consumable tools or use some materials from our stock!  Join in! $10 for reserved space - member brings supplies OR $25 for reserved space plus access to consumable materials; felting, glass, paint, printmaking Friday, April 22nd between 4:00pm and 8:00pm Members under 18 must be accompanied by a member-adult. Masks, vax'd, and distancing for staff and participant safety.

Needle Felted Teacup Village with Kristen M. Walsh In this fun, fast paced, yet beginner-friendly class you’ll learn basic needle felting techniques that will open the door of this amazing art/craft form! Wool can be twisted, rolled and folded in specific ways (and then needled, of course) to create every shape imaginable. Saturday, June 25th, 2022, from 10:00am to 2:00pm ARTWAVES 1345A Hwy 102 Bar Harbor 207-266-0010 To Register: https://artwavesmdi.org/event-4764076 $80 ($70 for members) includes materials and teacup (or you can bring your own sentimental cup!) Teens and Adults of all skill levels At the end of this workshop, not only will you have a good foundation for further needle felting, but you will also have a wonderful one-of-a-kind piece of art! Masks, vax'd (over 5), and distancing for staff and participant safety. Come with ideas for your little teacup town! Is it rural? urban? southwestern? Is your creation purely decorative or is your art also a useful pincushion? You decide! About the instructor: Kristen Walsh is a published author and self-taught artist. She has been felting for 20+ years using fiber and felting as her primary medium. Though Kristen is not formally trained she has been earning attention for her felting, winning prizes as well as having work selected for publication in Fiber Arts magazine and Cloth, Paper, Scissors magazine. Her work is in private collections and has been selected for many juried gallery exhibitions around the United States. Recently she has published a felting book, Layers: Felted Art Projects Sparked from the Soul. Kristen enjoys teaching and finds great satisfaction in helping people who might not think they are creative find the creative spark, a spark that she believes lives in all of us. She has taught out of her studio, art centers and galleries, schools, senior centers, fiber festivals, shops and teaches in-depth multi-day workshops on location.

 2nd hosted by Jonesboro Grange. Craft fair, kids’ fun run, raffle, spaghetti dinner. More info at https://fb.me/e/SdGt7TMk, or email crushcancer@outlook.com

Monday Night Figure Drawing - Please register, space is limited - February 2022 Mondays, 6pm to 9pm, we'll have a few quick warm-up poses then be able to spend time refining a long pose. Registration necessary- we maintain distances for safety . Where the model is the star, no instruction, but plenty of easels, boards, horses, paper, charcoal and fellow friendly artists. Feel free to bring your paints and brushes as well! 18 and over, under 18 allowed with parental attendance or prior signature. $15 per week or $25 per month for members! 

You Can Draw! - Drawing for Beginners with Mary Laury Anyone can learn to draw. This class will teach you how to draw what you see.  It will give you a jump start with confidence to draw for pleasure or for a base for your painting. Get ready for a whole world of seeing details that you have never noticed before! March 1st, 15th, and 22nd (no session on the 8th) Tuesdays from 8:30am to 12:30pm Beginner level - Adults $192 for 3 sessions ($182 for members) Masks, vax'd, and distancing for staff and participant safety. Bring a soft pencil or two, paper or sketchbook, eraser, and sharpener   About the Instructor: Mary Laury is a watercolorist from Maine. The dynamic nature and botanical subjects of Maine are Mary?s passions. An experienced teacher, she has taught painting and drawing, both in the classroom and in the field, for many educational programs. Mary also serves on the board of directors of various arts organizations. Mary is the former Executive Director of Schoodic Arts for All. After retiring in August of 2021, she looks forward to teaching and painting more. Check out her work on MaryLaury.com If you need to cancel your registration, please contact office@artwavesmdi.org. Your account will then reflect a credit that may be used toward future classes.

Tuesday pie sales at the YWCA Mount Desert Island.  Homemade by our volunteers.  Proceeds go to our lodging program for women and girls.

Caring for others is rewarding but also exhausting and sometimes overwhelming.  It has become even more complicated for caregivers during the pandemic.  Join this virtual group session with other caregivers, led by Melissa Violette, Music Therapy Director at Birch Bay Village. The supportive environment will offer music listening and sharing, lyric analysis, breath work, group sharing and discussion to help develop stress-reduction skills, restore balance and reduce stress.  For more information and to sign up, please visit: https://www.mdihospital.org/news/free-telehealth-music-therapy-support-groups/  

It's a dance party, no experience needed! Sign up monthly www.artwavesmdi.org Come take care of yourself, shake, smile & sweat!  Every class is different; the music, people and weather, and we always have a blast! Erin leads a workout that caters to all levels of fitness and ability. All you need is a love for music and movement (or come to class to fall in love with dancing), but no experience necessary. You can follow along and give it your own flair! Come join our classes throughout the week, in the gorgeous dance studio at ArtWaves!  If you haven't tried Zumba and want to talk with Erin, feel free to email anytime. 

Caring for others is rewarding but also exhausting and sometimes overwhelming. It has become even more complicated for caregivers during the pandemic. Join this free virtual group session with other caregivers, led by Melissa Violette, Music Therapy Director at Birch Bay Village. For more information please visit: To sign up please contact Melissa Violette directly at mviolette@birchbayvillage.us

Open Studio - Member Fridays Members can reserve a table in our studio for an hour or the whole session and have access to our non-consumable tools or use some materials from our stock!  Join in! $10 for reserved space - member brings supplies OR $25 for reserved space plus access to consumable materials; felting, glass, paint, printmaking Friday, April 22nd between 4:00pm and 8:00pm Members under 18 must be accompanied by a member-adult. Masks, vax'd, and distancing for staff and participant safety.

Bar Harbor’s Fourth of July has been voted the #1 Fourth of July celebration in America by the Today Show, and recognized by National Geographic as one of the top ten in the U.S.  With a full day of events, there are so many ways to enjoy the holiday, it’s no wonder that people love spending the Fourth in Bar Harbor.  Schedule of Day's Events (subject to change without notice) 9AM-3PM Craft Fair/Marketplace The Island Arts Association will hold a Craft Fair/Marketplace at the YMCA, 21 Park Street, featuring a wonderful selection of Maine crafts, including jewelry, quilts, photographs, pottery, and porcelain dolls. Please join us for this joint fundraiser for the YMCA and the YWCA. Please call the YWCA at 207-288-5008 for additional information.   11AM Independence Day Parade  The community shows off its patriotism and good humor while the parade winds through downtown Bar Harbor from Main Street to Cottage Street to Eden Street to Mt. Desert Street to Ledgelawn Avenue. Click here to download a map of the parade route. 7:30PM-8:30PM Bar Harbor Town Band Free concert on the Bar Harbor Village Green, Main & Mt. Desert Streets. For over 100 years the Town Band, comprised of amateur musicians from around the region, has entertained thousands of locals and visitors.   9:15PM (approx.) Fireworks Over Frenchman Bay Enjoy the spectacular display on the waterfront, downtown Bar Harbor.  Produced by the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce.

The Island Arts Association's Annual 4th of July Craft Fair will be on Monday, July 4th from 8am - 3pm. Stop by and visit the local artisans showcasing their beautiful handmade crafts!

Monday Night Figure Drawing - Please register, space is limited - February 2022 Mondays, 6pm to 9pm, we'll have a few quick warm-up poses then be able to spend time refining a long pose. Registration necessary- we maintain distances for safety . Where the model is the star, no instruction, but plenty of easels, boards, horses, paper, charcoal and fellow friendly artists. Feel free to bring your paints and brushes as well! 18 and over, under 18 allowed with parental attendance or prior signature. $15 per week or $25 per month for members! 

You Can Draw! - Drawing for Beginners with Mary Laury Anyone can learn to draw. This class will teach you how to draw what you see.  It will give you a jump start with confidence to draw for pleasure or for a base for your painting. Get ready for a whole world of seeing details that you have never noticed before! March 1st, 15th, and 22nd (no session on the 8th) Tuesdays from 8:30am to 12:30pm Beginner level - Adults $192 for 3 sessions ($182 for members) Masks, vax'd, and distancing for staff and participant safety. Bring a soft pencil or two, paper or sketchbook, eraser, and sharpener   About the Instructor: Mary Laury is a watercolorist from Maine. The dynamic nature and botanical subjects of Maine are Mary?s passions. An experienced teacher, she has taught painting and drawing, both in the classroom and in the field, for many educational programs. Mary also serves on the board of directors of various arts organizations. Mary is the former Executive Director of Schoodic Arts for All. After retiring in August of 2021, she looks forward to teaching and painting more. Check out her work on MaryLaury.com If you need to cancel your registration, please contact office@artwavesmdi.org. Your account will then reflect a credit that may be used toward future classes.

Tuesday pie sales at the YWCA Mount Desert Island.  Homemade by our volunteers.  Proceeds go to our lodging program for women and girls.

All are welcome at this informal meeting for people to share ideas on how to cut costs, increase savings, re-purpose, live simply and make living below your means a joyful way of life. The group meets the first Wednesday of each month at noon. This is a virtual program via zoom. We invite you to join us, please email sabbott@ellsworthlibrary.net for more information.For more information, call the library at 667-6363.

The Book-a-Month Club meets the first Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. Please join us for an informal discussion of  The Fire Balloon by Ruth Moore.All meetings are held virtually via Zoom until further notice.  New people are welcome!For more information, please email sabbott@ellsworthlibrary.net

Caring for others is rewarding but also exhausting and sometimes overwhelming.  It has become even more complicated for caregivers during the pandemic.  Join this virtual group session with other caregivers, led by Melissa Violette, Music Therapy Director at Birch Bay Village. The supportive environment will offer music listening and sharing, lyric analysis, breath work, group sharing and discussion to help develop stress-reduction skills, restore balance and reduce stress.  For more information and to sign up, please visit: https://www.mdihospital.org/news/free-telehealth-music-therapy-support-groups/  

It's a dance party, no experience needed! Sign up monthly www.artwavesmdi.org Come take care of yourself, shake, smile & sweat!  Every class is different; the music, people and weather, and we always have a blast! Erin leads a workout that caters to all levels of fitness and ability. All you need is a love for music and movement (or come to class to fall in love with dancing), but no experience necessary. You can follow along and give it your own flair! Come join our classes throughout the week, in the gorgeous dance studio at ArtWaves!  If you haven't tried Zumba and want to talk with Erin, feel free to email anytime.