| January 2010 |
Friday, January 1
| HAPPY NEW YEAR
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Saturday, January 2
7:00 pm | First Friday (on Saturday) Coffee House Northeast Harbor Library
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Thursday, January 14
6:00 PM | 8th Annual Chili Challenge
The Eighth Annual Chili Challenge is heating things up at The Neighborhood House! Save your appetite and participate in two ways: if you think you can stand the heat, enter your favorite recipe. Call 276-5039 to enter. If you'd rather just eat it, stop by and have your fill and help us determine which chili deserves the title. $5.00 at the door.
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| February 2010 |
February, 5
7:00 pm | First Friday Coffee House Northeast Harbor Library
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| March 2010 |
Friday, March 5
7:00 pm | First Friday Coffee House Northeast Harbor Library
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| April 2010 |
Friday, April 2
7:00 pm | First Friday Coffee House Northeast Harbor Library
Blue Gene MC open mike 7-8 PM.
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Monday, April 12
6:30 pm | Meet the Candidates
The Mount Desert Chamber of Commerce and the Northeast Harbor Library will be sponsoring Meet the Candidates night for the Town of Mount Desert. Residents of the Town of Mount Desert are invited to have an opportunity to meet with the candidates for selectman and school board Monday, April 12, 2010, 6:30PM at the Neighborhood House in Northeast Harbor.
William Ferm will serve as Moderator and accept questions from the audience so voters can have a better understanding of the candidate's positions prior to the town election Monday, May 3, 2010.
Light refreshments and popcorn will be served.
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Tuesday, April 27
6:30 pm | Warrant Article Review Night
The Mount Desert Chamber of Commerce and the Northeast Harbor Library will be sponsoring Warrant Article Review Night for the Town of Mount Desert. Residents of the Town of Mount Desert are invited to have an opportunity to meet with representatives from the Warrant Committee and Board of Selectman to ask questions about items on the Town Warrant Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 6:30PM at the Neighborhood House in Northeast Harbor.
Bill Ferm will serve as Moderator and accept questions from the audience so voters can have a better understanding of the referendums and warrants prior to the town election Monday, May 3, 2010.
Light refreshments and popcorn will be served.
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| May 2010 |
NEW DATES!
Saturday, May 1 & Saturday, May 8 (rain dates: Sun, May 2 and Sun, May 9)
9:30 AM-3:30 PM 2010 Spring Bulb Tour at the W.P. Stewart Estate
The public is invited to enjoy the beautiful perennial plantings and spectacular bloom of 45,000 spring bulbs in one of Northeast Harbor’s premier gardens, in a benefit for Camp Beech Cliff summer day camp for children going into 2nd - 9th grades. Tickets available in advance (207-244-0365) and at the gate - $15 per person; children 12 and under admitted free. Click here: www.springbulbtour.org for the latest date information, directions, and photos of the bloom in progress.
Information and advance ticket sales available by calling the Camp Beech Cliff office at 244-0365. Event address: WatersEdge, 32 Sargeant Drive, Northeast Harbor, Maine
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Monday, May 3 & Tuesday, May 4
8:00 AM-8:00 PM Annual Town Meeting for the Town of Mount Desert
The Annual Town Meeting for the Town of Mount Desert will commence on Monday, May 3, 2010, 7:50 a.m. at the Somesville Fire House, 1157 Main Street, Somesville. Following the election of Moderator, the polls will be open from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. for voting on the election of officers.
The open Town Meeting will resume at the Kelley Auditorium, Mount Desert Elementary School, 8 Joy Road, Northeast Harbor on Tuesday, May 4, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.
Copies of the Town Report and Warrant are available at the Town Office. If you have any questions about the schedule for Annual Town Meeting and/or Elections, please call the Town Office at 276-5531.
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Saturday, May 29
10:00 AM-4:00 PM | Visitor Center OPENS
18 Harbor Drive, Northeast Harbor.
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Monday, May 31
10:30 AM | Memorial Day Parade - Northeast Harbor
American Legion Post 103 of Northeast Harbor invites the public to observe Memorial Day, Monday, May 31 The annual Memorial Day Parade leaves Mount Desert Elementary School at 10:30 a.m., and proceeds to Joseph Musetti Veterans Memorial Park, Northeast Harbor. Ceremonies will take place at the park following the band’s arrival.
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Monday, May 31
11:30 am | Annual Memorial Day BBQ
Enjoy the parade, then join us on the Village Green down at the Marina for a good old-fashioned barbeque!
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| JUNE 2010 |
Thurs.- Sun., June 10-13 | 12th Acadia Birding Festival on Mount Desert Island
Acadia's birding community invites you and your family to celebrate the ecological wonders of the birds of the Gulf of Maine at our 10th Acadia Birding Festival.
Explore Mount Desert Island and its birds through numerous events and venues. Greet our warblers on early morning birding walks, visit with puffins and pelagic birds at sea, and observe Peregrine Falcons at an active breeding site in Acadia National Park. Our combination of lectures,
walks, and adventures will connect you to Downeast Maine’s many bird species, diverse habitats and local birding experts. www.acadiabirdingfestival.com
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Thursday, June 24
6:30 pm | Benefit Gala & Silent Auction
The Annual Gala and Silent Auction to benefit The Neighborhood House not only has become a rite of spring, but it also serves as a ceremonial kickoff to summer as well. This important event not only provides a fun way to show your support for The Neighborhood House, but it also assists us in offering Summer Camp Scholarships, and other important youth programs as well.
The evening includes complementary wine and hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, live music, as well as a silent auction with plenty of unique and interesting items to bid on. Help support this worthwhile cause and reserve your tickets now by calling 276-5039.
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| JULY 2010 |
Thursday, July 1
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Northeast Harbor Farmer's Market
The best variety of fruits and vegetables including strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, apples, sweet corn, heirloom tomatoes and culinary herbs, smoked foods from hams to salmon, sourdough breads, focacias, Italian breads, hearth breads, free-range pork, beef, lamb, and rabbit. On Huntington Road across from
the Kimball Terrace Inn
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Thursday, July 1
4:30PM - 7PM | Thursdays on Main Street - Carl Ferm Jazz Quintet
Join us Thursday evenings on Main Street in Northeast Harbor for live street music, stores open late and gallery openings. Restaurants and store may have specials with galleries having openings throughout the season.
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Saturday, July 3
6:00 AM | Independence Day Celebration - Blueberry Pancake Breakfast
Blueberry Pancake Breakfast MDI Rotary Club, Bar Harbor Athletic Field, Park Street. Blueberry or plain pancakes, sausage,,juice, milk and coffee. A fun morning feast for the whole family!
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Saturday, July 3
10:00 AM | Independence Day Parade
The community shows off its patriotism and good humor. Parade route winds through downtown Bar Harbor.
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Saturday, July 3
11:00 AM | Independence Day Celebration - Seafood Festival
Seafood Festival MDI Rotary Club, Bar Harbor Athletic Field, Park Street. Enjoy lobster, mussels, corn, strawberry shortcake and more!
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Sunday, July 4
approx 9:15PM | Independence Day Celebration - Fireworks
Fireworks Over Frenchman Bay Enjoy the spectacular display on the waterfront, downtown Bar Harbor.
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Tuesday, July 6
2:00 - 4:00 PM | Annual Strawberry Festival
Strawberry Shortcake, freshly whipped cream, chocolate dipped strawberries and more in the Somesville Fire House. $5.00 per person to help benfit the Mount Desert Island Historical Society. For more information call 276-9323
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Tuesday, July 6
6 PM to 8 PM | Mount Desert Nursing Association - Summer Lecture Series: Mac Bigelow will present on Jungian theory and practice.
The Mount Desert Nursing Association is sponsoring a series of health-focused lectures in their Summer Lecture Series. The lectures will be held on July 6, July 20, August 3, and August 17 in the Mellon Room at the Northeast Harbor Library.
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Thursday, July 8
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Northeast Harbor Farmer's Market
The best variety of fruits and vegetables including strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, apples, sweet corn, heirloom tomatoes and culinary herbs, smoked foods from hams to salmon, sourdough breads, focacias, Italian breads, hearth breads, free-range pork, beef, lamb, and rabbit. On Huntington Road across from
the Kimball Terrace Inn
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Thursday, July 8
4:30PM - 7PM | Thursdays on Main Street - The Cool Swells Band
Join us Thursday evenings on Main Street in Northeast Harbor for live street music, stores open late and gallery openings. Restaurants and store may have specials with galleries having openings throughout the season.
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Thursday, July 15
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Northeast Harbor Farmer's Market
The best variety of fruits and vegetables including strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, apples, sweet corn, heirloom tomatoes and culinary herbs, smoked foods from hams to salmon, sourdough breads, focacias, Italian breads, hearth breads, free-range pork, beef, lamb, and rabbit. On Huntington Road across from
the Kimball Terrace Inn
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Thursday, July 15
4:30PM - 7PM | Thursdays on Main Street - STREET FESTIVAL & The David
Cleaves Band!
Join us Thursday evenings on Main Street in Northeast Harbor for live street music, stores open late and gallery openings. Restaurants and store may have specials with galleries having openings throughout the season.
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Fri.- Sun., July 16, 17, 18
Time: TBA | 14th Annual Hospice Regatta of Maine
Enjoy the Southwest and Northeast Harbor Fleets, colorful cruisers (spinnaker & non-spinnaker) and International One designs. Call 207-667-2531 for more information
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Sunday, July 18 - July 24
2 PM | First annual Atlantic Coast Distance Running Camp
The first Atlantic Coast Distance Running Camp will be held in beautiful Bar Harbor, Maine, home to Acadia National Park. The exciting camp will be hosted at College of the Atlantic and will be challenging, informative and fun. The camp is intended to help both intermediate and advanced runners progress to the next level. For more information visit us and to register go to www.active.com Hurry space is limited.
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Tuesday, July 20
6 PM to 8 PM | Mount Desert Nursing Association - Summer Lecture Series: Dan Torinus will present on Acupuncture
The Mount Desert Nursing Association is sponsoring a series of health-focused lectures in their Summer Lecture Series. The lectures will be held on July 6, July 20, August 3, and August 17 in the Mellon Room at the Northeast Harbor Library.
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Tuesday evenings at 8:15 p.m.
July 20, 27 | The Mt. Desert Festival of Chamber Music
The Mt. Desert Festival of Chamber Music takes pleasure in announcing its 47th anniversary season of summer concerts at the historic Neighborhood House in Northeast Harbor, Maine.
www.mtdesertfestival.org
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Thursday, July 22
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Northeast Harbor Farmer's Market
The best variety of fruits and vegetables including strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, apples, sweet corn, heirloom tomatoes and culinary herbs, smoked foods from hams to salmon, sourdough breads, focacias, Italian breads, hearth breads, free-range pork, beef, lamb, and rabbit. On Huntington Road across from
the Kimball Terrace Inn
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Thursday, July 22
4:30PM - 7PM | Thursdays on Main Street - Bluesboy Review Band
Join us Thursday nights on Main Street in Northeast Harbor for live street music, stores open late and gallery openings. Restaurants and store may have specials with galleries having openings throughout the season.
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Saturday, July 24
10:00AM | Somesville Library Childrens Event
Come see the complete Caldecott Award winning collection and be a part of the Somesville Library children's book award committee. Storytime at 10am, crafts including creating your very own book award, snacks and free books. This event is FREE and geared toward ages 3-9. For more information contact the library at 244-7404.
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Sun. July 25 to Fri. July 30 International One Design World Championships
IOD Worlds Registration, Skippers’ Meeting and Cocktail Registration will be held on July 25th. Racing begins on the 26th and ends on the 30th.
Other Information: IOD Worlds Awards Dinner will be held July 30th at 1800 hours.
Check out the Northeast Harbor Fleet's IOD site: http://nehiodfleet.org/
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Thursday, July 29
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Northeast Harbor Farmer's Market
The best variety of fruits and vegetables including strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, apples, sweet corn, heirloom tomatoes and culinary herbs, smoked foods from hams to salmon, sourdough breads, focacias, Italian breads, hearth breads, free-range pork, beef, lamb, and rabbit. on Huntington Road across from
the Kimball Terrace Inn
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Thursday, July 29
4:30PM - 7PM | Thursday on Main Street - The Tumblers
Join us Thursday nights on Main Street in Northeast Harbor for live street music, stores open late and gallery openings. Restaurants and store may have specials with galleries having openings throughout the season.
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| AUGUST 2010 |
Tuesday, August 3
6 PM to 8 PM | Mount Desert Nursing Association - Summer Lecture Series: Sudama Mark Kennedy will present on Spiritual Healing
The Mount Desert Nursing Association is sponsoring a series of health-focused lectures in their Summer Lecture Series. The lectures will be held on July 6, July 20, August 3, and August 17 in the Mellon Room at the Northeast Harbor Library.
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Tuesday evenings at 8:15 p.m.
August 3, 10, 17 | The Mt. Desert Festival of Chamber Music
The Mt. Desert Festival of Chamber Music takes pleasure in announcing its 47th anniversary season of summer concerts at the historic Neighborhood House in Northeast Harbor, Maine.
www.mtdesertfestival.org
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Wednesday, 4th
| Bike Bonanza and Ice Cream Social!
A parade and ice-cream sundaes - need we say more? Our largest public event of the summer, this all-ages event is a great opportunity to have a little fun, and enjoy an ice cream sundae complete with the world famous NHH homemade hot fudge sauce. We'll provide all the sparkles, spangles, balloons and streamers to decorate your bike or scooter - all you need to bring is a smile and your appetite!
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Thursday, August 5
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Northeast Harbor Farmer's Market
The best variety of fruits and vegetables including strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, apples, sweet corn, heirloom tomatoes and culinary herbs, smoked foods from hams to salmon, sourdough breads, focacias, Italian breads, hearth breads, free-range pork, beef, lamb, and rabbit. On Huntington Road across from
the Kimball Terrace Inn
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Thursday, August 5, 2-7 PM; August 6, 10-7:00; and August 7, 10-5 PM  | Fine Arts & Crafts Show - The Neighborhood House
inside and on the grounds of the Neighborhood House in Northeast Harbor. The organizers, Jodie Perry, jeweler; and Linda Perrin, glassblower, have selected thirty five distinguished artisans in a variety of mediums to participate. Many of the exhibitors are quite local, while some are from other parts of ME or New England.
In the beauty of the Neighborhood House, we create a simple direct marketplace where artisans bring their wares and meet the community face-to-face. It's a relaxed, elegant and uncomplicated atmosphere,
with no admission charge, and a delightful Thursday evening wine and cheese opening.
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Thursday, August 5
4:30PM - 7PM | Thursday on Main Street - Niteboat
Join us Thursday evenigs on Main Street in Northeast Harbor for live street music, stores open late and gallery openings. Restaurants and store may have specials with galleries having openings throughout the season.
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Saturday, August 7
9AM - 12:00 Noon | Seal Harbor Library Fair and Book Sale
Stop by the Village Green and browse the books at one of Seal Harbor's annual summer traditions. For further information please contact the library at 276-5306.
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Saturday, August 7
10AM - 1:00PM | Mount Desert Nursery School Annual Summer Fair & Silent Auction
Games & prizes, bounce house, train rides, and food. Plus a large silent auction featuring an original Dan Falt sculpture, original artwork, glider rides for 2 and more. Local vendors, childrens tag sale & bake sale as well. For more information call the school at 276-5563.
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Thursday, August 12
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Northeast Harbor Farmer's Market
The best variety of fruits and vegetables including strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, apples, sweet corn, heirloom tomatoes and culinary herbs, smoked foods from hams to salmon, sourdough breads, focacias, Italian breads, hearth breads, free-range pork, beef, lamb, and rabbit. On Huntington Road across from
the Kimball Terrace Inn
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Thursday, August 12
4:30PM - 7PM | Thursday Night Out on Main Street - STREET FESTIVAL! - Blue Hill Brass Band
Join us Thursday evenings on Main Street in Northeast Harbor for live street music, stores open late and gallery openings. Restaurants and store may have specials with galleries having openings throughout the season.
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Tuesday, August 17
6 PM to 8 PM | Mount Desert Nursing Association - Summer Lecture Series
The Mount Desert Nursing Association is sponsoring a series of health-focused lectures in their Summer Lecture Series. The lectures will be held on July 6, July 20, August 3, and August 17 in the Mellon Room at the Northeast Harbor Library.
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Saturday, August 7
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Somesville Library Annual Books and Blueberry Items Sale
Children's games, Blueberry items and crafts sale table, Blueberry Food table and plenty of BOOKS! On the library lawn by the millpond. Lots of bargains and lots of fun.
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Thursday, August 19
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Northeast Harbor Farmer's Market
The best variety of fruits and vegetables including strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, apples, sweet corn, heirloom tomatoes and culinary herbs, smoked foods from hams to salmon, sourdough breads, focacias, Italian breads, hearth breads, free-range pork, beef, lamb, and rabbit. On Huntington Road across from
the Kimball Terrace Inn
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Thursday, August 19
4:30PM - 7PM | Thursday Night Out on Main Street - Roberta DeMuro
Join us Thursday evenings on Main Street in Northeast Harbor for live street music, stores open late and gallery openings. Restaurants and store may have specials with galleries having openings throughout the season.
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Thursday, August 26
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Northeast Harbor Farmer's Market
The best variety of fruits and vegetables including strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, apples, sweet corn, heirloom tomatoes and culinary herbs, smoked foods from hams to salmon, sourdough breads, focacias, Italian breads, hearth breads, free-range pork, beef, lamb, and rabbit. On Huntington Road across from
the Kimball Terrace Inn
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| SEPTEMBER 2010 |
Monday, September 6
| Labor Day
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| OCTOBER 2010 |
Saturday, October 9
11:30 AM to 6:00 PM Oktoberfest
Fifteenth annual Acadia Oktoberfest, International Food Festival and Craft Fair. Music, entertainment and all Maine products under giant tents (rain or shine) at Smugglers Den Campground on Route 102 in Southwest Harbor.
Recognized as one of the outstanding festivals in the country. From 11:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Call 207-244-9264 or 800-423-9264.
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Sunday, October 17
8:00 AM Mount Desert Island Marathon
The Mount Desert Island Marathon features a hilly and scenic route which runs along the Atlantic Ocean, lakes, forests, and quaint villages.
Many runners more than welcome the challenge, as well as the stunningly beautiful backdrop of Acadia National Park during peak fall foliage season.
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| NOVEMBER 2010 |
Thursday, November 25 Thanksgiving
Let us give thanks for our beautiful area, friends and family. Let us reach out to those less fortunate.
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| DECEMBER 2010 |
Saturday, December 25 Christmas
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
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If your organization would like an event listed on the calendar, please email information to info@mountdesertchamber.org.
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