Calendar
May
25 - 31
Monday, May 25th
Memorial Day.
Tuesday, May 26th
Invasive Plant Educational Workshop. 10am-3:30pm, Emerson Hall. Designed to help you understand invasive plant identification and management strategies. $0-20, sliding scale. Light snacks provided, please bring your own lunch. Portion of the day is in the field. Registration and info here.
Wednesday, May 27th
Wilson Museum Opening Day for the 2026 Season. 10-5pm, Wilson Museum & Perkins Gallery.
June
1 - 7
Monday, June 1st
FLASH! in the Pans. 7:30-9pm, Castine Town Dock. The Blue Hill-based steel band that is know far and wide for their energy, skill and musical variety returns for an exciting summertime event for all ages. Attendance is free. Donations gladly accepted! Details here.
Tuesday, June 2nd
Opportunity Fund Grantee Celebration. 4pm, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Castine. Help us celebrate the work of the congregation’s grantees made possible by the generosity of Deborah Pulliam, on Deborah’s birthday, Details here.
Saturday, June 6th
Family Friendly Printmaking Workshop. 3-4:30pm, Castine Historical Society. Participants will be able to make their own artwork inspired by the artwork of Francis Hamabe, celebrating the Maine coast. Snacks and drinks will also be provided. RSVP encouraged. Details here.
June
8 - 14
Tuesday, June 9th
Coast of Maine Organics Talk with Founder Carlos Quijano. 2-3:30pm, Witherle Memorial Library. Presented by the Castine Garden Club and the Library. Refreshments will be served, and all are welcome. Details here.
Friday, June 12th
Adams School 8th Grade Graduation. 12:30pm, Unitarian Universalist Congrational Meeting House. Come celebrate our wonderful 8th graders as they finish their time at Adams School before heading off to high school. You can see the Adams School calendar here.
June
15 - 21
Saturday, June 20th
Francis Hamabe’s Maine: A Life in Art Opening Reception. 5-7pm, Castine Historical Society. This lively exhibition features more than forty original works of art by renowned silkscreener, painter, graphic designer, and puppeteer, Francis Hamabe. RSVP and details here.
June
22 - 28
Tuesday, June 23rd
Castine Arts Association Annual Meeting. 5:30pm, The Castine Inn. Delicious hors d'oeuvres provided by the CAA Board members. Cash bar opens at 5:30pm, with the business meeting starting at 6:15pm. You can find CAA details here.
Sunday, June 28th
A Music Gala. Supporting the Community Care and Outreach effort of the Trinitarian Congregational Parish of Castine (often called the Main Street Church), which organizes and manages several programs to help our neighbors in need. Details to come.
Sunday, June 28th
Hands-On History Open House. 2-5pm, Wilson Museum. Our Hands-On History Open House is fun for all ages, especially kids! Our Hands-On History Days are offered every Wednesday and Sunday afternoon in July and August. All activities are kid-friendly, open to the public, and free.
general note: There is a wedding in town this weekend. Cheers to the happy couple!
June 29
- July 5
Saturday, July 4th
Independence Day. All day, throughout Castine. Details to come!
Lobster Roll Sale. Supporting the Community Care and Outreach effort of the Trinitarian Congregational Parish of Castine (often called the Main Street Church), which organizes and manages several programs to help our neighbors in need. Details to come.
July
6 - 12
Sunday, July 12th - Thursday, July 16th
Maine Maritime Academy Training Cruise Commences. Students expected to return to Castine during this time. Details regarding the summer port calls here.
July
13 - 19
Tuesday, July 14th
Bastille Day. All day, throughout Castine. Details to come!
Friday, July 17th
Castine Town Band Performance. 6-7pm, Wilson Museum’s Shore Lot. Bring a chair and enjoy the Castine Town Band’s free outdoor concert performed along the picturesque shores of Penobscot Bay. In the case of rain, the performance will be held at Emerson Hall. Details here.
July
20 - 26
Thursday, July 23rd
Lecture with Jerome Magnifico “Lost Architectural Gems of Old Castine”. 6-7:30pm, Emerson Hall, hosted by Castine Historical Societ. Join Castine historian Jerome Magnifico for a fascinating photographic journey back to 19th and early 20th century Castine. Details and registration here.
Friday, July 24th
Castine House & Garden Tour. 10am-4pm, throughout Castine. The Tour features 12 beautiful homes and 3 gracious gardens in the scenic village of Castine. Rain or shine. Details and tickets on the Tour website here.
Saturday, July 25th
Art Under the Elms. 10am-4pm, Town Common. After a successful event in 2025, Art Under the Elms returns for what is sure to be a lovely day on the green with artists, music, delicious food, and cool beverages. Admission is free. Announcement here. Details and artist application here.
July 27
- August 2
August
3 - 9
Saturday, August 8th
Young Entrepreneurs Market. 11am-1pm, Town Common. Last year’s wildly successful market concept returns! We welcome anyone aged 14 and younger to have a free booth. Just email mainesyouthmarket@gmail.com.
August
10 - 16
Wednesday, August 12th - Saturday, August 15th
The Downeast Art & Antiques Show. Preview party August 12th, with the show August 13th - 15th. Details to come here.
Thursday, August 13th
Pulliam Lecture with Carl Little. 7-8pm. Join Castine Historical Society for our annual Pulliam Lecture with curator of Francis Hamabe’s Maine: A Life in Art, Carl Little. This talk will explore Hamabe’s life and career in Downeast Maine, and his connections to Castine. Details to follow here.
Saturday, August 15th
Wilson Museum at the Blue Hill Maritime Heritage Festival. 10am-4pm. Come find us under the big tent to make wooden boats and rope the old fashioned way! All ages invited. Details here.
general note: There is a wedding in town this weekend. Cheers to the happy couple!
August
17 - 23
Thursday, August 20th
Castine Historical Society Annual Meeting. 4-6pm. Details to follow here.
Saturday, August 22nd
Wilson Museum Artisan Market & Picnic. 10am-5pm, Wilson Museum. The Market is our way of promoting and supporting today’s fine artisans and craftspeople on and around the Blue Hill Peninsula and beyond, inspired by our history and our mission. Details here.
August
24 - 30
Saturday, August 29th
Castine Historical Society Bean Supper and Volunteer Appreciation. 5-7pm. Maine bean suppers are a traditional way for communities to gather, chat, and break bread over a good meal. In that spirit, we’re inviting our local community to join us to celebrate the season. Details to follow here.
August 31
- Sept 6
Tuesday, September 1st
Demystifying Plastic Pollution with Dr. Charlie Rolsky. 6-7pm, Wilson Museum Hutchins Education Center. Explore the complexities of our relationship with plastic in an engaging discussion led by plastic pollution expert, Dr. Charlie Rolsky of the Shaw Institute. Details here.
September
7 - 13
Monday, September 7th
Labor Day.
Saturday, September 12th
Castine Film Festival. All Day, Delano Theatre.
September
14 - 20
Sept
21 - 27
Thursday, September 24th
Penobscot Expedition Talk and Archive Tour with Dr. Liam Riordan. 5-7:30pm, Join Dr. Liam Riordan of the University of Maine for a lecture on the Penobscot Expedition, to honor the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Details to follow here.
Friday, September 25th - Sunday, September 27th
Maine Maritime Academy Homecoming Weekend. Details to come here.
Sept 28
- October 4
Wednesday, September 30th
Wilson Museum Last Day of the Season. 10am-5pm, Wilson Museum & Perkins Gallery.
Archived Calendar
April
13 - 19
Wednesday, April 15th
Sashiko Workshop. 10am-12pm, Witherle Memorial Library (downstairs). Make a Sashiko Pincushion! Learn about this Japanese embroidery technique and create a useful and beautiful object. Three two-hour workshops (April 1, 8, 15). Registration and details here.
Thursday, April 16th
Potluck and a Movie Night: Penguin Lessons. Potluck starts at 5:30pm followed by the film at 6:30pm (you can opt to just come for the film), Emerson Hall. Hosted by Castine Arts Association. Details here.
Saturday, April 18th
Castine Clean Up Day. 9am-12pm, starts at Wilson Museum’s Hutchins Center. Kicking off with a Waffle Bar and 44 North Coffee, then head to town to help clean up Castine in celebration of Earth Day. Invitation here. More details here.
Composting Workshop. 12:45pm, Witherle Memorial Library (downstairs). Learn how to turn your vegetable scraps into rich garden soil. 15-minute presentation followed by Q&A. Event details here. Composting Starter Guide Trifold shared at the event here.
A Little Afternoon Music. 1:30-2:30pm, Witherle Memorial Library. Heather Emanuelson performs. Details here.
Sunday, April 19th
Graham Platner Town Hall. 3pm, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Castine. Platner is running for the US Senate in November. This event is his first Town Hall in Castine. All are welcome.
April
20 - 26
Wednesday, April 22nd
CAA-Witherle Play Reading Group: “A Doll’s House Part 2”. 4:30-6pm, Witherle Memorial Library. Part two of two readings of A Doll’s House Part 2 by Lucas Hnath. Copies of the script are available at the library. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served. Details here.
Saturday, April 25th
A Little Afternoon Music. 1:30-2:30pm, Witherle Memorial Library. James Brubeck performs. Details here.
Sunday, April 26th
Lecture on Invasive Plants. 1-3pm, Rural Hall, 680 Surry Road in Surry. Cosponsored by Surry Garden Club and Evergreen Garden Club.
April 27
- May 3
Monday, April 27th
MMA Student Business Plan Competition. 6-8pm, Alfond Student Center (Harborview Room). In partnership with Rising Tide Media, student business plan ideas will come to life in a live pitch competition worth $4000. All are welcome. Vote for the People’s Choice Winners! Details here.
Thursday, April 30th
Potluck and a Movie Night: October Sky. Potluck starts at 5:30pm followed by the film at 6:30pm (you can opt to just come for the film), Emerson Hall. Hosted by Castine Arts Association. Details here.
H.O.M.E.'s 2026 Annual Meeting and Free Potluck Dinner. 5:30 pm-7:30pm, St. Vincent de Paul Church (60 Franklin St. in Bucksport). Folks are invited to bring a dish to share, but it is not required. Invitation here.
Friday, May 1st
Botanical Eco Printing Workshop with artist and educator Katama Murray. 1-4pm, Hutchins Education Center, Wilson Museum. Transform ordinary plants into unique, colorful imprints through the process of eco-printing. Event and registration details here.
Saturday, May 2nd
Maine Maritime Academy Commencement Ceremony. 11.30am, Alexander Field House. For a full commencement schedule, as well as a link to watch online, visit here.
Sunday, May 3rd
Maine Maritime Academy Training Cruise Commences. Portland, Maine. Details regarding the summer port calls here.
May
4 - 10
Monday, May 4th
Public Informational Meeting to review May 9th Town Meeting WARRANT. 4pm, Emerson Hall. The Selectboard, Town Manager and Finance Officer take this opportunity to review and answer questions the voters have to prepare for the Saturday, May 9th, Town Meeting.
Saturday, May 9th
Castine Town Meeting. 8:30am, Emerson Hall. You can see the Town Warrant here.
May
11 - 17
Tuesday, May 12th
Exploration in Wood: A Hands-On Woodworking Workshop with Aaron Margolis. 6-7:30pm, Wilson Museum Hutchins Education Center. A workshop based on curiosity, we will deconstruct a log, to learn how the lifecycle/biography of a tree is made. Registration and details here.
Thursday, May 14th
Potluck and a Movie Night: Marty. Potluck starts at 5:30pm followed by the film at 6:30pm (you can opt to just come for the film), Emerson Hall. Hosted by Castine Arts Association. Details here.
Saturday, May 16th
The Animal and Wood: A Hands-On Woodworking Workshop with Aaron Margolis. 1-5pm, Wilson Museum Hutchins Education Center. Construct, carve and otherwise fashion animals (real or imagined). Please bring 3 materials that inspire you. Registration and details here.
May
18 - 24
Wednesday, May 20th
Castine Community Storywalk Celebration.1-2pm, Storywalk, at the corner of Court and Spring Streets. Celebrating the completion of the Storywalk and the native plantings that have been installed around the pathway. With many thanks to the volunteers and partners.
Saturday, May 23rd
Castine Garden Club Plant Sale and Adams School Bake Sale, sponsored by the 8th Grade Class. 9am, Emerson Hall. Annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetable seedlings, geraniums, from the Garden Club. Tasty treats on offer from the 8th grade class, with proceeds supporting their class trip.
Saturday, May 23rd
Opening Day for Francis Hamabe’s Maine: A Life in Art. 10am-4pm, Castine Historical Society. Hamabe’s artworks are a love letter to Maine. Curated by Carl Little, a curator, art critic, and friend of Hamabe, Francis Hamabe’s Maine is a joyful exploration of an artist’s interpretation of Maine.