A discussion space to share, listen and support each other while acknowledging differing experiences, facilitated by Downeast Restorative Justice. Upcoming topics include Grief (July 9), Affordability (August 13), and Communication & Conflict (September 10). Event registration: https://nehlibrary.libcal.com/event/15854593

Steven DePaul spent two decades touring the world with rock bands including The Eagles, Joni Mitchell, The Grateful Dead, Crosby, Stills & Nash, and Bruce Springsteen. After a storied career navigating all that lies beneath the glitz and glamour of the music industry, he’s written a mystery/thriller series that delivers on the excitement of the rock star life - "Rock & Roll Confidential." Register to attend: https://nehlibrary.libcal.com/event/16634367

Mike Coffin, PhD will present the evidence and likely causes of Earth’s five mass extinction events over its ~4.5 billion year history, and share the measurements that suggest a sixth may now be underway. Registration required: https://nehlibrary.libcal.com/event/16634348

Pianist, composer, and Berklee professor Laszlo Gardony will perform a free-to-attend jazz performance featuring original compositions and reimagined standards. Gardony is a winner of the Great American Jazz Piano Competition and has been celebrated in a number of publications including the New York Times and DownBeat Magazine's "Best of the Year" list. Registration is required: https://nehlibrary.libcal.com/event/16634322

Noted architect Thomas Kligerman celebrates the magic of summer, exploring the seaside setting and design of secluded cottages along the Atlantic coast. Copies of his new book "Summer By The Sea" will be available for sale and signing. Register to attend for free: https://nehlibrary.libcal.com/event/16634311

A free performance by internationally-touring singer/songwriter Caroline Cotter. Cotter’s sunlit songs honor the countless ways of being human. With her honeyed voice and disarmingly honest lyrics, Cotter sings about connection, nostalgia, gratitude, loss and wanderlust. Registration required: https://nehlibrary.libcal.com/event/16903744

In connection with the current exhibition and new book By Design: The Worlds of Betsy James Wyeth, a collaboration between the Farnsworth Art Museum, the Colby College Museum of Art, and the Brandywine Museum of Art, the director of the Farnsworth’s Wyeth Study Center, Dr. William L. Coleman shares new discoveries about the often overlooked designer and creative advisor who was a precondition for the paintings of her husband, the artist Andrew Wyeth. Reserve a seat: https://nehlibrary.libcal.com/event/16634271

Here is a time to play with the possibilities of felting, beading slow stitching on a variety of fabric, including the felt you made!.
ArtWaves has a selection of textures: feathers, actual barnacles, beautiful beads and some techniques to explore. The camaraderie of sharing ideas makes it a wonderful experience.
Once you have a dozen or so barnacles ( caution :it is a tad addictive) see which fabrics and frames enhance them so you end up with your own unique piece they work as wall hangings, earrings and and patches for your favorite clothing! All materials , tools, and tea included. $42 workshop price - or $32 for members

https://www.artwavesmdi.org/ for more information

Join SkyeFitness us for an energizing Barre pop-up class that blends elements of ballet-inspired movement, Pilates, strength training, and mindful stretching. This low-impact, full-body workout is designed to build strength, improve posture, increase flexibility, and leave participants feeling balanced and empowered. Class will include a warm-up, guided barre and mat-based exercises, light sculpting movements, core work, and a restorative cool-down. All levels are welcome, and modifications will be offered so participants can move at their own pace. No dance experience is required. Participants should wear comfortable workout clothing and bring a water bottle. For more information visit www.artwavesmdi.org

Transfer reality to artistry with ink, wax and watercolor on delicate rice-paper. Learn ancient techniques, play with layering color and go home with two wonderful paintings. All materials and step by step instructions are provided at the spacious ArtWaves Studio in Town Hill.

Teens/Adults of all skill levels. The class is equally effective for beginners, professional artists and those taking the course multiple times. Information at https://www.artwavesmdi.org/

In this introductory workshop, immerse yourself in the meditative art of marbling on paper. Marbling is an art process with a long history and roots in many different countries. It involves floating paints on a liquid surface and using tools and the natural flow of the materials to create beautiful designs that can be printed on paper. Unleash your inner child and embrace the joy of experimentation! With your own marbling vat at hand, delve into a world of color and pattern play. 

Starting with the foundational stone pattern, we will explore some simple combing patterns and image-making techniques. By the end, each participant will depart with a collection of uniquely marbled paper sheets, several marbled greeting cards to be given to loved ones, and access to marbling instructions for continued exploration at home.

https://www.artwavesmdi.org/

Part 2 of a two day workshop is an introduction to the fascinating and historied art of water marbling. Marbling is a process in which paints are floated on a liquid surface and worked into patterns using different methods and tools. The pattern or image is then transferred to paper, fabric, or object. We will cover how to choose the correct materials and how to prepare them for the optimal marbling experience.
Then we will explore color theory by designing a personal color palette that will be used in our marbling lesson.
This is a two session class July 17th and 18th . For more information visit: https://www.artwavesmdi.org/

This 2 day workshop is an introduction to the fascinating and historied art of water marbling. Marbling is a process in which paints are floated on a liquid surface and worked into patterns using different methods and tools. The pattern or image is then transferred to paper, fabric, or object. We will cover how to choose the correct materials and how to prepare them for the optimal marbling experience.
Then we will explore color theory by designing a personal color palette that will be used in our marbling lesson.
This is a two session class July 17th and 18th . For more information visit: https://www.artwavesmdi.org/

Join Mah Jongg players from all around MDI for a fun afternoon of social play, lite lunch, raffle and Chinese Auction! Join us for a fun afternoon of social play, lite lunch, raffle & Chinese Auction benefitting and at The Neighborhood House. Bring your card, set and smiles! RSVP by July 8 as space is limited. Zelle or Venmo Wendy using 305-496-6025 and text her your name once you do.

Maine's Still Reading features 50 new portraits by photographer Buddy Doyle, capturing Mainers of all backgrounds curled up with their latest read in Adirondack chairs by the water, porch hammocks and armchairs in front of the fire. Each portrait includes original reflections from the readers themselves, sharing not just where they read, but why these moments and places matter to them. This volume goes beyond portraits to become your guide to Maine's literary landscape. Join us for insights on the project from photographer Buddy Doyle and contributors Jan Coates (Island Readers and Writers) and Martha Dudman (MDI-based author). Register: https://nehlibrary.libcal.com/event/17082539

Join Emmy Award winning producer and history teacher David Felsen to discuss his new book "New York City Monuments of Black Americans: A History and Guide. New York City is blessed with an incredible array of public sculptures. One overlooked aspect of this collection is its monuments of Black Americans, each with its own remarkable story. With this book and presentation, David Felsen reveals the stories behind thirty inspiring monuments that have endured, as well as how they found their place in the city’s history. Books will be available for sale and signing. Register: https://nehlibrary.libcal.com/event/16634275

Transfer reality to artistry with ink, wax and watercolor on delicate rice-paper. Learn ancient techniques, play with layering color and go home with two wonderful paintings. All materials and step by step instructions are provided at the spacious ArtWaves Studio in Town Hill.

Teens/Adults of all skill levels. The class is equally effective for beginners, professional artists and those taking the course multiple times. Information at https://www.artwavesmdi.org/

Maestro Nathaniel Meyer of the New Opera Company of Boston will give a free behind-the-scenes look at the 2026 BHMF Opera Production - the Mozart double bill of Bastien-Bastiènne and The Impresario. Hear insights about the company's creative process writing the new libretto (the original was lost) and learn about the exciting award-winning cast of singers and actors, with striking analysis of the music and live performances by Isaac Bray, Katelyn Parker Bray, and pianist Christina Spurling. Register: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/barharbormusicfestival/2232364

This second session expands on the first workshop by focusing on living systems within Acadia’s ecosystem, again using found natural objects and visual references rather than field observation. Participants will examine materials such as feathers, shells, pine needles, lichen, and seaweed forms, discussing how these elements reveal patterns of adaptation, resilience, and interconnection. We will examine some of the indigenous species unique to Acadia National Park, with attention to their habitats. Through sketching and material exploration, participants will learn how to abstract organic forms—translating botanical and ecological structures into simplified marks, layered shapes, and repeated motifs

For more information visit www.artwavesmdi.org

Join us for an excerpt screening of the new PBS Documentary by Ken Burns exploring the founding of the United States of America, with a focus on the spirit of service as a core American value. A conversation reflecting on the film and the role of service in civic engagement will follow, facilitated by Library Director Amy Wisehart and a representative of the Town of Mount Desert. Register: https://nehlibrary.libcal.com/event/16859648

Fun, festive evening featuring an art show along with a steel drum dance. Come visit the ArtWaves campus and leave with an amazing project and some fun memories!

For more information visit www.artwavesmdi.org

In this hands-on workshop at ArtWaves MDI, participants will explore the textures, colors, and patterns of Acadia National Park through a curated collection of found natural objects—such as stones, driftwood fragments, dried grasses, bark, and sea-worn materials. Using these objects as visual and tactile references, we will examine how shape, repetition, contrast, and surface inform our understanding of place.

For more information visit www.artwavesmdi.org

In this engaging two-hour workshop, students will explore the expressive possibilities of soft pastels through bold, gestural mark-making. Using the innovative Mi-Teintes Velvet paper—known for its uniquely textured surface—participants will create a dynamic landscape full of movement, color, and depth and bring home a 9 x 12 pastel painting.

For more information visit www.artwavesmdi.org