Winterfest 2023

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Join Healthy Island Project and local community organizations for a full day of family fun, food, and fireworks at various Island venues!

Valentine’s Contra Dance

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Love is in the air and on the dance floor and at the Opera House! Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a contra dance with Molly Gawler and Steve ‘Shepsi’ Eaton.

Reach: The Maine Employer Summit | Maine Department of Labor

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What is it? A one-day event for employers looking for resources and solutions to reach toward workforce goals hosted by the State of Maine in partnership with the State Workforce Board. Who should attend?
Employers looking for resources and solutions to workforce challenges.

Wings, Waves & Woods Festival 2023 | IHT

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The Wings, Waves, & Woods festival comprises a mix of birding, nature, historical walks, and activities. Island Heritage Trust is welcoming ALL birders: families and beginners!

HAND/EYE Exhibit Reception with Artists | DIAA

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The Deer Isle Artists Association celebrates the creation of art with their second show of the season, “Hand and Eye,” which runs from June 13 – 26. The public is invited to a reception with the artists on June 16, from 3 – 5 PM.

Monarch Morning at The Garden Project

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Families are invited to join Island Heritage Trust and Ready by 21 Mentoring for our first Project Monarch event of the Summer to celebrate pollinators in our community!

Bud Carter Memorial Scholarship Concert | OHA

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This celebratory concert not only showcases the talent of the young winners, but also is the primary source of funding for these scholarships, which provide direct support for the music education of island students.

PORTRAITS Exhibit Reception with Artists | DIAA

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Those who believe that “Portraits” pertain to a select style of media will be astonished at the breadth of work displayed at the Deer Isle Artists Association Gallery from June 27 – July 9. The public is invited to a reception with the artists on Friday, June 30, 3 – 5 PM.

DIS Historical Society Closing Day

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DIS Historical Society will close for the season. Archives will still be open Wednesdays through Fridays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Island Women Speak | Opera House Arts

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Don’t miss this evening of storytelling, honesty, warmth, and humor as seven accomplished women from Deer Isle and Stonington each take the stage to deliver a five-minute personal story she’s written under the direction of Debbie Weil.

Total Eclipse From the Rock

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Don't wait another 60 years to view a total solar eclipse! And don't fight the crowds further north.

Wings, Waves & Woods Festival

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The Festival offers a mix of activities surrounding birding, boating, nature, history, and creativity.

Recurring Event Shapes of Spring | DIAA

Shapes of Spring | DIAA

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The Deer Isle Artists Association’s 2024 season is here! With an excellent lineup of shows, including the popular 12X12 (X12) and a brand new collaboration show, there will be exciting art for visitors to the gallery to observe. Opening the summer lineup is “Shapes of Spring,” featuring art by Mary Eaton, Carol Ann Fer, Susan […]

Bridge Walk | 85th Anniversary Celebration

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Walk the Bridge! Deer Isle-Sedgwick Bridge One Hour Closure June 16 for 85th Anniversary Celebration Music, food, activities to entertain and educate at Bridge End Park