Upcoming events.

Art in Nature Fall Series - Autumnal Gouache Workshop
Oct
5

Art in Nature Fall Series - Autumnal Gouache Workshop

Local Artist, Corinna D’Schoto joins us again to demonstrate gouache! Gouache is a water-based paint that is known for its opacity. Whether you’re already familiar with it, or using it for the first time, join us for a fun and informative workshop.

Bring a blanket, chair or something comfortable to sit on and join IIT and Corinna to take in the unique qualities of Islesboro’s Blueberry Hill this fall.

Space is for this workshop is limited. To sign up, contact Chloe Joule: cjoule@islesboroislandstrust.org or (207) 734-6907).

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IIT Nature Center Informational Gathering
Oct
4

IIT Nature Center Informational Gathering

IIT is thrilled to be building a new office and classroom at our Blueberry Hill Preserve and we want to hear from you!

On Saturday, September 20 and again on October 4, IIT will be hosting an informational get together at the Alice L Pendleton Library.

Join IIT Executive Director, Chloe Joule, to enjoy coffee and goodies, hear about the new facility and ask questions.

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Ecstatic Dance
Sep
22

Ecstatic Dance

A monthly dance party in Community Hall on the full moon AND new moon — one hour of free style dancing to a great playlist, no skills required!

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IIT Nature Center Informational Gathering
Sep
20

IIT Nature Center Informational Gathering

IIT is thrilled to be building a new office and classroom at our Blueberry Hill Preserve and we want to hear from you!

On Saturday, September 20 and again on October 4, IIT will be hosting an informational get together at the Alice L Pendleton Library.

Join IIT Executive Director, Chloe Joule, to enjoy coffee and goodies, hear about the new facility and ask questions.

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Community Park Farmers Market
Sep
4

Community Park Farmers Market

  • Islesboro Community Center - Community Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Located in Community Park, each Thursday you'll find folks gathered for fresh produce and flowers, olive oil, meat and cheese, live music, local art and crafts, Burgers from The Big Island Grill, and Bluewater Bakery's famous morning buns!  

Visit https://www.islesborocommunitycenter.org/farmers-market for more info and a full list of vendors.

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Community Park Farmers Market
Aug
28

Community Park Farmers Market

  • Islesboro Community Center - Community Park (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Located in Community Park, each Thursday you'll find folks gathered for fresh produce and flowers, olive oil, meat and cheese, live music, local art and crafts, Burgers from The Big Island Grill, and Bluewater Bakery's famous morning buns!  

Visit https://www.islesborocommunitycenter.org/farmers-market for more info and a full list of vendors.

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Summer Star Party!
Aug
27

Summer Star Party!

Summer Star Party! - Wednesday, August 27, 8:30pm @ Blueberry Hill

Take in the night sky at IIT’s Blueberry Hill Preserve! Astronomer John Meader, of Northern Stars Planetarium, joins us during August’s New Moon on Wednesday, August 27, to point out the stars and constellations over eastern Penobscot Bay. Bring binoculars for better viewing and a blanket to sit on.

IIT programs are free and open to all. For further information, reach out to Chloe Joule at cjoule@islesboroislandstrust.org or (207) 734-6907.

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Up Island Church Monthly Farmers Market
Aug
24

Up Island Church Monthly Farmers Market

On the fourth Sunday of the month look for our Monthly Market featuring fresh baked pastries and bread, handcrafted items, yard sale finds, eggs, pickles, preserves, and produce. It starts at 12noon and closes at 3. If you wish to participate as a vendor, please contactSandy Oliver at 734-8140 or sandyoliver47@gmail.com.  Space can be reserved for a suggested donation of $10.

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Up Island Church Music Series - Annadeene Konesni Fowler and Tom Fowler
Aug
23

Up Island Church Music Series - Annadeene Konesni Fowler and Tom Fowler

The Hot Suppers, including former islanders Annadeene Konesni Fowler, Tom Fowler, and Pete Davis,

plays Americana dance-band music, showcasing a mix of original and vintage blues, country and rock and roll. Their music is marked by huge vocal harmonies, sweet instrumental moments and propulsive rhythms.

Suggested donation of $20 per person at the door*.

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Apple Stewardship Talk with Dan Tutor
Aug
23

Apple Stewardship Talk with Dan Tutor

IIT’s Blueberry Hill is home to apple trees of all ages, shapes and sizes. Some are older than we know and likely the product of unintentional apple trees created from feeding livestock. Some are the first stages of IIT’s heritage apple orchard that we have been expanding on annually for the past three seasons.

On Saturday, August 23, join IIT with Dan Tutor to learn what you can do to tend, prune and protect your trees at all stages of life.

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