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SUMMARY:Hancock County Sheriff Candidates Forum
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Blue Hill Public Library \nOn this year’s election ballot\, there are two candidates to choose from to be Hancock County’s next sheriff; Republican Corey Bagley and Democrat Dakota Dupuis. \nThe event will take place in BHPL’s main room. Candidates will take questions posed by reporters from The Rising Tide\, The Penobscot Bay Press\, and The Mount Desert Islander\,  and the audience.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/hancock-county-sheriff-candidates-forum/
LOCATION:Blue HIll Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Road\, Blue Hill\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ellsworth\, Meet the School Board & Library Trustee Candidates
DESCRIPTION:New this year! Connect with candidates for the Ellsworth School Board and Ellsworth Public Library Board of Trustees in an informal\, conversational setting. Bring your questions\, introduce yourself\, and learn more about the people interested in serving our schools and library.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/ellsworth-meet-the-school-board-library-trustee-candidates/
LOCATION:Ellsworth Public Library\, 20 State Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T190000
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SUMMARY:Ellsworth Canvass with The Maine Democrats
DESCRIPTION:Talking to voters face-to-face is the best way to earn their support for Democrats up and down the ticket and beat Susan Collins. \nDon’t worry if you’ve never done a canvassing shift before\, there will be training and Q&A before the shift starts! \nJoin us at 4:00pm on Wednesdays or at 10:00 am\, 1:00 pm\, or 4:00pm on Saturday and/or Sunday at the Hancock County Democratic Committee Offices at 53 Church St\, Ellsworth to get trained and hit the doors to speak with voters! Please join us on the day and time of your choice. You can sign up here: www.mobilize.us/mainecoordinated/?show_all_events=true&tag_ids=34039 \nJust bring yourself\, a fully charged phone and plenty of energy for a great day of canvassing! \nYou should also go to your App Store or Google Play Store and download the MiniVAN app and create an account if you don’t have one already. \niOS: https://apple.co/34ctpME \nAndroid: https://tinyurl.com/androidminivan \nSIGN UP TO CANVASS
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/ellsworth-canvass-with-the-maine-democrats-3/
LOCATION:HCDC Office\, 53 Church Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
DTSTAMP:20261015T195741Z
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SUMMARY:Bucksport: Canvass with the Maine Dems
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays at 10 am\, 1 pm\, and Tuesdays at 4 pm\nWe meet at 12 Main St\, Field of Valor Veterans Memorial \nTalking to voters face-to-face is the best way to earn their support for Democrats up and down the ticket and beat Susan Collins — but we’re running out of time. Can we count on you to knock with us? \nSign up to join us in Bucksport. \nDon’t worry if you’ve never done a canvassing shift before\, there will be training and Q&A before the shift starts! \nYou can sign up to canvas in the morning\, afternoon\, or evening – we will be meeting at 10:00 am\, 1:00 pm\, and Tuesdays at 4:00 PM on Saturdays in in Bucksport to get trained and hit the doors to speak with voters. \nJust bring yourself\, a fully charged phone and plenty of energy for a great day of canvassing! \nCan’t wait to see you soon!
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/bucksport-canvass-tuesday/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T120000
DTSTAMP:20261016T143604Z
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SUMMARY:Bucksport: Canvass with the Maine Dems
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays and Sundays at 9 am and noon.\nWe meet at 12 Main St\, Field of Valor Veterans Memorial \nTalking to voters face-to-face is the best way to earn their support for Democrats up and down the ticket and beat Susan Collins — but we’re running out of time. Can we count on you to knock with us? \nSign up to join us in Bucksport. \nDon’t worry if you’ve never done a canvassing shift before\, there will be training and Q&A before the shift starts! \nYou can sign up to canvas in the morning\, afternoon\, or evening – we will be meeting at 10:00 am\, 1:00 pm\, and Tuesdays at 4:00 PM on Saturdays in in Bucksport to get trained and hit the doors to speak with voters. \nJust bring yourself\, a fully charged phone and plenty of energy for a great day of canvassing! \n 
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/bucksport-canvass-with-the-maine-dems-2/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T133000
DTSTAMP:20261013T141944Z
CREATED:20260923T122612Z
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SUMMARY:NO KINGS\, Just Voters Rally and March: Ellsworth
DESCRIPTION:Ellsworth will be taking part in NO KINGS with a rally and March. There will be speakers and live music by Bowen Swersey and Friends. \nMedics and Peacekeepers will be on site. The march will be led by Veterans and go down Main Street.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/no-kings-just-voters-rally-and-march-ellsworth/
LOCATION:Ellsworth City Hall\, 1 City Hall Plaza\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T123000
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SUMMARY:No Kings Rally - Deer Isle
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Mill Pond Park in Deer Isle! \nLet’s get excited about voting! \nLet’s make our voices heard and our votes count. \nWe reject the idea that power belongs to kings\, billionaires\, or politicians who believe they are above the people and the law. \nWe decide who represents us. \nWe decide what comes next. \nVOTE VOTE VOTE
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/no-kings-rally-deer-isle-2/
LOCATION:Mill Pond Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T120000
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SUMMARY:No Kings: Vote Early Rally in Southwest Harbor
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join the Southwest Standers at 315 Main St to rally for early voting that upholds the endangered American ideals of liberty and justice for all. \n**We decide who represents us. We decide what comes next.** \nFor more than a year\, millions of people have come together to reject the idea that power belongs to kings\, billionaires\, or politicians who believe they are above the people and the law. \nNow\, we are taking the next step\, turning people power into voter power. Unlike previous No Kings actions\, No Kings: Vote Early\, is not purely a protest. Instead\, on October 17th\, it’s a day of nonpartisan voter participation: we are bringing **our community** together to make a plan to vote early and ensuring every eligible voter understands their options for how to vote and has the opportunity to make their voice heard. \nBecause no one person gets to decide our leaders before voters do. On October 17th\, join us in local events across the country as we get out the early vote and say it loud: no thrones\, no crowns\, no kings. \n*No Kings: Vote Early events are nonpartisan and are designed to increase participation from all eligible voters.* \n*A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events. Weapons of any kind\, including those legally permitted\, should not be brought to events.*
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/no-kings-sw-harbor_oct/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T110000
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SUMMARY:No Kings Rally - Bar Harbor
DESCRIPTION:On October 17th millions of Americans will rise up to defend our right to vote. \nThe Bar Harbor Resisters will be out on the village green from 10-11am providing voter guides\, information on how and where to vote\, and ride information. \nThis is a non-violent and non-partisan event.Our goal is to help our fellow citizens get out and vote. Please make sure that all signs reflect this message
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/no-kings-rally-bar-harbor-2/
LOCATION:Bar Harbor Village Green
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T110000
DTSTAMP:20261011T134417Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Donuts with Congressional Candidate Matt Dunlap
DESCRIPTION:Downeast needs you!\nSupport Matt Dunlap – our Democratic Candidate for US Congress \nSaturday\, Oct. 17th @ 9:00 – 11:00am \nGerrish’s Cafe in Winter Harbor \nCoffee\, donuts & FUN!
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/coffe-donuts-with-congressional-candidate-matt-dunlap/
LOCATION:Gerrish’s Cafe\, 352 Main St\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T170000
DTSTAMP:20260929T140143Z
CREATED:20260929T140143Z
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SUMMARY:Democracy Forum — Election 2026: What's on Your Ballot
DESCRIPTION:The League of Women Voters-Downeast will preview the upcoming elections and provide information about the ballot questions\, which races will use ranked choice voting\, how and when to vote\, etc. \nSpecial Guests: \n\nShenna Bellows\, Maine Secretary of State\nSteve Mistler\, Chief Political Correspondent and State House Bureau Chief\, Maine Public\n\nLearn more here. \nTune into the broadcast at 4:00 p.m.\, Friday\, October 16\, on WERU 89.9 FM Blue Hill\, streaming at weru.org. If you miss the broadcast\, check back here for the audio archive.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/democracy-forum-election-2026-whats-on-your-ballot/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T203000
DTSTAMP:20261009T131008Z
CREATED:20260730T151314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T131008Z
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SUMMARY:HCDC October Meeting: Representatives Gary Friedmann and Nina Milliken
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 15\, 2026 @ 7:00pm\nUnitarian Universalist Church and via Zoom \nFollowing brief business updates\, Representatives Gary Friedmann and Nina Milliken will talk about their visions for Maine and answer questions from the audience. \n\nSubjects will include: \n\n\nThe vision for the Democratic Party in the Legislature.\nThe 132nd Legislature’s response and bills enacted to address the policies of the current administration.\nPolicy priorities for the 133rd Legislature.\nThe prospects for a Democratic trifecta in Augusta and the possibilities this holds for Maine and the nation.\n\nRegister for Zoom. \n\n\nPre-registration required for Zoom attendance by noon the day before the meeting. You will receive a unique link you will need to use to join the meeting.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/hcdc-october-meeting-representatives-gary-friedmann-and-nina-milliken/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church\, 121 Bucksport Rd\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T190000
DTSTAMP:20261006T123111Z
CREATED:20261006T122826Z
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SUMMARY:Town Hall Meet and Greet with Ron Russell
DESCRIPTION:Candidate Ron Russell will hold a Town Hall style Meet and Greet event on Thursday\, October 15\, at 6pm at the Penobscot Community School. \nRon is one of the two candidates running for the Maine House to represent HD 17 – the towns of Bucksport\, Orland\, Penobscot\, and Verona Island. \nAll voters are invited to come to meet Ron and will have the opportunity to ask questions.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/town-hall-meet-and-greet-with-ron-russell/
LOCATION:Penobscot Community School\, 66 N.Penobscot Rd.\, Penobscot\, ME\, 04476
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T183000
DTSTAMP:20261015T141020Z
CREATED:20260929T134733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T141020Z
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SUMMARY:Candidate Forum: House District 13
DESCRIPTION:Featuring candidates Michael Cunningham (D) and Russell White (R)\, moderated by Cyndi Wood\, managing editor of the Ellsworth American. \nHouse District 13 includes Ellsworth\, Fletchers Landing Township\, and Waltham. The forum will take place at the Moore Community Center @5:30pm on Oct. 15. \nThere will be an opportunity for the members of the live audience to submit questions on notecards to be presented by the moderator. Questions may also be submitted in advance by email to downeast@lwvme.org. The forum will be livestreamed on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/LWVME.  The event will be recorded and a link to the recording will be available on the League’s website. \nThe forum is organized by the League of Women Voters – Downeast. Co-sponsors include The Ellsworth American and the Mount Desert Islander.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/candidate-forum-house-district-13/
LOCATION:Moore Community Center\, 125 State Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T183000
DTSTAMP:20261013T175418Z
CREATED:20260929T135650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T175418Z
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SUMMARY:Candidate Forum: District VII District Attorney
DESCRIPTION:Featuring candidates Bob Granger and Steve Juskewitch\, moderated by Cyndi Wood\, managing editor of the Ellsworth American. \n\n\n\nProsecutorial District VII covers Hancock and Washington Counties. \n\n\n\nThere will be an opportunity for the members of the live audience to submit questions on notecards to be presented by the moderator. Questions may also be submitted in advance by email to downeast@lwvme.org. The forum will be livestreamed on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/LWVME.  The event will be recorded and a link to the recording will be available on the League’s website. \n\n\n\nThe forum is organized by the League of Women Voters – Downeast. Co-sponsors include The Ellsworth American and the Mount Desert Islander.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/candidate-forum-district-vii-district-attorney/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T200000
DTSTAMP:20261013T174854Z
CREATED:20261001T141416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T174854Z
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SUMMARY:Ellsworth City Council Candidate Forum
DESCRIPTION:Hear from Ellsworth City Council candidates in a public forum moderated by Cyndi Wood\, Managing Editor of The Ellsworth American. Submit questions ahead of time to news@ellsworthamerican.com or on an index card at the event for possible inclusion.\n\nCan’t attend? Watch live or catch the recording on the City of Ellsworth’s YouTube channel.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/ellsworth-city-council-candidate-forum/
LOCATION:The Grand
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T120000
DTSTAMP:20260923T121305Z
CREATED:20260921T121037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T121305Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee with Candidate Dakota Dupuis
DESCRIPTION:Coffee with a Candidate — October 11th\nJoin candidate for Hancock County Sheriff\, Dakota Dupuis\, for a casual morning of coffee and conversation. \nThis is an opportunity to meet Dakota\, hear more about his experience with the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office\, learn about his vision and priorities for the future\, and have an open conversation about the issues that matter to our communities. \nNo speeches\, no formal agenda\, just good coffee\, conversation\, and an opportunity to get to know the candidate and ask questions
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/coffee-with-candidate-dakota-dupuis/
LOCATION:Sweet Cheeks Diner\, 214 US Route 1\, Bucksport\, ME\, 04416
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T190000
DTSTAMP:20261003T125813Z
CREATED:20261003T125716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261003T125813Z
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SUMMARY:Bangor Rally with Bernie Sanders and Troy Jackson
DESCRIPTION:Solidarity Forever Tour\nJoin U.S. Senate candidate Troy Jackson and Senator Bernie Sanders for a rally as part of Troy’s Solidarity Forever Tour across Maine. \nTroy is a fifth-generation logger who has spent his career fighting for working people. Come hear from Troy about why he’s running for U.S. Senate and from Senator Bernie Sanders about why Troy is the best person to fight for all Mainers. \nCross Insurance Center – Bangor \n4:00 PM: Doors open \n6:00 PM: Program begins \nRSVP does not guarantee entry. Parking is available in the garage across Main Street\, closer to the Woodrow entrance.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/bangor-rally-bernie-and-troy/
LOCATION:Cross Insurance Arena\, 1 Civic Center Square\, Portland\, ME\, 04101
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T193000
DTSTAMP:20260919T210325Z
CREATED:20260915T204453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T210325Z
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SUMMARY:Matt Dunlap Town Hall in Ellsworth
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, October 6\n6 – 7:30pm\nEllsworth Public Library \nFrom Matt: \nI’m excited to invite you to a town hall on Tuesday\, October 6th at 6pm in Ellsworth at the Ellsworth Public Library This is a chance for us to sit down together\, talk about the issues that matter most to Maine families\, and hear directly from you. \nI’ll share my vision for Maine\, answer your questions\, and listen to your concerns. I’ve always made it a priority to be accessible to voters\, and I look forward to having an open conversation with you. \nI hope you can join me — bring your questions\, ideas\, and your voice! The event will be located at the Ellsworth Public Library\, 20 State St\, Ellsworth ME.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/dunlap-town-hall-ellsworth/
LOCATION:Ellsworth Public Library\, 20 State Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T200000
DTSTAMP:20260921T122304Z
CREATED:20260921T122216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T122304Z
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SUMMARY:Dunlap for Congress House Party in Belfast
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a House Party in Belfast on Monday\, October 5th at 6pm! \nExact address will be provided in your confirmation email and receipt message upon RSVPing for this event. \nThis is a chance for you to sit down with Matt\, talk about the issues that matter most to Maine families\, and allow Matt to hear directly from you. \nMatt will share his vision for Maine\, answer your questions\, and listen to your concerns. He’s always made it a priority to be accessible to voters\, and looks forward to having an open conversation with you. \nBring your questions\, ideas\, and your voice! \nFor questions\, please reach out to info@mattdunlapforuscongress.com
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/fundraiser-for-matt-dunlap/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T180000
DTSTAMP:20260922T140418Z
CREATED:20260922T135232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T140418Z
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Community: Forging Connections Through Art
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a chance to learn something creative\, make new friends\, and enjoy the beauty of a spectacular new community space in Bar Harbor? \nThen join eight artists for an interactive afternoon of creative expression\, music\, and refreshments at the Jesup Library\, 4:00pm to 6:00pm on Sunday\, October 4th. The event is being organized by State Representative Gary Friedmann\, in hopes of strengthening community bonds and nourishing stressed minds at a time of political chaos and national divisiveness. After introductions\, participants will select two out of ten 30-minute workshops to experience how art can help raise awareness and drive positive change. \nRegistration is open until September 30th at 11:59pm or upon reaching 120 participants. \nDelve into what lies in your heart with Karin Spitfire\, the author of two poetry collections and activist conceptual artist. She will use prompts to encourage participants to create community through expressions of shared humanity. \nExperiment with visual collage with Neeraj Sebastian\, the T.A. Cox Chair in Studio Arts at College of the Atlantic. Participants will work from life and direct observation\, with scissors and a limited palette\, to look closely and find something new and surprising in the familiar and the everyday. \nTry acting with Molly Dillon\, an actor studying at College of the Atlantic\, with a concentration in theatre and performance. All levels of experience are welcome: your background\, age\, or theatre experience won’t matter. \nImprovise meaningful movement with Tammy Richards\, a professional actor\, dancer and choreographer. She uses movement improvisation as a way to share feelings and actions related to the current political environment. Participants will create a simple gesture in response to a prompt\, such as “after the 2020 election\, I…”.  By sharing\, expanding\, and exchanging gestures with partners and the larger group\, participants will build a movement story about our journeys through challenging times. \nCreate paper puppets of migratory animals with Melissa Ferrari\, an experimental animated documentarian\, and Professor of Interdisciplinary Arts at College of the Atlantic. Participants will bring these simple puppets\, of creatures living in the skies and waters of our community\, to life through animation\, using free animation software. \nWrite and perform a musical round with Gray Cox\, a singer/song writer. He will lead us in creating “Breath on the Waters\,” to share with the larger group at the closing of the afternoon. \nPractice beeswax candle-dipping with Liz Cutler\, Founder of ArtWaves. Dipping creates a calming\, welcoming space for conversation – perhaps about our layers. Participants will be invited to make two candles\, one to keep and one to give away. This ancient craft helps participants discover commonalities\, and the layers of our stories while offering a small gesture of connection\, with time to examine what effectively brings us together to restore hope and bring warmth to fractured relationships between neighbors. \nClick here to read all workshop descriptions. \nThis forum will be held in the new meeting spaces of the expanded library\, and will be accessible through the parking lot entrance on School Street. Registration is encouraged to reserve your space in each workshop. Please use the linked form to register\, or for more information contact Gary Friedmann at gary.friedmann@legislature.maine.gov or 207-460-7362.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/strengthening-community-forging-connections-through-art/
LOCATION:Jesup Memorial Library\, 34 Mount Desert Street\, Bar Harbor\, ME\, 04609
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T173000
DTSTAMP:20260925T155438Z
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SUMMARY:Ellsworth Meet and Greet with Troy Jackson
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a Meet & Greet with U.S. Senate candidate Troy Jackson.\nTroy is a fifth-generation Mainer and logger who has spent his career fighting for working people. Come hear why he’s running for U.S. Senate\, share what’s on your mind\, and ask Troy your questions about the issues facing Maine and the country. \nSunday\, October 4th\, 4:00 – 5:30 PM \nRSVP Required. Location provided upon registration.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/ellsworth-meet-and-greet-with-troy-jackson/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T200000
DTSTAMP:20260928T125855Z
CREATED:20260928T125622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T125855Z
UID:4151-1790879400-1790884800@hancockdems.org
SUMMARY:Sign Making Party at the Bar Harbor YMCA
DESCRIPTION:“Signs for our Times” – Let’s party making art to win the election!\nAll ages are invited to create street signs\, bumper stickers\, political buttons\, hats\, T-shirts\, and other merch to influence the election! \nWe’ll start with an open discussion about effective messages and formats and places for display\, brain storm ideas\, and then make mockups of the street signs\, bumper stickers\, hats\, etc. \nThen we will vote on mockups to award prizes!  Prize winners will be printed professionally! \nArt materials will be supplied but feel free to bring your own if you like – as well as any kind of computer or pad that might be useful for making designs or putting them into digital form to submit to professional printers. \n*** Signs and merch will be ordered immediately after the party. On Saturday\, October 10th at 9:00 am we will have a short follow up party at the YWCA to share them with anyone who wants to help with their distribution.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/bh-sign-making-party/
LOCATION:Bar Harbor YWCA\, 36 Mt Desert St\, Bar Harbor\, ME\, 04609
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260915T180900Z
CREATED:20260915T180900Z
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SUMMARY:Lamoine Community Discussion: Affordability in Housing\, Healthcare and Household Expenses
DESCRIPTION:This is an open-to-the-public discussion hosted by the Lamoine Democratic Community. \nBrief presentations will be made regarding current problems of affordability of these areas in people’s lives. This will be followed by breakout groups learning more about problems of affordability and giving people the opportunity to share their own experiences. Then there will be a coming together so that we may try to come up with suggestions for solving or mitigating these problems. \nRep. Gary Friedmann will be in attendance in order to learn from his constituents.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/lamoine-community-discussion-affordability-in-housing-healthcare-and-household-expenses/
LOCATION:Lamoine Grange Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260914T132839Z
CREATED:20260914T132223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T132839Z
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SUMMARY:Our Votes\, Our Future
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about the proposed changes to mail-in voting?  \nJoin us Saturday\, Sept. 26 @ 2:00pm at the Blue Hill Library to get answers to your questions about the proposed changes to mail-in-voting. \nAnn Luther of the League of Women Voters of Maine will answer these questions and more: \n\nWhat’s the current status of proposed changes?\nCan we feel that the USPS will deliver ballots?\nWhat can we do to help our neighbors get their ballots delivered?\nDoes Maine use the internet for any part of the voting process?
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/our-votes-our-future/
LOCATION:Blue HIll Public Library\, 5 Parker Point Road\, Blue Hill\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260911T104242Z
CREATED:20260911T104048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T104242Z
UID:4007-1790416800-1790438400@hancockdems.org
SUMMARY:Connecting Without Agreeing
DESCRIPTION:What Nonviolent Communication Can Offer \nWith trainer Peggy Smith\nCertified trainer with the International Center for Nonviolent Communication \nHave you been wondering how to remain connected with someone with whom you disagree while expressing authentically and remaining true to yourself? \nThis interactive 3 hour in-person training is rooted in the principles and consciousness of Nonviolent Communication\, the body of work developed by Marshall Rosenberg\, PhD. It will combine teaching\, whole group activities\, and small group practices to assist you in approaching potentially contentious conversations in a more open and relational way. \nWhen: September 26\, 2026 1:00 – 4:00 pm\nWhere: Social Capital\, 28 Spring Street\, Belfast\, ME\nFee: By donation at the door – To benefit local food security\norganizations\nRegistration: shorturl.at/CKMSF \nThis way we’ll know how many are coming and will be sure to have sufficient materials! \nThis event is part of Campaign Nonviolence Action Days\nSeptember 21 – October 2\, 2026. A global celebration of actions that Reflect\, Educate\, and Act to spread the word about nonviolent solutions. paceebene.org/action-days
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/connecting-without-agreeing/
LOCATION:Social Capital\, 28 Spring Street\, Belfast\, ME\, 04915
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260916T213052Z
CREATED:20260916T213052Z
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UID:4092-1789916400-1789923600@hancockdems.org
SUMMARY:Cherryfield Roundtable with candidates
DESCRIPTION:People Powered Maine will host a roundtable discussion on the issues that matter most to working Mainers. Local candidates Aaron Dana (ME SD #6)\, Jonathon Goble( ME HD #18)\, Roy Gott (ME HD #12)\, Genevieve Lemire (ME HD #10) and Keith Newman (ME HD #11) will discuss the challenges Maine faces\, as well as their ideas and plans to confront them together in Augusta. Space is limited- RSVP is required. The location will be provided when you sign up to attend. \nCandidates will discuss topics including: \n\nHealthcare as a right\nHousing affordability\nAn economy that works for regular people\, not billionaires\nStrengthening workers and unions\nHuman rights for all\nEnergy and climate accountability\nSchools we fund\, property taxes we can afford\nWorking lands and working waters\n\nPeople Powered Maine is an independent\, volunteer-led 501(c)(4) building a permanent grassroots organizing group in Maine\, county by county. We organize year-round around a seven-point economic and human-rights platform. \nVisit People Powered Maine to learn more.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/cherryfield-roundtable-with-candidates/
LOCATION:ME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260916T212133Z
CREATED:20260916T212133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T212133Z
UID:4087-1789826400-1789833600@hancockdems.org
SUMMARY:Blue Hill: People Powered Maine Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Come join fellow volunteers for a conversation about organizing opportunities on the Blue Hill Peninsula! \nThis event is organized by People Powered Maine. A permanent\, independent\, grassroots organizing group in Maine\, run by the people who do the work. Learn about their mission at peoplepoweredmaine.org.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/blue-hill-people-powered-maine-meet-up/
LOCATION:14 Mill St.\, Blue Hill
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260916T213924Z
CREATED:20260916T204430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T213924Z
UID:4081-1789819200-1789830000@hancockdems.org
SUMMARY:Ellsworth Maine Dems Office Opening & Canvass with Hannah Pingree!
DESCRIPTION:Join Hannah Pingree and your fellow Democrats to officially open the Democratic Coordinated Campaign Office in Ellsworth! \nWelcome to our hub of local organizing to kick out Susan Collins\, elect Troy Jackson\, Hannah Pingree\, Chellie Pingree\, Matt Dunlap\, and expand Democratic majorities in the State House and Senate. Sign up to attend. \nJoin Hannah Pingree and your fellow Democrats to officially open the Democratic Coordinated Campaign Office in Ellsworth! Welcome to our hub of local organizing to kick out Susan Collins\, elect Troy Jackson\, Hannah Pingree\, Matt Dunlap\, and expand Democratic majorities in the State House and Senate. \nWe’ll hear from Hannah and local candidates too! We’ll mingle with our fellow Dems and enjoy snacks and beverages in the company of Ellsworth friends and neighbors. \nPlease join us!
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/ellsworth-office-opening-canvass-with-hannah-pingree/
LOCATION:HCDC Office\, 53 Church Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260909T122352Z
CREATED:20260730T150439Z
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UID:3825-1789671600-1789677000@hancockdems.org
SUMMARY:HCDC September Meeting: Candidates Nicole Grohoski\, Dakota Dupuis and Brian Thomas
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 17\, 2026 @ 7:00pm\nUnitarian Universalist Church and via Zoom \nOur September meeting will be held on Thursday the 17th at 7:00 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Ellsworth and via Zoom. \nFollowing brief business updates\, Maine Senate Candidate Nicole Grohoski will talk about how people can help candidates for the State House and State Senate win their elections. Lt. Dakota Dupuis (Hancock County Sheriff candidate) and Brian Thomas\, Esq. (Judge of Probate candidate) will discuss how the legal and criminal justice systems function and share their goals and priorities should they be elected. \nRegister for Zoom. \n\n\nPre-registration required for Zoom attendance by noon the day before the meeting. You will receive a unique link you will need to use to join the meeting.
URL:https://hancockdems.org/event/september-2026-meeting/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Church\, 121 Bucksport Rd\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04614\, United States
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