Bagaduce Alewife Celebration

Pierce Pond / Penobscot, Maine An annual child-friendly event to celebrate the return of alewives to the Bagaduce River. Representatives from land trusts, academic institutions, and non-profit organizations that focus on fish will be here to present information about restoration efforts, fish passage improvements, and Maine-based scientific alewife research. Please join us to watch the ... Read more

Crafty Wednesdays

Crafty Wednesdays

At Witherle Library / 41 School Street. Ms Orado will present a new craft every Wednesday in May. Join your friends and express your creative selves!  All supplies provided. Ages 7 and older. Crafty Wednesday will take a break in June and return in July as a part of Summer Reading.

StoryWalk Community Kick-Off

Join Castine town officials for the community kick-off event to celebrate their T-Mobile corporate grant funding for the proposed StoryWalk. Attendees are invited to explore the proposed path, try out a guided StoryWalk with the Children's Librarian, and to learn more about the planned native plantings. Kid-friendly refreshments provided. Corner of Court and Spring Streets ... Read more

Backshore Beach Bash

Join your fellow Castinians for fun and food at the Backshore Beach Bash! Burgers and dogs provided. Bring your own sides, drinks, and beach chair. There will be yard games, volleyball, and tunes. Come join the summer fun! Sponsored by Castine's Recreation Committee.

Hands-On History Open House at Wilson Museum

At the Wilson Museum, 112 Perkins Street / Castine, Maine. Demonstrations, Dinosaur Egg Hunt, & a Floating Open House! DELIGHTFUL DEMONSTRATIONS Kicking off our season of demonstrations will be our Hands-On History Open House. Bring your friends and family for unique and engaging demonstrations across our campus. There will be engaging demonstrations and youth visitors ... Read more

Hands-On History at Wilson Museum

Hands-On History at Wilson Museum

At the Wilson Museum, 112 Perkins Street / Castine, Maine. SEE, SMELL, TOUCH, & HEAR HISTORY IN ACTION Immerse yourself in history, culture, and place during our Hands-On History Days. This is a must-visit experience you’ll want to repeat year after year. Each Hands-On History Day you can experience engaging activities and demonstrations! Special demonstrations ... Read more

Summer Reading Kick Off at Witherle Library

On the Town Common, 41 School Street / Castine, Maine. Join us for movie night for children and parents in the Adult Reading Room of the Witherle Library from 5-7PM. We will be showing the movie The Secret Garden complete with popcorn and lemonade. This event will kick off our Summer Reading. Registration is required. ... Read more