Welcome to Coastal Castine
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Salsa Shack Food Truck
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Maine Maritime Academy Graduation Weekend
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Salsa Shack Food Truck
Jane’s Walk – Echoes in the Landscape: Uncovering Sites in Castine’s African & African American History
Jane’s Walk – Echoes in the Landscape: Uncovering Sites in Castine’s African & African American History
How do we honor what we cannot see? How can the experience of history-in-place change our perspectives on the past? Castine Waterfront, Sea Street / Castine, Maine Join Georgia Zildjian, ... Read more
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Mahjong at Witherle Library
Mahjong at Witherle Library
Mahjong returns for a spring session. If you would like to play, please email admin@witherlelibrary.net. The group will return this summer. Stay tuned.
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Witherle Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Witherle Library Board of Trustees Meeting
All are welcome. In person in the Downstairs Community Room and over Zoom. Go to the Agenda. Request the Zoom link
Foreign Affairs Discussion Group
Foreign Affairs Discussion Group
The topic is "The Rising Challenge to Territorial Integrity". Moderated by Barbara Griffiths. All are welcome. We meet over Zoom. Go to readings and how to register
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Writing a Food Essay with Deborah Joy Corey
Writing a Food Essay with Deborah Joy Corey
This writing workshop with author Deborah Joy Corey will serve as a starting point for each participant to shape a particular food story or memory. Through reading, prompts, and discussion, ... Read more
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Mother’s Day Brunch at the Pentagöet
Mother’s Day Brunch at the Pentagöet
A delightful celebration at the beautiful Pentagöet. Contact 207.326.8616 for reservations.
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Mahjong at Witherle Library
Mahjong at Witherle Library
Mahjong returns for a spring session. If you would like to play, please email admin@witherlelibrary.net. The group will return this summer. Stay tuned.
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Surveying Archaeological Sites around the Globe with Brian Norris
Surveying Archaeological Sites around the Globe with Brian Norris
Known around Castine as the publisher of Stroll Castine (Castine Living) magazine, throughout his surveying engineering career, Brian Norris has participated in a multitude of archaeological assignments around the globe. This ... Read more
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Wilson Museum Book Discussion – The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Wilson Museum Book Discussion – The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Location: Hutchins Education Center 112 Perkins Street / Castine, Maine Register for this book discussion here. This month's book: From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Braiding Sweetgrass, ... Read more
Digital Security Discussion Group
Digital Security Discussion Group
Moderated by Tom Lamontanaro. This month's topic is "Decentralized Finance". In person in the Downstairs Community Room and over Zoom. Go to the Zoom link
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Garden Club Plant Sale
Garden Club Plant Sale
At Emerson Hall. There will be annuals, vegetables and herbs, perennials, and geraniums for sale. Also a raffle for a native tree, $250 value!
“World’s Shortest” Art Walk with Adam Gallery, Gallery B, & Annex Arts
“World’s Shortest” Art Walk with Adam Gallery, Gallery B, & Annex Arts
Join our town galleries (Adam Gallery, Gallery B, and Annex Arts) for the "World's Shortest" Art Walk, inclusive of wine & cheese. A perfect opportunity to enjoy local art, local ... Read more
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Memorial Day
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Wilson Museum Opening Day of the 2025 Season
Wilson Museum Opening Day of the 2025 Season
Our galleries are open from 10 am to 5 pm on weekdays and from 2 to 5 pm on weekends. We look forward to seeing you! Wilson Museum & Perkins ... Read more
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This Lil Piggy BBQ Food Truck
This Lil Piggy BBQ Food Truck
BBQ on the Castine town dock. Pulled Pork, Pulled Chicken, Nachos, Mac N Chz, Street Corn, Slaw, Cornbread. All the goodies!
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This Lil Piggy BBQ Food Truck
This Lil Piggy BBQ Food Truck
BBQ on the Castine town dock. Pulled Pork, Pulled Chicken, Nachos, Mac N Chz, Street Corn, Slaw, Cornbread. All the goodies!
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Features
Bastille Day
Join us on Monday, July 14th, for a day of toasting our history.
Commemorating Castine’s founding as a French fort in the early 1600s, the whole town comes alive with activities all day!
Tour the town on land or water, enjoy ice cream, bread, and cocktails, and dine well at our famous Picnic en Blanc. It is a day not to be missed.
Castine Film Festival
Please join us on Saturday, September 20th, to celebrate filmmakers from around the world.
We will be showcasing emerging + established filmmakers, narrative + documentary stories, in both short + feature formats.
For the festival guide, please visit the festival’s website.
About the Site
Welcome to Coastal Castine.
This site grew out of a curiosity about the activities available in the Castine area. I welcome helpful notes to sarah@coastalcastine.com.
Information is collected from a variety of sources, and the site is not affiliated with any business or organization. It was developed for personal use and will remain focused on positive commentary.
open by the day
SHOP:
- Blue Hill Co-op, 08:00–19:00
- Castine Market, 06:00–19:00
- Hammond Lumber Company, 06:30–17:30
- Hannaford, 07:00–21:00
- Left Bank Books, 09:30–17:30
- Mainescape, 09:00–17:00
- Surry Gardens, 09:00–17:00
- Walgreens, 07:00–21:00
DINE:
- Bucklyn Coffee, 08:00–14:00
- Castine Market, 06:00–19:00
- Danny Murphy’s, 16:00–20:00
- The Blue Chill, 11:00–17:00
- The Breeze and Castine Variety, 07:00–15:00
- The Waypoint, 07:00–21:00
- Verona Island Wine & Bistro, 04:00–20:00
ACTIVITIES:
- Witherle Memorial Library, 10:00–17:00
SERVICES:
SHOP:
- Blue Hill Co-op, 08:00–19:00
- Castine Market, 06:00–19:00
- Compass Rose Books, 09:00–16:00
- Fairwinds Florist, 10:00–17:00
- Grump & Sunshine, 10:00–17:00
- Hammond Lumber Company, 06:30–17:30
- Hannaford, 07:00–21:00
- Left Bank Books, 09:30–17:30
- MAE, 10:00–17:00
- Mainescape, 09:00–17:00
- Surry Gardens, 09:00–17:00
- Walgreens, 07:00–21:00
- Working Loose, 11:00–17:00
DINE:
- Bucklyn Coffee, 08:00–14:00
- Castine Market, 06:00–19:00
- Danny Murphy’s, 16:00–20:00
- Ebee’s Sweets, 09:00–16:00
- Pentagöet Inn & Pub, 17:30–21:00
- The Blue Chill, 11:00–17:00
- The Breeze and Castine Variety, 07:00–15:00
- The Waypoint, 07:00–21:00
ACTIVITIES:
- Witherle Memorial Library, 10:00–17:00
SERVICES:
SHOP:
- Blue Hill Co-op, 08:00–19:00
- Castine Market, 06:00–19:00
- Compass Rose Books, 09:00–16:00
- Fairwinds Florist, 10:00–17:00
- Grump & Sunshine, 10:00–17:00
- Hammond Lumber Company, 06:30–17:30
- Hannaford, 07:00–21:00
- Left Bank Books, 09:30–17:30
- MAE, 10:00–17:00
- Mainescape, 09:00–17:00
- Surry Gardens, 09:00–17:00
- The Meadow of Blue Hill, 10:00–17:00
- Trove, 10:00–16:00
- Walgreens, 07:00–21:00
- Working Loose, 11:00–17:00
DINE:
- Barncastle Inn & Restaurant, 17:00–20:00
- Bucklyn Coffee, 08:00–14:00
- Castine Market, 06:00–19:00
- Danny Murphy’s, 16:00–20:00
- Ebee’s Sweets, 09:00–16:00
- Humblebee Cafe, 07:00–15:00
- Pentagöet Inn & Pub, 17:30–21:00
- The Blue Chill, 11:00–17:00
- The Breeze and Castine Variety, 07:00–15:00
- The Waypoint, 07:00–21:00
- Tinder Hearth, 09:00–12:00
ACTIVITIES:
- Witherle Memorial Library, 10:00–17:00
SERVICES:
SHOP:
- Blue Hill Co-op, 08:00–19:00
- Castine Market, 06:00–19:00
- Compass Rose Books, 09:00–16:00
- Fairwinds Florist, 10:00–17:00
- Grump & Sunshine, 10:00–17:00
- Hammond Lumber Company, 06:30–17:30
- Hannaford, 07:00–21:00
- Left Bank Books, 09:30–17:30
- MAE, 10:00–17:00
- Mainescape, 09:00–17:00
- Surry Gardens, 09:00–17:00
- The Meadow of Blue Hill, 10:00–17:00
- Trove, 10:00–16:00
- Walgreens, 07:00–21:00
- Working Loose, 11:00–17:00
DINE:
- Arborvine, 17:00–19:45
- Barncastle Inn & Restaurant, 17:00–20:00
- Brooklin Inn, 17:00–20:00
- Bucklyn Coffee, 08:00–14:00
- Castine Market, 06:00–19:00
- Danny Murphy’s, 16:00–20:00
- Ebee’s Sweets, 09:00–16:00
- Humblebee Cafe, 07:00–15:00
- Pentagöet Inn & Pub, 17:30–21:00
- The Blue Chill, 11:00–17:00
- The Breeze and Castine Variety, 07:00–15:00
- The Waypoint, 07:00–21:00
- Verona Island Wine & Bistro, 16:00–20:00
ACTIVITIES:
- Witherle Memorial Library, 10:00–17:00
SERVICES:
SHOP:
- Blue Hill Co-op, 08:00–19:00
- Castine Market, 06:00–19:00
- Compass Rose Books, 09:00–16:00
- Fairwinds Florist, 10:00–17:00
- Grump & Sunshine, 10:00–17:00
- Hammond Lumber Company, 06:30–17:30
- Hannaford, 07:00–21:00
- Left Bank Books, 09:30–17:30
- MAE, 10:00–17:00
- Mainescape, 09:00–17:00
- Surry Gardens, 09:00–17:00
- The Meadow of Blue Hill, 10:00–17:00
- Trove, 10:00–16:00
- Walgreens, 07:00–21:00
- Working Loose, 11:00–17:00
DINE:
- Arborvine, 17:00–19:45
- Barncastle Inn & Restaurant, 17:00–20:00
- Brooklin Inn, 17:00–20:00
- Bucklyn Coffee, 08:00–14:00
- Castine Market, 06:00–19:00
- Danny Murphy’s, 16:00–20:00
- Ebee’s Sweets, 09:00–16:00
- Humblebee Cafe, 07:00–15:00
- Pentagöet Inn & Pub, 17:30–21:00
- The Blue Chill, 11:00–17:00
- The Breeze and Castine Variety, 07:00–15:00
- The Waypoint, 07:00–22:00
- Tinder Hearth, 16:30–20:00
- Verona Island Wine & Bistro, 16:00–20:00
ACTIVITIES:
- Witherle Memorial Library, 10:00–17:00
SERVICES:
SHOP:
- Blue Hill Co-op, 08:00–19:00
- Castine Market, 06:00–19:00
- Compass Rose Books, 09:00–16:00
- Fairwinds Florist, 10:00–13:00
- Grump & Sunshine, 10:00–17:00
- Hammond Lumber Company, 07:00–16:00
- Hannaford, 07:00–21:00
- Juniper, 11:00–16:00
- Left Bank Books, 10:00–17:00
- MAE, 10:00–16:00
- Mainescape, 09:00–17:00
- Surry Gardens, 09:00–17:00
- The Meadow of Blue Hill, 10:00–17:00
- Tilth & Timber, 10:00–14:00
- Trove, 10:00–16:00
- Walgreens, 07:00–21:00
- Working Loose, 11:00–17:00
DINE:
- Arborvine, 17:00–19:45
- Barncastle Inn & Restaurant, 17:00–20:00
- Brooklin Inn, 17:00–20:00
- Bucklyn Coffee, 08:00–14:00
- Castine Market, 06:00–19:00
- Danny Murphy’s, 16:00–20:00
- Ebee’s Sweets, 09:00–16:00
- Humblebee Cafe, 07:00–15:00
- Pentagöet Inn & Pub, 17:30–21:00
- The Blue Chill, 11:00–17:00
- The Breeze and Castine Variety, 07:00–15:00
- The Waypoint, 17:00–22:00
- Tinder Hearth, 09:00–12:00
- Verona Island Wine & Bistro, 11:00–20:00
ACTIVITIES:
- Witherle Memorial Library, 10:00–15:00
SERVICES:
SHOP:
- Blue Hill Co-op, 08:00–18:00
- Castine Market, 06:00–19:00
- Grump & Sunshine, 10:00–17:00
- Hannaford, 07:00–20:00
- Left Bank Books, 11:00–04:00
- Mainescape, 09:00–15:00
- Surry Gardens, 09:00–17:00
- Walgreens, 07:00–21:00
DINE:
- Barncastle Inn & Restaurant, 15:00–19:00
- Castine Market, 06:00–19:00
- Danny Murphy’s, 16:00–20:00
- The Breeze and Castine Variety, 07:00–14:00
- The Waypoint, 14:00–20:30
- Verona Island Wine & Bistro, 11:00–07:00