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Winter Market at the Barn

About the event
Join us at the Barn for our Winter Craft Fair & Farmers Market, a festive celebration of local talent and seasonal goods! Browse a cozy selection of handcrafted pottery, woodworking, maple syrup, knits, soaps, baked goods, and more—perfect for gifts or treating yourself. Featuring the work of local artisans and makers, this event is a great way to support our community while enjoying the warmth and charm of the season.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Please reach out to Ashley with any questions barnevents@woodlawnellsworth.org. Please note that all vendor spots for this market are full.

When: February 28, 2026 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: The Barn at Woodlawn
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Gourd Bowl, Cup and Wooden Spoon: Introduction to Whittling

Unleash your creativity by carving your very own wooden spoon and crafting a beautiful gourd bowl.

When: March 5, 2026 10:00AM - 3:00PM
Where: Loaves & Fishes, 137 Downeast Hwy, Ellsworth
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Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Maine Presents: Princess Ida

Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Maine presents: Princess Ida

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Fridays, 7:00pm, Saturdays & Sundays, 2:00pm

Princess Ida has rejected the rule of men, and the marriage contract forced upon her in infancy. But when the time comes to fulfill it, her defiance may spark a war. When Ida fails to appear for the long-promised wedding, her determined suitor, Hilarion, disguises himself and his companions as women and infiltrates Castle Adamant, a university devoted entirely to women. Once their deception is exposed, Ida and her peers face an impossible choice: should she surrender her ideals and accept Hilarion’s devotion, or stand firm and risk war between two stubborn kings—and the destruction of the university she loves?

$20 Adults, $12 Students, $8 Youth (12&under) General Admission

When: March 6, 2026 7:00PM - 9:15PM
Where: The Grand
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Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Maine Presents: Princess Ida

Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Maine presents: Princess Ida

On the Stanley Subaru Stage

Fridays, 7:00pm, Saturdays & Sundays, 2:00pm

Princess Ida has rejected the rule of men, and the marriage contract forced upon her in infancy. But when the time comes to fulfill it, her defiance may spark a war. When Ida fails to appear for the long-promised wedding, her determined suitor, Hilarion, disguises himself and his companions as women and infiltrates Castle Adamant, a university devoted entirely to women. Once their deception is exposed, Ida and her peers face an impossible choice: should she surrender her ideals and accept Hilarion’s devotion, or stand firm and risk war between two stubborn kings—and the destruction of the university she loves?

$20 Adults, $12 Students, $8 Youth (12&under) General Admission

When: March 7, 2026 7:00PM - 9:00PM
Where: The Grand
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Wednesday Morning Storytime

Children ages 3 and up with their grown-ups are invited to a participatory storytime that includes songs, fingerplays, stories, movement activities and a special craft. Each week will feature a new theme. For more information, contact Keli at kgancos@ellsworthlibrary.net or call (207)667-6363

When: March 25, 2026 9:30AM - February 25, 2026 10:30AM
Where: Ellsworth Public Library
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Open Mic Night

Calling all musicians, poets, and performers! Join us at our Ellsworth Taproom for an unforgettable night. Whether you're taking the stage or cheering from the crowd, come enjoy a night of incredible local talent and our finest brews.

Sign-up starts at 5:30 pm. Time slots of 15 minutes each.

When: April 1, 2026 5:30PM - 8:00PM
Where: Fogtown Ellsworth
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Trivia Night

oin us for Trivia Night every Thursday at 6:30 PM at our Ellsworth Taproom!

Gather your team or come solo to test your knowledge and compete for exciting prizes in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

Enjoy our wide selection of craft beers and delicious food while you challenge yourself with questions covering a range of topics.

It's the perfect midweek activity to unwind and have a great time with friends!

When: April 2, 2026 6:30PM - 8:30PM
Where: Ellsworth Taproom
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Live Music: Bad Daddy

Bad Daddy's musical perspective is a bi-coastal brew. With one foot in Chicago's Lake Michigan and the other in Maine's frigid Atlantic, Paul Waring's time between Maine and Illinois lets the Bad Daddy fuse big city grit with salty New England sensibility. Paul's blues is unapologetic and stylish – a gritty, crunchy compression of classic blues and dank, sticky roots rock. For 20 years, that sound anchors the themes in his music and on his new record, "It's a Mad Mad Bad Dad World". Shaken together, Bad Daddy makes a modern cocktail of feel-good, soul-filled tunes that groove and move.

When: April 24, 2026 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Where: Fogtown Ellsworth Taproom
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Live Music: Bad Daddy

Bad Daddy's musical perspective is a bi-coastal brew. With one foot in Chicago's Lake Michigan and the other in Maine's frigid Atlantic, Paul Waring's time between Maine and Illinois lets the Bad Daddy fuse big city grit with salty New England sensibility. Paul's blues is unapologetic and stylish – a gritty, crunchy compression of classic blues and dank, sticky roots rock. For 20 years, that sound anchors the themes in his music and on his new record, "It's a Mad Mad Bad Dad World". Shaken together, Bad Daddy makes a modern cocktail of feel-good, soul-filled tunes that groove and move.

When: July 3, 2026 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Where: Fogtown Ellsworth Taproom
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