Boo Hill: Halloween In Downtown Blue Hill
Celebrate Halloween in downtown Blue Hill and visit Charlie the Shark's lair for a trick or treat. Doors open at 4 pm until candy and treats run out. More details coming soon!
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Shaw Institute 55 Main Street, Blue Hill, United States
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Ocean-Themed Cyanotype Print Workshop
Shaw Institute 55 Main Street, Blue Hill, United StatesExplore the intertidal zone through the art and science of cyanotype printmaking. This workshop, led by marine scientist, artist, and educator Rose Edwards, invites participants aged 10 and up to create memorable prints using algae, crab molts, and shells. All materials, including two 8.5” x 11” pieces of photosensitive fabric, are provided. The finished products […]
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Forever Ours: PFAS and Plastics Opening Reception
Shaw Institute 55 Main Street, Blue Hill, United StatesThe Shaw Institute is proud to host Forever Ours: PFAS and Plastics, a thought-provoking art exhibition exploring humanity’s complex relationship with persistent materials like microplastics and PFAS. The exhibit, which runs through summer of 2026, opens with a public reception on Saturday, November 22, from 4:00pm – 6:00pm at the Shaw Institute’s Environmental Education Center in downtown Blue […]
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Holiday Ornament Needle Felting Workshop
Shaw Institute 55 Main Street, Blue Hill, United StatesTHIS EVENT IS FULL. Create a felt holiday ornament at the Shaw Institute's needling workshop! Local artist Reese will lead this hands-on class for parents and kids (ages 8+). Sharp needles are used, so children must be supervised by an adult. All participants creating an ornament must register. Accompanying adults who are not creating an […]
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Storytime with Charlie the Shark: Ellsworth Public Library
Ellworth Public Library 20 State Street, Ellsworth, ME, United StatesMeet the Shaw Institute’s resident shark, Charlie, at the Ellsworth Public Library on December 1, 2025. He loves to read books to kids about the ocean, teaching them why taking care of the ocean is important for us all. Your school or youth group will find the experience to be engaging and most of all […]
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Plastics Seminar: Dr. Rolsky at University of Maine
University of Maine ME, United StatesJoin plastic pollution expert Dr. Charlie Rolsky at the University of Maine as he talks about how we've changed our relationship status with plastic to, "it's complicated". In this discussion, he'll demystify the truths and myths surrounding our use of this pervasive material, from the hidden dangers of microplastic pollution and its presence in the […]
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Oysters, Wine, and Animal Affairs: A Valentine’s Day Celebration with a Twist
Shaw Institute 55 Main Street, Blue Hill, United StatesCome celebrate Valentine's Day at the Shaw Institute! Enjoy Oysters, wine, and cheese (you know those good ol' aphrodisiacs) before our executive director shares an R-rated lecture on how critters find love in the natural world. He’ll speak about interesting mating strategies, wacky habits, strange mate choices, and relationship drama in the animal kingdom. From […]
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Earth Day Celebration: Shaw Institute and BHHT
Shaw Institute 55 Main Street, Blue Hill, United StatesCelebrate Earth Day with a free, community-powered event that brings together families, local schools, and environmental organizations in a shared commitment to protecting our planet. This year’s special feature is “Dear Community” Kids Letters — an inspiring project where children write letters or create drawings expressing their commitment to the Earth and their community. Submissions […]
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Touch Tank 1-Year Anniversary Celebration!
Shaw Institute 55 Main Street, Blue Hill, United StatesCelebrate the first anniversary of our 200-gallon touch tank! With special treats courtesy of our friends at the Blue Chill and Hannaford's. If you've been here before, come rediscover all our critters native to the Gulf of Maine. And if you've never visited, this is the perfect opportunity to take in this amazing hands-on experience. […]
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Ellsworth Chamber of Commerce After-hours Event
Shaw Institute 55 Main Street, Blue Hill, United StatesAs part part of the Ellsworth Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours series, come visit the Shaw Institute in downtown Blue Hill! Guests can view the touch tank, aquariums, and exhibits. Researchers and volunteers will be available to answer questions and talk about Shaw's work. Additionally, we'll have lab tours every half hour starting at […]
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Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA
Blue Hill YMCA 32 Mines Rd, Blue Hill, ME, United StatesShaw is participating in Health Kids Day at the Blue Hill YMCA. A day of fun and supporting healthy living for kids of all ages. We'll be providing an ocean-themed activity
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Storytime with Charlie the Shark at Blue Hill Public Library
Blue Hill Public Library 5 Parker Point Road, Blue Hill, ME, United StatesKids are invited to an Ocean Storytime with Charlie the Shark from the Shaw Institute on Saturday, May 2 at 10:30 am. Charlie loves to read books to kids about the ocean and teach them why caring about our oceans is important. Join him for a fun ocean themed story, songs about the ocean and a fun […]