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SUMMARY:SLUDGE: A PFAS UPRISING | Film Screening & Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:The Shaw Institute is proud to be screening the award-winning documentary short film\, SLUDGE: A PFAS UPRISING (28 minutes)\, followed by a panel discussion featuring filmmakers\, PFAS experts and Maine family farmers that are featured in the film. The audience will also have the opportunity to ask questions. Our team served as advisors on the film and also created the official education guide for it. \nThis is a FREE screening due to the generous support of Amy and Terry Britton\, but donations to support the Shaw Institute’s nonprofit mission are greatly appreciated. Any donations from the screening will directly benefit our PFAS research and testing capabilities. \nPANELISTS\nMary Yurlina\, Agricultural PFAS Specialist\, Maine DACF-PFAS Response Program\nMike Pagano\, Editor & Producer on the film\, Maine resident\nDr. Charlie Rolsky\, Executive Director\, Shaw Institute\nSergio Cahueque\, Organizer\, Defend Our Health \nVENUE\nStonington Opera House\, Stonington\, Maine \nABOUT THE FILM\nSLUDGE explores the impact of PFAS contamination on Maine’s family farmers. The film focuses on the widespread contamination of farmland with PFAS\, also known as “forever chemicals\,” due to the use of municipal sludge as fertilizer. It highlights the stories of farmers like Fred Stone and Adam and Johanna Nordell\, who have been significantly affected by this contamination. The film aims to raise awareness about the issue and potentially inspire action to protect farmers and the food supply. \nThe film is from director Jeff Christian and one of the executive producers is well-known actor and environmentalist\, Matthew Modine (Full Metal Jacket\, Dark Knight Returns\, Stranger Things\, Oppenheimer and more).
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/sludge-a-pfas-uprising-film-screening-panel-discussion-stonington/
LOCATION:Stonington Opera House\, 1 School St\, Stonington\, 04681\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Autumn Gold Festival in Ellsworth
DESCRIPTION:The Shaw Institute will be participating in the kids fun zone portion of the Autumn Gold Festival at Knowlton Park. The Festival is Ellsworth’s beloved annual fall celebration\, hosted by the Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce. Held the last weekend in September\, this vibrant tradition brings together residents and visitors to enjoy the beauty of the season and the spirit of community. \nFrom festive activities to creative displays by local businesses and organizations\, Autumn Gold shines a spotlight on everything that makes Ellsworth special. The festival not only celebrates our community pride but also supports the Chamber’s mission to promote Ellsworth\, boost tourism\, and foster connections across our region.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/autumn-gold-festival-in-ellsworth/
LOCATION:Knowlton Park\, 160 State Street\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
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SUMMARY:SLUDGE: A PFAS UPRISING | Film Screening & Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:The Shaw Institute is proud to be screening the award-winning documentary short film\, SLUDGE: A PFAS UPRISING (28 minutes)\, followed by a panel discussion featuring filmmakers\, PFAS experts and Maine family farmers that are featured in the film. The audience will also have the opportunity to ask questions. Our team served as advisors on the film and also created the official education guide for it. \nSCROLL DOWN TO BUY TICKETS \nThis event is a fundraiser for the Shaw Institute’s nonprofit mission\, specifically supporting our PFAS research and testing capabilities. \nPANELISTS\nMary Yurlina\, Agricultural PFAS Specialist\, Maine DACF-PFAS Response Program\nShelley Megquier\, Policy & Research Director\, Maine Farmland Trust\nBrendan Holmes\, Family Farmer\, Co-Owner\, Misty Brook Farm (featured in the film)\nDr. Charlie Rolsky\, Executive Director\, Shaw Institute \nVENUE\nAlamo Theatre\, Bucksport\, Maine \nTICKETS*\n$10 General\n$5 Students\, Seniors and Members of Northeast Historic Film \n*These are suggested donations. Nobody will be turned away as long as we have seats to offer\, but tickets sold on our website will have priority. Tickets can be bought below. \nABOUT THE FILM\nSLUDGE explores the impact of PFAS contamination on Maine’s family farmers. The film focuses on the widespread contamination of farmland with PFAS\, also known as “forever chemicals\,” due to the use of municipal sludge as fertilizer. It highlights the stories of farmers like Fred Stone and Adam and Johanna Nordell\, who have been significantly affected by this contamination. The film aims to raise awareness about the issue and potentially inspire action to protect farmers and the food supply. \nThe film is from director Jeff Christian and one of the executive producers is well-known actor and environmentalist\, Matthew Modine (Full Metal Jacket\, Dark Knight Returns\, Stranger Things\, Oppenheimer and more).
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/sludge-a-pfas-uprising-film-screening-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Alamo Theatre\, 85 Main Street\, Bucksport\, ME\, 04416\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250925T150000
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SUMMARY:Lobster Day!
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of National Lobster Day\, we’re celebrating these invaluable marine creatures. \n11am- Lobster Lecture (discussing the ecology of lobsters\, fishing practices here in Maine\, and more!)\n12:30pm- We’ll be feeding Arnold Clawmer a super special lunch of salmon!\n2pm- Repeat Lobster lecture \nThroughout the day we will also have a “make a lobster craft” and Lobster themed cupcakes donated to us by Hannaford!
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/lobster-day/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250913T120000
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SUMMARY:Beach Cleanup with Blue Hill Heritage Trust
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, September 13th from 10am-12pm for a Beach\nCleanup Day at Carter Nature Preserve in Surry with the Shaw Institute. This is a Family Friendly Event!\nPlastics collected at this event will contribute to scientific research done at the Shaw Institute using our new plastics analysis and identification instrument. We will provide gloves\, bags and other cleanup materials. \nAccess to the beach from the trail is via wooden stairs. The terrain on the beach can vary (Rocky/Slippery at times) and may not be accessible for all people.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/beach-cleanup-with-blue-hill-heritage-trust/
LOCATION:Carter Nature Preserve\, 99 Cross Road\, Surry\, ME\, 04684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250905T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250905T190000
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SUMMARY:First Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for September 5 for another First Fridays in downtown Blue Hill! Join us\, and other local businesses\, for expanded hours\, food\, music and shopping. We’ll be open later\, providing a great opportunity to check out our new touch tank\, gift shop and even take a lab tour.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/first-fridays-090525/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250826T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250826T150000
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SUMMARY:Shaw Institute attends Homeschool Information Fair
DESCRIPTION:Talk with local organizations to learn about programs that they offer for homeschool students. \nChildren are welcome to attend with an adult.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/shaw-institute-attends-homeschool-information-fair/
LOCATION:Woodlawn Museum\, 21 Black House Drive\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250819T105000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250819T111500
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20250818T120123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T145038Z
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SUMMARY:Presenting at ACS Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:Our Executive Director\, Dr. Charlie Rolsky\, will be presenting our research at the prestigious ACS conference. \nLaundry and dish detergent pods are incredibly popular\, but they introduce a “water-soluble” plastic called Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) into our wastewater. While often considered biodegradable\, new research reveals that PVA often survives conventional wastewater treatment processes. Our study specifically investigated PVA’s presence in biosolids\, the treated wastewater byproduct commonly used as agricultural fertilizer. \nUsing advanced analytical techniques\, we’ve confirmed that PVA persists through waste management and contaminates these biosolids\, establishing them as a direct source of environmental PVA pollution. This research challenges existing assumptions about PVA’s fate and raises significant concerns about its potential impact on soil\, plant\, and environmental health. \nJoin us at the upcoming ACS conference to learn more about these critical findings and discuss the implications of persistent PVA in our environment. This research adds a vital piece to the growing puzzle of plastic pollution and calls for a re-evaluation of current practices.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/presenting-at-acs-fall-conference/
LOCATION:Walter E. Washington Convention Center\, 01 Allen Y. Lew Place NW\, Washington D.C.\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250812T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250812T111500
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CREATED:20250715T121759Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime With Charlie the Shark - Peters Cove
DESCRIPTION:Come out to Peters Cove to have the kids meet and learn from Charlie the Shark! Kids ages 5 and up and their families are invited to a special Ocean Storytime with Charlie the Shark from the Shaw Institute on Tuesday\, August 12 at 10:30 am.  This program will take place at Peters Cove in Blue Hill on the beach!  For a map of the trail\, visit https://bluehillheritagetrust.org/peters-brook-trail-and-peters-cove/.  We will meet at the beach by the parking area.  Charlie the Shark loves to read books to kids about the ocean and teach them why caring about our oceans is important.  Join us for a fun ocean themed story\, a scavenger hunt\, and an engaging art project all on the beach! \nParticipants are encouraged to wear suitable footwear to walk on the beach\, a sun hat and sunscreen\, and bring a water bottle. \nThe Shaw Institute’s mission is to discover and expose environmental threats to people and wildlife through innovative science and to engage in global partnerships to improve human and ecological health.  For more information\, visit https://www.shawinstitute.org/. \nThis program is free and is co-sponsored by the Blue Hill Library\, Shaw Institute\, and Blue Hill Heritage Trust.  To learn more about the work of Blue Hill Heritage Trust and receive updates on their free and public events\, sign up for their e-newsletter here. \nFor more information\, email Claire at claire.malina@bhpl.net or call 374-5515.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/storytime-with-charlie-the-shark-081225/
LOCATION:Peters Cove\, Blue Hill\, Maine\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
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SUMMARY:Blue Hill Maritime Heritage Festival
DESCRIPTION:As always\, we are delighted to be participating in the Blue Hill Maritime Heritage Festival! \nThe Downeast Chapter of the Traditional Small Craft Association (TSCA) is proud to host and help sponsor the Festival. The Blue Hill Maritime Heritage Festival is scheduled for Saturday\, August 9\, 2025. We are planning a fun summer day by the bay\, with a lot of maritime and historical related activities: boats\, and boat building demonstrations\, art on the lawn\, sea shanties\, seafood and more. \nThe Festival will be held in Blue Hill’s historic village\, centered on the scenic waterfront. Various activities will be occurring throughout the day\, such as boat building demonstrations\, wood carving\, traditional boats on display\, kiosks of organizations supporting or involved with the bay. On the water there will be more boats\, many offering rides. Musicians will be adding to the maritime atmosphere with sea shanties and fiddle tunes.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/blue-hill-maritime-heritage-festival-080925/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250801T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250801T190000
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SUMMARY:First Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for August 1 for another First Fridays in downtown Blue Hil! Join us\, and other local businesses\, for expanded hours\, food\, music and shopping. We’ll be open later\, providing a great opportunity to check out our new touch tank\, gift shop and even take a lab tour.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/first-fridays-080125/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250730T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250730T233000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20250702T115235Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime with Charlie the Shark
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Shaw Institute’s resident shark\, Charlie. 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 … fun! The Shaw Institute\, Blue Hill\, aims to use its scientific research projects as opportunities for the public to learn about our work and provide an inclusive science education learning environment for the community.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/storytime-with-charlie-the-shark-witherle-library/
LOCATION:Witherle Memorial Library\, 41 School St\, Castine\, ME\, 04421\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250721T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250721T190000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20250711T121825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T120529Z
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SUMMARY:Shop\, Shuck\, and Shaw
DESCRIPTION:Great shopping\, tasty oysters and the awe of Maine’s sea life.\nCome out and join us for a great evening of community engagement on Water Street … accented with wonderful food\, shopping and the always inspiring touch tank of the Shaw Institute. \n\nOysters served by Waukeag Neck Oyster Company at Juniper and Bar Harbor Oyster Company at SeaLoft\nDiscounted shopping at Juniper\nBoutique designer\, Fitzroy & Willa trunk show at SeaLoft\nExperience the interactive touch tank of the Shaw Institute\n\nOyster tasting on each of the decks for Juniper and SeaLoft; kids can hang at touch tank while grown ups bop around.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/shop-shuck-and-shaw/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250718T150000
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SUMMARY:Seaweed Exploration Station with Maine Sea Coast Vegetables
DESCRIPTION:Discover Maine seaweed species on Saturday\, July 18th. We’ll have a seaweed exploration station featuring Maine Sea Coast Vegetables. We’ll learn identification techniques and understand their ecological significance. \nThe seaweed station is free and open to the public from 10:00 to 10:45 am and 1:00 to 3:00 pm. 
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/seaweed-exploration-station-with-maine-sea-coast-vegetables/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250703T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250703T190000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20250608T205718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T065112Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursday In Blue Hill!
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for July 3 … for round two of First Fridays  … ok\, First Thursday since the first Friday of July is the 4th! Join us\, and other local businesses\, for expanded hours. We’ll be open later\, providing a great opportunity to check out our new touch tank\, gift shop and even take a lab tour.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/first-thursday-in-blue-hill/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250620T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250620T110000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20250511T140403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T003455Z
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SUMMARY:PRIDE! In Nature
DESCRIPTION:Discover the extraordinary and diverse ways creatures connect in nature! This family-friendly presentation explores unique relationships in the animal kingdom\, from head-eating to dazzling dances\, we’ll uncover fascinating love stories in nature. It’s all part of the Pride celebration from the First Congregational Church. \nFREE and open to the public.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/pride-in-nature/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church of Blue Hill\, 22 Tenney Hill\, Blue Hill\, ME\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20250520T141519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T141635Z
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SUMMARY:Plastic Pollution Solutions for World Oceans Day
DESCRIPTION:Make Your Own Snazzy Pouch Out of Plastic Waste!\nAges 10 and beyond\, all levels welcome.\nSaturday\, June 7th\, 9 am-12 pm (Rain date – Sunday\, June 8th)\nRegistration Waiver \n12 participants  Maximum\nInstructor: Hilary Tobin of Island Meadow Arts\nCost: $45 \nCelebrate World Ocean Day by joining the Shaw Institute and Island Meadow Arts for an outdoor Fused Soft Plastic Pouches class for ages 10+. Learn about plastic pollution and create art by fusing clean\, single-use soft plastics (bread bags\, frozen vegetable bags\, produce bags\, etc.) into sturdy material for sewn button pouches. All materials are provided\, but feel free to bring your own clean plastics. Light snacks will be offered. Please dress accordingly.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/plastic-pollution-solutions-for-world-oceans-day/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250606T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250606T190000
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SUMMARY:First Fridays In Blue Hill!
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for June 6 … the first First Friday of the summer season! Join us\, and other local businesses\, for expanded hours. We’ll be open later\, providing a great opportunity to check out our new touch tank\, gift shop and even take a lab tour.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/first-fridays-in-blue-hill/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250531T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250531T113000
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SUMMARY:Lobster Felt Needling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Discover Arnold Clawmer\, our 1 in 50 million chimera lobster\, and learn about Maine’s iconic crustacean in this hands-on workshop! Explore the fascinating world of lobster genetics and the incredible color variations found in nature. You’ll also create your own unique felt lobster to take home! All supplies\, light refreshments and snacks will be provided. \nInstructor: Reese Wolfe \nDate: Saturday\, May 31\, 2025 \nTime: 9:00 am-11:30 pm \nAges 10 & up \nFee: $26 per person \nRegistration form (Includes Waiver) \nInstructor Bio:\nReese is a local Blue Hill artist who has a passion for the fibre art of needle felting. Reese is a junior at UMO studying Ecology and Environmental Sciences with a focus on Marine Ecosystems \nHe is enamored with North American wildlife and ecosystems. You’ll notice that most of his work focuses on recreating their likeness as detailed as possible. In doing so\, he hopes to spread the word of each and every animal’s conservation efforts through his artwork. Reese is excited to share his love for the art and the animals he recreates with the community.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/lobster-felt-needling-workshop/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250515T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250515T190000
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SUMMARY:Blue Hill Peninsula Chamber Annual Meeting & Business Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The Shaw Institute will be on hand at this annual gathering organized by the Chamber. We’ll be there to talk about our research\, education and all upcoming community engagements.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/blue-hill-peninsula-chamber-annual-meeting-business-showcase/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250424T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
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SUMMARY:Plastics vs People
DESCRIPTION:Join plastic pollution expert Dr. Charlie Rolsky as he talks about how we’ve changed our relationship status with plastic to\, “it’s complicated”\, as well as the truths and myths surrounding our use of this material. Charlie will also highlight research that the Shaw Institute is conducting surrounding human health\, PFAS contamination\, and more. \nLocation: College of the Atlantic\, Davis Center for Human Ecology\, Second Floor\, Room CHE-202 \nFREE and Open to the Public!
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/plastics-vs-people/
LOCATION:Davis Center for Human Ecologoy\, North Lawn\, 105 Eden Street\, Bar Harbor\, ME\, 04609\, United States
CATEGORIES:External Speaking Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250419T120000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20250315T181801Z
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SUMMARY:Carter Nature Preserve Beach Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join the Shaw Institute and Blue Hill Heritage Trust for an early Earth Day 2025 beach clean-up event\, Saturday\, April 19th from 10 am-12 pm at Carter Nature Preserve in Surry with the Shaw Institute. This is a Family Friendly Event! \nWe will provide materials for collecting trash\, which we send gratitude to the Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM) for providing a grant for supplies this year. You supply the person-power! \nEveryone will go away with a Caring for Community BHHT vinyl sticker and a sense of accomplishment! Students looking for volunteer hours to fulfill graduation requirements are welcome too. \nPlease wear appropriate foot wear\, and bring durable work gloves if you have them. You may also bring water as needed.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/carter-nature-preserve-beach-clean-up/
LOCATION:Carter Nature Preserve\, 99 Cross Road\, Surry\, ME\, 04684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Blue Hill Heritage Trust":MAILTO:info@bluehillheritagetrust.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250416T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20250324T015552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T230124Z
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SUMMARY:Touch Tank Open House!
DESCRIPTION:The time has finally arrived! Join the Shaw Institute on Wednesday April 16\, to celebrate the community’s efforts in obtaining our new\, 200-gallon touch tank. Discover and learn all about marine wildlife and the Gulf of Maine. You’ll have the chance to meet our resident bi-colored lobster\, Arnold Clawmer – a 1 in 50\,000\,000 rarity. Participants will also get the chance to explore and learn all about our scientific research. And don’t forget to do a little shopping in our gift shop\, where you’ll find stickers\, books\, arts and crafts from local artists\, and more.\n\nFREE popsicles from\n\n\n\nOPEN TO THE PUBLIC – ALL AGES
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/touch-tank-open-house/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250327T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250327T110000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20250309T133917Z
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SUMMARY:Ellsworth Elementary Middle School Aspirations Fair
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by the Ellsworth Noontime Rotary Club. The fair will be a gathering of 3-6 graders who are aspiring professionals.  This will be an opportunity for the students to ask questions of professionals in our area that they have an interest in. The Shaw Institute team will be on hand to present the many great career paths in science.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/ellsworth-elementary-middle-school-aspirations-fair/
LOCATION:Ellsworth Elementary Middle School\, 20 Forest Ave\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250321T113000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20241112T002242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T002242Z
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SUMMARY:The Transition from Graduate School: Early Career Scientist in a Modern World
DESCRIPTION:As part of the National Graduate Research Polymer Conference (NGRPC)\, administered by ACS POLY\, the Shaw Institute’s Executive Director\, Dr. Charlie Rolsky\, will be participating in a panel discussion on finding success as a grad student and after grad school. He and others will be offering advice you could give to graduate students as they begin their own next steps.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/the-transition-from-graduate-school-early-career-scientist-in-a-modern-world/
LOCATION:ASU Student Pavilion\, 400 E Orange St\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85287\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250306T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250306T170000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20250201T162641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T164203Z
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SUMMARY:Exploration of Watersheds
DESCRIPTION:Exploration of Watersheds with Daniella Rodriguez\, Education and Outreach Coordinator at the Shaw Institute of Blue Hill\, ME. \nThe Shaw Institute has been conducting coastal monitoring for over 15 years\, testing popular beach sites around the Blue Hill Peninsula for harmful algal blooms\, fecal bacteria\, and other sources of pollution. By analyzing water samples and creating phytoplankton\, participants will learn how pollution and nutrient runoff impact them and discover how they can create positive change. \nFor more information or a reasonable accommodation\, please contact Karen Giles at The Waldo County Cooperative Extension office at 207.342.5971 or karen.giles@maine.ed
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/exploration-of-watersheds/
LOCATION:Belfast Free Library\, 106 High St\, Belfast\, ME\, 04915\, United States
CATEGORIES:External Speaking Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250214T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250214T183000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20250117T022819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T234039Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Oysters\, Wine\, and Animal Affairs: A Valentine's Day Celebration with a Twist
DESCRIPTION:An Journey Through Nature’s Mating Game! – SOLD OUT\nCome celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Shaw Institute! Enjoy Oysters\, wine\, and cheese (you know those good ol’ aphrodisiacs) before our executive director shares a lecture on how critters find love in the natural world. He’ll speak about interesting mating strategies\, whacky habits\, strange mate choices\, and relationship drama in the animal kingdom. From eating your mate’s head or doing silly bird dances in hopes of securing a partner\, we’ll cover all the best of the wild and zany love stories in nature. Think you’ve been in weird relationships? Well\, think again. \nMUST BE AT LEAST 21-YEARS-OLD \nCost: $30 Per Person \nFood and Drink: 4:30-5:30 pm \nLecture: 5:30-6:30 pm \nOysters By: \n \n  \n  \n  \nWine & Cheese By: \nBLUE HILL WINE SHOP
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/oysters-wine-and-animal-affairs-a-valentines-day-celebration-with-a-twist/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250130T193000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20250123T002013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T002154Z
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SUMMARY:Cabin Fever Series: Microplastics In Me
DESCRIPTION:Microplastics are plastics less than 5mm in size (just under 3/16″). They are found globally: in oceans and rivers\, in the soil\, in the food we eat\, and in the air we breathe. Join us at Herring Gut to hear about microplastic research happening right here in Maine at The Shaw Institute! The Institute’s Executive Director\, Dr. Charlie Rolsky\, will speak. \nYou can also join by Zoom\, if you can’t make it in person !! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/cabin-fever-series-microplastics-in-me/
LOCATION:Herring Gut Coastal Science Center\, 59 Factory Rd\, Port Clyde\, ME\, 04855\, United States
CATEGORIES:External Speaking Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250111T123000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20241126T161042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241231T193249Z
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SUMMARY:Felt Needlng Workshop - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive workshop where you’ll learn about seals in the Gulf of Maine while creating a seal of your own! All supplies included. Limited to 15 people. TWO SLOTS LEFT AS OF DECEMBER 31!  SOLD OUT \nInstructor: Reese Wolfe \nSaturday\, January 11\, 2025 \n9:30 am-12:30 pm \nAges 10 & up \nFee: $26 per person (includes all materials) \nRegistration form\n(LINK TO BUY TICKET IS BELOW) \nReese is a local Blue Hill artist who has a passion for the fibre art of needle felting. He works as a custodian at the Bay School\, where he learned about the art\, and fell in love with the Waldorf style of needle felting. This fall\, Reese will be going into his junior year at UMO studying Ecology and Environmental Sciences with a focus on Marine Ecosystems \nHe is enamored with North American wildlife and ecosystems. You’ll notice that most of his work focuses on recreating their likeness as detailed as possible. In doing so\, he hopes to spread the word of each and every animal’s conservation efforts through his artwork. Reese will also be leading a felt-needling workshop at the Shaw Institute sometime in the winter where he can share his love for the art and the animals he recreates with the community.
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/felt-needlng-workshop/
LOCATION:Shaw Institute\, 55 Main Street\, Blue Hill\, 04614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260811T161456
CREATED:20250109T154506Z
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SUMMARY:Maine Aquaculture R&D&E Summit
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT\nThe Shaw Institute’s Executive Director\, Dr. Charlie Rolsky\, will be speaking at the 6th Maine Aquaculture R&D&E Summit will be held at the Maine Maritime Academy in Castine\, Maine\, on January 9th\, 2025. Hosted by the University of Maine Aquaculture Research Institute and the Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center\, this year’s Summit will focus on the challenges and opportunities presented by a changing climate. Learn about the environmental changes impacting Maine’s coastal ecosystems and their effects on aquaculture. Sessions and workshops will explore climate resilience\, sustainable practices\, and workforce development. \nPlenary Speaker: The amazing Halley Froehlich from UC Santa Barbara will be our plenary speaker and will share with us the latest knowledge about how the changing environment impacts aquaculture- and what we can do to adapt. \nWho will be involved? \n\nAquaculture farmers & Industry members\n\nSeaweed farmers are needed for a roundtable discussion on seaweed farming and climate change with keynote speaker Halley Froehlich!\nOyster farmers are needed for a workshop on selective breeding programs with Paul Rawson\n\n\nResearchers & Students\nSmall business advocates\nAnd many other fun and cool people!
URL:https://shawinstitute.org/event/maine-aquaculture-rde-summit/
LOCATION:Maine Maritime Academy\, 1 Pleasant Street\, Casine\, ME\, 04420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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