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Live Music and Craft Beer

Fogtown Brewing Company 25 Pine St., Ellsworth

Join us at our Ellsworth taproom for an unforgettable weekend filled with live music and craft beer! See where we brew all our delicious products, taste them, and immerse yourself in the craft brewing scene of Downeast Maine.

Enjoy our pizza special, highlighting farm-to-table ingredients, and groove to live music on Friday and Saturday. It's the perfect way to unwind, celebrate, and savor the unique flavors of craft brewing in Maine!

Event Details:

Location: Fogtown Brewing Ellsworth Taproom
Days: Friday and Saturday
Time: Starting at 6 PM

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Live Theatre: Disney The Litttle Mermaid

The Grand Theater 165 Main Street, Ellsworth

Directed by Ashley Terwilliger, Music Direction by Rebecca Edmondson
On the Stanley Subaru Stage
Performance Dates: October 4-6/11-13/18-20

In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above.
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Howard Ashman, Glenn Slater
Book by Doug Wright
Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film that was produced by Howard Ashman & John Musker and written & directed by John Musker & Ron Clements. Originally Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions.

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Artisan Trunk show @ Elizabeth’s

Elizabeth's Fine Goods 124 Main Street, Ellsworth

Join Maine artists Anne Woodman and the creators of Maine Shellware for a trunk show at Elizabeth's Fine Goods in the heart of downtown Ellsworth. Meet the artists behind these Maine-inspired creations and shop at one of the most unique shops in downtown Ellsworth.

The show will open at 9 am and end at 4 pm.

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Instrument Petting Zoo with Ellsworth Community Music Institute

Ellsworth Public Library State Street, Ellsworth

Join Ellsworth Community Music Institute (ECMI) for an Instrument-Petting Zoo from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 5th, 2024, at the Ellsworth Public Library. This interactive musical instrument demonstration features the cello, violin, piano, and guitar. ECMI faculty will offer the demonstrations, allowing young children four and up to touch, play, and experience instruments in person.

The Instrument Petting Zoo will be held at the Ellsworth Public Library. The event is sponsored by the Ellsworth Community Music Institute (ECMI), and admission is free to all!

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Straw Painting

Mimi's Craft Basket 51 Franklin Street, Ellsworth

Come join the fun as you experiment with water colors and straws to make your own unique art. This class is free.

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Blown Glass Pumpkin Patch at Atlantic Art Glass

Atlantic Art Glass 25 Pine St., Ellsworth

Every October, we turn the hot glass-blowing shop into a "Glass Pumpkin Patch." We will pull out all the stops for Maine Crafts Weekend to celebrate and share our love of glass and other crafts with you! Linda Perrin and her team of glassblowers delight in creating a hub of arts activities while they demonstrate their glassblowing craft to the public. Come to the warehouse to watch traditional glassblowing all day as they make glass pumpkins in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and colors! Other local artisans will be showing and selling their crafts during the event. New this year are weaving and enameling workshops – stay tuned! Fine jewelry, pottery, prints, and more... Fogtown Brewery, located in the same building, will be slinging beverages and wood-fired pizza.! Swing by on Saturday from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm and on Sunday from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.

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Maine Craft Weekend at Artsworth

Artsworth Studios 25 Pine St., Ellsworth

A weekend of open studio activities! Artsworth annually creates this "hub" of fine arts activities in the building we share with our glassblowing neighbor, Atlantic Art Glass. It's a grand celebration of creativity by local makers, and you can find many of them here in one dynamic location.

Linda Perrin's team of glassmakers will demonstrate traditional glassblowing all day as they make glass pumpkins of all shapes, sizes, and colors! Atlantic Art Glass's studio will be turned into a glass pumpkin patch as the molten glass is pulled from the furnace, blown, and hand-formed on the end of a blowpipe. There are bleachers set up, and refreshments will be provided for your comfort as you watch demonstrations. The glass pumpkin patch charms visitors of all ages!

Artsworth is considered an MCA HUB. Local artisans will share their work at the 25 Pine St. Warehouse—fine jewelry, prints, pottery, fiber art, and more! Everyone will be showing, selling, demonstrating, and discussing how they make their work.

Come one, come all! Artsworth prides itself on being welcoming to all people and focusing on building community one event at a time. We want to see you out for this fabulous weekend—see you there!

Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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Reading Dragons Kickoff Party

Ellsworth Public Library State Street, Ellsworth

Let the dragon adventures begin! Register for Reading Dragons and pick up your first three cards! There will be dragon-themed crafts to take home, games, and snacks! This event will take place from 2-4 pm, after hours in the library.

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Public Art Workshop: Creating String-Light Spheres @ 16 State St

Ellsworths Downtown Makerspace 16 State Street, Ellsworth

Join Amy Reisman for a community workshop where participants will learn to create beautiful spherical sculptures using chicken wire and string lights. These sculptures will be featured in a community art installation in downtown Ellsworth’s Merrill Park for the 2024 holiday season. During the workshop, you'll be guided through the basics of chicken wire sculpting using simple tools and materials. Whether you're an experienced DIY enthusiast or a complete beginner, this workshop welcomes everyone eager to contribute to our community art project. Let's come together to spread holiday cheer through creativity and community spirit!

Materials Provided :
Chicken wire
String lights (LED recommended for energy efficiency)
Zip ties or twist ties

Please Bring:
Wire cutters
Pliers
Safety gloves

Registration: To reserve your workshop spot, visit https://tinyurl.com/lighted-art-spheres

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Steven Moore at The Black Moon Public House on Main Street

The Black Moon Public House 142 Main Street, Ellsworth

Black Moon Public House presents singer-songwriter Steven Moore. Hailing from Los Angeles and currently lost in Maine, Moore is the consummate entertainer who knows how to work the room. He will perform on Saturday, October 5th, from 6-8 pm. NO COVER. FREE PARKING. FAMILY FRIENDLY.

Drag Me Downtown @ The Black Moon Public House

The Black Moon Public House 142 Main Street, Ellsworth

Let us drag you downtown for a night to remember! Cocktails, dinner, friends, and of course Drag! Hostess Lucy Ho and her performers are here to slay as they sing, dance, and gyrate to upbeat pop and soulful ballads.

Get ready to laugh and cheer while you join in on the experience! This event is 21+ and has NO COVER CHARGE!

Come meet the best queens on the planet! ✨Izzy Lovelace ✨Rez Bone ✨Jen D’abenda ✨Lucy Ho

Saturday , October 5 at 8 pm.