Hey everyone! Starting this Sunday May 3rd, I will be teaching a free yoga class the first Sunday of every month at the Peaks Island Community Center at 1 pm. I want to share my love of yoga with the people of Peaks and the Portland Recreation Department has provided a space for me to... Read more »

Raggae Party - popular with off Islanders

Music Gathering Sunday, New Brackett Church, 3:45pm. Bring a song to play with others or a song to perform, all levels welcome, as are all instruments. Primarily acoustic, though we do sometimes gently amplify bass. Bring a song, bring a friend, BYOB. Spectators are welcome. Any questions, contact O.B. O'Brien at 766-5555.

TO register: https://portlandme.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29913#147264

LECTURE SERIES: Tuesdays at 7 p.m. The TEIA Lecture Series is a popular Tuesday evening event open to all Islanders. Join us in the TEIA Hall beginning July 5, 2025. Schedule will be posted this spring.

Speak Up for Democracy: Join your neighbors to write your Representatives 10 am @ Community Center

all welcome

Food Pantry's mission is to provide food assistance to island neighbors. If you have questions or would like to make a donation, contact Libra at 207-838-0337.  

ANYONE WANT TO SING?? The Peaks Island Chorale will begin its rehearsals for the summer concert NEXT MONDAY night, June 8, 7:30 pm at New Brackett Church. No auditions required, just a desire to sing with your neighbors and an open mind! Concert date: August 19, 2026 Join us! FMI:

SMART Recovery is coming to Peaks Island. It is an all-recovery program that uses an evidence-informed approach to overcoming addictive behaviors and to leading a balanced life. SMART is stigma-free and emphasizes self-empowerment. To learn more about SMART recovery, visit smartrecovery.org. WHERE: Parish House at Saint Christopher's Church 15 Central Avenue Peaks Island, ME 04108... Read more »

Join in the fun of weekly Cook Club, led by Pi Crosby and gathering at New Brackett Church. The main ingredient changes weekly. Please contact Pi Crosby at pi.napple5407@gmail.com for more information!

TUESDAY, JULY 7-8:30 pm @ TEIA Peter Brown - presentation The Wild Robot on the Island – get a behind the scenes glimpse of the Wild Robot world with celebrated author/illustrator Peter Brown  Free and open to all no registration

WEDNESDAY, JULY 8 10am -12noon @ TEIA Susan X Fang - workshop BIG FOOD, BIG IMAGINATION – create oversized food art with celebrated Maine author/illustrator of  X. Fang based on her picture book Dim Sum Palace kids & adults welcome Free; registration required: nancy@illustrationinstitute.org

For more info:  https://www.newbrackettchurch.org/upcoming-events/introduction-to-tai-chi-c5jw2-8prw3-mxjd9-naww4-yhn8r-esxat-44zt7-xlcbs-mywn9-zz3ak-mh459-y9wat-wcetr-4h2z6-aph8c-3zcka-k4ngc-yz8p2-yx4w2-ym6kk-627gn-ml3dy-fy8my-423tz-ld7l4-decch-br592   All are welcome. Come join us and learn to play T'ai Chi. INSTRUCTOR: David S Handwerker....40 years of study, practice & teaching. TIME: 10:45am to Noon DATES:  Wednesdays January 7 through February 25 (8 weeks) COST:  $160 for all eight classes, payable to instructor at first class The journey continues …... Read more »

Six week introductory t'ai chi class @ TEIA....Wednesday July 8 to August 12   10:45-noon   $120   Drop ins OK ($20). (The classes at New Brackett Church take the summer off & we will resume there in the fall.) All classes suitable for men & women of all ages & levels of wellness.  On your feet for... Read more »

BURGER NIGHTS ARE BACK FOR 2026! COME ON DOWN TO THE LIONS CLUB AT GREENWOOD GARDENS FOOD SERVED 4:30 – 6:30 PM; MUSIC FROM 5:00 – 8:00 PM $20 FOR BEEF BURGER, VEGGIE BURGER, CHICKEN SANDWICH, OR HOT DOG (2 DOGS) MEALS; $5 FOR ADD-ON HOT DOGS. ALL MEALS COME WITH HOT AND COLD TOPPINGS,... Read more »

AA meeting every Weds

July 8, 8pm @ Fifth Maine: Laura Kargul, Director of Piano Studies at USM, and Portland String Quartet violinist Callie Brennan in a classical program of masterpieces by Brahms, Debussy, Canteloube, Piazzolla and George Shearing.

An ongoing adult tap class, open to all levels of experience, including beginners! Tap shoes not required. Focus is on basic steps and rhythmic variations, leading to more complicated combinations as appropriate to class level. For more information, contact Caitlin Osborne at caitlinosbornedance@gmail.com or 814-574-3740, or Timmi Sellers at 831-917-3092. To sign up and sign... Read more »

Body Conditioning Description: Who: Adults wishing to move and be active Where: Peaks Island Community Center When: 2:15-3:15pm on Thursdays, Feb-April Cost: $40 for 8 weeks How to Register: https://portlandme.myrec.com/info/household/login.aspx?ProgramID=29913&aID=146860 Combine mat work, strength training, and stretching exercises to improve muscle tone, agility, and balance. Participants should be comfortable getting down to the floor (and... Read more »

Preschool Storytime features more challenging stories, songs, movement, and activities to help preschool-age children continue to develop their early literacy skills! Parents and caregivers can play and sing along while learning about new books, songs, fingerplays and stories from our librarians. Disclaimer(s) All children are welcome to attend the PPL Storytime that best fits their schedule. Adults... Read more »

Preschool Storytime features more challenging stories, songs, movement, and activities to help preschool-age children continue to develop their early literacy skills! Parents and caregivers can play and sing along while learning about new books, songs, fingerplays and stories from our librarians. Disclaimer(s) All children are welcome to attend the PPL Storytime that best fits their schedule. Adults... Read more »

Creative Writing for Kids @ Peaks (Grades 3–5)Fridays afternoons, 3:15 pm Creative Writing for Kids (Grades 3–5) Friday afternoons at 3:15 pm. Bring your imagination – journals, pencils and snacks will be provided. Questions contact the library 766-5540 or email us peaks@portlib.org

COLORS and PAGES of PEAKS ART SHOW and RECEPTION: Friday, July 10 at 6 PM and Saturday, July 11 at 9 AM Mark your calendar for TEIA’s annual Color and Pages of Peaks event where island artists, illustrators, and authors come together to share, show, and sell their works. The event’s reception will begin on... Read more »

Join us for some entertaining events! TEIA PANCAKE BREAKFAST: Saturday, July 11 from 8 AM to 10 AM Pancakes, sausage, eggs, fruit, juice, coffee, and tea – what a delicious way to start your Saturday morning! Bring your friends and family, or plan to volunteer for this fundraiser that benefits FRIENDS of TEIA! Adults are... Read more »

COLORS and PAGES of PEAKS ART SHOW and RECEPTION: Friday, July 10 at 6 PM and Saturday, July 11 at 9 AM Mark your calendar for TEIA’s annual Color and Pages of Peaks event where island artists, illustrators, and authors come together to share, show, and sell their works. The event’s reception will begin on... Read more »

Adult Writing Group @ Peaks Saturdays, 9 am - 9:45 am A writing group for adults every Saturday morning at the Peaks Island Branch Library.  This is a group for anyone who likes to write (or would like to start). All skill levels, from beginner to experienced, are welcome. Take inspiration from the weekly writing... Read more »

Never has voter participation been more important! The Defend Democracy initiative and New Brackett Church are teaming up with Reclaim Our Vote/Center for Common Ground to send at least 1,000 get-out-the-vote postcards to Black voters in "forgotten communities" in five southern states  Second GET OUT THE VOTE postcard session Saturday, July 11, 9-11 New Brackett... Read more »

Never has voter participation been more important! The Defend Democracy initiative and New Brackett Church are teaming up with Reclaim Our Vote/Center for Common Ground to send at least 1,000 get-out-the-vote postcards to Black voters in "forgotten communities" in five southern states  Second GET OUT THE VOTE postcard session Saturday, July 11, 9-11 New Brackett... Read more »

SAILING OPEN HOUSE on SATURDAY! Come sail any of our boats and meet our staff! Everyone is welcome! C'mon down to the docks after the Pancake Breakfast. FMI about the TEIA Sailing Program for kids, adults and families contact: Liz Rollins, director 207-653-5325 TEIAsailing@gmail.com

Eucharist service is now every Saturday at 5:00 pm at New Brackett

July 11, 7pm @ Fifth Maine: Catie Curtis in Concert; acoustic folk-rock Goddess, Singer/Songwriter and collaborator touring throughout the US and Europe with14 recordings and over 250,000 CDs sold. Her songs have been featured in several films and multiple tv shows, and she has performed several times at the White House during the Obama administration.