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

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

All events Free, kids ages 6 & up & adults registration required nancy@illustrationinstitute.org 10-11:30 Eamon White - Sport Shoe Painting/w acclaimed NFL, NBA illustrator

all welcome

All events Free, kids ages 6 & up & adults registration required nancy@illustrationinstitute.org 3:00-4:30 William Roth - Dragon Drawing w dynamic teacher, ii curator & graphic novelist

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:

All events Free, kids ages 6 & up & adults registration required nancy@illustrationinstitute.org 10-11:30 Alex Rheault - Expressive Drawing, fear not the white page!! w celebrated artist & teacher

All events Free, kids ages 6 & up & adults registration required nancy@illustrationinstitute.org 3-4:30 Bridey Lee - Nature Sketching on Island w illustrator/naturalist of exquisite talent

For more info or to register:   http://caitlinosbornedance@gmail.com <caitlinosbornedance@gmail.com>

Registration Required Introduction to East Coast Swing! Join Caitlin Osborne for a five-week introduction to East Coast Swing, Tuesdays in June. We'll cover basic steps and turns, plus some fancy steps designed to impress! Class is taught with gender-neutral "lead" and "follow" pairings, and single dancers are welcome to participate. Donation of $10/class suggested, payable... Read more »

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!

An Evening with Diarmuid O'Mearchair Friday, July 24, 2026 7:00 PM 8:00 PM Diarmuid Ó Meachair is a traditional Irish accordion and melodeon player from Cúil Aodha, Co. Cork, and is also a sean-nós singer. In 2022, he was awarded the prestigious TG4 Ceoltóir Óg na Bliana (Young Musician of the Year). Diarmuid currently teaches Irish traditional... Read more »

All events Free, kids ages 6 & up & adults registration required nancy@illustrationinstitute.org 10-11:30 MICHAEL CONNOR Brush & Ink workshop w finest of traditional illustrators & MECA-D professor

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 »

All events Free, kids ages 6 & up & adults registration required nancy@illustrationinstitute.org 3:00-4:30 PATRICK CORRIGAN - Tiny whimsical paintings with renowned illustrator/muralist

AA meeting every Weds

All events Free, kids ages 6 & up & adults registration required nancy@illustrationinstitute.org 10:00-11:30 Isabella Rotman ‘ ZInes for teens!  Engaging Author/graphic novelist/MECA&D

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 »

All events Free, kids ages 6 & up & adults registration required nancy@illustrationinstitute.org 3:00 -4:30 Scott Nash - DIno Drawing & more with ii’s own author/illustrator/co-founder

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

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 »

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