Newsletter – May 15, 2025

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In This Issue: Crossroads Live Story Slam at Clifford Arts & Student Center, All Roads Music Festival Weekend, Moonlight and Romance Spring Pops Concert with Penobscot Bay Singers, Indoor Yard Sale at Belfast United Methodist Church, City Drawers Fit Event, Comedy Night at Hey Sailor, The Sea Strings in Concert at Searsport First Congregational Church, Plant Swap at Marsh River Cooperative, Project Clean-Up Week at Searsport Shores Ocean Campground, Repair Cafe at Waldo County YMCA, Soft Season Opening at Toddy Pond Farm, and so much more!

This is news from the Bay & Beyond. Your Chamber Working For You!

Featured Member – RE/MAX Jaret & Cohn

Find Home with RE/MAX Jaret & Cohn

Mission:

For over 40 years, RE/MAX Jaret & Cohn has been guiding people home in Midcoast Maine with diligence, confidence, and strong local expertise.

About Us:

RE/MAX Jaret & Cohn has been locally owned and deeply rooted in Midcoast Maine since the early 1980s. With more than 40 agents across four offices in Belfast, Camden, Rockland, and Waldoboro, we don’t just work here; this special place is a part of us. From the back roads and neighborhoods, to the school pick-up lines and tide schedules, we have a comprehensive understanding of what makes the Midcoast tick, and we bring that insight to every transaction. Backed by the strength of the nation’s #1 real estate brand, we are experienced professionals who put your goals and our community first. We’ll help you buy, sell, and invest in properties throughout the region with local insight, intentional strategy, and global connections.

What Sets Us Apart:

Real estate is personal, and so is our approach. We understand that buying or selling real estate is a milestone deserving of deep consideration, and we tailor each experience to your unique situation. 

As trusted professionals and active members of the communities we serve, our agents show up ready to listen, and with a shared investment in your success. Wherever your real estate journey takes us, we’re not walking alongside you, we walk ahead; clearing the path, anticipating turns, and advocating for your best interests every step of the way. We are also proud to support local nonprofits, sponsor community events, and lend a hand where it’s needed. Because when our communities thrive, we all do.

Each year, hundreds of families and individuals trust us with one of life’s biggest decisions, and we don’t take that lightly. We know that real estate goes far beyond buying and selling; to us, it’s connection, trust, and investing in the future of Midcoast Maine.

Looking Ahead:

In 2025, our focus remains steady: strengthening our communities through meaningful relationships and expert guidance. We’re continually growing our Agent Support Team, finding ways to get involved with important local organizations, enhancing marketing tools, and investing in new ways to serve our clients at the highest level possible. Whether you’re making your first move or your fifteenth, work with the agency that understands what matters most to you, and believes the process should feel just as good as the results.

RE/MAX Jaret & Cohn
121 Main St. Belfast, ME 04915 | 207-338-4220 | www.jaretcohn.com

Newsletter – May 8, 2025

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In This Issue: Bar Take Over at Pulling Corks, Family Art Workshop at Anodyne book shop, Opening Weekend at Maine Artisans Collective, Live Music with Cryin’ Out Loud at Stone Tree Farm & Cidery, Spring Fling Annual Auction with Cornerspring Montessori School, Dance Party & Mother’s Day Brunch at The Club Marina and Bar, Bagaduce Music Scandi Pop Up Dance Series at Marsh River Theater, Friends of Sears Island Vernal Pools, Maine Author Paul Doiron at Left Bank Books, Maine’s Spring Birds presentation with Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition, Keeping Belfast Maine Beautiful Weekend, Belfast Farmers’ Market returns to Waterfall Arts, and so much more!

This week’s cover photo comes to you from Harbor Hill Center and a sweet serenade. Happy Mother’s Day to all the great moms out there. This is news from the Bay & Beyond. Your Chamber Working For You!

Featured Member – The Mount Battie Inn

Start your vacation off right with a memorable stay at The Mount Battie Inn, filmed by Travel Nation for The Travel Channel. For 18 years we have pampered our guests with Personal Vacation Planning & Full Concierge Service! Conveniently located between Belfast & Camden, on the Mountain Battie, overlooking Penobscot Bay, our 21 spacious, organically cleaned rooms with handmade curtains, dust ruffles & decorative pillows surrounded with Lush Gardens, Picnic Area with BBQ Pergola, Gazebo, Fire-Pit Deck, Dining Table Pergola & Wrap-Around Porch will take you back to carefree days. Enjoy fresh home-baked goodies delivered to your room daily, on your private porch. Christine & Ed take a personal interest in your vacation by combining B&B hospitality with motel privacy. We have no property fees; No parking fees; No booking fees. Our rates are sensible & our welcome is genuine! 

Call to book our “Spring Special.”  Stay 1 night, 2nd is ½ price, Stay 2 nights, 3rd is free! You’re going to have a wonderful time!

The Mount Battie Inn
2158 Atlantic Hwy. Rt. 1, Lincolnville, ME 04849 | 207-236-3870 | www.mountbattie.com

Newsletter – May 1, 2025

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In This Issue: Creating Communities of Compassion with New Hope Midcoast, Art Opening at Anodyne book shop, Poets Andrea Ballou and Pam Alexander at Left Bank Books, Studio Tours and Demos at Unity Pond Pottery as part of Maine Pottery Tour Weekend, Safety & Health Fair at Waldo County YMCA, Summer Concert & Food Truck Series Kickoff Weekend at Stone Tree Farm & Cidery, 13th Annual KnitMaine-ia with St Margaret’s Belfast, Live Music with Neil Pearlman + Giovanni Kiyingi at Bagaduce Music at Marsh River Theater, Our Town Belfast Business Coffee at Pulling Corks, Marsh River Cooperative Spring Clean Up Day, and so much more! Bahner Farmstand, The Red Barn Marketplace, Patchwork Plus, Brooks Country View Golf Club and Northport Golf Club open for the season!

This week’s cover photo comes to you from some great businesses in Unity! Stone Tree Farm & Cidery, Maine Alpaca Experience Northport & Unity, and Unity Pond Pottery supporting each other and promoting their region together! This is news from the Bay & Beyond. Your Chamber Working For You!

Featured Member – North Star Adventures

Let Nature Be Your North Star

At North Star Adventures, we believe in the restorative power of the outdoors — a gift that belongs to everyone, regardless of ability. Join us and let nature become your sanctuary: a place where limitations fade and the healing energy of the wild inspires renewal, confidence, and joy.

The heart behind North Star Adventures, Nancy Zane, brings over 25 years of outdoor leadership experience to every trip and class. A passionate educator and guide, Nancy has dedicated her life to helping people uncover their inner strength, connect deeply with nature, and embrace the power of adventure.

Her journey has always been about more than reaching a summit or paddling a new stretch of coastline — it’s about transformation. With every retreat, paddle, and mountain hike, Nancy encourages you to step outside your comfort zone, reflect, grow, and reconnect with yourself. Her ability to inspire is what truly sets her apart — participants often say a trip with Nancy is both grounding and life-changing.

Adventures for Every Explorer
At North Star Adventures, we offer custom-designed experiences that allow you to craft something truly your own. Our goal is to work with you to create a fun, safe, and one-of-a-kind adventure that meets your goals and fuels your spirit of exploration.

We also offer a wide range of Women’s Adventures and open enrollment trips and classes, open to anyone who’s ready to get outside and grow. Sea kayaking and inland paddling adventures take you through Maine’s stunning waterways — from quiet, serene lakes to the wild, rugged coastline. Hiking and backpacking trips range from local excursions to full-on backcountry journeys. Join us every summer Tuesday for Trekking Tuesday — weekly hikes exploring different trails across Maine.

Winter excursions can be a hut to hut ski trip, an expedition to Baxter State Park, day hiking, snowshoeing, or a winter camping trip.
Build your outdoor skills with practical, confidence-boosting classes like Outdoor Baking, Land & Sea Navigation, and Sea Kayak Skills.
Wilderness First Aid (WFA) courses are offered each spring and fall, led by Nancy through the SOLO School of Wilderness Medicine, where she’s been an instructor for over a decade.

Ready to begin your next adventure?
Visit our website for upcoming trips, custom options, and inspiration for your next great journey.

North Star Adventures
Based in Unity, ME | 207-692-3138 | northstaradventures.me

Newsletter – April 24, 2025

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In This Issue: Opening Weekend of ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time’ with Belfast Maskers, Arbor Day Celebration with Belfast Parks and Recreation Department and Belfast Garden Club, Shred-It and Drug Take Back event with Waldo County Triad, Mother’s Day Complimentary Tea and Jewelry Sale at Belfast United Methodist Church, Jazz Weekend in Blue Hill with Bagaduce Music, ‘Does It Match The Couch?’ Exhibition and Opening Reception at Waterfall Arts, Live Music Last Saturdays at the Belfast, ME American Legion Post #43, Community Tea Party with Hospice Volunteers of Waldo County, Maine, Friends of Sears Island Fundraising Dinner at Anglers Restaurant, Four Course French Wine Tasing Dinner at Aster & Rose Maine, Two New Guest Artists at Local Color Gallery Maine, Opening Weekend event for Portable Pie Place, Weekend Workshop with MidCoast Shakespeare Studio, and so much more!

This week’s cover photo comes to you from the Maine Governor’s Conference on Tourism held in Bangor May 16 & 17. The Chamber staff enjoys attending, networking, and learning so much from industry professionals about our great state. It was also great to connect with other Chamber members we saw at the event!

2025 Belfast: The Bay and Beyond Regional Guide Flipbook

IT’S ARRIVED! 2025 Belfast: The Bay and Beyond ~ The Official Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce Regional Guide!

Cover photo includes the Schooner Charm and Come Boating Belfast Maine rowers. Photo by Kellie Lucaczyk Photography.

Many thanks to the absolutely tremendous team at Down East Magazine for collaborating with us again this year on a quality magazine. So many great articles, features, and photos!

Please stop by the Chamber Information Center and pick up your free copy or a bundle for your office or business. If you are a Chamber member business and would like to get on our distribution list, please call 207-338-5900 or email chamberoffice@belfastmaine.org.

And it’s NEVER TOO EARLY to start planning for 2026! If you’re still considering an advertisement or want to find out how to promote your business or organization through this great publication, contact us! 

Newsletter – April 17, 2025

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In This Issue: Poetry Readings at Anodyne book shop, Cork & Canvas at Bucksport Trading Post, Repair Cafe at Waldo County YMCA, Marine Mammal Standing Response Workshop with Friends of Sears Island, A Crankie Show at Marsh River Theater, Easter Sunday Services, Opening Day at Northport Golf Club, Upcoming Workshops at Waterfall Arts, and so much more!

This week’s cover photo comes to you from the Belfast Lions Club – Belfast, ME Pancake Breakfast, courtesy of BELFAST (MAINE) POLICE DEPARTMENT. This is news from the Bay & Beyond. Your Chamber Working For You!

The Power of a Thriving Tourism Season

From the Director’s Desk

As we transition into another beautiful Maine spring, our thoughts naturally turn to the upcoming tourism season—a time when our coastal towns come alive with visitors, activity, and opportunity.

A thriving tourism season is more than just busy sidewalks and full restaurants—it’s a vital pillar of our local economy. For many of our Chamber members, particularly those in retail, hospitality, food service, and the arts, the influx of summer and fall visitors provides the revenue needed to sustain operations year-round. Quite simply, tourism keeps our local economy moving.

But the benefits go even deeper.

Tourism fuels job creation, from seasonal staff to full-time positions that support families across Waldo County. It encourages both public and private investment in everything from downtown improvements to broadband access. And it gives us a valuable platform to share what makes our community so special—our creativity, our natural beauty, and our Maine hospitality.

The Chamber plays a key role in this ecosystem. Through events like Arts in the Park, visitor information services, and promotion of our members, we help connect travelers to the experiences they seek—and in turn, drive dollars to our local businesses.

So as we gear up for the busy months ahead, let’s celebrate the opportunity tourism brings. Whether you’re welcoming visitors to your storefront, your gallery, your trail, or your inn, know that your work contributes to the vibrancy of our region.

Here’s to a strong, successful season ahead!

Warmly,
Dorothy Havey
President/CEO
Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce