The Art of Wood Engraving and Woodcut Siri Beckman will talk about wood engraving and woodcut with a book signing to follow. She recently published The Prints of Siri Beckman: Engraving a Sense of Place with Down East Books, which includes an introduction by renowned New England art critic Carl Little. Copies of her book … Continue reading "Seaside Series: Siri Beckman"

Enchanted Islands is a living art story project, a collaboration between writer-performer Melody Bates, costume artist Jennifer Paar, and Deer Isle sculptor Peter Beerits. The 2024 residency will include three original versions of beloved fairy tales at Nervous Nellie’s on Deer Isle with the storyteller costumed in spectacular garments designed for each tale. These stories … Continue reading "Faerie Queen Story Hour"

An Island Family Picture Book The Friendly Maine Lobstermen: A Voyage of the Kieran Scott is the first picture book by Melissa Jones-Bayley, the author, and her children Rosalie and Gavin Bayley, the illustrators. The book is a sweet tale about cooperation and sharing in the lobster industry, focusing on kindness and helpfulness. The art … Continue reading "The Friendly Maine Lobstermen"

Stonington ROCKS Its History and Future The Deer Isle Granite Museum on Main Street celebrates the skill and bravery of the island’s stonecutters and Stonington’s hard working culture. Come learn more about the Museum and its relevance to our local culture from the Town of Stonington Economic & Community Development Director Linda Nelson. Nelson is … Continue reading "Seaside Series: Linda Nelson"

Don Bardole hosts a reception for his SPL exhibit with light refreshments and live music performed by Rugosa Rose. A selection of Don's paintings past and present are on display August 6 through October 19 at SPL. Don Bardole is originally from upstate New York and had most of his formal education in the Northeast. … Continue reading "Don Bardole Exhibit Reception"