Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce

EAGLEMANIA
2026-05-22 18:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Caribou Performing Arts Center, 308 Sweden St, Caribou, United States
EagleMania the best tribute to the Eagles music globally! Coming to the Caribou performing Arts center May 22 tickets on sale at S. W. Collins
Sleepers as well as the cigarette shopper in madawaska

Public Youth Art Group
2026-05-19 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-05-12 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-05-05 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-04-28 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-04-21 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-04-14 14:30 - 16:00 | Mark and Emily Turner Memorial Library, 39 2nd Street, Presque Isle, 04769, United States
The Youth Peer Support Statewide Network (Youth Peer Support Statewide Network | Maine Behavioral Healthcare | Maine (mainehealth.org)) is a growing resource open to any Youth (ages 14 – 26) who reside in Maine and self-identify as having struggled with Mental Health challenges.
The YPSSN welcomes Aroostook County Youth to participate in the free, weekly Art Group, at the Mark and Emily Turner Memorial Library! You do not have to work with one of our Peer Partners to participate in this recurring event, it’s free, and we provide snacks! Just show up, bring some curiosity, and let’s make Art!
Art Supplies and Snacks are provided for free when in attendance at the weekly Art Group. Parental supervision is not required, but the participants must meet the following criteria:

1. Be between the ages of 14 – 26
2. Self-identify as having Mental Health struggles. NO DIAGNOSIS needed.
3. Be a Maine resident. If you’re an unhoused community member in Maine, we have open arms and Welcome you!
Hope to see you at the next YPSSN Art Group!

Location Mark and Emily Turner Memorial Library

American Legion Monthly Meeting - Skyway Industrial Park
2026-05-18, 2026-04-20 | ME
Supper with a business meeting to follow.
Auxiliary Members, Wives, and Guests are always welcome.

Ranked Choice Voting Education Event
2026-05-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Mark and Emily Turner Memorial Library, 39 2nd Street, Presque Isle, 04769, United States
Maine uses the Ranked Choice Voting Election Method for some races, including many in the June 9 primary election. This is a nonpartisan voter education event where you can have your questions answered and practice voting. All ages are welcome!

Future Forward Summit
2026-05-14 08:30 - 13:00 | The Northeastland Hotel, 436 Main St, Presque Isle, 04769, United States
Join Momentum Aroostook for Future Forward, a one-day summit for rising professionals ready to lead, grow, and thrive in their careers!
This year’s keynote speaker is Dr. Marie Hansen from Husson University on Building the Mindsets That Move People, Careers, and Communities. Learn more about the power of saying yes, innovation and creative thinking, and putting ideas into action from the rest of our exciting speaker lineup!
– Sherry Locke, TEMPO Employment Services
– Ruba Haddad, Katahdin Trust Company
– Small Business Panel with Neighborhood Books, Northern Maine Kolache Co., and Serendipitous Dragonfly
Light breakfast & lunch is included with your ticket: $30 Professionals & $20 Students.
For more information, visit us on Facebook or email momentumaroostook@gmail.com

Maine FFA State Convention
2026-05-13 13:00 - 2026-05-15 15:00 | University of Maine at Presque Isle, 181 Main Street, Presque Isle, 04769, United States
The Maine FFA State Convention is a celebration of the accomplishments of FFA members that takes place each year. This year’s Convention is being held on the UMPI and NMCC campuses and we anticipate 400 members and guests in attendance. As we develop our schedule of events, we are excited to partner with local businesses and community organizations to showcase opportunities for youth in Maine.

2026 Aroostook County Tourism Summit
2026-05-13 09:30 - 14:00 | hidden spring winery, 1057 White Settlement Rd, , ME 04730, Hodgdon, 04730, United States
The tourism and hospitality industry of Maine’s Aroostook County is coming together for a day of workshopping, networking, & visitation data
Tourism is growing
Join us 9-2:30 PM on Thursday, May 13th at Hidden Spring Winery in Hodgdon, Maine for a day committed to growing the tourism industry of Maine’s Aroostook County. Registration is requested, but not required – all are invited.
Together, we can invite more visitors to the region to enjoy the things that make Aroostook the Crown of Maine. All state of Maine associations and tourism offices have been invited and this means it is a great place for Aroostook County businesses to meet and talk with folks from across Maine.
Of all visitors to Maine in the summer of 2025, 7% come to Aroostook County. That is more than double the amount that came in the summer of 2024.
We think that the businesses, trails, parks, and attractions here are ready to double that number again! We can only do it if we all work together. In 2024, Aroostook County saw the first decrease in visitation since 2020 due to no snowfall – 2025 visitation data will reveal if we have bounced back from that decline.
This event is free to attend and lunch is provided. Please come early and stay late – this is a great way to share and connect to growing Maine’s tourism industry.
Do you realize there is a 1 (888) 216-2463 travel number offering live travel advice or that www.visitaroostook.com is brand new?
Do an audit, are you plugged in and taking advantage of all the ways to promote your business for free? The consumer has specific expectations when planning a trip and researching a destination. Do you have print materials where that customer is looking for print materials, is your museum showing up on maps and itineraries? Is your event promoting itself or are you assuming it will be picked up – we can be proactive and by working together, we to put the best foot forward for Maine’s Aroostook County. You can find these tools, visitation data, events listings, and more at Aroostook County Tourism Partners www.visitaroostook.com/act-partners
Who should come?
All are invited. Tourism impacts every person in Aroostook County and Maine. If you own a customer-facing business, are a marketer, museum, trail master, land owner, bartender, or artist… okay… You get it. We have invited people and organizations from across Maine and expect a great turnout from Aroostook County businesses. Take advantage of the opportunity to meet in person and share your ideas of what can be done, marketing examples you love, or what trends you’re seeing here. You are encouraged to bring materials like stickers, brochures, and business cards to share at the resource tables.
Thank you.
Thank you to the generous support of the Maine Office of Tourism, Northern Maine Development Commission and Aroostook County Tourism for making this event possible.

2026 Aroostook County Tourism Summit
2026-05-13 09:30 - 14:00 | Hidden Spring Winey, 1057 White Settlement Rd, Hodgdon, ME 04730, Hodgdon, United States
The tourism and hospitality industry of northern Maine is coming together for a full day of workshopping, visitation data deep dive, and emerging trends in birding, cultural tourism, and trail development. All are welcome. Registration is requested.
AGENDA:
08:30 AM – 09:30 AM
Coffee and donuts
09:30 AM – 09:35 AM
Welcome from Hidden Spring Winery
09:35 AM – 10:05 AM
Visitation Data: 2026 Trends and Statistics
10:05 AM – 10:30 AM
Cultural Tourism: Loring Air Museum
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM
Break
10:45 AM – 11:10 AM
Current Project: TBD
11:10 AM – 11:35 AM
Growing Trend: Bird Watching
11:35 AM – 12:00 PM
Marketing Plan: Aroostook County Tourism
12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
Lunch
12:45 PM – 01:45 PM
Workshop: The Business of Agritourism
01:45 PM – 02:00 PM
Thank you

The Top Gun Pitch! ...And Networking
2026-05-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Ignite Presque Isle, 436 Main Street, Presque Isle, 04769, United States
The Top Gun Pitch and Networking Event brings together emerging entrepreneurs, business leaders, and community members for an engaging evening of innovation and connection.
Seven northern Maine entrepreneurs will present their businesses to a panel of judges in a live pitch competition. The first-place winner will receive a $2,500 cash prize, and the runner-up will be awarded $1,000. Both finalists will advance to the Top Gun Showcase Pitch Event at the Maine Entrepreneurs Summit in Portland on May 12.
Attendees are encouraged to network and participate by voting for their favorite presenter to receive the People’s Choice Award.
Date: Thursday, May 7
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Top Gun Participants:
-Rolling Acres Farm & Ranch, Easton – Kamaria Brathwaite
-RosieO, New Sweden – Rosie Otalora
-W & E Events and Rentals LLC., Woodland – Candi Whitmore
-Northern Trail Marketing, Presque Isle – Tyler Brown
-Aroostook Technologies Inc., Fort Fairfield – Wade McFarland
-Timber Candle Bar and Boutique, Caribou – Gerri Nadeau
-Fiddlehead Life LLC, Island Falls – Elizabeth Carroll
Judging Panel
-Mystery Judge
-Machias Savings Bank
-Northern Maine Development Commission
This event is supported by Machias Savings Bank and Northern Maine Development Commission, and made possible by Ignite Presque Isle and the Maine Center for Entrepreneurs.
Registration is encouraged.

Madawaska Community Baby Sprinkle
2026-05-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Madawaska Public Library, 393 Main St, Madawaska, 04756, United States
Join us in Madawaska for a Community Baby Sprinkle to celebrate all new and expecting Aroostook County parents!
This is a free event open to all parents expecting a baby and families with a newborn who live in Aroostook County.
Event Highlights Include:
-Raffles! Carseat/Stroller combo, Baby bath basket, baby monitor, and more!
-Connect with local community resources such as WIC Public health nursing, Maine families, and more!
-Light snacks and refreshments
-Pre-register and receive a bag with diapers, wipes, and a sleep sack!

Leadership Seminar
2026-05-06 11:00 - 14:00 | The Northeastland Hotel, 436 Main St, Presque Isle, 04769, United States
Join local business leaders for a focused Leadership Seminar designed to inspire growth, clarity, and connection.
Hosted at the Northeastland Hotel, this midday event features insights from Greg Frame, Esq., plus lunch and materials included—perfect for professionals looking to strengthen their leadership skills and network with peers.
Click here to register.

Benefit Lunch at Chapman Ridge Runner Snowmobile Club House
2026-05-02 11:00 - 14:00 | ME
Benefit lunch to support a family in Mapleton as they navigating a difficult health journey with incredible strength.
May 2 from 11-2
Spaghetti Lunch with all the fixing
Chapman Ridge Runner Snowmobile Club House
94 Townhall Road
Chapman, ME
POC Dawn Larabee 554-0957

First Friday Art Walk
2026-05-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Presque Isle Maine, Main Street, Presque Isle, 04769, United States
Join us in Beautiful downtown Presque Isle Maine while we have our First Friday Art Walk! This event happens year-round, on the first Friday of every month. Join our local businesses as they celebrate and display local artisans. Refreshments are usually served, and a flyer is available to show you which business to hit next on your walk. This is a fun event and is open and free to the public.

Planetarium Show: Unveiling the Invisible Universe
2026-04-25 15:00 - 15:30, 2026-04-24 18:30 - 19:00 | Francis Malcolm Science Center, 776 Houlton Rd., Easton, 04740, United States
Unveiling the Invisible Universe
For thousands of years, humans observed the light coming from the night sky with their eyes. At the beginning of the 17th century, Galileo’s invention of the telescope revolutionized our knowledge of the Universe. Finally, in the 20th century, with the advent of rockets, it became possible to go above the Earth’s atmosphere and observe X-ray and gamma ray radiation, which are the marks of the hot and violent universe. But it is not only light that can give us information about the cosmos. Neutrinos and cosmic rays also provide vital information. Finally, the detection by the LIGO experiment of gravitational waves from two merging black holes opened a new window in astrophysics. This video presents images of the cosmos as revealed by all these different messengers.
Preview at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FF8mQ9raouE
Space is limited to 30 people; reservations are needed. Please call Jim Stepp at 207-554-7837 and leave a message containing your name, the number of seats your party will need, and your phone number. You will receive a call in the evening confirming your reservation.
Tickets are $5.00 per person. We are unable to take credit/Debit cards. Please bring exact cash.

1920's Murder Mystery Dining Experience
2026-04-18 17:00 - 21:00 | Anah Shriners Club, 390 Houlton Road, Presque Isle, 04769, United States
Step back in time to the glitz and glamour of the Jazz Age for an unforgettable night of mystery, mayhem, and mouthwatering cuisine! Join us for “Murder at the Speakeasy”, a fully immersive 1920s-themed murder mystery dining experience where YOU become part of the story. The champagne flows, the jazz plays hot, and secrets run deeper than a bathtub gin operation. But when someone turns up dead, it’s up to you and your fellow guests to uncover the killer hiding in plain sight. ✨ What to Expect: A decadent 3-course dinner inspired by the flavors of the 1920s Live, interactive entertainment featuring professional actors and unscripted twists A suspenseful, fun-filled plot where guests can engage as much—or as little—as they like in solving the crime 🎩 Dress to Impress! Channel your inner flapper, gangster, or silent film star—dressing up is highly encouraged! Feathered headbands, fedoras, pearls, pinstripes, and all the razzle-dazzle of the era are welcome. There may even be a prize for Best Dressed!

Poetry Reading - Longfellow's "Paul Revere's Ride"
2026-04-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Mark and Emily Turner Memorial Library, 39 2nd Street, Presque Isle, 04769, United States
FREE – Akeley Gallery, Turner Memorial Library, 39 Second Street

Craft Fair
2026-04-18 09:00 - 15:00 | Ashland Recreational Department, Exchange Street, Ashland, M, 04732, United States
Come check out the Spring Craft Fair at the Ashland Recreational Center April 18th from 9am to 3pm. We have a bunch of different vendors. Build-A-Bear, Zebra Products, Aspen Nails, Permanent Jewelry, Quilting, Crafts, Wood Working, and more.

Ashland Spring Craft Fair
2026-04-18 09:00 - 15:00 | Ashland Recreational Department, Exchange Street, Ashland, M, 04732, United States
Come on out and support our locals! We will be having a Craft Fair April 18th, from 9am to 3pm, at the Ashland Recreational Department. Build-A-Bear is back, so bring your kids out!!! There will be a variety of crafters and a couple yard sale booths. We have Quilting, Knitting, Permant Jewelry, Red Aspen Nails, Zebra Sent Products, Wood Working, and more! There will be something for everyone. If your interested in a booth call/text/FB Message Lindsey Hafford (207) 554-0553. Full Booths are $25.00 and Half Booths are $12.50. Please feel free to share with all your family and friends. Thank You for all of the public support and a huge Thank You goes out to the Crafters/Vendors. We couldn’t make this possible without everyone involved. See everyone soon!!!

Communicating in the Modern Workplace: Speak. Write. Succeed.
2026-04-16 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-14 15:00 - 17:00 | University of Maine at Presque Isle, 181 Main Street, Presque Isle, 04769, United States
The University of Maine at Presque Isle’s Employer U program will host a six-session professional development series titled “Communicating in the Modern Workplace: Speak. Write. Succeed.” beginning Tuesday, March 31 and continuing through Thursday, April 16. The series will show participants how to communicate more clearly and confidently in professional settings and cover topics such as effective written communication, presentations, and navigating challenging workplace conversations. Each session will take place 3-5 p.m. in UMPI’s MMG Center for Professional Development and on Zoom. Registration is $299 per person or $249 per person for the group rate (3 people or more from the same organization). FMI: Brandi Perry, (207) 768-9471, or brandi.perry@maine.edu. To register, visit umpi.edu/employer-u/.

Libra Distinguished Lecture Series Kyle Poissonnier
2026-04-14 19:00 - 20:30 | University of Maine at Presque Isle, 181 Main Street, Presque Isle, 04769, United States
The University of Maine at Presque Isle will host Kyle Poissonnier, founder of Catalyst for Change (CFC) Wear, as its next speaker in the Libra Distinguished Lecture Series on Tuesday, April 14 at 7 p.m. in the Campus Center’s Multi-Purpose Room and via Zoom. Poissonnier will discuss his journey, from growing up in Smithfield, Maine, to launching a hugely successful Maine-based clothing company. CFC Wear uses its clothing to raise funds for various charities and causes with a heavy emphasis on mental health and suicide prevention and awareness, raising more than $100,000 since 2016. This talk is free, open to the public, and serves as the University Day keynote address. A full day of student presentations and activities will follow on Wednesday, April 15, starting at 9:15 a.m., which the community is invited to attend. FMI: Emma McNally, (207) 768-9525 or emma.mcnally@maine.edu.

University Day
2026-04-14 17:30 - 2026-04-15 16:30 | University of Maine at Presque Isle, 181 Main Street, Presque Isle, 04769, United States
The University of Maine at Presque Isle will host its 23rd annual University Day in mid-April, celebrating the academic research, scholarly work, and community service being done by students in all disciplines. Activities kick off on Tuesday, April 14 with poster presentations from 5:30-6:45 p.m. followed by a keynote address from Libra Distinguished Lecture Series speaker Kyle Poissonnier, founder of Catalyst for Change (CFC) Wear, at 7 p.m. Both activities take place in the Campus Center’s Multi-Purpose Room. The next day, University Day continues with student presentations in Folsom/Pullen Hall on April 15 starting at 9:15 a.m. These events are free and open to the public. FMI: visit www.umpi.edu/uday or contact Catherine Anderson, (207) 768-9735 or catherine.c.anderson@maine.edu.

Planetarium Show: Amazing Astronomers of Antiquity
2026-04-11 15:00 - 15:30 | Francis Malcolm Science Center, 776 Houlton Rd., Easton, 04740, United States
Amazing Astronomers of Antiquity
Discover how the Pantheon is an astronomical instrument, how Eratosthenes measured the Earth’s circumference, how the Saqqara Step Pyramid depicts the turning stars, who first said that the Earth orbits the Sun, and who created the Antikythera Mechanism with dials and gears to predict motions of the sun, moon, and planets. The seven most Amazing Astronomers of Antiquity are responsible for most of the astronomy we still use every day: watching sunrises, sunsets, and the phasing moon; counting days, months, and years; predicting the seasons and eclipses; gazing at the stars overhead and even reading horoscopes. Join in celebrating these amazing discoveries.
Preview at: https://embed.vhx.tv/packages/249729?&buy_btn=0&title=0&sharing=0&color=2463b5&autoplay=1
Space is limited to 30 people; reservations are needed. Please call Jim Stepp at 207-554-7837 and leave a message containing your name, the number of seats your party will need, and your phone number. You will receive a call in the evening confirming your reservation.
Tickets are $5.00 per person. We are unable to take credit/Debit cards. Please bring exact cash.
