Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce

Declaration of Independence Public Viewings
2026-09-11 10:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-12 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | University of Maine at Presque Isle, 181 Main Street, Presque Isle, 04769, United States
UMPI will host a rare copy of the Declaration of Independence as part of the Maine Historical Society’s statewide tour underway this summer and fall as the United States celebrates its Semiquincentennial, or 250th anniversary, this year. The Declaration will be on display at UMPI’s Center for Innovative Learning from Sept. 11-12. Public viewing hours are 10 a.m.-7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 11, and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12. Free ticketed viewing is available on both days. To secure tickets, please visit this Declaration of Independence Tour Stop webpage: https://www.mainehistory.org/revolutionary-maine-doi-presqueisle/. FMI: Melissa Lizotte, (207) 768-9452, or melissa.m.lizotte@maine.edu.

Presque Isle Farmers Market
2026-09-12 08:30 - 12:30, 2026-09-19 08:30 - 12:30, 2026-09-26 08:30 - 12:30, 2026-10-03 08:30 - 12:30, 2026-10-10 08:30 - 12:30, 2026-10-17 08:30 - 12:30, 2026-10-24 08:30 - 12:30, 2026-10-31 08:30 - 12:30 and 3 more dates | Presque Isle Pavilion, 19 Riverside Dr, Presque Isle, ME, 04769, United States
You’ll find a wide variety of vendors bringing baked goods, handcrafted items, and so much more. It’s more than just shopping—it’s a place to connect, explore, and enjoy a morning surrounded by the energy of your community.

Declaration of Independence Commemoration
2026-09-12 16:00 - 17:00 | University of Maine at Presque Isle, 181 Main Street, Presque Isle, 04769, United States
UMPI will host a rare copy of the Declaration of Independence as part of the Maine Historical Society’s statewide tour underway this summer and fall as the United States celebrates its Semiquincentennial, or 250th anniversary, this year. Public viewings will take place Sept. 11 and 12 and culminate in a commemorative event on Saturday, Sept. 12, 4 p.m., in the Campus Center Multi-Purpose Room.
The commemorative event will include musical performances, remarks by local and state officials, and a group reading of the Declaration of Independence. The public is invited to attend this free event. FMI: Melissa Lizotte, (207) 768-9452, or melissa.m.lizotte@maine.edu.

Public Youth Art Group
2026-09-15 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-09-22 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-09-29 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-10-06 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-10-13 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-10-20 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-10-27 14:30 - 16:00, 2026-11-03 14:30 - 16:00 and 2 more dates | 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
2026-09-21, 2026-10-19, 2026-11-16
Supper with a business meeting to follow.
Auxiliary Members, Wives, and Guests are always welcome.

First Friday Art Walk
2026-10-02 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-11-06 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.

Ashland's Fall Craft Fair
2026-10-03 09:00 - 15:00 | Ashland Recreational Department, Exchange Street, Ashland, M, 04732, United States
Come on out and support your local crafters. There will be many craft booths, yard sale booths, and more. The event takes place at the Ashland Recreational Department. The address says Oak Street, but that entrance is no longer available. The parking lot is off of Exchange St. There may be a good truck on site, details will be disclosed once finalized. If anyone is interested in a booth please contact Lindsey Hafford at 207.554.0553. Texts, calls, and Facebook messages welcome for booth reservations and questions. See everyone in October. It is a great opportunity to Christmas shop!! Items for all ages!!
