About this Seminar: The second annual Co-op Roundtable is an invitational meeting for all lobster co-op managers, bookkeepers, members and other interested representatives involved in the operations of Maine fishing co-ops. The goal of this session is to have an informal discussion about a variety of topics and to form a supportive network across the… Read more »
Category: Resilient Economies
Partner Event – 2026 Fishermen’s Forum: Funding, Tools, and Programs for Maine’s Working Waterfronts
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About this Seminar: Working waterfronts face a number of challenges ranging from storms to economic change, and yet, they provide critical infrastructure for the longevity of our coastal communities. The Maine Working Waterfront Coalition will host a session to provide attendees with a growing number of tools and programs available to fund, preserve, expand, and… Read more »
Partner Event – Maine Beer Company x Island Institute Community Pizza Night
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About this Event: Join us at Maine Beer Company on Wednesday, April 22nd for a Community Pizza Night! A great chance to meet our staff, learn more about our mission, and eat delicious pizza! Maine Beer Company will be donating 20% of all food sales (including to go) from 4pm to close to support our… Read more »
Partner Event – Casting a Wider Net: Strategies for Extra Income in Coastal Communitities
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Check out this upcoming webinar from partners working with us to support Maine’s fishing communities and a diversified marine economy! February 18th at 4pm — Casting a Wider Net: Strategies for Extra Income in Coastal Communities We are excited to be supporting an upcoming webinar, hosted by marine industry partners at DuraBrite, that will shed light on… Read more »
Partner Event – Downeast Fishing Family Forum
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About the Event: The First Annual Downeast Fishing Family Forum, will take place Thursday, October 16, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Woodlawn Event Center in Ellsworth. This inaugural gathering is designed specifically for fishing families along Maine’s Downeast coast to connect, share experiences, and address the most pressing challenges facing their… Read more »
Climate of Change 7: Aquaculture for People and Planet – Screening at Colby College
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About this Event: Join us and Colby College for a free Screening of Aquaculture for People and Planet! Stick around after the screening for a panel discussion with local aquaculturists, Island Institute staff, and Colby College alumni working in the aquaculture space, where we’ll dive into the vast potential of low-emission seafood, Maine’s opportunity to… Read more »
Trust in Community Journalism – Celebrating Tom Groening’s Contributions to The Working Waterfront Newspaper and Island Journal
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About this Event: Join us for an evening’s conversation about the role of community journalism on the Maine coast and islands, considered through the lens of Island Institute’s 32-year-old newspaper, The Working Waterfront. Local journalism is waning while nationally-focused media becomes increasingly partisan and conflict-driven. The fate of our coastal and island communities depends,… Read more »
Climate of Change 7: Aquaculture for People and Planet – Webinar
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Please note that there are a few cuts in this video due to recording disruptions. Our apologies for the inconvenience. About this Webinar: Discover how Maine’s shellfish and seaweed industries are leading the way in climate-friendly food production. Aquaculture for People and Planet, the latest short film in our Climate of Change series, explores how… Read more »
Partner Event – Island Connectivity Hub Open House
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About the Event: Join us for the Open House at the Island Connectivity Hub in Stonington! Meet other Island Connectivity Hub partners, explore free digital tools provided at the Hub, and learn about the educational offerings, workforce pathways support, and community health resources that are available. Event Information: This is a free event that is… Read more »
Talking Aquaculture in Maine: Scallops – in partnership with the Lincoln Theater
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About this Event: Come and hear a continuation of Talking Aquaculture in Maine! Talking Aquaculture in Maine, offered by Damariscotta’s historic Lincoln Theater in partnership with Island Institute, is a free series bringing important conversations to our community presented by those who are making a substantial contribution to aquaculture here in the state of Maine.… Read more »
