About the Event: The Gulf of Maine is warming faster than many of the world’s oceans, but its productivity is driven by a unique combination of factors—global currents, ocean floor, and more—that create a dynamic and resilient environment. This complexity could be the key to its ability to withstand climate change. Similarly, the coastal communities… Read more »
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Partner Event – Downeast Coastal Conservancy Climate Change Series
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About the Event: Working on a Changing Ocean – Impacts of Climate Change on Gulf of Maine Fisheries Join the Downeast Coastal Conservancy for a talk featuring Island Institute’s Jennifer Seavey about changing fisheries, storm impacts, and how aquaculture offers opportunities in a rapidly changing ocean. Speakers: Jennifer Seavey, Ph.D., Chief Programs Officer, Island Institute… Read more »
Members Only – Cocktails and Conversations in Bar Harbor
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Join the Island Institute Board of Trustees and our senior leadership staff for an evening of cocktails and substantive conversation about our work in the Mount Desert Island community and all along the coast. We look forward to this unique opportunity to connect with you and share our passion for Maine’s island and coastal communities.… Read more »
Partner Event – Hurricane Island’s Convergence: Art Meets Science
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About the Event: CONVERGENCE is a new initiative that explores how art and science shape perception. Through conversations, workshops, and events, Hurricane Island is engaging artists and scientists in dialogue about how each of these practices ask us to pay attention to the world around us. Event Information: Artworks are available for purchase in an… Read more »
Virtual Partner Event – Coffee with the Casco Baykeeper & Island Institute
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Join us for Coffee with the Casco Baykeeper & Island Institute You’re invited to a lively discussion on protecting Maine’s marine environments, fisheries, and coastal communities in a time of climate change! Join Casco Baykeeper Ivy Frignoca, Community Organizer and Volunteer Coordinator Sara Freshley, and Island Institute experts Susie Arnold and Nick Battista as they… Read more »
25th Anniversary Celebration of Island Institute Fellows
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Island Institute proudly celebrated the 25th anniversary of its Fellows Program on August 8th at the Rockport Opera House. The event brought together a vibrant assembly of past, current, and incoming Fellows, advisors, community members, and supporters, all gathered to honor a program that has profoundly shaped both Maine’s coastal communities and the careers of… Read more »
Island Institute Fellows Program: Past, Current, and Future Roles in Supporting Coastal Resilience
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The preparedness of coastal communities in Maine to major weather and climate threats is being tested by increasing physical and economic damages, social justice implications among mitigation and adaptation choices, and interrelated challenges for community wellbeing. On Thursday, March 31st, Session 4 of the 2022 Maine Sustainability & Water Conference will bring together exemplary projects… Read more »
Island Fellows Information Session
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Learn more about the Island Fellow position and the application process at our Zoom information session! Our final Fellows information session for the 2022 application period will be held on March 7th, from 4-5 p.m. EST. This session will provide an overview of the fellowship and application process, plus time to ask staff and current… Read more »
Island Fellows Information Session
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Learn more about the Island Fellow position and the application process at one of our upcoming Zoom information sessions! Our first session is being held on February 17th, from 12-1 p.m. EST, and a second session will be held on March 7th, from 4-5 p.m. EST. Each session will provide an overview of the fellowship… Read more »
Young Leaders Series 2022
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Are you a young person looking to build leadership skills and connect with other young leaders? Join us for our 2022 Young Leaders Series, featuring four virtual, interactive sessions exploring key aspects of leadership. The 4-week series will offer participants the opportunity to actively take part in each discussion and also leave the sessions with… Read more »
