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: Working Waterfronts
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 »
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 »
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 »
(NEW RAIN DATE) Climate of Change 7: Aquaculture for People and Planet – Freeport
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About this Event: NEW RAIN DATE: This screening of Aquaculture for People and Planet will now take place on October 2, at 6 PM at Maine Beer Company. Doors open at 6 PM for socializing with free oysters, pizza and beer while it lasts. The film screening starts promptly at 7 PM with a panel discussion… Read more »
Climate of Change 7: Aquaculture for People and Planet – Stonington
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About this Event: Join us for a free Screening of Aquaculture for People and Planet! 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 Island Institute is helping Maine’s seafood businesses lower… Read more »
Climate of Change 7: Aquaculture for People and Planet – Northeast Harbor
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About this Event: Join us for a free Screening of Aquaculture for People and Planet! 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 Island Institute is helping Maine’s seafood businesses lower… Read more »
