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 »
Category: Working Waterfronts
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 »
Climate of Change 7: Aquaculture for People and Planet – Damariscotta
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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 »
Webinar – Navigating Lobster Tariffs
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Join Island Institute for an in-depth discussion on the potential impacts of lobster tariffs on Maine’s marine economy, fishermen, and fishing-dependent communities. As global trade policies shift, new tariffs could drastically reshape the industry, affecting market access, pricing, and the livelihoods of those who depend on lobster fishing. This webinar will bring together industry experts,… Read more »
Webinar – Diversifying Your Income with Profit Decoder
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About this Webinar: Island Institute, in partnership with Profit Decoder, is excited to offer a customized financial management tool designed specifically for Maine’s lobster industry. This tool helps lobstermen gain greater control over their business finances, make informed decisions, and navigate the challenges of an evolving industry. In this online training for Maine’s lobstermen and… Read more »
