Interested in learning more about Maine Coast Semester at Chewonki? Join us from 7:30-8:30 PM ET on February 9th for a virtual info session! See a presentation about our program, hear from alumni about their experience, and chat with an admissions representative. RSVP now to reserve your spot. Questions? Please email us at admissions@chewonki.org.
Upcoming Events at Chewonki

February 22: Tide Pools
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February 22, 2023 2:00 pm
February 22, 2023 3:00 pm
The tide pool is home to a variety of species whose unique adaptations allow them to maintain stability in a world that is in a constant state of change. Hosted by Wells Public Library.

February 23: Predators
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February 23, 2023 2:00 pm
February 23, 2023 3:00 pm
Explore attitudes toward predators and reasons for their decline throughout history because of habitat loss and human interference. Discussion of current events emphasizes the importance of predators in maintaining the world’s ecological balance. Participants have the opportunity to study mounted animals and see three live, non-releasable predators. Hosted by Lake Auburn Watershed Protection Commission and held at the Lewiston Public Library.

February 24: Fur, Feathers & Feet
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February 24, 2023 2:00 pm
February 24, 2023 3:00 pm
A great program for children from pre-school through 2nd grade. Discover the differences and similarities between birds and mammals as we encourage active learning by dressing two students in our bear and bird costumes. Hosted by Belfast Free Library.

April 19: Vernal Pools
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April 19, 2023 10:30 am
April 19, 2023 11:30 am
Take a closer look at the seasonal nature of a vernal pool and the impact it has on amphibian and invertebrate life cycles. We will develop an understanding of how so many cycles can be supported by a wetland that holds water for only a few short months. Hosted by Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick, Maine.

April 19: Vernal Pools
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April 19, 2023 12:30 pm
April 19, 2023 1:30 pm
Take a closer look at the seasonal nature of a vernal pool and the impact it has on amphibian and invertebrate life cycles. We will develop an understanding of how so many cycles can be supported by a wetland that holds water for only a few short months. Hosted by Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick, Maine.

June 14: Mammals of Maine
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June 14, 2023 10:00 am
June 14, 2023 2:00 pm
Stop by our table to view various specimens and talk to our educator about Maine’s native warm-blooded vertebrates. Hosted by Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay, ME.

June 17: Tide Pools
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June 17, 2023 11:00 am
June 17, 2023 12:00 pm
The tide pool is home to a variety of species whose unique adaptations allow them to maintain stability in a world that is in a constant state of change. Hosted by Cushing Public Library and Thomaston Library. Held at Cushing Public Library

June 22: The Bugmobile
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June 22, 2023 2:00 pm
June 22, 2023 3:00 pm
Is a bug an insect? Is a spider a bug? Chewonki’s “Bugmobile” transports the world of arthropods—insects and their relatives—into the Buck Memorial Library in Bucksport, ME.

June 27: Animal Adaptations
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June 27, 2023 3:00 pm
June 27, 2023 4:00 pm
In this fun-filled hour, students will learn about adaptations, try on fun costumes, and see firsthand how three of our live, non-releasable animals have adaptations that help them thrive in their specific habitats, including our local marine habitat. Hosted by the 7 Lakes Alliance in Belgrade, Maine.

June 30: Owls of Maine
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June 30, 2023 10:00 am
June 30, 2023 11:00 am
Meet the Owls of Maine at the Long Island Community Library.

July 5: Bats of the World
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July 5, 2023 10:00 am
July 5, 2023 11:00 am
This program is designed to ease people’s fears of these fragile creatures and to dispel the myths about them. We take you on a journey through the world of bats, looking at their diversity in a variety of ecosystems. Please note that we do not currently have any live bats for this presentation. Hosted by Orr’s Island Library.

July 5: Biomimicry
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July 5, 2023 3:00 pm
July 5, 2023 4:00 pm
Nature has already invented everything we need. If there is a problem we cannot solve, we can find the answer in nature, we just need to look closely and pay attention. Hosted by 7 Lakes Alliance in Belgrade, ME.

July 11: Fins and Flippers
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July 11, 2023 3:00 pm
July 11, 2023 4:00 pm
Learn about the four major groups of marine mammals, their special adaptations for keeping warm, finding food, and breathing air in the marine environment, and the many threats they face. Hosted by 7 Lakes Alliance in Belgrade, ME.

July 12: The Bugmobile
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July 12, 2023 10:00 am
July 12, 2023 11:00 am
Is a bug an insect? Is a spider a bug? Chewonki’s “Bugmobile” transports the world of arthropods—insects and their relatives—into the Orr’s Island Library.

July 13: Calling All Birds
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July 13, 2023 6:00 pm
July 13, 2023 7:00 pm
No matter where you live, you’re sure to have birds nearby! Covering the basics of bird adaptations, we will learn about coloring, beak shape, feet shape, and of course bird calls! This presentation is for birding experts and novices alike. Hosted by Wells Public Library.

July 15: Owls of Maine
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July 15, 2023 10:30 am
July 15, 2023 11:30 am
Meet the Owls of Maine at the Skidompha Libray in, Damariscotta, Maine.

July 19: Tide Pools
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July 19, 2023 10:00 am
July 19, 2023 11:00 am
The tide pool is home to a variety of species whose unique adaptations allow them to maintain stability in a world that is in a constant state of change. Hosted by Orr’s Island Library.

July 19: Biomimicry
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July 19, 2023 10:00 am
July 19, 2023 2:00 pm
Nature has already invented everything we need. If there is a problem we cannot solve, we can find the answer in nature, we just need to look closely and pay attention. Stop by our table to view various specimens and talk to our educator to learn about the natural world’s problem solving abilities. Hosted by Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay, ME.

July 20: Biomimicry
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July 20, 2023 11:00 am
July 20, 2023 12:00 pm
Nature has already invented everything we need. If there is a problem we cannot solve, we can find the answer in nature, we just need to look closely and pay attention. Hosted by Buck Memorial Library in Bucksport, ME.