From the Community

Harpswell has over 200 miles of coastline. From the long stretch of Harpswell Neck to the wiggly ins and outs of Quahog Bay, there is great variety.

It’s interesting to think about the changes that have taken place since Capt. John Stover built his house near the point that would eventually bear his name. At that time, the slopes were covered in tall trees that yielded valuable wood for masts, lumber and firewood.

Harpswell is a vibrant coastal community that is full of waterfront activity, culture and history. There is an amazing breadth of expertise and knowledge in the community that is worthy of being shared. To that end, a group of local organizations have come together to present a series of informal presentations entitled, “Living and Working in a Waterfront Community: A Conversation Series.”

After an 18-month hiatus owing to the coronavirus pandemic, Harpswell Aging at Home's Lunch with Friends will return in September.

Volunteers from Elijah Kellogg Church are sorting, cleaning and pricing donations in advance of the church's annual barn sale on Saturday, Aug. 28.

On Labor Day, Sept. 6, from 7:30-10 a.m., the Holbrook Community Foundation will host a community breakfast on the scenic Holbrook Wharf in Cundy's Harbor.

This year, the Elijah Kellogg Church will kick off its Christmas by the Sea Holiday Fair with an…

After a year's interruption due to COVID-19, the A. Dennis Moore Recycling Center will once again host its annual shredding service on Saturday, Sept. 11 from 9 a.m. to noon.

The Harpswell Planning Board will lead an effort to update the town's 2005 comprehensive plan, with assistance from town committees.