Gigi Georges draws on four years of immersive reporting in Downeast Washington County to challenge dominant narratives about rural America—offering a more nuanced and hopeful picture of its future.

Come talk about the latest issue of the newspaper with rotating members of our editorial team. Read the paper if you haven't yet, talk to the people who made it happen and learn how the newspaper gets made.

Join veteran political journalists Matt Yglesias and Alex Seitz-Wald at the Villager Cafe for a live conversation analyzing the results of Maine’s primary elections and what they may signal for the state and national political landscape heading into November. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

Enjoy live guitar by Jeff Rojo while you kick back with lunch, bloody Mary’s & mimosas all summer long.

Come talk about the latest issue of the newspaper with rotating members of our editorial team. Read the paper if you haven't yet, talk to the people who made it happen and learn how the newspaper gets made.

Join the Rubbish Project for a neighborhood trash clean-up, social time, and raffle for participants. All clean-up materials are provided and all ages welcome!

The Villager Cafe will be serving free coffee for participants.

Come talk about the latest issue of the newspaper with rotating members of our editorial team. Read the paper if you haven't yet, talk to the people who made it happen and learn how the newspaper gets made.

Cancer patients and survivors/thrivers can enjoy a complimentary breakfast and hear expert speakers on topics of interest, including oncology nutrition, mental health support, legislative action, and more.

Sponsored by New England Cancer Specialists

Enjoy live guitar by Jeff Rojo while you kick back with lunch, bloody Mary’s & mimosas all summer long.

Come talk about the latest issue of the newspaper with rotating members of our editorial team. Read the paper if you haven't yet, talk to the people who made it happen and learn how the newspaper gets made.

How do authors break through the noise In a publishing landscape more crowded than ever? How do they find readers who will truly connect with their work? Join us for a candid conversation with Maine-based veteran publicist Melissa Gerety about what actually works when it comes to marketing and publicity today—from bookstore events, library talks, and book festivals to social media, TV and radio interviews, newsletters, and podcasts. 

Come talk about the latest issue of the newspaper with rotating members of our editorial team. Read the paper if you haven't yet, talk to the people who made it happen and learn how the newspaper gets made.

Join us on Friday, May 22 for an evening with Maine singer/songwriter Louisa Stancioff, bringing cinematic storytelling and indie folk roots to Camden.

Come talk about the latest issue of the newspaper with rotating members of our editorial team. Read the paper if you haven't yet, talk to the people who made it happen and learn how the newspaper gets made.

Join the Midcoast Villager on Wednesday, May 20 for a moderated forum with Marcus Mrowka and Josh Gerritsen, the two Democrats running in the June 9 primary for Maine House District 41, which covers Camden and Rockport.

These hands-on, collaborative ArtLabs invite participants to explore the intersection of image and text through playful, creative prompts. Using a variety of mark-making materials, you’ll experiment with color, line, and illustrated words while discovering new connections between imagery and language.

Come talk about the latest issue of the newspaper with rotating members of our editorial team. Read the paper if you haven't yet, talk to the people who made it happen and learn how the newspaper gets made.

This Artist Exhibition is an evening of music, poetry, and creative expression honoring one man's journey with brain cancer. Through live performances, storytelling, and shared experience, local artists come together to support the 6 Year Project of Patrick Scorese, and celebrate resilience, connection, and hope.

Cancer patients and survivors/thrivers can enjoy a complimentary breakfast and hear expert speakers on topics of interest, including oncology nutrition, mental health support, legislative action, and more.

Sponsored by New England Cancer Specialists

Whether you’re a mom, daughter, or friend, join us at the Villager Cafe for a relaxed, hands-on flower arranging experience. Build your own bouquet from buckets of fresh blooms, then hang out with wine, bubbles, cheese, and chocolate.

Join us Saturday, May 9 from 9am-12pm for a community fundraiser for the Camden Hills Regional High School Ceramics Club, featuring handmade mugs crafted by student artists.

Purchase a mug and enjoy a free cup of coffee from the Villager Cafe—on us.

A simple way to support young creatives and take home something truly one-of-a-kind.

Come talk about the latest issue of the newspaper with rotating members of our editorial team. Read the paper if you haven't yet, talk to the people who made it happen and learn how the newspaper gets made.

A presentation and discussion of memoir's place in history and in literature today with Maureen Stanton.

Midcoast Music Academy is back at the Villager Cafe for their second Student Open Mic! Doors will open at 5:30pm so that people can order food before the show.

Come talk about the latest issue of the newspaper with rotating members of our editorial team. Read the paper if you haven't yet, talk to the people who made it happen and learn how the newspaper gets made.

Join fellow readers for some quiet time to catch up on your reading list. Take a break from distractions and sit with friends in our cozy cafe. We'll have a few minutes before and after to chat with new "genre friends."

Come talk about the latest issue of the newspaper with rotating members of our editorial team. Read the paper if you haven't yet, talk to the people who made it happen and learn how the newspaper gets made.

Come talk about the latest issue of the newspaper with rotating members of our editorial team. Read the paper if you haven't yet, talk to the people who made it happen and learn how the newspaper gets made.

Come talk about the latest issue of the newspaper with rotating members of our editorial team. Read the paper if you haven't yet, talk to the people who made it happen and learn how the newspaper gets made.