Harbor House MDI - Southwest Harbor. Maine

Southwest Harbor, Maine

Founded in 1965, Harbor House is a community house, serving all the people of Mt. Desert Island. Harbor House is home. It is here that our love of community finds its fullest expression. Every Harbor House program and activity springs from our common ideas, ideals and individual contributions.

With six key program areas and a roster of more than 60 health, fitness, educational, sports, community-based and youth-focused classes and activities, Harbor House serves every age group and every economic level.

This Week at Harbor House

Lobsters on the Sound is a few short days away on Tuesday, August 3rd. This laid back, boat casual event features a cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres from many local restaurants, a Downeast style lobster bake, live and silent auctions and music and dancing under the stars at the home of Harbor House Board Member and patron, Jackie Montfort’s home, Invermeade, on Fernald Point Road in Southwest Harbor.

This year’s auction will certainly be unique. Thirteen local artists have been selected to create one-of-a-kind artworks using Adirondack chairs as their canvas. These chairs are sure to be the glue that holds together the silent auction theme; Summer Home and Garden. These unique works of art will be displayed in businesses around downtown Southwest Harbor for the community to enjoy July 19th-30th. To pre-bid view the Lobsters on the Sound event page.

Other special works of art include "the Newport Chair" a true example of artistry in wood from Maine's premier craftsman Thos. Moser. To view the chair click here.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 28 July 2010 10:08

Health & Fitness News

So many ways to stay active, fresh & healthy: Zumba! Yogalaties Step Aerobics AM Abs class Belly Dance Line Dance Plus many more! Click here to see the newest Whole House Catalog Please register at Harbor House w/Diana Novella - 244-3713, ext. 102
Last Updated on Tuesday, 13 July 2010 12:59

Sports News

Tee Ball

Come join the fun!!! Every Saturday morning (June & July) at the Pemetic athletic field from 9a.m-10a.m. Co-ed, ages 5 & 6. Fee: $40 (Year-round residents) $45 (Non-res./Late fee.) Instructor: Scott Phelps.

For more information, please call Scott at 207-244-3713, ext. 104

Last Updated on Friday, 11 June 2010 09:18

Children's Center News

Kid Quote of the Month: "This is a sack of spider eggs." The sack is placed in Mary Ellen's hand. "Can you put it in a jar so I can take it home to the chicks?" _Ryan, 5 1/2 year old Dragonfly and budding farmer!

We are now accepting applications for our Toddler Program for the fall. If you need care for your 18-36 month old, call now to reserve your spot. Click here to learn more about our Toddler Program.

Our Busy Bees (3-4 year olds) and Dragonflies (pre-Kindergarteners) are experiencing all the excitement of spring. Plants, insects, birds and flowers are all thriving in our PlayGarden. We are very excited to be serving as foster parents to 3 tiny, hungry Monarch caterpillars and 1 chrysalis from which a butterfly will soon emerge! Our thanks to Ann Judd for connecting us with this fascinating project. We are now accepting pre-registration for our fall program. Click here for more information about our Preschool Programs.

Please ask about our sliding scale, Helping Hand Fellowships. For more information, please call Mary Ellen at 244-9824.

Last Updated on Thursday, 15 July 2010 10:09