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SUMMARY:Education Boat Tour
DESCRIPTION:Climb aboard the 7 Lakes Alliance’s floating classroom for an educational tour of Great Pond. This tour will highlight conserved land\, how we protect water quality\, and wildlife of the lakes. Learn about our conservation teams at 7 Lakes\, and how we work together to conserve the land and lakes of the Belgrade Lakes watershed for all! \n  \nThe Floating Classroom has limited capacity so please register for this event below. If you have any questions about registration or this event\, please email sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org. \n  \nMeeting Location: This program will meet at 7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME 04917. Here\, we will gather and review boat safety\, board the 7 Lakes Alliance Floating Classroom (22 ft pontoon boat)\, and venture out onto Great Pond. \n  \nWhat to Bring: \n\nsun protection\nwater\nsnacks\n7 Lakes Alliance will provide lifejackets for everyone but you are welcome to bring your own\n\n  \nEvent Policies \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\nPets will not be allowed at this event.\n\nIf you have any questions regarding this event\, please email: sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/education-boat-tour/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:family friendly,Floating Classroom Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250527T144044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T162420Z
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SUMMARY:Belgrade Lakes Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:The Belgrade Lakes Farmers’ Market occurs every Sunday from 8:00am–1:00pm\, Father’s Day – Labor Day \n \n  \nThis widely visited market is a wonderful way to support local and stock up on summer favorites. Vendors bring fresh\, locally grown and produced products ranging from produce\, baked goods\, sweet treats\, and local art. Parking is located along Main Street for cars\, docks for boat access from Great Pond are located in the Mill Stream behind the 7 Lakes Alliance building and the Post Office on the east side of Route 27\, and docks for access from Long Pond are located behind Day’s Store on the west side of Route 27. \n  \n7 Lakes Alliance: 137 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nBelgrade Lakes Post Office: 171 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nDay’s Store: 182 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/belgrade-lakes-farmers-market-6/2025-08-17/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:family friendly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250527T153604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T153604Z
UID:10000130-1755183600-1755187200@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Fur\, Feathers & Feet: Chewonki Animal Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Discover the differences and similarities between birds and mammals as we encourage active learning through live specimens\, displays\, models and activities to visually examine and understand the unique characteristics of these amazing creatures.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/fur-feathers-feet-chewonki-animal-presentation/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chewonki Animal Presentation,family friendly,Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250529T155627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T191713Z
UID:10000141-1755079200-1755084600@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Aquatic Plant Identification Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Learn about invasive aquatic plants: what they are\, why they are bad news\, and how you can help prevent them from taking over the Belgrade Lakes! \n \nAfter a short presentation from our Invasive Aquatics program staff\, participants will get their hands dirty (literally) and try to identify real-live plants in person! Participants will learn how to identify aquatic plants found throughout the Belgrade Lakes watershed\, both native and invasive. \n		\n			Workshop Registration		\n\n  \nEvent Policies: \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\n\nContact our Invasives Coordinator\, Josie Miller at invasives.coordinator@7lakesalliance.org with any questions about this event.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/invasive-aquatic-plant-identification-workshops/2025-08-13/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250701T145656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T180138Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling and Present Tense Poetry
DESCRIPTION:All aboard the 7 Lakes Alliance Floating Classroom for an emersion into present tense poetry and nature journaling! This program will be led by Maine Master Naturalists Liz Koucky and Sarah Carlson. \nPresent Tense Poetry is a way to notice and record moments of stillness and flow in the waters\, woods\, and sky all around us. These experiences often become metaphoric moments of connection within. Participants will explore how to integrate drawing and/or photography with words to capture and hold these connections. This may simply be for the sheer pleasure of doing so or for times when there might be a desire to remember and revisit such moments. \nLiz Koucky\, longtime resident of Rome\, is a retired teacher\, Stewardship Volunteer with 7 Lakes Alliance and Maine Master Naturalist.  All year long\, she enjoys exploring the wonderful woods and waters of the Belgrade Lakes region. Sarah Carlson\, M.Ed.\, is a retired elementary teacher\, published poet\, certified mindfulness instructor\, and a Maine Master Naturalist.  She combines her unique poetic voice with photography of scenes from her outdoor adventures in her home state of Maine and other wild places. \nThe Floating Classroom has limited capacity so please register for this event below. If you have any questions about registration or this event\, please email sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org. \n  \n\n\nMeeting Location:\nThis program will meet at 7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME 04917. Here\, we will gather and review boat safety\, board the 7 Lakes Alliance Floating Classroom (22 ft pontoon boat)\, and venture out onto Great Pond. \nWhat to Bring:\n\nsun protection\nwater\nsnacks\n\n7 Lakes Alliance will provide lifejackets\, for all attendees \nEvent Policies\n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\nPets will not be allowed at this event.\n\nIf you have any questions regarding this event\, please email: sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/floating-classroom-program-introducing-present-tense-poetry-into-nature-journaling/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:family friendly,Floating Classroom Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250714T170858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T170858Z
UID:10000147-1754812800-1754830800@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Aquatic Plant Identification
DESCRIPTION:Learn about invasive aquatic plants: what they are\, why they are bad news\, and how you can help prevent them from taking over the Belgrade Lakes! \nStop by our booth at the Belgrade Lakes Market and say hi to our Invasive Aquatics program staff! Have the chance to get your hands dirty (literally) and learn to identify real-live plants in person! Our booth will showcase our Invasive Aquatics team and aquatic plants found throughout the Belgrade Lakes watershed\, both native and invasive. \nEvent Policies: \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\n\nContact our Invasives Coordinator\, Josie Miller at invasives.coordinator@7lakesalliance.org with any questions about this event.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/invasive-aquatic-plant-identification-3/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250810T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250527T144044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T162420Z
UID:10000119-1754812800-1754830800@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Belgrade Lakes Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:The Belgrade Lakes Farmers’ Market occurs every Sunday from 8:00am–1:00pm\, Father’s Day – Labor Day \n \n  \nThis widely visited market is a wonderful way to support local and stock up on summer favorites. Vendors bring fresh\, locally grown and produced products ranging from produce\, baked goods\, sweet treats\, and local art. Parking is located along Main Street for cars\, docks for boat access from Great Pond are located in the Mill Stream behind the 7 Lakes Alliance building and the Post Office on the east side of Route 27\, and docks for access from Long Pond are located behind Day’s Store on the west side of Route 27. \n  \n7 Lakes Alliance: 137 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nBelgrade Lakes Post Office: 171 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nDay’s Store: 182 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/belgrade-lakes-farmers-market-6/2025-08-10/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:family friendly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250529T155627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T191713Z
UID:10000140-1754474400-1754479800@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Aquatic Plant Identification Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Learn about invasive aquatic plants: what they are\, why they are bad news\, and how you can help prevent them from taking over the Belgrade Lakes! \n \nAfter a short presentation from our Invasive Aquatics program staff\, participants will get their hands dirty (literally) and try to identify real-live plants in person! Participants will learn how to identify aquatic plants found throughout the Belgrade Lakes watershed\, both native and invasive. \n		\n			Workshop Registration		\n\n  \nEvent Policies: \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\n\nContact our Invasives Coordinator\, Josie Miller at invasives.coordinator@7lakesalliance.org with any questions about this event.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/invasive-aquatic-plant-identification-workshops/2025-08-06/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250710T192440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T194216Z
UID:10000170-1754388000-1754395200@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Wonders of Water Quality Boat Tour
DESCRIPTION:All aboard our floating classroom for a morning out on Great Pond with 7 Lakes Alliance Lake Scientist Matt Farragher! This program will take participants out to one of the “deep sites” of Great Pond where Matt will discuss factors that effect water quality\, the impact that land conservation has on water quality\, and provide hands-on opportunities to learn about water quality measurements. \nThe Floating Classroom has limited capacity so please register for this event below. If you have any questions about registration or this event\, please email sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org. \n  \nMeeting Location:\nThis program will meet at 7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME 04917. Here\, we will gather and review boat safety\, board the 7 Lakes Alliance Floating Classroom (22 ft pontoon boat)\, and venture out onto Great Pond. \nWhat to Bring:\n\nsun protection\nwater\nsnacks\n\n7 Lakes Alliance will provide lifejackets for all attendees \nEvent Policies\n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\nPets will not be allowed at this event.\n\nIf you have any questions regarding this event\, please email: sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/wonders-of-water-quality-boat-tour/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:family friendly,Floating Classroom Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250803T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250527T144044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T162420Z
UID:10000118-1754208000-1754226000@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Belgrade Lakes Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:The Belgrade Lakes Farmers’ Market occurs every Sunday from 8:00am–1:00pm\, Father’s Day – Labor Day \n \n  \nThis widely visited market is a wonderful way to support local and stock up on summer favorites. Vendors bring fresh\, locally grown and produced products ranging from produce\, baked goods\, sweet treats\, and local art. Parking is located along Main Street for cars\, docks for boat access from Great Pond are located in the Mill Stream behind the 7 Lakes Alliance building and the Post Office on the east side of Route 27\, and docks for access from Long Pond are located behind Day’s Store on the west side of Route 27. \n  \n7 Lakes Alliance: 137 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nBelgrade Lakes Post Office: 171 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nDay’s Store: 182 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/belgrade-lakes-farmers-market-6/2025-08-03/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:family friendly
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250710T144302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T162641Z
UID:10000171-1753981200-1753988400@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Colby Research Student Presentations
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us on Thursday\, July 31st\, from 5-7 to hear about the research that Colby students have been doing across the Belgrade Lakes this summer! We will have a series of short presentations by students on their projects on wake boats\, AI methods for forecasting water quality\, nutrients and zooplankton in our lakes\, the North Pond algal blooms\, and loon monitoring! \nThese students bring fresh energy\, curiosity\, and insight into our collective efforts to understand and protect the Belgrade Lakes. Their contributions not only advance the science behind 7 Lakes Alliance’s lake conservation work but also help ensure that these waters remain healthy for generations to come. As you enjoy the beauty of the Belgrade Lakes region this summer\, know that a dedicated team of scientists\, both seasoned and emerging alike\, is working every day to keep our lakes clean and thriving. \nWe’re grateful for their work and invite our community to join us on July 31st at 5 p.m. at the 7 Lakes Alliance building to hear more about their scientific findings and what impact it has on informing lake science at 7 Lakes Alliance. \n  \n		\n			See Presentation Topics		\n\n  \nEvent Policies\n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/colby-research-student-presentations/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250527T152312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T154025Z
UID:10000128-1753974000-1753977600@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Vernal Pools: Chewonki Animal Presentations
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/vernal-pools-chewonki-animal-presentations/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chewonki Animal Presentation,family friendly,Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250529T155627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T191713Z
UID:10000139-1753869600-1753875000@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Aquatic Plant Identification Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Learn about invasive aquatic plants: what they are\, why they are bad news\, and how you can help prevent them from taking over the Belgrade Lakes! \n \nAfter a short presentation from our Invasive Aquatics program staff\, participants will get their hands dirty (literally) and try to identify real-live plants in person! Participants will learn how to identify aquatic plants found throughout the Belgrade Lakes watershed\, both native and invasive. \n		\n			Workshop Registration		\n\n  \nEvent Policies: \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\n\nContact our Invasives Coordinator\, Josie Miller at invasives.coordinator@7lakesalliance.org with any questions about this event.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/invasive-aquatic-plant-identification-workshops/2025-07-30/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250709T195857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T190112Z
UID:10000169-1753783200-1753790400@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:LakeSmart Tour by Boat
DESCRIPTION:Hop on our floating classroom to get a front row seat to LakeSmart properties on Great Pond. This program\, led by a LakeSmart representative\, will follow the shoreline of Great Pond\, pointing out properties that have received a LakeSmart award\, and discussing the importance of reducing erosion into the lakes. \nLakeSmart\nLakeSmart is a state-wide education and outreach program that promotes managing lakefront properties in water quality friendly manor. LakeSmart is the flagship program of Maine Lakes\, partnered with 7 Lakes Alliance as a regional hub and your local lake association. \n		\n			Learn more about LakeSmart		\n\nThe Floating Classroom has limited capacity so please register for this event below. If you have any questions about registration or this event\, please email sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org. \nMeeting Location:\nThis program will meet at 7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME 04917. Here\, we will gather and review boat safety\, board the 7 Lakes Alliance Floating Classroom (22 ft pontoon boat)\, and venture out onto Great Pond. \nWhat to Bring:\n\nsun protection\nwater\nsnacks\n\n7 Lakes Alliance will provide lifejackets\,  for all attendees \nEvent Policies\n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\nPets will not be allowed at this event.\n\nIf you have any questions regarding this event\, please email: sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/lakesmart-tour-by-boat/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Floating Classroom Program
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250714T170714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T170814Z
UID:10000146-1753603200-1753621200@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Aquatic Plant Identification
DESCRIPTION:Learn about invasive aquatic plants: what they are\, why they are bad news\, and how you can help prevent them from taking over the Belgrade Lakes! \nStop by our booth at the Belgrade Lakes Market and say hi to our Invasive Aquatics program staff! Have the chance to get your hands dirty (literally) and learn to identify real-live plants in person! Our booth will showcase our Invasive Aquatics team and aquatic plants found throughout the Belgrade Lakes watershed\, both native and invasive. \nEvent Policies: \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\n\nContact our Invasives Coordinator\, Josie Miller at invasives.coordinator@7lakesalliance.org with any questions about this event.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/invasive-aquatic-plant-identification-2/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250527T144044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T162420Z
UID:10000117-1753603200-1753621200@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Belgrade Lakes Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:The Belgrade Lakes Farmers’ Market occurs every Sunday from 8:00am–1:00pm\, Father’s Day – Labor Day \n \n  \nThis widely visited market is a wonderful way to support local and stock up on summer favorites. Vendors bring fresh\, locally grown and produced products ranging from produce\, baked goods\, sweet treats\, and local art. Parking is located along Main Street for cars\, docks for boat access from Great Pond are located in the Mill Stream behind the 7 Lakes Alliance building and the Post Office on the east side of Route 27\, and docks for access from Long Pond are located behind Day’s Store on the west side of Route 27. \n  \n7 Lakes Alliance: 137 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nBelgrade Lakes Post Office: 171 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nDay’s Store: 182 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/belgrade-lakes-farmers-market-6/2025-07-27/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:family friendly
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250707T195645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T195645Z
UID:10000167-1753455600-1753462800@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Mushrooms of Maine with Richie Tory
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Maine mushrooms\, where to find them\, how to identify them\, and what to avoid in this presentation led by Richie Tory. \nRichie Tory is an avid mushroom hunter\, organic farmer and vegetarian cook\, living and working for over 50 years on his Central Maine farm.  He has been leading mushroom workshops and walks for more than 30 years. This workshop is for foraging beginners who wish to identify common choice edible mushrooms and learn how to find them and what to avoid. Materials will be provided.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/mushrooms-of-maine-with-richie-tory/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250724T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250527T152048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T154108Z
UID:10000127-1753369200-1753372800@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Biomimicry: Chewonki Animal Presentation
DESCRIPTION: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. Tune in to discover how people have learned from nature and integrated that knowledge into everyday life.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/biomimicry-chewonki-animal-presentation/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chewonki Animal Presentation,family friendly,Lecture
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250529T155627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T191713Z
UID:10000138-1753264800-1753270200@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Aquatic Plant Identification Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Learn about invasive aquatic plants: what they are\, why they are bad news\, and how you can help prevent them from taking over the Belgrade Lakes! \n \nAfter a short presentation from our Invasive Aquatics program staff\, participants will get their hands dirty (literally) and try to identify real-live plants in person! Participants will learn how to identify aquatic plants found throughout the Belgrade Lakes watershed\, both native and invasive. \n		\n			Workshop Registration		\n\n  \nEvent Policies: \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\n\nContact our Invasives Coordinator\, Josie Miller at invasives.coordinator@7lakesalliance.org with any questions about this event.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/invasive-aquatic-plant-identification-workshops/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T150000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250428T135556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T150908Z
UID:10000093-1753086600-1753110000@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Gravel Road Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Annual Gravel Road Workshop\nAttention: Camp Road residents\, Lake and Road Association members\, Driveway owners\, Municipal Officials\, and Contractors\, This workshop is for you! Road Commissioners\, Public Works Supervisors\, CEOs and others involved in road maintenance welcome. \nThis workshop will discuss road design and installation\, and how maintenance of your gravel road\, camp road\, and driveway will save you money and protect water quality. \nProvides 4 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for Recertification in Erosion Control Practices. \n  \nWorkshop Schedule:\n8:30 Doors Open / Registration and Coffee \n9:00 Welcome / Roads and Water Quality \n9:15 Peter Coughlan – Road Basics 101 \n10:00 John Maclaine – DEP (45-1hr) \n10:45 Sara Haggerty – Stream Smart (30 – 45 min) \n11:15 Josh Platt – Gravel Road Management Planning (45 min) \nBreak to Grab Lunch \n12:30 Dave Rocque – Soils\, Hydrology\, and Gravel Roads (1hr – 1hr 15min) \n1:30 – 3pm Road Site Visits \n  \nLocation: 7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes\, ME 04918 \nParking in Belgrade Lakes: Main Street\, behind Union Church on School Street \nCost of Workshop: $20 pre-registration; $30 day of event. $5 discount for 2 or more members of the same road association lake association\, business\, or town. Payment by cash\, check\, or card accepted at the doors. \nEvent Contact: Lynn Geiger\, 7 Lakes Alliance Erosion Control Policy Manager\, lynn.geiger@7lakesalliance.org \nHosted by: 7 Lakes Alliance \n  \n“Funding for this project is\, in part\, provided by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency under Section 319 of the Clean Water Act. The funding is administered by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection in partnership with EPA.”
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/gravelroadworkshop2025/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250720T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250527T144044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T162420Z
UID:10000116-1752998400-1753016400@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Belgrade Lakes Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:The Belgrade Lakes Farmers’ Market occurs every Sunday from 8:00am–1:00pm\, Father’s Day – Labor Day \n \n  \nThis widely visited market is a wonderful way to support local and stock up on summer favorites. Vendors bring fresh\, locally grown and produced products ranging from produce\, baked goods\, sweet treats\, and local art. Parking is located along Main Street for cars\, docks for boat access from Great Pond are located in the Mill Stream behind the 7 Lakes Alliance building and the Post Office on the east side of Route 27\, and docks for access from Long Pond are located behind Day’s Store on the west side of Route 27. \n  \n7 Lakes Alliance: 137 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nBelgrade Lakes Post Office: 171 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nDay’s Store: 182 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/belgrade-lakes-farmers-market-6/2025-07-20/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:family friendly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250527T150533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T180243Z
UID:10000125-1752764400-1752768000@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Predators: Chewonki Animal Presentation
DESCRIPTION:  \nExplore 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.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/predators-chewonki-animal-presentation/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chewonki Animal Presentation,family friendly,Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250529T155627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T191713Z
UID:10000137-1752660000-1752665400@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Aquatic Plant Identification Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Learn about invasive aquatic plants: what they are\, why they are bad news\, and how you can help prevent them from taking over the Belgrade Lakes! \n \nAfter a short presentation from our Invasive Aquatics program staff\, participants will get their hands dirty (literally) and try to identify real-live plants in person! Participants will learn how to identify aquatic plants found throughout the Belgrade Lakes watershed\, both native and invasive. \n		\n			Workshop Registration		\n\n  \nEvent Policies: \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\n\nContact our Invasives Coordinator\, Josie Miller at invasives.coordinator@7lakesalliance.org with any questions about this event.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/invasive-aquatic-plant-identification-workshops/2025-07-16/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250701T152138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T193835Z
UID:10000163-1752573600-1752580800@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Conserved Land Tour on Great Pond
DESCRIPTION:All aboard the 7 Lakes Alliance Floating Classroom for a tour of conserved land from the view of Great Pond! Led by 7 Lakes Alliance Land Steward\, Dan Woughter\, this tour will highlight the importance of land conservation in the effort to safeguard the water quality of the lakes we know and love. \nThe Floating Classroom has limited capacity so please register for this event below. If you have any questions about registration or this event\, please email sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org. \n\nMeeting Location:\nThis program will meet at 7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME 04917. Here\, we will gather and review boat safety\, board the 7 Lakes Alliance Floating Classroom (22 ft pontoon boat)\, and venture out onto Great Pond. \nWhat to Bring:\n\nsun protection\nwater\nsnacks\n\n7 Lakes Alliance will provide lifejackets for all attendees. \nEvent Policies\n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\nPets will not be allowed at this event.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/conserved-land-tour-on-our-education-boat/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Floating Classroom Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250428T151229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T170336Z
UID:10000106-1752422400-1752429600@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Summer Celebration 2025
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/summer-celebration-2025/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer Celebration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250714T171117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T171117Z
UID:10000145-1752393600-1752411600@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Aquatic Plant Identification
DESCRIPTION:Learn about invasive aquatic plants: what they are\, why they are bad news\, and how you can help prevent them from taking over the Belgrade Lakes! \nStop by our booth at the Belgrade Lakes Market and say hi to our Invasive Aquatics program staff! Have the chance to get your hands dirty (literally) and learn to identify real-live plants in person! Our booth will showcase our Invasive Aquatics team and aquatic plants found throughout the Belgrade Lakes watershed\, both native and invasive. \nEvent Policies: \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\n\nContact our Invasives Coordinator\, Josie Miller at invasives.coordinator@7lakesalliance.org with any questions about this event.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/invasive-aquatic-plant-identification-4/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250527T144044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T162420Z
UID:10000115-1752393600-1752411600@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Belgrade Lakes Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:The Belgrade Lakes Farmers’ Market occurs every Sunday from 8:00am–1:00pm\, Father’s Day – Labor Day \n \n  \nThis widely visited market is a wonderful way to support local and stock up on summer favorites. Vendors bring fresh\, locally grown and produced products ranging from produce\, baked goods\, sweet treats\, and local art. Parking is located along Main Street for cars\, docks for boat access from Great Pond are located in the Mill Stream behind the 7 Lakes Alliance building and the Post Office on the east side of Route 27\, and docks for access from Long Pond are located behind Day’s Store on the west side of Route 27. \n  \n7 Lakes Alliance: 137 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nBelgrade Lakes Post Office: 171 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes \nDay’s Store: 182 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/belgrade-lakes-farmers-market-6/2025-07-13/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:family friendly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T170000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250623T141455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T163016Z
UID:10000156-1752332400-1752339600@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:7 Lakes Hosts Conversation With Beloved Authors Ernest Thompson and Jennifer Finney Boylan
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Belgrade Lakes Dream Team\nAll are invited to attend an unforgettable afternoon of stories\, insight\, and inspiration with two acclaimed authors who share a deep love of the Belgrade Lakes region. On Saturday\, July 12\, from 3 to 5 p.m.\, join 7 Lakes Alliance at 137 Main Street\, Belgrade Lakes\, for a special conversation and book signing featuring Academy Award-winning writer\, actor and director Ernest Thompson and best-selling author and President of PEN America\, Jennifer Finney Boylan. \nThompson\, best known for On Golden Pond\, will join Boylan for a special reading of selections from this classic\, and offer a preview of his soon-to-be-released novel\, Out Clause. He’ll also talk about his new short film\, The Constituent\, which he wrote\, directed and stars in\, alongside Emmy-Award-winning actor Gordon Clapp (NYPD Blue). The film will be featured at the Maine International Film Festival (MIFF) on Sunday\, July 13th at 4 p.m. Boylan\, longtime summer resident and nationally celebrated author\, will read from her newest book\, Cleavage: A Memoir\, Men\, Women\, and the Space Between Us. In this book\, Boylan offers a witty and captivating examination of the divisions -as well as the common ground – between the genders drawing on her deeply personal experience. This is Boylan’s 20th book which follows best-selling novels\, Mad Honey\, with Jodi Picoult and Good Boy\, My Life In Seven Dogs. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with two literary voices whose work resonates within and far beyond our Belgrade Lakes community. \n  \nEvent Policies\n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\n\nIf you have any questions regarding this event\, please email: laurie.raleigh@7lakesalliance.org
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/author-spotlight/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250527T151531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T161608Z
UID:10000126-1752159600-1752163200@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Mammals of Maine: Chewonki Animal Presentations
DESCRIPTION:This exciting and interactive program introduces students to our native warm-blooded vertebrates: Maine mammals. Participants examine mounted animal specimens and observe their characteristics\, such as teeth\, feet\, and fur. We use these observations as clues to understanding each mammal’s adaptations\, niche\, and habitat. \n  \nEvent Policies\n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\nPets will not be allowed at this event.\n\nIf you have any questions regarding this event\, please email: sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/mammals-of-maine-chewonki-animal-presentations/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chewonki Animal Presentation,family friendly,Lecture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T061525
CREATED:20250529T155627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T191713Z
UID:10000136-1752055200-1752060600@7lakesalliance.org
SUMMARY:Invasive Aquatic Plant Identification Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Learn about invasive aquatic plants: what they are\, why they are bad news\, and how you can help prevent them from taking over the Belgrade Lakes! \n \nAfter a short presentation from our Invasive Aquatics program staff\, participants will get their hands dirty (literally) and try to identify real-live plants in person! Participants will learn how to identify aquatic plants found throughout the Belgrade Lakes watershed\, both native and invasive. \n		\n			Workshop Registration		\n\n  \nEvent Policies: \n\nWe ask everyone attending 7 Lakes Alliance events to treat people\, plants\, and animals with respect.\n7 Lakes staff may be taking pictures during this event. If you would not like to be photographed\, please let staff know during the event or contact staff ahead of time.\n\nContact our Invasives Coordinator\, Josie Miller at invasives.coordinator@7lakesalliance.org with any questions about this event.
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/invasive-aquatic-plant-identification-workshops/2025-07-09/
LOCATION:7 Lakes Alliance\, 137 Main Street\, Belgrade\, ME\, 04917\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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