Fall is here, and as the cold winds blow that means it’s time to come warm up with lunch and laughter at The Neighborhood House Community Cafe. This year’s Cafe season commences on Thursday, November 1st and is generously sponsored by Swallowfield.

Mt. Desert Island's only mobile Halloween extravaganza is set to hit the road once again this year, making stops around MDI! on Wednesday, October 31. Why bring the Trick-or-Treating to us, when we can bring it to you?! "Kids" of all ages are invited to stop by the mobile Treat Truck to say hello and grab some treats... if you dare!

The Neighborhood House house is pleased to once again serve as the official gathering spot for the “Half” portion of the MDI Marathon. On Sunday, October 14, runners will begin gathering beginning around 6:30am all the way up to race time at 8:30 am.

The public is invited to stop by and enjoy coffee and breakfast snacks before making our way down Neighborhood Road to the start line on Manchester and cheering on all of the competitors.

We are thrilled to welcome back instructor Mike Duffy for a four class series of youth art classes starting on Wednesday, October 3. Classes will meet on Wednesday afternoons at The Neighborhood House through October 24.

Another season of the popular After School Youth Club will commence after Labor Day, on Tuesday, September 4th. This non-custodial recreational program is open to all school age children and offers a flexible and fun alternative to keep kiddos safe and busy after school.

With summer camp in the books, we'll be offering some extended public swim times during the day. Please note that the municipal pool will be open from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm, Monday, August 20 through Friday, August 24.

Dancers from Sheri Kean Produtions will take to the stage to perform a "Dance Showcase" on Sunday, August 26. The show begins at 3:00 PM with tickets available for just $12 at the door. Proceeds from the event will benefit The Neighborhood House.

The 18th Annual Bike Parade & Ice Cream Social was held on Wednesday, August 8. Children of all ages gathered on the lawn of The Neighborhood House to deck out their rides with streamers, balloons, stickers, flowers, bows, and all sorts of other fun items. At six o'clock, the gang took to the street along with the Mt. Desert Police and Fire Departments to help keep things flowing smoothly.

Island Connections will be hosting a performance of "Love Letters" on Thursday, August 23rd at The Neighborhood House. The play, which was a Pulitzer finalist for drama, will be performed by Chloe Hatcher and Ephron Catlin, will begin at 6:15. Tickets are just $25/each, and all proceeds benefit Island Connections.

You turned out in droves on Wednesday evening for the 18th Annual Bike Parade & Ice Cream Social, and judging by all of the smiles, laughter, and hot fudge covered mouths and fingers, it was another rousing success.

If you weren't able to make it, no worries.

August is a busy month around The Neighborhood House, with plenty of exciting events and activities happening in (and around) the building.

Luckily, this influx of activity will only impact our normal programming on two occasions.

August is just around the corner, and that means it's time to start making plans for the 18th Annual Bike Parade & Ice Cream Social. We're not sure why this event has grown so much or become such an anticipated annual tradition, but we we do know it's always a whole lot of fun. Grab your wheels (bikes, scooters, skateboards, tricycles, strollers, and other contraptions welcome!) and join us! All ages are welcome to take part in this fun and FREE event, whether you want to speed around the parade course or just want to enjoy the sights and an ice cream sundae.