October 6, 2022 | Issue 40

Please Welcome Our Newest Member, The Parsonage Gallery!

The Parsonage explores the relationship between ecology, spirituality, and hospitality through the arts.  

The gallery hosts cutting-edge exhibitions by diverse contemporary artists, performances, and public lectures. The Parsonage is located in a classic Federalist-style estate overlooking Penobscot Bay in the historic district of Searsport, Maine, home to legendary sea captains. The Parsonage takes its name from its construction in 1831 as the home of Rev. Stephen Thurston, a renowned pastor, abolitionist, and community leader. Inspired by Stephen and Clara Thurston’s legacy, The Parsonage seeks to provide artists, students, and community members with hospitality and support, which nourishes their creativity and deepens their connection with one another and the unique coastal environment. 

Hours: Wed - Sat 11am - 5pm

8 Elm Street, Searsport, ME 04974 | parsonagegallery.org

Recent New Members:

Jon Linn Aerial Photography | Central Maine Power Co. | ZeBunster Designs

Holler Soap Co. | Always Listening Hearing Aid Center

Cast Your Vote for the Annual Chamber Awards!

It's that time of year! Vote for the Chamber businesses, organizations, or individual(s), that you wish to see celebrated at this year’s Annual Chamber Awards on Friday, November 4th, at The UMaine Hutchinson Center!

This is your opportunity to recognize your favorite Waldo County businesses or Chamber members! We have offered nominees for your consideration. Write-in votes are also permitted.

*** CLICK HERE TO VOTE ***

CLICK HERE to read the description of nominees

Voting ends Monday, October 17, at noon.

2023 Chamber Magazine Advertising Kit

Thinking about 2023 already? So are we! Planning for our 2023

'Belfast: The Bay and Beyond' regional guide is already under way. Have you been thinking about how you would like to advertise your business or organization? Plan ahead and get those prime spaces while they're available!

Click Here for the 2023 Magazine Ad Kit

Maine Fall Foliage Report

Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) fall foliage spokesperson Gale Ross has announced the start of foliage season. The 2022 Maine Fall Foliage Report predicts a colorful foliage season. Report updated every Thursday. Plan your fall foliage trips at mainefoliage.com.

September 29th Newsletter



1) Chamber Job Search (81st consecutive week)

2) Annual Chamber Awards Voting

3) Maine Fall Foliage Map

4) Belfast Flying Shoes - First Friday

5) Penobscot Marine Museum - Fling Into Fall

Business After Hours

October 19th, 5:30pm

Belfast Garden Club  - Oct. 18 - Botanical Gardens Interim Director Talk on Landscaping with Native Plants

Castine Kayak Adventures  - MaineLife Season 7, Ep. 17

Coastal Mountains Land Trust - Oct. 8 - Geology of Sears Island Nature Walk

First Church in Belfast - Order Your Holiday Love Lights

Hannaford Now Offering At-Home Delivery Through Instacart

Our Town Belfast - Keeping Belfast Maine BOOtiful

UniTel / Direct Communications - October Newsletter

Waldo County YMCA - Sign Up Your Business for Trunk-or-Treat