With cool winter temperatures finally here, there’s no better way to warm up than by stopping by for lunch at the Community Cafe. This Thursday, December 7, our friends from Coastal Computers will generously be sponsoring lunch.

The Acadia Community Theater will be performing their annual holiday show at The Neighborhood House on Friday December 13 and Saturday, December 14. Curtains open for the Friday performance at 7pm, and the Saturday show is a matinee at 2pm.

We will unroll our mats to engage our core. Using a blend of yoga forms and Mat Pilates exercises, we will challenge the three layers of core muscles to build new strengths. Before, during, and after, we will stretch from head to toe to increase our flexibility, decrease muscle tension, improve muscular balance, increase circulation, improve range of motion, reduce pain, and further engage core strength. This is a friendly and accessible class for everyone. Beginners are welcome.

Celebrate the season and get a little fresh air at the 7th Annual Frosty 5K on Saturday, December 7th. Online registration is available for just $10 in advance and the first 50 registrants will receive an official Neighborhood House fleece neck warmer (Race day registration is $15).

On Halloween the staff of The Neighborhood House hit the road aboard the “Treat Truck” to visit Seal Harbor, Somesville, and then back to NEH handing out plenty of treats along the way. Here are some snapshots of the fun

Main Street has been buzzing with the sounds of construction throughout the fall, and at The Neighborhood House we had a timely project of our own.

Mt. Desert Island’s only mobile Halloween extravaganza is set to hit the road Thursday, Oct. 31st and making stops throughout town. 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!

Earlier this fall The Neighborhood House began a collaborative program with Whistle Pig Farm giving kids the opportunity not just to visit the idyllic farmstead, but interact with the numerous rescue horses and other animals as well. By expanding their boundaries through new experiences in this fun and welcoming environment, kids are able to form new connections with their peers, build self esteem by learning new skills and discovering talents, and perhaps picking up some lifelong memories along the way.

We’re excited to announce that instructor, Andrea Lepcio will be offering this new all levels class every Wednesday afternoon in the Great Hall at 4pm starting Dec. 4!

Whistle Pig Farm and The Neighborhood House are teaming up to offer a totally unique opportunity for kids ages 9-13. For six weeks we’ll be visiting the farm to take part in all sorts of activities ranging from basic horsemanship and riding to gardening homesteading, cooking, and more!

Throughout the course of the summer, participants in the various Neighborhood House day camp programs take part in all sorts of adventures and activities— from hiking the mountains of Acadia to discovering hidden artistic abilities, and everything in between. On a recent morning, Neighborhood House board member and volunteer extraordinaire Douglas Cornman jumped into the act to lead a group of campers through the paces in the kitchen.

The 19th Annual Neighborhood House Bike Parade & Ice Cream Social wheeled into town on Wednesday, August 7 welcoming more than 200 participants, and many more ice cream connoisseurs from across MDI. What started out nearly two decades ago as just an excuse for the community to gather and share a simple ice cream sundae has evolved into one of the more anticipated events of the summer, eagerly anticipated by both year ‘round and seasonal residents as well as visitors who just happen to stumble upon the fun.