On Sunday evening, December 15, people from across MDI gathered in Northeast Harbor to hit the water aboard the Sunbeam V. Most people know the Sunbeam as the vessel operated by the Maine Seacoast Mission, providing invaluable services to the outer islands that dot our coastline. On this particular evening, however, the crew of Sunbeam V were charged with a completely new and unique task— offering an on-the-water Christmas Lights tour.

Be sure to stop by The Neighborhood House on Thursday, December 20 when Chris Parsons Building & Remodeling will generously be sponsoring the Community Cafe. Heading into he depths of winter, there’s no better way to warm up than with a steaming hot bowl of chowder, and that’s just what Chris and our tremendous group of volunteers are going to provide.

Starting Tuesday, January 8, join The Neighborhood House and instructor Suzie James for a four week “Total Body Conditioning” class. Classes meet Tuesday mornings from 8:45 to 9:45.

Instructor Mike Bouscaren will be offering another installment of Passive Yoga Stretch (see below for description) on Tuesday, December 11th from 4:30 to 5:00 PM in the Great Hall. A session of Divine Play Yoga will also be offered the following morning, December 12, from 8:30 to 9:30am

Stop by for lunch on Thursday, December 6 when our friends from AB & JR Hodgkins will be serving up piping hot lasagna along with breadsticks, zesty broccoli salad, coffee and tea, along with a selection of desserts. Lunch starts at 11:30 am and runs until 1:00, and takeout containers are available for those on the run.

The 6th Annual Frosty 5K + Kids Fun Run was held on Saturday, December 1st as the opening event for the Northeast Harbor Christmas Festival. Temperatures in the mid-30s and calm winds welcomed a group of of about 60 runners and walkers from all over MDI and across eastern Maine.

As Christmas and the holiday season approaches, a local group has been working to encourage seasonal residents with shorefront properties around Northeast Harbor and along Somes Sound to add outdoor lights and Christmas decor. The hope is that these displays will brighten up the waterfront (and holidays) as boats return to harbor each day.

It’s time to get back on the hardwood, and The Neighborhood House invites players in grades 1-5 to take part in another season of recreational basketball. The season kicks off with organizational practices on Wednesday, December 5th.

Passive Yoga Stretch movements complement Divine Play Yoga, but Passive Yoga Stretch is a stand-alone practice not requiring prior yoga experience:

All are welcome !

Beginning Monday, November 26 and running through Monday, December 31, when you purchase a two month fitness membership (or add two months to an existing membership), you will receive an additional month at no charge. It’s the perfect way to stay active all winter long, regardless of the weather conditions outside.

Winter weather has arrived, but the good news in the forecast is that you can come warm up at the Community Cafe. On Thursday, Nov. 15, WMH Architects will be sponsoring the Community Cafe, and serving up two hearty and warm soups sure to hit the spot.

nstructor Suzie James will be offering a special four class series just in time to get your energized and motivated during the holiday season. This interval-based class is a total body, heart pumping, aerobic and strength conditioning workout combining full-body strength training with high intensity cardio bursts. Each class is designed to tone your body, improve your endurance and clear your mind before you start your busy day! This class is open to all fitness levels! You can go at your own pace!