One of the most #SolarPunk events to happen in Southern #Maine! This Saturday!!!

#BrunswickME - 2nd Annual #DIYFestival

Saturday, June 13, 2026
10:00am - 1:00pm

#CurtisMemorialLibrary
23 Pleasant Street
Brunswick, ME 04011

"Roll up your sleeves and bring your curiosity— our 2nd annual #DIY Festival is packed with #inspiration, #creativity, and #PracticalSkills! From #repairing the things you love to #preserving the #harvest, we're bringing together #makers, #growers, and #doers of all kinds to celebrate #SelfReliance, #community, and #craft. Whether you’re a seasoned maker or just starting out, there’s something here for everyone.

DEMONSTRATIONS BY:

#UMaineCooperativeExtension (Strawberry Jam #canning preservation) | #MerrymeetingBayTrout Unlimited (#Flyfishing and #FlyTying) | #ArtVan (#ButtonMaking & #Crafts) | #RepairCafe | Design Your Own #Puzzle in the Children's Library | #BlockPrinting & more!

LECTURE SERIES in the MORRELL MEETING ROOM:

10:00 - Explore #NativeGardens with members of St. Paul's Episcopal Church's Earth Care Team

10:45 - Join the #MARIAProject from #BigelowLaboratory for #OceanSciences to learn what you can do with #MaineAlgae

11:30 - Enjoy a performance from Curtis' own Friday morning #Ukulele Friends

Noon - Try out a free #Pilates lesson with Routine. Bring your own mat if you can. 20 person limit.

Source:
https://curtislibrary.libcal.com/event/16450234

#SolarPunkSunday #LibariesRule #MaineLibraries #MaineEvents #RepairCafesMaine #PuzzleDesign #FoodPreservation #BuildingCommunity #Gardening #SelfCare

"For people with Parkinson's in particular, the rhythm and movement involved in playing the ukulele can stimulate the areas of the brain linked with co-ordination and motivation"

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c98g6jg45z2o

#Ukulele

In 2020 I was introduced to Arvo Pärt's "Für Alina" via a ukulele version played by Albini on the ukulele.

It hit something on me.

I started listening to Pärt's minimalist works, and learnt a bit about his tintinnabuli technique.

I listened to his choral works.

I cried. Their beauty drove me to tears.

I wrote "A. P. Drove Me to Tears".

Once again, Albini honoured me rendering my composition into a beautiful performance in Jan, 2021.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0WmR4f0h1M

1/4

#ukulele #minimalism

Samantha Muir: "Waltzer Op.121 No.3 (ukulele, baritone & guitar) by Carulli"

https://youtu.be/ujD1gwTziIg

#Ukulele #Classical #Carulli

“The Necronomicon was a book like no other; its secrets were not meant for the minds of men.”

#HPL #Lovecraft #Ukulele

I'm beginning to think that my tuner might be approaching retirement age.

#Ukulele

Shall we talk about minimalist ukulele? Sure!

Let this "Holloway", written and performed by Sam Muir, serve as an introduction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWhnkyglEU8

#ukulele #minimalism