A project illuminating and honoring the often-hidden struggles and triumphs of Lincoln County residents affected by substance use. Locally organized events humanize this complex issue, fostering positive change through greater understanding, increased empathy, and strengthened community bonds.

Programs

From August 24 to August 31, events featuring art, music, remembrances, healing experiences and sharing of resource information will take place in every one of Lincoln County’s 19 towns.

Programs by Town

Calendar of Events

Saturday, August 24

Boothbay – Story Matters
5:00-6:30 PM, Boothbay Common


Sunday, August 25

Somerville – Breaking Silence
11:30 AM-1:00 PM, Pumpkin Vine Family Farm

Boothbay Harbor – Veteran Matters
3:30-5:00 PM, Boothbay Harbor Memorial Library

Southport – Open Hearts
6:00-7:30 PM, Southport General Store


Monday, August 26

Monhegan – Connection Matters
1:00-2:00 PM, Barnacle Pavilion


Tuesday, August 27

Edgecomb – The Thin Veil
2:00-3:30 PM, Edgecomb Community Church

Nobleboro – Recovering Out Loud
6:30-8:00 PM, Mill Pond Inn


Wednesday, August 28

Bristol – The Power of Helpers
2:00-3:30 PM. Pemaquid Point Lighthouse

Bremen – Youth Matters
5:00-6:30 PM, Hearty Roots Campus

South Bristol – Recovery Is Community
6:30-8:30 PM, Clark’s Cove Farm


Thursday, August 29

Westport Island – The Power of One
2:30-4:30 PM, Lulu’s Barn

Wiscasset – Requiem Walk
4:00-8:00 PM, Downtown & Sunken Garden


Friday, August 30

Dresden – Reentry Matters
10:00-11:30 AM, Pownalborough Courthouse

Alna – Art & Healing
12:30-2:00 PM, Puddle Dock Village School

Whitefield – Home Matters
5:30-7:00 PM, Sheepscot General

Waldoboro – Hope Renewed
5:00-8:00 PM, Sproul Block & Sylvania Industrial Site

Jefferson – How We Respond
7:00-8:30 PM, Jefferson Fire & Rescue


Saturday, August 31

Newcastle – Wellness Matters
3:00-4:45 PM, Veteran’s Park

Damariscotta – Overdose Awareness Day
5:00-8:30 PM, multiple locations

Our Community

A project presented by Studio B and the Lincoln County Recovery Community Center, 19 Towns, 19 Stories is made possible by partnerships with and support from dozens of individuals, organizations, agencies, and businesses.

Presenters

Lincoln County Recovery Community Center, a program of commonspace, supports the people, families and communities of Lincoln County that are impacted by substance use by providing one-on-one recovery coaching, support groups, links to community resources, vocational opportunities, and events that celebrate recovery and that promote community strength and connection.

Studio B is a Lincoln County based nonprofit organization with the mission of using art and story to create spaces where everyone is seen, heard and valued, cultivating individual self-esteem and building stronger communities.

Major Supporters

Maine Community Foundation, dedicated to bringing people and resources together to build a better Maine.

Maine Humanities Council, a statewide nonprofit that uses books, poetry, and big ideas to bring people together to discuss issues of importance, and a program partner, grant-maker, and connector of people and communities.

Lincoln County Commissioners, generously distributing a portion of Opioid Settlement Funds to support this project.

Sponsors

Clark’s Cove Farm, whose owner, Tim Cheney, is in long-term recovery and has been committed to harm reduction, social justice activism and advocacy since 1979. And Apples.

Colby & Gale, providing reliable fuel delivery and friendly professional service to the Midcoast since 1946.

Community Resource Council (CRC), assisting people in need on the Boothbay peninsula by providing information, referrals, resources and programs.

Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor, “Love Lives Here.”

Don Sorterup Coaching, offering mindfulness-based transformational guidance.

First Federal Savings & Loan Association of Bath, a community savings bank serving the people who live and work in our communities.

Hardy Boat Cruises, Monhegan Island ferry and boat tours out of New Harbor, ME.

Healthy Kids, a family resource network and designated member of Maine’s Child Abuse and Prevention Councils.

Healthy Lincoln County, with the mission is to build thriving, healthy communities in Lincoln County.

MaineHealth/LincolnHealth, providing a vast array of healthcare services in Lincoln County and is a member of the MaineHealth system.

Merry Barn, an art and literacy center where creativity thrives.

Mid-Coast Energy Systems, the heating, cooling, plumbing, generating, modifying, problem-solving pros.

Mill Pond Inn, a bed and breakfast on Damariscotta Lake for over 30 years.

Rising Tide Co-op, a cooperative business dedicated to being a trusted community-based resource for high-quality, natural, sustainable foods & goods.

Salt Bay Framers, offering custom framing from your precious memories to fine art for over 20 years.

Tindal & Callahan Real Estate, local experts specializing in Boothbay Harbor Region real estate.

Individual Support

Tom Anderson
Sharon Bailey – in honor of Matthew Ryan Bailey (11/18/91~09/07/12) 
Annie Blair
Susie Brandt
Dyan Dyer & Bernie DeLisle
Joan Fetsko
Lisa Hagen
Betsy & Chris Leighton
Ella & Jeff Long
Will Matteson
Mexicali Blues
Leigh Perkins
Keith Plummer
Jay Sawyer

Advisory Group

Sharon Bailey, Founder, Grieving Hearts of Lincoln County
Haley Bezon, Executive Director, Hearty Roots
Abigail Boudin, Coordinator, Mid-Coast Recovery Community Centers
Cathy Cole, Regional Director of Education, MaineHealth/LincolnHealth
Char Corbett, Executive Director, Healthy Kids
Lydia Crafts, Maine State Representative, District 46
Lee Anne Dodge, Program Director, SoPo Unite
Lisa Hagen, volunteer
Mary Hanley, volunteer
Lauren Hunt, Harm Reduction Program Coordinator, Maine General
Nick Loscocco, OPTIONS Liaison, Lincoln County
Will Matteson, Substance Use Prevention Coordinator, HLC
Mat O’Donnell, volunteer
Keith Plummer, volunteer
Gordon Smith, Maine’s Director of Opioid Response
Holly Stover, Maine State Representative, District 48
Brian Townsend, Executive Director, commonspace
Todd Weir, Pastor, Congregational Church of Boothbay Harbor
Lauren Woodcock, volunteer

Volunteers

Too many to count or name, 19 towns, 19 Stories depends entirely on the goodwill, time, and dedication of more than 100 individual volunteers, each of whom has been a part on making the project possible. To them this project is dedicated, and for their commitment to the cause, we are grateful.

19 Towns, 19 Stories is a community-built initiative led by Studio B and commonspace’s Lincoln County Recovery Community Center.

Do you have questions, or want to get involved?

Contact us at 207-800-1640 or peter@bruunstudios.com.