A Year With the Seals Book Talk and Signing
2026-01-14 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Patagonia Freeport, 100 Main St, Freeport, ME
Join us at Patagonia in Freeport on Wednesday 1/14, at 6:30PM, for a special event with Alix Morris, author of A Year with the Seals. The event is free, though we are asking guests to RSVP for the event here.
This event will feature short readings from Alix’s book and insightful conversations with moderator Jen Borderud as well as a table where you can learn more about Marine Mammals of Maine and other local businesses. There will also be a Q&A session where you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions. Afterward, meet the author during a book signing. A limited quantity of books will be available for purchase.
There is no cost for this event, and light refreshments will be provided. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in a Patagonia product giveaway!
A rare look at what happens when conservation efforts work, and how human tampering with ecosystems continues to have unexpected consequences. A Year with the Seals is also a gripping adventure story of a journalist determined to understand seals and our relationship with them for herself. Author Alix Morris spends a year with these magnetic creatures and brings them to life on the page, season by season, as she learns about their intelligence, their relationships with each other, their ecosystems, and the changing climate.⁣

A Seal's Journey at Springvale Public Library
2026-03-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Springvale Public Library, 443 Main St., Springvale, ME
Join Marine Mammals of Maine at the Springvale Public Library as we take you through a seal’s journey from stranding to release, and all of the obstacles in between. Starting with seal basics such as: whether it’s normal for them to be out of the water and why you might see a baby on its own, and then dive into when and why seals need our help. You will learn what MMoME is, what we do, the animals we care for, and how you can help.

Salted Seal Latte Fundraiser
2026-04-01 - 2026-04-19 | Wild Oats Bakery and Cafe, 166 Admiral Fitch Ave, Brunswick, ME, 04011, United States
April 1- April 19- Wild Oats Bakery in Brunswick is offering a special Salted Seal iced latte, of which 100% of proceeds will be donated to MMOME. Stop by for this salted caramel treat and support seals at the same time!

A Seal's Journey at Goodall Memorial Library
2026-04-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Goodall Memorial Library, 952 Main St., Sanford, ME
Join Marine Mammals of Maine at the Louis B. Goodall Memorial Library as we take you through a seal’s journey from stranding to release, and all of the obstacles in between. Starting with seal basics such as: whether it’s normal for them to be out of the water and why you might see a baby on its own, and then dive into when and why seals need our help. You will learn what MMoME is, what we do, the animals we care for, and how you can help. This event is geared towards adult participants.

Wells Beach Cleanup
2026-04-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Wells Beach, 200 Sanford Road, Wells, ME, United States
Beach cleanup at Wells Beach! This is a busy area for marine mammal activity and we’d love your help! Help with the clean up and visit the MMoME volunteers at the same time. The event is hosted by the Wells Police Department, but MMOME volunteers will be there tabling and helping out.
Volunteers will meet at Wells High School, 200 Sanford Road, at 10:00 am, then head out in groups to clean Wells Harbor, Wells Beach, and Drakes Island Beach.
Beach lovers of all ages are welcome. Gloves and other supplies will be provided, and if you have a reach extender, feel free to bring it along to help pick up litter. Congdon’s Doughnuts will be supplying free donuts for all particpants.
To RSVP, email Saundra at beachcleanup@yahoo.com with your name and the number of people in your group.

Pup Shower
2026-04-19 08:00 - 15:30 | Wild Oats Bakery and Cafe, 166 Admiral Fitch Ave, Brunswick, ME, 04011, United States
Harbor seal pupping season is MMoME’s busiest time of year. Offer a helping hand to the pups by attending our pup shower. Can’t make it in person? All donations, wish list and registry items help the pups!

Seal Day with the Portland Sea Dogs
2026-04-25 13:00 - 17:00 | Hadlock Field, 271 Park Ave., Portland, ME
🎉 Join Us for Marine Mammals of Maine Day at the Ballpark! ⚾
Date & Time: April 25th, 2026 at 1:00 PM (Gates open at 11:30 AM)
Location: Hadlock Field
Game: Portland Sea Dogs vs. Hartford Yard Goats
Get ready for a fun afternoon of baseball while supporting a great cause! Join us at the ballpark as we celebrate and support Marine Mammals of Maine. Come enjoy the game, cheer on the Sea Dogs, and help raise awareness for the incredible work being done to protect and rescue marine mammals along Maine’s coast.
🦭 Special Ticket Opportunity: Purchase your tickets through the dedicated event link, and a portion of every ticket sold will go directly to Marine Mammals of Maine to support their rescue, response, and education efforts.
Bring your friends, family, and fellow ocean lovers for a great day at the ballpark!
Let’s make a splash and knock this one out of the park for marine mammal conservation! ⚾🌊
Purchase tickets here.

Presentation at Eldredge Lumber
2026-05-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Eldredge Lumber, 627 US Route 1, York, ME
This presentation in partnership with Eldredge Lumber is open to the public. Come learn about MMoME’s work, the species we respond to, and marine mammal health in the Gulf of Maine. Please RSVP at info@eldredgelumber.com or 207-363-3004. Light refreshments will be served.

Lynda Doughty at Totman Public Library
2026-05-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Totman Public Library, 28 Parker Head Rd, Phippsburg, ME
Lynda Ada, the Founding Executive Director of Marine Mammals of Maine and proud Phippsburg native, will dive into marine mammal response and health in the Gulf of Maine. She will detail cases that MMoME has responded to in the Phippsburg area.

Burgers for Burgers
2026-06-04 15:00 - 20:00 | Spinney’s Restaurant, 987 Popham Rd, Phippsburg, ME
Join us at Spinney’s Restaurant in Phippsburg for a fundraiser for MMoME. A portion of burger and drink sales will be donated to MMOME. Join us for some good food and perhaps a seal sighting or two!

Turtle Tracks at the New Gloucester Public Library
2026-06-23 13:00 - 14:00 | New Gloucester Public Library, 379 Intervale Rd, New Gloucester, ME, 04260
The waters off the coast of Maine are rich in diversity of marine life. This includes sea turtles. Join MMoME to gain a basic understanding of sea turtle biology, ecology, conservation, and the threats that sea turtles face in Maine and globally. We’ll discuss the concept of One Health in regards to the ocean, and how sea turtles are connected to the work we do with marine mammals.

A Seal's Journey at Thomas Memorial Library
2026-06-23 18:30 - 19:30 | Thomas Memorial Library, 6 Scott Dyer Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME, 04107
Join Marine Mammals of Maine at the Thomas Memorial Library as we take you through a seal’s journey from stranding to release, and all of the obstacles in between. Starting with seal basics such as: whether it’s normal for them to be out of the water and why you might see a baby on its own, and then dive into when and why seals need our help. You will learn what MMoME is, what we do, the animals we care for, and how you can help.

A Seal's Journey at Belfast Free Library
2026-07-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Belfast Free Library, 106 High St., Belfast, ME
Join Marine Mammals of Maine at the Belfast Free Library as we take you through a seal’s journey from stranding to release, and all of the obstacles in between. Starting with seal basics such as: whether it’s normal for them to be out of the water and why you might see a baby on its own, and then dive into when and why seals need our help. You will learn what MMoME is, what we do, the animals we care for, and how you can help. This event is geared towards adult participants.

A Seal's Journey at Norridgewock Public Library
2026-07-14 10:30 - 11:30 | Norridgewock Public Library, 40 Mercer Rd, Norridgewock, ME
Join Marine Mammals of Maine at the Norridgewock Public Library as we take you through a seal’s journey from stranding to release, and all of the obstacles in between. Starting with seal basics such as: whether it’s normal for them to be out of the water and why you might see a baby on its own, and then dive into when and why seals need our help. You will learn what MMoME is, what we do, the animals we care for, and how you can help. This event is geared towards adult participants.

Visiting Scientist Program for Children
2026-07-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Children’s Museum and Theatre of Maine, 250 Thompson’s Point Rd, Portland, ME
Visiting Scientists: Marine Mammals of Maine
Join Marine Mammals of Maine (MMoME) at the Children’s Museum and Theatre of Maine as we explore the different kinds of seals that can be seen in Maine. Learn about seal behavior, how to safely share the shore with these animals, and participate in a mock- seal response with the MMoME team!

A Seal's Journey at Dyer Library
2026-07-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Dyer Library, 371 Main St., Saco, 04072
Join us as we take you through a seal’s journey from stranding to release, and all of the obstacles in between. Starting with seal basics such as: whether it’s normal for them to be out of the water and why you might see a baby on its own, and then dive into when and why seals need our help. You will learn what MMoME is, what we do, the animals we care for, and how you can help.

A Seal's Journey at Cundy’s Harbor Library
2026-07-18 15:00 - 16:00 | Cundy’s Harbor Library, 935 Cundy's Harbor Rd., Harpswell, ME

A Seal's Journey at Falmouth Memorial Library
2026-07-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Falmouth Memorial Library, 5 Lunt Road, Falmouth, ME, 04105, United States

A Seal's Journey at William Fogg Public Library
2026-07-22 14:00 - 15:00 | William Fogg Public Library, 116 Old Rd, Eliot, ME, 03903

A Seal's Journey with South Berwick Public Library
2026-07-22 17:30 - 18:30 | South Berwick Public Library, 27 Young St, South Berwick, ME, 03908
Join us as we take you through a seal’s journey from stranding to release, and all of the obstacles in between. Starting with seal basics such as: whether it’s normal for them to be out of the water and why you might see a baby on its own, and then dive into when and why seals need our help. You will learn what MMoME is, what we do, which animals we care for, and how you can help. This program is good for all ages. No registration is required.

A Seal's Journey at the Gray Town Public Library
2026-07-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Gray Public Library, 5 Hancock St, Gray, ME

A Seal's Journey at Brown Memorial Library
2026-08-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Brown Memorial Library, 53 Railroad St, Clinton, ME

A Seal’s Journey at Riverton Branch Library
2026-08-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Riverton Branch Library, 1600 Forest Ave, Portland, ME
Join us as we take you through a seal’s journey from stranding to release, and all of the obstacles in between. Starting with seal basics such as: whether it’s normal for them to be out of the water and why you might see a baby on its own, and then dive into when and why seals need our help. You will learn what MMoME is, what we do, the animals we care for, and how you can help.
Located in the Riverton Community Center, the Riverton branch holds nearly 25,000 books, audiobooks, movies and more, with something for all ages.

A Seal’s Journey at Monhegan Memorial Library
2026-08-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Monhegan Memorial Library, 1 Library Lane, Monhegan, ME

November 2026 Volunteer Info Session
2026-11-07 10:00 - 12:00 | ME
All prospective volunteers are required to attend an informational session to become more familiar with the organization, and to help you, and MMoME, identify if you’re a good fit for the volunteer roles currently available. The info sessions also offer an opportunity for individuals to meet some of MMoME’s staff and volunteers.
Fill out the volunteer interest form to receive information on how to participate in this info session.
