The Rockland Community Sailing Short Ships Rowing Regatta is a fun and friendly three-mile inner harbor race open to all recreational and racing rowers and paddlers. Gigs, fixed and sliding seat, single and multiple oars, kayaks, canoes and paddleboards are welcome. Starts at The Apprenticeshop pier, 643 Main St. in Rockland. Registration from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at the Apprenticeshop’s Bosun’s Locker (head of the pier.) $15 in advance or $20 day of race. The skippers’ meeting is at 9 a.m., and the race starts at 9:30 a.m. FMI: The Apprenticeshop at 594-1800 or www.apprenticeshop.org.