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SUMMARY:Portland Ballet presents: Four Seasons
DESCRIPTION:Portland Ballet is proud to bring ‘Four Seasons’ back to life in Congress Square Park!  Set to Vivaldi’s classical score\, Nell Shipman created this contemporary piece for nine dancers which premiered outdoors in September 2020.  It explores how the inevitability of change affects and shapes us as individuals who\, in turn\, play a part in our larger community.  ‘Four Seasons’ is a part of Portland Ballet’s repertoire that will resonate with audiences of all ages. \nRain date: August 23rd
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/portland-ballet/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20240614T150609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240614T150609Z
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SUMMARY:Salsa in the Square! Feat. Primo Cubano
DESCRIPTION:Salsa night is back! Come dance in the Park to the music of Primo Cubano! Free salsa lesson to start things off\, provided by PM Salsa.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/salsa-in-the-square-feat-primo-cubano/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240531T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20240327T151117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T151117Z
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SUMMARY:Swing Dancing feat. The Ragtime Destroyers
DESCRIPTION:It’s swing dancing night! \nFeaturing local legends The Ragtime Destroyers! Enjoy some New Orleans jazz while you dance your heart out (or sit back and spectate\, of course!).
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/swing-dancing-feat-the-ragtime-destroyers/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230901T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230901T193000
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CREATED:20230606T203339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T174301Z
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SUMMARY:New Moon Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center! \nNew Moon Ensemble members share a love for the music and dance of Guinea\, West Africa\, the accompanying traditions and the gift of intercultural exchange. As an ensemble family we represent and embrace diverse ethnicities\, build community and inspire international study and collaboration through the healing power of music and dance.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/new-moon-ensemble-2/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230825T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230825T200000
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CREATED:20230329T174751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T174751Z
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SUMMARY:Salsa Dancing feat. Primo Cubano
DESCRIPTION:Primo Cubano returns to play some salsa music! \nGet a quick lesson in salsa from PM Salsa at 5pm\, followed by live music. \nCome dance!
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/salsa-dancing-feat-primo-cubano-2/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20230329T174458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T174458Z
UID:5624-1691258400-1691265600@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Swing Dancing feat. Annie and the Fur Trappers
DESCRIPTION:Boston-based Annie and the Fur Trappers visit Congress Square Park for the first time to serenade some swing dancing! \nHosted with Portland Swing Project. \nCome dance!
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/swing-dancing-feat-annie-and-the-fur-trappers/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20230329T174716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T174716Z
UID:5628-1688144400-1688155200@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Salsa Dancing feat. Primo Cubano
DESCRIPTION:Primo Cubano returns to play some salsa music! \nGet a quick lesson in salsa from PM Salsa at 5pm\, followed by live music. \nCome dance!
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/salsa-dancing-feat-primo-cubano/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20230329T174610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T174610Z
UID:5626-1687456800-1687464000@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Swing Dancing feat. Ragtime Destroyers
DESCRIPTION:Portland-based band The Ragtime Destroyers will play some tunes for the crowd to swing dance along to! \nHosted with Portland Swing Project. \nCome dance!
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/swing-dancing-feat-ragtime-destroyers/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221007T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221007T193000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20220919T120245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220919T120245Z
UID:5464-1665162000-1665171000@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Salsa Night w/ Primo Cubano
DESCRIPTION:Salsa! \nPM Salsa will be on-site to give a quick salsa lesson before the music kicks in. Join us!
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/salsa-night-w-primo-cubano-2/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220730T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20220608T160713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T160713Z
UID:5302-1659204000-1659211200@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Portland Swing Project feat. Hadacol Bouncers
DESCRIPTION:Join Portland Swing Project for live music and swing dancing in the Square! This month\, Hadacol Bouncers will perform. Masks are strongly encouraged at these close-contact events. \nPortland Swing Project spreads the appreciation of swing music and dance through weekly classes and events for all levels of experience. We teach\, dance\, perform and provide live and DJ’d music to venues throughout Maine. Absolute beginners welcome\, no partner needed. \n“The Hadacol Bouncers formed in the summer of 2013 for a Portland\, Maine Swing Dance festival and have never looked back.  A Chicago and New Orleans-syle dance band\, they have continued their close association with the dance crowd and are always looking to play for dancers. The group is a joint effort by co-band leaders Tom Whitehead (piano) and Peter Dunphy (banjo). Tom has a multi-style background in blues\, New Orleans R&B and bebop piano. Peter has been playing New Orleans and Chicago-style jazz since he was fourteen. For the Hadacol Bouncers\, Tom and Peter handpicked some of their favorite musicians from the Portland and Portsmouth jazz scene. Like any band of this size\, there are several players who rotate in and out\, but the following are the established core.”
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/portland-swing-project-feat-hadacol-bouncers-3/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220701T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220701T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20220608T155810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T155810Z
UID:5294-1656694800-1656702000@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Salsa Night w/ Primo Cubano
DESCRIPTION:Salsa! \nPM Salsa will be on-site to give a quick salsa lesson before the music kicks in. Join us!
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/salsa-night-w-primo-cubano/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20220612T142317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220612T142317Z
UID:5325-1655577000-1655586000@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Juneteenth: Freedom Fete
DESCRIPTION:Saturday evening we pick up the pace with some disco tunes by DJ ex__voto and DJ Liz. This dance party is Juneteenth and Pride oriented. All are welcome to come get down and boogie.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/juneteenth-freedom-fete/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20220415T124538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220415T124538Z
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SUMMARY:Nevaeh Dance Circus
DESCRIPTION:Hula hoop with the pros! This is a family-friendly event with performances\, workshops\, and more. Details below: \n  \n3 PM – Hoop Jam (60 minutes)\n\n4 PM – Hula Hoop 101 Workshop (45 minutes)\n\n4:45 – (15 minute break to set up for the show)\n\n5 PM Nevaeh Dance Circus Show (with a performance opportunity for all who participated in the workshop)
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/nevaeh-dance-circus-2/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20210820T122034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T193905Z
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SUMMARY:Salsa Night with Primo Cubano & PM Salsa
DESCRIPTION:Come to Congress Square Park from 5-8pm for a free evening of hopping music and salsa dance (lessons included!). Masks are strongly encouraged at these close-contact events. \nPM Salsa has been teaching for over 15 years. Come at 5pm to learn basic moves and enjoy an evening of social dance with music by Primo Cubano! \nPrimo Cubano will play traditional Cuban dance music called “SON\,” which dates back to the turn of the 20th Century. Son is the most popular style to come out of Cuba and is the primary contributor to the blend of Latin styles today known as Salsa.  It was first a music of the country people and eventually migrated to Havana\, where it was urbanized and began to draw a wider audience. \nPrimo Cubano interprets the classic Son Cubano with affinity\, appreciation and inspiration bringing this vibrant music to life for audiences in Maine and beyond.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/salsa-night-with-primo-cubano-pm-salsa-6/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210904T190000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20210728T130413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T193824Z
UID:4975-1630774800-1630782000@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Portland Swing Project feat. Hadacol Bouncers
DESCRIPTION:Join Portland Swing Project for live music and swing dancing in the Square! This month\, Hadacol Bouncers will perform. Masks are strongly encouraged at these close-contact events. \nPortland Swing Project spreads the appreciation of swing music and dance through weekly classes and events for all levels of experience. We teach\, dance\, perform and provide live and DJ’d music to venues throughout Maine. Absolute beginners welcome\, no partner needed. \n“The Hadacol Bouncers formed in the summer of 2013 for a Portland\, Maine Swing Dance festival and have never looked back.  A Chicago and New Orleans-syle dance band\, they have continued their close association with the dance crowd and are always looking to play for dancers. The group is a joint effort by co-band leaders Tom Whitehead (piano) and Peter Dunphy (banjo). Tom has a multi-style background in blues\, New Orleans R&B and bebop piano. Peter has been playing New Orleans and Chicago-style jazz since he was fourteen. For the Hadacol Bouncers\, Tom and Peter handpicked some of their favorite musicians from the Portland and Portsmouth jazz scene. Like any band of this size\, there are several players who rotate in and out\, but the following are the established core.”
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/portland-swing-project-feat-hadacol-bouncers-2/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210626T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210626T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20210518T113624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T113624Z
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SUMMARY:Mixtape #4
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by SPACE Gallery\, this is a family-friendly event with all sorts of surprises! Come by and enjoy a little music\, dancing\, and more.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/mixtape-4/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191025T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191025T183000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20190624T143104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190624T143104Z
UID:3390-1572024600-1572028200@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Thriller Throwdown
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 7th annual Thriller Throwdown! What started as a flash mob of 30 dancers in 2012 now has grown into an annual event with more than 70 local dancers and hundreds of spectators. The Throwdown has moved to Congress Square Park and it’s now an all-out dance party! View a recent Thriller Throwdown on YouTube. \n\n\nGather in the square and watch our zombies re-create Michael Jackson’s iconic video\, then stay for a Halloween-themed dance party!\n\n\nIf you want to participate in the Thriller performance:\n\nThe dance party is free and open to the public. If you’d like to be trained to be a part of the Thriller Throwdown version of Michael Jackson’s classic music video\, you can sign up for classes at Avant Dance and Event Center. For more information\, visit Avant’s website.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/thriller-throwdown-3/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191011T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191011T180000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20190624T142731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190917T174802Z
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SUMMARY:Pumpkins in the Square feat. Jenny Van West Music
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 5th annual Pumpkins in the Square! Friends of Congress Square Park is welcoming Fall and celebrating a successful season with: \nLive music with Jenny Van West Music \nDonuts and cider! \nPumkin carving and decorating!  Bring your own pumpkin or buy one at the event (suggested donation $10). We’ll have a contest to show off the creations! \nFall arts and crafts!  \nFun for the whole family. See you there!  \n  \n  \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/pumpkins-in-the-square-feat-jenny-van-west-music/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Dance,Meet,Music,Play
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191004T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191004T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20190624T140154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190624T140154Z
UID:3387-1570212000-1570219200@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:El Malo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for music and dancing in Congress Square Park with El Malo! \nEl Malo is a contemporary Latin-Rock band out of Portland\, Maine. They play a blend of classic salsa tunes and original instrumental Latin music that is sure to get any crowd up and dancing! No matter what your usual playlist may be\, El Malo promises to create a musical common ground among its viewers! Come enjoy a diverse setlist of relaxing drum beats to lively horn section solos!
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/el-malo/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Meet,Music,Play
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190928T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190928T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20190830T154455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190925T192236Z
UID:4150-1569679200-1569700800@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Portland Intercultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Portland Intercultural Festival (PIF) is being organized through the Friends of Congress Square Park in association with the Root House organization and local artist AFRiCAN DUNDADA. This event is a celebration of the richness of Portland’s Black and Brown creative community as well as showcasing new and unexpected artists with diverse backgrounds and strikingly unique music and visual art. \nIn the afternoon\, expect interactive creative work shops. In the evening\, musical and spoken word acts will take the stage. \nSchedule\n2:30 – 3:30 pm – Workshop with Youth Voices Matter\n3:30 – 4:15 pm – International Open Mic\n4:30 – 8:00 pm – Performances by artists including Unique Unknown\, Signature Soul\, AFRiCAN DUNDADA and Malcolm Henry \n  \nJoin us for an all day experience sure to widen your perspective and put swivel in your hips. Come create and turn up with us.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/portland-intercultural-festival/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Dance,Eat,Meet,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190920T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20190624T133901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190624T133901Z
UID:3383-1569002400-1569009600@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Swing Night with Portland Swing Project
DESCRIPTION:Join Portland Swing Project for live music and dancing in Congress Square Park! All are welcome and no experience is necessary for lively fun! \nPortland Swing Project spreads the appreciation of swing music and dance through weekly classes and events for all levels of experience. They teach\, dance\, perform and provide live and DJ’d music to venues throughout Maine. Absolute beginners welcome\, no partner needed.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/swing-night-with-portland-swing-project/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Meet,Music,Play
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190913T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190913T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20190624T131734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190624T131734Z
UID:3381-1568397600-1568404800@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Contra Dance with Portland Intown Contra Dance featuring Lake Effect with Katy Heine
DESCRIPTION:Join us for dancing in Congress Square Park! \nIf you can walk\, you can contra.  Truly.  It’s an easy\, enjoyable\, and accessible dance form for most people. Contra dance is community social dancing to live music.  It’s lively\, joyful\, welcoming\, modern\, traditional\, and fun! \nNo partner is needed – you dance with everyone! Our community is diverse and intergenerational\, so you know you’ll meet a lot of different people as you make your way down the line. Live music will be provided by Lake Effect\, the fiddle and guitar duo of Upstate New York featuring musicians Matthew Sloboda and Chuck Abell. For more information connect with them on Facebook! Come enjoy some lively music\, smiling and spinning people\, or save us a dance! \nHosted by Portland Intown Contra Dance.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/contra-dance-with-portland-intown-contra-dance-featuring-lake-effect-with-katy-heine/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Meet,Music,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190907T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190907T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20190606T012455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190606T012455Z
UID:3380-1567879200-1567886400@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Dance Party for Everyone!
DESCRIPTION:Come join Ed King\, Rosanne Graef and all your friends from Congress Square Park for a whole lotta shakin’ to 50 years of hits\, misses and dance crazes. Guaranteed to put a smile on your face and a song in your heart. Lace up your blue suede shoes and high-heeled sneakers and let’s do a little dance!
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/dance-party-for-everyone-3/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190831T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20190606T013030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T183753Z
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SUMMARY:"5 Year Supper" Anniversary Party & Community Meal
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Congress Square Park is marking our 5th anniversary this season! We’re celebrating the thousands of people who helped create this one-of-a-kind place by throwing a casual picnic party. Delicious local food\, outstanding local artists – including live music…  All free and all fun. Join us! \nBring your own food and picnic with us\, or get a tasty BBQ dinner from Moe’s Original BBQ (pay what you can donation). \nLive music featuring Kafari (6-7 pm) and Sylvain’s Acadian Aces (7-8 pm). \n‘Kafari’ is the alias of Portland\, ME based ambient loop master\, pianist\, and rhythm bonesman Ahmad Hassan Muhammad. Kafari seamlessly weaves together jazz\, electronic music\, ambient music\, and hip hop in his experimental manipulations of loops taken from old jazz recordings. His most recent release ‘Knockturnes’ is a dreamy\, hypnotic tribute to the legendary Bill Evans trio. Using his keyboard controller\, Kafari manipulates the pitch and tempo of old jazz samples\, altering them nearly beyond recognition and transforming them into etheral backdrops for keyboard and saxophone improvisations. \nSylvain’s Acadian Aces keeps the ‘cajun flame alive in old Acadie with an energetic brand of raw\, rootsy ‘cajun music derived directly from the source. The vocal power of guitarist Robert Sylvain and charismatic fiddler Hawk Kallweit supplies a one-two punch that’s instantly compelling and distinctive. With Maine’s own true accordian ace Junior Stevens on button-box\, and the unstoppable combination of Tom Jacques on upright bass and Kris Day on drums\, Sylvain’s Acadian Aces deliver heart-wrenching lovesongs and electrifying dance numbers that can bring even the most stoic New Englanders to their feet. Rooted in classic cajun two-steps and waltzes\, the repertoire also folds in elements of creole and zydeco traditions along with original Americana and rock ‘n roll sensibilities. \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/5-year-supper-anniversary-party-community-meal/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Eat,Meet,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190827T100000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20190416T160449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190821T115632Z
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SUMMARY:Zumba Fitness Class
DESCRIPTION:Come break a sweat in Congress Square Park with a Zumba class taught by Kristin Sutton of Avant Dance Studio. Donations are encouraged – pay what you can! Suggested donation of $5-10. Expect to dance for 45 minutes. \nZumba involves dance and aerobic movements performed to energetic music. The choreography incorporates hip-hop\, soca\, samba\, salsa\, merengue and mambo. Squats and lunges are also included. \nAll ages and abilities welcome!
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/zumba-fitness-class-2019-06-18-2019-08-27/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190824T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190824T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20190819T182841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T182841Z
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SUMMARY:Portland Social Dance Festival
DESCRIPTION:Free Dancing in Different Styles with Lessons!\nPortland has a vibrant social dance scene\, and we’re thrilled to celebrate it in a two-day festival! Join Friends of Congress Square Park Saturday\, August 24 for hours of FREE dancing – with lessons! – in Congress Square Park. \nFeaturing Danza Latina\, Portland Swing Project\, Tom Whitehead & the Rites of Swing  and New Moon Ensemble. \n\nFriday Night!\n**FRIDAY\, AUGUST 23**\n6 – 8 PM\nPrimo Cubano & PM Salsa\nSalsa Dance with Lesson\nfmi: https://primocubano.com/index.html \nSaturday!\n**SATURDAY AUGUST 24**\n2:30 – 4 PM\nDanza Latina\nSalsa\, Bachata & Kizomba with Beginner Lessons\nfmi: http://www.danzalatina2015.com \n4:30 – 6 PM\nPortland Swing Project\nSwing Dance feat. Tom Whitehead & the Rites of Swing\nfmi: https://www.portlandswingproject.com \n6:30 – 8 PM\nNew Moon Ensemble\nWest African Dance & Drumming Performance & Community Dance Lesson\nfmi: https://embodytherhythm.com/new-moon-ensemble/ \n  \nNo experience necessary. Join us for a mix of performance\, lessons and open dancing!
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/portland-social-dance-festival/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190816T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190816T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20190606T011752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190606T011752Z
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SUMMARY:Portland Swing Project feat. Imperial Hot Club
DESCRIPTION:Join Portland Swing Project for live music and swing dancing in the Square! This month\, Imperial Hot Club will perform\, featuring guest fiddler Gabe Terracciano. \nPortland Swing Project spreads the appreciation of swing music and dance through weekly classes and events for all levels of experience. We teach\, dance\, perform and provide live and DJ’d music to venues throughout Maine. Absolute beginners welcome\, no partner needed. \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/portland-swing-project-feat-imperial-hot-club/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190802T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190802T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20190606T005252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190606T005252Z
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SUMMARY:Ikirenga cy'Intore
DESCRIPTION:Join Ikirenga cy’Intore for a free concert on First Friday in August in Congress Square!\n\n\n \n\n\nIkirenga cy’Intore is a local Portland dancing and drumming group performing the traditional dances of Rwanda. The choreography depicts scenes of hunting\, fishing and other activities while wearing traditional costumes and moving to the rhythms being created on handmade drums. \n\n\n \n\n\nChristielle Mutoniwase started the group in 2015 to perform at cultural events and weddings and there are now ten members who invite others to sample the ancient dances at many different venues.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/ikirenga-cyintore/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190730T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190730T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20190416T160449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T130314Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Zumba Fitness Class
DESCRIPTION:***90*F weather and a fitness class at high noon don’t mix. We’ve cancelled this class due to high temperatures. Join us next week when the heat wave breaks!***\n  \nCome break a sweat in Congress Square Park with a Zumba class taught by Kristin Sutton of Avant Dance Studio. Donations are encouraged – pay what you can! Suggested donation of $5-10. Expect to dance for 45 minutes. \nZumba involves dance and aerobic movements performed to energetic music. The choreography incorporates hip-hop\, soca\, samba\, salsa\, merengue and mambo. Squats and lunges are also included. \nAll ages and abilities welcome! \n  \nZumba in the Square is a series! Join us for 45-minute classes every Tuesday at noon from June 11 through August 27.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/zumba-fitness-class-2019-06-18-2019-07-30/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190723T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190723T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T045339
CREATED:20190416T160449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T132731Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Zumba Fitness Class
DESCRIPTION:***This event has been cancelled due to rain. Catch them next week!*** \n  \nCome break a sweat in Congress Square Park with a Zumba class taught by Kristin Sutton of Avant Dance Studio. Donations are encouraged – pay what you can! Suggested donation of $5-10. Expect to dance for 45 minutes. \nZumba involves dance and aerobic movements performed to energetic music. The choreography incorporates hip-hop\, soca\, samba\, salsa\, merengue and mambo. Squats and lunges are also included. \nAll ages and abilities welcome! \n  \nZumba in the Square is a series! Join us for 45-minute classes every Tuesday at noon from June 11 through August 27.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/zumba-fitness-class-2019-06-18-2019-07-23/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Play
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