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SUMMARY:ArtVan! Art Projects for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Bring your kids\, friends and family to enjoy an outdoor art project\, accessible for all ages! Drop by to create spin art with paint and some imagination\, offered by ArtVan. \nThe ArtVan is a mobile arts therapy non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a creative and collaborative environment to encourage Youth who have little or no arts access to fully express their imaginations\, relationships and experiences within themselves\, among their peers and across our communities. \nArtVan’s hands-on projects allow people ample time\, materials\, and support to create and explore their ideas\, emotions\, beliefs\, dreams\, and curiosities through the creative process. You are encouraged to freely express feelings\, learn to work together\, help each other\, and discover new talents\, pride in accomplishments their neighborhoods and community. \n  \nArtVan will be in Congress Square Park two times this season! Come create art on July 20 and on August 17\, both days from 2 – 4 pm. \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/artvan-art-projects-for-kids/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Meet,Play
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SUMMARY:Portland Swing Project featuring Tom Whitehead's Rites of Swing
DESCRIPTION:Join Portland Swing Project for live music and swing dancing in the Square! This month\, Tom Whitehead’s Rites of Swing will perform. \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“Rites of Swing is lead by vocalist\, guitarist and pianist\, Tom Whitehead. The ensemble also features Michael Arciero on guitar\, Kris Day on upright bass and Don Whitney on drums\, with special guest Ellen Carlson on violin. The sound evokes the smooth\, acoustic feeling of Django Reinhardt’s gypsy jazz style\, but with a distinctly American flavor of vocal standards from the 20’s\, 30’s and 40’s.  \nWhitehead sings in a very mature\, improvisatory style that is greatly complimented by Arciero’s dynamic and virtuosic lead guitar playing. Day and Whitney provide a seamless and effortless rhythmic foundation that swings hard\, but is never overbearing. Carlson’s fiddle playing evokes the sophisticated swing of the great Stephan Grappelli along with the earthy grittiness of Vassar Clemens and Johnny Gimble. This group sails along like a Clipper Ship of a bygone era – smooth\, elegant\, powerful and a real joy to listen and dance to.“ \n  \nPortland Swing Project hosts swing dances in Congress Square Park every third Friday from May through August. \n  \n \n  \nSaveSave
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/portland-swing-project-featuring-tom-whiteheads-rites-of-swing/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Meet,Music
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SUMMARY:Falafel Mafia Food Truck
DESCRIPTION:Falafel Mafia is a Maine based food truck and catering company specializing in Falafel pita pockets and other Middle Eastern cuisine. They aim to support local farms while making creative and delicious food\, much of which is vegetarian or vegan. And they’ll be in Congress Square Park regularly throughout the season! Check out our calendar to see which events will feature their cuisine. \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/falafel-mafia-food-truck-20/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Relax
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180725T200000
DTSTAMP:20180420T044430Z
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SUMMARY:Falafel Mafia Food Truck
DESCRIPTION:Falafel Mafia is a Maine based food truck and catering company specializing in Falafel pita pockets and other Middle Eastern cuisine. They aim to support local farms while making creative and delicious food\, much of which is vegetarian or vegan. And they’ll be in Congress Square Park regularly throughout the season! Check out our calendar to see which events will feature their cuisine. \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/falafel-mafia-food-truck-21/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Relax
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SUMMARY:Falafel Mafia Food Truck
DESCRIPTION:Falafel Mafia is a Maine based food truck and catering company specializing in Falafel pita pockets and other Middle Eastern cuisine. They aim to support local farms while making creative and delicious food\, much of which is vegetarian or vegan. And they’ll be in Congress Square Park regularly throughout the season! Check out our calendar to see which events will feature their cuisine. \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/falafel-mafia-food-truck-22/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Relax
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180729T110000
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SUMMARY:"The Way We Move" Accessible Interactive Circus Arts
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to add some whimsy to your life? This accessible circus and flow arts program can help you learn a new skill while having lots of fun. Learn from trained professionals who have experience helping people of all skill and ability levels discover the amazing world of circus and flow arts. \nThe Way We Move is an interactive flow arts/circus program for children and adults with disabilities\, and anyone else who wants to participate. This interactive activity will allow children and adults to explore different Flow and Circus arts in their own accessible way. There will be multiple types of props and movement activities for people to try out and play around with. \nPeople of all ages and abilities are encouraged to come and explore their flow.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/the-way-we-move-accessible-interactive-circus-arts-3/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play
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SUMMARY:Tai Chi Chih & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Take an hour out of your busy week to enjoy a free Tai Chi Chih/Qigong class. \nTai Chi Chih (pronounced tie chee cha) is like moving meditation. It consists of 19 movements and one posture. \nTai Chi Chih creates an awareness of and influences dimensions of our being that are not part of traditional exercise programs. It’s a non martial form of Tai Chi that increases the life force or vital energy that flows through us and all things in the universe. Various studies from Harvard Medical School and UCLA cite the many benefits of regular practice. \nClasses will be taught by Raymond Reid or Sara Leonard. \n  \nTai Chi Chih/Qigong classes will be taught in Congress Square Park in May through October\, excepting July. All classes will occur weekly on Wednesdays from 10 until 11 am.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/tai-chi-chih-qigong-2/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180803T200000
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CREATED:20180528T162811Z
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SUMMARY:Fishin' Ships Food Truck
DESCRIPTION:Fishin’ Ships Food Truck starts with a classic street food that pays tribute to Portland’s historic fishing industry – fish and chips! Then\, they break the mold of what is traditionally considered fish and chips by offering craft beer batters made with gourmet ingredients. Look forward to a perfected classic\, and twists like a basil and thai chili battered fish\, prepared in Bissell Brothers Substance beer batter or a curry and onion battered fish\, fried in Allagash White beer batter. A rotating menu of lighter fare options include fish tacos\, fish sliders\, and ceviche. All fish comes from local waters and all beer batters are made with Maine made beer! \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/fishin-ships-food-truck-7/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Relax
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SUMMARY:Discovering Abilities in the Garden: Celebration!
DESCRIPTION:Calling garden and art lovers of all ages!\nThis event is a celebration and showcase of what the “Discovering Abilities in the Garden” program participants created and learned. \n  \nBackground: Discovering Abilities\nIn July-August 2018\, three UNE graduate students are running a FREE intergenerational garden and art experience in Congress Square Park. We’ll be digging in the garden\, making art with natural materials\, and exploring mindfulness while making a mark on the public space! Activities include decorating a NEW raised bed in the park\, propagating herbs from the Reiche school garden\, creating mandala sun-catchers\, and making herb butter. \nKids\, elders\, and all ages in between can engage in these horticultural therapy activities that beautify our park and build community. \nOpen to all ages and abilities. Come for one night\, or all 4! \nEvent times: Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:30PM July 12th\, 19th\, 26th and August 2nd. \n  \nFor more information\, please contact Corey Carmichael at ccarmichael@une.edu or (207) 450-5021. \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/discovering-abilities-in-the-garden-celebration/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180808T110000
DTSTAMP:20180807T132332Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Tai Chi Chih & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:**This session of Tai Chi Chih has been cancelled due to the hot weather! Stay cool folks!**\nTake an hour out of your busy week to enjoy a free Tai Chi Chih/Qigong class. \nTai Chi Chih (pronounced tie chee cha) is like moving meditation. It consists of 19 movements and one posture. \nTai Chi Chih creates an awareness of and influences dimensions of our being that are not part of traditional exercise programs. It’s a non martial form of Tai Chi that increases the life force or vital energy that flows through us and all things in the universe. Various studies from Harvard Medical School and UCLA cite the many benefits of regular practice. \nClasses will be taught by Raymond Reid or Sara Leonard. \n  \nTai Chi Chih/Qigong classes will be taught in Congress Square Park in May through October\, excepting July. All classes will occur weekly on Wednesdays from 10 until 11 am.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/tai-chi-chih-qigong-2-2018-08-08/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180808T200000
DTSTAMP:20180420T044743Z
CREATED:20180420T044743Z
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SUMMARY:Falafel Mafia Food Truck
DESCRIPTION:Falafel Mafia is a Maine based food truck and catering company specializing in Falafel pita pockets and other Middle Eastern cuisine. They aim to support local farms while making creative and delicious food\, much of which is vegetarian or vegan. And they’ll be in Congress Square Park regularly throughout the season! Check out our calendar to see which events will feature their cuisine. \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/falafel-mafia-food-truck-24/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Relax
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180815T200000
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CREATED:20180403T040757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180403T040757Z
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SUMMARY:Portland Intown Contra Dance featuring Dugan Murphy with Maivish
DESCRIPTION:In traditional New England social dancing\, everyone is welcome and no experience is needed. Every dance is taught and beginners or experienced dancers alike can jump right in during any dance. Come alone or bring a friend! \nTonight\, Dugan Murphy will be teaching dances\, and Maivish will be playing music. Hailing from here in Portland\, Maine\, Murphy is a nationally acclaimed contra dance caller\, teaching with clarity and joy. Maivish explores the landscape of time-honored melodies and songs\, and comes home along new pathways\, making music with vibrant energy and delight. Gathering traditions from the British Isles\, Ireland and America with a mix of original compositions\, their performance is infused with lush vocal harmonies\, inspired interplay\, and captivating spirit. At its core\, the group is a collaboration between American fiddler Jaige Trudel and British born guitarist Adam Broome who have been performing together as a duo for over a decade. Maivish frequently includes Matthew Olwell on flutes\, bodhrán\, and percussive dance. \nPortland Intown Contra Dance enriches lives and cultivates a vibrant community through dance. They gather every Thursday night for zesty\, joyful dancing on the peninsula in Portland\, Maine. To find out more\, visit portlandintowncontradance.com. \n  \nPortland Intown Contra Dance will host evenings of dance every third Wednesday from June through September from 6 until 8pm in Congress Square Park. \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/portland-intown-contra-dance-featuring-dugan-murphy-with-maivish/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Meet,Music,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180817T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180817T200000
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SUMMARY:Portland Swing Project featuring The Bailsmen
DESCRIPTION:Join Portland Swing Project for live music and swing dancing in the Square! This month\, The Bailsmen will perform. \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“Brooklyn’s The Bailsmen play Jazz and Vintage Swing. With over 200 events and concerts a year\, The Bailsmen are New York’s busiest jazz band. Mixing French bistro\, New Orleans dance party\, and New York sophistication\, the Bailsmen have been inspired by Django Reinhardt\, Louis Armstrong\, Duke Ellington\, and Sidney Bechet since 2011. \nIn the last 7 years\, the Bailsmen have expanded their repertoire to include original compositions and modern adaptations of classic French and American jazz and swing tunes\, as well as innovative takes on Django Reinhardt’s gypsy-inspired jazz. But no matter what they’re playing\, it’s hot.” \n  \nPortland Swing Project hosts swing dances in Congress Square Park every third Friday from May through August. \n  \n \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/portland-swing-project-featuring-the-bailsmen/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Meet,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180819T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180819T150000
DTSTAMP:20180528T170542Z
CREATED:20180528T170542Z
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SUMMARY:Flea Bites Food Truck Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Come to the park to enjoy an afternoon of live music and street food! This month\, four trucks will be featured\, and musicians TBA will perform. \nSponsored by Portland Flea-for-All. \n  \nFlea Bites is a series! Join us in Congress Square Park for the Food Truck Brunch on third Sundays June through October from 11am – 3pm every time.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/flea-bites-food-truck-brunch-3/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180823T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180823T220000
DTSTAMP:20180703T205537Z
CREATED:20180703T205433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180703T205537Z
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SUMMARY:Rolling Tapes Youth Film & Art Festival
DESCRIPTION:Rolling Tapes Short Film and Art Festival focuses on young filmmakers in Maine who are creating unconventional\, non-traditional or experimental work. The purpose of the festival is to give a platform to the young filmmaker whose work isn’t normally recognized. Our goal is to inspire young artists in Portland and throughout Maine to pursue their passion and talent\, and to cultivate community\, excitement and support for young local filmmakers. \nThis evening\, will be a short film screening as well as live music and poetry performed by local artists beforehand. \nSchedule\n8:00pm – The event will begin with live music\, spoken word and food provided by local food trucks\n8:30pm – The short film screenings will begin\n9:30pm – Q&A and artists talkback with filmmakers \nWho is behind Rolling Tapes?\nDaniel Kayamba is a Portland\, Maine-based filmmaker and photographer currently living in Chicago\, Illinois and studying film at Columbia College. He has been creating films and taking pictures since his Junior year of high school and has continued to pursue his passion ever since. He was born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and his family moved to America when h was 9 years-old hoping to seek a better life and more opportunities. He often takes inspiration from his own life experiences and a lot of his work revolves around his community and stories of the black condition through his eyes. As an artist\, he aims to tackle social issues with films and tell stories with universal themes and messages. He considers himself an experimental filmmaker and strives to distinguish his work from traditional and mainstream styles. \nHenry Spritz is a 17 year-old filmmaker from Portland\, Maine\, where he currently attends Waynflete School. He began filmmaking in eighth grade and since\, has become involved in the Maine film scene\, collaborating with other artists\, teaching workshops and screening his work locally. He not only directs\, writes and shoots his own films\, but also collaborates with local musicians to create the soundtracks in order to create a cohesive vision every time. His work often focuses on his home\, Portland\, Maine\, its conflicts\, its residents\, and their stories. With his films\, his goal is to create an emotional connection with the viewer and express a specific feeling rather than a traditional narrative. His film\, “Oldtown”\, has been screened in Portland\, New York and Miami. \nClaude Kirongozi is a Portland-based filmmaker and photographer. He was born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and has lived in the US for about 12 years. He says that Maine has played a huge role in his upbringing. Always interested in the process of creation\, he’s expressed his interest through everything from drawing to making small films with his friends. Film has helped him express his world views and communicate his ideas to others. His work focuses on the idea of being young and free. He also designs clothes with his brother\, through the clothing brand “Lacuna” (which means an “empty space” or “void”).
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/rolling-tapes-youth-film-art-festival/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Films,Meet,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180824T110000
DTSTAMP:20180806T184218Z
CREATED:20180403T025740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180806T184218Z
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SUMMARY:Tai Chi Chih & Qigong - Special Class!
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: The Wednesday\, August 15 class is canceled. Instead\, join us for an extra class on Friday\, August 24!\nTake an hour out of your busy week to enjoy a free Tai Chi Chih/Qigong class. \nTai Chi Chih (pronounced tie chee cha) is like moving meditation. It consists of 19 movements and one posture. \nTai Chi Chih creates an awareness of and influences dimensions of our being that are not part of traditional exercise programs. It’s a non martial form of Tai Chi that increases the life force or vital energy that flows through us and all things in the universe. Various studies from Harvard Medical School and UCLA cite the many benefits of regular practice. \nClasses will be taught by Raymond Reid or Sara Leonard. \n  \nTai Chi Chih/Qigong classes will be taught in Congress Square Park in May through October\, excepting July. All classes will occur weekly on Wednesdays from 10 until 11 am.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/tai-chi-chih-qigong-2-2018-08-15/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180825T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180825T130000
DTSTAMP:20180813T215131Z
CREATED:20180625T191424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180813T215131Z
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SUMMARY:Pure Barre Fitness Class
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to shake with Pure Barre Portland Owner\, Jamie Calenda\, at Pure Barre’s first ever outdoor pop up class! \nPure Barre is a high energy\, intense\, muscle-sculpting class comprised of low-impact exercises set to upbeat music. The class flows through a quick progression of small isometric movements designed to isolate your arms\, thighs\, seat\, and abs. Pure Barre is designed to work muscles to the point of fatigue and then stretch them out in order to achieve a stronger\, leaner physique. This class is for all ages and all fitness types. \nThe class is BYOM (bring your own mat) – all you need is your mat and some positive vibes and we will be ready to SHAKE. \n*Participants under the age of 18 will require guardian signature \n  \nAbout the instructor:\nJamie took her first Pure Barre class in Boston MA back in 2013 and there an epic love story began. The obsession as a client turned into passion when Jamie was selected to join the Pure Barre NYC Team in 2015 as an instructor. That heightened level of fulfillment felt by being a part of something that is so much more than just a workout is what led Jamie to walk away from her once “dream career” in Retail Buying and take the leap into entrepreneurship. Being able to bring the very first Pure Barre to the amazing state of Maine has been a complete honor and privilege for Jamie. Her class is high energy from start to finish and her goal is to make you legitimately want to murder her for what she is making you do… and for at least one person in the class to laugh out loud when she cracks a joke that really isn’t all that funny but she thinks is hilarious.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/pure-barre-fitness-class/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180826T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180826T110000
DTSTAMP:20180420T032233Z
CREATED:20180420T003813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180420T032233Z
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SUMMARY:"The Way We Move" Accessible Interactive Circus Arts
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to add some whimsy to your life? This accessible circus and flow arts program can help you learn a new skill while having lots of fun. Learn from trained professionals who have experience helping people of all skill and ability levels discover the amazing world of circus and flow arts. \nThe Way We Move is an interactive flow arts/circus program for children and adults with disabilities\, and anyone else who wants to participate. This interactive activity will allow children and adults to explore different Flow and Circus arts in their own accessible way. There will be multiple types of props and movement activities for people to try out and play around with. \nPeople of all ages and abilities are encouraged to come and explore their flow.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/the-way-we-move-accessible-interactive-circus-arts-4/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180902T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180902T110000
DTSTAMP:20180420T004002Z
CREATED:20180420T004002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180420T004002Z
UID:2466-1535882400-1535886000@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:"The Way We Move" Accessible Interactive Circus Arts
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to add some whimsy to your life? This accessible circus and flow arts program can help you learn a new skill while having lots of fun. Learn from trained professionals who have experience helping people of all skill and ability levels discover the amazing world of circus and flow arts. \nThe Way We Move is an interactive flow arts/circus program for children and adults with disabilities\, and anyone else who wants to participate. This interactive activity will allow children and adults to explore different Flow and Circus arts in their own accessible way. There will be multiple types of props and movement activities for people to try out and play around with. \nPeople of all ages and abilities are encouraged to come and explore their flow.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/the-way-we-move-accessible-interactive-circus-arts-5/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180906T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180906T200000
DTSTAMP:20180823T173716Z
CREATED:20180528T190825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T173716Z
UID:2638-1536256800-1536264000@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Somali Mainer's Youth Network's Community Arts Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join Somali Mainer’s Youth Network for an evening of community arts – from music and fashion to poetry and acting! \nSomali Mainer’s Youth Network’s mission is to bring unity and awareness through the Somali community by empowering youth\, getting both parents and youth involved in and aware of what goes on around their community. Through workshops\, community service\, and local events\, they aspire to unite Somali Youth and give them opportunities to break the language barrier\, gain educational opportunities\, and engage as citizens of Portland. Finally\, they give youth space where they can talk about issues around youth living in between two different cultures. They hope to educate the Somali youth in Southern Maine about the importance of having an education and how the choices they make a difference back home in Somalia.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/somali-mainers-youth-networks-community-arts-showcase/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Act,Art,Dance,Meet,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180907T110000
DTSTAMP:20180904T184300Z
CREATED:20180904T184300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T184300Z
UID:3127-1536314400-1536318000@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Tai Chi Chih & Qigong
DESCRIPTION:Take an hour out of your busy week to enjoy a free Tai Chi Chih/Qigong class. \nTai Chi Chih (pronounced tie chee cha) is like moving meditation. It consists of 19 movements and one posture. \nTai Chi Chih creates an awareness of and influences dimensions of our being that are not part of traditional exercise programs. It’s a non martial form of Tai Chi that increases the life force or vital energy that flows through us and all things in the universe. Various studies from Harvard Medical School and UCLA cite the many benefits of regular practice. \nClasses will be taught by Raymond Reid or Sara Leonard. \n  \nTai Chi Chih/Qigong classes will be taught in Congress Square Park in May through October\, excepting July. All classes will occur weekly on Wednesdays from 10 until 11 am. This class is an additional\, make-up class.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/tai-chi-chih-qigong-3/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play,Relax
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180907T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180907T200000
DTSTAMP:20180420T045431Z
CREATED:20180420T045431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180420T045431Z
UID:2540-1536343200-1536350400@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Falafel Mafia Food Truck
DESCRIPTION:Falafel Mafia is a Maine based food truck and catering company specializing in Falafel pita pockets and other Middle Eastern cuisine. They aim to support local farms while making creative and delicious food\, much of which is vegetarian or vegan. And they’ll be in Congress Square Park regularly throughout the season! Check out our calendar to see which events will feature their cuisine. \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/falafel-mafia-food-truck-29/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Relax
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180907T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180907T210000
DTSTAMP:20180823T173913Z
CREATED:20180403T001849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T173913Z
UID:2099-1536351300-1536354000@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Final Dark Follies Show!
DESCRIPTION:Come see Dark Follies for their final outdoor show!! \nDark Follies is an award winning vaudeville style variety show based in Portland\, Maine. Family friendly while still keeping an edge\, Dark Follies features the live music of the Dark Follies Rhythm Orchestra\, dancing\, juggling\, side show acts\, fire performers and more. \nCelebrating their ten year anniversary\, this year Dark Follies is showcasing performers who have shared the stage with the troupe over the past decade of their history as street performers in Portland. \n  \n  \n \nSaveSave \nSaveSave
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/dark-follies-2-2018-09-07/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Act,Dance,Meet,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180916T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180916T150000
DTSTAMP:20180528T170653Z
CREATED:20180528T170653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180528T170653Z
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SUMMARY:Flea Bites Food Truck Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Come to the park to enjoy an afternoon of live music and street food! This month\, four trucks will be featured\, and musicians TBA will perform. \nSponsored by Portland Flea-for-All. \n  \nFlea Bites is a series! Join us in Congress Square Park for the Food Truck Brunch on third Sundays June through October from 11am – 3pm every time.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/flea-bites-food-truck-brunch-4/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180919T200000
DTSTAMP:20180403T041352Z
CREATED:20180403T041352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180403T041352Z
UID:2338-1537380000-1537387200@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Portland Intown Contra Dance featuring Shari Shakti with Emily\, Glen & Julie
DESCRIPTION:In traditional New England social dancing\, everyone is welcome and no experience is needed. Every dance is taught and beginners or experienced dancers alike can jump right in during any dance. Come alone or bring a friend! \nTonight\, Shari Shakti will be teaching dances\, and Emily\, Glen & Julie will be playing music. Shakti’s teaching is joyful and caring. Emily Troll\, Glen Loper and Julie Vallimont\, all nationally acclaimed folk performers\, collaborate this evening to get you dancing! \nPortland Intown Contra Dance enriches lives and cultivates a vibrant community through dance. They gather every Thursday night for zesty\, joyful dancing on the peninsula in Portland\, Maine. To find out more\, visit portlandintowncontradance.com. \n  \nPortland Intown Contra Dance will host evenings of dance every third Wednesday from June through September from 6 until 8pm in Congress Square Park. \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/portland-intown-contra-dance-featuring-shari-shakti-with-emily-glen-julie/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Meet,Music,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180922T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180922T210000
DTSTAMP:20180922T141840Z
CREATED:20180814T174744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180922T141840Z
UID:3031-1537635600-1537650000@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Waking Windows Festival
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that Waking Windows is coming back to Portland – and Congress Square Park! – for a fourth year! \nIn Congress Square Park\, join us from 5-9pm for a free concert with a line up that will take us on a journey through genres: \n5 – 5:40 PM – Maine Marimba Ensemble\n5:45 – 6:15 PM – Kristen Stake & id m theftable\n6:20 – 6:55 – Lunch Cult\n7:15 – 7:55 PM – Clay Camero & the County Line Bandits\n8:15 – 9 PM – Sabouyouma \nA full schedule with information for all venues is available in this week’s edition of the Phoenix. Check out Facebook\, too\, for updates! \nThe 2017 festival featured 100+ bands\, authors\, artists\, comedians\, thinkers\, and a diverse mix of special programs in 17 venues across Bayside and Congress St. We’re deep in the throes of planning a 2018 festival that will be just as grand\, intense\, and beautiful. \nFMI: www.facebook.com/WakingWindows \nTickets available at all Bull Moose locations and online: www.wakingwindows.com
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/waking-windows-festival-2/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180923T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180923T160000
DTSTAMP:20180823T201305Z
CREATED:20180823T201003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T201305Z
UID:3108-1537711200-1537718400@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Community Event: Concert Across America to End Gun Violence
DESCRIPTION:On September 23\, 2018\, Concert Across America will remember the victims of America’s gun violence epidemic with a series of more than 180 live concert events from coast to coast. \nJoin us in Congress Square Park for an afternoon with musicians and speakers from Maine’s community. Performers TBA. \nIf you are interested in performing at the event\, contact Sea Change Chorale for more information. The event is co- sponsored by the Maine Gun Safety Coalition\, Sea Change Chorale and the Friends of Congress Square Park. \nFor more information about the national event\, visit concertacrossamerica.org ; also visit the Portland event page at www.facebook.com/CAAportlandme/.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/community-event-concert-across-america-to-end-gun-violence/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181014T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181014T180000
DTSTAMP:20181002T175003Z
CREATED:20180823T201942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181002T175003Z
UID:3111-1539532800-1539540000@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Pumpkins in the Square
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 4th annual Pumpkins in the Square! Friends of Congress Square Park is welcoming Fall and celebrating a successful 2018 season with: \nLive folk music with Liz & Dan Faiella! \nPumpkin carving and decoration/painting – with a contest! BYO pumpkin or pay what you can for one at the event (suggested donation $10 per pumpkin). Prizes will be awarded for the most creative pumpkins. Judges will be artists from Bomb Diggity Arts. \nDonuts and cider! \nFace painting and mask making with ArtVan! \nEngineering Pumpkin Boats Challenge with The Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine! Test out different pumpkins and gourdes to make boats. Stay and explore! Open to all ages. \nFun for the whole family. Made possible with support from Spinnaker Trust. \n  \n  \n\n\n \n        
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/pumpkins-in-the-square-4/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Dance,Meet,Music,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181021T150000
DTSTAMP:20181019T165703Z
CREATED:20180528T170748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181019T165703Z
UID:2620-1540119600-1540134000@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Flea Bites Food Truck Brunch
DESCRIPTION:*Cancelled due to cold weather and high winds. See you next season!*\nCome to the park to enjoy an afternoon of live music and street food! This month\, four trucks will be featured\, and musicians TBA will perform. \nSponsored by Portland Flea-for-All. \n  \nFlea Bites is a series! Join us in Congress Square Park for the Food Truck Brunch on third Sundays June through October from 11am – 3pm every time.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/flea-bites-food-truck-brunch-5/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20181025T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20181025T183000
DTSTAMP:20180904T183110Z
CREATED:20180904T183110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T183110Z
UID:3125-1540488600-1540492200@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Thriller Throwdown
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 6th 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\n\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\n\n\n  \nIf you want to participate in the Thriller performance:\n\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-2/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Meet,Play
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