Friends of Congress Square Park
The premier urban park in the heart of Portland’s vibrant Arts District. The park features local art installations, community events, free wifi and more!
A non-instructional drawing group with a live model. Free to all, though donations to the model are greatly appreciated. All skill levels welcome. BYO easel and supplies, though some drawing pads and charcoal pencils are available.
Non-instructional, free, open to all levels and a safe space for all. BYO drums, although some will be available to share.
Celebrate the start of the 2022 season with us! The Ideal Maine Social Aid & Sanctuary Band will make an appearance, plus we'll have food by Fred's Fried Dough, Plot Twist Pretzels, and La Fritanga! Come by, meet your neighbors, grab a bite to eat, and get excited. Plus, from 11am - noon we'll have …
Free Tai Chi Chih/Qigong classes will be taught in Congress Square Park May through September. All classes will occur twice weekly -- on Tuesays from 9:15 until 10:15 am and Wednesdays from 10 until 11 am, led by Sara Leonard. Old pros and those who have just started practice, as well as curious bystanders of …
Free Tai Chi Chih/Qigong classes will be taught in Congress Square Park May through September. All classes will occur twice weekly -- on Tuesays from 9:15 until 10:15 am and Wednesdays from 10 until 11 am, led by Sara Leonard. Old pros and those who have just started practice, as well as curious bystanders of …
Join us for a special screening of Citizen Jane: Battle for the City. Writer and urban activist Jane Jacobs fights to save historic New York City during the ruthless redevelopment era of urban planner Robert Moses in the 1960s. This event is sponsored by Portland Downtown as a kickoff for Jane's Walk, happening statewide on …
Come play! Chess boards and pieces provided, but please feel free to bring your own. All levels welcome. Chess in the Park happens every Saturday starting at 11am till about 1pm.
Congress Square Market is back -- Mother's Day Edition! This open-air shopping experience features local makers and artists as well as plenty of food options. Makers: The Milk Bottle Roots and Co. Nava Embroidery Merry Meeting Kitchen The Cultivated Thread Portraits As You Pass Lin Snow Tenderly Bound Books Scrambled Egg Shop Myles' World of …
Free Tai Chi Chih/Qigong classes will be taught in Congress Square Park May through September. All classes will occur twice weekly -- on Tuesays from 9:15 until 10:15 am and Wednesdays from 10 until 11 am, led by Sara Leonard. Old pros and those who have just started practice, as well as curious bystanders of …
Networking for the pups! Bring your friendly, leashed canine to Congress Square Park the second Tuesday of every month from 12 to 1 to meet other four-legged locals. Wagamuffin, a local maker of organic and plant-based dog treats, will be on-site selling snacks and goodies for your hairy best friend! Thank you for practicing good …