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!
Nevaeh Dance Circus is an innovative, creative and talented group of performance artists based out of Western Maine. Nevaeh combines modern forms of Dance Theater with both traditional and contemporary circus arts.
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. The Way …
Join MOFF and Sterling Rope Company, Inc. for a 70-minute program of climbing, conservation and other outdoor sports short films at Congress Square Park. Date: Sunday, September 2, 2018 Time: Films begin 30 minutes after sunset (about 8:00PM) Cost: Free with donations go toward Teens To Trails. TOTAL RUNNING TIME: 60 minutes There will also …
STEP is the true-life story of a girls’ high-school step team against the background of the heart of Baltimore. These young women learn to laugh, love and thrive – on and off the stage – even when the world seems to work against them. Empowered by their teachers, teammates, counselors, coaches and families, they chase their …
Choro Louco is back by popular demand! Brazilian Choro has been around for over a hundred years, but in this country itĘĽs virtually unknown. David Grisman, Mike Marshall and a handful of others have helped introduce the music and the musicians to a larger audience, but itĘĽs still largely under the radar of most music …
Join Somali Mainer's Youth Network for an evening of community arts - from music and fashion to poetry and acting! Somali 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 …
Take an hour out of your busy week to enjoy a free Tai Chi Chih/Qigong class. Tai Chi Chih (pronounced tie chee cha) is like moving meditation. It consists of 19 movements and one posture. Tai Chi Chih creates an awareness of and influences dimensions of our being that are not part of traditional exercise programs. It's a non …
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 …
Drop by Congress Square Park during the September First Friday Art Walk to enjoy the soft, sublime melodies of Ostkust. Ostkust is Teresa Sosa and Danny Kelly. They play folk and old-time music, stripped-down to fundamentals. Teresa plays autoharp and bass guitar, and Danny plays guitar. Both members sing; this is the most important part …
Come see Dark Follies for their final outdoor show!! Dark 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. Celebrating their ten year …
