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SUMMARY:Silent Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to introvert happy hour! Join others who love books every 1st Monday in Congress Square Park throughout the season. Bring a book you’d like to enjoy\, talk with others who love books (if you wish)\, and simply enjoy the ambiance of the Square while reading with others. \n“There’s no assigned reading at Silent Book Club. SBC can happen over coffee\, over lunch\, long distance\, on Instagram\, and in person once a month in more than 40 cities around the world. SBC is about treating yourself. Sitting in a bar with a book. Reading in companionable silence with a friend. Interlacing gossip with recommended authors. And never worrying if you haven’t finished the book.” \nSilent Book Club meets in Congress Square Park every 1st Monday of the month May through September from 5:30 until 7:30pm. \n  \n \nSaveSave \nSaveSave \nSaveSave \nSaveSave
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/silent-book-club/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Read
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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/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180505T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180505T200000
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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/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Relax
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180505T200000
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CREATED:20180403T003238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180403T003238Z
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SUMMARY:Sound & Fury presents "Romeo & Juliet"
DESCRIPTION:Sound and Fury presents: Romeo and Juliet – Shakespeare’s famous comedy-turned-tragedy. Their company mission is to tell honest and accessible stories using Shakespeare’s text. In this play\, Sound & Fury sees the truths in the struggles that we have all faced\, especially as teenagers. \n*Content warning: themes of depression\, violence\, and suicide. \nIf you miss this performance\, note that Sound & Fury will host additional performances in early May:\nFriday 5/4 – North St. Park\nSunday 5/6 – Quill Books & Beverage (4PM show)\nThursday 5/10\, Friday 5/11\, Saturday 5/12 – New Fruit Arts Collective \n \nFMI: See the Facebook event
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/sound-fury-presents-romeo-juliet/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Act,Meet
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180505T120000
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SUMMARY:Check Mates! Chess
DESCRIPTION:The Check Mates! is a casual community chess club for everyone! All ages and experience levels welcome. Come for just a game or stay for as long as you like. \nUse one of 10 new Weighted Tournament Style chess sets to play a game with a friend or a neighbor you don’t yet know. \n*This event is weather permitting. If it gets too cold\, Check Mates! will meet at the nearby Coffee by Design on Congress Street.* \n\n\n\nCheck Mates! Chess meets weekly in Congress Square Park every Saturday morning from 9 am until noon from May through October.\n\n\n\nThanks to SPACE Gallery\, The Friends of Congress Square Park and YES Books for making this series possible.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/check-mates-chess/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play,Relax
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180504T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180504T210000
DTSTAMP:20180403T001849Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Follies
DESCRIPTION: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. \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. \nDark Follies will perform in Congress Square Park every First Friday Art Walk through October. Enjoy them again and again! \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/dark-follies-2/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Act,Dance,Meet,Play
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180504T190000
DTSTAMP:20180503T164650Z
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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-30/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Relax
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SUMMARY:Portland Ovations presents "En Masse"
DESCRIPTION:During May’s First Friday Art Walk\, join Daniel Bernard Roumain in Monument Square around 5 p.m.\, then follow him and myriad musicians from performance to performance down Congress Street to Congress Square Park. There\, witness a massive community jam session led by DBR\, featuring over 40 musicians! \n“Daniel Bernard Roumain—innovative composer\, thrilling violinist\, and fierce arts advocate—returns to Portland for an expansive musical spectacle that is part flash mob and part processional. Celebrating music and community\, En Masse features an array of Maine musicians of all ages with Roumain as maestro and pied piper\, leading a musical parade through the Arts District from Monument Square down Congress Street\, culminating in a community jam in Congress Square Park. Known for his signature violin sounds infused with a myriad of electronic and urban music influences\, DBR takes his genre bending beyond the stage and into the streets.” \nFMI: See the Facebook event \n \n 
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/portland-ovations-presents-en-masse/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180503T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180503T110000
DTSTAMP:20180403T031250Z
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SUMMARY:Chase the Chill: Knitting in Public
DESCRIPTION:Chase the Chill: Knitting in Public is a casual hand-crafts group that meets weekly in the Square. If you’re a knitter or crocheter\, gather with others to create craft and community each week! \n*This event is weather-permitting. Should rain or inclement weather occur\, the group will likely meet in the Reiche School Community Room.* \n  \nKnitting in Public is hosted in Congress Square Park weekly every Thursday from 9:30 until 11 am May through September.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/chase-the-chill-knitting-in-public/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play,Relax
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180502T110000
DTSTAMP:20180412T032427Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180412T032427Z
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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/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play
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SUMMARY:Temporary Art by Athena Lynch
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Congress Square Park has partnered with the Maine College of Art during our 2018 season to feature temporary student artist work. Athena C. Lynch is the first artist in the series. Her work\, “REQUIEMS TO SEPIA EXISTENCE”\, will be on view in Congress Square Park from April 25 through May 5\, 2018. \nTo learn more about this partnership\, see our blog post. \n  \nREQUIEMS TO SEPIA EXISTENCE\nREQUIEMS TO SEPIA EXISTENCE is in homage of Tamir Rice\, 12 and Aiyana Jones\, 7\, who were both victims of police shootings. The piece will lay in state for 9 days* in illustration of the length of time (9 hrs) taken for Tamir to receive medical attention after being shot. Aiyana’s time was much shorter and therefore fit within his time frame. This installation is confronting the violence and lack of empathy towards African Americans locally\, as well as\, nationally. Systemic racial disparities that perpetuate said indifference and\, in some instances\, fueled violence towards that community. This work is a calling to SEE US! See us as human beings\, not just as an outline of who we used to be. \n*Initial time frame was for 9 days (April 25 through May 3\, 2018)\, but deinstallation has been extended to May 5 in order to be on display for First Friday \n  \n     \nArtist Statement\n“I never categorized myself as a political artist. However\, due to the political and social climate of late\, that changed. My work has been about social-isms. Specifically\, being black and how that skin is viewed in society. My work conjures visceral reactions that speak to the climate of the world on both a local and national scale. \nI let the narrative tell me how it desires to be illustrated. To me\, my art serves as the voice of my ancestors speaking through me and guiding my hands. I feel it is my responsibility to tell those stories. My passion is education and I take up that charge of informing youth and even peers who simply aren’t aware. The best way to describe who I am as an artist and a black woman in the present climate of America can be articulated by two artists I look up to: \n‘To be a negro in this country and be relatively conscious is to be in a rage almost all the time.‘ – James Baldwin \n‘I choose to reflect the times and situations in which I find myself. That is my duty. And at this crucial time in our lives\, when everything is so desperate\, when every day is a matter of survival\, I don’t think you can help but be involved.‘ – Nina Simone” \n– Athena Lynch\, 2018 \n  \n \n  \nArtist Biography\nAthena C. Lynch was born and raised in New Jersey where she was constantly surrounded by creativity. Her mother was an artist and fashion designer. That\, along with her appreciation for multiculturalism\, are what influence her work today. Currently residing in Richmond\, Maine\, Athena is a student at Maine College of Art in Portland. There she is pursuing a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Sculpture and eventually a Master of Arts in Teaching for art education. \nSaveSave
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/temporary-art-by-athena-lynch/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180421T140000
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SUMMARY:Event Volunteer Information Session & Orientation!
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to have a positive impact on our city and community?\nAre you interested in getting to know your neighbors?\nWould you like to volunteer while attending fun events you’re interested in?\nWant to feel like you’re a part of growing something special? \nBecome an Event Ambassador with Friends of Congress Square Park!\nWe’re seeking folks who would like to represent FoCSP at four or more events of your choosing from May through October throughout the 2018 season. You would be the host of the events\, greeting the artists and performers\, making announcements to kick off the evening\, and being present for the duration of the event to mingle\, share information on FoCSP\, and ensure a successful event. \n  \n\nWant to learn more?\nJoin us in Congress Square Park Saturday\, April 21st or Saturday\, April 28th from 1 until 2pm for an information session and orientation. While munching on snacks\, we’ll provide an overview of the role\, give you a tour of the park’s amenities\, and answer any questions you have. Bring your calendar to sign up for volunteer spots! \n  \nIf you cannot make it to either orientation and are interested in volunteering\, let us know by sending us a note here. \nQuestions? Contact Dela Murphy\, Executive Director\, at dela@congresssquarepark.org.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/event-volunteer-information-session-orientation/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20180421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20180421T120000
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SUMMARY:Let's Clean Up the Square!
DESCRIPTION:Join us the morning of April 21 from 9am until noon for a park clean up morning! We’ll clean off the winter grime and prepare the park for a season of spectacular events and some Spring gardening. \nDrop in any time. Dress in comfortable layers\, in clothing you don’t mind getting a bit dirty. Note that the morning may end prior to noon\, so we recommend arriving earlier\, if possible. \n  \nAdditional volunteer days early in the season include:\n– Saturday\, April 28 from 9am until noon: Gardening & Park Set Up Morning!\n– Saturday\, June 2 from 9am until noon: Moveable Planter Gardening & Painting Morning! \n  \nEmail Dela Murphy\, Executive Director\, with questions at dela@congresssquarepark.org.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/lets-clean-up-the-square/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20171229T150000
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SUMMARY:Chase the Chill Mitten Tree!
DESCRIPTION:Share the Warmth! Chase the Chill knitting group is hosting a Mitten Tree this season in Congress Square Park. \nThe tree will be home to donated Winter items – mittens\, scarves\, hates\, etc. – which will be hung in the park the morning of Friday\, December 29th. Folks in need are free to take what they need until around 3PM that day\, at which time all leftover items will be collected and donated to the American Legion. \nTo be a part of the goodness\, bring your donations – hats\, scarves\, mittens\, slippers\, etc. for men\, women and kids – knitted or crocheted to the Reiche Community Room\, upstairs on Clark Street\, between 8-10 a.m. Monday-Thursday preceding the event. \nFor up to date information on this event\, tune in to the Chase the Chill Facebook page.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/chase-chill-mitten-tree/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20171201T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20171201T180000
DTSTAMP:20171109T175534Z
CREATED:20171109T175534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171109T175534Z
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SUMMARY:World AIDS Day Candle Lit Vigil
DESCRIPTION:Join Frannie Peabody Center along with a special presentation from Lumenarrt as we remember those we’ve lost and show support for those living with HIV/AIDS. Battery operated candles will be available when you arrive at Congress Square Park. \nThis year’s World AIDS Day coincides with Portland’s First Friday Artwalk. Many community partners have generously donated their time and effort to pay tribute on this important day. For a full list of events\, visit www.peabodycenter.org/worldAIDSday
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/world-aids-day-candle-lit-vigil/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20171111T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20171111T150000
DTSTAMP:20171101T190018Z
CREATED:20171101T173705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171101T190018Z
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SUMMARY:Share the warmth! Winter Clothing Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:Chase the Chill knitting group is hosting a warm clothing giveaway this Veterans Day! \nDonated Winter items – mittens\, scarves\, hats\, etc. – will be hung in the park the morning of Saturday\, November 11th. Folks in need are free to take what they need until around 3PM that day\, at which time all leftover items will be collected and donated to the American Legion. \nTo be a part of the goodness\, bring your donations – hats\, scarves\, mittens\, slippers\, etc. for men\, women and kids – knitted or crocheted to the Reiche Community Room\, upstairs on Clark Street\, between 8-10 a.m. Monday-Thursday preceding the event. \nFor up to date information on this event\, tune in to the Chase the Chill Facebook page.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/share-warmth-winter-clothing-giveaway/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20171103T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20171103T190000
DTSTAMP:20171101T181820Z
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SUMMARY:Portland Culture Exchange Presents: The City of Portland\, ME
DESCRIPTION:AFRiCAN DUNDADA & The Portland Culture Exchange bring to you another great day to be in the Portland area. Come join us for some great art\, live music\, and comedy – and meet your neighbors. \nThe Portland Culture Exchange team will be kicking off some more community singing and dancing for you to join in as we celebrate The City Of Portland\, our city\, a beautiful and welcoming place with so much culture and love. Let’s celebrate who we are. Special live performance by some of your favorite local musicians Like Ben Shorr\, Distant Brothers\, Gold D\, LOC DAB\, Kid Calvin and more to come!
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/portland-culture-exchange-presents-city-portland/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20171028T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20171028T110000
DTSTAMP:20171018T213229Z
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SUMMARY:End of Season Gardening Day!
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Congress Square Park has had a fabulous season – and it’s almost time to put away the furniture\, replant the hydrangeas\, and celebrate! \nPlease join us Saturday\, October 28th from 9 – 11am in Congress Square Park for a morning of replanting and cleaning the park. \nShould you join us:\n– Dress in clothing you don’t mind getting a bit messy\, and will have you feeling comfortable working in 65*F weather.\n– Bring any supplies you think would help\, such as gloves\, spades\, outdoor brooms\, dust pans\, etc. We’ll have basic supplies like rakes\, shovels\, clippers\, and trash bags.\n– We’ll have water\, and we suggest bringing a refillable water bottle. \nAfterward\, please stay for a Volunteer Appreciation Celebration\, which will happen in the park from 11am – 1pm. We’ll have snacks\, games and camaraderie. \nWe’d love to have you join us. Look forward to seeing you there!
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/end-season-gardening-day/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20171026T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20171026T183000
DTSTAMP:20170911T205422Z
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SUMMARY:Thriller Throwdown
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 5th anniversary of the 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 last year’s 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 \n.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/thriller-throwdown/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Meet,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20171022T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20171022T150000
DTSTAMP:20171010T194947Z
CREATED:20170911T203829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171010T194947Z
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SUMMARY:Pumpkins in the Square
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 3rd annual Pumpkins in the Square! Help us celebrate a successful 2017 season with pumpkin carving\, hot cider\, Hi-Fi donuts\, and blue grass music with Shanna Underwood and the Wanderlost. \n\n\nBYOP or buy one at the event.  Prizes will be awarded for the best carved pumpkins. \n \n\n \n\nSaveSave
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/pumpkins-in-the-square-3/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20171011T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20171011T190000
DTSTAMP:20170409T024959Z
CREATED:20170409T024726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170409T024959Z
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SUMMARY:Swing Dance with Clyde Bisbee and The Wheelhouse Revelers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the final swing dance of the 2017 season with Clyde Bisbee and The Wheelhouse Revelers!  A 6-piece\, swing jazz & western swing dance band specializing in music from the golden era of jazz\, the 1920’s\, 30’s and 40’s. While many modern groups playing this style of music are decidedly “New Orleans\,” in flavor\, Clyde and the Wheelhouse Revelers approach the genre from the more northerly and western reaches. Their sound\, while eschewing any singular label\, has more of a west coast swing/western swing feel. Greats such as Louis Armstrong\, Bob Wills\, Billie Holiday\, Milton Brown\, Hank Williams and Louis Prima\, to name a few\, are in heavy rotation at their performances. Besides swing jazz and western swing\, a bit of 1940’s and early 50’s jump blues are on the menu as well as some original music in keeping with the era. \nwww.clydebisbee.com \n  \nPortland Swing Project is a local organization with a passion for swing music and dances of the 1920s to today. We teach\, dance\, perform and provide live and DJ’d swing music spanning a century to local venues. We’re also some of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet – we have a bunch of fun so come join us! For information on weekly classes and dances\, private lessons and special events\, check out www.portlandswingproject.com.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/swing-dance-clyde-bisbee-wheelhouse-revelers/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20171006T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20171006T193000
DTSTAMP:20170915T213158Z
CREATED:20170522T192448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170915T213158Z
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SUMMARY:Get into the rhythm:​ Music and Movement
DESCRIPTION:Join Spark Artist Collective for October First Friday Art Walk. \nThe Spark Artists Collective is a group of performers who bring music and creativity to all they encounter. In this event\, people will be invited to become the performers as they explore different movement arts and musical instruments. Instruments will be provided or make your own simple instrument to take home. \nDance\, make music or simply watch the performances!
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/get-rhythm%e2%80%8b-music-movement/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Dance,Music,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170930T200000
DTSTAMP:20170831T174717Z
CREATED:20170831T174630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170831T174717Z
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SUMMARY:Waking Windows Festival
DESCRIPTION:Featuring over 60 bands\, writers\, and comedians across multiple venues in East Bayside and Congress Street. On Saturday\, September 30\, performances will occur in Congress Square Park throughout the afternoon and evening. \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/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Meet,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170929T200000
DTSTAMP:20170831T173917Z
CREATED:20170831T173917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170831T173917Z
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SUMMARY:Downeast Soul Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Downeast Soul Coalition has been serving up a tasty and original blend of funk\, soul\, blues\, and R&B since 2012. At the core of DSC’s sound are relentless and danceable grooves\, strong vocals\, creative solos\, and a powerful horn section. The songlist includes originals and deep cuts that feature tight rhythms and tasteful improvisation. With high-energy performances and local radio airplay\, DSC moves audiences at clubs\, festivals\, and private events throughout Maine and beyond.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/downeast-soul-coalition-3/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170928T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170928T200000
DTSTAMP:20170906T164108Z
CREATED:20170829T211415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170906T164108Z
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SUMMARY:Hewnoaks Artist Colony Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our second annual Hewnoaks Showcase! \nArtists who have been in residence at the Hewnoaks Artist Colony on Kezar Lake will share recent work. Visual artists will display their work for sale\, with interactive demonstrations of their processes. Music will be played and writing will be shared. \n*This event was postponed to September 28th due to rain. It’s original date was September 6th.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/hewnoaks-artist-colony-showcase/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170928T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170928T130000
DTSTAMP:20170831T173542Z
CREATED:20170831T173530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170831T173542Z
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SUMMARY:Bandaloop (Vertical Dance)
DESCRIPTION:Portland Ovations goes beyond the proscenium with vertical dance pioneer Bandaloop. Seamlessly weaving together dynamic physicality\, intricate choreography\, and the art of climbing\, Bandaloop turns the dance floor on its side. The company’s unconventional venues run the gamut from the New York Stock Exchange and Seattle’s Space Needle to natural wonders like Yosemite’s El Capitan and majestic cliff faces in China. Together Ovations and Bandaloop scale new heights with free performances on the facades of two of Portland’s most iconic buildings. \nJoin Portland Ovations and Bandaloop Thursday\, September 28 in Congress Square Park & The Westin Portland Harborview Hotel starting at 12 PM. \n\nhttps://portlandovations.org/event/bandaloop/ \nSponsored by: The Westin Portland Harborview Hotel\, Preti Flaherty\, One City Center\, Dirigo Management Company \nSupported by: National Performance Network\, National Endowment for the Arts\, and NEFA \nSeason Media Sponsor: Maine Magazine\, Maine Home+Design Magazine\, and Old Port Magazine
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/bandaloop-vertical-dance/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170927T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170927T180000
DTSTAMP:20170913T002728Z
CREATED:20170913T002728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170913T002728Z
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SUMMARY:Tracing Favorites: A Portrait of Portland
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to Congress Square Park between 3-6pm Wednesday\, September 27th to tell a story of one of your favorite people\, experiences\, belongings – your favorite anything! – and have your portrait drawn while you do. Or\, create a portrait of a story teller by tracing their face while they joyfully share. \nThis interactive art exhibit will build throughout the day. Together\, we’ll create a huge “quilt” of just-made portraits of Portlanders\, exhibiting the diverse joy that’s been shared. \nNo “art skills” needed. No “story telling skills” needed. Just walk on up and trace a favorite! \nMeet your neighbors\, express yourself\, and join the tracing party! \n________________________________\nThis event is co-hosted by Dela Here\, Cincinati artist Gabrielle Lanza\, and Nina Williams.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/tracing-favorites-portrait-portland/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Meet,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170923T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170923T163000
DTSTAMP:20170912T200407Z
CREATED:20170912T200407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170912T200407Z
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SUMMARY:Portland Civic Design Fest in Congress Square Park
DESCRIPTION:September 23rd is Code for America‘s National Day of Civic Hacking\, when people around the country will gather to “hack” their cities in a positive way by working on creative and innovative solutions to community challenges. In the world of “civic hacking” the ideas that really make a positive impact always involve ordinary people. So no matter your skills or background\, you can make a difference! \nFancy an app for public art? Imagine a cooler parking sign?\nWhat if civic engagement was more than just surveys and hearings? If ordinary people put our imaginations together\, what could we build for our city? \nCome to the Portland Civic Design Fest on Sep 23rd! A day of free-spirited collaboration to design & launch new projects for our community. Free for all ages & skills – high-tech & low-tech projects encouraged! \nIn Congress Square Park\, between 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.\, you can: \n\nJoin in a fun brainstorm on what winter programming in Congress Square Park might look like this season!\nBuild a Musical Staircase!\nAnd listen to live music!\n\nThis event is hosted by the Portland Global Shapers Hub\, Maine Charitable Mechanic Association\, and Code for Maine. \nFor more information\, check out Portland Civic Design Fest.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/portland-civic-design-fest-congress-square-park/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170923T150000
DTSTAMP:20170912T195054Z
CREATED:20170912T195054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170912T195054Z
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SUMMARY:Mapping Your Portland
DESCRIPTION:Join the Portland Society for Architecture for a mapping exercise that provides citizens – by way of a blank map of Portland – the opportunity to express what they love\, don’t love\, and wish were different about our great city. The maps will be collected to provide a unique vision of Portland. \nCome by anytime! The event will provide blank maps\, pens\, and pencils for the project. \nFor more information on this project\, see thecompletecity.com.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/mapping-your-portland/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170920T200000
DTSTAMP:20170409T004531Z
CREATED:20170409T004531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170409T004531Z
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SUMMARY:Contra Dance featuring Glen\, Bethany & Dave\, with Dugan Murphy!
DESCRIPTION:Portland Intown Contra Dance is up to growing a lively community through weekly zesty\, joyful\, intergenerational contra dancing to live music. They insist no partner and no experience is needed to have a delightful and connected dance. Dugan Murphy will teach each of the evening’s dances; he’s known for emanating joy and for teaching with the artful precision of clockwork. He’s joined by a trio comprised of Bethany Waickman on guitar\, Dave Langford on fiddle\, and Glen Loper on mandolin and tenor banjo. All three musicians are mainstays on the national contra dance circuit\, combining in countless foot-stomping\, electric collaborations inspired by traditional music from Ireland\, England\, the Balkans\, and New England.
URL:http://congresssquarepark.org/event/contra-dance-featuring-glen-bethany-dave-dugan-murphy/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance
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