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!
Join us for another of this year's series of silent movies! Presented in partnership with Kinonik on the last Sunday of every month, we'll enjoy classic silent movies on real 16mm film with live musical accompaniment! OUR HOSPITALITY (1925) Sole heir Willie McKay (Buster Keaton) journeys by train from New York City to Kentucky to …
How about a friendly game of badminton? Join us in Congress Square Park every Tuesday evening (6-8pm) for a friendly, all-ages, all-abilities mini-tournament! This will be played in doubles. Bring a friend -- or make one at the park! This program is made possible thanks to support from AARP through the Community Challenge Grant.
In partnership with The City of Portland's Harm Reduction Services Program.
A book show and tell! Bring a book (if you like) to share, and get some great book recommendations. We meet every other Thursday at noon. Our rain location is down the street at Mechanics' Hall.
Originally hailing from Boston, MA, Corner House takes their name from the place where the four young band members found musical family in one another – their shared home in Brighton, as students at Berklee College of Music. Emerging from varied genre backgrounds, the quartet’s unique strength is their desire to learn from one another, …
Presented by the Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center! New 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 …
Food, artists, makers, and the best vibes in town! Shop local and hang out with us. Vendor lineup: Plot Twist Pretzels Tealight Studios Tinted Rose Designs Modern Magix CATQUAT WingedPrints Crawl Bars Happy Hen Ceramics Lady Krispie ME Powered Pastries Midcoast Vegan Portraits As You Pass Saudade Mudmist Adam Kezer Artist OUT Maine Scrambled Egg …
Make your own musical instruments and puppets using (clean) upcycled trash! In partnership with Inventing Trees. Free and open to all! Rain date: Sept. 16
`Dozens of local makers and artists! Best vibes around! Organized by R Nicole Studio.
Come and craft with fellow knitters! Bring your own supplies and current projects. All skill levels welcome!
A book show and tell! Bring a book (if you like) to share, and get some great book recommendations. We meet every other Thursday at noon. Our rain location is down the street at Mechanics' Hall.
Activities beginning at 6:30! Screening begins after sundown!
Food, artists, makers, and the best vibes in town! Shop local and hang out with us. A special emphasis on books and prints this time! Vendor lineup: BOGS Bakery Hi Water Press & Bloof Books Fireball Book Bindery Pickwick Independent Press Plot Twist Pretzels Beth Zebal Pottery James Sylvester R Nicole Studio Portland Public Library …
An evening of family-friendly hip hop with Monday of the Minds! Free! Open to all!
Y'arr! Celebrate Talk Like A Pirate day by singing along to some sea shanties with legendary local band The Shank Painters! This free event is family-friendly. Costumes encouraged!
Join us for another of this year's series of silent movies! Presented in partnership with Kinonik on the last Sunday of every month, we'll enjoy classic silent movies on real 16mm film with live musical accompaniment! THE CAT AND THE CANARY (1927) The relatives of Cyrus West gather at his estate on the 20th anniversary …
A book show and tell! Bring a book (if you like) to share, and get some great book recommendations. We meet every other Thursday at noon. Our rain location is down the street at Mechanics' Hall.
Micromassé is a trio of accomplished musicians offering a fresh new sound that is nostalgically analog, worldly and explosively modern. Combining the classic sound of the Hammond Organ with dynamic electric guitar and infectious drums; Micromassé strives to bring instrumental music to new frontiers while maintaining a positive groove and a fun vibe.
A celebration of BIPOC food and art! This night market will feature a wide variety of food, so come hungry, and enjoy art by local makers. Live music by Kafari!