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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:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/tai-chi-chih-qigong/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play
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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:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/event-volunteer-information-session-orientation/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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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:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/lets-clean-up-the-square/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20171229T080000
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:https://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
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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:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/world-aids-day-candle-lit-vigil/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20171111T150000
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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:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/share-warmth-winter-clothing-giveaway/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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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:https://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:https://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:https://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
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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:https://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: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:https://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: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:https://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: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:https://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:https://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
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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:https://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:20170915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170915T210000
DTSTAMP:20170831T172841Z
CREATED:20170831T172841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170831T172841Z
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SUMMARY:The Maribor Uprisings: Interactive Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:The Maribor Uprisings takes up urgent questions raised by these events\, and by uprisings elsewhere\, from the Arab Spring\, through Paris\, to Black Lives Matter. What sparks such popular outrage? How are participants swept up in—and then changed by—confrontations with police? Could something like this happen in your city? \nThe directors invite audiences to engage these questions through an unusual and participatory form. Drawing on the dramatic frontline footage of a video activist collective embedded within the uprisings\, this film places viewers amidst the jostling crowds. It requires them to make their own choices about which cameras they will follow and therefore how they will participate. Like those who joined the actual uprisings\, audiences in the theater must decide whether to listen to organizers and remain with those committed to nonviolent protest on Freedom Square or to follow rowdy crowds toward City Hall and almost certain conflict. \nCo-director Maple Razsa (Colby College) will facilitate the screening. \n‘‘Using organizational tactics such as the ones implemented during the Occupy Wall Street protests—the human microphone\, call and response\, etc—the audience works together to form a unit of politically and ideologically motivated action.’’ \nFor more information\, read the Portland Phoenix interview with Maple Razsa from July 2017: http://www.portlandphoenix.me/news/cover-story/item/6838-the-maribor-uprisings
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/maribor-uprisings-interactive-film-screening/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Films,Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170909T130000
DTSTAMP:20170831T172451Z
CREATED:20170831T172451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170831T172451Z
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SUMMARY:Try Your Hand (Calligraphy Art Interaction)
DESCRIPTION:Did you ever wish you could write in another language? Or have beautiful penmanship in your own? Here’s a chance to Try Your Hand at an international calligraphy event at Congress Square Park!\n\nPeople from around the world will show you how to write in their native script\, such as Cyrillic\, Japanese\, Arabic. You’ll also have a chance to try Medieval and Modern Latin alphabet calligraphy. You’ll learn a few words and perhaps a proverb from the different cultures and be able to make a keepsake pendant with your choice of two languages. Come out and do something different at Congress Square Park!\n\nSupplies will be provided and instruction is free.
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/try-hand-calligraphy-art-interaction-2/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Meet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170909T120000
DTSTAMP:20171010T200610Z
CREATED:20170906T165041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171010T200610Z
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SUMMARY:Check Mates! Chess in the Square
DESCRIPTION:The Check Mates! is a casual community chess club for everyone (all ages and experience levels)! Come for just a game or stay for as long as you like!\n\nWe have 10 New Weighted Tournament Style Chess Sets for Community Members and Visitors of All Ages for use to Play on Congress Square!  All made possible by SPACE Gallery\, The Friends of Congress Square and YES Books!\n\nWe look forward to meeting you soon! HAPPY CHESSING!\n\n*This event is weather permitting. If it gets too cold\, Check Mates! will meet at the nearby Coffee by Design on Congress Street.*
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/check-mates-chess-square/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170708T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170708T160000
DTSTAMP:20170707T174635Z
CREATED:20170707T174635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170707T174635Z
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SUMMARY:The Way We Move
DESCRIPTION:The Way We Move activity is an interactive flow arts/circus program for children and adults with disabilities\, and anyone else who wants to participate. There will be multiple types of props and movement activities for people to try out and play with and trained instructors to help people learn the activities and address any needs they may have. The end of the session involves participants and the instructors showcasing their skills. Come join the fun!
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/the-way-we-move-2/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Dance,Meet,Play,Relax
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170628T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170628T200000
DTSTAMP:20170509T013231Z
CREATED:20170509T013231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170509T013231Z
UID:1610-1498672800-1498680000@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Wicked Sing-Along
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to try defying gravity! \nCast Aside Productions presents a Wicked Sing-Along! \nBreak out your Ozdust Ballroom best\, grab your friends and family\, and come sing your heart out! \nPerformers wishing to get on stage: Sign-ups begin at 5:30pm
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/wicked-sing-along/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170622T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170622T184500
DTSTAMP:20170602T150814Z
CREATED:20170602T150814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170602T150814Z
UID:1649-1498152600-1498157100@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Robin's Zodiac Yoga Summer Series with Live Music
DESCRIPTION:Flow for the Solstice. Salute the return of summer as Congress Square Arts rolls out the dance floor for astrology based yoga in the park 4 times this season. \nJune 22nd Solstice & New Moon Yoga with music by Happy Folk \nJuly 27th Robin’s Zodiac Yoga for Leo season with music by Helena Nash \nAugust 24th Robin’s Zodiac Yoga for Virgo season with Sacred Sound & Living Todd Glacy \nSeptember 21st New Moon and Autmnal Equinox Yoga with musical guest tba \nAll classes are on Thursdays at 5:30 pm and free for all! \nKeep Portland beautiful & vibrant & enjoy our downtown parks!
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/robins-zodiac-yoga-summer-series-live-music/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet,Music,Relax
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170609T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170609T200000
DTSTAMP:20170509T011641Z
CREATED:20170509T010940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170509T011641Z
UID:1598-1497031200-1497038400@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Circus Maine at Square Hop
DESCRIPTION:4 Parks. 4 Shows. 1 Amazing Night. \nFriends of Congress Square Park is proud to partner with Portland Downtown for the first annual Square Hop + Window Walk! \nPortland will be hopping Friday night with outdoor music and special performances in four — yes\, four! — of our iconic downtown parks. From 6-8pm\, you can stroll — or dance\, should the mood strike — from square to square to experience some of our best & most unique local entertainment. Whether it’s a high-flying circus act\, a larger-than-life ukulele ensemble\, or an interactive theater show — there’s fun for the whole family at each stop. \nAdding to the fun: the Square Hop kicks off the first night of Portland Downtown’s Summer Window Walk! The windows of our shops & restaurants will be decked out for summer fun: a spectacle for all to enjoy on this fun & festive night in beautiful Downtown Portland. \nLocations & Performers: \nCircus Maine at Congress Square Park: Prepared to be “wowed” by the gravity-defying aerial stunts & balance acts of Circus Maine. Look up and be amazed! \nPortFringe at Longfellow Square: Get a “sneak peek” at the upcoming PortFringe Festival — complete with eclectic song & dance numbers and fun skits. Expect lots of laughs and audience engagement from this edgy group of performance artists. \nMaine Marimba Ensemble at Monument Square: Enjoy traditional and contemporary Zimbabwean music on handcrafted marimbas. The percussive rhythms never fail to get crowds moving — so get ready for dancing in Monument Square! \nPeaks Island Ukes at Post Office Park: For toe-tapping fun\, look no further than the Peaks Island Ukes. This group has personality\, flair\, and talent — and we guarantee you’ll smile!
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/circus-maine-square-hop/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Meet,Music,Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170503T230000
DTSTAMP:20170429T021121Z
CREATED:20170429T012210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170429T021121Z
UID:1465-1493805600-1493852400@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Tai Chi Chih/Qigong class
DESCRIPTION:Take an hour out of your busy week to enjoy a free Tai Chi Chih/Qigong class with Raymond Reid. \nTai Chi Chih (pronounced tie chee cha) is 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. \nTai Chi Chih 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.
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/tai-chi-chihqigong-class-2/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tai Chi Chih Studio of Portland":MAILTO:miloshamus@yahoo.com 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170409T230000
DTSTAMP:20170405T142654Z
CREATED:20170405T142654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170405T142654Z
UID:1320-1491728400-1491778800@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Park Clean-up Day!
DESCRIPTION:Help us get the park cleaned up and ready for spring and the return of our colorful amenities! Please bring gloves. Rakes and brooms will be provided \nP.S. Our colorful amenities return the week of April 17th!
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/park-clean-day-2/
LOCATION:Congress Square Park\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://congresssquarepark.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/IMG_4173.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170404T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170404T190000
DTSTAMP:20170324T165030Z
CREATED:20170324T164757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T165030Z
UID:1303-1491283800-1491332400@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Season Kick-off Meet & Greet!
DESCRIPTION:Join our Park Steward team!\nDo you live or work in the Congress Square Neighborhood? Do you like what is happening in the park and want to get involved? Our amazing neighborhood volunteers make it all possible. YOU can help too! \nJoin us for our Season Kick-off Meet & Greet on April 4th from 5:30-7pm. \nCome meet other volunteers\, learn about our 2017 events\, activities & volunteer opportunities\, and help us celebrate the wonderful CSP community. From one-time events to the gardening team to our weekly amenity crew\, we have plenty of opportunities for you to get engaged. \nIt takes a community to create a place\, and a place to create a community. \nPlease note: RSVP required to friends@congresssquarepark.org for access to the building.  \n 
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/season-kick-off-meet-greet/
LOCATION:10 Congress Square Plaza Apartments\, Portland
CATEGORIES:Meet
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://congresssquarepark.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/IMG_7569.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170316T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170316T193000
DTSTAMP:20170307T151200Z
CREATED:20170307T151129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170307T151200Z
UID:1286-1489685400-1489692600@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Congress Square Redesign Public Meeting #3
DESCRIPTION:Join WRT and your local Project Team (Planning Department\, Public Art Committee and FoCSP) for the final public meeting for the Congress Square Redesign schematic design phase. The schematic designs will be at 70% complete and we’re looking for public feedback before the designers complete the finishing touches. \nThank you to Westin Portland Harborview Hotel for hosting this meeting!
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/congress-square-redesign-public-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Westin Portland Harborview Hotel\, 157 High Street\, Portland\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://congresssquarepark.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/CS-Concept-image.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170112T180000
DTSTAMP:20161231T020302Z
CREATED:20161231T020302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161231T020302Z
UID:1247-1484240400-1484244000@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Design Concept Presentation to Land Bank Commission
DESCRIPTION:Portland’s Urban Designer and CS Redesign Project Manager\, Caitlin Cameron\, will be presenting the WRT/Sarah Sze concept materials to the following city boards/committees in early January for feedback and review. All of the meetings are open to the public.  Join us! \n\nDisability Advisory Committee: Wednesday\, January 4\, 11am (Room 24)\nHistoric Preservation Board: Wednesday\, January 4\, 6:45pm (Room 209)\nParks Commission: Thursday\, January 5\, 5:00pm (Room 24)\nBicycle Pedestrian Committee:  Monday\, January 9\, 5:30pm (Room 209)\nPlanning Board: Tuesday\, January 10\, 4:30pm (Council Chambers)\nLand Bank Commission: Thursday\, January 12\, 5:00pm (Room 24)\n\nPublic feedback on the concept will be collected through January 15th here.  See full WRT/Sarah Sze Presentation here.
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/design-concept-presentation-land-bank-commission/
LOCATION:City Hall\, Room 24
CATEGORIES:Meet
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://congresssquarepark.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Concept-Elevation.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170110T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170110T173000
DTSTAMP:20161231T020155Z
CREATED:20161231T020155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161231T020155Z
UID:1245-1484065800-1484069400@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Design Concept Presentation to Planning Board
DESCRIPTION:Portland’s Urban Designer and CS Redesign Project Manager\, Caitlin Cameron\, will be presenting the WRT/Sarah Sze concept materials to the following city boards/committees in early January for feedback and review. All of the meetings are open to the public.  Join us! \n\nDisability Advisory Committee: Wednesday\, January 4\, 11am (Room 24)\nHistoric Preservation Board: Wednesday\, January 4\, 6:45pm (Room 209)\nParks Commission: Thursday\, January 5\, 5:00pm (Room 24)\nBicycle Pedestrian Committee:  Monday\, January 9\, 5:30pm (Room 209)\nPlanning Board: Tuesday\, January 10\, 4:30pm (Council Chambers)\nLand Bank Commission: Thursday\, January 12\, 5:00pm (Room 24)\n\nPublic feedback on the concept will be collected through January 15th here.  See full WRT/Sarah Sze Presentation here.
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/design-concept-presentation-planning-board/
LOCATION:City Hall\, Council Chambers
CATEGORIES:Meet
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://congresssquarepark.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Concept-site-plan.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170109T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170109T183000
DTSTAMP:20161231T020022Z
CREATED:20161231T015858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161231T020022Z
UID:1244-1483983000-1483986600@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Concept Design Presentation to Bicycle Pedestrian Committee
DESCRIPTION:Portland’s Urban Designer and CS Redesign Project Manager\, Caitlin Cameron\, will be presenting the WRT/Sarah Sze concept materials to the following city boards/committees in early January for feedback and review. All of the meetings are open to the public.  Join us! \n\nDisability Advisory Committee: Wednesday\, January 4\, 11am (Room 24)\nHistoric Preservation Board: Wednesday\, January 4\, 6:45pm (Room 209)\nParks Commission: Thursday\, January 5\, 5:00pm (Room 24)\nBicycle Pedestrian Committee:  Monday\, January 9\, 5:30pm (Room 209)\nPlanning Board: Tuesday\, January 10\, 4:30pm (Council Chambers)\nLand Bank Commission: Thursday\, January 12\, 5:00pm (Room 24)\n\nPublic feedback on the concept will be collected through January 15th here.  See full WRT/Sarah Sze Presentation here.
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/concept-design-presentation-bicycle-pedestrian-committee/
LOCATION:City Hall\, Room 209
CATEGORIES:Meet
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://congresssquarepark.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Concept-Elevation.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20170105T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20170105T180000
DTSTAMP:20161231T002517Z
CREATED:20161231T002517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161231T002517Z
UID:1239-1483635600-1483639200@congresssquarepark.org
SUMMARY:Concept Design Presentation to Parks Commission
DESCRIPTION:Portland’s Urban Designer and CS Redesign Project Manager\, Caitlin Cameron\, will be presenting the WRT/Sarah Sze concept materials to the following city boards/committees in early January for feedback and review. All of the meetings are open to the public.  Join us! \n\nDisability Advisory Committee: Wednesday\, January 4\, 11am (Room 24)\nHistoric Preservation Board: Wednesday\, January 4\, 6:45pm (Room 209)\nParks Commission: Thursday\, January 5\, 5:00pm (Room 24)\nBicycle Pedestrian Committee:  Monday\, January 9\, 5:30pm (Room 209)\nPlanning Board: Tuesday\, January 10\, 4:30pm (Council Chambers)\nLand Bank Commission: Thursday\, January 12\, 5:00pm (Room 24)\n\nPublic feedback on the concept will be collected through January 15th here.  See full WRT/Sarah Sze Presentation here.
URL:https://congresssquarepark.org/event/concept-design-presentation-parks-commission/
LOCATION:City Hall\, Room 24
CATEGORIES:Meet
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://congresssquarepark.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Concept-site-plan.jpg
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