Maine’s Untold Vegetarian History Exhibit
From 9/10/2024 - 5/17/2025
Immerse yourself in Maine's Untold Vegetarian History, a lyrical exploration of the state's lesser-known vegetarian past shrouded in compelling stories of significant individuals who pioneered the credibility of plant-based diets. This exhibition tantalizes curious minds with various materials, meticulously curated -- be it prized antiquarian books, manuscript maps, golden photographs timeless canned food paradigms encompassing Draconian Veg etchings rooted in fertile Maine soils.
Portland Museum of Art
From 10/11/2024 - 4/27/2025
The As We Are event curates a unique exhibition showcasing 14 Main-attached emerging artists, who employ varied art forms such as painting, ceramics, and photography to portray fresh perspectives in American modern art. Themed around engaging concepts like identity, material history, and ecological interconnections, it provides a rare window into the artists' community, narrating unheard tales of fellowship, guidance, academic ties, and companionship.
As We Are
From 10/11/2024 - 4/27/2025
As We Are showcases the incredible and varied pieces of 14 emerging artists hailing from Maine. Captivating attendees with exhibits that range from photography and ceramics to painting and sculpture, this unique art event honors divergent topics like identity, outdoor life, material antiquity, and relationships layered within each piece.
Bachata Night with Danza Latina
From 12/20/2024 - 5/16/2025
Danza Latina promulgates a world of salsa, bachata, and merengue at its monthly Bachata Night event. An hour of learner-friendly bachata instructions jumpstarts each event, smoothly transitioning into an energetic Latin dance fiesta, featuring a repertoire sure to keep dance enthusiasts on their toes.
Jo Sandman: Skin Deep
From 2/14/2025 - 8/17/2025
Jo Sandman: Skin Deep is an art exhibition showcasing an expressive collection of manipulated photographic prints, sculptures, and installations designed to probe the complexities of physical and psychological realities. As viewers explore through the layers, deep introspection about body, decay, nature, and consciousness becomes inevitable creating visual dialogues that are absorbing and thought-provoking.
Maker's Market
From 3/16/2025 - 5/11/2025
The event assures a day filled with local culture, celebrating Portland's lively ecosystem of farms, artisans, and innovative individuals within a hand-picked market. As attendees sip on favorite mixtures like Bloody Marys and mimosas, they will have the chance to interface with and back up small ventures, making it a uniquely rewarding encounter.
Magdalena Bay
On 4/28/2025
Magdalena Bay is an electronic pop duo known for their futuristic, synth-driven sound and surreal, internet-inspired aesthetic. Combining elements of hyperpop, '80s synthwave, and indie electronica, their music is both nostalgic and forward-thinking. With vibrant visuals and infectious melodies, they have quickly become a favorite in the alternative pop world.
Salsa Night with Danza Latina
On 5/2/2025
Danza Latina presents an enchanting hour-long Latin dance lesson for beginners every month. Following the instruction, a thrilling Latin Dance party provides opportunities for attendees to practice their melodies and to indulge in joyful rhythmic swaying till the night ends.
Joseph
On 5/2/2025
Consisting of the three Closner sisters, Joseph is an indie-folk group from Oregon formed in 2014. Their most popular singles are "Side Effects," "White Flag," and "SOS."
Yoga for Good
On 5/2/2025
Attendees are in for an invigorating and nourishing monthly yoga class, perfect for enhancing physical and mental balance. Proceeds from this special activity will help support Friends of Casco Bay, contributing to local preservation efforts.
Feud Night
On 5/6/2025
For lovers of exciting competitions and quality cuisine, Feud Night offers a wonderful blend of friendly game-playing fueled by delectable fare. Expect nifty trivia battles laced with laughter, complemented by a gustatory treat delivered with foodie-worthy flair.
Jamie Lissow
On 5/7/2025
Jamie Lissow is a seasoned comedian and actor known for his quick wit and relatable humor. Catch him live at his upcoming show, where he is sure to have the audience in stitches.
Dusty Slay
On 5/16/2025
At the age of 36, Dusty Slay became the youngest comedian to perform on the Grand Ole Opry Stage in Nashville. He also wrote an episode for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live.
Tom Odell
On 5/17/2025
Tom Odell is an English singer-songwriter and pianist who gained prominence with his heartfelt and emotive style of pop and rock music. In 2012, Tom Odell won the prestigious Brits Critics' Choice Award, which catapulted him into the spotlight. He released his debut EP, Songs from Another Love, later that year, which included the hit single "Another Love."
Tuesday Open Game Night
From 1/4/2025 - 12/30/2025
Immerse yourself in weekly board game nights every Tuesday, where a curated mix of light, medium, and heavy strategy games are set up for play. Feel free to bring your family-friendly board games or explore a variety of demos available.
Darren Kiely
On 5/10/2025
Immerse yourself in the charisma of Irish folk music with the uniquely dynamic artist, Darren Kiely, as he shows off a repertoire seasoned with traditional instruments like fiddle and tin whistle seamlessly mashed up with Contemporary Pop. His rich narrative and arresting anthems captured in his debut and subsequent EPs, principally focusing on matters of self-belief and maturity, have unquestionably made waves across Ireland, proving from topping charts to sold-out tours.
Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
From 5/14/2025 - 6/1/2025
This unparalleled theatrical performance, loved by critics, reels in audience members with a tense tale centering around the unraveling marriage of Lady Martha and Lord George. The stark depiction of interpersonal dynamics unfolds in a fascinating yet chaotic post-faculty party scene, where the recently wed Nick and Honey are unwittingly swept into its vortex, all while indispensably exploring profound themes like the American Dream and the detrimental impact of unbending idealism.
Cypress Hill
On 5/15/2025
Cypress Hill, an iconic rap group molded by a flavorful Latin-tinged alternative rock sound, boasts pioneering influences like releasing revolutionary debut albums and chart-dominating albums, and influencing public opinions via advocacy for marijuana. Following its legendary journey, namely being the first Latino-American hip-hop group to achieve platinum and multi-platinum success, or scoring their own Hollywood Walk of Fame Star, the triumphant trio engages listeners with ingenious reissues of their foundational music, entertaining documentaries, and audaciously unique performances partnering with renowned orchestras.
Rory Scovel
From 5/15/2025 - 5/17/2025
Enjoy an evening of laughter as Rory Scovel offers a unique brand of comedy. Share in the joy of his witty observations and irreverent critique of the world today.
Fiber Arts
On 5/17/2025
Passionate about hand crafts? This gathering promises a vibrant space where one can bring ongoing projects and mingle with other craft enthusiasts for inspiration and engaging discussions. Present will be a potpourri of craft practices - knitting, crochet, embroidery, and other fiber arts alike- inviting attendees of all skill levels.
Painting Energy
From 5/23/2025 - 9/14/2025
For over 70 years, the prominent figurative painter Alex Katz has meticulously highlighted his artistic talents, and these works, along with those from other seminal figures in the global art world, form the Alex Katz Foundation Collection. This prolific exhibition offers visitors a unique insight into Katz's perception of modern and contemporary art, underscored by an engaging and in-depth catalogue providing expert reflections and detailed descriptions of selected pieces.
