Viewing Family events for the week of Monday, February 20, 2012 — Sunday, February 26, 2012
Out of the Blue
YES Art Works presents a group show at both Coffee by Design Portland locations. YES Art Works encompasses all the arts at Creative Work Systems, a non-profit dedicated to supporting and inspiring people with disabilities
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A History of Protests in Maine through News Photography
Valentine’s Day at Holly Ready Gallery
20 small paintings, each $200! for the month of February.
Open by chance or appointment, please call Gallery for more info.
Where: Telling Room
225 Commercial Street
When: Monday, February 20 2012
Time: 4pm - 5:30pm
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225 Commercial Street
When: Monday, February 20 2012
Time: 4pm - 5:30pm
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Rhythm, Verse, and Rhyme: Songwriting For Beginners
Rhythm, Verse, and Rhyme: Songwriting For Beginners
Mondays, 4:00-5:30pm
Jan. 9, 23, 30 and Feb. 4, 6, 13, 20
Grades 3–5
Teaching Artist: Emilia Dahlin
Come One, come All, to engage in the alchemical process of writing songs.
Collaboratively and individually we’ll explore our surroundings through all our senses, and distill our experiences into verse and chorus. A guest songwriter/musician will join us for a special session on Saturday, February 4th. Performers and non-performers are welcome, as well as interest in all genres of music. No experience necessary, only enthusiasm!
Out of the Blue
YES Art Works presents a group show at both Coffee by Design Portland locations. YES Art Works encompasses all the arts at Creative Work Systems, a non-profit dedicated to supporting and inspiring people with disabilities
.
A History of Protests in Maine through News Photography
Where: Flatbread Pizza Company
72 Commercial Street
When: Tuesday, February 21 2012
Time: 05:00pm - 09:00pm
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72 Commercial Street
When: Tuesday, February 21 2012
Time: 05:00pm - 09:00pm
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Flatbread Pizza Company to host benefit night for Pine Tree Society
Flatbread Pizza Company will host a Benefit Night in support of Pine Tree Society on February 21 from 5 to 9 p.m. at their 72 Commercial Street location. Between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m., Flatbread will donate a portion of all pizza sales to Pine Tree Society, an organization that has been transforming the lives of Maine children and adults with disabilities and their families since 1936.
All proceeds will directly support Pine Tree Society’s full range of programs and services designed to help people with disabilities lead richer, more socially connected lives while breaking down barriers to independence.
To learn more about Pine Tree Society, please visit www.pinetreesociety.org.
Public Parks: Care and Cultivation of Fort Williams Park, Cape Elizabeth
A panel discussion led by Terrence DeWan, landscape architect, about the future of one of greater Portland's signature park, one of the most photographed and heavily visited in the area. The panel will address the challenges of creating a new arboretum, maintaining the ruin of the Goddard Mansion, and keeping public access free for individual visitors. Co-sponsored by Greater Portland Landmarks and the Maine Historical Society.
Out of the Blue
YES Art Works presents a group show at both Coffee by Design Portland locations. YES Art Works encompasses all the arts at Creative Work Systems, a non-profit dedicated to supporting and inspiring people with disabilities
.
A History of Protests in Maine through News Photography
Valentine’s Day at Holly Ready Gallery
20 small paintings, each $200! for the month of February.
Open by chance or appointment, please call Gallery for more info.
Out of the Blue
YES Art Works presents a group show at both Coffee by Design Portland locations. YES Art Works encompasses all the arts at Creative Work Systems, a non-profit dedicated to supporting and inspiring people with disabilities
.
A History of Protests in Maine through News Photography
Where: First Parish UU Church
425 Congress Street
When: Thursday, February 23 2012
Time: Noon
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425 Congress Street
When: Thursday, February 23 2012
Time: Noon
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Noonday Concert Series at First Parish Church
Noonday Concert at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church
Wiley and the Hairy Man
Deep in the swamps of Appalachia, young Wiley must face down his nemesis, the magical, mischievous Hairy Man. How can one little boy defeat the Hairy Man? He can't out-fight him, he can't out-run him... but with bravery and wit, he just might be able to out-fox him. Join Wiley, his hound dog and his conjurin' Mammy on this wild and rhythmic adventure based on a traditional southern folktale.
The 2011-2012 Theatre Season is presented by IDEXX.
By Susan Zeder. Produced by special arrangement with Anchorage Press Plays, Inc. of Louisville, Kentucky.
A History of Protests in Maine through News Photography
Out of the Blue
YES Art Works presents a group show at both Coffee by Design Portland locations. YES Art Works encompasses all the arts at Creative Work Systems, a non-profit dedicated to supporting and inspiring people with disabilities
.
Wiley and the Hairy Man
Deep in the swamps of Appalachia, young Wiley must face down his nemesis, the magical, mischievous Hairy Man. How can one little boy defeat the Hairy Man? He can't out-fight him, he can't out-run him... but with bravery and wit, he just might be able to out-fox him. Join Wiley, his hound dog and his conjurin' Mammy on this wild and rhythmic adventure based on a traditional southern folktale.
The 2011-2012 Theatre Season is presented by IDEXX.
By Susan Zeder. Produced by special arrangement with Anchorage Press Plays, Inc. of Louisville, Kentucky.
Valentine’s Day at Holly Ready Gallery
20 small paintings, each $200! for the month of February.
Open by chance or appointment, please call Gallery for more info.
Where: Local Sprouts Cooperative Cafe
649 Congress Street
When: Friday, February 24 2012
Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm
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649 Congress Street
When: Friday, February 24 2012
Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm
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Jazz Brunch with Sean Mencher
EVERY SUNDAY, enjoy Local Sprouts delicious brunch menu with some jazz on the side.
Wiley and the Hairy Man
Deep in the swamps of Appalachia, young Wiley must face down his nemesis, the magical, mischievous Hairy Man. How can one little boy defeat the Hairy Man? He can't out-fight him, he can't out-run him... but with bravery and wit, he just might be able to out-fox him. Join Wiley, his hound dog and his conjurin' Mammy on this wild and rhythmic adventure based on a traditional southern folktale.
The 2011-2012 Theatre Season is presented by IDEXX.
By Susan Zeder. Produced by special arrangement with Anchorage Press Plays, Inc. of Louisville, Kentucky.
Wiley and the Hairy Man
Deep in the swamps of Appalachia, young Wiley must face down his nemesis, the magical, mischievous Hairy Man. How can one little boy defeat the Hairy Man? He can't out-fight him, he can't out-run him... but with bravery and wit, he just might be able to out-fox him. Join Wiley, his hound dog and his conjurin' Mammy on this wild and rhythmic adventure based on a traditional southern folktale.
The 2011-2012 Theatre Season is presented by IDEXX.
By Susan Zeder. Produced by special arrangement with Anchorage Press Plays, Inc. of Louisville, Kentucky.
FREE Acrylic Painting and Color Mixing Demonstration
Constellation Gallery owner David Marshall, one of Portland's best known local artists, will be offering a demonstration of acrylic painting techniques and color mixing. Bring your own supplies and paint with Dave, or just sit back and enjo
y!
Out of the Blue
YES Art Works presents a group show at both Coffee by Design Portland locations. YES Art Works encompasses all the arts at Creative Work Systems, a non-profit dedicated to supporting and inspiring people with disabilities
.
A History of Protests in Maine through News Photography
Where: Mayo Street Arts
10 Mayo Street
When: Saturday, February 25 2012
10 Mayo Street
When: Saturday, February 25 2012
Contradance at Mayo Street Arts
FOURTH SATURDAY Contradance with music by Soupbone and Guest Callers, 8-11pm.
All dances taught. No experience or partner necessary! Bring clean shoes for dancing. $7/$5 kids/free under 5
Lucid Stage Mini-Worshop Day
February 25 "Lucid Mini-Workshop Day" 10am - 4pm $5
For only $5.00 you can attend an entire day of mini-workshops in a variety of disciplines including: Reflexology, cartooning, ASL, French, healing arts, public speaking, tai-chi, social media, hip-hop dance, Introduction to Acting, Introduction to Vaudeville, Citizen Initiative Lobbying, Real Estate, and more!
All of the proceeds from the day go to support Lucid Stage, a non-profit performance and art space. Do a good deed AND learn something!
Reflexology with John Bryson
Cartooning with Ed King
American Sign Language with Lisa Fourre
Knitting with Ann Smith
Tai-Chi with Michael Elliott
Rice Prints with Deirdre Robinson
Social Media with Tiffany Hampton
French with Erin Curren
Shamanic Journeying with Carney Brewer
How to Tell a Story with Deena Weinstein
Creative Movement, and Hip-Hop Dance with Druin Dance
Qi-Gong with Gail Wartell
Citizens Initiave lobbying with Rep. Diane Russell
Intro to Acting with Harlan Baker
An Introduction to Vaudeville with Lady Selcouth and Dark Follies
Vingtage Burlesque with Ginger Rita
Real Estate with Dina Skrabalak
Karate, poker and more!!!
Wiley and the Hairy Man
Deep in the swamps of Appalachia, young Wiley must face down his nemesis, the magical, mischievous Hairy Man. How can one little boy defeat the Hairy Man? He can't out-fight him, he can't out-run him... but with bravery and wit, he just might be able to out-fox him. Join Wiley, his hound dog and his conjurin' Mammy on this wild and rhythmic adventure based on a traditional southern folktale.
The 2011-2012 Theatre Season is presented by IDEXX.
By Susan Zeder. Produced by special arrangement with Anchorage Press Plays, Inc. of Louisville, Kentucky.
Wiley and the Hairy Man
Deep in the swamps of Appalachia, young Wiley must face down his nemesis, the magical, mischievous Hairy Man. How can one little boy defeat the Hairy Man? He can't out-fight him, he can't out-run him... but with bravery and wit, he just might be able to out-fox him. Join Wiley, his hound dog and his conjurin' Mammy on this wild and rhythmic adventure based on a traditional southern folktale.
The 2011-2012 Theatre Season is presented by IDEXX.
By Susan Zeder. Produced by special arrangement with Anchorage Press Plays, Inc. of Louisville, Kentucky.
A History of Protests in Maine through News Photography
Out of the Blue
YES Art Works presents a group show at both Coffee by Design Portland locations. YES Art Works encompasses all the arts at Creative Work Systems, a non-profit dedicated to supporting and inspiring people with disabilities
.
Valentine’s Day at Holly Ready Gallery
20 small paintings, each $200! for the month of February.
Open by chance or appointment, please call Gallery for more info.
Where: Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine
142 Free Street
When: Sunday, February 26 2012
Time: 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm
View event website »
142 Free Street
When: Sunday, February 26 2012
Time: 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm
View event website »
Wiley and the Hairy Man
Deep in the swamps of Appalachia, young Wiley must face down his nemesis, the magical, mischievous Hairy Man. How can one little boy defeat the Hairy Man? He can't out-fight him, he can't out-run him... but with bravery and wit, he just might be able to out-fox him. Join Wiley, his hound dog and his conjurin' Mammy on this wild and rhythmic adventure based on a traditional southern folktale.
The 2011-2012 Theatre Season is presented by IDEXX.
By Susan Zeder. Produced by special arrangement with Anchorage Press Plays, Inc. of Louisville, Kentucky.
Out of the Blue
YES Art Works presents a group show at both Coffee by Design Portland locations. YES Art Works encompasses all the arts at Creative Work Systems, a non-profit dedicated to supporting and inspiring people with disabilities
.
A History of Protests in Maine through News Photography
The Portland Museum of Art offers a variety of events for kids, classes and workshops for adults, lectures, and weekly foreign, classical, and independent films. For the history lovers out there, visit the Maine Historical Society, located just blocks from the harbor and Portland City Hall. Come on one of the daily tours of Portland’s own Allagash Brewery, famous for its Belgian Ales and old-world craftsmanship. If you are looking to kick back and have a relaxing evening, try dinner at one of our gourmet restaurants and a walk along the port. From succulent Lobster to New England clam chowder, our restaurants offer the quintessential New England culinary experience.
