Community Calendar

All nerdy crafters are welcome at Itty Bitty Knitty Committee, a FREE weekly event and part of Owlbear’s Rest’s Community Thursdays Initiative. Bring your own supplies!

MEREDA’s Annual Fall Social returns on November 6! Mark your calendar now to join us at the Hilton Garden Inn Portland Downtown Waterfront for another great “meet-and-greet” opportunity.

MEREDA’s networking events attract key players in Maine’s real estate industry offering excellent opportunities to interact with the experts.

Join us and other industry professionals on November 6 from 5 – 7 pm for Hors d’ oeuvres, Spirits, and Great Conversation!

This Event is Generously Sponsored by: J.B. Brown & Sons, M&T Bank, and Perkins Thompson.

Do you love plants? Do you grow flowers or vegetables? Wish you could? Or are you just interested in building community around a love for nature? The Saco Bay Gardening Club wants you!

The Club meets in The Deering Room of Dyer Library in Saco the first Thursday of every month from 6p-8p, plus hosts workshops and other events throughout the year. We learn about plants and the environment, gardening, tour gardens, host workshops, and more! See our website for upcoming meeting speakers/activities.

Come grow with us!

Join us at Owlbear's Rest to learn new games and make friends who ALSO love games!
Every other Wednesday: Weekly One-Shots with Kass! Join Owlbear staff member Kass to play a game that can be completed in one session.
Thursdays: The Teach Series! Owlbear staff member Drew will lead a variety of games so that you will know how to play them with friends in the future!
Ages: 14+
$10 at the door

✨D&D-Curious? Never held a sword? Never cast a spell? Perfect.

*Every First Thursday of Each Month*

Join us for a beginner-friendly session of #DungeonsAndDragons—no experience needed, no pressure, and definitely no shortage of snacks.

Your guide for the evening will be OBR team member and Dungeon Master Drew, who’ll equip you with a pre-generated character, all the supplies you need, and just enough encouragement to face whatever lurks in the Lost Mine of Phandelver.

📍 Where: The Druid’s Grove @ #OwlbearsRest
💰 Cost: $10 per player (no extra table fees!)
⏳ Duration: 3 hours
🧙‍♀️ Age: 14+
🧭 Experience Needed: None at all
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Max Party Size: 6 brave souls
🎒 Bring: Just your imagination!

On The Rise : Art Exhibition
Join us for On The Rise. An art exhibit from the 2026 calendar and previous editions currently running until January 2026.

Join us for Maine Craft Weekend Oct 4th & 5th 2025. The Alan Claude Gallery gallery will be open 10am to 4pm on Saturday and Sunday. ART TALK with Alan Claude (about a 10 minute presentation) is at 11am and again at 2pm. Complimentary refreshments on Saturday and Sunday. Best Art Gallery in Maine by Down East Magazine 2025

Get your hands dirty with a little late fall gardening! Help spread kelp on Cultivating Community's garden beds to prepare them for winter, and then head inside to warm up with a kelp-inspired craft project.

Wear clothes that will keep you warm AND that you can garden in! This event is rain or shine. Cultivating Community will provide gardening gloves, but you can bring your own if you prefer.

*Please note that there is street parking only for this event—you will be towed if you park in any of the nearby lots.*

Cultivating Community cultivates food justice in Greater Portland by providing education, resources, and opportunities to grow and share culturally familiar food. You can learn more about their work and programs at www.cultivatingcommunity.org.

This is the final event of our Creative Paths series exploring the connections between our creative selves and the natural world. Each event will have its own unique flavor and will be led by local experts. Discover Portland's extensive trail network and celebrate TEMPOart's 2025 installation of "Winged Kelp"!

Portland’s First Friday Art Walk is a free self-guided tour of art galleries, art studios, museums, and alternative art venues on the first Friday of every month from 5-8pm. Its mission is to open the doors of Portland’s visual arts community by joining together and introducing a wider audience to the unique vitality of the artists and venues of Portland, promoting interest with non-exclusivity and easy-access, thereby strengthening the arts and community through diversity and celebration.

Veterans Day breakfast. Veterans eat for free.
Community Breakfast of pancakes, real local Maple syrup, fruit, bacon or sausage, beverages.
All funds raised are given back to the community via local, state and national charities.
Eureka Lodge is a 501-c-10 non profit organization, donations are tax deductible.

Experience the magic of the holiday season at the 46th Annual Augusta Armory Veterans Weekend Christmas Arts & Craft Show, hosted by Maine Made Crafts and newenglandcraftfairs.com. Join us on Saturday, November 8th from 9 AM to 4 PM and Sunday, November 9th from 9 AM to 4 PM for a festive celebration of unique artistry and craftsmanship.

Discover the perfect gifts for your loved ones from a selection of talented artisans hailing from Maine and across New England. From handcrafted wood items and exquisite quilt work to cozy knits and crochet creations, flavorful jams and jellies, charming dolls, stunning jewelry pieces, soaps and much more, there's something for everyone on your holiday shopping list. Best of all, you can shop for these one-of-a-kind treasures at prices that won't break the bank.

Embrace the spirit of giving with meaningful, quality gifts that are proudly made in the USA. Whether you're treating yourself or searching for the ideal gift, New England Craft Fairs is your destination for exceptional, locally crafted goods.

Calling all skilled crafters! If you're passionate about sharing your creations with a discerning audience, we invite you to showcase your work at our upcoming shows. Our doors remain open until 4 PM each day, ensuring ample time for our valued customers to explore and support your craft. For more information Ltpromo@aol.com