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Aug 27 Wednesday
- Live Music: Other
DaPonte String Quartet

Maine (Various)

08:00 PM - 05:45 PM, every day through Sep 14, 2025.

Maine Public is a media sponsor of the DaPonte String Quartet’s concert series. For 34 years the DaPonte String Quartet has been engaging audiences across Maine with their intimate performances. This year they will perform Beethoven and Korngold in several locations along the mid-coast from August 24^th to September 14^th.
Maine Public members are eligible for 15% off tickets, please use the code MainePublic15.
More information on concert venues: https://dapontequartet.org/events/category/concert/

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Aug 28 Thursday
- Book Readings
Maine Public Book Club: Love & Lobsters

Zoom (Maine Public)

Free

07:00 PM - 08:00 PM on Thu, 28 Aug 2025

Shannon M. Parker will discuss the book Love & Lobsters with host Bill Nemitz on Thursday, August 28th at 7:00 PM.
Do you love books? Are you interested in hearing from the author and looking behind the curtain at what the author was thinking while writing? Perhaps have the author respond to a question or two that has been on your mind about a particular scene or character. Look no further than the Maine Public Book Club!
Click HERE to join the book club and receive information about book club news & events!

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Sep 11 Thursday
- Film
Camden International Film Festival

Camden & Rockland

06:00 PM - 09:00 PM, every day through Sep 14, 2025.

The Camden International Film Festival (CIFF) is celebrating its 21st edition! CIFF will feature a slate of boundary-pushing documentary films and filmmakers from across the globe. The festival will take place in person from September 11 to September 14 at various venues throughout Camden and Rockland.
This is one of the preeminent film festivals in Maine and beyond and it really is a special experience to attend one of their screenings surrounded by other film lovers. This year’s lineup spans 26 features and 28 shorts from 32 countries, masterclasses with Raoul Peck and Geeta Gandbhir, and the return of audience favorites like the Points North Pitch and our free Shorts series.
The feature slate includes 17 U.S., North American, and World Premieres, with new films by acclaimed directors Raoul Peck, Sky Hopinka, Lee Anne Schmitt, Kamal al Jafari, Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin, Geeta Gandbhir, Brittany Shyne and Reid Davenport.
The best way to get the full CIFF experience is by purchasing a pass and Maine Public Members do receive a special discount by using the code maine-public-20 when ordering a pass.
Find out more about the festival and order passes and tickets here!

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Sep 14 Sunday
- Community Events
- Classes/Workshops
Maine Public's Bob Ross Inspired Paint and Sip Fundraiser!

Rising Tide Brewing Company

$45 per person

06:00 PM - 08:00 PM on Sun, 14 Sep 2025

Here’s a fun way to support the station and have some serious fun in the process!
Join Maine Public for a Bob Ross Inspired Paint and Sip Night at Rising Tide Brewing Company in Portland on Sunday, September 14 at 6:00 pm.
Tickets are $45 per person and include all art supplies and a free Rising Tide drink ticket. You'll walk away with your very own masterpiece by the end of the night! Come dressed as Bob Ross and maybe win a lookalike prize!
Only a few tickets are available, so make sure to reserve your spot here!

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Aug 27 Wednesday
Local Goods Market

Fork Food Lab

04:00 PM - 07:00 PM, every day through Oct 30, 2025.

Join us at our weekly Local Goods Market! Celebrate local food and community while supporting small businesses! Held every Thursday from 4–7pm, the Local Goods Market features hot food, beverages, baked goods, and specialty products from Fork Food Lab members and other Maine makers. The weekly event offers the community a chance to support local businesses, discover new favorites, and connect directly with the entrepreneurs shaping the future of Maine’s food economy. The market features free & easy parking and a great community. Shop small and be part of something big!
Fork Food Lab is a nonprofit food business incubator and shared commercial kitchen in South Portland, Maine that’s home to over 80 small businesses. Our mission is to support a just, diverse, and sustainable food economy by empowering food entrepreneurs with the space, resources, and community they need to thrive. Learn more at www.forkfoodlab.com

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Aug 28 Thursday
Local Goods Market

Fork Food Lab

04:00 PM - 07:00 PM, every day through Oct 30, 2025.

Join us at our weekly Local Goods Market! Celebrate local food and community while supporting small businesses! Held every Thursday from 4–7pm, the Local Goods Market features hot food, beverages, baked goods, and specialty products from Fork Food Lab members and other Maine makers. The weekly event offers the community a chance to support local businesses, discover new favorites, and connect directly with the entrepreneurs shaping the future of Maine’s food economy. The market features free & easy parking and a great community. Shop small and be part of something big!
Fork Food Lab is a nonprofit food business incubator and shared commercial kitchen in South Portland, Maine that’s home to over 80 small businesses. Our mission is to support a just, diverse, and sustainable food economy by empowering food entrepreneurs with the space, resources, and community they need to thrive. Learn more at www.forkfoodlab.com

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Aug 29 Friday
Waterfall Arts Summer Art Market

Waterfall Arts

Every week through Sep 26, 2025.
Friday: 09:01 AM - 01:00 PM

Waterfall Arts Summer Art Market
The Belfast Art Market brings a rotating cast of talented Maine artists every Friday from June through September 9 AM – 1 PM, in conjunction with the original Belfast Farmer’s Market. Come by and check out the eclectic array of high-quality ceramics, clothing, jewelry, paintings, and more!
The Belfast Art Market at Waterfall Arts is a fantastic place for locals and tourists alike. Whether you’re visiting the area and looking for a special handmade Maine souvenir, or you’re a local looking for the perfect gift, the Belfast Art Market has something for you.

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Aug 29 Friday
Local Goods Market

Fork Food Lab

04:00 PM - 07:00 PM, every day through Oct 30, 2025.

Join us at our weekly Local Goods Market! Celebrate local food and community while supporting small businesses! Held every Thursday from 4–7pm, the Local Goods Market features hot food, beverages, baked goods, and specialty products from Fork Food Lab members and other Maine makers. The weekly event offers the community a chance to support local businesses, discover new favorites, and connect directly with the entrepreneurs shaping the future of Maine’s food economy. The market features free & easy parking and a great community. Shop small and be part of something big!
Fork Food Lab is a nonprofit food business incubator and shared commercial kitchen in South Portland, Maine that’s home to over 80 small businesses. Our mission is to support a just, diverse, and sustainable food economy by empowering food entrepreneurs with the space, resources, and community they need to thrive. Learn more at www.forkfoodlab.com

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Aug 30 Saturday
Local Goods Market

Fork Food Lab

04:00 PM - 07:00 PM, every day through Oct 30, 2025.

Join us at our weekly Local Goods Market! Celebrate local food and community while supporting small businesses! Held every Thursday from 4–7pm, the Local Goods Market features hot food, beverages, baked goods, and specialty products from Fork Food Lab members and other Maine makers. The weekly event offers the community a chance to support local businesses, discover new favorites, and connect directly with the entrepreneurs shaping the future of Maine’s food economy. The market features free & easy parking and a great community. Shop small and be part of something big!
Fork Food Lab is a nonprofit food business incubator and shared commercial kitchen in South Portland, Maine that’s home to over 80 small businesses. Our mission is to support a just, diverse, and sustainable food economy by empowering food entrepreneurs with the space, resources, and community they need to thrive. Learn more at www.forkfoodlab.com

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Aug 31 Sunday
- Community Events
- Farmers' Market
Lewiston Farmers' Market

Lewiston Farmers Market

Every week through Nov 23, 2025.
Sunday: 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM

The Lewiston Farmers' Market operates every Sunday, May through November, and will occur rain or shine. The Lewiston Farmers’ Market is proud to be able to offer community members farm fresh, local food and goods in a way that supports community well-being.

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Aug 31 Sunday
Local Goods Market

Fork Food Lab

04:00 PM - 07:00 PM, every day through Oct 30, 2025.

Join us at our weekly Local Goods Market! Celebrate local food and community while supporting small businesses! Held every Thursday from 4–7pm, the Local Goods Market features hot food, beverages, baked goods, and specialty products from Fork Food Lab members and other Maine makers. The weekly event offers the community a chance to support local businesses, discover new favorites, and connect directly with the entrepreneurs shaping the future of Maine’s food economy. The market features free & easy parking and a great community. Shop small and be part of something big!
Fork Food Lab is a nonprofit food business incubator and shared commercial kitchen in South Portland, Maine that’s home to over 80 small businesses. Our mission is to support a just, diverse, and sustainable food economy by empowering food entrepreneurs with the space, resources, and community they need to thrive. Learn more at www.forkfoodlab.com

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Sep 01 Monday
Local Goods Market

Fork Food Lab

04:00 PM - 07:00 PM, every day through Oct 30, 2025.

Join us at our weekly Local Goods Market! Celebrate local food and community while supporting small businesses! Held every Thursday from 4–7pm, the Local Goods Market features hot food, beverages, baked goods, and specialty products from Fork Food Lab members and other Maine makers. The weekly event offers the community a chance to support local businesses, discover new favorites, and connect directly with the entrepreneurs shaping the future of Maine’s food economy. The market features free & easy parking and a great community. Shop small and be part of something big!
Fork Food Lab is a nonprofit food business incubator and shared commercial kitchen in South Portland, Maine that’s home to over 80 small businesses. Our mission is to support a just, diverse, and sustainable food economy by empowering food entrepreneurs with the space, resources, and community they need to thrive. Learn more at www.forkfoodlab.com

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Sep 02 Tuesday
Local Goods Market

Fork Food Lab

04:00 PM - 07:00 PM, every day through Oct 30, 2025.

Join us at our weekly Local Goods Market! Celebrate local food and community while supporting small businesses! Held every Thursday from 4–7pm, the Local Goods Market features hot food, beverages, baked goods, and specialty products from Fork Food Lab members and other Maine makers. The weekly event offers the community a chance to support local businesses, discover new favorites, and connect directly with the entrepreneurs shaping the future of Maine’s food economy. The market features free & easy parking and a great community. Shop small and be part of something big!
Fork Food Lab is a nonprofit food business incubator and shared commercial kitchen in South Portland, Maine that’s home to over 80 small businesses. Our mission is to support a just, diverse, and sustainable food economy by empowering food entrepreneurs with the space, resources, and community they need to thrive. Learn more at www.forkfoodlab.com

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Sep 03 Wednesday
Local Goods Market

Fork Food Lab

04:00 PM - 07:00 PM, every day through Oct 30, 2025.

Join us at our weekly Local Goods Market! Celebrate local food and community while supporting small businesses! Held every Thursday from 4–7pm, the Local Goods Market features hot food, beverages, baked goods, and specialty products from Fork Food Lab members and other Maine makers. The weekly event offers the community a chance to support local businesses, discover new favorites, and connect directly with the entrepreneurs shaping the future of Maine’s food economy. The market features free & easy parking and a great community. Shop small and be part of something big!
Fork Food Lab is a nonprofit food business incubator and shared commercial kitchen in South Portland, Maine that’s home to over 80 small businesses. Our mission is to support a just, diverse, and sustainable food economy by empowering food entrepreneurs with the space, resources, and community they need to thrive. Learn more at www.forkfoodlab.com

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