Community Calendar

Mainers tend to take care of their own business, much to the chagrin of Gerard, the only cop on the island. When he finds evidence of foul play surrounding a recent death, things go hilariously amok and Gerard finds there's something sinister hiding behind the cozy vacation town he grew up in. Join us for this side-splitting comedy about murder and mayhem in Maine!

"[Askari] keeps the laughs coming fast and furiously in his new work." – Bangor Daily News

TICKETS ON SALE SEPTEMBER 16, 2025

REALLY is a play about mourning, intimacy, and the conflict between goodness and greatness as seen through the lens of photography.

“A New Home” is an original musical that tells the rich and complex history of Lewiston. Written and composed by Lewiston native Paul G. Caron and presented in 1995 for the Lewiston Bicentennial, this production brings to life the stories of Lewiston’s Indigenous, Irish, Franco-American, and African immigrant communities, whose contributions have shaped the city’s identity and culture. The sold-out performances of “Lewiston: A New Home” received wide acclaim for the show's musical score and the heartwarming authenticity of its stories. An original cast album was released in December 1995, and the show was performed again to sold-out audiences in 1996. In the thirty years since the original production, major events – both good and tragic - have occurred in Lewiston and are now represented in the musical’s revival to enhance its relevance and historical significance.

“A New Home” will run October 30-November 9, and all performances will be held at the Lewiston Middle School Auditorium.

Performance Dates:
October 30, 7:30 p.m.
November 1, 7:30 p.m.
November 2, 2:00 p.m.
November 6, 7:30 p.m.
November 7, 7:30 p.m.
November 8, 7:30 p.m.
November 9, 2:00 p.m.

Young children and their grown-ups are invited to spend an hour exploring nature together through stories, songs, art, and play. Ages 2-5, drop-ins may be available upon request, please call for availability.

Having the opportunity to care for prized heirlooms and family letters is a great joy but also a big responsibility. Whether you’re preserving your own family history or that of your community, how do you make sure you save it for the next generation? This class will briefly recap how to handle those heirlooms and where to display them in your house or historic building, as discussed in classes A2 and A3 of this series (not a prerequisite). It will then delve into cleaning techniques, proper storage or display of materials, and when to call the conservator rather than repair any damage yourself. Practice makes perfect, so bring an item that fits into a shoe box to try out the techniques we learn in class.

Join us in the Children's Room for music, movement, stories, and more, for children and their caregivers. Families welcome!

Join us at Libby Library in OOB for a new recurring program that will let your crafty side loose! Starting this October, we’ll be hosting Crafternoons on the first and third Friday at from 1:00 – 3:00 pm! This program is designed for adult crafters.

On the first Friday of the month, we’ll be doing a guided craft with instruction to make projects and learn techniques like decoupage and scrapbooking. On the third Friday of the month, there will be no guided project. It will be time to work on your own crafty projects (bring your supplies!) in the company of other crafters!

We will also be establishing a craft swap shelf with this program, so if you’ve got leftover supplies from crafts that no longer hold your interest, you are more than welcome to bring them with you to the library for other crafters to try out!

This program is free, open to the public, and no registration is required.

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.

Join us for our monthly evening paint ‘n’ sip workshops with instructor Erika Elizabeth at the Gilley for a fun evening of learning and art. Students are guided step by step through the process of painting, with plenty of explanation and instruction along the way.

Each month has a different theme and inspiration-painting. For November, it will be the sprightly little Tufted Titmouse on a branch surrounded by autumn berries.

Sip on wine, tea or seltzer as part of this adults-only class, which is suitable for artists of all levels who are at least 21 years old. All materials and beverages provided.