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Mar 12 Thursday
Drop-in Mahjongg game (every week when enough players rsvp and library is open).All levels of experience welcome (beginners given instruction).We play Asian/Chinese style (easier to learn than American mahjong & no need to purchase annual card).We have multiple sets of tiles, so can accommodate extra players.RSVP: text/call [207-572-2414](tel:207-572-2414) to confirm group is meeting on any given date. Or take a chance and drop-in (same time as Library's boardgame event so other games can be played).
Our monthly spaghetti supper offers community and spaghetti (meat or veggie sauce), salad, garlic bread, and BUMC’s famous pies. Donation only. A portion of proceeds goes to MCHPP. We hope you will join us regularly.
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
On March 12th, in the Atrium Gallery at USM Lewiston, we will celebrate the opening of “Through Our Eyes: Franco-Artists Looking at the World.”
The exhibit will be on view through the beginning of May, and will feature the works of working Franco artists Joyce Coyne, Jeanelle Demers, Mercedes Gastonguay, Sean Hasey, Anita Poulin, Linda Clavette Quigley, and Franco artists of the past, including Raoul Nadeau.
Following a short reception where refreshments will be served, the artists will speak about their creative process and how their Franco identity impacts their art.
Mar 13 Friday
Make Ugly Duckling your official Friday night destination this winter. We are hosting the ultimate RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 18 Viewing Party every single week for the entire 14-episode run!
Hosted by the fabulous Letta Dicken, this isn't just a watch party—it’s a weekly community event. Skip the chaos of downtown and come to the West End for a night of shade, laughter, and killer food.
What to expect every Friday:
The Show: We screen every new episode live at 8:00 PM.
The Sips: Weekly drink specials like our "Duckarita" and Espresso Martinis.
The Eats: Full dinner service available all night—smash burgers, haute-dogs, and late-night snacks.
The Vibe: No cover, no attitude, just a great start to your weekend.
Whether you follow every queen or just want a fun place to socialize, everyone is welcome.
Reservations are highly recommended every week!
Dervish has received a prestigious lifetime achievement award from the BBC, a fitting tribute to the band after over 30 years of recording and performing all over the world. Described by the BBC as “an icon of Irish music”, the band have played at festivals from Rio to Glastonbury. They accompanied the Irish President on state visits to Latvia and Lithuania and Prime Minister of Ireland on a trade mission to China as Cultural Ambassadors taking time out to play an impromptu session on the Great Wall of China. Dervish have a line-up which includes some of Ireland’s finest traditional musicians, fronted by one of the country’s best-known singers, Cathy Jordan. The Guardian newspaper commented: “Dervish are simply brilliant. . they carry Irish history with them.” Dervish are long-established as one of the biggest names in Irish music internationally. They’re renowned for live performances, which match dazzling sets of tunes with stunning interpretations of traditional songs. Their studio and live albums – 13 to date – make up one of the outstanding catalogues in Irish music.
🎤 Friday Night Comedy Showcase!A packed lineup of local favorites and traveling comics bringing fresh jokes, big laughs, and a fast-paced night of stand-up. You never know who’ll take the stage — but they’re all here to entertain you!
Join us at the Great Falls Comedy Club, 34 Court St, Auburn, ME, inside Craft Brew Underground, voted "Maine's Best Beer Bar".
Ages 18+, Seating at 7:00pm! Cash bar and food available at 4pm.
Make Laughter a Priority.
*Lineup subject to change
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Mar 14 Saturday
A two-day board game convention! We will have a library of games, a kids' block, or you can bring your favorite to play. Check our site for more details!
Experience the fun and magic of theater on Saturday mornings with Play Me a Story! Ages 4 – 10 enjoy a performance of children’s stories followed by an interactive acting workshop with Portland Stage’s Education Artists for $15. Sign up for the month and save or pick individual days that work for you. Financial aid is available. Build literacy, encourage creativity and spark dramatic dreams!
Play Me a Story takes place in person at Portland Stage’s Theater for Kids on Saturday mornings from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Doors open at 10:00, 10:30 performance, followed by an interactive workshop from 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM, with everything wrapped up by 12:00 PM.
All books featured in Play Me a Story are presented with permission from the publishers and/or authors.