Community Calendar

*Owlbear’s Rest & Cthulhu Present…*
The Caverns of Thracia
by Jennell Jaquays

Come and experience one of the classic early D&D adventure modules. Explore a branching, non-linear, reactive dungeon inhabited by multiple factions and loot their stuff ! Utilizing Basic D&D for simple character creation and a rules light approach.

Casual drop-in/drop-out play — come when you can!
No RPG experience necessary!

📅 Every other Saturday, 5–9 PM (No session 8/9)
💲 $10 per player per session
📍 In the Druid's Grove at Owlbear’s Rest
Grab your dice. Explore the depths. Steal from lizard cultists.

The Caverns await…

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize. Wilder's timeless tale of the tiny tragedies and victories of small town life resonates across the ages. Return to Grover's Corners, neighbor, and join us for this moving, heartfelt classic.

"Thornton Wilder's Masterwork" – Time Out New York

TICKETS ON SALE FEBRUARY 17, 2026

For the past 20 years, Dimensions in Jazz has celebrated National Poetry Month by teaming great American poets with great American jazz musicians to stunning effect. Portland Conservatory of Music is delighted to continue this tradition.

These shows are generously presented with support from four Anonymous Sponsors.

Contradance for all ages and abilities, all dances taught, no partner needed.

This American Legion Post #36 Breakfast Buffet has been a tradition spanning many years now. Aside from a few minor unforeseen and unavoidable changes, most everything else remains the same. All who enter the Legion Hall doors on a Breakfast Buffet Sunday, will get a great meal for a fair price/donation, get to see old friends and/or family, or meet someone interesting for the first time. The menu items have satisfied many folks over the years, and I have no doubt that this year will be no different. So come and enjoy the Legion Buffet Breakfast this season, enjoy the food, enjoy the camaraderie, and learn how you (Yes, You) can play a key role in this year's breakfast season - or next year's season. There are a number of very important people who make these breakfasts a success each year, if you have any interest in becoming a volunteer or member of the breakfast crew - ask for the least important person in the mix (Christopher) when you arrive for breakfast. These breakfast buffets take place every other Sunday starting on April 2, 2025.

On Sunday, April 26th, 2026 at FirstPark in Oakland at 9:00 am, people will be running or walking in solidarity against the harsh reality of the impact of sexual violence in our Maine communities. Inspired by the current Maine statistic of an estimated ONE in FIVE people in Maine have been affected by sexual violence (Muskie School of Public Policy, Maine Crime Victimizations Rates, 2011), the Sexual Assault Crisis & Support Center is hosting the 15th annual One in Five 5k race. You can choose to sign up for the virtual race which we have extended to May 10th, or you can join us at FirstPark on April 26th. This event is taking place in the month of April to honor Sexual Assault Awareness Month!

Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome! Strollers are welcome! Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/ME/Oakland/OneinFive5K

Learn the wonderful game of Mah Jongg! Join master player and instructor Judi Slotsky for this 6-session, beginner-level course, which meets Tuesday mornings from 9:00-11:00 PM, starting on March 24th.

Classes meet March 24 - April 28.

Tuition: $48 – JCA Members | $60 – General Public

Advanced registration required by Friday, March 13th.

Limited to 12 students. Minimum of 4 students required to hold the course.

Please note: All students will need to purchase the 2026 Mah Jongg card to participate, available to order directly from the National Mah Jongg League at https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/store.aspx#

Join Us! We invite you to participate in our programs and events. If you have any specific needs or questions about how we can make your experience more meaningful and accessible, please reach out to us at jca@mainejewish.org. Together, we can build a community where everyone feels valued and supported.

Owlbear’s Rest is usually an escape from adulting for grown-ups—except on Sunday mornings! Bring the whole crew for a game-filled adventure that’s perfect for adventurers of any age. Your little halflings can enjoy a warm steamer while you sip on a well-earned latte (oat milk available!).

Family gaming time starts here!

✨ Keep an eye on our social media—some sessions will feature special organized activities just for kiddos!

"Off the Charts", a Portland-based jazz quartet, will be playing the last Sunday of each month through May 2025 at brunch at Lenny's Pub, Hawkes Plaza, 1274 Bridgton Road, Westbrook, ME. Brunch is from 10-2; music, 11 to 1:30.

“Off the Charts” is Kenny Gaspar, piano and trumpet; Rick Bernard, bass; Rusty Quinn, drums; and Mike Banas, guitar. While their influences include everything from Bebop to Blues to Chet Baker, their primary repertoire is drawn from that genre of music known as the “Great American Songbook” – the canon of significant early 20th century jazz standards and pop tunes (Ellington, Porter, Kern, Mercer, Arlen, et al.)

Enhance strength, balance and body awareness in this classical Pilates series at the JCA. Led by classically trained and certified instructor Becca Asen, each session focuses on mindful and controlled movements and proper alignment. Rooted in Joseph Pilates’ six core principles — centering, control, concentration, flow, breath, and precision — this method offers benefits for all bodies and abilities.

Participants are welcome to attend any number of classes in the series. Yoga mats will be provided, but participants are also welcome to bring their own. No prior experience is necessary; all abilities are welcome, ages 13+. Class punch cards are available for purchase at the front desk. With a punch card, you buy 10 classes and get the 11th class for free! Punch cards never expire and may be redeemed for any class with Becca Asen at the JCA.

General public - $15 per class | JCA members - $12 per class.

Maximum of 10 students per class