Mar 29 Friday
LINDA PACKARD: POEMS I MEANT TO WRITEJanuary 19 - May 3, 2024
Maine-based artist Linda Packard has created a new body of abstract paintings for the Zillman Art Museum’s exhibition Poems I Meant to Write. The show features large-scale works that measure up to six feet—the artist’s largest paintings to date. While the works are non-objective, Packard states that she “remains strongly informed by her many years as a plein air landscape painter,” and that she, “continues to be drawn to the same organic shapes, rich textures, and earthy palette.”
Packard’s gestural movements around the canvases are intuitive, her brushstrokes varied and sensitive. The paintings highlight the physical properties of oil paint as rich surfaces emerge through a series of layers and revision. The artist also uses pigment sticks, charcoal, crayon pencils and graphite to diversify the texture and quality of her marks.
In line with the expressive spirit of earlier Abstract Expressionist painters, Packard’s works convey both energy and mood. By combining well-defined marks that seem to hover atop other thin, veil-like passages, she has created implied environments that give the illusion of deep space. Upstairs by the China Lamp, with its palette of crimson tones and glimmers of peachy-orange, has a fiery intensity; while vivid blues combine with grayed undertones to evoke atmospheric associations in When Hope Was Returned to Me.
This exhibition is funded in part by a grant from the Maine Arts Commission, an independent state agency supported by the National Endowment for the Arts, and a grant from the City of Bangor Commission on Cultural Development.
Image: Linda Packard, Upstairs By The China Lamp, 2023, Oil on canvas, Courtesy of the artist
Flock to the Gilley for a fun and informative few hours with Seth Benz, the bird ecology director at Schoodic Institute. Seth will delve into research and share current sightings and insights. Bring your own questions and curiosity, a favorite bird-related reading, or your latest observations. Depending on weather, the group might go for a bird-sighting walk outside.
Registration is required.
What if we could eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries, while increasing safe, healthy, equitable mobility for all? This is the premise behind Vision Zero, a strategy to change how we approach and think about safety and improving our roadway environment. Vision Zero brings together a range of stakeholders to address issues of safety, encouraging collaboration among local traffic planners and engineers, policymakers, and public health professionals.
Join us as we welcome Rick Harbison (Senior Planner & Data Manager for the Greater Portland Council of Governments (GPCOG) and Paul Drinan (Vision Zero Maine) to discuss Vision Zero, and what it could mean for policy and infrastructure in the State of Maine.
Register here: https://www.bikemaine.org/event/webinar-vision-zero/
Friday, March 1st
1:00 p.m. Beyond the Arctic Circle/Aurora Storm
7:00 p.m. Beyond the Arctic Circle/Aurora Storm
8:30 p.m. Laser Show: “Dark Side of the Moon”
Saturday, March 2nd
1:00 p.m. Greek Myths in the Night Sky
Sunday, March 3rd
1:00 p.m Beyond the Arctic Circle/Aurora Storm
2:00 p.m. Laser Show: Laser Beatles
Monday, March 4th
1:00 p.m. Totality
Tuesday, March 5th
Wednesday, March 6th
Thursday, March 7th
Friday, March 8th
7:00 p.m. Totality
8:30 p.m. Laser Show: “The Wall”
Saturday, March 9th
No laser show today
Sunday, March 10th
2:00 p.m. Laser Show: Laser Magic
Monday, March 11th
Tuesday, March 12th
Wednesday, March 13th
Thursday, March 14th
1:00 p.m. Magic of the Other World
Friday, March 15th
7:00 p.m. Magic of the Other World
8:30 p.m. Laser Show: Laser Magic
Saturday, March 16th
7:00 p.m Night of Eire
Sunday, March 17th
2:00 p.m. Laser Show: Laser Perseus/Laser Mania
Monday, March 18th
Tuesday, March 19th
Wednesday, March 20th
Thursday, March 21st
Friday, March 22nd
Saturday, March 23rd
Sunday, March 24th
Monday, March 25th
Tuesday, March 26th
Wednesday, March 27th
Thursday, March 28th
Friday, March 29th
8:30 p.m Laser Show: “The Wall”
Saturday, March 30th
2:00 p.m. Laser Show: “Laser Magic”
Sunday, March 31st
Our popular carving club is in full flight and continues year-round. This regular time to meet with other carvers of all skill levels, mentored by master carver Steve Valleau, is a free members-only benefit. Memberships begin at $50 per year. Or get a special Winter Pass for just $25 good for Jan. 5-April 27. To become a member, visit our website https://www.wendellgilleymuseum.org/join
Artist, Robert Cabeca, is exhibiting his first show at The Portland Media Center Gallery. Robert started creating acrylic and mixed media paintings about 3 years ago and has gained a large following in that time.
Most of his works are abstract and existential based on meditation and energy work.
Spirit In Bloom Gallery Exhibit
Now through March 2024At Portland Media Center Gallery516 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101Fridays 3pm to 6pmSaturdays 12pm to 4pmSundays 12pm to 4pm
https://www.robbyart.com
BAAM at The Gem presents the Inaugural Artists in Motion Film Festival, a curated evening of dance films for all. Friday, March 29th at 6:00 pm, doors open at 5:00 pm.
This evening will highlight dance films with a connection to the state of Maine and some of the region’s best dancers, filmmakers, and creatives. Whether you fondly remember the Golden Age of MGM Hollywood or love learning the latest TikTok dances, this will be an exciting evening. Following the film screenings will be a talkback where audience members are welcome to ask the filmmakers questions and a closing dance party with themed cocktails. This event is produced by local dancer and choreographer, Christina Belinsky, in collaboration with Bethel Area Arts & Music.
Doors at 5:00 pm
Film Festival at 6:00
Q&A to follow
Dance party to close the night
Calling all Pre-K* to 3rd grade families!
You're invited to see what Girl Scouts has to offer—and have some fun with our Pollinator and Friends! Girl Scouts can be themselves, have fun with friends, and change the world—all in an inclusive and safe environment.
During the event, we will:• Provide two FREE hands-on activities to sample our program pillars (STEM, Outdoors, Entrepreneurship, and Life Skills)• Discuss ways to participate, including: o Join as an individually registered Girl Scout. o Join an existing troop in your community. o Starting a new troop—we'll help you succeed!• Answer your questions and provide details on how to get started.
*Girls entering kindergarten in the fall of 2024 can join starting April 1st.
Enjoy an eclectic mix of live piano music Friday evenings in an upscale environment with great food and exceptional service. Reservations suggested.