Summer 2024:
Saturdays & Wednesdays
April 20, 2024- Nov 27, 2024
Deering Oaks Park, 7*am-1pm.
*November markets will open at 8am.
Summer 2024:
Saturdays & Wednesdays
April 20, 2024- Nov 27, 2024
Deering Oaks Park, 7*am-1pm.
*November markets will open at 8am.
encountered by persons with vision impairment or blindness and plays a critical part in emphasizing the importance of establishing a safe environment for individuals who use a white cane or guide dog.
Open to all visitors 9 am – 4 pm. Reservations are required to guarantee admission.
Celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day at CMTM! Visit Ckuwaponahkiyik Atkuhkakonol: Wabanaki Storytelling Through Art and Traditions. This outdoor exhibit celebrates and highlights Wabanaki storytelling and art traditions that have been part of this cultural landscape that we currently call Maine for over 12,000 years. From 10 am – 11 am we are excited to have the return of the Burnurwubskek Singers from Penobscot Nation who will be drumming and sharing songs and stories from their 25 years of being a drum group.
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Included with Admission.
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Location: The Gather Lawn
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Please check the chalkboard upon arrival for a full list of times and activities.
Summer 2024:
Saturdays & Wednesdays
April 20, 2024- Nov 27, 2024
Deering Oaks Park, 7*am-1pm.
*November markets will open at 8am.
This class is designed for women survivors of trauma, including those experiencing chronic pain. The focus of this class is to befriend our bodies through movement, breath, and self-awareness to help regulate the nervous system, manage stress, and cultivate a sense of calm and groundedness. We will explore sensations of comfort and ease and emphasize listening to our own body’s wisdom, needs, and boundaries in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. We believe in the healing power of community and connection.
This class offers a supportive space for you to connect with fellow participants who share similar experiences and challenges. We will foster a sense of belonging and solidarity as we journey together towards healing and growth.
No prior experience of yoga is required! All women are welcome.
What to Expect—
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Participants can choose to be on a mat or in a chair depending on their level of comfort.
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Classes begin with breathing exercises and warm-up movements that are widely accessible for various levels of mobility
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Maria will guide participants through a program to stretch, strengthen, and balance their bodies.
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Each class will end with deep relaxation.
Learn more about Maria!
Summer 2024:
Saturdays & Wednesdays
April 20, 2024- Nov 27, 2024
Deering Oaks Park, 7*am-1pm.
*November markets will open at 8am.
Get ready Portland! Stay tuned for more details as we get closer to the date.
Live apple pressing & more!
Apple Olympics
Local makers
Live music
Fundraising
Raffles
Food trucks
THE PORTLAND LANTERN WALK
Where Art Illuminates CommunitY
The Portland Lantern Walk is more than an event; it celebrates community, culture, and creativity. Our mission is to light the way for a brighter, more connected, and culturally enriched Portland, where every lantern represents a story and every participant is a cherished member of our diverse and vibrant family.
Illuminate the Night: We bring light to the darkness symbolically and literally by encouraging participants to craft and carry lanterns of their own design. These radiant lanterns transform our public park into a mesmerizing spectacle, sparking wonder and introspection.
Cultivate Togetherness: We aim to bridge divides and nurture a sense of belonging among all members of our community. We celebrate our differences and find strength in our shared humanity by gathering people from different backgrounds.
Honor Tradition and Innovation: We respect lantern festival traditions while embracing innovation in design and creativity. Participants blend old and new techniques, creating an ever-evolving event that changes each year in response to our shared experiences.
Support Local Arts and Culture: We provide a platform for local artists, musicians, and performers to showcase their talents, enriching our city’s cultural ecosystem. We foster an environment that values and nurtures the arts.
Promote Sustainability: We are committed to environmental responsibility and encourage using sustainable materials in lantern-making. We also promote responsible disposal practices to preserve our natural surroundings.
Create Lasting Memories: The Portland Lantern Walk aims to create enduring memories for participants of all ages. It’s an annual tradition that brings joy, inspiration, and wonder to our community.
The Portland Lantern Walk is a public art program that connects our community to one of the most inspired and precious green spaces in Portland, Maine: Deering Oaks Park.
Your tax-deductible donation allows us to produce this large scale community event along with multiple free, high quality lantern making workshops that are accessible to all ages, all abilities, all languages and cultures.
Help us keep this work going with a donation today!
Summer 2024:
Saturdays & Wednesdays
April 20, 2024- Nov 27, 2024
Deering Oaks Park, 7*am-1pm.
*November markets will open at 8am.