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Things to do around Portland today
Our Town Experience Thornton Wilder's Pulitzer Prize-winning classic exploring small-town life through the interconnected stories of families in Grover's Corners.
Theatre & Movies
Accessible Beginner Birding Join Maine Audubon for an inclusive beginner birding experience featuring flat, accessible routes with frequent rest stops and binocular instruction.
Education
Family Fun at Gilsland Farm Young children and their caregivers explore nature together through stories, songs, art, and outdoor play at Maine Audubon's Gilsland Farm.
Family & Kids
USM Men's Lacrosse vs. UMass Boston The University of Southern Maine Huskies compete against UMass Boston in a home men's lacrosse match.
Sports
One Night of Queen Experience Gary Mullen & The Works performing a Queen tribute featuring the legendary Magic Tour setlist with authentic costumes and staging.
Music
USM Baseball vs. Endicott The University of Southern Maine baseball team hosts Endicott College for a home game.
Sports
Maine Mariners vs. Worcester Railers Watch the Maine Mariners take the ice for a Wicked Wednesday game at Cross Insurance Arena in Portland.
Sports
Willows Explore native willow species and their ecological importance in Maine's rivers and wetlands through an informative webinar led by Andrew Tufts.
Education
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Events for the rest of this week
USM Men's Tennis vs. Rhode Island College The University of Southern Maine men's tennis team competes against Rhode Island College in a home match.
Sports
Saturday
After Hours Library Night Explore books, enjoy refreshments, and connect with fellow readers during extended library hours celebrating National Library Week.
Arts
Tuesday
USM Men's Tennis vs. Salem State The University of Southern Maine men's tennis team competes against Salem State University in a conference matchup.
Sports
Tuesday
USM Softball vs. Plymouth State The University of Southern Maine softball team hosts Plymouth State University for a doubleheader matchup in conference play.
Sports
Tuesday
Birding Basics Online Explore essential birding topics over 17 weeks in this free online series covering identification, migration, ethics, and more.
Education
Tuesday
Election of 1892 - Cumbia vs. Rocko The Campfire Cowboy, Church of Magic, and The Womps perform at this all-ages music event at the Apohadion Theater.
Music
Monday
Numbskull Revolution Watch director Jon Moritsugu's first film in over a decade, a satirical sci-fi film featuring conceptual artists in a dystopian future, followed by a live discussion with the filmmaker.
Arts
Monday
USM Baseball vs. MIT The University of Southern Maine baseball team takes on MIT in a home game at the university's athletic facility.
Sports
Sunday
Remy Brecht / An Anderson / The Asthmatic / Rhys Catch live music from Remy Brecht, An Anderson, The Asthmatic, and Rhys at Apohadion Theater for an all-ages evening.
Music
Sunday
The Antlers Experience The Antlers performing their new album Blight with supporting act Tōth at Portland House of Music.
Music
Saturday
Mary Fahl Experience the powerful contralto voice of Mary Fahl, formerly of October Project, as she reinterprets songs from her greatest musical inspirations in an intimate concert.
Music
Saturday
Nature Walk & Book Talk Join a guided nature walk and book discussion led by Melia Coletta exploring children's literature connected to the land at Wolfe's Neck Center.
Arts
Saturday
Big Ol' Feelings Family Sing-along Musician Luana Coté-Noel leads an engaging afternoon of singalongs, stories, and interactive music for young children at SPACE in Portland.
Family & Kids
Saturday
Emo Night Local musicians perform favorite pop alternative, punk, and emo tunes from the late 1990s and early 2000s at Aura in Portland.
Music
Saturday
The Dark & Dirty Show Experience an evening of bold, edgy comedy featuring comedians performing their unrestricted material at Empire Comedy Club.
Miscellaneous
Thursday
USM Women's Lacrosse vs. Rhode Island College The University of Southern Maine women's lacrosse team plays Rhode Island College in a home game featuring Senior Day celebrations.
Sports
Saturday
Beginner Bird Walks Aspiring birders can learn identification skills and explore trails at Maine Audubon's Gilsland Farm with experienced naturalists.
Education
Saturday
Jake Xerxes Fussell Catch Jake Xerxes Fussell and Sam Amidon perform live at Portland House of Music in an evening of music.
Music
Friday
An Evening with Chris Smither Experience an intimate concert featuring folk-rock legend Chris Smither performing songs from his album All About the Bones at One Longfellow Square in Portland.
Music
Friday
McCoy Mrubata & Gary Wittner Celebrate two decades of cross-continental jazz collaboration between South African saxophonist McCoy Mrubata and guitarist Gary Wittner at SPACE.
Music
Friday
Dogs In A Pile Experience the psychedelic jazz-funk rock of Dogs In A Pile, a prolific touring band delivering energetic original music and beloved repertoire.
Music
Friday
Palaver Strings Experience Palaver Strings performing "Dancing Home", an evening exploring heritage, belonging, and resilience through dance at Mechanics' Hall.
Arts
Thursday
USM Softball vs. Bowdoin Watch the University of Southern Maine Huskies face Bowdoin College in a doubleheader softball matchup.
Sports
Thursday
Maine Dead Project's Half Dead Experience live music from Maine Dead Project at Portland House of Music for an evening of entertainment.
Music
Thursday
Portland Jazz Orchestra Experience Maine's premier concert jazz ensemble perform an evolving mix of instrumental and vocal jazz alongside the Falmouth High School Jazz Ensemble.
Music
Thursday
USM Baseball vs. Bowdoin The University of Southern Maine Huskies take on Bowdoin College in a home baseball game.
Sports
Thursday
Willows at Gilsland Farm Explore riparian plant communities and observe willows in bloom with a Maine Audubon naturalist at Gilsland Farm in Falmouth.
Education
Thursday
SPOTS Comedy Showcase Experience a fast-paced comedy showcase featuring rising and established comedians hosted by Caleb Theodore Sherman with opportunities for open performers.
Miscellaneous
Thursday
Open DJ Night DJs of all skill levels bring records, CDs, or controllers to perform and experiment with different genres and styles in an open format.
Music
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