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  • Portland's Spring Week: Art, Punk, and Vibrant Nights Await

    Portland's Spring Week: Art, Punk, and Vibrant Nights Await
    Mar 29 2026
    Hey Portland listeners, grab your cozy layers because spring is whispering in, and this week in Portland, Maine, is packed with vibes to shake off the chill. Today, Sunday March 29th, kick things off at the Portland Art Museum's Look With Me sessions from noon to 3 p.m. every half hour. It's all about diving deep into one artwork at a time, sharing your thoughts with fellow art lovers—no experience needed, just your eyes and ideas. General admission gets you in, and it's the perfect low-key way to spark creativity right here in our artsy heart.

    If you're feeling the punk energy from last night's Downtown Boys show at SPACE Gallery on Congress Street—where Rolling Stone calls them America's most exciting punk band, joined by local art-punk heroes Red Eft and Bait Bag—hop over to Geno's Rock Club tonight for their Queer Club night running till 1 a.m. Doors at 8 p.m., it's a safe, sweaty dance party celebrating all things fabulous.

    Monday March 30th brings Punk Rock Karaoke back to Geno's at 8 p.m.—belt out your favorites with a live band, no judgment, just pure chaotic fun every Monday night. Then, look ahead to Friday the 13th—wait, no, that's next week, but the metal madness starts building with Viqueen, Krull, One Hundred Thorns, and Karate Steve slamming the stage at Geno's from 7 p.m., doors open early for the 21-plus crowd.

    Don't miss the Good Theater's Lend Me a Soprano, a screwball comedy lighting up stages right now—National Today reports it's bringing hilarious high notes to Portland theaters this season. And for movie nostalgia, catch Stand By Me: The Film and Its Stars 40 Years Later at a venue near Arlene Schnitzer vibes, though tickets are hot for that 7:30 p.m. screening.

    Eco-enthusiasts, yesterday's Green Home + Energy Show at The Point Community Center in South Portland wrapped with EV expos, workshops, and sustainable landscaping tips from Green & Healthy Maine Homes—catch the buzz and plan your green upgrades. PortTIX has more brewing like An Evening with David Sedaris, Brahms Double Concerto, Cabaret, and Melissa Etheridge hits—check their lineup for exact dates this week.

    Portland's alive with music, laughs, and protests echoing from Saturday's No Kings rallies downtown, per Press Herald live updates. Dive in, listeners—whether you're moshing, musing, or mingling, this week's got your name on it.

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  • Portland This Weekend: Democracy Rally, Comedy, and Spring Birding

    Portland This Weekend: Democracy Rally, Comedy, and Spring Birding
    Mar 28 2026
    Hey listeners, welcome to your go-to guide for what's popping in Portland, Maine, today through the weekend of March 28th, 2026. It's a vibrant Saturday morning here in the heart of the city, and we've got activism, laughs, and community vibes to dive into—perfect for shaking off the late winter chill.

    Kicking off today, the big one is the No Kings Rally in Monument Square at 456 Congress Street, running from 11am to 2pm, according to Democracy Maine and Munjoy Hill News. This nonviolent direct action protest, hosted across Maine with 57 events statewide per ActivateMaine via Amy Macdonald's Maine Matters Substack, features an open mic at 11am, music from the Maine Ideal Band at 11:30am, a rally at noon, and a march at 1pm through the Old Port past Senator Susan Collins' office. ACLU of Maine will be there handing out Know Your Rights info, with peacekeepers ensuring it's safe and family-friendly—bring noisemakers and posters, but skip the flag poles. It's all about standing up for democracy, as families rally against fear-mongering policies.

    If comedy's more your speed this evening, head to Battery Steele Brewing for Next Stop Comedy's stand-up show starting at 7pm. Fresh lineups of top comedians promise big laughs in a cozy brewery spot—grab a pint and unwind.

    Looking ahead to the rest of the week, keep an eye on University of Southern Maine's campus scene just south of Portland. Their Pack Chat blog highlights ongoing March fun like the Banned Book Fair with raffles, Le’Cha bubble tea, and challenged titles, plus Shrek Fest packed with green waffles, games, a painting contest, and a costume showdown—layers encouraged for that ogre energy.

    Birders, Maine Birding Field Notes reports a hot flock of 110 Bohemian Waxwings (with a couple Cedar Waxwings) spotted in nearby Gardiner earlier this week on multiflora rose behind a Summer Street parking lot—prime time to chase migrants around Portland's edges.

    PortTIX has tickets for hot shows like An Evening with David Sedaris, Brahms Double Concerto, English Baroque, Cabaret, Marilyn Crispell & Harvey Sorgen, and Melissa Etheridge—check their site for exact dates this week.

    Whether you're marching for change, cracking up at comedy, or hunting waxwings, Portland's alive with energy. Bundle up, get out there, and make memories.

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  • Your Ultimate Guide to Portland Maine This Weekend: Music, Comedy, and Adventure Await

    Your Ultimate Guide to Portland Maine This Weekend: Music, Comedy, and Adventure Await
    Mar 27 2026
    Hey listeners, welcome to your ultimate guide for what's popping in Portland, Maine today and through the weekend. It's Friday, March 27th, and the city's buzzing with music, laughs, and adventure—grab your calendars because you won't want to miss this!

    Kick off tonight at 7 PM with Fantasy & Folklore from the Osher School of Music at the Crewe Center for the Arts, where enchanting tales come alive through strings and songs, according to PortTix.com. Music lovers, head to One Longfellow Square for Big Richard at 8 PM, delivering high-energy vibes that ConcertFix calls a must-see. Comedy fans, Chelsea Handler's High and Mighty Tour hits the State Theatre at 8 PM—Ticketmaster reports tickets are flying, so snag yours for her razor-sharp takes. And don't skip the Portland Museum of Art at 6 PM for A Grower's Perspective on Flower Farming in Maine with Dr. Ankit K. Singh, a free talk on local blooms straight from UMaine's calendar. If you're up for slopes, join Ski Sunday River starting at 9 AM, a full-day trip organized by MOAC for powder hounds.

    Saturday, March 28th explodes with options. Catch Mike Gordon at the State Theatre at 8 PM, or the Portland Symphony Orchestra's Brahms Double Concerto at Merrill Auditorium at 7 PM—ConcertFix highlights these as top picks with Morihiko Nakahara conducting. Indie rockers, Tigers Jaw rocks Space Gallery at 8 PM, while Hunter Hayes brings country fire to Aura at 8 PM. Tribute bands rule too: Rose Alley honors Jerry Garcia at Bayside Bowl, and Little Lies channels Fleetwood Mac at One Longfellow Square. Theater buffs, Portland Players wraps Little Women: The Musical this final weekend, per Portland Old Port's guide—perfect for a vibrant night out.

    Sunday keeps the momentum with Pine State Pitches' 4th Annual Concert at One Longfellow Square at 7:30 PM, and more comedy like Mae Martin at the State Theatre. Weekdays ahead, March 30th to April 3rd, dive into ongoing shows and street sweeping reminders from PortlandMaine.gov—move those cars for clean streets!

    Portland's serving non-stop fun, from intimate venues to big arenas. Get out there, dance, laugh, and soak it in.

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  • Portland This Week: Art, Films, Markets and Baseball Season Ahead

    Portland This Week: Art, Films, Markets and Baseball Season Ahead
    Mar 26 2026
    Right now at the Portland Museum of Art, the Art in Bloom Members Hour is happening from nine to ten in the morning, giving you a perfect opportunity to start your day surrounded by beautiful floral arrangements and artistic inspiration. If you can't make that early morning event, stick around because later today at one o'clock, the PMA Films series is showing The President's Cake, a compelling film that runs until two forty-five. This is your last chance to catch this screening, so if you've been thinking about it, today's the day.

    Looking ahead to the rest of the week and into the weekend, Portland has some fantastic options brewing. The travel and tourism folks over at Travel Portland are highlighting that this weekend from March twenty-seventh through the twenty-ninth is packed with seasonal festivals, dining experiences, live music, and sports. One major highlight they're promoting is the return of Portland Saturday Market, which brings that vibrant community energy that locals and visitors absolutely love.

    If you're a baseball fan, mark your calendars for later this season because the Portland Sea Dogs have unveiled one of the most extensive promotional schedules in franchise history. They've got ten fireworks shows planned throughout the summer, including back-to-back displays on July third and fourth to celebrate America's two hundred fiftieth birthday. The team will transform into Maine-inspired alternate identities like the Maine Candlepins and Maine Whoopie Pies, and themed nights will include everything from Harry Potter Night to Star Wars Night to Grateful Dead Night. The Sea Dogs open their home season on April seventh at Delta Dental Park at Hadlock Field, and kids get in free on opening day.

    For those looking for live entertainment happening soon, the Star Theater on Northwest Sixth Avenue in Portland is hosting the SYX Reunion with American Me and The Adio Sequence on Saturday, June sixth at eight-thirty in the evening. Tickets go on sale March twenty-seventh, and it's a twenty-one and up show.

    So whether you're catching a film this afternoon, exploring what's happening this weekend with the Saturday Market and other seasonal activities, or planning ahead for baseball season and live music events, Portland has something wonderful waiting for you. Thanks so much for tuning in, and please subscribe for more things to do around town. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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  • Portland's Week Ahead: Art, Community Celebrations, and Family Fun

    Portland's Week Ahead: Art, Community Celebrations, and Family Fun
    Mar 25 2026
    Hey Portland listeners, it's your friendly guide to the best happenings in town this week, starting right now on this crisp Wednesday in March. Kick things off this afternoon with the Winter Bash 2026 at the Portland Museum of Art on 7 Congress Square. From 3 to 6 PM, dive into Art in Bloom's member event, where floral displays burst with color amid vibrant vibes—perfect for shaking off the winter chill with fellow art lovers.

    As evening hits, head to the Trans Day of Visibility Celebration, according to ffizzi.com events. Kicking off at 5 PM and running till 7, this joyful gathering features live music, dancing, art-making, and light refreshments. It's a heartfelt way to honor and celebrate the trans community right here in Portland—bring your dancing shoes and an open heart.

    Then, at 6 PM, nurses and friends, don't miss Horizon's 40th Celebration Nurse's Night Out at Oxbow Blending & Bottling on 49 Washington Avenue. The Portland nursing network reports it's a festive toast to four decades of hard work, with drinks, laughs, and good company in the Old Port—cheers to our healthcare heroes!

    Swing into the weekend with family fun on Saturday, March 28. Portland Parks and Recreation invites everyone to the 4th Annual Egg Scramble at Payson Park from 10 AM to noon. Picture this: kids and grown-ups scrambling for thousands of colorful eggs, prizes hidden inside, and springtime energy filling the air. It's free, festive, and the ultimate hunt to welcome warmer days.

    Looking ahead, keep your calendars marked for Mast Landing's Wavy Days Beer Fest on June 27 at Thompson's Point, as listed on Portland Old Port events. But for now, this week packs a punch with art, community spirit, and local brews. Whether you're dancing, hunting eggs, or toasting milestones, Portland's got that perfect mix of cozy and electric.

    Grab a coffee from a waterfront spot, bundle up for these indoor-outdoor gems, and make memories with friends or solo adventures. Your city's alive with these one-of-a-kind moments—get out there and dive in!

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  • Portland's Weekend Guide: Basketball, Live Music, and Maple Magic This Sunday

    Portland's Weekend Guide: Basketball, Live Music, and Maple Magic This Sunday
    Mar 22 2026
    Hey listeners, welcome to your go-to guide for what's popping in Portland, Maine, today, Sunday, March 22, 2026, and through the rest of this week and weekend. Spring vibes are hitting hard with sports thrills, live tunes, and sweet maple magic—let's dive into the fun.

    Kick off your day with high-energy action at the Portland Expo, where the Maine Celtics take on the Cleveland Charge at noon. National Today reports this NBA G League clash features up-and-coming stars from the Boston Celtics affiliate battling the Cleveland Cavaliers crew in the historic arena at 239 Park Avenue—perfect for basketball fans craving fast-paced hoops. Stick around because right after, at 3 PM, the Maine Mariners face the Reading Royals at Cross Insurance Arena. Cross Insurance Arena's schedule confirms this ECHL showdown, following yesterday's Worcester Railers game, with more Mariners puck action against Greensboro Gargoyles next weekend.

    Music lovers, tonight's your spotlight: Thievery Corporation grooves into the State Theatre at 8 PM on 609 Congress Street. National Today highlights this chill electronic set as a Portland must-see. Catch indie darling Jordana at SPACE on her Jordanaland Tour, per Setlist.fm, for intimate vibes. Classical fans, head to Woodfords Church at 3 PM for Bach's Concerto for Two Violins and Harpsichord Concerto with Handel and Telemann pieces, as listed on PortTIX—elegant notes to unwind.

    Sweet tooth alert: Celebrate Maple Sunday at The Allagash Bungalow, where Patch.com says they're pouring favorite Allagash maple drinks all day—grab some syrupy goodness. PortTIX also teases The Nightingale's Encore at 2 PM at Maine Jewish Museum and Wabanaki Stories at 3 PM at Merrill Auditorium later this week, blending culture and tales.

    Looking ahead, mark Thursday, March 27, for Fantasy & Folklore at 7 PM at Crewe Center for the Arts via PortTIX. Families, Portland Parks, Recreation & Facilities announces the 4th Annual Egg Scramble at Payson Park on Saturday, March 28, from 10 AM to noon—egg hunts and spring cheer await.

    Portland's buzzing, listeners—grab tickets, bundle up, and make memories. Thanks for tuning in, and don't forget to subscribe for more. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.

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  • Portland This Weekend: Hockey, Hoops, Maple Syrup and Comedy

    Portland This Weekend: Hockey, Hoops, Maple Syrup and Comedy
    Mar 21 2026
    Hey listeners, welcome to your ultimate guide for what's popping in Portland, Maine, today through the weekend. It's time to dive into the fun, from heart-pounding sports to sweet adventures and killer nightlife. Let's make this March 21 kick off an epic few days.

    If you're up for sports thrills today, head to Cross Insurance Arena at 6 p.m. for the Maine Mariners versus the Worcester Railers. Nothing beats the roar of the crowd as our local hockey team battles it out on home ice, according to Portland event listings. Gear up, grab a jersey, and feel that Mariners energy.

    Tomorrow, Sunday the 22nd, switch to basketball fever at the Portland Expo. The Maine Celtics take on the Cleveland Charge starting at noon. National Today highlights this as a prime matchup, perfect for families or hoops fans looking for fast-paced action and maybe some post-game street eats nearby.

    Maple lovers, don't miss Maine Maple Sunday Weekend today and tomorrow. While Portland's buzzing, a quick 45-minute drive to Auburn's Treehouse Brand Maple Syrup at 352 Old Danville Road opens from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. WJBQ reports this epic treehouse train sugarhouse, built like a steaming locomotive since 2021, serves up fresh maple treats, games, and photo ops. Cash only, so hit the ATM, and snag some syrup to drizzle on your pancakes back home.

    Catch up on last night's vibes if you missed them: MERSIV rocked the State Theatre at 7 p.m. on the 20th, and Party Iconic's Heated Rivalry Night lit up Aura at 8:30 p.m. with 2010s bangers, enemies-to-lovers drama, and immersive lights, per event calendars. Still buzzing today?

    Looking ahead to the week, mark Thursday, March 27, for Chelsea Handler's The High and Mighty Tour at the State Theatre. Ticketmaster has tickets ready for her hilarious, no-holds-barred comedy that always leaves crowds in stitches.

    Portland's got that perfect mix of action, laughs, and local flavor, so get out there, bundle up against the spring chill, and make memories. Whether you're cheering courtside or sipping maple straight from the source, this week's yours to own.

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  • Portland's Weekend Guide: Happy Hours, Maple Magic, and Local Brews

    Portland's Weekend Guide: Happy Hours, Maple Magic, and Local Brews
    Mar 20 2026
    Hey Portland listeners, it's your friendly guide to the best happenings in town this Friday through the weekend. With March's crisp air turning spring-like, dive into a lineup packed with brews, bites, and local vibes that scream Maine magic.

    Kick off today right where the action is hottest: happy hours are firing up all over. Swing by Crispy Gai for $1 oysters and $5 mimosas from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., perfect for a midday treat with that unbeatable Thai crunch, according to Portland Old Port's event listings. Salt Yard Cafe plus Bar rolls out food and drink specials from 2 to 4 p.m., while Boone's Fish House and Oyster Room slashes prices on drafts, wines, and half-off oysters from 3 to 5 p.m. with killer waterfront views. Amigos and Camp Pennant join the fun from 3 to 6 p.m. with their daily steals, and The Yard keeps $5 drafts and spirits flowing till 11 p.m. Craving games? Fore River Brewing Co. hosts game night starting at 2 p.m., a cozy spot to unwind with craft pours.

    Tonight, catch live music and trivia buzzing at spots like the Great Lost Bear, Bramhall, or Bar Publica – Portland Old Port reports non-stop energy with karaoke, bands, and industry nights lighting up the Old Port. Families, head to the Children's Museum and Theatre of Maine for Baby Shark shows at 11 a.m., an underwater blast running through summer.

    Saturday and Sunday amp up with Maine Maple Sunday, the sweetest spring kickoff. Press Herald highlights Fairwinds Farm's all-day bash from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days, loaded with maple treats to grab, on-site meals, and farm-fresh fun just a short drive from Portland. Pair it with ongoing Allagash 30th Anniversary Week at Great Lost Bear, where head brewer Rob Todd and crew drop new styles daily through the weekend, complete with raffles. Buzz Coffee's $2-off cold brews from 1 to 3 p.m. daily hits the spot post-sugar rush, and Portland Zoo's Backyard Boogie happy hour offers $5 brews and $6 wines from noon to 3 p.m.

    Whether you're toasting at Thirsty Pig, strolling for pop-ups, or sugaring up at the farm, Portland's got that perfect mix of chill and thrill. Stay warm, stay local!

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