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CornerFEST is Friday, September 23 from 4:30 - 7:30 pm
Friends of Woodfords Corner and Woodfords Congregational Church are excited to bring people together once again for CornerFEST 2022.
As in years past, CornerFEST will be a gorgeous night out with your neighbors - sampling food and beverages from neighborhood eateries, shopping the mini-marketplace stocked with talented arts and craft vendors and swaying to incredible live music. It will be a family fun event with an open house to the various organizations located in Woodfords Congregational Church. We'll also be celebrating the 150th anniversary of the church! They're excited to share their history with the neighborhood.
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Corner Stories
Written by Jennifer Ceide, FWC Board Member
Moving from New Orleans, Louisiana to Portland, Maine was awkward. Awkward because I was so unfamiliar with the state and culture, and I wondered if I would connect with the people here. But I was lucky enough to land in Woodfords Corner. Within an instant, I was connected to a generous, curious, and kind community.
In a short amount of time familiarity grew, not because I had ever lived in a town like this before—being raised in Brooklyn, New York this small-city living was new to me—but because it mimicked the neighborhood Mister Rogers portrayed. And so, Woodfords Corner will always be the place that exemplifies the neighborly spirit of inclusivity, warmth, and friendship.
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Give FWC your Clynk!
You can donate your Clynk account balance to Friends of Woodfords Corner!
When you log into your Clynk account go to the "donations" tab of your online account and type in "Friends of Woodfords Corner" then chose the amount you'd like to donate!
FWC has Clynk bag tags available for anyone who would like to donate their redeemable!
Email us info@woodfordscorner.org with the subject "Clynk tags" to request tags!
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FWC Featured in the Portland Phoenix
Last week, we sat down to have a candid chat about the Corner with Portland Phoenix staff writer (and neighbor!), Evan Edmonds. We gave him the whole rundown on the history, the current endeavors, and the hopes and dreams of the district. He wrote an incredible article (also see below). Thanks, Evan!
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Thank you Bird & Co for sponsoring the Crosswalk Murals!
When we presented Bird & Co with our plans to complete the Corner Crosswalk Murals, owner Wills Dowd was more than happy to offer to pay for our paint costs!
And by pure chance, our Crosswalk Murals match the new Bird & Co artwork by Rachael Nimon!
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Congratulations Heart of Biddeford!
Heart of Biddeford, the Biddeford Main Street organization, was awarded the Great American Main Street Award. What a huge honor for our neighboring Main Street, who has worked so hard over the years to reinvigorate downtown Biddeford—congrats! Read the story >>>
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More events happen in Woodfords Corner than we can promote in our e-news.
To see more of the hyperlocal options, visit woodfordscorner.org!
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Thursday, September 1st - Saturday September 3rd: FriendCon Board Games and Tabletop Convention
179 Woodford Street — 10 am - 10 pm
FriendCon is a 3-day community event dedicated to playing board games and tabletop games. It will go from 10am-10pm (depending on games being played) from Thursday 9/1 - Saturday 9/3.
There will be plenty of different games to play, and there will be volunteers able to teach games as well. We’ll have a system to schedule different games to be played if you’re looking for players, or if there’s any role-playing games coming up you can hop into.
Admission is free with a $10 suggested donation to help the Woodfords Club support more of these events. Read more >>>
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Tuesday, September 13th: Center for Grieving Children's Annual Swing "Fore" the Center Golf Tournament
Purpoodock Club, 300 Spurwick Ave, Cape Elizabeth — 11 am - 5 pm
Teams are signing on now for the Center for Grieving Children's annual Swing "Fore" the Center golf tournament this September 13th at the Purpoodock Club in Cape Elizabeth, and CGC hopes you will be one of them!
Each year, this tournament makes an incredible impact on Center families, helping to raise the funding needed to keep their services available at no cost, for as long as they are needed. Read more >>>
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Friday, September 16th: BBQ & Open House at the Woodfords Club
179 Woodford Street — 6 - 9 pm
Attend Woodfords Club's annual BBQ & Open House where you can dine on BBQ chicken, hot dogs & vegetarian chili with all the fixings. Join the BBQ any time between 6 and 7:30. A folk band will provide ambiance for your meal and for dancing afterward. Tours of the Club will show off its amenities, including its vintage pool room, candlepin bowling alley, and multiple rooms for your favorite games.
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Saturday, September 17th: Empowerment Self Defense at Portland Yoga Project
449 Forest Avenue — 3:30 - 6:30 pm
Come together for a great afternoon of learning, sharing, and exploration of the ways you can take up more space in the world by expressing what you want, need and feel. Learn to intervene early to prevent and respond to harassment, abuse, and assault. Gain awareness, verbal and physical response skills, and tools for adrenalin management and healing. This training is highly accessible and adaptable to all. Open to women, trans and non-binary people ages 12 and older.
Suggested cost: $40 (more if you can, less if you can't)
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 Everchanging Seasons Consignment Boutique has moved!
Everchanging Seasons was recently closed during its 10-year Anniversary. They have relocated next door to the same plaza at 710 Forest Ave. Owner and Operator Jennifer Thoits is glad to be back open for business!
You’ll find everything from quality secondhand clothing, footwear, purses, art, & vintage home goods, locally made jewelry, vintage clothing, and accessories, and often items new with tags! There’s a small select men's section too. It’s rumored she may have the best hat game in town. New items hit the floor every day! She strives for quality control and keeping prices reasonable. As always items are constantly changing with the seasons!
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Whoopie!
Vina Ann's, est. 2021, has been baking up a storm in the Odd Fellows kitchen. You can find their delicious whoopie pies, quiches, and other treats at local spots like Local Press and Pat's Meat Market. Welcome to the Corner Vina Ann's!
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Question of the Month: tell us what you think!
Each month we're asking one (1) question to hear from YOU! Answer the question to be entered to win a fun prize – this month, a copy of the 4th Ed. Portland Trails Map (see photo at right)!
Last month we asked, “What is your favorite 3rd place in Woodfords Corner?” 33% of respondents indicated Coveside as their favorite gathering space, 22% selected Big Sky! Other notable responses were Woodfords F&B and Bird & Co!
Month Question:
What comes to mind when you think of Woodfords Corner?
Share a photo that embodies your vision of the neighborhood.
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Support Friends of Woodfords Corner!
Appreciate the work that Friends of Woodfords Corner is doing to help make the Corner an even more safe, walkable, welcoming, and vibrant neighborhood hub? Join us in our efforts: make a donation to Friends of Woodfords Corner today! As a token of our appreciation for gifts of $25 or more, you’ll receive a “Hopeful: together we can” lawn sign delivered right to your home.
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FWC & Main Street America
 In 2019 (a mere 3 years ago) Friends of Woodfords Corner became a Main Street Affiliate, and we thought it might be time to explain what this means for our organization and our community, and how how this makes us unique among many varied community groups in the Portland area! Learn more>>
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Join Our Team: Volunteer for Friends of Woodfords Corner!
Join us in our efforts to foster a thriving, welcoming, and sustainable village hub in Woodfords Corner, and make an impact on your community! We're always looking for more volunteers for our committees and folks who want to serve as board members. Complete one of the forms, linked below, to inquire and learn more!
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