Help us Get More Bike Racks in the Corner!
With the aim of getting more of our community members on bikes, Friends of Woodfords Corner is conducting a Bike Rack Bonanza to install more bike parking locations around the neighborhood! We need your help to purchase bike racks and get them placed throughout the Corner.
We are now seeking public input on new bike rack locations! Vote on where you want to see bike racks and donate to our campaign.
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Welcome Prashiddhi, FWC's new Economic Vitality Grad Assistant!
We are excited to welcome Prashiddhi Pokhrel to the FWC team as our Economic Vitality Graduate Assistant. She will be working with us to support the small businesses and economic development of the Corner.
Prashiddhi is a student at University of Southern Maine pursuing a Master’s degree in Statistics. She has always been fascinated with the world of numbers and data, which led her to dive into the realm of statistics and its applications.
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Welcome Martha, FWC's new Board Member!
We are excited to announce that former Big Sky Bakery owner Martha Ecklus has joined FWC's Board of Directors.
Martha has lived in the neighborhood for over 20 years, and was a business owner in the Corner for even longer. She has a background in urban planning and healthcare policy and legislation.
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Farmers Market Tote Bags Have Arrived!
You can now purchase a market tote bag! Proceeds will support our efforts to run the market and help us continue our market in the 2024 season. Starting and running a farmers market - however small - is a big job!
To get a tote, stop by the market tent to make a donation of $25 or more to Friends of Woodfords Corner. They will be available for the remainder of our market season.
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AUGUST 4th: Museum of Beadwork Grand Opening Gala
Museum of Beadwork, 915 Forest Ave — Friday, August 4th, 5 - 8 pm
The Museum of Beadwork invites all to enjoy a public viewing of the museum and meet featured contemporary artists and contributors.
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AUGUST 6th: Dog Days of Summer with E.B. Bartels and Dr. Karen Fine, DVM
Back Cove Books, 651 Forest Ave — Sunday, August 6th, 4 - 5 pm
Stop by Back Cove Books to hear from authors Dr. Karen Fine, DVM, and E.B. Bartels, who hace both published books this past year about pets and their roles in our families and hearts. Bring supplies to donate to the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland Westbrook shelter.
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AUGUST 9th: Center for Grieving Children "Par-Tee" Mini Golf Fundraiser
Schooner Mini Golf, 58 Ocean Park Road, Saco — Wednesday, August 9th, 4 - 6 pm
Join the Center for Grieving Children for a fun-filled evening of mini golf, ice cream, prizes, and more. Purchase tickets here. All proceeds benefit the Center.
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AUGUST 13th: Portland Ukulele Social Club August Gathering
Trinity Episcopal Church, 580 Forest Avenue — Sunday, August 13th, 5 - 7 pm
Players with all levels of experience are welcome and encouraged to to attend the Portland Ukulele Social Club. There is a $4.00 fee to pay for the space rental. If you plan on joining, send a note to PortlandUkuleleSC@Gmail.com to receive links to the music they'll be playing.
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AUGUST 13th: Rubbish! Portland Neighborhood Clean Up
Coveside Coffee, 28 Vannah Avenue — Sunday, August 13th, 9 - 11 am
Join Coveside Coffee and Rubbish! Portland for a neighborhood clean-up event, followed by drink specials and a raffle at for participants at Coveside.
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AUGUST 28th: Black Mamas Group
Birth Roots, 16 Vannah Avenue — Monday, August 28th, 6 pm - 7 pm
Hosted by Birth Roots, this group provides a safe and authentic space for Black moms in the perinatal window of motherhood to share their experiences.
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 Bike Share Station Arrives in the Corner
Located on the corner of Deering Ave and Revere St, the station has ten bikes and is a part of Portland’s bike share system. Bike share stations help improve mobility for all residents by providing an affordable and ready-to-use bicycle. By having a station in the Corner, residents will be able to easily bike to other locations in Portland, and more bikers mean more business for our local businesses!
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 Summer Fun in Heseltine Park
On July 19th, over 100 neighbors gathered in Heseltine Park to watch the Maine Pops Concert Band play. Many made a night of the concert by grabbing food and ice cream from neighboring businesses, like Sammy's Scoops!
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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 4 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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