Downtown in March
 March 14, 2011
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March Events
St. Patrick's Day
Artwalk
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March Highlights  

 

March is a very busy month in Downtown Bangor.  Here are a few highlights, much to much going on to include it all here!  For complete event details, addresses, times  and more events visit our online calendar.

 

All events are free unless otherwise noted

 

Tuesdays & Saturdays Films at the Bangor Public Library, 2 PM (Through March)

Wednesdays & Thursdays AARP Tax Aide at Bangor Public Library (open to all ages-Through tax day)

3/14-3/18 International Week at Montes (Poland)

3/14 Spanish Wine Tasting at Bangor Wine & Cheese, 5-8 PM

3/14 Karaoke at Paddy Murphy's, 9 PM

3/15 Business Workshop How Tos of Hiring at Eastern Maine Development Corporation, 8-11 AM

3/16 Business Workshop Developing a Marketing Plan at Eastern Maine Development Corporation, 9-11 AM

3/16 Little One's Art at Maine Discovery Museum, 10:30 AM ($)

3/16 Men's Night at the Henry's, 6-8 PM. 

3/17 Mockingbird Fun at Bangor Public Library, 5-6 PM

3/17 St. Patrick's Day events (see box below)

3/18 River City Cinema presents BHUTTO, Union Street Brick Church, 7:30 PM ($)

3/18 First Downtown Bangor Artwalk of 2011 (see box below)

3/19 Acoustic Jam Session @ Knapp's Music, 1:30 PM (weekly)

3/20 Plant a Mini Pizza Garden at Maine Discovery Museum, 2 PM ($)3/20 Peace & Justice Center Film Series, Taking Root, 7 PM

3/21 To Kill A Mockingbird Book Discussion- Bangor Public Library, 6 PM

3/21-3/25 International Week at Montes (Middle East/Greek)

3/22-3/26 Art in the Heart of Downtown at Maine Discovery Museum

3/29 Business Workshop Financial Statements, Profit and Loss and more at Eastern Maine Development Corporation, 9-11 AM 

 

Don't forget to visit our event calendar regularly!

St. Patrick's Day in Downtown Bangor!   

 

Thursday March 17th 

 

Irish Lunch Specials at Montes

 

Paddy Murphy's on St. Patrick's Day- 6 AM- close.  Open all day, authentic Irish cuisine and live music all day and night. 6 AM Barstuards, 2-4 PM Uncle McArdle, 5-8 PM Gabriel Zacchai and 9 PM-close The Galley Rats.
  
Monthly Wine Tasting at Bangor Wine & Cheese- Our monthly tasting falls on St. Patty's Day this year. We've invited Tim Gallon of Black Bear Brew to come exhibit his delicious suds, and Sigrid from Easterly Wines to show off some fantastic vino. You don't want to miss this one.   
  
The Main Tavern St. Patrick's Day Bash-Opening at 11 am, featuring Irish Stew, Reuben Sandwiches, drink specials and prizes,Come join your friends ,or make new ones! 
  
Benjamin's St. Patrick's Day- Opening at noon featuring drink specials and good times for all. 
  
Luna Bar & Grill Celebrates St. Patrick's Day-Drink specials and free appetizers from 3-5 PM.  Authentic Irish food specials, drink specials and live music! 
  
Ipanema & Reverend Noble Pub St. Patrick's Day Party- Opening at noon with food and drink specials.  Music from Most of Us Can Stand.
  
Sea Dog Restaurant welcomes the Shriner Bag Pipers at 5 PM and Irish music with Kevin Hamel at 9 PM.  Featuring food Irish food and drink specials all day!
First Artwalk of 2011!   

 

Friday March18th from 5-9 PM

 

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More Info Defy the elements - you know spring is coming! Get out and enjoy 2011's first Downtown Bangor Artwalk from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on March 18. This free open studio tour draws crowds numbering in the hundreds who come out to meet local artists and celebrate downtown Bangor as a destination. Meet up with friends or family, enjoy a meal at a downtown restaurant, and top off your evening with the Artwalk.

Fifty artisans will present their work at 22 venues, and several new businesses will be participating in the event for the first time.

 

 

For more information about the event visit their facebook page, contact Liz Grandmaison at 207-947-2894 or email.

 

 


Artwalk maps listing participating venues and featured artists can be found at The University of Maine Museum of Art, Metropolitan Soul, Blue Heron, the Maine Discovery Museum and One Lupine Fiber Arts.

 

 

Now Accepting Outdoor Market ApplicationsPhoto of June 11 Downtown Market

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We are pleased to announce the 6th annual Outdoor Market.  Based on the success of previous years the market has extended from eight to ten weeks.  The market, located along Broad Street and in West Market Square, will be held Thursdays June 9th-August 11th from 5:00 PM- 8:00 PM.  It will be held in conjunction with the Cool Sounds free concert series from 6:00 PM- 7:30 PM on the same dates. 


All items sold must be handmade, prepared or raised by the vendor; emphasis is placed on Maine-made, specialty food items and produce. Past vendors have sold baked goods, candy, furniture, handbags, jams, jewelry, photography, soap, toys and much more. Food vendors are also invited to sign up as vendors. Typical market shoppers include downtown employees and residents, people from surrounding communities and tourists.


Vendors may sign up for 5 weeks, 10 weeks or a single day option.  Application, fee information and vendor guidelines are available for download below.  Spaces are assigned on a first come first served basis and the early application fee deadline is April 30th.


In 2010 over 6,000 people attended the Outdoor Market and Cool Sounds Concerts don't miss out on your chance to reach this market with your product!

 

Visit our website to download the application and vendor guidelines today. 

Thank you to the 2011 Outdoor Market and Cool Sounds Presenting Sponsor:

 

BHE

 


Sponsorship opportunities still available for media sponsors and weekly sponsors (new this year).  Contact Shirar at 992-4234 or visit our website for details on sponsorship benefits.   

Thank you for your continued support of downtown Bangor. 
 
Visit our website regularly for calendar information and become our fan on facebook and follow us on twitter to stay up to date on all things downtown!  
Sincerely,
 
Downtown Bangor Partnership
 
 
Staff: Shirar Patterson
207-992-4234
 
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