BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Maine Irish Heritage Center - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://maineirish.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Maine Irish Heritage Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T193000 DTSTAMP:20260415T204212Z CREATED:20260415T155504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T204212Z UID:10001093-1782928800-1782934200@maineirish.com SUMMARY:Beginner / Intermediate Irish Session DESCRIPTION:Beginner / Intermediate Irish Session at the Maine Irish Heritage Center (MIHC)\nIrish Sessions are social music gatherings\, where musicians play for themselves more so than any audience that might be present. Join us to play Irish Traditional tunes with others and expand your list of tunes over time. We’ll meet in the MIHC Library from 6 – 7:30 pm every Wednesday\, starting June 24. All instruments and experience levels are welcome. When you start a tune\, we’ll play at your tempo. There will be some time to socialize or confer before someone starts the next set of tunes. \nThese sessions are free to attend\, and a suggested donation of $5 per session will be gratefully accepted. All funds raised through donations will go straight back into MIHC programming! We ask that you RSVP before each session you expect to attend\, even if at the last minute. URL:https://maineirish.com/event/beginner-intermediate-irish-session-7-1-26/ LOCATION:Maine Irish Heritage Center\, 34 Gray St\, Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maineirish.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Weekly-Trad-Session-banner-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Maine Irish Heritage Center":MAILTO:maineirish@maineirish.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T193000 DTSTAMP:20260407T175030Z CREATED:20260407T174528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T175030Z UID:10000840-1782930600-1782934200@maineirish.com SUMMARY:Summer Storytelling Series: Flight Deck DESCRIPTION:The Maine Irish Heritage Center is bringing the cherished Irish tradition of storytelling back to Maine this summer!\n\nIn days gone by neighbors would gather at night in the local ceili house\, the home of a storyteller. They came for conversation\, and to hear stories of their community\, its history\, old tales handed down by the ancestors\, some music. These gatherings helped build community and preserve the culture and values of the Irish people.\n\nWe invite you to join us this summer at one of our storytelling events! Bring a story\, a poem\, a song\, or simply come to listen and enjoy an evening among friends—or friends-in-the-making.\n\nBut wait\, “Does my story/poem/song have to be Irish?” Absolutely not!  These events are celebrations of the oral tradition of every culture\, and we would love to hear anything you want to tell!\n\nEvent Details:\n\nLocation: Flight Deck Brewing\, Brunswick\, Maine\nTime: 6:30pm-7:30pm\nHost: Cathy Furness\nStory Guidelines:\n\nStories\, songs\, or poems should be 10 minutes or less\nA timekeeper will help us keep things moving\nNo hate speech – creative freedom is welcome\, but kindness and inclusivity are essential\n\n\nAll are welcome – come to share or simply to listen\n\nStorytelling is central to Irish culture—as it is to so many cultures around the world. These outdoor events are part of MIHC’s mission to share this tradition across Maine while also supporting local businesses and gathering spaces. Let’s build community together\, one story at a time.\n\n\nAbout Flight Deck: \nFlight Deck was founded in 2017 and is located on the old Navy Base in Brunswick\, Maine. The brewhouse and indoor tasting room were once a small arms firing range while the base was still operational\, and local law enforcement trained there after it was shut down. They strive for high-quality products and customer experience; are a community hub in the greater Brunswick area. Learn more here!\n\n\n\nClick HERE to see other scheduled Summer Storytelling events! URL:https://maineirish.com/event/summer-storytelling-series-flight-deck/ LOCATION:Flight Deck\, 11 Atlantic Avenue\, Brunswick\, ME\, 04011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maineirish.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-Storytelling-Series-FLIGHT-DECK-2026-banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Maine Irish Heritage Center":MAILTO:maineirish@maineirish.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T190000 DTSTAMP:20260602T183915Z CREATED:20260512T204942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T183915Z UID:10001118-1783011600-1783018800@maineirish.com SUMMARY:The Power of the Prompt: Writing Workshop with Lara O'Brien DESCRIPTION:Join us from 5-7pm on Thursday\, July 2nd for an exclusive writing workshop with Author Lara O’Brien! \nWorkshop slots are limited\, so don’t wait to secure your spot! \nInterested in hearing Lara talk about her new book\, “The Power of the Prompt”? Check out her Maine Irish Author Event HERE! \n  \nAbout the Workshop:\nEvery workshop and retreat begins the same way — with a simple prompt\, a pen\, and a circle of people ready to explore what stories are waiting to be told. \nThese gatherings are for anyone who wants to write\, whether you’re starting a memoir\, finding your creative spark again\, or simply curious about the stories you carry. Together\, we write to prompts\, listen to one another\, and share encouragement in a kind and supportive space. \nOur writing workshops and retreats take place in atmospheric venues that inspire creativity — from cozy kitchens by the sea and yoga centers under the Spanish sun\, to quiet studios on islands off the coast of Maine or Martha’s Vineyard. Each location has its own magic\, but the spirit is always the same: community\, creativity\, and the power of the prompt. \n  \nAbout Lara:\nLara O’Brien is the founder of Howth Writing Workshops and Retreats\, a community group she started at her kitchen table. From this small setting\, Howth Writing Workshops has grown to include writing retreats on Martha’s Vineyard\, New York\, Maine\, and the mountains of Cádiz\, Spain\, where she co-hosts writing and yoga retreats at Suryalila. \n​ \nPassionate about stories\, music\, and community\, in 2023 she combined that passion with “Hooks & Reels” — an evening of story and song where local musicians and writers showcase their work for the community. Hooks & Reels has grown to be a regular and popular fixture on the Howth Community Calendar\, inspiring the work of many upcoming artists\, writers\, and musicians. \nIn 2025\, Trinity College Dublin recruited her to create and present Storytelling for Cultural Communications and Innovation at their Business School. She facilitates youth summits on writing and leadership\, and songwriting workshops for youth groups\, and is an AsIAm Champion supporting the autism community. \n​ \nShe also championed the restoration of the historical Howth ÉIRE 6 sign\, officially launched by President Michael D. Higgins. She is the convener of the ÉIRE 6 Restoration Group and the Howth Community and Arts Group. \nLara divides family life between Howth\, Dublin\, \nand Vinalhaven\, Maine. When not writing\, she is found hiking trails\, listening to music\, or relaxing with her husband\, children\, and friends. \n  \nAbout the book:\n\nTHE POWER OF THE PROMPT\n\n\nGrowing a Writing Community —How a Little Scribble Goes a Long Way\n\n\nWhat happens when a few curious writers gather around a kitchen table in a small coastal village? \nThey begin to write — and something remarkable unfolds. \nThe Power of the Prompt is the story of how a simple writing practice grew into a thriving creative community. Blending memoir\, storytelling\, and practical guidance\, Lara O’Brien invites readers into the heart of her workshops — where words spark connection\, courage\, and friendship. \n​ \nIt’s a book for anyone who’s ever thought\, “I’d love to write\, but I don’t know where to start.” Part inspiration\, part how-to\, and part love letter to creative community\, The Power of the Prompt reminds us that every story begins the same way — with one brave line on the page. URL:https://maineirish.com/event/the-power-of-the-prompt-writing-workshop-with-lara-obrien/ LOCATION:Maine Irish Heritage Center\, 34 Gray St\, Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maineirish.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Lara-Obrien-workshop.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Maine Irish Heritage Center":MAILTO:maineirish@maineirish.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T210000 DTSTAMP:20260512T210345Z CREATED:20260512T205429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T210345Z UID:10001119-1783020600-1783026000@maineirish.com SUMMARY:The Power of the Prompt by Lara O'Brien: A Maine Irish Author Event DESCRIPTION:Join us at 7:30pm on Thursday\, July 2nd for an exciting evening with Author Lara O’Brien! \nLara will discuss her new book\, “The Power of the Prompt.” Books will be available for sale at the event! \nInterested in joining Lara for an exclusive writing workshop? Click HERE! \nAbout Lara:\nLara O’Brien is the founder of Howth Writing Workshops and Retreats\, a community group she started at her kitchen table. From this small setting\, Howth Writing Workshops has grown to include writing retreats on Martha’s Vineyard\, New York\, Maine\, and the mountains of Cádiz\, Spain\, where she co-hosts writing and yoga retreats at Suryalila. \n​ \nPassionate about stories\, music\, and community\, in 2023 she combined that passion with “Hooks & Reels” — an evening of story and song where local musicians and writers showcase their work for the community. Hooks & Reels has grown to be a regular and popular fixture on the Howth Community Calendar\, inspiring the work of many upcoming artists\, writers\, and musicians. \nIn 2025\, Trinity College Dublin recruited her to create and present Storytelling for Cultural Communications and Innovation at their Business School. She facilitates youth summits on writing and leadership\, and songwriting workshops for youth groups\, and is an AsIAm Champion supporting the autism community. \n​ \nShe also championed the restoration of the historical Howth ÉIRE 6 sign\, officially launched by President Michael D. Higgins. She is the convener of the ÉIRE 6 Restoration Group and the Howth Community and Arts Group. \nLara divides family life between Howth\, Dublin\, \nand Vinalhaven\, Maine. When not writing\, she is found hiking trails\, listening to music\, or relaxing with her husband\, children\, and friends. \n  \nAbout the book:\n\nTHE POWER OF THE PROMPT\n\n\nGrowing a Writing Community —How a Little Scribble Goes a Long Way\n\n\nWhat happens when a few curious writers gather around a kitchen table in a small coastal village? \nThey begin to write — and something remarkable unfolds. \nThe Power of the Prompt is the story of how a simple writing practice grew into a thriving creative community. Blending memoir\, storytelling\, and practical guidance\, Lara O’Brien invites readers into the heart of her workshops — where words spark connection\, courage\, and friendship. \n​ \nIt’s a book for anyone who’s ever thought\, “I’d love to write\, but I don’t know where to start.” Part inspiration\, part how-to\, and part love letter to creative community\, The Power of the Prompt reminds us that every story begins the same way — with one brave line on the page. URL:https://maineirish.com/event/the-power-of-the-prompt-lara-obrien/ LOCATION:Maine Irish Heritage Center\, 34 Gray St\, Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maineirish.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Lara-Obrien-book-event.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Maine Irish Heritage Center":MAILTO:maineirish@maineirish.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T193000 DTSTAMP:20260415T204217Z CREATED:20260415T155629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T204217Z UID:10001094-1783533600-1783539000@maineirish.com SUMMARY:Beginner / Intermediate Irish Session DESCRIPTION:Beginner / Intermediate Irish Session at the Maine Irish Heritage Center (MIHC)\nIrish Sessions are social music gatherings\, where musicians play for themselves more so than any audience that might be present. Join us to play Irish Traditional tunes with others and expand your list of tunes over time. We’ll meet in the MIHC Library from 6 – 7:30 pm every Wednesday\, starting June 24. All instruments and experience levels are welcome. When you start a tune\, we’ll play at your tempo. There will be some time to socialize or confer before someone starts the next set of tunes. \nThese sessions are free to attend\, and a suggested donation of $5 per session will be gratefully accepted. All funds raised through donations will go straight back into MIHC programming! We ask that you RSVP before each session you expect to attend\, even if at the last minute. URL:https://maineirish.com/event/beginner-intermediate-irish-session-7-8-26/ LOCATION:Maine Irish Heritage Center\, 34 Gray St\, Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maineirish.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Weekly-Trad-Session-banner-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Maine Irish Heritage Center":MAILTO:maineirish@maineirish.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T193000 DTSTAMP:20260415T204223Z CREATED:20260415T160737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T204223Z UID:10001095-1784138400-1784143800@maineirish.com SUMMARY:Beginner / Intermediate Irish Session DESCRIPTION:Beginner / Intermediate Irish Session at the Maine Irish Heritage Center (MIHC)\nIrish Sessions are social music gatherings\, where musicians play for themselves more so than any audience that might be present. Join us to play Irish Traditional tunes with others and expand your list of tunes over time. We’ll meet in the MIHC Library from 6 – 7:30 pm every Wednesday\, starting June 24. All instruments and experience levels are welcome. When you start a tune\, we’ll play at your tempo. There will be some time to socialize or confer before someone starts the next set of tunes. \nThese sessions are free to attend\, and a suggested donation of $5 per session will be gratefully accepted. All funds raised through donations will go straight back into MIHC programming! We ask that you RSVP before each session you expect to attend\, even if at the last minute. URL:https://maineirish.com/event/beginner-intermediate-irish-session-7-15-26/ LOCATION:Maine Irish Heritage Center\, 34 Gray St\, Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maineirish.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Weekly-Trad-Session-banner-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Maine Irish Heritage Center":MAILTO:maineirish@maineirish.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T210000 DTSTAMP:20260625T165236Z CREATED:20260511T140854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T165236Z UID:10001117-1784307600-1784322000@maineirish.com SUMMARY:Irish Night at the Sea Dogs 2026 DESCRIPTION:Irish Night at the Sea Dogs 2026\nFriday\, July 17th | Game Time: 6:20 PM | Hadlock Field\nPurchase Deadline: Jul 10\, 2026 11:59 PM EDT \nJoin us for a festive evening celebrating Irish culture and community at Irish Night at the Portland Sea Dogs! Enjoy an exciting matchup between the Portland Sea Dogs and the Somerset Patriots\, with a full evening of entertainment and Irish spirit. Celebrate community\, heritage\, and hometown baseball at Irish Night with the Sea Dogs!\nTickets:\n\n\n$20 General Admission\n\n\n$18 for Maine Irish Heritage Center and Irish Network members\n\n\n\nEXCLUSIVE Limited Edition Merch:\nThis year\, we are so excited to offer limited edition hats. These stylish caps will only be available for pre-purchase with your tickets\, so make sure to secure them as soon as possible! \n \n\nEvent Highlights:\n\n\nBailey’s Mistake performing live outside the stadium from 5:00–6:00 PM\n\n\nA spirited Parade of Flags kicks off the game pre-show\n\n\nA special performance by Stillson School of Irish Dance\n\n\nFireworks Spectacular immediately following the game\n\n\n⚾ First pitch at 6:20 PM – don’t miss a great night of baseball\, music\, dancing\, and fireworks!\n  \nGet your tickets on FEVO: CLICK HERE\n\n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\n\nWant to volunteer to carry a flag in the pre-game Parade of Flags?\nSign up here: volunteersignup.org/3RAML\nPlease Note: You MUST purchase a ticket in order to participate in the Parade of Flags! \n\n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\n\nIMPORTANT\nSpecial pricing in Section 211 is available for members of the Irish Network which includes MIHC\, IAC\, GAA\, Stillson School of Irish Dance\, and the Portland Rugby Club. If you have questions or need to verify your membership\, please contact the organization that you are affiliated with. We’re looking forward to seeing you at the game!! \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nAbout Bailey’s Mistake:\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nCeltic American roots music from Maine’s Bold Coast \n\n\nBailey’s Mistake is a not-quite-traditional\, Celtic-inspired\, four-piece folk band from Maine. The group mixes traditional music from Ireland\, Scotland and Newfoundland with brand new songs about contemporary life in New England. Bailey’s Mistake’s pulsing sound is driven by bass\, drums and guitar and topped off with hearty vocal harmonies and thrilling bagpipe and whistle tunes.Bailey’s Mistake is made up of four seasoned musicians who all went to the same rural high school in Maine — aptly named Bonny Eagle. Collectively\, they have about 110 years of touring musical experience.Troy R. Bennett plays guitar\, sings soulful lead and writes most of the band’s original songs. Travis Cote learned to play the bagpipes at 10 and thrills audiences with his rhythmic\, majestic sound. Dean Clegg is the band’s inventive percussionist and oversees all technical aspects of every show. Rob Babson plays bass\, sings delicate harmonies and is the band’s musical leader.Bailey’s Mistake has played gigs all over New England. The band is also recording and releasing one new song\, every month\, throughout 2025.The band takes its name from a legend told for generations along the Maine coast. Back in the 19th century\, there was a certain ship captain named Bailey. He was trying to guide his vessel safely around West Quoddy Head Lighthouse and into Lubec Harbor. Unfortunately\, it was a foggy night and he missed. Instead of safe harbor\, Bailey ran aground in a shallow\, rocky inlet just south of the lighthouse.But rather than face the wrath of the ship’s furious owners in Boston\, Bailey and his crew unloaded the lumber they had on board\, built houses in the cove and settled down with several local ladies.To this day\, on most good maps\, that little harbor is simply labeled “Bailey’s Mistake.” \nLearn more here: https://www.baileysmistakemusic.com/ URL:https://maineirish.com/event/irish-night-at-the-sea-dogs-2026/ LOCATION:hadlock field CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maineirish.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IRISH-NIGHT-at-the-sea-dogs-2026-banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Maine Irish Heritage Center":MAILTO:maineirish@maineirish.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T120000 DTSTAMP:20260716T162739Z CREATED:20260605T220139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T162739Z UID:10001122-1784372400-1784376000@maineirish.com SUMMARY:Summer Storytelling Series: Maine Celtic Celebration DESCRIPTION:The Maine Irish Heritage Center is bringing the cherished Irish tradition of storytelling back to Maine this summer!\n\nIn days gone by neighbors would gather at night in the local ceili house\, the home of a storyteller. They came for conversation\, and to hear stories of their community\, its history\, old tales handed down by the ancestors\, some music. These gatherings helped build community and preserve the culture and values of the Irish people.\n\nThis one is a little different: Join us at the Steamboat Stage at the Maine Celtic Celebration in Belfast\, ME to hear our featured storytellers share!\n\nStorytelling is central to Irish culture—as it is to so many cultures around the world. These outdoor events are part of MIHC’s mission to share this tradition across Maine while also supporting local businesses and gathering spaces. Let’s build community together\, one story at a time.\n\n\nAbout the Maine Celtic Celebration: \nFrom sheep-herding demonstrations to Sean-Nós dancing and singing\, the Maine Celtic Celebration has promoted Celtic culture since 2007. On the third weekend each July\, Traditional Celtic tunes and songs have filled the air from two stages on the beautiful waterfront of Belfast\, Maine. Visitors flock to the Celebration each year for a variety of events such as the Celtic Dog Show\, Highland Heavy Games\, U.S. Championship Cheese Roll Competition\, workshops\, exhibits\, and living history reenactors\, in additional to food and merchandise vendors\, and a beer tent. Learn more here!\n\n\nOur Tellers:\nCathy Furness\nAlthough three generations removed from the family farm in County Laois\, Cathy felt drawn to Ireland from a very young age. She followed that gravitational pull to Dublin\, where she earned a graduate degree in Irish literature and folklore. She also studied traditional music while she was there by attending sessions at O’Donohue’s on Merrion Row nearly every night. \nCathy retired early from her professional life in New York to take a deep dive into storytelling. Since then\, she has told stories on two continents to audiences of all ages. She likes to share the layered wisdom of folktales of many cultures\, but is especially drawn to the heroes\, heroines and stories of her Irish ancestors. Now living in the woods outside Brunswick\, Maine\, she shares her home with Redmond\, Conor\, Desmond\, and Molly\, four very spoiled cats. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRobert Breen\n \nRobert Breen\, a Boston firefighter first published in The Harvard Summer Review\, and the Communion Arts Journal (Australia)\, Boston Literary Magazine\, and The Big Table Publishing Company— three books including his most recent The Light of Civil Day. His poetry will be published in next issue of Lapwing\, New Ulster Publications in Northern Ireland. \nAwards: Margaret F. Tripp Poetry Award\, U.S. House Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition and 2025 Honoree as Irish American Echo Heroes Award. \nSeamus Heaney’s poem Helmet in District and Circles immortalized Breen’s heroism and sacrifice. His numerous correspondences with Heaney reside at Emory University’s Rose Library. He lives in Brunswick\, Maine\, USA. \n\n\n\n\nJulia Lane & Fred Gosbee\nJulia Lane\, singer\, songwriter\, and folklorist\, has been playing the Celtic harp since 1989. Self-taught\, she rapidly became a skilled and exciting player\, winning the Senior Professional division at the New Hampshire Scottish Games Harp Competition in 1990 and 1991 and the International Folk Harp Competition at Stonehill College in 1992. Julia has done extensive research in folksong archives throughout New England and is currently transcribing songs from the Flanders Collection at Middleburg College\, Vermont. This audio archive has over 3000 songs\, 900 collected in Maine. \nFred Gosbee\, singer\, songwriter\, and storyteller\, plays classic and 12-string guitar\, violin\, viola and Irish flute. He learned many traditional songs from his family\, who worked as lumbermen in the forests of New Brunswick and Maine. His original songs have been sung and recorded by other artists.Fred has engineered most of Castlebay’s recordings and has also built Julia’s harps and many other instruments. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick HERE to see other scheduled Summer Storytelling events! URL:https://maineirish.com/event/summer-storytelling-series-maine-celtic-celebration-2/ LOCATION:Maine Celtic Celebration Steamboat Stage\, 34 Commercial St\, Belfast\, 04915\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maineirish.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Summer-Storytelling-Series-BELFAST-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T122653Z CREATED:20260430T122653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T122653Z UID:10001112-1784745000-1784748600@maineirish.com SUMMARY:Summer Storytelling Series: Batson River Brewing & Distilling DESCRIPTION:The Maine Irish Heritage Center is bringing the cherished Irish tradition of storytelling back to Maine this summer!\n\nIn days gone by neighbors would gather at night in the local ceili house\, the home of a storyteller. They came for conversation\, and to hear stories of their community\, its history\, old tales handed down by the ancestors\, some music. These gatherings helped build community and preserve the culture and values of the Irish people.\n\nWe invite you to join us this summer at one of our storytelling events! Bring a story\, a poem\, a song\, or simply come to listen and enjoy an evening among friends—or friends-in-the-making.\n\nBut wait\, “Does my story/poem/song have to be Irish?” Absolutely not!  These events are celebrations of the oral tradition of every culture\, and we would love to hear anything you want to tell!\n\nEvent Details:\n\nLocation: Batson River\, Portland\, Maine\nTime: 6:30pm-7:30pm\nHost: Cathy Furness\nStory Guidelines:\n\nStories\, songs\, or poems should be 10 minutes or less\nA timekeeper will help us keep things moving\nNo hate speech – creative freedom is welcome\, but kindness and inclusivity are essential\n\n\nAll are welcome – come to share or simply to listen\n\nStorytelling is central to Irish culture—as it is to so many cultures around the world. These outdoor events are part of MIHC’s mission to share this tradition across Maine while also supporting local businesses and gathering spaces. Let’s build community together\, one story at a time.\n\n\nAbout Batson River: \nAt Batson River\, everything we do is inspired by Maine’s outdoor heritage. From the vibe you feel when you first walk through the door to the curated cocktails we take so much pride in pouring\, we’re here to bring all the fun\, style\, and energy of the Maine outdoor experience to downtown Portland. Learn more here!\n\n\n\nClick HERE to see other scheduled Summer Storytelling events! URL:https://maineirish.com/event/summer-storytelling-series-batson-river-brewing-distilling/ LOCATION:Batson River Brewing\, 82 Hanover St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maineirish.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-Storytelling-Series-Batson-River-2026-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T215732Z CREATED:20260428T215732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T215732Z UID:10001111-1785263400-1785267000@maineirish.com SUMMARY:Summer Storytelling Series: Orange Bike Brewing DESCRIPTION:The Maine Irish Heritage Center is bringing the cherished Irish tradition of storytelling back to Maine this summer!\n\nIn days gone by neighbors would gather at night in the local ceili house\, the home of a storyteller. They came for conversation\, and to hear stories of their community\, its history\, old tales handed down by the ancestors\, some music. These gatherings helped build community and preserve the culture and values of the Irish people.\n\nWe invite you to join us this summer at one of our storytelling events! Bring a story\, a poem\, a song\, or simply come to listen and enjoy an evening among friends—or friends-in-the-making.\n\nBut wait\, “Does my story/poem/song have to be Irish?” Absolutely not!  These events are celebrations of the oral tradition of every culture\, and we would love to hear anything you want to tell!\n\nEvent Details:\n\nLocation: Orange Bike Brewing\, Portland\, Maine\nTime: 6:30pm-7:30pm\nHost: Cathy Furness\nStory Guidelines:\n\nStories\, songs\, or poems should be 10 minutes or less\nA timekeeper will help us keep things moving\nNo hate speech – creative freedom is welcome\, but kindness and inclusivity are essential\n\n\nAll are welcome – come to share or simply to listen\n\nStorytelling is central to Irish culture—as it is to so many cultures around the world. These outdoor events are part of MIHC’s mission to share this tradition across Maine while also supporting local businesses and gathering spaces. Let’s build community together\, one story at a time.\n\n\nAbout Orange Bike: \nWe are committed to making world-class beer (naturally gluten-free) and intend to make our brewery a center and symbol of positive change in Maine and beyond. With a focus on the triple bottom line—social\, environmental\, and financial—our team is committed to setting a new standard within the craft beer industry. Learn more here!\n\n\n\nClick HERE to see other scheduled Summer Storytelling events! URL:https://maineirish.com/event/summer-storytelling-series-orange-bike-brewing-2/ LOCATION:Orange Bike Brewing\, 31 Diamond St Suite D\, Portland\, 04101\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maineirish.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-Storytelling-Series-ORANGE-BIKE-2026-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T193000 DTSTAMP:20260415T204233Z CREATED:20260415T160900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T204233Z UID:10001096-1785348000-1785353400@maineirish.com SUMMARY:Beginner / Intermediate Irish Session DESCRIPTION:Beginner / Intermediate Irish Session at the Maine Irish Heritage Center (MIHC)\nIrish Sessions are social music gatherings\, where musicians play for themselves more so than any audience that might be present. Join us to play Irish Traditional tunes with others and expand your list of tunes over time. We’ll meet in the MIHC Library from 6 – 7:30 pm every Wednesday\, starting June 24. All instruments and experience levels are welcome. When you start a tune\, we’ll play at your tempo. There will be some time to socialize or confer before someone starts the next set of tunes. \nThese sessions are free to attend\, and a suggested donation of $5 per session will be gratefully accepted. All funds raised through donations will go straight back into MIHC programming! We ask that you RSVP before each session you expect to attend\, even if at the last minute. URL:https://maineirish.com/event/beginner-intermediate-irish-session-7-29-26/ LOCATION:Maine Irish Heritage Center\, 34 Gray St\, Portland\, ME\, 04102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maineirish.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Weekly-Trad-Session-banner-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Maine Irish Heritage Center":MAILTO:maineirish@maineirish.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR