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Things to do around today
Our Town Experience Thornton Wilder's Pulitzer Prize-winning classic exploring small-town life through the interconnected stories of families in Grover's Corners.
Theatre & Movies
Hannah Wicklund Experience an intimate solo performance showcasing Hannah Wicklund's songwriting and storytelling at One Longfellow Square in Portland.
Music
Tech Tutoring Sessions The Bangor Public Library holds hour-long tutoring session in person, by phone, or over Zoom to teach common tech tasks.
Education
SpongeBob The Musical Experience a vibrant youth musical where Bikini Bottom's residents unite to prevent a volcanic disaster and showcase optimism.
Theatre & Movies
101 Dalmatians Kids Next Generation Theatre presents a thrilling theatrical adaptation of the beloved classic tale featuring daring dogs rescuing puppies from a villainous plot.
Theatre & Movies
Friends of the Bangor Public Library Book Sale Shop for used books at the Friends of the Library Book Sale to support the Bangor Public Library.
Shopping
Maine Mariners vs. Norfolk Admirals Watch the Maine Mariners take on the Admirals in a special Lumberjack Night celebration at Cross Insurance Arena in Portland.
Sports
John Lilly and the Earth Coincidence Control Office Directors Michael Almereyda and Courtney Stephens explore the life of Dr. John C. Lilly, a pioneering scientist who investigated consciousness, dolphin communication, and psychedelics.
Theatre & Movies
Natalie Cuomo Watch internationally touring stand-up comedian Natalie Cuomo perform at Empire Comedy Club in Portland.
Miscellaneous
In Rainbows Radiohead Tribute Enjoy a Maine-based Radiohead tribute band performing live at Portland House of Music.
Music
Beginner Bird Walks Discover spring migration by joining accessible bird walks at Fields Pond Audubon Center to learn or sharpen birding skills.
Recreation
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Events for the rest of this week
One Night of Queen Experience a tribute show celebrating Queen's theatrical stage presence and music with Gary Mullen & The Works.
Music
Sunday
Accessible Beginner Birding Join Maine Audubon for an inclusive beginner birding experience featuring flat, accessible routes with frequent rest stops and binocular instruction.
Education
Wednesday
Keller Williams Experience an engaging solo performance by virtuoso musician Keller Williams at Portland House of Music, featuring his signature live looping technique.
Music
Saturday
Balderdash Academy's IMPROV LIVE Enjoy 90 minutes of hilarious on-the-spot improv comedy at The Hill Arts, driven by audience suggestions.
Arts
Saturday
One Night of Queen Experience Gary Mullen & The Works performing a Queen tribute featuring the legendary Magic Tour setlist with authentic costumes and staging.
Music
Wednesday
Maine Mariners vs. Worcester Railers Watch the Maine Mariners take the ice for a Wicked Wednesday game at Cross Insurance Arena in Portland.
Sports
Wednesday
USM Men's Lacrosse vs. UMass Boston The University of Southern Maine Huskies compete against UMass Boston in a home men's lacrosse match.
Sports
Wednesday
Family Fun at Gilsland Farm Young children and their caregivers explore nature together through stories, songs, art, and outdoor play at Maine Audubon's Gilsland Farm.
Family & Kids
Wednesday
Willows Discover the vital role of willows in Maine's ecosystems in a webinar from Maine Audubon.
Education
Wednesday
Husson Baseball vs. Colby Husson baseball players battle Colby in an exciting home game at the Dr. John W. Winkin Sports Complex.
Sports
Wednesday
UMaine vs. Husson Softball The Eagles and the Black Bears face off in a Greater Bangor battle in Orono.
Sports
Wednesday
B|_ANK / RONG / Vivisectionist / Floor 13 Experience an evening of live music featuring B|_ANK, RONG, Vivisectionist, and Floor 13 at Apohadion Theater.
Music
Tuesday
USM Women's Lacrosse vs. Husson The University of Southern Maine women's lacrosse team hosts Husson University for a home game.
Sports
Tuesday
In Sickness and in Health Attend a conversation between authors Laura Mauldin and Mira Ptacin exploring themes of love, caregiving, and healthcare at Mechanics' Hall.
Arts
Tuesday
USM Baseball vs. UMass Boston Watch the University of Southern Maine Huskies take on UMass Boston in a competitive home baseball matchup.
Sports
Tuesday
Birding Basics Online Explore essential birding topics over 17 weeks in this free online series covering identification, migration, ethics, and more.
Education
Tuesday
Beginner Bird Walks Aspiring birders can learn identification skills and explore trails at Maine Audubon's Gilsland Farm with experienced naturalists.
Education
Tuesday
Back to Kitchen Basics Join a session focused on essential cooking skills to help adults navigate meal planning and kitchen tasks at the Bangor Public Library.
Education
Tuesday
Aquatic WILD Educator Workshop Participate in a hands-on workshop to enhance K-12 STEM teaching with aquatic and wetland wildlife activities in Maine.
Education
Tuesday
Husson Men's Lacrosse vs. SUNY Delhi Watch Husson's lacrosse team host SUNY Delhi in a competitive matchup at John P. Boucher Field in Bangor.
Sports
Saturday
The Dark & Dirty Show Experience an evening of bold, edgy comedy featuring comedians performing their unrestricted material at Empire Comedy Club.
Miscellaneous
Thursday
Sea Glass Mosaic Tray with Resin Create a personalized mosaic tray using sea glass and shells at Generations Boutique & Art Studio, then finish it with resin at home for a glossy masterpiece.
Arts
Thursday
Palaver Strings Experience Palaver Strings performing "Dancing Home", an evening exploring heritage, belonging, and resilience through dance at Mechanics' Hall.
Arts
Thursday
USM Softball vs. Bowdoin Watch the University of Southern Maine Huskies face Bowdoin College in a doubleheader softball matchup.
Sports
Thursday
Maine Dead Project's Half Dead Experience live music from Maine Dead Project at Portland House of Music for an evening of entertainment.
Music
Thursday
Portland Jazz Orchestra Experience Maine's premier concert jazz ensemble perform an evolving mix of instrumental and vocal jazz alongside the Falmouth High School Jazz Ensemble.
Music
Thursday
USM Baseball vs. Bowdoin The University of Southern Maine Huskies take on Bowdoin College in a home baseball game.
Sports
Thursday
Willows at Gilsland Farm Explore riparian plant communities and observe willows in bloom with a Maine Audubon naturalist at Gilsland Farm in Falmouth.
Education
Thursday
SPOTS Comedy Showcase Experience a fast-paced comedy showcase featuring rising and established comedians hosted by Caleb Theodore Sherman with opportunities for open performers.
Miscellaneous
Thursday
USM Baseball vs. Endicott The University of Southern Maine baseball team hosts Endicott College for a home game.
Sports
Wednesday
Sketching Class for Beginner Adults Learn sketching techniques in a beginner-friendly class led by a freelance instructor at Brewer Community Center.
Arts
Thursday
Poets/Speak! Celebrate poetry in Maine's heart with student poets, published authors, and readings honoring Robert Creeley's legacy at this annual gathering.
Arts
Thursday
The Teen Hive Teens gather for weekly meetings to build friendships, engage in fun activities, and support one another in a welcoming community space.
Family & Kids
Thursday
Timberdoodle Thursdays Discover the unique shorebird called the woodcock and enjoy witnessing its captivating sky dance at dusk.
Education
Thursday
Stitch & Sip Fiber enthusiasts can join in for an in-person evening of crocheting and knitting with coffee and tea at the Bangor Public Library.
Arts
Thursday
Willows Explore native willow species and their ecological importance in Maine's rivers and wetlands through an informative webinar led by Andrew Tufts.
Education
Wednesday
Kids Kitchen Cooking Classes Children in grades 3-5 can participate in hands-on cooking sessions at Bangor Public Library to learn kitchen safety and make treats.
Family & Kids
Tuesday
Maine Mariners vs. Norfolk Admirals Celebrate Pride Night as the Maine Mariners hockey team takes the ice for an exciting game at Cross Insurance Arena.
Sports
Saturday
Maine Mariners vs. Norfolk Admirals The Maine Mariners celebrate their fans with a special appreciation night hockey game at Cross Insurance Arena in Portland.
Sports
Sunday
Husson University Baseball vs. Thomas College The Husson University Eagles host Thomas College for a doubleheader baseball matchup at the Dr. John W. Winkin Sports Complex.
Sports
Sunday
UMaine Softball vs. UMass Lowell The Black Bears compete against UMass Lowell in softball action at the Labat Complex.
Sports
Sunday
Husson Softball vs. VSU Lyndon Husson University hosts a doubleheader against Vermont State University Lyndon at O’Keefe Softball Field in Bangor.
Sports
Sunday
Walter Trout Blues-rock legend Walter Trout performs at One Longfellow Square, delivering raw, unfiltered music shaped by lived experience and contemporary themes.
Music
Saturday
Live Comix Readings & C.A.M.P. Afterparty Experience live comic readings and projections from independent cartoonists at an afterparty celebrating the CAMP 2026 season.
Arts
Saturday
USM Men's Lacrosse vs. Eastern Connecticut State Cheer on the University of Southern Maine men's lacrosse team as they face Eastern Connecticut State in a home conference matchup.
Sports
Saturday
USM Men's Tennis vs. VSU Castleton The University of Southern Maine men's tennis team competes against Vermont State University Castleton in a conference matchup.
Sports
Saturday
Shanghai Quartet Experience an evening of world-class chamber music blending Eastern and Western traditions at Collins Center for the Arts.
Music
Sunday
Gimmie Gimmie Disco Dance to ABBA and classic disco hits from the 70s and 80s at this lively DJ dance party at Aura.
Music
Saturday
Laila Franklin's BABYBABYBABY Experience a contemporary dance performance exploring the exhilarating and chaotic emotions of falling in love through movement and multimedia.
Arts
Saturday
Spring Arts & Crafts Supply Swap/Giveaway Community members exchange and collect arts supplies while supporting local charities and fostering creativity at the Bangor Public Library.
Arts
Saturday
Husson Baseball vs. Thomas Watch Husson University battle Thomas College in an exciting doubleheader baseball matchup at the Dr. John W. Winkin Sports Complex.
Sports
Saturday
UMaine Softball vs. UMass Lowell The Black Bears compete against UMass Lowell in a doubleheader at the Labat Softball Complex.
Sports
Saturday
Paws for Tales Children can enhance their reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a therapy dog at the library.
Family & Kids
Saturday
Husson Softball vs. VSU Johnson Husson University hosts a conference doubleheader against Vermont State University Johnson at the O'Keefe Softball Field in Bangor.
Sports
Saturday
The Mullet Mic Experience an evening of live comedy featuring seasoned performers and an open mic showcase for emerging comedians at Empire Comedy Club.
Miscellaneous
Sunday
Little Shop of Horrors Celebrate the 40th anniversary of this beloved musical-comedy-horror hybrid with two showings at Black Bear Cinemas in partnership with The Emporium Spooky Goods & More.
Theatre & Movies
Sunday
Chris Knight Enjoy an intimate acoustic performance by singer-songwriter Chris Knight, praised for his unflinching storytelling and Americana roots, alongside special guest Thomas Charles Clukey.
Music
Sunday
Gum Parker / Field Studies / Million of Energy Enjoy an all-ages evening of live music featuring Gum Parker, Field Studies, and Million of Energy at Apohadion Theater.
Music
Sunday
Soda A Yom Hashoah Experience a compelling 1954 Israeli drama about a seamstress and former partisan whose budding romance is threatened by dark secrets from the Holocaust.
Community
Sunday
The Sound of Democracy Join a community singalong featuring local singing groups and a silent auction benefiting the Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project in Orono.
Music
Sunday
Birding Basics Online Join Maine Audubon for a comprehensive online series covering a new birding topic every week, suitable for beginners and experts alike.
Education
Tuesday
USM Softball vs. UNE The University of Southern Maine softball team hosts University of New England for a doubleheader matchup at home.
Sports
Monday
Dead Lover (in Stink-O-Vision) Experience a zany 16mm film featuring scratch-and-sniff technology that syncs aromas with a morbid tale of love and resurrection.
Theatre & Movies
Monday
USM Baseball vs. Bates Watch the University of Southern Maine Huskies take on Bates College in a competitive home baseball matchup.
Sports
Monday
Pimp Your Show Learn practical strategies to enhance live performance impact and connect with audiences during showcases and festivals with performance coach Oliver Larché.
Education
Monday
Drone Boiz Experience an engaging live music performance featuring Drone Boiz and Shifting Harbor at Apohadion Theater.
Music
Monday
Bouncing Baby Story Time Join engaging story time sessions for babies and caregivers at Bangor Public Library to enjoy songs and stories.
Family & Kids
Tuesday
Tech Tutoring The Bangor Public Library holds hour-long tutoring session in person, by phone, or over Zoom to teach common tech tasks.
Education
Saturday
Teen Craft Club Teens in grades 6-12 gather weekly to work on various craft projects including crochet, painting, sketching, and sewing at the Bangor Public Library.
Family & Kids
Tuesday
Saturday Story Stop Children aged 3-6 and their families can enjoy stories, songs, and games at the Bangor Public Library to boost early literacy skills.
Family & Kids
Saturday
Open DJ Night DJs of all skill levels bring records, CDs, or controllers to perform and experiment with different genres and styles in an open format.
Music
Tuesday
Next Chapter Book Club The Bangor Public Library hosts a club for adolescents and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Arts
Thursday
Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead Join an engaging storytime that explores science, technology, engineering, arts, and math concepts through hands-on activities and books at Bangor Public Library.
Family & Kids
Monday
Crafty Corner Kids and families can enjoy engaging drop-in craft activities at Bangor Public Library every week.
Family & Kids
Thursday
Grieving Through Reading Join a book group to explore coping with grief through literature and discussions on loss and life changes.
Arts
Thursday
Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club Teens in grades 6-12 can create characters and embark on single-day adventures at the Bangor Public Library.
Family & Kids
Wednesday
Tiny Tots Storytime Enjoy a half an hour of games, stories, crafts, and more for kids ages 2-4 at the Bangor Public Library.
Family & Kids
Tuesday
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Miscellaneous
SPOTS
SPOTS is a weekly comedy showcase hosted by Caleb Theodore Sherman that spotlights both emerging and established comedians in a fast-paced format running from 9:00–10:30PM. The show features primarily booked performers along with two bucket-pull spots each week, allowing unbooked comedians to sign up and perform. It operates on a pay-what-you-want basis, and the venue also offers late night happy hour specials on drinks.
- Location
- Empire Comedy Club
- Date
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- Thursday, April 23, 2026
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