Things happening around The Valley This Week

Events Digest: April 7 – April 13

Bangor

• Business After Hours: Hosted by Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway and presented by Nexamp. A great local networking opportunity.

  • Date: Thursday, April 9

  • Location: 500 Main St, Bangor

• The Bangor "Booty Bash": Featuring the legendary disco tribute band Motor Booty Affair.

  • Date: Saturday, April 11 (7:00 PM)

  • Location: The Sports Arena, 1640 Hammond St, Bangor

• Songwriters’ Open Mic: A weekly tradition for local musicians to showcase original work.

  • Date: Tuesday, April 7 (5:00 PM – 8:00 PM)

  • Location: 2Feet Brewing, 80 Columbia St, Bangor

• City Council Workshop & Meeting: For those following local governance.

  • Date: Monday, April 13 (5:15 PM & 7:00 PM)

  • Location: City Hall / Council Chambers, 73 Harlow St, Bangor

Orono

• Seed Starting Workshop: Perfect for the gardeners in the Valley getting ready for the Maine spring.

  • Date: Tuesday, April 7 (5:30 PM – 7:00 PM)

  • Location: Orono Public Library (Dana and Mary Ann Devoe Community Room)

• Town Council Meeting:

  • Date: Monday, April 13 (5:00 PM)

  • Location: Council Chamber, 59 Main St, Orono

Brewer & Region

• Eastern Maine Woodturners "Turn Around": A unique gathering for local artisans and hobbyists.

  • Date: Saturday, April 11 (6:00 AM start)

  • Location: United Technologies Center (Region 4), 200 Hogan Rd, Bangor (serving the Brewer/Bangor region)

• Story Time with Miss Shelley: A weekly favorite for newborns to 5-year-olds.

  • Date: Tuesday, April 7

  • Location: Brewer Public Library\

• Public Library Highlights

  The Bangor Public Library is a hub of activity this week with several niche clubs and family events:

  • Teen Craft Club: A weekly creative hangout for crocheters, painters, and sewists in grades 6-12.

    • Date: Tuesday, April 7 (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM)

  • Tech Club: A hands-on workshop focused on creating stop-motion short movies (Registration required).

    • Date: Tuesday, April 7 (3:30 PM – 4:15 PM)

  • Spring Arts & Crafts Supply Swap: A community exchange to pick up new materials or clear out your craft closet.

    • Date: Saturday, April 11

  • Paws for Tales: A heart-warming event where children can practice their reading skills by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog.

    • Date: Saturday, April 11

  Downtown Bangor & Social Scenes

  • Live Irish Sessions: Enjoy a traditional Irish jam followed by an open mic night.

    • Date: Tuesday, April 7 (6:00 PM – Close)

    • Location: Paddy Murphy’s

  • Aerial Silks & Lyra Class: A unique fitness opportunity to try beginner aerial arts.

    • Date: Check local schedules at Downtown Bangor Events for specific session times this week.

  Farmers’ Markets (Winter Edition)

  While the outdoor markets are still a few weeks away, the winter markets are wrapping up their seasons:

  • Bangor European Market: A year-round staple featuring local and global meats, seafood, and artisanal baked goods.

    • Date: Saturday, April 11 (8:30 AM – 12:30 PM)

    • Location: 117 Buck Street, Bangor

  • Orono Winter Farmers' Market: This market is currently in its indoor season.

    • Date: Saturday, April 11 (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

    • Location: ASA Adams School, 6 Goodridge Drive, Orono