Picnics & Photos: Celebrating Culture

Here are two great events that are ways to learn more about our refugee communities.  One is in Lewiston, the other is in Portland.  Both will be casual, fun ways to get to know your new neighbors.



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 Downtown Girls: A Reflection of Community - April 29-June 10th, 2011.  Opening Reception: Friday April 29 4-7pm.  This photovoice project equipped young girls with cameras and invited themt o document their worlds.   A series of fifty images give a glimpse into their lives, and an insight into Lewiston's newest immigrant community, as seen through that community's youngest members.  Location: L/A Arts Community Gallery, 221 Lisbon Street, Lewiston ME

New Mainer's Event - May 7th, 2011 from 1-3pm, sponsored by Catholic Charities Refugee & Immigration Services.  This year we will have a DJ, an arts & crafts table, kickball games, face painting, jewelry making, and lots of food! For more information contact Aimee Vlachos-Bullard at 523-2737 or abullard@ccmaine.org.  Location: USM University Green, 23 Bedford Street, Portland.  Parking is available in the lot next to the green.

We'll see you there!