Third Places & Gathering Spaces
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Great neighborhoods are places where people can live, work, worship, shop, and play all within a short walk. A key feature of such neighborhoods is a mix of third places and gathering spaces. These are open, relaxed public spaces for gathering, playing, mingling, and tarrying—for getting to know each other. FWC is thrilled to highlight three examples of third spaces and gathering spaces in August: 
- Wed 8/10 Maine Pops Summer Concert in Heseltine Park
- Sat 8/13 Instrument Demo and Petting Zoo at Coveside
- Sun 8/14 Old Fashioned Picnic and Band Concert at Woodfords Congregational Church
Come out to meet your neighbors this month at these fun events! And save the date of Sept 23 for CornerFEST a big neighborhood block party hosted by FWC and Woodfords Congregational Church.
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Calling all Artists & Volunteers for CornerFEST 2022!
We are looking for artists to join us at CornerFEST and sell their crafts and goods! Tables are FREE!
We are also looking for volunteers to help out at the event, the following jobs are available:
- Flyer Hanger
- Set-up Crew
- Vendor Greeter & Set-up
- Welcoming Committee
- Clean-up & Break-down Crew
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The Corner Crosswalk Murals are here!
On Monday, July 25th & Monday, August 1st volunteers joined us to paint the neighborhood! All four crosswalks on Deering Ave & Revere St are now outfitted with wonderful murals. Thank you to our amazing crew of volunteers. Take a walk over to Deering Ave and take a photo, tag us, and use #CornerCrosswalkArt on Instagram! Read more here >>>
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Want to show your appreciation for FWC?
How much do you appreciate the work that Friends of Woodfords Corner is doing to help make the Corner an even more safe, walkable, welcoming, and vibrant neighborhood hub? Join us in our efforts: make a donation to Friends of Woodfords Corner today! As a token of our appreciation for gifts of $25 or more, you’ll receive a “Hopeful: together we can” lawn sign delivered right to your home.
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Shalom Community Park now has a Website
On June 26th, Temple Beth El and Levey Day School invited our members, students, and neighbors to learn about our exciting plans to build a community greenspace and playground called Shalom Community Park. The park will not be completed until Fall 2023, but its website is now officially live! Learn more about these exciting plans, help us spread the word, and find out about how you can be a part of it by visiting www.shalomcommunitypark.org today!
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Muralist Ryan Adams and Team return to WC!
Kind and Co - the new business renovating the old Hair Unlimited building on Forest Ave has engaged Ryan Adams and his team (Chel and Kelly) to add more mural art to Woodfords Corner. Back in 2017, Ryan created the mural on the side of the Artist and Craftsman Building. Welcome Back, Ryan!
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Question of the Month: tell us what you think!
Each month we're asking one (1) question to hear from YOU! Answer the question to be entered to win a fun prize – this month, a $25 gift card to Great Lost Bear!
August Question:
What is your favorite 3rd place or gathering space in Woodfords Corner? (Hint: read the opening article to learn what a 3rd place is)
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More events happen in Woodfords Corner than we can promote in our e-news.
To see more of the hyperlocal options, visit woodfordscorner.org!
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Wednesday, August 10: Maine Pops Summer Concert at Heseltine Park
Irving Street — 7 - 8 pm
Join the Maine Pops Concert Band for a free concert in Heseltine Park. Bring your own blanket or chair and enjoy the evening with friends, family, and neighbors.
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Saturday, August 13: Instrument Demo & Zoo at Coveside Coffee
28 Vannah Ave — 10 - 12 am
Join your friends at Coveside Coffee for a morning of outdoor, kid-friendly performances by Portland Symphony Orchestra Bassist (and neighbor!) Ann Metcalf. Plus a chance to try an instrument!
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Sunday, August 14: Old-Fashioned Picnic and Band Concert at Woodfords Congregational Church
202 Woodford St — 12 - 1 pm
The celebration, held on the WCC lawn, will feature the Bridgton Community Band. The Bridgton Community Band is one of the few remaining community bands in the state. Musicians from Bridgton and the greater Lakes Region Area present several free concerts throughout the summer at the town bandstand. Their repertoire includes everything from rousing marches to classical and pop pieces. The band is under the direction of conductor Steven B. Sweetsir.
We invite the greater community, families, and friends to bring their own picnic lunch, chairs, and blankets to 202 Woodfords St., and enjoy the festivities. Parking is available in the church lot. The event will be held rain or shine. Read more >>>
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Thank you for the office donations!
A huge thank you to WBRC for donating furniture pieces to the new FWC HQ!
And thank you to all of our generous neighbors who donated items & funds for our office—we cannot wait to show you all our space!
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Thank you Lewis Brothers for helping us move in!
During our office move-in, Lewis Brothers Landscaping donated time, labor (and a truck) to FWC to lighten our load. Thank you, Peter, Alex, and Matt for all the hard work!
And thank you to our new friend, Nate for coming to help with the heavy lifting as well!
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FWC & Main Street America
 In 2019 (a mere 3 years ago) Friends of Woodfords Corner became a Main Street Affiliate, and we thought it might be time to explain what this means for our organization and our community, and how how this makes us unique among many varied community groups in the Portland area! Learn more>>
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Join Our Team: Volunteer for Friends of Woodfords Corner!
Join us in our efforts to foster a thriving, welcoming, and sustainable village hub in Woodfords Corner, and make an impact on your community! We're always looking for more volunteers for our committees and folks who want to serve as board members. Complete one of the forms, linked below, to inquire and learn more!
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