There's Still Time - Help Us Bring Back the Farmers Market in 2024!
We're 80% of the way to our goal of $15,000 to bring back the Woodfords Corner Market back for the 2024 season! The Farmers Market was a huge lift for FWC, beginning back in late 2022 when we began conceptualizing what the market could be. Just like with any startup effort, the first season of the market required a huge investment of time and resources from our board and volunteers. To make the Farmers Market a sustainable and even more impactful program we need your support! Make a gift today to help bring back the market next spring!
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2023 Farmers Market Impact Report
Did you come to the farmers market in 2023? Check out our impact report to learn more about the work that went into making it happen, and the positive impact that effort had on our community.
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New Bike Racks in the Corner
The first five bike racks donated through our Bike Rack Bonanza campaign have been installed at locations around the Corner! The new bike hitches were made possible by donations from local businesses and community members, and are a tangible commitment to a greener, healthier, more connected Woodfords Corner.
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Congratulations and Fond Farewell to Martha!
 Last month, we said goodbye to Martha Lefebvre, our graduate student assistant who helped us get the Woodfords Corner Farmers Market of the ground. Martha graduated from the University of Southern Maine with master's degree in Policy, Planning, and Management. We are so grateful for you, Martha!
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To see more events happening this month visit our website.
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Portland Yoga Project Yoga Teacher Training
Portland Yoga Project, 449 Forest Ave — January 6th - June 9th
Over 12 weekends, learn how to teach asana (postures) in a safe and effective way from Portland Yoga Project. You'll also learn about the practice and teaching of yoga from multiple perspectives, including anti-racism and queer competency.
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Woodford F&B Sunday Brunch
Woodford F&B, 651 Forest Ave — Every Sunday, 10 am - 3 pm
After a few years away, Sunday brunch has returned to Woodford F&B. Stop by from 10 am to 3 pm on Sundays to enjoy brunch classics like biscuits and gravy, or something a little fancier, like caviar and latkes.
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Labyrinth Walk
Trinity Church, 113 Coyle St — Sunday, January 21st, 1:30 - 4 pm
Join Trinity Church for a restful labyrinth walk in Lincoln Hall. All are welcome to participate in this change to take a break and seek stillness.
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Getting in the Holiday Spirit: Fun with the Holiday Bazaar & Woodfords Weekend
 Thank you to everyone who shopped at the craft bazaar, played our bingo game, or stopped by our office and said hello! On Saturday, Dec. 2nd, the Corner was buzzing with holiday spirit.
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Portland Buy Local
 Portland Buy Local recently filmed their 5th installment of IndiBiz Edu on the topic of financing for small businesses, and all their talks are on free on their YouTube Channel{ Portland Buy Local. These talks ranging from commercial real estate, financing and marketing for small businesses - with 1-20 employees - just like those all around Woodfords Corner.
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Fresh Food Gardens in Woodfords Corner
 Fresh Food Gardens (FFG) is a small, local business that helps families and organizations take steps towards self-sufficiency by creating beautiful garden spaces. There are six Fresh Food Gardens in the Woodfords Corner area. FWC is looking forward to working with FFG in 2024 to encourage our neighbors to grow food at home!
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 Know Snow: Winter is Here!
Commercial property owners have 12 hours after snow stops falling to clear abutting sidewalks. The first offense is $250 fine. All residential property owners are required to remove snow from sidewalks abutting property within 18 hours after the city has finished clearing sidewalks. The first offense is a $75 fine.
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Volunteer to Help Your Neighbors Shovel
The Age-Friendly Portland Steering Committee is looking for volunteers willing to shovel snow for an elderly neighbor this winter. Neighborhood volunteer coordinators are also needed to help match Portland homeowners aged 65+ with local volunteer groups and individuals willing to help with snow removal.
Learn more >>>
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Support Friends of Woodfords Corner!
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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FWC & Main Street America
 In 2019 (a mere 4 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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