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Cajun Jam Drop-In
Join Grammy-winner musician and teacher Mitch Reed as he leads an all-abilities-welcome jam exploring Cajun sounds and traditions. Please bring your instrument, and a fun-loving attitude. The Fox & the Fiddle Café will be open and serving treats as usual, so come for a bite, to learn a new tune, or just to listen.
House Party 2025
It’s time for 317’s annual House Party—the event of the year! Don’t miss this year’s “317 Main Experience” featuring 1960’s era inspired music, fun, and festivities.
Downeasters Barbershop Open Rehearsal
Ever wonder what barbershop harmony is all about? Want to get to know the voices behind the famous Lime Rickey booth at the Yarmouth Clamfest? You're invited to attend the free Downeasters Chorus Open Rehearsal on Monday, May19th - all voices are welcome!
Trivia Night
Calling all smarty pants! Ready to test yourself? Whether you’re bringing a team or hoping to make new connections, trivia night at the Fox & the Fiddle café is the perfect place to share and expand your knowledge. Grab a cocktail and don’t forget a pencil ✏️ - see you there!
Bluegrass Jam- Drop-In
Hosted by 317 Teaching Artist Lincoln Meyers, this jam welcomes all levels of musical ability and is a sure-fire way to infuse some zest into your weekly routine. Please bring $5 cash, and plan for a one-drink minimum at the café.
Cajun Jam Drop-In
Join Grammy-winner musician and teacher Mitch Reed as he leads an all-abilities-welcome jam exploring Cajun sounds and traditions. Please bring your instrument, and a fun-loving attitude. The Fox & the Fiddle Café will be open and serving treats as usual, so come for a bite, to learn a new tune, or just to listen.
Scandinavian Strings Jam
Join award-winning fiddler Betsy Hooper for monthly Scandinavian String Jams at 317 Main! We welcome intermediate players and above who are new to the traditional Scandinavian playing. The group primarily plays by ear, but it is not required and sheet music will be provided. Join us to play along or just to listen!
Slow Irish Jam
Join us on the third Friday of the month for a traditional Irish Jam in Fox & the Fiddle.
Trivia Night
Calling all smarty pants! Ready to test yourself? Whether you’re bringing a team or hoping to make new connections, trivia night at the Fox & the Fiddle café is the perfect place to share and expand your knowledge. Grab a cocktail and don’t forget a pencil ✏️ - see you there!
Open Mic Night
Join us the SECOND and FOURTH Tuesday of the month for a lively evening of music and talent at the 317 Main Open Mic! Whether you're a seasoned performer or just love to enjoy live music, this event is the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills or simply have a great time. Mark your calendars and head over to our new Pub and Cafe, Fox & the Fiddle!
Whether you want to perform or simply be part of the enthusiastic audience, this event promises a night filled with creativity, laughter, and good vibes. So grab your friends, family, or even your guitar, and join us for an unforgettable evening at the 317 Main Open Mic! Register here.
Bluegrass Jam- Drop-In
Hosted by 317 Teaching Artist Lincoln Meyers, this jam welcomes all levels of musical ability and is a sure-fire way to infuse some zest into your weekly routine. Please bring $5 cash, and plan for a one-drink minimum at the café.
Cajun Jam Drop-In
Join Grammy-winner musician and teacher Mitch Reed as he leads an all-abilities-welcome jam exploring Cajun sounds and traditions. Please bring your instrument, and a fun-loving attitude. The Fox & the Fiddle Café will be open and serving treats as usual, so come for a bite, to learn a new tune, or just to listen.
Student Ensemble Performance: Discovery Voice
Come on down to the Fox & The Fiddle café to see 317 students strut their stuff! Performance opportunities are vital in order for music students to hone their craft, and at 317 Main, we strive to make these performances as frequent as possible. Don’t pass up this chance to support the music community by showing up for our Discovery Voice students!
Scandinavian Strings Jam
Join award-winning fiddler Betsy Hooper for monthly Scandinavian String Jams at 317 Main! We welcome intermediate players and above who are new to the traditional Scandinavian playing. The group primarily plays by ear, but it is not required and sheet music will be provided. Join us to play along or just to listen!
Heather Masse & Jed Wilson
Heather Masse, a beloved local talent turned international star with The Wailin’ Jennys, has graced stages around the world with her stunning voice and heartfelt performances. A regular on A Prairie Home Companion—where she became a favorite of Garrison Keillor—Heather won over national audiences with her rich vocals and effortless blend of folk, jazz, and beyond. She'll be joined by the exceptionally talented pianist and composer Jed Wilson, making for a truly special musical homecoming.
HenryFest
Put the finishing touch on your summer plans with tickets to 317 Main’s annual summer festival, HenryFest! Bring the kids, lawn chairs or blankets, and ears hungry for some good ol’ tunes. Featured performers include feature the Soggy Po Boys, White Mountain Ramblers, Ali McGuirk, Cary Morin & Ghost Dog, and many more. See you there?
An Evening with Sam James
Samuel James is a musician, journalist and storyteller. As a musician, James has been touring internationally for more than fifteen years, performing in the Black American Folk Tradition. He has released seven albums, scored film soundtracks and museum exhibits. James' award-winning songwriting has been compared to Leonard Cohen's and his guitar virtuosity to that of Jimi Hendrix.
Bluegrass Jam - Drop-In
Hosted by 317 Teaching Artist Lincoln Meyers, this jam welcomes all levels of musical ability and is a sure-fire way to infuse some zest into your weekly routine. Please bring $5 cash, and plan for a one-drink minimum at the café.
Open Mic Night
Join us the SECOND and FOURTH Tuesday of the month for a lively evening of music and talent at the 317 Main Open Mic! Whether you're a seasoned performer or just love to enjoy live music, this event is the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills or simply have a great time. Mark your calendars and head over to our new Pub and Cafe, Fox & the Fiddle!
Whether you want to perform or simply be part of the enthusiastic audience, this event promises a night filled with creativity, laughter, and good vibes. So grab your friends, family, or even your guitar, and join us for an unforgettable evening at the 317 Main Open Mic! Register here.
Trivia Night
Calling all smarty pants! Ready to test yourself? Whether you’re bringing a team or hoping to make new connections, trivia night at the Fox & the Fiddle café is the perfect place to share and expand your knowledge. Grab a cocktail and don’t forget a pencil ✏️ - see you there!
Darrell Scott
Multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Darrell Scott comes to the 317 Main stage after recently touring with Robert Plant and the Zac Brown Band (2 years with each), producing albums for Malcolm Holcombe and Guy Clark and being named “Songwriter of the Year” for both ASCAP and NSAI.
Mother’s Day Sip n’ Shop
This curated fair will have something every mom will love—crafts, candles, beauty products, soaps, seedlings, flowers, jewelry, chocolate, and so much more. Strike a pose at the dedicated Photo Station, listen to Diana Hansen’s (317 Teaching Artist) serenades, and peruse offerings from upwards of twenty artisan vendors. Pro tip: Perusing best accomplished with mimosa in hand. Join the community in celebrating all the moms in our lives!
Cajun Jam Drop-In
Join Grammy-winner musician and teacher Mitch Reed as he leads an all-abilities-welcome jam exploring Cajun sounds and traditions. Please bring your instrument, and a fun-loving attitude. The Fox & the Fiddle Café will be open and serving treats as usual, so come for a bite, to learn a new tune, or just to listen.
Bluegrass Jam- Drop-In
Hosted by 317 Teaching Artist Lincoln Meyers, this jam welcomes all levels of musical ability and is a sure-fire way to infuse some zest into your weekly routine. Please bring $5 cash, and plan for a one-drink minimum at the café.
Student Ensemble Performance: Blues Ensemble
Come on down to the Fox & The Fiddle café to see 317 students strut their stuff! Performance opportunities are vital in order for music students to hone their craft, and at 317 Main, we strive to make these performances as frequent as possible. Don’t pass up this chance to support the music community by showing up for the Blues Ensemble!
Trivia Night
Calling all smarty pants! Ready to test yourself? Whether you’re bringing a team or hoping to make new connections, trivia night at the Fox & the Fiddle café is the perfect place to share and expand your knowledge. Grab a cocktail and don’t forget a pencil ✏️ - see you there!
Beginner/Slow(er) Irish Jam
Join us on the first Friday of the month for a beginner/slow Irish Jam in Fox & the Fiddle.
Cajun Jam Drop-In
Join Grammy-winner musician and teacher Mitch Reed as he leads an all-abilities-welcome jam exploring Cajun sounds and traditions. Please bring your instrument, and a fun-loving attitude. The Fox & the Fiddle Café will be open and serving treats as usual, so come for a bite, to learn a new tune, or just to listen.
Bluegrass Jam- Drop-In
Hosted by 317 Teaching Artist Lincoln Meyers, this jam welcomes all levels of musical ability and is a sure-fire way to infuse some zest into your weekly routine. Please bring $5 cash, and plan for a one-drink minimum at the café.
Jawahir Arabic Music Ensemble
Jawahir Arabic Music Ensemble performs classical and popular Arabic and Ottoman music of the 17thto the 21st centuries. The group features Maria Wagner on nay, Duncan Hardy on qanun, Madeleine Hannaon voice and oud, and Dorothy Barker on riqq, darbuka and duff. Jawahir means ‘jewels’ in Arabic and the group endeavors to uncover and share some of the rich variety of musical traditions from the Middle East, both past and present.
Slow Irish Jam
Join us on the third Friday of the month for a traditional Irish Jam in Fox & the Fiddle.
Cajun Jam Drop-In
Join Mitch Reed for a drop-in cajun jam Thursdays in our new cafe space. Please bring your instrument. All abilities welcome!
Bluegrass Jam- Drop-In
Join us every Wednesday night in our Cafe for a bluegrass jam hosted by Lincoln Meyers. All abilities welcome! Please bring $5 cash.
Special Event: Introduction to Music Around the World
Ronnie Malley, a multi-instrumentalist musician, educator, and executive director of of Chicago's Intercultural Music Production, visits 317 for a special workshop and introduction to world music.
The Portland String Quartet
The Portland String Quartet has been a fixture of the Maine chamber music community since its inception in 1969. Now in its 56th season, the PSQ is in a thrilling phase of growth and exploration, and comes to 317 with a program of vocal songs reimagined for strings, highlighting a range of songwriters, from Joni Mitchell to Hildegard von Bingen.
Community Contra Dance
317’s own Ellen Gawler and Maggie Robinson present this family-friendly community building event. Featuring the All-Comers band, everyone is welcome to join the fun, meet new people and enjoy some fantastic music and dancing!
Cajun Jam Drop-In
Join Mitch Reed for a drop-in cajun jam Thursdays in our new cafe space. Please bring your instrument. All abilities welcome!
Bluegrass Jam- Drop-In
Join us every Wednesday night in our Cafe for a bluegrass jam hosted by Lincoln Meyers. All abilities welcome! Please bring $5 cash.
Open Mic Night
Join us the SECOND and FOURTH Tuesday of the month for a lively evening of music and talent at the 317 Main Open Mic! Whether you're a seasoned performer or just love to enjoy live music, this event is the perfect opportunity to showcase your skills or simply have a great time. Mark your calendars and head over to our new Pub and Cafe, Fox & the Fiddle!
Whether you want to perform or simply be part of the enthusiastic audience, this event promises a night filled with creativity, laughter, and good vibes. So grab your friends, family, or even your guitar, and join us for an unforgettable evening at the 317 Main Open Mic! Register here.
317 Main Presents: The Gawler Family Band
🎻 Join Us for an Evening with The Gawler Family Band at 317 Main! 🎶
We’re thrilled to present the Gawler Family Band, bringing their beloved blend of traditional folk, spirited harmonies, and down-home charm to 317 Main Community Music Center! This talented Maine-based family band is known for their lively fiddle tunes, foot-stomping rhythm, and heartwarming ballads that connect generations and communities.
With roots deeply planted in the Maine folk tradition, the Gawler Family Band will fill the evening with old-time favorites and original tunes that will have you clapping, singing along, and feeling right at home.
Tickets are available now, and seating is limited! Don’t miss your chance to experience an unforgettable evening of music with friends and family.
Grow your Little Roots - Interactive Matinee
Welcome Spring with us! Grow Your Little Roots Matinee is a fun and interactive event for the whole family - see you there!
Beginner/Slow(er) Irish Jam
Join us on the first Friday of the month for a beginner/slow Irish Jam in Fox & the Fiddle.
Cajun Jam Drop-In
Join Mitch Reed for a drop-in cajun jam Thursdays in our new cafe space. Please bring your instrument. All abilities welcome!
Bluegrass Jam- Drop-In
Join us every Wednesday night in our Cafe for a bluegrass jam hosted by Lincoln Meyers. All abilities welcome! Please bring $5 cash.
Cajun Jam Drop-In
Join Mitch Reed for a drop-in cajun jam Thursdays in our new cafe space. Please bring your instrument. All abilities welcome!