Sounds Like Community
From unforgettable concerts and seasonal celebrations to weekly jams, sessions, and community nights, 317 is your gathering place for music, connection, and moments you’ll want to return to—again and again
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.
White Mountain Ramblers | Summer Deck Music Series
The White Mountain Ramblers kick off our free Summer Deck Music Series with a mix of original, familiar, and traditional music perfect for a relaxed, joyful, summer evening.
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.
Clam Fest Family Porch Concert | Summer Deck Music Series
Kick off Clam Fest weekend with a free, family-friendly concert as part of our Summer Deck Music Series! Before the parade steps off, join 317 Main’s Little Roots and Early Childhood Music staff on the John Williams Front Porch for an afternoon of songs, movement, and musical fun. Perfect for young children and their families, this joyful pre-parade celebration is a great way to gather, sing along, and get into the Clam Festival spirit.
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.
Follow The Crows | Summer Deck Music Series
Join us for our free Summer Deck Music Series, as Follow the Crows plays the John Williams Front Porch! Featuring singer-songwriter Janice O'Rourke and multi-instrumentalist Mark McDonough, Follow the Crows is a folk-rock/Americana duo with a catalogue that includes well-crafted, upbeat originals, and a few covers from their favorite artists.
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.
Jeff Christmas, Alicia Phelps, & Diana Hansen | Summer Deck Music Series
It’s a special edition of our free Summer Deck Music Series, as beloved 317 Main musicians come together in song to bring good summer vibes to the John Williams Front Porch. Featuring Jeff Christmas, Alicia Phelps, and Diana Hansen, this promises to be an evening of incredible music, community, and summer fun.
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.
BlueBus Revival | Summer Deck Music Series
Hailing from Peaks Island, BlueBus Revival earned its name from a converted school bus that served as the band's jam space during its more than 20 years in New Hampshire’s Mount Washington Valley—slowly sinking into the earth all the while. Known for stretching the boundaries of acoustic music, the group blends influences and styles into a sound that resists categorization.
Hogfish & 317 Main Present: The Regenerative Arts Seed Project
This year marks the third annual collaboration between Hogfish Arts and 317 Main Community Music Center, presenting works-in-progress by Hogfish 2026 artists-in-residence in Founders Hall. Each artists will share a portion of their idea to the public, followed by a facilitated Q&A with the intent to help nurture the work and support artistic development.
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.
Boba Funk | Summer Deck Music Series
Join us for a free evening of galactic grooves as Boba Funk lands on the John Williams Front Porch as part of our Summer Deck Music Series. Featuring 317 Main musician Jazmin DeRice, Boba Funk is on a mission to bring the best funk and soul music from the furthest reaches of the galaxy to Maine. Inspired by the fearless bounty hunter whose name they borrow, the band delivers infectious grooves, powerhouse vocals, and an irresistible energy that will have audiences moving from the very first note.
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.
Gunther Brown | Summer Deck Music Series
As part of our free Summer Deck Music Series, join us for an evening with Gunther Brown, Portland’s acclaimed roots-rock Americana band. Led by songwriter Peter Ryan, the group has earned praise on both sides of the Atlantic for its heartfelt songwriting, rich harmonies, and powerful live performances. Whether you're a longtime Americana fan or simply looking for a great free summer concert, Gunther Brown delivers a memorable blend of authenticity, emotion, and timeless roots music on the John Williams Front Porch.
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.
Charlie Moore & Pepper Smith | Summer Deck Music Series
As part of our free Summer Deck Music Series, join us for an evening of original music and emerging local talent featuring singer-songwriter Charlie Moore. Known for thoughtful songwriting and engaging performances, Charlie brings a fresh voice to Maine’s music scene. The concert will open with a set from Pepper Smith, a talented 317 Main student, making this a special night celebrating both established and rising artists on the John Williams Front Porch.
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.
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.
Little Roots at Freeport Community Library
Join us at Freeport Community Library for Little Roots On The Go, where young children (0-5 years old) and their caregivers sing, play, and move together to spark a lifelong love of music. These joyful classes build rhythm, connection, and confidence one song at a time.
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.
Local Vocals & Friends
From the rich blend of the Coastal Blenders and Local Vocals to performances by CUKES, and featured sets by individuals students and a trio, this showcase celebrates the power of singing together and the unique voices that make our musical community so vibrant.
Open Mic Night
Join us on the second Tuesday of each month for Open Mic Night at 317 Main. This is a low-key, welcoming night for sharing music, trying out new material, or just listening and enjoying being in the room together. All are welcome, performers and listeners alike.
Spring Student Showcase
A three-day celebration of student music-making across our communities.
These showcases are designed to be open and encouraging. All 317 Main lesson students are invited to participate, and each showcase also includes featured moments from our teaching artists and 1–2 student ensembles, ensuring the weekend reflects the full range of learning and music-making happening at 317.
Spring Student Showcase
A three-day celebration of student music-making across our communities.
These showcases are designed to be open and encouraging. All 317 Main lesson students are invited to participate, and each showcase also includes featured moments from our teaching artists and 1–2 student ensembles, ensuring the weekend reflects the full range of learning and music-making happening at 317.
Spring Student Showcase
A three-day celebration of student music-making across our communities.
These showcases are designed to be open and encouraging. All 317 Main lesson students are invited to participate, and each showcase also includes featured moments from our teaching artists and 1–2 student ensembles, ensuring the weekend reflects the full range of learning and music-making happening at 317.
Spring Student Showcase
A three-day celebration of student music-making across our communities.
These showcases are designed to be open and encouraging. All 317 Main lesson students are invited to participate, and each showcase also includes featured moments from our teaching artists and 1–2 student ensembles, ensuring the weekend reflects the full range of learning and music-making happening at 317.
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.
Annual Instrument Sale
From guitars and keyboards to horns, percussion, strings, folk instruments, and unexpected treasures, this is a chance to pick up an affordable instrument, try something entirely new, or finally bring home the thing you’ve always wanted to learn.
Classical Uprising & 317 Main present Penelope
On May 30th, Classical Uprising brings its presentation of Penelope to Founders Hall for a unique and unforgettable evening straddling the space between art song, indie rock, chamber folk, and contemporary classical performance.
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.
Open Mic Night
Join us on the second Tuesday of each month for Open Mic Night at 317 Main. This is a low-key, welcoming night for sharing music, trying out new material, or just listening and enjoying being in the room together. All are welcome, performers and listeners alike.
Tiny Disco
Tiny Disco is a joyful, high-energy dance party designed for the kiddos and the families who love them. We’ll fill Founders Hall with great music—the kind adults actually want to hear without any awkward car-ride explanations—plus playful lights and just enough organized chaos to make it feel like a real night out, just earlier in the day.
Scandinavian Strings Jam
With decades of experience playing for Scottish Country Dance, Scandinavian folk, and international music communities from Boston to Knoxville to Portland, award-winning musician Betsy Hooper brings deep knowledge and a warm, welcoming spirit to every session. Whether you’re a seasoned player or simply curious, this informal spelmanslag (jam group) is a place to learn, listen, and play the hauntingly beautiful dance music of Sweden and beyond.
Little Roots at Walker Library
Join us at Walker Library for Little Roots On The Go, where young children (0-5 years old) and their caregivers sing, play, and move together to spark a lifelong love of music. These joyful classes build rhythm, connection, and confidence one song at a time.
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.
Advanced Folk Showcase
This showcase highlights the depth, dedication, and artistry of some of our advanced student ensembles. Audiences will hear music from The Wabacs led by Conor Linehan, Flight 317 led by Noah Fishman, and Kinder led by Jeff Christmas.
Little Roots at Portland Public Library
Join us at Portland Public Library for Little Roots On The Go, where young children (0-5 years old) and their caregivers sing, play, and move together to spark a lifelong love of music. These joyful classes build rhythm, connection, and confidence one song at a time.
House Party
Break out the neon and step back into the 80’s for a high-energy House Party, our biggest fundraising event of the year, celebrating the power of music to bring people together.
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.
Open Mic Night
Join us on the second Tuesday of each month for Open Mic Night at 317 Main. This is a low-key, welcoming night for sharing music, trying out new material, or just listening and enjoying being in the room together. All are welcome, performers and listeners alike.
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.