BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Maine People's Alliance - ECPv6.15.15//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Maine People's Alliance X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Maine People's Alliance REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T190000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251210T191514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T191514Z UID:1728-1765821600-1765825200@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Lobby Team Info Session DESCRIPTION:The Lobby Team Information Meeting is an online session for both new and returning members\, where we’ll walk through the updates to the lobby team and what they mean for the upcoming legislative session. You’ll meet several lobby team leaders\, learn about our new structure\, and hear how we plan to support members throughout the session. We’ll outline what the team will be doing this year\, from meeting with lawmakers and sharing campaign updates to joining trainings that help everyone feel confident and prepared. This meeting is a chance to learn how the team works\, what’s new\, and how you can get involved in making an impact at the State House. RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/lobby-team-info-session/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Lobby Team END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T193000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251117T155409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T155409Z UID:1608-1765476000-1765481400@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:December 2025 Member Call DESCRIPTION:Join MPA members\, both returning and new\, for our monthly virtual member convening. In this call\, you will have the opportunity to hear from members like you from across the state about the actions they’ve taken\, the projects they are working on\, and more. MPA staffers will introduce you to the campaigns and projects we are working on\, and share opportunities for you to engage in a deep\, powerful\, and meaningful way. RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/december-2025-member-call/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Member Call ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Welcome_to_MPA_call-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T191500 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251121T163229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T163229Z UID:1621-1765472400-1765480500@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Shenna Bellows for Governor Phone Bank DESCRIPTION:Join the Shenna Bellows for Governor team making calls to voters to identify supporters and volunteers ahead of the June primary. \nWe’ll hop on the line at 5 for a brief training\, and then we’ll make calls together 5:15-7 and do a quick debrief at the end. Campaign staff will be on hand for questions and tips. You will need access to a phone and a computer. \nDirect outreach to voters is the proven method of engagement. Thank you for taking the time to talk to your fellow-Mainers about the campaign and why you see Shenna’s leadership as critical to Maine’s future and to reversing the democratic backslide in this country. We look forward to getting to work together. RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/shenna-bellows-for-governor-phone-bank-3/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Phone Bank ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Shenna-logo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T190000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20250923T171001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T171001Z UID:1514-1765387800-1765393200@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Central Maine Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join MPA members from Androscoggin and neighboring counties as we make plans to move MPA’s work forward. We’ll discuss what happening\, opportunities for action\, and roles YOU can step into. Come for food and fellowship starting at 5:30; the structured part of the meeting runs 5:45-7. Children are welcome. Please contact us if transportation and/or childcare would help you attend. RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/central-maine-community-meeting-12/ LOCATION:Lewiston Office\, 155 Lisbon Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Dec_2025_Chapter_Meeting_Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T203000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251202T203120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T203120Z UID:1635-1765306800-1765312200@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Statewide Virtual Childcare House Party DESCRIPTION:Lots of Mainers need childcare–to go to work\, to go to school\, to manage their families’ needs. Yet something so necessary is also increasingly out of reach for many families. At the same time\, people who care deeply about children are leaving the childcare profession because they just can’t make ends meet. \nMainers deserve a childcare system that everyone can access\, that serves as the well-funded cornerstone of our communities. We invite you to help us imagine that system and to join us as we fight to make it a reality! RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/statewide-virtual-childcare-house-party/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/ChildcareHousePartyDec9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T193000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251028T192816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T192816Z UID:1580-1765303200-1765308600@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:York County Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Come join MPA members and your neighbors from York County as we build community\, talk about recent events and take action. All are welcome and there are roles and spaces for everyone. Snacks are provided\, and feel free to bring your dinner if that’s helpful! Doors open at 5:45 for networking. Bring a friend! RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/york-county-community-meeting-22/ LOCATION:Saco Community Center\, 75 Franklin Street\, Saco\, ME\, 04072\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/York_County_Community_Meeting.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T190000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251120T145648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T145648Z UID:1615-1765303200-1765306800@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Shenna Bellows for Governor: Train the Trainer Petition Collection DESCRIPTION:Join the Shenna Bellows for Governor team in learning how to collect signatures and train other volunteers to get signatures to qualify Shenna for the June primary ballot. \nWe’ll hop on the line at 6:00 for a training\, discussion\, and do a quick debrief at the end. Campaign staff will be on hand for questions and tips. This training will be best from a computer. \nDirect outreach to voters is the proven method of engagement. Thank you for taking the time to talk to your fellow-Mainers about the campaign and why you see Shenna’s leadership as critical to Maine’s future and to reversing the democratic backslide in this country. We look forward to getting to work together. RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/shenna-bellows-for-governor-train-the-trainer-petition-collection-2/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Shenna-logo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T190000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251204T164337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T164337Z UID:1678-1765301400-1765306800@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Penobscot Valley December Chapter Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join MPA members from Penobscot and neighboring counties as we make plans to move MPA’s work forward and how everyone can play a role. Come for food and fellowship starting at 5:30; the structured part of the meeting runs 6-7. RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/penobscot-valley-december-chapter-meeting-2/ LOCATION:MPA Bangor Office\, 81 Main Street\, Bangor\, ME\, 04401\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Penobscot-Valley-Chapter-Meeting.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T191500 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251120T145817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T145817Z UID:1617-1764867600-1764875700@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Shenna Bellows for Governor Phone Bank DESCRIPTION:Join the Shenna Bellows for Governor team making calls to voters to identify supporters and volunteers ahead of the June primary. \nWe’ll hop on the line at 5 for a brief training\, and then we’ll make calls together 5:15-7 and do a quick debrief at the end. Campaign staff will be on hand for questions and tips. You will need access to a phone and a computer. \nDirect outreach to voters is the proven method of engagement. Thank you for taking the time to talk to your fellow-Mainers about the campaign and why you see Shenna’s leadership as critical to Maine’s future and to reversing the democratic backslide in this country. We look forward to getting to work together. RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/shenna-bellows-for-governor-phone-bank-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Phone Bank ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Shenna-logo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T193000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251028T192628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T192628Z UID:1578-1764698400-1764703800@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:York County Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Come join MPA members and your neighbors from York County as we build community\, talk about recent events and take action. All are welcome and there are roles and spaces for everyone. Snacks are provided\, and feel free to bring your dinner if that’s helpful! Doors open at 5:45 for networking. Bring a friend! RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/york-county-community-meeting-21/ LOCATION:Saco Community Center\, 75 Franklin Street\, Saco\, ME\, 04072\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/York_County_Community_Meeting.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T133000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251112T185634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T210530Z UID:1599-1764073800-1764077400@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:USM Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Want to connect with other students (and friends!) who care about making a difference? Join Courtney\, an intern at Maine People’s Alliance\, for an open meeting hosted through MPA. We’ll talk about current issues\, share ideas\, and explore ways to take action in our communities. RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/usm-community-meeting/ LOCATION:USM Portland\, Payson Smith 203\, 96 Falmouth Street\, Portland\, 04103\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251123T190000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251120T144657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T144657Z UID:1611-1763920800-1763924400@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Shenna Bellows for Governor: Train the Trainer Petition Collection DESCRIPTION:Join the Shenna Bellows for Governor team in learning how to collect signatures and train other volunteers to get signatures to qualify Shenna for the June primary ballot. \nWe’ll hop on the line at 6:00 for a training\, discussion\, and do a quick debrief at the end. Campaign staff will be on hand for questions and tips. This training will be best from a computer. \nDirect outreach to voters is the proven method of engagement. Thank you for taking the time to talk to your fellow-Mainers about the campaign and why you see Shenna’s leadership as critical to Maine’s future and to reversing the democratic backslide in this country. We look forward to getting to work together. RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/shenna-bellows-for-governor-train-the-trainer-petition-collection/ LOCATION:Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Shenna-logo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T191500 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251117T154738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T154738Z UID:1605-1763658000-1763666100@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Shenna Bellows for Governor Phone Bank DESCRIPTION:Join the Shenna Bellows for Governor team making calls to voters to identify supporters and volunteers ahead of the June primary. \nWe’ll hop on the line at 5 for a brief training\, and then we’ll make calls together 5:15-7 and do a quick debrief at the end. Campaign staff will be on hand for questions and tips. You will need access to a phone and a computer. \nDirect outreach to voters is the proven method of engagement. Thank you for taking the time to talk to your fellow-Mainers about the campaign and why you see Shenna’s leadership as critical to Maine’s future and to reversing the democratic backslide in this country. We look forward to getting to work together. RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/shenna-bellows-for-governor-phone-bank/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Phone Bank ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Shenna-logo-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T193000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20250930T140151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T140151Z UID:1540-1763573400-1763580600@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Norway Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join MPA members from Norway and surrounding towns as we work to take action in our community and move MPA’s work forward. Come hear more about what’s happened since our last meeting. \nThis is an opportunity to connect with neighbors and build relationships with those passionate about social action. Dinner is provided\, and please RSVP! \nDoors will open for food and socializing at 5:30\, and the meeting agenda will start at 6:00. URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/norway-community-meeting-10/ LOCATION:Norway UU Church\, 479 Main Street\, Norway\, ME\, 04268\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Norway_Community_Meetings_nov.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T193000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251106T171006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T171006Z UID:1595-1763488800-1763494200@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Child Care Listening Session DESCRIPTION:Child care is the backbone of our economy\, preparing children for a lifetime of learning and supporting families all across our state. But today\, parents struggle to find spots for their kids and when they do\, they often can’t afford it. Meanwhile\, educators work for low wages and providers struggle to keep the lights on. \nEveryone knows how important child care is — we need the vision and will to make sure every working family can get the child care they deserve. \nWe want to hear from you! At this session\, we’ll ask for your feedback on the vision we’re fighting for. We’ll how policy changes when we work together\, and invite you to be part of making our vision a reality! RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/child-care-listening-session/ LOCATION:Sunflower Community Playspace & Cafe\, 3 Gorham Industrial Pkwy\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T193000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251028T192456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T192456Z UID:1576-1763488800-1763494200@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:York County Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Come join MPA members and your neighbors from York County as we build community\, talk about recent events and take action. All are welcome and there are roles and spaces for everyone. Snacks are provided\, and feel free to bring your dinner if that’s helpful! Doors open at 5:45 for networking. Bring a friend! RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/york-county-community-meeting-20/ LOCATION:Saco Community Center\, 75 Franklin Street\, Saco\, ME\, 04072\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/York_County_Community_Meeting.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251118T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251118T190000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20250130T204936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T192927Z UID:1022-1763487000-1763492400@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Penobscot Valley November Chapter Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join MPA members from Penobscot and neighboring counties as we make plans to move MPA’s work forward and how everyone can play a role. Come for food and fellowship starting at 5:30; the structured part of the meeting runs 6–7. \nRSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/penobscot-valley-november-chapter-meeting/ LOCATION:MPA Bangor Office\, 81 Main Street\, Bangor\, ME\, 04401\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Penobscot-Valley-Chapter-Meeting.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T193000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251020T170528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T170712Z UID:1569-1763227800-1763235000@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Buckfield Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join MPA members from Buckfield and surrounding towns as we work to take action in our community and move MPA’s work forward. This is an opportunity to connect with neighbors and build relationships with those passionate about social action. \nWe’ll check in with one another and debrief actions we’ve taken since our last meeting and what each of us can do going forward. Dinner will be provided\, please RSVP. \nCome for food and socializing at 5:30\, the meeting will start at 6:00. URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/buckfield-community-meeting/ LOCATION:Buckfield\, TBD\, Buckfield\, ME\, 04220\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Buckfield_Community_Meetings.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T183000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251017T165131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T165131Z UID:1564-1763053200-1763058600@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:November Monthly Member Call DESCRIPTION:Join MPA members\, both returning and new\, for our monthly virtual member convening. In this call\, you will have the opportunity to hear from members like you from across the state about the actions they’ve taken\, the projects they are working on\, and more. MPA staffers will introduce you to the campaigns and projects we are working on\, and share opportunities for you to engage in a deep\, powerful\, and meaningful way. RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/november-monthly-member-call/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Member Call ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Welcome_to_MPA_call-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T190000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20250923T170804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T170804Z UID:1510-1762968600-1762974000@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Central Maine Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join MPA members from Androscoggin and neighboring counties as we make plans to move MPA’s work forward. We’ll discuss what happening\, opportunities for action\, and roles YOU can step into. Come for food and fellowship starting at 5:30; the structured part of the meeting runs 5:45-7. Children are welcome. Please contact us if transportation and/or childcare would help you attend. RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/central-maine-community-meeting-11/ LOCATION:Lewiston Office\, 155 Lisbon Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Nov_2025_Chapter_Meeting_Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T193000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251028T192330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T192330Z UID:1574-1762884000-1762889400@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:York County Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Come join MPA members and your neighbors from York County as we build community\, talk about recent events and take action. All are welcome and there are roles and spaces for everyone. Snacks are provided\, and feel free to bring your dinner if that’s helpful! Doors open at 5:45 for networking. Bring a friend! RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/york-county-community-meeting-19/ LOCATION:Saco Community Center\, 75 Franklin Street\, Saco\, ME\, 04072\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/York_County_Community_Meeting.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T174500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T194500 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20250930T135428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T135428Z UID:1531-1762796700-1762803900@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Bethel Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join MPA members from Bethel and surrounding towns as we work to take action in our community and move MPA’s work forward. This is an opportunity to connect with neighbors and build relationships with those passionate about social action. \nWe’ll check in with one another and debrief actions we’ve taken since our last meeting and what each of us can do going forward. Dinner will be provided\, please RSVP. \nCome for food and socializing at 5:45\, the meeting will start at 6:15. URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/bethel-community-meeting-7/ LOCATION:Telstar Cafeteria\, 284 Walkers Mill Road\, Bethel\, ME\, 04127\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Bethel_Community_Meetings_nov_10.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T190000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251020T170320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T170320Z UID:1566-1761843600-1761850800@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Cumberland County Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join us for a MPA member gathering for Greater Portland and surrounding towns! \nWe’re bringing neighbors together to take action\, build power\, and move MPA’s work forward. Learn how you can get involved to create real change—right here in our communities\, across Maine\, and beyond. RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/cumberland-county-community-meeting-2/ LOCATION:Sunflower Community Playspace & Cafe\, 3 Gorham Industrial Pkwy\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Cumberland_Oct_2025.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T193000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20250923T171935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T171935Z UID:1523-1761674400-1761679800@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:York County Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Come join MPA members and your neighbors from York County as we build community\, talk about recent events and take action. All are welcome and there are roles and spaces for everyone. Snacks are provided\, and feel free to bring your dinner if that’s helpful! Doors open at 5:45 for networking. Bring a friend! RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/york-county-community-meeting-18/ LOCATION:Saco Community Center\, 75 Franklin Street\, Saco\, ME\, 04072\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/York_County_Community_Meeting.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T190000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20251001T140724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T140724Z UID:1547-1761674400-1761678000@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Waterville Chapter Meeting DESCRIPTION:Waterville MPA Chapter meeting happening on Tuesday October 28th\, open to all community members living in Waterville. The purpose of this meeting is for community members to gather and talk about the changes that they want to see in the communities they live in. RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/waterville-chapter-meeting-2/ LOCATION:The Bill & Joan Alfond Main Street Commons\, 150 Main Street\, Waterville\, ME\, 04901\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251023T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251024T160000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20241120T213945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T220732Z UID:718-1761213600-1761321600@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Manager Training DESCRIPTION:Open to seasoned managers and those stepping into management roles for the first time. Learn what it takes to manage effective teams and get stuff done\, and how to bring progressive values into your leadership approach. This training will be two days and one overnight at MPA’s China house. \nBecause space is limited\, we may not be able to accept everyone who applies. Please tell us a little bit about yourself and why you want to come to the training. \nWe aim to offer these trainings to as many people as possible to strengthen the progressive movement. While there are costs involved—staff time\, food\, venue rental\, and materials—the fee we’re asking for covers the basics. However\, we don’t want cost to be a barrier for anyone. If you can’t pay the full amount\, simply pay what you can afford. And if you’re unable to pay at all\, please apply anyway—we’ll do our best to accommodate you! If accepted into the program\, the trainer will discuss with you about payment options and sliding fees. \nApply here! Deadline to apply is Thursday\, October 9\, 2025. URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/manager-training/ LOCATION:China Lake House\, 701 Neck Road\, China\, ME\, 04358\, United States CATEGORIES:Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/MT.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T193000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20250930T140014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T140014Z UID:1537-1761154200-1761161400@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Norway Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join MPA members from Norway and surrounding towns as we work to take action in our community and move MPA’s work forward. Come hear more about what’s happened since our last meeting. \nThis is an opportunity to connect with neighbors and build relationships with those passionate about social action. Dinner is provided\, and please RSVP! \nDoors will open for food and socializing at 5:30\, and the meeting agenda will start at 6:00. URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/norway-community-meeting-9/ LOCATION:Norway UU Church\, 479 Main Street\, Norway\, ME\, 04268\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Norway_Community_Meetings_oct.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T193000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20250923T171814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T171814Z UID:1521-1761069600-1761075000@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:York County Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Come join MPA members and your neighbors from York County as we build community\, talk about recent events and take action. All are welcome and there are roles and spaces for everyone. Snacks are provided\, and feel free to bring your dinner if that’s helpful! Doors open at 5:45 for networking. Bring a friend! RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/york-county-community-meeting-17/ LOCATION:Saco Community Center\, 75 Franklin Street\, Saco\, ME\, 04072\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/York_County_Community_Meeting.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251016T173000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251016T193000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20241121T002717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T220402Z UID:739-1760635800-1760643000@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:Elections (Monthly Organizing Fundamentals) DESCRIPTION:This training is open to all progressive staff and any volunteer who is ready to take a leap in their organizing skills. It will take place three weeks before municipal elections in order to learn how you can plug in to help local candidates. This event will occur the third Thursday of every month\, 5:30–7:30 p.m.\, at the Lewiston MPA office. \nBecause space is limited\, we may not be able to accept everyone who applies. Please tell us a little bit about yourself and why you want to come to the training. \nWe aim to offer these trainings to as many people as possible to strengthen the progressive movement. While there are costs involved—staff time\, food\, venue rental\, and materials—the fee we’re asking for covers the basics. However\, we don’t want cost to be a barrier for anyone. If you can’t pay the full amount\, simply pay what you can afford. And if you’re unable to pay at all\, please apply anyway—we’ll do our best to accommodate you! If accepted into the program\, the trainer will discuss with you about payment options and sliding fees. \nCost is $100.00 per person for the entire series of events. \nApply here! Deadline to apply is Thursday\, October 2\, 2025. URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/monthly-organizing-fundamentals-6/ LOCATION:Lewiston Office\, 155 Lisbon Street\, Lewiston\, ME\, 04240\, United States CATEGORIES:Trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/MOF.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T193000 DTSTAMP:20260225T071006 CREATED:20250923T171651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T171651Z UID:1519-1760464800-1760470200@mainepeoplesalliance.org SUMMARY:York County Community Meeting DESCRIPTION:Come join MPA members and your neighbors from York County as we build community\, talk about recent events and take action. All are welcome and there are roles and spaces for everyone. Snacks are provided\, and feel free to bring your dinner if that’s helpful! Doors open at 5:45 for networking. Bring a friend! RSVP here! URL:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/event/york-county-community-meeting-16/ LOCATION:Saco Community Center\, 75 Franklin Street\, Saco\, ME\, 04072\, United States CATEGORIES:Chapter Meeting,Community Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mainepeoplesalliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/York_County_Community_Meeting.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR