Traces | READING: Refuge Malja ملجأ | @ MECA&D

Maine College of Art & Design 522 Congress Street, Portland, ME, United States

A reading from Refuge Malja ملجأ by Bess Welden with Arabic translation by Ali Al Mshakheel. A scene from the play Refuge Malja ملجأ will be read in English and Arabic. Portland Stage will present Refuge Malja ملجأ as a full lenth production October 30 – November 18, 2018. Short discussion regarding the play to […]

Closing Reception | Tim Bavington: Rock & Roll Abstraction

Closing Reception: Tim Bavington: Rock & Roll Abstraction Oct. 19, 5–7pm Abstract painter translates Rolling Stones, Beatles, Cream, and Jimi Hendrix songs into visual experiences Dedicated to using music and art as a gateway to learning, the Bob Crewe Gallery at Maine College of Art & Design (MECA&D) is exhibiting Tim Bavington: Rock & Roll Abstraction July […]

Traces | CONVERSATION + FOOD: The History of Chinese in Maine | @ MECA&D

Maine College of Art & Design 522 Congress Street, Portland, ME, United States

While there has been a relatively small population of Chinese residents of Maine over the years, those who have settled here have made their mark, dating back to the first Chinese immigrant who came in 1857. Come hear some stories about these early Chinese Mainers, and also enjoy some Chinese tea and snacks, sponsored by […]