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.
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.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade tunes, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
Little Roots at Prince Memorial Library
Join us at Prince Memorial 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.
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 Showcase: Rock n’ Blues Night
This free Rock n’ Blues Showcase features performances from 317 ensembles including Girls Rock, Teen Rock Band, Rock n' Blues Group, and the Blues Ensemble along with select private lesson students and appearances from our talented Teaching Artists.
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.
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.
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.
Parents’ Night Out: Kids Night at 317
Drop the kids off at 317 Main for an evening of games, music, pizza, and a movie—while you enjoy a few hours to yourself. Whether it’s a date night, errands, or just some quiet time, your kids will be in good hands and having a great time!
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade tunes, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade tunes, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
Acoustic Night: Student Showcase!
Audiences will hear music from the Deep Roots Folk Ensembles, Bluegrass Ensembles, Flight 317, and Advanced Folk Groups—spanning folk, bluegrass, and a range of acoustic traditions.
Little Roots at Prince Memorial Library
Join us at Prince Memorial 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade tunes, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade songs, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade songs, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
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.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade songs, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade songs, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade songs, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade songs, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade songs, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade songs, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade songs, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade songs, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade songs, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade songs, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade songs, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade songs, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
Wicked Singalong
Join Teaching Artists Bethany Perkins and Jazmin DeRice, with Benjamin Card emceeing the evening, as we sing our way through the iconic hits from Wicked, the Broadway sensation and blockbuster film. Backed by live musicians and fueled by a room full of fans, this is your moment to step fully into your musical theater era.
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.
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.
POSTPONED: Family Contra Dance
We’re going to postpone Family Dance.
The forecast is calling for a mix of snow and rain right around the time folks would be heading in and out, and it’s just not worth the uncertainty for families traveling with kids.
We’re already working on a new date and will follow up later this week with an update.
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.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade tunes, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
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.
Little Roots Concert
Sing, dance, and move with Gretchen Hanes and the Little Roots crew in this joyful, interactive concert designed for young children and their caregivers. A celebration of rhythm, connection, and early musical discovery—perfect for little ones ready to wiggle and wonder.
Admission is $12 per person, with lap infants welcome at no charge.
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.
Jazz Night: Student Showcase
Join us for an evening of live jazz as our talented students and teaching artists take the stage for a dynamic showcase celebrating improvisation, collaboration, and the joy of jazz music.
Music for Community: A Benefit Concert for Maine Needs
On Friday, March 6 at 6:30pm, 317 Main’s Teaching Artists and staff come together for a special benefit concert supporting Maine Needs, a statewide nonprofit serving asylum seekers, students, the unhoused population, survivors of domestic violence, and individuals and families facing financial adversity.
This is not a typical Founders Hall performance. It is a collective offering—an evening shaped by generosity, reflection, and powerful music—with 100% of all proceeds donated directly to Maine Needs.
Irish Session
Our campus comes alive as musicians trade tunes, stories, and laughter in true Irish fashion. Bring your instrument or just your curiosity—either way, you’ll leave feeling part of something bigger.
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.
Little Roots at Prince Memorial Library
Join us at Prince Memorial 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Winter Student Showcase
Our Winter Student Showcase Weekend invites the community to celebrate students of all ages as they take the stage—some for the first time, others returning with new skills and momentum. These concerts mark meaningful moments: conquering butterflies, discovering the rush of live performance, and feeling the energy of a supportive audience.