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Announcing Our New Art Programming Director

Engine names Nick Blunier to

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Supporting Artists this Holiday Season

It’s the most wonderful (and busiest) time of year! There’s a lot going on downtown Biddeford, but we wanted to share these opportunities to support local artists and performers. The Rebel Market is back at Sacred Profane from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, December 16 and Sunday, December 17

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2023 in Review

In August, Engine became the fiscal sponsor of Common Roots Studio’s Mobile Art Bus, a partnership that makes it possible for founder Nick Blunier to bring creativity to more disadvantaged communities in 2024. This new partnership is one of the brightest moments from this challenging and transitional year for Engine.

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RUMPUS Returns!

We are excited for the return of Rumpus! This egalitarian art show, curated by Hydra Collective, welcomes submissions from artists of all ages and all experiences working in a range of media. Work submitted will not be censored, however, we reserve the right to omit work that may promote hate

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Save the Dates for the 2023 ArtWalk Season

BIDDEFORD ARTWALK 2023 KICKS OFF THIS FRIDAY MAY 19, 5:30-7:30PM! Biddeford is booming and everyone’s talking about it. Don’t believe us? Travel + Leisure recently called it “your new favorite summer vacation destination.” Whether you live, work, or are visiting Biddeford, our ArtWalk season is an amazing FREE way to

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Last week to see Tides Rise Us All

The gallery will be open this week Wednesday November 9th & Friday November 11th 12:00-4:00PM for you to see Tides Rise Us All, our exhibition celebrating 20 years of Compass Project! One of the most rewarding parts of this program for participants and teachers is the annual boat launch at

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Last ArtWalk of 2022

Last ArtWalk of 2022 Friday October 21st, 5:30-7:30PM In addition to checking out the work of more than 50 local artists outdoors and in gallery spaces and stores, join us for a special Sip & Shop at many businesses, co-organized by Heart of Biddeford, and a Ribbon Cutting & Block

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Biddeford celebrates Maine Craft Weekend

This weekend Saturday & Sunday October 1-2 Biddeford is a featured city for Maine Craft Weekend. Biddeford has a rich history of making fine art and craft you can explore in our historic downtown and mills. Meet who is keeping the tradition of industry alive in this infrastructure — artists

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Learn about Engine with Maine Ad & Design

This Thursday September 29 from 6-9PM, join us for an event convened by the folks at Maine Ad & Design, an organization dedicated to celebrating, cultivating, and connecting Maine’s professional creative community. MADE is a great friend and sponsor of Engine’s nonprofit work in our community. Our friends at Lorne

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MOFF Event Postponed

**POSTPONED** OUTDOOR FILMS SHOWN OUTDOORS For unforseen circumstances we are postponing this event! Stay tuned for new details. Apologies for the late notice, and thank you for understanding.SAT, SEP 24, 2022Pearl Street Parking Garage, BiddefordSugg. donation $5 to $10 to benefit Engine Bring your Own Camp Chair!moff.film/2022-biddeford

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