WELCOME TO
We are an all-volunteer effort to build community and create a welcoming center at Allen's Corner in Portland, Maine!
What We Do
Monthly Meetings
A time to plan, connect, and discuss. Held the 2nd Thursday of most months. Attend on Zoom or in-person at North Deering Congregational Church, 1364 Washington Ave, from 6-7:30pm. Email us to confirm the meeting is happening.
Events & Activities
Our events fun, free, and open to everyone. Annual events include the Winter Solstice Social, fall Block Party, summer Potluck Picnic, and spring clean-up and plant swap. We also host the monthly Crafty Connection Club.
Projects
We are actively working on developing a pocket park near Lib’s Dairy Treats and also planning for the installation traffic calming to make our streets safer. Click the SIGN UP link below to get involved.
Our Vision
In 2024, Friends of Allen’s Corner adopted a vision and action plan with input from hundreds of people who live, work, or visit in the area. The goals of the plan guide all our efforts. Read the plan.
Join us for the
2025 Winter Solstice Social!
Saturday Dec 13th, 2025, 10am-2pm
Our second annual celebration of the dark season! Join us for luminary decorating, lunch, a photo booth, and more!
All are welcome to join in celebrating the darkest days of the season and to meet neighbors at the Deering Grange Hall @ 1408 Washington Ave, Portland!
POP-UP CAFE
*free hot drinks & breakfast snacks
*Lunch for $5: Choose soup and bread or hot dog and chips (veggie and vegan options)
COOKIE WALK FUNDRAISER
*pay to fill a container with homemade cookies (GF & GF available)
PHOTO BOOTH
*take a photo home (by donation)
FREE ARTS ACTIVITIES
*luminary decorating & snowflake making
RAFFLE OF NEIGHBORHOOD GOODIES
All donations will benefit the Deering Grange and FOAC community programs.
