Khmer Maine has 28 tickets to the world premiere of Kween by Vichet Chum at Merrimack Repertory Theatre on February 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM in Lowell, MA.Each household may request up to 4 tickets.

Please list the full name, date of birth, and age of each attendee below.Given the play’s themes of intergenerational Khmer women finding their voices, we are prioritizing grandmothers, mothers, and daughters, but all community members are welcome and exceptions will be made.

Tickets will be emailed to you and a printed copy will also be available at the theater. Please only request tickets if you are certain you can attend. These tickets are purchased with organizational funds, and unused seats represent a real cost to Khmer Maine.

Khmer Maine is offering 2 FULL scholarships for a summer 2026 expedition with the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) Peak Scholar Program. Youth can choose from a variety of 2-6 week expeditions in places like Alaska, Wyoming (Yellowstone, Wind River Range, and the Rocky Mountains), New York, Idaho, and Utah.

GO ON A LIFE-CHANGING ADVENTURE THIS SUMMER!!

• Choose an expedition: backpacking, canoeing, horse-back riding, kayaking, pack rafting, and more!

• Travel through beautiful places

• Meet people from around the world

• Gain confidence and leadership skills

• Learn outdoor skills and navigation

• Get school credit

• for BIPOC Youth and Young Adults: Ages 14+

• All Gender, Girls/ Women-ONLY, and LGBTQ+ ONLY expeditions available.

Complete the interest form and register for a Q&A Session:

https://form.jotform.com/253636985707068

Experience the magic of winter at Sandy Hill Farm. Spend time with family and friends walking through this immersive light show in Elliot, Maine!

Spots limited, sign up here!

Come learn how to rock climb with us at Salt Pump Climbing Co. in Scarborough. Open to all ages, gear and instruction provided.

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Fall is upon us and the trees are in full display of reds, oranges, and yellows! Join us and Falmouth Land Trust at Underwood Springs Forest to enjoy the fall foliage, learn tree ID, and do some fall crafts.

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Maine Gear Share is one of Khmer Maine’s amazing partners, helping us to access free and low-cost gear for our outdoor program! Join us at their annual Gear Again Festival to browse the maker’s market of local vendors who prioritize sustainability, score some great deals on used outdoor gear, get gear repaired for free, and visit our Land and Justice outdoor program table.

Learn more about the Wabanaki tribes who have always called this land home and join us for one or both of these experiences:

Burnuwurbskek Singers will be performing and sharing stories outside at the Childrens’ Museum + Theatre of Mainefrom 10am - 11am. Khmer Maine will cover the cost of museum admission. More info.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day Open House at the Portland Museum of Art 10am - 6pm. Free museum admission and activities such as art-making, story-telling, and a film festival. Full schedule

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Join us and Portland Trails to savor the peak of autumn in Maine with a pencil in your hand. Local printmaker, Jordan Kendall Parks will lead a drawing practice inspired by the sights, sounds, smells, patterns, and emotions you experience in the heart of Evergreen Woods. Drawing materials provided.

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This Fall 2025, every Sunday, Khmer Maine will host the Arts and Cultural Program for Khmer Dance Classes, giving youths a meaningful opportunity to engage with an art form that is both deeply rooted in history and thriving in the present.

Khmer traditional dance reflects the beauty, discipline, and storytelling of Cambodian culture while serving as a powerful way to preserve and promote this heritage for future generations. Through this program, youth ages 7–18 are invited to experience the elegance of Khmer dance while developing confidence, resilience, and leadership skills that extend far beyond the stage.

This program goes beyond dance instruction. It is designed as a holistic youth development initiative where participants not only learn traditional movements and cultural practices but also build personal resilience, leadership skills, and meaningful connections with their peers. By integrating cultural engagement with structured youth support, the program creates a safe and nurturing environment that empowers students both on and off the stage.

Weekly Class Structure

• 10:00 – 10:30 AM: Support & Well-Being
  All youths gather for structured activities focused on the well-being of girls and young women. This session provides a safe and supportive space to discuss challenges such as self-doubt, loneliness, academic pressure, social expectations, and personal issues. Through guided support, participants learn strategies to build resilience and confidence.

• 10:30 – 11:00 AM: Costume Preparation
  Students receive instruction on the proper way to dress in traditional Khmer dance attire, learning the cultural and symbolic significance of the costumes.

• 11:00 – 12:00 PM: Dance Instruction (Ages 13–18)
  Older students review previously learned dances and begin new choreography, deepening their technical skill and artistic expression.

• 12:00 – 12:50 PM: Dance Instruction (Ages 7–12)
  Younger students review prior dances and begin learning new ones, developing creativity, discipline, and teamwork in a supportive environment.

• 12:50 – 1:00 PM: Community Responsibility
  All students participate in cleaning and organizing the facility, reinforcing values of responsibility, cooperation, and respect for shared spaces.

Extended Learning at Home

To reinforce weekly lessons, by 5:00 PM on each program day, the coordinator will send parents a video of the teacher dancing up to the point covered in class. This resource allows students to practice at home, reinforce their memory of the steps, and ensures that students who may have difficulty recalling steps can continue learning successfully.

This Fall 2025, every Sunday, Khmer Maine will host the Arts and Cultural Program for Khmer Dance Classes, giving youths a meaningful opportunity to engage with an art form that is both deeply rooted in history and thriving in the present.

Khmer traditional dance reflects the beauty, discipline, and storytelling of Cambodian culture while serving as a powerful way to preserve and promote this heritage for future generations. Through this program, youth ages 7–18 are invited to experience the elegance of Khmer dance while developing confidence, resilience, and leadership skills that extend far beyond the stage.

This program goes beyond dance instruction. It is designed as a holistic youth development initiative where participants not only learn traditional movements and cultural practices but also build personal resilience, leadership skills, and meaningful connections with their peers. By integrating cultural engagement with structured youth support, the program creates a safe and nurturing environment that empowers students both on and off the stage.

Weekly Class Structure

• 10:00 – 10:30 AM: Support & Well-Being
  All youths gather for structured activities focused on the well-being of girls and young women. This session provides a safe and supportive space to discuss challenges such as self-doubt, loneliness, academic pressure, social expectations, and personal issues. Through guided support, participants learn strategies to build resilience and confidence.

• 10:30 – 11:00 AM: Costume Preparation
  Students receive instruction on the proper way to dress in traditional Khmer dance attire, learning the cultural and symbolic significance of the costumes.

• 11:00 – 12:00 PM: Dance Instruction (Ages 13–18)
  Older students review previously learned dances and begin new choreography, deepening their technical skill and artistic expression.

• 12:00 – 12:50 PM: Dance Instruction (Ages 7–12)
  Younger students review prior dances and begin learning new ones, developing creativity, discipline, and teamwork in a supportive environment.

• 12:50 – 1:00 PM: Community Responsibility
  All students participate in cleaning and organizing the facility, reinforcing values of responsibility, cooperation, and respect for shared spaces.

Extended Learning at Home

To reinforce weekly lessons, by 5:00 PM on each program day, the coordinator will send parents a video of the teacher dancing up to the point covered in class. This resource allows students to practice at home, reinforce their memory of the steps, and ensures that students who may have difficulty recalling steps can continue learning successfully.

This Fall 2025, every Sunday, Khmer Maine will host the Arts and Cultural Program for Khmer Dance Classes, giving youths a meaningful opportunity to engage with an art form that is both deeply rooted in history and thriving in the present.

Khmer traditional dance reflects the beauty, discipline, and storytelling of Cambodian culture while serving as a powerful way to preserve and promote this heritage for future generations. Through this program, youth ages 7–18 are invited to experience the elegance of Khmer dance while developing confidence, resilience, and leadership skills that extend far beyond the stage.

This program goes beyond dance instruction. It is designed as a holistic youth development initiative where participants not only learn traditional movements and cultural practices but also build personal resilience, leadership skills, and meaningful connections with their peers. By integrating cultural engagement with structured youth support, the program creates a safe and nurturing environment that empowers students both on and off the stage.

Weekly Class Structure

• 10:00 – 10:30 AM: Support & Well-Being
  All youths gather for structured activities focused on the well-being of girls and young women. This session provides a safe and supportive space to discuss challenges such as self-doubt, loneliness, academic pressure, social expectations, and personal issues. Through guided support, participants learn strategies to build resilience and confidence.

• 10:30 – 11:00 AM: Costume Preparation
  Students receive instruction on the proper way to dress in traditional Khmer dance attire, learning the cultural and symbolic significance of the costumes.

• 11:00 – 12:00 PM: Dance Instruction (Ages 13–18)
  Older students review previously learned dances and begin new choreography, deepening their technical skill and artistic expression.

• 12:00 – 12:50 PM: Dance Instruction (Ages 7–12)
  Younger students review prior dances and begin learning new ones, developing creativity, discipline, and teamwork in a supportive environment.

• 12:50 – 1:00 PM: Community Responsibility
  All students participate in cleaning and organizing the facility, reinforcing values of responsibility, cooperation, and respect for shared spaces.

Extended Learning at Home

To reinforce weekly lessons, by 5:00 PM on each program day, the coordinator will send parents a video of the teacher dancing up to the point covered in class. This resource allows students to practice at home, reinforce their memory of the steps, and ensures that students who may have difficulty recalling steps can continue learning successfully.

This Fall 2025, every Sunday, Khmer Maine will host the Arts and Cultural Program for Khmer Dance Classes, giving youths a meaningful opportunity to engage with an art form that is both deeply rooted in history and thriving in the present.

Khmer traditional dance reflects the beauty, discipline, and storytelling of Cambodian culture while serving as a powerful way to preserve and promote this heritage for future generations. Through this program, youth ages 7–18 are invited to experience the elegance of Khmer dance while developing confidence, resilience, and leadership skills that extend far beyond the stage.

This program goes beyond dance instruction. It is designed as a holistic youth development initiative where participants not only learn traditional movements and cultural practices but also build personal resilience, leadership skills, and meaningful connections with their peers. By integrating cultural engagement with structured youth support, the program creates a safe and nurturing environment that empowers students both on and off the stage.

Weekly Class Structure

• 10:00 – 10:30 AM: Support & Well-Being
  All youths gather for structured activities focused on the well-being of girls and young women. This session provides a safe and supportive space to discuss challenges such as self-doubt, loneliness, academic pressure, social expectations, and personal issues. Through guided support, participants learn strategies to build resilience and confidence.

• 10:30 – 11:00 AM: Costume Preparation
  Students receive instruction on the proper way to dress in traditional Khmer dance attire, learning the cultural and symbolic significance of the costumes.

• 11:00 – 12:00 PM: Dance Instruction (Ages 13–18)
  Older students review previously learned dances and begin new choreography, deepening their technical skill and artistic expression.

• 12:00 – 12:50 PM: Dance Instruction (Ages 7–12)
  Younger students review prior dances and begin learning new ones, developing creativity, discipline, and teamwork in a supportive environment.

• 12:50 – 1:00 PM: Community Responsibility
  All students participate in cleaning and organizing the facility, reinforcing values of responsibility, cooperation, and respect for shared spaces.

Extended Learning at Home

To reinforce weekly lessons, by 5:00 PM on each program day, the coordinator will send parents a video of the teacher dancing up to the point covered in class. This resource allows students to practice at home, reinforce their memory of the steps, and ensures that students who may have difficulty recalling steps can continue learning successfully.

Orientation (Required for Students and Parents)

• 11:00 -11:30 AM: Program Overview

Students and Parents will receive an overview of the program goals and structure.

• 11:30 -11:45 AM: Program Ground Rules & Expectations

Students and Parents will receive an overview of ground rules and expectations regarding timeliness, professionalism, attendance, and respect for each other and the instructor.

• 11:45 -12:00 PM: Program Q&A

• 12:00 -1:00 PM: Lunch provided by Khmer Maine

Learn how to mountain bike with us! We’ll explore some easy, forested trails in Bethel with Inland Woods and Trails, and families from the Maine Association for New Americans. Bikes and instruction will be provided. Alternative activities will be available for folks who want to come, but don’t want to bike (short hike, field games, etc.).

Sign up here!

Khmer Maine is sponsoring free bus rides to help lower barriers for Southeast Asian elders and community members.

A bus will depart from Marginal Way Park and Ride in Portland at 9AM, stop to pickup passengers at Biddeford Park and Ride at 9:30AM, and proceed to Lowell, MA. Bus will depart Lowell, MA, at 2pm to return to Maine.

Due to limited space, signing up does not guarantee a ride. Please wait for a confirmation email or call with details.

Join Friends of the Presumpscot River at Riverbank Park in Westbrook to connect with community & the waters that sustain us! No paddling experience necessary. Kayaks, paddle boards, PFD’s, and expert tips from Portland Paddle are all provided!

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In partnership with Casco Bay Estuary, we will be going on a boat tour of Casco Bay. Come see the beautiful islands off the coast of Portland, enjoy some seaweed snacks, and maybe spot a harbor seal!

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Join us for a walk with Portland Trails’ Healthier Neighborhoods Program! We’ll be going on a walk on a flat, easy forested trail in Westbrook. Sign up here!

Join us for our annual potluck picnic and grill out at Sebago Lake. Come enjoy food and games by the lake with us! Sign-up by July 21st to receive a free park entrance voucher for the event.

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