The Third Place - Maine

The Third Place - Maine The Third Place is a cross-sector network that connects Maine's Black professionals, students, and entreprenuers to social, career, and economic opportunities.

08/16/2026

| The 6th Annual Maine Black Excellence Awards, organized by The Third Place, celebrated nine honorees whose work is making a meaningful impact in Maine.

This year’s honorees included Black leaders, educators, entrepreneurs, community builders, and two allies recognized for their significant contributions to the Black community.

Pictured here, prominent commentator Shay Stewart-Bouley receives her award during the celebration.

The full article on the event will be featured in Amjambo Africa's upcoming print edition.

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Introducing the 2026 Maine Black Excellence Award Honorees!We are proud to announce this year’s honorees for the Maine B...
08/04/2026

Introducing the 2026 Maine Black Excellence Award Honorees!

We are proud to announce this year’s honorees for the Maine Black Excellence Awards, presented by The Third Place.

These awards celebrate Black leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, community builders and allies who are shaping Maine’s future. From creating cultural infrastructure to driving sector innovation, each honoree represents the brilliance, resilience, and impact of Maine’s Black communities.

The Maine Black Excellence Awards were created to acknowledge the depth of talent and leadership that often goes unrecognized. In a state where visibility matters, this celebration honors those doing the hard, necessary, and visionary work of building equity, connection, and opportunity.

Join us in uplifting these changemakers and recognizing their contributions to Maine’s social, cultural, and economic landscape.

Caswell Farm & Wedding Barn
Friday, August 14, 2025
5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.

For more information and tickets, go to: https://givebutter.com/2026MaineBlackExcellence

Excellence deserves to be celebrated.Across Maine, Black professionals, entrepreneurs, artists, educators, advocates, he...
07/29/2026

Excellence deserves to be celebrated.

Across Maine, Black professionals, entrepreneurs, artists, educators, advocates, healthcare leaders, public servants, and community builders and allies are strengthening our state every day. Their leadership often transforms communities quietly, consistently, and without recognition.

The 6th Annual Maine Black Excellence Awards is our opportunity to change that.

Join us as we celebrate individuals and organizations whose vision, leadership, innovation, and service are making Maine stronger for everyone.

Whether you're a longtime supporter, discovering this event for the first time, or looking to connect with leaders from across Maine, we'd love to have you with us.

Friday, August 14, 2026
5:30–8:00 PM
Caswell Farm & Wedding Barn | Gray, Maine

Honoree announcements will be announced soon.

Let's celebrate the people who are helping shape Maine's future.

For tickets and more information, go to: https://givebutter.com/2026MaineBlackExcellence

One of our favorite gatherings of the summer is back!Join Maine Career Catalyst and The Third Place for an evening of gr...
06/11/2026

One of our favorite gatherings of the summer is back!

Join Maine Career Catalyst and The Third Place for an evening of great food, complimentary beverages, door prizes, and meaningful connections at Après. This annual gathering brings together BIPOC interns from across Maine and professionals who have built careers, businesses, and lives here in the state.

Whether you're just starting your professional journey or have been navigating Maine's workforce for years, this is an opportunity to connect, share experiences, exchange advice, and strengthen the relationships that help our community thrive. Come meet new people, reconnect with familiar faces, and enjoy a fun, relaxed evening celebrating the next generation of Maine's talent.

To register, go to: https://MaineCompass.eventbrite.com

Something powerful is brewing in the BIPOC healthcare and wellness community.Too many clients have experienced care that...
06/11/2026

Something powerful is brewing in the BIPOC healthcare and wellness community.

Too many clients have experienced care that dismisses cultural practices, overlooks holistic modalities, and leaves them feeling unseen. Too many providers feel the tension between traditional systems and the deeper, more complete care their communities deserve.

BIPOC professionals and entrepreneurs are gathering to change that — centering culture, community, and whole-person wellness in healthcare.

This is your invitation.

Wednesday, June 17
12–1:30 PM
In-person or online
Lunch provided

Can't make it? RSVP anyway to stay connected to future gatherings. Come be part of the conversation.

RSVP here: https://MaineBIPOCWellness.eventbrite.com

Join us for The Third Place's 7th Annual Juneteenth Celebration, a day centered on connection, community, and joy in the...
06/11/2026

Join us for The Third Place's 7th Annual Juneteenth Celebration, a day centered on connection, community, and joy in the outdoors. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Wolfe's Neck Center, this family-friendly gathering invites Black and Brown communities, their families, and allies to come together for a day of exploration, learning, and restoration.

Whether you're harvesting green crabs, birdwatching, hiking, creating art, sampling oysters, visiting farm animals, trying a new outdoor activity, or simply relaxing in conversation with old and new friends, there is space for you here. Juneteenth with The Third Place is about honoring freedom, celebrating culture, and building the authentic relationships that strengthen our communities for generations to come.

Come as you are. Participate in as much or as little as you'd like. The most important thing is that you're here.

To register, go to: https://mainerootedtogether.eventbrite.com

You’re invited to join The Third Place, Live & Work Maine, and the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce for a gathering...
03/21/2026

You’re invited to join The Third Place, Live & Work Maine, and the Portland Regional Chamber of Commerce for a gathering to connect emerging talent, entrepreneurs, and professionals with each other and with local businesses.

This fun and casual networking event is the perfect opportunity to grow your social and professional network.

Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
Time: 5 to 8 p.m.
Location: 33 Elmwood Ave, Westbrook, ME

Free food. Free games. Cash bar.

For more information and to RSVP: https://MainesEmergingTalent.eventbrite.com

Join The Third Place and the Bates Africana Club for an intentional evening connecting students with BIPOC professionals...
03/05/2026

Join The Third Place and the Bates Africana Club for an intentional evening connecting students with BIPOC professionals across Maine. This gathering creates space for honest conversation about navigating careers, building community, and thriving professionally in Maine.

Students will gain insight into diverse industries, explore practical strategies for their own paths, and build relationships beyond campus. BIPOC professionals will connect with peers, strengthen cross-sector ties, and expand their network rooted in mentorship, collaboration, and shared growth.

Whether you're exploring what's next or looking to support the next generation of BIPOC professionals, come build meaningful connections that foster community and belonging.

Click link in bio to register or go to: https://thethirdplaceoncampus.eventbrite.com

Black History Month is an invitation to deepen how we understand history—not just as something distant or national, but ...
02/06/2026

Black History Month is an invitation to deepen how we understand history—not just as something distant or national, but as something lived, local, and present all around us.

Here in Maine and across New England, Black history is embedded in our towns, coastlines, industries, families, and cultural traditions, even when it has gone unnamed or under-taught. This month is a powerful opportunity to learn more about the stories rooted in the places we call home and to support the people and organizations working to preserve and share them.

As you move through February, consider engaging with events, performances, conversations, and community spaces that center local Black history and lived experience. History becomes stronger, more honest, and more meaningful when we choose to look close to home.

For upcoming learning opportunities, go to: https://mailchi.mp/atlanticblackbox/february-14179534?e=[UNIQID]

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