USM hosts New Mainers' Day

On Saturday, May 5th, USM and Refugee & Immigration Services of Catholic Charities Maine will host nearly 100family members and individuals for the  annual New Mainers' Day.  The event will be held in the Sullivan Gym on the Portland campus, and is the only opportunity each year for all "New Mainers" who have joined greater Portland's immigrant and refugee communities in the past year to be together, to network, share stories, and create community.  With support from a grant from the University of Maine System Diversity Committee, transportation is being provided and a pot-luck lunch supported.  Volunteers will lead games and activities for the children, including parachute games, face painting, crafts, and of course, soccer, so that parents can socialize with one another.