# Event Details - **Event Name**: Palaver Strings: Inside the Process - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 05 Nov, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 05 Nov, 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Join Palaver Strings for an open rehearsal and conversation, giving you a window into how they work and what they're building.About this EventThroughout the evening they'll share their creative process through excerpts of tango idioms and Syrian dance music drawn from their Vertical Heritage and I Believed in Magic programs. Expect locally curated drinks, good company, and real conversation with ensemble and community members to close out the night.Photo by Titilayo AyangadeABOUT THE ARTISTSPalaver Strings is a Grammy-nominated, musician-led string ensemble and nonprofit organization based in Portland, ME. Our mission is to strengthen and inspire community through music. In our musician-led model, Palaver’s musicians share artistic and administrative leadership, guided by a passion for engaging new audiences, addressing social justice issues, and amplifying underrepresented voices. Equally committed to performance and education, Palaver presents a full season of live concerts and serves hundreds of students yearly at the Palaver Music Center in Portland.Thursday, November 15 at 7:00 PM (doors 6:30 p.m.), one hour of music and conversation followed by 30-minutes of mingling.Tickets are $18 for Mechanics' Hall Members, $20 for General Admission, there is a $5 surcharge at the door.PARKING & TRANSPORTATIONThe Greater Portland Metro’s Congress & Casco Street Stop is directly in front of our building, served by routes 1, 7, 8, and 9B.Street Parking: Available on Congress, Casco, Cumberland, Free Street, and nearby streets. Pay by meter or the Passport Parking App. Free after 6 PM, on Sundays, and between Parris and Alder Street. Some blocks may vary — look for posted signs.Garages: The Arts District Garage (41 Brown St) has 250+ spaces, is open 24/7, and accepts credit card only, with entrances on Brown, Cumberland, and Casco. The Elm Street Garage (21 Elm St) is conveniently near the Portland Library. The Spring Street Garage is three blocks away at 45 Spring St.ACCESSIBILITYTo enter our building, patrons will need to navigate a single step or use a modular ramp. Please note that the wheelchair ramp has a steep 17" incline.A wheelchair-accessible elevator is available. The elevator is 60" deep, 48" wide, with a 32" door opening. There are four wheelchair-accessible bathrooms on the third-floor level, adjacent to the Ballroom.If you have a wheelchair or need accessibility accommodations/questions, please contact us at programming@mainemechanics.org or 207-773-8396. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/palaver-strings-inside-the-process/100001998504828741 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, art, concerts, performances - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Mechanics' Hall - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 28.52, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Portland - **state**: ME - **country**: United States - **location**: Mechanics' Hall - **lat**: 43.6562436 - **long**: -70.2611664 - **full address**: Mechanics' Hall, 519 Congress Street, Portland, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Palaver Strings: Inside the Process - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/5e8fa6822bc140a07f3b4e93de86d3e32dfac292b3a75212b2c54695e33540f4-rimg-w1200-h800-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1788229001 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Palaver Strings: Inside the Process being held? - **A:** Palaver Strings: Inside the Process takes place on Thu, 05 Nov, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 05 Nov, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Mechanics' Hall, 519 Congress Street, Portland, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Palaver Strings: Inside the Process? - **A:** Palaver Strings: Inside the Process is organized by Mechanics' Hall (Maine). - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Palaver Strings: Inside the Process is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Portland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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