Maine-raised, Texas-based singer-songwriter Slaid Cleaves will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Brunswick Unitarian Universalist Church, at 1 Middle St., in Brunswick, as part of the Concerts for a Cause series. Two-thirds of the net proceeds of the 2018-19 Concerts for a Cause series will be donated to two local charities: Tedford […]
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Skippers seafood in Saco closing its doors
Owners Karen and Chuck Forzley say they want to retire after running the restaurant for 21 years.
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The Wrap: New ramen shop coming to Portland, JP’s Bistro moving, and ‘Truck or Treat’
Would you be willing to lock away your cellphone while you eat? That’s what 1 chef wants you to do at the ramen shop he’s set to open on Washington Avenue.
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Off The Wall to be staged Oct. 5 in Gardiner
Performances of “Off the Wall” are scheduled for 2 and 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, at Johnson Hall Theater, 280 Water St., in Gardiner. World-renowned jugglers and comedians, Jason Tardy and Steve Corning have performed all across the U.S. and beyond, with highlights including Disney Cruise Lines, the Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas, and the White […]
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Singer/songwriter Iris Dement to perform Oct. 4
Singer/songwriter Iris Dement will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 4, at the Strand Theatre, 345 Main St., in Rockland. DeMent is an acclaimed singer/songwriter whose 1992 debut was “Infamous Angel.” Combining elements of folk, gospel and country, her rich lyrical landscapes and captivating music have earned two Grammy nominations. and the respect of many […]
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Max Weinberg’s Jukebox to perform in Waterville
Max Weinberg’s Jukebox will take the stage at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, at the Waterville Opera House, 1 Common St., in Waterville. Weinberg is an American drummer and television personality, most widely known as the longtime drummer for Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band and as the bandleader for Conan O’Brien on Late Night with […]
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Maine Luthiers Showcase set for Oct. 4-6
The 3rd annual Maine Luthiers Showcase is set for Oct. 4-6 in downtown Hallowell. Behind every guitar is a luthier. Never heard of one? A luthier is someone who makes or repairs stringed instruments. The name “luthier” originally came from lute making, but today includes makers of acoustic and electric guitars, banjos, violins, cellos and […]
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Tap Lines: Try Maine’s newest breweries all at once
Happening Sunday at Bayside Bowl, Freshman Orientation features beers from 14 breweries in a speed-dating format.
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JP’s Bistro moving to Falmouth
The popular Portland neighborhood restaurant needs to expand and add more equipment, the chef/owner says.
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PSO launches ‘Crescendo’ campaign to boost its endowment
The Portland Symphony Orchestra is well on its way to meeting its $6.5 million goal.