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Life & Culture
Arts, entertainment, food and books news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
High heels for infants? Some say Pee Wee Pumps are just so wrong
People are criticizing the footwear company amid growing concerns over the sexualization of children.
Downtown Hallowell building to display ‘welcoming city’ mural
The City Council adopted a resolution in February and City Manager Nate Rudy hopes the mural becomes tangible evidence of that proclamation.
Snow? What snow? Spring has a head start at the Maine Flower Show: Photos
With a winter storm in the forecast, a crowd warms up for growing season on the flower show’s opening day.
Bill would reduce size of Maine Arts Commission
The maximum number of members would drop from 21 to 15 under the proposal before a legislative committee.
Maine composer’s ‘The Summer King’ to get its second national production
Michigan Opera Theatre will stage Daniel Sonenberg’s opera about baseball star Josh Gibson in 2018.
Super Bowl trophy headed to Bangor – but not Portland
New England Patriots fans can have their photo taken with the Vince Lombardi trophy during the event at the Cross Insurance Center.
Dylan slipping over to Sweden to pick up Nobel, perform; he’ll send lecture later
The award presentation will be ‘small and intimate’ with no media present, in line with his wishes.
Holy Donut owner named SBA business person of the year
Leigh Kellis was chosen based on her business’s growth and community contributions.
Greek-style roasted lemon potatoes are delicious
This side dish will wow guests at spring holidays.