There are a number of organizations who will put essentials directly into the hands of Mainers in need.
Aimsel Ponti
Staff Writer
Aimsel Ponti is a music writer and content producer for the Portland Press Herald. She has been obsessed with – and inspired by – music since she listened to Monkees records borrowed from the town library when she was 6 years old. She bought her first Rolling Stones record at a flea market when she was in 7th grade and discovered David Bowie a year later. She's a huge fan of the local music scene and covers it along with national musical happenings in her column. You'll also find her out and about absorbing live music and shopping for vinyl at local record shops and flea markets. Aimsel regularly appears on the WCSH TV show “207” to preview upcoming concerts.
5 fun things to do in Boothbay Harbor
Set on the coast, the Lincoln County town has charm and scenery.
7 Maine events this week include Holiday at Hadlock and an ugly sweater bar crawl
Also, head to Waterville for the Bossov Ballet production of ‘The Nutcracker.’
6 Maine events this week include a tree lighting and the Mallett Brothers Band
Also, the Art on the Hill holiday craft fair is all weekend at the East End Community School in Portland.
Get in the spirit with 14 holiday music performances in Maine
Choose from classic to contemporary shows to ring in the festivities.
Holiday events to keep Mainers feeling merry and bright
Mark your calendars for theatrical productions, parades, light displays and more.
Here’s a few places in Maine where you can dine out for Thanksgiving
Several places are serving turkey and plenty of other options on Thanksgiving Day.
7 Maine events this week include a Taylor Swift tribute and a craft fair for geeks
Also, see the Soweto Gospel Choir in Portland.
Historical photos show Maine’s Thanksgiving generosity
Mainers have been helping each other with food donations in tough times for decades.
6 Maine events this week include holiday cheer – and vampires
Catch ‘Twilight’ in Concert at Merrill Auditorium.