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A beach and a book: the ultimate Maine summer pairing

by Lisa Hiton 5 hours agoMay 12, 2026

Indulge in summer’s greatest leisure with an upgraded to-be-read stack.

by Jorge S. Arango 6 hours agoMay 12, 2026

The state’s galleries will include the work of established artists as well as up-and-comers.

From Rangeley to Farmington, these festivals will keep you entertained all summer long.

Aiden Lindsay’s love of classic rock sets him apart from his peers in the streaming era.

Also, see the musical ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ in Damariscotta.

The lineup includes Mon Rovîa, The Beaches, Momma and Bahamas along with many local acts.

by Steve Feeney May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

There are operas, musicals, plays, concerts and dance festivals from Berwick to Bangor and multiple venues in between.

by Jorge S. Arango May 6, 2026May 13, 2026

On tap are photography, paintings, sculpture and the Portland Museum of Art’s exhibit of Winslow Homer sketches.

Also see the play ‘The Cemetery Club’ at City Theater in Biddeford.

The actor from Readfield, who is giving the UMaine commencement address this weekend, hasn’t gotten too big for his home state.