Libraries across the state have incorporated formal and informal gallery spaces into their expansions and renovations.
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Arts, entertainment, food and books news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Doing good means breaking rules in ‘At Midnight Comes the Cry’
In Julia Spencer-Fleming’s riveting 10th Clare Fergusson/Russ Van Alstyne mystery, white supremacy hits town and a police officer is missing.
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2 Maine dogs go up against each other in this year’s Puppy Bowl
The playful competition airs during the afternoon of Super Bowl Sunday on Feb. 8.
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When the news is bad, this Maine food writer says cooking can be self-care
Culinary arts therapy may help foster happiness, mindfulness and calm.
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For some Maine bartenders, sobriety on the job is a growing trend
Hospitality workers who don’t drink say it’s getting easier to avoid temptation even though alcohol is all around them.
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Maine enacted a law on ticket resale to protect consumers. How does it work?
The law prohibits selling speculative tickets, using bots and charging exorbitant fees for resale services.
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A life-sized inflatable whale is making a splash in Maine
Owned by wildlife education and conservation advocate Jessica Woodend, of Topsham, Chunk the whale makes visits to schools and community spaces all over Maine.
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Things to do in Maine this week include comedian Adam Ray, MLK Day celebration
Plus, Broadway singer George Dvorsky has several performances in Portland.
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12 ways to get the most enjoyment out of Maine this winter
Events include festivals and Maine Maple Sunday weekend.
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Strangers met for dinner at 5 Portland restaurants. Despite our fears, it was fun. | Column
Based on personal traits and dining preferences, The Maine Dinner Club matches people up to share a meal out. It wasn’t as awkward as you might think.