From war zones to the woods of Maine, celebrated journalist Tom Ricks turns his award-winning writing to the place he calls home, telling stories shaped by Maine’s people and landscape. Ricks discussed his recent release “We Can’t Save You” with reporter Ray Routhier on Tuesday, September 9, at 7 p.m. at One Longfellow Square.
Events
Open Door with Garry Jenkins, President of Bates College
Garry Jenkins brings a rare blend of legal, philanthropic, and academic leadership to the table. His experience spans from leading Wall Street boardrooms to directing one of Maine’s top colleges. Hear about and learn from his diverse leadership ethos when he sits down with Stefanie Manning on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 8 a.m. at the Roux Institute at Northeastern University.
Watch: Open Door with Garry Jenkins, President of Bates College
Garry Jenkins brings a rare blend of legal, philanthropic, and academic leadership to the table. His experience spans from leading Wall Street boardrooms to directing one of Maine’s top colleges. Hear about and learn from his diverse leadership ethos when he sits down with Stefanie Manning on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 8 a.m. at the Roux Institute at Northeastern University.
Watch: Maine Voices Live with balloon pilot Derald Young
Take flight with Derald Young, pilot of the Damn Yankee hot air balloon, who has a lifetime of wild stories and record-setting adventures. This event took place on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
Maine Voices Live with author Tom Ricks
Join us on Tuesday, September 9, at 7 p.m. at One Longfellow Square in Portland.
Watch: Maine Voices Live with Theresa Secord, founding director of the Maine Indian Basketmakers Alliance
This event took place on Tuesday, June 3, at 7 p.m. in the Ostrove Auditorium at Colby College in Waterville.
2025 Leader Spelling Bee
This event took place at Oxbow Brewing on Tuesday, May 27 at 5:00 p.m.
Maine Voices Live with Shannon Haines, President + CEO of Waterville Creates
This event took place on Tuesday, April 29 in the Ostrove Auditorium at Colby College in Waterville.
Great Falls Forum: Monica Wood: One Writer’s Path
Join us at noon Thursday, April 24 at the Lewiston Public Library in Callahan Hall to hear from novelist, memoirist, and playwright, Monica Wood.
Great Falls Forum: Wabanakis Then and Now
Join us at noon Thursday, March 20 at the Lewiston Public Library in Callahan Hall to hear from Maulian Bryant, Executive Director of the Wabanaki Alliance.