It’s holiday time at the White House, and President Biden and his wife, Jill, are plunging into the season.
Thanksgiving
From free meals to fun runs, our 2022 roundup of central Maine Thanksgiving events
Events are scheduled this week across Kennebec and Somerset counties.
A hand pie is just one way to thank the farmers who lend you their hands
Buying local products is another way to show your appreciation for all the work they do.
Turkey portraits and plant-based feasts help make for a gentler Thanksgiving
Plus, a cornucopia of resources for having a vegan version of the holiday.
Green Plate Special: Stumped by how to use up the leftover cranberry sauce?
Here is a cornucopia of options for making use of that one last thing in the fridge.
Jim Fossel: This year in particular, we have a lot to be thankful for
Yes, it’s getting colder and darker – but consider all that we’ve weathered over the last 12 months.
Black Friday draws smaller crowds in Augusta, leaving only the dedicated shoppers in line
Lines were much smaller this year in comparison to years past, but people who chose to stand in line continued their Black Friday traditions.
Our 2021 Mainers to Be Thankful For
Even as the pandemic continues to test our society and how we relate to one another, we don’t have to look far to find people who, every day, disregard differences to help their fellow humans. Our 2021 Mainers to Be Thankful For have provided housing, clothing, comfort and support to people in their communities – often strangers – with only the satisfaction of making a difference in return. We hope that by sharing their stories, they serve as examples for us all.
Annual Messalonskee Thanksgiving dinner in Oakland to return to sit-down meals
Last year the operation had switched to pickup, now they are having sit-down meals again with the understanding that ‘masking is appreciated.’
In time for Thanksgiving, the air-fryer makes a new convert
It frees up oven space, and air-fried Brussels sprouts make a strong argument for the appliance.