The Portland Jazz Orchestra will perform from 8 to 11 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 27, at One Longfellow Square, 181 State St. in Portland. The jazz orchestra is under the direction of Dr. Chris Oberholtzer, this 19-piece jazz ensemble performs a variety of instrumental and vocal big band literature. They enjoy playing works written by members […]
Things to Do
Events and things to do from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Norway center to host demonstration, exhibit starting Nov. 29
Artists Nikki Millonzi, Judy Schneider, and Peter Herley are setting up their studios at the Matolcsy Center at 480 Main St. in Norway, from Tuesday, Nov. 29, through Friday, Dec. 2, for a demonstration and exhibit “We Three Print & Paint,” according to a news release from Michael Everett, Western Maine Art Group. They will […]
State Theatre to host Lost Dogs
A Lost Dog Street Band concert will begin at 8 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 23 at State Theatre, 609 Congress St. in Portland. “The Magnolia Sessions” is the most recent album from dark country trio Lost Dog Street Band. But you can also expect to hear songs from their brand new one, “Glory,” set for […]
Mike Devol talks about Greensky Bluegrass quintet, return to Maine
As most of you know by now, I really like discovering new-to-me acts and such is the case with this week’s band from Kalamazoo, Michigan: Greensky Bluegrass. This quintet of talented musicians (Anders Beck on dobro, Michael Arlen Bont on banjo, Dave Bruzza on guitar, Paul Hoffman on mandolin and Mike Devol on upright bass) […]
Railroad Earth concert set for State Theatre
Railroad Earth will take the stage at 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, at State Theatre, 609 Congress St., Portland. This New Jersey-based bluegrass act play the brand-new tune “Runnin’ Wild.” Their next album, “All For The Song,” will be released on April 22, so you can expect to hear a few songs from that during […]
Bar Guide: Not abstaining this year? Make it a dry Ginuary instead
Local distilleries have a variety of takes on the spirit.
Eat & Run: Get a farm-to-takeout meal at Turner cafe
Nezinscot Farm serves a menu of breakfast and lunch items made with uber-local ingredients.
Macy Gray to perform on Waterville Opera House Stage
Macy Gray will perform at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, Waterville Opera House, 1 Common St. in Waterville. Forever full of ear-tugging, eye-popping surprises, ever eclectic singer, songwriter and actress Gray returns in top form with an inspired new 11 song Moonslice Records album “ The Reset” and within a fresh new presentation fronting her […]
EagleMania planned at The Elm
EagleMania is set to begin at 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23, at The Elm, 21 College Ave. in Waterville. The has dedicated themselves to faithfully reproducing the music of The Eagles. Since their inception, EagleMania has been performing all over the country with their five part harmony and their uncanny ability to emulate the unmistakable […]
The Public Theatre set to launch 32nd season
The Public Theatre opens its 32nd season with “Morning After Grace,” a hilarious and heartfelt new comedy, beginning on Friday, on Sept 16. “When we first read Morning After Grace, we laughed, we cried and we knew it would be the perfect fit for our audience”, says Co-Artistic Director Janet Mitchko. “It’s a refreshingly honest […]