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Mathew Zimmerman joins Universal Properties Portland Team as a Buyer Specialist

Mar 27

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Business, Greater Portland Real Estate | No Comments

Portland, ME 3/27/2013 — Mathew Zimmerman has joined the Universal Properties Maine Team at Keller Williams Realty Greater Portland as a Buyer Specialist.

Mat started in real estate in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 2010. His prior background is low voltage/construction, most recently as vice president of operations for HW Automation (FL). Mat has a BA from Brandeis University and is currently licensed in both Maine and Massachusetts. Originally from Cape Elizabeth, Mat now lives with his wife Liz and two year old daughter Lily in Portland.

“It is a pleasure to have Mat on our team,” said CEO Jeff Mateja. ”His experience and diplomatic nature will be a huge asset to not only our clients, but our team’s growth as well.”

Universal Properties International was founded by Adam Hergenrother in October 2011 as a platform to launch his successful model for real estate teams nationwide. Universal Properties International’s vision is to be the real estate team of choice for business leaders who want to further their growth opportunities and improve their lives through systems, training, leadership, and mindset expansion.

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Tags: Maine Real Estate, Portland Maine Realtors, Portland Press Release

Two Cousins from Maine Featured on Tonight’s Episode of Shark Tank

Oct 19

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Business, Entertainment, Food, Fun | 1 Comment

Jim Tselikis and Sabin Lomac from Scarborough and Cape Elizabeth were filmed for the ABC reality show “The Shark Tank” back in July, and the episode airs tonight at 8PM EST. It will be revealed if The Sharks have agreed to give them the cash to launch the next phase of their food truck business: a Maine-based online company that will sell lobster dishes, such as lobster mac and cheese and lobster pot pie, nationwide.

The food for the company is being made in Maine, and will be shipped out of a distribution facility in Biddeford that will create 40 new jobs. Get the full details here.

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Tags: ABC's The Shark Tank, Food Trucks Portland Maine, Maine on Reality TV Show

Ultimate Yard Sale – Cumberland Fairgrounds – Saturday, October 13

Oct 8

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Business, Entertainment, Events, Food, Fun, Shopping | No Comments

Courtesy of http://www.painesville.com

The Cumberland Fairgrounds and The Wolf 99.9FM will deliver their Fall Ultimate Yard Sale again this year on Saturday, October 13, weather permitting (rain date – Saturday October 20) at the Cumberland Fairgrounds – 197 Blanchard Road in Cumberland.

Admission is $5.00. For additional details please visit; Ultimate Yard Sale – 99.9 The Wolf

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Tags: Cumberland Fairgrounds, The Wolf 99.9, Ultimate Yard Sale

Portland Indie Biz Awards – Wednesday, October 3 – One Longfellow Square

Sep 24

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Business, Entertainment, Events, Food, Fun, Shopping | No Comments

Portland Buy Local will hit up One Longfellow Square on Wednesday, October 3, for the 2012 Portland Indie Biz Awards, recognizing the leaders of the independent business community here in Portland, Maine. Supporting locally owned and community based businesses, Portland Buy Local offers mixers and various events throughout the year that culminates with the awards event featuring live music and and wonderful opportunity to showcase and honor the standout businesses of the year in various categories including Portland’s Best Kept Secret and Best New Business. While voting has officially close, you can see the nominees – 2012 Indie Biz Nominations.

For more information, please visit; http://www.portlandbuylocal.org/events/indie-biz-awards/

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Tags: Best New Business Portland Maine, One Longfellow Square, Portland Buy Local, Portland Indie Biz Awards, Portland Maine Buy Local, Portland's Best Kept Secret

Vote Now For Elykssor’s Fall Hoodie

Sep 20

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Business, Events, Shopping | No Comments

Elykssor clothing is a lifestyle brand based out of Portland, Maine and run by Kyle Poissonnier.

The Fall Hoodie was the first limited item Elykssor did in 2011 and this year, they’ve opened it up to voting. Go to the links provided below to vote for the top four color combinations for the men’s and women’s 2012 Fall Hoodie. Voting ends Friday, September 21st!

Sales for the 2012 Fall Hoodie will open in the first week of October, but you’ll have to act quickly as only 50 are being made. The logo will be changed to fall leaves taking the place of the recognizable Elykssor bubbles. The best part is when you buy the hoodie, you can add a personalized touch by choosing up to three words to be printed on the forearm to describe what you love MOST about fall in maine, fall in general, or your hometown.

VOTE NOW:

Mens- www.surveymonkey.com/s/DQLTB8Y
Womens- www.surveymonkey.com/s/DQXM9R9
For more information on the company or to shop for products, visit:

www.shop.elykssor.com

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Tags: Fall in Maine, Portland Maine Clothing, Shop Portland

Portland, Maine Featured in MSN Re:Discover

Jul 23

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Art, Bar, Business, Entertainment, Events, Fun, History, Music, Nightlife, Oceanfront, Restaurants, Scenic, Shopping | No Comments

Four Portland, Maine residents got a chance to show off everything they love about the city in a new segment from MSN, Re:Discover. Check it out as they talk about their favorite places in Portland, what they love about living here, and everything the city has to offer!

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Tags: Maine, msn, Portland, re:discover

Legally Blonde Coming to Maine State Music Theatre

Jul 13

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Business, Entertainment, Events, Fun, Music, Nightlife | No Comments

The Maine State Theatre in Brunswick has some upcoming performances you won’t want to miss.

Legally Blonde will be performed tomorrow for the last time at 7:30 p.m.

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard will begin from July 18-August 4, with all shows at 7:30 p.m.

42nd Street will be shown August 8-25 as well.

Tickets to the shows are available here, with prices varying.

Don’t miss these dazzling shows and performances!

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Tags: legally blonde, Maine, maine music theatre, musicals, Portland, theatre

L.L. Bean Celebrating 100 Years With 4-Day Event

Jul 6

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Business, Entertainment, Events, Food, Fun, History, Nightlife, Shopping, Sports | No Comments

Happy birthday L.L. Bean! It’s been 100 years since the retailer opened its doors in Freeport, and to celebrate, is hosting a 4-day extravaganza.

The event began on Thursday and will continue through the weekend.

Today, there is a farmer’s market from 12 – 5 p.m. at the Coyote parking lot, with arts and crafts for children to enjoy.

From 5 to 6:10 p.m., Lissa Schneckenburger will be performing blues and folk music. From 6:30 – 7:40 p.m. Jason Spooner will be singing roots rock, and from 8 – 9:15 p.m., Ryan Montbleau will perform folk and blues. All of the musical performances will be held in Discovery Park.

On Saturday, there will be an L.L. Bean Adventure Park from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. with inflatable toys, games, crafts, and music.

From 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., there will be a variety of performances for all to enjoy. This will include juggling, comedy, and music at the Puffin Park, near the Bike, Boat, and Ski Store.

At 7:30 p.m. Chris Isaak will entertain the crowds at Discovery Park.

The grand finale of the event will be fireworks starting at 9:30 p.m.

Don’t miss out on this historic event!

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Tags: 100 years, Freeport, LL Bean, Maine, Music, Party, Portland

North Atlantic Blues Festival July 14 – 15

Jul 6

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Art, Business, Events, Fun, Music, Scenic | No Comments

Are you a blues lover? Don’t miss the fantastic North Atlantic Blues Festival if you are!

This year’s lineup features Tab Benoit, Chubby Carrier & the Bayou Swamp Band, Royal Southern Brotherhood, John Mayall, and more!

The festival goes from July 14 – 15, starting at 11 a.m. at Harbor Park in Rockland. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 for a one-day pass the day of. For two-day passes, they’re $50, or $70 the day of.

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Tags: Maine, Music, north atlantic blues festival, Portland, rockland

Await Rescue Coming to Flask Lounge This Saturday

Jun 18

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Bar, Business, Entertainment, Events, Food, Fun, Music, Nightlife | No Comments

If you’re looking for some great and diverse music, look no further. Await Rescue with special guests Loki, Lord Earth & Mines of Paris will be performing at Flask Lounge (117 Spring Street in Portland) at 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 23.

Boston-rockers Await Rescue (think Foo Fighters meets Every Time I Die) will be making their first ever trek to Portland. If you have all but given up on rock music due to the genre’s current stale state, come to Flask Lounge on June 23rd to have your faith restored.

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Tags: await rescue, Flask Lounge, Maine, Music, Portland, Rock