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65 Things To Do When You Retire – the Latest From Sellers Publishing

May 7

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Sellers Publishing, South Portland’s very own publishing company, is pleased to announce its latest work: 65 Things to Do When You Retire, a compilation of advice and anecdotes from some notable names, including Jimmy Carter and Gloria Steinem.

The book, edited by Mark Evan Chimsky, a resident of Portland, Maine, details all the things a recent retiree will need to consider to ensure happiness in all areas – family, friends, travel, finance, and more.

Sellers is a company that stands out because of its charitable contributions – all royalties from 65 Things to Do When You Retire benefit cancer research and prevention.

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Tags: 65 things to do when you retire, jane fonda, jimmy carter, Maine, mark evan chimsky, Portland, sellers publishing

Portland Photo of the Week – Spring is in the Air

May 4

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Art, Entertainment, Fun, Green / Environmental, Scenic | No Comments

Check out this week’s best photo by Corey Templeton (portlanddailyphoto.com)! With all the rain we’ve experienced this week, this should brighten your day!

Rating: 3.0/5 (2 votes cast)

Tags: best photo, corey templeton, Maine, photo of the week, Portland

Portland, Maine – ‘the San Francisco of the East’

May 2

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Entertainment, Food, Fun, Green / Environmental, Music, Nightlife, Restaurants, Scenic, Shopping | No Comments

photo by Corey Templeton

Portland, Maine just got a little more praise - Chicago Tribune travel writer Josh Noel recently documented his trip to the best city in the U.S. and was left with quite the impression.

According to Josh, “Its most endearing feature is a cozy, Old World charm.”

Portland definitely has charm, as he references several local spots – J’s Oyster, Allagash Brewing, Fore Street, Petit Jacqueline, and Hugo’s.

Josh’s adventures in Portland are just a reminder of all the wonderful things this city has to offer, whether you’re just visiting or a seasoned local. Go Portland!

Rating: 4.3/5 (4 votes cast)

Tags: chicago tribune, josh noel, Maine, Portland, san francisco, travel

2nd Annual Into The Mud Challenge – Saturday, May 5, 2012 – Gorham, Maine

Apr 29

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Free Beer for a Year?!?! Yes, one lucky winner drawn at random will walk (hmmm, squish..) away with free beer for a year at the 2nd Annual Into The Mud Challenge in Gorham, on Saturday, May 5, 2012. Starting at the Gorham Middle School participants will make their way through a 2. 5 mile course consisting of obstacles and mud pits. Are you up for it?

For more details or to register, please visit Into The Mud Challenge Race Information. Good luck!

Rating: 5.0/5 (1 vote cast)

Tags: Gorham Maine, Gorham Maine Race, Into The Mud Challenge, Mud Challenge, Mud Race

Portland-Based Group Andi Fawcett and Doubting Gravity

Apr 23

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Art, Entertainment, Fun, Music | 1 Comment

Portland has a thriving art and music scene, and Andi Fawcett and her band Doubting Gravity have hit it full force.

With a sound that’s been described as “the hybrid of Ani Difranco, Patty Griffin, Maroon 5 and Garbage“, the band is sure to make it big.

Check out the latest music video released by the band, and be sure to explore their MySpace page!

Rating: 4.4/5 (7 votes cast)

Tags: andi fawcett, doubting gravity, Maine, Music, Portland

Portland Photo of the Week

Apr 20

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Art, Entertainment, Fun, Green / Environmental, Scenic | No Comments

This week’s best photo by Corey Templeton (portlanddailyphoto.com) shows that spring has officially arrived in Portland! Flowers are blooming, temperatures are rising, and residents are coming out to enjoy the sunshine!

Rating: 5.0/5 (1 vote cast)

Tags: corey templeton, daily photo, Maine, photo of the week, Portland

Brunswick, ME Named Among Best U.S. Small Towns

Apr 19

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Portland isn’t the only part of Maine that makes some impressive lists – Brunswick has just been named the #13 Best Small Town in America by Smithsonian Magazine!

The magazine chose 20 towns across the country with interesting sights to see and compiled the list. Way to go Brunswick!

Rating: 5.0/5 (1 vote cast)

Tags: best small towns, brunswick, Maine, me, smithsonian magazine

National Park Week is Coming

Apr 18

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Entertainment, Events, Fun, Green / Environmental, History, Oceanfront, Scenic | No Comments

Don’t miss your chance to see all of the gorgeous National Parks the United States has to offer - National Park Week (April 21 – 29) will let you into some great parks for free!

Check out the list of free admission parks!

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Tags: acadia national park, free admission, Maine, national park week, Portland

L.L. Bean Donates $1 Million to Healthy Hometowns Program

Apr 18

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Business, Entertainment, Events, Fun, Green / Environmental, Shopping, Sports | No Comments

L.L. Bean has announced its donation of $1 million to Healthy Hometowns, a non-profit organization designed to get kids outdoors and participating in fun physical activities in over 400 Maine communities.

Seth Wescott and Joan Benoit Samuelson, two Olympic gold medalists were at an event put together by L.L. Bean today for the announcement.

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Tags: Freeport, healthy hometowns, Joan Benoit Samuelson, LL Bean, Maine, Portland, Seth Wescott

Carmina Weekend at University of Southern Maine

Apr 17

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The Carmina Burana (“Musical Weekend”) is coming up soon to Merrill Auditorium, featuring the University of Southern Maine’s Concert Band, Chorale and Chamber Singers, and more than 50 alumni for a fantastic performance.

Friday, April 20, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Master classes led by USM School of Music alumni in Corthell Hall, 37 College Avenue, Gorham.

Jason Plourde ’02, voice
Elisabeth Marshall ’02, voice
Sam Woodhead ’96, trombone

Saturday, April 21, 2-4 p.m.

USM School of Music Open House. Free and open to the public at Corthell Hall.

Sunday, April 22, 3 p.m.

Carmina Burana - Spotlight Concert Series performance at Merrill Auditorium, Myrtle Street, Portland. $15 is the recommended donation at the door. Proceeds go toward music scholarships. Sponsored by HeadInvest; Murray, Plumb & Murray; Macdonald Page & Co LLC; and Down East, the Magazine of Maine.

Monday, April 23, 12 – 1:30 p.m.

Master classes led by USM School of Music alumnus in Corthell Hall.

Michael McGinnis ’95, saxophone

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Tags: alumni, carmina burana, Maine, Music, Portland, University of Southern Maine