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23rd Annual Maine Home, Remodeling & Garden Show February 16-17, 2013

Jan 27

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The Maine Home, Remodeling & Garden Show is back at the Cumberland County Civic Center in Portland February 16th and 17th for it’s 23rd installment of showcasing the latest and greatest products and services for your home, as well as seminars and demonstrations for the do-it-yourselfers out there. The event is open to everyone on February 16th from 10am-6pm, and February 17th from 10am-4pm.

Tickets are $8 for Adults, $6 for Seniors 65 and over, $5 for Youths 6-16, and free for children under 6 years old.

For more information you can visit Maine Home, Remodeling & Garden Show Information

For a list of show exhibitors check out Maine Home, Remodeling & Garden Show Exhibitors

For a discounted admission coupon visit Home, Remodeling, & Garden Show Discount Coupon

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Ultimate Yard Sale – Cumberland Fairgrounds – Saturday, October 13

Oct 8

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

Sep 24

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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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Vote Now For Elykssor’s Fall Hoodie

Sep 20

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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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14th Annual Fall in the Village Art & Music Festival

Sep 14

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Although apple season is upon us a little early this year,  let’s not jump into the typical fall season activities just yet.   Why not enjoy this beautiful weekend in Freeport, outside, in Discovery Park on the L.L. Bean campus.  Enjoy over 50 booths of talented artists, listen to live music, eat food and maybe squeeze in some shopping.  Plenty of fun  for kids too!  Free admission and parking!  Festivities begin at noon on Saturday and 10 am on Sunday.

Click here for the brochure:

http://www.freeportusa.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/FreeportArts-Brochure-2012-REVISED2.pdf

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Portland Named #1 City For ‘Second Acts’

Jul 27

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photo by Corey Templeton


Portland, Maine has recently been named as the #1 city in America for “Second Acts” by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, meaning empty nesters looking for a change should check out our beautiful city!

Kiplinger’s compiled lists of the top 5 best cities for various times in life, whether someone be just starting out, an empty nester, or a retiree. Each list reveals the top five cities that satisfy specific requirements for each life stage, including cost of living, income growth, population share for each age group, crime rate, healthcare, public schools, and community services and cultural resources.

Check out the complete list here!

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Portland, Maine Featured in MSN Re:Discover

Jul 23

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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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Didn’t Get Mumford & Sons Tickets? You Still Have a Chance to See Them

Jul 23

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The Mumford & Sons concert on August 4 may have sold out within hours, but there is still a chance to see them live!

On August 3, the band will be performing a free concert at Bull Moose Music in Scarborough to a limited number of people who pre-order their new album “Babel” starting on Tuesday. The time has not yet been determined.

Details about this concert are available at www.BullMoose.com.

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

Jul 6

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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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Portland Buy Local Independants Week Begins June 27

Jun 26

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Celebrate local businesses at Portland’s 6th annual Buy Local Independents Week, beginning tomorrow from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Monument Square!

This year’s event will help out local farmers as well, with the first 200 visitors receiving Buy Local Bucks, worth $1 at the farmer’s market!

There will also be a birthday cake created by Foley’s Bakery around 11:30 a.m.

Come enjoy the celebration, eat delicious food, and support your local businesses!

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