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Portland Maine named in “America’s Best Cities for Fall Travel”

Nov 13

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

Portland, Maine - courtesy of www.travelandleisure.com

Portland, Maine received another great accolade recently being named to Travel & Leisure Magazine’s “America’s Best Cities for Fall Travel”. Of course, we all know how beautiful the fall foliage is each year coupled with many great events within the city limits delivering visitors and locals with wonderful food, drink, arts, and more.

Many visitors have enjoyed the weekend long Harvest on the Harbor event showcasing many great restaurants all while set on the oceanfront at the cities Ocean Gateway Pier/Terminal. While foodies certainly enjoy Portland’s delectable food delights, the local microbrewery beers continue their great following thanks to brew festival events like the 1st Annual Portland Brew Festival this past Labor Day Weekend and the 18th Annual Maine Brewer’s Festival of early November.

Who could forget the First Friday Art Walks, which occur year round!

Cheers again to the great City of Portland, Maine!

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Cumberland Fair 2011 – September 25-October 1

Sep 24

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Entertainment, Events, Fun, Green / Environmental, History | 1 Comment

Courtesy of www.bestofshoware.com

The Cumberland Fair returns for it’s 140th Annual event featuring a week of fun and entertainment for all ages at the Cumberland Fairgrounds from Sunday, September 25 to Saturday, October 1, 2011.

Comedian Bob Marley will be a featured performer on Sunday, September 25 at 6:30pm, and the fair will welcome back the popular RaveX Freestyle Jumping exhibition on Wednesday, September 28, at 6pm. As always the Cumberland County Fair will feature three wrist band days where a $15 fee allows you to ride all rides on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

The Cumberland Fair wouldn’t be complete without the full list of agricultural events, or the 4th Annual Classic Car Show and Lawn Mower racing on Thursday, September 29, at 6pm and 6:30pm respectively.

For more information please check out CumberlandFair.com or visit the Cumberland Fair Facebook Fan Page.

Rating: 5.0/5 (1 vote cast)

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Elykssor – Unique designer clothing, Locally owned and Local-minded

Aug 10

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

Courtesy of Peter Jensen Bissell www.peterjensenbissell.com

ILovePortlandMaine.com was fortunate to sit down recently and chat with Elykssor founder, Kyle Poissonnier, to learn about his clothing business, including how he got started and where his dreams are set to take him on this journey.

Growing up in the small central Maine blue collar town of Skowhegan, Poissonnier had aspirations of playing college and professional football, which one could certainly understand given his strong and prominent athletic stature of today. Over the years, his love of sports and fashion would collide, with stints at Husson University and SUNY Albany, where Poissonnier played football and studied marketing, while simultaneously keeping a close watch on the latest trends in clothing and design. From there a fashion brand was born…Elykssor.

Elykssor, now just over three years in the business, derived its name from the medieval belief of an “elixir of life”, that would renew ones youth. According to the legend, those who drank the elixir would be granted eternal life and youth. We should also point out that “Kyle” spelled backwards appears in the name Elykssor, reminding me of my discussion with Poissonnier that he remembers his roots, believes strongly in supporting local businesses, and is true to his success and thankful of everyone who has and continues to help him achieve his dream.

Some day soon, I am sure Kyle will see his own storefront carrying the complete Elykssor line based on the compassion and drive he possesses towards his vision. Currently, there are a number of retail stores that carry the unique t-shirts, including MadWorld at 275 Commercial Street in the Old Port of Portland, Maine.

Courtesy of www.peterjensenbissell.com

For those of you not familiar with Elykssor, the brand offers unique print designs for “trendsetters”, delivering t-shirts in limited edition styles, and will soon branch out to hoodies and other wears. I was highly impressed at how attractive the t-shirts were as well as the wonderful quality. Not to mention that Kyle utilizes a local screen printer, artists, models, and photographer to capture and deliver the brand to you. A true believer in buying local and supporting local businesses…

For more information or to browse the Elykssor Collection, please visit www.elykssor.com

Rating: 3.2/5 (5 votes cast)

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Yarmouth Clam Festival 2011 – Daily Schedule of Events

Jul 15

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

The Yarmouth Clam Festival 2011 has arrived, as always falling during the 3rd weekend in July, and the weather promises to be gorgeous for the festival goers. Looking forward to another great event with such a wonderful outpouring of community spirit and togetherness.

The Friday night parade is always fun. Saturday features the Clam Shucking Contest, live music, Fireman’s Muster, Fireworks, lots of food from area non-profits and school organizations, and much more. Sunday wraps it up with the ever-popular Diaper Derby…always a classic memorable event that will leave you smiling.

For further details on the Yarmouth Clam Festival and the schedule of events, please visit Yarmouth Clam Festival 2011 – Yarmouth, Maine.

Rating: 5.0/5 (2 votes cast)

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Wonderful Portland Townhouse Condo For Sale – 150 Spring Street

Jun 20

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

This wonderful Portland, Maine townhouse style condo at 150 Spring Street offers a very convenient location to all Portland has to offer – a short distance from many great restaurants, the Arts District, the West End, and the Old Port.

The condo located in the Spring Street Row Houses Association features hardwood floors, exposed brick, new windows with some water views, and a large sun-drenched master bedroom / bathroom with built-ins and skylight.

An elevator offers the ultimate in convenience, coupled with the bonus of off-street parking make this property a perfect spot to call home for those who appreciate all the amenities the Portland Peninsula has to offer, including folks looking to come to Portland to relax for the summer or weekends. The strong well-managed condo association allows pets. Another plus, the unit is located on the back-side of the building (opposite Spring Street) offering a more peaceful atmosphere as well as views of Downtown Portland and the waterfront.

Please visit the Virtual Tour of 150 Spring Street #15 in Portland - For more information on this great property or to schedule a private showing, please call Jeff Mateja of Keller Williams Realty directly at (207) 233-2420, or visit online at www.JeffMateja.com

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Portland Sea Dogs Father’s Day 5k – Sunday, June 19, 2011

Jun 13

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Events, Fun, Sports | 2 Comments

The Portland Sea Dogs, the Maine Medical Partners Urology, and the Maine Track Club, host the 3rd annual Father’s Day 5k Road Race this Sunday, June 19th, 2011, with proceeds benefiting the Maine Coalition to Fight Prostate Cancer.

The 5K course is identical to the ever-popular Mother’s Day 5k road race; beginning in front of the Portland Expo building, down Congress Street, right on Stevens Avenue, right on Brighton Avenue and down Deering Avenue, then through Fitzpatrick Stadium before finishing along the 3rd base line of Hadlock Field.

The top overall male and female finishers receive a trophy, a pair of 2011 Season Tickets for the remainder of the 2011 Sea Dogs season, and have the pleasure of throwing out the first-pitch at a Sea Dogs game. The top three male and female finishers in each age group will also be presented with awards. All participants receive a complimentary ticket to attend a future Sea Dogs game.

Over 1,100 have entered already….Be sure to visit The Maine Track Club for more information and to register for the 2011 Portland Sea Dogs Father’s Day 5k.

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Sebago Brewing Company set to move to New Location

May 21

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

Tonight will be Sebago Brewing Company’s last night (Saturday, May 21) at 164 Middle Street, so come out and wish them well, as they move to their brand spanking new location 211 Fore Street (corner of Fore Street and Franklin Arterial) which will house their state of the art brewpub, and is just blocks from the old location in the Old Port.

The new Sebago Brewing Company location will open Friday, May 27, at 11am. Again, come out and celebrate! That day, Sebago will be releasing their brand new Single Batch Series beer, Trekker Pale Ale, which is a “classic American pale ale. It is light bronze in color, with a moderate malt character up front that gives way to an increasing hop aroma with a clean dry finish”. Enjoy!

Rating: 5.0/5 (1 vote cast)

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2nd Annual WestFest Portland 2011

May 21

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Portland, your 2nd Annual WestFest hosted by the West End Neighborhood Association to celebrate all that is great about the West End of Portland, Maine will take place today, Saturday, May 21, from 10am to 4pm. The first event was a huge success with well over 700 attendees. The event will take place at the Reiche Community Center. For more information check out www.wenamaine.org.

We hear the sun is making a special appearance, so go out there and enjoy it!

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Wonderfully updated Scarborough Antique Colonial w/ original character and charm, barn, studio, and much more!

May 8

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Greater Portland Real Estate | 2 Comments

Just Listed at 175 Holmes Road in Scarborough, Maine - This Wonderful Scarborough Antique Colonial (circa 1780) has been tastefully updated while retaining many original features including three working fireplaces, pumpkin pine floors, and exposed beams throughout the home. The home features a gorgeous eat-in kitchen with a Heartland Refrigerator and Gas Range which compliment the character and charm of custom built cabinetry and a coal stove. The formal dining room and living room on the main level each feature fireplaces and original wood work and offer a lovely flow and openness for an 18th century home.

The home sits on a wonderfully landscaped 6.75 acres featuring great stone work, numerous plants and flowers, a fitness studio, and a 3 car garage with a wood working shop that has been beautifully remodeled Great Room above for entertaining or a potential in-home business. The heated fitness studio comes fully equipped with weight equipment and fabulous lighting as the outbuilding was once a photography studio.

Meanwhile, the post and beam 3 car garage/barn Great Room has remarkably updated with a heating system, air conditioning system, lighting, flooring, windows, metal roof, two inch insulation in the walls and ceiling, and has been wired throughout for technological uses. All buildings feature a security system. The 6.75 acres in the shape of an “L” at the corner of Beech Ridge Road and Holmes Road in Scarborough offers access to trails and further connects to various trail networks among Scarborough.

For additional pictures of this property please visit – 175 Holmes Road, Scarborough, Maine Virtual Tour – MLX# 1010217

This exceptional property is marketed exclusively by Jeff Mateja and John Bourassa of Keller Williams Realty of Portland, Maine. For more information on this wonderful property or to schedule a private showing, please call Jeff Mateja today at (207) 233-2420 or John Bourassa at (207) 553-2656.

Rating: 5.0/5 (1 vote cast)

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Happy St. Patrick’s Day from ILovePortlandMaine.com

Mar 17

Posted by Jeff Mateja in Entertainment, Events, Fun, Greater Portland Real Estate, History, Music | No Comments

Happy St. Patrick’s Day to all those in Portland, Maine, and around the world celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. What a day here in Portland, huh? Weather is beautiful, the sun is shining whether you are inside or outside of a bar, and we’re only a few days from….you heard me right, SPRING! Woo hoo!

We’re so happy that we’re giving away a lucky 7 FREE iLovePortlandMaine.com Limited Edition St. Patrick’s Day T-shirts.

All you need to do is “like” our ILovePortlandMaine.com Facebook fan page, as well as contact us through the Contact button at the top of the Home page here on ILovePortlandMaine.com. You’ll then be signed up for our Newsletter by providing your email address for future items of interest, coupons, news, and prizes. Check it out! And again, Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

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