Maine’s richly diverse habitat is a magnet for hundreds of wild bird species. By Lynn Ascrizzi IT’S ALWAYS A GREAT TIME TO celebrate birding in Maine—especially right now. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA), which passed in the U.S. in 1918. To honor the…
By Jessica Skwire Routhier FOR NEARLY TWO CENTURIES, artists in all media have flocked to Maine in the summer to take advantage of the picture-perfect days, the dazzling light and the matchless scenery. For nearly as long, those who are lucky enough to be here during this magical time, no matter where their home address,…
A farm to table dinner at Point Lookout THE SEA MIST was beginning to waft in as we drove from our forested cabin to the evening’s dinner. Along the way, friendly Point Lookout staff guided us at every turn until we reached the parking area where we left the car and boarded a shuttle to…
Text and Photos by Amy Paradysz STEVE KONSTANTINO, the 55-year-old founder and owner of Portland-based Performance Building Supply, considers himself a bit of a futurist technologies geek. Being ahead of the curve occasionally means he’s moved on to something else before the market catches onto what he’s selling—as was the case with heat pumps in…
There are all kinds of opportunities to learn about, connect with, and experience farming and gardening in Maine. Check out these fairs for inspiration. Find dates and details at www.mainefairs.org or www.getrealmaine.com. 2018 FAIRS June 2-3 Maine Fiber Frolic, Windsor June 30-July 4 Houlton Fair July 12-15 Ossipee Valley Fair, South Hiram July 20-22 Waterford World’s Fair July 26-29 Pittston Fair…
Buses will be bringing people to the 2017 Common Ground Fair from several locations around the state, sponsored by several Maine Adult Education programs, in a further effort to reduce carbon footprint and traffic load. Travel costs vary by distance; Fair admission price is $8 for bus riders (and free for all members). To sign…
We caught up with Jeff Edelstein, creator of Portland Greenfest to find out what all of the hubbub was about. The fourth annual Portland Greenfest takes place on Saturday, September 9th from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. in Portland’s Monument Square! The eco-fair features music, art, local food, kids’ activities, exhibits, workshops, and demonstrations. Jeff Edelstein is…
By Jessica Skwire Routhier CERAMICS BELONGS TO the “arts of the fire,” so called because, along with glass and metalsmithing, it requires heat and flame to turn raw materials into lasting and functional works of art. Transformation is key to understanding the ceramic arts—both in terms of how time-honored techniques can transform humble clay and…
Many southern to midcoast-area churches in Maine dish out a heap of food and hospitality at their down-home, public bean “suppahs.” But some churches hold other savory food events, such as turkey, roast beef and lobster suppers! The following list highlights many such public suppers, a number of which are held throughout the summer and…
By Tim King HERE IN MAINE, and around the world, it would be difficult to find an organization that is doing more—quite often with less than you might imagine—to resolve the severe shortage of safe, decent and affordable housing for people in need, than Habitat for Humanity. Genesis and the birth of a radical idea:…