We pored over Maine’s newspaper archives for a casual look at how Mainers from other times celebrated the holiday, and most especially what they were eating.
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Squeeze in a barn supper before the season turns
A farm-to-table dinner in a barn on a farm is a magical experience, and it’s not too late to enjoy one this year.
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Midcoast artists designing a 32-foot mural for D.C.-area restaurant chain
Midcoast artists and friends have been working on their latest mural in Wiscasset.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
How Jeremy Frey changed the way the art world sees Wabanaki basketmaking
The Maine artist’s solo show at the Portland Museum of Art – the first of its kind – represents a new perception of the art form.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Things to Do
Topsham couple’s Bates Dance Festival performance is inspired by kabuki, punk rock and their 7-year-old
See Aretha Aoki and Ryan MacDonald’s ‘IzumonookunI’ in Lewiston this week.
Posted inAndroscoggin County
Moxie Festival to return with a performance by ‘American Idol’ sensation Julia Gagnon and the longest Moxie Day Parade ever
The festival will be held July 12-14 and will feature a Moxie recipe contest, a Moxie chugging contest, a car show, a whoopie pie eating contest and more.
Posted inGuides, Things to Do
Here are 8 things to do with kids during summer vacation in Maine
Things to do for kids and families range from amusement parks and drive-in movies to day trips to museums or natural wonders.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
‘American Idol’ star Julia Gagnon to pursue a career in music, starting with a Maine tour
The 22-year-old singer from Cumberland will perform at the Moxie Festival and 15 or more other Maine venues this summer. She also hopes to record a new song about Maine.
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What to expect at these 6 Maine outdoor music festivals
They’re starting up this weekend, with the Sandy River Music Festival in Farmington.
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Maine theaters are seeing strong interest in this summer’s shows
Early-season tickets sales have Oqunquit Playhouse and Maine State Music Theatre optimistic. Here’s what’s on the lineup at those stages and more.