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Authors Write about the Maine Experience

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Richard Russo

Richard Russo’s new book, A Healing Touch: True Stories of Life, Death, and Hospice, represents a departure for the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Empire Falls. This time he turns to non-fiction to win funds and attention for the... Read more »


Coastal architecture:
'At Home by the Sea' captures the finest

Award-winning photographer Brian Vanden Brink's unique view on coastal architecture and decor. Read more »


Make Way for Ducklings Maine Style

Boatyard Ducklings is reminiscent of the McCloskey classic, but the ducks make their home in a dinghy on the coast of Maine rather than in a city pond Read more »


Spring is here:
'Gardens Maine Style, Act II' Will Soon Follow

The sequel to the best-selling 'Gardens Maine Style' will be available by the time lilacs bloom in Maine gardens. Take a look. Read more »

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Why is Maine So Bookish?

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Ten Tips for Taking Great Maine Photographs

A published photographer shares his top secrets for snapping memorable pictures of Maine. Read more »

Down East Authors Take Five

Ten Tips for Taking Great Maine Photographs

A published photographer shares his top secrets for snapping memorable pictures of Maine. Read more »


Daydreams, Music, and Train Tracks

Train to Maine illustrator Rebecca Reed reveals her sources of inspiration. Read more »


Curtains Up!

Writer Rebecca Sawyer-Fay and photographer Lynn Karlin say it's still a thrill to discover new Maine gardens. Read more »


Five Fine Attributes of Stunning Seaside Homes

Maine's premier architectural photographer Brian Vanden Brink zooms in on common characteristics shared by uncommonly lovely homes. His new book, At Home By the Sea: Houses Designed for Living at the Water's Edge (written by Bruce Snider... Read more »


Do You Remember the First Time You Saw Sugarloaf?

Author John Christie shares memories of the mountain and asks you to do the same here. Read more »

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Sea Glass

Turning a walk along the beach into a voyage of discovery Read more »


Signs of The Times

Thomaston has taken it upon itself to reinvent the walking tour — and other towns are taking notice. Read more »


Where & Why:
West Quoddy Head Light

A Beacon for Heavy Shipping Traffic -- 200 Years Ago Read more »


Penobscot Marine Museum

Maine's oldest maritime museum consistently captivates visitors. Read more »


At Sea in Greater Portland

For people living in and around Portland, there's simply no getting away from Casco Bay. It wraps around Cape Elizabeth and the cities of Portland and South Portland like a protective mother, splashing onto their wharfs and rocks, reminding these... Read more »

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Home & Garden
Brushstrokes
Brushstrokes

Antique chair restoration. Read more »

Brushstrokes
Why Paint? Why Not!

Painted Treasures gives new color to vintage furniture. Read more »


Home & Garden
It's Not Too Late to Join a CSA

The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association explains the benefits of Community Supported Agriculture. Read more »


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Upcoming Events

11th Annual Hidden Treasures House & Garden Tour
07.19.2008 to 07.19.2008

Visit exceptional properties on this self-guided tour. Enjoy our traditional homemade cookies and lemonade will be served. Box lunches will be...

Antique Auto Days
07.19.2008 to 07.20.2008

Over 250 restored and running antique autos. Demonstrations and awards. Sunday parade through Boothbay Harbor at 1pm.

Antique Auto Days
07.19.2008 to 07.20.2009

Over 250 restored and running antique autos. Demonstrations and awards. Sunday parade through Boothbay Harbor at 1pm

Bowdoin International Music Festival
07.19.2008 to 07.19.2008

Six-week chamber music festival presenting more than 80 concerts of traditional and contemporary classical music by renowned professional musicians...

Cabinet of Curiosities: The Museum, Science Collections, and You
07.19.2008 to 07.19.2008

This exhibit, curated by the museum’s co-chief scientists, Paula Work and David Work, shows the many facets of the museum’s science...

Cindy Bullens concert
07.19.2008 to 07.19.2008

Grammy nominated Cindy Bullens performs as part of the 11th annual Music on the Hill concert series.

Downeast Family Picnic
07.19.2008 to 07.19.2008

Adventures at Huse summer schedule features a Downeast Family Picnic. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy family races and games, hat and pie-eating...

Frost Farm Gallery art exhibition
07.19.2008 to 07.19.2008

July 4 - July 26. Florals in watercolor, oil and pastel by Jo Northrop Thomas. Opening reception from 5-8 pm on Friday, July 4 at Frost Farm...

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