We sometimes forget that celebrities are real people. They have the same physical and emotional needs. They have the same responsibility to provide for their families and protect them from harm. And even though they’re adored and envied by millions, they often harbor a deep-seated desire to do something else with their lives. They are […]

Opening Friday: ‘John Carter,’ ‘A Thousand Words,’ ‘Silent House’ and ‘Pariah.’

In three events at Space on Saturday, the popular (and sometimes unpopular) author discusses what it is about words and the world that drives him wild.

• HOT TICKETS Music and Nightlife: Hear some Haggis on Friday ENTER THE HAGGIS is one of those bands where it’s a lot of fun to read how music critics categorize them. Usually it’s something like “indie/Scottish/folk/world music/ rock-fusion.” Come up with your own label after you see them in Portland on Friday. WHEN: 9 p.m. Friday […]

‘Footloose,’ ‘Immortals,’ ‘Jack and Jill,’ ‘Game of Thrones’

Top 10 for Portland store Feb. 27-March 4: 1. “Hugo” (DVD) 2. Gotye, “Making Mirrors” 3. “Justice League: Doom” (DVD) 4. “Puss in Boots” (DVD) 5. Adele, “21” 6. The Black Keys, “El Camino” 7. Lyle Lovett, “Release Me” 8. Leonard Cohen, “Old Ideas” 9. Jay Farrar, Will Johnson, Anders Parker and Yim Yames, “New […]

Maine Beer Co. introduced two new beers: One will be around for a while, and the other might not go on sale again.