The educational philosophy that espouses learning without the traditional teacher-student model is the jumping-off point for this new middle-grade novel.
2015
Posted inArts & Entertainment
At SPACE, realism is super-sized for an off-the-screen experience
Two life-sized exhibitions present a study in subjectivity for modern times.
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Posted inLife & Culture
Society Notebook: 40 years of people empowerment in Portland
Preble Street marks four decades of ‘kindness, justice and fairness’ in fighting poverty and homelessness.
Posted inSource
Chewonki celebrates its 100th birthday, looks to the future
The summer camp turned environmental leader feeds itself, heats itself and treads lightly on the land – all while showing campers a really good time.
Posted inFood, Source, The Farm-to-Table Family
On pilgrimage to Oregon, columnist reflects on eating there vs. here
Laura McCandlish returns to her former home in Oregon and gorges on favorie Pacific Northwest foods.
Posted inHomegrown, Source
Homegrown: A durable wallet made from sailcloth
The updated classic for active fathers (and other folks) was created on Peaks Island and is still made in Maine.
Posted inMeet, Source
Meet Amanda Devine, who takes care of 10 Maine islands
It took persistence to get the job and stamina to do it well.
Posted inMaine Gardener, Source
Maine Gardener: Think you have no time for a garden? Think again
A low-maintenance landscape is possible with a little planning and the right plants.
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Leg Work: Over the bridge and through the city, bikers like the commute
In Portland, not quite 2 percent of residents bike to work, but two who do save money and find connection.