Arts & Entertainment

Take Heart: A Conversation in Poetry

by Edited and Introduced Wesley McNair, Maine Poet Laureate February 5, 2012

The late Philip Booth of Castine had his own way with free verse, creating his music from the repetition of words and their placement on the page. Today’s poem, about the realities of old age, provides a striking example. Old By Phillip Booth Old, the old know cause to be bitter: they’ve seen their […]

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Snapshots: Ice bars, wine tastings and ‘Urbanized’

February 5, 2012

The following photos were taken at these events: • AIGA “Urbanized” pre-show reception on Jan. 24 • Portland Harbor Hotel Ice Bar on Jan. 26 • Casco Bay Sunrise Rotary’s Beer & Wine Tasting on Feb. 1

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Dine Out Maine: Revamped Frontier boasts creative food, stylish atmosphere

by NANCY HEISER February 5, 2012

If you haven’t been to Frontier in a while, you may be taken aback when you walk in.

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Society Notebook: Veni, Vidi Vino

by Avery Yale Kamila February 5, 2012

At Toast on the Coast, partygoers raise their glasses to sample some 145 different wines – and raise nearly $25,000 for Easter Seals Maine.

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Audience Calendar

February 5, 2012

All of the upcoming events in the Maine Sunday Telegram’s coverage area.

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Bob Keyes: Persistence pays off big for Space

February 5, 2012

At a time when arts groups across the country are reducing programming and cutting costs, Space Gallery is in a growth mode. The alternative arts space in downtown Portland has doubled its budget in five years to $500,000. Last year, it presented more than 220 events and expanded its footprint by busting through next door […]