The exhibit in the Lewis Gallery opened on Oct. 4 and was curated by a local Portland illustrator.
Sophie Burchell
Staff Writer
Sophie is a community reporter for Cumberland, Yarmouth, North Yarmouth and Falmouth and previously reported for the Forecaster. Her memories of briefly living on Mount Desert Island as a child drew her back to Maine to attend Bowdoin College, and back again to Portland after a year in Alaska. When she is not reporting, you can find Sophie rummaging through a thrift store or jumping in the ocean.
Construction begins on mountain bike park in Riverton
On Oct. 1, Maine Trail Builders broke ground on a bike track in Riverton Trolley Park as part of an effort by the Portland Parks Conservancy and the city of Portland to increase usage of the park.
Breastfeeding group grows community for new parents
After struggles during the COVID-19 pandemic, La Leche League of Portland is growing in strength.
Portland restaurants celebrate Maine Lobster Week with flair
From Sept. 22-29, 16 Portland restaurants served creative lobster specials to support the lobster industry during the shoulder season.
Portland Trails improves pedestrian safety with traffic-slowing modifications
With support from the Bicycle Coalition of Maine and two Portland neighborhood associations, Portland Trails installed paint and poles at six intersections to slow cars and increase their awareness of pedestrians and cyclists.
Animation Planet Film Festival animates community for local artists
On Saturday, the festival showcased 27 animated shorts by artists from Maine, Vermont and New Hampshire, with the goal connecting artists of all experience levels.
‘Street Play’ photos capture Munjoy Hill youth in the ’70s
Photographer Mark Rockwood reflects on both the Munjoy Hill neighborhood and on his life 50 years ago when he took the photos of children on the street.
Pirate band steers celebration of Talk Like a Pirate Day
The Portland-based band the Shank Painters performed sea shanties in Congress Square Park.
Visit Portland announces new shuttle for cruise ship tourists
The shuttle service will run between the Eastern Promenade and the Arts District, and is intended to bring ship passengers to more areas of the city.
Edible Institute visits Portland, talks sustainable seafood
The day-long event focused on sustainable aquaculture and fisheries. It was the first time the annual event came to Maine.