Today • In Ellsworth, painter David Graeme Baker will talk about his work from 4 to 5 p.m. today at Courthouse Gallery Fine Art. Baker will review his career and discuss his recent body of work, which is currently on exhibition in the gallery. Baker made a name for himself in Pennsylvania, then moved with […]
Arts & Entertainment
Taste & Tell:Angelina’s does the chef’s grandmother proud
OGUNQUIT – Angelina’s Ristorante and Wine Bar sets a fast pace for fine Italian meals in Maine. We raised our glasses for a toast and set to appetizers with delight, then encountered entrees replete with vibrant lemon and capers and utterly fresh swordfish. Would dessert maintain the quality we’d enjoyed and repeat those pure flavors? […]
It’s been 33 years since Elvis fans were all shook up
The rock world was rocked by the death of the King, who would be 75 this year, and was to perform in Portland the very next day.
Scene & Heard Datebook
IF YOU’RE LOOKING to party, network or support a good cause this week, check out: TUESDAY • Cellardoor Winery Graceful Release Party, 5:30 to 9 p.m., Grace, Portland. Taste the latest Cellardoor wines, enjoy appetizers and desserts and check out Madgirl’s sculptural dresses. $25. [email protected] THURSDAY • Bayside Trail Opening Celebration, 4 to 6 p.m., […]
Signings, etc.
RYAN CLAYTOR RYAN CLAYTOR is best-known for his autobiographical comic book series titled “And Then One Day,” published as part of his Elephant Eater Comics. On Tuesday he’ll be at the Portland Public Library to talk about his work, self-publishing and comics in the college classroom. The event is presented in conjunction with Casablanca Comics. […]
Society Notebook:A new chapter
The Maine Writers and Publishers Alliance says farewell to one leader and welcomes another.
Arts Dispatches
KENNEBUNK Kennebunk River Club kicks off art show today The 55th annual art show at the Kennebunk River Club is set for today and Monday. The show is an opportunity for local artists to demonstrate their talents. For more than 50 years, artists from throughout southern Maine have displayed oils, acrylics, watercolors, sculptures and photographs […]
Book Review:Mainer’s third novel a beautifully written family saga
“Father of the Rain” is the story of a family turned dysfunctional by an alcoholic father.
‘Measure for Measure’ adds a Southern twist
The presentation, which opens Thursday, is part of Opera House Arts’ Shakespeare in Stonington series.
Bob Keyes:Where John Marin found his voice
John Marin, an artist who led America to abstraction, came to Maine for the first time in 1914.