“Plaster and Poison” is the third book by Jennie Bentley in a series the author tags as “Do-It-Yourself Home Renovation Mysteries.” Her book is set in Down East Maine, where heroine Avery Baker brings murderers to justice while fixing up an old house. If you’re a dedicated Maine mystery reader who finds the above familiar-sounding […]

IF YOU’RE LOOKING to party, network or support a good cause this week, check out:  TUESDAY MAINE INNOVATION ECONOMY SUMMIT, 3 p.m., USM’s Abromson Community Center, Portland. Network with others after the keynote and before the gubernatorial candidates forum. $25. 780-5960.  FRIDAY BIDS FOR KIDS AUCTION, 5:30 p.m., Holiday Inn by the Bay, Portland. Enjoy […]

Reviewing a particularly well-performed children’s concert like that of the USM Youth Ensembles a little while ago puts a reviewer on the horns of a dilemma. On the one hand, the musicians deserve praise for the hard work, talent and musical sensitivity that has produced such excellent results. On the other hand, he or she […]

ROCKLAND Farnsworth museum catalog wins illustrated book award The Farnsworth Art Museum has won an award for its exhibition catalog “Robert Indiana and the Star of Hope.” The catalog was chosen as a winner in the illustrated book category in the 53rd annual New England Book Show. Farnsworth art director Mary Margaret Sesak designed “Robert […]

James Gavin, author of “Stormy Weather: The Life of Lena Horne,” is celebrating the release of his book in paperback with a performance event honoring the iconic singer. Today in Camden, he provides narration while vocalists Rebecca Parris and Paula West sing Horne’s hits. Following the performance, Gavin will sign copies of his book at […]