society notebook

Published
May 8, 2022

Society Notebook: Portland Ovations throws a multicultural party

The arts organization's first in-person fundraiser since the start of the pandemic featured dance, music and food from around the world.
Published
May 1, 2022

Society Notebook: Women in coffee from around the world converge in Portland

Coffee By Design hosted members of the International Women's Coffee Alliance last month.
Published
April 24, 2022

Society Notebook: Indigo Arts Alliance celebrates creative and cultural connections

The party at One Longfellow Square served as a fundraiser for the nonprofit's residency program for artists of color from around the world.
Published
April 17, 2022

Society Notebook: All-ages art show returns to Engine

An opening reception for 'Rumpus' was held on April 1 in Biddeford.
Published
April 10, 2022

Society Notebook: Film screening celebrates two Lewiston residents’ French connection

Hosted by Alliance Francaise du Maine, the event featured the stars of a documentary about two Mainers with different backgrounds but a shared language.
Published
April 3, 2022

Society Notebook: Portland Conservatory welcomes community into its new home

The music school held its first major fundraiser since relocating from Woodford Street to the West End.
Published
March 27, 2022

Society Notebook: Compelled to support Ukraine, concertgoers take in country’s culture

Portland venue Aura organized the fundraiser, featuring music and food from Ukraine.
Published
March 20, 2022

Society Notebook: SailMaine winds up for fundraising regatta

The nonprofit held a kickoff event March 3 to generate interest in the new annual tradition.
Published
March 13, 2022

Society Notebook: Bark is bigger than frostbite for animal lovers at Elsmere

The Portland restaurant raised $1,000 for the Animal Refuge League at the outdoor benefit.
Published
March 6, 2022

Society Notebook: Fire & Ice Gala kicks off Carnaval ME

The Feb. 17 event was a fundraiser for WinterKids.