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Along with a panoramic view of Portland, comfy seating is a highlight of the renovated bar atop the Westin hotel.

The superlative Czech-style beer at this Biddeford brewery meets its match in the kitchen's simple but spot-on versions of satisfying pub standards.

See The Mallett Brothers Band at the State Theatre on Saturday.

You can also see 'Bella, An Immigrant's Tale' in Bar Mills.

Documentary 'The Janes' is playing for free next week at Space.

There are tons of opportunities to hear all sorts of holiday music, from big band to hip-hop.

Grab tickets to see Kat Wright with GoldenOak in Portland on Dec. 2.

The Japanese art film is playing at Space next week.

The regional chain with a retro vibe opened a Portland location last month.

Louis Louis Preble, a collaboration between Fore River Brewing and Cafe Louis, pairs well with a variety of foods.

Hear all the hits from Foreigners Journey in Portland on Saturday.

Grab tickets to see Paul Sullivan's holiday concert in Boothbay Harbor on Dec. 3.

The small Portland stage overflows with joy in this production of the classic musical, set on the Maine coast.

You can also see the Mad Horse production of 'Straight White Men.'

Letters to Cleo reunites for a string of dates, including in Portland.

You'll hear Williams' 'Zodiac Suite' featuring guest pianist Chris Patishall.

Jones Landing is under new ownership and serving sit-down meals, including brunch, year-round.

The Canopy Hotel, home of Luna on its roof, has added a second bar with a well-crafted cocktail menu on its ground floor.

The short film tells the story of two siblings who return to a summer cabin in Maine where they were abused by their father.

More Maine restaurants are offering creative outdoor dining options this winter, including places in Portland, the Midcoast and the Kennebunks.

See Americana duo Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams in Portland.

Plus, more places to hike, cross-country ski and snowshoe if you have your own equipment.

Enjoy food and drinks in the glow of flames at these southern Maine restaurants.

Certain spices and spirits can give hot drinks an extra kick, and make them tastier too.

You can get rejuvenated on a whim at Washington Baths in Portland, or book one of these more intensive treatments offered around southern Maine.

Golf simulators, ax-throwing pits, rock gyms and trampoline parks offer ways to expend energy inside during winter.

Vegetarian gravy and the addition of jalapeños are among the acceptable tweaks to the classic comfort food that you can find on menus in Maine.

Lights, parades and seasonal festivities make these places shine even brighter this time of year.

From holiday displays to ice dancing and winter festivals, the season is full of fun to be had, if you're willing to get out.

See magician and mentalist Kent Axell in Saco on Sunday.

The Portland-based musician plays acoustic and electric guitar on his new album, 'Cherry Valley Waltz.'

Hear Novel Jazz Septet play songs from Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn in Portland.

Free offerings in November and December include museums, exhibits, classical music concerts, a sing-along and weekly s'mores nights.

A look at which Maine beers go well with the comfort foods of the season and which don't.

Filipino cuisine is on the verge of a moment across America, and a new market in South Portland lets you explore it.

Four friends in Maine liken their lively and encyclopedic explorations in 'Speak All Evil' to conversations they'd have at a pub.

The tune is the latest from the Portland singer.

See outlaw country band Sarah Shook & the Disarmers in Portland.

The live show runs through Nov. 20 and also will be available online.

The second season of the true crime series, produced by South Portland's Lone Wolf Media, came out last week.

See Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue at Portland's State Theatre.

The story of how the sculpture came together, and Stephanie Rayner’s own journey as an artist, goes back a ways.

There are tons of them happening from now through December, and many offer food and other forms of fun.

See the Portland band live at Space on Nov. 11.

The Topsham pub serves burgers, pizzas and more, to eat there or at home.