September 27, 2011
Maine Marathon Race
Are you a runner? Come down and watch or participate in this years Maine Marathon Race. The marathon will take place on Sunday October 2. The race will kick off at 7:45am at Baxter Boulevard in Portland. There will be an early start time at 6am. Early start participants are not eligible for awards. Interested? but not exactly a marathon runner? Why not take part in the half marathon? There is some serious prize money available in you are a serious runner. The first male and female to finish the marathon will be awarded 500$, the second place male and female will be awarded 250$, third place male and female will be awarded 100$. If you’re really looking to boost your wallet you might want to start training now. The first male to finish under 2:25 will receive 1,000$. The first female to finish under 2:38 will also receive 1,000$. Again not a marathon runner? Don’t worry half marathon runners can also make their wallet fatter, if they’re motivated enough. The first place male and female of the half marathon will be awarded 200$. The second place male and female will receive 100$, and the third place male and female will receive 50$ each. If you’re running the half marathon and are the first to complete it under 1:07 for males, and 1:17 for females you will receive a 500$ bonus. The Maine marathon and half marathon may seem like a perfect way to enhance your wallet if you’re a runner but it also contributes to many different charities. Over the years millions have been raised to different charities. For a list click here. So If you want to do a little running for a great cause and to benefit your self in more way than one sign up today!
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September 26, 2011
Red Cloak Haunted History Tours
Are you a history buff? Or just looking to be scared? Why not try The Red Cloak Haunted History Tours. Tours will be conducted in Wiscasset, Camden, Boothbay Harbour, Damariscotta and Bath. So why not take a couple trips and experience them all! Cameras, even cell phone cameras are encouraged on the tour. There have been plenty of times where people on tour have taken pictures and unexplainable images have been shown. Strange mists, light orbs, even bolts of light have been know to show up on pictures. Tours take approximately 90 minutes to complete and are designed so that people of all ages will be able to take part. They will be lead through back streets where you will be told about local hauntings and the real history behind them. Every tour is different because every location has a different eerie history. Tours are led by The Lady In The Red Cloak. Tour times depend on location and day to view a schedule of tour times click here. Tours are by reservation only, to control group size and to help make sure that the tour is enjoyable for everyone.
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September 24, 2011
Fall Foliage is here
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Unfortunately summer is ending here in southern Maine. The upside to the hot beach weather moving south is that the cool fall weather is moving in. So unpack those comfy sweaters and scarfs and get ready to enjoy one of the most beautiful seasons in Maine.
The leaf bearing trees are full and lush, and the color changing is going to be vibrant and beautiful.
A great way to enjoy the fall foliage is to travel the state by bus or train. There are many different options for you to sit back, relax and enjoy the beauty of Maine. To find a tour that’s right for you visit any of these web sites:
http://www.etravelmaine.com/activities/maine_fall_foliage_touring.htm
http://www.yankeefoliage.com/drives/maine
http://www.chiff.com/travel/maine-foliage.htm
September 20, 2011
The Common Ground Country Fair
Love organic Maine grown food? Come to The Common Ground Country Fair held in Unity and have all that you want! The fair will be kicking off Friday September 23 and will run until Sunday September 25. Gates open at 9am all three days! Admission for the fair will be 10$ daily for adults (ages 13 to 64), 8$ for elders, children and handicapped citizens will have free admission. School groups are free on Friday. There are a couple ways to gain discounted admission to the fair. If you take the train from Unity or Thorndike you will receive 2$ off your admission. If you choose to ride your bike to the fair you will also receive 2$ off your admission. If you want to volunteer for a four hour shift at the fair your admission will be free. If you are a member of Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) admission is free to you all weekend. Tickets can be purchased at the gate or ahead of time at many different stores state wide. There will be tons of activities going on every day of the fair. Such activities will include horse drawn rides, Cows on parade, a garden parade and even a class on repairing knitted items. There will be tons or demos and classes. There will be bicycle demos, solar energy demos, even a cider making demo. For a complete list of fair activities click here. If you’re looking for a great family event that is educational The Common Ground Country Fair is the perfect event! Don’t for get to take one of the trains for discounted admission!
Love traveling for family events? Why not come down to Festiva Adventure Club located at 190 Riverside St in Portland. View a quick 120 minute presentation and learn how much Festiva can save you and your family on vacations. Festiva Adventure Club has been around for over 10 years and has the experience you can trust to have the best family vacations. Call 1(888)695-0200 today to set up a reservation!
September 19, 2011
Punkinfiddle
Love family, fun and friends? Bring them all down to the 9th annual Punkinfiddle! Punkinfiddle will take place on Saturday September 24 and will kick off at 10am and run untill 4pm. Punkinhead will is relatively cheap at 15$v per car load and only 10$ per carload if you are a Landholm member. So if you want the best value, take one car a pile the kids in! This is truly a family fun event. There will be games and contests running all day long for people of all ages. Are you a fan of traditional arts and crafts? Perfect come on down and see everything from basket making to butter churning and even broom making! An exciting addition to this year’s Punkinfiddle will be a black smith! Some fun kid activities will include games and crafts such as pumpkin decorating and face painting. If you have little, little ones then they might enjoy heading to the library to hear stories and watch a puppet show. There will also be a scavenger hunt that everyone is welcome to attend.
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September 14, 2011
Oneida Concert at SPACE gallery
COME SEE ONEIDA IN CONCERT THIS SATURDAY!
Buy tickets here or at all Bull Moose locations.
Prolific and eclectic, Oneida resists easy classification. The Brooklyn psych-rockers draw from minimalism and kraut-rock, restlessly and relentlessly exploring rhythms, repetitions and textures, making heavy use of percussion, analog equipment, hypnotic loops of driving sound.
Champions of under-recognized awesomeness (they founded Brah! Records – an imprint of Jagjaguwar – to promote artists they believe in), Oneida do not shy away from sonic adventures, as their legendary live sets attest.
In September 2007 the group celebrated 10 years of existence with a concert at the P.S. 1 Contemporary Art Center in NYC.
In June 2008, it was announced that the band would be releasing a triptych of new records, referred to as the “Thank Your Parents” series. The first of these was Preteen Weaponry, which was released in August 2008, and the second was a triple album, Rated O, released in July 2009. The final release, the experimental Absolute II, followed in 2011.
The band have been chosen to perform their third extended ‘Ocropolis’ set at the ATP I’ll Be Your Mirror festival curated by ATP & Portishead in September 2011 in Asbury Park, New Jersey; so this is a BIG treat, them coming to SPACE gallery.
Company joins the evening, bringing an authoritative and deep take on folk, punk, and country traditions in their stellar songs. This show is doubling as SPACE Gallery co-founder Jon Courtney’s big 40th birthday bash, so come make it extra-memorable for the guy!
Saturday 09.17.2011, Doors at 8:30 PM, Starts at 9:00 PM, $10, 18+
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Portland. View a quick 120 minute presentation and learn how much Festiva can save you on vacations and events. Festiva has been around for over 10 years and has the experience you can trust. Call 1(888)695-0200 to set up a reservation today!
September 13, 2011
Catie Curtis
Are you in love with Catie Curtis? Come see her preform live at One Longfellow Square! She will be taking the stage Saturday September 17 at 8pm. Don’t know Catie Curtis? I bet you’ve heard her on some of you favorite TV shows. Her music has been featured on popular shows such as Greys Anatomy, Dawson’s Creek, Felicity, Alias, and Chicago Hope. Catie is an award winning performer. She beat over 15,000 entries from over 82 countries to win the International Songwriting Competition! Curtis has toured all over the Unites States and all over Europe. Catie is not just another great musician, she’s a great musician who gives back. In 2008 Catie started “Aspire to Inspire” which helps give away musical instruments to underprivileged children. Catie has preformed many awesome events such as the Human Rights Campaign’s Official Obama Inaugural Ball. Blurt Magazine even called 2008 The Year of Catie Curtis. So If you want to come down to see a better than great performance come down on Saturday to see Catie Curtis live!
Love fun events? While you’re in Portland to see Catie Curtis why not swing by Festiva Adventure Club. Festiva is located at 190 Riverside St. View a quick 120 minute presentation and learn how much Festiva has to offer and how much you can save! Call 1-888-695-0200 today to set up a reservation!
September 12, 2011
New Portland Lions Fair
Love fun and entertaining events? Looking for something the kids will enjoy to? Come down to the New Portland Lions Fair. The Fair will be held on route 146 in north New Portland. The Maine Craft Festival will also be taking place at the same time. The lions fair and craft festival will both kick off Friday September 16th and run through Sunday the 18th. The Lions Fair will feature tons of fun and loads of food. Like watching the power pulls? The Lions fair will have you covered with events such as horse pulls, tractor pulls, truck pulls, and even ATV pulls. Like more of the animals? There will be lots and lots to check out including a petting zoo! Hoping there will be rides? Of course there will be! The midway will be open during the entire course of the fair! Are you more into entertainment that wont jumble you around? Well your in luck too! Come watch the rotating schedule of entertainment planned for the main stage. You could always just walk around and watch any of the smaller shows going on all weekend including a lumberjack show. The fair will even include Fireworks! If you like arts and crafts, don’t forget that the craft fair is going on at the same time at the same place and stop by! Admission is reasonably priced at 4$ per person, or 12$ per family which includes 2 adults and any kids under the age of 18. Unlimited ride bracelets will be for sale for 14$.
Love hitting the road and going to fun events. Why not head down to Festiva Adventure Club located at 190 Riverside St in Portland. View a quick 120 minute presentation and find out just how much Festiva can save you and your family on your vacations. Festiva Adventure Club has been around for over 10 years and has the experience you know you can trust in. Call 1(888)695-0200 to set up a reservation today!
September 11, 2011
Today is the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure!
The Susan G. Komen Race for theCure® Series, the largest series of 5K runs/fitness walks in the world, raises significant funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer, celebrates breast cancer survivorship and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease.
Since its inception in 1983, the Komen Race for the Cure series has grown from one local Race with 800 participants to a global series of more than 120 Races with more than 1 million people expected to participate in 2011.
The Komen Race for the Cure is a unique event, designed and implemented to promote positive awareness, education and early detection of breast cancer. It has proved to be an enormously effective way to reach many women and men with the message that breast cancer is not necessarily fatal if mammography and breast self-exam become routine. As well as being a road race for runners, the Komen Race for the Cure is an emotionally charged event that attracts many first timers and recreational runners. The Komen Race for the Cure is an opportunity for thousands of women, men and their families, running or walking, to spread the breast cancer message within their communities.
Up to 75 percent of the funds raised at the Race remain here in the Komen Maine Affiliate to provide breast health research, diagnostics, screening, treatment, services and education for uninsured or underinsured women. The remaining 25 percent goes to fund national research to discover the causes of breast cancer and, ultimately, its cures.
Why the participants need your support:
Every step counts! Your donation provides women and men in the Komen Maine Affiliate with services that have literally saved lives. You help make the following programs possible:
- Free mammograms and diagnostics
- Medical treatment for qualified breast cancer patients who cannot afford care, including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation
- Support services including support groups, assistance with finding financial resources, prescription refills and transportation to medical appointments
- Education about the warning signs of breast cancer, methods of early detection and the latest treatment options
- Cutting edge research to find a cure for breast cancer
For more information click HERE or call (207) 262-7117. Location will be Payson Park, Portland, ME.
September 10, 2011
Stockhouse Restaurant and Sports Pub
Football season is upon us and if anything, it brings the family together. A fantastic place to go out and enjoy the game is the Stockhouse Restaurant & Sports Pub right on Main Street in Westbrook. There are TVs everywhere you look, as well as a bar and a game room. There are tables scattered throughout the large dining area, including outside on an expansive deck, where you and your family can enjoy the game and the food together. Buffalo Wild Wings watch out! Stockhouse is some serious competition.
The food is also great for the price with generous proportions. Choose anything from sandwiches to salads to burgers and of course, dessert. The options are fantastic for a sports bar and you will not be leaving the Stockhouse with an empty stomach.
Feel free to check out what the Stockhouse has to offer at http://www.thestockhouserestaurant.com!
And since you will be in the area, you should come into Festiva Adventure Club at our Portland location at 190 Riverside Street to learn about how you can vacation with your family at nicer places for the price you pay already. You will receive some free gifts as a thank you for sitting through one of our 120 minute presentations!
