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Portland
Monday, February 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Jan Abernathie, a 96-year-old horticulturist at Wonder Gardens, has spent over five decades caring for plants and continues working today; he began his career as a child in Illinois and earned his colleagues’ respect + his passion remains unwavering. WMTW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Maine native Amy Allen won her second consecutive songwriter of the year Grammy on Sunday in Los Angeles + she thanked her family and team for her win. Portland Press Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The U.S.-Ireland Alliance is removing former state Sen. George Mitchell’s name from its scholarship program after DOJ documents linked to Epstein were released Friday. The board voted unanimously Sunday (the program is currently paused as they seek endowment funding) and will choose a new name soon. Portland Press Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wabanaki Public Health and Wellness trained 30 doulas to support families as birthing centers closed statewide. The training, mostly attended by Indigenous participants and partly funded by a $385,000 state grant (with reimbursement discussions slated for 2027), will integrate cultural care into Maine's maternal health services. Portland Press Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Adirondack Thunder beat the Maine Mariners 6-3 on Sunday in Glens Falls, New York. The Thunder took two of three games in the series while Tyson Fawcett scored twice and Jacob Hudson added two goals for the Mariners. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Local snowmobilers enjoy good winter conditions (with many trails available) but must follow safety tips. Mark Chinnock of the Maine Snowmobile Association advises checking equipment, watching speed, and reviewing trail conditions; the group also runs school safety lessons and offers free trail-side checks. WMTW
- ➤ The Westchester Knicks snapped a three-game losing streak on Sunday afternoon at the Portland Expo with a 16-0 third-quarter run to win 117-110 over the Maine Celtics. Bryson Warren scored 28 and Ron Harper Jr. tallied 31 points for Maine. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Historic images from the Patriots' 2002 Super Bowl win at the Louisiana Superdome were captured during a celebratory parade in Monument Square + they are being showcased ahead of Sunday's Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara. Portland Press Herald
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Book Launch: Emily Nemens' CLUTCH
7-8 p.m. — Mechanics' Hall — Ticketed event — Celebrate the launch of CLUTCH with author Emily Nemens and a conversation with Nick Fuller Googins.
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An Evening of Middle Eastern Music and Dance
7-8:30 p.m. — Cadenza — Free entry — Enjoy a captivating blend of Middle Eastern music and dance performed by talented ensembles and artists.
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Kouchera In Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Hill Arts — Cost info not provided — Experience a vibrant R&B journey from the 70s to the 2000s with high-energy performances and soulful rhythms.
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Curtain Call Discussion – LEND ME A TENOR
4:15 p.m. — Portland Stage — Free entry — Engage with performers in a lively discussion about the production's creative process and themes.
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Writer as Flaneur: Braided Essay Workshop
6-9 p.m. — Mechanics' Hall — $275 Members/$475 Nonmembers — Explore the art of the braided essay while embracing the wandering spirit of the flaneur.
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Valentine's Day Dinner at Earth
4-6 p.m. — Earth at Hidden Pond — $115++ per person — Experience a romantic prix fixe menu with seasonal ingredients in a charming setting.
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Jeff Dunham Live in Portland
7-9 p.m. — Cross Insurance Arena — Ticket purchase required — Experience the hilarious antics of world-renowned comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham.
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Groovin' Your Heart Out: Valentine's Dance Night
7-10 p.m. — Woodfords Club — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of live R&B music and learn Rhumba on Valentine's Night!
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Turkish Lamp Mosaic Workshop
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Best Western Merry Manor Inn — Book Now on Eventbrite — Explore the art of Turkish mosaic lamps while enjoying Turkish tea and treats.
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Sunny Jain's Wild Wild East
7-10 p.m. — One Longfellow Square — Ticketed event — Experience a raucous and electrifying performance by Sunny Jain of Red Baraat fame.
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