Good morning, Portland.

New residents in Portland are making friends by joining social groups like the Runaways Run Club, which meets weekly for runs and drinks, and FriendCon, a board game community that will host its next event this weekend at the Woodfords Club.

Local newcomers have found that shared hobbies and organized meetups help break the ice and build lasting connections.

Oxford County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a domestic violence call in Hartford shortly before 5 p.m. Saturday after an 80-year-old man reported that his 51-year-old stepson Eric Newell had assaulted him, but when Newell approached the deputies with a knife the officers shot him and he died, and the deputies were placed on administrative leave pending an attorney general investigation.

The Oscar-winning documentary No Other Land will screen at noon Saturday at PMA Films in Portland, giving Mainers a chance to see the film even though it lacks U.S. distribution (tickets cost $10 for PMA members and $7 for students).

Comic Arts Maine Portland is hosting a free figure drawing workshop at the Portland Public Library for adults on Saturday.

Tim Boyce—one of the organizers—said the session will let comic artists practice dynamic posing while building community.

Maine lawmakers on the health committee are reviewing a bill today to stop requiring health care providers to report miscarriages before 20 weeks—officials and advocates testified that the current method is invasive, burdensome and yields inaccurate data.

The committee will decide on the measure as testimony highlighted concerns over patient privacy and the reliability of data reporting.

Maine sauna businesses are helping locals enjoy ancient heat and cold routines as operators from Washington Baths and Cedar Grove Sauna share clear guidance on hydration, timing, and dress codes—visitors are advised to verify specific rules before their visit.

Cooper Flagg led Duke to a 20-point win in the East Regional Final—he scored 16 points, grabbed 9 rebounds, and helped cut down the net as part of his Final Four journey.

His family from Newport will travel to San Antonio for his next game, where two more wins are needed for a national championship.

Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE

1:00 – 3:30 PM — Merrill Auditorium — $35 – $55 — Experience an interactive musical adventure with Red and friends as they embark on a quest for the legendary Song Stone.

Stereo Dreams

7:30-11 p.m. — The Apohadion Theater — $5-$15 — Experience live performances by Think Fish Tank, Soulstice, and Byron G.

Explore: Board Games In-Person

10:15-10:30 a.m. — Freeport Community Library — Free entry — Engage in a fun-filled session of board games in an after-school program designed for community enjoyment.

Yoga for Good

8-9 a.m. — Toad&Co. — $15 donation — Practice yoga for a good cause while supporting a local non-profit.

Jimmy Kenny and the Pirate Beach Band

8 p.m. — Aura — Ticketed event — Experience an electrifying performance with incredible music from the Jimmy Kenny Band.

IxDF Portland (Maine) April Design Meetup

1:30-3:30 p.m. — Definitive Brewing Company — Free entry — Engage in a creative design challenge while connecting with local designers.

Dementia Support Group

6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — The Atrium At the Cedars — Free entry — Attend a supportive gathering featuring insights from elder law attorney Tracy Nale Sewall.

Art in Bloom 2025

10 a.m.–8 p.m. — Portland Museum of Art — Free with admission — Experience a vibrant display of floral artistry inspired by the museum's collection.

International Building Code Transition Training

8:30 AM – 4:00 PM — Portland, Maine Elks Lodge #188 — In-person attendance only — Learn about the transition from the 2015 to the 2021 International Building Code with expert John Gibson.

Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt

2 PM – 12 AM — Custom House Parking Garage — Price per team — Engage in a fun scavenger hunt adventure combining puzzles and informative self-guided exploration.