Good morning, Portland.

Portland was named the top small U.S. city for food and drink by Food & Wine as its working waterfront & access to fresh seafood helped drive a culinary renaissance.

Chefs adapted to warming Gulf of Maine waters as local restaurants increasingly showcased locally sourced fare.

The State Theatre in downtown Portland was named as one of five national venues nominated for the Academy of Country Music’s Venue of the Year award on Monday & the winner will be announced in August during the 19th Academy Honors in Nashville.

Portland is hosting its 41st annual Mineral, Gem, and Jewelry Show + the largest event of its kind in southern Maine this Saturday at Brick South at Thompson’s Point.

The event is organized by the Maine Mineralogical and Geological Society.

Portland attorney David Soley grows vanilla orchids at his Freeport home and hand-pollinates each flower (using a toothpick) to create small-batch vanilla extract; his method involves carefully sweating and drying pods to bring out rich flavor.

Poland Community School partially reopened on Monday after a drywall inspection allowed classes to resume on the first floor following flood damage on the second floor.

Teachers converted a conference room into a classroom + welcomed students back.

Central Maine Power will expand its 10-week Union Trade Internship Program in 2026 for Maine high school students, doubling enrollment and adding schools in central and southern Maine.

The program will run from June to August and include classroom and field training at Farmingdale for students aged 16 and older.

Maine lawmakers passed the first school funding reform since 2005 that updates the state’s formula to include local poverty (and cost-of-living adjustments) in school finance.

Gov. Mills is set to sign the bill, which takes effect for the 2027-28 school year.

Dan Zarin has reviewed nearly 120 breakfast spots for The Bollard over 20 years, showcasing the evolving local breakfast scene.

Today he enjoyed a meal at Bread and Friends (his favorite spot) and noted that rising prices and new flavors continue to change how residents start their day.

Brandy Clark Concert

8-11 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets from $43 — Catch Brandy Clark live in concert at the beautiful State Theatre in Portland.

Film Screening of 'Unless Something Goes Terribly Wrong'

7-9:30 p.m. — South Portland High School — Free entry — Discover the challenges of maintaining aging wastewater systems in this captivating documentary with a Q&A featuring industry professionals.

Portland Earth Day Celebration

11 AM – 2 PM — Deering Oaks Park — Free entry — Celebrate nature and sustainability with local music, activities, and food options.

John Butler Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Last-minute ticket availability — Enjoy a lively performance from renowned artist John Butler at the iconic State Theatre.

Women’s MTB Workshop: Bike Setup

6-8 p.m. — Allspeed Cyclery & Snow — Pre-registration required — Discover mountain bike setup essentials and enhance your ride with fellow riders.

Celtic Woman: A New Era

7:30-9:00 p.m. — State Theatre — $75-$45 reserved seating — Experience the captivating blend of Irish music and culture as Celtic Woman returns with their all-new show.

Bloodshot Bill with Holly & Her Buddys

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Veterans of Foreign Wars — $20/$15 presale — Experience an electrifying rockabilly performance by Bloodshot Bill and local sensations Holly & Her Buddys.

Life Drawing in the Light

11:00 AM — Mechanics' Hall — Pay what you can — Enjoy a figure drawing session with live music and fresh coffee in a vibrant community setting.

Art Mondays at Ugly Duckling Maine

5-7 p.m. — Ugly Duckling Maine — Free entry — Experience a cozy creative meetup filled with art, music, and good energy.

40 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training

9 a.m. - 6 p.m. & 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — The Portland Yoga Project — $775 — Deepen your practice and teaching skills in an immersive Yin Yoga training experience.