Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
Good morning, Portland.
Flyn is opening a new brick and mortar shop on Fore Street in Portland and is teaming with fashion designer Katie Rose Champlin on a new line of upcycled clothing + accessories.
Allagash Brewing Co. will open a new location in Scarborough this July at The Downs.
The Portland-based brewer said the space at 10 Market St. will feature house-made wine, cocktails and food from Bite Into Maine while it continues offering tasting room experiences and brewery tours in Portland.
On Friday evening, about 50 people gathered at Eastern Cemetery in Portland to listen to a public reading of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poem Paul Revere's Ride to mark the 250th anniversary of his historic ride; lanterns were lit statewide and church bells rang in South Portland and Gorham as part of the Let Freedom Ring event.
At Portland High School on Friday, the Portland Fire Department welcomed four new firefighters who completed a rigorous three-week academy.
The graduates will join the department on Sunday — staffing trucks, fire houses and ambulances.
A WGME report detailed several local breakfast spots that offer iconic Maine staples and fresh brunch options.
Lexi and Erik (The Maine Foodies) highlighted what makes each location unique.
Scenic Train Ride Experience
10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a beautiful 40-minute roundtrip train ride along Casco Bay with historical insights and picturesque views.
Boho Mommy & Me Mini Sessions
10 AM – 5 PM — The Beaux and Arrows Collective — Pricing based on session details — Capture the beauty of motherhood in a lush, boho-inspired setting with tailored portrait sessions.
Earth Day Guided Walk at Willow Brook Preserve
10 AM - 12 PM — Pond Cove Elementary School — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with a guided walk through the natural beauty of Willow Brook Preserve.
Thursday Coed Outdoor Kickball
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Payson Park — $950 team fee, $100 free agent fee — Join in the fun of a coed kickball league in the great outdoors.
Empire Improv Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Empire Comedy Club — $15 admission — Enjoy an evening of laughter with improv performances in a lively atmosphere.
Rick Glassman Live
7-8:30 p.m. — Empire Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of comedy with Rick Glassman, star of popular TV shows and podcasts.
Scenic Train Ride Along Casco Bay
10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — Ticket prices vary — Experience a picturesque 40-minute roundtrip train ride while immersing yourself in Maine's narrow gauge railroading history.
Scenic Train Ride Along Casco Bay
11 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — Check website for ticket price — Experience a scenic 40-minute train ride with stunning waterside views and insights into Maine's narrow gauge railroading history.
Boho Mommy & Me Mini Sessions
10-11 a.m. — The Beaux and Arrows Collective by Rebecca Pinkham-Stevenson — Pricing available upon inquiry — Capture the magic of motherhood in a boho-inspired photography session surrounded by vintage elegance.
Theatre Playmaking Squad: Deep Sea Adventures
3:45-5:15 p.m. — Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine — $225 per person — Dive into creativity with a submarine adventure while crafting original stories and characters.
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