Daily editionSunday, April 20th, 2025
Good morning, Portland.
The Daily Portland Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of April.
Community
At Payson Park on Saturday, local children rushed to collect roughly 7,000 plastic eggs spread on a soccer field by Ocean Avenue at the annual Egg Scramble—part of an Earth Day celebration that also featured gardening demos, e-bike shows, and food trucks on nearby fields.
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Culture
Portland now hosts the Pine State Expo at the Holiday Inn By the Bay where people dress as superheroes and cartoon characters and meet celebrities from shows like Spongebob and The Walking Dead.
Today is the final day to join video game contests and costume-making activities + the event offers a unique creative experience for visitors.
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Lifestyle
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy celebrates its 100th anniversary this year and encourages local hikers to explore 281 miles of trail in Maine — offering options like an 8-mile round-trip from Height of Land on Route 17 and an 11-mile journey from Katahdin Stream Campground.
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Sports
On April 19, several high school lacrosse teams played in games that highlighted strong teamwork—Cape Elizabeth edged South Portland 7 to 6 in overtime with Beckett Melhorn scoring four goals while York secured a 14 to 5 win over Deering.
Other contests featured early scoring and key plays that drove competitive action throughout the day.
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Portland Events
Boho Mommy & Me Mini Sessions
Monday, April 21st, 2025 · 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.
PMP Certification Classroom Training
Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025 · 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Portland, ME — Early Bird pricing available — Comprehensive 4-day training for aspiring project managers to prepare for CAPM certification.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly Weekly Meeting
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 · 5:15-6:15 p.m. — Westbrook Community Center — Free entry — Weekly weight loss support group focused on community and accountability.
Empire Improv Show
Thursday, April 24th, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Empire Comedy Club — $15 admission — Enjoy an evening of laughter with improv performances in a lively atmosphere.
Latin Night Celebration with PM Salsa
Friday, April 25th, 2025 · 7 PM - 12 AM — Blue Portland Maine — Introductory salsa lesson included — Dance the night away with salsa and bachata beats from DJ Avel.
Scenic Train Ride Along Casco Bay
Saturday, April 26th, 2025 · 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
Sunday, April 27th, 2025 · 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
Monday, April 28th, 2025 · 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
Tuesday, April 29th, 2025 · 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.
Trivia Night at Brickyard Hollow
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025 · 6-8 p.m. — Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge with fun trivia every Wednesday evening.