Good morning, Portland.

Crews responded at 3:30 a.m. on Wednesday to a fire at two antique buses parked side-by-side on St. John Street, and the flames spread to a nearby building's exterior before damage was limited; the State Fire Marshal's Office is now investigating the cause.

Washington Baths in Portland is a Finnish-style sauna with hot and cold pools and a small restaurant that opened in 2021.

The plain concrete building by architect Kiel Moe shows a strong focus on modern design—drawing on Finnish tradition to offer a unique bathhouse experience.

Hearts of Pine will cover half the cost of a Hearts-themed tattoo at Dark Harbor Tattoo on Saturday—supporters have already sold out the event to show their lasting loyalty to the club.

The Scarborough committee voted to delay changes to the Animal Control Ordinance and beach leash laws until December.

Councilors said the delay will give park rangers time to gather summer dog data and allow the community survey results to guide future decisions.

The Maine Legislature advanced a bill that will require grocery stores and college cafeterias to donate unused food or compost it while supporters urge Governor Janet Mills to sign it.

If signed, the law will join similar measures in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Vermont and Rhode Island to reduce food waste.

Maine is one of 27 states and Washington, D.C. suing 23andMe after the company said it would sell genetic data to a third party, saying the sale might put customer privacy in danger—attorneys general are asking a judge to decide that customers own their own data.

Wine Sail in Casco Bay

3:15-5:15 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $150 — Indulge in five exquisite white wines while sailing through the stunning Casco Bay.

Visit the CREA Ecology Center – Open Sundays

12-2 p.m. — Highland Green — Free entry — Explore nature at the CREA Ecology Center within the scenic Cathance River Nature Preserve.

Community Bingo Event

10 AM – 3 PM — Portland, Maine Elks Lodge #188 — Cards for sale — Enjoy a lively day of Bingo with lunch options and prizes in a friendly local atmosphere.

Bess Jacques & The Strays Live Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — Blue Portland Maine — Ticket prices may vary — Enjoy an eclectic mix of originals and standards from jazz to Americana and beyond.

Old Port Seafood Lovers Walking Lunch Tour

3:00-5:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Price includes lunch and drinks — Savor Maine's seafood culture with tasty lobster rolls and chowder while learning about the local industry.

Summer Reading Book Club with Dog Man

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Books-A-Million — Free entry — Celebrate reading with games, activities, and meet Dog Man for a photo op!

Sleep Theory Concert

6:00 – 8:30 PM — State Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic rock sounds of Sleep Theory, featuring powerhouse vocalist Cullen Moore.

PMP Certification Training in Portland, ME

Jun 24-27, 9 AM-5 PM — Portland, ME — Pricing varies — Enhance your project management skills with 32 hours of interactive training including e-learning access and real-world case studies.

Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour

1:30-2:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland — Ticket required — Experience Portland’s coastal beauty and historic charm aboard a classic fire engine tour.

Palace Playland Fireworks

9:45 p.m. — Palace Playland — Free show — Enjoy a spectacular fireworks display on the beach at Old Orchard Beach.