Good morning, Portland.

This week, Maine hosts events including a Maine Literary Award-winning author reading in Portland on Thursday at 7 p.m., the multi-day Ossipee Fair in Hiram, a live art opening at UNE Art Gallery on Friday, plus the Moxie Festival in Lisbon and an air show in Brunswick for local fun.

Vintage photos show Palace Playland on Old Orchard Beach in the 1960s and 1970s, capturing the amusement park's rides and fun moments.

Local archives display these images to celebrate the park's lasting charm in our community.

Bath-based singer-songwriter Max Garcia Conover will debut at Newport Folk Festival on July 24 on the Harbor Stage with collaborator Haley Heynderickx (accompanied by percussionist Sahil Ansari, drummer Dan Rossi, and bassist Dan Pappalardo) as they build on the success of their album What of Our Nature.

A Maine couple intervened on Saturday, June 20 by placing their truck between a chasing bear and a moose calf in Telos Township.

The couple then confirmed the calf + mother had reunited before continuing on their fishing trip.

Keeper Charters (a Saco fishing guide) shared photos of a seal pup riding a boogie board near Stratton Island off Old Orchard Beach, as customers spotted the playful animal on Facebook.

The House Appropriations Committee advanced a funding bill to maintain $246.5M for tobacco prevention and cessation, and officials urge Sen. Collins to support the level as the Senate works on the legislation + this investment will help reduce future healthcare costs.

Eli Spaulding will try to win his third Maine Amateur championship at Sanford Country Club from Tuesday through Thursday — he comes off a win in Philadelphia and faces a strong field.

A Brief History of Chasing Storms

7-8:30 p.m. — SPACE — All ages — Explore the mythologies of tornadoes with a film and Q+A featuring director Curtis Miller.

Live + Local on the Terrace with Shelly Coombs

6-9 p.m. — Harbor Bistro + Terrace — Free entry — Enjoy soulful vocals and heartfelt folk-Americana storytelling by the water.

Joe Jackson Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre — Concert tickets available — Enjoy an evening of music with the iconic Joe Jackson.

Wine Sail in Portland, Maine: Tuscany

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $150 — Experience a scenic wine sail with expert guidance while tasting exquisite Tuscany wines.

Introduction to Volleyball for Kids

July 14th – July 22nd — Reiche Community School — Refunds available up to 2 days before event — Let your child discover the joy of volleyball in a fun, supportive environment.

Daniel Mason: On Nature

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Halo at the Point — $15-$20 — Engage in a literary discussion with acclaimed author Daniel Mason on nature and his new book 'Country People'.

Narrated Train Ride

10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Enjoy a scenic train ride with rich stories of Maine's railroading history and stunning views of Casco Bay.

Narrated Train Ride Experience

12 p.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Enjoy a scenic 40-minute train ride along Casco Bay while learning about narrow gauge railroading history.

Wine & Oyster Sail Experience

12-2 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $175 — Enjoy a unique sailing experience with wine education and fresh oysters from local farms.

Narrated Train Ride Along Casco Bay

4 p.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $24.10 — Experience scenic 40-minute train rides with fascinating history and beautiful waterfront views.