Good morning, Portland.

Flat Iron Coffee Bar—a new European-style café without WiFi that emphasizes art and conversation—will open Monday at 594 Congress St in the historic Flatiron building under Pearl Gallery.

The café, owned by Rhonda Pearle and Gary Perlmutter, will operate daily from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. with extended hours during First Friday Art Walks.

Thomas Tellier, a Maine man accused of killing his stepson Nicholas Trynor in Mexico in August 2022, claimed self-defense while police charged his actions were murder—his trial began Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. at Oxford County Superior Court in South Paris and he faces 25 years to life if convicted.

Maine historian Heather Cox Richardson—who teaches at Boston College—was named one of Time Magazine’s most influential creators for 2025.

She is best known for her newsletter Letters from an American that links past lessons to today's events.

Kate Carpenter will dedicate every stroke, pedal, and step at the Tri for a Cure triathlon on July 20 to her father, Dave Parkhurst—diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer last summer.

The event will benefit The Maine Cancer Foundation as friends and family rally around them in their fight against cancer.

South Portland’s Betsy Ross Crossing, a new 52-unit affordable housing complex for seniors, is now leasing as a quarter-mile section of the Greenbelt Walkway reopens.

The independent living building will have its first residents move in on July 23 and offers improved trail access to local spots—Bug Light Park and Willard Beach.

Hearts of Pine fans created the Valentine Band—an organized group of musicians of all ages—to boost crowd energy at the July 2 game in Portland.

The band played varied tunes and chants that added a unique touch to the match atmosphere.

Old Port Seafood Lovers Walking Lunch Tour

3-5:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Price includes food and drinks — Discover Maine's seafood delights while walking along the waterfront and enjoying local flavors.

St. Vincent Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets from $71 — Experience the eclectic sounds of St. Vincent live in Portland.

Wine and Oyster Sail in Casco Bay

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Maine State Pier — $175 — Experience an unforgettable journey tasting wines and fresh oysters aboard a stunning tall ship.

Kurt Vile Concert

7:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Tickets from $61 — Experience the indie rock vibes of Kurt Vile live in Portland.

PMP Certification Classroom Training in Portland, ME

9 AM – 5 PM — Portland, ME — Cost varies — Enhance your project management skills with comprehensive training and certification preparation.

Vintage Fire Truck Sightseeing Tour

1:30-2:30 p.m. — 489 Congress St, Portland, ME — Tickets available — Explore Portland’s scenic coast and historic sites aboard a classic fire engine.

Paint Night - Oysters

5-7 p.m. — Root Wild Kombucha — All materials provided — Explore watercolor techniques while painting oysters with local artist Jeanelle Demers.

Maine Yoga Festival

1 PM – 5 PM — Southern Maine Community College — Check website for ticket info — Celebrate wellness with diverse yoga workshops and live music overlooking Casco Bay.

Central Coastal Maine Private Day Tour

8 AM – 3 PM — City of Portland, Maine — Pricing varies — Discover the beauty of Maine’s coast with a personalized private tour featuring lighthouses, gardens, and charming coastal villages.

BBQ Benefit for Peaks Island Children's Workshop

4:30-6:30 p.m. — Peaks Island Lions Club — Contribution appreciated — Enjoy delicious BBQ while supporting local kids and preserving island heritage.