Good morning, Portland.

Some Maine residents found their SNAP benefits stolen, affecting 300 households with $76,000 in lost aid—one Scarborough resident said his food stamps were charged at BJ's in Marlboro, Massachusetts despite never visiting, and officials suspected a large-scale theft using stolen card numbers.

Regina Dyer from UNE is mapping Maine's lighthouses to see which ones face future storm risks using GIS data—she works with the American Lighthouse Foundation as part of UNE's Sustainability Fellowship.

She will publish her findings online to help communities plan for preservation based on damage seen in past storms.

More than 1 million Mainers now face moderate drought from weeks of dry weather and extreme heat, while another 43.6% of the state is nearly in drought.

The National Weather Service said conditions will worsen by month's end — local fire officials have warned residents as wildfires increase.

Federal Medicaid funding cuts are threatening home and community-based services in Maine and could leave people with disabilities like Olivia without the help they need.

Maura McDermott warned that if the funding continues to decline, programs such as STRIVE and Café will lose staff and support—putting community care at risk.

Lake Street Dive Concert Pass

7-10 p.m. — Thompson's Point — Tickets from $102 — Experience the genre-defying sound of Lake Street Dive live in Portland, ME.

Wine Sail - Piedmont

6-8 p.m. — Maine Sailing Adventures — Tickets required — Experience a delightful evening of wine education and sailing on Casco Bay.

Ask A Librarian! Drop-in Question Sessions

1-3 p.m. — Freeport Community Library — Free — Get help with technology, research, and more at this community resource session.

Weekly Sea Kayak Community Paddles

7:30-8:30 a.m. — Portland Paddle — Free entry — Connect with fellow paddlers and enjoy a refreshing morning on the water.

Bess Jacques & The Strays

7-8:30 p.m. — Blue Portland Maine — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an eclectic mix of jazz, Americana, and faux-tango-pop from the talented Bess Jacques & The Strays.

Josh Ritter Concert

7-9 PM — State Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful and deep songwriting of Josh Ritter at a charming live venue.

The Little Mermen

7-11 p.m. — Thompson's Point — Cost info not provided — Experience a magical evening with the ultimate Disney cover band performing classics from your favorite films.

Orny Adams Live Stand-Up Comedy

7 p.m. — Empire Comedy Club — Tickets available — Experience Orny Adams' high-energy stand-up that blends absurdity and incisive wit.

Lakeside Poker Run

VacationLand V Twin Cruisers, MC is having a Poker Run, Saturday 8/23. Registration opens at 9:00 AM, $20 per hand, kickstands up at 11:00 am. Starts at American Legion Post 155, Casco Road, Naples Maine and finishes at Lakeside Dairy Bar, Naples Maine. We'll be riding through Naples, Bridgton, Norway and Casco. $500 to the Winning Hand, $240 for Second Place, $50 for the Worst Hand. First 5 Hands with a Full House wins a $10 Gift Certificate to Lakeside Dairy Bar. PLUS Cash 50/50. Come join us for a day of summer fun!

Wine Sail Experience

12-2 p.m. — Maine Sailing Adventures — Ticketed — Enjoy a wine education course paired with an evening of sailing on beautiful Casco Bay.

Community Craft Night

4-7:30 p.m. — Freedom's Edge Cider Tasting Room — Enjoy craft time with local crafters while sipping cider.