Good morning, Portland.

Motorcyclists held the eighth annual 9/11 tribute ride on Saturday morning in Lisbon Falls as they rode to the Maine Firefighters Memorial in Augusta where 100 roses were laid—raising funds for local nonprofits with food, raffles and merchandise sales.

A Portland restaurant is mourning its head chef Declan Perry, who rose from an entry role to lead the kitchen and was murdered last month outside a Massachusetts hospital emergency room by 42-year-old Christopher Caron—who pleaded not guilty.

Maine voters will decide on a statewide referendum this November on a red flag law that lets police and family members petition to remove firearms from those deemed dangerous—using a lower evidence standard than the current yellow flag law.

Supporters say the measure will help prevent suicide and violence while critics warn it may violate rights and lack due process—mirroring debates in other New England states.

The University of New England football team won its season opener in overtime on September 6—letting in 718 yards of offense.

The win sets a hopeful tone for their upcoming games.

Godspeed You! Black Emperor Concert

8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — State Theatre — Ticket details available — Experience an evening of compelling post-rock with Godspeed You! Black Emperor.

pollinateHERS - Support Group for Women Entrepreneurs

5:30-7:30 p.m. — coworkHERS — Free entry — Empowering networking space for female entrepreneurs in Portland.

Maine Irish Makes: September Session

2-4 p.m. — Maine Irish Heritage Center — Free entry — Gather with local crafters for an afternoon of creativity, conversation, and community building.

Ekphrasis Poetry Workshop

5:30-7 p.m. — Dunes — Entry fee applies — Explore the art of poetry inspired by visual art with Poet Laureate Emeritus Maya Williams.

Maine Brain Tumor Awareness Walk

9 AM – 12 PM — Payson Park — $20 registration fee — Join the community for a one-mile walk to raise awareness and funds for brain tumor research.

Marc Ribot Solo Acoustic Show

7:30-10:30 p.m. — SPACE Gallery — Ticketed — Experience the genre-defying guitar legend Marc Ribot as he celebrates his new record with a solo acoustic performance.

Wine Sail - Cabernet Sauvignon Experience on the Frances

4:45-6:45 p.m. — Maine Sailing Adventures — Ticket required — Enjoy a picturesque sailing experience while tasting five exquisite Cabernet Sauvignons from renowned wine regions.

The 502s Concert

6:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre — Ticket prices starting at $51 — Catch the energetic vibes of The 502s live in Portland!

Fiction Workshop

10:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. — 105 St James St, Portland, ME — Cost not specified — Connect with fellow writers and enhance your fiction writing skills in this engaging workshop.

Scenic Train Ride

10 a.m. — Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad — $0 to $23.50 — Enjoy a scenic 40-minute train ride with beautiful views of Casco Bay and learn about Maine's narrow gauge railroading history.