Monday, November 4th, 2024
Good morning, Portland. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Portland hosts an early bird holiday arts and crafts fair at the Fireside Inn, featuring 40 vendors with products ranging from books to hot sauce, highlighting a blend of traditional crafts and innovative 3D printed items. WMTW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Portland Ovations to showcase 'Beautiful Blackbird Live!', a concert inspired by Maine author Ashley Bryan’s book, alongside an array of events celebrating the story's adaptation from book to interactive play and concert. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ L.L. Bean's Northern Attitude Collection, in collaboration with musician Noah Kahan, sold out five of its eight items in less than two weeks, demonstrating the successful melding of music popularity and fashion. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ The Portland Museum of Art offers free admission on Fridays from 4 to 8 p.m. and on the third Thursday of each month, providing affordable access to its vast collection. Portland Press Herald
- ➤ Portland hosts diverse cultural events including 'Sugar Skull! A Día De Muertos Musical Adventure,' highlighting traditions of the Mexican Dia de Muertos celebration. Portland Press Herald
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Approximately 74% of Maine is facing abnormally dry or moderate drought conditions as of October's end, raising the risk of wildfire spread. Portland Press Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Four candidates are intensifying their campaigns for Maine's U.S Senate seat, utilizing various strategies in the final days before the election. FOX23
- ➤ Mainers will vote on two congressional seats, a senate race, and five ballot questions in the upcoming election, with insights on the candidates and issues provided on the Total Maine Nov. 3 program. WMTW
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Maine Mariners triumphed over the Reading Royals with a 5-3 victory, ending their three-game losing streak thanks to key goals in the third period. Portland Press Herald
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Community Bingo Event at Elks Lodge
Experience a fun-filled day of Bingo with food options, pull tabs, and 50/50 raffles open to the public.
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Teen Pathfinder Games
Experience ongoing Pathfinder games designed for teens in grades 6-12 at Curtis Memorial Library.
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Moontricks Live in Concert
Experience the captivating fusion of electro-folk and modern electronic production from the acclaimed duo Moontricks, inspired by the natural beauty of the Kootenay mountains.
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Oxbow Live: The Slaps with Noah Pope and Shane T
Experience a night of innovative music as The Slaps showcase their experimental sounds alongside Noah Pope at Oxbow Blending & Bottling.
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Odie Leigh Concert at Portland House of Music and Events
Experience a live performance by Odie Leigh in the vibrant setting of Portland House of Music and Events.
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Portland Maine Wedding Show
Explore a plethora of wedding vendors, trends, and planning tips at the Portland Maine Wedding Show, featuring exciting giveaways and a chance to win a dreamy honeymoon.
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Portland Maine Madness: Amazing Race and City Tour
Experience a lively scavenger hunt that combines solving clues with exploring Portland's hidden gems in a uniquely interactive way.
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Community Bingo Event
Experience a fun-filled day of BINGO with lunch options available, starting from midday at the Elks Lodge in Portland.
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Angelique Kidjo: A Musical Journey
Experience the extraordinary talent of five-time Grammy Award winner Angélique Kidjo, a masterful fusion of West African traditional music with global sounds.
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Thursday Evening Trivia Challenge
Experience a fun and engaging trivia night with prizes at Freedom's Edge Cider every Thursday.
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