Can-Am Sled Dog Race. The annual Canadian-American Sled Dog Race in Fort Kent. Okay, yes, it’s a haul, in the dead of a never-ending winter. But it’s huskies and they’re sledding-250 miles, people. This is why winter was invented. Plus, there’s no admission for spectators, so if you feel like ditching classes and taking a trek up north, your very own Jack London-worthy adventure awaits. March 5 to 9. For more information: 834-5626, or visit the website: can-am.sjv.net.
“Page to Stage.”?If you’ve ever gone to a play and felt that you’re somehow missing something, this may be just the thing. A free, interactive discussion on Portland Stage Company’s production, “Yemaya’s Belly.” Tuesday, March 8. 12:15 p.m., at the Portland Public Library. For more information: 871-1700.
“Yemaya’s Belly.” And now that you know just what the author intended from sitting in on the Page to Stage session, it’s time for a little quality theatre. According to the website, you’ll “feel the heat of the Caribbean.” It’s March in Maine; anything that promises I’ll feel the heat of the Caribbean is worth the ticket price. March 1 – 20. Portland Stage Company: 774-0465.
Reading: Brad Land. The author of Random House’s acclaimed memoir, “Goat,” comes to Longfellow Books. His book? It’s insane, folks: Pick it up, read it, be horrified and freaked out and ultimately floored. I guarantee, you won’t be able to put it down. Tuesday, March 8. 7:00 pm, Longfellow Books. For more information: 772-4045.
“The Magic Flute.” Mozart’s enduring opera is this year’s annual joint effort from USM’s Music and Theatre departments. For the complete preview, see this section, page 11. Performances March 11 to 19. Call 780-5151 to reserve tickets now-they’re gonna go quick.