Bruce Springsteen has always spoken for America’s unheard voices, from the love-torn rock operas…
Category: Arts & Culture
Local Top 5: Portland Bands to watch in 2012
1.) The Outfits: It’s hard to think of another band that covered as much…
Of midwest moonshine in Great Western Plain’s ‘Mustache Eye Patch’
Despite their residency in the Pine Tree State, Great Western Plain encapsulates those expansive west-of-Mississippi…
Popular Portland restaurant, Silly’s, gets a new ‘Twist’
Malt! Who goes there? No, it’s not a typo. Loaded with Bailey’s Irish Cream,…
A&C Recommends: Jaws Gems and Ro Sham Beaux at SPACE
By Kirsten Sylvain, Contributor This Friday, two of New England’s most impressive genre-fusion acts…
The science of Mango Floss and ‘Semper Augustus’
Picture Albert Einstein alive and well in 2012, joining Portland’s indie rock scene to…
No rest for Portland foodies during Maine Restaurant Week
Winter blues got you down? If you love memorable food, noteworthy dining experiences and…
A&C Recommends: ‘Marx Reloaded’ at SPACE
Tonight, the University of Southern Maine’s Philosophy Symposium, the student philosophy organization, will be…
Being a musician in Portland takes new forms with changing economy
Barry Arvin Young didn’t plan on making a living on music in Maine. But…
Whether it’s your sweet heart or sweet tooth, Portland’s got you covered
Whether you’re looking to play it safe this Valentine’s Day or take a walk on the wild side, Portland candy shops have something to offer everyone. Like every gift-giving holiday, however, last-minute shopper syndrome is prevalent. If you need Cupid’s arrow to remind you not to procrastinate, there might be some dangerously tasty consequences.
A&C Recommends: 48 Hour Music Festival at SPACE
What happens when you take 30 of Portland’s biggest musicians, break them into six…
Nationally-known Beehive Design Collective to visit USM
The Beehive Design Collective will be presenting two of their nationally recognized banners and…
Portland punk band The RattleSnakes go to old medium for newest release
What’s the value in a cassette tape? For Brian Cohen, lead guitarist of Portland…
Local Top 5: Must Follow Maine-Twitters
1.) Maine Breaking News @bangordailynews: The official Twitter for one of the best daily…
A&C Recommends: Kill the Karaoke at Bayside Bowl
It seems like Wednesday night is Portland’s universal karaoke night throughout the city with…
Portland Greendrinks brings awareness to non-profits, beer to the masses
The concept is simple: For two bucks you and a few hundred of your…
Annual USM Faculty Exhibit brings big ideas to an intimate setting
From a large pile of knotted hay strewn in corner, to a man trapped…
A&C Recommends: USM Theatre presents ‘Eurydice’
Hell is other people…on roller skates. Or at least that is what the University…
A&C Recommends: ‘The Red Ruby Heart in the Cold Blue Sea’ book signing
The spring semester has just begun, and to kick it off the USM bookstore…
Ambition key to the growing community of Maine graphic designers
The state of Maine holds few educational options for budding graphic designers, but that…
Behind boarded-up windows, 131washington brings an all-inclusive DIY space to Portland
At the foot of Munjoy Hill rests a small warehouse with a weathered exterior…
The Free Press Summer Festival Guide 2011
During the three long months of the Maine winter, it might be hard to…
Local Top Five: Bagels
1.) Rosemont Market and Bakery, Sea Salt Bagel: These are not New York bagels….
Viva la Resurgam! Words & Images 2011
On Friday night, the real test will arrive for the 2011 staff of Words & Images at the journal’s release party starting at 6 p.m. It will not only be the first opportunity for the public to purchase the journal, but will also feature an exclusive reading from “Townie: A Memoir” by bestselling author Andre Dubus III, as well as readings and award presentations by Adrian Blevins, USM President Selma Botman and Kate Cheney Chappell, and a special musical performance by Olas.