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Portland Farmers Market

The Portland Farmers' Market is a year-round market featuring fresh, delicious, locally grown foods including vegetables, fruits, herbs, beef, pork, chicken, duck, goat, lamb, milk, cider, cheese, yogurt, eggs, kefir, honey, grains, jams, and fermented foods such as sauerkraut, kimchi, and tempeh. You'll also find beautiful plants, flowers, and fiber, and so much more! We offer farm products exclusively and you can trust that EVERYTHING at our market was grown and produced in the great state of Maine! Our market has been in existence since 1768 and we are proud to continue to offer the Portland Community a place to come together and enjoy the bounty of Maine's harvest!

 You can enjoy the market and support local farmers year-round at the Portland Farmers' Market!

National Health Care Reformer Dr. Margaret Flowers at Think Tank

Dr. Margaret Flowers will speak at Think Tank, Wednesday May 9th at 7pm. Stop by 533 Congress to learn the latest about the single-payer health care movement.

National Health Care Reformer in Maine

Dr. Margaret Flowers
Schedule for May 10-11, 2012

Maine AllCare, the Maine chapter of Physicians for a National Health Program (PNHP) is excited to announce that we are bringing Dr. Margaret Flowers to Maine on Thursday May 10 and Friday May 11. Dr. Flowers will be appearing at several events:

Thursday, May 10, 9-10 am: "Health Reform: The case for a national single payer health system", Pediatrics Grand Rounds, Dana Education Center, Maine Medical Center, Portland. (Please note: This lecture is limited to Maine Medical Center staff only.)

Thursday, May 10, 12-1pm: “The Road to Universal Health Care”, Lunch and Learn, Harold Alfond Center, UNE College of Medicine, Biddeford (sponsored by the UNECOM student chapter of PNHP - free and open to the public)

Thursday, May 10, 5:30-6 pm: Rally for Universal Health Care, Monument Square, Portland (sponsored by Occupy Maine)

Thursday, May 10, 6-7:30 pm: “Two Portraits: Message and Messengers in Universal Health Care Reform”, Rines Auditorium, Portland Public Library, Portland, A free public event with several co-sponsors: An unveiling of two portraits by Maine artist Rob Shetterly, an address by Dr. Margaret Flowers, with introductions by the Honorable Michael F. Brennan, mayor of Portland

Friday, May 11, 8:30-10:30 am: “Beyond Patient Care: Defining the Doctor’s Role in Health Care Policy”, Maine Medical Association Conference Room, Manchester, Maine. A joint presentation of Maine AllCare and the Maine Health Policy Study Group, with Dr. Flowers and a panel of 3 physicians: Jeffrey Barkin, MD, Maine Health Policy Study Group; Phil Caper, MD,Vice-chair of the Maine AllCare board; Rep. Linda Sanborn, MD, physician and State Representative from House District 130

We hope that you will be able to attend one or more of these events.

Marie Antoinette: The Color of Flesh

Marie Antoinette: The Color of Flesh
by Joel Gross

May 1 - May 20, 2012

In a dramatic love triangle set amidst the splendor of 18th century Paris, a beautiful, social-climbing portrait painter uses her affair with an idealistic Count to get a commission to paint the naïve young Queen Marie Antoinette. Both learn to love the woman they are exploiting even as their actions encourage the Revolution that will shatter all three of their lives. Illustration by Jamie Hogan.

“Two Portraits – Message and Messengers in Universal Health Care Reform”

Please Join Us – a Free Public Event
on May 10, 2012 at 6:00 pm at the
Rines Auditorium, Portland Public Library

Maine AllCare 
and 
Americans who Tell the Truth
present

“Two Portraits - Message and Messengers
in Universal Health Care Reform”

an unveiling by Rob Shetterly
Maine Artist and Activist

an address by Dr. Margaret Flowers
Congressional Fellow
Physicians for National Health Program

introduced by 
The Honorable Michael F. Brennan
Mayor of Portland

National Health Care Reformer in Maine

Dr. Margaret Flowers
Schedule for May 10-11, 2012

Maine AllCare, the Maine chapter of Physicians for a National Health Program (PNHP) is excited to announce that we are bringing Dr. Margaret Flowers to Maine on Thursday May 10 and Friday May 11. Dr. Flowers will be appearing at several events:

Thursday, May 10, 9-10 am: "Health Reform: The case for a national single payer health system", Pediatrics Grand Rounds, Dana Education Center, Maine Medical Center, Portland. (Please note: This lecture is limited to Maine Medical Center staff only.)

Thursday, May 10, 12-1pm: “The Road to Universal Health Care”, Lunch and Learn, Harold Alfond Center, UNE College of Medicine, Biddeford (sponsored by the UNECOM student chapter of PNHP - free and open to the public)

Thursday, May 10, 5:30-6 pm: Rally for Universal Health Care, Monument Square, Portland (sponsored by Occupy Maine)

Thursday, May 10, 6-7:30 pm: “Two Portraits: Message and Messengers in Universal Health Care Reform”, Rines Auditorium, Portland Public Library, Portland, A free public event with several co-sponsors: An unveiling of two portraits by Maine artist Rob Shetterly, an address by Dr. Margaret Flowers, with introductions by the Honorable Michael F. Brennan, mayor of Portland

Friday, May 11, 8:30-10:30 am: “Beyond Patient Care: Defining the Doctor’s Role in Health Care Policy”, Maine Medical Association Conference Room, Manchester, Maine. A joint presentation of Maine AllCare and the Maine Health Policy Study Group, with Dr. Flowers and a panel of 3 physicians: Jeffrey Barkin, MD, Maine Health Policy Study Group; Phil Caper, MD,Vice-chair of the Maine AllCare board; Rep. Linda Sanborn, MD, physician and State Representative from House District 130

We hope that you will be able to attend one or more of these events.

Noonday Concert Series at First Parish Church

Noonday Concert at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church

Marie Antoinette: The Color of Flesh

Marie Antoinette: The Color of Flesh
by Joel Gross

May 1 - May 20, 2012

In a dramatic love triangle set amidst the splendor of 18th century Paris, a beautiful, social-climbing portrait painter uses her affair with an idealistic Count to get a commission to paint the naïve young Queen Marie Antoinette. Both learn to love the woman they are exploiting even as their actions encourage the Revolution that will shatter all three of their lives. Illustration by Jamie Hogan.

Jazz Brunch with Sean Mencher

EVERY SUNDAY, enjoy Local Sprouts delicious brunch menu with some jazz on the side.

Yogi Mixer

Brad Newman created the concept for the "Yogi Mixer" as a way for yogis to come together and create community.
It is our intention to create relationships with local studios, instructors and yogi's of all forms so that we can come together and share in connection.

On the 2nd Friday of each month we will gather together and share in entertainment, networking and community. This is a great way to meet other teachers and students from the greater Portland area community/studios.

We will provide a cash bar with mixed drinks, snacks and deserts. Our "mixed drinks" and deserts are thoughtfully and beautifully created with as many local and organic products as are available. With the intention of supporting your body, being, and spirit our drinks are created without alcohol but you are sure to experience bliss and joy when you imbibe!!

"I created 'Yogi Mixers' so people around the world who are interested in yoga have a better chance of meeting and developing profound relationships that benefit society. Whether they are professional or personal ties that bring yogis together, I feel the world will be a better place if more synergy among the yoga community happens. -Brad Newman"

Thank you for making us a success.

Marie Antoinette: The Color of Flesh

Marie Antoinette: The Color of Flesh
by Joel Gross

May 1 - May 20, 2012

In a dramatic love triangle set amidst the splendor of 18th century Paris, a beautiful, social-climbing portrait painter uses her affair with an idealistic Count to get a commission to paint the naïve young Queen Marie Antoinette. Both learn to love the woman they are exploiting even as their actions encourage the Revolution that will shatter all three of their lives. Illustration by Jamie Hogan.

Mother’s Day Weekend at the Flea-for-All

The Portland Flea-for-All invites everyone and their mother to spend Mother's Day weekend with their favorite vendors selling all of the best in vintage, antique and handmade. Vendors displaying a picture of their mother will be giving discounts to those shopping with their own mom/wife/grandmother (read: bring your kids!), so come on out and flea for mom!

“A Day in the Life” – National Train Day Celebration

Join us at the museum as we celebrate National Train Day with a weekend long event - “A Day in the Life.” Railroad personnel will offer demonstrations on hand and whistle signals, coupling the train, and throwing switches as you learn about the duties and roles of various train personnel. Swing by the Engine House to see restoration on Monson Steam Locomotive #4 in action! Take a ride on the Fairmont Car or Pump Car for a
special treat. The museum will offer activities for children and lots of fun for the whole family! We hope to see you soon!

Marie Antoinette: The Color of Flesh

Marie Antoinette: The Color of Flesh
by Joel Gross

May 1 - May 20, 2012

In a dramatic love triangle set amidst the splendor of 18th century Paris, a beautiful, social-climbing portrait painter uses her affair with an idealistic Count to get a commission to paint the naïve young Queen Marie Antoinette. Both learn to love the woman they are exploiting even as their actions encourage the Revolution that will shatter all three of their lives. Illustration by Jamie Hogan.

Renaissance Voices Spring Concert

Celebrate spring with Portland's premier 21-voice a cappella group, directed by Harold Stover, distinguished organist, composer, and conductor. "Folk Song Suite" features traditional songs from around the world arranged by classical composers such as Brahms, Chen Yi, Ralph Vaughan Williams, and Stover.

Eric Bettencourt at One Longfellow Square

Bettencourt is a songwriter at heart, expertly crafting a wide range of tunes around his scratchy, Janis Joplin-esque voice. Whether equipped with just an acoustic guitar, or with his whole backing band, Bettencourt combines folk, blues, and classic rock elements into always-pleasing melodic concoctions. He has admittedly learned from the rock gods themselves - Hendrix, Clapton, Page, Dylan - but is able to stay contemporary, also drawing on current artists like Iron and Wine and Ray LaMontagne.

Mother’s Day Weekend at the Flea-for-All

The Portland Flea-for-All invites everyone and their mother to spend Mother's Day weekend with their favorite vendors selling all of the best in vintage, antique and handmade. Vendors displaying a picture of their mother will be giving discounts to those shopping with their own mom/wife/grandmother (read: bring your kids!), so come on out and flea for mom!

Bring Mom Out For A Beer 2012

In honor of Mother's Day we are participating in "Bring Mom Out For a Beer Day" ! $1 off beers from 1pm - 4pm and special featured Mother's Day menus in all Sebago locations.

Bring Mom Out For A Beer is sponsored by the Pink Boots Society - a professional network of women in the beer industry.

Marie Antoinette: The Color of Flesh

Marie Antoinette: The Color of Flesh
by Joel Gross

May 1 - May 20, 2012

In a dramatic love triangle set amidst the splendor of 18th century Paris, a beautiful, social-climbing portrait painter uses her affair with an idealistic Count to get a commission to paint the naïve young Queen Marie Antoinette. Both learn to love the woman they are exploiting even as their actions encourage the Revolution that will shatter all three of their lives. Illustration by Jamie Hogan.