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(NY Times) — If you “like” this article on a site like Facebook, somebody who reads it is more likely to approve of it, even if the reporting and writing are not all that great. But surprisingly, an unfair negative reaction will not spur others to dislike the article. Instead, a thumbs-down view will soon be counteracted by thumbs up from other readers. Those are the implications of new research looking at the behavior of thousands of people reading online comments, scientists report Friday in the journal Science. A positive nudge, they said, can set off a bandwagon of approval. “Hype can work,” said one of the researchers, Sinan K. Aral, a professor of information technology and marketing at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, “and feed on itself as well.” If people tend to herd together on popular opinions, that could call into question the reliability of “wisdom of the crowd” ratings on Web sites like Yelp or Amazon and perhaps provide marketers with hints on how to bring positive attention to their products. “This is certainly a provocative study,” said Matthew O. Jackson, a professor of economics at Stanford who was not involved with the research. “It raises a lot of questions we need to answer.” Besides Dr. Aral (who is also a scholar in residence at The New York Times research and development laboratory, working on unrelated projects), the researchers are from Hebrew University in Jerusalem and New York University.

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Police have arrested one of the men accused of burglarizing a Portland pawn shop, while the other remained at large Thursday. Donald Alfreds, 26, of Portland, was arrested Wednesday night and charged with burglary, theft, criminal mischief and violation of bail conditions, according to the Portland Police Department, after he allegedly broke into Coastal Trading and Pawn, on St. John Street, early Monday morning. The second person involved in the burglary remains at large and the investigation is ongoing. Alfreds was on bail for allegedly burglarizing Springer’s Jewelers. Wednesday night, police received information from the Auburn Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division, which led to the recovery of some of the items taken from Coastal, according to police, and the possible identification of Alfreds, according to police. Police executed a search warrant at 276 Presumpscot St., and arrested Alfreds.

Police released a surveillance video, via Facebook on Wednesday, to see if anyone saw anything in the area of the store around the time of the robbery or could identify the two subjects in the video, both of whom wore masks during the burglary. The case remains under investigation. One of the subjects was wearing a red shirt over a black hooded sweatshirt, and the other wore a black shirt over a light-colored hooded sweatshirt and dark pants. The burglars broke in through the front door, according to police, and signs of forced entry were found. The video shows the two people ripping the display case doors off the hinges before loading the items into duffel bags. Police say Alfreds is allegedly the man in the red shirt. More arrests are expected in the case, according to police, and they aim to recover as much of the stolen property as possible. Coastal Trading and Pawn has offered a $500 reward for any information that leads to arrests in the case.

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This Saturday from 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. at the Portland Fire Department Central Station, 380 Congress St., Portland, the Portland Fire Department Central fire station will host the Sandy Hook Memorial, a gift from the people of Maine to the residents of Newtown, Conn., where the infamous mass shooting occurred on Dec. 14, 2012. The Portland Fire Department will be one of seven fire departments in the state to host the tribute to the students and staff killed at the Sandy Hook Elementary school, the city reported in a press release. Members of the public are invited to view the memorial while it is at the fire station. Twenty children and six adults died in the attack. In a press release, Fire Chief Jerome LaMoria said, “We are all part of a community, a community of parents, brothers, sisters and first responders. As members of those communities, our hearts go out to every one of the victims and their families who lost so much that day and the first responders who will forever be affected. The Portland Fire Department is honored to be a part of this effort.” The memorial, made of granite, concrete and seashells has the names of the victims and small illuminated

angels etched into the base. Richard Gray who now lives in Florida was moved by the tragedy and wanted to create a memorial that could be a gift from the people of Maine, the city reported. The memorial will travel from Northern Maine to Newtown over the weekend, and the Town of Newton will accept the memorial on Sunday.

Portland Housing awarded $1.2 million from HUD The Portland Housing Authority is among several agencies that will receive $5.1 million in grant money coming to Maine. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced Thursday that Maine will receive $5.1 million to preserve and maintain the state’s public housing stock, according to a press release, and the PHA will get $1.2 million. The money comes from the federal agency’s capital fund program. “Housing authorities in Maine count on this funding to maintain and improve their public housing for many families, especially the most vulnerable — our seniors,” said Barbara Fields, HUD’s New England regional administrator, in a statement. “HUD is currently taking bold steps to preserve this affordable housing.” HUD said the funding is critical to preserve and improve the public housing stock to benefit the residents.

Anyone with information about the robbery is asked to contact the Portland Police Department at 207-874-8533 or Det. Kelley Gorham at 874-8933. Community members may submit tips by going to the Portland Police Department website: www. portland-police.com and clicking “Submit an Anonymous Crime Tip.” Finally, anonymous phone tips can be left on the police department’s Crime Tip line: 874-8584.

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Editor’s Note: The spirit of this week’s column by Telly Halkias is dedicated to the memory of Amanda Rowe, the longtime Portland schools nurse and tireless advocate for children’s causes, who passed away in July at age 58 following a courageous battle with breast cancer. When an e-mail falls into my inbox, the computer tolls a virtual bell — the herald of incoming news, information, or inanities. A few years back, I received such a summons announcing the death of a college classFrom the mate, Bill, who had passed away just days shy of his 49th Stacks birthday. He left us at a time of life many consider the most productive years as a person, parent, and professional. I didn’t know Bill that well. We had a class or two together, played racquetball a few times, and hung out on occasion with mutual friends. To my fading memory, that was about it. But sitting at my computer when that particular bell tolled gave me pause. While not overly religious as my Greek Orthodox background might suggest, I’ve always found solace in spirituality. Even the logic, analysis, and rigor of my former engineering studies couldn’t replace a

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Say it bang One of my favorite writers me for that. had a character with a particOne thing is certain in ular quirk. If bad news was to the newspaper business, be delivered, she wanted you or any other business for to “say it bang,” getting it all that matter. You have to out quickly instead of dragface the fact that sooner or ging it out. later, change happens. It’s Tabula in This is my final column for not always a bad thing. Naufragio the Portland Daily Sun. The stuff you really like Quite frankly, anyone who now is only there because knows me or even the infrequent reader is suryou grew tired of other stuff. prised it lasted this long. A cranky columnist that hates everything, A lot of ground got covered, sometimes on everybody, and everything about everybody the news side, and mostly on the op-ed side of had a four year run? Hell, even H.L. Mencken the page. There were stories that I worked on would think that was a longshot. “It is inaclong into the night, and ones that jumped on curate to say that I hate everything. I am me thirty minutes before a marginally flexible strongly in favor of common sense, common deadline. honesty, and common decency. This makes me Some were fun, and some were less so. Not forever ineligible for public office.” very often does someone like me (with no proAm I going to another paper? The answer is fessional training) get to peek behind the curno. Anyone who tells you otherwise is specutain of the newsroom. lating, a habit among journalists that should Former editor points out that sausage is parbe met with drunkenly tossed lawn darts. If ticularly less appetizing once you see how it someone suggests that to you, feel free to kick is made, equating that to the newsroom. The them. reality is, that is not the case. It’s just as damSo here we are, at the end of the last one. I nably tasty, the smell of a freshly fleshed out want to thank everybody who read an encourstory being ground into edible chunks, and the aged me over the time I’ve been here. It has filler being added along with the smoke flavortruly been a pleasure beyond anything I ever ing. thought possible. I just took a quick look at my collection of Using that old habit of stealing a good quote saved work online. Is shows a total of 686 docwhenever I find one, I can only steal the most uments. appropriate one attributed to Hunter S. ThompHey, three or four of those might actually son. “Life should not be a journey to the grave have been pretty good. with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty I sort of knew this was coming. Periodically, and well preserved body, but rather to skid in you have to give any tree a good shake to see broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used what dangling fruit falls to the earth, and to up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming clear out the nuts. Over the weekend (before I “Wow! What a Ride!” knew) I was going through a bunch of my stuff, Four years has been one HELL of a fun ride. and found the first column I ever wrote for this Thank you, Portland! paper. Stealing from yourself being still an activity not (yet) prohibited by Congress Critters, I give you the following snippet. “The voices of a community make its paper distinct. I like All letters columns and editorial cartoons are to think and hope that here in Portland, we think a little deeper on subthe opinion of the writer or artists and do not jects in the public eye, contemplating reflect the opinions of the staff, editors or pubpast the predigested pap that comes lisher of The Portland Daily Sun. over the airwaves and across your We welcome your ideas and opinions on morning news. When you hear a good all topics and consider every signed letter for story, put a bug in our ear about it. If publication. Limit letters to 300 words and you suspect corruption, let somebody include your address and phone number. on the staff here know. We’ll root after Longer letters will only be published as space it like a hobo on a ham sandwich.” allows and may be edited. Anonymous letters, And boy, did you ever respond. More stories came over the transom that letters without full names and generic letters first year than there was space for, will not be published. Please send your letters or time to investigate. I don’t think to: THE PORTLAND DAILY SUN, news@portanyone who worked at the paper that landdailysun.me. first year (or since) has ever forgiven

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Peaks Island Counting large moss-covered boulders that are visible only at low tide, there’s an estimated 365 islands in Casco Bay, but when someone says they live “on the island” there’s no question as to which of the Calendar Islands they’re referring to. Technically part of Portland, Peaks Island is more of a community within a community. Islanders have their own elementary school, library and police station, but, more importantly, they have their own lifestyle. Yearround residents of the island don’t think of the approximately two and a half miles of ocean separating the island from the mainland as being an inconvenience, to them it’s more of a protective moat isolating them from the congestion and hubbub of modern urban living. That might seem to be a mischaracterization of the peninsula of Portland to some, we’re not the most bustling burg on the map, after all, but any local who’s spent time on Peaks is well aware of the contrast. As soon as you get off the ferry you begin to experience it. Country roads, “island cars”, a general store, a restaurant, assorted small businesses here and there. Time gets expanded somehow. In his book “A History of Peaks Island and Its People”, Nathan Goold, writing in 1897, says that for the first two centuries after the first European explorers arrived and settled on the mainland there was not a regular road or house on Peaks Island. At a time when the priority was to grow enough crops to feed your family, and farm land on the mainland was plentiful, people really had no need to go out to the island. One certainly didn’t cross the water purely for pleasure. Leisurely excursions were an alien concept. When Portland’s first settler, George Cleeve, received a large land grant from Parliament in 1637 he made the island a gift to his new son-in-law, Michael Mitton, and insisted that it be named Michael’s Island, but there’s no record of Mitton’s ever having even visited it. Speaking of names, Peaks has had a few besides Michael, including Pond, for a large pond which still exists on the island, and also Palmers and Munjoy, for two other other early settlers. George Munjoy, of course, lived on the mainland, on what was one day to become Munjoy Hill, but he did own Peaks Island for a while. Oddly enough, the name Peaks, which was attached to the island around the year 1740, has no known origin. Goold says there was a Private Joseph Peake who served under the command of Captain Dominicus Jordan in the 1740s, but there’s no indication as to why he might have had the island named after him. Nathan Goold does say, though, that Peake “might have” lived on the island for a while, which is more than Michael Mitton ever did.

In the early eighteen hundreds, when farmland on the peninsula was beginning to get more scarce, a small trickle of people began to make their way to the island, and Goold says that in 1830 there were 13 families living there, making for a population of seventeen. That was only the official tally, though. A good number of assorted cast-offs and ne’er do wells from the mainland also made their home on the island and, in fact, Goold notes, outnumbered the landed gentry by quite a wide margin. Life got to be considerably more civilized on the island as the century went on, though, with more people breaking land for vegetable and dairy farms, and a regular ferry began operation in the1870’s. It was also at about that time that islanders began to realize the great potential the burgeoning tourist trade had for their picturesque home in Casco Bay, and summer theater was born. Before long Peaks Island became known as “The Coney Island of Maine.” The Pavilion, which opened in 1887, is said to be the first summer theater in the country. The Greenwood Garden Playhouse, which was a feature of the Greenwood Garden Amusement Park, operated through the first half of the twentieth century, and is where Jean Stapleton, the lovable Edith of “All in the Family” fame, made her first professional appearance, in the summer of 1941. The Gem Theater, the best known of the Peaks Island summer theaters, hosted productions featuring members of the famous Barrymore family, and was also a favorite venue of George M. Cohan, who liked to stage productions there before bringing them to Broadway. The Gem Theater also figured prominently in the life of Portland favorite son and six-time Academy Awardwinning director John Ford. Known as John Feeney at the time, Ford was a deck hand on the Casco Bay Ferry in his youth, and was also an usher at the Gem Theater. His family had a summer home on the island when he was a boy and he vacationed on the island up until the 1960’s. In the 1940s he shot a movie on the island in which his brother Francis starred, and a member of his family operated the fondly remembered Feeney’s Market on the island. Ford, who has descendents still living on the island, was so well thought of that he was called “The Mayor of Peaks Island” by generations of admiring islanders. The various Peaks Island summer theaters, along with the hotels that accommodated the legions of summer visitors were, each in their turn, victims of fires during the first half of the twentieth century, and were not rebuilt, due to the falling off in popularity of live theater nationally, but also due to the changing demographics of Peaks Island.

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Pictured are the Gem Theater and a hotel, the Peaks Island House, in the year 1898.(Portland Public Library Archives & Special Collections)

Today Peaks Island is mostly populated by comfortably retired people, professionals, and artists and writers. People who value their privacy more than anything else. The present year-round population is approximately 850, which balloons to an unbelievable 6,000 in the summer. The allure of the place in the warm months is not to be denied. Truth be told, though, the typical year-round resident doesn’t give a hoot about attracting visitors to the island, and the lack of a major attraction reflects that attitude. There’s an ice cream

parlor, a small market, an excellent restaurant, bike and kayak rentals, and some very well thought of art galleries, but there’s nothing along the lines of the Gem Theater. Oh wait, there is the Umbrella Cover Museum. There. That says it all. Who needs anything the mainland has to offer when you’ve got your own umbrella cover museum. (Cliff Gallant of Portland is a regular columnist for The Portland Daily Sun. Email him at gallant.cliff555@yahoo. com.)

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belief that something is greater than all of us past our decay into the realm of worms and dust. As such, I’ve never been troubled when others haven’t shared these convictions, for each individual must find his own way. Admittedly, that road may be tough to locate, let alone navigate. But even an absence of formal religion shouldn’t isolate anyone from empathy. In 1624, the English Jacobean poet John Donne summed it up best in his now-famous Meditation XVII by penning the expression “no man is an island.” Yet four centuries later, we seem increasingly to favor support of our fellow humans as an end onto itself, not necessarily as a means to search

for greater purpose. So something about a death notice as social media left me awfully unsettled. To this end, Donne’s refrain is now grand opera. From that same passage, we’ve dressed up phrases such as “for whom the bell tolls” in the stuff of Hollywood marquees — all because of that crafty Hemingway, and other pop culture references now magnified by the Internet. But while the advent of the Digital Age accelerated our pace of interaction, it also created a façade of greater efficiency and access. This brought with it the anxiety of instant gratification. Even when first reading the notice of Bill’s death, I embarrassed myself by not disengaging from the flood of data that demanded the next task, an additional requirement, or my attention to something gratuitous, such as a Facebook or Twitter alert. As with other events in my life that have caused me shame and forced me to change my ways — sometimes sooner than others — even- “Girl as Bellringer” (1875) by Otto Piltz. Credit: Wikimedia Commons tually I got the metaphor of tolling church bells. message. DropIt was a brilliant choice. Until the 20th century, ping everything, I left my bells remained the community herald of important office and sat down with events, such as one’s suffering, as well as the call a copy of my old yearbook to prayer. While distress can build character in this and an edition of Donne. life, Donne claimed it is in the next one where man For the next hour, I finds his true measure. sought to remember Perhaps one day the consolation of faith will blanBill, who apparently ket Bill’s sons and daughters as they enter adulthad touched many lives hood and reconcile the untimely loss of their father. in our decades apart. What they find on that road will depend as much on He went on to several Bill’s legacy as it will on them. successful careers, was For me, the Digital Age could wait. I put away my admired as a leader yearbook and Donne, turned off my cell phone, and and friend, and by all for the first time in years pulled out a pencil and accounts had a wondersome paper to write my weekly column. ful family. A mysterious With different bells tolling, the rest of my work ailment swooped into his seemed far less important. life three months earlier and claimed it, leaving (Telly Halkias is an award-winning freelance jourbehind more questions nalist from Portland’s West End. You may contact than answers. him at tchalkias@aol.com or follow him on Twitter Donne tries to explain at @TellyHalkias.) such ordeal by using the

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eighth, but could not score against three different pitchers. RHP Drew Bowlin left the game after a walk and single with one out. Richmond won all six from Portland this season and won their fifth straight.

The Portland Sea Dogs (56-61) have not fared well (going 4-9) during the first 13 contests of a 22-game stretch against Western Division opponents. They hope to change all that starting tonight. The Sea Dogs trail third place New Hampshire and second place Trenton by a half andthree and a half games, respectively, in the Eastern League’s Eastern Division (Binghamton is in first place, 13 games ahead of Trenton). The top two clubs in each division will compete in the Eastern League post-season. Portland, which lost five of seven games over the past week, is home this weekend beginning this evening at 6 p.m. for a three-game series with the Western Division Bowie Baysox (57-58). The Sea Dogs are then on the road for their final six games with non-division foes beginning on Tuesday. Portland will return home on Monday, Aug. 19 to resume head to head with division opponents. They will take on playoff rivals Trenton (nine times) and New Hampshire (seven times) during the last sixteen games of the season. It was a rough week, capped Boston Red Sox Manager John Farrell (pictured in the Fenway Park media room) has been very by the 4-1 loss at Hadlock Field pleased with the play of pitchers Brandon Workman and Drake Britton, who both began the in front of 6,919 fans on Thurs- season in Portland. Britton is the first Red Sox pitcher ever to begin his major league career with day against Richmond. The 7 scoreless appearances. In his 8 games, Britton has allowed only one run, seven hits and one Sea Dogs had a chance in the walk in 11 1/3 innings, while striking out 10 batters. (KEN LEVINSKY PHOTO)

Semi-pro football: Sabers defeat Raging Bulls, play Sunday at Thornton Academy By Ken Levinsky

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The Maine Sabers (3-0) defeated The Southern Maine Raging Bulls (2-1) 28-13 at Deering High’s Memorial Field in Portland last Saturday to claim the top spot in the four team Northern Division of the New England Football League. A good

sized crowd on both sides of the field added to the spirit of play. The Sabers host the MetroWest (MA) Colonials (1-2) on Sunday at 4 pm at Thornton Academy in Saco. The game will pit the offensive minded Sabers (who have outscored their opponents 93-51) against the stingy Colonials’ defense, which has

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Firefighters to help salute Maine military personnel on deployment to Afghanistan By David Carkhuff THE PORTLAND DAILY SUN

This Saturday at 9:25 a.m., Portland Mayor Michael Brennan and Maine Gov. Paul LePage will join the Portland and South Portland fire departments and other community groups to participate in a send-off ceremony for the soldiers of the 133rd Engineer Battalion and 1035th Survey and Design Team of the Maine Army National Guard as they depart Maine for a deployment to Afghanistan. The two fire departments will raise the American Flag at the entrance of the Portland Exposition Building in honor of the men and women of the 133rd and 1035th and their service. A ladder truck from each department will hold the flag aloft as members of the 133rd and 1035th and their families pass underneath and enter the building. The departments’ color guard will stand at attention during the ceremony. “We have a feeling of pride that the 133rd and 1035th have chosen us to be part of their send-off. It is an honor for all of us to be able to recognize these Mainers and their dedication and service to our nation. We hope that the 133rd and 1035th return home safely and soon,” said Portland Fire Chief Jerome LaMoria. For South Portland Fire Chief Kevin Guimond, the ceremony is especially poignant because a former member of the fire department, Andrew Pattle, is among those deploying with the 133rd Engineer Battalion. “He’s really dedicated and I wish him well,” Guimond said, recalling that Pattle left the fire department

to spend evenings with his family and to dedicate himself to his military service. As an engineer, he also fixed fire trucks. “We’re proud of these guys, obviously our hearts and prayers are with them, and we hope for their safe return,” Guimond said. First Sgt. Pattle was unavailable for comment, but Major Michael Steinbuchel with the Maine National Guard called Pattle “a very decorated soldier” whose past service included working with the 251st Engineer Company, also called a Sapper Company, created in 2010 to clear roadside bombs and other “enemy obsta- Members of the 133rd Engineer Battalion rehearse room clearing techniques during Leader’s Validation Training at the Gardiner Training Area on April 2. (Photo courtesy of the Maine Army National Guard) cles.” The 251st Engitrain-up period prior to an overseas unit mobilization was cancelled by neer Company was scheduled to deployment, and literally in the last the U.S. Central Command as a result deploy in September of this year. In few days prior to their departure of President Obama’s order to reduce May, Brigadier General James D. they’re given a few days to spend with U.S. military forces in Afghanistan to Campbell, the Adjutant General of their close family and friends,” Stein30,000 personnel by Oct. 1. Maine, announced that he was notibuchel said. This drawdown of troops pertains fied by the National Guard Bureau “It’s tough duty, but it says someto what the 133rd Engineer Battalion that the planned deployment to thing about the nature of the indiand 1035th Survey and Design Team Afghanistan of the 251st Engineer vidual that wants to serve,” said Scott will be doing in Afghanistan, SteinbuCompany had been cancelled. The Treibitz, spokesman for the Internachel explained. tional Association of Fire Fighters, The 133rd Engineer Battalion will AFL-CIO, CLC. be assigned to “central command Representing 300,000 full-time promaterial retrograde element” — fessional fire fighters and paramedics, which means “they will be assisting in the IAFF publishes honor rolls to firethe moving of equipment and supplies fighters who also serve in the military. as we reduce our forces,” Steinbuchel “There’s a certain bond among said. “It’s to recover equipment and people who serve, and we see it with property in Afghanistan.” First pitch will be thrown by 1st police, too, people in law enforcement, The survey team consists of “highly Lt. Brian McClellan of the Maine and people in public safety,” Treibitz trained engineers” who use survey Army National Guard. Lt. McClelsaid. equipment. They’re under the comlan is deploying to Afghanistan “I really think at the core, it’s the mand of the 133rd, and while techniwith 133rd Engineer Battalion idea that these individuals are comcally a separate unit, their mission is out of Gardiner. This is his second mitted to public service,” he said. to support the engineer battalion “to deployment. Lt. McClellan also conduct their survey deployed to Iraq in 2008. His wife, and design tasks,” Amy, and their three young chilSteinbuchel said. dren will join him on the field. With 164 soldiers During the game, Home Base will between them, the recognize the work of the Northunits will spend nine ern New England Passenger Rail months on deployAuthority and the Wounded Heroes ment. Program of Maine. NNEPRA is “The purpose of providing discounted train fares Saturday rally is an on Amtrak Downeaster to Iraq and opportunity to recogAfghanistan veterans and faminize and honor them lies traveling to Boston for medical and wish them well treatment at Home Base. Wounded as they move off to Heroes of Maine is a strong advoAfghanistan,” Steinbucate for veterans in the state of chel said. Maine; the program has been workThe days leading up ing with Home Base for some time to their departure can now to help connect veterans and be emotional. their families with support ser“Typically, soldiers vices, the press release stated. have an extensive

Maine military personnel to be honored at Hadlock Field Daily Sun Staff Report On Sunday, Aug. 11, more than 100 Maine military service members, veterans and their families will attend a baseball game and barbecue hosted by the Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital Home Base Program and the Portland Sea Dogs, the foundation reported in a press release. This event is designed to raise awareness of Home Base which helps Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and military families heal from the “invisible wounds of war” – post traumatic stress and traumatic brain injury – through clinical care, community education and research, according to the program, www.homebaseprogram.org. The pregame events will start at 12:25 p.m. at Hadlock Field; 271 Park Ave. Portland. Game start time is 1 p.m.

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Officials celebrate opening of new Memorial Bridge Daily Sun Staff Reports

On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administrator Victor Mendez joined New Hampshire Gov. Maggie Hassan, U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., Sen. Kelly Ayotte, R-N.H., Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine and state and local officials to celebrate the opening of the new Memorial Bridge connecting Portsmouth, N.H., and Kittery. The cost of the bridge is $90 million and includes $79.3 million in federal funds, including a $20 million TIGER (Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery) grant, the U.S. DOT reported. The new Memorial Bridge is the first truss bridge in the United States built without gusset plates, which connect bridge beams, or trusses, together. Instead, the metal sections are all uniform in size so they fit together like puzzle pieces through a process called splicing, the agency stated. Shaheen also participated in a ceremonial walk across the bridge from Kittery to Portsmouth. Shaheen worked closely with members of the Maine and New Hampshire delegation to secure $20 million in federal funding to construct the new, innovative lift bridge, her office reported. The Memorial Bridge first opened in August of 1923 but had been closed since 2011 when construction began on the replacement. The new bridge, one of three crossings over the Piscataqua River between Portsmouth and Kittery, replaces the aged Memorial Bridge, which was permanently closed to traffic for safety reasons in July 2011, inconveniencing residents and businesses in the region. Typically 12,100 vehicles used the bridge on a given day. “This bridge is a great example of innovation at work,” said Administrator Mendez said. “It’s excit-

ing to see a project going beyond ‘newer and better’ by using ingenuity and cutting-edge approaches.” The bridge replacement project didn’t go off without a hitch, as work lasted longer than expected. Old Orchard Beach alerted the public that a scheduled bicycle ride to the ribbon cutting from South Berwick, Eliot and Kittery on Thursday was cancelled because the bridge was not open for a crossing in the morning, “contrary to prior notices.” Keith Cota, chief project manager of the New Hampshire Department of Transportation, praised Archer Western and design partner HNTB Inc.

Ecomaine sets record for tons of recycled materials shipped Ecomaine, Southern Maine’s regional waste handler which specializes in recycling and waste-toenergy operations, hit a “high-water mark in July,” sending out 4,322 tons of recycled materials, including plastics, newspaper and metal, to be recycled by manufacturers around the world, the organization reported. The July 2013 total beat the previous record — 3,375 tons, set in August 2012 — by nearly 1,000 tons, Ecomaine reported. Ecomaine General Manager Kevin Roche said the increase reflects the important role that ecomaine plays in the northeastern United States’ recycling infrastructure and the consistently high quality of work performed by ecomaine staffers. “The nature of the recycling business is regional,” Roche said, “and a significant part of the increase we saw last month can be attributed to materials that were brought to ecomaine from outside our service area. Recycling facility operators in the northeast region know that when they reach capacity, more often than not we can help them handle the overflow

because ecomaine employees are some of the best in the business. We get the job done.” The extra material, known as “spot tonnage” in the recycling industry, won’t be there every month, Roche said, but the record-setting month indicates that ecomaine can keep pace with increasing recycling rates locally.

EqualityMaine’s executive director Betsy Smith departing Betsy Smith, longtime executive director of EqualityMaine, will be stepping down, the organization reported. The transition, which has been planned for several months, includes an interim director while the organization searches for a new executive director to carry out a recently announced five-year strategic plan, EqualityMaine reported. In an email to members Wednesday night, EqualityMaine’s Board President Timothy Diehl announced Smith’s departure. “We’re excited about the Smith future, but we’ll certainly miss Betsy,” said Diehl. “Betsy’s extraordinary ability to work in coalition and to build a movement that’s greater than the sum of its parts has been instrumental in Maine’s LGBT rights movement.” During Smith’s tenure as executive director, advancements for the LGBT community have included trans-inclusive non-discrimination protections, strong domestic partner benefits, anti-bullying protections, defeat of a transgender discrimination bill, and the freedom to marry for same-sex couples, the group reported.

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Saturday, Aug. 10 Relentless Belanger benefit concert with Rotors to Rust, Murcielago, and Whitcomb at ASYLUM, 121 Center St., Portland. $8; Doors at 8 p.m. www.portlandasylum.com/concerts MK Ultra, Marrellite, Ginlab at Big Easy, 55 Market St., Portland, $8; Doors at 9 p.m. www.bigeasyportland.com Mary Fahl (of The October Project) at One Longfellow Square, 181 State St., Portland, $25 adv/$28 door; 8 p.m. www.onelongfellowsquare.com Chris Webby at Port City Music Hall, 504 Congress St., Portland. $20; Doors at 8 p.m. www.portcitymusichall.com Leveret (Infinity album release) at the SPACE Gallery, 538 Congress St., Portland, $8; 8:30 p.m. www.space538.org

Sunday, Aug. 11 Relentless Belanger benefit concert with Twisted Roots, 6Gig, and Paranoid Social Club at Big Easy, 55 Market St., Portland, Doors at 9 p.m. www.bigeasyportland.com OLS Sunday Jazz Brunch at One Longfellow Square, 181 State St., Portland, $8; 11 a.m. www.onelongfellowsquare.com

Monday, Aug. 12 Ted Nugent at ASYLUM, 121 Center St., Portland. $39; Doors at 8 p.m. www.portlandasylum.com/concerts Model Airplane at Big Easy, 55 Market St., Portland, $5; Doors at 9 p.m. www.bigeasyportland.com

Joy Kills Sorrow, a Boston-based string band, favors an unpredictable approach relying on musical chemistry and improvisation. See them at One Longfellow Square Friday night. (COURTESY PHOTO) Sick Puppies at the State Theatre, 609 Congress St., Portland. $20 adv/$25 day of show; Doors at 6:30 p.m. www.statetheatreportland.com

Thursday, Aug. 15 Scott Weiland at ASYLUM, 121 Center St., Portland. $35; Doors at 8 p.m. www.portlandasylum.com/concerts A Band Beyond Description at Big Easy, 55 Market St., Portland, Doors at 9 p.m. www.bigeasyportland.com Rachel Ann Weiss at One Longfellow Square, 181 State St., Portland, $10 adv/$12 door; 8 p.m. www.onelongfellowsquare.com

www.onelongfellowsquare.com EOTO at Port City Music Hall, 504 Congress St., Portland. $20; Doors at 8 p.m. www.portcitymusichall.com

Sunday, Aug. 18 Sparks the Rescue at Big Easy, 55 Market St., Portland, $10 adv/$12 day of show; Doors at 5 p.m. www.bigeasyportland.com Mickey Hart Band at Port City Music Hall, 504 Congress St., Portland. $30/$45; Doors at 7 p.m. www.portcitymusichall.com

Friday, Aug. 16 Mash It Up Ska Fest at Big Easy, 55 Market St., Portland, $10/$8; 3 to 8 p.m. (all ages)/9 p.m. (21+) www.bigeasyportland.com

Tuesday, Aug. 13

Sarah Blacker CD Release at One Longfellow Square, 181 State St., Portland, $12 adv/$17 door; 8 p.m. www.onelongfellowsquare.com

Cover to Cover: *A**A**S covering Nirvana’s In Utero at Big Easy, 55 Market St., Portland, $5; 9 p.m. www.bigeasyportland.com

Anna Lombard at Port City Music Hall, 504 Congress St., Portland. $10/$20; Doors at 8 p.m. www.portcitymusichall.com

An Evening with Francine Reed at One Longfellow Square, 181 State St., Portland, $15 adv/$20 door; 8 p.m. www.onelongfellowsquare.com

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Wednesday, Aug. 14

Donavon Frankenreiter at ASYLUM, 121 Center St., Portland. $16; Doors at 8 p.m. www.portlandasylum.com/concerts

Rap Night at Big Easy, 55 Market St., Portland, $3; Doors at 9 p.m. www.bigeasyportland.com

Cats Under the Stars (Jerry Garcia tribute) at One Longfellow Square, 181 State St., Portland, $30 adv/$35 door; 7 p.m.

Sharing stages with the likes of John Fogerty, Ray Lamontagne, and Guster, Anna Lombard’s live performance gives passionate life to her studio precision. She will perform Friday night, Aug. 16 at Port City Music Hall. (COURTESY PHOTO)

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Bartender wins trip to Las Vegas with High Port Cocktail By David Carkhuff THE PORTLAND DAILY SUN

Four ingredients added up to a winning cocktail that will take a Portland bartender to Las Vegas this fall. The U.S. Bartenders’ Guild invited a selection of New England’s best bartending talent to compete in the regional finals of the “Most Imaginative Bartender” competition, sponsored by Bombay Sapphire gin. Henry Jost, bartender at Cantina at El Rayo in Portland, made his signature drink for a panel of judges. The High Port Cocktail won the regional finals, and Jost will now advance to the USBG Bartender Summit in Las

Vegas to be held on Sept. 8, where he will share the stage with 51 of the country’s top bartenders for a chance at the title of “Most Imaginative Bartender.” A win there means a trip to Europe for an opportunity to partic ipate in the World’s Most Imagina tive Bartender Competition which is expected to take place in May 2014. Jost would also make the cover of GQ magazine. Heady stuff for a bartender who only started in April at Cantina at El Rayo. Norine Kotts, general manager at the cantina, a sister property to El Rayo Taqueria at 101 York St., spurred

ABOVE: Henry Jost mixes a High Port Cocktail behind the bar at Cantina at El Rayo in Portland Thurs day. INSET: The drink that won Jost a trip to Las Vegas. (DAVID CARKHUFF PHOTOS)

Jost to enter the competition, he said. “Almost from the first day that I started, she mentioned it,” he said. “It was a new creation,” Jost said of his award-winning cocktail. “I just kind of started out with an idea of ingredients I wanted to use, it ended up slightly different than it started out.” The recipe isn’t a secret: fresh honeydew juice, fresh lemonade infused with three botanicals, juniper berry, coriander seed and orris root; Cocchi Americano Apertif; and Bombay Sapphire gin. “It’s just those four ingredients really, but it’s very well balanced, very nicely balanced, very refreshing,” Jost said. Jost had to mix a High Port Cock-

tail for each of the judges. Jost won the second round of the Bombay Sapphire World’s Most Imaginative Bar Tender competition on Aug. 6. Thursday was his first day back at work after learning about the honor, and he said he has received warm wishes and congratulations in email and on the street. “It’s been a pretty good reception. The local community here I have to say is very warm and inviting, the reception and the camaraderie that I received at the event itself ... they’ve just been super, people are so warm and accepting,” Jost said. Prior to coming to Cantina at El Rayo, Jost said he worked as a bartender at an historical inn in Deer Isle. “I was looking for more energy and more creativity, and I was looking toward Portland, and Portland certainly has that,” he said. Bartending on and off for about 25 years, Jost said he tried other things and found he missed his true calling. His favorite drink? No surprises there. Jost said it “is a close tie between the High Port Cocktail and gin and tonic with Bombay Sapphire gin.”

Today’s Birthdays: Basketball Hall of Famer Bob Cousy is 85. Actress Cynthia Harris is 79. Tennis Hall of Famer Rod Laver is 75. Jazz musician Jack DeJohnette is 71. Comediandirector David Steinberg is 71. Actor Sam Elliott is 69. Singer Barbara Mason is 66. Actress Melanie Griffith is 56. Actress Amanda Bearse is 55. Hockey Hall of Famer Brett Hull is 49. Actor Pat Petersen is 47. Pro and College Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders is 46. Actress Gillian Anderson is 45. Actor Eric Bana is 45. TV anchor Chris Cuomo is 43. Actor Thomas Lennon is 43. Rock musician Arion Salazar is 43. Actress Nikki Schieler Ziering is 42. Actress Liz Vassey is 41. Actor Kevin McKidd is 40. Actress Rhona Mitra is 38. Actor Texas Battle is 37. Actress Jessica Capshaw is 37. Actress Ashley Johnson is 30. Actress Anna Kendrick is 28.

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––––––– ALMANAC ––––––– Today is Friday, Aug. 9, the 221st day of 2013. There are 144 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On Aug. 9, 1974, Vice President Gerald R. Ford became the nation’s 38th chief executive as President Richard Nixon’s resignation took effect. On this date: In 1842, the United States and Canada resolved a border dispute by signing the WebsterAshburton Treaty. In 1854, Henry David Thoreau’s “Walden,” which described Thoreau’s experiences while living near Walden Pond in Massachusetts, was first published. In 1862, during the Civil War, Confederate forces drove back Union troops in the Battle of Cedar Mountain in Culpeper County, Va. In 1902, Edward VII was crowned king of Britain following the death of his mother, Queen Victoria. In 1936, Jesse Owens won his fourth gold medal at the Berlin Olympics as the United States took first place in the 400-meter relay. In 1942, Britain arrested Indian nationalist Mohandas K. Gandhi; he was released in 1944. In 1944, 258 African-American sailors based at Port Chicago, Calif., refused to load a munitions ship following an explosion on another ship that killed 320 men, many of them black. (Fifty of the sailors were convicted of mutiny, fined and imprisoned.) In 1945, three days after the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Japan, the United States exploded a nuclear device over Nagasaki, killing an estimated 74,000 people. In 1969, actress Sharon Tate and four other people were found brutally slain at Tate’s Los Angeles home; cult leader Charles Manson and a group of his followers were later convicted of the crime. In 1982, a federal judge in Washington ordered John W. Hinckley Jr., who’d been acquitted of shooting President Ronald Reagan and three others by reason of insanity, committed to a mental hospital. In 1988, President Ronald Reagan nominated Lauro Cavazos to be secretary of education; Cavazos became the first Hispanic to serve in the Cabinet. In 1995, Jerry Garcia, lead singer of the Grateful Dead, died in Forest Knolls, Calif., of a heart attack at age 53. Ten years ago: The Army fired up its first chemical weapons incinerator located near a residential area, outside Anniston, Ala., to destroy two rockets loaded with enough sarin nerve agent to wipe out a city. Five years ago: Todd Bachman, the father of 2004 volleyball Olympian Elisabeth “Wiz” Bachman, was stabbed to death by a Chinese man in Beijing in an apparently random attack just hours after the start of the Olympic Games. (The assailant took his own life.) One year ago: The United States began a landmark project to clean up dioxin left from Agent Orange at the site of a former U.S. air base in Danang in central Vietnam. At the London Games, Usain Bolt won the 200 meters in 19.32 seconds, making him the only man with two Olympic titles in that event. The U.S. women’s soccer team won the gold medal, avenging one of its most painful defeats with a 2-1 victory over Japan.

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Great Maine Getaway ride to combat MS moves to UNE, unites friends and families By Timothy Gillis

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Riders in the Bike MS: Great Maine Getaway 2013 will enjoy a change of scenery this year, with new start and finish lines and new coastal routes to inspire participants along the ride and help raise money and awareness for multiple sclerosis research. The 29th Annual Bike MS: Great Maine Getaway will be held Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10 and 11. Organized by the National The 29th Annual Multiple Sclerosis Society, Bike MS: Great the ride is moving to the University of New England in Maine Getaway Biddeford. will be held Satur MS, an unpredictable, day and Sunday, often disabling disease of the central nervous system, Aug. 10 and 11. interrupts the flow of inforOrganized by the mation within the brain, and National Multiple between the brain and body. More than 3,000 Maine resiSclerosis Society, dents live with the disease. the ride is moving Several of those struggling to the University with MS took time out to talk about the ride, and what of New England in living with MS has done to Biddeford. their daily lives. Donna McGrew, who was diagnosed with the disease in 2010, at the age of 56, said she was more prepared than most to deal with the difficult news. “My sister, Vicki, was diagnosed two years earlier, when she was 52,” McGrew said. “But there’s no other family history. We were both in our 50s. My sister and I are extremely close. When she was diagnosed, I went to education sessions with her, learned how to give her shots. I knew about the disease so I had that advantage when I was diagnosed.” McGrew, who has worked at the Maine Medical Center for 35 years, visited her sister every night to check on her, and attended group meetings for newly diagnosed patients, so she could know as much as

The 29th Annual Bike MS: Great Maine Getaway will be held Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10 and 11. Organized by the National Multiple Scle rosis Society, the ride is moving to the University of New England in Biddeford. Here, Donna McGrew (right) is shown with her daughter, Katie, who will be riding with her this weekend. Donna McGrew was diagnosed with the disease in 2010. (COURTESY PHOTO)

she could about the disease to help her sister. She went on speaking engagements, and participated in her first MS bike ride. The following year, she had been diagnosed herself, so she entered the bike ride with a dual purpose. She’s part of “Team Cycling Friends,” a team started by Tim Blanchette, another MMC employee,

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Friday, Aug. 9 Mayor Brennan at superintendents retreat

8:30 a.m. Superintendent’s Leadership Conference and Retreat for principals and other administrators in the Portland Public Schools concludes. “Portland Mayor Michael Brennan will give the keynote address on the final day of the week-long conference. He will discuss some of his educational initiatives, such as Growing Portland and Portland ConnectED. He also will talk about the importance of community involvement in helping to ensure that all Portland students graduate prepared for college and careers.” Mayor Brennan will speak on Aug. 9 at 8:30 a.m. The McKernan Center on the campus of Southern Maine Community College. The theme of the retreat is Leadership Excellence Across the District (L.E.A.D.).

Cumberland Arts & Crafts Show

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 44th Annual Cumberland Arts & Crafts Show, Aug. 8-11, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Where else can you see their work and talk to over 250 talented Maine Artisans? Only at Maine’s largest Arts & Crafts Show in the State. Join us for four full days in August at the Cumberland Fairgrounds. Admission: $4. Tickets at: door. Email: info@ unitedmainecraftsmen.com. Web: www.unitedmainecraftsmen.com. Maine’s largest Arts & Crafts Show, featuring many talented Maine Artisans selling their handcraft products. Rain or Shine. Ample Free Parking. Youth Crafters — Here is your opportunity to show your craft. On Saturday, August 10 from 9-5 you will be able to rent table space for only $10.”

Chamberlain Days in Brunswick

10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pejepscot Historical Society’s Chamberlain Days in Brunswick. Aug. 9-11. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. “This year’s Chamberlain Days (a biannual event) will be particularly robust as PHS marks the Civil War Sesquicentennial, including the 150th anniversary of Brunswick’s own Joshua Chamberlain’s distinguished service at the Battle of Gettysburg. Guests will be invited to explore the encampment of Civil War reenactors on Brunswick’s downtown mall, to enjoy presentations on Civil War history and performances of Civil War music and readings, to follow knowledgeable guides on history walking tours, and to bid on Civil War art and artifacts at a Saturday afternoon auction. The keynote address, featuring Harriet Beecher Stowe and the ‘Lane rebels,’ will be delivered by Scott Reynolds Nelson, Legum Professor of History at the College of William and Mary. A downeast reception will be held at the Captain Daniel Stone Inn on Saturday evening. All reception guests will be entered into a prize raffle. Pejepscot Historical Society is pleased to present Chamberlain Days 2013 on the same weekend as Bowdoin College’s Civil War Alumni College, and invites guests to partake of both events. As part of the Chamberlain Days festivities, Bowdoin will open the Harriet Beecher Stowe house to visitors, allowing a rare peek at the home where Stowe began writing Uncle Tom’s Cabin. For further details and registration information, please visit www.pejepscothistorical.org.”

Saint Joseph’s hosts Summer Day open house

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. “The Office of Admission at Saint Joseph’s College will host its Summer Day open house for prospective students to tour the campus and learn more about the College’s academics, admissions and financial aid options, and student life opportunities. A barbecue will be provided in the College’s cafeteria, Pearson’s Café. The open house runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Harold Alfond Center at the College’s campus on Sebago Lake in Standish.” For more information and to register, call 1-800-338-7057 or 893-7746, or email admissions@sjcme.edu. For more, visit www.sjcme.edu.

Susan Lebel Young at the Portland Public Library

noon to 1 p.m. Susan Lebel Young, “Food Fix.” Portland Public Library, Friday Local Author Series held from noon to 1 p.m. in the Main Library’s Meeting Room 5. http://www. portlandlibrary.com

‘Mary Poppins’ in Brunswick

2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. “‘Mary Poppins,’ Disney’s family classic filled with magic, music, dance and flying! Maine State Music Theatre, Brunswick. $52 to $59. Msmt.org.” Wednesday 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Thursday 7:30 p.m.; Friday 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Aug. 7-24.

‘Romeo and Juliet’ in the park

Maine State Music Theatre in Brunswick brings the 55th season of professional musical theater to a close with Cameron Mackintosh and Dis ney’s family favorite, “Mary Poppins.” Lauren Blackman andTyler Hanes as Mary Poppins and Bert. (Photo by Audra Hatch Photography) relevant manner for the audience of today. Fenix Theatre Company exists to provide the southern Maine community access to free classical theater in the beauty of Deering Oaks. We thrive on the unique collaboration between audience and performer found in outdoor theater. We value showcasing the passion and brilliance of local artists.” http://www.fenixtheatre.com/#!

tival Choir, Brass Ensemble, Percussion, Thomas Matrone, Albert Melton, Brett Alan Judson, Festival Organist, Darlene Matrone, Festival Pianist, Scott Perkins, Wendell Scott Purrington, Chris Thompson, Soloists, Mary Carol Kennedy, Flutist, Lars Gjerde, Pianist, Terrie Harman, Mark Thallander, Organists. www.markthallanderfoundation.org. http://cathedralofstluke.episcopalmaine.org/index.html

7 p.m. “A scenic downtown race over the Eastern Promenade in beautiful Portland, Maine. The first 200 runners who register to race receive a singlet and all are entered into a postrace raffle. Race proceeds benefit St. Peter’s Church. The race is only the beginning of the annual Saint Rocco’s Italian Street Festival taking place Saturday and Sunday evenings with games of chance, Italian food (especially the homemade cookies), music, and fun. Make a weekend out of it and help support a great cause. — See more at: http://mainetrackclub. com/ai1ec_event/st-peters-road-race/?instance_id#sthash. QxjLnac4.dpuf.” For runners who want to avoid race day rush you may register and/or pick up your packet Thursday, August 9th between 5:00 p.m. and 6:55 p.m. at Maine Running Company (New Location: 309 Marginal Way) - See more at: http://mainetrackclub.com/ai1ec_event/st-peters-roadrace/?instance_id#sthash.QxjLnac4.dpuf. Kids race start time: 6:30 p.m. (no T-shirts). $15 preregistration or $20 on race day for 4-miler; $5 for kids’ run - See more at: http://mainetrackclub.com/ai1ec_event/st-peters-road-race/?instance_ id#sthash.QxjLnac4.dpuf

8 p.m. Clay Aiken in ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ at the Ogunquit Playhouse. “The Playhouse is going Technicolor with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s irresistible story of Joseph, his jealous brothers and one very colorful garment. The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable.” July 31 – Aug 25. http://www.ogunquitplayhouse.org/2013season/joseph

27th annual Saint Peter’s Four Mile Road Race

C. J. Box and Paul Doiron

7 p.m. Brown Bag Lecture Series with C. J. Box and Paul Doiron, ‘The Highway/Massacre Pond,’ special day and time of Friday, Aug. 9, 7 p.m., Rines Auditorium, Portland Public Library. http://www.portlandlibrary.com

Celebration of Life and Faith

7 p.m. Cathedral Church of Saint Luke, Portland, Friday, Aug. 9, at 7 p.m. Festive Duet Program; Organ Duet, Albert Melton, Randall Mullin; Organ Duet, Albert Melton, Mark Thallander; Two Piano Concerto, Lars Gjerde, Darlene Matrone; Pianists, Thomas Matrone, Conductor; Vocal Duets, Scott Perkins, Tenor, Chris Thompson, Baritone; DaPonte String Quartet, Ferdinand Liva, Lydia Forbes; Kirsten Monke, Myles Jordan, Karol Bennett. Saturday, Aug. 10, 7 p.m. Encore Music Creations, Brett Alan Judson, Lars Gjerde, Scott Perkins. Sunday, Aug. 11, at 7 p.m. Fes-

‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’

Saturday, Aug. 10 Portland Farmer’s Market

7 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Summer markets dates are: Saturdays from April 27 through early December and then switch to indoors. The Wednesday market is full with farmers from late April/May through December, and continues on with some farmers selling outdoors throughout the winter.” Saturdays, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Wednesdays, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. “National Farmers Market Week is here to help celebrate the growing consumer demand for healthy, locally grown foods. Throughout Maine, farmers markets are in full swing, delivering farm-fresh, healthy products to meet growing demand. There are currently between 109-120 farmers’ markets in Maine. The number in 2012 was approximately 100, up from 63 recorded markets in 2007. The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) supports and promotes the growth of farmers markets as a means of connecting local consumers and Maine food and farm products. In 2000, the Agricultural Resource Division initiated the popular “Get Real, Get Maine” promotional campaign to encourage consumers and wholesale buyers to purchase Maine food and farm products. That website, www.getrealmaine.com features a searchable database of farms and a listing of farmers markets.” http:// www.portlandmainefarmersmarket.org see next page

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Bike MS: Great Maine Getaway

7:30 a.m. “The 29th annual Bike MS: Great Maine Getaway, to be held Aug.10-11, will be moving to Biddeford, one of Maine’s finest coastal destinations. During this two-day ride, cyclists will experience the beauty of Maine’s southern coastline, including an up close look at ‘Walkers Point,’ the summer home of President George H.W. Bush. With the University of New England as our host for the weekend, you’ll be treated to priceless views of the Atlantic Ocean as you begin and end your ride Saturday and Sunday. UNE even has their own private beach to take in a sunrise or enjoy after your ride. Whether you’re looking for a destination weekend away with friends or family, you are an experienced cyclist or a novice, we have a great choice of routes for you ranging from 25 to 100 miles. Rider checkin begins Friday night with accommodations available at UNE. You can also just join us bright and early Saturday morning before hitting the road. When you return, enjoy the festivities with food, music and massage. The fun continues Saturday evening with an awards ceremony and dinner. On Sunday enjoy a full breakfast and then head out for another beautiful ride. When you return, top off a great weekend with a Maine lobster at our traditional Lobster Bake.” http://bikemam.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR/Bike/ MAMBikeEvents?fr_id=19743&pg=entry

Orr’s & Bailey Islands Fire Dept. yard sale, auction

8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Orr’s & Bailey Islands Fire Department Annual Yard Sale and Auction. “Come participate in a unique community tradition as the The Orr’s & Bailey Islands Fire Department holds its annual auction and yard sale on August 10 and 11 at the fire station at 1600 Harpswell Islands Road, Route 24, Orr’s Island. A giant yard sale and silent auction will run from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. The live auction of antiques and other donated items will begin at 10 a.m. on Sunday, with preview and registration beginning at 9 a.m. Breakfast and lunch will be available both days. All proceeds benefit the Orr’s & Bailey Islands Fire Department, which serves Orr’s, Bailey and part of Great Island in Harpswell. For more information, or assistance in donating items, please call 833-5405 on weekends.” www.obifd.org

Southern Maine Pagan Pride Day

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The 10th Annual Southern Maine Pagan Pride Day event will take place Saturday, Aug. 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Allen Avenue Unitarian Universalist Church at 524 Allen Avenue in Portland. “Southern Maine Pagan Pride Day is just one part of the Pagan Pride Project that features hundreds of Pride events all over the world, joining thousands of Pagans together to celebrate diversity within spirituality and bringing awareness about the peaceful paths of Paganism to all who want to participate. The Pagan Pride Project is a non-profit organization whose mission is to foster pride in Pagan identity through education, activism, charity, and community. Each Pagan Pride event is required to collect food donations for a local charity. SMPPD’s chosen charities this year are Project FEED in Portland (www.projectfeed.org), in partnership with Allen Avenue Unitarian Universalist Church, and the Pet Food Pantry at the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland (www.arlgp.org). ... SMPPD will feature workshops on various topics, live performances, vendors, a Harvest Ritual, and the first annual Bardic Competition. Activities for children will be presented throughout the day, as well. ... A complete schedule of events is available at www.mainepaganprideday.org.”

Cumberland Arts & Crafts Show

Chamberlain Days in Brunswick

9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Pejepscot Historical Society’s Chamberlain Days in Brunswick. Aug. 9-11. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. “This year’s Chamberlain Days (a biannual event) will be particularly robust as PHS marks the Civil War Sesquicentennial, including the 150th anniversary of Brunswick’s own Joshua Chamberlain’s distinguished service at the Battle of Gettysburg. Guests will be invited to explore the encampment

of Civil War reenactors on Brunswick’s downtown mall, to enjoy presentations on Civil War history and performances of Civil War music and readings, to follow knowledgeable guides on history walking tours, and to bid on Civil War art and artifacts at a Saturday afternoon auction. The keynote address, featuring Harriet Beecher Stowe and the ‘Lane rebels,’ will be delivered by Scott Reynolds Nelson, Legum Professor of History at the College of William and Mary. A downeast reception will be held at the Captain Daniel Stone Inn on Saturday evening. All reception guests will be entered into a prize raffle. Pejepscot Historical Society is pleased to present Chamberlain Days 2013 on the same weekend as Bowdoin College’s Civil War Alumni College, and invites guests to partake of both events. As part of the Chamberlain Days festivities, Bowdoin will open the Harriet Beecher Stowe house to visitors, allowing a rare peek at the home where Stowe began writing Uncle Tom’s Cabin. For further details and registration information, please visit www.pejepscothistorical.org.”

shot twenty children and six adults before taking his own life. The attack devastated the town of Newtown, Connecticut and the nation, who mourned with the parents and loved ones of those killed. ... The memorial, made of granite, concrete, seashells has the names of the victims and small illuminated angels etched into the base. Richard Gray who now lives in Florida was moved by the tragedy and wanted to create a memorial that could be a gift from the people of Maine. The memorial will travel from Northern Maine to Newtown Connecticut over the weekend and the Town of Newton will accept the memorial on Sunday.” Portland Fire Department Central Station, 380 Congress St., Portland, 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. The Sandy Hook Elementary Memorial also is coming to the Old Orchard Beach Fire Department, Saco Avenue, Old Orchard Beach, to be displayed from 4:45 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. “We are one of seven Maine fire departments showing off this great tribute to the children of Sandy Hook Elementary,” Old Orchard Beach staff reported.

9:25 a.m. “Portland Mayor Michael Brennan and Governor Paul LePage along with the Portland and South Portland Fire Departments and other community groups will participate in a send-off ceremony for the soldiers of the 133rd Engineer Battalion, which includes a former South Portland firefighter, and 1035th Survey and Design Team of the Maine Army National Guard as they depart Maine for a deployment to Afghanistan. The two fire departments will raise the American Flag at the entrance of the Portland Exposition Building in honor of the men and women of the 133rd and 1035th and their service. A ladder truck from each department will hold the flag aloft as members of the 133rd and 1035th and their families pass underneath and enter the building. The departments’ color guard will stand at attention during the ceremony. Portland Exposition Building, 269 Park Ave., Portland.” www.portlandmaine.gov

5 p.m. to 10 p.m. “Nearly 6,000 cookies, close to 300 sheets of pizza and an assortment of other Italian dishes and delicacies are sure to please an expected crowd of over 20,000 people at this weekend’s 88th Annual St. Peter’s Italian Bazaar, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday (August 10-11) at the corner of Federal and India Streets in Portland. ... The old-fashioned neighborhood street festival, a celebration of heritage, family and faith, is held in the middle of August each year to commemorate the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Feast of Saint Rocco. It begins with Saturday evening Mass followed by a procession during which the statues of Saint Rocco and the Blessed Mother are carried into the street. The Bazaar, which raises money for St. Peter Parish, also features traditional carnival games, live music and the famous ‘greased pole’. The goal is to climb to the top of a metal flagpole which is covered in axle grease. The thrilling scene always draws a huge crowd of amazed spectators. Here is the schedule for the 88th Annual St. Peter’s Italian Bazaar: Saturday, August 10 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday, August 11 4 p.m.-9 p.m. (Food available at 1 p.m.). The 27th annual St. Peter’s Four Mile Road Race is set for Friday night. To register, log on to: http://mainetrackclub.com/ai1ec_event/st-peters-roadrace/?instance_id.”

Ceremony for soldiers deployed to Afghanistan

Donations & Family Fun Day with Bob’s

10 a.m. to 2 p.m. “Bob’s Discount Furniture invites area residents to its South Portland, Maine, furniture store on Saturday, Aug. 10, for a day of free family fun. During the event, Bob’s will show its appreciation for the community’s support by presenting checks totaling $11,500 to seven local schools and two local nonprofit groups as part of the company’s Outreach program. Cathy Poulin, Bob’s public relations director, will present a total of $7,000 to seven area schools to support their arts and education programs. These funds are made possible by customer donations through collection jars at the cafes located in all Bob’s stores, which offer free refreshments (including gourmet coffee and cookies) to all Bob’s shoppers. She’ll also present $3,000 to LaDawn Therapeutic Riding Center and $1,500 to The Center for Grieving Children. LaDawn Therapeutic Riding Center will offer pony rides for children. Kids entertainment, including balloons, face painting and inflatable moon bounce and basketball games, will be available at no charge. ‘Heavenly Skies & Lullabies’ book giveaway. Complimentary refreshments will be served at the store’s cafe. The festivities will start with a 10 a.m. donation presentation and continue until 2 p.m.” Free, Bob’s Discount Furniture, 333 Clarks Pond Parkway, South Portland.

Adoptable Dogs in Biddeford

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Animal Welfare Society Mobile Adoption Team will visit PetSmart, 208 Mariner Way in Biddeford Crossing with adoptable dogs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Animal Welfare Society. www.animalwelfaresociety.org, 985-3244, ext. 117, or PetSmart at 283-6546.

Maine Wildlife Park Pow Wow

noon. “The Maine Wildlife Park in Gray has scheduled their very popular annual Pow Wow for Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10 and 11. There will be several new features at this year’s event. The Host Drum will be the Burnurwurbskek Singers and the Flute Player will be the well-known Joseph Firecrow. Grand Entry will occur at noon each day, again with our resident live Bald Eagle participating. The Penobscot tribe, together with the Mi’kmaq, Maliseet, Passamaquoddy, and Abenaki Indians, were once members of the old Wabanaki Confederacy. The Abenaki” and ‘Wabanaki’ have the same Algonquian root, meaning ‘people from the east.’ There are approximately 3,000 Penobscot Indians now, most of whom live in Maine.” See www.mainewildlifepark.com for details.

Sandy Hook Memorial viewing

3:15 p.m. “This Saturday, the Portland Fire Department Central fire station will host the Sandy Hook Memorial, a gift from the people of Maine to the residents of Newtown, Connecticut. The Portland Fire Department will be one of seven fire departments in the State to host the impressive tribute to the students and staff killed at the Sandy Hook Elementary school. Members of the public invited to view the memorial while it is at the fire station. December 14, 2012 will be forever remembered as the tragic day Adam Lanza entered Sandy Hook Elementary school and fatally

The 88th annual St. Peter’s Italian Bazaar

Love On The Run at Deering Oaks

6 p.m. “Come celebrate at the Love On The Run — a run for adventurous singles and fun loving couples. This non-timed event is your chance to enjoy the social side of running, without any pressure from the clock. Love On The Run is an exciting chance for singles to make a connection, and for couples to rekindle their romance. It starts and finishes at University of Southern Maine’s Sullivan Gym and follows a 5k course that winds through Deering Oaks Park and the surrounding neighborhoods. There will be a fabulous post-run party at to keep the fun going long after crossing the finish line! American Heart Association Maine Chapter is the race beneficiary.” University of Southern Maine, 66 Falmouth St., Portland. $25 before the event, $30 on event day. www.loveontherun5k.com

‘Romeo and Juliet’ in the park

6:30 p.m. “Romeo and Juliet” — Shakespeare in the Park, Fenix Theatre Co. is proud to present William Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 6:30 p.m. through Aug 10 in Deering Oaks Park All shows are free to the public. “We are a group of artists dedicated to staging the classics of theater in the most compelling and relevant manner for the audience of today. Fenix Theatre Company exists to provide the southern Maine community access to free classical theater in the beauty of Deering Oaks. We thrive on the unique collaboration between audience and performer found in outdoor theater. We value showcasing the passion and brilliance of local artists.” http://www.fenixtheatre.com/#!

Vivaldi’s ‘The Four Seasons’ and Ravel with PCMF

7 p.m. Portland Chamber Music Festival Pre-Concert Lecture with Professor Dan Sonenberg, 7 p.m. Concert at 8 p.m. “Violinist Frank Huang, Concertmaster of the Houston Symphony, is the featured soloist in Vivaldi’s ‘The Four Seasons.’ Mr. Huang, who returns to PCMF for his third summer, was the winner of the Naumburg and Hannover International Violin Competitions — and we can’t wait for you to hear him play this true masterpiece of the Baroque period. Earlier in the evening, we bring you Ravel’s ‘Mother Goose Suite,’ in this intimate arrangement for strings and piano. We also introduce the winner of our sixth international Composers Competition, chosen from this year’s field of 175 applicants. Abromson Center, University of Southern Maine, 88 Bedford St., Portland. http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/351344 or www.pcmf.org see next page

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Pirate Mystery Cruise in Naples

7 p.m. Mystery for Hire presents “Who Killed Jolly Roger?” — A Pirate Mystery Cruise, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the Causeway in Naples. Tickets are $29.95 per person which includes only the mystery show and the cruise. Cash bar and food court available on the boat. For tickets, go to www.mysteryforhire.com. For info: 998-2472

4Elements of Hip Hop arts festival

7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. “Port Veritas hosts its sixth annual 4Elements of Hip Hop arts festival. The evening includes performances by local musical acts: Violently Ill, Immense Porpoise, and Twins Aries, as well as live graffiti art demo’s, Bboys & DJ’s and is hosted by Chicago based and nationally touring spoken word poet Billy Tuggle, and a few surprise special guests! Merch and Art raffles and auctions as well! This is an all ages event, $7-$10 at the door (sliding scale).” Rising Tide Brewing Company, 103 Fox St., Portland.

Celebration of Life and Faith

7 p.m. Cathedral Church of Saint Luke, Portland, continues. Saturday, Aug. 10, 7 p.m. Encore Music Creations, Brett Alan Judson, Lars Gjerde, Scott Perkins. Sunday, Aug. 11, at 7 p.m. Festival Choir, Brass Ensemble, Percussion, Thomas Matrone, Albert Melton, Brett Alan Judson, Festival Organist, Darlene Matrone, Festival Pianist, Scott Perkins, Wendell Scott Purrington, Chris Thompson, Soloists, Mary Carol Kennedy, Flutist, Lars Gjerde, Pianist, Terrie Harman, Mark Thallander, Organists. www.markthallanderfoundation.org. http://cathedralofstluke.episcopalmaine. org/index.html

Truth About Daisies on Peaks Island

7:30 p.m. Truth About Daisies — Ronda Dale, Sheila McKinley, Doug Swift — with special guest: Brad Strause. Fifth Maine Regiment Museum, 45 Seashore Ave., Peaks Island; $12 per person. “Truth About Daisies features songwriters Sheila McKinley and Doug Swift, as well as the beautiful harmonies and bass riffs of Ronda Dale. The band thrives on vocal harmonization and a wide palette of songwriting, ranging from folk to reggae, ballads to rock jams. Special guest Brad Strause joins the group with his brand of contemporary folk music. The Fifth Maine Regiment Museum is a nonprofit museum and cultural center housed in the 1888 Fifth Maine Regiment Memorial Hall.”

Donna McGrew (center) and her children, Katie Widerstrom and Matthew Williams will participate in the 29th annual Bike MS: Great Maine Getaway, to be held Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10 and 11. Organized by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, the ride is moving to the University of New England in Biddeford. For a story on the event, see page 15. (COURTESY PHOTO)

7:30 p.m. “‘Mary Poppins,’ Disney’s family classic filled with magic, music, dance and flying! Maine State Music Theatre, Brunswick. $52 to $59. Msmt.org.” Wednesday 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Thursday 7:30 p.m.; Friday 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Aug. 7-24.

2 p.m. Clay Aiken in ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ at the Ogunquit Playhouse. “The Playhouse is going Technicolor with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s irresistible story of Joseph, his jealous brothers and one very colorful garment. The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable.” July 31 – Aug 25. http://www.ogunquitplayhouse.org/2013season/joseph

‘Mary Poppins’ in Brunswick

L.L.Bean free concert by Guster

7:30 p.m. “This alternative rock band has become famous for its original lyrics, complex vocal harmonies and often humorous live performances.” L.L.Bean Discovery Park, 95 Main St., Freeport. Free. www.llbean.com/summer

‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’

8:30 p.m. Clay Aiken in ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ at the Ogunquit Playhouse. “The Playhouse is going Technicolor with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s irresistible story of Joseph, his jealous brothers and one very colorful garment. The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable.” July 31 – Aug 25. http://www. ogunquitplayhouse.org/2013season/joseph

Sunday, Aug. 11 Chamberlain Days in Brunswick

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pejepscot Historical Society’s Chamberlain Days in Brunswick. Aug. 9-11. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. “This year’s Chamberlain Days (a biannual event) will be particularly robust as PHS marks the Civil War Sesquicentennial, including the 150th anniversary of Brunswick’s own Joshua Chamberlain’s distinguished service at the Battle of Gettysburg. Guests will be invited to explore the encampment of Civil War reenactors on Brunswick’s downtown mall, to enjoy presentations on Civil War history and performances of Civil War music and readings, to follow knowledgeable guides on history walking tours, and to bid on Civil War art and artifacts at a Saturday afternoon auction. The keynote address, featuring Harriet Beecher Stowe and the ‘Lane rebels,’ will be delivered by Scott Reynolds Nelson, Legum Professor of History at the College of William and Mary. A downeast reception will be held at the Captain Daniel Stone Inn on Saturday evening. All reception guests will be entered into a prize raffle. Pejepscot Historical Society is pleased to present Chamberlain Days 2013 on the same

weekend as Bowdoin College’s Civil War Alumni College, and invites guests to partake of both events. As part of the Chamberlain Days festivities, Bowdoin will open the Harriet Beecher Stowe house to visitors, allowing a rare peek at the home where Stowe began writing Uncle Tom’s Cabin. For further details and registration information, please visit www.pejepscothistorical.org.”

Cumberland Arts & Crafts Show

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 44th Annual Cumberland Arts & Crafts Show, Aug. 8-11, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Where else can you see their work and talk to over 250 talented Maine Artisans? Only at Maine’s largest Arts & Crafts Show in the State. Join us for four full days in August at the Cumberland Fairgrounds. Admission: $4. Tickets at: door. Email: info@ unitedmainecraftsmen.com. Web: www.unitedmainecraftsmen.com. Maine’s largest Arts & Crafts Show, featuring many talented Maine Artisans selling their handcraft products. Rain or Shine. Ample Free Parking. Youth Crafters — Here is your opportunity to show your craft. On Saturday, August 10 from 9-5 you will be able to rent table space for only $10.”

Mind Body Spirit Festival

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mind Body Spirit Festival at the Hilton Garden Inn, in Freeport. “Enjoy this festival of holistic health practitioners, readings from psychics and mediums, animal communicator, medical intuitive, energy healing, aura photography, Reiki, massage, gems, jewelry, workshops, and more. Hilton Garden Inn, Freeport, Maine $5 admission includes most workshops. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Habitat for Humanity.” For information visit website: www.mindbodyspiritfestival.org or call 314-1499

Chamber Music Festival’s Children’s Concert

noon. “The Portland Chamber Music Festival’s annual Children’s Concert provides local children exposure to excellent live chamber music presented by acclaimed performers with a strong commitment to education and a great sense of joy in sharing music with our youngest audiences. With special pre-concert activities in the lobby beginning at 11 a.m. A fun, interactive concert featuring PCMF Musicians and host Theodore Wiprud, Vice President, Education, at the New York Philharmonic. This program is designed for children from age 3 to 7 and their families. Free, No Tickets Required. FMI: 1 (800) 320-0257, Abromson Center, University of Southern Maine, 88 Bedford St., Portland. www.pcmf.org

‘Mary Poppins’ in Brunswick

2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. “‘Mary Poppins,’ Disney’s family classic filled with magic, music, dance and flying! Maine State Music Theatre, Brunswick. $52 to $59. Msmt.org.” Wednes-

day 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Thursday 7:30 p.m.; Friday 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Saturday 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; Aug. 7-24.

‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’

The 88th annual St. Peter’s Italian Bazaar

4 p.m. to 9 p.m. “Nearly 6,000 cookies, close to 300 sheets of pizza and an assortment of other Italian dishes and delicacies are sure to please an expected crowd of over 20,000 people at this weekend’s 88th Annual St. Peter’s Italian Bazaar, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday (August 10-11) at the corner of Federal and India Streets in Portland. ... The old-fashioned neighborhood street festival, a celebration of heritage, family and faith, is held in the middle of August each year to commemorate the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Feast of Saint Rocco. It begins with Saturday evening Mass followed by a procession during which the statues of Saint Rocco and the Blessed Mother are carried into the street. The Bazaar, which raises money for St. Peter Parish, also features traditional carnival games, live music and the famous ‘greased pole’. The goal is to climb to the top of a metal flagpole which is covered in axle grease. The thrilling scene always draws a huge crowd of amazed spectators. Here is the schedule for the 88th Annual St. Peter’s Italian Bazaar: Saturday, August 10 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday, August 11 4 p.m.-9 p.m. (Food available at 1 p.m.). The 27th annual St. Peter’s Four Mile Road Race is set for Friday night. To register, log on to: http://mainetrackclub.com/ai1ec_event/st-peters-roadrace/?instance_id.”

Celebration of Life and Faith

7 p.m. Cathedral Church of Saint Luke, Portland, concludes. Sunday, Aug. 11, at 7 p.m. Festival Choir, Brass Ensemble, Percussion, Thomas Matrone, Albert Melton, Brett Alan Judson, Festival Organist, Darlene Matrone, Festival Pianist, Scott Perkins, Wendell Scott Purrington, Chris Thompson, Soloists, Mary Carol Kennedy, Flutist, Lars Gjerde, Pianist, Terrie Harman, Mark Thallander, Organists. www.markthallanderfoundation.org. http://cathedralofstluke.episcopalmaine.org/index.html see next page

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Monday, Aug. 12 Maine Squeeze Accordion Ensemble cruise on Casco Bay

5:45 p.m. “A rare opportunity to take a sunset sail on the sailboat Wendameen on Monday, August 12, and the Maine Squeeze Accordion Ensemble will be playing for the cruise. You can bring your own drinks and appetizers or snacks. It has been loads of fun in past years, especially if groups of friends get together and join in. Details and how to reserve spots are below. Nancy 3. Hoffman and Janine Blatt (islanders) will be playing with the group. Others are Sally Trice, Barb Truex, Alina Blakesley, Peter Blackstone and Alex Dvorsk. The Wendameen accommodates 48 guests. We are planning on departing the Maine State Pier at 5:45 p.m. and then head over to Peaks Island. We should arrive at Peaks Island around 6:15 p.m. and board other guests and depart for a two hour sail. We will drop off at Peaks at 8:15 p.m. and arrive back in Portland around 8:45 p.m. The price for this special music cruise is $44. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made through the website, www.portlandschooner.com, or by calling 766-2500.”

Footlight Follies in Brunswick

6:45 p.m. “Maine State Music Theatre presents the Footlight Follies, a show so big it starts outside the theater! This one-nightonly cabaret of songs, skits and silliness will be performed Monday, August 12 at 7:30 p.m. Hosted by CBS 13News Anchor, Kim Block and local diva, Tory Ryden, this Maine State Music Theatre fundraiser will feature the best and ‘delightfully unique’ talent by a variety of regional entertainers including the Maine State Music Theatre company, Board of Trustees and guests from seasons past. Audiences will experience a variety of vocalists, humorists, musicians, dancers, impersonators, and even juggling unicyclists. Featured entertainment includes Scott Moreau sings Johnny Cash, Good Time Sound, Back Bay Four, Jim Chard and the Windy Ridge Band, Woodside One Wheelers, Vox Nova Chamber Choir, Peter Alexander as Jimmy Hendrix. and much more. Beginning at 6:45 p.m., the fun begins as soon as you walk on the Bowdoin Campus. With seven separate playing areas, patrons will see a variety of buskers at their best, each presenting an eclectic glimpse of their special talents before you go into the Pickard Theater. ... Sponsored by Criterium Engineers, The Highlands and Highland Green. Footlight Follies will be performed at the Pickard Theater on the Bowdoin Campus, 1 Bath Road in Brunswick.” For more information and to purchase seats, call 725-8760 or go to www.msmt.org.

Tuesday, Aug. 13 Spurwink Treatment session

4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Spurwink Treatment, 62 Darling Ave., South Portland. Drop in to learn about becoming a Spurwink Treatment Foster Parent. roconnor@spurwink. org; www.spurwink.org/fostercare

Sebago Long Lake Music Festiva

7.30 p.m. Deertrees Theatre in Harrison hosts the fifth and final concert of the Sebago Long Lake Music Festival. For program details, visit www.deertreestheatre. org and for tickets, call 583-6747.

Wednesday Aug. 14 ‘The White Man’s Grave’ at MCMA

noon. The Maine Charitable Mechanic Association presents a noontime lunch lecture, “The White Man’s Grave” — a jungle journal, a story of Sierra Leone, by Mike

Plaisted. “Mike Plaisted is a Maine native who attended U of Iowa writer’s workshop and is trying to spread an understanding of humanity through this journal. ‘Though villagers are different from us we have more in common than we have differences. We all bleed red.’” Bring a lunch, dessert, coffee and tea provided. http://www.mainecharitablemechanicassociation.com

USM Prior Learning Assessment

5 p.m. to 7 p.m. “The University of Southern Maine is hosting two public meetings to give those interested in pursuing a college degree the opportunity to find out if they can earn college credit for knowledge and skills gained outside the traditional classroom. The first session will take place from 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, August 14 in Room 283, USM Lewiston-Auburn College, 51 Westminster St., Lewiston. A second session will take place from 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, August 28 in Room 213, USM Abromson Center, 88 Bedford St., Portland. To register or for more information, contact Kate Mitchell, USM Prior Learning Assessment at katem@usm. maine.edu or 780-4663, 1-800-800-4USM, ext 4663, TTY 207-780-5646. Studies have shown that college graduates have more employment options, higher starting salaries, and more job security than those without degrees. Students who receive credit for life experiences are more likely to complete their degrees.” For more information about USM’s Prior Learning Assessment program, visit Prior Learning Assessment at http://www. usm.maine.edu/pla

Thursday, Aug. 15 Hampstead Stage Company

2 p.m. and 7.30 p.m. Deertrees Theatre in Harrison welcomes the return of the popular Hampstead Stage Company with two performances for family audiences. “In the afternoon at 2 p.m. they present ‘The Secret Garden.’ Based on Frances Hodgson Burnett’s classic book, of the same name. Mary Lennox unlocks the secret garden and heals the brokenness around her. Then at 7.30 p.m. the company presents ‘Nicholas Nickleby.’ This Charles

Dickens classic is said to be amongst his greatest masterpieces. It tells of a young teacher, Nicholas, who searches for a better life after being separated from his family. Through the help of an acting instructor, Vincent Crummles, he discovers a love for theatre and a way to rise above his poverty. Nicholas travels from London to America, enabling him to overcome adversity and reunite the Nickleby family. The evening concludes with a reading of ‘The Signal Man,’ a classic Dickensian ghost story performed by Andrew Harris, the theatre’s Executive Director.” For program details, visit www. deertreestheatre.org.

WENA’s annual picnic

6:30 p.m. West End Neighborhood Association annual picnic. We hope you’ll attend this potluck event, Clark Street Park (between Danforth and Salem). Potluck, WENA will provide provide paper plates, napkins and cutlery. “Come meet your neighbors, catch up on the news and discover this delightful small park in the West End!” Regular monthly meetings of WENA will resume on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the upstairs Community Room of Reiche Community Center.

Kim MacIsaac at the Fifth Maine

7 p.m. Illustrated lecture with Kim MacIsaac, Fifth Maine curator, Wednesday Aug. 14, 7 p.m. Fifth Maine Regiment Museum, 45 Seashore Ave., Peaks Island; $5 per person. “The evolution of Peaks Island from a seasonal fishing station to a diverse residential neighborhood in the city of Portland is both fascinating and complex. Fifth Maine curator Kim MacIsaac presents the story of the many lives of the island over the past 350 years.” The Fifth Maine Regiment Museum is a nonprofit museum and cultural center housed in the 1888 Fifth Maine Regiment Memorial Hall.

Eastern Promenade Concert Series

7 p.m. Friends Of Eastern Promenade Concert Series, sponsored by the Friends of Eastern Promenade and area businesses. Concerts last approximately one hour. Please note: Due to Fort Allen Park undergoing renovations, concerts this summer are held at Fort Sumner Park, North Street (in case of inclement weather, concert canceled). Thursday, Aug. 15, 7 p.m. The Kenya Hall Band (Funk / NeoSoul); Thursday, Aug. 22, 7 p.m. North of Nashville (Outlaw Country/American Roots); Thursday, Aug. 29, 7 p.m. Maine Marimba Ensemble (Zimbabwean Music). http:// www.portlandmaine.com

‘5 Broken Cameras’ at PPL

7:30 p.m. “‘5 Broken Cameras,’ a documentary film by Emad Burnat and Guy Davidi, at Portland Public Library for Summer POV Documentary Films series. “Oscar nominee ‘5 Broken Cameras’ depicts life in a West Bank village where a security fence is being built. The film was shot by a Palestinian and co-directed by an Israeli.” Rines Auditorium, Portland Public Library, 5 Monument Square, Portland, 871-1700, www. portlandlibrary.com

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‘I don’t give up. I don’t get down. If you look down, that’s where you’re headed’ RIDE from page 15

Khoren and Kelly Nieuwejaar. Khoren Nieuwejaar was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2000. He credits a loving support network of family and friends with aiding him as he adjusts. (COURTESY PHOTO)

McGrew hopes to have an MS wellness center at MMC one day, and is also on the MS bike steering committee. “It’s the first time with females on the committee, and the first time with people with the disease or those who have loved ones with MS,” she said. McGrew is joined on the committee and the ride by Kelly Nieuwe-

jaar, whose husband, Khoren, suffers from MS. Kelly hopes to ride 50 miles each day. Donna used to bike 50 miles on both days as well, but her kids told her not to be a hero, and heat is another factor for those with MS. McGrew’s daughter, Katie, 34, is riding with her this year as they aim for 25 miles each day. “I’ll just keep going on, and, hopefully, they will find a cure,” McGrew said. Khoren Nieuwejaar was diagnosed with MS in 2000. “I found out because I lost sight in one of my eyes. I went to an optometrist. She sent me to a neurologist. I had optic neuritis, a very common first sign of MS. They gave me a spinal tap and an MRI and confirmed it,” he said. “Later, eyesight in my right eye came back.” He lost feeling in the side of his face for a couple of months, then feeling returned. “Through watching the MRI’s, the neurologists decided I was getting worse. They decided to call it secondary-progressive,” said Nieuwejaar, who works at TD Bank in Falmouth and gets around on a scooter. He credits a loving support network of family and friends with aiding him as he adjusts to the challenges of MS. “I tried to educate my parents about it,” he said. “They ask me questions, watch out for me and my balance. Even my wife — it’s dangerous for me to walk with a plate of food, and they don’t think twice. They just grab it from me and take it where it needs to go.” Nieuwejaar said his diagnosis came out of nowhere. The disease is not hereditary but does seem to run in families, he said. “Challenges aren’t that huge now because of the scooter,” he said. “It certainly was a challenge walking into work. It’s harder now to go to a baseball game or concert. Since I’ve started using the scooter, the hard part is to find places that are

accessible to me. I lived in Portland before I got scooter, but I couldn’t take that anywhere now. There are no places in Portland for me to go.” He and his wife bought their house with the expectations that things could get worse, so they made the place entirely accessible. “The wheelchair can go in the shower,” he said. He had lived in Portland in a fourth floor condo with a bathroom on the fifth floor. “One of glorious sides of MS is when you gotta go, you gotta go,” Nieuwejaar said. “So that was difficult for a couple of years when we lived there.”

About the National Multiple Sclerosis Society The National MS Society helps each person address the challenges of living with MS through vital MS education, support, advocacy, and services, and through cutting edge research aimed at stopping progression of the disease, restoring all function lost to multiple sclerosis, and ending MS for all future generations. Early and ongoing treatment with an FDA-approved therapy can make a difference for people with multiple sclerosis. Learn about your options by talking to your health care professional and contacting the National MS Society at www.MSnewengland.org, or 1-800-344-4867.

Bike MS: Great Maine Getaway 2013 To participate in the Great Maine Getaway, each rider agrees to raise a minimum of $250 to help people with MS in Maine, and to fund cutting-edge research to stop progression, restore function, and end MS forever. Riders and volunteers can register online at www. bikeMSmaine.org. Donations for riders and teams are also accepted on the site by clicking ‘Donate/ ePledge’ and entering the rider’s name. Route options available to riders are 25, 50, and 75 miles both Saturday and Sunday, plus a 100-mile century Saturday. For more information, contact Sue Tidd at bikeMSgne@nmss.org or 1-800-526-8890.