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FREE On Friday, a Portland Police cruiser is parked unoccupied along Fore Street with the Cactus Club entrance visible in the background (the club’s sign, doorway and window are adorned with green paint). Police are urging the city to not renew the club’s liquor license, which would effectively put the bar out of business. (DAVID CARKHUFF PHOTO)

‘But Uncle Sugar still loves me ...’ See Bob Higgins’ column on page 4

Do you remember rock-and-roll radio? See Mark Curdo’s column on page 4

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In front of the Old Port bar on Fore Street, police report a man has to be pepper sprayed to stop a brawl. On another police call, a woman inside the club is talking to a witness, who sees the woman’s eyes “roll to the back of her head” before she collapses.

Another time, a woman who could not walk under her own power is carried out of the club by two men and placed in the back of a Dodge Charger. These are among a spate of detailed Portland Police incident reports from in and around the Cactus Club. They are gritty stories, detailed accounts behind 32 calls to the troubled Old Port bar in the past year

— evidence included in a Monday packet for the City Council urging non-renewal of the club’s liquor license. Women passed out on the sidewalk, dressed in skimpy clothing and in danger of hypothermia; one woman passed out near an ATM machine next to the 416 Fore St. venue, “lying in a puddle of her own vomit.” see CLUB page 3

Two authors draw attention with their debuts BY MATT DODGE

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Two local authors with similar out-the-gate accolades and University of Southern Maine ties are earning their place among the local literary establishment. Jessica Anthony, a former lecturer in USM’s English department, and Justin Tussing, full-time English profes-

sor and director of Stonecoast Summer Writer’s Conference both caught the attention of critics and readers with their debut efforts and have since settled in Portland. Anthony’s “The Convalescent” embraces the author’s

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The most significant tax legislation in nearly a decade will avert big increases that would have hit millions of people starting in two weeks on New Year’s Day. Declared Obama: “We are here with some good news for the American people this holiday season.” “This is progress and that’s what they sent us here to achieve,” Obama said as a rare bipartisan assembly of lawmakers

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State supreme court upheld Cactus Club on appeal CLUB from page one

The stories recorded by police officers may become important if the city is to succeed in denying a liquor license to a club that so far has succeeded in protecting its permit to sell liquor, according to one former councilor who also served as chair of the city council’s public safety committee. “It shows that the city is on strong footing in making the determination that it’s in the public’s interest to close the Cactus Club,” said Dan Skolnik, who witnessed a yearlong effort to close the Old Port hotspot. The council on Feb. 18, 2009, voted not to renew the club’s liquor license, citing public safety issues and state liquor law violations. Skolnik But the Maine Supreme Judicial Court eventually ruled in favor of the Cactus Club in its appeal of this decision. The bar’s lawyer at the time, David Turesky, argued the license should be reinstated because the city took too long to inform the bar of its decision not to renew the license. Skolnik called this defense a “procedural issue that enabled the bar to say, ‘We still have very much the right under the law as written to continue operating.’” Efforts to reach Cactus Club owner Thomas Manning for comment were unsuccessful. A representative of the club, present on Friday afternoon to receive a shipment of beer, refused to identify himself and said he had no comment. Turesky, a Portland attorney who has represented the Cactus Club in the past, said he isn’t representing the club at the present moment and also had no comment. At Monday’s City Council meeting, city attorney Gary Wood is recommending that the council follow past practice and postpone a public hearing to the council’s Jan. 3 meeting to give Manning time to review the material and prepare a response. Wood said the city will not object to

issuance of a temporary state license that will allow the club to serve alcohol until the city council issues a written decision. Portland Police Department is again recommending denial of the renewal of the club’s liquor license, including incident reports, witness statements and calls for service in a packet of supporting documents. From Dec. 17, 2009 to Nov. 29, 2010, police responded 32 times to the club, not including 16 bar inspections during that period, according to Portland Police Lt. Gary Hutcheson. The list of alleged infractions includes: one verbal domestic dispute; four fights in or from inside the club; three general disturbance calls; one outside agency warrant arrest; one false ID called in by the club; an alleged incident on Nov. 28, 2010, of the club allowing an intoxicated person to remain on premises; two verbal domestic disputes; three general disturbance calls; seven pedestrian checks; two reports of motor vehicle thefts; and two fights. Calls for service to the Cactus Club include a March 12, 2010 incident of two females who “were found ... laid out on the sidewalk in front of the Cactus Club; we had a difficult time waking one of them; we had to call MEDCU to transport one of them to MMC (Maine Medical Center) ER for possible alcohol poisoning. During the course of the investigation we learned that the girls had been drinking ‘fruity drinks’ inside the Cactus Club.” This call for service report said a club manager told police that “the girls were sober when they entered his club.” Police said the women “... were deposited outside where they lacked the ability to care for themselves. They were dressed in thin short dresses with no protection from the elements and were in danger of hypothermia.” On June 14, 2010, an officer in a parked patrol car was flagged down and notified of a fight taking place inside the club, according to an incident report. The officer said he saw a staff person “come out with a white male in a bear hug and push the male out of the front door.” A club staffer was charged by this man, the report continued, and the two men began

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to other bars. “We found out it was well within our ability financially to do so but it was tricky in terms of getting inside the computer system and doing it,” Skolnik said. “It’s still out there I think as a possibility. It’s certainly not going to stop people from misbehaving ... I think it would be to the city’s advantage to remove that ambiguity by letting the police make that simple checkbox.” But Skolnik also said the careful documentation apparently compiled in the latest report should help the city make its case. “What it reinforces is the procedural options that have been taken advantage of by the club and its lawyers are undercut by our ability to say either from our police logs or the police reports ... we do have solid evidence that they were taking place right at the spot,” he said. “It’s very important to have those police records in there,” Skolnik said.

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Do you remember rock-and-roll radio? I like to drive my car. I’m not a car nut or anything, but I like to drive. Anywhere. I like the escape feeling and the potential that I can go anywhere as long as the gas prices stay slightly in check. Even a short Portland-area trip to Target or Amato’s or Video Port is a welcomed adventure. You have that space inside your car to yourself. You can sing, hum, smack bubblegum annoyingly if you want, burp and not say “excuse me.” Your car is your world. I can’t imagine people in NYC doing it every day. There’s not really a private place that people can enjoy daily is there? Home? When you make ––––– The Circle Push it back there after 5 or 6 p.m.? That’s a long wait. Hey, to each their own. I just think we need our own time and place to ourselves every day. Seems like a healthy thing to me. So with driving, as you can imagine, I love the music part of it. I have a good size iPod and it’s

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‘But Uncle Sugar still loves me ...’ It was an unknown number on my cell phone, but I decided to answer it anyway. You never know who is calling, but in this instance I just had to sit down for a minute or two after the call ended. I just couldn’t stop laughing. “Bob! Hey, this is Sergeant Smith over at the recruiting station! I was going through some old files and found your number. Are you still interested?” Ordinarily, I would attribute such phone calls to cranks, or old friends playing a joke. I’m always up for a good joke. A few years back, I was looking around at some options, and spoke with the recruiters. Then, I sobered up. That is just how it happened the first time, and the second. See a pattern? A short trip in the wayback machine is in order. Back in the mid 1980s, while in college, I noted the distinct lack of funds to pay for another semester. That, and the lack of jobs on the local scene kind of forced my hand. I joined up, and the rest was supposed to be history. Except for one thing; I was too fat. Before even going to Basic Training, I had to spend about six weeks at the “Fitness Training Committee,” a collection of what today would bear a strik-

Bob Higgins ––––– Daily Sun Columnist ing resemblance to “The Biggest Loser”, except in this case Jillian wears a Drill Sergeant hat and can toss you in the stockade for dogging it. After that, Basic Training was a breeze. Then off to secondary school. At the end of that, I failed the physical fitness test for the last time, and I was unceremoniously tossed into the scrap heap. Begone, you fat bastard. A few years later, and it was the Army Reserve. That didn’t work out so well either. To give you an idea, I was four years in, and still a private. My stripes should have been on Velcro. In today’s Army, they must have taken people like me into account, because they ARE on Velcro. I pointed out that I was over 40. No problem. I pointed out that I was a 260lb fat toothless drunkard, but that didn’t deter him. I told him I was now a member of the media, writing a column three times a week. No reaction. Wow, these recruiters are like

the “Terminator.” They just never quit. This led me to post a few things to the old Facebook account to gather a reaction from friends. First, I announced what had gone down, and linked it to REM’s “End Of The World As We Know It” video. That got a few chuckles. Then, I found a report from the fake “The Onion” website that had the perfect quote. “Bottom Of Barrel Dangerously Overscraped, Experts Warn.” If we as a nation have reached the point in looking through the old files and coming up with the likes of me, I have an announcement to make. We are totally and perpetually screwed beyond all repair of recognition. After I stopped laughing, I told yonder editor what happened. He paused for a moment on the phone, and expressed that only one time before in his life had he ever had such a sudden urge to move to Canada. In all seriousness, I’m a physical mess. My joints aren’t just “trick” knees and ankles, they are absolute magicians, on par with a Vegas style show. I get winded thinking about trotting to the store for more beer. I’m bordering on that area of deafness called “selective hearing,” where you see HIGGINS page 5

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If I want to mix it up, I’ll do it myself, radio deejays CURDO from page 4

jammed. I use it quite a bit on the road, but I will always listen to radio as well. Not all radio, but certain radio. Many know I’m a huge oldies fan, so I tend to scan the dial from city to city looking for the “real” oldies stations. I say “real” because oldies radio is changing. Radio really is changing. A lot of radio is reworking and making programming changes to stay relevant and keep up with the times. I guess you can’t fault anyone for that. Radio’s always done that. It tries to keep up with what people want and how they’re living. What’s sometimes tough to swallow though are the stations who have a formats that are buried into a specific time period who are making changes and trying to stay relevant. That’s a tough one. I can’t begin to describe the heartache and anger I go through when I catch an oldies station for a good set full of Buddy Holly, Eddie Cochran, The Platters, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles only to slam into a brick wall of “Night Fever” by the Bee Gee’s or “Say That you’ll Love Me” by Fleetwood Mac. Good bands and good songs, but I can’t go from a comb in my back pocket at a sock hop to bell bottoms slapping the floor at Studio 54. There’s a vibe change there that messes my head in a major way. Mixing music is our right. To take this and that Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, an American rhythm and blues group from Detroit, are notable for their single “Shop Around,” which and put it together with, that is what we do. I love was Motown’s ﬁrst million-selling hit record. But message to radio deejays: Don’t play Bee Gees after Smokey. (COURTESY PHOTO) mixing music for myself or others who are willing to receive the unknown. Parties and get togethers are always acceptable Not this guy! I want what I want and that seems but those tunes have to be conplaces for mixing up tunes, but when to be the way music buying and supporting crowd sidered “classic rock” to a new MARK’S TOP 3 FAVORITE you go to a place with a title hanging has been heading for years. “Don’t tell me,” That’s generation. Maybe the title MUSIC THINGS THIS WEEK over it, you kinda want that ... thing, how a new generation has become. So we run to our “classic rock” is what throws specifically. playlists and iPods and mixtapes. We can have it us off. So choose another name, Chavez “Ride the Fader” album When I go to an “oldies”channel I our way right now. Hip hip hooray! but they have done their time want oldies. Not kinda oldies, “real ... after I simmer down from that battle cry you and are now legendary rock Nat King Cole’s Christmas oldies.” I want the ‘50s, doo wop vocal realize, it’s just not the same though. The magic of bands and songs. album groups, the greaser stuff and the girl radio is so special. Say what you will, but I believe So, the same happens to my groups singing about they boy from the Finding a You Tube clip of Gary people want to hear a voice with their music, for “oldies.” What I want for oldies Numan performing “Cars” with other side of town. whatever reasons. Company, guidance, entertainis not necessarily the only Nine Inch Nails in London. I want Chuck Berry and Gene Vinment. I want someone to play me something I thing that’s considered oldies cent. I want the first half of the ‘60s might have forgotten about or don’t own. I want a today. with very limited British invasion Now in terms of oldies, prevoice to fill me in on a snippet about the recording stuff, early Motown, songs about kissing sweetly of the guitar on “Rebel Rouser” by Duane Eddy that classic rock, we have the Woodstock era, early disco under the stars and songs about “Long Tall Sally.” I didn’t know. and even the ‘70s AM gold lite rock stuff, which I I want to go to “Lonesome Town” and “The Chapel We need a lot of radio to stay the way it is for love passionately. I just don’t want to hear “Time of Love.” See what I mean? So, when I hear “Oh proper musical preservation, for listening enjoyPassages” by Al Stewart after “Speedo” by the What a Night” by Frankie Valli and the Four Seament and for some, mental stability. Cadillacs. Give me “Time Passages” and “Right sons I start to throw up a little bit in my mouth. I Some say these “real oldies” I speak of are getDown the Line” by Gerry Rafferty back to back. I’ll love those guys, to be honest, but give me “Sherry” ting too old and eventually you won’t be able to find take that action anytime. from them instead. Send “Oh What a Night” to them on the radio. The original fans, the adults who We’re all growing in years. The older and mix type channels. When it comes to oldies, gimme grew up with this music are older now and have approaching senior area crowd, like my folks, are checkered skirts, not plaid jackets over butterfly other things to do or a lot of them don’t listen as moving on as well. They are the ones who live for collars. much as they would like to. That may be true, but the era I speak of here. They’re the ones who want The reality is that time is passing us by, good theres a whole new generation that is picking up the real “oldies.” Not people in their later 30s like people, and with that music becomes older. It’s where they’re leaving off and they are interested in me! tough for me to grasp sometimes that music gets listening in their cars on long drives to Mr. Bagel. We are seeing music after the golden age of rock older and older everyday we do. I’ve always thought The answer to concerns like these my friends is n’ roll becoming the new oldies. The later ‘60s and of classic rock radio as AC/DC, Van Halen, Doors, simple... not less music, more music! ‘70s. I’m realizing though it’s no ones fault. It’s not Stones, Who, Hendrix, Beatles and Zeppelin. Even some stuffy broadcasting suit that’s making these in the ‘80s and ‘90s those were classic rock bands. changes, it’s father time! We can’t get mad at a pro(Mark Curdo is a DJ on 94.3 WCYY and the They were considered “classic” even while some of grammer because we’re now hearing “Interstate owner of a record label, Labor Day Records, based those tunes were barely 15 or 20 years old. Love Song” by Stone Temple Pilots into Bad Comin Portland. Mark is not only a board member of the Well, guess what is 20 years old or better now? pany’s “Can’t Get Enough.” Time is changing forPortland Music Foundation, but he loves the Boston Nirvana, Guns n’ Roses, Def Leppard, Soundgarden, mats, and people have to get with the times when Celtics, Ginger Ale and Jack Lemmon movies. He is Van Hagar and more. It’s weird to think about it, it comes to radio. a weekly Daily Sun music columnist.)

What does this recruitment call say about the nation’s readiness? HIGGINS from page 4

never hear a loved one ask you to take the trash out. If I had to carry a 40-pound ruck-sack, at least half of it better be lunch and clean socks. The only way I could run a couple of miles was if I were chasing after the driver of a beer and pizza

truck that happened to owe me money. I used to be a damned good shot, but the weapons systems have changed, and I’d have to get used to new quirks all over again. My short temper with stupidity now has a multiplying exponent. Screw the rules of engagement, if someone is shooting at me, I’ll be tossing back a bunch of lead rather abruptly, and

without discretion. If after ten years of the “War On Terror,” I’m what the Army is turning to, we have a problem. One that should terrify us all. (Bob Higgins is a regular contributor to The Portland Daily Sun.)

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Anthony writes, “It is one thing to learn you’re in love with your brother,” but, “It is quite another to learn you are a Pfliegman.” Fast forward to the present day, as Rovar Pliegman ekes out a meager existence living in a van, selling meat to insensitive Virginians with only a tomato-hungry beetle named Mrs. Kipner and odd collection of books to keep him company. An unreliable and slightly delusional narrator, Rovar seems weighted down with the futility of being a Pliegman, and seems content to let his bloodline die out with the end of his own life. On its own, Rovar’s quiet insistence that he will end the Pliegman line could be quite frustrating, but Anthony blends the languid story of Rovar with a faster-paced family history, creating a story that switches pace and tone from chapter to chapter and acts as a sort of narrative equation, with every element of Pliegman history explaining a little more about Rovar’s own position on the lowest rung of the species homo sapien. Imbued with elements of the fantastic, the Pliegman history chapters paint a broad portrait of an entire bloodline, but are more than just a supplement to Rovar’s modern timeline. The history features its own storyline and characters distinct from Rovar, but inform his own personality in some way as the fantastical details of the lore occasionally seem to be Rovar’s own spin on a dry history text. In 2009, Anthony characterized her style to online magazine The Rumpus as, “Absurdorealism,” saying, “I usually do not write strict realism; but nor do I consider myself a magic realist.” This tinge of the unreal serves to augment Rovar’s occasionally depressing narrative. Yes it’s a story about a hairy midget living in a van by the river, but as our narrator, he can do and say whatever he wants. Instead of suffering through harsh reality, Rovar is able to charmingly delude himself — and the reader.

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‘The Convalescent’ by Jessica Anthony McSweeney’s, 2009 Winner of the McSweeney’s Amanda Davis Highwire Fiction Award Anthony’s debut novel simultaneously tells the story of the mute, trollish Rovar Pfliegman, hocking meat from a roadside van in rural Virginia and the 10,000-year history of the fictional Pfliegman clan, the 11th tribe to emerge from ancient Hungary. Plagued by a laundry list of nagging ailments, hopelessly in love with a pediatrician and prone to lonesome hallucination, Anthony gives context to Rovar’s seemingly insufferable place in the world by exploring the Pfliegman’s long history as the leprous losers of Eastern Europe. History’s Pliegmans are a flearidden people prone to making soup

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from their own rotted teeth and survive their westward expansion thanks only to the pity of Hungary’s larger tribes, who gives them a role in fledgling western society as butchers. The Pliegman’s are not unaware of their own sorry state, and mostly seem reserved to their station in life. Giving a sense of the unfortunate air that surrounds members of the clan,

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Tussing’s debut tosses the reader into stagnant small-town Paducah, Ky and setting them along a whirlwind road-trip before settling back into a abandoned cabin in rural Vermont. The plot starts off a a juicy slice of juvenile fantasy as a the narrator Thomas, a 17-year-old student, fantasizes and later actualizes a relationship with his teacher Alice, a woman eight years his senior. Tussing’s narrator is a blank slate of life experience who catalogs the mundane of Paducah, where classmates render obscene glyphs, dads arrives promptly for their shift at the

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power plants and a 20-foot wall holds back the Ohio River. The pair hit the road along with a charming and mysterious drifter Shiloh, packing the car with the most unlikely threesome who ever convinced themselves that it might all work out. Alice and Thomas, going into the journey with little plan but escape and little drive aside from lust, allow themselves to be guided by Shiloh, who guides them through a gritty, ‘70s era NYC en route to rural Vermont. Tussing’s debut novel began as a vignette about three nameless characters standing by the side of a road considering a herd of cows. The author later revisited the small scene and year later, and was inspired to develop a background narrative for the three characters. The time and place are paramount to this novel. With the blush receding quickly from the flower power of the 1960’s, the revolutionaries have turned meaner and sharper and Thomas, experiencing life outside his small town for the first time, takes it all in with a unguarded ignorance that threatens to fatigue his world outlook. The most real location in the entire novel turns out to be the least populated one. Squatting in a cabin in Vermont, the trio explore their relationships with each other, and more than once questions how they ended up there and why. Tussing’s style is simple and wellpaced. The 17-year-old narrator is a fresh, enthused lens for the reader, lending the novel a fascinated perspective that rides the highs and lows of the hormone ravaged adolescent. Tussing faithfully catalogues everything that would strike the average 17-year-old on his first real adventure in life, from the sights and smells of NYC in the ‘70s to the give, take and shattered illusions of one’s first adult relationship. “The Best People in the World” is a novel about expectations, experience, and drastically different expectations. The reader can almost feel Thomas change throughout the novel, as he is presented with the double riddle of a first love and a worldly drifter.

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BOSTON (AP) — New England’s land and ocean winds blow strong enough to supply nearly a quarter of the region’s electricity within a decade, though major upgrades are needed to handle that much more wind power, according to a new study. Wind has the potential to supply up to 24 percent of the region’s total annual electricity needs by 2020, according to research by GE Energy Applications & Systems Engineering, which conducted the study for regional grid manager, ISO New England. The figure would require a more than 44-fold increase over the amount of wind power now generated in the region. There aren’t nearly enough wind farms even proposed yet to capture that much power, and delivering it would require spending $19 billion to $25 billion for new transmission lines, said the ISO’s president and chief executive, Gordon Van Welie. Reaching 24 percent wind power “would be a pretty lofty goal to get to by 2020,” John Norden, the ISO’s director of operations, said in an interview Friday. But he said his agency must think ahead, in case public policymakers require dramatically higher reliance on wind power. The question is, Norden said, “If (policymakers) headed in that direction, and they headed in that direction quickly, would we have a problem in terms of operating the system?” The two-year New England Wind Integration Study measured wind potential and aimed to determine exactly what’s needed to link future wind power producers to the grid. The study was released Friday, but ISO officials discussed it publicly this week. GE Energy Applications & Systems Engineering is part of General Electric, a leading wind turbine maker. The report’s data and results were examined by an independent “technical review committee” made up of six industry experts who don’t work for GE or the ISO. The study found the best offshore winds in southern New England waters and off the coast of Maine. Onshore winds were particularly potent in the mountainous areas of northern Vermont and Maine. Most of those breezes are a long way

More wind power would improve the mix of fuels the region relies on for energy, and can be a reliable source of renewable energy at a stable price, ISO New England director of operations Gordon Van Welie said. from being tapped. Right now, New England produces 270 megawatts of wind power. There are about 2,800 megawatts more of offshore and onshore wind proposed in the region, with the 468-megawatt Cape Wind project in Nantucket Sound among the largest and most well known. (One megawatt powers 750 to 1,000 homes.) But to get 24 percent of its power from wind, the region would have to install up to 12,000 megawatts worth of turbines. The GE Energy study recommended more research to see if it’s even possible to make the massive and costly upgrades to the transmission system that would be required. It also highlighted the need for adequate and flexible power generators that can be ramped up and down quickly to ensure the regional power supply stays steady and reliable as winds speeds vary. And the study emphasized improved wind forecasting so grid operators can avoid committing too much, or too little, power generation to the system as they try to smooth out wind’s ups and downs. More wind power would improve the mix of fuels the region relies on for energy, and can be a reliable source of renewable energy at a stable price, Van Welie said during a call with reporters Wednesday. It can also help the region reach mandates to increase renewable energy and efficiency. Taken together, the six New England states have a collective goal to meet 30 percent of their power needs from renewable sources and better energy efficiency by 2020. The ISO is “agnostic” about which renewable resources — such as hydropower, wind, solar, wood energy — states use to meet renewable energy goals, Foley said. The study is clear, though, that wind can be a key part of the New England mix. “The potential is there, but it depends on public policy,” Foley said.

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Globetrotters still hold entertaining court BY JEFF PETERSON SPECIAL TO THE PORTLAND DAILY SUN

Here is the story. Call it a blast from the past. When the Harlem Globetrotters make their annual visit to the Cumberland County Civic Center in Portland at 7 p.m. on Jan. 1, a former player will be in the stands once again, supporting the team he played with for three years. Dajuan Eubanks currently is the vice president of corporate partnerships with the Maine Red Claws of the NBA’s Developmental League, but 13 years ago he was traveling the world with the world’s most famous basketball team. “It was very cool,” said Eubanks. “I wanted to play pro ball in the NBA or in Europe, but ended up with the Globetrotters. That was the last team I ever thought I would be playing for.” Eubanks attended Rice University in Houston, Texas. He basically went from playHARLEM ing for the Owls to traveling around GLOBETROTTERS the world with the Globetrotters. Cumberland County Civic Center “Tex Harrison Jan. 1, 2011, 7 p.m. recruited me right Special New Year’s Show! out of college,” said Tickets: $78 Courtside, Eubanks. “Harrison $44 VIP, $30, $23 and $12 was a player and a All Seats Reserved coach for the team. Group discounts available! He and the director Call 775-3481, ext. 348 for of player personnel, more information. Sweet Lou Dunbar, were looking for a big guy with lots of skill and that ended up being me.” Almost instantly Eubanks went from playing 30 to 40 games a season in front of a few thousand people per night to tens of thousands and a schedule that included 150 to 200 games a year. “I remember one game in St. Petersburg, Florida where we played for over 70,000 fans,” said Eubanks. “I was living out of a suitcase and even playing double-headers about nine to ten months out of the year. I had a blast. It is the dream of just about every college student to travel the world, and I was doing it with the Globetrotters in front of big crowds.” Eubanks couldn’t remember how many countries he played in with the Globetrotters, but estimated it was between 15 and 20. “I got to go to places like South America and Europe,” said Eubanks. During his three years, Eubanks played with and met some of the best players around. He likes to talk about current coach Barry “High Rise” Hardy, Geese Ausbie and Curly Neal. “Geese Ausbie was very cool,” said Eubanks. “He was the ultimate player and a famed showman.” After leaving the Globetrotters in 1997, Eubanks remained in sports using his B.A. in Sports Management that he earned from Rice University. For 13 years, he worked in the field of experiential marketing with several leading agencies. His responsibilities varied from project management to client services to business development. He worked with clients like the NBA and Major League Baseball. Since 2009 though, Eubanks has been working with the Red Claws.

Garnett leads Celtics to 12th straight win BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Celtics have had one important constant during the recent rash of injuries — the Big Three are still healthy. Kevin Garnett had 17 points and 14 rebounds — one of three Boston players with a double-double — to lead the Celtics to their 12th straight win, 102-90 over the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday night. Paul Pierce had 15 points and 10 assists and Glen “Big Baby” Davis had 18 points and 10 rebounds.

This year’s Harlem Globetrotters team is shown. (COURTESY PHOTO)

“It is the ideal situation for me,” said Eubanks. “My wife is from Maine, and I have lived here for six years now. I want to put roots down and I am doing something with basketball.” Eubanks will be watching his old team on Jan. 1. “Every time they come to Portland, I try to go,” said Eubanks. “I will be taking my friends and family. It is like seeing part of history. Last year was funny.

Despite knowing all of their tricks, I still fell for the water routine.” Despite not playing for the Globetrotters for 13 years and now sitting in the stands, Eubanks still feels like he is part of the team. “It is like a fraternity,” said Eubanks. “Once you put on the red, white and blue, you are a Globetrotter for life.”

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A farewell to bassist, writer Dan MacLeod Saturday, Dec. 18. 9:30 p.m. Geno’s Rock Club (625 Congress St.) $3 cover, 21 plus If local writer and musician Dan MacLeod owes you money, borrowed your favorie pen or has somehow wronged you in some way in his eight years living in Portland, we know where he’ll be Saturday night. The rock bassist, impending USM grad, The Daily Sun contributor (and this reporter’s roommate) is making tracks for NYC just as fast as his Clark’s desert boots will take him, and not one second too soon, because by now everyong is tired of hearing how cool Brooklyn is. Inspired by the garish, bacon-fueled goodbye bashes of the Press Herald’s Justin Ellis, MacLeod will give the city a forum in which to celebrate his life and times as he hosts his own going away party Saturday night at Geno’s Rock Club. But watch him act like it’s all for you ... “People kept asking me if I’m going to have a party. I had originally had called Geno’s just to see if I could come in the early evening and plug in an iPod, maybe hang out for a couple hours, but they had the night open and said ‘book the night’,” he said. Lodrys Gomez, operator of an architectural studio at Harriman Architects and Engineers on Middle Street, crosses in front of a festive Christmas display Wednesday. (DAVID CARKHUFF PHOTO)

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Now you take this party, throw it in an infamous rock club, add some musically inclined friends and a free reign to book a show. As MacLeod (via Carl Weathers) would say, baby, you’ve got a stew going “I just wanted to get everybody that I knew in the same room to say goodbye, and it gave me an excuse to have my old band come — it’s been six months since we’ve played in Portland,” said MacLeod, whose band Loverless, featuring Elijah Ocean and Michael Anderson, will play two sets with opening act Murcielago. “I didn’t want to have a big party, I just wanted to get together with my good friends and play music, which is the reason I came to Portland in the first place, ” said MacLeod. MacLeod has long planned to move to New York, but eight years of playing in bands, attending college and furtively tracking fashion trends is enough to get anyone a little sidetracked. “I was supposed to be here for a year or two, which turned into eight years. Moving to New York has been something I’ve been wanting to do for years, but I had to finish college first,” said MacLeod. The college part took a little longer than planned, with MacLeod migrating majors from jazz performance to English to media studies to political science to economics, but he’ll waste no time getting in leaving Portland behind. MacLeod hands in his last final on Friday, plays his way out of Portland Saturday and hits the road for New York on Sunday. Saturday’s show gives MacLeod a chance to play the sort of show he’s always wanted, that is, one featuring a lot of Dan MacLeod. “We always wanted to play a show where we did

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Dan MacLeod (right), bassist of Portland rock band Loverless, will throw a going-away party tonight at Geno’s Rock Club. (Photo courtesy of Kris LeVasseur)

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––––––– ALMANAC ––––––– Today is Saturday, Dec. 18, the 352nd day of 2010. There are 13 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: On Dec. 18, 1865, the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, abolishing slavery, was declared in effect by Secretary of State William H. Seward. On this date: In 1787, New Jersey became the third state to ratify the U.S. Constitution. In 1892, Tchaikovsky’s ballet “The Nutcracker” publicly premiered in St. Petersburg, Russia. In 1940, Adolf Hitler ordered secret preparations for Nazi Germany to invade the Soviet Union. In 1944, in a pair of rulings, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the wartime relocation of Japanese-Americans, but also said undeniably loyal Americans of Japanese ancestry could not continue to be detained. In 1957, the Shippingport Atomic Power Station in Pennsylvania, the first public, fullscale commercial nuclear facility to generate electricity in the United States, went on line. In 1958, the world’s first communications satellite, SCORE (Signal Communication by Orbiting Relay Equipment), nicknamed “Chatterbox,” was launched by the United States aboard an Atlas rocket. In 1969, Britain’s House of Lords joined the House of Commons in making permanent a 1965 ban on the death penalty for cases of murder. In 1972, the United States began heavy bombing of North Vietnamese targets during the Vietnam War. One year ago: The infamous iron sign bearing the Nazis’ cynical slogan “Arbeit Macht Frei” (“Work Sets You Free”) that spanned the main entrance to the former Auschwitz death camp in Poland was stolen. (The sign was later recovered and several suspects arrested.) Jon and Kate Gosselin officially divorced after 10 years of marriage, eight children and a year of tabloid headlines. Today’s Birthdays: Television writerproducer Hal Kanter is 92. Former U.S. Attorney General Ramsey Clark is 83. Actor Roger Smith is 78. Blues musician Lonnie Brooks is 77. Actor Roger Mosley is 72. Rock singer-musician Keith Richards is 67. Writer-director Alan Rudolph is 67. Movie producer-director Steven Spielberg is 64. Movie reviewer Leonard Maltin is 60. Rock musician Elliot Easton is 57. Actor Ray Liotta is 55. Comedian Ron White is 54. Actor Brad Pitt is 47. Professional wrestler-turned-actor “Stone Cold” Steve Austin is 46. Actor Shawn Christian is 45. Actress Rachel Griffiths is 42. Singer Alejandro Sanz is 42. Country/rap singer Cowboy Troy is 40. Rapper DMX is 40. DJ Lethal is 38. Actress Katie Holmes is 32. Singer Christina Aguilera is 30. Christian rock musician Dave Luetkenhoelter is 28.

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Saturday, Dec. 18 Kennel Shop in Scarborough Christmas party 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Kennel Shop in Scarborough is hosting a Christmas party from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. They are collecting donations for the Animal Welfare Society shelter residents. For more information, www.animalwelfaresociety.org or call 985-3244.

Pet adoptions at Pet Smart in Biddeford 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Animal Welfare Society canines available for adoption will be on hand at Pet Smart in Biddeford from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to get their photo taken with Santa and to spread good cheer. For more information, www.animalwelfaresociety.org or call 985-3244.

Pet photos at Pet Smart in Biddeford 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pet Smart in Biddeford will host the Animal Welfare Society for photos of your pet with Santa; $5 from the sale of each photo goes directly to the Animal Welfare Society. Sunday also. For more information, www. animalwelfaresociety.org or call 985-3244.

Portland Green Independent Committee Annual Meeting, community potluck at Meg Perry 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. Portland Green Independent Committee Annual Meeting takes place at the Meg Perry Center, 644 Congress St. “Solstice/Yule celebration and potluck (open to the public), where we’ll converse plan and warm each other in the spirit of the season.” Potluck from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

N.C. Wyeth gallery talk by Sy Epstein at the Portland Museum of Art 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. Gallery talk at the Portland Museum of Art. Join Museum Docent Sy Epstein for a gallery talk about artist N.C. Wyeth. Free with museum admission. www.portlandmuseum.org

‘My Dog Tulip’ at Movies at the Museum 2 p.m. “My Dog Tulip” at Portland Museum of Art as part of the Movies at the Museum series. Saturday, Dec. 18, at 2 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 19, at 2 p.m.; also Sunday, Dec. 26, 2 p.m.; and Sunday, Jan. 2, 2 p.m. “Beautifully animated and featuring the voices of Christopher Plummer, the late Lynn Redgrave, and Isabella Rossellini, My Dog Tulip is a bittersweet retrospective account of author J. R. Ackerley’s 16-year relationship with his adopted Alsatian, Tulip. A profound and subtle meditation on the strangeness that lies at the heart of all relationships, My Dog Tulip was written, directed, and animated by award-winning ﬁlmmakers Paul and Sandra Fierlinger and is the ﬁrst animated feature ever to be entirely hand drawn and painted utilizing paperless computer technology.

‘The Gift Of The Magi’ 2 p.m. “The Gift Of The Magi” an original musical set in 1940s Maine. Dec 7-23, Tues. and Wed. at 7 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. Added shows, Thursday, Dec. 23 at 2 and 7 p.m. $15-$22. Old Port Playhouse, 19 Temple St., Portland. 7730333. oldportplayhouse.com

Magic of Christmas 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Magic of Christmas, also Sunday at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Portland Symphony Orchestra in Portland. Maine’s favorite holiday tradition is a yuletide treat for the whole family! Find out what Robert Moody has in store this year, when the PSO and special guests celebrate “Simple Holiday Joys.” https://tickets.porttix.com/public/ show_events_list.asp

Peaks Island authors open house 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. “For the Love of Peaks — Island Portraits & Stories: A Collection” by Fran Houston and “A Glimpse of Old Peaks Island: Through Rose-Colored Glasses” by Alice Boyce, Eunice Curran, Ellin Gallant, Reta Morrill and Joyce O’Brien. Both books embody rich histories and photographs. The Inn on Peaks, 33 Island Ave, will host the authors. “Featuring wonderful music by Ronda Dale and Kevin Attra. A check will be presented to Peaks Island Tax and Fuel Assistance for 10 percent of the gross sold-out ﬁrst printing sales of ‘For the Love of Peaks’ to keep someone warm this winter! Please FMI contact fran_houston@hotmail.com, other info at www.fortheloveofpeaks.com, http://www.facebook.com/fortheloveofpeaks, www.aglimpseofoldpeaksisland.com, www.myspace.com/ wheeedoggieband, www.cascobaylines.com.”

Annual Portland Harbor Boat Parade of Lights 4:30 p.m. The boat leaves at 4:30 p.m. and the parade begins at 4:45 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for children (5-9) and a majority of the proceeds will be going to Sail Maine, to learn more about Sail Maine you can visit their website at www.sailmaine.org. Tickets are on sale now at Casco Bay Lines, for questions about tickets please contact Caitlin Gildart at 774-7871, ext. 105 or e-mail at caityb@cascobaylines.com. To register your boat in the parade please call Chris Kean at 408-7525 or e-mail at

“The Polar Express” is a 1985 children’s book written and illustrated by Chris Van Allsburg, a former professor at the Rhode Island School of Design. Since its release, the story has become a popular theme for railroad rides, including an ongoing attraction at the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad. (COURTESY PHOTO) boatparadeoﬂights@gmail.com

The Polar Express 6:30 p.m. The Polar Express will come to life again in a whole new way when the Maine Narrow Gauge train departs its Portland depot for a journey to the “North Pole.” Holiday decorations along the train’s route will light up the night as guests on board meet the conductor, have hot chocolate and cookies (may not be suitable for patrons with food allergies), listen to a reading of the magical story over our sound system, and sing carols. Santa will ride back with everyone to the train station from a special outpost of the North Pole and every child will receive the special bell on board the train. This event is the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad’s biggest annual fund raiser. https://tickets.porttix.com/public/ default.asp

Season of Light at the Planetarium 7 p.m. Season of Light: Southworth Planetarium’s annual holiday show that explores the astronomy and history of the holiday season: from Christmas to Hannukah to the Solstice. We also examine the “Star of Bethlehem.” Assuming it was a natural event, what might it have been? A supernova; a planetary conjunction or some other celestial event. Southworth Planetarium, 96 Falmouth St., Portland. Also Dec. 19. Check times at 780-4249. www.usm.maine.edu/ planet

Home for Christmas at Anthony’s 7 p.m. Many of Anthony’s Alumni singing a wide selection of Christmas songs and standards. Special six-course Christmas dinner, $39.95 and 1/2 price for children under 10. www.anthonysdinnertheater.com

Nutcracker Burlesque at the St. Lawrence Arts Center 7:30 p.m. It’s time again for Nutcracker Burlesque at the St. Lawrence Arts Center, 76 Congress St. “Come see the show that started it all! This year’s show brings new choreography, a new story, and sexy new dances to the stage at St. Lawrence. Don’t miss your chance to see the show that was selected by The Portland Phoenix as ‘Portland’s Best Annual (hopefully) Event.’” Tickets are $12, on sale at Longfellow Books or online at www.vividmotion.org. They go fast, so get yours early! Shows are Friday through Sunday, Dec. 17-19 and Tuesday through Thursday, Dec. 21-23. This year’s show is sponsored by Warren Memorial Foundation, Shipyard Brewing Company, Gorham Self-

Storage, Longfellow Books, and The Portland Phoenix. “Director Rachel Stults Veinot, weaves together a story of love and lust to create a world where true love ﬁnds a way to bring two people together. This year, our main character Clara, played by none other than local favorite Amy Gieseke (rhymes with whisky), ﬁnds herself throwing yet another festive holiday party for friends; including her new boyfriend, Big Guns Antonowicz as the Rat King, and his wandering eyes.” www.stlawrencearts.org

‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ 8 p.m. “It’s A Wonderful Life,” the holiday classic. Dec. 2-19, Thursday at 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m. $15-$22. Old Port Playhouse, 19 Temple St., Portland. 773-0333. oldportplayhouse.com

Christmas with Renaissance Voices 8 p.m. Christmas with Renaissance Voices at The Cathedral Church of St. Luke, 143 State St. $15 at the door; $12 in advance at Starbird Music in Portland, Longfellow Books in Portland or Books Etc. in Falmouth; $5 for students with a valid student ID. Renaissance Voices is a 21-voice, auditioned, a cappella chorus based in Portland, Maine. We specialize in music from the medieval period through the 17th century, but our performances regularly feature more contemporary work, including premieres of pieces by both new and established composers. Concerts also feature short readings that complement the themes of the musical selections. www. renaissancevoices.org/repertoire.html

Sunday, Dec. 19 Skate for the Salvation Army Toy Drive 1.20 p.m. Family Ice Center, Falmouth. A family ﬁlled Christmas event — Christmas tree lighting, a skate show, Santa and lots of skating fun. “This is a tremendous way for the family to get involved to help the less fortunate in the Portland community. Helping a child this year is easy, simply bring a toy when you come to the Family Ice Center in Falmouth and donate it to the Salvation Army which will make sure it goes to a needy child this Christmas.” All skate hire fees ($5 per person) for the Public Skate Session will also be donated to the Salvation Army. Family Ice Center Falmouth, 20 Hat Trick Drive Falmouth. see next page

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–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EVENTS CALENDAR––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– exact moment of Winter Solstice. “To better attune to these solar and lunar energies, Dragonﬂy Taijiquan will be hosting a ‘Gong Meditation’ that evening at its studio in Portland, at 222 St John Street, Suite 240. “Gongs are ancient instruments used for thousands of years to promote healing, balance and intuition. Come, relax, and experience the sounds of gongs, singing bowls and other sound meditation instruments in a musical improvisation by Todd Glacy of Saco River Yoga. On this day of the Winter Solstice and Full Moon, be immersed in the primordial, resonant, healing, sacred, vibratory sounds of the gong. Bring a pillow, mat or blanket to lie on, or a meditation cushion.” There is a suggested donation of $10 to $15. Advance registration is encouraged. FMI or to register contact: 761-2142 or dragonﬂytaiji@roadrunner.com.

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Service of Lessons and Carols in OOB 4 p.m. St. Augustine of Canterbury Anglican Church will hold a traditional Service of Lessons and Carols based on the program of King’s College Chapel in England. The service is open to all, is free, and will be followed by a reception. Everyone is invited to this celebration service which contains passages from Holy Scripture and traditional music. St. Augustine of Canterbury Anglican Church worships at Cathedral Pines Chapel at 156 Saco Ave. in Old Orchard Beach. The Rev. Jeffrey W. Monroe is Vicar. For additional information contact 799-5141.

‘It’s A Wonderful Life’

‘The Gift Of The Magi’

2 p.m. “It’s A Wonderful Life,” the holiday classic. Dec. 2-19, Thursday at 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m. $15-$22. Old Port Playhouse, 19 Temple St., Portland. 773-0333. oldportplayhouse.com

7 p.m. “The Gift Of The Magi” an original musical set in 1940s Maine. Dec 7-23, Tues. and Wed. at 7 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. Added shows, Thursday, Dec. 23 at 2 and 7 p.m. $15-$22. Old Port Playhouse, 19 Temple St., Portland. 7730333. oldportplayhouse.com

Old Orchard Beach beneﬁt party 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Whaler holiday party, 20 Staples St. in Old Orchard Beach. All donations go to the Old Orchard Beach Food Bank and The Salvation Army. Live acoustic music with Quiet Riot act; mystery bartender; potluck buffet — bring your favorite dish; $10 Yankee swap (bring a gift if you wish to participate but no alcohol). Ages 21 and over. For more information, 934-9853.

Winter Solstice Ceremony 6:30 p.m. Winter Solstice Ceremony: 2010 is a very special year because the winter solstice will occur during a full moon and a lunar eclipse. Unity Church of Greater Portland, 54 River Road, Windham will hold a special ceremony titled “The Spiral Light of our Lives.” For more information about Unity or its events, please contact the church ofﬁce at 8931233 or visit www.unitygreaterportland.org.

Solstice Dawning at the Planetarium 7 p.m. “Solstice Dawning,” celestial poetry evening. “We celebrate the winter solstice with poetry! The Southworth Planetarium offers an evening of verse, prose and the Universe. During this event, local writers recite poetical works about the cosmos, nature, love, and much more. This year’s ‘Solstice Dawning’ theme is light and dark. Admission by donation.” Call 780-4249 to reserve your space.

‘Solstice Dawning’ Celestial Poetry Evening 7 p.m. Celebrate the Winter Solstice with poetry and stars. The USM Southworth Planetarium offers an evening of verse, prose and the Universe down in the star dome theatre. Three celestial poetry evenings each year. During this year’s ﬁnal celestial poetry evening, local writers recite poetical works about the universe, nature, love the stars and much more. The theme of this year’s “Solstice Dawning” is light and dark. To reserve your space for an event or for more information, send a reply or call 780-4249.

‘A Child’s Christmas In Wales’ and ‘A Christmas Memory’ 7:30 p.m. “A Child’s Christmas In Wales” and Truman Capote’s “A Christmas Memory” performed by Timepiece Theatre Co., Sun. and Mon., Dec. 19 and 20 at 7:30 p.m. $10-$12. Old Port Playhouse, 19 Temple St., Portland. 773-0333. oldportplayhouse.com

Monday, Dec. 20 Mad Horse’s take on ‘A Christmas Carol’ 7 p.m. Mad Horse Theatre Company offers a production of “A Christmas Carol” that will not be soon forgotten. Founding company members, current members, and some very special guests will join forces for a revival of the Mad Horse Christmas Radio Show — a madcap depiction of the effort to produce a radio play of “A Christmas Carol.” “Featuring hilarious performances and the merriest of holiday songs, this show brings you behind the scenes of an old-fashioned radio program, where nothing ever goes quite as planned. Mad Horse performed this show many years ago, and is bringing it back for a whole new audience to enjoy. This event is a beneﬁt to support Mad Horse’s 25th Anniversary Season.” Performances run Dec. 20 through 23, 7 p.m., at the theater’s new home in the Hutchins School, 24 Mosher St., South Portland. “So whether you’ve been waxing nostalgic for the old Christmas Show, or you want to start a new holiday tradition, please join us for an evening full of fun, holiday spirit, and tasty seasonal treats served before and after the show.” For more information, call 730-2389, or visit www.madhorse.com.

The Polar Express

Portland City Hall will be closed to business Dec. 24, Christmas Eve, and Dec. 31, New Year’s Eve, in observance of the holidays. (FILE PHOTO)

Mid-winter’s Eve at Stonehenge 7 p.m. For the ﬁrst time, Professor Patrick Peoples will present his summer Stonehenge program on the night before the winter solstice, at Southworth Planetarium. ”Professor Peoples conducts a tour of Stonehenge, one of the ancient world’s most famous structures. What was its purpose? Who built it? How was it used as an astronomical observatory? Astronomers believe that Stonehenge’s designers might have used it as an eclipse prediction device. As we’ll have a total lunar eclipse on the solstice, what better time is there to attend a Stonehenge lecture!” Admission by donation.

A Child’s Christmas In Wales’ and ‘A Christmas Memory’ 7:30 p.m. “A Child’s Christmas In Wales” and Truman Capote’s “A Christmas Memory” performed by Timepiece Theatre Co., Sun. and Mon., Dec. 19 and 20 at 7:30 p.m. $10-$12. Old Port Playhouse, 19 Temple St., Portland. 773-0333. oldportplayhouse.com

Tuesday, Dec. 21 College of The Atlantic Holiday Open House 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. College of The Atlantic, Bar Harbor, Holiday Open House: Share holiday sweets and son with the island community at COA’s annual holiday party, with music from the MDI High School Choir in the Leslie C. Brewer Great Hall inside The Turrets, COA south entrance. Contact Lyn Berzinis at 288-5015, lberzinis@coa.edu, or 801-5625.

Blue Christmas Service 6:30 p.m. Hope.Gate.Way. (on the ground floor of the Gateway parking garage, just beyond the Eastland Park Hotel, at 185 High St. “While the world is rejoicing, for some, the days leading to Christmas can be filled with pain and sadness. Loss of a spouse, child, or parent… a broken relationship … job loss or financial insecurity… seasonal depression — these can make the holiday season a difficult time for many. On the longest night of the year, we invite all who wish to come together for a time of quiet, meditative worship: to acknowledge their pain, to be assured that they are not alone, and to find time and space to reflect and find comfort.” www.hopegateway.com. or www.newlightportland.org

Gong Meditation on the solstice 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. In the early morning of Dec. 21 there will be a total eclipse of the Full Moon. That evening will be the

7:45 p.m. The Polar Express will come to life again in a whole new way when the Maine Narrow Gauge train departs its Portland depot for a journey to the “North Pole.” Holiday decorations along the train’s route will light up the night as guests on board meet the conductor, have hot chocolate and cookies (may not be suitable for patrons with food allergies), listen to a reading of the magical story over our sound system, and sing carols. Santa will ride back with everyone to the train station from a special outpost of the North Pole and every child will receive the special bell on board the train. This event is the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad’s biggest annual fund raiser. https://tickets.porttix.com/public/ default.asp

Total lunar eclipse viewing at USM’s Southworth Planetarium 12:45 a.m. to 4 a.m. There will be a total lunar eclipse on Dec. 21 (in the early morning hours). The Southworth Planetarium of University of Southern Maine is open for the lunar eclipse. “We’ll open our doors for the seething throng at 12:45 a.m. (Yes, 12:45 in the morning!) We’ll have a tedious, indefensibly long eclipse lecture at 1 a.m. Viewing begins at 1:30 a.m. (Weather permitting, of course.) Free and open to the public. ... Provided the skies are clear (or at least partly cloudy), we will observe the Full Moon moves into Earth’s shadow cone, During its passage, we’ll watch our planet’s curved shadow proceed across the lunar facade until the Moon is completely immersed. During this immersion, a phase called “totality,” the Moon generally appears reddish, not dark, because Earth’s upper atmosphere will direct the red portion of the Sun’s light into the shadow and therefore onto the eclipsed moon.” http://usm.maine.edu/planet

Wednesday, Dec. 22 ‘The Gift Of The Magi’ 7 p.m. “The Gift Of The Magi” an original musical set in 1940s Maine. Dec 7-23, Tues. and Wed. at 7 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. Added shows, Thursday, Dec. 23 at 2 and 7 p.m. $15-$22. Old Port Playhouse, 19 Temple St., Portland. 7730333. oldportplayhouse.com

Secret Lives of Comedians 7:30 p.m. Secret Lives of Comedians at Lucid Stage, 29 Baxter Boulevard. Produced by Cloud Morris and Brian Brinegar, this monthly series features stand-up comedy, sketch comedy, “surprised guests” and other disturbing delights! Musical guest Pete Witham. $10. Lucid Stage is a multi-use venue for the many arts organizations in the Greater Portland area with space for artists of various genres, classroom space, summer camp and educational programs, and visual art gallery space. www.lucidstage.com/

Thursday, Dec. 23 ‘The Gift Of The Magi’ 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. “The Gift Of The Magi” an original musical. Dec 7-23, Tues. and Wed. at 7 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. Added shows, Thursday, Dec. 23 at 2 and 7 p.m. $15-$22. Old Port Playhouse, 19 Temple St. 773-0333. oldportplayhouse.com see next page

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The Victorian Nutcracker in Portland 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Christmas comes with its own set of family traditions and for many, the season isn’t considered complete without seeing the only Nutcracker set in Maine. Portland Ballet Company brings its own local version of the Nutcracker to life in celebration of the holiday season again this year with its beloved The Victorian Nutcracker. The show, which takes the classic Nutcracker story and sets it in historical Portland with sets, costumes, and characters inspired by the Victoria Mansion, Hermann Kotzschmar and others, will be performed twice at Merrill Auditorium on Dec. 23 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. The cast of professional dancers from the Portland Ballet Company, accompanied by students from the Company’s highly regarded school, and a professional live orchestra, is known for a lively, entertaining and beautiful Nutcracker with breathtaking scenery and vivid costumes. The story unfolds as young Olivia follows her Nutcracker Prince to the enchanted Kingdom of the Sweets, where she is dazzled by dancers from around the world - from the Russian Trepak to the Sugarplum Fairy. Tickets are available through PortTIX at www.porttix.com or 842-0800 or in person, 20 Myrtle Ave., Monday through Saturday, noon to 6 p.m. Ticket prices range from $17-$47 (plus $5 handling fee for online sales). For more information about Portland Ballet, its school and programs, visit www. portlandballet.org or call 772-9671.

‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’ 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine welcomes kids for a special performance. “Act out the poem ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas’ in this special theatre workshop where we put on a play in just one day! We will learn the story, rehearse it and perform it for our families! $5 for members, $6 plus admission for non-members. Pre-registration is required, and space is limited. To register call 828-1234, x247.

Next Level Church Christmas celebration 5 p.m. Using hundreds of volunteers, Next Level Church is hosting a “life-changing Christmas celebration” at the Abromson Center on the campus of the University of Southern Maine in Portland. The event is completely free, although Next Level Church is asking attendees to bring non-perishable food items to donate to the Wayside Food Rescue Program. The church hopes to make the largest single donation by a church in Wayside’s history as a result of this event. At the event, Next Level Church is also offering free family photos with Santa, live, professional Christmas music, a special kids experience, and a variety of Christmas gifts and surprises for those in attendance. Those who want to attend can get their free tickets by visiting www. nlc.tv/christmas. The photos, kids activities, and Christmas treats will be available beginning at 5 p.m., with doors to the auditorium opening at 5:45 p.m. The Christmas celebration will begin at 6 p.m. Due to an overwhelming demand for the free tickets, organizers have been forced to add a second experience time and make more seats for everyone wanting to attend the Christmas celebration. There will now be a celebration at 6 p.m. and another at 7:45 p.m., the church announced. www.nlc.tv or www.nlc.tv/christmas. Next Level Church was started in April 2008 as part of the Association of Related Churches. They currently meet every weekend in three locations: Portland; Newington, N.H.; and Dover, N.H. They also operate a nonproﬁt coffeehouse in Dover, N.H. called Kaleo Coffee which donates its proceeds to community causes. Learn more about Next Level Church by visiting www.nlc.tv or about this event at www.nlc.tv/christmas.

Friday, Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Candle Lighting 7 p.m. Christmas Eve Candle Lighting by Unity Church of Greater Portland, 54 River Road, Windham. “This ceremony focuses on the wonder of our lives and the promise of our future. The candle lighting event is a spiritual acknowledgement of the light within each of us and within ourselves. It faces the future with hope and optimism for the spirit that ﬂows though us all. This journey of our light unfolding will be told through many of the traditions of Christmas; the Christmas Story and our Christmas Carols.” For more information about Unity or its events, please contact the church ofﬁce at 893-1233 or visit www.unitygreaterportland.org.

Sunday, Dec. 26 Phyzkidz! at SPACE 2 p.m. Phyzkidz! Norman Ng, Drew Richardson, Yo-Yo People come to SPACE Gallery. “In the grand tradition of vaudeville, Acorn Productions has assembled a line-up of world-class performers from all over the country to enter-

tain kids of all ages with a unique blend of expert juggling, incredible illusions, mystifying magic, unbelievable feats of dexterity, and side-splitting physical comedy.” $12 adults; $10 students/seniors; $8 kids 12 and under, all ages. www.acorn-productions.org/

Monday, Dec. 27 ‘Celebrate Kids’ vacation camp 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. “Celebrate Kids” vacation camp, Dec. 27-31 for kids ages 8-14. Register today. Arts and crafts, movies, activities and more. Space is limited. Old Port Playhouse, 19 Temple St. Portland. (207) 7730333. For more info go to oldportplayhouse.com

Acorn Productions’ annual Phyzgig festival 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Acorn Productions announces its annual Phyzgig festival, a celebration of physical comedy and variety entertainment for the family, will take place in downtown Portland between Christmas and New Year’s Eve 2010. The week includes six Main Stage Vaudeville Shows at the Portland Stage Company (including two shows on New Year’s Eve), eight Phyzkidz shows at SPACE Gallery and a rare appearance by Phyzgig’s Artistic Director and Peaks Island resident Avner the Eccentric, who will be performing his full-length show for the ﬁrst time in four years in Portland. Tuesday the Phyzkidz shows are at SPACE Gallery. www.phyzgig.org

Tuesday, Dec. 28 Holiday Vacation Day Camp at Old Port Playhouse

Volunteer Tim Hunt dishes up soup as Wayside Soup Kitchen provides lunch to hungry people. On 10 a.m. A Holiday Vacation Day Thursday, Dec. 23, Next Level Church of Portland plans to hold a celebration at the University of Camp for kids from Dec. 27-31 at Southern Maine Abromson Center to gather donations of food for Wayside. The church expects the the Old Port Playhouse. The day event to be the biggest single donation by a church in Wayside’s history. (DAVID CARKHUFF FILE camp will run Monday through PHOTO) Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kids ages 8-14 will do a variety of ville shows at Portland Stage Company. activities each day including arts & crafts, jewelry making, Comedian Bob Marley at Merrill fairie houses, games, movies, cooking and other special 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 29 through Friday, Dec. 31, comeactivities that put the “F-U-N” back into vacation! The cost dian Bob Marley returns to Merrill Auditorium for his annual is $225 per kid with discounts for more than one kid per holiday show with this year’s special guest, Kelly Macfamily. Camp is held in a safe, secure and healthy environFarland. Presented by Cogee Entertainment. Tickets $45; ment with a professional staff. For more information, call $48 on New Year’s eve (includes service fee). Wednesday 773-0333. Space is limited so sign up today. Old Port Playand Thursday at 7 p.m.; Friday at 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. house is located at 19 Temple St. oldportplayhouse.com https://tickets.porttix.com/public

Acorn Productions’ annual Phyzgig festival

11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Acorn Productions announces its annual Phyzgig festival, a celebration of physical comedy and variety entertainment for the family, will take place in downtown Portland between Christmas and New Year’s Eve 2010. The week includes six Main Stage Vaudeville Shows at the Portland Stage Company (including two shows on New Year’s Eve), eight Phyzkidz shows at SPACE Gallery and a rare appearance by Phyzgig’s Artistic Director and Peaks Island resident Avner the Eccentric, who will be performing his full-length show for the ﬁrst time in four years in Portland. Tuesday the Phyzkidz shows are at SPACE Gallery. www.phyzgig.org or www.acorn-productions.org/

Avner the Eccentric 7 p.m. Avner the Eccentric fundraiser, Portland Stage Company. Phyzgig’s own Master of Mirth presents his full-length show as a special Phyzgig fundraiser. www.acorn-productions.org/

Wednesday, Dec. 29 Phykidz at SPACE; vaudeville at Portland Stage 11 a.m. Phykidz (SPACE Gallery); 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Vaude-

Thursday, Dec. 30 Phykidz at SPACE; vaudeville at Portland Stage 11 a.m. Phykidz (SPACE Gallery); 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Vaudeville shows at Portland Stage Company. www.acorn-productions.org/

Holiday blood drive 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. FairPoint recently teamed up with WCSH-TV and WLBZ-TV, the American Red Cross and other community partners for a ﬁrst-ever holiday blood drive, scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 30 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The drive will be held in two different locations around the state in hopes of attracting a large number of donors during this challenging time of year. Eligible donors may visit the Holiday Inn by the Bay, located at 88 Spring Street in Portland, or the Bangor Elks Lodge at 108 Odlin Road in Bangor to give blood. To make an appointment, or for more information about giving blood, call 1-800 RED CROSS or visit online at redcrossblood. org or fairpointbundleupblooddrive.org. see next page

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–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– EVENTS CALENDAR––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– in the Occupied Palestinian Territories that is still gaining ground today. In an action-filled documentary chronicling this movement from its infancy, Budrus shines a light on people who choose nonviolence to confront a threat yet remain virtually unknown to the world. The movie is directed by award-winning filmmaker Julia Bacha (co-writer and editor Control Room, co-director Encounter Point), and produced by Bacha, Palestinian journalist Rula Salameh, and this movement from its infancy, Budrus shines a light on people who choose nonviolence to confront a threat yet remain virtually unknown to the world. The movie is directed by award-winning filmmaker Julia Bacha (co-writer and editor Control Room, co-director Encounter Point), and produced by Bacha, Palestinian journalist Rula Salameh, and filmmaker and human rights advocate Ronit Avni (formerly of Witness, director of Encounter Point).” www.justvision.org/budrus

from preceding page

Friday, Dec. 31 Plunge at East End Beach noon. “Be bold in the cold with a plunge into the Atlantic to support the Natural Resources Council of Maine’s work to reduce global warming pollution. The bone-chilling fun will take place at East End Beach in Portland, Maine on Friday, Dec. 31st at noon (the “warmest” part of the day!) Your friends and family can pledge your plunge, to raise money and awareness about global warming and what NRCM is doing right here in Maine to curb it. And, it will be fun, with folks in polar bear costumes and hot coffee from Coffee by Design and pastries from Whole Foods. The two top fundraisers will receive $50 gift certiﬁcates to LL Bean, while additional top fundraisers will receive commemorative NRCM tote bags or caps. To participate, email or call stacie@ nrcm.org, 430-0127, with your name and contact information and we will send you an information packet. We request that you raise a minimum of $50 in pledges. Your pledgers may use the online pledge forms at http://supporters.nrcm.org/polar_plunge.”

Friday, Jan. 7 Rwandan Cooking Class 5:30 p.m. Join Catholic Charities Maine at St. Pius X Church in Portland for a Rwandan Cooking Class followed by a traditional Rwandan meal. Cost to participate in this one of a kind event: $15 per person. This dinner is limited to only 40 people; buy tickets at the St. Pius X Church Business Ofﬁce, 492 Ocean Ave., Portland. Contact Mary Gordon at 797-7026, ext. 211.

Vaudeville at Portland Stage 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Vaudeville shows at Portland Stage Company. www.acorn-productions.org/

New Year’s Burning Bowl Service

Wednesday, Jan. 12

7 p.m. New Year’s Burning Bowl Service at Unity Church of Greater Portland, 54 River Road, Windham. “The burning bowl service is a favorite within Unity. It encourages each of us to identify the doubts and fears which stand between us an true spiritual enlightenment. It is an opportunity to release those limitations into a ritual ﬁre, letting go of them and opening ourselves to new possibilities to come.” For more information about Unity or its events, please contact the church ofﬁce at 893-1233 or visit www.unitygreaterportland.org.

West End Neighborhood Association 6:30 p.m. After some discussion with members of the West End Neighborhood Association governing board, the association will be holding its annual meeting to elect a governing board and the ofﬁces of President, Vice-President, Treasurer and Secretary. “Chris Hirsch has graciously offered to run the election as he has done during our past annual meetings. Anyone interested in a board position can e-mail their willingness to serve to me at dmartin7@maine.rr.com. Our focus for winter/spring 2011 is to put on another successful WestFest, and continue our work with Wayside, Community Policing and kid’s swimming.”

Saturday, Jan. 1 Harlem Globetrotters at the Civic Center

7 p.m. The Harlem Globetrotters, who have contributed more innovations to the game Saturday, Jan. 15 of basketball than any other team in history, have implemented the ﬁrst-ever 4-point shot Laughter Training for Professionals as part of all of its games on the team’s 2011 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Laughter Training for Profession“4 Times the Fun” North American tour, the Special K Daley of the Harlem Globetrotters dunks the ball during their show, Wednesday, Dec. als. Become a Laughter Professional with Katie team’s record 85th season of touring. This 2, 2009, in Taipei, Taiwan. The Globetrotters will appear at the Cumberland County Civic Center West. $295 for Saturday and Sunday. Sadhana, the game-changing innovation will be on display Meditation Center, 100 Brickhill Ave., South PortSasturday, Jan. 1. (AP PHOTO) when the Globetrotters take on the Washland. FMI: www.SadhanaMe.com. ington Generals at Cumberland County Civic lemglobetrotters.com, the Cumberland County Civic Center Portland Conservatory of Music open house Center. Tickets, starting at $13.50, are on sale at www.harbox ofﬁce, or by phone at 207-775-3331 or 603-868-7300. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Open house, instrument demos, classiInformation on group and scout tickets can also be found at cal, rock, jazz. Try out an instrument or have a mini lesson. www.harlemglobetrotters.com. Door prizes, free popcorn. Portland Conservatory of Music, 202 Woodfords St., (Woodfords Church) 10 to 1. Free. Five Tuesday, Jan. 4 percent off new student tuition. 775-3356 or 318-7465.

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Film: ‘Budrus’ 7:30 p.m. Film: “Budrus,” ﬁlm screening at SPACE Gallery, 538 Congress St., Portland. 828-5600. Doors open at 7 p.m.; ﬁlm begins at 7:30 p.m. Admission $7, $5 for SPACE members. “Ayed Morrar, an unlikely community organizer, unites Palestinians from all political factions and Israelis to save his village from destruction by Israel’s Separation Barrier. Victory seems improbable until his 15-year-old daughter, Iltezam, launches a women’s contingent that quickly moves to the front lines. Struggling side by side, father and daughter unleash an inspiring, yet little-known movement

Wednesday, Jan. 19 Portland Ovations brings Bale Folclorico da Bahia 7:30 p.m. “Bale Folclorico da Bahia brings thrilling choreography, joyous rhythms, and a feisty, sensual exuberance to every performance. The 38-member troupe of dancers, instrumentalists, and singers performs a repertory based on Bahian folkloric dances of African origin including slave dances; capoeira, a form of martial arts; samba de roda and the lively traditions celebrating Carnival. The centerpiece of the evening, Sacred Heritage, is a work rooted in the AfroBrazilian religion of Candombla, created for the 20th anniversary of the company, and seen in the U.S. for the ﬁrst time on this tour.” Portland Ovations brings this show to Merrill Auditorium. $44, $38, $32. Students: $15. portlandovations.org

Saturday, Jan. 29 Kirtan with Shubalananda 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Join returning kirtan leaders Shubalananda and Ashley Flagg for magical evening of chanting. By donation. Sadhana, the Meditation Center, 100 Brickhill Ave., South Portland. FMI: www.SadhanaMe.com.

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Ivory Coast protests fail amid civil war fears ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast (AP) — Police were out in force in Abidjan on Friday and prevented supporters of the internationally recognized winner of Ivory Coast’s presidential election from demonstrating after their attempt to seize state institutions the day before which resulted in as many as 30 deaths. Despite a call to mobilize Friday, most streets in Abidjan were deserted. Shops were shuttered and residents peered out of their windows. Civil war threatens to re-ignite in this West African nation that was once an economic hub of West Africa, with the incumbent president, Laurent Gbagbo, and opposition candidate Alassane Ouattara both claiming victory in last month’s poll. The international community said Ouattara won but Gbagbo has refused to step down. In Abidjan’s Adjame area, a neighborhood of Ouattara supporters, Gbagbo’s soldiers patrolled and fired in the air Friday. Troops loyal to Gbagbo and forces backing Ouattara engaged in a firefight on Thursday in Abidjan, using machine guns and rockets. Also Thursday, rebel troops made significant movements in the interior of the country. A colonel with the New Forces rebels said that the group took the towns of Bangolo, Duekue and

People walk down a road barricaded with tables, in Abidjan, Ivory coast, Friday. Police were out in force in Abidjan on Friday as supporters of the internationally recognized winner of Ivory Coast’s presidential election vowed to try once again to seize state institutions after a similar attempt the day before resulted in up to 30 deaths. The streets of Abidjan were nearly deserted Friday. Shops were shuttered and residents peered out of their windows. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba)

Guiglo in the west of the country, but retreated back to their initial positions after they failed to take Tiebissou, near the capital of Yamoussoukro in the center of the country. The colonel spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not permitted to speak to the press. The United Nations refugee body confirmed the battle between rebels

and pro-Gbagbo forces in Tiebissou in a statement Thursday in which they also announced that 3,700 Ivorians have fled to neighboring Guinea and Liberia since the election. Ouattara’s supporters were to march Friday on government buildings and hold a Cabinet meeting, said Guillaume Soro, whom Ouattara named as his prime minister.

“It is sad that in 2010 in our country, it’s not enough to win an election,” Soro said. “Even when you win this election, you are still obliged to confront tanks to govern. This is unacceptable.” On Thursday, Ouattara’s supporters tried to seize control of the state television building. They did not get close to the building, which was heavily protected by Gbagbo’s troops. Police and soldiers sealed off streets around it with roadblocks and armored personnel carriers. Ouattara’s camp said 30 people died. Gbagbo’s people said 20 died, including 10 police officers killed by protesters. Many hoped the elections in the world’s top cocoa producer would reunite the nation following a 2002-03 war that split it in two. Ohoupa Sessegnon, a spokesman for Gbagbo’s party, accused Gbagbo’s opponents and France of being behind Thursday’s violence, which he called “regretful.” During a press conference in South Africa Friday, Sessegnon claimed French soldiers infiltrated the ranks of Ivorian soldiers and posed as civilians during the protest to ensure it was violent. “They want to kill, so that the killing that takes place can be blamed on President Laurent Gbagbo,” Sessegnon said.

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