The Portland Daily Sun, Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Many missing after devastating tornado

How to escape a rut and find healthy new habits

Old Port Festival returning to Portland in June

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See Maggie Knowles’ column on page 5

See the Events Calendar, page 13

WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 2011

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The real estate investment company that owns Bayside Village student housing complex is finalizing a plan to buy more than three acres of vacant cityowned land in Bayside, according to city officials.

Federated Cos., which has offices in Miami and Boston, has been negotiating with the city for several months to buy seven parcels that run along Somerset Street between Elm and Franklin streets.

The tentative sale price for the 3.25 acres is $2.28 million, city documents show.

Jonathan Cox, chairman of Miami-based Federated Cos., said the company is planning to build a mixeduse development that could include housing, retail space and office space. The project is also expected to include a 500-space parking garage at the site of the

Les Wilson and Sons of Westbrook and Eco Clean of Scarborough install a new sewer line to Carlson & Turner Books on the 200 block of Congress Street at the base of Munjoy Hill Monday. The high-tech installation required minimal trenching, a worker reported, but traffic was detoured off the block. For anyone who has driven around Portland lately, the sight of construction cones or detour signs is nothing new. Maine Department of Transportation warns that Exit 8 on Interstate 295 to Washington Avenue is closed due to work in the area of Tukeys Bridge. I-295 and Washington are now physically separated by a temporary barrier. Motorists are urged to take I-295 Exit 6B onto Forest Avenue, turn right onto Ocean Avenue and follow it to Washington Avenue. For a list of city street projects, visit http://publicworks.portlandmaine.gov/engengin3.asp. (DAVID CARKHUFF PHOTO)

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LePage image builds Mysterious bat disease opponents’ workforce could lead to more pests

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“So far we’re on track to have a really big summer.”

— Ben Chin, political engagement director for the Maine People’s Alliance

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The face of Gov. Paul LePage sells, at least if you're the Maine People's Alliance trying to recruit summer workers for progressive campaigning.

"I'd say this is our best one, I don't think we've actually ever put the face of a governor on one of our posters before," noted Ben Chin, political engagement director for the A Maine People’s Alliance flyer recruits Maine People's Alliance. canvassers for the summer. (DAVID A leading conservative CARKHUFF PHOTO)

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The arrival of a mysterious disease that has already killed more than a million East Coast bats could well lead to a “noticeable difference” in the number of pest insects in the state, according to a scientist with the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife.

John DePue, biologist specializing in fur-bearers and small mammals for the

state agency, said scientists are rushing to find a cure for White Nose Syndrome (WNS), a poorly understood disease named for the distinctive white, fungal growth that appears around the muzzles and wings of affected bats.

“Unfortunately there is not much we can do as far as fighting the disease,” said DePue, who attended a symposium on WNS last week in Little Rock, Ark. see BATS page 3

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Apocalypse later OAKLAND, Calif. (NY Times) — Here we go again.

A California religious radio impresario who predicted — wrongly — that the end of the world would begin on May 21 revised his prophecy on Monday, saying now that the end is due in October.

In a rambling, 90-minute speech, broadcast both online and on his stations, Harold Camping, whose Family Radio network paid millions of dollars to promote his prediction, said that he was stunned when the rapture did not happen on Saturday.

“I can tell you very candidly that when May 21 came and went it was a very difficult time for me, a very difficult time,” said Mr. Camping, 89, a former civil engineer. “I was truly wondering what is going on. In my mind, I went back through all of the promises God has made, all of the proofs, all of the signs and everything was fitting perfectly, so what in the world happened? I really was praying and praying and praying, oh Lord, what happened?”

What he decided, apparently, was that May 21 had been “an invisible judgment day,” of the spiritual variety, rather than his original vision of earthquakes and other disasters leading to five months of hell on earth, culminating in a spectacular doomsday on Oct. 21 — something he had repeatedly guaranteed. On Monday, however, Mr. Camping seemed satisfied with his new interpretation, which apparently spared humankind its months of torture for a single day of destruction.

But his shifting soothsaying led to a barrage of questions from reporters, something Mr. Camping seemed to wave off with a wan smile and occasional flashes of emotion.

“The world has been warned,” said Mr. Camping, who said this would be his last interview. He added that his company — which had bought billboard space nationwide to promote the May 21 date — would not promote his new prediction, Oct. 21.

Mr. Camping’s campaign — his second prophetic failure, coming on the heels of another doomsday prediction in 1994 — had been widely derided by the mainstream Christian groups and openly mocked in the other quarters.

At the same time, it raised concerns that some believers might do themselves harm rather than face Mr. Camping’s promised apocalypse, something he refused to take responsibility for on Monday. “I am not the authority,” he said.

But Mr. Camping said his company — which is a nonprofit — would also not return donations given by his followers in advance of the May 21 prediction. “We’re not at the end,” he said, “Why would we return it?”

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Many still missing after devastating Joplin tornado

BY A.G. SULZBERGER THE NEW YORK TIMES

JOPLIN, Mo. — About 1,500 people are unaccounted for in this battered city, a Fire Department official said Tuesday, as rescue workers took advantage of a few hours of sunny weather to continue searching for survivors in buildings leveled by the country’s deadliest tornado in more than 60 years. At least 117 people have died.

While the number of those unaccounted for is alarmingly high in a city with only 49,000 people — and raises the specter of a far higher death count — it may merely be a reflection of the widespread breakdown of communication systems here in the wake of Sunday’s vicious storm. Many residents who fled ahead of the tornado or survived it may be unable to notify the authorities or family members who have reported them missing.

Capt. Robert Daus of the Maryland Heights Fire District, who is helping to lead a

team of about 100 St. Louis-area firefighters in search and rescue operations in Joplin, said that in addition to the 1,500 people who remain unaccounted for, an additional 500 had been injured by the tornado, which cut a threequarter-mile-wide path through this southwestern Missouri city and damaged as many as 30 percent of its buildings.

Volunteers spent Tuesday looking for victims of a devastating tornado in Joplin, Mo. (Photo: Eric While much of Thayer/Reuters/The New York Times).

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NATO intensifies bombing Netanyahu outlines criteria campaign in Libyan capital for Middle East peace deal

BY JOHN F. BURNS THE NEW YORK TIMES

TRIPOLI, Libya — In the heaviest attack yet on the capital since the start of the two-month-old NATO bombing campaign, alliance aircraft struck at least 15 targets in central Tripoli early Tuesday, with most of the airstrikes concentrated on an area around Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi’s command compound.

The strikes, within a 30-minute period around 1 a.m., caused thunderous explosions and fireballs that leapt high into the night sky, causing people in neighborhoods a mile or more away to cry out in alarm.

Just as one strike ended, the sound of jet engines from lowflying aircraft in the stormy skies above the capital signaled the imminence of another. Huge plumes of black smoke rose and converged over the darkened cityscape.

“We thought it was the day of judgment,” one enraged Libyan said.

The intensity of the attacks, and their focus on the area of

the Bab al-Aziziya command compound in central Tripoli, appeared to reflect a NATO decision to step up the tempo of the air war over the Libyan capital, perhaps with a view to breaking the stalemate that has threatened to settle over the three-month-old Libyan conflict.

As NATO intensified its airstrikes, the American State Department’s highest-ranking Middle East official, Jeffrey D. Feltman, was in Benghazi on Tuesday on a visit aimed at providing fresh impetus to the rebel cause. Speaking at a news conference, Mr. Feltman said that the Obama administration had invited the Libyan opposition to open an office in Washington, but stopped short of offering the formal recognition the rebels have been seeking.

“This step marks an important milestone in our relationship with the Transitional Council,” Mr. Feltman said, referring to the rebel governing body, who he said had accepted the American invitation.

BY HELENE COOPER AND BRIAN KNOWLTON THE NEW YORK TIMES

WASHINGTON — Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu capped off a turbulent visit to Washington on Tuesday with a speech to a more sympathetic audience in Congress than he found at the White House, promising peace negotiations aimed at “a far-reaching compromise” with the Palestinians but setting several significant limits on what Israel would accept.

He said that to reach a deal, Palestinians must agree to live with a Jewish state that would include areas in the suburbs of Jerusalem and around Tel Aviv.

Jerusalem, he said, “will never be divided,” and Israel’s army would remain along the Jordan River.

While some land where Israelis have settled would lie outside its final borders, he said, the borders would not be identical to those of 1967 and before, which he once again called indefensible. Palestinian refugees and their descendants, he said,

Netanyahu addressed Congress yesterday as Vice President Joe Biden looks on (Stephen Crowley/The New York Times).

would have to find their homes outside these borders, limiting their right of return to old homelands — long a sticking point.

“I am willing to make painful compromises to achieve this historic peace,” he said, adding that it would not be easy, because “in a genuine peace, we will be required to give up parts of the ancestral Jewish homeland.”

Palestinian reaction to the speech came swiftly, and it was just as strongly negative as the reaction from Congress was favorable.

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Republican governor's grinning face is being used to muster canvas workers — and effectively, organizers say.

"So far we're on track to have a really big summer," said Chin.

"Campaign to save Maine, stop the madness," reads the alliance flyer, and in the middle is an unflattering picture of a grinning LePage. At the bottom are removable strips bearing the group's telephone number. The group promises $300 to $450 a week.

The alliance felt momentum from almost day one of the LePage administration, Chin confirmed.

"We actually had a record number of new members who got signed up over the winter," said Chin.

In January, LePage famously told critics they can "kiss my butt" over his decision not to attend the state NAACP's annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration. Other blunt com-

“We’re not in the business of putting any sort of president’s angry face on something.” — Chris Cinquemani, director of communications for the Maine Heritage Policy Center ments and ensuing controversies have followed.

"His rhetoric has been really helpful in helping us defeat his actual policies," Chin said.

Chris Cinquemani, director of communications for the Maine Heritage Policy Center, said the right-leaning think tank doesn't use images of politicians to make a point.

"We stick to the facts, we perform all of our research and we promote that research in various ways through press conferences and media lists," Cinquemani said.

"We're not in the business of putting any sort of president's angry face on something," he said.

Chin said the alliance — which held its Rising Tide dinner in Portland last Saturday — invests in canvassing, sending workers to over 100 towns from Kittery to Fort Kent, asking people if they want to join. "It's as grassroots as grassroots gets," he said.

With 32,000 members, the alliance has found the governor to be a powerful recruiting tool.

"People are opening up their homes and they really want to talk to us," Chin said.

Asked about this strategy, Cinquemani said, "I don't pretend to understand their political motivation, so I wouldn't want to comment on that."

Chin said the governor easily doubled

or tripled participation levels for the alliance earlier this year with his "kiss my butt" comment. More recently, his environmental policies have been the focus of field canvassing efforts, he said.

Started eight and a half years ago, the Maine Heritage Policy Center (www.mainepolicy.org) has drawn the attention of many Democrats, who are wary of the group's influence.

"We had taken on more of a loyal opposition roll, so to speak, just pointing out some of the alternatives," Cinquemani said. "Now with the change in power, we find that while we still have to do that, we find that with the ideas that we're promoting that are proven in other states we have a more receptive audience."

Dating to its founding in 1982, Maine People's Alliance (www.mainepeoplesalliance.org) now describes itself as "the state’s largest citizen action group."

New health insurance law may spark people’s veto drive

BY DAVID CARKHUFF THE PORTLAND DAILY SUN

Focused on free markets and limited government, the conservative Maine Heritage Policy Center came under fire for its advocacy of LD 1333, the recently passed health insurance overhaul in Maine.

Now, the law, which has been as fiercely criticized by the Maine People's Alliance as it has been defended by the policy center, could end up before the voters.

"The Maine People's Alliance is testing the waters for a People's Veto of LD 1333, the health coverage rollback bill," the group confirmed on its website, www.mainepeoplesalliance.org.

Critics say the legislation is a handout to insur-

ance companies. Defenders say it creates competition in health insurance markets by allowing cross-state purchasing, among other changes.

Ben Chin, political engagement director for the Maine People's Alliance, said the group is contemplating a people's veto effort against the health care law but must weigh the costs.

"We would really like to do a people's veto on it, but because it's such a giveaway to the health insurance industry, we'll be up against all the money" from the "deep pockets" of the health insurance industry, he said.

A people's veto requires 55,000 signatures collected in 90 days after the legislative session ends, he said.

"It's definitely a tall order," Chin said. "We feel very confident we can get the signatures," but the group is concerned about the cost of mounting a veto campaign.

Chris Cinquemani, spokesman for the Maine Heritage Policy Center, agreed that a people's veto effort could prove expensive. He said the health insurance reform is an answer to high costs and premiums which the public would be reluctant to cast aside.

"I think the people of Maine and the people they elected to office are seeing there has to be a better way than what the state has gone through," he said.

The health care bill is a "tremendous opportunity to reduce costs and reduce the premiums that we have to pay," Cinquemani said.

U.S. Interior Department launched national plan to combat disease BATS from page one

“We’re trying to figure out the life history of the fungus and trying to determine how specifically it’s affecting bats.”

DePue said that given the potential of WNS to wipe out the state’s bat population, Mainers might see a boom in some of the state’s least beloved wildlife.

“I wouldn't be surprised if in the coming years humans notice an increase in annoying or ‘pest’ insects. And [bats] don't just eat mosquitoes, but also a number of insects that affect agriculture and forestry,” he said.

So far, WNS has been confirmed in a number of bat species, including big brown bats, little brown bats, northern long-eared bats, tri-colored bats and small foot bats. “Little brown bats are one of the most common and abundant bat species in the Northeast and are often the species that are in people’s attics and barns in the summer,” said DePue. In the interest of stabilizing Maine’s bat population while scientists try to find a cure for WNS, DePue encourages Mainers to not disturb any bats

they might find in their homes until the end of the summer when the young bat pups have learned to fly.

The disease, which does not affect humans, was expected to arrive is Maine as early as last summer, and DePue said Maine scientists have long been anticipating the appearance of WNS in the state.

“We’re surprised it took as long to get here as it has,” he said.

The U.S. Interior Department launched a national plan last week to combat the disease, which was first identified in upstate New York in 2006 and has since spread as far as Tennessee and three Canadian provinces. So far, WNS is estimated to be responsible for the death of 1 million bats.

Emphasizing the potential economic and social impact of large-scale bat mortality, DePue points to a recent article published in the magazine, Science, positing that the number of bats which have already died from WNS would have eaten between 660 and 1,320 metric tons of insects a year.

“This [article] shows that bats provide a significant pest control service that saves the agricultural business about 3 billion dollars a year [and] is also going

to have an impact on the forestry industry because of the insects that the bats eat,” he said.

While scientists know that the fungus Geomyces destructans is responsible for WNS, they still have little clue as to how the fungal growth leads to death.

A leading hypothesis suggests that the fungus irritates the noses, wings and ears, causing bats to wake often during hibernation and burn their fat reserves before spring arrives.

“We are working pretty hard to try and come up with something we can do to fight WNS. There are a number of researchers working on the fungus and decontamination agents,” DePue said.

DePue said scientists and researchers will be conducting surveillance on bat habitats throughout the summer, measuring acoustic activity and keeping tabs on the state’s bat population.

“In the meantime, we are doing a number of things to increase the survival of the bats that are still alive by recommending that people do not go into mines and caves in the winter when bats are hibernating and allow bats to rear their pups in their attics and barns before they exclude them,” he said.

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Britain is working In 1920, Winston Churchill’s mother held a dinner for M. Paul Cambon to celebrate the end of his 20 years as the French ambassador to Britain. One of the guests asked Cambon what he had seen in his two decades in London.

“I have witnessed an English revolution more profound and searching than the French Revolution itself,” Cambon replied. “The governing class have been almost entirely deprived of political power and to a very large extent of their property and estates; and this has been accomplished almost imperceptibly and without the loss of a single life.”

Buried in that answer is a picture of how politics should work. Britain faced an enormous task: To move from an aristocratic political economy to a democratic, industrial one. This transition was made gradually, without convul––––– sion, with both parties playThe New York ing a role.

Times This wasn’t because the political leaders were so brilliant. They simply responded to a series of immediate problems. Nor was it because they were postpartisan angels. The parties fought vigorously.

It’s just that the system worked. Each party took different whacks at pieces of the great national problem, depending on its interests.

David Brooks

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When austerity fails I often complain, with reason, about the state of economic discussion in the United States. And the irresponsibility of certain politicians — like those Republicans claiming that defaulting on U.S. debt would be no big deal — is scary.

But at least in America members of the pain caucus, those who claim that raising interest rates and slashing government spending in the face of mass unemployment will somehow make things better instead of worse, get some pushback from the Federal Reserve and the Obama administration.

In Europe, by contrast, the pain caucus has been in control for more than a year, insisting that sound money and balanced budgets are the answer to all problems. Underlying this insistence have been economic fantasies, in particular belief in the confidence fairy — that is, belief that slashing spending will actually create jobs, because fiscal austerity will improve privatesector confidence.

Unfortunately, the confidence fairy keeps refusing to make an appearance. And a dispute over how to handle inconvenient reality threatens to make Europe the flashpoint of a new financial crisis.

After the creation of the euro in 1999, European nations that had

Paul Krugman ––––– The New York Times previously been considered risky, and that therefore faced limits on the amount they could borrow, began experiencing huge inflows of capital. After all, investors apparently thought, Greece/Portugal/Ireland/Spain were members of a European monetary union, so what could go wrong?

The answer to that question is now, of course, painfully apparent. Greece’s government, finding itself able to borrow at rates only slightly higher than those facing Germany, took on far too much debt. The governments of Ireland and Spain didn’t (Portugal is somewhere in between) — but their banks did, and when the bubble burst, taxpayers found themselves on the hook for bank debts. The problem was made worse by the fact that the 1999-2007 boom left prices and costs in the debtor nations far out of line with those of their neighbors.

What to do? European leaders offered emergency loans to nations in crisis, but only in exchange for promises to impose

savage austerity programs, mainly consisting of huge spending cuts. Objections that these programs would be self-defeating — not only would they impose large direct pain, but they also would, by worsening the economic slump, reduce revenues — were waved away. Austerity would actually be expansionary, it was claimed, because it would improve confidence.

Nobody bought into the doctrine of expansionary austerity more thoroughly than Jean-Claude Trichet, the president of the European Central Bank, or E.C.B. Under his leadership the bank began preaching austerity as a universal economic elixir that should be imposed immediately everywhere, including in countries like Britain and the United States that still have high unemployment and aren’t facing any pressure from the financial markets.

But as I said, the confidence fairy hasn’t shown up. Europe’s troubled debtor nations are, as we should have expected, suffering further economic decline thanks to those austerity programs, and confidence is plunging instead of rising. It’s now clear that Greece, Ireland and Portugal can’t and won’t repay their debts in full, see KRUGMAN page 5

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Leave the yelling behind and escape your rut Admit it, when rumors ran amuck that the world was ending last weekend, there are part of you that sighed, ÒFinally. Now I never have to open another box of mac and cheese again.Ó We are still here spinning around.

But that doesnÕt mean part of your world canÕt end in lieu of a better one.

IÕm in a rut. Are you? It is so easy to wear a path in the same-old-same-old trench. You are neck-deep without a stool and I know what trying to scale up the side of a Þlthy trench does to the mani. It seems easier to stay put with what we know.

Flip through a calendar in Any House, USA and they all read the same: Monday/ballet. Tuesday/ chicken.

Wednesday/Xanax. Curiosity didnÕt kill the cat, repetition did.

If you are living a Groundhog Day existence (without the humor), heads up: THE WORLD IS ENDING (eventually). Time to pull a John Kerry and ßip-ßop your routines É while you still can! (Insert evil laugh.)

Remember when you were pregnant and you would daydream of creative menus and cutsie snacks to serve your dumpling? Now, how many pizza places do you have on speed dial? When you put out your recycling bin, does it look like you raided the frozen food section of a 7-11?

Here a few, easy ways to add some

Maggie Knowles ––––– Use Your Outdoor Voice pizzazz into your kiddoÕs snack time.

Sure it is easy to rip open the cheesy poofs but limiting your familyÕs exposure to new foods creates picky (or worse) eaters.

Instead of Chocolate Milk, Try a Cocoa Banana Smoothie: YÕall know by now how I feel about drinking cowÕs milk. Why is that any more natural than Water Buffalo milk? Cows just stood still longer so our ancestors could see what would happen if they squeezed their udders. Ever try to milk a cheetah? Sate the chocolate craving in a much healthier way. In a blender, place one large, ripe, diced banana, 1.5 cups almond (soy, coconut, hemp) milk, two squirts organic Agave nectar, 2 TBSP organic cocoa powder, cup ice and blend until smooth.

Instead of Cookies, Try MudBalls: My friend Alison, who is pretty much ArizonaÕs version of Martha Stewart, shared her favorite snack recipe. In a medium bowl whisk ½ cup uncooked rolled oats, ¼ cup wheat germ, ¼ cup

powdered soy (or regular) milk. Add 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter and ½ cup honey. Fold in ¼ cup dried cranberries, cherries, sunßower seeds, chocolate chipsÉwhatever you like! Mix until blended. Let the kids roll mixture into small balls and place on a cookie sheet. Refrigerate for ½ hour until Þrm.

Store in an airtight container in fridge.

Instead of Cheesy Poofs, Try Roasted Chickpeas: Drain one 12 oz can chickpeas (garbanzo beans). In a med bowl, mix chickpeas with 2 TBSP olive oil, 1 TBSP sea salt, 2 TBSP fresh lemon juice, 1 TBSP garlic salt and dash of cayenne pepper (optional). Bake on a cookie sheet for 25-30 mins, shaking often, until browned and crunchy.

Instead of Family Dinners, Try Family Breakfast: When the kids are older (meaning they have way better things to do than eat Þsh with you at 7) it is hard to coordinate family dinner.

Why not start the day together? Bonus!

Breakfast is way easier to make than dinnerÑthe night before, make a spinach quiche or zucchini mufÞns. What a gift to give your family. They will go off into their day feeling so grounded and loved just because you spent a little sunrise time together.

Instead of Crashing on the Couch with the Remote, Try Reading: I know, I know. Once you are snuggled into the comforts of the recliner it is over. ÒIÕm

just going to watch the weather,Ó turns into a MASH marathon. And you donÕt even like MASH. Waste. Of. Time. How many intimate conversations do you have with your partner while the TV is on? How blah do you feel when you Þnally turn it off at midnight? Reading is a much better escape than TV and it stimulates your brain. The librarian talked me into checking out ÒThe PassageÓ yesterday. It is like 900 pages long. It was a hard sell. But I canÕt put it down. When is the last time you felt so energized about a TV show?

Instead of yelling, Try NOT yelling. In a new study that I made up to prove my point, yelling causes extra-deep wrinkles and makes your bum sag. AinÕt nothing sexy about a lady who screams all the time.

Yes, you have told them to pick up dirty clothes and come to dinner and wash their face a billions times.

HowÕs that working for you? Here is the new you: tell them once. Let their dinner get cold. Let them have nothing clean to wear to school. Let them get zits. Stop being a nag. That is how they learn.

And let me be the Þrst to welcome you to your new world.

(Maggie Knowles is a columnist for The Portland Daily Sun. Her column appears Wednesdays.)

Britain is blessed to have a fully-functioning political culture BROOKS from page 4

Opposing parties, when it was their turn in power, quietly consolidated the best of what the other had achieved. Gradually, through constructive competition, the country quarreled its way forward.

The United Kingdom seems to be in the middle of that sort of constructive quarrel now. Usually when I travel from Washington to Britain I move from less gloom to more gloom. But this time the mood is reversed. The British political system is basically functional while the American system is not.

As the British politician Oliver Letwin has argued, a generation of misrule between 1945 and 1979 left the U.K. with three large problems: a stißed industrial economy; an overcentralized welfare state; and an enervated people, some of whom are locked in cycles of poverty.

By liberating the economy, Margaret Thatcher tackled the Þrst of these problems, and subsequent Labour governments consolidated

her gains. Meanwhile, a series of governments have been Þtfully tackling problems two and three, reforming the welfare state and energizing the populace.

In conversation, the Conservative and Labour leaders are happy to rubbish each other, but whatÕs striking to an outsider is how much their concerns overlap. A series of governments, going all the way back to John MajorÕs administration in the Õ90s, have tried to decentralize power, come up with new ways to measure government performance, reduce welfare dependency and improve early childhood programs.

Many of the programs have failed, but the general direction is clear: the move from a centralized, industrial-era state to a networked, postindustrial one.

The momentum is especially evident just now. Prime Minister David Cameron is a skilled politician who dominates the scene. His agenda doesnÕt merely touch his partyÕs hot buttons, but moves in many directions at once.

His austerity program includes tax increases as well as spending cuts. HeÕs vigorously protecting the foreign aid budget as he cuts almost everywhere else. He has aggressively reformed welfare and education while retreating on health service reform.

By balancing his agenda, by conveying a sense of momentum, by insisting on Þscal responsibility, heÕs remained popular. His party did well in the recent local elections, even amid the Þscal pain.

Britain is also blessed with a functioning political culture. It is dominated by people who live in London and who have often known each other since prep school. This makes it gossipy and often incestuous.

But the plusses outweigh the minuses. The big newspapers still set the agenda, not cable TV or talk radio. If the quintessential American pol is standing in his sandbox screaming afÞrmations to members of his own tribe, the quintessential British pol is standing across a table arguing face to face with his

opponents.

British leaders and pundits know their counterparts better. They are less likely to get away with distortions and factual howlers. They are less likely to believe the other party is homogenously evil. They are more likely to learn from a wide range of people. When they do hate, their hatreds are more likely to be personal and less likely to take on the tenor of a holy war.

The British political system gives the majority party much greater power than any party could hope to have in the U.S., but cultural norms make the political debate less moralistic and less absolutist. The British press also do an amazing job of policing corruption. The media go into a frenzy at the merest whiff of malfeasance. Last week, for example, a minister was pummeled for saying clumsy things about rape.

Tuesday, as President Obama visits London, we will get a glimpse of the British political culture. We Americans have no right to feel smug or superior.

Krugman: Austerity measures haven’t improved economies in Europe KRUGMAN from page 4

although Spain might manage to tough it out.

Realistically, then, Europe needs to prepare for some kind of debt reduction, involving a combination of aid from stronger economies and ÒhaircutsÓ imposed on private creditors, who will have to accept less than full repayment. Realism, however, appears to be in short supply.

On one side, Germany is taking a hard line against anything resembling aid to its troubled neighbors, even though one important motivation for the current rescue program was an attempt to shield German banks from losses.

On the other side, the E.C.B. is acting as if it is determined to provoke a Þnancial crisis. It has started to raise interest rates despite the terrible state of many European

economies. And E.C.B. ofÞcials have been warning against any form of debt relief Ñ in fact, last week one member of the governing council suggested that even a mild restructuring of Greek bonds would cause the E.C.B. to stop accepting those bonds as collateral for loans to Greek banks.

This amounted to a declaration that if Greece seeks debt relief, the E.C.B. will pull the plug on the Greek banking system, which is crucially depen-

dent on those loans.

If Greek banks collapse, that might well force Greece out of the euro area Ñ and itÕs all too easy to see how it could start Þnancial dominoes falling across much of Europe. So what is the E.C.B. thinking?

My guess is that itÕs just not willing to face up to the failure of its fantasies. And if this sounds incredibly foolish, well, who ever said that wisdom rules the world?

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Thursday, May 26 Red Jumpsuit Apparatus 7 p.m. Port City Music Hall presents Red Jumpsuit Apparatus with Steiner Street and The Sophomore Beat. Red Jumpsuit Apparatus is an alternative/ rock group from Middleburg, Fla. $15 advance; $18 door. VIP: $20. http:// www.portcitymusichall.com/

Friday, May 27 Good Kids Sprouting Horns CD release party at Space 9 p.m. Winter is never really gone. The heat of summer days reminds us, like a scar, of the wounds of 6 months past.

Good Kids Sprouting Horns’ We Are Animals is a picture of winter, dark and moody, that follows last year’s Give Up The Ghost and trumps it. Frontman Good Kids Sprouting Horns’ new album We Are Animals is a picture of winter, dark and moody, that follows last year’s Give Up The Ghost and trumps it. Frontman Anthony Bitetti recorded both albums by Anthony Bitetti recorded both albums by himself, but new equipment and experience has led to a marked improvement in audio fidelity. Bandmates Jessamy himself, but new equipment and experi- Luthin and Ryan Higgins contributed to the sound of the album this time around, as opposed to GUTG’s one-man-band approach. The result is an evocative, atmoence has led to a marked improvement spheric album. Celebrate the new release on [dog] and [pony] with GKSH and openers Marie Stella and Theodore Treehouse Friday at Space Gallery. in audio fidelity. Bandmates Jessamy start the night out loud and proud. $15, 18 plus. http://www.

Mountain In The Cloud continues the pattern of an album Luthin and Ryan Higgins contributed to the sound of the space538.org/ per calendar year, a feat made all the more staggering when album this time around, as opposed to GUTG’s one-manyou consider the band’s fervent devotion to the open road, band approach. The result is an evocative, atmospheric Antje Duvekot at One Longfellow Square logging over 800 shows. album. Celebrate the new release on [dog] and [pony] with 8 p.m. Antje Duvekot is one of the brightest singer-songGKSH and openers Marie Stella and Theodore Treehouse. writers to rise out of Boston’s competitive acoustic music Marie Stella is a four piece indie noise pop band from Portscene. She released her second studio album, The Near Friday, June 3 land comprised of Sydney Bourke (Satellite Lot, Isadora, Demise of the High Wire Dancer on Black Wolf Records Sunset Hearts), Matthew Erickson (Sunset Hearts), Bryan on March 17, 2009. Antje chose one of her favorite songBone Thugs-n-Harmony at the State Bruchman (Man in Gray, DraculaZombieUSA), and Max writers, Richard Shindell, to produce the album. Richard 8 p.m. Bone Thugs-n-Harmony is an American hip hop Heinz (The List Exists, Sunset Hearts). Following 2010’s lent his talent to the record and brought in well respected group from the Glenville section of Cleveland, Ohio. They Trust EP, the band has been working on a series of digimusicians such as John Gorka, Lucy Kaplansky and Victor are best known for their fast-paced rapping style and tal singles leading up to a debut full length record in 2012.

Krauss. “What a blessing to have worked with someone as harmonizing vocals. In 1997, the group was awarded the Most recently, they contributed a cover of “Little Lines” talented as Antje. With a voice like hers, and songs as good Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance with their song to Sing for Your Meat, a Guided By Voices tribute album as these, a producer (especially a first-time producer!) just “Tha Crossroads.” State Theatre, $22 advance/$25 day of released on Record Store Day 2011. $6, 18 plus. SPACE tries to get out of the way, to do no harm, and to let the artist show. www.statetheatreportland.com Gallery,.http://www.space538.org/ speak for herself.” (Richard Shindell) $15, all ages.

Albert Cummings at One Longfellow Square 8 p.m. Albert Cummings is a man of his times and the man for the times. As he has done with his innovative homes, he has taken tradition and built his own musical edifice that expresses his thoughts and dreams. It is a vision that alternately excites and soothes while also clearly providing a glimpse of his unlimited future. The best is yet to come. $20, all ages. http://www.onelongfellowsquare.com

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8 p.m. Simply stated, Mission Of Burma were, and remain, one of the most important American rock bands of the last 20 years. The band was formed in Boston, Massachusetts in 1979 by Roger Miller (guitar), Clint Conley (bass), Peter Prescott (drums) and Martin Swope (tape manipulator/ sound engineer). Miller, Conley and Prescott share singing and songwriting duties. Like many of their post-punk contemporaries, Mission of Burma’s efforts are largely concerned with extending punk’s original vocabulary without losing its essential rebellious spirit. Using rapid shifts in dynamics, unconventional time signatures and chord progressions along with tape effects, Mission of Burma challenges the prevailing idioms of punk while attempting to retain its power and immediacy. Portland’s Haru Bangs

Sunday, May 29 In The Audience EP Release Party with Dirty Dishes, The Milkman’s Union at Space Gallery 8 p.m. The members of In the Audience have found a way to prosper as a rising indie band (and score a Phoenix BMP nomination for Best Rock Act) despite having a key songwriter float between Portland and Toronto. The collective members all come home tonight to celebrate the release of their new EP just 8 months after the 2010 debut LP “What Lives”. More assured songwriting and larger contributions from the band’s ever-expanding lineup push things forward.

The album’s tone is aided significantly by producer Ron Harrity of Peapod Recordings and is being released in a limited edition by Nice Friends for the show, before a larger release later in the Summer. Come celebrate the release of the EP (and the one year anniversary of the band’s first performance at SPACE) with Boston’s Dirty Dishes and local boys The Milkman’s Union. $7, 18 plus.

Wednesday, June 1 Neon Trees at the State 7:30 p.m. WCYY and WJBQ present Neon Trees with The Limousines at the State Theatre. Take hook-happy new wave, add to it the classic-rock story-telling humanity and leaven with other-worldly charisma, and you begin to understand the palette Neon Trees are working from.

Along with Glenn, Chris Allen has a quirky, edgy Johnny Marrr-meets-The Edge guitar playing while drummer Elaine Bradley drums with the intensity of John Bonham adding a heartbeat to the sensuality of the songs. $18 advance/$20 day of show. www.statetheatreportland.com

Portugal. The Man at Port City 8 p.m. Portugal. The Man with Telekinese and Unknown Mortal Orchestra at Port City Music Hall. Advance: $12; $15 door. VIP: $25. By now, the peripatetic trail etched out by Portugal. The Man is well documented. The band’s nomadic path snakes down the Cascades, starting first in Wasilla, Alaska (yes, the very same city whose identity has been hijacked by a certain celebrity politician, one who we shall not mention again here), and then eventually settling in amongst the puddles and monochromatic haze of Portland, Ore. Carrying forth the momentum triggered by their unexpected rise in 2006, and their FM airwave success of “People Say” (from 2009’s The Satanic Satanist), In The

Saturday, June 4 George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic 8 p.m. George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic on the Maine State Pier, presented by Maine State Pier Concert Series. “Funk legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member George Clinton and the Parliament Funkadelics kick off the Maine State Pier Concert Series. This show promises the best funk concert dance party complete with vendors, street performers and beer garden, all set against the backdrop of Portland Harbor.” General admission seating. All tickets $30 including $3 service fee. Rain or Shine.

All tickets will be mailed. https://tickets.porttix.com/public/ show.asp or http://www.kahbang.com/maine-state-pierconcert-series/

Monday, June 6 Low Flying Airplanes at Space Gallery 7 p.m. In “Sea to the City” and “Dreams from the Deep”, Low Flying Airplanes’ two independent releases, there is heartening sense that LFA’s music played for its own sake.

Like other aspiring indie groups in the post-boom folk revival, Low Flying Airplanes is about a lack of pretense and onstage warmth, which continually develops as we watch the band quickly mature. In 2010 Low Flying Airplanes won the Maine Academy of Modern Music Rock-Off and played with Rustic Overtones, Paranoid Social Club, and even an Alive At Five show! Come celebrate a new chapter for the band with their sophomore appearance on the SPACE stage. $8, all ages.

Saturday, June 11 Deep Heaven Now presents: Deep Heaven Portland 7:30 p.m. On the heels of three successful festivals in Boston, the Deep Heaven series makes its way to Portland to herald the rising tide of New England psych bands with two full days of far out music. Night One features Portland poster children Metal Feathers, horticulture friends Foam Castles and the mind-bending Mr. Chris and the Instant Animals joined by away teams 28 Degrees Taurus, QUILT, and MMOSS on day one of Portland’s newest festival. $10 night one/$12 for two-day festival pass, 18 plus. Also Sunday at 2 p.m. see next page

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Sunday, June 12 Deep Heaven Now presents: Deep Heaven Portland 2 p.m. On the heels of three successful festivals in Boston, the Deep Heaven series makes its way to Portland heralding the rising tide of New England psych bands for two full days of far out music. Day 2 also serves as an album release party for local headliners Herbcraft (members of Cursillistas, Tempera, Planets Around the Sun).

The band’s second full length, “Ashram to the Stars”, drops June 14th on Woodsist records vinyl-only imprint Hello Sunshine.

Mid-coast mind-voyagers Dreams join the journey with fellow Time-Lag Records artist Silent Land Time Machine. Canadian comrades from Constellation Records, Khora and Nick Kuepfer round out the bill. More band info and set order below. $5 day two/$12 for 2 day festival pass, 18 plus.

Tuesday, June 14 WCLZ Presents Chris Isaak 7:30 p.m. From the beginning, Chris Isaak has earned his good luck the hard way -by consistently delivering excellent work, both onstage and in the studio on a series of accomplished albums from Silvertone (1985), Chris Isaak (1986), Heart Shaped World (1989), San Francisco Day (1993), Forever Blue (1995), the largely acoustic Baja Sessions (1996), Speak of the Devil (1998), Always Got Tonight (2002), the seasonal-themed Christmas, the Best of Chris Isaak compilation (2006) and 2009’s Mr. Lucky. State Theatre. $45 and $35/reserved seating. www.statetheatreportland.com

Wednesday, June 15 Alela Diane with The Parson Red Heads, Emily Dix Thomas at Space 8 p.m. The Portland, Oregon-based musician Alela Diane, though traveled the world over, is most at peace within audible range of a crackling fire and her cat’s paws padding across the wood floors of her creaky Victorian residence. From fashioning hand-sewn CD jackets for her debut The Pirate’s Gospel, to garnering a huge European following and a new album on Rough Trade entitled “Alela Diane & Wild Divine”, she has now fully taken the reigns of her strong, disarming voice backed by a full band. Comparisons often evoke childhood friend Joanna Newsom or Jolie Holland, but Alela is ultimately a traditionalist forging beautifully simple songs with uncluttered arrangements better suited to her Sandy Denny-esque vocal stylings over a decidedly folk, unequivocally American sound. West coast dreamers The Parson Red Heads and local cello-playing songstress Emily Dix Thomas open the night. $10, 18 plus.

Thursday, June 16 WCLZ Presents: The Decemberists 7:30 p.m. The Decemberists are a Portland-Oregon based indie-rock band with a baroque bent. What sets the fivepiece apart from the million other jangly rock groups is their combination of breezy melodies, literate lyrics and nontraditional instrumentation. The band formed in 2000 and is comprised of singer Colin Meloy, drummer Ezra Holbrook, keyboardist/ accordionist Jenny Conlee and guitarist Chris Funk. In 2003, hometown label Kill Rock Stars re-released their debut album, Castaways and Cutouts, a collection of wistful indie-pop songs that showcase Meloy’s creative-writing talents. Successive albums Her Majesty and Picaresque saw

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the band become more lush and baroquesounding. In 2006, the band released its major-label debut, The Crane Wife, on Capitol Records. In 2011, the sixth Decemberists album, The King is Dead, served as their coronation as humungous success story. A straight-forward folkrock record involving bluegrass balladeer Gillian Welch and REM’s Peter Buck, the LP surprised many by debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard charts. State Theatre. $39.50/ general admission.

Friday, June 17 Rodney Atkins on the pier 9 p.m. Rising to prominence with his 2006 album “If You’re Going Through Hell,” Rodney Atkins has quickly become one of Country’s brightest new stars, scoring 5 No. 1 hit singles (notably “If You’re Going Through Hell” and “Watching You”) on the Billboard Hot Country songs chart, a No. 3 album on the Billboard 200, and an Academy of Country Music award for Top New Male Vocalist, among numerous other vocal and song of the year award nominations.

The Don Campbell Band opens, fronted

by Portland-based Don Campbell. Presented by Maine State Pier Concert Series.

General Admission seating. All tickets $37 including $3 service fee. Rain or Shine. All tickets will be mailed.

Saturday, June 18 BRZOWSKI Album Release with Prayers for Atheists, Doll Fight!, H.W. and Ill By Instinct at Space 9 p.m. After 5 years of touring throughout 5 countries, over 600 performances, 2 mixtapes, 2 ep’s, 1 7” single, countless featured appearances, and performing live with a venerable who’s-who of the independent (progressive) hiphop, Portland’s own BRZOWSKI returns with his sophomore solo release. “A Fitful Sleep” finds our narrator moving away from the thick veil of funereal affectations of his debut, and now speaks from a soapbox steeped in the culture of independent artistry and on top of a widely broadened palette of production sounds, even if the punk/metal/gothic/ outlaw aesthetics remain on the skin. This is your first chance to grab the album and see the songs live (Backed by Moshe and Emoh Betta). Described by CMJ as “[the sound of] Public Enemy bum rushing a basement hardcore matinee,”Prayers For Atheists return to SPACE from their homebase in Providence. Doll Fight! joins the fray from Burlington with Riot Grrrl roots and power-packed songs. Emcees H.W. and Ill

By Instinct each offer a short set to get the night humming. $8, 18 plus.

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Friday, June 24

Dinosaur Jr. at Port City 7 p.m. Port City Music Hall. Having recently signed with Jagjaguwar, Dinosaur Jr plans to release a new album, “Farm,” on June 23.

The band will be setting out in April to road test new material in cozier settings than you might expect. For the fortunate fans who score tickets to these select shows, they will also receive a limited edition, touronly 7” or a digital download code with the purchase of a ticket. Advance: $25; door: $30. VIP: $40. Plus Henry Rollins interviews Dinosaur Jr. live on stage! 18 plus.

Wednesday, June 22

Jeff Beam withThe Lucid,Laminated Cat 9 p.m. Returning to Maine after a brief stint in New York, Jeff Beam returns to Portland with their 60’s psych and British invasioninspired experimental rock. Beam combines catchy, oddball melodies with obscure but cohesive chord changes, matched with existential and surrealistic lyrical content.

Woah, sounds trippy. The Lucid return to SPACE with their epic pop-rock, evinced on this year’s self-titled album. Maine-toAthens, Georgia transplants Laminated Cat open with a set of Elephant 6-style far-out pop. $8, 18 plus.

Saturday, June 25 Soul Clap Dance Party at Space Gallery 9 p.m. New York maximum rock and roll party machine DJ Jonathan Toubin returns to SPACE after repeatedly bringing us the best dance parties we’ve ever had. SOUL CLAP is making it’s way across the nation where everyone is welcome to get down to classic 45s from Etta James to James Brown. You can move your feet to your favorites AND get your mind blown by Toubin’s crate of obscure soul gems. Later in the evening, the bravest, boldest, and baddest can choose to compete in the danceoff, grab a number, and compete for a $100 cash prize (and some serious clout).

The competition winner is determined by a panel of local judges, a celebrity smorgasbord of some of your favorite faces in town. SOUL CLAP has become notorious in New York and all over the world for bringing together wild raucous crowds of folks young and old who want to dance and prove that they know how to shake their thing. Come show us what you’ve got. $5, 21 plus.

Audrey Ryan album release with Brown Bird, South China at Space 8 p.m. Mount Desert Island native and Phoenix BMP award winner (Best Folk Act, Best Female Vocalist) Audrey Ryan is a multi-instrumentalist, one-man-band act on most occasions, best known for her ability to play drums to her live guitar loops and accordion creating a full band sound from just one person onstage.

However, her new record “Thick Skin” is a departure towards multi-track recording with as many as 20 instruments on some songs. The result is an orchestral sound that evokes the work of Sufjan Stevens and Bjork in its ambience and instrumentation.

Providence’s Brown Bird pulls from blues, outlaw country, roots rock, early American folk, Gypsy and Eastern European music to offer harmonized voices, haunting lyrics and diverse rhythm and instrumentation, often swelling into high-spirited, footstomping madness. Portland’s favorite musical couple, South China opens. $8, 18 plus.

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BUSINESS ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– WHAT’S IN A NAME? ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Russ Sargent stands outside of Yes Book at 589 Congress Street.

Specializing in poetry, beat poetry, art books, literature, the shop is packed wall-towall with everything from cookbooks and postcards to old Life magazines and an entire shelf dedicated to Stephen King.

(MATT DODGE PHOTO)

Yes Books LOCATION: 589 Congress St. HOURS: Seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

CONTACT: 775-3233

A fixture on the crowded Congress Street bookstore scene for the last 10 years, Yes Books (589 Congress) might not look like much from the outside, but one step in the door and you’ll wonder where the books end and the building begins.

“As far as I know this is the largest selection of used books in Portland,” said Russ Sargent, who can often be found behind the counter at Yes, hidden behind stacks of rare and interesting books, magazines and assorted ephemera.

“We have a very general stock which tends towards the literary and scholarly, but we also have a number of rare books,” said Sargent.

Yes carries a very general selection of books, from novels and poetry to cookbooks and old Life magazines, but it’s the shop’s focus on the beat and offbeat that set it apart.

“Beat literature is a special interest of ours. Books about Maine, new age, and the occult is another sort of specialty we have here,” said Sargent, citing a selection of books on astrology, tarot, paganism and palm reading, not to mention a shelf dedicated entirely to the work of Stephen King.

Yes boasts one of the best used poetry selections in the city, and being an arts district stalwart and neighbor to the Portland Museum of Art, also carries an

emphasis on art books, chromolithographs and other prints.

The shop takes its upbeat name from a former neighbor back in the bookstore’s Danforth Street days.

“Pat Murphy, the founder, had a bookstore [on Danforth] and there was a cafe next to the store called the No Cafe,” said Sargent. “No Cafe had gotten its name because they wanted it to be the Waiting for Godot Cafe,” after Samuel Beckett’s absurdist play from the 1950s.

“But when they tried to

get a licence for that from Beckett's agent, the agent said no’."

Murphy was looking for a name for his new shop, and decided to play off his neighbor’s unique moniker.

Fun origin story aside, there is also a literary reference in the shop’s name, according to Sargent. “In James Joyce’s 'Ulysses,' Molly Bloom’s soliloquy famously arrives at the word, yes’,” he said.

The shop also buys used books.

Sargent said Yes is always looking for good photography books, literary works, and “anything Kerouac or Vonnegut.”

“As the number of used book stores in town shrinks, each store becomes that much more unique,” said Sargent.

“We have been here for a long time, and we expect to continue being here for a long time,” he said.

— Matt Dodge

Columnist Natalie Ladd with Empire Dine and Dance owner Bill Umbell. (Susan Gatti Photography)

Natalie Ladd is at ...

Empire Dine & Dance!

BY NATALIE LADD THE PORTLAND DAILY SUN

Thanks to everyone who participated in the "Natalie is at..." mystery location photo contest. Typically home to great live music, photographer Susan Gatti chose the setting because,"Upstairs at The Empire Dine and Dance has the look, feel and architecture of lots of Portland bars and restaurants. It could be any and everywhere and that will make the contest fun and interesting."

"Everywhere" is an accurate way to describe the impressive amount of varied guesses that came in since the contest was announced on May 4, but no one correctly identified the location. Brian Boru, The Grille Room and Gritty's were the three most popular entries, and due to the fact that no one correctly guessed the location, a random drawing of three winners was held.

Nicole Lane, Kevin Doughty and Daniel Duff Plunket will each receive a $20 food and beverage gift certificate to The Empire Dine and Dance, located at the corners of Forest and Congress avenues in Portland.

Thanks again to Susan Gatti Photography, Bill Umbell and everyone who emailed in their guesses, making this first Portland Daily Sun reader-participation promotion a success.

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Right Now hiring, and how to best make it happen Not all front-of-the-house restaurant job opportunities are created equal. There is a complicated formula of number-of-hours, to specific-mealperiod-shifts, to number-of bodiesscheduled, to specific-days-the-week, to season-of-the-year. Add in uncontrollable variables like weather, gas prices, if your manager likes you and quite frankly, luck.

Going with the assumption that all the players on the roster are well trained and experienced, these are the major factors contributing to which (and when) servers, bartenders and ultimately, tipped-out host personnel make money in any restaurant. Every time a server walks out the door with

Natalie Ladd ––––– What It’s Like at least half the rent neatly folded in fives and tens, it's a beautiful, serendipitous occasion.

Getting to, and staying in this place is difficult and in the past, I have shared the lofty peaks and mighty pitfalls of actually being in the hospitality industry. I have had sage

assistance from Lydia and her Liner Notes (see My Take below) and I have mulled over what happens when we get out of the business all together, try and keep one foot in the door or continue to stick with it when our colleagues could be classmates of our children.

What has not been done is offering practical advice on how to get started on this path that many say, like a thirsty vampire, "gets in your blood" to the point where you will be unable to fully appreciate and embrace any alternative endeavors. Corporate America entices with coveted benefits, the potential for advancement, a setschedule with guaranteed hours and

dreamy wardrobe choices other than Danskos, white button down shirts and black bistro aprons.

While it is no secret that Who You Know is the best way to get almost anything you want in life, it is especially true in bottom-of-the-food-chain restaurant jobs such as dishwashing and maintenance positions. One day a guy is finally fired (unbeknownst to him because he isn't there) for pulling his third no-call/no-show and the kitchen manager is scrambling for a warm body. Whoever gets a hungry kid through the door and standing at the dish tank fastest wins.

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Follow-up calls after an interview are usually not a good idea LADD from page 8

server and bartender positions? Even with experience and connections, getting hired for these positions is a completely different ball game than applying and interviewing for office or retail work.

The reality that most people outside of the industry fail to fathom is that being hired by a restaurant is all about Timing. Not the kind of timing where positions open up and a lengthy, well-thought out interview/background/reference check process; with a series of competitive follow-up interviews, but timing as in the clock ticking in the Right Now. Here are a few examples of Right Now hiring, and how to best make it happen.

A restaurant is a very busy place and often the only opportunity to fill out an application is during working hours. The best times to do so are before lunch or in the middle of the afternoon. If the restaurant is open in the evening, show up as soon as they open. These times frames are your best shot at a manager being available to review your application immediately. Many excellent people, in all restaurant positions, have been interviewed and hired on the spot because they were in the right place at the right time. That said, be prepared and keep copies of your updated resume and references in your car.

First interviews in a restaurant are very often an informal-seeming thing. The manager is usually tired and thinking of a hundred other things that need to be done that day, so be brief when asked about yourself on a personal level, and let the person know exactly the job you are applying for and what your qualifications are. Be aware of the style and focus of the restaurant you are in and make sure it is a mutually beneficial good fit. Why apply at an Indian restaurant if you are allergic to curry?

Be honest in an interview. If you lie about experience, you will get busted immediately and most likely will not be employed very long.

If you do not get interviewed on the day you apply, do not get discouraged. IF the restaurant placed an ad in the paper or on Craig's List, it is likely they are gathering applications and will contact you to set up an interview on a different day. Make sure your phone and email contact information is accurate.

If you get an interview, follow standard interview procedures. Be prompt, polite and well groomed.

Be honest about availability, future plans (Are you going back to college in the fall? Going to a family reunion over July 4th weekend?) and experience. If you lie about experience, you will get busted immediately and most likely will not be employed very long.

Follow-up calls after an interview are usually not a good idea, but a brief email or handwritten thank you note is classy and will be noticed. I realize the no-phone call policy is difficult for people who have not worked in the industry to understand, but there is no personnel department in most independent restaurants, and the hiring manager is probably wearing a very different hat at the exact moment a phone call comes in. Instead of seeing it as diligent, it will be viewed with annoyance. Once again, time is usually of the essence and if you don't get called back for a second or hiring interview within a few days of the first interview, it is unlikely you will get the job.

It would to nice to say using common sense is the best rule, but restaurant sense and sensibilities are on full-tilt during a highly the hiring process,

making the Right Now industry philosophy one more thing that makes serendipity part of the culture, the climate and the charm.

(Lydia's Liner Notes originated from several scraps of paper given to me in a crumbled, brown paper bag at a busy brunch one Sunday morning last year, and snippets appear often in this column. A young, but wise and experienced server, Lydia jotted down and dated thoughts about her job and the world around it on a daily basis, resulting in hundreds of quips on every restaurant topic imaginable. It is my privilege to share them.)

Lydia's Liner Notes offered the following: "Why are you chewing gum during your interview?

My manager hates gum on the job." June 4, 2002 "I saw your cover letter that said you were great at your retail job and have enough REAL experience to work here ... LOL!" February 19, 2009 "How are you going to make any money if you won't work weekends? Don't complain about just lunch shifts either ... it's what you said you wanted."

August 14, 2009 "I can tell you've never opened a bottle of wine in your life. You make the rest of us look bad." March 1, 2010 The Low Down: This time of year, Craig's List has a spike in all types and levels of restaurant postings as seasonal places are gearing up for tourist season.

Make sure your brief, introductory cover letter is in the body of your email response (versus an attachment like your resume) as many great candidates have gone straight to spam.

(Natalie Ladd and her “What’s It Like” column take a weekly look at the culinary business in and around Portland.)

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former E. Perry Iron and Metal Co. scrapyard.

Cox said the company plans to begin the development process as soon as the sale is official.

“We are intent on moving very quickly through the land-planning process, although a lot will be determined by the response we see from the city and also from the community,” Cox said in a telephone interview.

“But our intent is to process this as quickly as possible and hopefully be in the ground as early as the beginning of next year,” he continued.

The city council’s Community Development subcommittee has spent several months reviewing the land sale in executive session. The three-person committee is expected to endorse the agreement tonight at 5 p.m. at City Hall, chair Cheryl Leeman said yesterday.

“It’s huge news; it's very exciting,” Leeman said yesterday. “We have been working for months trying to work out the details, and it’s finally come together.”

Asked whether she anticipated any hurdles, Leeman responded, “Absolutely not.”

The full city council is expected to review the potential land sale in June.

Any development proposed on the land after it's sold would have to be reviewed and approved by the planning board.

The parcels up for sale include one along Elm Street near the start of the Bayside Trail and six others that run alongside Somerset Street. None of the parcels is developed, although an eight-story office tower was planned at the intesection of Chestnut Street and Somerset.

That plan fell through in early 2009, during the depths of the recession. Since then, the city has used the tract to dump snow collected from streets and sidewalks on the Peninsula.

Greg Mitchell, the city’s economic development director, said Federated’s plan for the parcels fits well within the decade-old Bayside Vision redevel-

opment plan. It's also in line with what Bayside residents want, he said.

Mitchell, who said there has been $100 million in private investment in Bayside since 2007, described

Federated Companies is already active in the Bayside neighborhood. Promotion of Bayside Village student housing has escalated, with units going recently for $399 a month. "Bayside Village is one of the most recent acquisitions of ours that we're pretty excited about," said Federated Companies Managing Director Dung Lam, representing the new owners of the student housing complex on Marginal Way. (DAVID CARKHUFF FILE PHOTO)

the Federated proposal as “a turning point.”

Terms of the potential land sale would require Federated to start development on the site within about two years. If the company fails to meet the “pretty aggressive time line,” the city can buy the land back, Mitchell said.

Such a provision prevents the developer from sitting on the land for several years until the economy improves further.

Neighborhood officials are also optimistic about the deal. Alex Landry, chair of the Bayside Neighborhood Association, said the development has the potential to reshape an important part of Bayside.

“I think this will be, depending on what comes out of it, a very big change for a lot people in how they view their neighborhood,” Landry said yesterday.

Landry is hoping to see a mixed-use project that puts commercial and retail space on the first floor and housing on upper floors. What’s been tentatively proposed, he said, is “exactly what we have been wanting to have.”

Federated Cos. was formed in 1999, and since then it has developed more than 7,500 apartment units across much of the U.S., according to its website. The company bought Bayside Village student housing on Marginal Way on Dec. 30, 2010 for $9.2 million, city records show.

Federated’s “portfolio” includes apartment projects in various stages of development across the U.S., including Worcester, Mass., Manchester, N.H., and Hooksett, N.H., among several others.

Cox, the company chairman, says the firm is bullish on apartment projects across New England.

“We are very optimistic about the development prospects in the Northeast markets, particularly as it relates to apartment housing,” he said.

As far as the proposed development on Somerset Street, Cox said it “presents a great opportunity to incorporate (housing) as a component of a larger project that may include some other commercial uses.”

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You want to know what motivates people, and you also want to know how they do what they do. Your curiosity will make others feel important, and they will want to share openly with you.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19).

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18).

You’ve had some luck with the game you’ve been playing. Your winnings satisfied you for a time, but that time is over. Now you want to raise the stakes again to make things interesting.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You may not be in charge, but you are in the know about what’s going on with your people, and this gives you a certain influence. You believe in yourself, and others believe in you, too.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (May 25).

Education is your ticket to success, and you’ll quickly learn what you need to know. June features the loving words you long to hear. You’ll attract money in July. Resist using it to establish your status. Remain conservative and low key, and you’ll be financially comfortable. You’ll be offered a prime opportunity in September. Leo and Scorpio people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 26, 43, 9, 45 and 28.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19). The best leaders understand that leadership is a humbling position. To adopt a vision that is right for everyone in your group, you have to really listen well to the others. You’ll do a stellar job of this.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You’ll be in a curious, experimental mood, and you’ll lead with your sense of fun and adventure. Because of this, you will land in a magical state of mind, and others will live in your magic, as well.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). It’s a lucky day for retail therapy because you’ll accurately estimate what you need. You’ll get a lot of use out of what you purchase today, and you’ll get the best price, too.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). You never want to be a nag. That’s why you’ll search for the most enticing and imaginative way to keep someone thinking about the benefits of doing what you want them to do.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Some friends need more patience and compassion than others. Being a good pal sometimes means having to overlook thoughtless comments, especially when they were clearly not intended to harm.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You love to nurture others and witness their development. You will experience one of your favorite kind of moments today -- the one where you see the lights come on because a person finally understands.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). As the sign of the scales, you balance opposing qualities in a way that makes others marvel. For instance, today you are simultaneously confident and modest,

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––––––– ALMANAC ––––––– Today is Wednesday, May 25, the 145th day of 2011. There are 220 days left in the year.

Today’s Highlight in History: On May 25, 1961, President John F. Kennedy told a joint session of Congress: ÒI believe that this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of landing a man on the moon and returning him safely to the earth.Ó (That goal was accomplished eight years later with the Apollo 11 mission.)

On this date: In 1787, the Constitutional Convention began meeting in Philadelphia after enough delegates had shown up for a quorum.

In 1895, playwright Oscar Wilde was convicted of a morals charge in London; he was sentenced to two years in prison.

In 1911, Mexican President PorÞrio Diaz resigned; he went into exile in France for the rest of his life.

In 1935, Babe Ruth hit the 714th and Þnal home run of his career, for the Boston Braves, in a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

In 1946, Transjordan (now Jordan) became a kingdom as it proclaimed its new monarch, Abdullah I. In 1968, the Gateway Arch in St. Louis was dedicated by Vice President Hubert Humphrey and Interior Secretary Stewart Udall.

In 1979, 273 people died when an American Airlines DC-10 crashed on takeoff from ChicagoÕs OÕHare airport.

In 1981, daredevil Dan Goodwin, wearing a Spiderman costume, scaled the outside of ChicagoÕs Sears Tower in 7½ hours.

In 1986, an estimated 7 million Americans participated in ÒHands Across AmericaÓ to raise money for the nationÕs hungry and homeless.

One year ago: President Barack Obama ordered 1,200 National Guard troops to boost security along the U.S.-Mexico border.

Today’s Birthdays: Country singer-songwriter Tom T. Hall is 75. Actor Sir Ian McKellen is 72. Country singer Jessi Colter is 68.

Actress-singer Leslie Uggams is 68. Movie director and Muppeteer Frank Oz is 67.

Actress Karen Valentine is 64. Rock singer Klaus Meine (The Scorpions) is 63. Actress Patti DÕArbanville is 60. Actress Connie Sellecca is 56. Rock singer-musician Paul Weller is 53. Actor-comedian Mike Myers is 48. Actor Matt Borlenghi is 44. Actor Joseph Reitman is 43. Rock musician Glen Drover is 42. Actress Anne Heche (haych) is 42.

Actresses Lindsay and Sidney Greenbush (TV: ÒLittle House on the PrairieÓ) are 41.

Actor-comedian Jamie Kennedy is 41. Actor Justin Henry is 40. Actress Molly Sims is 38.

Singer Lauryn Hill is 36. Actor Cillian Murphy is 35. Actor Ethan Suplee is 35. Rock musician Todd Whitener is 33. Actor Corbin Allred is 32. Actress-singer Lauren Frost is 26.

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After two years, a friend insisted I be hospitalized in a mental health facility. A psychiatrist there correctly diagnosed me with major depression and began treatment.

Within a matter of weeks, I was much improved and able to stop using illegal drugs. From there, I found a job near my educational level. I later married and have since lived a productive and happy life.

Here’s the problem: I have seven siblings. Some of them still speak ill of me to others, even manufacturing dramatic lies about me. My recovery has seemingly meant nothing to them. Can you help me understand why they drag me down like this? After all the years I lost, it seems like a very ugly thing to do. Is there anything I can say or do to stop it?

-- Long Recovered Dear Recovered: You need to tell your siblings how much this hurts you. People who exaggerate and gossip often do so because they crave attention, and in some perverse way, your siblings believe your story gives them celebrity status while making them feel superior. You might ask them why they feel the need to denigrate you to others. Then ask if they will please stop because it is hurtful and undermines

whatever sibling relationship you have.

Dear Annie: I associate with some older gentlemen through my church. Many of them have nose hairs and eyebrows so long you could comb them. Why aren’t their wives telling them to take care of this? It is repulsive for those of us who have to look up at them while conversing.

Ladies, please be helpmates to your husbands. -- Turned Off Dear Turned Off: We have to assume these men do not realize they have hairs hanging from unattractive places, and it’s possible no one around them is willing to bring up the issue. And at some point, the eyesight can weaken, and these hairs are not noticed. We urge people to take care of their personal grooming since it makes an impression, justified or not, and if you need a magnification mirror, get one.

Dear Annie: I sympathize with “Fed-Up Roommate,” whose friend insists on controlling everything within their apartment and makes her life miserable.

Years ago, I was in a similar situation. With the landlord’s approval, I gave my roommate 30 days’ notice to find someone else to live with her, and I moved out. If “Fed Up” can afford to do this, she might consider taking this action rather than suffering through another nine months of her roommate’s bossiness until the lease expires.

When people are considering moving in together, it is important that they have a serious talk beforehand about housekeeping, bill paying, visitors and anything else that can come up when you room with another person. Even best friends who think they know each other well can be unpleasantly surprised when they are sharing close quarters. In my case, moving in with my best friend ruined the relationship. -- Sadder but Wiser

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Wednesday, May 25 Andre Dubus III at the library noon to 1 p.m. Andre Dubus III at the Portland Public Library. Dubus’ novel “House of Sand and Fog” (1999) was a finalist for the National Book Award and the basis for an Academy award-nominated film. His 2011 memoir “Townie” tells of growing up poor in Haverhill after his parents’ divorce, street fighting, and eventually boxing, and deals extensively with his relationship with his father. Rines Auditorium. Free to the public.

Teens Through Time film 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. “I Know What You Did Last Summer” at the Portland Public Library. The Portland Public Library and Videoport are joining forces to present a six-month long film series titled, “Teens Through Time.” Films featured possess a positively “teencentric” view. Rines Auditorium

Apothecary by Design Buy Local mixer 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Apothecary by Design, 84 Marginal Way, Buy Local mixer. Buy Local Member Mixers are informal networking and social events for members, friends, and anyone who would like to know more about Portland Buy Local. “Portland is home to one independent pharmacy: Apothecary by Design, which will be hosting a Buy Local Mixer on Wednesday, May 25. This is a great opportunity to check out this unique business, while enjoying refreshments and mingling with other Buy Local enthusiasts. We hope to see you there!”

Portland’s Public Schools spring concerts begin 7 p.m. Family members, friends and other area residents are invited to attend the following concerts in Portland’s public schools: Deering High School: May 25, 7 p.m., Deering auditorium. Lyman Moore Middle School: June 1, 7 p.m., Moore cafeteria. King Middle School: June 2, 7 p.m., King cafetorium. King Bridge Festival: June 6, 12 to 8 p.m., Deering Oaks bandstand. (Rain location is King Middle School cafetorium.) See details at www.bridgemusicfestival.org. Fifth grade after-school orchestra concert: June 6, 6:30 p.m., Lincoln gym. Lincoln Middle School: June 7, 7 p.m., Lincoln gym. Elementary band and strings concert: June 8, 6:30 p.m., Lincoln gym.

Wilde Chapel, built in 1902, is a familiar landmark in Evergreen Cemetery. The Friends of Evergreen will host a 20th birthday party on Saturday. (DAVID CARKHUFF FILE PHOTO) pany Store located at 211 Marginal Way in Portland. This is a free event for dog lovers and their canine companions.

However, donations for the Planet Dog Foundation (PDF), Planet Dog’s nonprofit grant-making organization, are gladly accepted. www.petconnectionmaine.com

Andre Dubus III at Longfellow Books cancelled

Council of Otomi Elders and Wisdom Keepers

7 p.m. Highly acclaimed author, Andre Dubus III, known for his bestselling novel, “House of Sand and Fog,” WILL NOT be reading from his new memoir at Longfellow Books. The cancellation was announced Tuesday. He still will be at the Portland Public Library at noon. Also cancelled is an event at the Telling Room (http://tellingroom.org).

7 p.m. Inanna, Sisters in Rhythm, and a very special guest, Dabadi Thaayrohyadi, will present music, ceremony and teachings from the Council of Otomi Elders and Wisdom Keepers at the First Universalist Church at 97 Main St. in Yarmouth. Dabadi Thaayrohyadi comes to Maine from Temoaya, Mexico, where he founded the International Indigenous University. Thaayrohyadi is a traditional healer who travels internationally, offering teachings and ceremonies in the ways of his ancestors, who predate the Aztecs and Mayans.

He is on a “Pilgrimage to the Four Directions for the Healing of Mother Earth.” His mission is to bring all peoples together in peace to take responsibility for healing all relationships, including our destructive relationship with Mother Earth. Thaayrohyadi uses the vibrations of drums, voice, and a conch shell to help in the healing process. With the wonderful rhythms of Inanna to put everybody in the groove, this presentation will certainly inspire joy and well being. Please bring a drum. A sliding scale donation of $10-$15 per person is requested to cover costs. For more information, please go to the Inanna, Sisters in Rhythm website at www.inanna.ws or www.yourlandmainely.org. 332-5892

A Benefit Concert with Jessie Russo 7 p.m. Come relax with the St. Lawrence Arts Center “for a twangy evening filled with good friends and kind faces while supporting a great center for the arts right here in your own community.” Tickets are $12 general admission or a special all inclusive family rate of $25. The proceeds will benefit the restoration project at the St. Lawrence Arts Center! Brilliant Chebeague Island old-timey folk music troubador Jessie Russo will perform with her brother Jeff Russo. Opening the show will be Robbie Anderson, also a Portland local.

Tickets at Brown Paper Tickets (https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/178090). For more information on “Still Be Here,” visit www.stlawrencearts.org.

‘The City Dark’ screened at SPACE 7:30 p.m. “The City Dark” presented as part of “CIFF Selects,” bringing the best titles from The Camden International Film Festival to Portland’s SPACE Gallery, 538 Congress St. “‘The City Dark’ is a feature documentary about light pollution and the disappearing night sky, premiering in competition at the 2011 South by Southwest Film Festival.

After moving to New York City from rural Maine, filmmaker Ian Cheney (King Corn, The Greening of Southie) asks a simple question, ‘Do we need the stars?’ Exploring the threat of killer asteroids in Hawaii, tracking hatching turtles along the Florida coast, and rescuing injured birds on Chicago streets, Cheney unravels the myriad implications of a globe glittering with lights — including increased breast cancer rates from exposure to light at night, and a generation of kids without a glimpse of the universe above. Featuring stunning astrophotography and a cast of eclectic scientists, philosophers, historians and lighting designers, ‘The City Dark’ is the definitive story of light pollution and the disappearing stars.” www.space538.org

Thursday, May 26 Planet Dog’s Yappy Hour with dog trainer 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Planet Dog’s popular Yappy Hour will feature Diana Logan, a certified pet dog trainer from Maine with over 30 years experience working with animals.

Logan embraces modern, positive-reinforcement methods to help new pups get started in the right direction and to help older pups change bad habits. The Planet Dog Com-

Douglas Kennedy at Longfellow Books 7 p.m. The bestsellling author, “The Moment,” comes to Portland. “A love story of great epic sweep and immense emotional power, ‘The Moment’ explores why and how we fall in love—and the way we project on to others that which our hearts so desperately seek. ‘An observant, compassionate, and romantic portrait of emotional turmoil in troubled times.’

— Publishers Weekly.” http://www.longfellowbooks.com

Friday, May 27 Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village opens 10 a.m. The Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26, New Gloucester, will open for the 2011 season. The traditional Memorial Day Weekend opening will feature museum tours, the special major exhibit “Creating Chosen Land: Our Home 1783-2010,” Nature hikes and a spinning demonstration by R & R Spinners. www.shaker.lib.me.us, 926-4597.

‘Inaugural Art Walk Lewiston Auburn’ 5 p.m. The first “Art Walk Lewiston Auburn” will transform the downtown areas of Lewiston and Auburn into art districts for the evening. The Art Walk, which will be taking place once monthly from May to September, is an independent grassroots endeavor by community members, artists, and local businesses who want to celebrate the extraordinary talent of visual artists in Lewiston Auburn and around Maine. Visit www.ArtWalkLewistonAuburn.com or email

Team@ArtWalkLewistonAuburn.com.

‘Circo’ screened at the PMA 6:30 p.m. “Circo” screening at the Portland Museum of Art. Friday, May 27, 6:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 28, 2 p.m.; Sunday, May 29, 2 p.m. “Gorgeously filmed along the back roads of rural Mexico, ‘Circo’ follows the Ponce family’s hardscrabble circus as it struggles to stay together despite mounting debt, dwindling audiences, and a simmering family conflict.”

Mayo Street Arts presents ‘Eat Write’ 7 p.m. “Eat Write,” nourishment for mouth and mind, performances and Readings by delectable Acorn Productions actors Paul Haley, Michael Howard and April Singley and Poetess Annie Finch. Dinner and a wine-tasting competition; co-hosted by Megan Grumbling and WMPG’S Zack Barowitz. 10 Mayo St. $5-$10 suggested donation. http:// mayostreetarts.org/calendar

‘It Goes Without Saying’ at Lucid Stage 8 p.m. Written and performed by Bill Bowers, directed by and developed with Martha Banta at Lucid Stage, May 27 and May 28. Tickets $15; $12 Student/Senior. “Join us for this fun and unflinching look at the life and mimes of performer Bill Bowers. From his days playing with his Barbie dolls in his backyard in Montana to his training with world-renowned mime Marcel Marceau, Bill has observed the incredible power that silence can wield-whether onstage, between family members, among neighbors, or when we are alone.”

Saturday, May 28 Tate House Museum Herb Sale 8 a.m. to noon. The Tate House Museum announced its upcoming Herb Sale to be held on the grounds of Tate House Museum. There will be a selection of perennials and herbs available for purchase. Tate House Museum, 1270 Westbrook St., Portland (Stroudwater). 774-6177. www.tatehouse.org

Friends of Evergreen 20th Birthday Party 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The public is invited to a morning full of free events including the unveiling of the new Visitors Sign by Mayor Nicholas Mavodones Jr. The Visitor’s Signs are adjacent to the Evergreen Cemetery office, at 672 Stevens Ave. They are filled with historic and environmental facts, points of interest, photographs, and a detailed guide map. “The Friends of Evergreen want to thank the Quimby Foundation for their generous support. We also thank City of Portland Public Services Department, Portland Trails, and Maine Audubon for their involvement. 9 a.m. Herb walk with Corinne Martin. Meet at the Cemetery Office. 10 a.m. Visitor’s Signs unveiling and ribbon cutting with Mayor Nicholas Mavodones, Jr. Meet at the Cemetery Office. 10:30 a.m. Civil War walking tour with Janet Morelli and David Little. Meet at the Cemetery Office. noon. Birthday cake and live music by John Dana at Wilde Memorial Chapel. see next page

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The Sea Dogs will host an autograph session for military personnel in the outfield prior to the game from noon to 12:20 p.m. In honor of Military Appreciation Day, the team will wear camouflage caps for the game.

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UMC Public Bean Supper 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Traditional Elm Street UMC Public Bean Supper, Elm Street United Methodist Church, 168 Elm St., South Portland. Beans, hot dogs, casseroles and pies.

Suggested donation: Adults $8, under 12: $4, family: $20. www.elmstreetumc.org

Sunday, May 29 Unity Center for Sacred Living 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Unity Center for Sacred Living, “an open, interfaith, Oneness oriented Spiritual Community ... here to evolve consciousness through what we call The New Spirituality,” is holding services. “We know that the essence of Spirit is within each and every one of us, and our aim is to create a safe and sacred space for each person to explore their own perception of Spirituality. UCSL offers weekly gatherings that are informative, creative, interactive, and sometimes ceremonial followed by fellowship.

We hope you will come join us for our alternative services known as Sacred Living Gatherings.” Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Williston-West Church, Memorial Hall (2nd floor), 32 Thomas St. Portland. For more information call 221-0727 or email centerforsacredliving@gmail.com.

Southern Maine Community College commencement at the Civic Center in Portland 2 p.m. The largest graduating class in the 64-year history of Southern Maine Community College will join together with faculty and staff for commencement exercises. Nine-hundred and fourteen students will receive diplomas at the ceremony in the Cumberland County Civic Center in Portland.

The commencement speaker will be retiring SMCC President, Dr. James O. Ortiz. Ortiz will retire on July 29. Ortiz became president of what was then Southern Maine Technical College in February of 2002. Under his leadership, the college transitioned to a comprehensive community college and became the fastest growing community college in New England, tripling its growth between 2002 and the fall of 2010. Over the past several years, Dr. Ortiz has laid the groundwork for SMCC’s new Midcoast Campus at the former Brunswick Naval Air Station. SMCC’s 2011 graduates include 16-year-old Rachel Champoux and 83-yearold, Robert Witham — the youngest and oldest students ever to graduate from SMCC. Students will receive degrees in over 40 different programs ranging from health sciences and technical programs to liberal studies and business.

Witham was enrolled in one of the first classes at Maine Vocational Technical Institute when he returned from World War II. Jewett Hall, Howe Hall and Slocum Road on the SMCC campus were named for his instructors. He will receive an associates degree in Applied Technology in Integrated Manufacturing at graduation on Sunday. Champoux started taking classes at a local university when she was 12 years old. Having been homeschooled, she was not used to the large class size she found there. When she was ready to enroll in college full-time she looked for a place that was close to home with the smaller class size she desired. She enrolled at SMCC at the age of 14.

Maine High School Ultimate [Frisbee] League 3 p.m. The Maine High School Ultimate [Frisbee] League, now in its third year, will conclude its 2011 season with the

Tuesday, May 31 MOFGA Farm Training Project

Andre Dubus III grew up in mill towns on the Merrimack River along the Massachusetts-New Hampshire border. He began writing fiction at age 22 just a few months after graduating from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelors Degree in Sociology.

Andre Dubus III is the author of a collection of short fiction, The Cage Keeper and Other Stories, and the novels Bluesman, House of Sand and Fog and The Garden of Last Days, a New York Times bestseller. He will be in Portland today for a reading at the Portland Public Library at noon. (Photo by Marion Ettlinger) State Championships on Sunday, May 29 at the Cumberland County Fairgrounds. Up from eight teams in 2010, the 2011 season saw 16 teams, including Casco Bay High School, Cape Elizabeth, Cumberland, Deering, Falmouth, Freeport, Fryeburg Academy, Long Creek (AR Gould), Merriconeag Waldorf School, South Portland and Yarmouth.

Teams in the Northern Division included Bangor, Belfast and Camden Hills. The Maine High School Ultimate League is sanctioned by USA Ultimate, formerly the Ultimate Players Association (UPA), based in Boulder, Colo. The UPA was founded in 1979 as a player-run, not-for-profit organization that serves as the governing body for the sport of Ultimate in the U.S. USA Ultimate sanctions youth, high school, college and club competition across the country, including sectional, regional and national championships each year.

Visit www.usaultimate.org. http://www.maineultimate.com/ team-schedules

Memorial Luminary event in Old Orchard Beach 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Memorial Luminary Fundraiser at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Old Orchard Beach. Honor a loved one with your own Memorial Luminary. All of the proceeds will be used to honor veterans of the following wars: Vietnam, Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom. Purchase your own Luminary Bag at the Town Clerk’s Office or at the Libby Memorial Library; $3 each or two for $5. 934-5714

Monday, May 30 Arboretum Plant Sale 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Arboretum Plant Sale at 114 Old Ocean House Road, Cape Elizabeth.

Locally grown trees, shrubs and perennials from Old Ocean House Farms and from an extensive waterfront landscape in Scarborough. Sale proceeds will benefit the Arboretum at Fort Williams Park, a project that will control invasive plants, demonstrate sustainable landscaping and improve the trail system at the Park. Old Ocean House Farms is part of the Cape Elizabeth Farm Alliance, which is dedicated to preserving local agricultural properties. Mary Hodgkin at maryh777@gmail. com, 767-5692.

Military Appreciation Day at Hadlock Field Pianist Christian Saunders will perform Saturday, June 25, at 7:30 p.m. in the Old White Church, 15 noon. The Portland Sea Dogs have partnered with the United Salmon Falls Road, Bar Mills. (COURTESY PHOTO)

5 p.m. Maine Organic Farmers & Gardeners Association’s 2011 Farm Training Project (FTP) Workshop Series. The 2011 season will kick off with workshops on Starting with the Soil: Sustainable Soil Management. There will be two offerings of this workshop — first on Tuesday, May 31 at 5 p.m. at Broadturn Farm in Scarborough, and second on Wednesday, June 1 at 5 p.m. at Village Farm in Freedom.

The FTP workshops are designed for and targeted to participants in MOFGA’s Apprenticeship Program, but are free and open to anyone interested. They are intended to give apprentices and other young, beginning, and aspiring farmers the chance to visit other farms, learn from farmers about their areas of expertise, and socialize with peers. The workshops follow an informal format. They generally begin in the late afternoon with a farm tour, followed by a presentation and demonstration on the topic of the day. Participants are then invited to stay for a potluck supper and discussion bring a dish or something fresh from the farm to share. For more information about or directions to any of the workshops, or to get yourself on a reminder mailing list, email April or call 568-4142.

Wednesday, June 1 Portland Public Schools graduations 10:30 a.m. It’s graduation season in Portland. The Portland Public Schools will hold the following graduation ceremonies: June 1, 10:30 a.m., Portland Expo, Deering High School graduation; June 2, 10:30 a.m., Merrill Auditorium, Portland High School graduation; June 2, 6 p.m., Merrill Auditorium, Casco Bay High School graduation; June 9, 6 p.m., Merrill Auditorium, Portland Adult Education graduation.

KeyBank and the Maine Small Business Development Centers small business seminar 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. In an effort to help more Maine entrepreneurs and small business owners access resources and expertise, KeyBank and the Maine Small Business Development Centers (Maine SBDS) are teaming up to offer free informational events exclusively for Maine small business owners. A June 1 session will take place at the Key Plaza at 23 Water Street in Bangor. A June 7 session will take place at the KeyBank branch at 400 Forest Ave. in Portland. All of the sessions will run from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. They are free and open to the public. For more information or to register, go to www.mainesbdc.org.

Old Orchard Beach charter commission 7 p.m. The Old Orchard Beach charter commission is having a public hearing on the proposed charter. There is a synopsis of the charter changes available at town hall. 1 Portland Avenue, Old Orchard Beach. http://www. oobmaine.com/Pages/OldOrchardBeachME_BComm/ chartercom

Thursday, June 2 ‘The Thinking Heart’ in Portland 7 p.m. Four performances of “The Thinking Heart: the Life and Loves of Etty Hillesum,” will be presented in the Portland area during April, May and June. Conversation concerning the work will follow performances. Glickman Family Library at the University of Southern Maine, 314 Forest Ave., seventh floor, Portland, on June 2, at 7 p.m. This performance is sponsored by Maine Writers and Publishers Alliance. Contact: Joshua Bodwell, Executive Director, director@mainewriters.org, 228-8263. see next page

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‘Late Nite Catechism’ at Freeport 7:30 p.m. The Smash Off-Broadway hit, direct from New York, “Late Nite Catechism” will feature Colleen Moore, who has played the role of Sister in New York as well as the National Tour. This show has been praised by Catholic Standard and Times, Catholic Explorer and called “uproarious” by the New York Times. Laugh your Sins off and don’t let Sister catch you with gum in your mouth!

Performances are June 2 through June 12, Tuesdays through Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $27/$22.50 for seniors and students, and are available through Brown Paper Tickets, link to the ticket outlet can be found at www.freeportfactory.com. 865-5505 The Freeport Factory Stage is located at 5 Depot St., downtown Freeport, just one block east of L.L. Bean.

Friday, June 3 Author Lynn Plourde visits Reiche School 9 a.m. Lynn Plourde, a well-known children’s author, will spend all day June 3 at Reiche Community School in Portland. She will work with students and participate in school-wide assembly. Plourde is the author of “Teacher Appreciation Day,” “Pigs in the Mud,” “Class Picture Day” and many other books. Reiche students have created plays, puppet shows, poems, letters and a newscast based on her stories. Beginning at 9 a.m., Plourde will visit classrooms and watch the student presentations. Reiche families and other community members are invited to attend the assembly with Plourde from 1:30 to 3 p.m.

directed by Acorn faculty member Stephanie Ross, who is also the Director of Drama at Massabesic High School.

“Acorn’s version of the classic story begins with a young couple who desperately want a child. An evil enchantress Dame Gothel manipulates them into promising her their first born in exchange for all the Rampion (otherwise known as Rapunzel) vegetable they can eat. Saving the day are a delightful garden of enchanted vegetables who talk, sing and put themselves in harm’s way in order to help Rapunzel and her heroic Prince finally find their way back together.”

The production runs from June 3 to 19 in the Acorn Studio Theater in Westbrook, with tickets $7 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under. Rapunzel is suitable for all ages, especially younger children who will love the antics of the garden vegetables. Call Acorn at 854-0065 or visit www.acorn-productions.org for more info or to order tickets.

Steve Tesh, others at Mayo Street 7:30 p.m. Steve Tesh, Chris Teret and Stephanie Rabins, Chriss Sutherland, and Micah Blue Smaldone at Mayo Street Arts. $5. http://mayostreetarts.org/calendar/

Saturday, June 4 Grand opening of 10-mile Forest City Trail

3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Westbrook Together Days. This annual event put together by the Westbrook Community Chamber brings together the best of Westbrook, local groups, local artisans, local service clubs, and great food along with amusement rides. “We will have 20-30 performers and entertainers as well as a parade down Main Street Saturday morning and our Annual Auction Saturday afternoon. The festivities are concluded with our fabulous Fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. Saturday night. Riverbank Park, 655 Main St., Westbrook. June 3-June 4. Friday 3 p.m. until 10 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. No cost for admission. Tickets can be purchased for amusement rides.

8:30 a.m. Portland Trails will celebrate its 20th znniversary on National Trails Day with the grand opening of the Forest City Trail. Activities are scheduled throughout the day including a ribbon cutting ceremony at noon at the Casco Bay High School and PATHS campus. Portland Trails recently made major improvements to the walking trails behind the school buildings that are part of the Forest City Trail. Portland Trails co-founder Tom Jewell will lead a guided walk of the Forest City Trail with Bob Crowley, winner of “Survivor: Gabon,” the hit reality television series. RSVPs will be required for this 10-mile hike across Portland. A $10 registration fee includes lunch. Individual guided walks of the major open spaces along the Forest City Trail will also be offered as part of the day’s festivities. 8:30 a.m.: Portland Trails Trail Manager Jaime Parker will lead a tour through the Fore River Sanctuary. Meet at the Frost and Congress Street trailhead; 10 a.m.: City Arborist Jeff Tarling of Portland Public Services will offer a tour of Evergreen Cemetery.

Meet at the Duck Pond in the Cemetery; 1 p.m.: Portland Trails Board Member Roger Berle will lead a walk through the Presumpscot River Preserve starting from the Overset Road trailhead.

‘Refashioned’ at the PMA

Used book and DVD sale at Windham Hill church

Westbrook Together Days

5 p.m. to 8 p.m. May 21 through July 31, the Portland Museum of Art presents “Refashioned.” “Inherent in the structure of a garment is the story of its purpose, time, and place. Contemporary artists, Lauren Gillette (York, Maine), Anne Lemanski (Spruce Pine, North Carolina), and Angelika Werth (Nelson, British Columbia), use the configuration of an article of clothing or hairstyle as an armature for historical narratives. Their work begins with the desire to communicate details of a life revealed in the conventions of outward appearance. In sculptural jackets, hairstyles, and dresses, the artists reconstruct identities, reuse materials, and reinvent historical personas. The exhibition will feature 21 objects lent by the artists. Refashioned is the third in a series of exhibitions called Circa that explores compelling aspects of contemporary art in the state of Maine and beyond. Circa is a series of exhibitions featuring the work of living artists from Maine and beyond. Circa is made possible by S. Donald Sussman. Corporate support provided

by The VIA Agency.” Opening celebration: Friday, June 3, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

First Friday at Geno’s Rock Club 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Art Walk at Geno’s Rock Club is free, and open to all — Jessica Butts will be exhibiting her newest multimedia pieces in the lobby. Refreshments will be provided. Live music show doors open at 9 p.m., cover is $5, 21 plus/proper ID required. Bands: Brenda — http:// www.brendabrenda.com; Over a Cardboard Sea — http:// www.myspace.com/sailingoveracardboardsea.

Contact Peri Broadbent for more information at genos.artwalk@ gmail.com

‘My Perestroika’ at the PMA 6:30 p.m. “My Perestroika” screening at the Portland Museum of Art. Friday, June 3, 6:30 p.m.; Saturday, June 4, 2 p.m.; Sunday, June 5, 2 p.m. NR. “‘My Perestroika’ follows five ordinary Russians living in extraordinary times — from their sheltered Soviet childhood, to the collapse of the Soviet Union during their teenage years, to the constantly shifting political landscape of post-Soviet Russia. At the center of the film is a family.”

Fairy Tale Players 7 p.m. In June, Acorn Productions wraps up the company’s second season of performance by the “Fairy Tale Players,” an ensemble of kids, teens and adults who have studied at the Acorn Acting Academy. The troupe’s last production of the season is the classic fairy tale Rapunzel, adapted and

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A used book and DVD sale will be held at the Windham Hill United Church of Christ at 140 Windham Center Road in Windham. There will be a huge selection of fiction, nonfiction, and children’s books available. FMI call the church at 892-4217.

Portland Jetport Aviation Expo 2011 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Portland Jetport Aviation Expo 2011, June 11-12. Military, Antique, Special Interest aircraft, demos, fly-bys, displays, Helicopter and Bi-plane rides, food, charity plane-pull and more. Free admission and free parking (follow event signs at Jetport). Please, no pets, weapons or smoking. Sat. 9-4 Sun 9-3. www.portlandjetport.org/ node/72

Maine Historical Society annual meeting 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Maine Historical Society Annual Meeting: Looking (Back) At Television. “Join us to conduct the official business of MHS, and for a look at the early days of television in Maine. The annual meeting includes awards, the welcoming of new Trustees, and a talk by Fred Thompson, former head of the Maine Broadcasting System (1983-1998). MHS membership and registration for the event required.” For more information, click here. To register, please call 774-1822.

Volunteer Training Day at the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch provided. “Retired? Interested in history? Looking for a fun part-time activity? The Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad has immediate openings for train crew! We are looking for individuals who enjoy talking with visitors and residents about the history of Maine. Volunteer whenever is convenient for you –- we run trains seven days a week along the waterfront. We offer a fun and enjoyable environment to volunteer in the community this summer.

No technical skills are needed – training provided.” www. mainenarrowgauge.org. Limited seats available on June 4, please RSVP to 828-0814 or e-mail: volunteers@mainenarrowgauge.org.

Herbal Primer Workshop 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. An Herbal Primer Workshop will be held at the Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26, New Gloucester. The workshop covers all the basics of herb growing from starting seeds to using what you grow. Betsey-Ann Golon, Shaker Village herb gardener, is the instructor. Fee: $40 (pre-registration required).

Shape Note Singers in New Gloucester 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Shape Note Singers will be gathering for their annual singalong at the Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, Route 26, New Gloucester. The singalong is open and free of charge to the public.

SMCC Composite Technology meeting 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) is holding a public meeting to provide information about the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Composite Technology scheduled for initial offering at the SMCC Midcoast Campus at Brunswick Landing in Fall 2011.

Applications are currently being accepted, and anyone interested in learning more about the program or admission procedures is encouraged to attend. “Composite technology is designated as a high growth/high demand industry in Maine. SMCC is working with regional employers to provide a skilled workforce to meet increasing demands.” Resilient Communications at Brunswick Landing. Enter the former BNAS through the main Cook’s Corner entrance. For more information on the degree program, contact Randi Paine at 741-5624.

George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic 8 p.m. George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic on the Maine State Pier, presented by Maine State Pier Concert Series. “Funk legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member George Clinton and the Parliament Funkadelics kick off the Maine State Pier Concert Series. This show promises the best funk concert dance party complete with vendors, street performers and beer garden, all set against the backdrop of Portland Harbor.” General admission seating. All tickets $30 including $3 service fee. Rain or Shine.

All tickets will be mailed. https://tickets.porttix.com/public/ show.asp or http://www.kahbang.com/maine-state-pierconcert-series/

Sunday, June 5 Bicycle Coalition of Maine’s Women’s Ride 9 a.m. This all-women’s ride is suited for all ages and fitness levels, with distances of five, 15, 25 and 50. The ride offers beautiful views of the countryside and coast.

Proceeds benefit the Bicycle Coalition of Maine’s work to improve bicycling in Maine. Preregistration is encouraged.

For more information or to pre-register, go to www.BikeMaine.org or call 623-4511. L.L. Bean’s Casco Conference Center, Casco Street Freeport. Rides begin at 9 a.m. www.

BikeMaine.org.

Portland Jetport Aviation Expo 2011 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Portland Jetport Aviation Expo 2011, June 11-12. Military, Antique, Special Interest aircraft, demos, fly-bys, displays, Helicopter and Bi-plane rides, food, charity plane-pull and more. Free admission and free parking (follow event signs at Jetport). Please, no pets, weapons or smoking. Sat. 9-4 Sun 9-3. www.portlandjetport.org/ node/72

Unity Center for Sacred Living 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Unity Center for Sacred Living, “an open, interfaith, Oneness oriented Spiritual Community ... here to evolve consciousness through what we call The New Spirituality,” is holding services. “We know that the essence of Spirit is within each and every one of us, and our aim is to create a safe and sacred space for each person to explore their own perception of Spirituality. UCSL offers weekly gatherings that are informative, creative, interactive, and sometimes ceremonial followed by fellowship. We hope you will come join us for our alternative services known as Sacred Living Gatherings.” Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Williston-West Church, Memorial Hall (2nd floor), 32 Thomas St. Portland. For more information call 221-0727 or email centerforsacredliving@gmail.com.

Monday, June 6 Cancer Resource Open House 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Cancer Community Center has teamed up with the City of South Portland Wellness Committee to provide a free Cancer Resource Open House for the general public. The Open House will feature a whole bunch of cancer-related practitioners and speakers who will share their expertise on supplemental supports such as: Meditation, Massage, Pilates, Acupuncture, Immunityboosting diet, Cancer support groups, the Maine Buddy Program, and much more. Registration is requested but drop-ins are welcome. The event will take place at the Cancer Community Center located at 778 Main St. in South Portland. For more information and to register: 774-2200 or www.CancerCommunityCenter.org/OpenHouse.htm. see next page

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Shaker Village, Route 26, New Gloucester. Free and open to the public.

Tuesday, June 7

Cape Elizabeth Family Fun Day 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Family Fun Day is a nonprofit event meant to encourage and support the numerous community, school groups and non-profit organizations in our town by providing them a venue to raise much needed revenue while encouraging the small town spirit of caring and community that is New England. The day kicks off with a parade at 10:30 AM which starting from Cottage Farm Road. There will be floats from local community groups and sports teams, as well as antique cars, bands, lots of fire engines from many of the local towns, and much more. Activities are scheduled throughout the day including games for all ages, face painting, numerous arts and crafts and a wide variety of foods and beverages. Fort Williams Park. Admission is free, activities vary from free to $5.

Portland Trails volunteer orientation 5:30 p.m. Portland Trails is hosting an evening volunteer orientation for community members interested in getting involved with the many volunteer opportunities available throughout the year. At the workshop, participants will learn about Portland Trails’ ongoing projects and get a chance to talk to Portland Trails staff about what each volunteer job entails. “Volunteer tasks range from trail work to events and wellness fairs throughout the city,” said Nan Cumming, Executive Director of Portland Trails, “this is a chance for folks to see what we’re up to and get involved with one of our many volunteer opportunities.” Portland Trails hosts regularly scheduled volunteer work days throughout the summer and fall which draw over 200 volunteers who come to help bushwhack, clear, plant or resurface trails. At the orientation, Charlie Baldwin, trails foreman, will talk about the techniques Portland Trails uses for trail maintenance.

The orientation will also cover Portland Trails’ “Trail Stewardship” program, an opportunity for individuals to steward a trail in the Portland Trails network on a year-round basis.

Rachael Weyand, outreach manager, will talk about the outreach volunteer opportunities at Portland Trails events and wellness. The orientation will be at the Portland Trails office at 305 Commercial Street from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and refreshments will be served. Participants are asked to RSVP before June 6 to Rachael Weyand: info@trails.org or 775-2411.

Thursday, June 9 Italian Life Expo 5:30 p.m. Italian Life Expo runs Thursday through Saturday at Ocean Gateway Terminal, showcasing exclusive and innovative vintners, food producers, chefs, travel specialists and artisans from Tuscany, Piemonte, Brescia, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Emilia-Romagna and more. Learn about the specialties of the regions, discover artisanal treasures and plan your next Italian trip. “Savor and celebrate all things Italian; experience Italy on the waterfront in Portland; meet and sample the best from a new generation of artisans producing Italy’s finest specialties in centuries-old traditions, including hand-crafted Italian cheeses and delicate hams, exclusive regional wines and olive oils and traditional copper pans, housewares and ceramics; meet experts with exciting Italian travel ideas, from navigating the backroads of Italy to cooking authentic Tuscan cuisine; learn about organic farms that welcome visitors to their guesthouses and luxurious villa rentals.” Tickets are $35 per session or $90 for an entire day. As part of the ticket each session also offers optional and unique presentations by expert exhibitors. These will be held in a tent overlooking the waterfront just outside of the main exhibit hall. Must be 21 years of age to attend the Expo. Special Guest Giuseppe Pastorelli, the Consul General of Italy in Boston, will help celebrate the 150th anniversary of the unification of Italy. 5:30 p.m. — Official welcome by the City of Portland. http://italianlifeexpo. com/schedule.php

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‘Wretches & Jabberers’ at SPACE 7:30 p.m. In the interest of Navigating the Sea, (Support, Education, Awareness) of autism, the Maine Autism Alliance is co-presenting with SPACE Gallery of Portland the documentary film, “Wretches & Jabberers,” June 9 and June 11. “In ‘Wretches & Jabberers,’ two men with autism embark on a global quest to change attitudes about disability and intelligence. Determined to put a new face on autism, Tracy Thresher, 42, and Larry Bissonnette, 52, travel to Sri Lanka, Japan and Finland. At each stop, they dissect public attitudes about autism and issue a hopeful challenge to reconsider competency and the future.” Thursday at 7:30 p.m.; $7/$5 for SPACE members; Saturday, 1 p.m.; $7/$5 for SPACE members, all ages. 538 Congress St. Tickets for event are available at the door on the day of the event, on a first-come, first-serviced basis. Buy tickets at brownpapertickets.com or call 1-800-838-3006 to order over the telephone.

Friday, June 10 Italian Life Expo continues 11 a.m. Italian Life Expo runs Thursday through Saturday at Ocean Gateway Terminal. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Session I, $35; Buongiorno! Meet and Eat the Italian Way. Expert presenters: Cesare Mazzetti, Bottega Del Rame, Copper and brass housewares; Paola D’Amato and Maria Luisa De Luca, Institute For Italian Studies, Italian culture and language lessons. 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.: Session II, $35; Food, Wine & Italian Drives. Italian Life Expo GrapesExpert Presenters: Lorena Tosetto and Gianni Petrussa, Petrussa vineyards, located in Friuli, between the Alps and Adriatic Sea; Paul Turina, Cantine Turina, located on the sunny eastern shores of Lake Garda near Verona; Andrea Cassini, I Sodi, located in the Chianti area of Tuscany, outside Siena; Auto Europe, Portland’s own travel specialist. 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.: Session III, $35; Italian Tasting Tour — Pour it On! “You are invited to taste and rate your favorite Italian wines and olive oils. Need some pointers? Our expert Sommelier will give you the tips you need. Then sip and sample as you enjoy a relaxing evening at Ocean Gateway meeting our friends from Italy.” http://italianlifeexpo.com/schedule.php

‘Broadway on the Hill’ 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. CANCELLED. East End Community School Presents “Broadway on the Hill” has been cancelled, according to the Portland Public Schools.

Saturday, June 11 R & R Spinners and blacksmith Tim Greene 10 a.m. The R & R Spinners and blacksmith Tim Greene will demonstrate their respective crafts at the Sabbathday Lake

11 a.m. Italian Life Expo runs Thursday through Saturday at Ocean Gateway Terminal, showcasing exclusive and innovative vintners, food producers, chefs, travel specialists and artisans from Tuscany, Piemonte, Brescia, FriuliVenezia Giulia, Emilia-Romagna and more. Learn about the specialties of the regions, discover artisanal treasures and plan your next Italian trip. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Session IV, $35; Adventures in Italy. Expert Presenters: Suzanne B. Cohen, Suzanne B. Cohen & Associates, Inc., Custom Italian vacation rentals; Roberto Bechi, Tours By Roberto, Inc., Custom group/educational tours. Also at this session, Roberto Bechi will answer questions about small group tours with itineraries traversing the Tuscan countryside. Bechi designs these experiences to be educational, limiting each trip to a number small enough that all might enjoy the view (from tiny, medieval hamlets to extraordinary panoramas) and learn a little about everything — from Etruscan history to artisanal winemaking. Italian Life Expo Grapes Delivery. 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.: Session V, $35; Uniquely Italian Artisanal Foods. Expert Presenters: Giovanni Bianchi, Consortium Of Prosciutto Di Parma/Pio Tosini Prosciutto, Parma ham; Nancy Radke, Consortium Of Parmigiano-Reggiano, Parmigiano cheese. Learn how the unique conditions and craftsmanship of the beautiful regions of Northern Italy help create renowned delicacies that have set the standard among food lovers for centuries. 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.: Session VI, $35; Festa d’ Italia! Savor and Celebrate. “Celebrate the ‘Kingdom of Italy’ as we present the people’s favorite wines and olive oils at the Italian Life Expo. You are invited to taste and rate your favorite Italian wines and olive oils.

Need some pointers? Our expert Sommelier will give you the tips you need. Then sip and sample as you enjoy a festive evening at Ocean Gateway meeting our Italian exhibitors.” http://italianlifeexpo.com/schedule.php

Sunday, June 12 Free Sailing & Open House 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free Sailing & Open House at SailMaine, rain or shine. Free sailboat rides in Portland Harbor, shore-side boat rigging, and knot-tying demonstrations are among the fun activities. Experience and learn what this nonprofit community sailing center is all about. Adults, teens and kids (age 8 and up) are welcome. SailMaine will provide life jackets but if you have one, feel free to bring it along. Located on the Portland waterfront, past the Ocean Gateway Terminal at the end of the extension of Commercial Street (Thames Street), turn right and then left to enter long parking lot on the water. SailMaine is at the end of that parking lot. For more information visit www.sailmaine.org.

Unity Center for Sacred Living 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Unity Center for Sacred Living, “an open, interfaith, Oneness oriented Spiritual Community ... here to evolve consciousness through what we call The New Spirituality,” is holding services. “We know that the essence of Spirit is within each and every one of us, and our aim is to create a safe and sacred space for each person to explore their own perception of Spirituality. UCSL offers weekly gatherings that are informative, creative, interactive, and sometimes ceremonial followed by fellowship.

We hope you will come join us for our alternative services known as Sacred Living Gatherings.” Sundays from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Williston-West Church, Memorial Hall (2nd floor), 32 Thomas St. Portland. For more information call 221-0727 or email centerforsacredliving@gmail.com.

Old Port Festival 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Old Port Festival celebrates its 37th year. The festival attracts over 40,000 people to experience some of Portland’s greatest offerings such as retail, restaurants, arts and entertainment. “The festival has something for everyone including eight music stages, children’s participatory programs and entertainment, a parade, outdoor adventure and more!” http://portlandmaine.com/index. php?sec=6&ssec=130