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bine with new favorite glade trails Max Headroom and Cant Hook. The King Pine Bowl offers a distraction that turns into hours. The West Mountain is for cruising. And as many times as you ski these trails you always come back. This is a great tribute to the original design and the contour and character of the moun~ tain itself. Sugarloaf also operates an outdoor center with 100 km of Nordic trails, skating and snowshoeing, with their famous family spaghetti supper every Saturday night. Several package deals are worth mentioning. The Classic midweek includes five daysoflifts and lodging, with health club and Perfect Turn clinics included for $299. Good deal! Sugarloafs White White World Carnival is January 25-29 with packages as low as $59.95. During Family Fling Weeks kids are half price everything. With midweek specials and value weekends the price is right. Sugarloaf is the kind of place you really need to stayovernight to get your money's worth. And do not miss Reggae Weekend, April 9-11; live, authentic bands perform outdoors in the sunshine. The ultimate Sugarloaf experience awaits you. &

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Portland Stage Company, Portland Perfonning Arts Center, 27 Forest Avenue, Portland. The PSC continues to celebrate its 25th Anniversary Season. From January 12through the 31st, Nora, an adaptation of Ibsen's A Doll's House by Ingmar Bergman, tells the story of a woman's triumph over repression in searing psychological detail. Performances are Wednesday through Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturdayat 4 and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. Brian Silbennan's Manifest, winner of the 1998 Cluder Competition for playwriting, is staged February 16 through March 7. Explore courage, pathos, and love against the stark background of the Holocaust in this important play. Ticketpricesare $18 to $30.Call 774-0465fordetails.

Mad Horse Theatre Company, 92 Oak Street, Portland.ArtIwrKapil's The Road to Nirvana presents a satire of American pop culture and its intrinsic emptiness.4 runsfromJanuary7 to February7.Tickets for the Thursday night preview are $10. Thereafter they are $18 on Thursdays and Fridays and $20 on Saturdays(less$2 for students$ seniors).775-5103.

Oak Street Tbe8tre, 92 Oak Street, P.O. Box 5201, Port1&nd.AIHawkes performsJanuary 20 as the music series cootinues. Show starts 8 p.m., tickets are $6. Ongoing.events at Oak Street include a series of open poetry readings hosted by Steve Luttrell of Cafe Review magazine at 8 p.m. on the last Monday of every month.Admission is$2.Ca11775-5I03.

L/A Arts, 49 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. Wallace and Gronunit, the tinkering Britishscientistand his intrepid pooch, are revolutionary achievements in the field of

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clay (or, more properly, plasticine) animation. On Saturday, January 16 at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, January 17 at two p.m. dispel the winter blahs with a nine-part film series featuring the Oscar-winning shorts A Close Shave and Creature Comfom. Tickets are only $5. On Friday, February 12 at 8 p.m., come see Independence Jazz Reunion and celebrate Valentine's day a little early. Tickets range between $10 and $18. For more information contact UA Arts at 782-7228.

Portland Players, 420 Cottage Road, South Portland. If you think a musical about a chess match is implausible, what if I told you it was co-authored by Bjorn and Benny from ABBA? This rock opera. which uses chess and the cold war as its narrative structures, appears from January L9 to February 13. Call 767-6208.

Lyric Theater, 176 Sawyer Street, South Portland. The musical The Pajama Game begins its run on February 19. It win be perfonned Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays until March 7. Call 799-1421.

Mllll§RC Portland Symphony Orchestra, 477 Congress Street Mezzanine, Box 3573, Portland. Majestic Creations lights up January 12 at 7:30 p.m. Featuring works from Sibelius, Viextemps, Lutoslawski, and Joan Tower, this event brings four momentous musical creations to life. Ray Comils is featured on the harpsichord in Events of /899 on Sunday, January 24, at 2:30 p.m. Selections are from Johann Strauss (died 1899) and Carlos Cllavez and Francis Poulenc (born 1899). On Tuesday, February 2, The Sea of Tranquility explores the different ways music has been used for its meditative effects through pieces by Messiaen, Beethoven, Massenet, and Schumann. A Symphonic Night at the Movies promises to be so popular its been scheduled for two nights. On Saturday, February 13 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, February 14 at 2:30 p.m. see timeless, Oscar-winning scenes projected on the big screen as PSO provides the score. Merrill Auditorium, 842-0800.

peA Great Performances, Merrill Auditorium, Portland. Three stellar shows are planned for the months of January and February. First, Emanuel Ax takes the stage on January 21 at 7:30 p.m. Universally acclaimed as one of the premiere pianists in the world, Ax is admired for his poetic lyricism and brilliant technique. On February 18, the Philharmonia Quartett Berlin comes to Portland from Germany, bringing their virtuosity to pieces by Mozart, Bartok, and Beethoven. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Finally, on February 27 at 8p.m., see Shakespeare via Verdi as the Italian National Opera comes to town to perform Otello. Call PortTix at 842-0800 for ordering and information.

Portland Conservatory of Music, 44 Oak Street, Portland. The series of free noonday concerts, Thursdays from 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m., continues this winter. Featured performers include the Portland String Quartet on January 14, Tom Snow (jazz piano) on January 21, Ray Comils (organ) on January 28, Betty Rines and Judith Quimby (trumpet and piano, respectively) on February 4, David Goulet (tenor) on February II, Albert Melton (organ) on February 18, and Eugene Carinci and the Saxophone Quartet on February 25. All performances are at the First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church at 425 Congress Street. Call 775-3356 for details.

Portland Performing Arts, 25A Forest Avenue, Portland International events for early 1999 include a Vietnamese Tet Festival, a traditional new year celebration, with Phong Nguyen on January 17. On February 27 see Tesfaye Lemme and his African drumming and dance troupe the Nile Ethiopian Ensemble. Call PPA's Box Office at 761 1545. -Compiled by Michael Miliard

The New Standard In Assisted Living

Opening this winter, Chancellor Gardens of Cape Elizabeth will be Southern Maine's newest and most gracious assisted living community where warm residential comforts will combine with the highest levels of hospitality and personal care services anywhere. Enjoy:

•Three restaurant-style meals per day • Housekeeping and linen service • Fitness and wellness programs • Diverse activities and cultural programs •24-hour emergency call and response system •Assistance with personal care, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and medication reminders

And, because Chancellor Gardens is a rental community, there is no long-term financial commitment or large endowment fee.

To learn more about Chancellor Gardens of Cape Elizabeth, please visit our onsite Information Center or call 207-799-7332 or 888-860-6914 toll-free.

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At the Armory Restaurant in the Portland Regency Hotel, spectacular cuisine, Old Port charm, and impeccable service come together in an elegant yet casual atmosphere. Along with fresh dinner specials featuring foods from land and sea, the Armory chefs prepare unforgettable house specialties like Seafood Fettuccine with lobster, shrimp, crab, and mussels; Steak Diane, and 8Iack Angus Sirloin. The Armory Restaurant is also open for breakfast and lunch. Reservations recommended. n4-4200.

David and Elizabeth Grant opened Aubergine Bistro-Wine Bar in November of 1996 and within 2 weeks received stunning local reviews and have since garnered national acclaim. Cui siner David Grant and Chef de Cuisine Gordon Cameron prepare French Bistro dishes such as Two-Texture Duck with Cassis, Sweetbreads with Port and Cepes and Crispy Salmon with Spinach and Pernod and Portland's only traditional French Cheese Course. Menu changes daily; all wines available by the glass. Dioner Tues-5at 5:30-10; French Sun Bn.nch 11-2. 8740680.

The Audubon Room at the Inn by the Sea on Route n in Cape Elizabeth combines breathtaking views of the Atlantic ocean with culinary masterpieces that feature fresh local produce, native seafood specialties, and exceptional handmade breads and desserts. House favorites include grilled crab and macadamia encrusted swordfish with ora(lQ8 pepper basil couIis and saute of Maine lobster and veal on fresh angel hair with roasted tomato beurre blanc. Patio dining and off premise catering available. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 767-0888.

Benkay Restaurant's loyal following enjoys its "visual and culinary works of art" prepared by professionally trained chefs from Japan, its "knowledgable and enthusiastic wait staff" and "over-the-top taste experience"-Maine Sunday Telegram. Treat yourself to the ~ sushi bar or an elaborate dinner cooked at the table. Try the NY Strip; Shabu-Shabu; Sukiyaki and tofu. Or tempura, teriyaki. A wide selection of appetizers, soups, salad, noodles, chicken and vegetarian selections. Full bar, sake and wine tist.2 Incia Street, free parking. 773-5555.

Owned and operated by Roger BinUiff, Bintliffs American cafe is Portland's only a11-day-everyday Jazz Brunch House. Greek revival structure, charming antiques and detail make breakfast, lunch or business meeting a special occasion. Signature items include crab and asparagus stuffed filet mignon, garden scampi with Pemod, seasonal vegetable Ie primavera, and a wide anay of homemade a:com-paniments, including desserts. Unique wine list, full bar. Brunch 7-3 daily; dinner 5:30-9 Fri and Sat only. 98 Portland Street (across from the post office). n4-QOO5.

Bray's Brewpub and Eatery, the Lake Region's only brew pW serving the freshest ales and hearty New England lunches, dinners and pub fair. Offerings range from burgers and ribs to petit filets and Tuscan style seafood on pasta. Bray's occupies a charming VICtorian farmhouse only 45 minutes from Portland on Route 302 at Route 35 in Naples. The seasonal outdoor beer garden features acoustic entertainment on weekends, a super barbecue menu and a great place to relax. Open year-round. 693-6806.

The cannery. On the banks of the Royal River the Cannery offers a variety of dining experiences from our outdoor covered deck to the loft over1ooking the dning room below and the river. The menu includes traditional "Coast of Maine" fare such as lobster, clams, crabcakes and chowder as well as a selection of creative pasta, chicken, steak and fish specialties. Function room available. lower Falls landing, Yarmouth. Major credit cardslreservations a::cepted. 846-1226.

cafe Stroudwater, specializes in American bistro style cuisine with an emphasis on native Maine seafood & prime cuts of beef. It is five-star award winning chef William Boutwell's creative touches--such as pine nut encrusted rack of lamb with fresh ratatouille-that make this dining experience like no other in Portland. In addition to a spectacular, Grand Sunday Brunch, Cafe Stroudwater serves breakfast, luncheon and dinner daily. The Cafe also offers Portland's only Chef's Table, and an innovative selection of wines & locally brewed beers. located in the Embassy Suites Hotel, reservations suggested n5-0032.

Crickets Restaurant in Freeport. Delicious food at reasonable prices. Featuring fresh local seafood, lobster, weekend prime rib, steaks, fajitas, pasta, salads, specialty sandwiches, vegetarian selections, daily blackboard specials. Private function room. Full service lounge - Maine microbrews on tap. Easy, convenient parking only 1/2 mile south of l.l. Bean. Open for breakfast Saturday & Sunday; Sunday Brunch menu from 11-3. Main Street, Freeport. 865-4005. Reservations/major credit cards accepted; smoking & non-smoking sections.

In the downstairs at David's Restaurant you can sample fourstar entrees featuring farm-fresh produce and native prodt..cts like seafood sausage, pepper crusted tuna, or goat cheese packets with grilled vegetables (773-4340). David's, set in a converted open-air market building, boasts an abundant raw bar, 20 varieties of seafood, lobster, fresh pasta, microbrews, and Maine's largest single malt scotches list (n3-4340). Turino's Stone Oven Pizzeria combines wild mushrooms, prosciutto, artichoke hearts, and fresh herbs to create authentic gourmet pizza from old Naples (780-6600). All three restaurants are located at 164 Mickie Street.

You can't beat the location of DiMillo's Floating Restaurant at 25 long Wharf off Commercial Street for fabulous water views of Portland Hart:>or.Escape from the hustle and bustle of the city by watching the boats go by as you enjoy fresh Maine lobster served year-round, steak, seafood dishes, and more. Open 7 days a week from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., with a children's menu available. For drinks and a lighter menu, try their Portside lounge. n22216.

Welcome to F. Parker Reidy'S, site of the original Portland Savings Bank built in 1866 at 83 Exchange Street. Established in 1976 during the renaissance of the Old Port area, F. Parker ~eidy's has become a Portland fine dining tradtion, specializing In steaks and fresh seafood, but also offering pasta, chicken, and salads, with prime rib featured on weekends. Tum-of-the-<:entury decor, personalized service, and great food create a warm and congenial atmosphere popular for both business and intimate dining. n3-4731.

Deep Forest in the heart of the Avenue is the Great mysterious Lost ae., Woodfords where you'll area find a at full 540 bar featuring over 50 (that's right, five-a) draught beers, predominanUy from local m\Cro-breweries. Accompanying them is an enormous menu with .everything from soups, salads, and sandwiches to steaks and ribs, as well as a large vegetarian selection and the best nachos and buffalo wings in town. Discover where the natives go when they're restless! Serving from 11:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. seven days a week. n2-Q300. Visit us on-line at: http://www.greatlostbear.com

Hanson Bros seafood cafe mixes an extraordinary seafood retail business with an outstanding restaurant space in Portland's invigorating new Public Markel Diners can choose frOm a classic menu of seafood choices (plus some chicken and beef) and a raw bar guaranteed to please the most persnickety oyster eater. Open 7 days, 11-7 (Sun 12-5) with Maine microbrews a house specialty and Fridays, 5-8, a free selected seafood appetizer happy hour & beer special. Try their award winning lobster Bisque with chunks of fresh picked lobster meat! Preble St., 2282010.

Freeport-Harraseeket Inn, 2 blocks north of l.l. Bean, is one great country inn with two great restaurants. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, doner, afternoon tea or Sunday Brunch in an elegant main dining room which features classic cuisine, table side service, Hugo'S Portland Bistro, accessibly located at the intersection of Middle Street and Franklin Artery, was Portland Dining Guide's 1996 Gold MedaJWinner. The innovative menu changes monIHy and features fresh seafood and interesting vegetarian dishes. Crab cakes are a house speciafty, and parking is available! Serving dinner only Tuesday-5aturday, with live piano music nigrtly. For reservations call n4-8538. .

Jameson Tavern. Consists of two welcaning parts, a casual bar and lounge and a more formal dining room each offering a comfortable place for easy dining. The building is the site of the signing of the constitution for the state of Maine when it broke away from Massachusetts, the room being preserved and available for viewing at the Tavern. Classic preparations served in a graceful and elegant setting make the Jameson Tavern a fine retreat from frenzied outlet shopping. 115 Main St, Freeport, 8654196. Credit cards accepted; reservations recommended.

Katahdin, at Spring and High, opposite the art museum, specializes in comfort: comfortable food across a tantalizing culinary range, comfortable atmosphere and wait staff, and comfortable prices. Its identifiably loyal clientele establishes its credibility and popularity. Try the fish chowder ($2.9513.95), crabcakes ($13.95), grilled sea scallops with spicy lime & vegetable vinaigrette ($14.95) or the chef's Blue Plate SpeciaJ ($10.95). All homemade desserts including their own ice cream & sorbets. Tues-Thurs, 5-9:~; Fri & Sat 5-10:30. Tel: n4-7140.

It's "Mex to the Max!" at Margaritas Mexican Restaurants & Watering Hole! With two great locations in Portland, others in lewiston, Augusta, Orono and Portsmouth, Margaritas serves up "oversized" meals and delicious colossaJ-sized drinks! There's always free hot chips and salsa, the rnargaritas are downright legendary, and the house specialty is the sizzling fajita! Happy hour M-F, 4-7pm, free hot appetizers. In Portland at 242 St John St, Union Station Plaza, 874-6444 and 11 Brown St near the Ovic Center, n4-9398. Lunch at Brown St, Wed-Fri.

Maria's Ristorante, est. 1960 by owner/chef Anthony Napolitano,offersexquisite Italian cuisine plus a large variety of Italian wines by the glass. Spacious, beautiful, Italian decorated dining rooms. Private rooms available for large parties. SpecialtieS: veal saltimboca, lobster alfredo or fra diavolo and fried roasted garlic calamari. Desserts: panna cotta, chocolate amaretto fudge cake, and Napolitano's own pistachio gelato. lunch: $5-$8, Tues-Fri, 11:30am-2 pm. Dinner: $10-$19, Tues-5at from 5 pm. 337 CumbertMd Ave., on-site parking. Tel: 772-9232.

Real Jerk Chicken? In a hidden corner behind Shaw's Mill Creek? Hard to believe, but a whole range of "Jamaican Experience" can be yours for $5 or $6 at the Millcreek cafe owned and operated by Caribbean native Stone McFarquer. Breakfast specialties include "funky omelets" with innovative spice and seasoning mixes; dinner specialties may include Oxtail Stew am; and chicken curry. Breakfast-lunch seven dinner, Wed-Sat, 5-10 pm. 9 a Street in dayS starting at 7 South Portland's Waterfront Market. Tel: 767-0B87.

Natasha's. Portland's newest restaurant featuring New American-style menus for brunch, lunch & dinner prepared with the freshest ingredients, inclucing pastas, local fish, grilled meats, & many vegetarian selections. lunch T~ri, 11-2:30; DiMer Tues-Thurs, 5-9; Fri-Sat, 5-10; Brunch Sat-Sun, 8-3. 40 Portland St., n4-4004. Handicapped accessible.

The 0Ide House, the oldest house (c.1790) in Raymond sitting alongside Panther Run on Rt 85, offers a classic, European based cuisine (Beef Wellington Borde/aise, Steak au Poivre) with the best Maine touches (chowder, Lobster Grand Mamier, Baked Stuffed Haddock). Elegant and comfortable, the Olde House caters to all ages. Recipient of the Gourmet Diner Club of North America Golden Fork Award (98). Dinner served 5-10 pm nightly; 5-9 pm Tues-Sun after labor Day. Visa/MC, casual dress, reservationsa::cepted;special partiesby request.655-7841.

The Pepperc!ub is a prize-winning restaurant ("Best Vegetarian" and "Best Value" in Fromrr.er's Guide to New Eng/and) featuring

creative world cuisine. Its blackboard menu typically lists five vegetarian, three fish, and three meat entrees, incIucing a superb organic beef burger. Pepperclub offers relaxed, colorful, unusually affordable dining on the edge of the Old Port with easy, free parking and good wines and beers. Open nightly at 5 p.m.; credit cards accepted. 78 Middle Street, near Franklin Artery. n2-Q531.

Ricetta's Brick Oven Pizzeria, voted "Best Pizza in Maine" since 1990 by the PPH and CBW, Ricetta's is trUY a taste of the old country. M. E. Curly of the PPH raves: "Ricelta's is arguably the best pizza west of Rome." Dine-in, take-out, delivery, and catering are available. The aJl-you-can-eat gourmet lunch btlfet includes pizza, pasta, soup, and salad. Kids eat FREE during Sunday lunch buffet and Mondays from 3 p.m. until closing. located at 29 Western Avenue, South Portland. n5-7400.

Saigon Thinh Thanh, 608 Congress Street, Portland. "Of the 137 restaurants listed in the 1996-97 edition, Saigon Thin Thanh is a four-star restaurant ranked first in value. Saigon Thin Thanh is Maine's~ probably New England's-finest Vietnamese