Advertising Supplement to the Sun Journal, Friday, March 11, 2011
Stepping out: Dining choices for all occasions Move the party to a restaurant By Tresa Erickson A special occasion is just around the corner, and rather than spend hours preparing your home for the celebratory dinner, you have decided to throw a party at a local restaurant. Although you won’t have to cook, you will have to plan and oversee the party. To st a r t t he pa r t y pl a n n i ng proc ess , ma ke a l ist of you r favorite local rest aurant s and speak to the manager at each of those facilities to find out if they can accommodate your party.
is involved. Make notes each time you meet wit h a manager and select the restaurant that will best work for you and your budget. C ont ac t t he m a n a g e r of t he restaurant you choose and notify them of your decision. Discuss a l l of t he det a i ls w it h t hem , including whether you will have a buffet and a bar. To cut down on c ost s, you may be able to bring in your own drinks. Make sure you discuss the matter with the manager first, though, since some restaurants forbid the use of outside products. Get everything in writing and be prepared to put down a deposit.
W hi le some rest au ra nt s have separate party rooms where they can accommodate 30 or more guests, others do not and may be able to accommodate fewer guests.
A f t er you have sele c t e d a rest aurant and worked out all of the details, you may send out invit at ions and st ar t t hink ing about the décor. Keep in mind that some restaurants may not allow decorations, so ask first.
Find out, too, what kind of services each of the restaurants offers for parties. With some restaurants, cleanup is free. With others, a fee
If you are allowed to decorate, do so sparingly. You don’t want to spend hours af ter the part y taking down the decorations, or
Come experience the Hibachi!
worse, break something because the restaurant is on a schedule and you only have an hour to get everything down. On the day of the party, make sure you arrive early and bring some friends along to help decorate for it. Even if you don’t plan to decorate for the party, make sure you arrive early. That way, you can touch base with the manager again before guests arrive and ensure everything is ready to go. D u r i n g t h e p a r t y, b e s u r e ever yone treats the restaurant employees with respect, including all young guests. Leave at t he time requested and tip servers well. Don’t linger and don’t let guests do so either. There may be another party booked following yours; you need the time to clean up. If you have not finished your
Great Food & Fun! konasianbistro.com
We now take reservations for all size parties and they can be made in 1 of 4 ways: Facebook, our website, OpenTable or the good old fashion way by calling Mac's. 1052 Minot Ave., Auburn, ME 04210 • (207) 783-6885 www.macsgrill.com
2
NIGHT & DAY
Places to go, things to do? Let our Night & Day guide help you find the perfect venue.
The Cage:
97 Ash Street, Lewiston, 783-0668.
Dubois Cafe:
Sandwiches. Spaghetti & meatballs. Breakfasts. Daily specials. 906 Sabattus Street, Lewiston. 795-6688.
Fish Bones American Grill:
Open for lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. Steak, fish, sandwiches, wraps. Uses locally grown potatoes. Known for its seafood grill concept that blends American cuisine with international flair. 70 Lincoln Street, Lewiston. 333-3663.
Stepping out
Club Texas: 150 Center Street, Auburn, 784-7785.
page 6 ‰
Rolandeau’ s
1140 Brighton Avenue, Portland • 207.874.0000
There are no excuses for not celebrating at Mac's Grill.
conversat ion wit h a g uest , go outside to talk. Throwing a party at a restaurant can provide you with more freedom to enjoy the event. With no cooking to do and perhaps even no cleanup, you will be more apt to have a good time.
FINE DINING
Children's Orders Available.
Open for Lunch: Tues-Fri 11-2:30 Dinner: Tues-Sat 5-9
Complete Lunch & Dinner • Specials Served Daily 775 Washington St., Auburn 784-2110 • www.rolandeausrestaurant.com
Advertising Supplement, Sun Journal, Lewiston, Maine, Friday, March 11, 2011
Places to go, things to do: Calendar of night & day events Make plans for 2011! Ongoing events Androscoggin Bank Colisee, 190 Birch St., Lewiston. Home of the MAINEiacs hockey team, local youth hockey, and public skating. Venue for the Shrine Circus, graduation ceremonies, Androscoggin Business to Business Trade Show, and more. Visit http://www.thecolisee.com for more information. Auburn Public Library, 49 Spring St., Auburn. Great resource for books, DVDs, WiFi access, and more. You'll want to check out The Library Cafe, too. Visit http://www.auburn.lib. me.us/ for more information. Bates Museum of Art, 75 Russell St., Lewiston. "The Museum works collaboratively with artists, students, faculty, and fellow museums throughout the region to create educational programming and original exhibitions that offer innovative and diverse scholarly explorations that commit us to expanding the traditional study of the history and practice of art, while addressing local and global issues." Vist http://www.bates.edu/ x218203.xml for more information. Franco American Heritage Center, 46 Cedar St., Lewiston. Located in the former St. Mary's church, the Center is the site of many events including comedy fundraisers, musical events, the Festival FrancoFun and a Medieval Feast. Visit http://www. francoamericanheritage.org/ for more information. Gallery 5, 49 Lisbon St., Lewiston. Hosts art exhibits and other public events including Pecha Kucha nights. Visit http:// www.laarts.org/visual/gallery-5. htm for more information. L/A Arts, 221 Lisbon St., Lewiston. "L/A Arts programs include: a presentation series of world-class performing artists, a cabaret series of more locally known artists, an international film series, a nationally acclaimed arts-in-education program, and community building activities." Visit http://www.laarts.org/ for more information.
Lewiston Auburn Community Little Theatre, 30 Academy St., Auburn. CLT "has provided entertainment, participated in community activities, provided education and been the stepping stone for many young people who have gone on to work in various parts of the entertainment field." Visit http://laclt.com for more information. Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St., Lewiston. Great resource for books, DVDs, computer use, WiFi access, and more. Visit http://lplonline.org/ for more information. Maine Irish Heritage Center, 34 Gray St., Portland, 780-0118, maineirish.com. Maine Music Society, 211 Lisbon St., Lewiston. "Professional musicperforming organization resident in central Maine, which seeks to serve the area communities through a commitment to bring performances to the public, through educational and youthoriented activities, through imaginative programming, and through artistic excellence." Visit http://www.mainemusicsociety. org for more information. Museum L/A, 35 Canal St., Lewiston. "Currently offers a broad and expanding variety of public and private events and programming." Visit http://museumla.org for more information.
Daryn Slover/Sun Journal photo Portland Comedy Connection, 16 Custom House Wharf, Portland, 774-5554, full schedule at mainecomedy.com. The Public Theatre, 31 Maple St., Lewiston. "The Public Theatre was founded to bring high quality professional theater to the people of Central Maine, at an affordable price." Visit http://
www.thepublictheatre.org for more information. YPLAA, Lisbon St., Lewiston. http://yplaa.com/ In cities big and small, the presence of a dynamic downtown core plays a vital role in the recruitment and retention of young adults. As L-A pursues a plan for future economic growth and community development,
ut Take Oble Availa
it is essential that young adults play an active role in shaping this development according to their present and future needs. This group of young professionals hosts events to promote awareness of the community and its attractions.
Calendar page 5 ‰
D Fridayon't Miss &S Eveni aturday ngs Cra Steamb Legs & er Cla ms!
CHECK OUT OUR DAILY BREAKFAST & LUNCH
SPECIALS
MARCH SPECIALS EARLY BIRD BREAKFAST SPECIAL
Monday - Wednesday 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.
BREAKFAST
4.99
$
2 Eggs, Bacon, Homefries, Toast & Coffee
Breakfast Served All Day Except Friday
LUNCH SPECIAL
Monday - Wednesday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Spaghetti & Meatballs and a small garden salad
6.99
$
Monday-Friday 6:00 am-2:00 pm Saturday 7:00 am-Noon, Closed Sunday
906 Sabattus Street, Lewiston 795-6688
Advertising Supplement, Sun Journal, Lewiston, Maine, Friday, March 11, 2011
BUFFET – ALL YOU CAN EAT! TRY OUR UNIQUE HIBACHI GRILL & SUSHI
Chinese • Szechuan-Hunan • Cantonese • Japanese • Mongolian Barbeque • Sushi Over 238 items include: Appetizer, soup, Salad, Fruit, Cake, Ice Cream.... and Much More! We serve beer and wines! ✦ Banquet Facilities up to 400
Monday & Wednesday Special Lunch $499 • Dinner $799
ATES TIFIC CER BLE T F I G LA AVAI
Regular Lunch $625 • Regular Dinner $975
40 East Avenue, Lewiston (in Lewiston Mall) TEL 753-6868
NIGHT & DAY
3
cheese!
Say
Pairing cheese and wine Keep pairings simple: pick one distinct wine and one distinct cheese that pair well. For example, full-flavored cheeses, such as creamy washed rind cheeses require medium to full-bodied wines, such as Merlot, Zinfandel, or Syrahs. Likewise, pair light cheeses with light wines, such as Rieslings, Pinot Gris, or Pinot Noirs.
Vegetarian Cheese
Vegetarian cheese is cheese that is not curdled with rennet, which is an enzyme that exists naturally in animal stomachs. Rennet is the popular name used by cheese makers to coagulate milk, forming curds. Most vegetarian cheeses are coagulated with plants, fungi or bacteria. There are two types of rennet in use by cheese producers: microbial and vegetarian. Microbial rennet consists of enzymes that come from either bacterial or fungal origin. Many strict vegetarians prefer to avoid cheese with this kind of rennet altogether, even though animals are not involved in any way.
Swiss Cheese Swiss cheese is the general name for numerous types of cheese that were initially prepared in Switzerland. Swiss cheese is made from cow’s milk, is lightly flavored, sweet and nutty. Swiss cheese is known for being glossy, light or pale yellow and having large holes in it which is a result of carbon dioxide releases during the process of maturation.
Serve with bread and crackers.
4
NIGHT & DAY
Saturday, June 25 from 1-4 p.m.
The Bar Harbor Cellars Mussel and Wine Festival is an annual event to raise money for Angel Flight NE, a non-profit that flies those in need to medical care. Enjoy wines and beers, eat local mussels and other dishes prepared by area restaurants, listen to live music, and support a great cause. Suggested donation of $15. www.barharborcellars.com
Blue Cheeses The term “blue” is used to describe cheeses that have a distinctive blue/green veining, created when the penicillium roqueforti mold, added during the cheesemaking process, is exposed to air. This mold provides a distinct flavor to the cheese, which ranges from fairly mild to assertive and pungent. Blue cheeses are found in many categories, except for fresh cheeses. Blue cheeses may be made from both pasteurized and raw milk, depending on the age of the cheese and the cheesemaker. Blue cheeses may be created in many styles, the most common being the French (roquefort), Italian (gorgonzola) and Danish blue styles.
Area of origin Pair wine and cheese according to the area of origin or even the local region. Just as the growing conditions impart particular characteristics (called “terroir”) to a region’s wines, these same characteristics may be imparted to the cheeses through the vegetation on which the animals graze.
Cheddar Cheese Cheddar cheese originated in the village of Cheddar, England. A firm, cow’s milk cheese that ranges in flavor from mild to sharp and in color from a natural white to pumpkin orange. Orange cheddars are colored with annatto, a natural dye. Canadian cheddars are smoother, creamier, and are known for their balance of flavor and sharpness. Cheddars vary in flavor depending on the length of aging and their origin. As cheddar slowly ages, it loses moisture and its texture becomes drier and more crumbly. Sharpness becomes noticeable at 12 months (old cheddar) and 18 months (extra old cheddar). The optimal aging period is 5-6 years; however, for most uses three-year-old cheese is fine and five-yearold cheddar can be saved for special occasions.
Branch out
Sources of milk
Do not limit yourself only to still table wines, but branch out and try sparkling wines, late harvest and sweet wines, as well as fortified wines such as sherries and ports. In particular, blue cheeses pair extremely well with dessert wines such as late harvest Viogniers and Rieslings and Muscat wines. Also, creamy cheeses pair well with sparkling wines and Champagne, as the bubbles help to cleanse the palate and refresh it for another bite.
Explore the varieties of cheeses based on their sources of milk. For example, fresh goat cheeses are mild, lemony, and somewhat acidic in their flavor profiles and creamy in texture. They pair well with crisp white wines, such as a Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Pinot Gris, and especially Rieslings. Aged sheep’s milk cheeses pair well with Gewurtztraminers and fruity Zinfandels. Aged cow’s milk cheddars go well with sherries.
— Courtesy of the American Cheese Society and the International Dairy Foods Association
Advertising Supplement, Sun Journal, Lewiston, Maine, Friday, March 11, 2011
Calendar from page 3
Local activities and attractions March 13
Snowdeo at Lost Valley. Pond skimming, mechanical bull and more. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Everyone is welcome. No advanced registration required. Cost: depends on activity. For more info: www.lostvalleyski.com St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Portland, noon, Commercial Street at Becky’s Diner to the State Pier. Pipe bands, flags, marchers, music and fun presented by the Irish American Club of Maine. Traditional Ceili dance at RiRa 2:30 -4:30 p.m. with live music.
March 13, 18, 20
MAINEiacs games: Mar 13 v. Gatineau at 4 p.m.; Mar 18 v. BaieComeau at 7:30 p.m.; Mar 20 v. Chicoutimi at 4 p.m. Last games of the season at the Colisee. Visit www.lewistonhockey.com
March 15
McPeake, Franco-American Heritage Center, 46 Cedar St., Lewiston, 689-2000. McPeake has a creative approach to music, blending influences from Irish traditional, folk, acoustic and country genres to create their own unique sound that is an experience for the ears and soul. Concert at 7 p.m.
March 17
She Doesn’t Like Guthries, Lewiston. Live jazz with local jazz musicians Tom Skipper, Tim
Clough, and John Smedley of Three Point Trio. 6 p.m. No cover, 376-3344.
March 18
Rotary Club fundraiser: Comedy show featuring Bob Siebel and David Crohn, Franco American Heritage Center, Lewiston.
March 18-19
Odd Improv, Oddfellow Theater, 17 Turner St., Buckfield, 336-3306. Join Mike Miclon, Jason Tardy, Fritz Grobe and a host of quick-witted comedians for a night of improvisations! Watch as the cast creates hysterical skits based solely on audience input. Tickets. Performances at 7:30 p.m.
March 23
Christian Cuff performs and three students from Morse High School will showcase songs they have written over the last semester. Frontier Cafe, Cinema & Gallery, 14 Maine St. Mill 3 Fort Andross, Brunswick, 725-5222. www.explorefrontier.com Soundgarden vs. Pearl Jam, 9 p.m. Port City Music Hall, 504 Congress St., Portland, 899-4990
March 24
Avenue Q, Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle Street, Portland, 842-0800. Smash hit Broadway musical about real life in New York City as told by a cast of people and puppets. 7:30 p.m. Livingston Taylor, The Landing at Pine Point, 353 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, 774-4527. Concert at 7:30 p.m.
March 26
Maine Music Society concert, Franco American Heritage Center, Lewiston. Mid Knight Market, Whittier Middle School, 1457 Maine St., Poland , 998-4013. Free admission shopping event that appeals to everyone! All proceeds benefit the Middle School of Minot, Poland and Mechanic Falls.
tastings, with syrup on pancakes or ice cream, and other events. Journey into Mapling History at Norlands Living History Center, 290 Norlands Road, Livermore, 897-4366. Eat a pancake breakfast in the reconstructed Farmers’ Cottage, help tap trees and collect sap. Norlands’ historic farmer will demonstrate boiling sap into syrup using a cast iron kettle over an open fire. Bring your snowshoes or sleds and enjoy the 445 acres.
Falls, 7 p.m. to midnight. Dancing to Peter Allen & the Hurricane Mountain, silent auction, live auction, game day appetizers. $10 tickets can be purchased at the Chamber office or at the door. The Chamber team will be refereeing this fun event with hopes that attendees will wear their favorite team apparel or bring your team pennant. Sports themed attire is recommended, but not required. OH Chamber, 743-2281.
Delta Knights, Jazz Breakfast. Portland Museum of Art, 7 Congress Square, Portland, 775-6148. Get your Sundays off to a jazzy start with great art, entertaining music, and delicious food. Performance starts at 10:30 a.m. in the Museum Cafe.
Wine and Chocolate Tasting at Wilburs of Maine, 174 Lower Main St., Freeport, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Free event. 865-4071. More information www.wilburs.com
April 2
Lewiston Auburn Film Festival. Many Twin Cities venues, including eateries, galleries, hotels, etc. will host either an afternoon of movies or an afternoon of workshops. One ticket will get festival goers in to all of the movies and workshops. Visit http://www.lafilmfestival. org/ for more information.
April 5
April 7
Sea Dogs opening day! Ticket office 879-9500 http://web. minorleaguebaseball.com
April 28
Film Festival and Auction, 5-10 p.m., Eastland Hotel Ballroom. The Maine Island Trail Association and the Northern Forest Canoe Trail host “Paddlers Film Festival.” MITA will also have an auction. www.mita.org
Calendar
Cabin Fever: SPORTS STYLE, end of winter celebration event. Silver Spur Dance Club, Mechanic
page 6 ‰
Make It A Night to Remember!
March 27
Maine Maple Sunday, the 4th Sunday of every March, maple syrup farms throughout Maine open their doors to the public as they make maple syrup. See maple sap turned into the real syrup. Many sugarhouses offer
GEORGIO’S PIZZA
Come get hooked!!!
70 Lincoln Street, Lewiston
333-3663 www.fishbonesag.com
Open Tuesday-Thursday 11:30am-9pm, Friday 11:30pm-9:30pm; Saturday 4pm-9:30pm
740 Minot Ave., Auburn • 783-2981
Home of the
UFO
& Donut Shop
mygeorgios.com
Off Rt. 202, Greene
By Reservation Only 946-5990
or 1-800-924-7778
w.sedgleyplace.com Make Reservations Online at ww Closed Mondays
Wine Tasting Dinner Wednesday, March 30th pm
Cash Social 6:00pm • Dinner 7:00
Make your reservations today! course dinners change weekly - call
946-5989
iences! Our fiveNew England's finest dining exper Come in, relax and enjoy one of The Perfect Place For: ngs Family Gatherings • Business Meeti Rehearsal Dinners • Weddings •
Advertising Supplement, Sun Journal, Lewiston, Maine, Friday, March 11, 2011
NIGHT & DAY
5
Stepping out from page 2
specials. 1140 Brighton Avenue, Portland. 874-0000. www.konasianbistro.com
LongHorn Steakhouse:
Fuel:
49 Lisbon Street, Lewiston, 333-3835.
Georgio’s Pizza & Donut Shop:
649 Turner Street, Auburn, 784-1807. www.longhornsteakhouse.com
Mac’s Grill:
Breakfast foods, coffee, sandwiches, fries, salads. Delivery service in Auburn city limits. Known for its UFO sandwich. 740 Minot Avenue, Auburn. 783-2981. www.mygeorgios.com
Southwestern theme. Homemade barbecue sauces & dry rubs. Take-out menu. Summer/Fall deck. Known for its Black Angus beef. 1052 Minot Avenue, Auburn. 783-6885. www.macsgrill.com
Gippers:
Marco’s Restaurant:
Award-winning casual dining. Serving appetizers, lunch, and dinner. Function room available. Wide-screen TVs. Known for its variety of burgers. 120 Center Street Plaza, Auburn. 786-0715. www.gippers.com
Gritty’s:
Lewiston/Auburn Brew Pub says to stop in and treat yourself to the very best in real ale, real food and real Maine hospitality. March 15 see Lindsey Montana & Friends: Gritty’s L/A. Main St., Auburn. 376-BREW. www.grittys.com
Kon’s Asian Bistro, Steakhouse & Sushi Bar:
Authentic upscale restaurant. Soups, salads, entrees, wok and grill, noodles and rice, hibachi, sushi. Lunch specials. Happy hour
12 Mollison Way, Lewiston, 783-0336.
New China Super Buffet:
Unique hibachi grill & sushi. Known for its gigantic all-youcan-eat buffet which includes over 238 items ranging from appetizers to soups to entrees to desserts. Banquet facilities for up to 400. Take-out available. 40 East Avenue, Lewiston. 753-6868.
Papa John’s Pizza:
850 Lisbon Street, Lewiston, 786-7272
Pat’s Pizza of Auburn:
85 Center Street, Auburn, 784-8221.
Rolandeau’s:
Complete lunch, dinner & low carb; specials served daily. Child-
size meals available. Patio open seasonally. Known for roast beef au jus. 775 Washington St., Auburn. 784-2110. Open for lunch and dinner. www.rolandeausrestaurant.com
Roy’s All Steak Hamburgers & Golf Center:
Route 4, Center Street, Auburn, 782-2801.
functions, business meetings. Known for serving MOFGA certified organic vegetables, picked fresh daily. By reservation only. Off Rt. 202, Greene. 946-5990. 800-924-7778. www.sedgleyplace.com
The Village Inn Restaurant & Capt’n Don’s Loft:
165 High Street, Auburn, 782-7796.
Sam’s Italian Foods:
Casual family dining. Take-out available. Known for its Italian sandwiches, pizza, and pasta. Multiple locations in Lewiston, Auburn, Augusta, Lisbon Falls, Rumford, Brunswick, and Freeport. 268 Main Street, Lewiston. 782-9145. www.samsitalian.com
Schemengees Bar & Grille:
551 Lincoln Street, Lewiston, 777-1155.
Calendar from page 5
May 25
Culture Crawl with YPLAA in Lewiston. Stops include Museum LA, Fish Bones and Baxter Brewing. http://yplaa.com/
June 4-5
Deck overlooking Androscoggin River. Sunday brunch. Big screen. Trivia night, Open Mic, live entertainment, karaoke. 1 Bowdoin Mill Island, Topsham. 725-0162. www.seadogbrewing.com
Civil War Reenactment Weekend, Norlands, 290 Norlands Rd., Livermore. Civil War historians scrimmage with replica weaponry at the 19th Century historic settlement; raids and battles, artillery fire, farmlife, field music, bean supper and contra-dance, period church service, 1864 town ball game. Visit http://norlands.org/
The Sedgley Place:
July 2
Sea Dog Brew Pub:
Private wine tastings, weddings, rehearsal dinners, family
Black Fly Follies, 12th annual variety show, Cumston Hall,
Theater at Monmouth, 796 Main Street, Monmouth. Visit www. theateratmonmouth.org
July 3
Rangeley Independence Day celebration. Children's Day Parade, cook-outs, silent auction, fireworks.
July 4
Freeport. "10K Race, parade, free concert at Discovery Park and fireworks at night." Lewiston-Auburn Liberty Festival. "Held along the riverfront. Begins at 4 p.m. with bands, entertainment and food vendors." Fireworks. Visit http://libertyfestival. org for more information.
July 8-10
Moxie Festival, Lisbon Falls. Fireworks, carnival, parade, Pow Wow, Chief Worumbo Androscoggin River Race. Visit www.moxiefestival.com
July 14
Rangeley Strawberry Festival. Strawberry shortcake, crafts, pies, gifts.
July 15-17
Yarmouth Clam Festival. "A long, hilarious parade; spectacular fireworks; clam shucking contests; a firefighter's muster; road, kayak, and bike races; a pancake breakfast; concerts” and lots of food.
Go mobile with us! Local business owners: Submit Your Free Maine-Link Mobile Network Business Profile!
Available for FREE on
March 2011
http://www.sunjournal.com/submit/listings For more information, call us at 689-2928.
Use our online directories to connect to your customers using:
6
NIGHT & DAY
Advertising Supplement, Sun Journal, Lewiston, Maine, Friday, March 11, 2011
Things to do with friends: Meet. Socialize. Repeat. Live harness racing returns to Scarborough Downs on April 2, 2011.
Mother India Fine Indian cuisine
Scarborough Downs Harness Racetrack is proud to celebrate 61 years. Nestled in tall pines on 500 acres in the heart of Southern Maine i n t he tow n of Sc a rboroug h , Scarborough Downs is the home of New England’s fastest halfmile track. The track, designed by Charles Coon and Sons, has drawn rave reviews by horsemen and women throughout its fastpaced history. The track was once a popular Thoroughbred track when it opened in the 50s until the 70s, then became a harness track. The track’s unique setting draws thousands every racing season from all parts of the United States, Canada and beyond. In addition to live harness racing, Scarborough Dow ns of fers simulcast ing of both thoroughbred and harness races from premier tracks from across the US and Canada — 363 days a year, noon to midnight. Harness racing is a worldwide sport where a special breed of horses, called St andardbreds, race around a track while pulling
a driver in a two-wheeled cart, called a sulky. It is seen in more than 30 countries by millions of fans who wager more than $ 3 billion annually. The horses reach speeds of more t han 30 mph. Whether you love the majesty of the horses, or the thrill of gaming, or just like to relax and enjoy people watching, then going to the racetrack and watching harness racing is the ideal recreational activity. To really feel the power of the horses, watch the races from the fence, which is as close as you can get to the action without actually driving in the race. It is a thrill to see the horses strive to do what they do best—go fast and win.
rather than the gallop. When pacers move down the track, the legs on the same side of their body move in unison. They can also be identified by the straps around all four legs, called hobbles, which help them maintain their gait. Pacers are much more common than trotters, and they tend to go faster. With trotters, the diagonal legs move in unison. The trotting gait is more natural for the horse so most do not need equipment to help them trot, although some wear loops on their front legs to maintain their rhythm, called trotting hobbles. The horses you see on the track have been bred to per form at t hei r pa r t ic u l a r g a it . W h i le some may be able to switch gaits, most race at the same gait as the generations before t hem. Visit www.scarboroughdowns.com for more information. —Courtesy of U.S. Trotting Association.
What is the difference between a trotter and a pacer? Harness horses compete using two different gaits: the trot or the pace,
This restaurant specializes in I nd ia n cu isi ne , where c ook s use r ich spices a nd a romat ic herbs t o t ra nsfor m i nt r ic at e c onj u r a t i on s o f ve g e t a b l e s , lentils, and rice into tasty meals that are as fulfilling as they are filling. Their menu features the finest Indian entrees and their specialty Tandoori (clay oven) dishes. Mother India is elegant, relaxed, and affordable, inviting guests to enjoy the hospitality that ref lects the owners’ Indian heritage. The menu offers Soups, Appetizers, Breads, Side Orders, Beverages, Ghost Shere Punjab (Lamb Specialities), Bahare Murg (Ch icken Specia l it ies) , Del h i Darbar, Biryani, Bay of Bengal
C u i si ne , Ve g e t a r i a n D el ig ht Dinners, and Desserts. In addition to the great entree choices, Mother I nd ia of fers f resh ly prepa red yogurts, chutney, papadums and pickles. No Indian food would be complete without the sweet palate being satisfied. At Mother India, you can have your sweet tooth taken care of by trying their ha nd made select ion of Gulab Jamun, Kheer or Kulfee, Mango Ice Cream and Mango Milk Shake. With a seating capacity of over 50, Mother India has plenty of room for the office crowd. 114 Lisbon St., Lewiston, 333 6777.
A traditional bohemian-style tearoom in Portland A traditional Bohemian-style tearoom, Dobrá Tea, is opening in Portland with over 100 varieties of tea, herbals, and specialty tea drinks accompanied by locally baked desserts and savory light fare. 151 Middle St., above Bull Moose Music. Grand opening March 31 – April 3.
ITALIAN SANDWICHES PIZZA PASTA & MORE
Your Family Deserves A Great Deal! Available Any Time, Any Day.
FAMILY PASTA PACK Tuesday – Trivia night Wednesday – Open Mic Friday – Live Entertainment Saturday – Karaoke
$10.99
HOURS
11:30 am - 1:00 am Seven days a week
Deck overlooking the Androscoggin River Brunch every Sunday from 10-2 • Baseball on the big screen
1 Bowdoin Mill Island • Topsham • 725-0162 www.seadogbrewing.com
Bucket of Spaghetti, 4 Meatballs, Loaf of Italian Bread or Garlic Bread.
Always Available
FAMILY 4-PACK
Two - 1 Topping 10” Pizzas Two Italians: Ham, Salami or Veggie Four 16 oz. Tap Sodas
$17.99
Prices subject to change without notice.
Center Street, Auburn 786-3333 • Minot Avenue, Auburn 783-1111 Lisbon Street, Lewiston 782-4444 • Sabattus St., Lewiston 782-5555 Downtown Lewiston 782-9145 • Marketplace Mall, Lewiston 783-2222 Rumford 369-9999 • Lisbon Falls 353-8585 • Augusta 623-4040 Brunswick 725-4444 • Freeport 865-4700 • Waterville 861-9090
www.samsitalian.com
Advertising Supplement, Sun Journal, Lewiston, Maine, Friday, March 11, 2011
NIGHT & DAY
7
Androscoggin County Chamber of Commerce
Woman’s Literary Union
The Business Service Center at KeyBank Plaza 415 Lisbon Street, PO Box 59 Lewiston, Maine 04243 207-783-2249 www.androscoggincounty.com
Monthly Events Chamber Breakfast Chamber Break fast is held on t he t he second Thursday of each month at major meeting venues throughout the L/A area. The breakfast features a speaker of public/business interest, introduction of approximately 10 new members, and exhibits by 4-6 Chamber members. At this monthly breakfast, you can feel the energy that is propelling the L/A area to lead the state of Maine in new developments. Average attendance is 215-275 members per month.
Cultural and civic activities March 15
7 p.m. Listen to Dan Marquis, nature photographer, speak about his craft as he shares his photos.
April 14
2 p.m. Director of Sabbathday Lake Shaker Museum, Michael Graham, will talk about the museum’s exhibit, “Creating Chosen Lands: Our Home from 1783-2010.”
April 19
Business After Hours Busi ness A f ter Hou rs is genera l ly held f rom 5 to 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month at a different Chamber member location every month. This is a networking and social event at which Chamber members and guests make key contacts to grow their businesses and organizations. Average attendance is 150-200 people per month.
7 p.m. The owner of the Songo River Queen will discuss the popular tourist river cruise in Naples.
Chamber Seminars & Brown Bags
These events are held at the Woman’s Literary Union, 19 Elm St., Auburn. Free to the public. Parking on street. For more information, visit www.womansliteraryunion.org
Chamber seminars are held at least monthly at the Business Service Center on topics of interest to Chamber members. Seminar topics have included sales techniques, customer service, marketing,
technology issues. Topics are chosen based on the results of member surveys and the seminars are offered at a nominal cost to members. Attendance is usually 25-40 members. Brown Bag seminars are held at least monthly at noon in the Business Service Center. These programs are offered free and are on topics identified by Chamber members. Attendance is usually 15-25 members.
Annual Events Chamber Annual Meeting The annual meeting is the Chamber’s premiere event held annually at the end of January. It features the annual report to members and the prestigious C h a mb e r awa r d s for bu s i ne s s e xc e l le nc e , com mu nit y ser v ice, publ ic ser v ice, busi ness support, and business education partnerships. The annual meeting is always sold out, with attendance of 450 members.
Not Your Normal Formal Not Your Normal Formal is the Chamber’s annual “big” social event, featuring a special and different theme each year, a world class auction, and several cash prizes of up to $5,000. The great annual party is held the first week in May for the first 200 couples to purchase tickets.
WWW.GIPPERS.COM BIG GAMES
GREAT FOOD FRIENDLY SERVICE
GE! A K C A P e MLB
HALF PRICE as th APPETIZERS h s r e p Gip URSDAYS e K TDHRAFT10-Midnight Every Fri &ROSat S 9-Clos LLBPARCNight, ICE HALF cesin uniform! i r P r u o H Hapr payll Softball Teams Fo erisdnight z i t e p p A e Happy Hour Half PrFriic& Sat 10pm-M
Monday thru Friday 3:30 to 6:30
Every
FUNCTION ROOM Call Terry for availability and menu options
Gipper's is voted BEST CASUAL RESTAURANT in L/A for 9 YEARS IN A ROW!
120 Center Street Plaza, Auburn 786-0715 8
NIGHT & DAY
This supplement was produced and published by the
Editor / Page Design: Denise Scammon Cover Design: Jesse Richter Sales executives: Larry Baril 689-2960 lbaril@sunjournal.com
Norm Moreau 689-2904 nmoreau@sunjournal.com
Brian Croteau 689-2909 bcroteau@sunjournal.com
Kelly Wade 689-2958 kwade@sunjournal.com
Jeff Haggerty 689-2942 jhaggerty@sunjournal.com
Mike Blanchet 778-6772 mblanchet@sunjournal.com
Ben Lachance 689-2974 blachance@sunjournal.com
Nancy Carpenter 364-8728 ncarpenter@sunjournal.com
Dan McManus 689-2906 dmcmanus@sunjournal.com
Eileen Morse 743-9228 emorse@sunjournal.com
If you want to create a niche Special Section for your organization, contact any of our sales staff listed above.
Advertising Supplement, Sun Journal, Lewiston, Maine, Friday, March 11, 2011