IF YOU’RE LOOKING to party, network or support a good cause this week, check out:
TUESDAY
• Hanley Leadership Dinner, 6 to 9 p.m., Holiday Inn by the Bay, Portland. Hear a keynote address by T.R. Reid about affordable health care and see seven individuals and nonprofits honored for humanitarian work. $75. 622-3374, Ext. 226.
THURSDAY
• Champagne Reception , 5 to 7 p.m., Nott House, Kennebunkport. Tour the decorated mansion and enjoy champagne and hors d’oeuvres. $30 each/$50 couple. 967-2751.
• Portland Chamber Legislative Reception, 5 to 7 p.m., Eastland Park Hotel, Portland. Network with members of the Greater Portland legislative delegation. $13 members/$23 nonmembers. www.portlandregion.com.
• Safe Passage Open House, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Yarmouth. Enjoy music and refreshments and shop for holiday gifts. Free. www.safepassage.org.
• Twelve Days of Christmas, 6 to 8 p.m., Victoria Mansion, Portland. Tour the decorated mansion, meet the designers and enjoy food and drink. $50. 772-4841.
FRIDAY
• USM School of Music Holiday Scholarship Gala, 5:30 to 10 p.m., Abromson Community Center, Portland. Enjoy a banquet, appetizers, cash bar, concert and live auction. $90. 780-5003
• First Friday Art Walk, 5 to 8 p.m., locations throughout Portland. Stroll through the city enjoying the holiday lights and the wide array of art on display in galleries, shops and cafes. Free. www.firstfridayartwalk.com.
SATURDAY
• Kimmy’s Odd Ball and FUNdraiser VIP Reception, 5 p.m., Port City Music Hall, Portland. Enjoy a catered reception followed by Gypsy Tailwind performance. At 7 p.m., eight bands will perform and guests can check out craft and food vendors. All proceeds benefit the Open Sky Fund. $75. www.portcity musichall.com.
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