Hearts and Hands raises money to cover stays for families with children in the hospital.
Leslie Bridgers
Columnist
Leslie Bridgers is a columnist for the Portland Press Herald, writing about Maine culture, customs and the things we notice and wonder about in our everyday lives. Originally from Connecticut, Leslie came to Maine by way of Bowdoin College and never left. She joined the Portland Press Herald in 2011 as a reporter and spent seven years as the paper’s features editor, overseeing coverage of arts, entertainment and food.
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Where to downhill ski and snowboard in Maine
Find the best mountain for you.
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Book review: ‘My Penguin Year’ works best as companion to nature series
‘My Penguin Year: Life Among the Emperors’ by Lindsay McCrae works best as companion to nature series.
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Quiz: Which winter activity is right for you?
Here’s some help figuring out how to spend your time in the cold weather – and not waste it.
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Art review: CMCA takes on the theme of time in series’ latest show
‘Temporality | The Process of Time’ is the second in a series of shows held in years the Rockland venue doesn’t have a biennial.
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Maine winter reading list
Books that best suit the season from Islandport Press.
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View Finder: Drink in the city from Top of the East
The Westin Portland Harborview’s top-floor lounge reflects the hotel’s history.
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Book review: Richard Russo easy to recognize in ‘Chances Are…’
The Maine writer’s new novel follows three college friends, now in their 60s, who reunite on Martha’s Vineyard.
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Where to cross-country ski and snowshoe in southern Maine
Some spots offer equipment rentals as well.
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Where to find holiday fairs in southern Maine
Upcoming fairs to meet all your craft and Christmas needs.