See Aretha Aoki and Ryan MacDonald’s ‘IzumonookunI’ in Lewiston this week.
Megan Gray
Staff Writer
Megan Gray is an arts and culture reporter at the Portland Press Herald. A Midwest native, she moved to Maine in 2016. She has written about presidential politics and local government, jury trials and jails. Her current beat is her favorite yet, and she loves the stories that take her to behind the scenes to an artist studio or theater backstage. Outside of work, she likes to explore Maine’s hiking trails and coastal islands with her husband, and she definitely wants to pet your dog.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
Shedding light on the dark side of Jamie Wyeth and his artwork
The artist’s fascination with the less idyllic aspects of Maine island life is reflected in a new exhibition that explores the unsettled mood in many of his paintings.
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Posted inDo This, Food
Think a summer day at Fort Williams couldn’t get better? Now, there’s pie
The Pie-Oh-My food truck is now serving in the Cape Elizabeth park.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
5 works of art that represent freedom at Maine museums
For the Fourth of July, we asked these museums to select pieces that reflected the meaning behind the holiday.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
Casco Bay Wind Symphony bringing music back to Portland’s July 4 celebration
The volunteer band will play for free but is seeking donations to help cover the costs of the production.
Posted inDo This, Guides
Here are 8 things to do with kids during summer vacation in Maine
Things to do for kids and families range from amusement parks and drive-in movies to day trips to museums or natural wonders.
Posted inDo This, Portland Sea Dogs
What’s it like to be a bat kid for the Portland Sea Dogs?
Morgan Earls talks about what she’s learned over the last three seasons.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
Greater Portland Landmarks sues city to prevent demolition of Free Street building
The preservation nonprofit is seeking to overturn a City Council vote in May that allows the Portland Museum of Art to demolish the former Children’s Museum and Theatre of Maine.
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For Portland Theater Festival, all the city’s a stage, even an office building
The festival is staging its 3 plays in nontraditional locations, starting Thursday in a high-rise on Congress Street.
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My Perfect Day: Kettle Cove is on the itinerary for Maine State Parks spokesman
Jim Britt, director of communications for Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, would also get the Rebel Blend at Coffee By Design and work out at NXGen Fitness Center in Scarborough.