Deanna Jacome creates larger-than-life paintings in a tiny home in Freeport.
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Invasion of the Pinkies in Freeport aims to spark climate conversations
A collection of abstract and eco-focused sculptures known as the “Pinkies” will now live on the lawn of Freeport Town Hall, following a two-year installation in Portland.
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Lack of state funding, affordable housing top of mind at Portland arts summit
Here are 4 takeaways from the Creative Portland Arts and Culture Summit on Tuesday.
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Ballerina Michaela DePrince, whose career inspired many after she was born into war, dies at 29
DePrince was adopted by an American couple and by age 17 she had been featured in a documentary film and had performed on the TV show ‘Dancing With the Stars.’
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Puppeteers from around the world converge on Portland for citywide festival
Puppets in Portland will be held Sept. 13-22 and feature more than two dozen performances and workshops.
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Mariah Carey’s mother and sister die on the same day
‘I appreciate everyone’s love and support and respect for my privacy during this impossible time,’ said Carey.
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At USM, an exuberant performance by East Coast Chamber Orchestra
The Portland Chamber Music Festival wraps up Saturday.
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Concert helps fund efforts to use former Dresden church as cultural center
Group hopes to expand cultural offerings in Dresden by expanding the use of the former St. John’s Episcopal Church.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Cafe Review spotlights ‘war and hope’ in Ukraine
The 35-year-old poetry and arts journal this summer features the works of 17 Ukrainian poets and 12 Ukrainian artists “that reveal the depth of the Ukrainian soul in these trying times.”
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New Mainer artists get boost from Mayo Street grant program
The Portland arts center recently awarded its 3rd round of $1,000 grants to people practicing traditional art forms.