“COCO CHANEL AND IGOR STRAVINSKY” (1:58) (R) Stars Anna Mouglalis and Mads Mikkelson. Directed by Jan Kounen. Paris 1913. Coco Chanel is infatuated with the rich and handsome Boy Capel, but she is also compelled by her wine. Some strong sexuality and nudity. Opening at: Cinemagic Westbrook Fri-Wed 12:30, 3:40, 7, 9:40 “GOING THE […]
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Art and Theater: Hot Ticket and Cheap Thrill
• CHEAP THRILL Photos and nothing but THE BOOTHBAY REGION Art Foundation presents “Exclusively Photography,” a tent show, on Saturday. Dozens of Maine photographers will show and sell their work. Amateurs are encouraged to consult with the pros. WHEN: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday WHERE: Harbor Park, Boothbay Harbor HOW MUCH: Free INFO: 633-2703; www.boothbayartists.org […]
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CD Review: Takes on jazz classics enthrall with distinctive, intimate feel
Singer Rebecca Martin, who grew up in Rumford Point, achieved early success on the international jazz scene with her 2000 Fresh Sound CD, “Middlehope.” Full of unique takes on vintage tunes, the disc made many top 10 lists during that year. Also a fine songwriter who tends toward a folk-pop concept in her own compositions, […]
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Et cetera: Hot Ticket and Cheap Thrill
• CHEAP THRILL Network anew at Thinkers Meetup WITH SEPTEMBER HERE, it’s time to re-focus on those career goals. Get back in the networking swing of things during the Maine Successful Thinkers Meetup with food, music and lots of business-card swapping. WHEN: 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday WHERE: Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle St., Portland HOW […]
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Warren sculpture garden open for autumn hours
STEMWINDER SCULPTURE WORKS & Gardens in Warren will be open for a holiday open house this weekend and several other occasions throughout the fall. Sculptor Jay Sawyer will show a variety of new work, as well as older pieces that anchor his 2-plus acres of natural landscape. Most of the work is inspired by found […]
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Dining and Drink: You sweet talker
Eat and Run: Cambridge Coffee Bar & Bakehouse will have you at hello.
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Movie Review: ‘Going the Distance’ gives us a couple worth rooting for
There’s an unexpected wistfulness, a bittersweet undercurrent to “Going the Distance” that could not have been in the script. This romantic comedy co-starring Drew Barrymore and longtime beau Justin Long was finished just as the real life couple was splitting up. For good, this time. So it has baggage. That may explain why it’s been […]
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Music & Nightlife listings, Aug. 26-Sept. 1
CONCERTS TODAY Richard Thompson, singer/songwriter, Waterville Opera House. $25-$35. 873-7000. 8 p.m. Natalie MacMaster, fiddler, Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield. $50. www.stonemountainartscenter.com. 8 p.m. today and Friday. New Riders of the Purple Sage, country/rock, Venue Music Bar and Grille, Portland, $25. venuemusicbar.com. 9 p.m. Aztec Two-Step, folk duo; 21-plus. The Landing at Pine Point, Scarborough. […]
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Dining & Drink listings, Aug. 26-Sept. 1
Gateway Farmers Market, Greater York Region Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center, York. www.gatewayfarmersmarket.com. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Through Oct. 9. Westbrook Ladies Auxiliary Chili and Chowder Cook-Off, Knights of Columbus Hall, Westbrook. $10 to submit a dish; $5 to taste and vote. 310-8510. 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday. Chili Fest, presented by Wells […]
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Etc. Listings, Aug. 26-Sept. 1
BENEFITS FRIDAY Elykssor Clothing for a Cause, benefits the Michael J. Fox Foundation. Pearl Lounge, Portland. $8. www.pearloldport.com. 9 to 11 p.m. The End of the World Dance Party, benefits the National Audubon Society and the Oiled Wildlife Care Network; 21-plus. Asylum, Portland. $5/donation. www.portlandasylum.com. 8 p.m. SATURDAY Kwenu Party, refreshments and live music; benefits […]