The Center for Grieving Children met a fundraising goal that will help it continue providing its essential services for free.
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Society Notebook: Young environmentalists honored with Brookie Awards
The Natural Resources of Council of Maine recognized the work of the six winners, ages 16-26, at an event on July 14.
Society Notebook: Support for mental health evident at Signs of Hope
The Maine Behavorial Healthcare fundraiser opened wallets and conversations that could change lives.
Society Notebook: Portland congregation Etz Chaim toasts to 100 years
The synagogue, based in what’s now the Maine Jewish Museum building, has been through a lot of challenges and change since 1921.
Society Notebook: Portland Stage raising money for remodel
The theater company kicked off the public phase of its capital campaign with a reception in June.
Society Notebook: Portland chamber recognizes leaders who are charging toward change
The 2022 Imagine Portland awards celebration draws 400 people to Ocean Gateway.
Society Notebook: Boys & Girls Clubs benefit from auctions at brewery
In its return to an in-person event, the Spring for the Kids fundraiser was more casual than in years past.
Society Notebook: Culinary students whip up support for LearningWorks with new cookbook
A launch party for ‘The LearningWorks YouthBuild Cookbook’ raised $50,000 for the Portland nonprofit.
Society Notebook: MaineWorks founder named Spurwink’s Humanitarian of the Year
Margo Walsh created the organization that helps people find work despite employment barriers.
Society Notebook: New and improved Children’s Museum hosts first big fundraiser
The art auction at the museum and theater’s new Thompson’s Point location raised money for membership scholarships.