Pat Colwell and the Soul Sensations will perform at Somerset Abbey.
Life & Culture
Arts, entertainment, food and books news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inLife & Culture
Frank Vignola’s Swingin’ Christmas set for Dec. 6
Selections from Beethoven and Bach to Paul Simon and Frank Zappa will be performed.
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Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
New ‘Whoville’ featured at Skowhegan’s 27th annual Holiday Stroll
Dr. Seuss’ Whoville to the Debe River Walk will be among the attractions this weekend in Skowhegan.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books
Obamas’ publisher makes new pledge to education organization
The publisher of Barack and Michelle Obama has pledged to donate up to 300,000 children’s books to a leading educational organization, adding to the 1 million copies already given
Posted inLife & Culture
Patti Bradley work on view through Dec. 11
Exhibit can be viewed at West Gallery at River Arts.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture
Maine State Ballet keeps holiday tradition alive in ‘The Nutcracker’
The familiar story is told with comedy, athleticism as well as a surprise guest, much to the delight of young attendees.
Posted inCookbook Reviews, Food & Dining, Recipes
The recipes in ‘New Kitchen Basics’ are sophisticated and international
They’re reasonably quick, too. British food writer Claire Thomson wants to ‘revolutionize the way you cook every day.’
Posted inFood & Dining, Restaurant reviews
Dine Out Maine: Sun Vietnamese Restaurant evolves – much for the better
The Woodfords Corner spot has trimmed its menu, giving it time to focus on the classics that remain. Case in point: The excellent pho.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Maine Gardener: It needn’t be blueberries and apples 24-7
Oranges, bananas and figs are from away, far away, but if you bring their pots inside come winter and show them some proper care, you can grow them here.
Posted inFood & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes
Green Plate Special: DIY Christmas crackers equal less waste
And while you’re at it, why not tuck some sustainability messages inside?