For a Good Cause
Full Plates Full Potential is working to end childhood food insecurity in Maine by partnering with schools, policymakers, communities, and front-line professionals to ensure all Maine children have access to nutritious food where they live, learn, and play. Full Plates Full Potential, in partnership with the USDA, recently awarded more than $7 million through the USDA Healthy Meals Incentive Initiative’s School Food Transformation Challenge to seven different collaborative initiatives across Maine with the goal of transforming the school food system and bringing more local, inclusive, and nutritious foods to Maine kids.
A Noteworthy Anniversary
Indigo Arts Alliance (IAA) celebrates its fifth anniversary supporting Black and Brown artists through mentorship residencies, fellowships, and community-focused events. Since 2019, IAA has hosted 66 artists from 21 countries through its Mentorship Residency and David C. Driskell Fellowship programs; provided professional development via its internships; engaged 191 public programs; and exhibited alumni works.
Learn & Play
Always loved taking pictures? Looking to develop your skills with an expert in an engaging environment? Or maybe you love fresh pasta and have always wanted to try your hand at making it from scratch. No matter your interest or passion, there’s an exciting new venture that combines education with food, photography, travel, architecture, and more. Howe Hill Farm is partnering with Hessler Creative to provide dynamic courses that will teach new skills to creative, like-minded people. See what strikes your fancy on their website.
Down the Rabbit Hole
Opening September 14
Lights Out presents Down the Rabbit Hole at the Wolf & Harp in Norway, opening in-person on September 14. Explore an installation of 88 pieces of flat work and sculpture by 50 artists in the beautiful setting of this exclusive wedding venue.
A Taste of Maine
Dear readers, we hope you’re hungry … because Portland is hopping with new restaurants! We recommend Low Stakes Lounge for high-quality steaks in a relaxed country bar atmosphere. For something a bit lighter, Magissa on Anderson Street serves fresh Mediterranean food and fabulous cocktails in an airy atmosphere that will transport you straight to Greece.
