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"Growing up in 'The County'—a place comprising endless back roads, vast fields, and scenic views around every turn—made me come to appreciate the beauty that surrounds us all. Every time I visit, I make it a priority to ride those back roads, photographing as much as possible." - on this issue's
https://www.themainemag.com/capture-january-february-2023/
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Be on the lookout for the next issue of Maine mag, hitting shelves and mailboxes in March. You may have heard this will be the final print issue for the time being. While it’s true that the road to recovery from the last few years of economic turmoil will be a challenging one, we want to emphasize that this is a pause in production with a hope for return in some form. For now, continue to follow us here, along with our sister publication . And if you haven’t already signed up for our newsletters—including news and notes from our editor , tips for how to make the most of your weekend, and the same quality writing and photography you’ve come to expect from our magazine—please click the link in bio and subscribe. We could use the energy and support of our readers more than ever. Spread the word, long live the regional pub, and we’ll see you soon.
’ debut novel, Lungfish, follows a character in crisis as she squats with her husband and their toddler on a fictional island in the Gulf of Maine. According to , Gilliss' book, which was longlisted for the Center for Fiction’s 2022 First Novel Prize, “is that rare novel of stunning, viscerally alive sentences with an equally propulsive plot.”
Hungry for more? Visit our link below for the full review.
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https://www.themainemag.com/lungfish-and-the-alienating-act-of-addiction/
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A warm fire, some cozy socks, and good book are all you need for a Friday night in. From a former 21,000-square-foot chicken barn to a shop that only sells mystery novels, rounded up nine unique bookstores in Maine to help you pick your next read. See our link below to learn more!
https://www.themainemag.com/9-unique-bookstores-across-maine/
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Hot, iced, black, with milk or whipped cream—however you like your coffee, these creative drinks from local Maine coffee shops will energize your morning! Visit our link below to see where you can taste all nine beverages.
Make sure to visit before their last day on January 31! They are collecting memories from their customers and encourage you to drop a note in the jar when you stop by.
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https://www.themainemag.com/9-creative-craft-coffees-to-mix-up-your-morning/
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For writer Liz Iversen (.iversen), the thread connecting one generation to another is the hope for a better life in a new place. Visit our link below to read her full essay, "Homecoming," in our Jan/Feb How We Live column.
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Photographer: .mccracken
https://www.themainemag.com/finding-home/
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Defying gravity with amazing displays of contortion, flexibility and control, The Peking Acrobats push the limits of human ability! Daring maneuvers atop a precarious pagoda of chairs, incredible trick-cycling, precision juggling, awe-inspiring tumbling, somersaulting and gymnastic and more! With a time-honored tradition rooted in centuries of Chinese history and folk art, The Peking Acrobats ignite delight in astonished audiences from around the world for all ages.
Portland Ovations and the Peking Acrobats, Monday, February 27, 2023 at 7PM at the Merrill Auditorium
Call for tickets 207-842-0800 or visit
https://portlandovations.org/event/the-peking-acrobats/
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co-owner wanted to make a riff on the now-classic espresso martini. His challenge was to create a cocktail that stood up to other espresso martinis but didn’t require an espresso machine. Head over to our link below to learn about the ongoing popularity of and to check out two exclusive recipes from , co-owner of .
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https://www.themainemag.com/allens-coffee-flavored-brandy-is-maines-favorite-spirit/
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Itching to get outside? If you’re looking for a winter activity that gets your heart pumping and doesn’t require the long list of gear necessary for downhill skiing, cross-country skiing might be your happy medium! Visit our link below for 8 Maine Nordic centers for striding and gliding this winter.
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https://www.themainemag.com/where-to-cross-country-ski-this-winter/
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“We’re all connected by the ocean and have some unique tie to it that transcends cultural or geographical differences,” says , the 28-year-old founder and executive director of .
The idea for the program came to Doudera in 2016, in a fifth-grade classroom in the coastal city of Viña del Mar, Chile. Nearly seven years later, Doudera has brought her vision to life, teaching weeklong workshops on marine science and ocean conservation to students in third through sixth grade from Maine to Mexico. Check out our link below to read the full interview.
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https://www.themainemag.com/saltwater-classroom-uses-tech-to-teach-ocean-conservation/
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Kick off 2023 and the New England winter with 's January/February issue, chock full of cool weather activities and heartwarming stories. Learn how is introducing technology to their ocean-focused curriculum, set out on a snowy expedition in Baxter State Park with outdoor writer , take a trip through the town of Brunswick with , and drink in the history of Maine's favorite coffee liqueur, Allen's Coffee Brandy (), with a cocktail recipe to boot. All this and more in the latest issue of MAINE magazine!
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Cover Story: The Most Exciting 30 Seconds In Maine
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Cheers to a New Year and new beginnings in Maine! May 2023 bring you more success, more happiness, and more adventures in Maine!
Photo credit: Sean Thomas ()
Story: Breakfast Beyond the Ordinary
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