Page 14 — The PORTLAND Daily Sun, Tuesday, September 3, 2013
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Tuesday, Sept. 3 Artist Ruth Gorton’s works in Falmouth
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. “South Portland artist Ruth Gorton will be showing her paintings at People’s United Bank, 188 Rte. One, Falmouth, Maine, throughout the month of September. The paintings are available to purchase, with 50 percent of the proceeds being donated in the buyers’ name to The Preble Street Resource Center in Portland. The mission of Preble Street is to provide accessible barrier-free services to empower people experiencing problems with homelessness, housing, hunger, and poverty, and to advocate for solutions to these problems.” Hours: Mon-Thurs. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m. to noon. 781-3131
MCMA First Tuesday Book Club: Cheryl Strayed
noon. The Maine Charitable Mechanic Association First Tuesday Book Club will meet on Sept. 3 to discuss Cheryl Strayed’s “Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail” by Cheryl Strayed” (nonfiction). “A Best Nonfiction Book of 2012: The Boston Globe, Entertainment Weekly, A Best Book of the Year: NPR, St. Louis Dispatch, Vogue. At twenty-two, Cheryl Strayed thought she had lost everything. In the wake of her mother’s death, her family scattered and her own marriage was soon destroyed. Four years later, with nothing more to lose, she made the most impulsive decision of her life. With no experience or training, driven only by blind will, she would hike more than a thousand miles of the Pacific Crest Trail from the Mojave Desert through California and Oregon to Washington State — and she would do it alone. Told with suspense and style, sparkling with warmth and humor, ‘Wild’ powerfully captures the terrors and pleasures of one young woman forging ahead against all odds on a journey that maddened, strengthened, and ultimately healed her.” http://www.cherylstrayed.com/wild_108676.htm. The MCMA library book club meets on the first Tuesday of each month in the library at noon, bring a sandwich; dessert coffee and tea provided. For more information, call Pat at 773-8396.
‘The Navy’s Role in the War of 1812’
noon to 1 p.m. Maine Historical Society, “The Navy’s Role in the War of 1812: A Dual Book Talk” with speakers: George Daughan and George Emery. “Authors and friends George Daughan (‘1812: The Navy’s War’) and George Emery (‘In Their Own Words: The Navy Fights the War of 1812’) discuss their recent publications in the context of the Battle of the HMS Boxer and USS Enterprise. Both books will be on sale in the MHS museum store, and a book signing will follow the talk. This event kicks off a week of programming related to the 200th anniversary of the battle off Pemaquid Point during the War of 1812. Daughan is also the author of ‘If By Sea.’ He holds a Ph.D. in American History and Government from Harvard University, was a professor at Connecticut College, and taught at the Air Force Academy. Sanford, Maine, native Emery is a retired Vice Admiral with the U.S. Navy. Prior to retirement, he was appointed 24th Commander of the Submarine Force U.S. Atlantic Fleet, and Commander of the Submarine Allied Command Atlantic by President Clinton in August 1993.” https://www. mainehistory.org
Congress Square Plaza workshop
5:30 p.m. “The Portland City Council will hold a workshop meeting to review a proposal to sell a portion of Congress Square Plaza to RP Portland Building, LLC for the construction of an event center for the Westin Harborview Hotel (f/k/a/ The Eastland Hotel). Pursuant to City Council rules, Council workshops are open to the public, however, no public comments will be taken at this workshop meeting. (As previously noticed, the City Council is planning to hold a public hearing on this matter at a later date, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m., at which public comment will be taken.). The Council Workshop meeting will be held at the following time and location: Tuesday, Sept. 3, Portland City Hall, 389 Congress St. For more information, e-mail ljn@portlandmaine.gov.”
Wednesday, Sept. 4 School budget citywide referendum
7 a.m. to 8 p.m. “Portland voters will be asked to approve the updated Portland Public School System’s budget in a citywide referendum. This second referendum reflects changes in state funding for the city’s schools. Maine’s School Administrative Reorganization Law requires all school districts to hold elections for approval of their budgets. The budget must be approved by a majority of voters. Voters will be asked: 1) Do you favor approving the Supplemental Portland School Budget for the upcoming school year that was adopted at the latest City Council budget meeting on August 5, 2013? Detailed information about the Portland school budget may be found on the Portland Public Schools website. All qualified residents of the City of Portland are encouraged to vote. Starting today, absentee
The Eastern Cemetery in Portland will be the site of a graveside service on Thursday devoted to Capt. Burrows, Capt. Blyth and Lieut. Kervin Waters. Among those speaking will be historian Herb Adams, shown in February 2011. (DAVID CARKHUFF FILE PHOTO) ballots are available upon request and can be returned to the City Clerk’s office in City Hall from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pursuant to Maine law, there is no absentee voting three days before any election. For this election, Aug. 30, 2013 will be the last day of absentee voting. Absentee ballots must be returned by Sept. 4 at 8 p.m. Residents can register to vote in person at the City Clerk’s office or on the day of election at their polling place. All local polling places will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more detailed information about where or how to vote, contact the City Clerk’s office at 874-8677.”
Portland Public Schools start of classes
8 a.m. “The Portland Public Schools will begin classes for students in first through 12th grade on Sept. 4. They will attend school on Sept. 4 and 5, but Sept. 6 will be a professional development day with no classes. School will resume on Sept. 9. That also is the first day of classes for kindergartners. The hours for regular school days are: Elementary schools: 8:55 a.m. to 3:05 p.m. Middle schools: 8:25 a.m. to 2:35 p.m. High schools: 8 a.m. to 2:10 p.m. Portland Arts and Technology High School (PATHS) morning session: 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.; afternoon session: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. West Program: 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. On early release days, classes end one hour early. The early release hours at PATHS’ morning session are 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., and the afternoon session meets from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. See the district calendar listing holidays, early release days and vacations: http://www2.portlandschools.org/sites/default/ files/13-14%20Final.pdf.”
Historical tours of Congress Square
12:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. Free. “Architectural Historian Scott Hanson will provide a dynamic look at the history of Congress Square. From churches and mansions to streetcars, hotels, museums, and plazas — this important intersection has been an epicenter of downtown Portland’s evolving development for more than two centuries. The half-hour tour starts inside SPACE Gallery with an illustrated talk and then finishes outside in Congress Square. Two tours are offered, 12:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tours are free and open to the public. Sponsored by the City of Portland Planning & Urban Development Department and hosted by SPACE Gallery.”
War of 1812 Historians’ Roundtable
6 p.m. to 8 p.m. War of 1812 Historians’ Roundtable. “Four historian-authors discuss the causes and effects of the Battle of the HMS Boxer and USS Enterprise within the context of the War of 1812. David Hanna (Knights of the Sea) moderates a panel that includes Vice Adm. (Ret.) George Emery (‘In Their Own Words’), James Nelson (‘George Washington’s Secret Navy’), and Joshua M. Smith (‘Battle for the Bay: The Naval War of 1812’). Maine Historical Society, https://www.mainehistory.org. “This event is part of a
week-long series of activities in Portland commemorating the Battle of the Boxer and Enterprise. The panelists’ books will be on sale in the museum store and a book signing will follow the talk.”
Medical Marijuana 101 free seminar in Augusta
7 p.m. “Wellness Connection of Maine (WCM) is hosting a free informational session for the public and patients about the basics of medical marijuana. Topics will include: benefits of using medical marijuana, an explanation of the current law and commentary from an expert osteopathic physician on its uses. The discussion aims to inform patients whether medical marijuana is right for them and how to legally obtain it. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Buker Community Center Senior Room, 22 Armory St., Augusta. Co-presenters: Becky Dekeuster M.Ed., ECD of WCM and Dustin Sulak, D.O. of Integr8 Health.”
Thursday, Sept. 5 Graveside service at Eastern Cemetery
1 p.m. “The Maine Historical Society and Maine Military Historical Society will host a graveside service with military honors at Portland’s Eastern Cemetery. Scheduled to speak are: David Googins, Maine Historical Society Chairman; Colonel Andres Gibson, Maine Army National Guard Chaplain; David Hanna, Author; Ann LePage, First Lady of Maine; Susie Kitchens, British Consulate General, Boston; Brigadier General James Campbell, Maine National Guard; Michael Brennan, Mayor of Portland; Herb Adams, Historian. The Italian Heritage Center Concert Band and the Maine Army National Guard will perform, and descendants of the captains will lay wreaths on their tombs.” MHS and MMHS will host this graveside service at Portland’s Eastern Cemetery honoring Capt. Burrows, Capt. Blyth and Lieut. Kervin Waters. “Members of the public are welcome to observe the graveside commemoration from Mountfort Street, but are asked to be respectful of the historic cemetery by remaining outside of the fenced area or along the path. This event is free and open to the public.” 200th Anniversary Ceremony for the Captains. http://www.spiritsalive.org
Auditions for ‘Hansel and Gretel’
3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine, 142 Free St., Portland. www.kitetails.org. “We’re looking for actors ages of 8 to 17 for our fall production of ‘Hansel and Gretel.’ Actors should arrive any time between 3 and 5 with a one-minute monologue prepared. No acting experience is required; newcomers are welcome. To schedule an alternate audition time, contact Reba Short (828-1234 x247 or reba@kitetails.org) by Thursday, August 29th.” see next page