Portland, ME June 2024

The Gentlemen's Issue

Let’s Hear It for the Boys

Guys, this one is all about you.

To honor you and everything you bring to our community, we worked hard to curate an entire issue that reflects your priorities and the most important things in your life.

So, let's start with tacos.

We turned to food writer, personal chef, and connoisseur of all things edible Joe Ricchio to show us where taco night in Portland is taken very seriously, and for good reason. For mouth-watering takes on taco faves and some creative interpretations of the classic Mexican fare, turn to page 18. You might discover a new Father's Day lunch spot or your next guys' night out go-to while you're at it.

When it comes to guys' night in and DIY libations, we had a hunch you might be looking to perfect your personal bar cart for the summer. For that, we asked Cameron Graham at Bow Street Beverage to share his picks for the Maine-based spirits you definitely want to have on hand for your next happy hour or outdoor barbecue (page 36).

Ok, food and drinks are covered (check!) but what about your favorite room in the house (or next to it)? We've tapped Charles Shattuck-Heidorn of PremierGarage of Southern Maine for his advice on making your garage more organized, functional, and the envy of all your friends.

And finally, we're bringing you an interview with our friends at Greener Postures Yoga who share with us the many reasons why yoga is such a valuable (yet often overlooked) form of movement for men to increase strength, flexibility, endurance, and so much more. Turn to page 24 to learn why getting on the mat could be the best new addition to your wellness routine.

So there you have it, a roundup of fresh ideas for what might become some of your new favorite things, and how to get the best of all of them in Portland. Have something or someone you'd love to see featured in our next Gentlemen's Issue? Get in touch on IG @portland.citylifestyle.

EMILY HARRADON, PUBLISHER @PORTLAND.CITYLIFESTYLE

June 2024

PUBLISHER

Emily Harradon | emily.harradon@citylifestyle.com

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Rebecca Abramson

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ACCOUNT MANAGER

Meghan Morrison | meghan.morrison@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Joe Ricchio

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Cameron Graham, Kim Chapman Photography, Joe Ricchio

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WHERE NEIGHBORS CAN SEE AND BE SEEN

1: Gluten-free treats at Bam Bam Bakery’s new location in Falmouth. 2: Grand opening celebration at Hotworx, Maine’s first 24/7 infrared sauna fitness studio. 3: Dr. Reynerio Lanoy, co-founder of HAND-Phillipines and Medical Director of Maine Aesthetic Medicine, at the HAND Gala. 4: Brian Corcoran and the Shamrock Sports and Entertainment team, The Bachelor’s Ben Higgins, and Angie Helton. 5: Guests browse artwork at the opening reception of Portland Art Gallery’s April exhibition. 6: A candlelit yoga flow at Three of Strong led by Move Wild Studio. 7: Ken Hess, Tristan Noyes, Caron Bryan, and Rory Strunk at the Maker’s Way Runway Show.

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A ROUNDUP OF NEWS FROM LOCAL BUSINESSES

Introducing Bar Publica, Portland's Newest Hangout Spot

Bar Publica is a vibrant bar and kitchen showcasing fresh cocktails and Latin American flavors. Nestled in the heart of Bayside, Bar Publica's rooftop offers an urban retreat to enjoy refreshing drinks and eats with friends while soaking up city views. The excitement doesn't stop there—weekends heat up with a DJ spinning tunes for late-night dance parties. Stop by for a lively fusion of flavors, beats, and vibes that elevate Portland’s nightlife.

Plastic + Hand Surgical Associates Join Rock Row's Medical Campus

Plastic + Hand Surgical Associates has signed a long-term lease to join Rock Row’s Medical and Research Campus. The new space will include Skin Solutions, Plastic + Hand’s medical grade skin care center, along with Plastic + Hand’s state of the art surgery center. Trained at top medical centers, the organization's eight board-certified plastic surgeons are leading the advancement of plastic surgery in Maine.

Casco Bay Lines Summer Schedule Starts June 15

Whether you're commuting, visiting for a day, staying for vacation, or looking to enjoy a specialty cruise, Casco Bay Lines is Portland's safe and convenient connection to the islands. The summer ferry schedule kicks off June 15 with frequent trips to Peaks Island, Great and Little Diamond Islands, Diamond Cove, Chebeague, Long Island, and Cliff Island. For a great few hours on the water, catch the Mailboat Run at 10 am, noon, or 3 pm.

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Portland's 2024 James Beard Award Nominees

The James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards celebrate excellence across a range of experiences, from fine-dining establishments to casual gems and emerging talents to established luminaries. Congratulations to Maine's four semifinalists who made the official list of nominees: Barak Olins of ZU Bakery (Outstanding Bakery), Woodford Food & Beverage (Outstanding Hospitality), Atsuko Fujimoto of Norimoto Bakery (Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker), and Jake Stevens of Leeward (Best Chef, Northeast).

The Highroller Lobster Co. Launches Low Stakes Lodge

The owners of Portland's Highroller Lobster Co. on Exchange Street are entering the world of surf and turf by opening a neighboring restaurant called Low Stakes Lodge. Expect a steakhouse experience with a cozy ambiance, relaxed dive bar vibes, and an exciting drink selection. According to the restaurant's Instagram bio, Low Stakes Lodge promises "good times and low stakes."

Lucky Cheetah Opens This Summer

Lucky Cheetah, a new dim sum and dumpling venture from William Dowd and Jared Dinsmore, the owners of Bird & Co. in Woodford's Corner, will take over the empty space at 11 Moulton Street formerly occupied by Old Port Tavern. The full-service Chinese restaurant will offer a variety of creative dishes (duck confit dumpling pancakes, anyone?) alongside a bar program featuring Asian-inspired cocktails. Lucky Cheetah is expected to open for business on July 1.

Photography by Eliesa Johnson

the CITY LIST

We have such amazing, innovative business leaders in our community who are proud to serve you, our residents, with class and quality. We’ve compiled some of our top company picks for the services that might be on your mind this month in an effort to make your lives a little easier.

Mens' Clothing Store

David Wood davidwood.com | 207.773.3906

Peter Renney's Fashions 207.774.1981

Joseph's josephsofportland.com | 207.773.1274

Portland Dry Goods portlanddrygoods.com | 207.747.8152

Portland Trading Co. portlandtradingco.com | 207.370.0714

Barber Shops / Men's Salons

Blind Pig Barber Company blindpigbarbercompany.com | 207.536.4772

Momentum Barbershop momentumportland.com | 207.747.4267

Cliff's Barbershop cliffsbarbershop.com | 207.536.1216

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Americana Shave Company americanaportland.com | 207.272.3308

Mensroom Salon mensroomsalon.com | 207.874.8080

TACO TRAILS

Mushroom Dorados taco at Lenora

A TOUR OF PORTLAND’S MOST MOUTHWATERING MEXICAN EATS

As much as I can still enjoy the nostalgia of the ubiquitous Old El Paso Crunchy Taco Dinner Kit, I’ve developed specific standards about tacos over the years. The tortillas must be warm, whether griddled or steamed, until pliable. Nothing is worse than tortillas that break or fall apart during the first bite. There must be fresh herbs, acidity from the lime, heat from the salsa, and some crunchy elements. Of course, the most crucial aspect is the filling, and I have sought to represent a range of styles with this list.

ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY

JOE RICCHIO

Taco sample at Tostones Café

TRES LECHES CAKES FLOR

863 Broadway | South Portland

Assorted Tacos

Though they specialize in their namesake, the tacos and tortas at this no-frills South Portland spot are not to be missed. The carne enchilada, made with rich, spiced beef, and the carnitas (pork lovingly braised in its own fat) are standouts. The house-made hot sauces are superlative. Suppose you choose to load up on the habanero. In that case, you will definitely appreciate the generous sides of fresh cucumber and radish.

TU CASA RESTAURANT SALVADORENA

70 Washington Ave | Portland

Taquitos de Lengua

I have been eating at Tu Casa for 20 years, and if they were ever to close, I would move out of Portland. Though famous for their melty, delicious pupusas, most menu items—including the impossibly rich yet simple white rice—are solid. My favorite is their tongue tacos. Don’t knock tongue if you haven’t tried it, as I believe most people would simply think it was excellent roast beef if you didn’t tell them what it was. Another solid option to add tongue to is the Enchiladas Salvadorenas, a crispy tostada served with rice and beans.

Assorted tacos at Tres Leches Cakes Flor

“THE TORTILLAS MUST BE WARMED UNTIL PLIABLE—NOTHING IS WORSE THAN TORTILLAS THAT FALL APART.”

TOSTONES CAFÉ

337 Ocean House Road | Cape Elizabeth Taco Sampler

Located in a Cape Elizabeth strip mall, Tostones Café is probably best known for its assortment of incredible arepas. The taco sampler comes with various carnitas, grilled chicken, and my favorite: chicharrones (essentially fried pork belly). Bring a group, order as much of the menu as humanly possible, and wash it down with an ocean of Don Julio.

EL RODEO

147 Western Avenue | South Portland Tacos de Birria

Despite the fact that it's near the mall (and is located in an old Outback Steakhouse), El Rodeo is legit. Their birria tacos—a cross between a taco, grilled cheese sandwich, and Chicago-style Italian beef—come with hot sauce and a rich braising liquid for dipping. I highly recommend wearing dark colors if you plan on ordering them. Also not to be missed is the table side guacamole and queso with chorizo.

LENORA

2 Portland Square | Portland Mushroom Dorados

Easily one of the more decadent vegetarian options in the city, these tacos feature warm, house-made tortillas, roasted mushrooms, queso fresco, jalapeno, and burnt corn crema. Amid a full selection of meat and fish tacos, these are my favorite on the menu. It is imperative to have a bowl of chili con queso to get things started.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

In 2009, Joe Ricchio founded Portland Food Coma, a blog dedicated to food, hedonism, wine, and excess. For over a decade, he maintained regular posts as food editor for Maine magazine, Down East, and Decor Maine while producing freelance work for clients including Bon Appetit, Vice, the Food Network, and Conde Nast Traveler. Ricchio grew his Food Coma brand to include a travel series ( Food Coma TV ), the Food Coma Podcast, and the stand-and-stir series Food Coma: My Seventies Kitchen . He has made national TV appearances on Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern and the late Anthony Bourdain’s No Reservations Ricchio resides in Maine and travels wherever work takes him.

Tacos de Birria at El Rodeo

Taquitos de Lengua at Tu Casa Restaurant Salvadorena

THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK

WITH AUBREY LOGAN

Saturday, June 22 | 7:00 PM

Robert Lehmann, guest conductor Aubrey Logan, vocals & trombone

Lauded as “the Queen of Sass” and known for her work with Postmodern Jukebox, Aubrey Logan brings an accessible, fresh, and dynamic approach to jazz as one of today’s most brilliant contemporary jazz artists.

RUSTIC OVERTONES

Friday, June 28 | 7:00 PM

Eckart Preu, Music Director Rustic Overtones

Hear one of Maine’s favorite rock bands as never before as Rustic Overtones join the PSO for a unique performance! Hailing from Portland, Maine, Rustic Overtones have been captivating audiences since their formation in the early 1990s.

SYMPHONIC CON

Saturday, July 13 | 7:00 PM

Morihiko Nakahara , guest conductor

A musical tribute to popular art forms, Symphonic Con takes you on incredible adventures. Experience music from epic quests and hero’s journeys, including favorites from Lord of the Rings, Legend of Zelda, Spider-Man, and Harry Potter.

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Exploring the myriad ways practicing yoga benefits men in mind, body, and soul

Peace in Presence

ARTICLE BY BECCA ABRAMSON

PHOTOGRAPHY BY KIM CHAPMAN PHOTOGRAPHY

David Puopolo (left) and Nick Derrig (right) practice at Greener Postures.

Gone are the days when yoga was perceived as simply “stretching for women.”

According to Harvard Health, the number of American men doing yoga more than doubled from 2012 to 2016, and each year more men are learning the benefits of yoga as an inclusive and accessible wellness practice. “There’s this misconception that you already need to be flexible to start yoga, but a big part of the practice is gaining flexibility and mobility,” explains Gretchen Campos, manager of Greener Postures Yoga, a local studio with locations in Falmouth and South Portland. “It’s a great way to cross-train and vary up your movements—we see golfers, competitive cyclists, runners, and baseball players who make the same arm movements or have the same swing, and practicing yoga is an easy option to move away from those repetitive patterns, to stretch and lengthen your muscles.”

David Puopolo, who moved to Maine from the West Coast and now frequents Greener Postures, began practicing yoga nearly a decade ago at his chiropractor’s request. “I was under a lot of stress, and my whole body was seizing up,” he explains. “I visited a chiropractor, but she would only agree to continue seeing me if I started doing yoga. I was definitely hesitant at first, but she was militant about it,” Puopolo laughs. Greener Postures attendee and Portland firefighter Nick Derrig was introduced to yoga through his father. “I was doing the conventional bodybuilding stuff, and I was always tight in my hamstrings, back, and shoulders. My dad had been doing yoga for a couple of months, and it was the best thing that ever happened to him,” Derrig recalls. “At his urging, I tried out a class, and it’s the best thing I’ve ever done.”

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“There’s a misconception that you already need to be flexible to start yoga, but a big part of the practice is gaining flexibility and mobility.”

The age-old stigma that yoga is just for women is quickly fading. “I’ve done every kind of exercise—CrossFit, weights, I’ve done it all—and yoga is by far the best workout,” Derrig says. “Going to the gym for an hour and doing curls and shoulder presses is way easier than going to an hour-long heated yoga class. For someone to think yoga is just stretching, that’s definitely not the case.” Derrig and his colleagues at the Portland Fire Department practice yoga to focus on their physical and mental wellbeing thanks to a partnership with Greener Postures that provides free yoga for the city’s firefighters. “It’s been a game changer,” Derrig says of the program. “When I go to a yoga class first thing in the morning after a particularly stressful 24-hour shift, I come out with such a positive mindset. It really sets me up for success in my day.”

It’s clear that yoga is about more than just physical benefits—the practice also offers a way for men to blow off steam and reconnect with themselves. “Inviting breath and calm helps to release emotions and reduce stress,” says Greener Postures co-owner Heidi MacVane. Slower classes like nidra (guided meditation) or yin (deep stretching) tap into the parasympathetic nervous system and quiet the body to improve sleep, digestion, and immunity. “You really get a chance to clear your head and your mind,” explains Puopolo. “You’re linking breath to movement, and when you do that, you don’t really have the space to think about other things.” A consistent practice cultivates a sense of community, too. “Greener Postures kept me sane during the pandemic—I was practicing six or seven days a week,”

“Yoga clears your head and your mind.

When you’re linking breath to movement, you just don’t have the space to think about other things.”

he adds. “You feed off the energy in the class—everybody’s pushing and people are getting tired, but no one wants to give up. We’re all in it together and just trying to make it through.”

Greener Postures co-owner Danielle Toolan has one simple tip for those looking to start a yoga practice: “Just walk in the door!” The studio offers a new student special that makes it easy to try different

classes and teachers to find your preference. Both the Fundamentals Flow and Beginner's Series classes are great starting points, though new students are warmly welcome at all Greener Postures classes. “Yoga is such a big word, but it falls across a huge spectrum,” she says. “It could be a heated flow or a calmer nidra class. If you’re dealing with an injury, you might like a deep stretch, or maybe you’re looking to cross train, or you want sleep assistance. It’s a matter of selfstudy to determine what type of yoga resonates with you.” Puopolo adds that patience is key. “When I first started, I wanted to do everything. I had such a competition mentality, thinking ‘I’m going to hit this mat and do it all,’ but the body takes time. I’ve been doing yoga for a while and there are still poses that I’m trying to navigate. It can be frustrating, but you have to remember that it doesn’t happen overnight—you have to work at it.”

THE ULTIMATE GARAGE

PremierGarage of Southern Maine offers custom solutions to make your dream space a reality

ARTICLE BY BECCA ABRAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF PREMIERGARAGE OF SOUTHERN MAINE

While it may not be top of mind on your list of home renovations, transforming a disorganized garage into an orderly space can have a significant impact on your life. “Your garage is often the first place you enter when you come home, and having that space strewn about haphazardly can feel chaotic,”

“Your garage is the first place you enter at home, and having that space strewn about haphazardly can feel chaotic.”

explains Charles Shattuck-Heidorn, co-owner of PremierGarage of Southern Maine. It’s easy to eliminate piles of seasonal gear and holiday decorations, clustered corners stacked with boxes, and dusty floors with simple solutions like cabinets, shelving, hanging storage, and epoxy flooring.

Refreshing neglected concrete floors is an often-disregarded way to upgrade your garage. Adding an epoxy floor not only protects your concrete, but it can also keep your garage much cleaner: while concrete releases dust, epoxy flooring seals everything in and makes your garage a breeze to keep clean. In Project 1 (pictured on the opposite page), a client installing a new garage asked Shattuck-Heidorn to update the home’s older garage with matching epoxy. “The older garage had significant damage to the concrete, primarily cracking and spalling,” Shattuck-Heidorn explains.

“We repaired the concrete with specialized mortar and then ground down the pad to create a uniform surface for the epoxy to bond with. The homeowner was left with his older garage looking just as beautiful as the new one.”

Don’t worry if your garage feels like a disaster: it’s common for even the most immaculate homes to have problematic garages. “Our client owns a beautiful home on a lake, and every other space in the home is meticulously maintained, but their garage only had simple shelves and a concrete floor that was cracked and dusty,” says Shattuck-Heidorn. His team at PremierGarage of Southern Maine set out to elevate the garage’s functionality and align its beauty with the rest of the home (Project 2, pictured above). “Bringing in deep cabinets, a workbench, and slat wall created a space that feels clean and organized, allowing the homeowner to store all their

“Sometimes there is not enough space on a wall

to install a cabinet or shelving due to the area vehicles require. Consider adding hanging storage to these walls to store snow shovels, yard rakes, garden hoses, and other relatively slim items.”

sports equipment,” explains Shattuck-Heidorn. “Plus, the decorative flake of earth tones in the new flooring accents the beauty of the nature around the home.”

If you’re unsure of how you’d like to use your garage in the long term, there are plenty of options to keep it tidy. In Project 3 (pictured above), the homeowners were just moving into their new space and were not yet sure how they intended to use their garage. “We decided to protect the new concrete with epoxy and added a cabinet, a small workbench, and tool storage,” says Shattuck-Heidorn. When space

is available, storage cabinets are a great way to hide seasonal gear. “Whether it’s all the sunblock and hats from the summer or your snowshoes and hockey equipment, a deep cabinet with doors can keep odds and ends out of sight and organized,” he explains. If your garage feels tight on space, Shattuck-Heidorn suggests hanging tools on walls. “Sometimes there is not enough space on a wall to install a cabinet or shelving due to the area vehicles require. Consider adding hanging storage to these walls to store snow shovels, yard rakes, garden hoses, and other relatively slim items.”

Project 3

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An expert explains how to create the ultimate bar cart featuring Maine-made spirits

ARTICLE BY BECCA ABRAMSON

PHOTOGRAPHY BY CAMERON GRAHAM

What makes a great bar cart? According to Cameron Graham, marketing manager at Bow Street Beverage, the basic elements are fairly simple: vodka, gin, rum, whisky, tequila, and vermouth. Of course, it helps to have garnishes (like olives, citrus, and cherries) along with the proper mixing tools: a shaker, mixer, strainer, and paring knife or peeler. We challenged Graham to create the ultimate bar cart showcasing Maine-made spirits, and the results are absolutely worth incorporating into your own beverage cabinet.

Vodka

“With vodka, there’s not a lot of room for variation in flavor, because you really want it to taste like water,” Graham says. “Most of the places in Maine that make spirits are also making vodka. Cold River Vodka is one of my favorites, but if you’re looking for something organic, Split Rock Distilling in Newcastle makes a great organic vodka.”

Gin

“Gin has more room for maneuvering, because it can be really juniper-forward, or you can have a dryer gin that tastes more like vodka. Creativity can come through a bit more than it does with other spirits,” Graham explains. “Maine does gin really well—I think it’s because it doesn’t require lots of aging.” Round Turn Distilling’s Bimini Gin and Hardshore Distilling Company’s Original Gin are Graham’s top picks, both of which lean heavily into juniper flavors.

Rum

“I love Three of Strong Spirits because they’re so rum-focused,” Graham says. “They’ve really built out their rum line, whereas most other distilleries have either a spiced variety and a light rum or a light rum and a dark version.” In addition to their seven varieties of Maine-made rum, Three of Strong also makes great ready-to-drink cocktails including a canned mojito, Stormy Night (their version of a Dark and Stormy), and two kinds of rum punch.

Bourbon/Whiskey

“Like Maine’s gin and rum options, our bourbon is improving,” Graham notes. Hardshore Distilling’s Shorebird Whiskey comes in three expressions: a four-year-aged small batch with notes of honey and spice, a five-year-aged single barrel variety, and the six-year-aged Master Distiller’s Series with unparalleled smoothness and richness of flavor. Graham’s other favorites are Batson River’s Langsford Road Bourbon and Wiggly Bridge’s small barrel variety.

Tequila

Distilleries in Maine can’t legally market tequila, since tequila can only come from one of five authorized states in Mexico, but a handful of companies make a similar product called a blue agave spirit. Graham likes Batson River’s version, called Amato 33, as well as Wiggly Bridge’s Anejo Agave Blue, which is aged between 12 and 18 months in rum and bourbon barrels.

Miscellaneous

While herbal Amaros (think Fernet or Aperol) don’t typically originate in Maine, Liquid Riot’s Fernet Michaud, which is aged in blueberry wine barrels, is a great local option. Handshake, a Persian-inspired digestif bitters made right in Portland, adds a touch of creativity and zest to cocktails (or any beverage, for that matter), as do bitters from Vena’s Fizz House. “Vena’s started as a sort of soda shop in Portland, and their owner, Steve Corman, knows a ton and loves to lead educational workshops and classes,” Graham says. “I like to add their garam masala bitters to my coffee sometimes for an extra hint of complexity.” Another Maine favorite, Owl and Whale, offers a variety of bitters as well as shrubs and phosphates. “Phosphates make a drink sour and give it a zing, like what you’d get from a sour candy,” Graham explains, while vinegary shrubs add tang to beverages.

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JUNE 9TH Resurgam

Music

and Arts Festival

Ocean Gateway

Maine Academy of Modern Music is partnering with the City of Portland and local businesses to offer this oneday music and arts festival (presented by OTTO) at Ocean Gateway and the surrounding areas. Last year, the festival drew over 7,500 people with over 60 performances and 40 vendors. The event is free and open to the public.  resurgamfestival.com

JUNE 10TH-16TH

Portland Wine Week

Multiple locations

Meet winemakers, chefs, and sommeliers; enjoy wine sails, brunches, lunches, dinners, and tastings; learn about Maine terroir; and celebrate women winemakers. Portland Wine Week highlights the best of what this seaside “Restaurant City of the Year” (Bon Appétit) has to offer—a strong community passionate about local food, award-winning boutique restaurants, and a diverse presence of quality-focused wine. portlandwineweek.me

JUNE 15TH

The Middle Men Casablanca Concert Cruise

20 Custom House Wharf | 5:00 PM

Step aboard Casablanca Cruises, Portland’s premier destination for live music in the summer, for a three-hour adventure through Casco Bay. This concert cruise features lively performances from the Middle Men, an alternative indie band from Portland that plays a wide variety of covers with a twist and original songs that make you want to move.  casablancamaine.com

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JUNE 16TH

Wearable Floral Arrangement and Sips

Via Vecchia | 11:30 AM

At this unique event hosted by sommelier Susannah Gleason, you’ll sip on four wines while florist Morgan Wagner-Holz of Elder Farm and Forage guides the creation of a gorgeous floral headband, wrist cuff, or pocket square. Tickets are $85 per person and available on resy.com

JUNE 20TH-23RD

Drive Fore Kids

Falmouth Country Club

Drive Fore Kids (D4K) continues a recent tradition of high-caliber golf in Maine with a star-studded invitational celebrity golf tournament benefitting the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital at Maine Medical Center. This year’s celebrity participants include actor Robbie Amell, NFL Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis, The Bachelor’s Ben Higgins, NHL star Jeremy Roenick, Maine’s own Patrick Dempsey, and more. driveforekids.com

JUNE 29TH

Wavy Days Beer Fest

Thompson’s Point | 12:00 PM

Mast Landing Brewing Company’s Wavy Days Festival is a multi-day celebration that brings together exceptional breweries from across the country. The weekend centers around Wavy Days Beer Fest on Saturday at Thompson’s Point. Tickets include an unlimited sampling of beers from 55+ breweries, a special Wavy Days tasting glass, access to 9+ food vendors, music, and more. wavydaysfest.com

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