- Set sail with Shipyard on the Nova Star Aug. 12 – 13
- Maine Mini Adventure: Giant’s Stairs, Mackerel Cove, Island Candy Co. on Bailey Island
- Dine Out Maine: Vinland’s star, five of them, is rising
- The Nth Power & Orgone bring the funk & soul to Port City Music Hall tonight
- My perfect summer 24 hours in Maine | Thank you social media
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Social SocialMy perfect summer 24 hours in Maine | Thank you social media
So, I spent the last week really thinking about my social media use and, honestly, having quite a few moments where I wanted to cut the cord personally. Then I had this day. This perfect summer 24 hours in Maine. I hope you've had one. It's pretty terrific. Read on
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Social SocialBREAKING NEWS | Mark Zuckerberg is richer than you | And, now he’s even richer than the Google guys
In case you were wondering, Mark Zuckerberg is now definitely richer than you. Sorry if that puts a damper on your weekend. If it makes you feel any better, with a fortune now worth $33.3 billion, he's now also richer than Google Inc. co-founders Sergey Brin and Larry Page. So, there's that. Page is worth $33.2 billion. Brin's fortune is estimated at $32.9 billion. Chump change really when compared to Zuck. Read on
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Social SocialSingldOut | New dating site uses DNA and LinkedIn | Sexy, scary, or super-boring?
Is OkCupid leaving you cold? Is Christian Mingle sending you atheists? Are the eHarmony TV spots driving you nuts? Well, you may be in luck. Just when you thought online dating couldn't get anymore ridiculous (and dull), along comes SingldOut.com. Read on
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Social SocialNearly 25% of employers reject applicants due to social media posts | Survey says!
If you're looking for a job, or think you might be anytime soon, you might want to think twice about what you're posting on social media. New survey results released last month from CareerBuilder show that more employers than ever are turning to social networking sites to find additional information on potential candidates – and they're not entirely impressed with what they're seeing. Read on
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Social SocialIs Facebook dooming your marriage? | It’s under siege!
Earlier this month, researchers from Boston University announced the results of a study which found a connection between social media use, marital issues and divorce. In fact, people who use social media were found to be 32 percent more likely to think about leaving their spouses. OUCH! I don't know about you, but this certainly sounds like scary news to me. Read on
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Social Social7 dining options Portland seriously needs | By Brett Willis
But just before we begin, if you’re wondering why this post is here in the social section, I can explain. I want to harness the very power of the Internet (AKA social media) to help make Portland a foodier paradise. Hopefully this little list will get the discussion going, leading to some real, tangible and delicious changes here in Portland, Maine. Read on
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Social SocialDonna Marie McNeil | Arts advocate and administrator | Maine
Building on forty years of professional experience and devotion to the arts at the highest levels, Donna is currently serving as an independent arts administrator through private curatorial services, grant writing, administration, panels, mentorship and professional development counseling for creatives, board service, steering committees, advisory panels and advocacy. Read on
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Social SocialWhat’s Up With All The Selfies? | Panel examines trend at Engine event | #SELFtheshow
This Thursday evening, July 10, I am honored to have been asked to participate in a panel discussing the phenomenon of selfies titled, “From self portrait to selfie. Need to be seen.” The panel takes place as part of an ongoing exhibit, "SELF/Selfie," which opened in May at Engine in Biddeford, and will be up through July 19. Read on
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Social Social#SMDayME | TideSmart Global | June 30, 2014
On Monday evening a sold-out crowd of 200 Mainers gathered to join communities as part of Mashable's Global Social Media Day. Five years ago, the digital news site declared June 30 to be Global Social Media Day, and there have been parties in cities around the globe ever since. Social Media Day Maine 2014 (#SMDayME), the state's first large-scale event, was hosted by TideSmart Global. Read on
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Social Social#metweetup | Little Tap House | June 26, 2014
A monthly, formally organized Tweetup, Maine Tweetup (#metweetup), has been taking place in Portland for years. I haven't written about a #metweetup since February so I was long overdue. The weather and the crowd last night were both gorgeous. Read on
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The Golden DishBath Farmer’s Market and more waterfront food finds
