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A local’s way to Casco Bay: Introducing Portland Paddle

April 10, 2013

Portland Paddle aims to change that. The company, run by Quigley and co-owner Zack Anchors, will offer kayak and paddleboard tours, rentals, and lessons from their “mobile unit” at East End Beach. No doubt visitors from away will appreciate the chance to get up close and personal with Portland’s waters. But Portland Paddle also hopes to give locals the opportunity to experience their own watery backyard – maybe for the first time.

Eagle Pose on the East End: YogaFest

March 20, 2013

For local yogis who aren’t deterred by thoughts of see-through yoga pants – or yoga novices who’ve suddenly discovered an interest – there’s going to be a whole lot of yoga going on at Portland’s East End school this summer.

SHAWNA HOUSTON- origami artist, writer, stagehand

March 11, 2013

It was Jiminy Cricket who told us to wish upon a star, but it was 25-year-old Shawna who folded our wishes into stars. Shawna Houston began to fold paper stars four years ago to cope with loss. It has since grown into a purposeful and sustaining art project for a larger community. Meet Shawna!

Shop Talk: Plum

November 14, 2012

Plum Boutique (316 Congress Street) is one of the newest consignment shops in Portland, chock full of higher-end designs. Located in the old Z Fabrics storefront on Munjoy Hill, owner Kelly Williams is happy to be added to the roster of neighborhood stores that have been popping up on the East End.

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A local’s way to Casco Bay: Introducing Portland Paddle

Eagle Pose on the East End: YogaFest

SHAWNA HOUSTON- origami artist, writer, stagehand

Shop Talk: Plum