Face the Music: Fresh crop of music from four Maine artists

Alice Limoges, Stephanie Atkins, Oshima Brothers and Jim Baumer all have recently released new songs.

Where to take a mid-winter getaway without leaving Maine

Take a break from the pandemic by visiting a different area of the state, whether your thing is scenic drives and small-town charm, or skiing, hiking and snowmobiling.

Things to Do: Films, dance classes and a virtual cabaret

The Sweded Film Festival for Creative Re-Creations features low-budget remakes of popular films.

Safe ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day, out and at home

Virtual and socially distant options for marking the occasion in Maine include artist-made love notes, romantic music, goat hikes, rom-coms and upscale takeout.

Married With Chitlins can be seen live or online

Things to Do: Art, ice dancing and football

View two art exhibits, hit a Super Bowl party and see pop-up ice dancing shows.

Where to get out and get active during the long Maine winter, weather or not

Winter during the pandemic is the time to get outside and skate, ski or snowshoe, so here are some places to go when conditions are right.

Run & Eat: Central Provisions serves up new sandwich menu with a touch of class

The Portland restaurant has reinvented itself for the winter, with a new takeout and delivery menu.

Things to Do: Beer, art, theater and Zappa

Ride a virtual brew bus, see the latest exhibit at MECA's ICA, catch Portland Stage's new show and stream a Frank Zappa documentary.

Need something to look forward to? Mark your calendar with these winter events

From full-moon adventures to food-centric happenings in Freeport, there's plenty of fun to be had.