Over the summer, Friends of Acadia hosted a celebratory evening at the picturesque Gate House Farm in Northeast Harbor. The night began with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and a silent auction under the tent, followed by dinner and a spirited live … Continue reading
Kathleen Luke had been living in her Cape Elizabeth home for 30 years, and though she knew it was a “nightmare of a fixer-upper,” she wasn’t ready to give up on the old girl. That is, until she met the … Continue reading
This past July, guests gathered for a design conversation with SISTER PARISH DESIGN, preceded by refreshments at the Grotto on KNICKERBOCKER GROUP’s Boothbay campus. Guests enjoyed Apple’s iced tea, a family recipe from Apple Parish Bartlett, Sister’s daughter and an … Continue reading
Inspired by a pepper-pot soup, a “three sisters” soup, and our own harvest vegetables plus a spaghetti squash from a friend’s garden, this turned out saucy and flavorful. Any kind of leftover cooked squash will do, but it’s a nice … Continue reading
In August, the Portland Museum of Art welcomed members of the Director’s Circle and Contemporaries to an unforgettable Italian themed soirée in the David E. Shaw and Family Sculpture Park in celebration of Painting Energy: The Alex Katz Foundation Collection. Guests sipped … Continue reading
For George Reiche, founder of Maine Stair Company, building staircases is more than just a trade—it’s a calling. “Stairs really are a combination of math, beauty, and functionality,” he explains. “And when they’re done right, they’re timeless.” Reiche’s path to … Continue reading
The design concept behind military identification tags—commonly known as dog tags—can’t be attributed to a single individual. They evolved with one purpose: the ability for a fallen soldier to be identified so that their body could be brought back home … Continue reading
What would be your perfect Maine day? My perfect Maine day is a summer Friday. After a hectic week, Friday mornings tend to be quieter—there’s a sense of calm as we wrap things up. At noon, I’d meet my family … Continue reading
Boston-based interior designer Erin Gates originally said no to writing a third book. It was late 2020 and social media was changing the way her business worked, driving the need for a constant stream of new content, clients, and collaborators. … Continue reading
The house sits at the mouth of Chauncey Creek in Kittery Point on the site of a seasonal camp that the family has owned since 1968. It’s a stunning location, right on the water, and there are always bald eagles, … Continue reading
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