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The new york times named maine one of the best places to eat in the northeast and the huffington post dubbed portland one of the greatest destination food towns in america. Our coastal towns are open for the season, offering tours most, if not every day. Longfellow books portland 2020 all you need to know. This newtoourtown bookstore has started hosting readings and other events in portland they also have events at their other five locations in maine. An eclectic used bookshop that encourages curiosity. The bookstore shines a spotlight on local and regional authors and books about maine s coast. Browse our entire selection of over 160 down east books here. During the coming weeks, please keep the below in mind.
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Welcome to downtown portland a historic seacoast town with a funky vibe, working waterfront, loads of galleries, hundreds of oneofakind shops, and awardwinning restaurants serving everything from classic lobster rolls to exotic nouvelle cuisine. Authors offer their suggestions for books to soothe the mind in tumultuous times. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in portland, maine on tripadvisor. Book a massage with in balance therapeutic massage south.
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