Contact:?Gillian Britt, gBritt PR?
207-775-2126

BANGOR, Maine – Shopping during this time of year can often cause people to roar their terrible roars, gnash their terrible teeth, roll their terrible eyes, and show their terrible claws. However, the Bangor Bull Moose has come up with a solution to make shoppers feel a little less . . . wild. Bull Moose is offering its customers an opportunity to give the gift of reading to a child in need.
Now through November 28, Bull Moose Bangor has a special display with titles, including “Where the Wild Things Are,” selected by the Literacy Volunteers of Bangor. Customers may purchase a book from the display for a child in need and leave it at the store to be donated. Each customer who donates one of the books will receive a Christmas card which they can give to someone saying they donated a book in their name. This program was previously run by Borders before it went out of business.
“We are proud to fill the hole left by Borders and provide a way for at-risk children to discover the fascinating and beautiful worlds found in books,” notes Chad Verrill from Bull Moose. “We hope this year’s book drive will be even more successful than years past because of our substantially lower prices and our caring customers.”
At the end of the book drive, the Literacy Volunteers of Bangor will distribute all of the donated books to local organizations serving children in need or at risk.
“Reading to a child is the single, best predictor of a child’s academic potential,” states Mary Lyon, executive director of the Literacy Volunteers of Bangor. “We are so thrilled Bull Moose is helping us provide children in need with books to nurture their love of reading and to fill their worlds with wonder.”
The Literacy Volunteers of Bangor selected 21 titles to be part of the book drive including popular favorites such as: “Charlotte’s Web” by E.B. White, “The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe” by C.S. Lewis, “If Your Give a Mouse a Cookie” by Laura Joffe Nueroff, and “The Princess Diaries” by Meg Cabot. All of the books in the display, along with the majority of books sold at Bull Moose, are available at 35% off the list price. The 21 titles range in price from $2.59 – $11.04.
The Bangor Bull Moose is located at 683 Hogan Road in the Maine Square Mall. It is open from 9 a.m. – midnight on Mondays and from 9 a.m. – 11 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.
About Bull Moose:?Bull Moose was started in 1989 in Brunswick, Maine by Bowdoin College junior Brett Wickard. What began as a makeshift store carrying only a few discs is now the largest retailer of new and pre-owned music, movies and video games in Maine and Seacoast New Hampshire with ten stores and more than 100 employees. Bull Moose’s pricing and selection is unsurpassed, and customers are encouraged to sell back their music, movies and games at any store location. The Bangor and Scarborough Bull Moose locations recently expanded to include books.  Nearly all books are 35% off list price. The stores also carry audio/video accessories and fun inexpensive gifts.  All ten stores are open past midnight every Monday and patrons can shop at Bull Moose 24 hours a day at www.bullmoose.com.
About Literacy Volunteers of Bangor:?Literacy Volunteers of Bangor helps adults with literacy challenges reach their goals through the help of trained tutors.  Last year, 277 LV-Bangor volunteers provided more than 16,000 hours of service to 238 adults with literacy barriers. To learn more about how to become a tutor, get its volunteer training schedule, and /or refer a student, contact LV-Bangor at 947-8451 or visit www.lvbangor.org.
 

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Get your costumes and glow sticks ready! Costumes and glow sticks are not required, but you know you wanna…Doors open at 7:45 PM. Eli Escobar and Jessica 6 will open the show. Holy Ghost! goes on at 11 PM. $20 advance / $25 at the door.

SHOW INFO:
586 Main Street – The Shriners Building
Bangor, ME
Sunday, October 30 at 7:30pm – October 31 at 1:00am
Show is ALL AGES
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Contact: Jodi Renshaw
Phone: (207) 299-2869

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 25, 2011

2011 Pet Portrait contest to benefit the Bangor Humane Society.

Bangor, ME, April 25, 2011: Studio 36, a photography studio in downtown Bangor, is pleased to announce their second annual Pet Portrait Contest to benefit the Bangor Humane Society. All pets are welcome to participate – from cats and dogs to iguanas and guinea pigs.

To enter the contest, pet owners should make an appointment to have their pet photographed by Studio 36. In lieu of a session fee, participants will be asked to give a donation to the Bangor Humane Society of any amount greater than $5. The pet owner may then choose which picture from their pet portrait session that they would like to enter in to the contest. All portrait sessions must take place before Monday, May 27th. Please call 299-2869 to make an appointment.

The winners will be chosen by public voting via an Internet link as well as a public viewing at the studio. All pet photos will be on display throughout Studio 36 – at 170 Park Street – for public viewing beginning Wednesday, June 22nd through Sunday, June 26th from 12pm – 5pm. Winner will be announced on Sunday, Sunday, June 26th on www.studio36bangor.com. Each vote will cost the voter a .50 cent donation to the Bangor Humane Society. The pet photo with the most votes wins.

First prize is a portrait package from Studio 36 (to be used for people or pets) valued at $150, as well as a front window display dedicated to your pet for the month of July.

Second prize is a $75 Gift Card to Pet Quarters, 744 Stillwater Avenue in Bangor, ME.

Third prize is an original watercolor portrait of your pet by Tricia Kenny of Bangor, ME.

Last year’s contest was a huge success for the Bangor Humane Society. Over $2,000 was raised for the shelter. Studio 36 is hoping to exceed that amount this year.

Pet owners are able to purchase copies of their session photos from Studio 36, with a portion of the sales also going to the Bangor Humane Society. Thanks to all who choose to participate.

http://www.studio36bangor.com/ / 207-299-2869

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Kimbo the Dog
Shaggy the Cat

Northeast Bank has been growing their mortgage division over the past year, creating new jobs to meet the demand for mortgages and serve buyers and sellers in the market.

In his new role with Northeast, Montemurro will be responsible for growing Northeast’s mortgage business in Bangor, mentoring current sales staff, and assisting clients with their mortgage needs.

“Chris has over 26 years in the lending business, with his success driven by a ‘putting the customer’s needs ahead of your own’ attitude and work ethic, which makes him a perfect match for the team at Northeast,” says Skip Trafton, Director of Mortgage Sales at Northeast Bank.

Montemurro will be joining Cathy Veil, Shannon Odom, and Emmi Siele at the Northeast Bank Bangor office located at 277 State St, Suite 3B. He resides in Bangor.

About Northeast Bank

Northeast Bank is headquartered in Lewiston, Maine and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Northeast Bancorp (NASDAQ: NBN). The Company has approximately $644 million in assets as of December 31, 2010 and operates 23 retail outlets, including 10 bank branches, 10 insurance offices and 3 financial centers serving the financial needs of western, central, mid-coastal and southern Maine, as well as seacoast New Hampshire. Information regarding Northeast Bank can be found on its website at www.northeastbank.com or by contacting 1-800-284-5989. Find NEB on Facebook * Join the NEB group on LinkedIn * Join NEB on Twitter: @northeast_bank * Check out the NEB YouTube Channel

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Contact: Chris Delamater, Director of Marketing

207-786-3245 ext. 3548

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What: Comprehensive Solar Energy Workshop
Where: WBRC Architects and Engineers. 44 Central St, Bangor
When: Thursday, March 24, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Cost: Free

The focus of the workshop will be an in-depth discussion on the best uses of solar hot water systems and grid-tied solar electric (photovoltaic) systems benefitting home owners. Other topics will include current solar pricing and incentives, practical solar applications and options, and current solar technology in Maine.

The presentation will be led by John Luft, general manager of ReVision Energy’s Liberty branch. ReVision Energy’s recent installations in the Bangor area include Bangor High School, the Weatherbee School in Hampden, and Supercuts in Brewer.

Guests are encouraged to come prepared with questions and to sign up for a free site evaluation; refreshments to be served.

About ReVision Energy

ReVision Energy, with locations in Liberty and Portland as well as Exeter, NH, has installed more than 2,500 residential and commercial solar energy systems across Maine and New Hampshire. Systems are designed by engineers from MIT, Dartmouth and Brown, who together have more than 40 years of combined renewable energy experience. Our in-house team of installers is state solar certified and four of our project supervisors carry NABCEP certification, which is the gold standard in the solar industry. Look for future event updates at www.revisionenergy.com or call the Liberty shop at (207) 589-4171 for more information.

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FOR RELEASE MONDAY FEBRUARY 21st 2011

Bangor, Maine. February 17th 2011 – Festival organizers are proud to announce the return of The KahBang Festival: music | art | film for its third-annual event in 2011. The festival will run August 5th – 13th in Bangor Maine, from its home base on the Bangor Waterfront, and integrated into venues across the city. The 2011 festival will continue to expand and showcase the absolute best independent, rising talent in music, art, and film – designed with the goal of providing the most unique festival experience in the Northeast.

From its roots in 2009, The KahBang Festival has grown from a one day concert event into a nine-day arts and entertainment event featuring premier music acts, art exhibits, and a full-fledged film festival showcasing new, innovative filmmakers. Expanding from 2000 attendees in 2009, KahBang 2010 saw a combined attendance of 10000, and festival organizers are planning for continued the growth and increased infrastructure and scope in 2011.

Run completely by volunteers, KahBang is a festival executed solely for the benefit of the community, the economy, and the arts in Bangor. Organizers want KahBang to become a significant cultural and economic driver to the region.

Notable performers from past KahBang festivals include multiple award-winning hip-hop artist B.o.B, viral video sensations OK Go, Biz Markie, Matt & Kim, Ra Ra Riot, Ida Maria, Free Energy, Bad Rabbits, along with dozens of other national, international, and local artists, playing sets on the Bangor Waterfront, and in venues across the city.

New additions to KahBang 2011 include the establishment of KahBang Arts, the newly-formed non-profit arm of festival operations. KahBang Arts will work hand-in-hand with the festival in order to bring alternative funding to projects – particularly film and art – and will be an integral part of the 2011 festival, and all future festivals. KahBang is also announcing a commitment to maintain a green, eco-friendly approach to festival production in 2011, introducing “green tickets” in which a portion of ticket sales will be used for green initiatives, such as environmental conservation. In time, the festival will use these and similar initiatives to become the most environmentally friendly festival in the Northeast.

Furthermore, KahBang is proud to announce the first KahBang Connect Conference – a social media industry conference, showcasing experts from across the spectrum of social media and connectivity. KahBang organizers believe that this event will further establish the festival’s commitment to the cutting edge – whether it be music, art, film, or technology. With a various social media vying for the public’s attention every day, KahBang will showcase the up-and-comers in the field, and how social media is fundamentally impacting how people interact interpersonally, with their community, and in the business world.

The 2011 KahBang Film Festival – which runs parallel to the music and arts portion of KahBang – will focus predominantly on comedy and cult favorite films, as well as new, independent films from upcoming filmmakers. Notable past films shown at The KahBang Film Festival include Blood Into Wine, the AFI Silverdocs winning Wo Ai Ni Mommy, and Sundance favorites New Low and One Too Many Mornings.

Festival organizers anticipate initial lineup announcements in early spring, as well as the release of a number of other initiatives still awaiting confirmation, the addition of special guests, and further events in development.

Musicians looking to submit for the concert portions of the festival should visit www.sonicbids.com/kahbang. Filmmakers looking to submit their films should visit KahBang @ www.withoutabox.com.

For more information regarding The KahBang Festival: music | art | film, please contact Communications Director Chris Michaud by phone at 207.461.4435, or by email at chris@kahbang.com.

During the course, the following topics will be discussed in detail: Business Plan, Business Concept, Credit, Legal Structures of Business, Marketing, Record Keeping, Financials & Cash Flow, Financing Resources, and more

Our classes are frequently augmented with guest speakers from the local business community which allows participates to network with local bankers, accountants, insurance agents, web & media designers, and an array of other experts.

These free classes start on Monday, October 18th in Bangor, on Tuesday, October 19th in Dover-Foxcroft and Wednesday, October 20th in Rockland.

This course is free but you are asked to pre-register online at www.mainestreamfinance.org, then click on “Workshops and Trainings” and complete the form.

Other services, we offered are One on One Business Technical, Business Plan Development, Business Ideas and Brainstorming, Micro-lending, and general business assistance, these services are free to any micro business (1-5 employees). We work with start ups as well as existing businesses.

These training are supported by grants from the Small Business Administration and United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development.

For more information; sign up for a training or to schedule an appointment

Contact James Macomber by email: jmacomber@penquis.org, by phone: 564-7116 ext. 2476 or 1-800-215-4942 ext. 2476; Twitter: iwwjim;

www.MaineStreamFinance.org or www.Penquis.org; or Facebook Fan Page: Incubator Without Walls of Eastern Maine

Advance registration required.  No cost for Planning for Good clients / $ 175.00 for all others