Saturday, July 4, 2009
Friday, July 3, 2009
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Know Your Blog - Walk Around Portland
My other blog, Walk Around Portland, was featured in this week's 'Know Your Blog' on the Press Herald's website by Justin Ellis.
In the introduction to the Know Your Blog series, Justin wrote:
"If there's one thing we love more than bacon on the NXT Desk, it's local blogs. But for the longest time we've struggled on how to incorporate them better around here. Many of you probably notice that when I'm away from the desk or otherwise incapacitated I try to get local bloggers to keep the shop running.
But I think we need something on a more regular basis, and until we get together an NXT blogroll (the page may not be able to handle any more heft), I'm introducing "Know Your Blog," a new feature where we'll spotlight local bloggers on a regular basis. If you've got or know of a great local blog, e-mail me or find me on Twitter with your ideas."
It is an honor to be among the first blogs profiled for this feature. The first two were HillyTown and The Sunday Best. Send Justin your suggestions via the links above.
New Skin

Finard Properties, owner of the Key Bank/Pierce Atwood building at One Monument Square, has started a renovation of the exterior of the building, replacing windows and applying a new skin. The plans include a new entrance on the square.
Exterior work started a couple of weeks ago and, with favorable weather, should be done this year, said Rick Feldman, project manager for One Monument Square.
The first stage of the work, according to Finard Properties, is to remove the interior storm windows and the perimeter induction units that are no longer used for heating the building. Next is removal and replacement of the exterior windows with high-efficiency windows, work that's under way and visible now.
"The second stage of the project is to install a new exterior skin over the entire brick facade of the building made up of Copper Metallic Alucabond panels," the company reported. "These panels will seal the exterior facade, preventing any water from entering the building. This design will cover all the existing brick and present the building with a much improved state-of-the-art design."
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Maine Historical Society


It has a very neat section in the research library which is 3 levels tall. This is taken from the middle level, which overlooks the main research hall.

Tuesday, June 30, 2009
As Fast As
A humorous poster for local band As Fast As, which is regrouping for a new album and a show in July. Click image to view bigger size.
Monday, June 29, 2009
Guitar
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Saturday, June 27, 2009
An Unfitting Tribute

Thursday, June 25, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Congress Street Eats

Monday, June 22, 2009
Looking In
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Friday, June 19, 2009
Dangerous


Thursday, June 18, 2009
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Churchy
Immanuel Baptist Church on High Street. The structure reminds me a bit of the Cathedral of Learning in Pittsburgh.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Restaurant Grace
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Library Renovations
Work continues on the library renovation, see here for an earlier post highlighting the (excellent) updates to the front of the building. The picture above makes it look like they are building a moat around the building!Saturday, June 13, 2009
The Redfern House
The Redfern House is a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home of roughly 1760 square feet. It will feature thoughtful spaces and attractive finishes, making it extremely comfortable and livable. And it has been designed and built to be healthy, extremely efficient, highly durable, and ecologically responsible.
Friday, June 12, 2009
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Like a painting
The 'S' on this sign has been burnt out for a while. I think it adds charm to the hotel. Brush effect from here.















