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November 2023

Greetings Heather,

Hello and happy November! The air is cooler, the leaves have fallen, holiday festivities are just around the corner. And depending on where you are, you may have even spotted the season’s first snowflakes today! Who else is as excited as we are?

Read on for all the cold weather fun–from dreaming up next year's events to exploring Maine's western foothills, plus a sneak peek inside our Winter issue, out later this month!

Farm to table caterers in Maine

Good food makes for a great event—and you can’t get much better than locally sourced, farm-fresh flavors. Lucky for us, Maine is home to many excellent farm-to-table caterers

committed to sourcing ingredients directly from the farm (often, their own) whenever possible.

Get a head start on your holiday shopping with 25% off everything in our online shops! For a limited time, use discount code HOLIDAYS at checkout to save. From subscriptions to t-shirts, and hats to gift bundles!

Discount code valid on greenhealthymaine.com and greenmainehomes.com.

Off the Beaten Path: Maine's Western Foothills

Between chasing summer thrills along the coast and winter snow in the mountains, it’s all too easy to overlook the breathtaking landscapes and warm communities in the rural heart of Maine. One such gem is the Oxford Hills region, home to crystal-blue lakes, large land preserves, and charming Main Street towns bursting with life.

Peek inside the Winter edition

The Winter edition of Green & Healthy Maine is almost here, and we can't wait for you to read it! Here's a sneak peek inside our next issue, out later this month.

Backcountry lodging —from rustic to full service
Eat, drink and build community at Story Sharing Suppers
10 museums you may have missed (but shouldn't)
Unwind at a sauna this winter
Beyond books at Maine's public libraries
Learn how to track wildlife in the snow

Explore the issue

Looking for something to read this fall?

It's time to get your favorite blanket and snuggle up with a good book. Here are some recommendations from the archives for fall reading to inspire and feed your love of the great outdoors.

Maine writers inspired by the great outdoors

Here’s a selection perfect for a trailside adventure—and one that will make you love Maine a little more with every page.

Sustainable Bookshelf

These beguiling books are unified by a focus on making the world a healthier, happier place, full of love and inspiration.

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Permaculture & food preservation

These books recommended by The Resilience Hub are full of knowledge on topics from fermentation to mushrooms.

Upcoming events

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Events Calendar

Winter Light Design: Inside the Process • Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens

Thursday November 9 • Boothbay

Downeast Cider + Cheese Festival • Heart of Ellsworth

Thursday through Sunday November 9-12 • Ellsworth

Eyes on Owls • Maine Audubon

Saturday November 11 • Falmouth

Cranksgiving • Bicycle Coalition of Maine

Saturday November 11 • Portland

Greendrinks x Fork Food Lab

Tuesday, November 14 • South Portland

Paying for energy efficiency upgrades • Green & Healthy Maine HOMES

Tuesday, November 14 • Virtual

Rewilding On The Eastern Prom • Portland Parks Conservancy

Thursday November 16 • Portland

Maine Harvest Festival • Maine Potatoes

Saturday and Sunday November 18-19 • Bangor

Opportunity Knocks: The Growing Blue Economy in The Gulf of Maine & Beyond • GMRI

Wednesday November 29 • Portland

Copper Beech Tree Lighting • Portland Museum of Art

Friday December 1 • Portland

East Windham Conservation Area Grand Opening • Presumpscot Regional Land Trust

Saturday December 2 • Windham

License to Chill • WinterKids

Thursday December 7 • Portland

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