The SunriseGuide

06/01/2023

The largest fish migration from Casco Bay has begun with thousands of Alewife fish swimming through Presumpscot Regional Land Trust's Mill Brook Preserve now! This fascinating migration can be watched from any trailhead along Mill Brook Preserve Trails.

Please be sure to stay behind ropes when viewing to ensure safety for the migrating fish.

01/11/2023

After 17 years of supporting hundreds of environmental organizations and nonprofits, we are over the moon to have joined 1% for the Planet!

1% for the Planet accelerates smart environmental giving. Learn more at greenhealthymaine.com/blog/1-percent-for-the-planet-member

12/07/2022

Drop off your unneeded coats this weekend at Dobrá Tea (Portland, ME)!

11/08/2022

What great news: you can now find Baristas + Bites’ gluten free & vegan treats at Rosemont Market and Bakery . We’ll be sure to be making a snack stop soon!

09/21/2022

Beyond Zero is a fascinating and inspirational documentary about CEO Ray Anderson's quest to completely reduce the negative environmental impacts of the largest carpet tile company in the world. It's a must watch for business leaders, educators and anyone interested in creating change at the corporate level.

Want to watch? Join Maine Conscious Business Collective and for a screening this Friday at USM's Hannaford Hall. There will also be time for Q&A, networking and a fireside chat with the director! Details at consciouslearning.mykajabi.com/registration-page

09/21/2022

Beyond Zero is a fascinating and inspirational documentary about CEO Ray Anderson's quest to completely reduce the negative environmental impacts of the largest carpet tile company in the world. It's a must watch for business leaders, educators and anyone interested in creating change at the corporate level.

Want to watch? Join Maine Conscious Business Collective and ClimateWork Maine for a screening this Friday at USM's Hannaford Hall. There will also be time for Q&A, networking and a fireside chat with the director! Details at consciouslearning.mykajabi.com/registration-page

07/22/2022

This Sunday is ! It’s not every day you get to see where food is grown, how yarn is made, or get to meet the caretakers of Maine farm animals and wildlife.

Check out participating farms across the state and plan your route: www.realmaine.com/activities/maine-open-farm-day-2022-listings

06/16/2022

In need of a rain barrel? Portland Water District still has several available!

Rain barrels are still available for purchase! Reserve your rain barrel for $65 + tax on our website. Our discounted, recycled rain barrels are a great way to capture roof runoff and use it to water your gardens! To place an order, please visit: https://www.pwd.org/rain-barrels

06/10/2022

Haven’t had a chance to plant the garden yet? Have no fear, there are plenty of seeds you can plant now for harvest well into the fall. ⁠
⁠
Check out this great piece by Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) to learn more: https://www.mofga.org/resources/crops/crops-for-fall-harvests/

Crops you can plant in early to late summer for fall harvests, including carrots, beets, lettuce, greens, and beans.

06/09/2022

Have you spotted this endangered bee? Sightings can be reported through inaturalist.org or bumblebeewatch.org.

Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife is looking for the federally Endangered Rusty Patched Bumble Bee and we need more eyes!

05/25/2022

The largest fish migration from Casco Bay has begun with thousands of alewife fish swimming through Mill Brook Preserve now. 🐟

Presumpscot Regional Land Trust is hosting a guided walk on June 4 where you can see up-close this incredible migration! Register at prlt.org/events

02/15/2022

Need a little extra green in your house these days? Our friends at Broadway Gardens Greenhouses 302 are having a sale.

02/04/2022

Love this!

As Coveside Coffee put it: "Have your cup and eat it, too!"

You're looking at Coveside Coffee's Cinna-Graham Mocha! Served in an edible oat-based cup topped with whipped cream and made with your choice of milk. This little half-pint cinnamon mocha is a perfect zero-waste treat and is available for a limited time only!

And they didn't forget the kiddos! Kids version (minus the espresso) is also available.

📸: Coveside Coffee

01/30/2022

Looking for holistic care for your pet? ‘s online VetFinder is an excellent directory to find a veterinarian near you. You can even filter by type of pet!⁠

ahvma.org/find-a-holistic-veterinarian (Link also in our bio)

01/25/2022

Is your New Year’s resolution to reduce your waste? Join Portland Public Library and ecomaine on Wednesday for a fun and informal virtual program to learn what happens to the trash and recycling that leaves your house each week.

Visit portlandlibrary.com/events/where-does-your-trash-end-up/ to register

Is your New Year’s resolution to reduce your waste? Join us for a fun and informational program with ecomaine senior environmental educator Katrina Bussiere-Venhuizen to learn what happens to the trash and recycling that leaves your house or transfer station each week.

01/24/2022

It’s prime time for outdoor ice skating in Maine. We’ve compiled a list of maintained and natural ice rinks across Southern Maine – and one in Portsmouth! Rinks are all free or low cost, and many offer skate rentals.⁠

Link to read: thesunriseguide.com/outdoor-ice-skating/
⁠
Photo: Lee Twombly Pond at Family Ice Center in Falmouth.