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Greetings! 
March sure did come in like a lion. While we are fans of the snow, we look forward to March making its way out like a lamb and those little crocuses starting to pop their pretty heads up to say hello. If the preponderance of events on the calendar for March and April is any indication, we're in for a fun and festive spring.
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This Month's FREE E-coupons
Click on the links below to print this month's exclusive offers.Featuring a great collection of all-natural and eco-friendly
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Walk, Run & Bike for Charity!
Charity races and events in Maine this spring, summer and fall
 The days are getting longer, an occasional bird chirp can be heard, and we are all itching to break our winter hibernation mode. Spring is definitely in sight! For a lot of us that means a long-awaited return to outdoor exercise and activities. And what better way to get into your springtime stride than participating in one of the many great charity events that take place annually in Maine? Read more.
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This Month's Expert Conversation
With Lisa Prince of Advance Weight Loss & Fitness  If your New Year's resolutions for healthy habits are losing steam, check out this month's expert conversation with Lisa Prince of Advance Weight Loss & Fitness. And be sure to look for her coupon in this year's SunriseGuide. Read interview. |
 Spring Fundraisers
Looking for a new spring fundraiser for your school group, faith group or sports team that supports local businesses, is simple and profitable? The SunriseGuide can help your group raise hundreds, even thousands of dollars by selling the SunriseGuide to your friends and supports. There are no upfront costs and we can get you started in as little as one week. Learn more. |
Online Green Business Directory
 Ever wished there was a website that could help you find green products and services in Maine? Our new searchable online business directory does just that. Whether you are looking for restaurants in your area that feature local produce or natural meats, yoga studios, home energy efficiency professionals or cleaning companies that use green products, you'll find them here. Browse by category or search by keyword or region. Know a business that should be listed that's not yet? Drop us a note. And read about it Mainebiz. |
 What's Inside?
A look at the 2012 SunriseGuide
If you don't yet have your copy of the 2012 SunriseGuide, you can get a sneak peak of what's inside here. More than 300 offers make it our best one yet! Pick up your copy at a retailer near you or buy it online. It pays for itself in one or two coupons and it will introduce you to the best healthy, local and green businesses in Maine! |
SunriseGuide Partner News
Turtle Love Co - Is holding a jewelry design contest for engagement rings and the prizes include some big cash. Entries are due no later than April 16, 2012. Learn more.
The new Rosemont Produce Company is now open at 5 Commercial Street in Portland. Offering the best seasonal produce from here and away.
Clara Burke Kitchen is no longer offering home delivered meals. Cater Me Green has graciously offered to honor any outstanding coupons for 20% off home delivered meals from Clara Burke Kitchen.
 The Craignair Inn is hosting a Sunday Brunch this weekend, 11 am March 11th, to benefit the Knox County Humane Society. $15. Learn more.
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Sustainable Living Event Highlights
The following list is an abbreviated list of all of the events listed on our website. For a complete list, click here. Portland Flower ShowMar 7-11, 10:00 am to 9:00 pm, Portland Company Complex, PortlandBrunswick Barter MarketMar 10, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, Shift Store, BrunswickBangor GreendrinksMar 13, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Zen, BangorBrews and BenchmarkingMar 13, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Peloton Labs, PortlandPortland GreendrinksMar 13, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, CIEE, PortlandJuice Box 2012Mar 13, 5:30 pm to 12:00 am, Samoset Resort, RockportJuicing for HealthMar 13, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Old Orchard Beach High School, Old Orchard BeachME2Tech Forum: E2Tech Goes to Augusta to Discuss Current Energy and Environmental IssuesMar 15, 7:15 am to 12:00 pm, Governor Hill Mansion, AugustaFoodCycle at Frontier CinemaMar 15, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Frontier Cinema, BrunswickDeep Energy RetrofitsMar 15, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Shift Store, Brunswick
Green Design, Good Design: Historic Preservation and Smart Energy SolutionsMar 16, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, Bath Savings Institution, BathGet Your Vegetable Garden Ready For SpingMar 19, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Old Orchard Beach High School, Old Orchard BeachMaine Maple SundayMar 25, 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, locations statewideRural Living DayMar 31, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Waldo County Extension, WaldoGrow Your Own Organic GardenApr 4, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Scarborough High School, ScarboroughFor a complete list of events, please visit the Local Events section on our website.
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Save the Date
UMAINE: Maine's Clean Tech InnovatorApr 10, 7:15 am to 10:30 am, University of Southern Maine Wishcamper Center, Portland19th Annual Maine Garden DayApr 14, 7:30 am to 3:00 pm, Lewiston High School, LewistonEarth DayApr 22, all day, events statewideGreat Orono Bike SwapApr 22, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, University of Maine, Orono
Great Portland Bike SwapApr 22, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, University of Southern Maine, PortlandHave a sustainability event we can help you promote? Please e-mail us the details.
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About Us
Part handbook, part coupon book, the SunriseGuide is a resource for learning about, supporting, and living in a healthy and sustainable way in southern and coastal Maine.
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