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Greetings!
 Local fruits and veggies, the sound of fireworks and street musicians, lunch breaks in the sunshine, and the aroma of backyard cookouts in the air - all signs that summer is officially in full gear! With five awesome offers, details about Maine's hot new yoga event, tips for bike lovers and electric car owners, and much more, we hope this newsletter adds a little something special to your July.
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This Month's FREE E-coupons
Click on the logos below to print this month's exclusive offers.
Buy one membership from Maine Island Trails Association (MITA) and get a FREE gift membership
 $5 off your purchase at The Maine Mall Indoor Farmers' Market
$20 off a 5-class pass card OR a yoga birthday party at Spiral Tree Yoga & Wellness Studio
$15 off any Girl Gone Raw class -OR- 15% off raw food coaching or programs
 FREE Air Source Heat Pump energy assessment with reVision heat
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Maine YogaFest - July 13 & 14
Maine YogaFest is the hottest new event of the summer. Held July 13 & 14 at the East End Community School in Portland, it is a celebration of Maine's yoga community; offering a diverse program that includes Acro, Slackline, Paddleboard, Hooping and more. More than 30 local yoga teachers and 20 studios are participating, and the Vendor Village will feature local businesses, artists and food trucks throughout the weekend. On Saturday from 5:30-7:00pm, MYF will host a FREE "Friends & Family Yoga Party" with live local music, vendors, yoga demonstrations, kids' activities, contests and prizes. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.maineyogafest.com.
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Get On Your Bike!
 We at the SunriseGuide love our bicycles and never miss a chance to promote one of our favorite outdoor activities. Exercise, fresh air, green transportation, and just a general great time - what could be better? Whether your pleasure is mountain or road biking, and whether you're a competitive cyclist or a leisurely rider, there's something here for you. Here are some great resources for bike lovers of all kind. |
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Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Maine
It is becoming more and more common to see electric vehicles on the road, and leading vehicle manufacturers have plans for a total U.S. production of more than 1.2 million electric vehicles by 2015. And since burning gasoline accounts for 50% of carbon emissions in New England and 27% of the energy consumed in the U.S., electric vehicles are a great way to reduce both our carbon footprint and fuel expenses for personal and business travel. So whether you are thinking about getting one, or know someone coming to visit who will need a charge, check out the list we compiled of charging stations in Maine. Learn more.
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Maine's Island Trail marks its 25th anniversary
We catch up with Doug Welch of the Maine Island Trails Association
This is an exciting summer for the Maine Island Trail Association (MITA) as they mark the 25th season of the Maine Island Trail - a water trail that consists of 200 uninhabited islands along the coast of Maine. We caught up with Doug Welch, Executive Director of MITA to learn a little bit more about the trail system as they celebrate their 25th anniversary. Learn more.
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SunriseGuide Partner News
 Urban Farm Fermentory will soon be more than doubling the size of their fermentory in Portland, in order to expand their operations and grow their tasting room. Learn more.
Happy 30th Anniversary to the Island Institute in Rockland! Thank you for three decades of excellent work sustaining Maine's year-round island and coastal communities.
The Schoodic Peninsula Visitor's Center in Winter Harbor just had its Grand Opening, and is now officially open for Acadia travelers.
The owners of Trattoria Athena recently opened a second restaurant in Brunswick - a Greek and Italian wine bar called Enoteca Athena.
Post Carbon Designs and University of Southern Maine just collaborated on an installation of a Food Forest Garden on the Portland campus. Click here to see the photos!
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Sustainable Living Event Highlights
This list is just a sampling of the many events happening around Maine. Please visit the Local Events section on our website for even more events.
Portland Greendrinks
Jul 9, 5:30-7:30pm, Maine Yacht Center, Portland
Stories of Rachel Carson's time in Southport, told by a friend
Jul 10, 6-7pm, Wells Reserve at Laudholm Farm, Wells
Stories by the Garden
Jul 10, 17 & 31, 11am, The Friends School of Portland, Mackworth Island
Medicinal Herb Garden Walks with Deb Soule
Jul 10 & 24 and Aug 7 & 14, 3:30-4:30pm, Avena Botanicals, Rockport
Efficiency Maine's Workshop on Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Funds
Jul 11, 9am-12pm, Augusta
Green Building Tour: Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens
Jul 12, 8am-4pm, Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, Boothbay
Maine Yoga Fest
Jul 13 & 14, All Day, East End Community School, Portland
Introducing the Salt Marsh through Pottery
Jul 16, 10:30am-12pm, Scarborough Marsh, Scarborough
Maine's New Energy Policy Discussion with E2Tech
Jul 17, 7:30-9:30am, Brunswick Landing, Brunswick
30th Annual Loon Count
Jul 20, 7-7:30am, Statewide
Maine Lobster Ride & Roll
Jul 21, 7am, Oceanside High School, Rockland
Open Farm Day
Jul 21, All Day, Various Farms Statewide
Healthy Eating for Kids: Quick Pickles
Jul 22, 11:30am, Children's Museum & Theater of Maine, Portland
2013 Annual Kneading Conference and Artisan Bread Fair
Jul 25-27, Skowhegan
Maine Lobster Festival
Jul 31-Aug 4, Rockland
For a complete list of events, please visit the Local Events section on our website.
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Save the Date
Energy Expo
Aug 3, 9am-3pm, Madison High School, Madison
11th Annual Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors Show
Aug 9, 10am-6pm, Harbor Park, Rockland
Family Barn Dance
Aug 24, 6:30-8:30pm, Wolfe's Neck Farm, Freeport
Midcoast Mini Maker Faire
Sep 7, 11am-3pm, Camden Public Library, Camden
14th Annual Portland Trails Trail to Ale 10K
Sep 22, 9am, Eastern Promenade, Portland
Lewiston-Auburn Mini Maker Faire
Sep 28, 10am-4pm, Bates Mill Atrium, Lewiston
Have a sustainability event we can help you promote?
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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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