INSIDE THE SPRING 2026 ISSUE:
Designing the Heart of the Home
Kitchen and bathroom renovations have long held the top spots on homeowners’ wish lists, and for good reason. These spaces are among the most heavily used rooms in a house, shaping daily routines and influencing how comfortable and functional a home truly feels. Whether it is preparing meals, getting ready for the day, or gathering with family and friends, kitchens and bathrooms serve as essential hubs of everyday life.
Snowbanks to Swimming Pools
After this year’s long and cold winter, many people are already dreaming of their first dip in the swimming pool.
Bryan Shaw of East Auburn Pools and Services notes, “Everyone loves to swim, and once you own a pool, you realize the air temperature doesn’t matter because heaters make the swim more enjoyable.” Gary Letourneau, owner of ABC Pool and Spa Center in Lewiston, concurs with Shaw. “Even people who have a camp still want a pool in their backyard,” says Letourneau.
After the Thaw
After months of snow, ice, and freezing temperatures, Maine homes often emerge from winter with hidden wear and tear. Heavy snow loads, ice dams, and repeated freezes are part of Maine’s thaw cycles, affecting everything from roofs and gutters to foundations and exterior structures. Spring offers the ideal opportunity to identify damage early and make repairs before small problems grow into larger, more expensive ones.
Water Matters
Experts agree that testing water supply is critical – whether it’s a well or a municipal water source – vital to good health and hygiene in the homes of our communities. Close monitoring of the efficacy of wells and septic systems is especially important in our region. Small maintenance steps can prevent costly repairs and even potential health issues down the line.
Everything Everywhere
Life happens. Between busy families, the juggle of work and hobbies, and constant transitions between snow boots and summer sandals, clutter has a way of quietly tak- ing over a home. It piles up on countertops, fills spare rooms, and slowly turns everyday spaces into sources of stress. For many Maine home- owners, what begins as a few extra belongings can grow into a feeling of overwhelm.
Still Pickin’
Chuck Durang is a throwback to a bygone era, when grassroots efforts propelled folk artists into the
forefront of popular music. Adept at the banjo and guitar, Durang pairs musicianship with wit — a rare combination that sets him apart from many performers decades his junior. A virtual encyclopedia of traditional folk, country, and blue- grass, he seasons his performances with humorous tales reminiscent of vaudeville’s golden age.
The Soul in Frame
by Jennifer Grace
Jennifer Grace is an editorial portrait photographer based in Maine, drawn to capturing people with purpose — artists, musicians, writers, and everyday neighbors making a difference.
Her portraits go beyond the surface, telling stories that reflect the heart and humanity of her subjects.
Through her newsletter, The Soul in Frame, Jennifer shares the stories behind her images — celebrating creativity, courage, community, and the quiet hope that threads through every human story.
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