101 Things I Love about Portland Maine

37.Friday night art walks are always a treat especially if the weather cooperates and a lot of people are walking about town to the various galleries and museums that stay open for the event. There are several venues that host a lot of small artist studios or showrooms like the State Theater building. You can start on the top floor, stopping to check out all the displays and grabbing a glass of wine, cheese and crackers on your way. You will find painting and sculpture as well as jewelry. The Portland Museum of Art is open to the public for free. You can eat out at one of Portland's fine restaurants at the end of the evening @ 8PM. Cut and paste this site for more info: http://www.firstfridayartwalk.com/
38. I have been having my hair cut at O2 Salon on Congress Street for quite a few years. It has expanded to include spa services. I always enjoy a chat with Jennifer Leigh, the owner. She is very attentive to getting the cut right for you.
Give her a try and say Nancy sent you!

Showcase The Interior of Your Home

Attic


Check underside of roof for leaks, stains or dampness
Look around chimney for condensation or signs of water
Clean and clear ventilation openings if necessary
Clean out stored junk
Walls and Ceilings


Check condition of paint and wallpaper
Repair cracks, holes or damage to plaster or wallboard
Windows and Doors


Check for smooth operation
Replace broken or cracked panes
Repair glazing
Check condition of weather stripping and caulking
Examine paint
Test doorbell or chimes
Test security system
Wash windows and woodwork, if necessary
Floors


Inspect for creaking boards, loose or missing tiles, worn areas
Check baseboards and moldings
Test the staircases for loose handrails, posts or treads
Bathrooms


Check tile joints, grouting and caulking
Remove mildew
Repair leaking faucets and shower heads
Check the condition of painted or papered walls
Test operation of toilet
Kitchen


Wash all appliances
Clean ventilator or exhaust fan
Remove accumulation of grease or dust from tiles, walls and floors
Basement


Remove clutter
Check for signs of dampness, cracked walls or damaged floors
Inspect structural beams
Check pipes for leaks
Electrical System


Check exposed wiring and outlets for signs of wear or damage
Repair broken switches and outlets
Label each circuit or fuse
Plumbing System


Check water pressure when taps in bathroom(s) and kitchen are turned on
Look for leaks at faucets and sink traps
Clear slow-running or clogged drains
Bleed air off radiators if needed, and check for leaking valves
Heating and Cooling Systems


Change or clean furnace and air-conditioning filters
Have equipment serviced, if needed
Clear and clean area around heating and cooling equipment

101 things I Love about Portland Maine

36.I enjoyed a great pizza today at The Portland Pie Company on York Street.
I got a small whole wheat crust with sweet sausage and black olives. They were playing great tunes from the sixties so I ate my pizza with Jimi Hendricks, Van Morrison, Bob Dylan....
They also have a membership that allows members to purchase any bottle of wine for 1/2 price and other benefits. Ask about it when you go.