The Maine Island Trail Association & the Northern Forest Canoe Trail are bringing the Reel Paddling Film Festival to Portland on March 29th, 2013. This event will be held at Hannaford Hall on the USM campus at 7:00 pm, and will include the exclusive premier of a new short film celebrating the Maine Island Trail on the occasion of its 25th anniversary.

A silent auction to benefit the Maine Island Trail Association, showcasing high quality gear and original Maine art, will begin at 6:00 pm. A unique collection of auction items will be on hand, including a stand-up paddleboard, gift certificates to local restaurants, a variety of weekend getaways, sailing, kayaking, and whitewater rafting packages, selections from talented local artists, and much more.

South Portland -- South Portland's popular Summer Concert Series gets underway Wednesday with The Mallett Brothers Band. Bring your own chairs or blankets to sit on. Many people bring a picnic supper to enjoy along with the music. The rain date is Thursday July 19. Call the city recreation department  at 767-7650 for more information.

Here is the full concert series schedule:

July 18 Mallett Brothers Band

July 25 Don Campbell

August 1 Tricky Britches

August 8 Motor Booty Affair

August 15 Time Pilots