MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Restaurant Apocalypse - NEW LOCATION
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December 18, 2024 – 8:30 – 10:00 am Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am Program: 9:00-10:00 am In-Person – Pre-registration is required. NEW LOCATION!
Event Details
December 18, 2024 – 8:30 – 10:00 am
Buffet Breakfast: 8:30-9:00 am
Program: 9:00-10:00 am
In-Person – Pre-registration is required.
NEW LOCATION!
Due to mechanical problems at the McGoldrick Career & Student Success Center, this event has been relocated across the street to the Abromson Community Education Center’s Hannaford Hall, located at 88 Bedford Street. You will enter the Abromson Center through the attached Bedford Street parking garage and proceed to the lobby.
Hannaford Hall, Abromson Community Education Center
88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
About the Event:
Join us for a thought-provoking discussion focusing on the recent closure of 12 restaurants in Southern Maine over the past 12 weeks. This moderated session will feature restaurateurs sharing their insights and experiences regarding the challenges faced in our vibrant dining community.
Come be a part of this important conversation as we explore the factors behind these closures and discuss the future of the restaurant scene in Southern Maine.
Our presenters include Josh Miranda, owner and founder of the Miranda Group, Jay Villani, chef/owner of Local 188 & Salvage BBQ and co-owner of Black Cow Burgers & Fries, and Richard Pfeffer, co-owner of Gritty’s McDuff’s Brew Pub . The discussion will be moderated by Josh Soley, President of CORE.
Refund Policy: Your RSVP is requested by December 11. Payment is expected at the time of registration. No refunds will be granted to anyone who registers, but fails to attend, or who cancels after December 11.
Prices increase by $10 after December 11.
Time
December 18, 2024 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Location
Hannaford Hall - Abromson Community Education Center
88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
Parking
Everyone that parks on the USM Campus in the Bedford Street Garage has to use the digital parking system. You can pre-register for your parking session or do it upon arrival. To avoid a parking citation, you must begin your digital parking session – and pay – within 10 minutes of parking. You can also pre-schedule your session. By purchasing these tickets, you confirm that you have read and understand the Event Parking information provided by the University of Southern Maine above.
Parking Instructions (PDF)
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Each year, MEREDA identifies and recognizes the most noteworthy and significant Maine commercial development projects from the previous year. These Notable Projects embody MEREDA’s mission of responsible development.
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Each year, MEREDA identifies and recognizes the most noteworthy and significant Maine commercial development projects from the previous year. These Notable Projects embody MEREDA’s mission of responsible development.
We’re excited to honor the 2024 Notable Projects on May 14th as we also celebrate our 40th anniversary. This “social celebration” will be in place of our Spring Social. Please join us – it will be a “Notable Night with MEREDA!
We are also partnering with Mainebiz who will be producing a special publication called “Groundbreaking Maine” to be released in June. This will put a spotlight on the innovators, general contractors, engineers, architects, and the developments that showcase responsible development in action!
Refund Policy: Your RSVP is requested by May 7. Payment is expected at the time of registration. No refunds will be granted to anyone who registers, but fails to attend, or who cancels after May 7. Prices increase by $10 after May 7.
Interested in supporting this event? As you know, MEREDA’s networking events are great business development tools, and can provide great exposure for your company. We invite you to participate in this special event as a sponsor – you can maximize your exposure to industry leaders!
Consider Joining TD Bank, Bangor Savings Bank, City of Augusta, Daigle Commercial Group, Westbrook Development Corporation and Evernorth with a Sponsorship! Your Logo could be Here!
Please reach out to the MEREDA Office to learn more or Download the Sponsorship Details Here!
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Time
May 14, 2025 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Hannaford Hall - Abromson Community Education Center
88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
Parking
Everyone that parks on the USM Campus in the Bedford Street Garage has to use the digital parking system. You can pre-register for your parking session or do it upon arrival. Commit your license number to memory! You’ll need it to complete your parking session. To avoid a parking citation, you must begin your digital parking session – and pay – within 10 minutes of parking.
Parking Instructions (PDF)
Maine Real Estate Development Association
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Portland, ME 04101
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