MEREDA’s Morning Menu – Restaurant Apocalypse - 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!
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
Location
Hannaford Hall
88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
Register Here
Tickets are not available for sale any more for this event!
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)
Coming Up Next Month
September
Event Details
September 16, 2026 – 8:00am – 12:00pm
Event Details
September 16, 2026 – 8:00am – 12:00pm
About the Event:
Doors Open – 8:00 AM ( Includes Hot Breakfast Items – Lunch is not provided.)
Registration & Networking – 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Program: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:
Hannaford Hall, Abromson Community Education Center, 88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME
MEREDA will welcome Democratic Nominee Hannah Pingree, Independent Nominee Rick Bennett, and Republican Nominee Bobby Charles to its Fall Conference on Wednesday, September 16th.
The future of our communities has never been more important. This gubernatorial race brings housing, economic development, and affordability to the forefront. Commercial and residential real estate are at the center of these conversations—from expanding housing opportunities and supporting local businesses to revitalizing downtowns and strengthening our economy. This conference gives each candidate the opportunity to present their vision and solution for these important issues.
This event will be informative for MEREDA members and all Maine voters. It will also help set the stage for the next four to eight years of housing and economic policy from the Blaine House.
Ken Entenmann, CFA, Chief Investment Officer & Chief economist at NBT Bank/NBT Wealth Management will provide an economic update.
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS:
This course has been approved by the Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar CLE for 2 Hours of Legal Credits.
This course has been approved by the American Planning Association Northern New England Chapter for 2 Hours of AICP CM Credits.
Application has been made to the Maine Real Estate Commission for 2 Hours of In-Person Continuing Education Credits for Real Estate Licensees and Appraisers. Decisions are Pending.
Application has been submitted to AIA Maine for Architects Credits. Decision is Pending.
Sponsoring a MEREDA event provides great exposure and is a great opportunity to showcase your company For sponsorship inquiries and detailed pricing information, please contact: MEREDA’s Executive Director, Shelly R. Clark or click here for a PDF brochure.
** PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE **
Time
Location
Hannaford Hall
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. We strongly encourage you to pre-pay for your parking session before the day of the event. If you wait until arrival, you must begin your digital parking session – and pay – within 10 minutes of parking. Commit your license number to memory! You’ll need it to complete your parking session.
Parking Instructions (PDF)
Maine Real Estate Development Association
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Portland, ME 04101
info@mereda.org