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W W W. M A I N E B I Z . B I Z 23 O C T O B E R 2 1 , 2 0 2 4 F O C U S M I D C O A S T / D OW N E A S T authentic and welcoming. When you get off in Eastport, it's different from getting off in Cancun or Cozumel. Not taking anything away from those places, but in Eastport, for that day, this town shows up for you." Earlier this year, Princess Cruises' "Love Boat"-themed Enchanted Princess, carrying approximately 3,900 passengers, tested the waters. John Padgett, Princess Cruises' presi- dent, subsequently posted on LinkedIn: "Eastport is known as the eastern most city in the U.S., but really should be known as the most WELCOMING port city in the WORLD! e enthusi- astic welcome the Eastport community (pop. ~1500) delivered to Princess is beyond description!" e ship's arrival was festive, say Michael Novack and Craig Bruce, who last year opened a furniture and home decor store, the White Birch Exchange, at 28 Water St. Forward Thinking • Innovative • Consistency You Can Count On D'arcy Main-Boyington Economic Development Director ecdev@brewermaine.gov 207-989-7500 W W W. B R E W E R M A I N E . G O V/ B I Z " The City of Brewer has welcomed my small family business with open arms by providing us with resources to facilitate growth within the community." Daniel Finnemore President, Box of Maine We just found another well-qualified, experienced community leader who has agreed to join our board!" Board Explorer is a wonderful tool. I have happily been accepted onto two boards that reached out to me." BOARD EXPLORER Curious about board service? Seeking new board members? Here's how it works: It's FREE! www.NonprofitMaine.org/BoardExplorer Complete basic questionnaire Share: Identify possible connections Browse: Connect: Contact one other directly 30 Danforth St., Ste. 213, Portland, ME 04101 Connects passionate people with purpose-driven organizations C O N T I N U E D O N F O L L OW I N G PA G E » P H O T O / C O U R T E S Y L A U R A S TA N C Z Y K The nice thing about a place like this is you really get to know people. It's very 'Cheers'-like. — Laura Stanczyk Phoenix Fine Wines P H O T O / C O U R T E S Y L A U R A S TA N C Z Y K Laura Stanczyk saw plenty of opportunity for a wine bar, thanks to the city's year-round population and reputation as a cultural hub. In 2020, Laura Stanczyk relocated from Manhattan to renovate a 137-year-old building at 73-75 Water St., now home to her wine bar and brew pub.