Roguepalooza, Love For Lobster And Flappers Wanted

PORTLAND - The 5th Annual Roguepalooza is this Friday and Saturday at Novare Res in the Old Port. More than 30 beers from Oregon's Rogue Ales will be on tap. The bier cafe is open from 3 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday and from noon to 1 a.m. on Saturday. [PFM]

STATEWIDE - As a result of the lobster glut and record low prices, next month, the Maine Lobster Promotion Council is launching "Maine Lobster Lover," a marketing campaign that will include promotions with retailers, restaurants and members of the hospitality industry in Maine and New England. [Mainebiz]

KENNEBUNK - On the Marsh Bistro revisits the 1920s at "The Great Gatsby" party on Sept. 15 - a benefit for the food pantries of York County. The evening includes era-appropriate cocktails, a sit-down dinner and dancing, served under a tent in the meadow adjacent to the restaurant. The cost is $110 per person and guests are encouraged to come in costume. [PPH]