Essential Spotlight


Lose the Winter Blues at 33 Elmwood


Gain Confi dence Around Your Money


even within families. As a re- sult, we’re often not equipped with the tools we need to make informed decisions about our money. Our money is impor- tant – not in and of itself, but as a tool that enables us to live our lives the way we choose – and feeling like we don’t have control over it can be stressful


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33 Elmwood has gutted the old Flea Market and transformed it into a breathtaking business. You walk in and the craftsmanship captivates you. You’re immediately drawn to a gorgeous glass en- closed cabinet fi lled fl oor to ceiling with fi ne wines and liquors. The décor is tastefully done and sets the tone for a comfortable, homey atmosphere. With a mix of new design and original con- struction, 33 gives those who grew up in the old bowling alley a sense of nostalgia when they walk in.


That coming home feeling is what makes 33 Elmwood so


unique. It’s what they strive for, especially when it comes to the kitchen staff. The chefs are constantly creating new menu items; homemade and fresh, every day. From the local oysters to the brick oven pizzas the food is diverse as well as mouthwatering. But, whatever you do, don’t fi ll up before dessert! These treats are made from scratch and sinfully delicious.


Food is only the tip of the iceberg at 33. There’s also a wide selection of wines, taps fl owing with microbrews and out of this world cocktails. The bar staff is experienced in mixology and constantly creating drinks to complement the food menu.


Did we mention the games? Although the bowling alley


is still in the works, the indoor bocce courts have become a weekend hot spot. Shuffl eboard and indoor cornhole have also soared to popularity among customers as they search for indoor activities to keep themselves busy this winter.


Now open for Sunday brunch, 33 Elmwood is constantly fi nding new ideas to weave into its daily offerings. Live, local music is being booked. Private parties and events are fi lling up. Tastings are being scheduled. The options are endless and closer than you think! 33 Elmwood is located just outside Portland off route 302. It’s convenient and accessible for commuters and locals alike. It’s time to reclaim your leisure!


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t’s here. The cold. The snow. The constant question, “What are we going to do today?” Thankfully there’s a new busi- ness making it easy to avoid hibernation and the winter


and affect other areas of our lives. Financial coaching can provide you with the resources


you need to build your fi nancial confi dence and change your relationship with money. If you’re facing a life transition – get- ting married, retiring, having children, going back to school, thinking about divorce – or you’re just feeling adrift fi nancially and could use some direction, fi nancial coaching can provide the guidance that you need.


Whether you want to be able to sleep at night free from


your money stresses, or you’re just trying to come up with a plan to allocate your money among several competing fi nancial priorities, fi nancial coaching provides a completely confi dential and safe place to get your questions answered and become empowered to take control of your fi nances.


Allison V. Bishop, CPA is a fi nancial coach in Portland, Maine, with 19 years experience as a CPA. She seeks to help her clients make conscious decisions around money in order to reach their fi nan- cial goals. Her phone number is 207-805-8400 and her website is allisonbishop.com. Contact her for a free 10-minute initial phone call. See her ad on page 21.


eople don’t like to talk about money. It’s not a socially acceptable topic,


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