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Some of our team members were asking for an occasional update on projects. HomeAwhile, the all new kind of extended stay hotel. Opening Q1 2026Homeawhilemaine.com.#Homeawhilemaine … See MoreSee Less

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I didn’t know this… how about you. The name Kwanzaa is derived from the phrase “matunda ya kwanza” which means “first fruits” in Swahili. Each family celebrates Kwanzaa in its own way, but celebrations often include songs and dances, African drums, storytelling, poetry reading, and a large traditional meal. On each of the seven nights, the family gathers and a child lights one of the candles on the Kinara (candleholder), then one of the seven principles is discussed. The principles, called the Nguzo Saba (seven principles in Swahili) are values of African culture which contribute to building and reinforcing community among African-Americans. Kwanzaa also has seven basic symbols which represent values and concepts reflective of African culture.Happy Kwanzaa! … See MoreSee Less

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Santa tour ‘24Santa was so appreciative of the volunteers who chose to work on Christmas/Hanukkah today. Through all 25 hotels. From all of us….. thank you. ps… Santa used the Diamond parking space as a honors member. Rockland Harbor HotelHampton Inn, Rockland, MeHampton Inn Freeport/BrunswickFairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Brunswick FreeportHampton Inn Freeport … See MoreSee Less

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    How many of us Boomers say things like…. “They don’t make employees like the old days. Work ethic is gone with Millennials. All kids do is look at their phones and don’t welcome customers.” Sound familiar? Well, in some cases this may be true. But I want to show you how millennials changed my mind…

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