Thursday, March 9
Critically lauded Maine author Ron Currie discusses his new novel, The One-Eyed Man, about a character whose aversion to metaphor makes him a celebrity, with fellow novelist Richard Russo at Print (273 Congress St., Portland) at 7 p.m. Free. 536-4778. printbookstore.com. And tonight at the State Theatre (142 High St., Portland), the inimitable Regina Spektor sings her quirky, yet richly realized pop songs at 8 p.m. Tix: $40.75-$42.75 (all ages). 800-745-3000. statetheatreportland.com.