Lydia's Lunch Bunch

The Lunch Bunch welcomes Pam's fellow Wishes in the Valley organizers Mike Mathieu (owner, Neokraft Signs) and Dave Bishop (owner, Pat's Pizza-Auburn) to talk about the inaugural event happening Aug. 9 at Lost Valley. Wishes in the Valley will benefit Make-A-Wish Maine and feature live music with Fire in the Hole and Skösh, a live auction, cornhole tournament, chairlift rides, and much more.

We take a look at some fun weekend happenings in the Greater L-A area for March 28-30! Plus, Mark and Pam sample some Blue Lobster Rosé Wine in a can - Thanks to our friends at Roopers Beverage and Redemption!

OTIS Federal Credit Union Director of Marketing & Communications Kimberly Couture, President/CEO Chris Bouchard, and Vice President of Operations Melissa Sproul talk about financial literacy, the Campaign for Ending Hunger, Totes for Teachers, the Financial Fitness Fair, membership expansion, their commitment to the community, and so much more.

Maine Nordiques Equipment Manager Seth Miller and Assistant Manager Jackson Corey join the Lunch Bunch to talk about their passion for the sport and their job. Their seemingly endless responsibilities include everything from sewing nameplates on jerseys, to skate sharpening, to making sure Coach Skerlick has a fresh stick of gum before each period.

DuBois Realty Group's Brian DuBois joins the Lunch Bunch to talk about the housing market, improving outdoor living space, giving back to the community, the Roman Empire, fluffernutter, and much more.

Andwell Health Partners Community Relations & Development Manager, Leslie Ogilvie, and Maine Community Bank Director of Commercial Banking, Jeff Gosselin, join the Lunch Bunch to talk about their partnership, which includes the annual Maine's Got Talent competition happening May 3 at the Franco Center in Lewiston!

Mark and Pam take a look at some fun weekend happenings in the Greater L-A area including watercolor painting, ballet, live punk rock, the Maine Home Show, and a whole lot more. Plus, the Bunch samples some On The Rocks Midori Sour, courtesy of our friends at Roopers Beverage and Redemption!

Maine Nordiques Ocean Fancy and Aidan Linblad join the Lunch Bunch to talk about Ocean's puck-to-the-face, rippin' trades, fly fishing, homemade ice rinks, and snow forts. Plus, a special message to Nords fans :)

Scott and Elaine St. Pierre join the Lunch Bunch to talk about their new business, SPS Property Inspections. Scott is a 21-year U.S. Army veteran with decades of experience in construction and home building and is certified by the American Home Inspectors Training Institute (AHIT).

The Lunch Bunch is treated to a St. Patrick's Day visit from Roopers President Jesse St. Laurent! Jesse brought some Tippy Cow Shamrock Mint Rum Cream to share and things got weird. The gang tried out their Irish accents, finds out that St. Patrick wasn't really Irish, and Jesse shares a story about his visit to Ireland with Steve Roop and learns what not to order for breakfast.

Mark and Pam take a look at some fun stuff to do this weekend, including a murder-mystery, live music, live comedy, and St. Patty’s Day weekend fun. Plus, they sample some Bissell Brothers Precept courtesy of Roopers!

The Lunch Bunch hits the road to join the Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce's Brewing Connections! Our guests include representatives from Maine Apex Accelerator, the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society, the University of Southern Maine, and Healey & Associates!

Maine Nordiques defenseman Aiden Farro and forward Laurent Trepanier join the Lunch Bunch to talk about playoff hockey, the upcoming Lewiston Maineiacs throwback nights, offseason plans, and more!

Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Shanna Cox joins the Lunch Bunch to talk about the LAMCC Start Up Session, Connections for a Cause, Brewing Connections, the Chamber Breakfast, the Maine B2B Trade Show, and more!

Did you know that you can learn SCUBA diving year-round in the twin cities? Barclay's Skindivers Paradise owner Ian Barclay joins the Lunch Bunch to talk about his career in and out of the water, shark dives, being the frontman for legendary local band Dirty McCurdy, and more!

Mark and Pam take a look at some fun weekend happenings in the Greater L-A Area including the Community Little Theatre's "Nunsnese", The Nature of Wisdom with Mike the Tarot Guy at Mr. Drew's, the Maine Music Society Chorale's "Out of the Ashes: Music Born of Tragedy", and much more! Then we sample some Orono Brewing Company’s Wild Maine Vodka Seltzer - Blood Orange flavor, courtesy of our friends...

SeniorsPlus President/CEO Betsy Sawyer-Manter joins the Lunch Bunch to talk about the March 21 Fill the Plate Breakfast in Auburn to benefit Meals on Wheels, the Aging Well Living Well Expo, and an update on the Education and Nutrition Center!

Our friends at Roopers dropped off some interesting new drinks! Sara is obsessed with dumplings and may have bitten her cat. And if you want to wake up miserable, Mark's got your back. Plus NWS, FPBs, and OTDs! (That's news/weather/sports, Famous People Birthdays, and On This Day...like it wasn't obvious) :)

The Lunch Bunch previews the LA Metro Magazine spring issue and takes a look at the - hot off the press - Uncle Andy's Digest March issue! Plus, shenanigans!

Insightful Workplace Solutions owner/CEO Tisha Bremner joins the Lunch Bunch to talk about self leadership as a way to ground ourselves so that we behave appropriately and effectively in all aspects of our lives.

Mark, Pam, and Alex take a look at some fun weekend happenings including Yoga with Live Cello, Mr. Drew’s Pokemon Event, Lost Valley Brewing’s 7th Birthday Bash, and Identifying Trees on Maine. Then Sara joins us to sample Norway Brewing Company’s Pickle Weisse beer, courtesy of our friends at Roopers!

Agassiz Village Development Director Michael Smith joins the Lunch Bunch to talk about Agassiz's 90 year history and its mission to offer children the opportunity, in a summer camp environment, to develop and practice leadership and life skills that will impact their future in education, family, career, and in their communities.

West Paris Provisions owner Andelena Henderson joins the Lunch Bunch to talk about her service in the U.S Navy and giving back to her community through various organizations including Maine Adaptive and Veterans No Boundaries. She also covers the growth of her business and destigmatizing cannabis use.

The Lunch Bunch invites Steve and Rick into the studio to sample Foundation Brewing's Berry Crumble Jam (Four thumbs up - Thanks, Roopers!), Sara recounts her National Anthem performance at the Nords game, and Mark is full of... random facts :)

Mark takes a look at some fun weekend happenings for Feb. 21-23, including a Topps Rip Night at Republic Jewelry & Collectibles, Grown-Up Story Time, Runner Sled Racing, and more!