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Nothing says winter like ice skating outdoors….ah the childhood memories. So fun! Maine is pretty lucky to have quite a few and we’ve included a...

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05 Jan 2020

2020 Southern Maine Winter Farmers’ Markets– Find one near you!

Just because summer is all but a distant memory doesn’t mean we can’t still enjoy the crops and foodstuffs provided by local farmers and markets....

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02 Jan 2020

Deli Mini Dinosaurs

If your kids will eat sandwiches, lucky you. If not, order low-fat deli meats and cheese sliced extra thick; then use dinosaur or farm animal...

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01 Jan 2020

10 ways to improve your mood and ‘tude. Peace is closer than you think.

Life, kids, relationships, groceries, bills, cleaning, carpools, homework, regular work—it can all get pretty overwhelming! Often times we don’t feel like it’s possible to give...

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30 Dec 2019

Found ’em! Your Guide to the Best Sledding spots in Greater Portland!

Did you know that Portland Kids Calendar has the biggest and best sledding list directory of the Portland area in the entire world? Yes, it’s...

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29 Dec 2019

Inside Activity: Green Bowling, fun with stuff you already have!

Here’s another inside activity that you can set up within minutes using every day items that you have around the house. First, gather up ten...

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29 Dec 2019

Helping around the house! Chore Ideas for kids of all ages.

My kids have recently asked for a chore chart! I’m a mixture of “heck yes!” and “I can’t put another thing on my plate.” That...

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29 Dec 2019

Staying in for New Year’s Eve? Ideas for family fun!

If heading out for New Year’s Eve isn’t your thing, or maybe all your party invites were lost in the mail (*looks inside echoing mailbox*),...

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29 Dec 2019

House Cleaning Tip: Minimize the upstairs/downstairs trips!

Although it’s probably great for my glutes, I loathe running up and down the stairs all day long shuttling this upstairs and that downstairs. To...

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29 Dec 2019

Chow time! “Cowboy Night” makes for super fun family dinners.

Like a lot of mothers, I’ve always struggled with getting my kids to eat AND not wanting to run away and change my name make...

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27 Dec 2019

OOB & Freeport’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks Schedules. Kaboomskees!

Ready for some New Year’s Eve Fireworks? We’ve got two special celebrations on tap– visit the one closest to you! Sunday, December 31, 2019 Fireworks...

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12 Dec 2019

Wowzers! All your holiday TV viewing in one easy guide! Set your DVR and pop that corn!

‘Tis the season to find your inner elf and watch a grinchy heart grow three sizes! Set your dvr and kick back to watch with...

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12 Dec 2019

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Giveaway Alert! Want to Win 4 Tickets to Disney On Ice Presents Celebrate Memories? Yeah, I thought so!

Remember your childhood Disney Memories? Enter to win 4 Tickets! A comment of your or your child’s favorite Disney character enters you to win !...

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11 Dec 2019

7 Easy Christmas Traditions to start with your family this year!

My daughter came home one December day with a ceramic pickle and was all, “OK, let’s get this on the Christmas tree!” That tradition started...

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01 Dec 2019

Give the Gift of Experiences and Memories. The PKC Non-Toy Holiday Gift Guide is here to help!

My kids have enough toys. Like, seriously, enough. But I still want them to have the best-Christmas-ever and be excited with what was waiting for...

PortlandKidsCalendar

25 Nov 2019

Black Friday shopping tips: Get the bargains and keep your sanity.

We’ve all heard about the crazy deals shoppers can score on Black Friday, but all the hype can be intimidating! Here are some tips to...

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25 Nov 2019

The 9 best tips for a stress-free Thanksgiving. Written by a mom who knows.

Hey, put down that Halloween candy. You ready for Thanksgiving? Holidays that center around food are squarely in my wheelhouse, but man are they a...

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25 Nov 2019

Kids bored? Free printable Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Scavenger Hunt!

Kids bored? You bored of them? Keep them busy Thanksgiving morning with PortlandKidsCalendar’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Scavenger Hunt! Simply download and print by clicking...

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25 Nov 2019

My favorite Thanksgiving recipes. Seriously yummy.

Thanksgiving is around the corner and everyone is beginning to salivate like Pavlov’s Dogs because they know they’re about to dig into that one special,...

PortlandKidsCalendar

25 Nov 2019

Teaching kids Table Manners in time for the Holidays. Yes, please and thanks!

This morning I witnessed one of my children (not saying who, but she’s the only daughter I have) wipe her hands free of cream cheese...

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23 Nov 2019

This Veggie Platter will be a Hoot at your family feast!

Veggie platters are a staple at any Thanksgiving feast. Here is a fun way to display this appetizer tray. Maybe it will even entice the...

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18 Nov 2019

It’s time to get lit! PKC’s 2019 Tree Lighting Ceremonies Directory.

Looking for your Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in your community? Look no further. Get ready to Deck the Halls with your fellow town folk! Biddeford...

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05 Nov 2019

Chicken Pot Pie Soup recipe. Just try to stop eating it.

Ready for a soup that will stick to your bones? Here’s a delicious, hearty soup that’s insanely easy to make and everyone in the family...

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01 Nov 2019

Explaining the Democratic process– three great Election books for kids!

Election Day is upon us! Depending on your child’s age, they may have heard things from their classmates about the people vying for presidency. Whether...

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01 Nov 2019

Holiday Gift Idea: Canvas paintings from the kids!

Inexpensive and homemade– what makes a better gift than that? Kids loooove painting, and are usually only inhibited by us moms who aren’t excited about...

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28 Oct 2019

Need ski/snowboard equipment? Check out the Ski Swaps in Greater Portland this month!

Get your “new to you” gear for you and your family at a fraction of the price. Winter fun here we come! Saturday, November 2,...

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26 Oct 2019

2019 Corn Maze Directory! We’ll tell you where to go, but you gotta find your way out.

Fall activities are already in full swing! Check out this list of local(ish) corn mazes where you’ll never have so much fun getting lost! Be...

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25 Oct 2019

Mix-it-up with these super easy “dump-and-run” Halloween Treats!

#1 Harvest Hash Chex Mix Treats This looks easy, fun and a great way to sneak in a few whole grains and nuts? Kids are...

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25 Oct 2019

6 Strategies for Kids’ Halloween Candy Consumption. No arguing required.

You know what job is really the pits? The Candy Police. You know what’s worse? The emotional roller coaster of a kid high on Fun...

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24 Oct 2019

Five awesome Halloween family traditions. It’s just like being a kid again.

I love traditions, especially in the fall. Like when the kids have a “Let’s put ourselves to bed” night, or my favorite “Let’s let mom...

Lace up! Maine (and beyond) Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks Directory!

2020 Southern Maine Winter Farmers’ Markets– Find one near you!

Deli Mini Dinosaurs

10 ways to improve your mood and ‘tude. Peace is closer than you think.

Found ’em! Your Guide to the Best Sledding spots in Greater Portland!

Inside Activity: Green Bowling, fun with stuff you already have!

Helping around the house! Chore Ideas for kids of all ages.

Staying in for New Year’s Eve? Ideas for family fun!

House Cleaning Tip: Minimize the upstairs/downstairs trips!

Chow time! “Cowboy Night” makes for super fun family dinners.

OOB & Freeport’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks Schedules. Kaboomskees!

Wowzers! All your holiday TV viewing in one easy guide! Set your DVR and pop that corn!

Giveaway Alert! Want to Win 4 Tickets to Disney On Ice Presents Celebrate Memories? Yeah, I thought so!

7 Easy Christmas Traditions to start with your family this year!

Give the Gift of Experiences and Memories. The PKC Non-Toy Holiday Gift Guide is here to help!

Black Friday shopping tips: Get the bargains and keep your sanity.

The 9 best tips for a stress-free Thanksgiving. Written by a mom who knows.

Kids bored? Free printable Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Scavenger Hunt!

My favorite Thanksgiving recipes. Seriously yummy.

Teaching kids Table Manners in time for the Holidays. Yes, please and thanks!

This Veggie Platter will be a Hoot at your family feast!

It’s time to get lit! PKC’s 2019 Tree Lighting Ceremonies Directory.

Chicken Pot Pie Soup recipe. Just try to stop eating it.

Explaining the Democratic process– three great Election books for kids!

Holiday Gift Idea: Canvas paintings from the kids!

Need ski/snowboard equipment? Check out the Ski Swaps in Greater Portland this month!

2019 Corn Maze Directory! We’ll tell you where to go, but you gotta find your way out.

Mix-it-up with these super easy “dump-and-run” Halloween Treats!

6 Strategies for Kids’ Halloween Candy Consumption. No arguing required.

Five awesome Halloween family traditions. It’s just like being a kid again.

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