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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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17 Feb 2019

Slow Cooker Tikka Masala that even the kids will like. And if they don’t, more for you.

Sometimes my kids say, “Hey mom, why don’t we try some new foods for dinner– something ethnic, maybe?” (never). But that doesn’t stop me from...

PortlandKidsCalendar

17 Feb 2019

Stuck inside? 4 DIY Kids’ Activities = Indoor Winter Fun!

Does the winter weather have you stranded at home? Does the cold have you stuck inside? Here are some fun activities to have in your...

PortlandKidsCalendar

17 Feb 2019

Tried. Loved. Cauliflower “Fried Rice” recipe. Even the kids ate it!

When January blew in (along with a few extra pounds), I decided squeezing myself into my jeans any longer really sucked and it was time...

PortlandKidsCalendar

17 Feb 2019

LAST WEEKEND! And it’s totally worth the trip– Ice Castles in New Hampshire!

Tickets on sale now! New Hampshire Ice Castle are open for tours daily. We suggest visiting at night, when multicolored lights embedded in the ice...

PortlandKidsCalendar

10 Feb 2019

Making Valentine’s Day memories. 7 Great Date Night ideas — for you and your kids!

Valentine’s Day is coming up—what are you and your sweetheart doing? Maybe an animated move? Jewelry shopping at Claire’s? Possibly LegoLand? I’m talking about Valentine’s...

PortlandKidsCalendar

10 Feb 2019

Homemade Valentine’s Day Ice Cream Sandwiches. Eat your heart out!

What says Valentine’s Day better than cookie ice cream sandwiches? Actually, I don’t think the two have anything to do with each other, but I’ll...

PortlandKidsCalendar

04 Feb 2019

Cute keepsakes. Adorable Valentine’s Day gifts from the kids.

Are you looking for some sweet homemade Valentine’s Day gift ideas from the kids? Below are a few creative keepsakes that anyone would love (think:...

PortlandKidsCalendar

04 Feb 2019

Valentine’s Day crafts: Awash yourself in squeaky clean love!

Here’s another adorable DIY Valentine’s Day gift that you can make with your kids that’s cute AND practical. Each soap can be made with a...

PortlandKidsCalendar

28 Jan 2019

Nothing says “I love you” like Heart-shaped Valentine’s Day Treats.

Valentine’s Day is around the corner and I’m in the mood to get totally corny on my kids with this festive food. A quick look...

PortlandKidsCalendar

27 Jan 2019

14 Free Printable Valentine’s Day cards. So cute!

Gone are the days where you go to grocery store, pick out a box of Tom & Jerry fold-over Valentine’s Day cards and call...

PortlandKidsCalendar

26 Jan 2019

Fun Valentine’s Day Craft for kids: DIY Beautiful!

My daughter is completely nutso about decorating for the holidays. All the holidays. Visit my house around St. Patrick’s Day and you’ll be bombarded with...

PortlandKidsCalendar

20 Jan 2019

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

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...

PortlandKidsCalendar

07 Jan 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...

PortlandKidsCalendar

01 Jan 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...

PortlandKidsCalendar

31 Dec 2018

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...

PortlandKidsCalendar

31 Dec 2018

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...

PortlandKidsCalendar

30 Dec 2018

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*),...

PortlandKidsCalendar

30 Dec 2018

2019 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....

PortlandKidsCalendar

10 Dec 2018

DVR Alert! Find all your favorites on our 2018 Holiday TV & Movie Guide.

‘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...

PortlandKidsCalendar

06 Dec 2018

Santa Baby! Where Can I find you?

There are sooo many opportunities to meet and greet the jolly old soul (and sometimes the Mrs., too!) this weekend around the Greater Portland Area!!...

PortlandKidsCalendar

05 Dec 2018

“12 Days of Giveaways” daily prize line-up. Yowza!

The 2018 “12 Days of Giveaways” is right around the corner and we couldn’t be more excited! Monday, December 10, PortlandKidsCalendar will be giving away a...

PortlandKidsCalendar

03 Dec 2018

PKC’s 2018 “12 Days of Giveaways” starts 12/10! See contest rules here!

The “12 Days of Giveaways” is right around the corner and we couldn’t be more excited! Monday, December 10, PortlandKidsCalendar will be giving away a prize...

PortlandKidsCalendar

03 Dec 2018

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...

PortlandKidsCalendar

26 Nov 2018

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

26 Nov 2018

Disney on Ice Presents “Worlds of Enchantments” Coming to Portland Dec 20-Dec 23. Tickets on Sale Now!

Rev up for non-stop fun with four of your favorite Disney stories when Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Enchantment comes to Portland! Dazzling ice...

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26 Nov 2018

FREE! Last weekend of Horse and Wagon Rides Friday-Sunday!

Looking for some family fun on a horse drawn carriage throughout enchanting downtown during the holiday season? Nostalgic fun for the whole family! Pick up...

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18 Nov 2018

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...