Historical Halloween fun at the Ghosts of Freeport’s Past Cemetary Tours this Thu/Fri/Sat!
Looking for something fun and educational to do to celebrate Halloween? Try a Ghosts of Freeport tour! “Ghost Tours” are led by the interred of... Read More
Mix it up! Six new recipes for Roasted Pumpkin Seeds!
I really love roasted pumpkin seeds but after decades of eating them with oil and salt, I’m looking to mix things up a bit. Check... Read More
Five spoooooky Halloween treats. Eat them if you dare!
It’s Halloween season already and you know what that means. Time to scour Pinterest and try making really adorable snacks that, when executed, look absolutely... Read More
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... Read More
Serve up seasonal fright and delight with these snacks. So easy, it’s spooky!
Looking to strike a balance of humor and gore in your family friendly Halloween efforts? Look no further. This is high impact, low effort, with... Read More
Spooktacular! Get tons of Booooooty at Any of These FREE Special Trick or Treat Events in the Greater Portland Area!
Wondering where to bring your costume clad kiddo out and about on Halloween? Below you will find info and general guidelines. Happy Halloween! Side Note:... Read More
2018 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... Read More
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... Read More
All aboard! Pumpkin Train at the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad last two weekends in October!
Autumn is a beautiful time of year on the coast of Maine! Enjoy the beauty of the season with a visit to the museum and... Read More
Ocean State Job Lot Sends over 35,000 Pounds of Food to Good Shepard Food Bank of Maine
Food insecurity is real. And it is in Maine. So many of us do our part. It’s nice to know such a large company that... Read More
7 Awesome no-carve pumpkin decorating ideas! No knives required!
My kids love getting pumpkins– it means the countdown is on to Halloween! The only problem is that they want to get the pumpkins the... Read More
Pumpkin Hayrides at Wolfe’s Neck Center Saturday and Sunday.
Come on out to the Farm for a family outing to remember. Set on the shores of Casco Bay, Wolfe’s Neck Center is a 626... Read More
Pumpkin, caramel, hazelnut, oh my! Make your own flavored coffee creamers!
Want to enjoy one of those delicious coffee shop concoctions while knowing exactly what’s going in your coffee? Check out these DIY flavored coffee creamers... Read More
Corn maze, pumpkin checkers, food trucks and more at Pumpkin Patch by the Sea every weekend in October!
It’s fall family fun at its best! Alewife Brook Farms welcomes you to explore their Pumpkin Patch by the Sea ever Saturday and Sunday in... Read More
Brio Dance Studio
We offer dance classes in Community Centers, Recreation Programs, and Daycares in the Greater Portland Area. We are here to serve you! If your community center, day care,... Read More
Apple picking isn’t just about apples. Tricks to make the experience last.
Apple picking season is here! Time to crack open your wallet and dump it out all over the farm counter. Ok, I’m a little jaded... Read More
“Homemade” Chicken Soup: From the pot to your mouth in 15 minutes.
I love homemade chicken soup, but the thought of making “homemade” chicken broth sends me running for the hills. This soup is an adaptation of... Read More
DIY Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte. Made at home for 40¢ a cup!
From the minute the first leaf turns orange, people start going bonkers with the impending arrival of Pumpkin Spice (well, everything). Starbucks has managed to... Read More
Caramel Apple Cider Crock Pot Recipe. Yah, that just happened.
Just like they make at Starbucks, only you’re saving yourself $3.50. Score. Ingredients Serves 4 4 cups apple cider 3 tablespoons caramel syrup (the ice... Read More
Bike, walk or ride in a traffic-free zone, “Sundays on the Boulevard” for 1 more week!
Starting Sunday, May 7 and continuing right up through Sunday, September 23, 2018 a big stretch of Baxter Boulevard in Portland will be closed to... Read More
6 Ways to simplify the Morning Routine *and* be on time. No kidding.
Truth be told, I like to be on time. I’m often not, but I still like to try. It’s amazing how much more difficult it... Read More
Babysitters 101: Finding, paying and prepping your kids for the babysitter!
School routines are coming into view and so is….date night, maybe?! Or finding time for one sibling while you take the other one out for... Read More
Thinking Ahead! Grab These Deals While The Prices Are SO low
I know you’re all going to groan and roll your eyes when I share a tip to do now that will make your holiday season... Read More
Tips on preparing your child (and you) for kindergarten. Sniff, sniff.
At the end of this month, many of you will be sending off your little ones to officially start kindergarten. Kindergarten? What? Weren’t they just... Read More
The 6 Best Tips for stress-free Back To School Shopping!
Truth? I haven’t even thought about back-to-school shopping yet. And I’m not going to either anytime soon because I’m not willing to admit summer is... Read More
Feelin’ the rhythm? Check out these summer concerts near you!
Maine summer nights + great music + your friends and family = memories made! Slip on your boogie shoes, grab a blanket, and get ready... Read More
Take me out to ball game! Don’t miss the fun going on at the Sea Dogs this week!
Nothing says “Summer in Maine” like a night at the Sea Dogs’ home stadium, Hadlock Field! Try the well-known Sea Dog Biscuits and watch Slugger... Read More
Check out Summertime Fireworks in Old Orchard Beach every Thursday night!
Check off a summertime bucket list item with Thursday night summer fireworks display (weather permitting)! The weekly display runs every Thursday night at 9:45pm through late... Read More
Choo Choo! The Ice Cream Train is coming to the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum!
What’s better than an ice cream truck? An ice cream train! Choo Choo! Our popular Ice Cream Train returns select Friday evenings this summer. Enjoy... Read More
Take a tour of the Wilbur’s of Maine chocolate factory….NO golden tickets necessary!
Experience the chocolate factory through the eyes of an experienced tour guide. Even if you’ve been on a tour before, each tour is different! Guests... Read More
