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... Read More
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.... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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*),... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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 !... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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,... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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... Read More
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,... Read More
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... 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
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... 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
