Spring cleaning time! 10 Items you can toss now for a clutter-free existence.
Have you seen me lately? No? Oh, that’s because I’m at home buried under a mountain of mismatched Tupperware and ugly coffee mugs that my... Read More
Time capsule your spring break! DIY “Vacation in a Jar” momentos are so cute!
I really cherish vacations. Who doesn’t? And after you spend all that money, you want to keep the memories alive and have an opportunity to... Read More
Earth Day Challenge: No baggies, water bottles or paper towels, Oh my!
I’m not a professional environmentalist, nor do I play one on TV. But I do like to think of myself as (semi) eco-conscious. So when... Read More
Super Cool Slime! Three Borax-free recipes for gooey fun.
So, this slime thing. My niece, Sienna, age 10, is a daily slime maker. Different colors, different textures, different ingredients. More importantly, her recipes don’t... Read More
Earth Day Kids’ Crafts: Grass people!
Looking for something fun and eco-friendly to do with the kids for Earth Day on April 22? Try out these super cute Earth Day guys!... Read More
How do I dispose of this? Find recycling options near you on Earth911.com!
How the heck do you dispose of a broken laptop, old glasses or cell phones? What should you do about that old arm chair or... Read More
Top 5 tips for surviving air travel with kids. #theywork!
Ah, vacation. Headed somewhere fun and relaxing? You’ll have to get there first. And that part is not usually very relaxing. Flying with children can... Read More
Green Tip: Go digital—thermostats, that is.
How many times have you left the house for the day and forgotten to turn down the heat or AC before you left, letting it... Read More
Lunch Box Idea: Sandwich On A Stick
For some reason, my kids won’t eat a sandwich. Of any kind. They like all of its components—the bread, cheese and deli meats—but wouldn’t give... Read More
PEEPS S’Mores Easter Treats. Yes, please!
This wins my personal prize for cutest Easter treats EVAH! No campfire necessary! This recipe and photos are courtesy of CincyShopper.com. Check them out, they... Read More
Totally worth the trip– Ice Castles in Lincoln!
Opens January 5, 2018! Tickets on sale now! Back by popular demand, Ice Castles LLC, will create a new one-acre castle at the Hobo Railroad... Read More
Lace up! Maine (and beyond) Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks Directory!
Nothing says winter like ice skating outdoors….ah the childhood memories. So fun! Southern Maine is pretty lucky to have quite a few and we’ve included... Read More
2018 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
Family “Snowshoeing Discovery Course” weekends at L.L. Bean! Equipment provided!
L. L. Bean’s Snowshoeing Discovery Course is a great way to discover how fun, easy and exciting it is making fresh tracks through the sparkling... 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
OOB & Freepport’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, 2017 Fireworks... Read More
Found ’em! Your Guide to the Best Sledding spots in Southern Maine!
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
Pizza Dough Desserts: Twist up some Yummy Hot Pretzels!
Looking for some delicious, indoor fun? Try your hand at making sweet soft pretzels. Super easy to make with store-bought pizza dough and it’s a... Read More
Free and discounted Museum Passes? Borrow them from your local library!
If you haven’t visited your local library lately, you may not realize what a tremendous wealth of resources they have to offer! In addition to... Read More
Done with gifts by 7am? Tips on making Christmas morning last longer.
When you have kids, Christmas day (or better said, morning), can be over before the newspaper hits your doorstep. As a child, I can remember... Read More
Holiday houseguests? An easy and stress-free “How-To” prep for your merry visitors.
Ding dong! The guests have arrived! Being a great host is a big job, but it doesn’t mean you have to expend a super human... Read More
3 Tips on practicing Table Manners at home just in time for the holidays!
“Your children have the best manners!” exclaimed my neighbor after a recent playdate with my kids. “Me? Mine?” I said confused. “Oh, yes, thank you.... Read More
Reindeer food recipe for Christmas Eve fun.
Children instinctively love animals and want to make sure they are treated well, and reindeer are no exception! The following “recipe” will ensure that, along... Read More
Easy Gingerbread House that’s guaranteed not to collapse. Great for kids of any age, too!
Many of us have attempted gingerbread houses from fancy kits, only to witness the roof and sides collapse like a deck of cards. No more.... Read More
DVR Alert! 2017 Holiday TV & Movie Guide.
Looking for a cute holiday special on television for the kids? See the season line-up below and get your DVR ready to tape your favorites.... Read More
Gift Giving Stress? Be Like Elsa and Let it Go! Tickets for Disney On Ice Presents Frozen on sale now!
Disney On Ice presents Frozen Enter a fantastical winter wonderland beyond all imagination at Feld Entertainment’s newest ice spectacular, Disney On Ice presents Frozen. The heartwarming, Academy Award®-winning... Read More
2017 Holiday Tipping Guide: Who do you tip and how much is appropriate?
It’s the most confusing time of year for me — holiday tip time! How much is too little, too much, not needed or not allowed!... Read More
6 Teacher gift ideas for the holidays. Perfect ways to say thanks!
If anyone’s ever popped in unexpectedly at school to see one teacher handling a room of 12+ little ones, you know how hard they work!... Read More
Cleaning Tip: Expecting guests? Tackle the bathroom first.
If you can clean only one room before company arrives, tackle the bathroom. This is the only room where people spend time solo and may... Read More
Taste Test: Which store-bought pancake mixes are the best?
I just received a coupon for Krusteaz, and it got me thinking…pancakes. Delicious, light and fluffy homemade (and by that I mean, made-at-home-out-of-the-box) flap jacks.... Read More
