Feeling a meltdown coming on with holiday cards? Check out these real tips from Emilie Inc.!
HOLIDAY CARD photo tips Guest blog post from Emilie Inc I’m a professional photographer and my children do not like being photographed. The irony, I... Read More
Veteran’s Day Parades in Greater Portland
November 10, 2019 Brunswick: A Military Color Guard will lead the Rolling Slumber Bed Races parade from Park Row. Sunday, November 10, 2019; 1:00 p.m.... 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
Scratching your head wondering “Why do they act this way?” Then mark your calendar for 11/17 and save your seat!
Join us for this 90 minute information-packed workshop featuring guest expert speakers Sarah MacLaughlin, LSW, and Susan Malcolm, LCSW, with Centerpoint Founder Andy Mishkin. Learn... 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
Get your spooky on! The “31 Nights of Halloween” is in full swing all month long.
Get your fill of chills and thrills during Freeform’s (formerly ABC Family) “31 Nights of Halloween” October going in full swing now! Check out the... Read More
Sign your kids up for the “Kids Bowl Free” Program and play for free all summer!
Select bowling centers and schools around the country are participating in the “Kids Bowl Free” program. This program is designed by bowling centers to give... Read More
Portland-area outdoor Farmer’s Markets now open. Check out schedule and local directory!
The summertime farmer’s markets are still in full swing and selling a plethora of fruits, vegetables, eggs, dairy products, flowers, homemade goods and crafts that... Read More
Ben and Jerry’s FREE Cone Day on April 9th! You know you want the scoop!
What is Free Cone Day? Every time you enjoy a scoop of Ben & Jerry’s, you’re showing us how much you care. We love... Read More
12 Days of Giveaways: Day 3. Enter to win a 10-Pack Admission Pass to Family Ice! TWO Winners!
Today’s giveaway is a 10-Pack Admission Pass to Family Ice! Leave a “Strap on the skates!” comment below and you’re automatically entered to win!... Read More
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... Read More
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!!... Read More
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... 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
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
Get outdoors! Daily ‘Family Canoe Tours’ at Scarborough Marsh all summer long!
Discover the wildlife and plants of Scarborough Marsh as you paddle the Dunstan River. Gliding through the marsh, you will be exposed to its many... Read More
Story Time at Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum is back every Thursday morning!
Yay, the Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum Story Time is back! Join them for a reading of a children’s book (or two!) along with children’s... Read More
Every Sunday: Skyline’s Farm’s special exhibit “Recollections: Horse & Buggy Days”!
Skyline Farm Carriage Museum’s current exhibit “Child Size Vehicles: From the Sublime to the Ridiculous” highlights horse sized vehicles next to their smaller counterparts built... Read More
Salt Pump Kids’ School Break & Summer Camps
Salt Pump Summer Camps provide young climbers a chance to explore the exciting world of climbing in a supportive and inclusive environment. We seek to instill confidence... 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
Purchase your 2017 Advance Polar Express Tickets! No lottery system!
For those of you who can’t wrap your head around a lottery system to purchase tickets (me included!), the Lincoln and North Conway are offering... Read More
FREE Horse & Wagon Rides through downtown Portland! Runs Fri/Sat/Sun through December 17!
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... Read More
Furry Tales Story Time every Thursday at the Animal Welfare Society!
Looking for a different kind of story time? Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to discover the exciting world of animals with the Animal Welfare Society... Read More
Disney On Ice presents ‘Frozen’ on December 21-24! Tickets on Sale NOW!
Discover the full story of Disney’s Frozen like never before at Disney On Ice presents Frozen! Dazzling ice skating, special effects and unforgettable music will... Read More
Fall event schedule for Maine Wildlife Park-Rick Charette, National Grandparent’s Day and more!
The Maine Wildlife Park is hosting a slew of wonderful events through the fall. Check out the upcoming schedule below: Wildlife Enrichment Day Date: September... Read More
2017 Smithsonian Museum Day 9/23! Get free tickets to your fave museums!
Museum Day Live! is an annual event hosted by Smithsonian Media in which participating museums across the country open their doors for free to anyone... Read More
Me-ow! The Amazing Acro-cats perform in Portland August 10-20!!
The Amazing Acro-cats Featuring Tuna and the Rock Cats are a troupe of REAL performing house cats. The Acro-cats experience all started with Chief Executive... Read More
Get outside with the weekly Monday Family Walks on the Saco Bay Trails!
Join Saco Bay Trails on Mondays throughout the summer for family friendly walks on the trails! Parent, educator, and outreach coordinator Jed Bloom will be... Read More
Free hugs! Baby Goat Snuggling events at Smiling Hill Farm every Tuesday!
It doesn’t get any cuter than this! Smiling Hill Farm is holding Baby Goat Snuggling sessions weekly on Tuesday evenings from 6-7pm, weather permitting (check... Read More
Classic “Games & Fun” at Congress Square Park every Wednesday afternoon! Free!
Kids, put down the phones! Play classic and new board games, word games, and cards. Escape your screens for IRL! These FREE events are held... Read More
