Many people in Maine rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to put food on the table. However, finding a place to buy fresh, healthy food with an EBT card can be challenging. Fortunately, there are meat markets in Maine that accept EBT for payment, making it easier for SNAP … [Read more...] about Meat Markets in Maine That Take SNAP/EBT
Free Smoothie on National Flip Flop Day
Good thing the weather is supposed to be warm on National Flip Flop Day, which is May 31st. That's because you'll need to grab a pair and wear them to a Tropical Smoothie Cafe if you want a free smoothie. You see, each year Tropical Smoothie rewards customers by giving them a freebie when they … [Read more...] about Free Smoothie on National Flip Flop Day
National Outlet Shopping Day in Maine
The folks at Simon Outlets created National Outlet Shopping Day in 2022, and they're bringing it back for 2023. I guess no one should be surprised that a company that owns one of the largest groups of outlet malls created this shopping holiday. And, as someone who loves shopping outlets, I was … [Read more...] about National Outlet Shopping Day in Maine
Teacher Appreciation Days
Both Teacher Appreciation Day and Teacher Appreciation Week happen in May. Usually, it's the first week of May. However, for 2023 it is happening the second week of May. So, May 8-May 12 is Teacher Appreciation Week this year. On the other hand, Teacher Appreciation Day is supposed to be the … [Read more...] about Teacher Appreciation Days
Bed Bath and Beyond Stores Closing
Did you hear the news about Bed Bath and Beyond stores closing? Just this week the company filed for bankruptcy protection. Then, days later, they announced that they were winding down all operations. That's fancy talk for saying that they were closing their stores. This includes the one store in … [Read more...] about Bed Bath and Beyond Stores Closing
Auntie Anne’s National Pretzel Day Offer
As I wrote about in this roundup of national food days and holidays, National Pretzel Day happens each year in late April. This year that food holiday falls on April 26. Primarily, you'll find free pretzel offers from national chains. However, most of the chains don't have a presence in … [Read more...] about Auntie Anne’s National Pretzel Day Offer
Free Shaved Kona Ice on Tax Day
I'd hoped to do a roundup of tax day freebies, but this free shaved ice offer from Kona Ice was the only one I could find in Southern Maine. Let's hope the weather on tax day is as warm as it was the previous week, because then you'll really want some free shaved ice. Anyway, Kona Ice is calling … [Read more...] about Free Shaved Kona Ice on Tax Day
Starbucks Reusable Cup Discount
There is nothing new about getting a discount on your coffee when you bring a Starbucks reusable cup with you. In fact, many years ago, I wrote an article about Earth Day discounts and covered lots of coffee shops that would take something like 10 cents off your order when you brought your own … [Read more...] about Starbucks Reusable Cup Discount
EcoMaine EcoFest for Earth Day
EcoMaine is sponsoring what it is calling EcoFest for Earth Day this year. In case you didn't know, EcoMaine is southern Maine’s leader in recycling and waste-to-energy operations. It serves about one-third of the state’s population. Twenty Maine communities own EcoMaine, which is … [Read more...] about EcoMaine EcoFest for Earth Day
Sierra Club Maine Chapter Earth Day Activities
Sierra Club's Maine Chapter started in 1993, which means it is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2023. In case you didn't know, the Sierra Club's Maine Chapter's mission is: Sierra Club Maine Chapter Earth Day activities Given this mission, it's no surprise that the Maine Chapter will … [Read more...] about Sierra Club Maine Chapter Earth Day Activities
Indoor Things to Do
Chances are at some point you'll need to figure out indoor things to do on a rainy day or, in summer, on an excessively hot day. You know, a day when you can't go to the beach in Wells, Kennebunk or Old Orchard Beach. Good thing I've got tons of ideas for indoor fun for kids, families and … [Read more...] about Indoor Things to Do
State of Maine Unclaimed Property
Are you familiar with the notion of unclaimed property? Perhaps you've heard it referred to as unclaimed funds or missing money. Basically, here is what it means. When you move, either locally or to another state, you may have left money behind at an old address. Most Americans have no … [Read more...] about State of Maine Unclaimed Property