Here is a freebie just for teens: they can exercise for free this summer at Planet Fitness. Basically, it's a free summer gym membership. Called the High School Summer Pass program, this is the third year that teens could work out for free at Planet Fitness. Why Planet Fitness wants … [Read more...] about Free Planet Fitness Membership for Teens
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
Free Pictures with the Easter Bunny
While your kids and pets won't be able to go to PetSmart or Petco for free pictures with the Easter Bunny this year, they can definitely head over to the Cabela's in Scarborough for this springtime event. This year Cabela's is opening a reservation system, because pictures with the Easter Bunny … [Read more...] about Free Pictures with the Easter Bunny
Kennebunk Trivia Night and Pub Quizzes
One of my bucket list items for this year is to start attending Kennebunk trivia night events near me. So, I started looking for pub quizzes and the like near my Kennebunk house. Boy howdy was I surprised at how many options I had in Kennebunk alone. Plus, there's Kennebunkport just down … [Read more...] about Kennebunk Trivia Night and Pub Quizzes