In 2015, we sent our youngest to college and soon thereafter I published a book on how to pay for college. One of the chapters focused on working at a college or university that offered tuition benefits for your family members. This is a great option for a parent looking for a job and who would like … [Read more...] about Maine Colleges and Universities with Employee Tuition Benefits
Maine Farmers’ Markets
April showers may bring May flowers (and mud season), but they also bring many Maine farmers markets. That is, many farmers markets and farm stands in the state open in May. Of course, there are year-round farmers markets, including those that run through the winter. Adobe Photos Still … [Read more...] about Maine Farmers’ Markets
Maine Stores That Buy Back Clothing
On this blog, we've covered thrift and consignment store shopping, including what not to donate to Goodwill, good causes that will take your donations as well as a list of Maine thrift and consignment shops. At consignment shops, you can usually consign used clothing to sell. They don't always sell … [Read more...] about Maine Stores That Buy Back Clothing
Earth Day in Southern Maine
As a fairly eco-conscious and green state, it might feel like every day is Earth Day in Maine. But the legit national "holiday" happens on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. In fact, every April is considered to be Earth Month. So, it's no wonder that Earth conscious events happen throughout April in Maine, … [Read more...] about Earth Day in Southern Maine
Visiting the Portland Museum of Art for Free
This spring and summer we have promised ourselves that we are going to take even greater advantage of the free experiences right in our own back yard. So, last Friday night we visited the Portland Museum of Art during its free hours from 4-8 pm. They happened to be hosting Art in Bloom that evening. … [Read more...] about Visiting the Portland Museum of Art for Free
Real ID Deadline is Looming
If you've been putting off getting your Maine Real ID, keep this in mind: May 7, 2025 is the day by which every American needs to have this enhanced driver's license or ID card. That is, if they want to be able to show that ID to fly (versus taking a passport) or enter certain Federal facilities … [Read more...] about Real ID Deadline is Looming
Free Underwear at Duluth Trading in South Portland April 2025
Have you ever been to the Duluth Trading store in South Portland? If not, you may want to head there on April 12th and 13th. Like last year, the store is giving away free underwear. Really — this is not an April Fool's joke. We went last year and each got new underwear. Pictures here are from last … [Read more...] about Free Underwear at Duluth Trading in South Portland April 2025
2025 Easter Bunny Pictures at the Maine Mall Plus Coupon for Freebie
The Easter Bunny has been at the Maine Mall since Friday, March 28 and he's waiting to take holiday pictures with you and your family. Now is the perfect time to make an appointment to have pictures taken with the Easter Bunny. Don't miss this awesome opportunity, which ends on April 19. Children … [Read more...] about 2025 Easter Bunny Pictures at the Maine Mall Plus Coupon for Freebie
Free and Cheap EV Charging in Southern Maine
Soon it may be easier to find free and cheap EV charging stations in Southern Maine, at least in Portland and South Portland. That’s because both cities have enacted or plan to enact an ordinance that any newly built parking facilities must include electric vehicle charging stations. In the … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap EV Charging in Southern Maine
Maine Holidays When Things Are Closed
This article outlines Maine holidays, both state and federal, when stores and other businesses may be closed. This includes banks, town offices, courts, schools, state buildings and more. You're probably already familiar with the 11 federal holidays that close things down. However, in Maine there … [Read more...] about Maine Holidays When Things Are Closed
Participating Blue Star Museums in Maine
Blue Star Museums is a partnership between the National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families. It is in collaboration with the Department of Defense and museums across America. The Blue Star Museums program offers free entry to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their … [Read more...] about Participating Blue Star Museums in Maine
Museums for All in Southern Maine
Museums for All is a new-to-me program. What is Museums for All? "[T]hose receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 1,000 museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their SNAP EBT (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Electronic … [Read more...] about Museums for All in Southern Maine