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
Easter Egg Hunts in Southern Maine
I've just updated this article on Easter egg hunts that towns and organizations put together for kids. Most are scheduled for Saturday, April 12, 2025. Where you'll find Easter egg hunts near you I've put together this list of Easter egg hunts happening in 2025. Most are occuring the before … [Read more...] about Easter Egg Hunts in Southern Maine
LL Bean Online Daily Markdowns Explained
Did you know that LL Bean has a daily markdown exclusively online? Neither did I until I did. And then I learned that LL Bean actually offers a number of daily specials and deals that are accessible online only. So, let me give you the lowdown on these LL Bean daily deals and how they … [Read more...] about LL Bean Online Daily Markdowns Explained
Maine Maple Weekend 2025: Where to Go and What to Do
For as long as I can remember, we’ve called Maine Maple Weekend this: maple syrup Sunday. That’s because on that sweet, sticky holiday we would visit the local sugaring house near my grandparents’ home in Kezar Falls (now Parsonsfield).Afterwards, we would enjoy homemade pancakes with, of course, … [Read more...] about Maine Maple Weekend 2025: Where to Go and What to Do
First Day of Spring in Maine
I love writing about freebies and deals you can find on the first day of spring. Why? After a snowy winter and with daylight saving time back in season, the first day of spring always gives me hope--even if I'm still wearing my winter coat. Even if you're not in the mood for things like ice … [Read more...] about First Day of Spring in Maine
National Pancake Day
When I first wrote this article, it was about how to enjoy IHOP free pancakes on National Pancake Day each year. That's because, at the time, there were two pancake holidays annually. One, was IHOP's own holiday in February. And then there was the nationwide National Pancake Day that other … [Read more...] about National Pancake Day