Last year, we took our dogs to see Santa at the Maine Mall and take pictures together. This is a recap of that experience and, good news, Santa is coming back to the Maine Mall. Santa was a real dog lover and so was the staff. Treats for everyone! Speaking of treats, this article includes a … [Read more...] about How to See Santa at the Maine Mall: Pictures with Kids and Dogs
Where to See The Nutcracker Performances in Southern Maine
Mainers, like so many Americans, enjoy attending performances of the ballet, The Nutcracker, during the holiday season. Southern Maine, particularly the greater Portland area, offers plenty of opportunities to experience this classic. For those in far south of Southern Maine, they may also want to … [Read more...] about Where to See The Nutcracker Performances in Southern Maine
The Rep, the Seacoast Repertory Theatre
Seacoast Repertory Theatre is a nonprofit, professional regional theatre in historic downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Its mission is enriching the culture of the community through the shared experience of live theatre. It is a bold innovator on the American theatre scene, with award-winning art … [Read more...] about The Rep, the Seacoast Repertory Theatre
Sanford Performing Arts Center SPAC
Sanford Performing Arts Center (SPAC)n is home to live music, theater, dance, comedy and more. In addition to school performances and lectures, SPAC also presents a season of regional and national touring performances. The SPAC is also available to rent for presentations by outside groups. The … [Read more...] about Sanford Performing Arts Center SPAC
The Star Theatre
The STAR Theatre at the Kittery Community Center offers a unique venue for live theatre, performance events, lectures, trainings, workshops and movies. There, you can enjoy everything from plays to dance recitals to movie screenings. The Star Theatre at the Kittery Community Center As … [Read more...] about The Star Theatre
Westbrook Performing Arts Center
The Westbrook Performing Arts Center is a state of the art, 1,000 seat theater just minutes from downtown Portland, Maine. Funded entirely by the citizens and businesses of Westbrook, the Performing Arts Center presents a variety of different events including: music, dance theater, comedy, movies, … [Read more...] about Westbrook Performing Arts Center
Merrill Auditorium in Portland, Maine
In my opinion, everyone should see at least one show at the Merrill Auditorium in Portland, Maine. And don't let the word "auditorium" in its name fool you into thinking it's not worth seeing something in the space. This is a 1,900-seat theater in the heart of Portland. We saw the "Magic of … [Read more...] about Merrill Auditorium in Portland, Maine
What to Do with Pumpkins After Halloween
We never stopped to think about what to do with pumpkins after Halloween until one year we stumbled on something brilliant. At that time we had a yard waste compost at our home. After carving our Halloween pumpkins with our daughters, we tossed the pumpkin guts in that compost. Throughout fall we … [Read more...] about What to Do with Pumpkins After Halloween
Maine Maple Fall Fest: Where to Go and What to Do
If you loved all the goodies and sugar house visits during Maine Maple Weekend, then you're going to love Maine Maple Fall Fest. In fact, when we covered Maine Maple Weekend earlier this year, we noted which of the farms, sugar shacks and other places would also be part of this fall … [Read more...] about Maine Maple Fall Fest: Where to Go and What to Do
State Fair Food in Maine and Beyond
During our last trip to the Fryeburg Fair, the quasi state fair that happens each fall in Fryeburg, Maine, we ordered food from many different vendors. At one of them, I swear those donuts were almost as big as our heads. You can also get deep-fried Oreos at the Fryeburg and, of course, whoopie … [Read more...] about State Fair Food in Maine and Beyond
Favorite Spots for Southern Maine Apple Picking
Apple picking in Maine is great family fun. And nothing evokes a New England autumn like apple picking. Maine apple picking season typically runs from mid-September into late October. Each apple variety ripens at its own pace. So, if you have favorites and hope to get them when you visit a … [Read more...] about Favorite Spots for Southern Maine Apple Picking
Where to Get Free and Cheap Coffee on National Coffee Day
National Coffee Day is one of my favorite food holidays of the year. I mean, no disrespect to National Doughnut Day or National Bagel Day. However, coffee is something I drink every day. Literally. So the idea of being able to get a cup for free or cheap is always a highlight for me. When is … [Read more...] about Where to Get Free and Cheap Coffee on National Coffee Day