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Leah Ingram

Breakfast with Santa in Southern Maine

Fun food for kids. Christmas Santa pancake with raspberry and banana for children menu, top view with copy space for text.

If you don't get the chance to take pictures with Santa at the Maine Mall or see him arrive by lobster boat at Kennebunkport Prelude, you can always go have breakfast with Santa. There are a number of places throughout Southern Maine hosting these meal events this year. Where to Go for … [Read more...] about Breakfast with Santa in Southern Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on December 2, 2024 | Updated February 26, 2025 Filed Under: Christmas · Family & Kids

National Cookie Day in Maine

When it comes to national food holidays, there are actually two times during the year when you can celebrate National Cookie Day. One is the regular National Cookie Day, celebrated each year on December 4. The other is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day. That happens in early August. National … [Read more...] about National Cookie Day in Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on December 1, 2024 | Updated February 25, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink · Free & Cheap

Menorah Lightings in Southern Maine

menorahs in maine home window

Chanukah starts this year on the same day as Christmas, December 25, 2024. This is one of the latest starts I can recall for the Jewish Festival of Lights. It ends eight days later. For Mainers who celebrate, they'll likely set up menorahs at home. However, if you would like to celebrate in … [Read more...] about Menorah Lightings in Southern Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on November 27, 2024 | Updated February 26, 2025 Filed Under: Holidays

LL Bean Store Freeport Maine

When my brother, Josh, visited us in Maine this past spring with his girlfriend, Olga, he had one request for the trip — visiting the LL Bean store in Freeport. Mind you, this is a couple that lives in New York City and has all the shopping they could desire at their fingertips. However, they'd … [Read more...] about LL Bean Store Freeport Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on November 27, 2024 | Updated February 24, 2025 Filed Under: LL Bean

Pajama Shopping Day in Kennebunk

Two people in pajamas in front of a Christmas tree in Kennebunkport Maine.

You're probably familiar with Small Business Saturday, but did you know about Pajama Shopping Day in Kennebunk? It's a special version of the small business holiday that not only encourages visitors and residents to shop locally but to do so in their pajamas. For real. In 2023, Pajama Shopping … [Read more...] about Pajama Shopping Day in Kennebunk

Posted by Leah Ingram on November 27, 2024 | Updated February 26, 2025 Filed Under: Shopping Bargains

Free Holiday Food Boxes in Maine

Cropped view of senior man holding bun while sitting near son at table with thanksgiving dinner.

Normally, when we cover free food in Maine, it's about freebies for birthdays or one-off fun giveaways. However, this article is more akin to our articles about SNAP-EBT benefits and the like. It focuses on where families in need can find free holiday meals this year. Free Holiday Meals in … [Read more...] about Free Holiday Food Boxes in Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on November 25, 2024 | Updated February 26, 2025 Filed Under: Family & Kids · Food & Drink · Free & Cheap

Christmas Light Displays in Maine

nubble light house at night lit up for christmas

Do you love looking at Christmas and holiday light displays in November and December? Same. That's why we've put together this guide to Christmas light displays in Maine. Many get underway right around Thanksgiving. Where to see Christmas Light Displays in Maine Last year we wrote about … [Read more...] about Christmas Light Displays in Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on November 18, 2024 | Updated February 25, 2025 Filed Under: Christmas · Family & Kids · Holidays

Exploring the Polar Express Portland Maine Train Ride

polar express portland maine train ride christmas

The Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum hosts the Polar Express train ride in Portland, Maine every holiday season. It's quickly become an annual tradition for thousands of families. Last year more than 20,000 passengers rode the train. What is the Polar Express in Portland, Maine If you know … [Read more...] about Exploring the Polar Express Portland Maine Train Ride

Posted by Leah Ingram on November 18, 2024 | Updated February 24, 2025 Filed Under: Family & Kids · Museums & Attractions

Enjoying Kennebunkport Prelude

Long before there was Small Business Saturday, business owners got together and created Kennebunkport Prelude. The idea was to start a Christmas festival. That was back in 1982. Fast forward to today, and Kennebunkport Prelude is also Kennebunk Prelude as this holiday festival spans both … [Read more...] about Enjoying Kennebunkport Prelude

Posted by Leah Ingram on November 17, 2024 | Updated February 25, 2025 Filed Under: Christmas · Prelude

Experience Tuba Christmas in Maine

Tuba concert in New York City.

Years ago, my mother and I would time our December birthday celebrations so we could experience the annual Tuba Christmas concert at Rockefeller Center in New York City. In fact, the very first Tuba Christmas concert happened in that very place — on New York City's Rockefeller Plaza Ice Rink — on … [Read more...] about Experience Tuba Christmas in Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on November 15, 2024 | Updated February 24, 2025 Filed Under: Christmas · Holidays · Music

Free Reusable Starbucks Holiday Cup

I know that each year we look forward to the day when we can get a free, reusable cup from Starbucks. Well, for 2024, that day is Thursday, November 14th. Here's the deal. How to Get a Free Reusable Starbucks Holiday Cup Purchase any size handcrafted holiday beverage — whether hot, iced or … [Read more...] about Free Reusable Starbucks Holiday Cup

Posted by Leah Ingram on November 13, 2024 | Updated February 25, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink · Free & Cheap

How to See Santa at the Maine Mall: Pictures with Kids and Dogs

framed printed photo with santa and dogs

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

Posted by Leah Ingram on November 8, 2024 | Updated February 25, 2025 Filed Under: Holidays Tagged With: dog friendly

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