When visiting my grandparents on Long Pond in Parsonfield, I quickly learned that lakes in Maine, including Southern Maine, were often referred to as ponds. What determines if a body is water is called a pond or a lake? Well, for starters, the Maine Department of Environmental Protection says … [Read more...] about List of Lakes in Southern Maine
Name your free food at Firehouse Subs
Firehouse Subs' “name your free food deal” is back. No, it's not like a Priceline thing, where you name your own price. Instead, Firehouse Subs identifies three names each day and offers folks with that first name free food. And, if your name is on the daily roll call, you're in for a red-hot … [Read more...] about Name your free food at Firehouse Subs
Lobster 101: How to cook lobster perfectly every time
If you're going to be vacationing in Southern Maine, then you'll want to learn how to cook lobster. Thankfully, Lisa MarcAurele, blogger at Little Bit Recipes and cookbook author based in Connecticut, has shared some easy-to-follow instructions. This includes tips on selecting your lobster, the … [Read more...] about Lobster 101: How to cook lobster perfectly every time
Meat Markets in Maine That Take SNAP/EBT
Many people in Maine rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to put food on the table. However, finding a place to buy fresh, healthy food with an EBT card can be challenging. Fortunately, there are meat markets in Maine that accept EBT for payment, making it easier for SNAP … [Read more...] about Meat Markets in Maine That Take SNAP/EBT
Free Smoothie on National Flip Flop Day
Good thing the weather is supposed to be warm on National Flip Flop Day, which is May 31st. That's because you'll need to grab a pair and wear them to a Tropical Smoothie Cafe if you want a free smoothie. You see, each year Tropical Smoothie rewards customers by giving them a freebie when they … [Read more...] about Free Smoothie on National Flip Flop Day
Drive-In Movie Theaters in Maine
While drive-in movie theaters may be a thing of the past, in Maine they are not. According to Stacker.com, currently there are 177 drive-ins left in the United States. However, when ranking states by those that have the most and fewest drive-in movie theaters still showing films, guess … [Read more...] about Drive-In Movie Theaters in Maine
National Outlet Shopping Day in Maine
The folks at Simon Outlets created National Outlet Shopping Day in 2022, and they're bringing it back for 2023. I guess no one should be surprised that a company that owns one of the largest groups of outlet malls created this shopping holiday. And, as someone who loves shopping outlets, I was … [Read more...] about National Outlet Shopping Day in Maine
Live Nation Concert Week in Portland Maine
Live Nation Concert Week is back for 2023, and there are a few venues in Portland, Maine on the schedule. Not familiar with what this is? It's an annual event from Live Nation. It's the one time of the year when you can get concert tickets for just $25 to some of the biggest concert acts in … [Read more...] about Live Nation Concert Week in Portland Maine
Free Things to Do in Maine
Whether you're visiting Maine for the weekend or you're looking for something to add to your vacation itinerary, then you'll want to know about all the free things to do in the Southern part of the state. While vacations are undoubtedly beneficial for mental health, not everything enjoyable has … [Read more...] about Free Things to Do in Maine
Free Planet Fitness Membership for Teens
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
Maine Grocery Stores that Accept EBT Online
For the longest time, SNAP EBT recipients--in Maine or elsewhere--didn't have the option to shop at grocery stores online. Thankfully, the USDA has a SNAP Online Purchasing Pilot program up and running now. This gives SNAP recipients the option to grocery shop online using SNAP EBT benefits. The … [Read more...] about Maine Grocery Stores that Accept EBT Online
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 Spring … [Read more...] about Maine Farmers Markets