This is the last week to be able to have Easter Bunny pictures taken at the Maine Mall. Don't miss this awesome opportunity. This post is sponsored by Cherry Hill Programs. All opinions are our own. Read our full disclosure here. When the Easter Bunny is at the Maine Mall You'll be … [Read more...] about Easter Bunny Pictures at the Maine Mall
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 … [Read more...] about Maine Holidays When Things Are Closed
Best Things to Do in Portland, Maine
I've been going to Portland, Maine almost as long as I've been alive. Twice a year we would visit my grandparents in Kezar Falls, about 40 miles west of Portland. Then, we would always accompany them on what they deemed a big shopping trip to this charming coastal city that many mistakenly think is … [Read more...] about Best Things to Do in Portland, Maine
Maine Maple Sunday is Official
We've been celebrating Maine Maple Sunday for years. However, now it is legit official. Here's why. Official Resolution about Maine Maple Sunday Maine's two U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King introduced a resolution designating the Sunday of Maine Maple Weekend officially as “Maine … [Read more...] about Maine Maple Sunday is Official
March Madness Brackets for Best Maine Lobster Roll
Now that the brackets for men's and women's basketball are out for March Madness, we at Southern Maine on the Cheap thought we might have some fun with our own March Madness. Except rather than focusing on basketball — and go University of Maine Black Bears women's basketball team, who punched a … [Read more...] about March Madness Brackets for Best Maine Lobster Roll
Win a Free Pair of Solar Eclipse Glasses
If you haven't gotten around to getting your solar eclipse glasses yet for the April 8, 2024 event, you might be in luck for a freebie. I just found out about a contest happening online this Friday, March 22, 2024. The winning prize? Free solar glasses. How to win a free pair of solar eclipse … [Read more...] about Win a Free Pair of Solar Eclipse Glasses
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
Where and How to View the Total Solar Eclipse in Maine
Did you know that there will be a total solar eclipse in Maine in 2024? In fact, it will cross Maine on April 8, 2024. This is limited to the western portion of Maine, which will be in the path of totality. As in total darkness. However, Mainers might see a slight darkening of daylight that … [Read more...] about Where and How to View the Total Solar Eclipse in Maine
Most Common Domestic Destinations from Portland International Jetport Airport
Starting in June 2024, American Airlines adds two daily direct, non-stop flights to LaGuardia Airport in New York City from Portland International Jetport. I wrote about this in this article about flying from Portland International Jetport. It covers the airlines that serve that airport and where … [Read more...] about Most Common Domestic Destinations from Portland International Jetport Airport
Car Seat Expiration Date
Did you know that there is such a thing as a car seat expiration date? Neither did I. It was only when writing about the annual Target car seat trade-in event that I learned of such a thing. It surely wasn't anything I thought about when my daughters were younger and riding in car seats. Since … [Read more...] about Car Seat Expiration Date
Understanding Maple Syrup Grades
If you have plans to attend Maine Maple Weekend and plan on bringing home maple syrup, it is important that you understand the different grades. You see, different kinds of maple syrup have different uses. Also, you may discover that some of the farms, sugarhouses and sap houses that will be open … [Read more...] about Understanding Maple Syrup Grades
Target Circle Program Changing
In March 2024, Target announced they were changing the Target Circle program. This is the store rewards program and also the app that you use on your phone when doing Target Drive Up. None of that is changing. Here are the details of what is changing about the Target Circle program. New … [Read more...] about Target Circle Program Changing