After writing my article about the daylight savings time deal from GrubHub, I remembered that there was a GrubHub Amazon Prime offer that I'd still not taken advantage of. Basically: if you're an Amazon Prime member, which I am, you could get a year of GrubHub for free. This deal first came out … [Read more...] about GrubHub Amazon Prime Deal
When is Daylight Savings Time
Whenever I'm thinking about daylight savings time versus standard time, I always have to remember the adage my mother taught me: spring forward or fall back. That being said, I know the clocks move forward in spring and go back an hour in fall. However, into which measure of time? Is daylight … [Read more...] about When is Daylight Savings Time
Film Concerts Live in Portland
Have you ever wanted to enjoy film concerts live — meaning you watched a movie while a symphony orchestra plays along? Some people call these movies in concert. While I couldn't figure out when this phenomenon of live music with a movie in a concert hall, I did come across some pretty amazing … [Read more...] about Film Concerts Live in Portland
Mainers Can Still Get Energy Tax Credits
When the Inflation Reduction Act passed in 2022, I knew that it offered all Americans the ability to make energy-efficient improvements to their homes and receive tax credits for it. However, it wasn't until I got a postcard in the mail from Efficiency Maine that I remembered those tax credits are … [Read more...] about Mainers Can Still Get Energy Tax Credits
How to Compost in the Winter
If you like to recycle your food scraps, you may think that you can't compost in the winter. Perhaps you assumed that working a compost pile is something you can only do during warm weather. Well, think again. This guide explains how it is, in fact, possible to continue composting all year long, … [Read more...] about How to Compost in the Winter
Maine Maple Weekend 2024: 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 … [Read more...] about Maine Maple Weekend 2024: Where to Go and What to Do
What You Need to Know about Flights to Portland Maine
If you’re looking for flights to Portland, Maine, there are a few important things you need to know. One, the Portland, Maine airport is actually called the Jetport. In fact, it’s the Portland International Jetport. Two, its call letters are PWM. And, three, it’s one of the nicest, small … [Read more...] about What You Need to Know about Flights to Portland Maine
Tips for Thrift Shopping
In my book Suddenly Frugal: How to Live Happier and Healthier for Less, I talked about how I grew up going thrift shopping without even realizing it. That's because my Mainer mother learned to stretch a buck by reusing things and also shopping in thrift environments. These secondhand shops often … [Read more...] about Tips for Thrift Shopping
IHOP Free Pancakes on National Pancake Day
You have two opportunities to enjoy IHOP free pancakes on National Pancake Day each year. That's because there are two pancake holidays annually. One, there is IHOP free pancakes on IHOP's own pancake holiday. In 2024, that occurs on February 13. Two, then there is the nationwide National … [Read more...] about IHOP Free Pancakes on National Pancake Day
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
Maine Slang Phrases
I grew up thinking nothing of the Maine slang phrases that my grandparents, aunt (pronounced "ahnt") uncle and cousins used regularly. However, it wasn't the same for my daughters. When my mother's brother visited us over the holidays, he used the adjective "wicked." No big deal, if you've lived … [Read more...] about Maine Slang Phrases
Target Car Seat Trade In
Twice a year, you can usually count on the Target Car Seat trade-in event. This is a great opportunity if you have an old car seat that you'd like to have recycled. Also, if you're in the market for a new car seat--or have a pregnant person in your life who is--you can save money on the … [Read more...] about Target Car Seat Trade In