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Ogunquit Trolley in Maine

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Whenever my husband and I drive into Ogunquit to have dinner, we always see people waiting for the Ogunquit Trolley. While not at bona fide bus stops — with shelters and what not like you might see in major cities — there is always a bench or sign that says "Trolley Stop." That's where we see … [Read more...] about Ogunquit Trolley in Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on May 20, 2025 | Updated May 20, 2025 Filed Under: Family & Kids · Travel & Getaways

Regal Summer Movie Express in Maine and NH

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Before you know it, school will be out and you'll be looking for things to do with your kids. One of the free and cheap things you can on a summer day — especially on a rainy day in Southern Maine — is go to the movies. That's where the Regal Summer Movie Express program comes in. Regal Summer … [Read more...] about Regal Summer Movie Express in Maine and NH

Posted by Leah Ingram on May 19, 2025 | Updated May 20, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family & Kids · Free & Cheap · Movies

How to Celebrate Pollinator Week in Maine

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Pollinator Week happens every year, and in 2025 it is June 16 through June 22. Maine is a great place to celebrate pollinators and learn the vital role pollinators play in the ecosystem, pollinating many plants that produce fruits, vegetables and nuts. Pollinator Week aims to raise awareness and … [Read more...] about How to Celebrate Pollinator Week in Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on May 8, 2025 | Updated May 11, 2025 Filed Under: Family & Kids · Green Living & Recycling · Outdoors

Maine Colleges and Universities with Employee Tuition Benefits

2018 Late October Fall Foliage and Campus Scenics.

In 2015, we sent our youngest to college and soon thereafter I published a book on how to pay for college. One of the chapters focused on working at a college or university that offered tuition benefits for your family members. This is a great option for a parent looking for a job and who would like … [Read more...] about Maine Colleges and Universities with Employee Tuition Benefits

Posted by Leah Ingram on April 29, 2025 | Updated April 29, 2025 Filed Under: Colleges and Universities · Family & Kids

2025 Easter Bunny Pictures at the Maine Mall Plus Coupon for Freebie

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The Easter Bunny has been at the Maine Mall since Friday, March 28 and he's waiting to take holiday pictures with you and your family. Now is the perfect time to make an appointment to have pictures taken with the Easter Bunny. Don't miss this awesome opportunity, which ends on April 19. Children … [Read more...] about 2025 Easter Bunny Pictures at the Maine Mall Plus Coupon for Freebie

Posted by Leah Ingram on April 10, 2025 | Updated April 10, 2025 Filed Under: Family & Kids · Holidays · Pets

Museums for All in Southern Maine

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Museums for All is a new-to-me program. What is Museums for All? "[T]hose receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 1,000 museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their SNAP EBT (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Electronic … [Read more...] about Museums for All in Southern Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on April 3, 2025 | Updated April 3, 2025 Filed Under: Family & Kids · Free & Cheap · Museums & Attractions

Easter Egg Hunts in Southern Maine

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I've just updated this article on Easter egg hunts that towns and organizations put together for kids. Most are scheduled for Saturday, April 12, 2025. Where you'll find Easter egg hunts near you I've put together this list of Easter egg hunts happening in 2025. Most are occuring the before … [Read more...] about Easter Egg Hunts in Southern Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on April 3, 2025 | Updated April 3, 2025 Filed Under: Family & Kids

Maine Maple Weekend 2025: Where to Go and What to Do

Traditional aluminum buckets collect sap from an old maple tree to be sued for making maple syrup and sugar in southern Maine.

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 course, … [Read more...] about Maine Maple Weekend 2025: Where to Go and What to Do

Posted by Leah Ingram on March 22, 2025 | Updated March 22, 2025 Filed Under: Fairs & Festivals · Family & Kids · Free & Cheap · Maine Maple Weekend

Breakfast with Santa in Southern Maine

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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

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

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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

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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

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