Apple picking in Maine is great family fun. And nothing evokes a New England autumn like apple picking. Maine apple picking season typically runs from mid-September into late October. Each apple variety ripens at its own pace. So, if you have favorites and hope to get them when you visit a … [Read more...] about Favorite Spots for Southern Maine Apple Picking
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Mini Golf in Southern Maine
You'll find several great mini golf courses in Southern Maine. Many are located on or near Route 1 (aka Portland Road). We even found one mini golf course where we could bring our dogs, Oscar and Sadie with us. Yes, Maine has dog-friendly mini golf. Who knew? So, grab your putter (or borrow … [Read more...] about Mini Golf in Southern Maine
Exploring the Polar Express Portland Maine Train Ride
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
Dog Friendly Beaches in Southern Maine
When we decided to buy a house in Kennebunk, Maine, I was so excited to learn that there were dog friendly beaches nearby. In fact, these were beaches where we could take our dogs were available year round. That is, dogs could go on the sand and in the water all year. However, the times of … [Read more...] about Dog Friendly Beaches in Southern Maine
LL Bean Movies in the Park
Every Friday during Summer 2023 is family movie night in Freeport. That's when LL Bean Movies in the Park lights up the outdoor screen and brings good, clean family entertainment to locals and visitors alike. LL Bean Movies in the Park These outdoor movies have been an LL Bean summer … [Read more...] about LL Bean Movies in the Park
Indoor Things to Do
Chances are at some point you'll need to figure out indoor things to do on a rainy day or, in summer, on an excessively hot day. You know, a day when you can't go to the beach in Wells, Kennebunk or Old Orchard Beach. Good thing I've got tons of ideas for indoor fun for kids, families and … [Read more...] about Indoor Things to Do
Where to View the 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 unlike the solar eclipse of October 14, 2023. That is limited to the western portion of the United States. However, Mainers might see a slight darkening of … [Read more...] about Where to View the Solar Eclipse in Maine
Free Pictures with the Easter Bunny
While your kids and pets won't be able to go to PetSmart or Petco for free pictures with the Easter Bunny this year, they can definitely head over to the Cabela's in Scarborough for this springtime event. This year Cabela's is opening a reservation system, because pictures with the Easter Bunny … [Read more...] about Free Pictures with the Easter Bunny
Kids Free Bowling in Maine
If you're planning your summer vacation now, I wanted to tell you about kids free bowling in Maine. That is, through the organization KidsBowlFree, I've identified a handful of Southern Maine bowling alleys that allow kids to bowl for free over the summer. This is a great option if you don't … [Read more...] about Kids Free Bowling in Maine
Maine Maple Weekend: 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: Where to Go and What to Do
Candlepin Bowling in Maine
My introduction to candlepin bowling in Maine was going to the Strike and Spare bowling alley in Kezar Falls. That's where my grandfather, an avid bowler, was in a league. My cousins and I loved going with our Grandpa Maine--that's what we called him--because we didn't have that kind of bowling … [Read more...] about Candlepin Bowling in Maine
Museums for All in Southern Maine
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