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
Family & Kids
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 the summer 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
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