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Kennebunk Trivia Night and Pub Quizzes

Trivia night

There are lots of reasons we chose to move to Kennebunk. I never realized that being close to dozens of trivia opportunities would end up being one of the benefits. That's because once I started looking for pub quizzes and the like near my Kennebunk house, I was shocked to find so many … [Read more...] about Kennebunk Trivia Night and Pub Quizzes

Posted by Leah Ingram on August 7, 2025 | Updated August 7, 2025 Filed Under: Entertainment · Free & Cheap · Libraries · Trivia

Cheap Eats With Too Good To Go App

Examples from Too Good to Go app.

Do you like to shop the clearance aisle at stores, including grocery stores? I know that I do and so I was so excited to discover an app that focuses on surplus food. It’s called Too Good to Go. There's another app that focuses on supermarket leftovers and day-old food called Flashfood but it … [Read more...] about Cheap Eats With Too Good To Go App

Posted by Leah Ingram on July 31, 2025 | Updated July 31, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink · Free & Cheap

Free and Cheap Food Days on National Food Holidays

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You can thank the advent of national food holidays for the dozens of times throughout the year when you can enjoy free and cheap food. I mean, who doesn’t love getting free or cheap food and drink? Yes, please! For example, when my daughters were younger, my husband had a tradition with them. It … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Food Days on National Food Holidays

Posted by Leah Ingram on July 17, 2025 | Updated July 17, 2025 Filed Under: Free & Cheap

National Ice Cream Day: Maine’s Favorite Ice Cream Flavor and More

Graphic of Instacart top ice cream flavors.

When the summer heat peaks, Americans turn to a beloved classic to stay cool: ice cream. It's one of the reasons that we put together our roundup of the best ice cream shops in Southern Maine. With National Ice Cream Day right around the corner, on July 20, I thought it would be fun to share this … [Read more...] about National Ice Cream Day: Maine’s Favorite Ice Cream Flavor and More

Posted by Leah Ingram on July 17, 2025 | Updated July 17, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink · Free & Cheap

Cooling Centers in Southern Maine

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A cooling center is a facility that has been opened for short term operations due to a specific emergency or event. They are normally opened when hot temperatures may become dangerous, such as the current heat wave forecast for Southern Maine. Interestingly, many of the cooling centers are also … [Read more...] about Cooling Centers in Southern Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on June 22, 2025 | Updated June 22, 2025 Filed Under: Free & Cheap · Health & Wellness

Museum Passes from Maine Libraries

Exterior of the Portland Museum of Art in Portland maine.

Today, I received an email from the Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library in Kennebunkport, reminding me of the many benefits of my library card. One of them is being able to get museum passes for free from this and other Maine libraries. And while I've written about the unexpected benefits and … [Read more...] about Museum Passes from Maine Libraries

Posted by Leah Ingram on June 16, 2025 | Updated June 16, 2025 Filed Under: Family & Kids · Free & Cheap · Libraries · Museums & Attractions

Maine Libraries: Much more than just great books!

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You probably already knew that you could borrow more than just books at your local public library. However, are you aware of all of the benefits that come with your Maine library card? For example, you are able to download digital books via the Libby app in case you can't get to the library to … [Read more...] about Maine Libraries: Much more than just great books!

Posted by Leah Ingram on June 16, 2025 | Updated June 16, 2025 Filed Under: Family & Kids · Free & Cheap · Fun Stuff · Libraries

Free Things to Do in Southern Maine This Week

Garden Street Bowling alley in Kennebunk maine.

What is there to do this week in Southern Maine that won't cost you anything to enjoy? A lot! This list includes things to do in Portland and the surrounding areas, this week, from Monday to Sunday. You’ll find games of trivia, live music and dance, kids’ activities, language classes, seasonal … [Read more...] about Free Things to Do in Southern Maine This Week

Posted by Leah Ingram on June 9, 2025 | Updated June 9, 2025 Filed Under: Free & Cheap

American Flag Disposal Options in Southern Maine

An American flag displayed on a porch in front of white hydrangeas.

As a Girl Scout for most of my childhood years, there were certain rules, regulations and etiquette I learned about the American flag. For instance, it should never touch the ground. And, when it tears or is worn out, you should properly dispose of it. Having recently flown our flag for Memorial … [Read more...] about American Flag Disposal Options in Southern Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on June 5, 2025 | Updated June 8, 2025 Filed Under: Everything Else · Free & Cheap · Green Living & Recycling · Services

National Doughnut Day in Maine

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The first Friday in June is always National Doughnut Day or Donut Day if you like to spell it that way. Either way, that means that Friday, June 6, 2025 is a day when you may be able to find free or cheap doughnuts/donuts in Maine. Where to go on National Donut Day in Maine When I'd included … [Read more...] about National Doughnut Day in Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on June 3, 2025 | Updated June 4, 2025 Filed Under: Dining Deals · Food & Drink · Free & Cheap

Birthday Freebies in Maine for Kids and Teens

birthday freebies for kids and teens

I’ve built out a list of birthday freebies for kids and teens. Why teens? Because some restaurants with a rewards club ask users to be at least 13 years old to join. Some want you to be at least 18 (no fun)! On the other hand, many of the restaurants that have kids eat free promotions on a regular … [Read more...] about Birthday Freebies in Maine for Kids and Teens

Posted by Leah Ingram on June 1, 2025 | Updated June 1, 2025 Filed Under: Dining Deals · Free & Cheap

Birthday Freebies in Maine

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Looking for free stuff you can get on your birthday is nothing new for our family. Looking for birthday freebies in Maine was. For example, I already know about the chain restaurants with freebies, discounts or gifts that you can get from them. And I've included them here. But what about … [Read more...] about Birthday Freebies in Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on June 1, 2025 | Updated June 2, 2025 Filed Under: Dining Deals · Free & Cheap

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