We never stopped to think about what to do with pumpkins after Halloween until one year we stumbled on something brilliant. At that time we had a yard waste compost at our home. After carving our Halloween pumpkins with our daughters, we tossed the pumpkin guts in that compost. Throughout fall we … [Read more...] about What to Do with Pumpkins After Halloween
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Where to Get Free and Cheap Coffee on National Coffee Day
National Coffee Day is one of my favorite food holidays of the year. I mean, no disrespect to National Doughnut Day or National Bagel Day. However, coffee is something I drink every day. Literally. So the idea of being able to get a cup for free or cheap is always a highlight for me. When is … [Read more...] about Where to Get Free and Cheap Coffee on National Coffee Day
How to Order Free Covid Test Kits
The Federal Government is back again in 2024 with offers to ship free Covid tests to Americans. This includes Mainers. This article explains how you can find or request free Covid test kits. Free test kits from the Federal government Once again, the Federal government is making free Covid … [Read more...] about How to Order Free Covid Test Kits
Maine Open Lighthouse Day
One of my favorite things about living in Maine is how many lighthouses I can drive to see in a day. Just today we swung by the Nubble Lighthouse in Cape Neddick, York. It's my favorite lighthouse. Also, I never thought I would ever have a favorite lighthouse but I do. Lots of Mainers and others … [Read more...] about Maine Open Lighthouse Day
Free Things to Do in Maine
Whether you're visiting Maine for the weekend or you're looking for something to add to your vacation itinerary, then you'll want to know about all the free things to do in the Southern part of the state. While vacations are undoubtedly beneficial for mental health, not everything enjoyable has … [Read more...] about Free Things to Do in Maine
Fall Blizzard BOGO at Dairy Queen
Even though it feels like fall here in Maine, it is still technically summer. And what do I love most about summer? Eating ice cream. Well, Dairy Queen is here to help me — and you — continue to enjoy ice cream through the last day of summer. Fall Blizzard BOGO at Dairy Queen From September … [Read more...] about Fall Blizzard BOGO at Dairy Queen
Vinegar Hill: An Extraordinary Venue in Southern Maine
Vinegar Hill Music Theatre is a music, comedy, film and lecture venue that is located in a late-1800s barn, with an exposed wooden structure. When you arrive, you enter through a garden gate into a courtyard complete with an outdoor bar and casual seating. The rustic elegance is quintessential New … [Read more...] about Vinegar Hill: An Extraordinary Venue in Southern Maine
Maine Libraries: Much more than just great books!
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!
Seashore Trolley Museum Deals and Events
On Saturday, May 4, 2024, the Seashore Trolley Museum opened for its 85th season. It's a place that would make "Big Bang Theory'' character Sheldon Cooper feel like he'd died and gone to heaven: this outdoor museum, on the Kennebunkport/Arundel town line, is filled with trains of all kinds. This … [Read more...] about Seashore Trolley Museum Deals and Events
Preview a New TV Show and Get Paid For It
Do you want to watch a new, yet-to-be-aired TV series at home…and get paid for it? Read on to learn how! Preview a New TV Show and Get Paid For It Preview Free Movies is recruiting both men and women ages 18 to 40 for a private screening of a potential new TV series. The screenings will … [Read more...] about Preview a New TV Show and Get Paid For It
Watch new The Sneetches movie at home with your child and get paid for it
Want to watch a new movie at home with your child…and get paid for it? Read on to learn how! Preview Free Movies is recruiting parents in Maine with children of a certain age to attend a private, online screening of the upcoming feature film called The Sneetches. This online viewing will … [Read more...] about Watch new The Sneetches movie at home with your child and get paid for it
Cooling Centers in Southern Maine
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 we are experiencing in Maine. Interestingly, many of the cooling centers are also … [Read more...] about Cooling Centers in Southern Maine