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
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LL Bean Concerts: Free in Freeport
On Saturday evenings throughout the summer, LL Bean sponsors free concerts at Discovery Park. They call this concert series "Summer in the Park." The first concert of the 2024 season is July 4th. LL Bean Concerts Discovery Park is an outdoor space that is adjacent to the LL Bean flagship … [Read more...] about LL Bean Concerts: Free in Freeport
Free Smoothie on National Flip Flop Day
Good thing the weather is supposed to be warm on National Flip Flop Day, which is May 31st. That's because you'll need to grab a pair and wear them to a Tropical Smoothie Cafe if you want a free smoothie. You see, each year Tropical Smoothie rewards customers by giving them a freebie when they … [Read more...] about Free Smoothie on National Flip Flop Day
Auntie Anne’s National Pretzel Day Offer
As I wrote about in this roundup of national food days and holidays, National Pretzel Day happens each year in late April. This year that food holiday falls on April 26. Primarily, you'll find free pretzel offers from national chains. However, most of the chains don't have a presence in … [Read more...] about Auntie Anne’s National Pretzel Day Offer
Free Shaved Kona Ice on Tax Day
I'd hoped to do a roundup of tax day freebies, but this free shaved ice offer from Kona Ice was the only one I could find in Southern Maine. Let's hope the weather on tax day is as warm as it was the previous week, because then you'll really want some free shaved ice. Anyway, Kona Ice is calling … [Read more...] about Free Shaved Kona Ice on Tax Day
Starbucks Reusable Cup Discount
There is nothing new about getting a discount on your coffee when you bring a Starbucks reusable cup with you. In fact, many years ago, I wrote an article about Earth Day discounts and covered lots of coffee shops that would take something like 10 cents off your order when you brought your own … [Read more...] about Starbucks Reusable Cup Discount
EcoMaine EcoFest for Earth Day
EcoMaine is sponsoring what it is calling EcoFest for Earth Day this year. In case you didn't know, EcoMaine is southern Maine’s leader in recycling and waste-to-energy operations. It serves about one-third of the state’s population. Twenty Maine communities own EcoMaine, which is … [Read more...] about EcoMaine EcoFest for Earth Day
Sierra Club Maine Chapter Earth Day Activities
Sierra Club's Maine Chapter started in 1993, which means it is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2023. In case you didn't know, the Sierra Club's Maine Chapter's mission is: Sierra Club Maine Chapter Earth Day activities Given this mission, it's no surprise that the Maine Chapter will … [Read more...] about Sierra Club Maine Chapter Earth Day Activities
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
Cracker Barrel Has a Gift For You
This month, you can enjoy a two free Cracker Barrel gifts. Both are in time for Valentine's Day. The big one is this: if you get engaged at Cracker Barrel, you could win free food for a year. Maybe you met working at Cracker Barrel? Or maybe you like to park your RV at one of the 600-plus … [Read more...] about Cracker Barrel Has a Gift For You
Senior Discounts in Maine
This article is a roundup of senior discounts in Maine. It includes information about what age qualifies you for a senior citizen discount–even if you don’t feel like a senior citizen. One of the most popular places for seniors to get discounts is at a restaurant. However, when it comes to Maine, … [Read more...] about Senior Discounts in Maine