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Free Underwear at Duluth Trading in South Portland April 2025

Inside Duluth store in South Portland Maine for free underwear event.

Have you ever been to the Duluth Trading store in South Portland? If not, you may want to head there on April 12th and 13th. Like last year, the store is giving away free underwear. Really — this is not an April Fool's joke. We went last year and each got new underwear. Pictures here are from last … [Read more...] about Free Underwear at Duluth Trading in South Portland April 2025

Posted by Leah Ingram on April 11, 2025 | Updated April 11, 2025 Filed Under: Free & Cheap · Fun Stuff

Tapping Maple Trees to Make Your Own Maple Syrup

A drop of sap coming out a spigot into a bucket on a maple tree.

Have you always wanted to try tapping maple trees on your property so you could make your own maple syrup? Then you’re in luck because maple syrup season is almost here. You may have noticed buckets on your neighbors' trees — I have seen them here in Kennebunk. Shifting maple syrup … [Read more...] about Tapping Maple Trees to Make Your Own Maple Syrup

Posted by Leah Ingram on March 3, 2025 | Updated March 3, 2025 Filed Under: Frugal Living · Fun Stuff

The Best Ice Cream Shops From Portsmouth to Portland

Blueberry Float from the Scoop Deck in Wells, ME

In all honesty, this post began as my search for the best blueberry ice cream in Maine. Since blueberries are the official Maine fruit, this seemed like like an ideal summer quest. However, I soon realized that there are countless versions of blueberry ice cream and many were very good. Choosing a … [Read more...] about The Best Ice Cream Shops From Portsmouth to Portland

Posted by William Behre on August 25, 2024 | Updated February 25, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink · Fun Stuff · Pets

What to Do Near Portland Maine in the Next Week

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Are you loving the Maine summer season? It is time for eating lobster rolls and visiting lighthouses. Along with those activities, here are some of our favorite things to do near Portland Maine in the coming week. What to Do This Week Near Portland Maine Here's a rundown of fun stuff … [Read more...] about What to Do Near Portland Maine in the Next Week

Posted by Leah Ingram on August 13, 2024 | Updated August 16, 2024 Filed Under: Fun Stuff

Maine Libraries: Much more than just great books!

maine library cards

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 August 9, 2024 | Updated December 4, 2024 Filed Under: Family & Kids · Free & Cheap · Fun Stuff

Foxx Run Farm in Hiram Maine

Foxx Run Farm's journey from a small hobby farm to a thriving agricultural enterprise is a testament to the power of family, community, and sustainable practices. Established in 2007 on 7 acres in Ossipee, NH, the farm began as a refuge from busy careers and a way to connect with nature. The … [Read more...] about Foxx Run Farm in Hiram Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on August 5, 2024 | Updated February 26, 2025 Filed Under: Fun Stuff · Thanksgiving Turkey

Frinklepod Farm: A fantastic find in Arundel!

Frinklepod Farm Sign

This year, Maine's Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry began Maine Open Farm Day. It's like Maine Maple Weekend, but for farms. In all honesty, we missed the early announcement, so this event kind of snuck up on us this year. As a result, we only made it to one local farm. However, … [Read more...] about Frinklepod Farm: A fantastic find in Arundel!

Posted by William Behre on July 29, 2024 | Updated February 26, 2025 Filed Under: Fairs & Festivals · Family & Kids · Food & Drink · Fun Stuff · Green Living & Recycling Tagged With: dog friendly

Outdoor and Art Museum Yoga in Maine

yoga teacher teaching a group of people at the park

Last year we wrote about the free yoga classes you could take outdoors in Discovery Park in Freeport, across from L.L. Bean. On our last trip to Freeport earlier this month, we noticed that Discovery Park was under construction. So, it's not clear if there will be outdoor yoga classes again for … [Read more...] about Outdoor and Art Museum Yoga in Maine

Posted by Leah Ingram on July 10, 2024 | Updated February 25, 2025 Filed Under: Fun Stuff · Health & Wellness

Lobster Roll Smackdown! Which is better, Maine style or Connecticut style?

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It's an age-old question. Should lobster rolls be served cold with mayonnaise or warm with butter? You can help us decide by taking our survey. In short, there are basically two types of rolls. The Maine roll is served cold on a toasted split hot dog bun and slathered in a mayo sauce. The … [Read more...] about Lobster Roll Smackdown! Which is better, Maine style or Connecticut style?

Posted by William Behre on April 10, 2024 | Updated February 24, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink · Fun Stuff

March Madness Championship Best Maine Lobster Roll 2024 Updated

Bite into Maime champion maine lobster roll tournament bracket (Instagram Post)

Well, the people of Maine have spoken. And by an overwhelming majority, Bite Into Maine is the 2024 Champion for the Best Maine Lobster Roll. Here is the officially updated bracket showing Bite Into Maine as the winner! We've enjoyed Bite Into Maine lobster rolls at their food truck at … [Read more...] about March Madness Championship Best Maine Lobster Roll 2024 Updated

Posted by Leah Ingram on April 9, 2024 | Updated February 26, 2025 Filed Under: Food & Drink · Fun Stuff

Final Four March Madness Best Maine Lobster Roll

final 4 maine lobster roll tournament bracket featured image

The basketball Final Four is coming up this weekend. The women play on Friday, April 5. And the men play on Saturday, April 6. And here at Southern Maine on the Cheap, we've rolled onto the Final Four of our bracket for the best Maine lobster roll. The Elite 8 voting is now closed. Final … [Read more...] about Final Four March Madness Best Maine Lobster Roll

Posted by Leah Ingram on April 3, 2024 | Updated February 26, 2025 Filed Under: Fun Stuff

How to Get Solar Eclipse Glasses

Woman with solar eclipse glasses, for safe viewing of a solar eclipse

NASA recommends that you invest in safe solar viewing glasses — also called eclipse glasses — or a safe handheld solar viewer. Planetariums usually sell them in their gift shops. However, what if you don't live near a planetarium? Where can you get solar eclipse glasses before the big … [Read more...] about How to Get Solar Eclipse Glasses

Posted by Leah Ingram on April 3, 2024 | Updated February 25, 2025 Filed Under: Free & Cheap · Fun Stuff

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