I've just updated this article on how to see Santa at the Maine Mall, because we just got back from taking our dogs to have pictures with Santa there. It was a hoot. Santa was a real dog lover and so was the staff. Treats for everyone! Speaking of treats, this article includes a coupon code that … [Read more...] about How to See Santa at the Maine Mall: Pictures with Kids and Dogs
Holidays
Menorah Lightings in Southern Maine
Chanukah starts this year on the evening of Thursday, December 7, and ends eight days later. For Mainers who celebrate the Jewish Festival of Lights, they'll likely set up menorahs at home. However, if you would like to celebrate in your community with group menorah lightings, we've tracked … [Read more...] about Menorah Lightings in Southern Maine
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonies in Southern Maine
Southern Maine towns love to get decked out for the holidays in classic New England styles. For most, dressing up downtown includes a brightly lit Christmas tree in the center of downtown. In fact, those tree lighting ceremonies are a big deal in York and Cumberland counties. Some are part of … [Read more...] about Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonies in Southern Maine
Buying a Farm Fresh Thanksgiving Turkey in Southern Maine
It’s early November as I write this and, in truth, it is likely too late to order a fresh Thanksgiving turkey from a local farm. Many farms begin taking orders in June for a November delivery. So mark your calendar today for next year. There is always a chance that there could be a cancellation, … [Read more...] about Buying a Farm Fresh Thanksgiving Turkey in Southern Maine
Maine Christmas Tree Farms
Growing up, I never had to visit any of the Maine Christmas tree farms to get the tree we would put up in my grandparent's home. That's because they lived in a rural corner or northwest York County and we could just walk into their woods to get our own tree. And cut down our own tree we did for many … [Read more...] about Maine Christmas Tree Farms