April showers may bring May flowers (and mud season), but they also bring many Maine farmers markets. That is, many farmers markets and farm stands in the state open in May. Of course, there are year-round farmers markets, including those that run through the winter. Adobe Photos Spring … [Read more...] about Maine Farmers Markets
Shopping Bargains
Target Circle Program Changing
In March 2024, Target announced they were changing the Target Circle program. This is the store rewards program and also the app that you use on your phone when doing Target Drive Up. None of that is changing. Here are the details of what is changing about the Target Circle program. New … [Read more...] about Target Circle Program Changing
When is Daylight Savings Time
Whenever I'm thinking about daylight savings time versus standard time, I always have to remember the adage my mother taught me: spring forward or fall back. That being said, I know the clocks move forward in spring and go back an hour in fall. However, into which measure of time? Is daylight … [Read more...] about When is Daylight Savings Time
Target Car Seat Trade In
Twice a year, you can usually count on the Target Car Seat trade-in event. This is a great opportunity if you have an old car seat that you'd like to have recycled. Also, if you're in the market for a new car seat--or have a pregnant person in your life who is--you can save money on the … [Read more...] about Target Car Seat Trade In
Costco in Maine is Open and I Just Got Back
I first wrote about Maine's first Costco coming to Scarborough in early 2023. Well, opening day finally arrived on November 17, 2023. And you can bet your bottom dollar that I went albeit not right at the 8 a.m. opening time. Anyway, now that the notion of Costco in Maine has moved from … [Read more...] about Costco in Maine is Open and I Just Got Back
Target Stores in Maine
When we were first thinking of moving to Maine, I wasn’t sure I could ever go shopping at Target. You see, I have a sort of retail litmus test when considering where I might want to live. I’ll usually find out if the following stores are nearby: As you likely know, Costco is opening its … [Read more...] about Target Stores in Maine
Shopping at the Maine Mall in South Portland
When we would visit my grandparents in Kezar Falls each summer, we always planned a day trip visit to the Maine Mall in South Portland. At that time the Mall was the biggest and best place to go shopping for clothing, accessories and more. While stores like Target and Walmart are now scattered … [Read more...] about Shopping at the Maine Mall in South Portland
Guide to Southern Maine Small Business Saturday Events
When it comes to Small Business Saturday, many cities and towns have put together a slate of special shopping events for the residents and visitors alike. It's a great way to encourage us to shop locally. For example, the Saco salon where I get my haircut is having a special, beauty-related event … [Read more...] about Guide to Southern Maine Small Business Saturday Events
Pajama Shopping Day in Kennebunk
You're probably familiar with Small Business Saturday, but did you know about Pajama Shopping Day in Kennebunk? It's a special version of the small business holiday that not only encourages visitors and residents to shop locally but to do so in their pajamas. For real. Part of the kickoff for … [Read more...] about Pajama Shopping Day in Kennebunk
What is ReStore Thrift Store
Have you shopped yet at the ReStore thrift store? If not, you're missing out. We were able to furnish nearly most of our Kennebunk house with furniture and decor we bought at ReStore. This includes a kitchen table with eight chairs for which we paid $80. In addition, we've secured … [Read more...] about What is ReStore Thrift Store
Shopping at Marden’s Discount Stores
If you're looking for some of the best outlet shopping in Maine, I suggest you check out Marden's discount stores. Technically, Marden's is a salvage and surplus store. That's a place where retailers send their excess inventory that didn't sell. However, during a recent visit to Marden's in … [Read more...] about Shopping at Marden’s Discount Stores
Teacher Discounts at Maine Stores
After writing about these summer teacher appreciation savings deals, I wondered if there were teacher discounts year round at Maine stores. Turns out there are plenty. In fact, when it comes to teacher discounts, there are a few things to keep in mind. Overview of teacher discounts One, … [Read more...] about Teacher Discounts at Maine Stores