For the longest time, SNAP EBT recipients--in Maine or elsewhere--didn't have the option to shop at grocery stores online. Thankfully, the USDA has a SNAP Online Purchasing Pilot program up and running now. This gives SNAP recipients the option to grocery shop online using SNAP EBT benefits. The … [Read more...] about Maine Grocery Stores that Accept EBT Online
Shopping Bargains
Target Lowering Prices on Everyday Items
Despite reports from the federal government that inflation is improving, everyday shoppers like you and me probably aren't seeing that on an everyday level. For example, while shopping at Hannaford recently, I spied a can of whipped cream costing close to $7. Seven dollars. While the cost of … [Read more...] about Target Lowering Prices on Everyday Items
Healthcare Worker Discounts
National Nurses Week (May 6-12) is the perfect time to share discounts that healthcare workers, including nurses, can enjoy year round. What is a healthcare worker discount? Those working in the medical field are able to save money when shopping at certain stores. All they need to do is confirm … [Read more...] about Healthcare Worker Discounts
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
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
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
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
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
What is Renys Department Store
Recently, I met someone whose goal was to visit every Reny department store location in Maine. And after a year of traveling, she finally did it. Funny, I feel similarly about getting to every Marden's store in Maine. However, maybe I need to make it my goal to go to all of the Renys stores in … [Read more...] about What is Renys Department Store
Target Circle Week Offers
The offers that Target is giving during Circle Week is designed to go up against Amazon Prime Day. I'm sure other retailers will also announce their own summer shopping holidays to compete with Amazon’s own shopping holiday. But let's focus on Target Circle Week--when it is, what it is and how … [Read more...] about Target Circle Week Offers
National Outlet Shopping Day in Maine
The folks at Simon Outlets created National Outlet Shopping Day in 2022, and they're bringing it back for 2023. I guess no one should be surprised that a company that owns one of the largest groups of outlet malls created this shopping holiday. And, as someone who loves shopping outlets, I was … [Read more...] about National Outlet Shopping Day in Maine