Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village is home to the only active Shaker Community in the world and is a National Historic Landmark. It encompasses 17 buildings and 1750 acres of land. The Shakers have been farming since 1783. On this site you can see Scottish highland cattle, sheep, bees, orchards, gardens … [Read more...] about The Shaker Museum at Sabbath Day Lake, New Goucester
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Things to do in the Kennebunks and Arundel
Known locally at the Three Towns, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel are fantastic destinations for tourists and wonderful places to call home. The Kennebunks are known for their cool downtowns, splendid homes and magnificent beaches and nature preserves. Arundel is home to rolling pastures, one … [Read more...] about Things to do in the Kennebunks and Arundel
Recycle Old Jeans at Maine Target Stores
Target is having its first denim recycling event, which it is calling the Denim Take Back Event. It runs this year August 4-10, 2024 — the height of back-to-school shopping season and during a few tax-free weekends aka sales tax holidays. Target Denim Recycling Event Explained What is the … [Read more...] about Recycle Old Jeans at Maine Target Stores
Fourth of July Fireworks in Maine
While our dogs Sadie and Oscar don't love July Fourth fireworks, it seems like almost every else does. If you want to head out for a show, here's a rundown of fireworks in and around southern Maine. Our listing starts just over the boarder in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and moves north along the coast … [Read more...] about Fourth of July Fireworks in Maine
Surprising Places to Use SNAP EBT Benefits
Did you know that SNAP EBT benefits used to be called food stamps and that recipients can use those benefits to get healthy food in places other than supermarkets? Farmers markets are one of those unexpected places that take SNAP EBT — and many markets are opening for the spring season now. Here is … [Read more...] about Surprising Places to Use SNAP EBT Benefits
Our Lunch at the Lobster Shack
You might remember us mentioning Footbridge Lobster in our roundup of southern Maine lobster shacks. Last year, we sampled their fare at the walk-up window and loved it. More recently when our friends John and Penny visited from California and asked for fresh lobster rolls, we headed in their … [Read more...] about Our Lunch at the Lobster Shack
Understanding Maple Syrup Grades
If you have plans to attend Maine Maple Weekend and plan on bringing home maple syrup, it is important that you understand the different grades. You see, different kinds of maple syrup have different uses. Also, you may discover that some of the farms, sugarhouses and sap houses that will be open … [Read more...] about Understanding Maple Syrup Grades
What You Need to Know About Girl Scout Cookie Sale Season
I know that so many people get excited when Girl Scout cookie sale season starts each year. That’s why I’ve put together this primer about Girl Scout cookie sales starting in Maine. I’ve dug deep to find answers to the most common questions about Girl Scout cookies. This include: What you … [Read more...] about What You Need to Know About Girl Scout Cookie Sale Season
Emergency Car Kit for Winter
Recently, we had to drive from Southern Maine to Pittsburgh. Sadly, a friend had died suddenly, and we didn't have time to get a dog sitter. So, our pups Oscar and Sadie had to come with us, thus why we drove versus flying. We also were able to book a dog-friendly hotel in Pittsburgh, but I'm … [Read more...] about Emergency Car Kit for Winter
Best Apples for Baking
While apple picking season in Maine officially ends in the fall, you can easily use apples year round for baking. Many of these varieties that are best for baking are grown right here in Southern Maine. That's why we've put together this article on the best apples for baking. Of course, fresh is … [Read more...] about Best Apples for Baking
9 Interesting Facts About Maine
I still remember my fifth grade project that required me to come up with a report with interesting facts about Maine. Everyone in our class was assigned a different U.S. state, and I was thrilled to get Maine. My grandparents lived in Maine, my mother grew up in Maine and being in Maine was a big … [Read more...] about 9 Interesting Facts About Maine
Movies Filmed in Maine
Recently, I volunteered at the Seashore Trolley Museum in Kennebunkport. If you haven't been, they have a huge collection of vintages trains, including New York City subways cars. The people I was volunteering with told me that the original version of the movie "The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3" used some … [Read more...] about Movies Filmed in Maine