Thanksgiving is all about family, football, food and relaxation – right? Not always when you’re the one hosting! All too often moms (and dads) find themselves missing out on the fun because they’re hustling in the kitchen, trying to feed an army of extended family. This year, spend more time with the ones you love…
13 Local Veterans To Be Thankful for Today and Every Day
Earlier this month we launched our “Thank a Veteran” Giveaway and as per usual, you all blew us away with your thoughtful, emotional entries. We could only pick one winner, but we wanted to share our appreciation for the bravery and sacrifice of everyone who entered and also take this opportunity to express our gratitude…
Egg Nog is Back!
It’s the happ-happiest season of all… You’ve been asking for it and now it’s back! Oakhurst Egg Nog will be hitting shelves the end of this month in traditional, Light and Buttered Rum flavors to enjoy this holiday season. Once again, we’ll be donating 5 cents from every ‘Nog purchase to the Salvation Army of…
4 Fall Recipes to Keep You Warm All Season Long
Sweater weather is finally here and besides cute little babies in warm, snuggly hats – the absolute best thing about Fall is the food. Apples, pumpkins, warm soups and sweet treats are all Fall staples, and we just can’t get enough. Here are four of our favorites: 1. Roasted Butternut Squash Soup A Fall favorite,…
Homework Help Tips
Homework Help Tips While many parents are happy to have their kids back in school, one thing most of us aren’t so excited about is the return of nightly homework, which, for many kids (and parents) can spell confusion, frustration and arguments about how and when it needs to get done. To help keep the…
Read MoreMilk Jug Flowers
You know what they say, one man’s (or woman’s) trash is another (wo)man’s treasure. Turns out this is especially true when it comes to milk jugs. Last month the Maine Center for Creativity unveiled a new installation at Westbrook’s Blue Note Park entitled Art All Around. The exhibition featured recycled materials transformed into experiential art.…
Back-to-School Breakfast Hacks
By the end of summer, plenty of parents are ready for their kiddos to head back to school – but one thing that seems to bring about universal dread is figuring out how to get the family fed before they miss the bus. These 4 back-to-school breakfast hacks will help you get energized and out…
Berry-licious Breakfast Treats
Summertime is berry time. Time for picking, eating and sporting sweetly stained t-shirts showcasing the fruits of your labor (pun intended). These fun, delicious (and nutritious!) breakfasts highlight everything we love about summertime and summer berries. And if the weekdays are still too hectic for anything besides a granola bar and an iced coffee on-the-go…
Mom’s Guide to the Perfect Beach Bag
Here in Maine, June coaxes the sun out from behind the gray skies and July brings the warmth to match. Our gorgeous coastline offers an endless array of beautiful sunny beaches to cool off on a hot day. However, parents know that a beach day requires more than just loading kids, towels and a healthy…
Red, White and Blue Summertime Treats for Kids
As 4th of July approaches, summer heats up and with kiddos underfoot parents’ lives can grow increasingly chaotic. But whether you’re planning a family picnic, a big Independence Day party, or just a small celebration at home, these crowd-pleasing recipes are sure to get everyone in the patriotic spirit, while sneaking in some delicious nutrition.…