Summer is BBQ season, and that means weekends full of running to the store at the last minute trying to figure out what you can make in 45 minutes or less – or buy pre-packaged and pass off as homemade. Sound familiar? No worries- we’ve got you covered. These three easy recipes come together in…
Read More10 Dads Doing the Fatherhood Thing Right
They say anyone can be a father, but it takes a real man to be a dad. All we can say is these guys are totally nailing it. This dad took a leave of absence from his job to be by his daughter’s side for every single one of her chemo treatments and…
Read MoreMay Flowers: How to Grow Your Own Milk Carton Garden
The old saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers”. Unless you live in New England, that is. Around these parts it’s more like “April snow showers bring May mud puddles”. But just because our neck of the woods was a little slow to enter Spring this year, doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy some pretty May…
Read MoreJoin us at the Portland Mom & Baby Expo!
Mother’s Day is just around the corner and we plan to celebrate at the Portland Mom & Baby Expo, which will be held Friday, May 6th from Noon to 6 p.m. and Saturday, May 7th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Portland Expo Center (239 Park Ave.) in Portland, Maine. The cost for admission is $5 for adults.…
Read MoreNext Level Coffee: Three Delicious Ways to Get Your Caffeine Fix
Whether you’re a busy mom, a worker bee, or an early riser, you probably rely on your daily caffeine fix. We realize for many of you, that involves a drive-thru or maybe even microwaving yesterday’s cup of coffee that you never had the chance to drink. BUT — for those days when you really need…
Read MoreFour Kid-Friendly Ways to Celebrate Earth Day
Earth Day is fast approaching, and we know it may not excite your kiddos in the same way that a birthday or other gift-giving holiday does. But here at Oakhurst, we believe this holiday is worthy of enthusiasm, so why not add some fun activities/new family traditions to ensure Earth Day excitement for years to come. Here…
Read MoreThree Recipes for an Easy and Impressive Easter Brunch
Easter is early this year, so we want to help you get ahead with a simple, affordable and tasty brunch menu that will leave your guests (even if they’re just your kids) thinking you worked way harder than you actually did. We’ve lined up three courses: sweet, savory and drinkable. So, whether you’re adding to…
Read MoreFive St. Patrick’s Day Crafts Kids Will Love
St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner, and at first you might think of this particular day as an, a-hem, “adult” holiday…there’s plenty of fun to be had for the kiddos, too! Try one of these 5 cool crafts (and snacks) and celebrate with the little leprechauns in your life. 1. Skinny Shamrock Shake…
Read MoreCream Isn’t Just for Coffee: 5 Recipes You Have to Try Right Now
If you’re a coffee drinker, you know a little (or a lot) of cream makes your morning cup of joe all the more delicious. Here at Oakhurst, we are no strangers to the endless drool-worthy recipes that use cream- so, we’ve rounded up our five favorites, just for you: 1. Heavy Cream Biscuits Normally biscuits are a weekend treat, but…
Read More6 Fun Tips for Making New Year’s Resolutions with Kids
Most of us are pretty familiar with making New Year’s resolutions, but it can be a bit tricky when it comes to kids. Young kids may be too little to understand the concept of self-improvement, while older kids can be resistant to change or goal-setting. According to parents.com, the ideal age for helping your kids…
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