As the holidays creep closer and closer, the list of people we’re expected to buy gifts for just gets longer and longer. While there is nothing more gratifying than giving someone a gift they love and deserve (and boy, do teachers deserve something nice!), the stress of picking something out can be overwhelming. So before…
Read MoreMoving Stories from the Journey to Arlington National Cemetary
Today is the big day. The Oakhurst truck filled with thousands of wreaths arrived at Arlington National Cemetery early this morning and our volunteers have begun unloading it for the official wreath laying ceremony at 10:30 am. According to Joe Masse, our volunteer driver, and Jeff Reinold, a 36-year Oakhurst employee and Vietnam War Veteran,…
Read MoreWreaths Across America – A Tribute to America’s Fallen Heroes
The Wreaths Across America Journey is a powerful tribute to America’s fallen heroes. Anyone who has witnessed it first-hand would echo that sentiment. That’s why, for the 5th consecutive year, we’ve decided to donate transportation services to Wreaths Across America (WAA) and help deliver 230,000 veterans’ wreaths to Arlington National Cemetery on Saturday, December 12,…
Read More5 Holiday Treats Made with Egg Nog
Egg Nog is a holiday staple. Especially Oakhurst Egg Nog! But there’s only so much of it you can drink straight from the glass (or is there?). If you’ve got a fridge full of delicious Egg Nog and are looking to get creative- here’s 5 recipes that’ll inspire you to start cooking! 1. Egg Nog Pancakes…
Read More5 Simple and Easy Ways to Teach Kids Gratitude
The holiday season is totally magical, but with all the new toys and gadgets and lavish meals it can be easy for kids to get wrapped up in the wanting part of the season, and miss out on the giving part- and especially the gratitude part. Teaching kids gratitude is about more than just manners,…
Read MoreTwo (More) Reasons to Love Oakhurst Egg Nog
This year, traditional Egg Nog connoisseurs need to be more conscious than ever and carefully check the labels of their favorite brands. Why? With the egg shortage this past summer, some of the brands are eliminating the use of real eggs as an ingredient in their holiday offering and you might find “Nog” or “egg…
Read More9 Tips for a Spooky (and Safe) Halloween
What little kid doesn’t love Halloween? Costumes, candy and extended bedtimes are the epitome of fun, but it’s important to think about Halloween safety, too. Try one (or all) of these spooktastic safety tips to keep the kiddos safe and warm this weekend. Find creative ways to integrate light colors and reflective strips into your…
Read MoreIt’s Hockey Season – Hit the Ice with Oakie Through the Oakie’s Corner Experience!
It’s that time of year again…time for 5 am practices and weekend-long family outings at the ice rink. If you’re a hockey mom, you know it – and you probably love it, at least a little bit, right? Here at Oakhurst, we love hockey, too. For that reason, we are once again partnering with the…
Read MoreHead, Heart, Hands and Health: Why We Love 4-H
Summer in New England is in full swing and that means state fairs all around Maine and New Hampshire are ready for prime-time, and with them, the incredible young men and women of 4-H. For those of you who might not be familiar, 4-H is a national youth program created to empower children and teens…
Read MoreSplish Splash! 5 DIY Hacks to Turn Your Backyard into a Waterpark
Summer in New England is no joke. We go from sub-zero temps and 4-foot snow banks to 100 degrees and 100% humidity in about 60 seconds. There’s hardly time to get the swimsuits out, much less let our bodies adjust to the heat – so we’ve got to be creative in finding ways to stay…
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