By Hilary Nangle on November 28, 2011
Not every seaside community in Maine rolls up the sidewalks after Columbus Day. These three Maine summer resort towns light up for the holidays. Christmas Prelude, Kennebunkport, Dec. 1-4/9-11, 2011 Santa arrives by lobster boat, of course, for this Christmas spectacular on the southern Maine coast. Christmas Prelude in Kennebunkport dates back to 1982. It [...]
Posted in Down East Coast, Events, Penobscot Bay, Southern Coast/Beaches, Where to go | Tagged Camden, Chrismas Prelude, Christmas by the Sea, Eastport, Historic Homes Christmas Tour, Kennebunkport, Lincolnville, Rockport |
By Hilary Nangle on November 21, 2011
When this article by Rex Turner, Outdoor Recreation Planner for the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands, popped into my inbox, I knew I had to share it with those who love Maine and especially those who love Maine’s outdoors. Read on: Humility is part of thankfulness. To say “thank you” is to acknowledge that [...]
Posted in Activities | Tagged Maine, outdoors, thanksgiving |
By Hilary Nangle on November 17, 2011
I spent the better part of the past five months noodling the highways and byways of Maine’s Acadia region researching a new edition of my Moon Acadia National Park book for spring 2012 publication. As I noodled, I nibbled, and I wanted to share some of the must-have Maine-made foods that left me craving more. [...]
Posted in Acadia, Food, Maine Made, Resources, Trip Planning | Tagged Bar Harbor, Black Dinah Chocolatiers, Blue Hill, Brooksville, buck's harbor market, Deer Isle, Ellsworth, Grindstone Neck of Maine, Isle au Haut, Lucy's Granola, Maine Needhams, Nervous Nellie's Jams and Jellies, Smith Family Farm, tinder hearth bakery, Winter Harbor |
By Hilary Nangle on November 15, 2011
Open the door to Maine’s South Solon Meeting House and Wow! Neither the classically influenced colonial, white-clapboard architecture nor the serene location on a rural crossroads in a don’t-blink-or-you’ll-miss-it town hint about what’s inside. Built in 1842, and now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the South Solon Meeting House retains its original [...]
Posted in Activities, Kennebec and Moose River Valleys, Sightseeing, Trip Planning, Where to go | Tagged Skowhegan, South Solon, South Solon Meeting House |
By Hilary Nangle on November 14, 2011
November in Maine means hunting season, and while some take to the woods armed with guns, I take to craft shows armed with Visa. I’m a sucker for artisan-made goods, especially if they’re made in Maine. All of the works at the annual ArtFull Gifts show are made in New England. This year’s show, slated [...]
Posted in Events, Penobscot Bay, Trip Planning, Where to go | Tagged ArtFull Gifts show, Point Lookout |
By Hilary Nangle on November 13, 2011
Maine’s big resorts get most of the attention, but for young families or anyone on a budget, smaller areas provide not only a fun experience, but also a good value. Perhaps the vertical isn’t as grand, but really, how often do you ski 2,000 feet without stopping? All of these little guys have night skiing, [...]
Posted in Activities, Mid-Coast, Skiing/Riding, Trip Planning, Western Lakes & Mountains, Where to go | Tagged Auburn, Black Mountain, Bridgton, Camden, Camden Snow Bowl, Farmington, Locke Mills, Lost Valley, Mt. Abram, Rumford, Shawnee Peak, Titcomb Mountain |
By Hilary Nangle on November 9, 2011
Hungry for something new? Consider one of these special-event dinners in Maine. Nov. 11: Demonstration Wine Dinner at Five-0, Ogunquit No, Chef Walter isn’t demonstrating wine, he’s going to show how to make one of his signature dishes, and guests will have the opportunity to try new techniques. Complementing the show are wine and antipasti, [...]
Posted in Down East Coast, Events, Food, Penobscot Bay, Southern Coast/Beaches, Where to go | Tagged Black Dinah Chocolatiers, Camden, Camden Harbour Inn, Eagle Hill, Five-O, Natalies, Ogunquit, Steuben |
By Hilary Nangle on November 7, 2011
Chocolate-maker Dean Bingham, of Dean’sSweets, has found inspiration in the bar—the chocolate bar. The Portland, Maine, chocolatier has introduced three chocolate bars to his line of handmade truffles and caramels. Not just any chocolate bars, mind you, but three in intriguing flavors: Maine potato chip, brandied orange peel, and mocha latte. The brandied orange peel [...]
Posted in Food, Greater Portland, Maine Made, Trip Planning, Where to go | Tagged chocolate, DeansSweets, Fox Family potato chips |
By Hilary Nangle on November 6, 2011
If you think November isn’t a good time to visit Maine, think again: Sure, the weather can be a bit iffy, but special events such as Maine Beer Week, holiday festivities, and the lure of shopping without crowds make it a good time to visit. Most Maine accommodations are at off -season rates, and a [...]
Posted in Deals, Greater Portland, Hotels, Inns & B&Bs, Lodging, Penobscot Bay, Resorts, Southern Coast/Beaches, Trip Planning, Where to go | Tagged Cape Elizabeth, Captain Lord Mansion, Cliff House Maine, Inn by the Sea, Kennebunkport, lodging packages, Ogunquit, Portland, Rockland |
By Hilary Nangle on November 5, 2011
Celebrate Maine craft brewing at Maine Beer Week, Nov. 10-17. The week-long brew-ha-ha features beer dinners, pairings, tastings, tours, meet-the-brewer nights, and more, all highlighting local brews. Participants include 27 Maine breweries; nearly 50 Maine restaurants, taverns, and brewpubs; and a handful of lodging sponsors. Many restaurants will be offering specially priced menus. Maine Beer [...]
Posted in Events, Food, Greater Portland, Kennebec and Moose River Valleys, Maine Highlands, Mid-Coast, Penobscot Bay, Southern Coast/Beaches, Trip Planning, Where to go | Tagged Maine beer Week |
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