There are family events we look forward to each fall, and despite how much our children have grown, the Apple Day celebration at Maine Audubon in Falmouth remains a favorite. CP#1 and #2 delight in making their own cider, listening to live music, and exploring the rolling trails along the marsh. This year promises to be one of the best …
Father’s Day Gifts
It’s nearly the end of the school year and there’s not a parent alive who is not busy. There are school events, barbecues and birthday parties, summer schedules to figure out, and so much more. With all of this to juggle, it’s no wonder Father’s Day seems to sneak up on us. It’s a good thing we have so many …
Maine Audubon Winter Carnival
In the past two weeks, winter has made itself known. We can’t remember a February with multiple snow days in a row! Thankfully our Maine towns keep us from going stir crazy by throwing some of the best winter festivals. This year, we are looking forward to the Maine Audubon Winter Carnival. MP’s friend and co-worker, Melissa Kim, will be …
Maine Audubon Peony Bloom
The Gilsland Farm Peony Bloom & Ice Cream Social is coming up this month. This event is one of our family’s favorites. Why? You and your little ones can enjoy free scoops of Toots homemade ice cream, make a few fun crafts, and stroll—or run, as the case may be—through fields of giant peonies. You’ll want to pinch yourself for …
Our Favorite Parks: Mackworth Island
Poor CP#1 had a tooth pulled and a stomach bug last week, which means the Cute Potato ladies were in the house for 5 days straight. CP#1 didn’t have energy for much activity other than napping and watching marathons of Good Luck Charlie. By week’s end, she still didn’t feel 100%, and MP was getting a bad case of cabin …
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Mud Season Walk: Gilsland Farm Audubon
There remains a chill in the air, but that hasn’t stopped the team from enjoying the onset of spring. Not long ago, we visited the Gilsland Farm Audubon Center in Falmouth, first to buy honey from the nature store and then to take a family adventure walk. The trails at Gilsland Farm are wonderfully manageable for little ones. CP#1 and #2 …