There are everyday learning opportunities in your own backyard
There’s no better classroom than Mother Nature.
FEATURES
Fun meets funky in Maine’s Carrabassett Valley
Just when I think I’ve got a handle on all the wonders of Maine, something new pops up on my radar that begs to be explored. Frankly, that’s one of the best parts about living in Maine. There is always something new to discover.
Maine in 1820: An intimate portrait of life at the time of statehood
Back then, as they are now, Mainers were tough, self-reliant, independent and, despite sometimes grumbling about their neighbors, always ready to lend a hand when needed.
The 7 foods that made Maine
Food tells a story about the culture, economy, environment and history of a place.
FOOD & DRINK
How to host a seafood boil
Perhaps the original “one-pot” meal, seafood boils are a great way to feed a crowd while celebrating the local bounty of delicious crustaceans and crops.
How to bring Ayurveda principles into the kitchen
In Kate O’Donnell’s book, “Ayurveda Cooking for Beginners: An Ayurvedic Cookbook to Balance and Heal,” she simplifies the body’s connection to food by breaking down what a person needs from each season.
What you need to know about air fryers, the latest trendy kitchen tool
Despite the name, an air fryer isn’t a fryer at all.
HEALTH & FITNESS
The pandemic forced me to face my anxiety — again
With my anxiety worsening as the pandemic continued , I realized I no longer knew how to live with it like I once did.
How to keep your body healthy through the decades
As we get older, our bodies and minds change — and with that change, our health needs evolve as well.
How to practice good skincare through all your decades
Developing a skincare routine is important, no matter how old you are — and it is never too late to start.
HOW-TO
Are you financially literate? Here’s everything you need to know to get started
If you didn’t grow up with a parent giving you smart advice on how to spend and how to save, then you might easily feel overwhelmed when talk turns to money.
How to make pebble portraits
Looking for a fun and simple project to do with the kids that’s truly frame-worthy? Create a funky pebble portrait of your family, friends and pets to display on the wall or give as a gift.
How to make your own sea glass candy
With some grownup assistance, this project is really simple, lots of fun and comes together quickly. Plus you get a tasty treat in the end.
How to travel Maine like a tourist this summer
With summer travel around the corner, tourists will be arriving before we know it.
This is what self-care looks like for caregivers
Mental health experts agree that when the caregivers’ needs are met, the person receiving the care also benefits.
A tiny Maine town was once the ‘toothpick capital of the world’
Though Strong’s hold on the toothpick industry eventually subsided, the story of ingenuity, invention and creative marketing is one to remember.
The 1901 design of the Maine flag was only flown for 8 years, but it remains iconic
The story of the Maine flag is more complex than we might think.
How to rebound financially after a divorce
When a marriage ends, it brings with it all sorts of emotional, physical and practical changes. Among those, and an important one not to overlook, is the changes it brings to finances.
What I learned about my body after my mind hijacked it for a year
“I am getting older. I am going to die someday. And I am okay with that. But first, I’d like to live without judging myself too old or imperfect to enjoy life as I am,” Emily Morrison writes.
Maine moose are in trouble
Although Maine’s moose population is stable, the herd is sick, and getting sicker.
Confessions of a dinner rule breaker
“I hope [my family] remember[s] that everything we made together tasted better than anything I ever made them on my own,” Emily Morrison writes.
Maine companies are finding ingenious ways to be ecofriendly
Taking extra steps to make less of an impact on the environment can be expensive, which is a risk in the sink-or-swim entrepreneurial world. But these companies have found a way.
Plogging is the new activity you didn’t know you wanted to try
The word plogging is a combination of jogging and the Swedish word for pick up, plocka upp.
In the 19th century, this Bangor woman didn’t take no for an answer from the British army
Abigail Hatch was simply getting what was rightfully hers.
These mind/body apps will help improve your mindset
If you’re looking for new ways to feel good inside and out this spring, here are a few mind/body apps that can help you put the pint down.
Ingrained in state culture, beloved atlases are a must for Mainers
Sure, nowadays there are GPS devices and apps that modernize direction-finding, but there’s still a comfort in leafing through the pages of an old-fashioned atlas.
The art of maple tapping
The art of making syrup from the sap of trees goes all the way back to Native American tribes in New England.
COVID-19 upended my gym routine. Here’s my simple work-around.
I realized I had to make a workable plan and stick with it if I didn’t want to lose ground.
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