Winter during the pandemic is the time to get outside and skate, ski or snowshoe, so here are some places to go when conditions are right.
Things To Do
With precautions in place, apple picking is on
Maine’s apple orchards are open this fall, with some new rules, offering plenty of fresh air and fruit.
Find bliss at a Maine swimming hole
Go a little off the beaten path to take a dip in one of Maine’s lesser-known swimming spots in area rivers, streams and lakes.
Take a day for an island getaway
In this summer of the staycation, consider day trips to these nearby Maine islands.
Facebook users from around the world belt it out in Mainer’s karaoke group
More than 1,000 videos have been posted to Quarantine Karaoke since Joe Meyers of Brewer created the group Wednesday.
Meet the man behind Saturday-morning cartoons
Animator Ron Campbell, whose cartoon credits include ‘Scooby-Doo’ and ‘The Smurfs,’ will be selling his paintings and chatting with fans Friday through Sunday at Prism Analog in Portland.
Small-town Maine makes the perfect setting for cozy murder mysteries
There’s no gore in this growing sub-genre of good, clean killings among quaint surroundings.
14 events to celebrate the holidays in Maine
Our annual roundup of holiday events includes kid-friendly classics and sassy offerings for adults.
Portland Pops brings music back to city’s fireworks fest
The Portland Symphony Orchestra returns to the city’s Fourth of July fireworks event on the Eastern Promenade after a year’s absence.
40 Most Beautiful Places in Maine
How many of the state’s natural wonders and scenic spots have you visited? We’ve just added 5 more – Aroostook National Wildlife Refuge, Belgrade Lakes, Chimney Pond, Sebago Lake State Park and Thorncrag Nature Sanctuary – so get going.