Category: Freeport Maine events

Freeport Maine Outlets: Five Must See Shops

Freeport Maine Outlets: Five Must See Shops.  Freeport offers so many shops; some familiar and some unique and different.  These represent the “Must See,” in our opinion:

Portland Science Center a Great Addition

The Portland Science Center in Portland, Maine is a great addition to the offering of activities in and around the Freeport area. Located just twenty minutes to the south of Freeport, Portland Science Center opened last fall with the “Body Works” exhibit. The current exhibit is a “double-feature” with “Space: A Journey To Our Future”… Read more »

Get Outdoors in Maine

Get outdoors in Freeport and enjoy all that Maine has to offer. Mother Nature has finally delivered enough snow to provide great cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as a great walk. There are a number of opportunities very close to James Place Inn and Freeport to enjoy being outdoors. LL Bean offers their Outdoor… Read more »

Maine Restaurant Week 2016

Maine Restaurant Week 2016 is soon to be underway.  This is the 8th annual MRW, the statewide celebration of Maine’s restaurant community, a community filled with hospitality professionals who depend on year-round business from loyal and adoring customers.  What better time to explore all of the amazing food Maine has to offer, taking advantage of no… Read more »

Spa, Knit & Spin 2016, Freeport, Maine

Spa, Knit & Spin 2016 Weekend is quickly approaching.  Make your plans to attend and hang out with your gal pals.  The weekend is February 26-28, 2016 and it is happening in Freeport, Maine.  While activities are hosted primarily at Hilton Garden Inn, our James Place Inn Bed and Breakfast is an ideal location to… Read more »

Freeport Hotels – Flavors of Freeport

Flavors of Freeport.  The 9th Annual Flavors of Freeport is almost here!  Mark your calendars and make plans to be in Freeport, Maine February 19-21, 2016.  This is a great winter event you will not want to miss. Throughout the weekend you will find a variety of food events from chocolate factory tours and cocktail… Read more »

Celebrate The New Year in Freeport, Maine

Celebrate the New Year in Freeport, Maine.  The holidays are over (almost) and now it is your turn to take some time for yourself.  Relax, shop the sales, take in the music and fireworks New Year’s Eve, treat yourself. There is still plenty to do in Freeport.  LL Bean will be offering musical events throughout… Read more »

Sparkle Weekend 2015 Freeport, Maine

Sparkle Weekend is one of Maine’s most popular holiday celebrations. The weekend kicks off Friday night with a Parade of Lights down Main Street, and the fun continues all weekend with a Sparkle Express Train Adventure, free horse drawn wagon rides, visits with Santa, a talking Christmas Tree and much more! EVENTS ALL WEEKEND Complimentary Gift… Read more »

The Mount Washington Cog Railway

Looking for a quick visit to the White Mountains, including a trip on the Cog Railway to the top of Mount Washington?  You will be glad you did! Clocking the worlds highest wind velocity at 231 mph, Mount Washington is the highest summit in the northeastern US at 6288 feet. If your time in New England is… Read more »

Harvest On The Harbor

Harvest On The Harbor 2015 is almost here.  This is Maine’s premier food and wine festival, featuring amazing talent from across the state.  In its eighth year, Harvest On The Harbor promises to bring even more of what Maine is renowned for – delectably delicious culinary creations from Maine’s top chefs and producers who take… Read more »