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The Best 40 Things to Do with Kids on the Seacoast
Kids have a lot of energy and they get bored easy. It’s a good thing that there is so much to do in the seacoast region to keep kids of all ages busy and active...
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Note About Activity Information:
In the lobby and Activities Hallway, you'll find updated guides for local restaurants, breweries, and shops, as well as information on visiting Portland (north) and Portsmouth (south), family and outdoor activities, local events, and more.
Note About Advance Sign-Ups:
One or more of this week's activities require advance sign-up. If you are unable to get to the office to sign-up before the deadline, please don't hesitate to call the front desk (207-646-4600) to have your name(s) put on the list. If an event does not require advance sign-up, but you'd like to make sure that your name gets on the list prior to arrival, you may also call the front desk to do so.
Suggested Activity: Live Entertainment (Subject to Change)
Live music at The Piano Bar at The Front Porch.
Visit (thefrontporch.com) for calendar updates.
Live music at Crew OGT, Friday-Saturday (crewogt.com)
Live music at Clay Hill Farm, Friday-Monday (clayhillfarm.com)
Live music at Wild Bevy Distilling, Friday-Saturday (wildbevy.com)
Suggested Activity: Book Arts Group at the Ogunquit Library
Book Arts Group on Saturdays from 9:30-11:30am This established group meets weekly at the library. They welcome interested newbies to come learn about the art of bookbinding. Please call before coming to make sure the group is meeting.
Suggested Activity: Winter Lunch at Ocean
This winter, for the first time ever, Ocean Restaurant (208 Ocean Ave., Kennebunkport) is offering lunch on Saturdays. Join us for delicious bites, outstanding service, and gorgeous ocean views. Lunch service is 12-2pm on Saturdays this winter, beginning January 13th.
Suggested Activity: LIVE MUSIC: Katherine Mayfield at the Piano
Listen all types of music From Gershwin to Gaga, and Broadway to Beethoven...Katherine at the keys soothes the soul and revs up the romance, LIVE in the lounge at Clay Hill Farm https://www.clayhillfarm.com/events
Suggested Activity: Easter Dinner at Clay Hill Farm
A family tradition for 38 years! Serving Easter Dinner Noon- 5 at Clay Hill Farm. To check out the menu go to Easter 2024 (clayhillfarm.com)
Suggested Activity: Brunch by the Beach at Ferry Beach Retreat & Conference Center in Saco Maine 10:30am-1:30pm
Brunch is self-serve, all-you-can-eat buffet style with a wide variety of breakfast & lunch menu items. conveniently located on the beach, the dining hall to the beach is less than a mile
11:30am-1:30pm: Wiggly Bridge Distillery Tour
Let Kara drive you to Wiggly Bridge Distillery in York where you'll embark on a 1-hour tour of the distillery. The tour starts you out with one of their hand-crafted cocktails. While sipping on your cocktail of choice you’ll learn about Wiggly Bridge Distillery and the operation, as well as the distillation process. You’ll get the answer to the oh-so popular question: where does whiskey get its color? Go home with knowledge to impress your friends and family! You’ll end the tour with a tasting of all of their award winning spirits! 21+ Cost: $31.45pp (includes taxes and fees); please pay at the front desk upon sign-up. Sign-ups MUST be completed by noon on Saturday, 3/16, to give enough advance notice to the distillery in order to reserve your spot(s). Due to the small booking window, reservations are non-refundable. Limit 9 guests.
2:30pm-3:00pm: Get Crafty! Sand Art
Join Kara, the Activities Director, upstairs in the Activities Center where you can make your own sand art to bring home for great souvenir! Limit 8 guests. Please sign up in the Activity hallway. All ages welcome.
3:30PM-4:00PM: Tour Around Town!
First time in Ogunquit? Or maybe you're an OGT veteran? Either way, sit back, relax and let Kara, our Activities Director give you a tour of our beautiful coastal town and show you the points of interest that you can visit later on in the week! Limit 9 guests. Please sign up in the Activity hallway.
Suggested Activity: Mobility Specialty Class in Kennebunk Maine
This class will focus on shoulders, back, hips, feet and hands. Optimal mobility promotes good posture, helps prevent injuries, relieves tension and improves overall performance. It can help with joint degeneration and builds stronger adaptive muscles and joints. All are welcome, no experience necessary. Contact Judy@spurlingfitness.com
Suggested Activity: Tuesdays are BOGO Pizza All Day at Crew OGT
Noon-close, dine-in only. Yum! Located at 8 Shore Rd., Ogunquit. More information: crewogt.com
Suggested Activity: Stonewall Kitchen York Company Store
This location is just off I-95 on Route 1 in York, Maine, and it’s the home of the Company Store, Café, production facility and main offices. Open daily 9am-5pm.
Suggested Activity: Get a Glimpse of the Bush Family Compound on Walker's Point
While you can't get up close to the Bush Family Compound, it's an easy, 30-minute drive up to Blowing Cave Park on Ocean Avenue in Kennebunkport, where you can catch a glimpse of the estate and take some great photos. Any trip to this area will also yield beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean, as well as our magnificent rocky coastline.
Suggested Activity: Seacoast Science Center
As the region’s leading nonprofit marine science education organization, SSC sparks curiosity, enhances understanding, and inspires the conservation of our Blue Planet for all ages, all year long. Visit them for exceptional educational programs, hands-on exhibits, meaningful volunteer opportunities, and exciting community events. For location, tickets and more information: seacoastsciencecenter.org
9:30am-10:30pm: Family Games and prizes!
Join Kara, the Activities Director, upstairs in the Activities Center to play some family games and best family to win gets prizes!
11:00pm-1:00pm: Fishermens walk
Ride with Kara up to a gorgeous hike in York Maine! The Trail is a short 1.2-mile out-and-back trail that leads from the York Harbor Beach, along the cliff side, over to Milbury Lane and features beautiful views of Maine's southern coastline. Hikers get amazing views of York Harbor and the beach below along with massive mansions along the coastline. The trail starts out paved but quickly switches to an uneven rocky terrain that follows a narrow path. Limit 9 guests Sign-ups must be completed by Tuesday at 4:00pm to save you a spot.
2:00pm-3:00pm: BINGO with Prizes
Join Kara, the Activities Director, upstairs in the Activities Center for a few rounds of BINGO! Maybe you'll win a prize! Limit 8 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. All ages welcome
3:15-4:00pm: Get Crafty! Stencil a Bag or Decorate a Souvenir Trinket Box
Meet Kiaraupstairs in the Activity Center to create a fun souvenir. Limit 8 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. All ages welcome.
9:30am-11:30pm: Take a Trip to Maine Classic Car Museum
Join Kara on a trip to Maine Classic Car Museum in Arundel. At MCCM, they celebrate the important role that the automobile has played in our global history for the past 130 years. Their collection showcases at least 50 classic cars from 1913 to the 1990s and they have exhibits of rare curiosities and a variety of automobilia. Their docents love to tell the stories of the cars while allowing you to get up close and personal with each and every automobile. Limit 9 guests lease sign up in the Activities Hallway. We'll meet in the front lobby at 11:30am. Admission: $12pp (pay when you get there) Please sign up by Wednesday at noon.
2:00:pm-4:00pm: Open Studio at The Creative Soul
Join Kara on a trip to The Creative Soul in Kennebunk. Open Studio at The Creative Soul is an opportunity for you and other creative individuals to come together and explore various forms of art. With a range of options to choose from (purchase necessary), there is something for everyone of all ages.. FYI…Pottery does not get put into a kiln. Your pottery piece gets glazed as soon as it’s dry enough to do so you can take your piece home same day or come back the next day to pick it up if you prefer. Limit 9 guests. Sign-ups must be completed byTuesday at 4:00pm to save you a spot. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway.
*Pool is closed for cleaning until 12:00pm*
Note About Activity Information:
In the lobby and Activities Hallway, you'll find updated guides for local restaurants, breweries, and shops, as well as information on visiting Portland (north) and Portsmouth (south), family and outdoor activities, local events, and more.
Note About Advance Sign-Ups:
One or more of this week's activities require advance sign-up. If you are unable to get to the office to sign-up before the deadline, please don't hesitate to call the front desk (207-646-4600) to have your name(s) put on the list. If an event does not require advance sign-up, but you'd like to make sure that your name gets on the list prior to arrival, you may also call the front desk to do so.
Suggested Activity: Live Entertainment (Subject to Change)
Suggested Activity: Book Arts Group at the Ogunquit Library
Book Arts Group on Saturdays from 9:30-11:30am This established group meets weekly at the library. They welcome interested newbies to come learn about the art of bookbinding. Please call before coming to make sure the group is meeting.
Suggested Activity: Open House & Exhibit at The Historical Society of Well & Ogunquit
The Historical Society of Wells & Ogunquit was founded 70 years ago, and we plan to celebrate! Please join us as we kick off our anniversary celebration with an Open House and a special exhibit featuring some of our favorite artifacts. The "star of the show" is the beautiful 1890 quilt shown here, which was recently donated to the Society and has a secret that makes it very special indeed. Come find out why we're so excited about this latest addition to our museum, and what other anniversary events are in the works. Admission is free and light refreshments will be served.
Suggested Activity: Bobbles & Lace Grand Opening Party in Perkins Cove
Let's welcome a brand-new high-end boutique in Perkins Cove! Stop by and enjoy live music, and a live demonstration from and master potter and local artist. 3PM-6PM and of course SHOPPING! 10AM-6PM Located at 31 Perkins Cove rd, Ogunquit, Maine
Suggested Activity: Live Music Saturday Night at The Crew
Live Music at CREW. It's the sing-along, dance-along, you know you love it kind of music. Every Friday and Saturday night at 7pm. Visit crewogt.com for artist information.
Suggested Activity: Mobility Specialty Class in Kennebunk Maine at Spurling Fitness
This class will focus on shoulders, back, hips, feet and hands. Optimal mobility promotes good posture, helps prevent injuries, relieves tension and improves overall performance. It can help with joint degeneration and builds stronger adaptive muscles and joints. All are welcome, no experience necessary. Contact Judy@spurlingfitness.com
Suggested Activity: Live Jaz Music by Darren Whitney at Rabbit Hole 8pm-11pm
Choose Rabbit Hole as your nighttime hangout. The basement of Kennebunk's newest Italian osteria is a dark and mysterious place full of amusing oddities. Enjoy the luxurious atmosphere, witty drinks, delicious food, and alluring live music. You're in for a magical adventure.
Suggested Activity: Stonewall Kitchen York Company Store
This location is just off I-95 on Route 1 in York, Maine, and it’s the home of the Company Store, Café, production facility and main offices. Open daily 9am-5pm.
Suggested Activity: Get a Glimpse of the Bush Family Compound on Walker's Point
While you can't get up close to the Bush Family Compound, it's an easy, 30-minute drive up to Blowing Cave Park on Ocean Avenue in Kennebunkport, where you can catch a glimpse of the estate and take some great photos. Any trip to this area will also yield beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean, as well as our magnificent rocky coastline.
Suggested Activity: Seacoast Science Center
As the region’s leading nonprofit marine science education organization, SSC sparks curiosity, enhances understanding, and inspires the conservation of our Blue Planet for all ages, all year long. Visit them for exceptional educational
programs, hands-on exhibits, meaningful volunteer opportunities, and exciting community events.
For location, tickets and more information: seacoastsciencecenter.org
Suggested Activity: Local & Industry Appreciation Night At Crew
Crew loves our locals and industry friends. On Mondays we offer a 25% discount to all Locals and Industry colleagues. Discount applies to food and drink.
Suggested Activity: Kittery Trading Post
Shop this huge selection of outdoor, hunting, and fishing supplies, as well as home goods, games, clothing, and more. Located at 310 U.S. Route 1, Kittery. Fun for the whole family!
Looking for something to do in your unit?
In the Activities Hallway, off the Front Lobby, you'll find:
Board games and card games
Books and DVDs
Puzzles
Coloring pages and crayons
9:30am-10:30am: BINGO WITH PRIZES
Join Kara, the Activities Director, upstairs in the Activities Center for a few /rounds of BINGO! Maybe you'll win a prize! Limit 8 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. All ages welcome.
11:30am-1:30pm: Meetinghouse Museum Tour
Learn all about the Wells and Ogunquit region in this beautiful museum, lovingly curated by the Historical Society of Wells and Ogunquit. Limit 9 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. Meet Kara in the front lobby at 12:45pm. No set cost, but donations are accepted at the museum. Please sign up by Monday at noon.
2:00pm-3:00pm Take a Tour Around Town and to Nubble Lighthouse
First time in Ogunquit or maybe you're an OGT veteran? Either way, sit back, relax and let Kara, our Activities Director, give you a tour of our beautiful coastal town along with a visit to Nubble. This historic and famous lighthouse is a favorite among locals and visitors. Bring your camera – you can't take a bad photo here! We will take the scenic “Shore Drive” back to town. Limit 9 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. We'll meet in the front lobby at :2:00pm. Please note there are limited restroom facilities along this tour.
3:30pm-4:00pm: Get Crafty! Make a Windchime
Color and put together a mini windchime of your very own. Keep it as a souvenir or give it as a gift! Limit 8 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallways.
Suggested Activity: Walk Marginal Way
Enjoy a gorgeous walk along Maine's rocky coast. From Oarweed in Perkins Cove to The Sparhawk is about 2 miles round-trip. Parking is limited and fees may apply.
Suggested Activity: Yummies Candy Store
Over 10,000 lbs of candy on display! Located at 384 State Road (Rt. 1), Kittery. Open daily 8am-5pm.
9:30am-11:30am: Refreshing Rise and Shine: Beach Plum Farm and Mornings in Paris
Come to the Front Desk to meet your fellow guests and enjoy a guided walk with Kara at Beach Plum Farm. It's a scenic half-mile loop trail through meadow with a view of marshland, the Ogunquit River, dunes and the ocean. Once you've had your refreshing walk, Kara will drive you to Mornings in Paris where you can enjoy some French pastries and coffee. Limit 9 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway.
12:00pm-2:30pm: Open Studio at The Creative Soul
Join Kara on a trip to The Creative Soul in Kennebunk. Open Studio at The Creative Soul is an opportunity for you and other creative individuals to come together and explore various forms of art. With a range of options to choose from (purchase necessary), there is something for everyone of all ages.. FYI…Pottery does not get put into a kiln. Your pottery piece gets glazed as soon as it’s dry enough to do so you can take your piece home same day or come back the next day to pick it up if you prefer. Limit 9 guests. Sign-ups must be completed byTuesday at 4:00pm to save you a spot. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway.
3:30pm -4:30pm: Movie & Popcorn!
Join Kara, the Activities Director, for a movie in the reception hall! Please vote for the movie you would like to watch on the sign up sheet in the activities hallway! Limit 8 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. All ages welcome
9:30am-11:30am: Mt. Agamenticus and Visit the Center for Wildlife
Ride with Kara up Mt. A. to get an amazing view of the ocean and the mountains. Enjoy about 10-20 minutes to take in the scenery. Then we'll head to the Center for Wildlife in Cape Neddick for a self-guided tour. View their resident porcupine, owls, falcons, reptiles and more as you explore the property. Limit 9 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. Dress warmly! We'll meet in the front lobby at 9:00am. Admission: $10pp (pay when you get there). Please sign up by Wednesday at noon.
12:00pm-1:00pm: Paint and Fill a Mini Plant Pot
Join Kara upstairs in the Activities Center to paint a mini plant pot and choose a seed to plant. Space is limited to 8 guests; please sign up in the Activities Hallway. Not just for kids! Adults can enjoy this activity, too.
2:00:pm-3:30pm: The Bistro at R&R Wine Tasting
Join Kara on a trip to The Bistro at R&R in Wells Maine. To attend an incredible experience for wine tasting at no cost to you! The R&R is fantastic and has so much to offer. Such as Connoli bar, specialty cakes, handcrafted chocolate fudge, and much MORE! After the wine tasting guest can shop around and grab some of their yummy treats to take home! Limit 9 guests. Please sign up in the Activities Hallway. We'll meet in the front lobby at 1:55pm. Please sign up by Monday at noon.
4:15pm-4:30pm: Get Crafty! Paint a Sun Catcher
Join Kara in the Activities Center Upstairs to Paint a Sun Catcher or 2! Space is limited to 8 guests; please sign up in the Activities Hallway. Not just for kids! Adults can enjoy this activity, too.
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