February 4, 2008

The Maine Event

Maine Road Trip

Cabin fever got everybody down? Step away from the Lincoln Logs and bundle up baby. Outdoor fun is only a state away.

At The Harraseeket Inn in Freeport, there’s a kid-friendly indoor swimming pool. Or try a Walk-on Adventure at the L.L.Bean Flagship Store, where kids and adults alike can learn to snowshoe or cross-country ski for just $15.

For more variety, visit New Gloucester’s 5,000-acre Pineland Farms, where kids can ski, ice-skate, and sled to their hearts’ content. And animal lovers can even take a dogsledding day trip with Mahoosuc Guide Service in Newry.

There’s something for everyone in the Pine Tree State.

And that’s the Maine thing.

This Week in Boston

EAT
Girl Scout Cookie Creations Fundraiser
What: Boston pastry chefs create desserts using Peanut Butter Patties, Caramel DeLites, and more as the main ingredients.
Why: Now you’re cooking.
When: Tues., 6-8 p.m.
Where: Hotel Commonwealth, 500 Commonwealth Ave., Kenmore Square (617-482-1078).

CHILL
Lowell Winterfest
What: Ice-skating, face painting, magic shows, and more.
Why: Snow much fun.
When: Fri. & Sat. Schedule online at lowellwinterfest.org.
Where: Downtown Lowell (978-970-4257).

LOVE
Valentine’s Crafts
What: Drop in and show your love with recycled materials.
Why: You’re such a user.
When: Sat., 9:30 a.m.-noon.
Where: Extras for Creative Learning, 443 Warren St., Dorchester (617-635-8284).