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Winter Wonderland on Main Street in Monmouth, Maine
Winters in Maine can be long and cold, but when the snow blankets our small town, it can turn into a beautiful winter wonderland. We hope you enjoy taking a...
Pineland Farms | 5,000 Acres of Year-Round Activities in Southern Maine
Tucked away in the hills of rural Maine is a 5,000 acre campus and working farm that offers a public venue for recreation, education, business, special occasion celebrations and more....
Love & Toasters: 5 Vintage Christmas Advertisements that'll Give you a Laugh
We had so much fun looking at vintage Christmas decorations last week that we wanted to dive into the world of vintage Christmas advertisements this week! From an edgy Bates ad...
5 Vintage Christmas Decorations & Where to Find Them Today
We love looking to the past for design inspiration - especially around the holidays! In this blog post, we round up five of our favorite vintage holiday decorations, and the...
Bates Annual Holiday Sale on Small Business Saturday - 2018
Another year, another holiday sale! This year was one of our busiest and most festive sales that we've ever had, and we can't thank all our wonderful customers enough for...
5 Fun Turkey Facts to Share at the Thanksgiving Table
Whether you find yourself entertaining the kids or your husband's grandparents, these fun facts to share at the Thanksgiving table will give you something interesting to talk about with guests of...
Treat Yourself: 5 Adult-Friendly Halloween DIY Activities
Kids' costumes ready? Candy bags hidden away for trick or treaters? Sounds like it's time to treat yourself! Whether you're looking for your own little escape this Halloween or want to...
5 Fun Fall Crafts for a Festive Autumn Home
Fall is a nostalgic time of year for many of us, filled with traditions and celebrations. Crafting is a great way to bring a seasonal touch into your home - after...
5 Fun Ways to Celebrate Apple Season in Maine
In Maine, the apple picking season begins in August and runs through late October. For many Mainers, the opening of the apple orchards is a sure sign that Summer is...
Made in USA Bedding Checklist for the College Dorm Room
Whether it's you or your child's first year away at college or fourth, making sure you have all your bedding covered is important to guarantee a good night's rest. Use...
What's Growing in the Monmouth Community Garden?
Wow! August already?! How did that happen? The Monmouth Community Garden is about ready to burst for it's 4th consecutive year. Located on the fertile lawn of the Bates Mill...
Planning a Visit to the Bates Mill Store in Maine? Consider adding these 7 local spots to your itinerary.
We love welcoming our many visitors that make the trip to Maine during the summer! If you're planning on making the trip up to our small town of Monmouth, we...