Shop 'Til You Drop At Southern Maine Flea Market, One Of The Largest Flea Markets In Maine
Michelle
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One of the best things about a flea market is that you don’t need a single reason in the world to visit one. Nobody ever realizes they need something, puts it on a list, and heads to a flea market in Maine to get it. Instead, these places are perfect for browsing around and finding things you just can’t live without. With that in mind, the bigger the better! The Southern Maine Flea Market in Scarborough is huge and so much fun to visit!
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The market opens at varying times throughout the week. While they don’t have a website, you can certainly learn more about them and see frequently updated photos of vendors on Facebook. Of course, they can also be reached via phone at 207-229-4263.
This fun spot is indoors, which allows it to be open all year. But if you prefer a good outdoor market there are certainly plenty of those throughout the state. A fun option for heading outside is located in Montsweag.
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What are the best candy shops in Maine?
The best candy shops in Maine can be found easily throughout the state. For some of the best sweet treats, visit the following shops:
- Scrummy Afters Candy Shoppe, Hallowell. This spot, started by a mother and daughter duo, is fun, bright, and full of both new and classic candy.
- The Old Port Candy Co, Portland. A mainstay in the Old Port neighborhood, this candy shop offers some of the best fudge in the state.
- Uncle Willy's Candy Shoppe, Camden. Stop in here for their unique varieties of caramel apples and delicious peanut brittle.
- Yummies Candy And Nuts, Kittery. There's so much candy under one roof at this candy store that visitors won't need to go anywhere else.
To keep the fun going, take a road trip to some of the state's best old-school chocolate shops.
Where can I shop for used books in Maine?
To find used books in Maine, there are a few notable stores to visit. First, stop into Harding's Books in Wells. They've been around since 1960 and have grown to house over 100,000 titles in 14 different rooms. Those looking for rare, out-of-print, and used titles about a variety of topics are likely to find what they're looking for here. Another used book store worth visiting in Maine is Carlson Turner Books and Bookbindery in Portland. Located on Congress Street heading up Munjoy Hill, this shop is housed in a Victorian-era building dating back to 1888. Lastly, check out Big Chicken Barn Books & Antiques in Ellsworth. In addition to used books, there's also quite a bit of antiquing to be done here.
Are there any quilt shops in Maine?
There are a few must-visit quilt shops in Maine.
- Fabric Garden, Madison. While not for quilters only, this is a great store for anything you might need to create beautiful pieces.
- Fabricate, Bar Harbor. Located on Mount Desert Island, this store offers materials for both quilting and scrapbooking.
- Fabric Warehouse, Auburn. This store is easy to miss if you're not sure what to look for. It's right off Washington Street in Auburn and has been supplying materials for over 50 years.