Stephen Lenz

Stephen Lenz is a regular contributor to Ultimate Classic Rock’s pop culture section, where he writes about the people, places and things that spark nostalgia in us all. From a tour of grandma’s house to snapshots of the swingin' '60s, groovy '70s, big-haired '80s, and the flannel-filled '90s, he loves to take his readers on a trip back in time. Armed with a Film Studies degree from Brock University, Stephen is a devoted pop culture sponge, hungrily consuming movies, TV and memes with equal passion. Based on the Maine coast, he also shines a light on the quirky charm, hidden gems, and everyday magic that make life in the Pine Tree State unforgettable.

Historic Maine Home for Sale Has a Castle Pretty Much in Its Backyard [PHOTOS]

This South Freeport, Maine home is magically situated with beautiful Casco Bay in the front and the iconic Casco Castle tower behind.

Can You Identify These Popular Family Pets? It’s Harder Than You Think.

Can you tell the difference between a hamster and a guinea pig? How about a betta and a guppy? Test your pet ID skills in our cute quiz.

Is Your Yard Buried Under Piles of Pinecones? You Aren’t Alone.

As we brace ourselves for the Cicadapocalypse, Pineconepalooza seems to have taken us all by surprise.

Can Using My Own Toothbrush Make Me Sick Again?

Like many people, you may have gotten sick recently, raising the question: Could your toothbrush make it even worse?

I Am Still Recovering From This Mind-Blowing Tree-Cutting Video

Nothing looks at all out of the ordinary, and then everything changes. This is as satisfying as a tree falling can get.

Discover the Mysterious Charm of South Freeport, Maine’s ‘Skinny House’

Blink and you'll miss it. Maine's 'skinny house' is a lanky beauty with views for days and an abundance of quirkiness.

This App Will Tell You What Bird Sounds You’re Hearing—the Results Are Mind-Blowing

Find out how the Merlin Bird ID app is changing the game for backyard birders.

5 Cute Kids Catching Their First Fish [VIDEOS]

Give a kid a fish and he probably won’t eat it (fish are yucky!), but teach a kid to fish and he just might have one of the most mind-bending experiences of his cute little life. See, here’s the thing about fishing: When it works, it’s crazy, especially if you’ve never caught a fish before. What’s that slimy, pre-historic looking creature doing where your worm used to be? And more importantly, can