Family Balance Sheet

MAY 20, 2015

Three glorious months of sunny skies, warm weather and family time. Here are 20 ideas that are family friendly, fun, and easy on the budget. My family has had fun with most of these activities locally, but a quick Google search will help you find locations and destinations near you. Summer is here. Out & About.

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Saving In Akron

MARCH 11, 2011

Here is a list of some great, FREE activities this weekend. Babies R Us – Saturday Noon-3pm, Super Baby Shower: for all expectant moms as well as their family and friends. You can also donate books or stuffed toys. Michaels – Saturday 10am-Noon, The Knack Free Family Event: Make-It Take-It Yarn Doll.

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Motherhood Moments

DECEMBER 19, 2022

But it can also be a great opportunity to establish new habits, spend more quality time with family, and set intentions for the new year. Everyone in the family can make their own list, and then together you can work towards completing them. Some families take a “digital Sabbath” once during a weekend.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JUNE 21, 2016

50 FREE Activities Your Family Can Enjoy this Summer. Or does the sound of the end of the year school bell have you shaking in your sandals, knowing that you could be shelling out some big bucks to keep the family entertained this summer? Below, you will find a comprehensive list of 50 free activities your family can enjoy!

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For the Mommas

JULY 21, 2015

I know I can’t, but I do what I can by donating to my local food bank on a regular basis. I am also very proud of our forthemommas.com readers who donate so generously from their stockpiles to their local food banks, individual families and other charities. I hope you will do the quick and easy educational activity found here.

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Saving In Akron

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

Here is a list of some great, FREE activities this weekend. Friday 11/11 through Tuesday 11/15, Bring in a T-Shirt to be recycled and a Friends and Family coupon to any Disney Store and save 25% off your entire purchase! Jude Children's Research Hospital Benefit: For a $5 donation to St. Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores -.

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Saving In Akron

NOVEMBER 4, 2011

Here is a list of some great, FREE activities this weekend. Meet Geoffrey, Try out this season’s hottest toys, Create your own Holiday Wish List and Toys"R"Us will donate $1 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation for every Wish List created. Thanks to Janae at Keeping Cents for this great list.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

I live in the Midwest with my family. I like to bake and read, and I spend time chauffeuring kids to activities and games. I want my family to have what they need and be comfortable. we started doing it after a family activity on my days off, and I’ve kept to it even when times were very tight. 😉 10.

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Motherhood Moments

JUNE 28, 2023

Persevere is a non-profit that empowers youth through family programs, wraparound services, and education opportunities, about the free resources and programs that are available to at-risk youth. Youth actively pursuing education or working positively impact the local economy, while non-working youth are not providing that same impact.

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Saving Cents With Sense

NOVEMBER 3, 2011

is saluting active, veteran and retired U.S. military personnel and their immediate families with free, small Slurpee® drinks between 11 a.m. troops by adding a $1 donation to the USO when they check out at participating 7-Eleven® stores. In addition, for troops and their families stationed at 11 U.S. On Friday, Nov.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Hello and welcome to the 316th Carnival of Personal Finance- Family Edition. This week I am reminding you all about those special people in your life- your family. It was during this rather taxing weekend that I was reminded of how great a loving family can be. Families are our rock, our support system, and our fans.

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Saving Everyday

NOVEMBER 5, 2011

Here are some free events and activities you can enjoy with your friends and family this weekend! Meet Geoffrey, Try out this season’s hottest toys, Create your own Holiday Wish List and Toys”R”Us will donate $1 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation for every Wish List created. Thanks to my friend, Janae at Keeping Cents for this post!

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

); //-->. Here are some free events and activities you can enjoy with your friends and family this weekend! FREE Boat Show : family activities, savings and seminars. Plus, the LEGO Group will donate $1 for each stand built to Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation to support the fight against childhood cancer.

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Penny Pinchin' Mom

DECEMBER 17, 2023

hours per day working on household activities such as cooking, household management, and general housework. hours focusing on physical care activities such as feeding and bathing the kids. Before the week begins, ensure that all the family meetings and undertakings for the coming week have been mapped out.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 17, 2014

I have two suggestions: include them as adults, but also plan some age specific activities for them. Let them lead the home and table decorating activities – coming up with ideas, researching costs, conferring with you and then making the decorations happen on the event day. Suggest a youth group springtime activity.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses. Recently I tried something completely new to me and earned $1000 in less than 3 months by donating plasma–see the details in #14.

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MARCH 23, 2020

To do your part, stay home for all but essential activities. Donate to Food Banks. To make matters worse, many adults who relied on their work to provide for their families have lost their jobs. Donating food or money can help members of your community who are struggling. Donate Blood.

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

brewed coffee to veterans, active duty service members and military spouses. Please share this with friends and family who are Veterans and take them out to enjoy their free coffee. Also, when you purchase a Starbucks Card, Starbucks will donate $5.00 On Veterans Day, November 11, participating Starbucks locations in the U.S.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

When people think of minimalism, they often picture families living an almost zero-waste lifestyle, meticulously composting and recycling so they only have a single bag of trash per year. We also say no to excessive activities for our son, and I say no sometimes to other obligations. We were tired of the clutter.

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Saving In Akron

MAY 29, 2011

For families of registered kids, a one-time payment of $27.95 AMF donates 25 cents per vote up to $10,000 to Susan G. Family Pass for Adults. Buy a Family Pass and bowl with your kids. For families of registered kids, a one-time payment of $27.95 AMF donates 25 cents per vote up to $10,000 to Susan G.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 16, 2012

This doesn’t make you a bad person; we only have so much capacity to care for others before we must attend to our own needs, and your family is your first concern. Consider how often you get gifts from your family and friends that you don’t especially want knowing they spent more money than they can afford.

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

brewed coffee to veterans, active duty service members and military spouses. Please share this with friends and family who are Veterans and take them out to enjoy their free coffee. Also, when you purchase a Starbucks Card, Starbucks will donate $5.00 will offer a free tall (12 fl. Free Starbucks Coffee On Veterans Day .

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 8, 2014

brewed coffee to veterans, active duty service members and military spouses. Please share this with friends and family who are Veterans and take them out to enjoy their free coffee. Also, when you purchase a Starbucks Card, Starbucks will donate $5.00 On Veterans Day, November 11, participating Starbucks locations in the U.S.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 17, 2011

Make sure the helping is age-appropriate: small children will be able to be helpful around the home and to family members; older children can be helpful within their community as well as in their home and school. Older children could come up with ways to make extra money that can then be donated to help other people.

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Koupon Karen

APRIL 26, 2024

Look into local amenities, public transport options, safety, and potential activities. Take the time to sift through your possessions, determining what to retain, donate, or discard. Participating in community activities can also provide deeper insights into local culture and traditions.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 13, 2013

I don’t know about your kids but friends of mine’s kids wanted to try lots of different activities before finding ones that became favorites that they then stuck with. Have you noticed that no two activities seem to use the same equipment? Each time they took up something new, it meant new uniforms and equipment.

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Saving In Akron

NOVEMBER 10, 2011

BJs Restaurant and Brewhouse - Active duty military and veteran get a complimentary lunch entree or a one topping mini pizza for dinner up to $10. Champps Americana – All Veterans and Active Military will receive a free burger on November 11th. Offers and deals vary by by location. Twin Peaks – get a FREE entree up to $10.

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For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

brewed coffee to veterans, active duty service members and military spouses. Please share this with friends and family who are Veterans and take them out to enjoy their free coffee. Also, when you purchase a Starbucks Card, Starbucks will donate $5.00 On Veterans Day, 11/11, participating Starbucks locations in the U.S.

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Nicoles Nickels

APRIL 9, 2013

We’d love to invite you to host a giveaway of “Springtime Skincare Essentials” featuring products from Johnson & Johnson Family of Consumer Companies like sun protection, acne solutions and lightweight lotions to keep skin in tip-top shape. Visit healthyessentials.com/our-caring to find out how to download the Donate a Photo app.

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JUNE 18, 2014

Admission is $2 for adults, or FREE with donation of a non-perishable pet food item. For more frugal family fun, check out 10 ways to save money on movie tickets , as well as FREE activities to do with your kids each weekend ! Classic Cinemas Wednesday Morning Movie Series - Summer movies for kids for only $1.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 19, 2013

In the past, a lot of my time has been devoted to earning money for my family and to raising my son. The skills and discipline acquired and practiced through the activities I’m drawn to would translate into my business as well. Do I always want to be working? Do I want time to give back to my community? Avoid Over-Scheduling.

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Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 29, 2013

Today’s post is all about gifts for friends and family! These insoles are a great budget-friendly stocking stuffer for the person on your list that loves running, hiking, or any activity involving their feet. Chillow is activated simply by adding. Giveaway Season of Sharing 2013 Day 5: Friends and Family and Giveaway'

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For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 11, 2016

Ovation Brands’® restaurants – Old Country Buffet®, Ryan’s®, HomeTown® Buffet and Country Buffet® – as well as Furr’s Fresh Buffet® are shining the spotlight on true life heroes with its newest Family Night promotion. Family Night takes place every Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. September 22: Thank You, Police Officers!

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 7, 2012

On January 14, IKEA will host BYOF Day (BYOF stands for Bring Your Own Friend ), which will be a nationwide, in-store event full of special perks and activities designed to be shared with friends and family. In addition for each friend invited, IKEA will donate $1 to Save the Children, up to $50,000.

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For the Mommas

JUNE 20, 2012

Banana Boat is encouraging families across the U.S. Even though no sunscreen is perfect, Banana Boat® Natural Reflect sunscreen is the first mass brand sunscreen that offers sun protection using naturally sourced sunscreen actives that deflect UVA and UVB rays. Pledge to Donate. You can grab a $1.00/1 Take the pledge here.

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The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

I am so impressed by the amount of biking and walking she and her family do, especially since it’s the functional sort, to get yourself from point A to point B. ” Sunrise on Lake Michigan I’ve moved a LOT – not as much as a military family, perhaps, but quite a bit for someone my age!

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The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 22, 2024

We also like to have enough means to travel and visit family and friends, so being frugal in some areas helps us be generous in others. I’ve often wished to be able to go back in time and undo that house purchase, it would have saved our family so much trouble and money! What’s your best frugal win?

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