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Kindergarten to College – Back to School Money Tips

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I love to shop garage sales. If you know you are going to want to have a tutor for your child this year, use a college tutor. Check with your local college for students who are majoring in the subject your child needs help with. If you or your student are funding college expenses, be careful of where you go for money first.

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30 Free but Thoughtful Christmas Gift Ideas

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If you have the knack with your DSLR, a photo session would be a perfect idea for new parents, soon-to-be high school or college graduate, or a family portrait. If so, give the gift of organizing a closet (or 2), kitchen cupboards, a basement, garage, etc. Make a personalized music cd. Give your Gift of Organization.

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5 Budget Friendly Ways to Bring More Life to Your Apartment

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You can visit garage sales, local flea markets and scratch and dent stores to locate used furniture that needs to be refurbished. Do you love music? Make folded slipcovers from old sheet music for your books and display them on a coffee table or bookshelf. 5 Ways to Trim Your Budget For Your Child’s College Fund.

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Explore Harrisburg PA This Summer

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The Oakes Museum of Natural History is located at Messiah College, just outside of Harrisburg. Walk along the river and peruse the artists'' booths, choose from a wide variety of food vendors and enjoy live music throughout the three days. There is no admission charge, but you might have to pay to park at a nearby parking garage.

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Sharing Goods to Reduce Consumption and Cut Waste

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One of them kept it at their house in the garage, but each time there was a snow storm they each got their chance to use it, taking turns doing both of their driveways. When I was growing up, two of my neighbors shared a snowblower each winter. If I had neighbors I liked or even talked to here where I live, I would certainly consider it!