Coupons Do Work

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

Buy 1 Oral-B Stages Pro-Health Kids’ Toothpaste $2.99, regular price. newspaper manufacturer’s coupon, as advertised in-ad. 1 – Crest Pro-Health Stages or Kids Toothpaste 4.2 Buy 1 Luvs Family Pack Diapers $15.99, sale price 11/27-12/3. 1 – Newspaper Coupon, as advertised in-ad. Use four $1.00 And use one $1.00/1

Charmin 100

Charmin Tide Nutter Butter Vicks 100

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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Activism Family Library Kids and Family 40

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 13, 2015

Got Kids? . Kids meals normally range from $3.99 – $5.99, but many restaurants offer free kids meals or reduced kids meals with an adult meal purchase during specific hours or days. For example, a favorite local Italian restaurant offers FREE kids meal with adult meal purchase on Saturdays from 2pm – 4pm.

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Eating Out Saving Money Money Restaurant 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2013

If you’re trying to save money, pay down debt, or both, then you might want to consider skipping your family’s usual summer trip and plan staycations instead. Staycations are inexpensive activities that your family can do at home, or locally, that you can all enjoy without running up an expensive vacation tab. Have a Potluck Party.

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Frugal Life Frugal Kids and Family Inexpensive 242

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 23, 2014

Kids could roam the neighborhood by themselves safely. On Christmas eve, gangs of kids caroled from house to house. Kids addressed adult neighbors as Mr or Mrs so and so, not by first name. Kids did chores and not all of them were ‘safe’ My brother mowed the lawn with a homemade electric lawnmower.

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Growing Home and Garden Radios Kids and Family 180

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 6, 2011

The kids are so proud to give a gift that they handmade and the teachers are always very touched. These Popsicle Stick Christmas Tree Ornaments are fun for the kids to make and to give. Be sure to lay down newspaper to prevent any spills or smears. Every year for Christmas, my daughters make a Christmas craft for their teachers.

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Christmas Painting Newspaper Giving 149

Couponing 101

OCTOBER 11, 2011

I know newspapers are a popular source of coupons, but since newspapers cost money, it can be discouraging for beginners who may not have room in their budget for a newspaper subscription. Friends and Family. You likely know a few people who get a newspaper but don’t use the coupons. Need more coupons?

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Magazine and Newspaper Subscriptions Newspaper Library T-Mobile 100

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 29, 2013

As much as I HATE this challenge, eating at restaurants is starting to get really expensive for my family of four and we always use some type of coupon. But my oldest daughter has decided that she hates the kids menu. So now we’re ordering 3 adult meals and 1 kids meal. At a chain restaurant, our bill is usually $30-$40.

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Dinner At Home Finds Home 113

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 24, 2014

My family is much less likely to distract me when I’m working on my desktop computer than when I’m sitting on the couch with my laptop. He gets himself breakfast, reads the newspaper, and practices the piano. Look at the rhythms of your family, and figure out the best times to work with few distractions. Prioritize.

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Work From Home Work Home Son 220

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 19, 2012

Meet my kitchen: On a typical day the counters are cluttered with breakfast dishes or after-school snack dishes, clean dishes waiting for someone to put away, the newspaper, the kids' school work, and so much more. I have decided that as long as my kids bring home artwork from school, my refrigerator door will always be their showcase.

Cleaning 147

Cleaning Kitchen Refrigerators Newspaper 147

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 28, 2014

Try some interesting newspaper stories – maybe your favourite of the year – or gift bags that you’ve kept from the year of gifts being gifted to you. I love buying my friends and family members gifts like the next person, because being generous and thoughtful is fun and rewarding. Probably not.

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Green Christmas Food Waste Leftovers 167

Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 20, 2016

When my family drive down to Georgia from Michigan, one of the places they ask me to take them is to Publix and then they say they need to have a Publix in Michigan. The actual coupon for the penny item can be found in your local newspaper. Those who have a Publix near them, know that Shopping at Publix is awesome!

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Publix Shopping South Carolina North Carolina 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Kids create a lot of paper during their childhood. I needed a place to store all of her baby mementos, such as cards, notes, and even a newspaper from the day she was born. Flat Plastic Tubs: In the early years of preschool, all the kids’ artwork was adorable and I wanted to keep every single piece of it.

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Organic Organization Kids Daughter 246

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

Last year we used a man that had prior experience as the grounds keeper/maintenance man for a millionaire family. Newspaper delivery. When my first born was a baby, I earned a bit of extra income by delivering neighborhood newspapers. Kid sitting. Today, folks who care for kids get paid fairly well.

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Son Vacation Money Cleaning 100

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

Kids Eat Free promotions. Kids meals normally range from $3.99 - $5.99. But many restaurants offer free kids meals or reduced kids meals with an adult meal purchase during specific hours or days. For example, a favorite local Italian restaurant offers FREE kids meal with adult meal purchase on Saturdays from 2pm - 4pm.

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Saving Money Restaurant Meals Money 157

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Last weekend my grown son was home for our autumn family picnic. Socks make soft containers for seldom used jewelry or if you have kids, they can be great puppets. They also make great summertime kid play tents when attached to the clothesline and can be used to hide items from view in a car or van while traveling.

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Re-use Used Reuse Amusement Park 235

Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 15, 2016

I got creative with making different meals with pasta and eventually my kids hated pasta. Market Pantry version of Lucky Charms, The Market Pantry Family Size box which was cheaper than the Lucky Charms Family Size AND Target Cartwheel I got 10% off of the Market Pantry. however, do you really need 15 tubes of toothpaste?

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Making Lucky Charms Food and Drink Watches 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 3, 2011

Guest Post Author Bio: This post was written and provided by Martha Keagan who has family who lives in San Francisco apartments. This post was written with her family in mind to create ways to liven up their apartment. Budget and Kid Friendly Fun. Are you getting ready to move into an apartment?

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Budgeting Budget Friends And Family Sale Furniture 255

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 29, 2011

At least one of the kids had a great show and tell out of the process while he was in kindergarten. He did win several things, the largest being a bike (medium priced, nothing fancy) which we gave to our youngest kid. Deliver Neighborhood Newspapers. Hubby built an 8 x 10 fenced enclosure in the way back of the back yard.

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Money Making Garage Sale Contest 173

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2015

You all know you can make puppets for kids from an old sock. I bake Christmas cookies every year to give away to family and friends. The leaders had us use vinegar and water along with newspaper to clean, dry and polish the windows. I’ve never done this myself but food.com has this recipe for Tin Can Cakes. Coffee can.

Reuse 100

Reuse Recycle Recycled Recycling 100

Motherhood Moments

JANUARY 9, 2023

When Kate meets Paul — a local daily-newspaper-comic strip-artist — the two develop a friendship that helps them both figure out how to speak their truths. CTC’s ACT One is a platform for justice, equity diversity, and inclusion that strives to ensure the theatre is a home for all people, all families, reflective of its community.

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Los Angeles Art Work Girls 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 8, 2014

This year there will be a 5K run, a cocktail reception, a picnic at Nebraska Furniture Mart, a Netjets aircraft display, a competition with Warren – newspaper throwing and a chance to buy diamonds from the big man himself. I’ll be posting on Family Money Values after we attend, to let you know what it was like!

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Omaha Nebraska Friends And Family Sale Money 169

Family Balance Sheet

OCTOBER 9, 2013

A local jewelry store ran a newspaper advertisement with the headline, “Holiday Cash-Fast!” I loaded the kids in the car, dialed the address in the GPS and set out for some fast cash. I could have, but quite honestly $150 is beyond what I expected and my kids were losing their patience. I still chuckle at the memory.

Jewelry 138

Jewelry Finds Craigslist Cameras 138

Saving With Shellie

JULY 27, 2012

My boys have a little over a month until Mother’s Day Out starts but I know many school-age kids go back in just two or three weeks. This Sunday (7/29) you’ll find a special Healthy Essentials coupon insert in your local newspaper with $175 in savings on your favorite Johnson & Johnson products. Ready to win?

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Johnson & Johnson Giveaway Band-Aid Kids and Family 63

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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Johnson & Johnson Giveaway Donation Neutrogena 111

Saving Cents With Sense

OCTOBER 24, 2011

Invite friends/family over and ask them to bring any used costumes (and accessories) that they don’t want. Instead of letting kids grab candy out of your bowl (and take half the bag!), This will cut down on the amount of candy that you need to supply, and really kids will get plenty of candy anyhow. 3) Host an Exchange Party.

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Halloween Friends And Family Sale Clothing and Accessories Saving 98

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2014

Don’t shop hungry and if your kids aren’t helpful with shopping, you may want to leave them at home so you can concentrate on getting the best deals. You knew this tip was coming didn’t you? :) You can find coupons in newspapers, magazines, by mail, or online to help you save each week at the store. Enjoy FREE family friendly events.

2014 88

2014 Saving Bills Emergency Fund 88

Family Balance Sheet

JULY 19, 2012

The queen sized comforter that I no longer used can be deducted, but the kids' outgrown mega block set cannot. Magazine or newspaper articles and photographs that describe the items and statements by the recipients of the items are also useful. Unfortunately not everything in your home is considered a tax deduction if donated.

Donation 100

Donation Taxes Furniture Clothes 100

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 3, 2017

Don’t shop hungry and if your kids aren’t helpful with shopping, you may want to leave them at home so you can concentrate on getting the best deals. You knew this tip was coming didn’t you? :) You can find coupons in newspapers, magazines, by mail, or online to help you save each week at the store. Enjoy FREE family friendly events.

New Year's 40

New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

Coupons Do Work

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

1 mouthwash 237ml/8oz+ excludes kids. 2 toothpastes 3oz+ or liquid gels excludes regular, cavity, baking soda, tartar control and kids. 2 adult manual toothbrushes excludes healthy clean and kids. Covergirl+Olay $3/1 family product excludes accessories. Sensodyne $1/1 pronamel 6-12 years toothpaste for kids (11/6).

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Coupon Inserts Newspaper C&H Hair Care 100

Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 1, 2015

Don’t shop hungry and if your kids aren’t helpful with shopping, you may want to leave them at home so you can concentrate on getting the best deals. You knew this tip was coming didn’t you? :) You can find coupons in newspapers, magazines, by mail, or online to help you save each week at the store. Enjoy FREE family friendly events.

New Year's 40

New Year's Saving Bills Emergency Fund 40

Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 21, 2011

I know I am a geek when I say it is fun, but it really is and I think it is going to be a great lesson to teach my kids. You will find hundreds of DIY ideas with a simple google search. I am really glad I started composting. The cycle of our compostable garbage, from kitchen waste to compost to garden to table, is fascinating.

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Compost Composting Backyard Flowers and Plants 214

Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

If you love every little detail of coordinating your kid’s birthday or your dad’s retirement party, start offering your Type-A services to partiers in your community or within your personal network. Photography Professional photographers are in high demand for weddings, corporate events, family portraits and more.

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Real Estate Re-use Podcasts Work 52

For the Mommas

JANUARY 12, 2011

Eat at restaurants that have “Kids Eat Free” nights. Creating a personal hit list will help you to zero in on the best deals for your family. Her work has been published in a number of newspapers around the country, on several popular blogs as well as “All You” magazine. I love ‘em! Make a Price Book.

2011 69

2011 Cycle Friends And Family Sale Saving 69

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2013

Everywhere you look, television, billboards, the Internet, magazines, newspapers and radios try to tell us what we need to buy and consume in order to be happy. These could be shared by several different families, not just two. Every kid in my neighborhood used to come swim at my house all summer long. Happiness sell!

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Magazine and Newspaper Subscriptions Kids and Family Camping Equipment Television 212

Coupons Do Work

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

clipped from newspapers or magazines as well as internet coupons that have been printed by the customer. Buy 2 Hormel Chicken Breast, Get FREE Kids' Choice Bread, 1.5 Keebler Family Size Cookies, 17.2 - 17.31 Keebler Family Size Cookies, 17.2 - 17.31 Sunshine Cheez-It Family Pack, 21 oz - $3.98 Website: [link].

Food 100

Food Club Rewards Hidden Valley 100

Saving Everyday

AUGUST 9, 2011

1/2 Post Kids Cereals or Pebbles Treats, exp. 9/3/11 (Target Newspaper Insert 08/07/11). kids’ detangler $3.49*. 9/3/11 (Target Newspaper Insert 08/07/11). BUY ONE GET ONE 50% OFF ALL ATHLETIC SHOES FOR THE FAMILY. Kids’ 4-16 Cherokee denim $16 Each. Kids’ 4-18 Cherokee Ultimate pants $12 Each.

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Target Blu Ray Paper Towels Iams 111