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4 Ways Pet Ownership Can Benefit Children

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

As a child, I had many pets. Pet ownership was something that was ingrained in my family’s life since before I was born. My favourite of all of my pets were the dog, and the cat. Pets are a lot of work, that’s for sure. Pets are often considered best friends of children. Responsibility.

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50 FREE Activities Your Family Can Enjoy this Summer

Saving Cents With Sense

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? Luckily, enjoying fun and family friendly activities this summer doesn’t have to mean taking out a mortgage on your home to do so.

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Start Planning and Budgeting for Summer TODAY!

Family Balance Sheet

As a family, we are looking forward to camping trips, a week at the beach, and cookouts with friends. It’s a helpful visual for everyone in my family as we anticipate our summer fun. How much is summer going to cost you and your family? Budget-Friendly Summer Fun Ideas: Summer activities can be found all around you.

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20 Fun & Budget-Friendly Summer Activities

Family Balance Sheet

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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50 FREE Activities Your Family Can Enjoy this Summer

Saving Cents With Sense

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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Fun Freetime: TurfMutt Foundation Predicts “Backyarding” Advances to a Master Level

Motherhood Moments

The trend to move indoor activities outdoors that was made popular during the pandemic – known as “backyarding” – will continue to expand in 2023, according to the TurfMutt Foundation , an environmental education and stewardship program that encourages outdoor living and caring for green spaces. Pet pampering will remain strong and expand.

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Free Weekend Activities 9/9

Saving In Akron

Here is a list of some great, FREE activities this weekend. Bass Pro Shops – Saturday 9/10 & Sunday 9/11, Honoring our Heroes Event: 1-5pm Free Family Activities, 2-4pm Free Patriotic Bug Craft. Pottery Barn Kids – Tuesday 9/13 at 10am, Read Along with Curious George: reading and activities for kids.

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