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Caring Causes: From the Pocket of an Overcoat

Motherhood Moments

will received donated copies of the acclaimed children’s book, “From the Pocket of an Overcoat” , written and illustrated by Robert Vincent to help young children get excited about reading during Read Across America in March. The benefits of reading to sheltered dogs are praised by educational programs and rescue organizations alike.

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Interview with Tour des Trees and The TREE Fund

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Mary : The STIHL Tour des Trees is the signature fundraising event of the Tree Research & Education Endowment Fund (TREE Fund) , a 501(c)3 foundation with headquarters in Naperville, Ill. Every ride is unique, and the Tour has raised more than $5 million for tree research and education since its inception in 1992.

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Meet a Reader | Karen from the Great Lakes

The Frugal Girl

Back when I was engaged and living on my own for the first time (I lived with my parents while in grad school to save on rent), I went to the library a lot and found a copy of the Tightwad Gazette. Eventually, when I was married and working at a library I ordered my own copy of the Complete Tightwad Gazette–and I still have it!

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Meet a Reader | Biker Liz

The Frugal Girl

Can’t believe I live here – a lake near my house Because I’ve lived so many different places, I’ve seen first-hand how good use of available resources can really improve overall community experiences, such as community gardens that utilize city-wide composting programs, to libraries, cycling infrastructure.

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My 2020 Financial Goals & A Recap of 2019

Family Balance Sheet

I feel like I made a lot of trips to the thrift store to donate our stuff, but my house will tell you otherwise. This is my referral Amazon link, but I found the book at the library.) This is a broad goal and goes against all of the goal writing rules, but I truly feel like this year I need to educate myself on all things retirement.

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50 FREE Activities Your Family Can Enjoy this Summer

Saving Cents With Sense

Gather your soap and buckets and offer to wash the neighborhood dogs for free or for a small donation you donate to your local shelter. Visit your local library for free story hours. Rent free children’s movies from your local library. Attend a free crafting session at your local library. Enjoy a backyard bonfire.

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Homework Headaches Be Gone: Where to Find Free Online Tutors

Saving Cents With Sense

At Learn to Be, hundreds of tutors volunteer through this donation funded program to bring your child answers to their homework questions. Kaplan is a trusted name in children’s education and offers online tutors that work with your child one on one to tackle those tough subjects. Your local library. Kaplan Kids.

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