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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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Free or Inexpensive Holiday Activities

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Gingerbread houses at local hotels. The display is free to the public and is inside the beautifully decorated lobby of the hotel. Donate the proceeds to the charity of the children s choice. Local library events & performances. Regina public library has numerous holiday related activities in December.

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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.