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Meet a Reader | JenRR from the Midwest

The Frugal Girl

Tell us a little about yourself My current lifestyle would probably qualify as frugal-lite compared to many others. I was a bit intimidated by this, but then I figured I probably wasn’t the only person out there who isn’t ultra-frugal at the moment. How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? Enjoying some outdoor time.

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Frugal Fun

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

This week I am participating in a Yakezie blog swap where I am to discuss the topic “ Balancing Frugality and Fun.”. Frugal fun? Isn’t frugal fun an oxymoron? Free/discount museum day (If you are a BofA customer, check out their free museum pass program.) That’s nuts! Ethnic and cultural festivals.

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Free things to do during the quarantine

Family Balance Sheet

They range from educational live streams, free trials to virtual tours and free food. Museums & Aquariums: The Metropolitan Opera is offering free live streaming. Here’s a list of 12 Pennsylvania Museums that are offering virtual tours. I found the live stream had a very calming effect on my anxiety. Unlimited reading.

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25 Frugal & Fun Date Night Ideas

Saving Cents With Sense

So here are 25 Frugal & Fun Date Night Ideas to help you spend more quality time together. Save on Food & Drink. Don’t forget to check Groupon for daily deals on food, movies, concert tickets, spa days or more. Turn “date night” into a daytime date and visit local museums or parks for free. Save on Entertainment.

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10 Fun Dates That Won’t Break The Bank

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

All you need is a blanket and some food. It can be even cheaper if you make the food yourself, and since picnic food is easy to do, you should give it a try. Spend Time At A Museum Or Art Gallery. If your date likes art or history, chances are visiting museums and galleries would be an enjoyable time. Frugal Fun.

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Central PA Staycation Ideas

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Peter’s Basilica in Rome” Not far from the Capitol is the State Museum of Pennsylvania. The National Civil War Museum , as stated on the website, is “the only museum in The United States that portrays the entire story of the American Civil War. The museum is housed in an 1899 Victoria fire house.

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Start Planning and Budgeting for Summer TODAY!

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Local fairs & festivals – Look for local fairs and festivals for low-cost games, food, and activities. If you’re a cardholder, check the website for the dates and list of participating museums. Summer Food: Our diet changes over the summer. My state of PA has 93 rail-trails that cover over 1000 miles.

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