Friday nights are Snack nights at our house. I get a lot of cheap fingerfoods, such as cheddar cheese, mini pizzas, chips n dip, etc. We check out videos from our local library for FREE and snack and watch movies together. (VIVO)
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Check your local church to see if they have a "Clothes Closet". This is a room in which people bring clothes in and other people can come and take some of these clothes home. It is sort of a clothes swap. Especially great for when you have kids who grow out of their clothes so quickly.
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When thinking of renting a movie for the family, try your local library first. Ours has a large selection of popular movies besides informational videos that they allow to check out usually at no charge. (Dulcy)
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"Free" entertainment for both kids & adults is to check out your local bookstore for events. A lot of times they even have snacks & juice - we are going to see the Animaniacs on Friday and the kids are so excited. (Jan)
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Take a walk. If it's raining , go to the mall to walk, and take only enough money for something to eat or drink so you won't be tempted to buy anything else.
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Look for community or school events and shows that are for free. They are alot of fun, yet nice on your wallet.