Category Archives: Family Fun

Aug
27

Frugal Family Fun: The Beach (& Giveaway)

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My latest obsession. Beautiful. Peaceful. Relaxing. Wonderful. Why did it take me ALL summer to get here? No television, no internet, no phone – not even a signal omg the first time I thought I was going to die It’s … Continue reading →


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Jun
10

Thrifty Thursday: Kids Summer Movies

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So, school is out. Are you going crazy yet? “I’m bored.” “It’s too hot outside.” “There’s NOTHING to do!” From June 13 to August 13, Goodrich Quality Theaters is offering NINE family friendly movies, Monday through Friday at 10:00 am, … Continue reading →


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Jun
03

No "Me" in Memorial Day

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Oh, little Podunk Midwestern towns…we do love our parades, don’t we? Homecoming, Harvest Days, Memorial Day…damn hell, you say the girls’ basketball team won sectionals? Wellll, let’s have a parade! All in all, it does sound kind of silly, doesn’t … Continue reading →


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May
07

Frugal Friday: Nix the Souvenirs

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How many parents are with me when I say, “I hate meaningless, overpriced, junk toy souvenirs.” Holy wow! Look at all of those hands go up! I was a child once. I remember the time that I just HAD to … Continue reading →


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May
06

Thrifty Thursday: Take Me Out to the Ball Game

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Springtime: n. the season of spring Otherwise known as “Baseball Season” in the McFrugalpants household. We live in a house divided. My “baseball savant” husband and “pitcher” son are both Chicago White Sox Fans boo hiss. I, on the other … Continue reading →


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Feb
13

Littlest Pet Shop Parade…FREE today!

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Need something to do with your little ones on this cold, winter day? Join The Littlest Pet Shop, TODAY, February 13th to march in a parade…only at Walmart. A new parade will start inside the entrance of the store every … Continue reading →


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Feb
12

Almost Time for Monster Jam!!

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Are you going? (we are!) Do you have your tickets? (we do!) Preparations are being made at Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois for the opening show tomorrow night – Friday, Feb. 12th at 7:30 pm! Bring in the dirt! Bring … Continue reading →


Filed under Family Fun, Feld Entertainment, Monster Jam
Feb
11

Thrifty Thursday: The Five Buck Club

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Have you ever heard of the FREE Kerasotes Five Buck Club? Don’t get the wrong impression. It’s nothing like the “Mile High Club” or the “Kitty Kat Klub.” This club is going to save you some money all the while … Continue reading →


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Jun
26

Strawberry Fields Forever

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Have you ever gone Strawberry Pickin’? If not, I highly suggest you go sometime. Yes, it’s a lot of squatting and bending but overall, so good for the soul…and for the pocketbook at only $1.25 per pound! (though, be prepared, … Continue reading →


Filed under Chummy Recipes, Family Fun, Frugal Foodie