Category Archives: Family Fun
Frugal Family Fun: Halloween Freebies
Oh…so…okay…some of you just aren’t in the spirit of Halloween horrors and begging for candy? But, FREE candy? I can’t fathom this. I get it…you might not live in a favorable area for trick or treating or you may have … Continue reading
Because Halloween is just not enough:Los Dios de Muertos (Giveaway!)
Do you know how much I love Mexico? Seriously.Love.It. Love the people and their culture. Love the weather. Love the food. Death by Carnitas. Guacamole Guru. The epitome of a Salsa Freak. That’s me. Don’t you agree, there is just … Continue reading
Disney Live! Mickey’s Magic Show: Review and Promo Code
Abracadabra! It’s Disney Live! presents Mickey’s Magic Show! Mickey, Minnie and a host of Disney friends come together with world-class magicians to perform magic from legendary Disney films right before your eyes. See the Fairy Godmother transform Cinderella’s rags into … Continue reading
Frugal Family Fun: For The Locals
Do you need something to do with your children this Saturday? From 11am to 6pm, join the Valparaiso Fire Department and their trucks at the Culver’s of Valpo to celebrate National Fire Prevention Month. Additionally, throughout the day, they will … Continue reading
Frugal Family Fun: Free Museum Day, September 25
Museum Day is an annual event hosted by Smithsonian Media in which participating museums across the country open their doors for free to anyone presenting a Museum Day Ticket. The Museum Day Ticket provides free admission to one person, plus … Continue reading
Frugal Family Fun: World’s Largest Ice Cream Social
Be sure to join Coldstone Creamery for their 9th Annual World’s Largest Ice Cream Social. Receive a 3 oz. portion of “Kate’s Creation” for free! September 30th from 5 to 8 pm at your local participating Coldstone. We went last … Continue reading
Frugal Family Fun: Free Fall Matinees
Goodrich Quality Theaters is once again offering free movies for all ages. Just look at that lineup! Even though they offer kid combo specials, be sure to feed your little ones before you go to ensure a truly frugal time! … Continue reading
Frugal Family Fun: The Beach (& Giveaway)
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
Thrifty Thursday: Kids Summer Movies
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
No "Me" in Memorial Day
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



