I spent the weekend in Portland visiting family and discovered a fabulous way to make a wallet. Very hip and green! You take a half gallon juice or milk carton, cut it up, fold it just so, and voila! http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Reader comment of the week
A reader named Ellie left a great comment this week that showed how you can turn something simple – a patch of water – into a very cheap, very entertaining afternoon for kids. And you can do it almost anywhere there is a public stream! http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Win a trip to Club Med Punta Cana
A site I contribute to called Toddler Magazine is giving away a 7-night stay to a family of four at an all-inclusive Club Med resort on Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic. The prize does not include airfare. Sign up…http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Free family movies this summer
Regal Theaters is once again offer free movies for kids and parents this summer. Each week for 9 weeks starting in late June, select Regal theaters show G- and PG-rated movies on Tuesday and Wednesday morning. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Need your help: what are frugal activities for kids this summer?
A reader asked for suggestions on how she could entertain her kids this summer on the cheap. So I need your help! What are low-budget or free activities you are planning for your child this summer? Are there online resources you are turning to for ideas? Please leave a comment! http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Pets on the cheap via adoption agencies
Is adopting a pet through an agency is a good deal (and a good deed)? To find out I emailed Betsy Rosenfeld, author of The Complete Singles Guide to Being a Dog Owner. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Summer Camp Alternatives to Save Money
I don’t have kids but I do know that a lot of families are looking for cheap ways to keep their children occupied this summer. Here are a few suggestions…http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Kids consignment sale (Santa Clarita Valley)
Baby and kids gear is on sale at the Santa Clarita Valley Kids Consignment sale this weekend from April 24 to 26. Details at http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Kids consignment sale (LA)
The LA Kids Consignment sale is a garage sale on steroids. Expect great deals and discounts on toys, clothing and gear for babies and kids. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Credit cards for teenagers: yay or nay?
Would you give your teenager a credit card? Bargain Babe debate the pros and cons and has a poll about the issue. http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Coupon roundup: Restaurant.com, Children’s Orchard and Universal Studios Hollywood
Coupons and discounts for Restaurant.com, Children’s Orchard and Universal Studios Hollywood.
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Disneyland Insider: does it save you money?
Find all the best discounts to Disneyland, Disney World and all things Disney with this roundup of coupons. Details at http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Get into museums free
Get into more than 70 museums across 18 states for free. Find out how at http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Restaurants where kids eat free
Want to go out to dinner, but not pay for your kids? Luckily, there are a lot of restaurants with food freebies for kids. Get the list at http://www.bargainbabe.com
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Disneyland and Disneyworld free for military
Update: A reader writes that in order to get into Disneyland for free till June you need to obtain a voucher. The voucher is only available through your local military base. Disneyland does not have the voucher and without it they will not give you free admittance. Previously: Hanging with the world’s most popular mouse is not cheap, but here’s a discount that really cuts
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Welcome to Bargain Babe! I’m Mara, and I’m so glad you’re here. I am an obsessive bargain hunter and penny pincher, and I am determined to live a full life without EVER paying full price.