Posted August 29, 2008 - 08:11 by Linsey Knerl
Career and Income, Art and Leisure, Career Building, Making Extra Cash
It’s that time again. Football fans are gearing up for the excitement of a new season. The rest of the world is prepping for how to deal with it. And Football Fantasy Leagues are popping up everywhere – including at work. But is it a good idea?
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Posted August 25, 2008 - 07:48 by Philip Brewer
Freebies, Deals, Lifestyle, Art and Leisure
Here's a sampling of free and cheap things to do where I live--Champaign-Urbana, Illinois--offered up for my neighbors (who may not know all these places), for visitors (who may not have time to hunt up all the cool things to do), as a source of inspiration for people who live elsewhere, and just to let folks from away know that CU is a happenin' place, with lots to do.
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Posted August 23, 2008 - 09:33 by Myscha Theriault
Art and Leisure
Has budget dating become a real drag? Looking for ways to be really romantic while you're really broke? It's a challenge for married and unmarried couples alike. Here are eight easy ways to light a stylish spark without driving your budget into the ditch.
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Posted August 20, 2008 - 21:58 by Mary Webber
Art and Leisure
Letterboxing, geocaching and orienteering... Looking to try a new sport? One that doesn't require a gym membership, new clothes, or expensive equipment? One as much mental as physical? Here it is! These three ways to hunt for treasure can be fun games or fiercely competitive. Cheap fun, rich rewards, no walking the plank!
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Posted August 17, 2008 - 18:21 by Julie Rains
Art and Leisure
Want to have a fun day but short on cash? Here are some outings around my town that I have enjoyed, nearly all for free.
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Posted August 15, 2008 - 21:50 by Carrie Kirby
Art and Leisure
If watching the Olympics has piqued your appetite for travel in China, don't despair: After the airfare, you can see a lot of sights in this country for not a lot of coin -- if you avoid the tourism industry.
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Posted August 10, 2008 - 07:00 by Will Chen
Art and Leisure
You are invited to Sharon's Sip 'n Save book party at the Starbucks location at 29th & Park Avenue on August 11! Sharon will be sharing her favorite frugal ideas, offering free samples of iced coffee, and talking about her fabulous new book "How to Live Well and Save Money." If you're in the neighborhood drop by and show a fellow frugal blogger some moral support on her first book tour.
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Posted August 9, 2008 - 05:31 by Linsey Knerl
Frugal Living, Art and Leisure
Friends of mine have barely gotten over the Blu-ray vs. HD DVD war, and I’m still stuck back in the 80’s (remember when Betamax was struggling to be on top?) It’s not that I don’t appreciate the finer points of DVD’s. I just still love certain irreplaceable features of good ol’ VHS tape.
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Posted August 7, 2008 - 03:01 by Myscha Theriault
Art and Leisure
Looking for frugal family fun in “The County” this summer? This list will help get you started.
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Posted July 28, 2008 - 11:09 by Lynn Truong
Art and Leisure
This will the be first in our new series of open group writes. It's a chance to showcase great bloggers in the Wise Bread community and provide more resources for our readers. To participate, post an article on the designated topic and send us your link. We'll post an article with links to all qualified articles in a few weeks.
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