Frugal Fun begins with a thirty pack of PBR, a half dozen friends and mustaches taped all over the tv...every time your paper mustache perfectly lines up to whatever is on tv...everyone drinks. Hell, it's cheaper and far more fun than hanging out in a bar with a bunch of pretentious pricks.
I incurred a large medical bill due to an illness. It was routine surgery which I had major and rare complications from. I applied for financial aid, but because I have assets and very little income, and my bills are nearly 90% of my assets they plan to take all they can. I tried every trick in the book, every tip, wrote letters explaining how I am running out of money, so on and so forth. They have no mercy! I don't want to cheat the hospital but am I supposed to spend every dime I have on them and then not have money left for groceries and no hope for that better job that I have been looking for years? Apparently so! Let this be a warning to anyone in Kentucky who has the misfortune of an illness shortly after losing their insurance.
I love this list. The only issue I have is with medications. Flushing meds down the toilet can contaminate future water sources or if you simply throw them away, your trash could be at risk of getting torn open by people with substance abuse problems. When it comes to old medication, especially prescription anything, call your local police dept, fire dept or hospital. They will take the meds from you or instruct you how to properly dispose of the drugs. My town does this a few times a year.
a friend of mine works for a company that rents vacation homes. So we get free lodging in amazing mountain towns like Breckenridge and Vail. Then spend the day hiking around and having fun!
We get discounts for going out to eat, movies and other attractions. We also have movie nights at home, potluck dinners with friends and family, find free passes to museums, go to family day at the local fair and see free concerts. It can take some work to find discounts and free passes, but so worth it.
Maybe it's just me but when a purse costs more than $100 it's no longer a deal. I can't emotionally pay more than $100 so I usually pass on the name brands unless there is a great deal!!
Lovely list! Since almost half your suggestions are food, it would probably be a good idea to remind your readers to double-check with their District or school to find out if teachers are allowed to accept food items. Both my parents were teachers and enjoyed many food gifts, but sadly times have changed, and in a survey we did of 300+ teachers the majority either did not allow food (due to food safety issues), or preferred not to receive it (due to diet restrictions). You can see the poll results here: http://christmasgiftsforteachers.com/gift-preferences-poll
I think people have to start searching for broad keywords like “paid surveys” for example.That way they only will find a lot of sites, that are paid.Try better searches like:
For frugal fun, I go to the discount theatre on Tuesdays - which only costs $1.50. The other days it's $3.25, which isn't too bad either. I skip the popcorn and bring my own water bottle and snacks.
On Friday nights I go hiking with friends - it's normally $5.00 per visit during the day but evenings it's free.
I have a friend who frequently earns bowling passes so he gives alot of them to me so I bowl for free when I practice. I am on a bowling league but I don't buy the bottled water and eat their food - too expensive. I make sure I eat dinner beforehand.
Yeah this is probably why I would just rather not buy furniture used. I don't think the trade off is worth it. I would usually assume that if there was a problem and you asked, they're just going to lie.
My favorite Black Friday tactic is to find the deals that most interest me and hit the sales around 9 a.m. Yes, the bulk of the doorbusters are gone, but so are the crazy crowds. I can leisurely pick through the wreckage, including some of the doorbuster items that were taken up to the register but not paid for. I have less expectation of finding the things I'm looking for, so anything I do find is a win and I'm less likely to get wrapped up in the chaos and buy things I hadn't planned to.
We have frugal fun by having friends over for a picnic at a local beach in the summer, or a potluck in the winter. (When we were all couples, this was much smaller! Now with 10 kids between the 3 couples, it gets crowded fast!) For date night, we often use 2 for 1 coupons, even if it was for a cup of coffee. Going to our local coffee house for a great cup of coffee and a good long chat were some of our best dates. One of our favorite "mini-splurge" dates is getting some great cheese (the really good stuff), a bottle of sparkling juice, and making homemade bread and a salad. Feels really upscale, yet totally on budget. Besides, do you know how many great cheeses are out there? There are infinite possibilities for cheese night at our house!
Frugal Fun begins with a thirty pack of PBR, a half dozen friends and mustaches taped all over the tv...every time your paper mustache perfectly lines up to whatever is on tv...everyone drinks. Hell, it's cheaper and far more fun than hanging out in a bar with a bunch of pretentious pricks.
I incurred a large medical bill due to an illness. It was routine surgery which I had major and rare complications from. I applied for financial aid, but because I have assets and very little income, and my bills are nearly 90% of my assets they plan to take all they can. I tried every trick in the book, every tip, wrote letters explaining how I am running out of money, so on and so forth. They have no mercy! I don't want to cheat the hospital but am I supposed to spend every dime I have on them and then not have money left for groceries and no hope for that better job that I have been looking for years? Apparently so! Let this be a warning to anyone in Kentucky who has the misfortune of an illness shortly after losing their insurance.
Look up free events online and attend them :)
A matinee movie always makes me feel better!
I love this list. The only issue I have is with medications. Flushing meds down the toilet can contaminate future water sources or if you simply throw them away, your trash could be at risk of getting torn open by people with substance abuse problems. When it comes to old medication, especially prescription anything, call your local police dept, fire dept or hospital. They will take the meds from you or instruct you how to properly dispose of the drugs. My town does this a few times a year.
a friend of mine works for a company that rents vacation homes. So we get free lodging in amazing mountain towns like Breckenridge and Vail. Then spend the day hiking around and having fun!
We get discounts for going out to eat, movies and other attractions. We also have movie nights at home, potluck dinners with friends and family, find free passes to museums, go to family day at the local fair and see free concerts. It can take some work to find discounts and free passes, but so worth it.
hike
In the winter, we get dvds from library for movie night, have our own spa days at home, beaches and parks in the nice weather
Maybe it's just me but when a purse costs more than $100 it's no longer a deal. I can't emotionally pay more than $100 so I usually pass on the name brands unless there is a great deal!!
I am a newsletter subscriber and I would love to see more free offers like free greeting cards from Cardstore--they are a small gift but make my day!
I would love to see more deals on children and baby items. Those items seem to always cost the most.
hiking, also this counts as frugal exercise
Lovely list! Since almost half your suggestions are food, it would probably be a good idea to remind your readers to double-check with their District or school to find out if teachers are allowed to accept food items. Both my parents were teachers and enjoyed many food gifts, but sadly times have changed, and in a survey we did of 300+ teachers the majority either did not allow food (due to food safety issues), or preferred not to receive it (due to diet restrictions). You can see the poll results here: http://christmasgiftsforteachers.com/gift-preferences-poll
I love your site, need more freebies, because I'm on a very small limited income and can't afford to buy much.
It is the best time for anyone to show her smart buyer side..I guess...:)
Great post,
I think people have to start searching for broad keywords like “paid surveys” for example.That way they only will find a lot of sites, that are paid.Try better searches like:
“surveys with free registration”
for example…
You will find more results on Google that way …
At-home movie night with Dollar Tree popcorn and snacks. I also like doing a potluck dinner and chat with friends...
I go to free events at my university, take advantage of happy hours at restaurants, and go hiking with my dog and friends.
For frugal fun, I go to the discount theatre on Tuesdays - which only costs $1.50. The other days it's $3.25, which isn't too bad either. I skip the popcorn and bring my own water bottle and snacks.
On Friday nights I go hiking with friends - it's normally $5.00 per visit during the day but evenings it's free.
I have a friend who frequently earns bowling passes so he gives alot of them to me so I bowl for free when I practice. I am on a bowling league but I don't buy the bottled water and eat their food - too expensive. I make sure I eat dinner beforehand.
I love taking a picnic to free outdoor concerts. Good food, good friends, and good music is the best combination ever.
Yeah this is probably why I would just rather not buy furniture used. I don't think the trade off is worth it. I would usually assume that if there was a problem and you asked, they're just going to lie.
My favorite Black Friday tactic is to find the deals that most interest me and hit the sales around 9 a.m. Yes, the bulk of the doorbusters are gone, but so are the crazy crowds. I can leisurely pick through the wreckage, including some of the doorbuster items that were taken up to the register but not paid for. I have less expectation of finding the things I'm looking for, so anything I do find is a win and I'm less likely to get wrapped up in the chaos and buy things I hadn't planned to.
Get together with friends for movie night or to play some cards.
We have frugal fun by having friends over for a picnic at a local beach in the summer, or a potluck in the winter. (When we were all couples, this was much smaller! Now with 10 kids between the 3 couples, it gets crowded fast!) For date night, we often use 2 for 1 coupons, even if it was for a cup of coffee. Going to our local coffee house for a great cup of coffee and a good long chat were some of our best dates. One of our favorite "mini-splurge" dates is getting some great cheese (the really good stuff), a bottle of sparkling juice, and making homemade bread and a salad. Feels really upscale, yet totally on budget. Besides, do you know how many great cheeses are out there? There are infinite possibilities for cheese night at our house!