Family and Fun

Whether it’s a holiday celebration, volunteering or a good old fashioned fun day, these articles are full of creative topics to help you enjoy time with family and friends without incurring additional expenses.

Scavenger Hunt Fun For All Ages

Running out of ideas when it comes to keeping your family entertained while in quarantine? With National Scavenger Hunt Day quickly approaching on May 24,...

Fun and Free Resources at the Library

Your library is an important resource in your community, giving you access to a wide range of media for both entertainment and educational purposes, but...

Indoor Family Fun for Winter Months

When the temperature is too low for snow fun in the winter, you can keep your kids busy with indoor fun and still keep them...

Cash is King When Teaching Kids About Money

In the digital age, it’s becoming exceptionally rare to see people using cash when they’re out and about. But when it comes to teaching kids...

3 Low Cost Pets You’ll Love

It has been said that people who have pets are often happier than those who do not. Whereas traditionally, cats and dogs have been the...

Teaching Children How to Budget

As a parent, your goal is to help your children attain success as they embark on their independent lives. Teaching children to live within a...

Cell Phone Etiquette

Over 90% of American adults own a cell phone, with the number increasing to 97% for the 18-34 year old age bracket. The usefulness of...

A True Memorial Day Celebration

While many also regard it as the unofficial start of summer, it’s important to realize that Memorial Day weekend is more than just a long...

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

April holds both Earth Day and Arbor Day. Explore ways to reduce, reuse and recycle this month and in the process you’ll save money while...

Spring Break Staycation

Family vacations can make cherished memories…. but long car trips or busy airports aren’t everyone’s cup of tea. Whether you’re not in the travel mood...

Valentine’s Day – DIY Style

Historically, Valentine’s Day dates back to the 5th century A.D. Today, Americans observe Valentine’s Day as a way to express admiration, affection, fondness or love...

Avoiding Winter Boredom

Everyone groans at the monotony of winter. After the expense of the holidays, your spending might be a key concern. With colder weather and fewer...