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Hit a Homerun and Shop at Second Hand Stores for Your Baseball Party

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baseball_picnicBaseball season comes quickly and is a great excuse to get all your friends and family together and have some fun! Planning parties can be stressful and could cost you a lot of money. By shopping at your local second hand stores you can find what you need to plan a great day of fun for everyone while on a budget. Read More Hit a Homerun and Shop at Second Hand Stores for Your Baseball Party

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Money Saving Tips: Fun Activities to Do With Dad That Won’t Cost A Lot

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Father’s Day is coming up. It’s a day to celebrate, thank and honor your father for raising you, being there for you and ultimately being a dad!

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Turn Upcycled Used Clothing Into Handmade Father’s Day Gifts

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Father’s Day is on June 21st this year, which gives you a full month to come up with something great for the Dads in your life. No pressure, but it should be something cool, fun, and original. Something that says “I appreciate you and also know that you will never, ever wear all of those ties.” Upcycling used clothing into DIY gifts is a great way to get that message across, and the internet is full of incredible projects for every father. Best of all, they’ll know that you took the time to do something just for them. Read More Turn Upcycled Used Clothing Into Handmade Father’s Day Gifts

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5 Ways to Save Money on Summer Activities for Kids

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Time to whip out the sprinklers and slip n’ slides because it’s summer time! Although it’s an exciting and carefree time for kids, parents aren’t so lucky. Summer also means entertaining kids all day, every day! Summer camps, day time activities, theme parks and child care is expensive; so here are some ways to save money this summer on kids activities. Get creative! Read More 5 Ways to Save Money on Summer Activities for Kids

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Camping 101: Thrifty Ways to Save Money

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camping_tentsCamping is a great way to go on a vacation that won’t break the bank, however it can still put a nice dent in the wallet if you don’t plan accordingly and know the ins and outs of how to camp. Costs can add up even if you are an experienced camper. Check out these tips on ways to save money while camping. They’ll be sure to come in handy this summer!

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How to Shop Used Clothing & Spot a Good Pair of Designer Jeans

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When shopping for used clothing, one of the most rewarding finds is a nice, well-made pair of designer jeans. There are few affordable luxuries that compare to good jeans that also look good on you. This holy grail of high-end clothing is tricky to come by, however, and it’s easy to buy a fake if you aren’t careful. The key to determining whether or not you’re looking at the real deal is in the quality of the materials and the workmanship. Read More How to Shop Used Clothing & Spot a Good Pair of Designer Jeans

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7 Money Saving Tips for Planning a Memorial Day BBQ

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memorial_day_bbqWith Memorial Day weekend just around the corner, we’re all looking for ways to beat the heat and have a great time without breaking the bank. Your local Arc Store has some money saving tips for your Memorial Day BBQ, and some other fun ideas too! Read More 7 Money Saving Tips for Planning a Memorial Day BBQ

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Money Saving Tips to Make Your Wardrobe & Budget Stretch on Vacation

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Woohoo! You’re going on vacation to some place nice and warm, which most likely has a nice sunny and sandy beach to relax and play on. You are on cloud nine just thinking about kicking back in your bikini with a tropical beverage in your hand when suddenly you freak out about how on earth you’re going to possibly fit everything you need into your suitcase. Keep reading to some money saving tips on how to fit everything and not get charged extra for a heavy suitcase.

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Donate, Don’t Dump Your Stuff! The Arc Store Offers Free Pick-Up

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students_donating_clothesWith the end of the semester coming up and the summer ahead now is the perfect time for some spring cleaning! But what do you do with all of the stuff you want to get rid of?

Did you know your local Arc Store will pick up your donations at no charge? Instead of overloading your car or having to call up the one person you know with a pick-up truck, call the Arc Store nearest you and schedule a home pick up. Read More Donate, Don’t Dump Your Stuff! The Arc Store Offers Free Pick-Up

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It’s True at Thrift Stores: One Man’s Trash is Another Man’s Treasure

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ThinkstockPhotos-91992796-couple_shopping_at_antique_storeIf you look hard enough you will find something in your home that means the world to you, so you display it proudly and wonder at times why your friends aren’t telling you how wonderful it is. When shopping at your local thrift store you’ll run across many such items just looking for a new owner. If you’ve ever collected anything or been given an award you know the value you place on those items, and rightfully so. Read More It’s True at Thrift Stores: One Man’s Trash is Another Man’s Treasure

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