Free And Cheap

Take Mom Out For A Good Time On Her Day

2008-05-09T14:00:00-05:00

My youngest daughter was so cute last night. She said “Mom, what do you like to eat for breakfast on the weekends?”

Uh-oh. I could see where this was heading! I quickly thought up something she and her older sister could make that would be edible so I wouldn’t…

10 Under $10

2008-05-09T13:46:00-05:00

Have you seen our new series “10 Under $10”?

We offer suggestions for dates, things to do with little kids, mother’s day gifts and activities in St. Pete. More will be coming.

Check it out at Stretch Your Dollar

I Just Can’t Stop Saving Money, Apparently.

2008-04-16T13:03:00-05:00

Here’s a movie my “friend” made me. Not sure if she is making fun of me or not. You be the judge.

I’m Not A Coffee Drinker, But I AM A Donut Eater

2008-04-09T13:21:00-05:00

Got this little goodie in my inbox:

Dunkin’ Donuts is making Tax Day a little more palatable for tax filers and coffee lovers by offering all customers a free donut with the purchase of any size cup of hot coffee on Tuesday, April 15 at…

It’s Not Easy (But It Sure Is Fun!) Being Green

2008-04-08T14:09:00-05:00

Have a good time enjoying the great outdoors at the Earth Day Festival at Honeymoon Island. Admission is free (up to 8 people) with the $5 per car park fee.

There will be all sorts of “earth-friendly” activities to celebrate the day, like kayak races!…

Give Your Wallet A Break With Free and Cheap Spring Fun

2008-03-31T16:24:00-05:00

Hillsborough County schools go on break this week. If you’re taking some time off to spend with your kids, but still hanging around looking for things to do, here’s some suggestions:

Saturday April 5

Guided Hike at Weedon Island

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Thatsa Nice-a Italian Ice-a!

2008-03-05T12:39:00-05:00

Celebrate the first day of spring (that would be March 20) with a free Italian ice from Rita’s. Locations in the Bay area are limited, but perhaps there is one near you?

Wow! I’m Older Than A Zoo

2008-03-04T12:34:00-05:00

In my inbox today: “Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo with discounted admission and special offers throughout the park in honor of the day the Zoo reopened its doors to the public in 1988! Admission to the Zoo on March 5 will be…

You Won’t Have To Hunt Free Easter Events If You Check This Blog

2008-03-03T15:07:01-05:00

Check back for more Free or Cheap Easter Egg hunts as they get added.

Not Necessarily Fun, But Definetely Free

2008-02-29T13:50:00-05:00

This weekend and next, Wal-Mart will be hosting Free Child ID Badges from the The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

We know you’re busy, but if you need a jumbo pack of toilet paper or some Slim Jims, why not stop…