A family vacation is just not in the budget this year. Sometimes, even a staycation just doesn’t cut it. That’s why we’ve found something in between. The day trip. [Continue
{The New Home Ec} 9 Inexpensive Ways to Vacation at Home
We are just one week from spring break. I’d love to be counting down to an exciting trip, packing my bags for a week at the beach, or mapping out our trip to a fun destination. It’s just not in the budget this year. That doesn’t mean …
Bowling Deals for Frugal Family Fun (Plus Eversave Royal Pin Giveaway)
Don’t miss your chance to win a free Royal Pin bowling experience from Eversave. Details below! We just love to experience all the family fun our city has to offer!
{The New Home Ec} Frugal Family Fun: Game Night
A regular family night is important to us — to step back from the everyday, enjoy spending time together, and create lasting memories for our girls. Last year, we scheduled a monthly excursion, paid for primarily through family memberships, gifts, an…
{The New Home Ec} 10 Fun Things for Kids to Do Over Winter Break
The girls have been home for winter break all week — with almost 2 weeks still to go! It’s been a blissful 3 days of sleeping in (slightly), playing Wii
{The New Home Ec} 6 Ways to Make Movie Night More Exciting
If you’re looking for a fun, frugal way to enjoy time with your family, look no further than your living room. Movie night is a simple, inexpensive idea for family fun. The girls love it when we declare a family movie night. The lights are dimmed…
11 Days Until Christmas: We Can Build a Snowman
With only 11 days left in the Countdown to Christmas, I hope you’re staying warm & dry. My girls love the snow—they love to see it, and they love to
12 Days Until Christmas: Holiday Movie Marathon
The Countdown to Christmas is officially down to the 12 days of Christmas. Amazon.com Widgets I love Christmas episodes of my favorite television shows. I love Christmas specials. And, Christmas
Free Event: Boat Parade in Patchogue
Free event happening this Sunday in Patchogue.
Ten Unplugged Ways to Entertain the Kids
It can be very difficult to entertain five rambunctious kids on a limited budget, especially if you don’t want to keep them plugged in all day with a DVD or