Comments on: 10 Resources for Finding Free and Cheap Things to Do This Summer http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/ Financial talk for the rest of us Sat, 16 Feb 2013 01:14:45 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 By: Georgia http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-669998 Georgia Fri, 22 May 2009 18:34:22 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-669998 I would like to also say check colleges for other than just sports. We went to a program at a community college about 45 miles from home as a group of “older kids.” We heard the Sweet Adeline’s and a magnificent barbershop large group. It cost us $5.00 each and they had scads of cookies and the best “hot” hot chocolate around.

Also, my daughter attended a university about 60 miles from here in a medium sized town. They had plays, music, sports, and activities that could be enjoyed by all and were free or low cost. Try it, you’ll like it.

]]> By: JT http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-669434 JT Fri, 22 May 2009 03:31:57 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-669434 I would add the Sierra Club – their website has links to local chapters and most have free guided group hikes throughout the week at local parks and recreation areas. Great way to meet new people, get exercise (they have hikes for all levels and abilities), and its free – you don’t even have to be a member.

]]> By: Laura http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-669399 Laura Fri, 22 May 2009 02:26:48 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-669399 Just wanted to add one more idea for free summer fun…if you go on the following link, you can type in your state & zip to find free summer movies!http://www.regmovies.com/nowshowing/familyfilmfestivalschedule.aspx

]]> By: Lenore http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-668832 Lenore Thu, 21 May 2009 09:58:08 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-668832 REALLY enjoyed this one, Trent, and added most of the links to my Favorites. Community theater, second-run movie houses, matinees and drive-ins can be refreshing alternatives to overpriced multiplex shows. Scouting for flea markets, yard sales, antique shops or thrift stores is a great way to “tour” any town, and you can always take a limited amount of cash or vow to look without buying. Open houses are fun if you like that sort of thing, and sometimes there are free cookies or other refreshments set out.

We bought a secondhand porch swing a few weeks ago, and I love to just sit there and chill. With a magazine, a cold drink or one of my cats to cuddle, I feel very content and revitalized. Simple pleasures are the best, and they tend to be the moments we remember.

]]> By: Joanna Matos http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-668339 Joanna Matos Wed, 20 May 2009 23:39:17 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-668339 Great links! When I checked our community calendar I saw Chipotle was giving away free Burritos all day today for their Grand Opening. Our family had a great meal and drinks all on the house. Also for anyone looking for a break from the heat, Regal Movie Theaters has a free family film festival in the summer. Check out http://www.regmovies.com for participating locations. Thanks for all of the tips and useful info.

]]> By: GayleRN http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-667925 GayleRN Wed, 20 May 2009 13:47:08 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-667925 My favorite is to explore new hiking trails that are nearby. Lends variety to the exercise program. As a bonus I usually don’t see very many other people on the trails. Lately I discovered a township trailhead located behind the office supplies store. It follows a creek. I think I will explore that today. My other favorite is to go next to some body of water, which Michigan is full of, and sit and think. Not everything has to be frenetic activity.

]]> By: Linda at Sewfordough http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-667923 Linda at Sewfordough Wed, 20 May 2009 13:39:49 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-667923 Thanks for that list. I had no idea we had a local community calendar and it has so many things on it! When my kids were little, I remember making a calendar for the summer where we did one free thing every day. Those were some of our favorite memories. The kids still talk about the walks we took where we identified trees, flowers and birds. We also spent time picking berries and making jam. Can’t wait for that this year!

]]> By: Jennifer http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-667915 Jennifer Wed, 20 May 2009 13:18:06 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-667915 Thanks for the list! I use a lot of those same sites to find venues to sell my handcrafted pendants at. It’s amazing all the events you can find when you really look!

]]> By: DDFD at DivorcedDadFrugalDad http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-667801 DDFD at DivorcedDadFrugalDad Wed, 20 May 2009 11:19:32 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-667801 Great list! Our state offers a discounted season pass to our state parks– well worth looking into.

]]> By: KC http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-667225 KC Tue, 19 May 2009 22:55:17 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-667225 Also many teams run 2 for 1 specials or some other ticket specials. Seniors and young children also get discounts at some places. And in a lot of places that don’t sell out you can buy a cheap seat and pretty much sit anywhere you want.

Some teams run specials like Thirsty Thursdays where you get cheaper drinks or food. Pay full price for a ticket but save on the goodies. In fact there are lots of specials this season – teams must be suffering somewhat from the recession.

]]> By: KC http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-667222 KC Tue, 19 May 2009 22:52:38 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-667222 To add to the minor league baseball theme some teams will let you watch batting practice for free. I live in a Carolina League town (Hi A) and if I go about 3:30 I can see batting practice for the home team. The visitors start around 5 pm (both times are for a 7:00 game). Chances are if your minor league team is in a non-downtown location they will just have the gates open and you can go in and watch for free. For a real baseball fan that loves to be around the game this is a real treat.

]]> By: Kate http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-666947 Kate Tue, 19 May 2009 16:40:59 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-666947 Re: minor league baseball. There’s a Kraft promotion this summer that gives 2 for 1 tickets if you bring in the wrapper from Kraft singles. Check out the Minor League baseball site for details.

]]> By: Craig http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-666936 Craig Tue, 19 May 2009 16:15:53 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-666936 The summer is the best because you can do anything outside and relax or be active, have a great time and do it for cheap if not for free. Having a picnic, playing ball, lying down listening to music are all things to do. Great lists and nice links for them. A lot of counties have free concerts to paid for buy the town, I used to go to those all the time, a lot of good cover bands played.

]]> By: MLR http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-666930 MLR Tue, 19 May 2009 16:12:01 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-666930 College sports are also a viable alternative to major league and minor league sports.

Festivals are great, although are poorly advertised. Check out websites for: neighborhood councils, cities, counties, and states. On top of what Trent recommended.

]]> By: Ankit http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-666928 Ankit Tue, 19 May 2009 16:10:36 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-666928 Great resource. Especially Volunteering one.

]]> By: Baker @ ManVsDebt http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-666919 Baker @ ManVsDebt Tue, 19 May 2009 16:00:37 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-666919 These are fantastic ideas and something my wife and I have been focusing on in the last year or so. The great thing about a lot of these ideas is that thye also get your outside and moving. It’s an amazing and healthy change of pace. Cheap and healthy!

]]> By: socialpanic http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-666918 socialpanic Tue, 19 May 2009 16:00:29 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-666918 Cheap and free is underrated. My childhood summers were fraught with state fairs, pools, and local festivals.

]]> By: Keith@bewealthygethappy http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-666915 Keith@bewealthygethappy Tue, 19 May 2009 15:59:12 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-666915 Minor league baseball is one of my favorite summertime activities – it’s great to be able to sit behind home plate, get a hot dog and a drink, and be out less than $20 a person. I definitely recommend it as an outing for any baseball lover.

]]> By: Joan http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-666907 Joan Tue, 19 May 2009 15:47:08 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-666907 You should check out your local newspaper, too! I happen to be a community news editor, but I actually got into that position because I’ve lived in my town my whole life and was constantly using the paper to find things to do.

]]> By: Aman@BullsBattleBears http://www.thesimpledollar.com/2009/05/19/10-resources-for-finding-free-and-cheap-things-to-do-this-summer/#comment-666897 Aman@BullsBattleBears Tue, 19 May 2009 15:35:33 +0000 http://www.thesimpledollar.com/?p=3609#comment-666897 Those are great sits to check out. Throughout the year I checkout various local sites to find many events all year round. Thanks for the share!

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