We’re Out of What Again? — Five Things You Really Should Buy in Bulk

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Every household has staple items that always appear on the grocery list. Milk, butter, eggs, bread and cheese consistently make the cut, but what about the non-food items? What about those miscellaneous household items that constantly run out? We have compiled a list of the five household items you’ll want on hand at all times. [...]

Cheap spring events in the Second City

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It’s in the air, the weather and the buzzing atmosphere of the bustling city. Spring has sprung in Chicago, and both the locals and the tourists (from near and far) are eyeing the Windy City for a memorable weekend excursion — preferably one that doesn’t break the bank. Chicago, of course, is a city of [...]

Great Chicago Weekend Activities that Will Fit Any Budget

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Getting away for a weekend is a great way to refresh your mind and have fun at the same time. The only question is where to go. Many people believe that big cities are too expensive, or that a trip has to be costly in order to be fun. Fortunately, this is not the case. [...]

Great Easter Gifts for Tweens

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If jelly beans and bubbles aren’t quite cutting it for your pre-teen’s Easter basket anymore, it may be time for the Easter Bunny to get a little bit more creative with his gift selections. Just because your tween doesn’t actually believe that a magical rabbit is bringing her a basket of gifts doesn’t mean she’s [...]

How to Save a Buck When Booking a Hotel

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If you’re planning a trip, your accommodations are one of the most important—and most expensive—reservations you must make. It’s becoming more challenging than ever to pin down good deals on hotels, what with room occupancies and rates rising all the time. Try these tips to avoid paying through the nose the next time you book [...]

Saving on Hot Trends for the Cold Winter with Late-Season Shopping!

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It’s probably pretty tempting to forgo winter fashion completely by embracing all the opportunities spring fashion has to offer. But there are so many chic and adorable trends from the winter season that you still have time to jump on and flaunt before the warm weather returns! Before you turn your wardrobe into a collection [...]