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5 More Ways to Save Money this Thanksgiving!

Heidi R — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:25:00 -0700

Tips for Saving Money this Thanksgiving!

Heidi R — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:33:00 -0700

Here are 5 easy ways to stick to your budget this Thanksgiving and avoid spending more than you need to. You can keep your credit card bills down, while having a dinner that still tastes delicious!

Make a list: By making a list of things you need, you will avoid over buying and thus over spending.
Use Coupons: Some people consider coupon cutters to be cheap, but pair coupons with the sles already in progress and you will be saving tons of money.
Buy a Frozen Turkey: Buying a frozen turkey will save money, but don't forget to take it out of the freezer early, because it takes about 4-5 days to thaw in your refrigerator.
Know How Much You Need: Do a head count and don't overcook. Make what you need and nothing more.
Smaller Portions: Make smaller portions that you usually would. There are so many side dishes at Thanksgiving that people will fill up easier and eat smaller portions as well.

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Is He Dead? By Mark Twain

Amelia G — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:07:00 -0700

During the first half of November, Pioneer Memorial Theater presents an adapted play originally written by Mark Twain, called Is He Dead?

Millet is a brilliant but impoverished painter, and he’s a man with a singular problem. His problem is that no one will pay good money for his paintings while he’s still alive. During the play, his friends persuade him that the secret to success lies in convincing the world he’s dead. Millet devices a scheme which could make him rich, famous, and able to marry the girl of his dreams—if only he didn’t have to be a corpse to do it!

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What: Is He Dead? By Mark Twain (adapted by David Ives)

Where: Simmons Pioneer Memorial Theatre
300 S. 1400 E., Salt Lake City

When: October 31- November 14, 2009

7:30 pm Mon - Thurs, 8 pm Fri & Sat, and 1:30 pm Sat

Tickets: $22 - $40; Children in grades K – 12 are half price on Mondays and Tuesdays

Night of Nativities

Amelia G — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:39:00 -0700

Halloween is over. Now it is time to turn our minds to… Christmas? That’s right! Tonight you can be part of a Night of Nativities held by Ten Thousand Villages.

On November 5^th there will be over 90artisans featured, these handmade nativity collections will be available at 15%off.

Ten Thousand Villages, Utah is a nonprofit storewhose mission is to provide vital income to disadvantaged artisans and theirfamilies. These families live in impoverished areas of the world by marketingtheir handicrafts, telling their stories, and promoting economic justicethrough fair trade.

Many artisans report that fair trade brings themmuch more than regular work and fair pay. They begin to see hope for thefuture, earn dignity and respect in their community and experience joy in beingable to provide for their families.

The handicraft sales allow many artisan groups tosupport not only themselves and their families, but also, the communitydevelopment and education programs. Fair trade allows diverse cultures from aroundthe world to continue to create traditional handicrafts.

With Christmas coming up you might want toconsider getting a prepaid debit card from Check City. It will help you planand stay in your budget this Christmas season.

What: Night of Nativities

Where: Ten Thousand Villages

When: November 5, 5-8pm

COST-Effecient Costumes

Heidi R — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 01:05:00 -0700

Remember the game you used to love as a child? Clue. Or how about that classic movie, about the mean person who stole Christmas? I would even say that, you probably already know what the elves do on their favorite holiday, if you have seen the movie about elves. These costumes are not only inexpensive but easy, and can be made with items you either already have, or, items that are inexpensive to purchase and can usually be found at a cost cutting store, near you!

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