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Get Your Movie Discounts at Cinemark Every Tuesday

If you’re a movie lover on a budget, mark your calendar for Tuesdays. Cinemark offers its weekly Discount Day every Tuesday at participating locations. Ticket prices range from $1 to $5.75, depending on the location. (There is an upcharge for 3-D films.) The offer is not valid for new movies on opening day, specially priced […]

Posted by Living on the Cheap on August 25, 2014 | Updated August 25, 2014 Filed Under: Family fun · Films

Springs Has Bountiful Free Attractions for Locals, Visitors

Taking a staycation this year, or entertaining relatives? Colorado Springs, at the foot of America’s mountain – Pikes Peak – offers many FREE attractions. Here is a sampler: Garden of the Gods. A city park worthy of national recognition, its stunning red sandstone eruptions, spires and hogbacks make a scenic setting for a leisurely stroll. […]

Posted by Linda on August 14, 2014 | Updated January 13, 2016 Filed Under: Attractions · Family fun · History · Nature/outdoors · Travel

Springs Has Lots of Cheap Attractions — Big Bang for Your Buck

Colorado Springs has many free attractions – including its pervasive natural beauty and bounty of parks. You can hike, bike, climb rocks and enjoy scenic drives. But it also has some attractions that are cheap for what you get. Included are: The Money Museum: Founded by the American Numismatic Association, the Money Museum is one […]

Posted by Linda on August 13, 2014 | Updated August 13, 2014 Filed Under: Arts & Culture · Attractions · Family fun · History · Nature/outdoors

Leadville Has Many Things to Do for Under $10 — and Many Free

Looking for a winter getaway? How about Leadville, the state’s highest town? It’s not a pricey ski resort. It’s a real town with real good prices. In fact, on the town blog, it lists 10 Things to Do for Under $10 — and the first seven are FREE. BYO tube or sled, snowshoes or Nordic […]

Posted by Linda on July 19, 2014 | Updated July 5, 2014 Filed Under: Attractions · Family fun · Travel

The Picture Show’s a Real Bargain for Movie-Going Families

Let’s face it. Taking the kids to the movies, with treats, has gotten to be a pricey proposition. But there’s hope. Have you tried The Picture Show? Located at the Citadel Crossing on Academy Boulevard just south of Galley Road, this theater isn’t fancy, but it sure is affordable. Admission is just $1.75 per person […]

Posted by Linda on July 12, 2014 | Updated July 11, 2014 Filed Under: Entertainment · Family fun · Miscellaneous

Summer Vacation Requires Creative Ideas to Keep Kids Busy

Summer Vacation. The term can instill dread in the minds of the parents of school-age children everywhere. Three months in a row with no school. What can you possibly do to prevent hearing “I’m bored” over and over again? Search no more. We’ve rounded up 21 ideas — simple crafts, fun games and yummy recipes — that your kiddos can do to […]

Posted by Linda on July 11, 2014 | Updated July 5, 2014 Filed Under: Cooking and recipes · Family fun · Hobbies · Kids and teens

Check Out the New Library 21c, Now Open

We all know the library card is the most valuable card in our wallet. And now, it gets even better. The Pikes Peak Library District’s new Library 21c  is now open. It doubles the library district’s public space and has everything from a teen center and large children’s area to creative spaces and even a […]

Posted by Linda on July 10, 2014 | Updated July 1, 2014 Filed Under: Education · Entertainment · Family fun · Kids and teens · Literary · Miscellaneous

Military Families Get Free Annual Pass to National Parks

Active-duty military personnel and their dependents can receive an America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Annual Pass for FREE (an $80 value). The pass grants them access to more than 2,000 national parks, wildlife refuges and other public lands. In partnership with many U.S. government agencies, the program is part of the […]

Posted by Living on the Cheap on June 28, 2014 | Updated June 21, 2014 Filed Under: Attractions · Family fun · Military discounts · Nature/outdoors · Travel

Snag a Copy of Free Visitors’ Guide to Pikes Peak Region

If you have family or friends  coming to visit this summer, you need to grab a copy of the new visitors’ guide to the Pikes Peak region. Your FREE copy is just a click away — in fact,  CLICK HERE.  The guide outlines local attractions, gives you current prices on admission (some are FREE) and other […]

Posted by Linda on June 19, 2014 | Updated June 17, 2014 Filed Under: Arts & Culture · Attractions · Consumer Advice · Coupons · Dining out · Entertainment · Family fun · History · Lodging Deals · Nature/outdoors · Retail bargains · Safety · shopping · Sporting Events · Travel

Plan a Staycation for Cheap Family Fun This Summer

Want a cheap vacation? Stay home! Hotel bills, gas and meals on the road can be the most expensive part of the annual family vacation.  There’s so much FREE and CHEAP stuff to do in the Pikes Peak Region, there’s no need to go elsewhere to have fun. You can hike in Garden of the Gods, […]

Posted by Linda on June 19, 2014 | Updated June 17, 2014 Filed Under: Arts & Culture · Attractions · Family fun · History · Holidays · Kids and teens · Literary · Nature/outdoors · Travel

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