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A family of five, Christy Roberts, who works at Johnson’s 2 Day Care, and her husband Gary, a network engineer for Meredith Machinery, are “always on the lookout for free or cheap activities for the family.”
Christy and Gary Roberts; Aubrey, 6; Lucy, 3; Logan, 1 LIVE IN Jeffersonville, IN
By DeLISA CUICCIO
Photo by melissa donald
TO SHOP
TO GO
Selling items the kids have outgrown at consignment sales like KidStuff and Little Treasures, Christy takes the money made and rolls it back into new clothing choices for the kids. She also makes sure to attend the seasonal sales. A stop at a yard sale or a peek at Craigslist is a great way to find gently used toys.
Researching off season rates and planning to avoid extra spending is this family’s strategy for a budget-friendly trip to Walt Disney World, which they try to do every two years. Travelling by car and packing snacks and games for the kids not only keeps them occupied but cuts down on cost along the way.
TO DO TO EAT Christy and the kids always go to the grocery with a list and make choices based on a prior review of the sale ads and coupons clipped before shopping. A great way to dine out is by researching which local restaurants offer “Kids Eat Free Nights.”
Online contests are a great way to score things like free admission to events. The kids always enjoy a trip to the drive-in, and a family of five can go for just about $25. The Kentucky Science Center’s $5 after 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights is an educational and affordable option.
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