Spring officially begins on Sunday and with warmer weather finally finding its way North, it's a great time to get the kids outside for some fun, healthy and FRUGAL fun. 1. Family Hike at Arcadia Management Area: The Deal: It's 100 percent free, wholesome family bonding time. Once a month the grassroots organization Rhode Island Families in Nature organizes a safe, family-friendly hike to encourage families to get off the couch and explore some of the state's natural beauty together. The hikes are great for kids of all ages and informal so if your little ones tire, you can head back to the …
Kids are expensive, especially over vacations when they don't have school to take up their time. Forget four days of board games and popcorn: here are five deals in the area that will keep you busy and not be a burden on the wallet. 1. Budget Tuesdays At local movie theaters The Deal: Get matinee prices all day long at either Showcase Cinemas Warwick and Warwick Mall as well as Entertainment Cinemas in Wakefield. (Check our Grab & Go Kids Planner for a list of showtimes this week.) Good Through: every Tuesday. 2. half price at roger williams park zoo The Deal: Get half-off tickets to the …
Looking for Valentine's Day gifts that aren't cheap plush toys and stale chocolates wrapped in cheesy pink aluminium foil? Get some quality gifts for that special someone this year and support your local merchants without breaking the bank. 1. Green River The Deal: heart-shaped necklace with saltwater pearls for $39, originally $56. Good Through: Valentine's Day 2. Wellness Store The Deal: $25 off a 90-minute facial if you mention Patch. Good Through: Valentine's Day 3. Little tree nursery The Deal: floral arrangements starting at $7, both premade and customized. Good Through: Valentine's…
