Here’s another company hoping to make it just a wee bit easier for parents and caregivers by keeping kids occupied and engaged during their extended time at home. Play and entertainment company Hasbro, Inc. has launched Bring Home the Fun. You can explore the new website for family-focused resources, including tips for family playtime, activity challenges to keep kids occupied, ideas for using games and toys to stimulate kids’ brains, and suggestions on how to cope with increased emotional stress. [Read more…] about Hasbro Launches ‘Bring Home The Fun’ For Families Stuck Indoors
Internet Archive Collection Has 4.4 Million Free Books To Read
File this one under–who knew? The Internet Archive is building a digital library of Internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. Like a paper library, they provide FREE access to the general public. Because they are a library, they pay special attention to books. Some books can be freely read and downloaded. Others can be borrowed and read in their online book reader. [Read more…] about Internet Archive Collection Has 4.4 Million Free Books To Read
4 Ways To Get Wine Delivered To Your Door, Including Local Wine Shops That Deliver
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We love Colorado. After all, our very wise government officials included certain–ahem–stores on the “essential services” list. And, we are totally on board with you heading to the grocery store as little as possible, and waiting until you have a list of things to buy, rather than heading there for one or two items. But maybe you’re out of wine. [Read more…] about 4 Ways To Get Wine Delivered To Your Door, Including Local Wine Shops That Deliver
Just Added: CBS All Access! How To Stream Some Movie & TV Services For Free
We’ve found some info on how to stream some of the paid movie and TV platforms for free. These aren’t hacks. Instead, some of the popular TV networks and digital movie platforms are offering month-long free trials. So you can sign-up, binge-watch and then cancel before any monies are due, though the service hopes you’ll love them so much, you’ll continue your subscription. Here are some options. [Read more…] about Just Added: CBS All Access! How To Stream Some Movie & TV Services For Free
Need Free Wi-Fi? Here’s Where To Find It
One of the top questions you ask MHOTC is “Where do I find free Wi-fi?” Now that many of us are working from home and find our usual haunts such as libraries and coffee shops shuttered, the need to stay connected is even greater. Even if you don’t have regular internet service in place, there are ways to stay online using your phone, tablet or laptop. [Read more…] about Need Free Wi-Fi? Here’s Where To Find It
Looking For Restaurants Still Open For Takeout and/or Delivery? Check Out To-Go Denver
Still crave your the dishes served by your favorite restaurants, but confused about which remain open? Metro Denver and Boulder residents can still enjoy nearly 650 (and counting) of their favorite local eateries and breweries that are offering convenient, safe takeout and home or curbside delivery services for food and alcohol. Check out ToGoDenver.com, a new FREE website where local restaurants can tell you they are still operational. [Read more…] about Looking For Restaurants Still Open For Takeout and/or Delivery? Check Out To-Go Denver
Austin City Limits Opens Its Video Library For Free Streaming
Austin City Limits has offered viewers a front-row seat to the best in performance for an incredible four-and-a-half decades from the Live Music Capital of the World, Austin, Texas. Now Austin City Limits (ACL) is opening its archives as a gift to music fans during the current live music moratorium. The long-running television series is making fan-favorite episodes from the recently broadcast Season 45 available for streaming, in addition to the entire slate of programs from the previous two seasons of the acclaimed concert showcase. [Read more…] about Austin City Limits Opens Its Video Library For Free Streaming
Need To Use Zoom or Google Hangouts For a Virtual Meeting or Doctor’s Visit? Here’s A Quick-Start Guide
So, you’ve been invited to use Zoom for a virtual doctor’s visit, fitness class or meeting. Now what? With so many of us stuck at home, video calls have become the norm. If this is the first time you’ve had to go “virtual” for a remote gathering, it can seem overwhelming, but don’t worry. It’s actually very easy to join in. [Read more…] about Need To Use Zoom or Google Hangouts For a Virtual Meeting or Doctor’s Visit? Here’s A Quick-Start Guide
Batter Up! Screen Ken Burns ‘Baseball’ Documentary Mini-Series For Free
So the Colorado Rockies won’t be taking to the fields any time soon — but here’s a little something to satisfy those spring dreams. Acclaimed documentary filmmaker Ken Burns announced on Twitter that he has arranged for PBS to make his documentary miniseries Baseball available for FREE streaming. Baseball was Burns’ ninth documentary, and it won the 1995 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Informational Series. [Read more…] about Batter Up! Screen Ken Burns ‘Baseball’ Documentary Mini-Series For Free
What’s Open Right Now In Colorado
Face it folks, everything — restaurants, bars, gyms, theaters, casinos — is now closed for at least 30 days or about April 15, with no guarantee that closures won’t be extended. So the world situation has cancelled your weekend, not to mention, this week or even next month’s plans. Just because you’re avoiding crowds doesn’t mean you have to socially “isolate”, go stir crazy or resort to Netflix or Disney+ binges everyday (though Baby Yoda and The Mandalorian do give us hope). Staying active can even help you keep the coronavirus at bay, not to mention keep you from going bonkers when the walls start to close in. [Read more…] about What’s Open Right Now In Colorado
Scholastic Offers Free Online Courses So Kids Can Learn While School Is Closed
As schools across Colorado and the nation close because of the coronavirus pandemic, millions of students are stuck at home with their classes on hold. But before your child gets too excited about not having to study, rest assured, parents, Scholastic has got your back. The educational company has launched a FREE “Learn at Home” website that has daily courses for students from Pre-K to grades 6 and higher. [Read more…] about Scholastic Offers Free Online Courses So Kids Can Learn While School Is Closed
We’re Here For You! A Message From The MHOTC Team
Hello, Frugal Friends! As we all face so much uncertainty right now, there’s one thing we’re certain about and that’s our mission of helping the community have fun in our beloved city without breaking the family budget. As a matter of fact, Mile High On The Cheap was born out of the Great Recession with the goal of helping people thrive during hard economic times. In 11 years, we’ve succeeded beyond our expectations – reaching thousands and thousands of “cheapskates” and positively impacting so many small businesses. And we’re not going anywhere. [Read more…] about We’re Here For You! A Message From The MHOTC Team
Walgreens Offers Free Delivery During COVID-19
Walgreens is taking a number of steps in its stores and pharmacies across the U.S., and introducing additional services, to help support customers and patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. Beginning Friday, March 13, Walgreens is waiving delivery fees for all eligible prescriptions, during this evolving situation. [Read more…] about Walgreens Offers Free Delivery During COVID-19
Volunteer For National Western Stock Show; See Rodeo All-Star Weekend For Free
The National Western Stock Show Volunteer Program offers so much to so many. Not only does being a volunteer allow you to give back to the community, gain valuable experience and meet new people, but you are an essential part of Colorado’s most historic and iconic western event. The next volunteer orientation is Saturday, April 18 at 1 p.m. at the National Western Complex. [Read more…] about Volunteer For National Western Stock Show; See Rodeo All-Star Weekend For Free
Free Books For Children at Westminster History Center
Westminster residents may know that its History Center tells the tale of how the city came to be through exhibits, archives, live programs and walking tours. But this repository of Westminster’s past also partners with The Friends of Westminster Library to distribute FREE books to children and teens. A variety of books are stocked, from picture books for tots to young adult novels. Some are even Spanish-language for bilingual readers. [Read more…] about Free Books For Children at Westminster History Center