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How to make summer camp more affordable

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By KIMBERLY PALMER NerdWallet While summer camp costs are rising, parents can find deals by booking sessions early, asking about financial aid, and leveraging sibling and other discounts. Sometimes, camps offer special deals on new programs or for certain age groups. Many nonprofits, service-based organizations and faith-based camps offer lower prices or even free sessions, and children with special interests or needs sometimes have access to additional subsidies. Checking in on community options or forming a camp co-op with neighborhood parents can also generate savings. The ...

Waterways guide updated for 2023

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LEWISTOWN ­— The “Waterways of the Juniata River Valley” guide, a popular and practical guide that covers the Juniata River and its tributaries in Mifflin and Juniata Counties, has now been updated and reprinted since its initial release in 2021. “This guide is designed for anyone and everyone with an interest in the Juniata River Valley’s waterways from experienced fishermen or kayakers or to those planning their first trip,” Jenny Landis, executive director of the Juniata River Valley Visitors Bureau, said. “Since 2021, we have distributed nearly 12,000 copies of the ...

Common workplace benefits

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Metro Salary is just one component of the package that businesses may offer their employees. Though salary is important, an honest comparison of companies can benefit from a look at the larger picture — and that includes an analysis of what companies offer in addition to financial compensation. Some people feel that certain perks outrank salary on their professional priority list. The Society of Human Resource Management indicates 92 percent of employees feel employment benefits are important for overall job satisfaction. They’re also a driving factor when candidates read job ...

How to ease your kids into estate planning

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NerdWallet When parents talk with their kids at the dinner table, estate planning probably doesn’t come up. But considering we aren’t immortal, it should. It’s worth having age-appropriate conversations to introduce children to the idea of estate planning. As children grow older, parents can provide more specifics about their plans and eventually assist their children in developing their own plans as adults. Run them through your estate plan If you have an estate plan in place, consider running your children through it so they have an idea of what’s included in one. ...

Enjoy sun and scenery at the most beautiful beaches in the country

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Wealth of Geeks Last year, interest in beach vacations increased by 86%, with experts predicting it’ll continue to climb this year. Beach outings are three times more popular than the next closest destinations. Are you looking to soak up some ‘Vitamin Sea’ this summer? A study conducted by Florida Rentals analyzed the number of Instagram hashtags for the most visited beaches in the US. Then they compared the length of the beach to calculate the number of hashtags per meter. A spokesperson for Florida Rentals said, “With only three states featuring in the top ten, it’s ...

Make Memorial Day a success

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Metro Summer unofficially starts with the arrival of Memorial Day at the end of May. Although it is a holiday designed to honor American military personnel who have died in various wars, it also serves double-duty as a chance to gather with friends and loved ones and enjoy the return of the warm-weather entertaining season. Barbecues are the centerpieces of Memorial Day celebrations. It may have been awhile since the grill was fired up, so anyone can use a little refresher course in barbecue etiquette. Here are some tips for making the most of Memorial Day parties. Ready the ...