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Something For Nothing

Something For Nothing

Are you getting all you can from your library?

Libraries are quiet pillars of our communities that often get overlooked. And that’s unfortunate because libraries are one of the few places that you can truly get something for nothing.

On today’s show I’m outlining 7 goods and services you likely never knew you could get for free from your library.

 

Here’s a preview:

[9:00] Exactly how much you’re paying for multiple video streaming services (plus, how much the library can help you save)

[16:30] Stephanie’s favorite hack for cooking magazine lovers

[20:00] How to get the most out of your Library Of Things

[22:00] Museum tickets and your child’s holiday Experience gift, BAM

 

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Libraries are quiet pillars of our communities that often get overlooked. And that's unfortunate because libraries are one of the few places that you can truly get something for nothing. On this episode of the Sustainable Minimalists podcast: 7 goods and services you likely never knew you could get for free from your library.

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