Friday, 12 June 2009
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Frugal Friday - free movies
My husband has agreed to go down to only the local channels on our television set. I found a wonderful alternative to some of the
garbageprograms available on television. I've heard that the library offers movies for years but just assumed there would be nothing we'd be interested in. Boy, was I wrong!!I have found some wonderful movies at our local library. The branch is small so it's selection is probably lacking compared to the larger branches. But, nonetheless, I'm very happy with their choices. Plus, they have the entire list of movies on the computer so you can browse from home. You can also order from other branches.
They have a little bit of everything. There are DVD's and videos to choose from and you're allowed 3 weeks to view them. I think they charge a fee if they are late.
I don't enjoy all older movies but have found some wonderful character building ones over the years. This past week I found 3 older movies rated G and one from the history section on Jerusalem told by Jewish and Christian families. The themes of the movies look innocent so I'm looking forward to watching them. You have to hunt and peck through the shelves but there is a lot to choose from.
It's free entertainment and you're able to choose what you want to watch!! Great combo.
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When my girls were at home, we used to get movies often from the library. They liked the classics, like Old Yellar, Little Women and Tom Sawyer. Also, the Anne of Green Gables movies were lovely.
I've done the same thing with our children when they were little. I can't remember the name now but James Dobson's program had a bunch for children that were enjoyable and Anne of Greene Gables. Finally, my daughter got her own copies. We don't watch TV programming unless the olympics are on, but I would even rather we don't watch that. Sometimes we have to compromise.
Libraries are a great resource!
I just found that out this year too. I've been enjoying my favorites. I get Netflix but just 1 at a time now and it takes a while to get the next one, so the library has filled in for me when I have nothing to watch. TV except for a few shows is a total waste of time.
Our library has great movies!! Also, we get movies from Redbox.. 1.00.. and every Monday you get a free one.
redbox.com!
I've discovered some good movies at our local library, too. It's a great resource!
@A_Sweet_Fragrance - I'd love to know what they were.
@georgene - Let's see . . . I know I've found "A Vow to Cherish", "The Hiding Place", and Andy Griffith shows there.