Greater Seattle on the Cheap

2 months ago | greaterseattleonthecheap.com | Carole Cancler

National “Slam the Scam” Day is designated by Social Security’s Office of the Inspector General to raise awareness of government imposter scams, which continue to spread across the United States. Victims shouldn’t be embarrassed if they shared personal information or suffered a financial loss. We are all vulnerable. Slam the Scam Day is Thursday, March 6, 2025, as part of National Consumer Protection Week, which takes place from March 2-8.

Jan 2, 2025 | greaterseattleonthecheap.com | Carole Cancler

For gym memberships, CrossFit classes, and other fitness programs, we offer a list of facilities with modest fees, based on the average gym and fitness class prices in the Seattle metro area. In the lists below, we include only regular prices and initiation fees. However, many fitness retailers offer discounts at various times of the year. How to save money on gym membershiphe two best times to sign up for gym membership are usually January and late spring (May or June).

Dec 31, 2024 | greaterseattleonthecheap.com | Carole Cancler

Meditation is a great way to relax and reduce stress or “unplug” from the pace and responsibilities of everyday life. The benefits of a regular meditation practice can include many positive changes such as increased focus, creativity, patience, happiness, and overall life balance. Meditation is a tradition dating back thousands of years that was developed over time by Buddhists and Hindus in China and India. Today there are many different styles and methods of meditation.

Dec 31, 2024 | greaterseattleonthecheap.com | Carole Cancler

Fitness exercise is a popular reality in Seattle. The city consistently ranks as one of the healthiest places in the country, as reported by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) American Fitness Index. The ACSM report finds that we like fitness and exercise, evidenced by our overall health, walkable city, abundant parks, and locally grown […]

Dec 9, 2024 | greaterseattleonthecheap.com | Carole Cancler

Make your holidays more relaxing when you order a Christmas meal for takeout. Puget Sound area grocery stores and restaurants offer prepared Christmas dinners to go featuring a variety of options, including meat, seafood, and vegetarian options, plus side dishes and desserts. Many are surprisingly affordable, especially when you consider time savings in addition to money spent on groceries. Tip: For best selection and service, order as far in advance as possible.