• Start the year with a financial reset
• Dry January options at new bar in Seattle
• Learn how to some cozy casseroles

January is the perfect time for a fresh financial reset after holiday spending.

Small, gentle adjustments can make a big difference.

Plan early for next year’s holidays by saving a little each month, easing future stress.

Assess and cancel unused subscriptions to free up funds for meaningful purchases.

Avoid an all-or-nothing approach—keep the splurges that spark joy, and skip those that don’t.

Watch for small recurring expenses; tackling these can add up to real savings.

Use what you already have at home before buying new, and take stock of your pantry to cut grocery bills and waste.

Trying a no-spend week or category sharpens awareness and keeps non-essential habits in check.

By embracing these smart habits, you’ll set yourself up for a brighter, more intentional year—without sacrifice.

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LAST WEEKEND!!! Oly on Ice

"It is Happiness" Fundraising Concert
Saturday, January 17
3pm - 5:30pm
United Churches of Olympia
Experience Capital City Chorus' Chorale.
They have been invited to Carnegie Hall for the national debut of composer Joan Szymko's "It is Happiness" based on the acclaimed poetry by Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, Mary Oliver. Buy tickets here!

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