THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, AugusT 15, 2025 Page 11 In August teachers receive free admission to LEGO Discovery Center Boston S LEGO® ummer break is well-deserved for teachers, and Discovery Center Boston is giving these amazing educators even more summer fun with free admission during the entire month of August. Teachers can relive their childhood and build lasting memories with their families amongst millions of LEGO® (Courtesy photo) LEGISLATION | FROM PAGE 6 cation, buying a house or starting a business. Children who are born into families with low income or are in the Commonwealth’s child welfare system will be eligible for this wealth-building savings account seeded by the Commonwealth. • Creating a matched savings program: establishing a Commonwealth-funded matched savings program, which will be available to people whose incomes are below 80% of the area median income. Participants will be entered into a program where they can receive financial education coaching and an account that will provide $4 in matching funds from the Commonwealth for every $1 they save. Graduates of the program can use their savings on a wide range of wealth-building activities. • Building community wealth through the ENOUGH Act (Engaging Neighborhoods, Organizations, Unions, Governments and Households): An innovative strategy to fight poverty by investing resources in high-need neighborhoods and collaborating with residents to help make decisions to ensure investments increase economic mobility. BBB TIP | FROM PAGE 9 warranty, customer reviews and prices at various stores to ensure the best deal. Also, look up the retailer’s reputation on BBB.org. • Look for student discounts. Many tech companies offer discounts for students. Verify eligibility and take advantage of these savings. Shop smart with sales and tax-free weekends • Plan ahead. Mark your calendar for upcoming sales and tax-free weekends. These are ideal times to buy school supplies, clothing and electronics without paying sales tax. Check out the Federation of Tax Administrators to see what your state offers. • Make a priority list. Decide which items are most crucial to purchase during these sales to maximize your savings. • Combine discounts. Look for opportunities to combine store sales with manufacturer rebates or coupons. Asking for discounts • Don’t hesitate to ask. When shopping in person, inquire if there are any available discounts, especially for bulk purchases or floor models. • Leverage loyalty programs. Sign up for store loyalty programs, which can offer exclusive discounts and points on purchases. • Use student IDs. Some store discounts are available to students with either an “.edu” email address or a student ID. If you’re a student or you have a student in your family, ask if there are any student discounts available. • Visit school supply drives. Many communities and organizations host school supply drives where you can either donate or receive supplies. Check with local schools, community centers or nonprofits. Consider buying in bulk • Team up with other parents. Consider pooling resources with other parents to buy supplies (like paper towels, tissues, wipes, hand sanitizer) in bulk, which can be more cost-effective. • Warehouse stores. Check out warehouse clubs for bulk deals on school supplies and snacks. Shop wisely and safely online • When shopping online, be wary of ads that feature items that imply that you might want or need them based on your search history. Scammers could be trying to drive you to a different website. Take note of the ad and go to the store’s website by directly typing into the search bar. Note the website’s privacy policy and contact information and always use a credit card when purchasing. • Shop on reputable websites. Ensure you are purchasing from well-known and trusted web50 bricks, as they get free admission — and get 30% off admission for up to six of their family or friends. Teachers can build on their expansive knowledge by going to the ultimate indoor LEGO playground, where creativity never ends. From creative workshops taught by Master Model Builders to exploring a LEGO replica of the cityscape sites. Look for HTTPS in the URL. • Use secure payment methods. Opt for secure payment methods like credit cards or payment services that offer buyer protection. By following these tips, you can make your back-to-school shopping experience smoothwith local landmarks in MINIWORLD, the visit to LEGO® Discovery Center Boston is sure to inspire the teachers and their guests for the upcoming school year. Free admission for teachers is only available at LEGO® Discovery Center Boston during the month of August and available in-person or online at this website: https://www.legodiscoverycenter.com/boston/whats-inside/events/teacher-appreciation-month/ Teachers must purchase a ticket to receive one free admission ticket, and adults (18+) must be accompanied by a child (aged 17 or under) to visit the attraction. Offer only valid Aug 1-31, 2025. er, safer and more economical. Whether you’re shopping for essentials or splurging on big-ticket items, a little planning and research can go a long way in ensuring you get the best value for your money. For more information, read more tips at https:// www.bbb.org/all/back-to-school. Lawrence A. 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