Marian-Cold Springs, just northwest of the Indianapolis city center, is a great location to find interesting events around the city this summer. It’s a place that’s just on the outskirts of all the popular aspects of Indianapolis, without being too close to the hustle and bustle. You’ll find the classic Indianapolis Motor Speedway nearby where…
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Kate Furlong Moving in with a significant other is a huge step in any relationship. It’s a sign that you are serious about the other person and willing to start combining your lives a bit more than you had in the past. From a financial perspective, if you currently live alone, there can also…
Apartment living can bring a set of very real challenges, from space saving to budgeting. Here are a few necessities that every apartment dweller needs to fill to create a happy home. Felt Patches. These handy stickers covered in felt are a godsend for apartment livers with wood floors. Stick them on the legs…
In the U.S., more than 70% of couples end up living together prior to marriage. It’s a trend that’s been on the rise over the past few decades and it’s inevitably a big decision in every relationship. So how do you know when cohabitation can be a good idea or a curse? Here are some…
Going to the movies isn’t what it used to be. By the time you pay for parking, snacks and those outlandish ticket prices, a family of four can easily top $100 to see the latest flick. But there are smarter ways to catch those blockbusters without spending a lot. Keep an eye out for discounts.…
Outside of apartment rent and utilities, food costs represent the biggest expense for most American families. Luckily, as much as half of the money you spend on groceries could be cut if you follow some simple budgeting techniques. Here are five simple ways to start. Plan ahead. By far the most food expenses come…
It’s every 5-year-old’s favorite condiment and now it can be the key to delicious family treats: ketchup. Here are three delicious recipes that use everyone’s sweet tomato topping — and we’re not just talking burgers here. Slow Cooked Pork Sandwiches: (recipe) Not only do these tangy and sweet comfort food favorites get truly great flavor…
We all have our favorite brands for everything from toilet paper to cola. But what we don’t always think about is how much we’re spending for “brand image” rather than the actual product we’re using. A great way to reduce costs is to avoid those high-priced big brands and go with a generic version that…
Congratulations to Shawanda Jackson of Chicago, who is our first Chicago Bulls raffle ticket winner out of a total of 466 entrants. Shawanda won 2 tickets the Chicago Bulls vs. Philadelphia 76ers game by entering through the Pangea Facebook page and sharing our contest post. Thanks to all those resident Bulls fans who entered to…
Thanks to donations from you, our thoughtful residents and friends, Pangea Cares has reached our goal of collecting over 500 lbs. of non-perishable food for the Greater Chicago Food Depository to help feed hungry residents across Chicago. Residents, Pangea employees, friends and family have been busy collecting canned goods and other household items throughout…