Back to school shopping is just part of the expense of your kids being back in school.  What about lunches and snacks?  Prepackaged items such as juice boxes and mini pudding packs can get pricey. You can buy plastic food and beverage holders then make soups, trailmix, and homemade pudding or cookies to put in these inexpensive, reusable containers.  Also, never mind the individual bags of chips and crackers…buy a big bag and put small amounts in zip locks.

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Old World Deli is Bellingham’s authentic delicatessen in the European fashion! You can dine-in, shop the market, and order wine, meat, cheese, and groceries for pick up or delivery!  Order online or visit them at 1228 N. State Street in Bellingham!  Check out their daily specials on Facebook to save money on your lunch or dinner.