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The $150 turntable that won’t damage records, $1 thrift-store finds, and a monthly budget — start collecting vinyl without overspending.

Pickathon, Newport Folk, free Hardly Strictly and more — the best budget music festivals, plus early-bird, volunteer, and camping hacks.

Cook together, candlelight, phones away, one shared activity — how to plan a romantic date night at home that beats the restaurant.

Ted Lasso, Fleabag, The Bear, Brooklyn Nine-Nine and more — the best binge-worthy TV series with short, addictive episodes.

BadSlava, Facebook scene groups, and venue Instagrams — how to find open mic nights for comedy, music, and poetry near you.

Paddington 2, Coco, Spider-Verse, Encanto and more — the best family-friendly movies that adults genuinely enjoy too.

Antennas, league passes, and cheap streamers — how to watch live sports without cable, sport by sport, blackouts explained.

Comedy Cellar, The Comedy Store, Zanies and more — the best stand-up comedy clubs in major US cities, plus how to do clubs right.

Murder mysteries, decade parties, casino nights — how to plan a themed birthday party for adults with activities, decor, and momentum.