But I'm broke, how can I make a donation to a charity?

So the #ALSIceBucketChallenge has done an excellent job of getting people to talk about charity and making donations! I know that for myself and other artist there is an element of our work that makes us feel like our own little non-profit organizations (that means we're all pretty poor) but we still want to help, so how can we?

Well, luckily there are a lot of big corporations that have extra money that we don't have who are willing to make donations on our behalf, granted we don't get to write them off on our taxes but we're still making regular contributions and making a difference! So, what are these organizations and how can we start making "free" donations today?

1. AmazonSmile - Amazon has lots of money right? And you probably have to get at least a few things from Amazon each year, a birthday gift, wedding gift, shower gift, something! Well if you sign up for AmazonSmile you can select a charity and the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to the charitable organizations selected by customers (you can read more here: https://org.amazon.com/)

2. Everymove - First of all this app is AMAZING! It awards you points for working out that you can use for tangible rewards! Some of the rewards are gifts to yourself like a discount on athletic gear or healthy eating programs but there is always an option for a charitable donation! As you earn points you earn these rewards! Everymove links with MyFitnessPal, Fitbit and more to log your activity and you get bonus points for "active days" where you workout! I have made multiple donations to Make-a-wish using Everymove and in 6 months it's been about $10 just for working out! 

3. Recyclebank.com - We should all be recycling right? Well this awesome program rewards you for not just your weekly recycling but also for reading interesting articles and watching great slideshows to learn about how we can help make a positive change for our world! There are TONS of rewards (magazine subscriptions, movie tickets, etc) but there are always local charities that you can support (https://www.recyclebank.com/rewards/donations)! All you need to do is register and put a sticker on your recycling bin and you're on your way to earning donations!

4. Wholefoods bag donation - Each time you bring your own bag to Wholefoods they reward you with a $0.05 discount per bag which you can either keep or donate to a local charity! I know it doesn't sound like a lot but imagine you bring 3 bags/week for the whole year, that's $0.15/week * 52 weeks = $7.80/year!

Do you know another way to make a donation doing stuff you already do anyway? Leave a comment and let me know!

<3 Sarah

More Wedding Photos! From Plate 3 Photography

Here are some beautiful photos of our wedding from Kate Raines at Plate 3 Photography!

Welcome 2014!!!

Wow, as I look back at 2013 I can't believe what a massive year it was! Personally and professionally I had some huge moments and I couldn't be happier (and honestly, more relieved that it's over haha).

As I look ahead to 2014 there is a LOT to look forward to in just the first couple of months!

Tomorrow (Friday 1/10) we open Vanities at Hedgerow Theatre. The show runs through February 9 and performances are Thursday and Friday at 7:30 pm, Saturday at 8 pm and Sunday at 2 pm. Click here or on the image below for tickets and more information!

In February we're bringing back He Said, She Said: A His and Hers Cabaret which was a huge hit at Society Hill Playhouse this summer!

On February 9 we will perform the original show at Ascension United Church of Christ, more information will be coming up shortly!

For Valentine's Day Weekend we have a whole NEW version of He Said, She Said that is bound to set your toes tapping! Come by the Broadway Theatre of Pitman to see us and hear what's new! What better time than Valentine's Day to laugh about love with your special someone?! Click here or on the image for more information and to get tickets!

I hope I'll see you soon!

<3 Sarah

Wedding photos by Alana Reichfeld!

I got married in October 2013 and wanted to share some photos! These are from one of our amazing photographers, Alana Reichfeld!

We were so lucky that we got to have a second celebration in Carl's home town of San Angelo, TX!

Here were are with our beautiful cake!

Well it's been a long day . . . make that year . . .

2013 isn't quite over yet but, wow, what a wild ride it has been!

On Saturday (October 19) I am getting married and I am so excited for so many reasons but here are my top 3:

1. I get to marry my best friend (Carl Smith), of course.
2. I get to celebrate with my friends and family
3. I get to stop planning a wedding and just be married.

I am so fortunate to be doing what I love in a city I love with people I love. Thanks everyone for the support! I am so excited about what's coming up after the wedding! I am working with Montgomery Theater for the first time as an understudy for Miracle on Division Street and then in January I will return to Hedgerow Theatre to perform in one of my favorite shows (you'll have to wait to hear about that in a little while). I will be heading back to The Broadway Theatre of Pitman to produce 2 of my previous cabarets He Said, She Said: A His and Hers Cabaret and Forget Your Troubles in February and October respectively.

Thanks so much for keeping up to date and I can't wait to come up for air and see everyone again! I also wanted to share some of our gorgeous engagement photos from Wide Eyed Studios so enjoy!

Love,
Sarah

I love saving money!

Of course as artists we have to find great ways to save money and I just found Ebates! This is a really cool site where you get money back when you shop online!

I didn't believe it but I really did get a check and a $10 target gift card after I signed up and made a few purchases. You still make your online purchases through the site you're buying from (amazon, kohls, etc) but Ebates gives you a little bit back. It's very exciting!

<3 Sarah

If you want to try it click this button to sign up:

Be your best you in 2013!

I had the privilege of taking an amazing class last fall and it's been totally life-changing. I am feeling more positive, moving forward and loving life! If you are feeling stuck in a rut or like there's more out there for you to achieve I highly recommend you take a look at this amazing class from the beautiful Erin Stutland.Click on the link at left and trust me, it will be eye opening!

<3 Sarah