Free Weekend Family Fun and Activities Round-Up!

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Looking for some free family fun this weekend? Here is a round up of free activities and events. It’s always a good idea to check with your local store before going to make sure that they are participating (especially if you’ve got a drive).

Make sure you also check these out:

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My top pick for this week is the Bank of America Museums on Us!  If you’re a Bank of America card holder (this includes debit cards!) or a Merrill Lynch card holder, you can get free admission to over 150 museums nationwide!  In my area, this includes The Children’s Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts!

Here’s a list of the other free weekends this year:

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Here are more free activities:

Apple StoresCheck your local store for weekly workshops and youth programs

Barnes & Noble – Saturday, January 2nd at 11 a.m., storytime and activities featuring the children’s book Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast.

Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores – Free demos every Saturday, check your store here for more details.

Lakeshore Learning – Saturday, January 2nd from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., kids can make a Silly Slithering Snake.

Lowes Build and Grow – The next class will not be until Saturday, February 13th at 10 a.m. where kids can make a picture frame. Free apron, goggles and patch are included. Register for this class here

Microsoft Stores – Check your local store for classes and special events for the whole family.

Pottery Barn KidsTuesday’s from 11-11:30 a.m., Story Time.

Target select a city to find free or reduced-price admission to arts and cultural events in your area, sponsored by Target.

The Home Depot – The next class will be Saturday, January 2nd from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., where kids can make a Kung Fu Panda 3 Spinning Box. All kid get to keep their craft, receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last

– Check here for several do-it-yourself workshops.

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Check to see if there is a CityPASS available in your area! See some of your city’s most popular attractions this long weekend for a fraction of the price! We have purchased our local CityPASS several times and LOVE IT!

Click here to see if it is available in your city–>

Snapfish: 99 photo prints only $6.88 shipped!

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This is a GREAT deal if you’ve got lots of photos from the holidays!  Right now Snapfish is offering 99 photo prints for just $6.88 SHIPPED!  The promo is 99 photo prints for a penny each and then shipping is $5.89.

  1. Click here to sign into your account and grab this deal–> Snapfish photo sale
  2. Upload your photos
  3. Add 99 4×6 prints to your cart
  4. Enter the promo code 99PNY16 at checkout
  5. Your total will be $6.88 SHIPPED!

They are also having a Buy 1 calendar, get 2 free promotion!

Thanks Family Friendly Frugality!

Retail Round-up: printable coupons for your weekend shopping!

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If you’re planning on doing some shopping this weekend, here’s the retail round-up of printable coupons!

A.C. Moore – 40% Off 1 Regularly Priced Item + More (exp: 1/2/2016)
Aaron Brothers – 50% Off 1 Regularly Priced Item (exp: 1/2/2016)
Bealls – 30% Off Entire Purchase (exp: 1/10/2016)
Big 5 Sporting Goods – $15 Off $75 Purchase (exp: 1/4/2016)
Dress Barn – 20% Off Entire Regularly Priced Purchase (exp: 1/7/2016)
Hancock Fabrics – 50% Off 1 Regularly Priced Fabric Item (exp: 1/6/2016)
Hobby Lobby – 40% Off 1 Regularly Priced Item (exp: 1/2/2016)
JoAnn – 40% Off 1 Regularly Priced Item (exp: 1/2/2016)
Kirklands – $10 Off $50, $20 Off $100 or $40 Off $200 Purchase Starting 7/2 (exp: 1/3/2016)
Mardel – 20% Off 1 Item $4.99 or More (exp: 1/2/2016)
P.S. from Aeropostale – $10 Off $40 Purchase (exp: 1/5/2016)
Sams Club – FREE 1-Day Pass (exp: 1/31/2016)
Staples – $19.99 Staples Multipurpose Paper 5 Ream Case After Easy Rebate + More (exp: 1/2/2016)

(Thanks Surviving the Stores!)

If you’re shopping in stores today, make sure you take advantage of cash back offers with the Find & Save app! Get Find & Save for Android or Find & Save for iOS. If you’re signing up for the first time, I would love it if you would let them know I sent you by using code CYMS. All you have to do is take a picture of your receipt and submit it! Easy, right?

Restaurant Round-Up: the top printable restaurant deals and coupons!

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If you’re headed to a restaurant this weekend and you don’t want to bust your budget, check out the top printable restaurant deals and coupons that are available right now!

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Subway is offering a FREE 6″ sub when you buy a drink!  You must sign up and save with weekly text offers to take advantage of this promotion!

Here are more restaurant offers:

Black Angus Steakhouse – $42 Campfire Feast for Two (exp: 1/11/2016)
Carls Jr – $1 Off Steakhouse Thickburger Combo (exp: 2/3/2016)
Hardees – $1 Off Steakhouse Thickburger Combo (exp: 2/3/2016)
Jack In The Box – Buy 1 Get 1 Free Breakfast Burrito (exp: 1/5/2016)
Marie Callenders – Buy 1 Get 1 Free Breakfast Entree When You Buy 2 Drinks (exp: 1/20/2016)
Mimis Cafe – Buy 1 Get 1 Free Entree When You Buy 2 Drinks (exp: 1/16/2016)
Rubios – $1 Off Surf & Turf 2 Taco Plate + More (exp: 1/10/2016)
Rusty Bucket – $10 Off 2 Entree Purchase (exp: 1/3/2016)
Togos – Free 20 oz. Drink with 6 Inch Regular or Larger Sandwich (exp: 1/4/2016)

(Thanks Surviving the Stores!) ibotta You can now earn cash back for eating at your favorite restaurants with the free Ibotta app! You can also earn cash back at grocery stores and even movie theaters! I earned $133.50 cash back last year and I’ve already earned $32 this year! Earn cash back from restaurants like these:

  • Chili’s
  • Hooters
  • Quizno’s
  • Smashburger

Friday Night Round-Up: The day’s best coupons, deals and freebies!

rp_round-up-150x150.jpgIf you missed any of today’s posts, here are some of my favorites!  Please keep in mind that all of these offers were available at the time of this posting!  Pricing and promotions can change at ANY time.  Always verify final pricing before you complete your check-out!

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This Hot Wheels Terrain Twister deal is definitely my favorite.  My son owns one and we paid WAY more than that for ours!  It’s a remote-control car that works on sand, grass, and even water!

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Here’s another favorite!  The Instant Pot IP-LUX50 6-in-1 Programmable Pressure Cooker is on sale for more than half off!  There are six different features which allow you to steam food, use it as a rice cooker, a slow cooker, or cook chicken breasts in 15-20 minutes!  You can even use it to boil eggs!  If your goal for 2016 is to cook more, this will help you out!

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Every year, I tell myself I’m going to get more storage for our Christmas decorations.  I couldn’t pass up these deals–> Elf Stor Premium White Holiday Christmas Tree Storage Bag 86% off

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Get an AMAZING deal on this Portable Ultra Bright LED Camping Lantern!  You’ll pay just $8.49 when you use the code PGOBI3QA at check-out.  You can use this code to buy multiples, too!  This would also be great to have on hand for emergencies and power outages!

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If you’ve got the free digital credits from choosing slow shipping on your Amazon Prime orders, you can use them to score FREE MOVIES!  Right now, Amazon has several digital movies on sale for less than $5!

Check your digital credits balance here–> FREE Amazon digital credits

Check out the movies that are on sale here–> Amazon digital movies sale

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I KNOW that Christmas just passed and the last thing you want to think about is MORE toys, but these toy deals under $10 are too good to pass up!  There are some really great things to add to your gift closet–> Kids Toy Deals Under $10

amazon-fire-tablet-cases If your kids got an Amazon Fire tablet and you don’t have a case yet, make sure you check this out–> The Best Amazon Fire Tablet Cases for Kids (prices start under $10!)

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We never seem to have enough batteries in our house and this Maxell Batteries Subscribe & Save Deal makes it EASY to stock up!

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If you love the adult coloring booksyou’ll love this coloring calendar, too!  It includes daily tear off coloring sheets and right now it’s on sale for 50%, which makes it just $7.49.

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If you’re planning to eat healthier in the new year, get this set of 10 Pack 3 Compartment Meal Containers!  It’s only $12.99 for 10 and it makes meal planning (especially lunches) super easy!

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This is a busy time of year and if your’e like me, you’ve been on the go a lot and haven’t had much time for cooking.  Find out how you can grab your FREE Subway sandwich with drink purchase!

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These have been a BIG reader favorite!  Get Hallmark ornaments starting at $1.99! They’ve got Disney princesses, Star Wars, and more!  If you collect them, make sure you check this out!!

Ty Peek a Boo Phone holders on sale!

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There were SO MANY Amazon Subscribe & Save deals added!  Score deals on Viva paper towels, Gillette razors, Dixie bowls, and more!  There are lots of great deals on household basics like toilet paper, paper towels, and even laundry tabs plus snacks, too!  I love being able to have these items delivered straight to my home and I usually end up paying less than I would in store, even WITH coupons!  If you haven’t tried Amazon Subscribe & Save yet, it’s the perfect time!

Don’t miss out on this Huggies Simply Clean Baby Wipes Deal!  You can get 648 wipes for just $7.02 shipped!!

Today is the LAST day to use this awesome coupon:

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I SERIOUSLY love this Target $15 off $50 household products coupon! I used it online Sunday and I got my order already! I’m planning on using it in store this week, too! If you need to stock up on toilet paper, paper towels, laundry detergent, and other household products, now is the time!

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I’ve had my eye on this Rival Electric Skillet for awhile now!  The price dropped to $18.96, which was low enough for me!  I can’t wait to check it out!

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This Scrabble Tiles I Love You Plaque would be SUPER CUTE for Valentine’s Day and it’s only $4.41 shipped right now!

These add on candy deals are pretty awesome:

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Reese’s Pieces Peanut Butter Candies (18 ct) – $6.50

Skittles Original Candy (9 oz standing bag) – $1.29

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This Crock Pot Casserole Slow Cooker was on my Christmas list and I finally got one!  The price is back down to $32!  It’s regularly $50!

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This Qixels Fuse Blaster was one of my son’s FAVORITE Christmas gifts!  He took it out and started using it right away!  The regular price is $16.99 and I got it on sale at Target for $11.99 a few weeks ago.  Of course, now it’s on sale for $9.26 on Amazon!  This would be a GREAT item to add to your gift closet!

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Plus get these Willowbee boots for just $19.99 per pair!

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