AMF Summer Unplugged and Summer Pass Savings

Summer break begins in just a couple of weeks.  Are you looking for things to keep your kids entertained and have a little fun too?  If so, maybe this will interest you.

AMF's Summer Unplugged is this summer's best bowling deal for kids!  And adults can get in on the fun too with Summer Pass.

At select AMF centers, two free games of bowling per day for kids 15 and under. (Shoe rental not included.)

Time - Free bowling until 8:00 pm, 7 days a week

Dates - Monday, May 14 through Monday, September 3 (Labor Day)

If interested..
-  parents need to go to http://bit.ly/AMFfree to select a participating center (over 250 locations) and complete a simple registration form.
- Free game coupons emailed every week starting May 14 - it's that simple!
- $3.29 kids meals

Summer Pass: Great Deal for Everyone 16 and Over
  - 2 free games, per day for up to four people ages 16 and up (shoe rental not included).
- One $29.95 summer Pass is good for 2 games per day for up to four people all summer long, that's only $7.50 per person (Same dates and times as above.)

Available online at http://bit.ly/SummerPass.

Disclosure:  I participated in this campaign as a member of One2One Network and am eligible for a prize drawing. All opinions stated in the post are my own.

Today's Favorite Coupon - Savings on Ziploc Bags

Click here to print your ocupon for $1 off 2 Ziploc Brand Bags.

Family Fun Magazine - 3 Years for $9

Tue, May 8, Subscribe to Three-years of FamilyFun Magazine, for only $9.00 from DiscountMags.com! Use Promo Code: 8582

One of my favorites!

6pm.com - Clarks up to 80% off!

6pm.com currently has Clarks up to 80% off!  Here is a great deal on Clarks Canary Flight Flip Flops for just $14.99 - Regularly - $49.99.  Also, receive FREE shipping!!

These would make a great Mother's Day gift.  Click here to order!

FREE Sample of Propel Zero Powder Stick

"Like Propel Zero on Facebook" and request a FREE sample of Propel Zero Powder Stick.

Thought of the Day

Always remember someone has a problem worse than yours.

Giveaway - Cheerios Prize Pack - 2 Winners

Cereal is a great option for breakfast on busy mornings.  Cheerios is a cereal that everyone loves in my house.  Since I am always looking for the best price on cereals, I have purchased cereal in bulk.  The only thing I didn't like was the packaging.  Cheerios has definitely solved my problem.  The boxes now fit on my shelf in the pantry and I will not have to rearrange items to find a place for the bulky box.

The new 2 box Cheerios contains two individual boxes, making them easier to store and easier to pour!  By reducing the amount of air in each individual bag, these enhanced containers fit 10% more cereal than before and use less packaging.  While each box contains more cereal, packaging material has been reduced by over 200,000 lbs., saving 1000 trees and taking 130 Cheerios trucks off the road, decreasing CO2 emissions. 

Check out all the benefits of new 2 box Cheerios packaging.



New and improved 2 box Cheerios are now available on the shelves of Costco, Sam's Club and BJ's nationwide.

I have (2) prize packs to giveaway:

How to enter: (5 entries per person)

- Leave me a comment telling me how the 2 new boxes of Cheerios will benefit you and your family. (Required)

- Follow/Subscribe to my blog (1 extra entry) and leave me a comment telling me you did.

- Follow me on twitter - and leave me a comment telling me you did.

- Tweet about this giveaway (@mariathriftyWAI) and leave me a comment telling me you did.

Tweet this - Enter the Cheerios 2 box giveaway at Thrifty Ways and Ideas http://www.thriftywaysandideas.com/2012/05/giveaway-cheerios-prize-pack-2-winners.html  @mariathriftyWAI

- "Like" me on Facebook and leave me a comment telling me you did.

This giveaway will close on Sunday, May 13 at 9pm. The winners will emailed and posted on Monday morning . Each winner will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen.

Disclosure: Cheerios® cereal, information, and giveaway have been provided by General Mills through MyBlogSpark

Week of Giveaways

Each day this week I will be offering a new giveaway. 

 Each giveaway will last 7 days. 

Be sure to check back each day and enter!

My Favorite Drug Store Deals This Week - 5/6-5/12

Here is a list of my favorite deals at CVS this week:



Mars Chocolate Singles - .75
Receive .75 ECB
Final Price - FREE after ECB
Limit 1

Children's Allegra Allergy - 9.99
Receive 4.99 ECB
Use $5 coupon 5/6 SS
Final Price - FREE after ECB and coupon
Limit 1

Kraft Easy Mac, Deluxe, Homestyle, Velveeta Skillets or Shells & Cheese - 2/$6
Receive $3 ECB wyb 2
Final Price - $1.50 each

Here is a list of my favorite deals at Walgreens this week:


Dickensons Witch Hazel - $4
Receive $4 RR
Final Price - FREE after RR

Complete Multipurpose Contact Solution - $7.99
Receive $8 RR
Final Price - FREE after RR

Lanacane Cream - $5
Receive $5 RR
Final Price - FREE after RR

Accu Chek Aviva Blood Glucose Monitor - $9.99
Receive $9.99 Mail In Rebate
Final Price - FREE

Renew Life First Cleanse - $18
Receive $18 Mail In Rebate
Final Price - FREE

Here is a list of my favorite deals at Rite Aid this week:


Nothing jumps out at me this week at Rite Aid!

Still Available - Food on the Table - FREE for Life!!

Food on the Table - the better way to plan meals and save money. SPECIAL OFFER: Use promo code: SPRINGFREE, to get the Premium Service for FREE for life!

DealChicken - New Daily Deals

Hatching deals daily!!  Save up to 90% on local dining, shopping and more!

Click here to sign up.

Today's Favorite Coupon = .55 off Philadelphia Indulgence Cream Cheese Spread

Click here to print your coupon for .55 off (1) package of Philadelphia Indulgence Cream Cheese Spread.

Couponing for Community Week - This Week

Couponing for Community kicks off this week (May 6-12)! Thousands of couponers nation-wide are using our coupon skills to make a united effort to GIVE to a local food bank, rescue mission or friend in need.

Once you've made your donation, you can head over and enter your total number of items donated on the 'See Our Progress' tab beginning on Sunday, May 6.

We'd also LOVE to see pictures of your donations on the C4C Facebook wall. If you are able to add a sign to the picture with the number of items donated and location being given, we'd love to see the locations where our giving is taking place across the country.

Don't forget that Saturday, May 12 is also National Stamp Out Hunger day, so giving can be as simple as leaving a bag of non-perishable items by your mailbox that morning.
Our goal this year is 30,000 items donated in one week's time. With your help, we know it's going to be BIG!

Menu Planning Monday

Monday - Homemade Waffles, Sausage

Tuesday - Spaghetti, Salad, Bread

Wednesday - Pork Chops, Cream Potatoes, Corn

Thursday - Nephew's Ball Game, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Chips

Friday - Salmon, Rice, Salad

Saturday - Dinner Out

Sunday - I always leave Sunday open because my dh likes to plan our menu and do most of the cooking.

You can find other great weekly menus at Menu Planning Monday at Organized Junkie!

Thought of the Day

"Remember that wherever your heart is there you willfind your treasure."

Paulo Coelho

Virginia Beach - Love the Moment

When summer arrives, the beach is soon to follow.  Growing up, a trip to the beach was taken every summer and I have been fortunate enough to carry on that tradition with my family.  I just booked my reservations last week and I am already counting down the days. 

Virginia Beach has everything you could possibly think of to have a wonderful vacation.  Your vacation can be fun-filled from the time to you arrive until the time it is for you to leave.  Below is  a few of the things you can do in Virginia Beach.

- Beach - Endless things to do on the beach with your family. Swimming, searching for the perfect seashell, laying in the sun, a great spot to read a book, get some exercise by taking a walk on the beach or a run.  This is where we spend most of our time.

- Restaurants - A trip to the beach is never complete without a great seafood dinner for me.  There are plenty of restaurants to choose from if seafood is not for you.

- Parasailing - Something I have always wanted to do.  Trying new things is a great way to make a vacation memorable.

- Aquarium - Tour the aquarium and explore the different kinds of ocean wildlife.  Something enjoyable for all ages.  A great thing to do on a rainy day.

- Golf - Lots of golf courses for anyone interested in spending the day playing golf.

- Fishing - Take the family fishing on a charter boat, from the shore, fishing pier or do some inlet fishing. I find fishing a great way to relax.

- Shopping - Lots of stores and shops for any kind of shopping you like to do.  I love to find the unique shops to purchase that one of a kind item as your souvenir.

- Lighthouses - Go to Fort Story and check out the lighthouses.  A great way to learn a little bit of history.

- Ocean Breeze Waterpark - Be a kid again and spending your day at the waterpark.  You will have fun and your kids will too.

If you are considering a beach vacation this summer, Virginia Beach would be a great choice.  Virginia Beach has over 14 miles of public beaches, I'm sure you can find that perfect spot.  The water is warm and the waves are mild.  I often say there is nothing better than the sun on my face and sand between my toes.

About Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach entices visitors to “Live the Life” year-round! Located in the southeastern corner of the state, Virginia Beach is four hours southeast of D.C. by car and within a day’s drive or less for two-thirds of the U.S. population. For visitor information, call 1-800-VA-BEACH (800-822-3224) or visit www.VisitVirginiaBeach.com for online trip planning.

More info on Virgina Beach:

http://www.visitvirginiabeach.com
http://www.visitvirginiabeach.com/visitors/things-to-do/
http://www.beachstreetusa.com/
Virgina Beach on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/VirginiaBeachVA
Follow @VaBeachCVB on Twitter



Disclosure:  “I wrote this blog post while participating in the SocialMoms and Virginia Beach blogging program. For more information on how you can participate, click here.”

Let's Be Honest with Purex

Purex has launched a new campaign, Let's Be Honest featuring Second City Comedian Molly Erdman.  Purex has created a funny series of short videos sharing honest moments that reflect the ironic truths of everyday Life, Laundry and Whatever.

The campaign also offers a sweepstakes.  Everyday one lucky entrant will win a year's supply of Purex detergent.  Who wouldn't be happy to win that?

You can find the funny series of short videos here!  Enjoy!


Disclosure:  All information was provided to me by Purex.  I will receive coupons for Purex detergent for this post.  All opinions are my own.

Sunday Coupon Preview

There will be 2 coupon inserts in this weeks Sunday paper.  1- Smartsource and 1- RedPlum.  Below is a couple of my favorites.  You can view a complete list of what coupons will be available here.

A-1 Steak Sauce Save $1/1 (6/6)
AquaFresh $1/1 Extreme Clean toothpaste or iso-active foaming gel 4.3oz+ (7/29)
Tribe Hummus 8oz or 16oz Save $1/2 (7/8)
Nutella $1/1 13oz+ jar (8/5)

Mother's Day Flowers

Ways I Saved/Earned Money This Week - Link Up and Share How You Did

- I read all of my Inbox Dollars emails for my account and my husband's daily to add money to our accounts.

- I read all of my MyPoints emails daily for my account and my husband's to add points to receive FREE gift cards.

- Cleaned out my coupon binder and filed new coupons for future shopping trips.

- Continued to use my FREE samples this week including - toothpaste, dental floss, mouthwash, lotion, razors, conditioner and shampoo.

- Only used my dishwasher once this week.

- No drugstore shopping this week.

- Planned my grocery store shopping using the sale ad and coupons.

- Stayed home alot this week which always saves money.

- Planned all my errands for one day to save on gas.

- Printed a few coupons for future shopping.

- Had some work done on my Tahoe, no money out of pocket, everything covered under warranty.

- Paid bills on line. No money spent on stamps.

- Requested a few FREE samples this week. 

- Cashed in Swagbucks in for a $5 Amazon gift card. Saving for Christmas.

- Booked our summer vacation and since I booked it 3 months early, I saved 25% off our reservations.


What did you do to saved/earn money this week? Please link up below. If you don't have a blog, that's fine, leave a comment and share how you saved/earned money this week.

Thought of the Day

Nothing better than a glass of lemonade.

1 Year Subscription to O Magazine - $10

If you love O Magazine, here is a great deal for a 1 year subscription.  Click here to order your subscription for only $10.

Today's Favorite Coupon = $1 off Country Crock

Click here to print your coupon for $1 off Country Crock.  These go on sale often and you should be able to find a great deal.

AC Moore Coupons for Next Week

Click here to print your coupons for next week 5/6-5/12. 

- 10% off your purchase of $25 or more - Tuesday ONLY 5/8
- 40% off any one regular priced item - 5/6-5/12
- Custom Framing - 55% off plus an additional $10 off
- a bonus coupon for 50% off any one regular priced item 5/13-5/19

Jamba Juice - 16 Smoothies for $2

Get a coupon for 16 smoothies for only $2.  Click here to order.

Glade Spring Scents Sweepstakes

Enter now to win a Decor Scents Glass Holder.  There will be 5000 given away.  There will be 3 scents - Sherbet Sunshine, Polka Dot Petals, or Magic Meadows. Giveaway ends tomorrow!

Rain Check Shopping Trip to Lowes Foods

Lowes Foods had Boston Butts on sale a couple of weeks ago for .49 a lb.  They were out when I went shopping but I got a raincheck and went back yesterday. 

I purchased 4 and added them to my freezer.  We love to slow cook these on the grill.

Purchased:
4 Boston Butts - 17.41 lbs @ $.99 per lb. = 17.24

Hanging Baskets for $5

I always buy a few hanging baskets each year.  I found these at Lowes Hardware for $5 each.  If you are in need of some, check out your local Lowes Hardware for these great prices.

Purchased:
5 - Hanging Baskets - $5 each = $25
Total - $26.75
Used $25 Gift Card
Total OOP - $1.75 tax

Thought of the Day

Sometimes you need to always consider this.....every story has the three sides, his side, her side and the truth!

My Favorite Deals at Lowes Foods This Week - 5/2-5/8

Here is a list of my favorite deals at Lowes Foods week:

Remember, Lowes Foods doubles coupons up to .99 each.  You can use 20 coupons per transaction.


Lowes Foods Paper Towels (8 Rolls) and Bathroom Tissue (12 double rolls) $4.99 eoffers

Russet Potatoes - 5lb.Bag - $1.97

Sanderson Farms Boneless Chicken Breast, Value Pack - $1.99/lb.

Grande Tortilla Chips - $1.50
Buy 2 and Use $1/2 coupon 4/15 SS
Final Price - $1 each

Niagara Starch - $1.39
Buy 2 and Use $1/2 coupon 2/26 SS
Final Price - .89 each

Michelina's Entree - $1
Buy 5 and Use $1/5 printable coupon
Final Price - .80 each

Hot Pockets Snackers - $3
Use $1 coupon March All You magazine
Final Price - $2

Nestle Coffee-Mate Liquid Creamer - $2
Use .50/1 coupon 4/29 RP
Final Price - $1

Check the Lowes Foods ad for P&G sales and matchups!

My Favorite Drug Deals This Week - 4/29-5/5

Here is a list of my favorite deals at CVS this week:

Colgate MaxClean Smart Foam, Max White or Max Fresh Toothpaste - $2.99

Receive $2.49 ECBs

Use .50/1 coupon 4/29 SS

Final Price - FREE after coupon and ECB

Limit 2

Buy 2 Pantene Pro V Shampoos, Conditioners or Stylers - $3.48 each

Receive $1 ECB

Use B1G1 Free coupons 4/19 P&G

Final Price - $1.24 after coupon and ECB



Here is a list of my favorite deals at Walgreens this week:

U by Kotex - $3.99

Receive $3 RR

Use $1 coupon 3/25 SS

Final Price - FREE after coupon and RR

Depend Silhouette Underwear - $4.49

Receive $3.50 RR

Use $1.50 coupon 4/15 SS

Final Price - FREE after coupon and RR

Reach Dental Floss - .99

Use $1 coupon from 3/4 RP or $1 printable coupon

Final Price - FREE

Kettle Chips - $1.99

Use $1 coupon 3/18 RP

Final Price - .99 each

Here is a list of my favorite deals at Rite Aid this week:

Hot Tamales or Mike & Ike Theater Box Candy - $1

Buy 2 and Receive $2 +UP Rewards

Final Price - FREE

Air Wick or Glade Aerosol, Puff Tissues, or Dawn Dishwashing Soap - .95

Use $1 April Rite Aid Video Values

Final Price - FREE

Today's Favorite Coupon = .50 Betty Crocker Cookie Mix at Dollar General

Click here to print your coupon for .50 off Betty Crocker Cookie Mix.  Dollar General sells these for $1 and with this coupon you can get them for .50.  Maybe a great time to stock up.

$1 Reach Coupon = FREE Reach Dental Floss

Click here to print a $1 Reach coupon.  You can use this coupon at Target, Walmart, or Dollar General and receive FREE dental floss.

Wordless Wednesday

I love flowers and love taking pictures of them.  Here is a close up of my beautiful azalea bushes.

FREE Sample of Ruffies Color Scents Trash Bags

"Like" Color Scents on Facebook and Request a FREE sample of their colored and scented trash bags.

Thought of the Day

Happy 50th Birthday to my wonderful brother!!

New Hallmark Coupon - Save $5 off $10 Purchase

Click here to print your coupon for Save $5 off $10 Purchase.  

Reminder - Couponing for Community - May 6 - 12, 2012

It's that time again!  Last year, I participated in Couponing for Community and donated over 100 items to my local food pantry.  I plan to participate again this year and I hope you will join in and donate too.

Couponing for Community is an effort by couponers all over America to use the power of couponing to make a united immpact.  Join this community of couponers by using your coupoing skills to give to a homeless shelter, food pantry or a friend in need during the week of May 6-12, 2012.  May 12 is also National Stamp Out Hunger Day.  Giving is as easy as leaving a bag of non-perishable items by your mailbox.

In 2010, 3000 items were donated by couponers nationwide.

In 2011, 127 bloggers promoted the cause and 26,649 items were donated.

This year the goal is even bigger - the goal is 30,000 items.

Track your giving during the week of May 6-12 and then share your story and pictures on the Couponing for Community Facebook page. 


To participate:

- Get all of the details on Couponing for Community Facebook page.  You will also be able to see everyone who is partipating.

- As you shop over the next few weeks, set aside items to donate.  Keep a tab of all items you plan to donate along with pictures.

- If you have a blog, write a post and spread the word about Couponing for Community.  Then submit your post on the Join Us tab.

I already have a few items set aside that I purchased this week.  Join me in Couponing for Community and lets meet the goal of 30,000 items for 2012.

.30 off Yoplait Lactose Free Yogurt Cups

Click here to print your coupon for .30 off Yoplait Lactose Free Yogurt Cups.  Yoplait Lactose Free is available in Strawberry, Peach, French Vanilla, and Cherry. It contains 50% of the recommeded Daily Value of Calcium, with vitamins A and D in every cup. 

Coupon is not valid in Louisiana, Nevada, New Jersey, North Dakota and Tennessee.

Disclaimer:  I was provided this coupon and information by Yoplait through MyBlogSpark.

FREE Mother's Day Brunch eBook

Click here to download your FREE copy of Mother's Day eBook.

FREE Jewelry Making eBook

Click here to download your FREE copy of Jewelry Making eBook.

Today's Favorite Coupons = Pampers Coupons

Click here to print your coupon for $1.50 off Pampers Swaddlers Diapers.

Click here to print your coupon for $1.50 off Pampers Cruisers or Baby Dry Diapers.

Monday Menu Planning

Monday - Boston Butt Roast, Mashed Potatoes, Slaw, Sauteed Zuchinni

Tuesday - Cheeseburgers, Homemade Fries

Wednesday - Undecided

Thursday - Salmon, Rice, Grilled Vegetables

Friday - Spaghetti, Salad, Bread

Saturday - Dinner out - Surprise Birthday Party

Sunday - I always leave Sunday open because my dh likes to plan our menu and do most of the cooking.

You can find other great weekly menus at Menu Planning Monday at Organized Junkie!

Thought of the Day

"Friendships begin because, even without words, we understand how someone feels."

Joan Walsh Anglund