Community Corner
Pamper Yourself While Saving Money
This week's frugal family brings you the opportunity to treat yourself to new spring attire, take the night off from cooking, enjoy a free Kindle, and more.
Remember that it’s always a good idea to check with the merchant for additional conditions.
1. SPLURGE ON SPRING DRESSES
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Deal: Buy two dresses at and save $10.
Good through: According to a sales associate, this promotion will end “in May.”
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2. TAKE THE NIGHT OFF FROM COOKING
Deal: There is no need to cook when will do it for you for only $5 or $6. Behind the salad bar you'll find a shelf stocked with $5 entrees including veggie lasagna, spaghetti pomodoro with meatballs, penne alfredo with chicken, and more. Those with a more adventurous palate will appreciate the $6 options including chicken curry with peas and pilaf, or saag paneer with saffron rice, among others.
Good through: Ongoing
3. LOWEST PRICE ON GAS
Deal: Looking for the best price on gas? Check out this Web site. Simply enter your zip code to find gas prices in your area. You can either visit the web Site before you leave the house, or download the app onto your phone so you'll have it with you any time you need to fill the tank.
Good through: Ongoing
4. FREE KINDLE
Deal: New customers who open an Advantage checking account will get a free Amazon Kindle. Of course, there are conditions that need to be met. You have to have a $25 minimum opening deposit and a recurring direct deposit. The offer doesn’t pertain to already existing accounts, and you must receive at least two direct deposits of at least $250 each into your new account within 90 days of opening. If you meet all the criteria, the Amazon Kindle will ship within 60 days of qualifying.
Good through: March 18, 2011
5. STOCK-UP ITEM OF THE WEEK: TOOTHPASTE!
Deal: is offering buy one, get one free on Colgate Total toothpaste, and there’s a 35¢ coupon in this week’s SmartSource. While you’re there, take avantage of some of the other "buy one, get one" deals being featured: Kellogs cereal, vitamins, Rite Aid allergy medication, acetaminophen, Ibuprofrin, and more.
Good through: March 5
