My Son Thinks I'm Rachael Ray

Really, in line at the grocery store, he points to magazines donning her photo & says, "Momma!"
...I love that kid.
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Hurry, Hurry!

Jimmy John's GRAND OPENING in Festus TODAY until 3 pm.
Subs (number 1-4 I think) for only A BUCK.

I love me a turkey tom, hold the mayo. Who can say no to alfalfa sprouts?!

Free Grub at Ponderosa

Consider it the luck of the Irish...

Eureka Ponderosa is giving you free lunch or dinner buffet on Tuesday. All you have to do is buy a 32-oz drink ($2.49).
This was found in the Current Newspaper (thank you Alice!).

Restaurants.com at it again

Get your $25 gift certs for $2. Use the code menu. Expires 3/15/09 (so use soon!).

What Are You Doing This Weekend?

This is the part of my site where I talk about all the great things happening in our city that you can take advantage of.
These fun things are either free, or very very cheap.
Whatever you do, have fun!

FRIDAY

Pottery Barn Kids Sing-Along. Pottery Barn Kids is hosting Sing-Along concerts. Come sing, dance and play along. Babaloo will be performing at the St. Louis Galleria. He's one of my kiddos' favs. Performances at 10 & 11 am. http://www.potterybarnkids.com/

Laptime. Ages 6 months to 24 months. Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave. in Oakland the second Friday of every month at 10 a.m. 822-0051.

Steaming into History: Steam Trains from the Collection of Des Lee. Bring the whole family for this rare opportunity to view a stunning display of 1:32 scale model trains that run on live steam. The trains will run (weather permitting) from 1-4 p.m. Free. Missouri History Museum in Forest Park. More information: www.mohistory.org

Storytelling in the Galleries: Happy St. Patrick's Day. Wear green and hear stories about good luck and leprechauns. 10:30 a.m. Free. At the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park. More information: www.mohistory.org

Family Fun Night at The Whittle Shortline Railroad. Family Fun Nights at The Whittle Shortline Railroad are the second Friday of every month. Activities include face painting, paint workshops, train cookie decorating and much more. Both floors will be open for plenty of train playing. 5:30-8:30. $4.50 - Children 18 months and up. Adults are Free. 636-861-3334 http://www.woodentrain.com NOT FREE.

Friday Night Live at the Lodge. Middle school students ages 10-14 are invited to hang out at the The Lodge with friends, enjoy pizza, cool music and great activities in the gym, party room and wave pool, play Guitar Hero or take a teen exercise class. Tickets are limited and are $3 per person, and available at The Lodge front desk. 6-9 p.m. at The Lodge of Des Peres, 1050 Des Peres Road. More information: 314-835-6150 NOT FREE

SATURDAY
Lowe's Build & Grow Clinic. Learn to build a tabletop basketball goal at this month's activity for kids. Visit the Lowe's website for area locations and to register. 10-11 am. Free.

Botanical Garden Free Morning. Admission to the Missouri Botanical Garden is FREE every Wednesday and Saturday morning. From 9am - Noon, St. Louis City and St. Louis County residents (bring proof of residency) can get into the garden for free all year. Free admission may not be available during special events. http://www.mobot.org. 314-577-9400

It's Purple Martin Time. Purple Martins are on their way back to St. Louis from South America, and kids ages 14 and up can discover how to spot these insect-eating swallows in their backyards. 9:30-11 a.m. August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area, 1260 Highway D, St. Charles. More information and reservations: 636-441-4554 or www.mdc.mo.gov/areas/cnc/busch

A Visit from Winnie the Pooh. Barnes & Noble - Chesterfield Oaks. 11 am. http://storelocator.barnesandnoble.com/storedetail.do?store=2192

Barbies Birthday Bash. Decorate your very own Barbie Party Hat. Barbie Coloring Fun. At Toys R Us. Noon-2 pm.

St. Patrick's Day Parade. This year marks the 40th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in downtown St. Louis. The parade begins at noon at 18th and Market Streets and proceeds east to its conclusion at Broadway and Market. It includes marching bands, floats, huge cartoon-character balloons, more than 5000 marchers and lots of clowns. Free. www.irishparade.org

Storytelling in the Galleries: Happy St. Patrick's Day. Wear green and hear stories about good luck and leprechauns. 1 p.m. Free. At the Missouri History Museum in Forest Park. More information: www.mohistory.org

Steaming into History: Steam Trains from the Collection of Des Lee. Bring the whole family for this rare opportunity to view a stunning display of 1:32 scale model trains that run on live steam. The trains will run (weather permitting) from 1-4 p.m. Free. Missouri History Museum in Forest Park. More information: www.mohistory.org

Wonderful Worms. Kids ages 7-12 will learn how earthworks work wonders for the soil, then enjoy some earthworm crafts. 2-3:30 p.m. Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center, 11715 Cragwold Road, Kirkwood. Reservations and more information: 314-301-1500 or www.mdc.mo.gov/area/cnc/powdervalley

SUNDAY

World Eagle Day. Celebrate eagles from around the world at The World Bird Sanctuary. Enjoy presentations and family activities throughout the day. 10 am-4pm. World Bird Sanctuary, 125 Bald Eagle Ridge Road, Valley Park. Free. http://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org/

Steaming into History: Steam Trains from the Collection of Des Lee. Bring the whole family for this rare opportunity to view a stunning display of 1:32 scale model trains that run on live steam. The trains will run (weather permitting) from 1-4 p.m. Free. Missouri History Museum in Forest Park. More information: www.mohistory.org

Art Museum Family Sunday. Hands-on art activities and a family tour through the galleries. 1-4 pm. St. Louis Art Museum - Forest Park. 314-721-0072 http://www.slam.org

Teen Turning Green Celebration. Teens can bring their friends to the Whole Body Department to receive free "green" facials, makeovers, manicures, massages and more. Those who pre-register will be entered into a drawing to win three Teens Turning Green products. 2-5 p.m. Free. To pre-register: 314-968-7744. At Whole Foods Market, 1601 S. Brentwood Blvd., Brentwood.

You're going to get hungry while you're out & about. Don't forget to click on KIDS EAT FREE (on the right sidebar) to line up a game plan ahead of time. Have fun!

Friday Free Bees

Free Cream of Wheat Again

BOGOF Sundae @ Baskin Robbins (coupon)

Kiddos get to make their own Free Pizza at Uno, when the adult pays for theirs (coupon)

Free letter from the Easter Bunny (seriously?)

Sample of Warm Delights Minis

Sample of Sun Crystals (like splenda)

Free Sacred Sounds

Free Taylor Hicks download

Free Mandy Moore track

Free Campbells Tomato seeds. (link is on the right. enter Code 1: P8039 and Code 2: U6 and choose any variety)

Kelly Clarkson “My Life Would Suck Without You” -enter code: DOVE

Free downoad of Gaelic Storm Kiss Me I’m Irish

Ballas Hough Band Do It For You download

The OC

I've probably blogged about them before because they have kids eat free. Anytime. And you can get two kids meals free with one paying adult.

And this coupon makes it even better.

This was in my inbox & we used it WITH the kids eat free.

As always, check first at your location. It seems that different stores, restaurants, people, etc., do things differently, so always ask first.

We Are Family

Friends & Family discount, for you! At Old Navy/Gabe/BR this weekend. Now through Sunday.

30% off!

You can shop in-stores or online. Just go here to print out the email to present at check-out. And shop til you drop.

What's that? You say you want to shop online with this discount?, and you want to know if I know any shipping codes?
Why yes I do.
Here's what I recommend.
Join Cashbaq. So, right off the bat, you're going to get $5 in your account, just for the hay of it. Then, whatever you buy at Old Navy? Yah, you're going to get another 3% back on that!
Oh yah, and free shipping if you spend $75 or more (use the code FREE75).

It's True Blue

and FREE!
Go here to print out your coupon to get a TRUE BLUE SPA Travel-size item with any purchase. But hurry!, offer ends THIS SUNDAY! (the 15th)

Raise Your Hand

If you're SURE wanting free deodorant.

Go here to check out the deal (read the fine print!!) & claim the rebate.

Get on the 'A-List'

And get ya some free stuff from Aerie!
Here's the deal:
-print out the coupon for a free pair of panties!
(and as if that's not good enough!...)
-take the coupon into the Aerie store, get your free undies
-and sign up for the a-list, for more free loot in the future!

Buddy Up With Some Free Soap

I'm so excited!, the Link for the Johnson's Buddies soaps is re-set!:

Go here for the $1 off of one (firefox browser) or (internet explorer)

Go here for the $2 off of two (firefox browser) or (internet explorer)

Go here for the $3 off of three (firefox browser) or (internet explorer)

Now, print out each of these (according to what browser you use to surf the internet) & head to the store. I have yet to see Johnson & Johnson Buddies Soaps for more than a dollar (I even saw them at Schnucks for a buck!). So, using the coupon, they end up being free!

If you've never used these, you'll love them. They make 'self-cleaning' fun & easy for your preschooler! We love these!

Thanks Cornbread!

I was able to talk to the one & only Cornbread this morning. Thanks Cornbread for the shouts out!

Levi's Guarantee

Did you know if your kiddo's (or yours!) Levi's wear out & Levi's deems it their responsibility, that they'll replace them, for free? (they even pay postage)

If they feel it's not because of their manufacturing, they'll send yours back, and you don't pay a dime.

More on their website.

Thank you to Michelle for this tip! She got 4 new pairs for her son!!

Free after Coupon at Walmart & Target

AT TARGET:

Pepperidge Farm Whole Grain Goldfish Crackers, $1 to $1.79
-$1/1 Goldfish printable
FREE to $0.79 after coupon!

AT WALMART:

True North Peanut Nut Clusters 5.5 oz bags $1.00
-$1/1 coupon from SS 2/8/09 (exp. 9/30/09)
Final Price: FREE!!

Ken's salad dressings are $1.78
-$2/1 coupon from the 3/8/09 SS
Final Price: FREE + $0.22 overage!

Mentos Gum $0.99 - $1.28
-$1/1 coupon expires 4-30-09 (SS 3/1/09)
Final Price: FREE - $0.28

Stacy’s Pita Chips Simply Naked (10-oz.), $1.50
-$1.50/1 Stacys Pita Chips, exp. 2-28-09 (SS 1/25/09)
Final Price: FREE

*SS=SmartSource (found in your coupon sections)
**Just like with everything you read, always check ahead. Prices vary from store to store.

Goodies from my Inbox

$1.50 off of Pedialyte

$2 off Tylenol Cold

Free samples of Head & Shoulders, Crest Whitestrips & more by registering here
(& I learned on their website that there will be TWO inserts of their coupons in this coming Sunday's paper!)

Next Week's Ad from Wags

Walgreens Preview Ad for Walgreens for the week of March 15th (thanks to HCW)

Lent Season

'Tis the time for fish! And Captain D's is no stranger to fish. This Friday take advantage of the goodies that were in my inbox:

This coupon for $1.50 off (2 choices of entrees/platters).
Ahead of time, sign up for the 'D's Club' & get a coupon for a free fish/fries or a free chicken/fries.
Also, sign your kiddos up for the Kids' Club.

When I post samples, coupons, offers, etc., please please please don't wait to take advantage of them. Many companies have a max amount of free things they'll offer. And once they've reach said amount, they end their giveaway.
Same goes for coupons -- many times companies reach a limit & with draw their offer. Early bird gets the worm!

HCX Special

Thanks to the great response, HCX has generously offered to extend their newspaper-only special, the "March" special, to the Tightwad Momma readers.

Their "March Special" includes a color, a cut, & an eyebrow wax, for only $85!

Mention the special ahead of time, when you call HCX to book your appointment. 636.527.0102

Shave & a Haircut -CONTEST CLOSED!

Winners, I'll be emailing you...CONGRATS!!

Get Lost! Get a giftcard!

That's right --- it's the contest!

My last two haircuts, including the donation cut that my 5-year old & participated in, were at
HAIR COLOR XPERTS in Ballwin, Missouri.
Their shop is centrally located. It's so clean, trendy, & upbeat. The owner's presence ensures the salon is tops in customer service & is so very friendly. The young/hip stylists are sure to listen to your requests & I am an almost-redhead right now for the very first time in my life & I LOVE IT!

I have in my blogging hands, THREE $20 GIFTCARDS ($20 off any service) FOR THE WINNERS!

And I'll make it easy for you. No guesses...no photo titles...no trivia. Just a comment! And the first THREE commenters ARE THE WINNERS. Comments #1, #2, & #3 *win*.

Don't have a blog or blogger profile? That's okay, be sure to leave a way for me to get a hold of you! (email address would be fine)

Ready? Set? Go! -- GOOD LUCK!

Free Tunes

Want some free downloads?
Looky what I found. 570 FREE MP3s.
The perfect time to find a new favorite artist or song.

Mid-Week Shouts Out

This week I'm giving shouts out to Angel Food Ministries.

What is Angel Food Ministries?:
Angel Food Ministries is a non-profit, non-denominational organization dedicated to providing grocery relief and financial support to communities throughout the United States.
(that's taken from their website)
I want to add though, because that almost makes it sound as if you need to qualify as 'needy' to receive a month from AFM & that's not the case.

Angel Food is available in a quantity that can fit into a medium-sized box at $30 per unit. Each month's menu consists of both fresh and frozen items with an average retail value of approximately $60.Generally, one unit of food assists in feeding a family of four for about one week or a single senior citizen for almost a month. The food is all the same high quality one could purchase at a grocery store. There are no second-hand items, no damaged or out-dated goods, no dented cans without labels, no day-old breads and no produce that is almost too ripe.

Sample Menu:
(this month's menu can be viewed here)

• 4 lb. IQF Leg Quarters
• 4 oz. Beef Back Ribs
• 1 lb. 80/20 Lean Ground Beef
• 2 lb. Breaded Chicken Tenders
• 1.5 lb. Bone in Pork Chops (4 x 6oz.)
• 1 lb. Ground Turkey
• 18 oz. Stuffed Manicotti (Cheese)
• 12 oz. Smoked Sausage
• Betty Crocker Seasoned Potatoes
• 7 oz. Cheeseburger Dinner
• 16 oz. Green Beans
• 16 oz. Baby Carrots
• 2 lb. Onions
• 1 lb. Pinto Beans
• 1 lb. Rice
• 7 oz. Blueberry Muffin Mix
• 10 ct. Homestyle Waffles
• Dessert Item

Go here to see how it works & here to see where you can find a participating church.

Caress Sample

Enter Caress' sweepstakes & check free sample! Go here.

And hey!, maybe you'll win! (that would be even better than a free sample!)

WEDNESDAY Redbox Code

This code, JBG123, is good ONLY today (kinda like the monday codes).
Remember, you can use it more than once, with a different credit/debit card.
Code expires tonight at midnight.

Tuesday Night Free Bees

Free TIDE sample

Free CREST white strips

Free Biolage sample (be sure to check Yes, please send me a Biolage sample in the mail)

Free Aveda products at an Aveda store
(there's one in the Galleria -- you must print out coupon)

Free Sample of Betty Crocker Warm Delights Mini
when you sign up for the news letter.

Another Giveaway

My 2nd ever giveaway. Hint-hint: Sometime tomorrow!

Spring Allergies?

Ah'choo.
I just got this zyrtec coupon in my inbox.
$2 off helps if you use a few bottles of it just during spring!

Two Free Puzzle Games

At Big Fish!
Go here to register...they'll then send you a code to unlock your 2 free games.
*when entering your email address, be sure to check next to Do not send me product updates:

Aveeno Coupon

$2 off any Aveeno product. Go here to get yours!
Then, scour the clearance for Aveeno lotions. I find them a lot on the clearance end-cap at Target (by the pharmacy & by lotions/deodorant).

Pillsbury Online Coups

Go here to sign up for their email & online offers (including coupons!). I love their 'breakapart' (that's what we call them at our house!) cookies. So so easy & so so yummy!

Join the Italian Revolution

by signing up at Fazoli's site. Each week you'll get new coupons to download & print.

Coup at Denny's

I just got this great coupon from Denny's. I figure, you can go with a pal, each of you get the grand slam & a drink, & walk out with a full belly for $10.
(be sure to follow my link to get your own coupon, don't print the pictures)

Free Bee

Free sample Kotex Ultrathin Overnight with Wings.

Don't Forget!

Today is the day you:

Get your free resumes at FedEx
and
your free drink & fries at Jack in the Box!

Swagalicious

New code!!!: (remember, case sensitive!!)

TWITTER5000

Have no clue what I'm talking about? Go here to get a tutorial on Swagbucks!

Magical Giveaway!

Go to 5 Minutes for Mom for a really great giveaway. All you have to do is comment to win

Four 1 Day Park Hoppers!

Making Great Things with Seasonal Clearance

I often times take advantage of seasonal clearance.

For example, red napkins, clearanced down after Christmas, are perfect for Valentine's Day. Same goes for green (purchased after Christmas, great for St Patty's).

Sometimes I will buy my kids' clothes for the following Christmas, same as I do all of their clothes (buy their coats the season before, once they're marked down).

And candy & other edible goodies?...who cares if it's in a Christmas tree wrapper? (I don't!, chocolate is chocolate!)

So, imagine my delight, when I saw the possibilities for this after-Christmas purchase, cute little metal bucket of 'puppy chow'.
We devoured the puppy chow on New Year's Eve, then I sent my hubby outside w/ the pail & some silver spray paint.

I let it dry & tossed around some more ideas...
Perfect for baked goods.
Or...
A container for my daughter's orange & lime room.

Before you toss it!, think of how it can be reused... you will surprise yourself.

Monday Redbox Code

Here is your FREE Redbox movie code for today: F3T9L6. Expires at midnight tonight. You can use code more than once with a separate debit/credit card each time.

Free Monsters Vs Aliens Movie Poster

From Office Depot. My boy is going to love this one!

Free Sammie from Quiznos

You got their free sub last month, now get a free Sammie & enjoy a lunch on Quiznos.
This is for NEW eClub members (just use a new email address!). Go here to sign up for their email club & get your coupon (in your inbox) for a free Sammie sandwich (with purchase of a side + regular drink) AND a free cookie on your birthday!

Crazy Huggies Deal at Wags this Week

First of all, my experience at Walgreens has taught me that if I don't get there on Sunday, most of what they have cheap (via good deal or rebates) is gone. So, I encourage you to try to get there today if you can. I'm actually hoping to go before church this morning.

First of all, go to my coupon bar on the right (or click here) & print TWO of the 2 coupons for Huggies (one is for $5 off, the other is $3 off). Actually, print as many as you're able. They also had some super coupons like these at Red Plum.

This week there will be Register rewards: buy $25 in Huggies products and get $10 in Register Rewards back. The jumbo packs will be on sale for $10 each. With three of these coupons you can get three jumbo packs for $5 after coupons and register rewards!

Let me re-explain because it can be confusing:
You have to spend more than $25 in selected huggies products for the $10 RR to print. Since the diapers will be on sale at $10 each you will have to buy three of them to get over the $25. Then use three of the $5 coupons.

Supposedly, there is a Walgreen coloring book (available in the pharmacy?) that has coupons in it. I heard there are more diaper coupons (expiring at the end of the month). But when I went to the pharmacy & asked for the coloring book, she gave me a coloring book, full of coloring pages (but no coups). But if your Wags has these books, use the said coupon for an even better deal!