8/15/09
Mimi's Coupon
Tightwad Sister recently went to the Mimi's in Chesterfield Bottom & loved it. She took her coupon for free dessert. Go get YOURS (deets: free dessert with a purchase of $10 or more, expires Thursday).
Shopping List at Wags (wk of 8/16)-EDITED
Mars Candy, $.49 (with insert coupon)
-$1/2 from 7/26 RP
=FREE
Scotch bubble mailer, $.49
-$.50 from 7/26 RP
=FREE
Softsoap Nutri Serum Body Wash, $3.99
-$3.99 RR
=FREE
Soft soap Nutro Serum, $3.99
-$3.99 register reward
=FREE
Velveeta Shells & Cheese Cups, 3/$3 (buy FOUR)
-$1 RR
-buy one get one free coupon from 8/9 SS (use TWO if you can)
-$1/4 coupon from "Walgreens Back to School Coupon booklet" (this is in the front by the ads, just ask)
=FREE
SS=Smart Source coupon (from the Sunday paper)
RP=Red Plum coupon (from the Sunday paper)
Did I miss anything?
-$1/2 from 7/26 RP
=FREE
Scotch bubble mailer, $.49
-$.50 from 7/26 RP
=FREE
Softsoap Nutri Serum Body Wash, $3.99
-$3.99 RR
=FREE
Soft soap Nutro Serum, $3.99
-$3.99 register reward
=FREE
Velveeta Shells & Cheese Cups, 3/$3 (buy FOUR)
-$1 RR
-buy one get one free coupon from 8/9 SS (use TWO if you can)
-$1/4 coupon from "Walgreens Back to School Coupon booklet" (this is in the front by the ads, just ask)
=FREE
SS=Smart Source coupon (from the Sunday paper)
RP=Red Plum coupon (from the Sunday paper)
Did I miss anything?
Kmart Deals for Next Week
This from my new FB friend, Carol:
"kmart.com blue light specials for Sat. Aug 15th also starting Sun Aug 16th thru 22nd double manuf. coupons up to and including $2. Be sure to get new monthly ad and weekly ad. Can print manuf. coupons and get email savings at Kmart.com also."
"kmart.com blue light specials for Sat. Aug 15th also starting Sun Aug 16th thru 22nd double manuf. coupons up to and including $2. Be sure to get new monthly ad and weekly ad. Can print manuf. coupons and get email savings at Kmart.com also."
8/14/09
What Are You Doing This Weekend?
One of the coolest things about tightwadmomma.com is the weekend post. I try hard to round up free things for you to do all weekend long.
Happy Weekend!
FRIDAY
Storytelling: Home Sweet Home. Stories about what homes were like in St. Louis a long time ago. Groups of eight or more children must register: 314-454-3114. 10:30 a.m. Missouri History Museum in Forest Park.
Zoo Memory Days. The Saint Louis Zoo is celebrating its centennial next year! At Zoo Memory Days, visitors are encouraged to bring in favorite photographs of family and friends enjoying their visits to the Zoo. Zoo staff will make scans of the photos at a tent near the Sea Lion Basin, and the photos will appear in the Zootennial exhibit in 2010. Bring your pictures by, starting at 4pm.
then....
Jungle Boogie Friday Night Concert Series at the St. Louis Zoo. 5-8 pm. Scheduled this Friday is Usual Suspects (Rock).
Wildwood Movie Night. Showing at the Wildwood Town Center Plaza is Kung Fu Panda. The city will provide popcorn, candy, beverages and the movie. Bring your own lawn chairs or blanket for seating. 8-10 pm. Town Center Plaza, 221 Plaza Drive, Wildwood.
Movie Night: Kung Fu Panda. Take in a free movie with the family at Wildwood's Town Center. No reservations required; bring lawn chairs or a blanket for seating. Movie starts just after sundown (approximately 8 p.m.)
Des Peres Park Lake Summer Concert. Bring your family and friends and a picnic to Des Peres Park and night of music and fun. Come early with your blankets and lawn chairs. Concert starts at 7 pm.
Columbia Daze. Rides, games, live music, food, historic trolley tours and a parade make up this community festival. 4 p.m. to midnight at Metter Memorial Park, 211 E. Cherry St., Columbia, Ill.
Des Peres Summer Concert Series. The city of Des Peres is hosting a Summer Concert Series at the Des Peres Park Lake. There's limited parking in the park, extra parking is available at the Edward Jones building, just off I-270 and Manchester Road. Concessions will be available. Outside food and drink is allowed. NO glass bottles. Live music this month HoneyVox. 7-9:30 pm.
SATURDAY
Storytelling: Home Sweet Home. Stories about what homes were like in St. Louis a long time ago. Free. Groups of eight or more children must register: 314-454-3114. 1 p.m. Missouri History Museum in Forest Park.
Tower Grove Movie Night: National Treasure. Bring a picnic and the kids for a fun movie night in Tower Grove Park. The movie will show at the Whitaker Theater at the Pool Pavilion. Show starts at dusk (around 8:30 pm).
Soap Making. Learn how early Missouri women made soap for their families using the ash from fires and the suet from butchered animals, then use modern-day ingredients to make soap to take home. For ages 14-17. Must be accompanied by an adult. 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center, 11715 Cragwold Road, Kirkwood. Reservations required: 314-301-1500.
SUNDAY
Flashy Fliers. Kids ages 7-12 will learn about fireflies and celebrate these flashy fliers and activities and crafts. 2-3:30 p.m. Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center, 11715 Cragwold Road, Kirkwood. Reservations required: 314-301-1500.
Art Museum Family Sunday. 1-4 pm. Hands-on art activities and a family tour through the galleries.
Will you tell me if I've missed something free & fun?
Free Chocolate Friday!
Starting at 9 am EST get your free single-size package of chocolate, including M&Ms, Milky Way, Snickers, 3 Musketeers, Twix or Dove. Just go HERE. Remember you can win up to 4 times!
8/13/09
More Coupons, Just Because
Thanks to Marylee for this tidbit:
Get a free calendar from Nestle HERE , chalked full of coupons (up to $20 in savings).
Get a free calendar from Nestle HERE , chalked full of coupons (up to $20 in savings).
Things to do on a Beautiful Thursday Evening
I like Thursdays. They might be my favorite night of the week. Not just because of THE OFFICE. But that whole on the brink of the weekend mentality.
And tonight...the air should be clear & beautiful. And there's plenty to do....
St Chas Municipal Band Concert. http://www.stc-muny-band.com. 8 pm. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the live music. Frontier Park, 650 S. Riverside Drive, St. Charles
Kirkwood Summer Concert Series. 6:30-9 pm. http://www.downtownkirkwood.com. Live music from local bands at Station Plaza in Kirkwood. Station Plaza in downtown Kirkwood.
Birds in Concert. The World Bird Sanctuary is hosting a concert series every Thursday in August. Performing this week is Javier Mendoza. 7 pm. http://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org/. World Bird Sanctuary, 125 Bald Eagle Ridge Road, Valley Park.
Best of all it's free!
And tonight...the air should be clear & beautiful. And there's plenty to do....
St Chas Municipal Band Concert. http://www.stc-muny-band.com. 8 pm. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the live music. Frontier Park, 650 S. Riverside Drive, St. Charles
Kirkwood Summer Concert Series. 6:30-9 pm. http://www.downtownkirkwood.com. Live music from local bands at Station Plaza in Kirkwood. Station Plaza in downtown Kirkwood.
Birds in Concert. The World Bird Sanctuary is hosting a concert series every Thursday in August. Performing this week is Javier Mendoza. 7 pm. http://www.worldbirdsanctuary.org/. World Bird Sanctuary, 125 Bald Eagle Ridge Road, Valley Park.
Best of all it's free!
Make $400 in TWO DAYS?!
Thx to FB friend & reader Marie for this one!:
City Residents needed for Hatch Study $400 for 2 days. Hatch Research-in Mapkewood 314-768-2123-August 25th and 26th from (I think they said from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
It has to be 1 year since you did a study FOR THEM. So if they ask you about recent studies only count the ones for Hatch.
Read more about research studies HERE.
City Residents needed for Hatch Study $400 for 2 days. Hatch Research-in Mapkewood 314-768-2123-August 25th and 26th from (I think they said from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
It has to be 1 year since you did a study FOR THEM. So if they ask you about recent studies only count the ones for Hatch.
Read more about research studies HERE.
8/12/09
How About Some Great Coupons?
$1 off two packages of Keebler Fudge Shoppe cookies
$1 off of two Big G Cereals. Read, CHEERIOS (the mother of all cereals)
$1 off two Pillsboro GRAND biscuits
.50 off any three packages (or one 3-pack) of kleenex tissue (perfect for school supplies!)
$1 off any one package of Special K protein shakesWhat's that you ask? What can you do to get one of those fabulous coupons & many, many, many others that I didn't even mention? Very easy, just go HERE. You scroll through, see what you like, and just print it! Easy peasy...and best of all, FREE.
Mid-Week Shouts Out
Hey, better late than ever I always say. Actually, I always say that free is best, but who's counting.
Anywho, in light of a pretty jam-packed day (including a date night with my hubby at Steak n Shake, FREE SHAKE), I am going to post a "re-run" if you will.
It's my boy's bday in a matter of days, so I want to re-introduce you to EVITE.
So, step back in time, 7 mos almost exactly, and check it out.
Psssst! Hey! Want to read about other things I gave a mid-week shouts out to? Just clickety-click on the link below that reads mid weeks shouts out & take a gander!
Anywho, in light of a pretty jam-packed day (including a date night with my hubby at Steak n Shake, FREE SHAKE), I am going to post a "re-run" if you will.
It's my boy's bday in a matter of days, so I want to re-introduce you to EVITE.
So, step back in time, 7 mos almost exactly, and check it out.
Psssst! Hey! Want to read about other things I gave a mid-week shouts out to? Just clickety-click on the link below that reads mid weeks shouts out & take a gander!
Pampers Points
Are you adding point to your Gifts to Grow account?
Here are some more floating around the internet:
FREECODEEXP0823 (1 point)
JOINTHEFUNGTG09 (1 point)
STARTEARNINGNOW (1 point)
Tell me if these don't work for you OR if you have some codes to share!
Here are some more floating around the internet:
FREECODEEXP0823 (1 point)
JOINTHEFUNGTG09 (1 point)
STARTEARNINGNOW (1 point)
Tell me if these don't work for you OR if you have some codes to share!
8/11/09
Free Arby's Roastburger with Purchase of a Soft Drink
No coupon necessary, it's part of their Wednesday deals this summer!
Go HERE to read more!
Go HERE to read more!
Before You Head to the Mall
Pick up a FREE 10-day sample of bareMinerals MATTE SPF 15 Foundation and Brush at any Bare Escentuals Boutique, Sephora, Sephora inside JCPenney, ULTA, or select Nordstrom, Macy’s and spa locations.
FREE Signature Home or Body Care Fragrance w/ $10 Bath & Body Works purchase (exp. 8/27/09)
FREE Aromatherapy Item w/ $15 Bath & Body Works purchase (exp 8/23/09)
FREE Signature Home or Body Care Fragrance w/ $10 Bath & Body Works purchase (exp. 8/27/09)
FREE Aromatherapy Item w/ $15 Bath & Body Works purchase (exp 8/23/09)
How 'Bout Some Free Samples?
Get a free sample of John Frieda Brilliante Brunette Liquid Shine shampoo and conditioner.
Get a free sample of Somersaults Snacks in sea salt flavor.
Get a free sample of Nutland Crunch. This snack product can be found at Whole Foods.
Don’t forget to pick up your Aerie A-List gift any Thursday in August. This month you’ll receive a FREE F.I.T. Gym Bag (ARV $15.50)!
Go HERE to read more about the A-List.
Pick up a FREE 10-day sample of bareMinerals MATTE SPF 15 Foundation and Brush at any Bare Escentuals Boutique, Sephora, Sephora inside JCPenney, ULTA, or select Nordstrom, Macy’s and spa locations.
Stop over HERE and sign up for the Scrubbing Bubbles eBulletins to get your free shower caddy!
Go HERE to get a Taster’s Choice coffee sample pack.
Get a free sample of Somersaults Snacks in sea salt flavor.
Get a free sample of Nutland Crunch. This snack product can be found at Whole Foods.
Don’t forget to pick up your Aerie A-List gift any Thursday in August. This month you’ll receive a FREE F.I.T. Gym Bag (ARV $15.50)!
Go HERE to read more about the A-List.
Pick up a FREE 10-day sample of bareMinerals MATTE SPF 15 Foundation and Brush at any Bare Escentuals Boutique, Sephora, Sephora inside JCPenney, ULTA, or select Nordstrom, Macy’s and spa locations.
Stop over HERE and sign up for the Scrubbing Bubbles eBulletins to get your free shower caddy!
Go HERE to get a Taster’s Choice coffee sample pack.
From my Inbox
Back to School Shopping part 6
OFFICE MAX:
1-Subject Notebook, $0.01 (limit 3)
Ruler, $0.05 (limit 3)
Dixon #2 Pencils (10-pk.), $0.10 (limit 3)
Crayola Crayons (24-pk.), $0.20 (limit 3)
Ruler, $0.05 (limit 3)
Dixon #2 Pencils (10-pk.), $0.10 (limit 3)
Crayola Crayons (24-pk.), $0.20 (limit 3)
8/10/09
Menu Monday
monday
soccer night, eat on the run
tuesday
(leftover) roast pork sandwiches (sunday's leftover roast), fried potatoes, salad (jack in the box tacos for lunch of course)
wednesday
grilled chicken breasts (grill twice as much as you need), jimmy johns day old bread, zuccini
thursday
take the leftover chicken, add to tossed salad, leftover bread
friday
date night. restaurant.com gift certificate
soccer night, eat on the run
tuesday
(leftover) roast pork sandwiches (sunday's leftover roast), fried potatoes, salad (jack in the box tacos for lunch of course)
wednesday
grilled chicken breasts (grill twice as much as you need), jimmy johns day old bread, zuccini
thursday
take the leftover chicken, add to tossed salad, leftover bread
friday
date night. restaurant.com gift certificate
Back to School Shopping part 5
Office Depot brand folders $.05 (limit 5)
2pk childrens scissors $.25 (limit 3)
Wilson Jones binders $.50 (limit 5)
Office Depot composition books $.50 (limit 3)
free 24pk Crayola Crayons wyb 10pk markers
free Tug backpack with $10 minimum purchase - reg $4.99 (limit 2)
Click HERE to find a store near you.
Shopping List at Target (wk of 8/10)
Air Wick Freshmatic or iMotion Starter Kit, $5.99
-$6/1 or $4/1 in 8/9 Smart Source insert
(or you can use $4/1 here)
=FREE (if you have that $6 off coupon)
Yesterday, I took THIS COUPON (for $1.50 off lady speed stick) & got the $1.99 deodorant for 50 cents!
-$6/1 or $4/1 in 8/9 Smart Source insert
(or you can use $4/1 here)
=FREE (if you have that $6 off coupon)
Yesterday, I took THIS COUPON (for $1.50 off lady speed stick) & got the $1.99 deodorant for 50 cents!
8/9/09
Shopping List at Wags (wk of 8/9)
Bic Round Grip Pens 2/$1
-$1/2 printable HERE
=FREE
Ecotrin $1.99
-$2.25 printable HERE
or -$2/1 from 5/17 SS insert
=FREE
Colgate Total Enamel Strength Toothpaste, $2.99
-$2.99 RR
-$1/1 (7/12 and 7/26 SS) inserts
or printable HERE
=FREE (and then some)
Buy two Band Aid products, $2.99 each
-$4 RR
-$1/1 coupons (6/28 or 8/2 RP inserts) (buy 2, use 2 coupons)
=FREE
Buy Reach floss or Toothbrush or Listerine 500 ml 3/$9 (buy 3)
-$6 RR
-$5/3 coupon from (8/2 SS insert)
=FREE
-$1/2 printable HERE
=FREE
Ecotrin $1.99
-$2.25 printable HERE
or -$2/1 from 5/17 SS insert
=FREE
Colgate Total Enamel Strength Toothpaste, $2.99
-$2.99 RR
-$1/1 (7/12 and 7/26 SS) inserts
or printable HERE
=FREE (and then some)
Buy two Band Aid products, $2.99 each
-$4 RR
-$1/1 coupons (6/28 or 8/2 RP inserts) (buy 2, use 2 coupons)
=FREE
Buy Reach floss or Toothbrush or Listerine 500 ml 3/$9 (buy 3)
-$6 RR
-$5/3 coupon from (8/2 SS insert)
=FREE
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