Friday, April 30, 2010

New Old El Paso Coupon + Print Those April Coupons!

Wow, can you believe April is over? I almost forgot to remind you all to print your Coupons.com coupons! There are several still worth printing if you haven't printed them yet, including a NEW .60/2 Old El Paso products coupon! Be sure to print 2 of each coupon you'll use!


This will pair perfectly with the catalina deal running at all 3 of our local stores through 5/18: Buy 3 participating Old El Paso Products, get $1 catalina coupon back at checkout, buy 6 get $3 catalina coupon (good on your next order).

Deal Scenario:
Buy 6 Old El Paso Taco Seasoning Mixes, priced .67-.79 at all of our stores
Use 3 .60/2 printable coupons here (will double to $1 each)
Pay $1.02-$1.74, get a $3 Catalina back! Even if you have 2 coupons, pay only $2.02-$2.74 and get a $3 coupon back!

Use these coupons on the other Old El Paso items that qualify for the catalina promotion and are on sale to score other great deals as well!

These Old El Paso product sale prices are only good through Saturday at Cashwise and Sunmart, but extend through Tuesday at Hornbacher's!

While you're at it, be sure to check Smartsource.com and RedPlum.com, as their coupons tend to reset at the end of the month as well.

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Aveda Stimulus Package - FREE at Participating Salons!


I'm so excited about this freebie! Are you ready for a little free pampering?

First, head over here to print a coupon for an Aveda Stimulus Package that many Aveda salons are offering. The free offer includes:

* a free five-minute stress-relieving neck and shoulder massage
* a free Stress-Relieving Hand Ritual
* a free makeup Finishing Touch
* a free Aroma Sensory Journey
* a free cup of Aveda’s (very tasty) Comforting Tea
* a free "lavishly sized" sample of Aveda Hand Relief cream

There are several salons in the Fargo Moorhead area that are participating. To find yours, go here.

This is such a fun freebie, and the coupon doesn't expire til June 30th! Print it now, as it may not be available to print for long.

For more info, check out the details here. There is no purchase necessary, but they do recommend making an appointment to use your coupon.

Go get massaged! :)

Watch Food Inc for FREE Tonight Only!


Have you heard of the movie Food Inc? If you've been curious to watch it, or if you'd like to see it again, today is your day! It's streaming for FREE here through midnight tonight! 

I love documentaries, and this one was right up my alley. It is a movie about where our "food" comes from, how it is produced and what it's really made of. I'd highly recommend watching even part of it tonight if you're able!

For more info on the movie, head over here.

Thanks, Coupon Pro!

Monday, April 26, 2010

FREE Pretzel Day - Today at Pretzel Maker!


Yup, you heard right, today is FREE Pretzel Day at Pretzel Maker in the mall! I checked the list of participating stores, and the West Acres Mall store is on the list -yeah! You can choose to sing for your pretzel or just ask for it. Umm, yeah. I'll just be asking for it.

Thanks, Brandi for mentioning this on FM Cheapskate's facebook page!

Cashwise Deals 4/25-5/1

Fresh Strawberries (1 lb) FREE with in-store coupon and $25 purchase!

Food Club Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, 2.5 lb bag $3.98

Cantaloupe .48/lb


Hunts Spaghetti Sauce .68 with Cashwise coupon here (Limit 2)

Food Club OJ, 128 oz Regular or Calcium $2.98 with Cashwise coupon here (Limit 2)

Ken Davis BBQ Sauce, 17 oz Original .78 with Cashwise coupon here (Limit 2)


Old Orchard Frozen Juice $1
Use the $1/4 coupon here
Final price: .75 each when you buy 4!

Cashwise Hamburger and Hot Dog Buns .98

Celery .98

Red, Green Leaf or Romaine Lettuce $1.24 each

Sara Lee Bread, 20 oz Wheat or Whole Grain White $1.98

Use the .55 coupon from several weeks ago (will double to $1 - expires 4/30!)
Final price: .98!

Old El Paso Taco Seasoning 3/$2
New Catalina promotion, buy 3 participating Old El Paso products, get $1 coupon back at checkout, buy 6 and get $3 back
Buy 6 taco seasonings at $4, get $3 back!
Final price: $1 for 6 or .17 each!

Ronzoni Smart Taste Pasta $1.59
Use the .75 coupon here (will double to $1)
Final price: .59!

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Truckload Sale - Prices good through May 15

Bush's Baked Beans $1.68

Kraft Mac and Cheese .68

Cameron's Breakfast Blend Coffee, 12 oz $3.98

Hormel Compleats, select varieties $1.67

Keep your eyes peeled for $1 blinkie coupons
Final price: .67

Food Club Purple Grape Juice, 64 oz $1.67

Valu Time Paper Plates, 100 ct .96

Food Club Plastic Cups, 20 ct .96


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Ongoing Deals

Barilla Whole Grain Pasta $1.43 (regular price)
Use the .55 coupon from the 3/7 SS (doubles to $1-expires 5/2)
Final price: .43

French's Yellow Mustard, 8 oz $1.43 (regular price)
Use the .50 coupon from the 3/21 SS (doubles to $1)
Final price: .43

No Yolk Noodles $1.95
Use the .75 coupon here (doubles to $1)
Pay only .95, then submit for the rebate from the 2/21 SS to receive $1.95 back.
Money maker even after the cost of the stamp!

Silk Soy Milk (64 oz) - $2.88 (through 4/30)
Use $1 coupon from the 2/21 SmartSource Insert or the .75 printable coupon here
Final price: $1.88 after coupon

Sunmart Deals 4/25-5/1


Don't forget to check out Our Family Coupons over here before you shop.

Also, Nash Brothers coupons are now in the same format. Check them out here.

93% Lean Ground Beef (Sold in a 10 lb chub) $1.97/lb

Boneless Chicken Breast $1.97/lb

Pork Sirloin Roast or Chops $1.97/lb

Farmland Ham $1.47/lb

Milford Valley Entrees .97 each

Use the .50 coupon here (Click "Promotions" to find the coupon - will double to $1)
Final price: FREE!

Red Seedless Grapes $1.47/lb

Wheaties Fuel, Wheaties, Multigrain Cheerios, Reese's Puffs, Cap'n Crunch and Life cereals $1.97

Use the .75/1 Wheaties Fuel coupon here and here
Final price: .97!

Our Family Ice Cream Half Gallons $1.87

Strawberries, 2 lb $3.99

Our Family Mac N Cheese .39


Our Family Laundry Detergent, 50 oz $1.99
Use the $1 coupon here
Final price: .99!

93% Lean Ground Beef, sold in 10 lb chubs $1.97/lb

Our Family Tortilla Chips $1.50

Fresh Cilantro .69/bunch

Avocado .99

Country Crock Churned Style $2

Use the .50 coupon from the 3/7 RP (will double to $1) or the .40 coupon here (will double to .80)
Final price: As low as $1

New Catalina Promotion through 5/16, buy 3 participating Old El Paso products, get $1 Catalina coupon at checkout, buy 6, get $3
I don't see any great deals with this, but Old El Paso products are on sale this week. If you know of any coupons that could sweeten the deal, let us know!

Nash Brothers Canned Beans $1.19
Use the .50 coupon here (doubles to $1)
Final price: .19!

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Ongoing Deals

Mom's Best Naturals Oatmeal $1.13 (Regular Price)
Use the .75 coupon here (doubles to $1)
Final price: .13!

Barilla Picollini Pasta $1.23 (Regular Price)
Use the .55 coupon from the 3/7 SS (Doubles to $1 - Expires 5/2)
Final price: .23!

Franks Hot Sauce, 4 oz $1.23
Use the FREE bottle coupon from the 3/7 RP (Expires 4/30)
Final price: FREE!

Sunday, April 25, 2010

Hornbacher's Deals 4/21-4/27


Hornbacher's doubles coupons every day at all locations. Coupons less than .50 double their face value automatically. Coupons with a face value from .50-.99 double to be worth $1, and coupons with a face value higher than $1 are accepted at face value.

Farm Fresh Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast $1.98/lb

Asparagus $1.68/lb

Contadina Tomato Paste, 6 oz .58

Use the .75/3 coupon here (doubles to $1)
Final price: .74 for all 3

Wheatable Crackers $2.50
Use the $1.50 coupon here
Final price: $1

Stayfree Pads $2.98
Use the $2 coupon from the 3/28 RP
Final price: $1

Whole Seedless Watermelon $4.48

Green Onion .50 each

Roma Tomatoes .98/lb


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Ongoing Hornbacher's Deals

Barilla Piccolini Pasta $1.49
Use the .55 coupon from the 3/7 SS (expires 5/2)
Final price: .49!

Barilla Whole Grain Pasta $1.49
Use the .55 coupon from the 3/7 SS (expires 5/2)
Final price: .49!

Friday, April 23, 2010

$10 off $10 purchase at Aero - This Weekend Only

Head on over here to print coupon from Aero's website for $10 off a $10 purchase at Aeropostale, this weekend in-store only April 23-25. I'm thinking this could make for some inexpensive item of clothing or accessory!

Thanks getcha coup on!

FREE Admission at Red River Zoo this Saturday!


MinnKota Recycling is sponsoring a Party for the Planet at the Red River Zoo in Fargo tomorrow, Saturday April 24th to celebrate Earth Day!  I think this is a great freebie, as Zoo admissions can tend to be pricey.  The Zoo is open tomorrow from 12-4, and there will be free admission and activities, including free tree seedlings!

Visit the Red River Zoo's website here and bring your family out tomorrow!

Thanks, Danielle!

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Hurry to Win a FREE Earthbound Farm Grocery Bag!


Head on over here to take short quiz for a chance to win a sturdy reusable grocery tote from Earthbound Farm.  Click on "Come into the Kitchen" to take the quiz.  I love Earth Day freebies!

$1 VHS Clearance at Moorhead Sunmart

I was at Moorhead Sunmart last night and found a SUPER fun clearance find (if you still have a VHS player)!

There was an entire cart full of classic VHS movies, for $1 each! Now, we still have and use our tape player (I know...) so I picked up Casablanca, a classic. :) There was everything from Star Wars to Jaws. Sounds like they are getting rid of VHS in the rental area.

Most Sunmart locations have a dedicated clearance/mark down area. If you're not sure, just ask!

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Earth Day Deal - $1 Ink Refill at Walgreens!

I was so excited when I saw this Earth Day deal! Thursday only, April 22nd, get an ink cartridge refilled at Walgreens for only $1!

I believe all 3 of our FM locations refill ink, and if you've never refilled ink at Walgreens before, plan to drop it off at the photo location and pick it up after at least an hour (if not longer, since I'm sure they'll be busy!) To be sure your specific cartridge is available, check here.

Coupons are available in the weekly ad, which you can pick up in store or print here. This is a great way to lower your costs for printing coupons!

FREE 7UP with this HOT $1 Coupon!


Get it fast, the $1 7UP coupon is back! It usually runs out of prints very quickly! Remember to print 2 per computer.

2 Liters are on sale this week at Sunmart for .99, so FREE after coupon here!

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Dunn Brothers - BOGO Coupon!


Are you a coffee lover? I've got a coupon for you - but only good through Sunday the 25th. Head over here to print a coupon good at Dunn Bros Coffee for a FREE Iced or Blended Beverage when you buy one!

Just today a friend was raving about the Iced Nirvana, here's my chance to give it a shot!

Thanks, Viet!

Dairy Queen Blizzard Deal!


This week only, through April 25th, Dairy Queen is having a special on Blizzards! Buy One, Get one for only .25! Awesome, I took advantage just today with a friend and our little ones! You don't need a coupon to take advantage of this deal, either.

Love me some Mint Oreo Blizzard! And, thanks to all of you out there that sent this deal to me!

Are you a True Blizzard Fanatic? While you're at it, you might want to head over here to sign up for the Blizzard fan club. Scroll to the bottom of the page to sign up, and receive 6 BOGO Blizzard coupons each year!

Monday, April 19, 2010

Cashwise Deals: 4/18-4/24


Skippy Peanut Butter FREE with $25 Purchase and In-Store Cashwise coupon
You should be able to purchase another at $2.28, and stack the .75/2 Manufacturer's coupon from the 3/28 RP (which will double to $1)
Final price: $1.28 for 2!

Fresh Pineapple $1.96

Gold'n Plump Chicken Fryers, 4.175 lbs $7.88
Use the Cashwise BOGO in-store coupon
And, use 2 .75 coupons here or that were previously available to print on coupons.com (both will double to $1)
Final price: $5.88, only .71/lb

Weight Watchers Entrees $1.68
There are a few coupons available to use.
There are $3/10 coupons here. Also, look for $4/10 peelie coupons on the product. In addition, there is a $1/3 coupon here
And, if the Flatbread varieties are included, you can use the Buy 3, Get 1 FREE coupon or the Buy 5, Get a Breakfast FREE from the 1/10 SS.

Country Hearth 12 Grain Bread $1.48 with Cashwise coupon here (Limit 2)

Food Club Corn Flakes or Crisp Rice .98 with Cashwise coupon here (Limit 3)

Food Club Orange Juice or Juice Blends, 64 oz $1.48 with Cashwise coupon here (Limit 2)

Kemps Half Gallon OJ .97 with Week 8 home mailer coupon (Limit 2)

Bananas .36/lb with with Week 8 home mailer coupon

Food Club Mac and Cheese .36 with Week 8 home mailer coupon (Limit 6)

Jacks Pizzas, Selected varieties $1.97 with Week 8 home mailer coupon (Limit 2)

Lynden Farms Frozen Potatoes $1.48

Food Club Toaster Pastries .98

Roma Tomatoes .98

Fresh Cucumbers .48

Zucchini Squash .88/lb

Healthy Choice Fresh Mixers $2.68
Use the $1 Cashwise In-Store coupon
Stack with the $1 coupon from the 3/28 SS
Final price: .68!

Food Club Apple Juice or Blends, 64 oz $1.48

Classico Alfredo, 4 Cheese or Sundried Tomato Sauce $1.98
Use the $1/2 coupon here
Final price: $1.48 each when you buy 2

Cass Clay Cottage Cheese, 22 oz $1.88

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Truckload Sale - Prices good through May 15

Bush's Baked Beans $1.68

Kraft Mac and Cheese .68

Cameron's Breakfast Blend Coffee, 12 oz $3.98

Hormel Compleats, select varieties $1.67

Keep your eyes peeled for $1 blinkie coupons
Final price: .67

Food Club Purple Grape Juice, 64 oz $1.67

All Detergent, 50 oz $2.68

Use the $2 coupon from the 2/7 RP
Final price: .68!
EDIT: Looks like the $2 coupon is for a larger size. It shouldn't be used on this 50 oz size.

Valu Time Paper Plates, 100 ct .96

Food Club Plastic Cups, 20 ct .96


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Ongoing Deals

Barilla Whole Grain Pasta $1.43 (regular price)
Use the .55 coupon from the 3/7 SS (doubles to $1)
Final price: .43

French's Yellow Mustard, 8 oz $1.43 (regular price)
Use the .50 coupon from the 3/21 SS (doubles to $1)
Final price: .43

Reynolds Recycled Aluminum Foil 50 sq ft $2.63 (through 4/23)
Use the $1.25 coupon from here
Final price: $1.38

No Yolk Noodles $1.95
Use the .75 coupon here (doubles to $1)
Pay only .95, then submit for the rebate from the 2/21 SS to receive $1.95 back.
Money maker even after the cost of the stamp!

Silk Soy Milk (64 oz) - $2.88 (through 4/30)
Use $1 coupon from the 2/21 SmartSource Insert or the .75 printable coupon here
Final price: $1.88 after coupon

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Sunmart Deals 4/18-4/24



Don't forget to check out Our Family Coupons over here before you shop.

Also, Nash Brothers coupons are now in the same format. Check them out here.

I'm totally hooked on Shop Like a Millionaire. Did you know that you don't even have to make a purchase to pick up a game piece? The rules state one per person per day, no purchase necessary. Just stop in and ask for one. Confession: I generally don't leave the house every day or I would stop by just for a game piece! :) Is anyone else playing the game?

On to the deals. Looks like a pretty good week at Sunmart!

Premium California Strawberries $1.69/lb

Tyson Chicken Leg Quarters (Thigh and Drumstick) .39/lb
Sold in 10 lb bags - this is a great price per pound on chicken, no coupon necessary.
Final price: $3.90

Our Family Chunk or Shredded Cheese, 8 oz .99 (Limit 4)

Granny Smith Apples .99/lb

Mangoes .99/lb

Our Family Pomegranate Juice Blends $2.89
Use the $1 coupon here
Final price: $1.89

Hormel Compleats $2
Keep your eyes open for a $1 blinkie coupon (I found these at Kmart)
Final price: $1

Betty Crocker Frosting $1.49, Betty Crocker Cake Mix .99
Use the .50/2 coupon here (will double to $1) or the .75/2 coupon from the 3/28 SS
Final price: $1.48 when you buy 1 of each
or .98 total when you buy two cake mixes
or $1.98 total when you buy two frostings

Another scenario: Buy Frosting alone, use the .40 coupon here and here (will double to .80)
Final price: .69

Cheez It Crackers $1.99
If Duoz or Italian 4 Cheese varieties are included, use the .75 coupons here (doubles to $1)
Final price: $1

Nash Brothers Trading Company Organic Peanut Butter $2.99
Use the $1.50 coupon here
Final price: $1.49!

Nash Brothers Trading Company Organic Ground Coffee, 11 oz $5.99
Use the $2 coupon here
Final price: $3.99!

Our Family Organic Milk, Half Gallon $2.69
Use the $1 coupon here
Final price: $1.69! Wow, a great price for organic milk!

Fisher Sunflower Seeds .99
Use the $1 coupons here or from the 10/4, 11/15, 11/22, 12/6, 12/13, 1/10 and 2/28 SS inserts for any Fisher product 4 oz or larger
Final price: FREE!
Check the Weekly Ad or the shelf to be sure this product is 4 oz or larger, first. I'm fairly sure it is, but the online ad is difficult to read!

McCormick Grill Mates Marinades .99
There was a .50 coupon in some areas in this weekend's paper, but I don't think we got it. Or maybe we did and I'm losing it?
Good thing there's another .50 coupon here (both will double to $1)
Final price: FREE!

YoPlait Greek Yogurt .99
Use the .30 coupons here and here or from the 3/28 SS (will double to .60)
Final price: .39

Old Orchard Frozen Apple or Apple Juice Blends .99
Use the $1/4 coupon here
Final price: .74 each when you buy 4

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Ongoing Deals

Today, Sunday is the last day to get in on the Velveeta cups Catalina deal:
Velveeta Shells and Cheese Cups .99

Catalina deal though 4/18: Buy 2, get .50. Buy 3, get $1. Buy 4 or more, get $1.50
Buy 4, use 2 BOGO coupons here
Pay only $1.98, get $1.50 coupon back at checkout
Only .12 each!

Mom's Best Naturals Oatmeal $1.13 (Regular Price)
Use the .75 coupon here (doubles to $1)
Final price: .13!

Barilla Picollini Pasta $1.23 (Regular Price)
Use the .55 coupon from the 3/7 SS (Doubles to $1 - Expires 5/2)
Final price: .23!

Franks Hot Sauce, 4 oz $1.23
Use the FREE bottle coupon from the 3/7 RP (Expires 4/30)
Final price: FREE!

Saturday, April 17, 2010

Weekend Coupon Preview

Today's Early Edition of the Star Tribune has both a Red Plum and a Smart Source insert!
Thanks, Suzette!

Looks like 2 good sized inserts. For a full preview, head over to Sunday Coupon Preview.

Why does this Cheapskate buy the paper on Saturday? I like to get a deal, even on my coupons! Read more over here.

Friday, April 16, 2010

Hornbacher's Deals 4/14/-4/20

Strawberries $1.88/lb
These are advertised as Driscoll berries (or at least signage in the store said so) but there was another brand on the shelf when I was at Osgood Hornbacher's on Wednesday. I still have 2 .50 Driscoll berries coupons, and they expire at the end of this month, so if you come across Driscoll berries, come back and leave me a comment!

Knorr Rice or Pasta Side Dishes .88
Use the $1/3 coupon here
Final price: .55 each when you buy 3!

Ragu $1.50
Use the in-ad store coupon for $1/2
Final price: $1 each
Does anyone know of any other Ragu coupons out there to stack with this?

Skippy Peanut Butter, 15-16.3 oz $1.50
Use the .75/2 coupon from the 3/28 RP (will double to $1)
Final price: $1 (not the best price I've seen on pb, but I like that Skippy has a 'Natural' pb that is smooth and super yummy!)

Flavorite Applesauce, 25 oz jar, $1.38

Snuggle Fabric Softener, 70 sheets or 32 oz liquid $3.68
Use the $3 coupon from the 3/28 RP
Final price: .68!
Or, get them for FREE at Family Dollar!

Anjou Pears .98/lb

Cucumbers .50


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Ongoing Hornbacher's Deals

Barilla Piccolini Pasta $1.49
Use the .55 coupon from the 3/7 SS (expires 5/2)
Final price: .49!

Barilla Whole Grain Pasta $1.49
Use the .55 coupon from the 3/7 SS (expires 5/2)
Final price: .49!

And, Saturday 4/17, tomorrow is the last day to get in on these Catalina Deals at Hornbacher's:

Catalina Deal: Buy 4 Dole Pineapple Chunks, Tidbits 8 oz, get .50 coupon back
Deal Scenario:
Buy 4 at .89, use 2 .55/2 coupons from the 3/21 SS
Pay only $1.56, get a .50 Catalina coupon back. Only .27 each!

Sometimes my Catalina coupons double as well. So, when I use it, the .50 coupon doubles to $1. If this is the case, the pineapple is nearly FREE after coupons and catalina!

Velveeta Shells and Cheese Cups $1.19
Catalina deal though 4/17: Buy 2, get .50. Buy 3, get $1. Buy 4 or more, get $1.50
Buy 4 at $1.19, use 2 BOGO coupons here
Pay only $2.38, get $1.50 coupon back at checkout
Only .22 each!

Another Catalina Deal: Buy 3 Ziploc, get $2 Catalina Coupon back
Price at Hornbacher's start at $2.09
Buy 3 for $6.18, use 3 .55 coupons here (will double to $1)
Pay only $3.18, get $2 back.
Final price: .40 each!

What other deals did you get at Hornbacher's this week?

Thursday, April 15, 2010

Moorhead Dairy Queen Tax Day Giveaway!



Here's another Tax Day Freebie for ya!

Moorhead Dairy Queen on 8th St and Main Ave is having a Tax Day Sundae Giveaway!

Free sundaes tonight only from 8:30-10:30 PM tonight only.  Head on over tonight and snag one!

Around Town This Weekend for Families

This Saturday, there are a few FREE family events going on around town that I wanted to highlight.



First, the YMCA is hosting a Healthy Kids Day Community Event!

Saturday, April 17
1:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Schlossman YMCA (Y West on 42th St S)
At this free event your family can try the climbing wall, skatepark and XerZone and take part in activities to learn about gardening, farming, bike safety and more! Bring your bike and decorate it for a bike parade at 3:30 p.m.!

For an event schedule and for more info click here.

You can also click here to download a FREE Y Family Pass for use anytime through 4/30! What an awesome offer! With the Y Family Pass, you and your family have access to the XerZones, Family Climb, Family Skate, Family and Open Swim, Open Gym and Family Time in the Playstation!




Secondly, Toy's 'R Us is hosting a Thomas Playdate

Saturday, April 17 from 11am to 1pm at Toys "R" Us in Fargo. A day of fun for children age 3 and up, including Thomas story time, games, trivia, coloring and free gifts.

I haven't been to one of these, so I don't know that the "free gifts" are, but if you have a little on that loves Thomas (like I do!), I'm sure it will be a great time!

Whatever you choose, have a great weekend with your family!

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

FREE Coffee at Starbucks - Tomorrow Only!


Tomorrow, Thursday April 15th, bring in a reusable mug (doesn't have to be a Starbucks Mug) and get a FREE brewed coffee!

Fortunately, we've finished our taxes just in time to get some sleep tonight, but hey - FREE coffee! For more details, head on over here.

Tip: Bring in your reusable mug any day and get .10 off your drink!

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Your Questions, Answered!


I've been at this about 6 months now and it seems like an appropriate time to share a little more about myself. I'm laughing a little, because I intended to do this a long time ago. But, now since this little thing has grown quite a bit and there are so many readers, I thought we could have a little fun with it.

I get lots of questions by emails with questions and I respond to what I can, but I'd love to answer more questions about myself and what I do here at FM Cheapskate.

Have a question about me or what I do? How I shop or anything else? I'm working on a short series of posts about FM Cheapskate and myself and would love to know what you'd like to know more about.

Email me at fmcheapskate (at) gmail.com or use the link in the upper left hand corner of my site. Or, leave a question in the comments. Looking forward to sharing more with you!

~Sheila
FM Cheapskate

Monday, April 12, 2010

Cashwise Deals 4/11-4/17


Oscar Mayer Weiners FREE with $25 purchase and in-store coupon!

Campbell's Chunky Soups $1.18 with Cashwise coupon here (Limit 2)

Pillsbury Brownie Mix .87 with Cashwise coupon here (Limit 2)

Promise, Brummel & Brown Spread, I Can't Believe it's Not Butter 2/$1.96 with Cashwise coupon here (Limit 2)
Stack with the .60/2 I Can't Believe It's Not Butter coupon from the 3/28 RP
Final price: .96 for 2!

Red or Green Seedless Grapes $1.27/lb

Food Club Ice Cream, 48 oz $1.68

Food Club Peanut Butter, 18 oz $1.12

Oscar Mayer Lunchmeats $2.88
Use the $1/2 coupon from the 3/7 SS
Final price: $2.38 each when you buy 2

Gold'n Plump Split Breasts, Drumsticks, Thighs and Wings, 20-24 oz $2
Use the .75 coupon here (doubles to $1) and the $1 coupon here
Final price: $1 each!
This is one of my favorite sales on chicken - only $1! This is a stock up price on chicken for cooking, grilling and much more!

Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing $2.68
Use the $2 Farmhouse Originals coupon from the 3/14 SS
Final price: .68!

Crystal Light, 12 qt canister $2.98
Use the $1 coupon from the 3/21 SS
Final price: $1.98

Idaho Baking Potatoes .36/lb

Naked Juice Smoothies $2.98
Use the $1 coupon here
Final price: $1.98

Food Club Baked Beans, 28 oz $1.28

Fiber One Toaster Pastries $1.88
Use the .55/1 coupon here (doubles to $1)
Final price: .88!

Huggies Jumbo Pack Diapers or Pull-Ups $8.98
Use the $3 coupon here
Final price: $5.98

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Ongoing Deals

Ziploc Evolve - $1.99
Catalina Deal through 4/18: Buy 3, get $2 at checkout
Buy 3 for $5.97, use 3 .55 coupons here (will double to $1)
Pay only $2.97, get $2 back.
Final price: .33 each!

Velveeta Shells and Cheese .98
Catalina deal though 4/18: Buy 2, get .50. Buy 3, get $1. Buy 4 or more, get $1.50
Buy 4 at .98, use 2 BOGO coupons here
Pay only $1.96, get $1.50 coupon back at checkout
Only .12 each!

Barilla Whole Grain Pasta $1.43 (regular price)
Use the .55 coupon from the 3/7 SS (doubles to $1)
Final price: .43

French's Yellow Mustard, 8 oz $1.43 (regular price)
Use the .50 coupon from the 3/21 SS (doubles to $1)
Final price: .43

Reynolds Recycled Aluminum Foil 50 sq ft $2.63 (through 4/23)
Use the $1.25 coupon from here
Final price: $1.38

No Yolk Noodles $1.95
Use the .75 coupon here (doubles to $1)
Pay only .95, then submit for the rebate from the 2/21 SS to receive $1.95 back.
Money maker even after the cost of the stamp!

Silk Soy Milk (64 oz) - $2.88 (through 4/30)
Use $1 coupon from the 2/21 SmartSource Insert or the .75 printable coupon here
Final price: $1.88 after coupon

Sunmart Deals 4/11-4/17


New Our Family coupons: here

New Nash Brothers Trading Company coupons: here


Check them out and print what you think you'll use. They are usually good for about 4 weeks.

Plus, have you played the Shop Like a Millionaire game at Sunmart this week? Each time you go to the store, get a game piece (up to one per day per person - no purchase is necessary). Affix pieces to your game card in groups to win prizes! I love little things that I can cut out and do with my hands (I'm a dork, I know), so this game is kind of exciting. I'd liken it to the McDonald's Monopoly game. I just thought I'd mention it because there are also instant win pieces. For all the details and rules, head over here.

And now, Weekly deals...

Green grapes $1.27/lb

I like to pay about $1/lb or less, but if you're itching for grapes, this is the best price we've seen in several weeks!

Gold'n Plump In-Store Coupon $10 off $25 Purchase
Combine that coupons with the .75 coupon here and the $1 coupon here to get a great deal on chicken. The best way to maximize your savings is to buy many smaller packages and use a $1 coupon on each!

California Pizza Kitchen, DiGiorno for One, and Jack's Pizzas $2
Use the $1 blinkie coupons for California Pizza Kitchen and DiGiorno Small pizzas
Final price: $1 each!

Yoplait Yogurt Cups .40 (Limit 10)
Purchase 6 and use the .50/6 coupon here
Final price: .24 each!

Oscar Mayer Lunchables $1
If the Subs are included, use the $1 coupon from the 3/21 SS
Final price: FREE!

Fresh Leaf Lettuce .99

Red and Golden Delicious Apples .99/lb

Trix, Kix, Honey Nut Cheerios, Multi Grain Cheerios $2
Use the .55 Honey Nut Cheerios coupons here and here (will double to $1 each), the .75 Kix coupons here, here and here (all will double to $1), the $1 Multi-Grain Cheerios coupons here
Final price: $1 each

Peter Pan Peanut Butter $1.89
Use the $1.50/4 coupon here or the $1/4 coupon from the 3/14 SS
Final price: As low as $1.51 each when you buy 4
Save your receipts for the Con Agra $25 Coupon book offer. Spend $10 before 5/30, get $25 in coupons.

Old Orchard Juice Cocktails $1.50
Use the .50 coupons here (will double to $1)
Final price: .50 each!

Crystal Light, Select 8 qt or 10 ct On the Go Mixes $2
Use the $1 coupons from the 3/21 SS
Final price: $1 each!

New York Garlic Toast $2
Use the .50 coupons from the February issue of All You Magazine or the .40 coupon from the 3/14 SS
Final price: As low as $1

Reames Frozen Egg Noodles, 12 oz $2
Use the .50/1 coupon from the 3/7 SS (will double to $1)
Final price: $1!

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Ongoing Deals

Buy 3 Ziploc Evolve, use 3 .55 coupons here (will double to $1)
Get $2 coupon back at checkout. Final price: ?

Fisher Sunflower Seed bags $1.23
Use any of the many $1 coupons good on any Fisher Product 4 oz or larger.
Final price: .23!

Mom's Best Naturals Oatmeal $1.13 (Regular Price)
Use the .75 coupon here (doubles to $1)
Final price: .13!

Barilla Picollini Pasta $1.23 (Regular Price)
Use the .55 coupon from the 3/7 SS (Doubles to $1 - Expires 5/2)
Final price: .23!

Franks Hot Sauce, 4 oz $1.23
Use the FREE bottle coupon from the 3/7 RP (Expires 4/30)
Final price: FREE!

Sunday, April 11, 2010

Hornbacher's Deal 4/7-4/13

Here are the Hornbacher's Deals that I see good through Tuesday

Hornbacher's Vanilla or New York Vanilla Ice Cream, 5 qt pail $3.88

Select Post Cereal $2

Use the $2 coupon when you register here or the $1/2 coupon from the 2/28 and 3/14 SS
Final price: as low as FREE!

Flavorite Chunk or Shredded Cheese, 8 oz $1.38
Not a stock up price, but a good price if you need cheese!

Oranges .68/lb

General Mills Cereals (Honey Nut Cheerios, Lucky Charms, Reese's Puffs, Cocoa Puffs, Cinnamon Toast Crunch) $2.48
If you were planning on buying OJ anyway, you can get an ok deal on cereal and some FREE OJ!
Use the .55 Honey Nut Cheerios and Lucky Charms coupons here or here (will double to $1 each)
Use the $3 coupon on OJ (Simply Orange would be free since it's only $2.98!)
Final price: $1.48 for the 4 cereals, plus FREE OJ!

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Ongoing Deals

Barilla Piccolini Pasta $1.49
Use the .55 coupon from the 3/7 SS (expires 5/2)
Final price: .49!

Barilla Whole Grain Pasta $1.49
Use the .55 coupon from the 3/7 SS (expires 5/2)
Final price: .49!

Catalina Deal: Buy 4 Dole Pineapple Chunks, Tidbits 8 oz, get .50 coupon back

Deal Scenario:
Buy 4 at .89, use 2 .55/2 coupons from the 3/21 SS
Pay only $1.56, get a .50 Catalina coupon back. Only .27 each!

Sometimes my Catalina coupons double as well. So, when I use it, the .50 coupon doubles to $1. If this is the case, the pineapple is nearly FREE with the regular priced pineapple!

Velveeta Shells and Cheese Cups $1.19
Catalina deal though 4/18: Buy 2, get .50. Buy 3, get $1. Buy 4 or more, get $1.50
Buy 4 at $1.19, use 2 BOGO coupons here
Pay only $2.38, get $1.50 coupon back at checkout
Only .22 each!

Another Catalina Deal: Buy 3 Ziploc, get $2 Catalina Coupon back
Price at Hornbacher's start at $2.09
Buy 3 for $6.18, use 3 .55 coupons here (will double to $1)
Pay only $3.18, get $2 back.
Final price: .40 each!

Did you find any other great deals at Hornbacher's this week? Let us know in the comments!

Saturday, April 10, 2010

Weekend Coupon Preview

Look for 2 inserts, a Smart Source and a Red Plum, in this weekend's paper. I've been out already and found both in my Saturday Star Tribune! (They're nice and big inserts, too!) For a full preview of the coupons, head on over to Sunday Coupon Preview.

Read more about why and when to buy the paper in our area here

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Cereal Haulin'

This is one of those days when "Show and Tell" is appropriate, I think.

I don't know why it took me three days to figure out that Corn Flakes and Raisin Bran were both large enough to qualify for the Kellogg's milk Catalina that is still running through Saturday.

I bought 4 Raisin Bran and 3 Corn Flakes. 2 cereals were .97, the others were $1.47, for a total of $9.29.

I used 2 $1/2 Raisin Bran coupons and a $1.50/2 Corn Flakes coupon, all from the 3/28 RP.

Received: 3 coupons for FREE Gallon of Milk. That’s money!

Final price: $5.79 for 7 cereals, 3 gallons of milk and 3 super cute reusable bags!

Now that's what I've heard called a "perfect storm" when it comes to couponing.  An awesome sale price, high value coupons, a matching catalina deal and freebies thrown in!

So here's another deal scenario for ya:

Purchase 7 Corm Flakes for a total of $9.29
Use 3 $1.50/2 Corn Flakes coupons from the 3/28 RP
Final price: $4.79 for 7 cereals, 3 cool bags and 3 coupons for FREE milk gallons!

More Sunmart Deals!

When you buy 2 Kellogg's cereals, get a FREE Retro Kellogg's reuasable bag
These are stacked by the registers and are only while supplies last! For more on the Kellogg's cereal deal, see the full Sunmart deals list here.

Hillshire Farms Turkey Lil' Smokies .99

Also, the 25th St Sunmart in Fargo had 4% Cottage Cheese marked at only .99! I couldn't tell if this was a markdown just for this store, or if it's a price that is good at all stores. Using the .50 coupons here I was able to pick up 4 of these for FREE! If you're planning on heading out to Sunmart, you might print these just in case your store has them marked at .99 as well!

Now, does anyone have a recipe they'd recommend that includes cottage cheese (besides lasagna?) I'm thinking I'll need to make a few freezer meals to use it up before it's date... :)

Monday, April 5, 2010

Cashwise Deals 4/4-4/10

Kellogg's Pop Tarts, 12 ct box FREE with coupon and $25 purchase

Fresh Strawberries $1.28


Crest Toothpaste (6.4 oz) - $1 (Limit 2)
Use the printable Cashwise Coupon to make each tube $0.78
Also use .75 coupon from the 3/7 P&G Insert or .50 coupon from the 3/21 RedPlum Insert
Final price: FREE!

Food Club Ketchup - $.66 with Weekly Home Mailer Coupon (Limit 2)

CashWise Hot Dog Buns - $0.77 with Weekly Home Mailer Coupon (Limit 2)

Quaker Chewy Bars $1.80
Use $3 Cashwise In-store coupon when you buy 5
Use 2 $0.75/2 coupons from the 2/14 Red Plum Insert
Final price: .80 each after coupons when you buy 5!

Empire Apples (3 lb) - $1.97

Fresh Green Leaf, Red Leaf or Romaine Lettuce $1.36 each

Mango .88 each


Gold'n Plump Chicken Thighs or Drums Family Pack, 3.5 lb $4
Use the .75 coupon here (doubles to $1) or the $1 coupon here
Final price: $3

Bush's Baked Beans $1.68

Pillsbury Cake Mix .88

General Mills Cereals 4/$9.88, plus use in-ad Cashwise coupon for $3 off Produce

Use 4 .55 Honey Nut Cheerios or .55 Lucky Charms coupons here and here
If you're already planning on buying $3 worth of produce, your final price will be only $5.88 for the produce and 4 cereals!

Gold'n Plump Rotisserie Chicken $5
Use the $1 coupon here
Final price: $4!

Head and Shoulders $3.88
Use the B1G1 coupon from the 4/4 PG and the $1 coupon from the 3/7 PG (for the one you're not getting free)
Final price: $1.44 each

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Ongoing Cashwise Deals

Ziploc Evolve - $1.99
Catalina Deal through 4/18: Buy 3, get $2 at checkout
Buy 3 for $5.97, use 3 .55 coupons here (will double to $1)
Pay only $2.97, get $2 back.
Final price: .33 each!

Velveeta Shells and Cheese .98
Catalina deal though 4/18: Buy 2, get .50. Buy 3, get $1. Buy 4 or more, get $1.50
Buy 4 at .98, use 2 BOGO coupons here
Pay only $1.96, get $1.50 coupon back at checkout
Only .12 each!

Barilla Whole Grain Pasta $1.43 (regular price)
Use the .55 coupon from the 3/7 SS (doubles to $1)
Final price: .43

French's Yellow Mustard, 8 oz $1.43 (regular price)
Use the .50 coupon from the 3/21 SS (doubles to $1)
Final price: .43

Reynolds Recycled Aluminum Foil 50 sq ft $2.63 (through 4/23)
Use the $1.25 coupon from here
Final price: $1.38

No Yolk Noodles $1.95
Use the .75 coupon here (doubles to $1)
Pay only .95, then submit for the rebate from the 2/21 SS to receive $1.95 back.
Money maker even after the cost of the stamp!

Silk Soy Milk (64 oz) - $2.88 (through 4/30)
Use $1 coupon from the 2/21 SmartSource Insert or the .75 printable coupon here
Final price: $1.88 after coupon

Paseo Paper Towels (6 pack) – $2.94

Paseo Bath Tissue (12 rolls) – $3.88

New Ziploc Coupon for Catalina!

Head on over here to print a coupon for .55 off any Ziploc Evolve.

This will go PERFECTLY with the Catalina deal running at all 3 local grocery stores: Buy 3 Ziploc products, get a $2 Catalina (through 4/18 at Cashwise and Sunmart, through 4/17 at Hornbacher's)

The best scenario would be to use these coupons at Cashwise, where Evolve bags start at $1.99.
Buy 3 for $5.97, use 3 .55 coupons here (will double to $1)
Pay only $2.97, get $2 back.
Final price: .33 each!

At Hornbacher's, I believe these start at $2.09 and I don't know the price at Sunmart.

Sunmart Deals 4/4-4/10

Don't forget to head over here to view and print Our Family Coupons before you shop!

Select Kellogg's Cereals and Pop Tarts (8 ct) - $0.97 (Limit 2, additional $1.47)
A great price without coupons, but there are a few to use to make the deal even better!
Use the $1/2 Rice Krispies blinkie coupon, the $1.50/2 Raisin Bran printable coupon here

EDIT: There are also $1.50/2 Corn Flakes 10+ oz and a $1/2 Raisin Bran 11.4 + oz coupons from the 3/28 RP that will work for this! Thanks, Suzette!

Final price: As low .22 each, plus get a FREE Retro Kellogg's Reusable bag while supplies last!
Most of these are too small to qualify for the Kellogg's Catalina I mentioned here. For that Catalina deal, I believe the cereals need to be 10+ oz.

Premium Boneless Pork Chops, 3.14 lb (10 chops) $10
I always mention this sale, not necessarily because it is a great price on pork chops (more then $3/lb), but because this is a great week to shop the "reduced for quick sale" section at your Sunmart store. This meat does need to be used within a few days or frozen for later use. However, this is one of my best tips for getting a great price on meat. When these econopacks of pork chops go on sale 10/10, you can often find the 10 packs for as little as $6 (less than $2/lb) in the reduced meat section!

Our Family Cottage Cheese (24 oz) - $2.49
Use .50 printable coupon
$1.49 after coupon

Red Delicious Apples (5 lb bag) - $3.33

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Friday-Saturday 2 Day Sale!

Gold'n Plump Whole Fryers, 56 oz $3.88
I believe these are part of the All-Natural line. If so, use the .75 coupon here or here
Final price: $2.88!

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Ongoing Sunmart Deals

Dannon Activia and DanActive $2 (through 4/11)
Use the $1 coupons from the 2/28 and 3/28 SS
Final price: $1

Dreamfields Pasta $1.99 (through 4/11)
Use the $1 coupon from the 1/17 SS, here or here
Final price: .99

Cascade Gel or Powder, 45 oz $3.09 (through 4/11)
Use the .50 coupon from the 4/4 PG (doubles to $1)
Final price: $2.09

Our Family Cream Cheese .99 (through 4/13)
Use the .50 coupon here (Doubles to $1)
Final price: FREE!

Mom's Best Naturals Oatmeal $1.13 (Regular Price)
Previously, I had noted this at $1.23
Use the .75 coupon here (doubles to $1)
Final price: .13!

Barilla Picollini Pasta $1.23 (Regular Price)
Use the .55 coupon from the 3/7 SS (Doubles to $1)
Final price: .23!

Our Family Applesauce, 50 oz jar $2.33 (Regular price)
Use the .75 coupon here (Doubles to $1)
Final price: $1.33!

Fisher Sunflower Seed bags $1.23
Use any of the many $1 coupons good on any Fisher Product 4 oz or larger.
Final price: .23!

Franks Hot Sauce, 4 oz $1.23
Use the .50 coupon from the 1/24 coupon inserts (will double to $1) - Expires 3/31
Or the FREE bottle coupon from the 3/7 RP (Sunmart carries the 4 oz size, which is FREE with the coupon. I haven't seen this size in other stores.)
Final price: .23-FREE!

$1 off any Nash Brother's Trading Company Product coupons available throughout the store or here.
This coupon states 1 per customer per visit, so I usually print several at a time, then just use 1 each time I go to Sunmart.

EDIT: Nash Brother's coupon is down, but has been replaced with several coupons here, which expire 4/17 from what I can tell.

Saturday, April 3, 2010

Weekend Coupon Preview

Usually on a holiday weekend we don't see any inserts, but Sunday Coupon Preview has a P&G insert listed. This doesn't surprise me, as P&G are a little different than the rest of the inserts. Has anyone out there has gotten a Star Tribune or a Forum today? I'm curious whether we got it or not...

Head on over here for the full preview!

Let us know if you found inserts in today's paper or not! And, remember, in our area, this Cheapskate recommends buying the Star Tribune.

Hornbacher's Deals 3/31-4/6

Whole or Half Smoked Ham $1.38

Spiral Cut Ham $1.88/lb

Strawberries $1.78/lb

Kraft Chunk, Crumble or Shredded Cheese (5-8 oz) $1.48

Use the $1/2 blinkie coupons from the diary aisles in several local stores
Final price: .98 each when you buy 2!

Velveeta Shells and Cheese Cups .78
Catalina deal though 4/18: Buy 2, get .50. Buy 3, get $1. Buy 4 or more, get $1.50
Buy 4 at .78, use 2 BOGO coupons here
Pay only $1.56, get $1.50 coupon back at checkout
Only .06 for all 4!

Marshmallows .88

Gold Medal Flour (AP, Self-Rising, and Bread Flour) $1.48

McCormick Food Coloring, 4 pack $2.98

Use the $1 coupon from here or the 3/14 RP
Final price: $1.98

Hunt's Tomato Sauce 3/$1
Purchase 5 and use the $1/5 coupon from the from the Con Agra $17 coupon Booklet. Want one? Request it here,
Final price: .14 each when you buy 5

Bush's Baked Beans $1.68

Wesson Oil $2.68

Use the $1 coupon from the Con Agra $17 coupon Booklet. Want one? Request it here
Final price: $1.68

Betty Crocker Specialty Potatoes .98
Use the .40 coupons here, here (will double to .80) or the .25 coupons from the 3/28 SS (will double to .50)
Final price: .20-.50

Reddi Whip $1.78
Use the .50 coupon from the 3/28 SS (will double to $1)
Final price: .78!

Cass Clay Butter, 1 lb 1.88

Old Orchard Frozen Orange Juice $.98

Use the $1/4 coupons here and here
Final price: .73 each when you buy 4!

Asparagus $1.98/lb

Celery .98

Green Onions .50

Kmart Super Doubles Event - Starts Tomorrow


Kmart is hosting a Super Doubles Event starting tomorrow, Sunday, April 4th!

Since I don't normally post about the large chain stores here, I'm going to give you the basics of the Doubles Event and pass you along to My Frugal Adventures for the coupon match-ups.

If you've never doubled coupons at Kmart, here are the basics:

Kmart will double coupons with a face value up to $2
That means a $1 coupon will double to $2, and a $2 coupon will double to $4. If you have a $3 coupon, it will not double. Note: if you have a $2 coupon and the item costs $3.59, your coupon will only double to the price of the item, in my experience.

Doubles Event runs from April 4-10
Kmart is notorious for not advertising Doubles Events, but both Fargo and Moorhead stores are participating. To see if your store is participating, check here.

The first 5 coupons you use with your Shop Your Way card will double
It appears that Kmart is limiting you to 5 coupons per day. You can use more, but only the first 5 will double. If you don't yet have a Shop Your Way card, you can sign up in-store. They'll give you your card on the spot.

Plan Ahead and Shop Early
In my experience, Kmart does not restock during the week. If there is something you're after, go with coupons in hand and shop early. I'm not sure why this Doubles Event starts on Easter Day, but stores will be open, apparently.

And now, for the coupon match-ups. Head on over here where My Frugal Adventures has posted a deal list.

Edit: Hip2Save now has a deal list posted over here as well!

And, my best advice for Kmart is be patient and flexible. Hope you all find some great deals!

Friday, April 2, 2010

Online Resources for Grocery Pricing!





Two of the most helpful resources for me in trying to compile our local grocery deals are Hornbacher's Online Shopping site and CashWise Delivers, CashWise's online shopping site.


Both of these sites allow you to search for items throughout the store and give you prices, show what varieties are on sale, etc.  How great is that?!

Now if only Sunmart would get onboard...  :)

Thursday, April 1, 2010

Cheap Eggs at Walgreens!

Wowzers! Has anyone noticed the price of a dozen eggs at Walgreen's this week? Eggs are only .59/dozen this week at Fargo and Moorhead Walgreen's locations! Limit 2.

Maybe it's because Easter is coming up? Regardless of the reason, we had breakfast for dinner last night and probably will again soon. This is a great way to make an inexpensive meal!

National Park Week - FREE Admission and More!


I've heard of this before, but never far enough in advance to make plans to visit. Every year, the National Park Service hosts National Park Week, an event where many National Parks offer FREE Admission and more! This year's National Park Week is April 17-25, 2010

To learn more about events at parks in our area, go here and search by state.

Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota is hosting a Junior Ranger Day, which looks like it could be lots of fun for the little ones!

Thanks, Bargain Central!

New April Coupons!

It's April! Coupons.com has released several new coupons! 
 

I'd recommend printing any that you're interested in - often the good ones won't last!

I printed:

.75 Gold'n Plump Chicken
.50 Green Giant Steamers
.55 Honey Nut Cheerios
.50 Old Orchard Juice
.40 Betty Crocker Potatoes
.30 Yoplait Greek Yogurt

There are still several coupons that haven't reset for me, like the $3 Huggies coupon. Guess we'll have to wait and see...

Remember you can print 2 of each, even though they often change pages after you print them. Head on over here to print them!

Free Butterfinger Bar - First 100,000 Only



I love FREE item coupons!

Head on over here to become a fan of Butterfinger on Facebook and be able to request a coupon for a FREE Butterfinger!