Herald Leader Column April 2 - 9

Writing this column allows me to share my deals with the public. I know the public has many deals that they could share with me. Every third Tuesday starting April 21, Join me, The Fru-Gal at The Ronald McDonald House 1300 Sports Center Drive, Lexington from 6:00 to 7:00 for an informative group discussion on couponing, budgeting, rebating and lots more. The only thing I ask for admission is an item from the Ronald McDonald House wishlist found on www.rmhclexington.com (go to how to help tab). This will be a great way to learn and save but also help a charity. Attendance is limited call Travis Goodyear at 268-4486 for registration.

One fact that we all know is that our children learn from what they see. I say that in reference of couponing, budgeting and fiscal responsibility. The next generation needs to have this information. How can you teach them if you can’t do it for yourself? Here is a start. The Carnegie Center and Republic Bank are offering a series of FREE workshops on Financial Literacy. If you need help creating a budget to fit your current lifestyle while saving money for the future attend the Basic Banking and Budgeting class get tips and tricks on April 9 at 6:00 – 7:15. Here is the class that I love, Financial Literacy for Teens. They will learn basic financial management skills essential to a successful future and financial independence. The class is on Thursday, April 16 at 6:00. If as usual your teen doesn’t think this is important make it a fun evening of dinner and a class. The class is geared towards ages 14 – 18 and their parents. Yes, you might learn a thing or two.

Two additional classes offered in the workshop series:

Reading and Maintaining your Credit Report
Thursday, April 23 6:00
Do you ever wonder what your credit score really means? What types of transactions affect your score? What can you do to ensure your credit is safe?

How to Qualify for an Affordable Home Mortgage
Thursday, April 30 6:00
Hoping to purchase your first home, refinancing or simply planning for the future? Learn about the things lenders look at, such as credit reports, income and debt ratios, as well as the costs of buying a home – down payment options and closing costs.

For more information on all the above classes call The Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning, 251 West Second Street 859- 254-4175
Free parking locations are available online at www.carnegieliteracy.org

Let Celebrate Baseball!

Opening Day Fanfest
Saturday, April 4, 11 am – 2 pm at Meijers
351 Meijer Way
2155 Paul Jones Way

Free Samples
Free Baseball Starter Kit
Free Giveaways
Baseball Fun

One of my favorite events is going to the Legends games. It is a great inexpensive family outing. Opening Day is April 13th. It will be a fun filled night.
There are many great promotions throughout the Legends season. Here are just a few to start with. Every Monday is Kids Eat Free. Bring the kids, they get to eat FREE! All kids 12 and under will receive a voucher for a free hotdog, chips and a drink. After many of the weekend games there is an incredible fireworks show. There will be two Bark in the Park nights this season. You can bring your dog to the stadium to watch the game with you and go home with plenty of treats for your dog. Dora the Explorer will be also be visiting this season. To see all the great promotions just view online. http://lexington.legends.milb.com/promotions/index.jsp?sid=t495

Download The Backyard Guide to Nature brought to you by Back to Nature and The Nature Conservancy. With page after page of easy-to-do outdoor activities- and those extra hours of sunlight this spring-you’ll be inspired to fit more of what nature has to offer into your busy schedule.
http://www.backtonaturefoods.com/backyard-guide.aspx

When you go to the store, look for Kentucky State Park lodging coupons on select Pepsi products. The coupon will enable you to purchase one Kentucky State Park Lodge Room and receive the second night FREE. It may be redeemed during the following timeframes: April 1 – June 30, 2009 or August 1 – December 17, 2009. The second night stay must be taken during the same visit. For more information go online http://parks.ky.gov/promotions/pepsi.htm

You also can download Spring Fling Value Rates $50 coupon. Stay in a Blue Licks Battlefield, Buckhorn Lake, Carter Caves, Greenbo Lake, Jenny Wiley, Kenlake, Pennyrile Forest, or Rough River Dam State Resort Park lodge room for $50/night with coupon. Good Sunday through Thursday, March 1 – May 21,2009
http://parks.ky.gov/NR/rdonlyres/EBE4945B-B168-4060-B350-FFC42BD3EB62/0/50bucksspringwebcoupon09.jp

Funday at Walgreens April 4, 10 am to 5 pm.
Have your picture taken in front of a white backdrop. Then they will place it on your choice of backgrounds, including an Easter egg, tourist spots, billboards and more! Regular price for this picture is $7.99 on April 4 use the coupon in the weekly flyer to get 50% off along with a free gift.

Make your own Easter Basket at McDonald’s on 2321 Versailles Rd.
April 6 from 5:00 to 7:30pm children 12 and under can make an Easter Basket for FREE. One per child get there early so they don’t run out.