Column April 15

I want to thank everyone who writes to me saying that they love my column. People tell me how I am making their life easier and more affordable. I have had comments from people that it is like Christmas everyday because they are receiving so many freebies in their mailbox. I can’t stress enough how my advice can save you hundreds of dollars. If you are a new reader please go to www.bluegrassmoms.com or www.fru-gal-friends.com to read past columns. Much of the information is timeless that can be used over again. It is very gratifying to be able to help people save money. Thank You again for all your wonderful comments and tips that you send to me.

TAX DAY DEALS

Whole Foods at Lexington Green is giving you some goodies during Tax Week April 11th – 17th I have listed some of their specials but there is many more in store.
6” Money Trees for $9.99 they are special trees that provide good luck and fortune.
Rotisserie Chicken Dinner for 4 just $10.40.
It comes with whole rotisserie chicken, creamy mashed potatoes and veggies

Visit P.F. Chang’s on April 15th and receive 15% off your food purchases
http://www.pfchangs.com/index.aspx

Get two free cupcake bites at Cinnabon on Tax Day from 6pm to 8pm
http://www.cinnabon.com/home.html


FREEBIES
Become a facebook fan of Kraft Macaroni and Cheese and receive a coupon for FREE box of Macaroni and Cheese
http://www.facebook.com/kraftmacaroniandcheese?v=wall

Kandoo would like to give you a gift of six songs and a dance video for your child.
http://www.pamperskandoo.com/Special-Offers.aspx

Get a bottle of EAS nutritional drink
http://eas.com/pro-science/freesample.aspx

Get a free reusable tote bag from Babies R Us also receive an extra 25% off all the clothing and shoes you can fit in the reusable tote.
http://trus.imageg.net/graphics/media/trus/040910_Facebook_FillABag_cpn.pdf

Receive a free video from The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia that explains the workings of the Federal Reserve System.
http://www.philadelphiafed.org/publications/order-form/fed-today.cfm

On April 15th bring a reusable travel mug into your local Starbucks and get a free brewed coffee.

Get a free reusable shopping bag when you submit a design for a reusable bag at Krogers.com. They will load the free bag credit on to your Kroger Card.
http://www.designareusablebag.com/about-contest/

Benjamin Moore is offering one free pint sample with coupon.
http://www.benjaminmoore.com/bmpsweb/portals/bmps.portal?_nfpb=true&_windowLabel=FooterContentRenderer_1_4&FooterContentRenderer_1_4_actionOverride=%2Fbm%2Fcms%2FContentRenderer%2FrenderContent&FooterContentRenderer_1_4cnp=public_site%2Farticles%2Ffooter%2Ffoot_press_releases&FooterContentRenderer_1_4np=public_site%2Farticles%2Fpromotions%2Fpromo_southeastaura_retailers&_pageLabel=fh_footer_hiddenPage#

Operation Hi Moms from Canvas on Demand is awarding hundreds of deployed men and women a free fine art canvas, printed from a favorite photo which will be presented to their moms on Mother’s Day.
http://cool.canvasondemand.com/category/operation-hi-mom-honey/operation-hi-honey/

Get a free 8x10 or 11x13 portrait at Picture People along with 25% off your total purchase
http://www.picturepeople.com/promotion/email/Spring_2010/spring1_landing2.html

Become a fan of No nonsense on facebook and get a free pair of breathable socks. They are giving away 100 free pairs everyday until May 18.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/No-nonsense/105462225848?v=app_4949752878#%21/pages/No-nonsense/105462225848?v=app_4949752878

Sign up for the TCBY newsletter and they will email you a coupon for a free waffle cone
http://tcby.fbmta.com/members/UpdateProfile.aspx?Action=Subscribe&Inputsource=

Select one FREE card from the Hallmark kids collection at Hallmark stores valid until May 5.
http://www.hallmark.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/article%7C10001%7C10051%7C/HallmarkSite/GoldCrownStores/GCS_SO_FREEKIDSCARD

If you book a stay at participating KOA campgrounds for Come Camp & Care With Us Weekend 2010 you will get Saturday night free. This is only for the weekend of May 14.
http://koa.com/comecampwithus/list.htm

Free Redbox movie at Kroger kiosks only. Use promotional code DVDKROG.

Copenhagen is giving you your choice of a thermal flask, camouflage hat or coupons when you sign up for their newsletter
https://www.freshcope.com/default.aspx#/home

Get your friends and classmates to rent their tuxes at Mens Wearhouse and you can score a free tux rental, cash and a chance to win a new car.
https://www.mwtuxonline.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/TMWPromRepRegistrationView?langId=-1&storeId=10603&catalogId=10051&krypto=rOe135V6tayjLoRBOCK%2BmCosKcI3skxQXg8Si20rQCD4Gd7%2Fgj4YR3GUFFwzbYaEICIlAgoyn3f%2F%0AQ3C1ecRE6xDOVxXd3tAlLbsy8qk0IZlIEVWFtu1W1Av7Rmw3oDYI2%2FqGsy2g39OcBAtO8eZTCCSj%0AM5m9uoDA6WcVOvRiDqXcblEjl4dbXJG5ZZujZsPajSGuP0caBtVqTAuVgyf0x7E%2Bul1zk49r4FYp%0APpVF4xOjwsLFwt47fw%3D%3D&ddkey=http:TMWPromRepRegistrationView

Become a Office Depot Worklife Reward Member to receive 10% back on ink, toner, paper and copy services along with 1% back on almost everything else. This week you can receive 100% back on water, batteries, labels, tape, pens and more.
http://www.myworkliferewards.com/home.do

HIGH VALUE COUPONS TO PRINT

Get $5 off your $10 purchase at Aeropostale expires today
http://aero.imageg.net/graphics/store_promo/ps5off.jpg

Get up to $10.50 in coupons from ARM & HAMMER
http://www.mysavings.com/offer/arm-hammer-clumping-litter.asp?pid=334&sid=

Use $5.00 coupon from 4/11 Sunday paper for Scrubbing Bubbles Power Sprayer
Print out coupon for FREE refill when you purchase a Power Sprayer
http://www.scrubbingbubbles.com/Pages/default.aspx

Become a fan of Sara Lee Deli Meats and print out a $2.00 coupon
http://www.facebook.com/saraleedeli?v=app_163849080647&ref=ts

$1.50 off TGIF Snacks
www.coupons.com

FANZ in the STANZ Hockey for Hospice will be on Sunday, April 18, 2010 starting at 7pm. Come out and watch the adult hockey playoff games for free and support a great cause. “Rally” the crazy mascot will be there along with other mascots for great fun at the Lexington Ice Center on 560 Eureka Springs Drive.

Healthy Eating Store Tour at Whole Foods, Lexington Green on April 22 at 7:15pm. Expert tips on getting the best possible nutrition. Sign up at the customer service desk.

FREE Fekkai Shampoo and Blowdry on April 15th from 10am to 3pm at ULTA Salon located on 3220 Nicholasville Rd. Call 272-1022 to make an appointment.

Enjoy Lexington’s vast art scene by visiting galleries, workshops and art shows downtown on April 16 from 5pm to 8pm
http://www.galleryhop2010.com/documents/2010GHBrochureWeb.pdf