Check out this story about a frugal adventurer eating on only a dollar-a-day!
http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/us/2010/08/21/nr.eating.on.dollar.a.day.cnn?hpt=C2
Monday, August 23, 2010
Frugal Meeting Reminder!
Frugal Pals- don’t forget!
Tomorrow, Tuesday, August 24, the Frugal Club will meet in Building 5- 203 from noon-1:00 p.m. Thanks to Frugal Pal, Amber’s great suggestion, tomorrow we’ll have a health & beauty swap. Be sure to bring in your gently loved, slightly tested, extra, and unwanted lotions, potions, and other good stuff to share. So, grab your lunch and your goodies to swap and join us!
We look forward to seeing you there!
!!Note: a frugal club member is looking for a crib for her sister’s soon to be here newborn! If you have one (or know of one) for sale, barter, or for free -and it’s not on a recall list, let me know and I’ll connect you!
Tomorrow, Tuesday, August 24, the Frugal Club will meet in Building 5- 203 from noon-1:00 p.m. Thanks to Frugal Pal, Amber’s great suggestion, tomorrow we’ll have a health & beauty swap. Be sure to bring in your gently loved, slightly tested, extra, and unwanted lotions, potions, and other good stuff to share. So, grab your lunch and your goodies to swap and join us!
We look forward to seeing you there!
!!Note: a frugal club member is looking for a crib for her sister’s soon to be here newborn! If you have one (or know of one) for sale, barter, or for free -and it’s not on a recall list, let me know and I’ll connect you!
June/July Frugal Update
Hey, Frugal Pals!
Here's a few cool tips, tricks, and websites to help you make it through the sweltering heat this summer! As always, your feedback is welcomed and encouraged. Hope to see you all at the next Frugal Club meeting/health and beauty swap on August 24, noon-1 p.m. in 5-203.
Here's a few cool tips, tricks, and websites to help you make it through the sweltering heat this summer! As always, your feedback is welcomed and encouraged. Hope to see you all at the next Frugal Club meeting/health and beauty swap on August 24, noon-1 p.m. in 5-203.
- Want free samples, great advice, shopping tips, and news about "enjoying life for less?" Visit http://www.allyou.com/for details. Don't miss the "Coupons and Deals" link on the top menu bar and be sure to click on the "Free Samples and Giveaways" button (top right) for some great freebies and chances to win big! To date, I've ordered (and received) free samples of everything from deodorants to dog treats and toilet paper to candy bars! Note that on the freebie calendar, you can select any date, current or past, and opt to order that freebie-as long as the item is still available. So, no worries, if you can't check daily! You can also sign up for a free trial of their print magazine, bursting at the seams with frugal tips and coupons. Last but not least, be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom of the page and visit some of their great partner sites!
- For Frugal Club members looking to order magazines for themselves or as gifts for others this holiday season, check out the deep discounts available at http://subscribe.hearstmags.com/circulation/shared/index.htmlMagazines make a great gift-item for that hard-to-buy-for friend or relative and with these discounts, it's even more affordable! I took advantage and saved over $200 off the cover price. And, once I've read them, I share with friends, family, and of course, trade them my Frugal Pals!!
- Have fork, will travel! For the Frugal Foodie: Check out http://www.restaurant.com for discount gift certificates for local and big city eateries. This is a great tool if you are planning on traveling to a bigger city (as local deals are a bit limited) and want to save a few bucks on dining out. Note that most discounted gift cards require you to spend a certain amount while dining and may also only be valid during specified times-this could be a frugal option when splitting the check with friends and family! Read the fine print, then grab a fork and chow down (with a discount card- that is)!
- Here's a great blog to check out- the author does a great job scouring the web for deals and frugal tips! http://couponcravings.com/
- Planning a last minute trip in the Sunshine Sate? Before you head north, take a look around http://www.visitflorida.com for great savings under the Florida sun! The site is full of tips and ideas for Florida tourism and includes great discounts and special offers!
- Traveling to Georgia soon? Check out http://www.exploregeorgia.org/SpecialOffers for great discounts on prime destinations: from big cities, to mountain cabins, great beaches, and everything in between. Sweepstakes are also available for everything from designing your dream vacation to entering your best travel photo! Explore Georgia, today!
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Meeting Updates: May 18th
Small crowd today; however, the savvy saving tips shared were plentiful!
The following is an overview of the websites and info shared today. Be sure to click on the links for additional info and provide feedback via the "comments" section to share your successes or issues with the savings tips and info offered.
Please note: No compensation was provided in exchange for the reviews or recommendations offered in this article or any posting by this author on this blog.
Personal Finance (thanks to our very own frugal personal finance goddess, Cara!):
www.daveramsey.com Learn how to get your personal finances on track-for life! Check out Dave Ramsey, finance guru and TV personality for classes (2 local sessions available for fee) and other information on getting your wealth in order-for good. Cara and scores of others swear by Dave's sage financial advice. He offers tips on everything from mortgages to retirement and everything in between and has helpful books and workbooks to teach you his tricks and manage your money with savvy success!
www.bargaineering.com Want to learn more about your own personal finance including tips on how your credit score works, how to plan and save for college, how a mortgage works, what's the best insurance for you and much, much more? Check out this great site overflowing with great articles on finance in precise and easy to read language.
http://cashmoneylife.com/ Need to sell a large ticket item, like a car, on Craigslist? Is a flexible spending account the best health plan option for you? Is an IRA, and which kind, a good investment plan for you? Which is better, Netflix or Blockbuster? Get answers and recommendations on these questions and much more on this great site with your personal finances in mind. Also available is a great breakdown of the services offered by finance guru Dave Ramsey and his Financial Peace University program.
Coupon Sites and Retail Bargains Galore:
http://www.couponcabin.com/ Check out this site for free coupons, online coupon codes and promotional codes from your favorite retailers. Works very similar to http://www.retailmenot.com/ except this site takes you directly to the retailer website and plugs in your discount, thus saving you the "cut & paste" step. Check it out and start saving today!
http://ritzpix.com/ Cara shared this great site which had a great free promotion valid for today only. Upload your photos and receive a FREE 4x4 hardcover photo book, pay only $1.99 in shipping or for one-hour processing for in-store pickup. Watch this site for future bargains and snap, click, and save!
http://www.smartbargains.com/ For all the savvy Internet shoppers, check out this site for great bargains on everything under your roof... Deep discount items include everything from couture to cutlery and everything in between. Sign-up for their e-updates and join the Smartshopper club and get even more bargains emailed right to you. My bargain for today was a special "private room" sale event lasting until midnight tonight!
http://www.overstock.com/ On a recent Internet shopping exploration for a sofa, I was elated to find the perfect fit for my space right here! I read the specs, reviews, placed in my cart and ordered in a matter of minutes. The sofa arrived via freight liner in two large boxes only 2 days later- with a shipping fee of only....wait for it.... $3.95. Yep, four bucks! Amazing bargains are had here and I'm a long-time shopper. Check it out and start saving today!
http://www.llbean.com/ This quality brand clothier is offering free shipping on orders over $75 through May 25. Check out their monogrammed boat tote bags for the best-ever carry-all!
http://www.target.com/ For the price conscience beauty connoisseur: this week, our local Target store has select L'Oreal hair color on promotion, while supplies last. Buy 2 at the regular price and receive a $5 Target gift card! And don't forget to check out the bulls eye online for great items not stocked in stores.
Are you a drugstore frugalista? According to Kelly, awesome bargains are ripe for the pickin' at your local CVS Pharmacy. Check out their rewards programs and save up your savings dollars. On a recent shopping trip, she combined her special rewards bucks, retail coupons, and in-store sales and saved over $30 on products she uses everyday like laundry detergent and personal care items! Try it out and tell us about your frugal savings adventures!
Savvy Dining Tips:
Check out your favorite restaurant online and sign-up for their e-newsletters and fan clubs in exchange for really great members-only coupon offers. Here are just a few examples:
http://www.rubytuesday.com/
http://www.mimiscafe.com/
http://www.chilis.com/
http://www.olivegarden.com/
http://www.papajohns.com/
http://www.quiznos.com/
Local dining promotions:
Craving a frugal feast for lunch? Visit your neighborhood Chili's now thru May 23 for a great deal. For only $5.99 get unlimited refills on chips, salsa and your choice of soup and salad!
Turn up the heat on your frugal dining out: Check out http://www.getspicychicken.com/ on Monday, May 24th to reserve your FREE premiere tasting of Chick-fil-A's new spicy chicken sandwich. Mark your calendars and be the first to feel the burn!
That's it for this meeting... thanks to all in attendance today for the great ideas and info shared!!
See you next month!
The following is an overview of the websites and info shared today. Be sure to click on the links for additional info and provide feedback via the "comments" section to share your successes or issues with the savings tips and info offered.
Please note: No compensation was provided in exchange for the reviews or recommendations offered in this article or any posting by this author on this blog.
Personal Finance (thanks to our very own frugal personal finance goddess, Cara!):
www.daveramsey.com Learn how to get your personal finances on track-for life! Check out Dave Ramsey, finance guru and TV personality for classes (2 local sessions available for fee) and other information on getting your wealth in order-for good. Cara and scores of others swear by Dave's sage financial advice. He offers tips on everything from mortgages to retirement and everything in between and has helpful books and workbooks to teach you his tricks and manage your money with savvy success!
www.bargaineering.com Want to learn more about your own personal finance including tips on how your credit score works, how to plan and save for college, how a mortgage works, what's the best insurance for you and much, much more? Check out this great site overflowing with great articles on finance in precise and easy to read language.
http://cashmoneylife.com/ Need to sell a large ticket item, like a car, on Craigslist? Is a flexible spending account the best health plan option for you? Is an IRA, and which kind, a good investment plan for you? Which is better, Netflix or Blockbuster? Get answers and recommendations on these questions and much more on this great site with your personal finances in mind. Also available is a great breakdown of the services offered by finance guru Dave Ramsey and his Financial Peace University program.
Coupon Sites and Retail Bargains Galore:
http://www.couponcabin.com/ Check out this site for free coupons, online coupon codes and promotional codes from your favorite retailers. Works very similar to http://www.retailmenot.com/ except this site takes you directly to the retailer website and plugs in your discount, thus saving you the "cut & paste" step. Check it out and start saving today!
http://ritzpix.com/ Cara shared this great site which had a great free promotion valid for today only. Upload your photos and receive a FREE 4x4 hardcover photo book, pay only $1.99 in shipping or for one-hour processing for in-store pickup. Watch this site for future bargains and snap, click, and save!
http://www.smartbargains.com/ For all the savvy Internet shoppers, check out this site for great bargains on everything under your roof... Deep discount items include everything from couture to cutlery and everything in between. Sign-up for their e-updates and join the Smartshopper club and get even more bargains emailed right to you. My bargain for today was a special "private room" sale event lasting until midnight tonight!
http://www.overstock.com/ On a recent Internet shopping exploration for a sofa, I was elated to find the perfect fit for my space right here! I read the specs, reviews, placed in my cart and ordered in a matter of minutes. The sofa arrived via freight liner in two large boxes only 2 days later- with a shipping fee of only....wait for it.... $3.95. Yep, four bucks! Amazing bargains are had here and I'm a long-time shopper. Check it out and start saving today!
http://www.llbean.com/ This quality brand clothier is offering free shipping on orders over $75 through May 25. Check out their monogrammed boat tote bags for the best-ever carry-all!
http://www.target.com/ For the price conscience beauty connoisseur: this week, our local Target store has select L'Oreal hair color on promotion, while supplies last. Buy 2 at the regular price and receive a $5 Target gift card! And don't forget to check out the bulls eye online for great items not stocked in stores.
Are you a drugstore frugalista? According to Kelly, awesome bargains are ripe for the pickin' at your local CVS Pharmacy. Check out their rewards programs and save up your savings dollars. On a recent shopping trip, she combined her special rewards bucks, retail coupons, and in-store sales and saved over $30 on products she uses everyday like laundry detergent and personal care items! Try it out and tell us about your frugal savings adventures!
Savvy Dining Tips:
Check out your favorite restaurant online and sign-up for their e-newsletters and fan clubs in exchange for really great members-only coupon offers. Here are just a few examples:
http://www.rubytuesday.com/
http://www.mimiscafe.com/
http://www.chilis.com/
http://www.olivegarden.com/
http://www.papajohns.com/
http://www.quiznos.com/
Local dining promotions:
Craving a frugal feast for lunch? Visit your neighborhood Chili's now thru May 23 for a great deal. For only $5.99 get unlimited refills on chips, salsa and your choice of soup and salad!
Turn up the heat on your frugal dining out: Check out http://www.getspicychicken.com/ on Monday, May 24th to reserve your FREE premiere tasting of Chick-fil-A's new spicy chicken sandwich. Mark your calendars and be the first to feel the burn!
That's it for this meeting... thanks to all in attendance today for the great ideas and info shared!!
See you next month!
Monday, May 17, 2010
Meeting Reminder: Tuesday, May 18th!!
Don't forget: The Frugal Club meets on Tuesday, May 18th in Bldg. 5 on campus at noon. Join us and share your frugal ideas, tips, and tricks and maybe learn a few new savvy saving secrets along the way! Hope to see you there!
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