​If you love All Things Coffee like me ... you'll want to keep reading :) Did you know that this Saturday, Sept. 29 is National Coffee Day? I didn't - thanks to this article I read on The Penny Hoarder, there's a bunch of places where you can score a free (or pretty cheap) cup of joe and more!
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Where to Find Free Coffee on National Coffee Day 2018

1. Barnes & Noble - Books and coffee go together like peanut butter and jelly — and this Saturday, you can enjoy both at Barnes & Noble with a free cup of hot or iced coffee.

2. Caribou Coffee & Einstein Bros. Bagels - If you live near a Caribou Coffee or Einstein Bros. Bagels shop and need a little food with your coffee on National Coffee Day, you can enjoy any size coffee for free with the purchase of any food item.

3. CIrcle K - If you’re passing by a Circle K on National Coffee Day, stop in for a free medium coffee and Belvita breakfast biscuits. Just download the CIrcle K app and present the deal at the register.

4. Cumberland Farms - On Saturday, just text FREECOFFEE to 64827 to receive a mobile coupon on your smartphone. The coupon is good for a free Farmhouse Blend or bold coffee in any size (hot or iced), or your choice of tea, cappuccino or hot chocolate.

5. Dunkin Donuts - Dunkin Donuts isn’t about to let its coffee-loving patrons suffer through the holiday. Stop by your favorite DD and get a free hot coffee with the purchase of any hot coffee of equal or lesser value.
Bring a friend and share the love! (By love, I mean caffeine.)

6. Krispy Kreme - Krispy Kreme went above and beyond by creating a coffee-glazed donut to celebrate National Coffee Day. And you can enjoy this limited-time donut this Saturday with a free cup of hot coffee — any size and no purchase is necessary. And if you’re a Krispy Kreme rewards member, you get to enjoy a free donut with that coffee.

7. Love’s Travel Centers - Love’s Travel Centers is celebrating for two days, Sept. 28-29, with 24-ounce coffees and other hot beverages for just $1. All proceeds benefit Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, so you’ll be doing some good while enjoying your java.

8. Maui Wowi Hawaiian - You may know Maui Wowi Hawaiian for its smoothies, but it serves a mean cup of coffee, as well. You don’t have to go to one of its stores to buy it, either. For National Coffee Day, Maui Wowi Hawaiian will offer customers 50% off their online orders at shop.mauiwowi.com. Just use promo code ALOHACOFFEE at checkout. That can mean big savings if you dig coffee from the Kona district of Hawaii.

9. McDonald’s - If you have the McDonald’s app, you’ll find two deals on coffee, though they aren’t specific to National Coffee Day. You can get any size hot or iced coffee for $1 through Dec. 30, or if you plan on having coffee with a friend, you can get any medium or large McCafe beverage for one penny with the purchase of any medium or large regular price McCafe beverage until Sept. 30.

10. Pilot Flying J - On the road this week? Participating Pilot Flying J travel centers will offer a free hot coffee — any size and any flavor, including the limited-edition pumpkin caramel macchiato flavor — this Saturday for National Coffee Day. Just download the myPilot app and look for a coupon under “myOffers” to get your free cup o’ joe.
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11. PJ’s CoffeeVisit - PJ’s Coffee on National Coffee Day for a free 12-ounce Ruby Roast, the chain’s first direct trade light roast coffee in collaboration with coffee farms in Honduras and Nicaragua.

12. Stewart’s Shops - If you live in New York and like to get your coffee buzz at Stewart’s Shops, you’re in luck. On Saturday, you can get a free hot, iced or cold-brewed coffee from noon until close. What’s more, you can get it in any size and any flavor.

13. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf- This coffee chain has been celebrating National Coffee Day all week by offering a free specialty beverage with the purchase of Bright Future Blend coffee and tea for all rewards members.

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​Can you believe Summer is almost over? You don't have to spend any money to enjoy what's left of summer. If your budget is tight and you still want to feel like you're on a mini vacation or staycation, keep reading! Here's 10 of my favorite ways to have a fun, fabulous and free ways to enjoy the remainder of this summer season!

1. The Beach - If you are lucky enough to live within driving distance to a beach (or a lake or a river or even just a pool), take advantage as much as you can this summer. Go early so you can find a good parking spot nearby, for free of course! Pack some essentials - such as food, drinks, reading materials, sunglasses, beach chairs, towels, etc.. and just relax and maybe even work on your tan!
2. Street Fairs - Check online for local summer fairs in nearby towns or cities. Admission is usually free and there are always lots to see and taste. We recently came back from the nations largest single day street faire in Carlsbad, CA. We didn't buy anything, but many vendors offer free samples.
3. Summer Concerts - Many local communities offer free outdoor summer concerts. This is a fabulous way to enjoy your city's music scene and learn about new bands and hear great music. Check your local listings throughout the summer.
4. Stroll Old Town - This is one of my favorite things to do, in any season! Most areas have a downtown or old town with quaint local stores (vs. chain stores). Leisurely stroll and stop in at the shops and maybe grab a little bite to eat at one of the cozy cafes. I enjoy checking out little antique shops. This is a great way to discover little gems for one-of-a-kind treasures.
5. Farmers Markets - Hit your local farmers market early so you get the freshest produce. Support local growers (vs. big box supermarkets), often times they are cheaper and offer a much better quality. Most vendors offer samples too! You can also shop for healthier organic options. Make a shopping list of items you might need ahead of time, so you won't overspend.
6. Scenic Drives - Go a little off the beaten path to areas where you normally wouldn't drive to. Make sure it's not too far so you won't waste money on gas. Map out your destination ahead of time. Make sure to stop when you can to take in the sights.
7. Picnics At The Park - Pack a light picnic lunch and drive (or walk) to your favorite park. Pick a quiet, shaded spot and enjoy your meal. Bring some music or reading material if you plan to go by yourself.
8. Explore New Neighborhoods - This is a great way to feel like you are exploring a new neighborhood in another state or country! Pick a neighborhood, park your car, then meander around their downtown or residential area. I love walking around quaint residential streets with beautiful homes, I get inspirations on how I can improve my own home's curb appeal.
9. Flea Markets - One of my favorite destinations to shop! There are several flea markets or swap meets happening every Sunday. I usually find unique, one-of-a-kind gifts or something for myself for dirt cheap. Don't be afraid to negotiate with the vendor. Most of them would rather sell the item(s) vs. take it back home with them.
10. Go To The Museum or Zoo - Most communities offer "free to the public" admission days. Call your local zoo or museum ahead of time and take advantage of these great local attractions.

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​Summer is in full swing, and the 4th of July weekend is upon us! How do you plan to celebrate this year? Although you don't need to do something extravagant, it's quite patriotic to celebrate our country's independence the way most Americans have done for so many years... with fireworks, BBQ, hot dogs and an overall good time! I've listed a few frugal ways to celebrate the 4th of July weekend festivities! Enjoy your 4th and have a blast :)

BACKYARD BBQ - If you are hosting a 4th of July party, make it a potluck event. Have you friends bring other food or drinks that you won't be serving yourself. For instance someone can bring the appetizers, while another bring the drinks, another can bring the dessert and so on. You can get creative with the food, like flag inspired pies or cakes, even hot dogs! You can also serve food that's already red, white or blue - like watermelon, whip cream topped dessert, and blue colored drinks (or blue M&M's)!!

PARTY SUPPLIES - For you party stuff, go to your local dollar store and pick up a few 4th of July themed party supplies and decor. Or you can simply group together items you already have that are red, white & blue or stars & stripes and display them on your food table or around the area where your guests will be hanging out. You can also use red, white & blue bandanas as pennant decorations, as in the photo above.

THE BEACH - If you aren't in a party mood, you can always head to the beach. There's usually some 4th of July festivity going on. The beach will most like be crowded, park your car a little further away to avoid paying for expensive beach parking. Pack a light lunch, so you won't be tempted to buy food there. Sit back, relax and sink your toes in the sand.  

PARADES & EVENTS - There are several cities and towns hosting Independence Day parades or other related events. Check your local listings for one near you. Most of the parades are usually followed by a fireworks display. Again, park your car a little further away to avoid expensive event parking cost. 

FIREWORKS - Check your local listings for free fireworks display. They are usually held by the water... the beach, the bay, the marina, etc... Or, you might be lucky enough to live somewhere where you can see the fireworks display from your own backyard.

MUSIC FESTIVALS - There are some free music events and concerts you can attend on the 4th of July weekend and all summer long. Check your local listings for one near you.

For more frugal things to do this summer... check out my post about 10 Frugal, Fun and Free Things To Do This Summer!
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​What's the catch you ask? Well, about 6 months ago, my boyfriend and I attended a timeshare presentation with the promise of a free vacation. We listened to more than 2 hours of their sales pitch, but we've attended enough of these presentations knowing they are going to try super hard to convince you to part with your money, but you just have to be more savvy than they are.

Anyways, after we said "no thanks" multiple times to their timeshare offer, we got our free vacation certificate, where one of the choices was for a cruise. The timeshare company uses these marketing "freebies" to entice potential timeshare buyers to come listen to their spiel. After reading all the details and fine print on the vacation certificate, I filled out all the necessary information and mailed it to the designated travel agency handling the promotion vacation offer.

After confirming which cruise dates we wanted, the only thing we had to pay for was a $50 refundable deposit to the travel agency and port fees and taxes to the cruise line company. This is a great deal, most cruises are quite expensive! However, dealing with this particular travel agency was a bit of a nightmare. Everything was done via snail mail and the person assigned to our trip was not the most pleasant (or bright). She called us to upsell us on a better or bigger cabin, etc.. After saying "no thanks" multiple times, she became a irate and hung up. 

Thank god, we got another letter in the mail from another agent about a week after speaking to that agent. This new agent said Carnival Cruise contacted them to extend an offer to us to upgrade to a cabin with an ocean view for the price of our deposit. Needless to say, we jumped at the chance, since we've already sent them the $50 check months ago.

To sum it up, the process to get this free cruise was long, frustrating and annoying at times, but in the end it was all worth it. We just got back from our cruise about 2 weeks ago and our experience was priceless. We will have many wonderful memories for years to come!

We have attended many other timeshare presentations and received gift cards, etc.. for our time. Read about how when we were staying at a resort in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico we attended a timeshare presentation and for our time we got enough vouchers to pay for our entire trip's meals! Savvy and frugal :)
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​March is my birthday month - not only do I celebrate on my actual birthdate... I celebrate ALL month long with most of these free birthday treats! Take advantage of these great birthday freebies and celebrate YOU.

1. Acapulco: Free two-item combo if you sign up for its eclub. 
2. Ace Hardware: Get $5 off on your birthday.
3. American Eagle Outfitters: Sign up for membership to get 15 percent off during your birthday month.
4. Anthropologie: Enroll in ANTHRO to get a birthday discount. 
5. Applebee's: Sign up for its email club to get a birthday treat. 
6. Arby's: Get a birthday treat when you sign up for Arby's club. 
7. Auntie Annie's: Free pretzel when you sign up for the pretzel perks program.
8. Aveda: Be a member of Aveda.com, and receive a free offer on your birthday.
9. Au Bon Pain: Join the Au Bon Pain eClub and you'll get a free Birthday Sandwich or Salad.
10. Baskin Robbins: Get a free scoop on your birthday if you join the Baskin Robbinsbirthday club.
11. Baja Fresh: Free burrito on your birthday when you join Club Baja. 
12. Barnes and Noble: Free cupcake for kids on their birthdays from the cafes. Must be a member of its kids club. Free to join. 
13. Benefit: Free brow service on your birthday. 
14. Benihana: Get a $30 certificate when you sign up for the Benihana email club.
15. BJ's: Get a free birthday mini Pizookie (basically ice cream on top of cookie).
16. The Body Shop: $10 reward on your birthday when you join their rewards club.
17. Buffalo Wild Wings: Subscribe to its email list and get free birthday dessert.
18. Carvel: Get a free treat on your birthday.
19. California Pizza Kitchen: You get a free dessert if you're part of the CPK's rewards club.
20. Carrows: Sign up to get free birthday dessert. 
21. Children's Place: Join the birthday club to get a special treat during yours and your childrens' birthday.
22. Chili's: Join the email club to get a free brownie sundae on your birthday. 
23. Coldstone Creamery: Enjoy a free scoop on your birthday if you sign up for the My Cold Stone Club.
24. Corner Bakery: Free birthday sweet when you sign up. 
25. Culver's: Free birthday treat if you are an eclub member. 
26. CVS: Get a $3 coupon on your birthday if you sign up for the ExtraCare beauty club.
27. Dairy Queen: Get a coupon on your birthday if you're part of its eclub. 
28. Daphne's Greek Cafe: $5 birthday reward. Sign up here. 
29. Denny's: The Denny's reward program gets you a free grand slam breakfast (two eggs, two bacon slices, two pancakes, and two sausage links) on your birthday.
30. Del Taco: Join the Raving Fan eclub to get a free shake on your birthday.
31. DSW Shoes: $5 gift certificate on your birthday. Sign up here. 
32. Dunkin Donuts: Free beverage on your birthday. Sign up here.
33. Don Pablo's: Get $10 on your birthday. Sign up here. 
34. El Chico: Free fried ice cream. Sign up here. 
35. Famous Footwear: Free birthday gift. Sign up here. 
36. Firehouse Subs: Show an ID with your birth date on your birthday to get a free sub. 
37. Fuddrucker's: Free burger. Sign up here. 
38. Gordon Biersch: Birthday gift. Sign up here. 
39. Great American Cookies: Birthday surprise. Sign up here. 
40. Hof's Hut: Free entrée and dessert. Sign up here. 
41. Hooters: Get 10 free hot wings on your birthday by signing up here.
42. Houlihan's: Free entrée. Sign up here. 
43. IHOP: Get a free meal on your birthday if you sign up here.
44. Jack in the Box: Free dessert with ID and coupon. 
45. Jamba Juice: Free birthday treat. Sign up here. 
46. Jason's Deli: $5 off. Sign up here. 
47. Jersey Mike's Subs: Free drink and sub for your birthday. Sign up here. 
48. Joe's Crab Shack: Free birthday treat. Sign up here. 
49. Johnny Rockets: Join the Rocket eclub to get a free burger on your birthday.
50. Kmart: $5 birthday bucks for kids. Sign up here. 
51. Krispy Kreme: Free glazed donut for your birthday. Sign up here.
52. La Madeline: Free pastry. Sign up here. 
53. Logan's Roadhouse: Free birthday treat. Sign up here. 
54. Longhorn Steakhouse: Free treat. Sign up here. 
55. Maggianos: $10 off coupon. Sign up here. 
56. Maggie Moo's: Free treat. Sign up here. 
57. Macaroni Grill: Get free dessert on your birthday if you sign up for Macaroni Grill emails.
58. Marble Slab Creamery: Free birthday treat. Sign up here.
59. Marie Calendar's: Free slice of pie and $5 off your bill. Sign up here.  
60. Medieval Times: Free admission. Sign up here. 
61. Menchie's Frozen Yogurt: Birthday treat. Sign up here. 
62. O' Charley's: Birthday surprise. Sign up here.
63. Old Navy: Scroll to the bottom of the Old Navy site and sign up for an email subscription to receive a birthday treat. 
64. Outback Steakhouse: Free birthday dessert.
65. Papa Murphy's: Free cookie dough. Sign up here. 
66. Perkins Restaurant and Bakery: Free birthday gift. Sign up here. 
67. Petco: Special savings on your pet's birthday when you sign up for Petco's birthday club.
68. Pretzel Maker: Free birthday surprise. Sign up here.  
69. Ponderosa: Special offer on your birthday. Sign up here. 
70. Qdoba Mexican Grill: Free offer. Sign up here.  
71. Quiznos: Free birthday cookie. Sign up here.
72. Red Lobster: Birthday surprise. Sign up here. 
73. Red Robin: Pick up a Red Royalty card, and you'll get a free burger on your b-day.
74. Rubio's: Free meal up to $7. Sign up here. 
75. Ruby Tuesday: Free treat. Sign up here. 
76. Sbarro: Free birthday pizza. Sign up here.
77. Schlotzsky's: Free sandwich or pizza. Sign up here. 
78. Smashbox: Free birthday gift. Sign up here.
79. Smash Burger: Birthday surprise. Sign up here
80. Sprinkles: Free birthday cupcake. Sign up here.
81. Soup Plantation and Sweet Tomatoes: Birthday discounts. Sign up here. 
82. Starbucks: Get a free drink if you buy something at Starbucks using your Starbucks Card within a year of your card registration.
83. Steak 'n Shake: Birthday surprise. Sign up here.
84. Sticky Fingers: Free entrée. Sign up here.  
85. Taco Cabana: Free treat. Sign up here.
86. Taco John's: Free treat. Sign up here.  
87. TCBY: Frozen yogurt. Sign up here.
88. Ted's Montana Grill: Free dessert. Sign up here.  
89. Texas de Brazil: Free treat. Sign up here. 
90. Texas Roadhouse: Free appetizer or sidekick of ribs. Sign up here. 
91. Tropical Smoothie Cafe: Free smoothie. Sign up here. 
92. T.G.I. Friday's: Get a free dessert when you buy an entrée, but you need to be a member of the T.G.I. Friday's rewards program.
93. Tony Roma's: Get a free treat on your birthday for joining Tony Roma's membership program.
94. Uno's Chicago Grill. Free treat. Sign up here. 
95. Wendy's: Birthday coupons. Sign up here. 
96. Which Wich: Free treat. Sign up here. 
97. Wienerschnitzel: Free treat. Sign up here. 
98. World Market: Coupon. Sign up here. 
99. Yogurt Mountain: Free yogurt. Sign up here. 
100. Z' Tejas: $10 off during your birthday month. Sign up here. 

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Wednesday, October 4th is National Taco Day and it’s a fiesta for taco lovers with many national taco chains marking the day with free tacos and specials. According to the made-up food holiday’s website, NationalTacoDay.com, last year Americans ate more than 4.5 billion tacos. October 4 also is National Vodka Day and Blaze Pizza is celebrating its first-ever Noncon4mist Day with $4 pizzas after 4 p.m.

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Rubio’s Coastal Grill: The San Diego-based company with 200 locations throughout California, Arizona, Colorado, Utah, Nevada and Florida is celebrating National Taco Day a day early. On Tuesday, participating locations will have The Original Fish Taco for $1.75, The Fish Taco Especial for $2 and The Original Fish Taco with Mango Salsa for $2.25. The specials are dine-in only. Learn more here. Also join Rubio’s Beach Clubfor a free taco and other perks here.
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Taco Bell: At participating locations on Wednesday, the chain has a special "National Taco Day gift set." For $5, get four classic Taco Bell tacos — Nacho Cheese, Cool Ranch, Fiery Doritos Locos Tacos and the Crunchy Taco — “gift wrapped” in a limited edition wrapper and specially boxed. Learn more about the deal here. Taco Bell also has teamed up with teen retailer Forever 21 to create a collection of bodysuits, sweatshirts and hoodies, which will go on sale Oct. 11 at select Forever 21 stores.

Tijuana Flats: Get $2 tacos and $2 Mexican drafts Wednesday at participating locations. Many locations of the fast-casual Tex-Mex chain have a Tuesday taco deal called Tijuana Tuesdaze where two tacos, chips and a medium drink are $5.99. Also, all locations have a take-home “Hardly Homemade” taco meal kit for $31.99. Find locations here.
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On the Border: Mini tacos are 50 cents each when you dine-in Wednesday at participating locations. The chain also has a 20% off taco catering items through Oct. 8 with promo code Taco17. Learn more here.
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Chuy's: Crispy beef tacos are $1 with any order Wednesday at participating locations and get $1 off Mexican beer. And if you dress up like a taco, you earn a free meal.

Del Taco: New and existing members of Del Taco’s Raving Fan eClub will get a buy one Queso Crunch Taco, get one free coupon to use Wednesday at participating locations. Also for signing up for the rewards program at www.deltaco.com/ravingfan, get a coupon for two free grilled chicken tacos.

Blaze Pizza: Not an official National Taco Day deal, but Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza has a pop-up pizza party after 4 p.m. Wednesday for its first annual Noncon4mist Day with $4 pizzas at more than 200 locations. Along with $4 dine-in and customizable pizzas Wednesday, customers will get a bounce-back coupon to receive $4 off a pizza and drink during a future visit, redeemable through the Blaze Pizza mobile app. Find locations here.

California Tortilla: Buy one taco, get one free Wednesday. The Blackened Fish, California Sunset, Korean BBQ and Crunchy BBQ Ranch street tacos are included in this deal and there’s a limit of five free tacos per person. Sign up for the Burrito Elito rewards program here.

El Fenix: Get $4.99 taco plates with two crispy or soft tacos at participating locations of the Texas-based chain with a coupon posted on its website. Print the coupon or show the digital coupon on your smartphone. One coupon is valid for up to 10 people in your party.  
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​El Pollo Loco: Buy one taco platter, get one free Wednesday at participating locations with a coupon posted on the company’s website. Taco platter options are Chicken Avocado, Chicken Bacon Cheddar, Avocado Tacos al Carbon and Shrimp Mango.
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Fuzzy’s Taco Shop: Get $1 tacos all day Wednesday including most of Fuzzy’s Baja Tacos, including their breakfast tacos. Some exclusions apply.

Jimboys Tacos: Get one free taco for every taco purchased, up to three free tacos per guest Wednesday at participating locations. Offer applies to the Original Ground Beef Taco and Bean Taco only. The chain has 38 California and Nevada locations.

Hot Head Burritos: Buy two tacos, get one free Wednesday at all locations. Get the deal by walking into any location or if ordering online enter the code buy2tacos.

Margaritas Mexican Restaurant: Order the two pound, 12-inch Taco Gigante for $12.99 Wednesday and receive a voucher for a free Taco Gigante to use on your next visit. In October, the chain with locations in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey and Pennsylvania has a Taco Gigante Challenge and if you finish the entire taco you get a place on Margaritas Wall of Fame and bragging rights. Learn more here.

Taco Bueno: Get a free taco with any purchase Wednesday. 

Taco Cabana: From 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, get 50 percent off a chicken fajita taco at participating locations. Dine-in only and one per person. Learn more here.

​Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill: The chain is celebrating Applebee’s Neighborhood Appreciation Month all October long with $1 margaritas, also known as the Dollarita, at participating locations. Learn more here and find locations here.

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​Tax Day is right around the corner! This year, it falls on Monday, April 18, due to the Washington D.C. Emancipation Day holiday being observed on April 15. Hopefully you don't owe any money, but if you do, there are some perks... in the form of free food and other deals. Read more below courtesy of Retail Me Not.

Arby’s
Get free curly fries and other special Tax Day deals.

Boston Market
On Tax Day, get a half chicken individual meal with two sides, a regular fountain drink, cornbread and a cookie for $10.40.

Bruegger’s Bagels
Enjoy a Big Bagel Bundle (any 13 bagels and two tubs of cream cheese) for just $10.40 from April 15 to April 18. Claim the offer at Brueggers.com.

Great American Cookies
Stop by participating locations for a free chocolate chip cookie on April 18.

Cinnabon
Get two free Cinnabon bites on Tax Day.

Einstein Bros. Bagels
From April 14 to April 18, eClub members get $1 off purchases by claiming an email offer.

Hard Rock Cafe
Sing your favorite song on stage at Hard Rock on April 18 and get a free Legendary Burger.

Kona Ice
Enjoy free shaved ice on April 18.

McDonald’s
Select McDonald’s will be offering Tax Day deals like a free small coffee or a Quarter Pounder for 18 cents when you buy one full-price Quarter Pounder.
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Noodles & Company
On April 18, buy a regular entrée, and get a kids meal for free. Your kids, aka your “little deductibles,” must be present. Also, from April 11 through April 18, place an order online at noodles.com, and enter promotional code TAXDAY to get $4 off your order of $10 or more.

Office Depot & OfficeMax
Bring in this coupon to get 5 pounds of documents shredded for free through April 23.

Schlotzsky’s
On April 18, swing by your local Schlotzsky’s to get a free small The Original with the purchase of a 32-ounce drink and a bag of chips.

Sonic
On April 18, get a half-price cheeseburger.

Sonny’s BBQ
Enjoy the Irresistible Ribs Special (IRS) for half-price on April 18.

Staples
On April 18, get your confidential documents (up to 5 pounds) shredded for free at Staples.

Tony Roma’s
Members of Tony Roma’s Email Club will receive coupons for a free dessert sent to their inbox prior to Tax Day (valid through April 29).

More Tax Day Deals

Bath & Body Works
Through April 17, get 20% off of your purchase.

Charlotte Russe
Through May 3, get $10 off $50 in-store.

Express
Through April 30, take 15% off.

GhostBed
From April 15 through 18, take $50 off any size mattress with the promo code TAX2016.

Payless
Buy one, get one 50% off, plus take 20% off sitewide and receive free shipping when you spend more than $25.

RunLites
Get free shipping through all of April.
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Victoria’s Secret
Through April 27, get $15 off $100.

      

​Everybody likes free treats on their birthday right? Thanks to ThePennyHoarder for this extensive list of 100 places that will give you free stuff on your birthday! Most of these places require that you sign up at least 7 days before your birthday, so get busy now and then enjoy the free stuff as it rolls in on your birthday…

1. A&W All American Food – Get a free root beer float on your birthday by joining the Mug Club.
2. Ace Hardware – Receive a free $5 off coupon when you join Ace Rewards.
3. AMF Bowling – Get some free bowling by signing up with the AMF Pinsiders Club.
4. Applebees –  Sign up for their Email Club and get a free dessert on your birthday.
5. Arby’s – Get a free milkshake on your birthday when you register with Arby’s.
6. Atlanta Bread Company – Get a free cookie on your birthday when you join their Loyalty Program.
7. Au Bon Pain – Join their eClub and get a free birthday lunch.
8. Auntie Anne’s – Sign up for Pretzel Perks and get a free pretzel on your birthday.
9. Aveda – Receive a birthday gift valued at $20 when you  join Aveda’s Rewards Program.
10. Bare Escentuals – Join the Friends and Benefits Program and they’ll send you a gift on your birthday.
11. Barnes and Noble (Kids) – Sign up for the B&N Kids’ Club and your child gets a free cupcake on his/her birthday.
12. Baskin Robbins – Join their Birthday Club and get free ice cream on your birthday.
13. BD’s Mongolian Grill – Get a free entree on your birthday when you join Club Mongo.
14. Benihana’s – Register for the Chef’s Table and they’ll send you a $30 birthday certificate.
15. Bennigan’s – Receive a BOGO entree as well as a free dessert when you sign up for their  E-Club.
16. Big Boy – Join their Email Club and get a free dessert on your birthday.
17. Bonefish Grill – Become a  BFG Insider and get special offers on your birthday.
18. Boston Market – Join the VIP Club and get a special birthday surprise.
19. Buca di Beppo – You’ll receive a free pasta on your next visit as well as a $20 birthday gift for joining their eClub.
20. Buffalo Wild Wings – Get a free birthday dessert when you join the Buffalo Circle.
21. Captain D’s – Get a special offer on your birthday when you join  D’s Club.
22. Carrabba’s Italian Grill – Join Carrabba’s Amici Club and get a free appetizer as well as a coupon for a BOGO Free entree.
23. Chick fil a – Become an Email Insider and get a special birthday offer.
24. Chili’s – Get free chips and guacamole when you join their  Email Club.
25. Chuck E. Cheese – Join the Chuck E. Cheese Club and get free tokens to help celebrate your child’s birthday.
26. Cinnabon – Subscribe to Club Cinnabon and get a special gift on your birthday.
27. Cold Stone Creamery – Get a BOGO coupon for your birthday by signing up for the My Cold Stone Club.
28. Country Buffet – Sign your child up for the  Birthday Kids Club and they’ll receive a free meal on their big day.
29. Cracker Barrel – Go to Cracker Barrel on your birthday and get a free dessert.
30. Culver's – Enjoy a free birthday treat when you sign up for the Culver’s eClub.
31. CVS – Join the Beauty Club and get $3 Extracare bucks on your birthday.
32. Dairy Queen – Receive a free Blizzard on your birthday by signing up for the Blizzard Fan Club.
33. Dave & Busters – Sign up for Dave & Buster’s Rewards and get $10 in free game play.
34. Denny’s- Stop by Denny’s and get a free Grand Slam on your birthday (with ID)!
35. Disney Movie – Get 100 free points for your birthday when you sign up for Disney Movie Rewards.
36. Don Pablo’s – Get a $10 gift card on your birthday when you become a Habaneros Member.
37. Dunkin’ Donuts – Get a free beverage on your birthday by signing up for the DD Perks Rewards Program.
38. Einstein Bros. Bagels – Get a free bagel on your birthday when youjoin the club.
39. Firehouse Subs – Show up on your birthday and show ID for a free medium sub!
40. First Watch – Get a free entree when you sign up for the Sun eClub.
41. Friendly’s – When you become a Best Friends of Friendly’s member, you’ll receive a free Happy Ending Sundae on your birthday.
42. Fuddruckers – Get a special birthday offer when you join the Fudds Club.
43. Great American Cookies – Join CookiE-mail and get a free cookie on your birthday.
44. Hallmark – Get a free card and a coupon for 20% off one item when you become a Hallmark Crown Rewards member.
45. Hard Rock Cafe – Sign up for Hard Rock Rewards are get free dessert on your birthday.
46. Helzberg Diamonds – Request a catalog and sign up for email updates to receive a birthday surprise.
47. Hooters –Join the Club and get free wings on your birthday.
48. IHOP –  Sign up and receive a free stack of pancakes on your birthday!
49. Jack in the Box –Register and receive a special offer on your birthday.
50. Jersey Mike’s Subs – Get a free sub and drink when you sign up for their Email Club.
51. Joe’s Crab Shack –  Register with Joe’s Crab Shack and receive a birthday treat.
52. Kmart – When you sign your child up for the Birthday Club, they will receive a special gift pack as well as $5 in Birthday Bucks.
53. Krispy Kreme – Join the e-Club and receive a free donut on your birthday.
54. Longhorn Steakhouse – Create a My Longhorn account and get a free birthday treat.
55. Macaroni Grill – Sign up for the Email Club and get a free dessert on your birthday.
56. Maggie Moo’s – Sign up for MaggiE-mail and get a free birthday surprise.
57. Marie Callender’s- Join the E-Club and get a free slice of pie and $5 off your check on your birthday.
58. Medieval Times – Receive free admission when you join the Birthday Fellowship and the King’s Court
59. The Melting Pot – Join Club Fondue and get a voucher for free chocolate fondue for two on your birthday.
60. Moe’s Southwest Grill – Get a coupon for a free birthday burrito when you join their eWorld.
61. Noodles & Company – Get a free dish on your birthday by joining their EClub.
62. Not Your Average Joe’s – Get a free birthday surprise when you sign up for their Email Club.
63. Olive Garden – Get a complimentary appetizer or dessert on your birthday by signing up for their eClub
64. On the Border – Get a special birthday offer when you sign up for Club Cantina.
65. Panda Express – Register to receive emails and get an exclusive offer on your birthday.
66. Panera – Join MyPanera and get a free pastry on your birthday.
67. Perkins – Get a free slice of pie on your birthday when you sign up for their E-club.
68. P.F. Chang’s – Sign up for the Email List and get a free slice of cheesecake on your birthday.
69. Pinkberry – Sign up for a Pinkcard and receive a free small yogurt on your birthday.
70. Qdoba – Receive a special birthday gift when you register for their Rewards Program.
71. RedBox – Get the Redbox Play Pass and receive a free birthday rental.
72. Red Lobster – Receive a birthday surprise when you Join the Club.
73. Red Robin – Register for their Rewards Program and get a free birthday burger.
74. Rita’s Italian Ice – Sign up for their Birthday Club and get a free birthday treat.
75. Ruby Tuesday – Sign up with Ruby Tuesday and score a free burger on your birthday.
76. Sbarro – Get free pizza on your birthday by joining their e-Club.
77. Sephora – Register with Sephora and receive a free gift on your birthday!
78. Smashbox – Register for the Pretty Points Program and receive a free gift during your birthday month.
79. Sonic – Create a My Sonic Profile and receive a special treat on your birthday.
80. Sonny’s BBQ – Get a free Big Deal Meal on your big day by joining the ‘Q Crew.
81. Souper Salad – Register for Souper Perks and get a free meal during your birthday week.
82. The Spaghetti Warehouse – Join the Warehouse Club and get a free meal on your birthday.
83. Starbucks – Get a free birthday drink by signing up for Starbucks Rewards.
84. Steak ‘n Shake – Join the eClub and get a free menu item on your birthday.
85. Subway – You’ll receive a free 6 inch sub and drink on your birthday when you join the Subway Eat Fresh Club.
86. Swagbucks – Get 50 free SBs on your birthday.
87. TCBY – Join the TCBY eClub and receive special offers on your birthday.
88. Texas Roadhouse – Sign up for their Email Club and get a birthday gift.
89. TGI Friday’s – Join their Give Me More Stripes program and get a free dessert on your birthday.
90. Tony Roma’s – Join the Roma Rib Expert Club and get a free entree on your birthday.
91. Toys R Us – Join Rewards R Us and your child will receive a free card and gift every year until his/her 10th birthday.
92. Tropical Smoothie Cafe – Join Club Tropical and get a special birthday offer.
93. ULTA – Receive a free CK One mascara by signing up for their Loyalty Rewards Program.
94. Uno Pizzeria & Grill – Join their Email Club and get a free entree on your birthday.
95. Victoria’s Secret – Sign up for an Angel Card and get a birthday gift worth $10.
96. Waffle House – Become a member of the Waffle House Regulars Club and receive a free waffle on your birthday.
97. Wienerschnitzel – Join the Wiener Lovers Club and get a free coupon each year on your birthday.
98. Wingstop – Get a free order of seasoned fries on your birthday when you sign up for their Email Club.
99. Yogurt Mountain – Join the YOMO Club and get free yogurt on your birthday.
100. Zaxby’s – Get a free Nibbler on your birthday by signing up for the Zaxby’s Email Club.

    

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Yay! Summer is here! Summer officially begins today, June 21. Read on for some frugal picks to enjoy this awesome season! Today's post is an excerpt from AARP Money. 

Hot fun in the summertime? Sure, there's plenty to do, but the price of all that fun can add up fast, draining your bank account. Don't sweat it. There are several ways to have a blast this summer for free (or almost free).

1. Free National Park Admission
Although two-thirds of all National Park Service sites are always free, admission to the remaining parks will be free as well on Aug. 25 to celebrate the National Park Service's birthday. If you're 62 years of age or older, any day of the year for only $10 you can buy a Senior Pass good for the rest of your life at more than 2,000 sites managed by the National Park Service and four other federal agencies. That's a purchase that pays for itself several times over.

2. Free Movies
Hitbliss is an online service that allows you to earn credits by watching selected commercials so you can watch on-demand movies from its website. You'll need to download the program to a desktop or laptop computer (no mobile availability at this time). If you'd rather take the kids to the movies, Regal theaters across the country are offering selected children's movies on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer for just $1 a ticket, with a portion of that going to charity.

3. Free Plants and Seeds
With the growing popularity of backyard gardening, swap meets for gardening enthusiasts are sprouting up all across the country and even online. You can trade excess plants and seeds with other gardeners rather than spend big bucks to buy them at the nursery. Then come home and have fun with the family planting away.

4. Free Stuff To Give and Receive
Listia is a website where you give away things you don't want in exchange for points that you can use to bid on other things on the website. Freecycle is a worldwide nonprofit network of locally based groups filled with people who give away things they no longer need to anyone who wants them. Both are great ways to find free summertime gear, from a used bicycle to an unwanted BBQ grill.

5. Free Camping
If you're looking for a primitive, backcountry wilderness experience, you can camp for free at national forests and on public lands managed by a number of other federal agencies, as long as you follow the guidelines for so-called dispersed camping. If your idea of camping involves an RV, there are still some places where you can camp for free.

6. Free Wi-Fi for Travelers
Save on your data plan by using free Wi-Fi when you travel this summer. There are several free apps to download from Google Play and iTunes that allow you to find free Wi-Fi service at hotspots including restaurants, stores and hotels. Don't forget that most public libraries also offer free computer and Wi-Fi access, although you may need to get a temporary pass or library card if you're just passing through.

7. Free Do-it-yourself Workshops
Summertime is a prime time for home improvements, and Home Depot offers free in-store classes to show you how to do everything from landscape your yard to build outdoor furniture. It even offers special workshops just for kids, as does Lowes.

8. Volunteer For Free Admission
From outdoor concerts and plays to county fairs and festivals, summertime is event time. If there's a cost for admission, ask the event organizers if they can use a few hours of your time. Volunteers often get to enjoy the event for free, and you might even get a free event T-shirt, too!