Discover the Hidden Gem of the Chicago Suburbs – Oak Brook Hills Resort

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It’s time to check out the newly renovated Oak Brook Hills Resort in Oak Brook, IL.

We were invited to attend the transformation reveal event at the Oak Brook Hills Resort and really enjoyed the renovations they have made.

WHO SHOULD STAY AT THE OAK BROOK HILLS RESORT?

They have rooms to accommodate families, business travelers, guests for special events, just about a room for any occasion!

Standard king room

Presidential Suite

AMENITIES

The amenities are also fabulous and include:

Fitness Center

Outdoor and indoor pools

Executive lounge for Gold and Diamond Hilton Honors members

Golf course

SPECIAL EVENTS

If you are planning a special event, like a wedding, anniversary, birthday, etc., you will love their ballroom:

They also have special events throughout the year. We were treated by a performance from THE Dean Martin.

Join them on New Year’s Eve when the Rat Pack is back! Tickets are on sale here.

When you are at the Oak Brook Hills Resort, you will feel like you are walking the red carpet from the moment you walk in…

FIND OUT MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE OAK BROOK HILLS RESORT

– Website
– Facebook
– Twitter
– Instagram
– YouTube
– Trip Advisor
– Yelp

Tell us – which is your favorite about the Oak Brook Hills Resort and when are you planning your visit?

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Chicago and Suburbs Attractions

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Chicago is a city filled with lots of fun things to do. Whether you grew up in the city or suburbs like us or plan to visit on your next vacation, check out our list – most of them are free or inexpensive!

Museums and Other Attractions:

– Aurora – Blackberry Farm – Illinois residents get free admission on Family Fun Days on May 10, May 24, June 7, June 21, July 6, and August 9.

– Aurora – Red Oak Nature Center – Admission is always free.

– Aurora – Sci-Tech Museum</a – Free admission for everyone on the first Friday of each month from 6 pm to 8 pm. Children 3 years old and younger are always free.

– Bensenville – Fischer Farm – Admission is always free.

– Chicago – Adler Planetarium – Illinois residents get complimentary general admission on June 5 to 9. Illinois teachers (pre-K through 12) and active military personnel receive free general admission which can be applied to any admission pass.

– Chicago – Art Institute of Chicago – Illinois residents get free general admission every Thursday from 5 pm to 8 pm. Admission is always free for children under 14. Admission is free for Chicago teens under the age of 18. Active-duty military and their families receive free admission to the museum from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Current Illinois educators, including pre-K–12 teachers, teaching artists working in schools, and homeschool parents.

– Chicago – Chicago Botanic Garden – Admission is always free.

– Chicago – Chicago Children’s Museum</a – Free admission for all visitors during Target Free Family Nights on Thursdays from 5 pm to 8 pm. Free admission for visitors 15 years old and under on the first Sunday of each month. Veterans and active military receive free admission every day. Teachers, police officers and firefighters receive a discounted admission price of $5.00.

– Chicago – Chicago History Museum – Illinois residents get free admission on July 4 and every Tuesday* from 12:30 to 7:30 pm (excluding December 19 and 26).

– Chicago – The DuSable Museum of African History – Illinois residents get free admission on Tuesdays. All Military Duty Personnel, all Branches, receive complimentary admission. Children under 5 years old are always free.

– Chicago – The Field Museum – Illinois residents receive complimentary basic admission on June 21, 22, and 23.

– Chicago – Garfield Park Conservatory – Admission is always free.

– Chicago – Millenium Park – Always free.

– Chicago – Museum of Contemporary Art – Admission is free for Illinois residents on Tuesdays year round. Admission is free for members of the military, police and fire departments and veterans.

– Chicago – Museum of Science and Industry – Illinois residents receive free admission from June 5 to 9, June 12, September 5 to 8, September 11 to 15, September 18 to 22, September 25 to 29, and October 2 to 5. Active duty military, Illinois POWs, Chicago firefighters, Chicago police officers and Illinois teachers (pre-K through 12th grade) receive free admission.

– Chicago – Navy Pier – Admission is always free. You just have to pay for the activities or meals there.

– Chicago – The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum – Thursdays are suggested donation days for Illinois Residents. Children under 3 years old are always free. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, active duty service members and their families can enjoy free admission.

– Chicago – Shedd Aquarium – Illinois residents receive free general admission or discounted upgraded admission on June 5, 6, 12, 13, August 28, 29, September 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, October 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31, and November 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21. Educators from Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin can receive a complimentary Shedd Pass by registering online. Active-duty military personnel, Chicago police officers and firefighters receive a free Shedd Pass with proper ID. Guests who present a valid Bank of America/Merrill Lynch ATM, credit, or debit card, along with photo identification, will receive one free general admission on the first full weekend of every month: May 6-7, June 3-4, July 1-2, August 5-6, September 2-3, October 7-8, November 4-5, and December 2-3.

– Elmhurst – Elmhurst Historical Museum – Admission is always free.

– Glenview – Kohl’s Children’s Museum – Children under 3 are always free. Military receive buy one, get one free admission for their entire party.

– Glenview – Wagner Farm

– Libertyville – Lambs Farm

– Naperville – DuPage Children’s Museum – Free admission for children under 1 year old.

– Naperville – Naper Settlement – Free admission for children under 4 years old. Naperville residents get free admission with proof of residency. Active duty military personnel and their families are eligible for free admission to Naper Settlement between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

– Rockford – Discovery Center Museum – Free admission for children 1 year old and younger.

– Wheaton – Cantigny Park

– There are per car parking fees.

* Borrow the Museum Adventure Pass from a participating library and get free admission to select museums and attractions.

Movies:

– Aurora – Movies in the Park – Paramount Theatre – Classic movies on Mondays for only $1 per ticket.

– Aurora – Movies in the Park – Phillips Park – Always free admission.

– Chicago – Movies in the Park – Always free admission.

– West Chicago – Cascade Drive-In – Children under 5 years old and pets are admitted free.

– Everywhere – Marcus Theatres – Two free passes to Kids Dream movies.

– Everywhere – Classic Cinemas – Wednesday Morning Movie Series.

– Everywhere – Regal Entertainment Group – Movies for only $1 per ticket.

Sports:

– Everywhere – Kids Bowl Free – Sign up to receive 2 free bowling passes per day per child.

– Everywhere – Kids Skate Free – Sign up to receive 2 free roller skating passes per week per child.

– Chicago – Chicago Cubs

– Chicago – White Sox Kids Club – Sign up for a free 2017 Kids Club Slugger Membership and receive a voucher to get two free Upper Reserved game tickets to one of select White Sox game dates.

– Geneva – Kane County Cougars

– Schaumburg – Schaumburg Boomers – There is a Family Sunday Deal where you’ll receive 4 tickets, 4 hot dogs, and 4 sodas for only $44.

Water Parks:

– Aurora – Splash Country Water Park – Free admission for hildren under 2 years old. There are Twilight discount admissions.

– Des Plaines – Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center – Free admission for children 2 years old and younger.

– Gurnee – Hurricane Harbor

– Gurnee – Key Lime Cove – There are many special packages, which include waterpark admission.

– Rockford – Magic Waters Waterpark – Free admission for children under 1 year old. Tuesdays all admissions are $12.

– Yorkville – Raging Waves – Free admission for children 2 years old and under.

Zoos:

– Aurora – Phillips Park – Always free admission.

– Brookfield – Brookfield Zoo – Free admission for children under 3 years old. Free admission for all active, reservist, and retired members of the military.

– Chicago – Lincoln Park Zoo – Always free admission.

– Wheaton – Cosley Zoo – Free admission for children 17 years old and younger. Free admission with a Wheaton Park District Universal Resident ID.

* We’ll continue to add more to this list as we find more events and attractions in the Chicago-area to help you have a wonderful vacation or staycation! Check back often for our updates. Leave a comment for us if you have any ideas on what to add to our list.

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Meet Joey McIntyre in Chicago

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Back in my high school years, there was a new boy band that emerged and took the world by storm. Their youngest member, Joey McIntyre, became a heartthrob and had many fans swooning at the sound of his voice and at the sight of him on many magazine covers. When my husband and I started dating, our first song was “I’ll Be Loving You (Forever)” by New Kids on the Block.

Now, Joey McIntyre is back with a new show that will have you laughing.

About Return of the Mac:

A new comedy, Return of the Mac, stars New Kids On The Block’s Joey McIntyre as a version of himself alongside his real-life family. As he embarks on a hilarious quest to be taken seriously as a legit actor, Joey is thrown into the reluctant role of a talk-show host at a fledgling cable network called the Comfy Channel.

Where and When to Watch Return of the Mac:

Return of the Mac premieres Wednesday, April 12 at 8:30P/7:30c on Pop. Learn more about the series and find your channel at poptv.com.

Check out this clip:

Watch Chicagonista LIVE:

Tune in and watch the Chicagonista LIVE Show with Joey McIntyre on Wednesday, March 29 at 4 pm here.

Meet Joey McIntyre:

Here’s the coolest part – you can meet Joey McIntyre IN PERSON! He will be at Studio Xfinity in Chicago on Wednesday, March 29 from 5:30 pm to 7 pm, meeting and greeting fans. The event is first come, first served. Availability is subject to time limits. There is a limit of two autographs per person.

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Congratulations to the Chicago Cubs – World Series Champions!

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Chicago Cubs World Series Champions

Last night was a late night for many people, including us. It was a fantastic game 7 of the World Series and so awesome to see the Chicago Cubs win! Even though I’m not much of a sports person, I watched the World Series with my husband, kids, and friends because it brought me back to when my grandma would watch the Cubs play. You could feel how the city of Chicago (and most of the country) was really rooting for the Cubs to win and break the dreaded curse. It’s only fitting that my grandmothers were both born in 1908 (the last time the Chicago Cubs won a World Series) – I know they were partying it up in heaven celebrating the win. Kudos to both teams and their fans for showing respect for one another and showing others how to be gracious in victory and in defeat. The world needed to be able to hope and believe and this was a great way to bring people together.

If you’re celebrating and want something to commemorate this very special event, check out the Cubs gear available:

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Hispanic Heritage Month – Parade, Activities & Coupons

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Hispanic Heritage Month

About Hispanic Heritage Month:

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month! The observation of Hispanic Heritage started in 1968 with the creation of Hispanic Heritage Week. In 1988, it was expanded to a month long observation. Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15th and goes through October 15th. Mexico’s Independence Day is on September 16th. Hispanic Heritage Month also celebrates the independence of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua, Chile and Belize.

Mexican Independence Day Parade:

In Chicago, there’s many ways to celebrate the rich Hispanic culture. The Mexican Independence Day Parade is this Sunday, September 11th, beginning at 11 am at 26th Street and Kostner Avenue, Chicago, IL 60623. According to the current forecasts, the weather should be great for a parade this weekend.

Activities and Coupons:

While you are out celebrating, make sure to find local coupons on Valpak.com. If you are in the Chicago area, check your Valpak envelopes for more information about Hispanic Heritage Month. Throughout Hispanic Heritage Month, visit Valpak.com for activities, facts, music and more!

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Earn Free Lou Malnati’s Pizza with New Rewards App

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Lou Malnati's App

Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria has a new free app that will help you earn rewards for even more Lou Malnati’s deliciousness! (If you’re from Chicago, you know how good it is!)

With this new program:
– There is no signup fee
– You earn 1 point for every $1 spent
– 250 points = $20 reward
– Rewards do not expire
– Redeem one reward per transaction
– Redeem rewards Monday-Thursday
– Earn points in the Lou Malnati’s app when you use your linked credit or debit card
– Manage your account in the Lou Malnati’s app or online
– PLUS, you’re able to order online right in the app!

If you were a member of Lou Malnati’s Deep Dish Dough program, any points you currently have on your Deep Dish Dough card will transfer over. Your rewards dollars will NOT transfer, and you will have until October 11, 2016 to redeem any rewards you currently have on the card before they expire. If you have a stockpile of rewards, be sure to use them before they’re gone!

Use your referral link to invite your friends to the new rewards program. You’ll earn 10% progress for each friend that makes their first purchase and once you hit 100% (10 friends), you’ll get $20 off your purchase Monday-Thursday. BONUS: Each friend you refer gets $5 off their purchase!

Sign Up Here

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Chicago (and Suburbs) Staycation Ideas

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#Staycation

What are your plans for the summer? How about taking a “staycation” in Chicago and the suburbs? Check out the free and inexpensive events and activities in the area:

Museums and Other Attractions:

– Aurora – Blackberry Farm – Illinois residents get free admission on Family Fun Days on May 19 (9:30 a.m. to noon), June 10, June 24, July 8, and August 5.

– Aurora – Red Oak Nature Center – Admission is always free.

– Aurora – Sci-Tech Museum

– Bensenville – Fischer Farm – Admission is always free.

– Chicago – Adler Planetarium – Illinois residents get complimentary general admission on June 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, and 12. Illinois teachers (pre-K through 12) and active military personnel receive free general admission which can be applied to any admission pass.

– Chicago – Art Institute of Chicago – Illinois residents get free general admission every Thursday from 5 pm to 8 pm. Active-duty military and their families receive free admission to the museum from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Free admission is available to Illinois educators, including pre-K–12 teachers, teaching artists working in schools, pre-service teachers, and homeschool parents.

– Chicago – Chicago Botanic Garden – Admission is always free.

– Chicago – Chicago Children’s Museum

– Chicago – Chicago History Museum – Illinois residents get free admission on July 4, August 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 31, September 1, 2, and 3.

– Chicago – The DuSable Museum of African History – Illinois residents get free admission on Sundays. Children under 5 years old are always free.

– Chicago – The Field Museum – Illinois residents receive complimentary basic admission on June 4, 5, and 8. Illinois teachers (pre-K through 12) and active military personnel always receive free basic admission.

– Chicago – Garfield Park Conservatory – Admission is always free.

– Chicago – Millenium Park – Always free.

– Chicago – Museum of Contemporary Art – Admission is free for Illinois residents on Tuesdays year round.

– Chicago – Museum of Science and Industry – Illinois residents receive free admission from June 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, September 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 30. Active duty military, Illinois POWs, Chicago firefighters, Chicago police officers and Illinois teachers (pre-K through 12th grade) always get free admission.

– Chicago – Navy Pier – Admission is always free. You just have to pay for the activities or meals there.

– Chicago – The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum – Thursdays are suggested donation days for Illinois Residents. Children under 3 years old are always free.

– Chicago – Shedd Aquarium – Illinois residents receive free general admission or discounted upgraded admission on June 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, September 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29. Educators from Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin can receive a complimentary Shedd Pass by registering online. Active-duty military personnel, Chicago police officers and firefighters receive a free Shedd Pass with proper ID. Guests who present a valid Bank of America/Merrill Lynch ATM, credit, or debit card, along with photo identification, will receive one free general admission on the first full weekend of every month: June 6, 7, July 4, 5, August 1, 2, September 5, 6

– Elmhurst – Elmhurst Historical Museum – Admission is always free.

– Glenview – Kohl’s Children’s Museum

– Glenview – Wagner Farm

– Libertyville – Lambs Farm

– Naperville – DuPage Children’s Museum at Fox Valley Mall – Pay as you will admission.

– Naperville – Naper Settlement – Naperville residents get free admission with proof of residency.

– Rockford – Discovery Center Museum – Free admission for children 1 years old and younger.

– Wheaton – Cantigny Park

– There are per car parking fees.

* Borrow the Museum Adventure Pass from a participating library and get free admission to select museums and attractions.

Movies:

– Aurora – Movies in the Park – Paramount Theatre – Classic movies on Mondays for only $1 per ticket.

– Aurora – Movies in the Park – Phillips Park – Always free admission.

– Chicago – Movies in the Park – Always free admission.

– West Chicago – Cascade Drive-In – Bargain Sundays – only $15 per carload.

– Everywhere – Marcus Theatres – Two free passes to Kids Dream summer movies.

– Everywhere – Cinemark – Cinemark Movie Clubhouse – Movies for $1 per ticket or buy a pass for $5 for 10 movies.

– Everywhere – Classic Cinemas – Wednesday Morning Movie Series.

– Everywhere – Regal Entertainment Group – Movies for only $1 per ticket.

Sports:

– Everywhere – Kids Bowl Free – Sign up to receive 2 free bowling passes per day per child.

– Everywhere – Kids Skate Free – Sign up to receive 2 free roller skating passes per week per child.

– Chicago – Chicago Cubs

– Chicago – White Sox Kids Club – Sign up for a free 2015 Kids Club Slugger Membership and receive a voucher to get free tickets to one of the following White Sox game dates: 5/18, 5/19, 5/20, 5/21, 5/22, 6/8, 6/9, 6/10, 6/17, 6/18, 7/6, 7/7, 7/8, 7/9, 8/3, 8/4, 8/10, 8/11, 8/12, 8/27, 9/8, 9/9, 9/14, 9/15, 9/16, 9/17, 9/29, 9/30, 10/1, 10/2.

– Geneva – Kane County Cougars

– Schaumburg – Schaumburg Boomers – There is a Family Sunday Deal where you’ll receive 4 tickets, 4 hot dogs, and 4 sodas on any of the following dates: May 25, June 8, June 22, July 6, July 13, July 27, August 10, and August 24.

Water Parks:

– Aurora – Splash Country Water Park – There are Twilight discount admissions.

– Des Plaines – Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center

– Gurnee – Hurricane Harbor

– Gurnee – Magic Waters Waterpark – There are many special packages, which include waterpark admission.

– Rockford – Magic Waters Waterpark

– Yorkville – Raging Waves – Children 2 years old and under are always free.

Zoos:

– Aurora – Phillips Park

– Brookfield – Brookfield Zoo

– Chicago – Lincoln Park Zoo

– Wheaton – Cosley Zoo – Free admission for birth to 17 years old.

* We’ll continue to add more to this list as we find more events and attractions in the Chicago-area to help you have a wonderful staycation! Check back often for our updates. Leave a comment for us if you have any ideas on what to add to our list.

If you are looking for staycation ideas in other areas of the country, check out the city nearest you:

A – D

Phoenix, Arizona — Saving For Someday
Fresno, California — Living A Frugal Life
Orange County, California — More With Less Today
San Diego, California — Southern Cali Saver
Denver, Colorado — Bargain Blessings
Washington, District of Columbia — Kidventurous

F – I

Disney World, Florida — The Happy Housewife
Jacksonville, Florida — Saving The Family Money
Orlando, Florida — Coupon Mamacita
St Augustine, Florida — Simply St. Augustine
Tallahasse, Florida — SwagGrabber
Tampa Bay, Florida — LaToyaEdwards.net
Atlanta, Georgia — Pretty Frugal Diva
Dahlonega, Georgia — Kathys Cluttered Mind
Savannah, Georgia — This Mommy Saves Money
Aurora/Chicago, Illinois — A Savings WOW!
Chicago, Illinois — Entertaining Chicago
Indianapolis, Indiana — Chaos Is Bliss

K – P

Lexington, Kentucky — Homeschool Village
Louisville, Kentucky — The Kennedy Adventures
Northern Kentucky, Kentucky — Simply Sherryl
Carroll County, Maryland — Looking at life CreativLEI
Boston, Massachusetts — Maven of Savin
Battle Creek, Michigan — Pichea Place
Grand Rapids, Michigan — Give Me Neither
Metro Detroit, Michigan — Saving Dollars and Sense
Kansas City Area, Missouri/Kansas — Redefined Mom
Omaha, Nebraska — Family Fun in Omaha
Central, New Jersey — Our Good Life
Cincinnati, Ohio — Adventure Mom
Cleveland, Ohio — Kosher on a Budget
Columbus, Ohio — Cleverly Simple
Dayton, Ohio — Savings Lifestyle
Mansfield & Richland County, Ohio — The Traveling Praters
Miami County, Ohio — Something 2 Offer
Northeast, Ohio — Sisters Shopping on a Shoestring
Portland, Oregon — Frugal Living NW
Harrisburg/Central, PA — Family Balance Sheet
Erie, Pennsylvania — Growing Kids Ministry
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — Moms Need To Know
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — The Coupon High

R – W

Arlington, Texas — Grocery Shop For FREE
Fort Worth, Texas — Coupons and Freebies Mom
Houston, Texas — Melissa’s Bargains
Katy, Texas — Moms Confession
San Antonio, Texas — How to Homeschool My Child
Tyler, Texas — iLoveMy5Kids
Charlottesville, Virgina — How to Have it All
Norfolk, Virgina — The Talking Suitcase
Richmond, Virgina — Vacation Maybe
Seattle, Washington — Thrifty NW Mom
Tacoma/South Puget Sound, Washington — Queen Bee Coupons
Oshkosh, Wisconsin — A Little Bit of This and That

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Staycation Deal: Raging Waves Waterpark Admission as low as $12.90 through 7/6/14

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If you are looking for something fun to do with your family, especially during the summer heat, then you will want to take advantage of this HOT deal on a Raging Waves Waterpark admission ticket! Right now on Living Social, you can purchase weekday admission tickets for only $15 each (regularly $29 each). To make it even better, use the promo code 14JULY and it drops it down to only $12.90 per ticket.

We were at Raging Waves Waterpark this past Saturday with some of our fellow bloggers and their families and many of us ended up staying until closing time. Our kids were having so much fun with all of the things they have to do there. Here’s a glimpse of some of their attractions:

You can read the reviews on {kidlist} and Front Row Mama.

Terms and conditions of the tickets: Limit 1 per customer, up to 3 additional as gifts. Voucher valid for any non-holiday weekday (M – F) for the 2014 season. Voucher not valid July 4, 2014. Voucher valid for the 2014 operating season and will expire 8/22/14. Please check website for operating schedule; schedule subject to change, operations are weather permitting. After the voucher’s expiration date, base paid value of $15 can only be applied to purchase of Full Day over 48″ admission ticket (1 voucher per over 48″ ticket purchased). Paid value not valid with any other offers, promotions or discounts. Paid value can only be applied in person at guest services. Promotion not valid with any other offers, promotions or discounts. Entire value must be used in a single visit/ Other conditions apply.

Terms and conditions of the 14JULY coupon code: *Maximum savings of $20 USD on purchases made in USD Dollars, $20 CAD on purchases made in CAD Dollars. Promo code must be used between July 1, 2014 12:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) and July 6, 2014, 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time). Promo codes may only be used on new purchases and cannot be applied to previous purchases. Promotion requires a LivingSocial account, and is subject to terms and conditions found at here. Entire amount must be used in one transaction; no partial redemptions; may not be combined with any other offer. Promo codes not valid for ticket or Deal purchases required to be completed on a third party site. May not be used on government provided services. LivingSocial reserves the right to cancel the promotion at any time. This offer is single-use and non-transferrable. If you return your purchase, you will be refunded the amount paid. Offer good while supplies last. Void where prohibited. Valid in the US and Canada only.

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Half Price Books Kids Books Giveaway for Nonprofits and Educators

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Attention teachers, educators, and other nonprofit organizations! Half Price Books is giving away free books throughout April at their following locations:
– Wednesday, April 2 at 2 pm – Independence, MO
– Wednesday, April 2 at 3 pm – Fremont, CA
– Thursday, April 3 at 10 am – Beavercreek, OH
– Thursday, April 3 at 2 pm – Marion, IA
– Friday, April 4 at 2 pm – Olathe, KS
– Tuesday, April 8 at 10 am – Madison, WI
– Tuesday, April 8 at 10 am – Mason, OH
– Tuesday, April 8 at 4 pm – Mayfield Heights, OH
– Wednesday, April 9 at 10 am – San Antonio, TX
– Wednesday, April 9 at 2 pm – Columbus, OH
– Wednesday, April 9 at 2 pm – Clive, IA
– Thursday, April 10 at 10 am – Monroeville, PA
– Friday, April 11 at 10 am – San Marcos, TX
– Saturday, April 12 at 10 am – Corpus Christi, TX
– Saturday, April 12 at 10 am – College Station, TX
– Saturday, April 12 at 10 am – Niles, IL
– Saturday, April 12 at 10 am – Naperville, IL
– Tuesday, April 15 at 10 am – Rockford, IL
– Tuesday, April 15 at 9 am – Ft. Wayne, IN
– Tuesday, April 15 at 2 pm – Dallas, TX
– Tuesday, April 15 at 2 pm – Omaha, NE
– Wednesday, April 16 at 9 am – Indianapolis, IN
– Wednesday, April 16 at 10 am – Round Rock, TX
– Wednesday, April 16 at 4 pm – Lexington, KY
– Thursday, April 17 at 9 am – Bloomington, IN
– Thursday, April 17 at 10 am – Phoenix, AZ
– Tuesday, April 22 at 10 am – Appleton, WI
– Tuesday, April 22 at 2 pm – Plano, TX
– Tuesday, April 22 at 4 pm – Bowling Green, KY
– Wednesday, April 23 at 10 am – Edmond, OK
– Wednesday, April 23 at 4 pm – Louisville, KY
– Thursday, April 24 at 10 am – Tacoma, WA
– Thursday, April 24 at 2 pm – Ft. Worth, TX
– Saturday, April 26 at 10 am – Houston, TX (North Oaks)
– Saturday, April 26 at 10 am – Houston, TX (Westheimer/Montrose)
– Saturday, April 26 at 10 am – Roseville, MN
– Saturday, April 26 at 10 am – Schaumburg, IL
– Tuesday, April 29 at 10 am – Olympia, WA
– Saturday, April 30 at 10 am – Everett, WA
– Saturday, April 30 at 2 pm – Rockwall, TX

To participate, register by filling out the form on Half Price Books’ website. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Print out and bring the confirmation email to the event to check-in.

Please observe the following Half Pint Library giveaway rules:

  1. Books donated through the Half Pint Library program are not to be sold at any time for any reason.
  2. Depending on the number of books collected and the number of agencies coming for pick up, quantities may be limited. Books will be given out on a first come, first served basis to qualifying nonprofit organizations & schools while supplies last. Pre-registration does not guarantee that you will receive books.
  3. Agencies must arrive with their own transportation to pick-up books. 
  4. Books will be an assortment of children’s and young adult books in manageable boxes ready to be loaded. Agencies will not be able to sift through boxes to pick and choose books.
  5. They reserve the right to request identification of your nonprofit or education status at any time.
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Sunday Coupon Insert Preview 3/9/14

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Coupons

Here are the coupons that are scheduled to be in the inserts:

SMART SOURCE:

Ajax $.25/1 dish liquid 30oz+ or auto dish pacs (3/29)
Aussie $1/2 shampoo, conditioner or styler products ets (4/30)
Belvita $1/2 breakfast biscuits 8.8oz+ (4/25)
Benefiber $1.50/1 product (5/11)
Better Than! $1/1 dog treats (6/9)
BIC $3/1 disposable razor (4/5)
Chicken of the Sea $.55/2 5oz solid white albacore tuna dnd (4/12)
Clairol $3/1 age defy, nice’n easy foam or perfect 10 hair color ets (4/30)
Claritin $2/1 children’s syrup or chewables 20ct+ (4/6)
Claritin $3/1 children’s syrup 4oz+ (3/16)
Claritin $4/1 D 15ct+ (4/30)
Claritin $4/1 D 15ct+ (4/6)
Claritin $5/1 children’s chewables 20ct+ (3/16)
Clear Care $1.50/1 solution 12oz+ (4/30)
Clearasil $.75/1 daily clear product (4/20)
Clearasil $1/1 ultra product (4/20)
Colgate $.50/1 kids toothbrush (3/29)
Colgate $.50/1 kids toothpaste 4.6oz (3/29)
Colgate $1/1 360 or slim soft manual toothbrush (3/29)
Colgate $1/1 mouthwash 8oz+ (4/5)
Colgate $1/1 total, optic white, max fresh or sensitive toothpaste 3.4oz+ (3/22)
GenTeal $1.50/1 lubricant eye drops (4/30)
Gevalia $1.50/1 product (4/5)
Glade $.55/1 premium room spray (4/19)
Glade $1/2 premium room sprays (4/19)
Hansen’s $.50/1 12oz natural cane sugar or diet soda multipack (7/31)
Herbal Essences $3/2 shampoo, conditioner or styling products ets (4/30)
Hormel $.55/2 chili products (5/5)
ICaps $3/1 eye vitamin formula (4/30)
Irish Spring $.50/1 body wash excludes 2.5oz (3/29)
Irish Spring $.50/1 multi-bar packs 6pk+ (3/29)
Jolly Time $.50/1 microwave popcorn (4/30)
Kraft $.75/1 mayo or miracle whip dressing dnd (4/12)
Kraft $1/2 natural cheese blocks (4/9)
MiO $1/1 regular, energy or fit 1.62floz (4/9)
Nature Made $2/2 products (4/9)
Nature Made $3/1 adult gummies product (4/9)
Nature Valley $.50/1 soft=baked oatmeal squares 6ct+ (5/3)
Nature Valley $.75/1 protein crunchy granola (4/19)
Nonni’s $1/2 biscotti (5/9)
Opti-Free $1.50/1 puremoist solution or replenish solution 10oz+ (4/30)
Pillsbury $.30/2 refrigerated grands biscuits (5/31)
Prevacid 24HR $10/2 28 or 42ct products (4/5)
Rachael Ray $1/1 nutrish dog treats (6/9)
Rachael Ray $1/2 nutrish delish wet dog food 8oz+ (6/9)
Rachael Ray $2/1 nutrish dry dog food 4lbs+ (6/9)
Resolve $.50/1 stain remover product (4/20)
Resolve $1/1 powder, foam or steam product (4/20)
Resolve $2/1 easy clean product (4/2)
Sharpie $1.50/1 product 4ct+ (6/9)
Speed Stick $1/1 mens or lady 2.3oz+ (3/29)
Starbucks $1.50/1 k-cup pack 10 or 16ct (5/19)
Starbucks $4/2 k-cup packs 10 or 16ct (5/19)
Systane $1.50/1 lubricant eye drops formula (4/30)
Woolite $1/1 product 50oz+ (4/20)
Zaditor $5/1 allergy drops 2x5ml twin pack (4/30)
Zaditor/Naphcon-A $3/1 Zaditor 5ml or Naphcon-A 15ml eye allergy drop (4/30)

REDPLUM #1:

Bertoli $.60/1 excludes twin packs (4/6)
Country Crock $.50/1 spread excluding honey or cinnamon flavored spread (4/6)
Gillette $1/1 disposables ets (4/30)
Gillette $3/1 mach3 razor ets (4/30)
Gillette $3/2 disposables ets (4/30)
Giovanni Rana $1/1 refrigerated pasta (6/16)
Giovanni Rana $1/1 refrigerated sauce (6/16)
Hefty $1/1 clip-fresh permanent food storage containers (4/15)
Hefty $1/2 slider bags 12ct+ (5/31)
L’Oreal $1/ Paris skincare item ets (5/3)
L’Oreal $1/1 paris moisturizer ets (5/3/14)
L’Oreal $3/2 paris skincare items ets (5/3)
Purina $1/1 10oz+ t-bonz or tiny t-bonz (6/9)
Purina Pro Plan $2/1 dog snacks (5/19)
Purina Pro Plan $3/1 dog food bag (5/19)
Purina Pro Plan Buy 2 cans or tubs, get 1 can or tub free up to $2.39) (5/19)
Ragu $1/2 products (4/6)
Suave $.50/1 body wash product excludes kids and trial (4/6)
Suave $.50/1 deodorant product excludes 1.4oz and trial (4/6)
Suave $1.50/1 body lotion 18oz+ ets (4/6)
Suave Kids $1/1 body wash product ets (4/6)
Suave Kids $1/1 hair product ets (4/6)
Suave Naturals $.50/2 shampoos or conditioners 22oz+ ets (4/6)
Suave Professionals $1.50/1 infusion shampoo or conditioner gold bottles only ets (4/6)
Suave Professionals $1.50/1 moroccan 10oz body lotion ets (4/6)
Suave Professionals $2/1 infusion styling or treatment item gold bottles only ets (4/6)
Suave Professionals $2/1 moroccan 18oz body lotion ets (4/6)
Success $.50/1 rice product (6/1)
Wisk $1.50/1 item (4/20)

REDPLUM #2:

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