Deal of the day - Veterans Day sale at Value Village

Value Village is having a Veterans Dale sale on Monday, November 12 from 9 am-9 pm.  The sale will feature 50% off all clothing, shoes, accessories and bed and bath.

These sales are usually pretty crazy when it opens, but by Noon is it not so busy.

Deal of the day - Cheap CFL and shower head kit at Capital Mall

Puget Sound Energy will be selling home energy kits at the Capital Mall from November 9 through December 30. Each kit contains 4-60w spiral CFL bulbs, 8-60w CFL bulb in the regular shape and a 1.5 GPM shower head   The kits are only $5 and will be sold at the main entrance by the food court.

Deal of the day - Free visit with Santa Saturday, November 10

Santa will be visiting at the Capital Mall Children's Place on Saturday, November 10 from Noon-4pm.  Get a jump start on the holiday season with candy, activities and more.

Link to find another store location

Deal of the day - More free game rentals from Redbox

I posted a code for a free Redbox game a while back.  Well, here are five more codes good for the first night of a game rental.  All codes will be good until December 31.

If you have more than one cell phone in your family, you can get codes sent to the other phones as well.

Send a text to 727272 with one of these codes.  You must send each code in a separate message.
JUSTDANCE (This is the code I previously posted)
TRYREDBOX
TRYGAMES
SCREEN
RENT
TRYITOUT

A text with the promo code for the game rental will sent back to you.

Link to find a Redbox near you

Deal of the day - JCPennys offering free haircuts for kids

Don't forget, JCPenny is offering free kids haircuts every Sunday in November. There are still lots of times available    I was able to make an appointment with only two days notice.

I was told that the free cuts will continue at least through November, and maybe even longer.

Don't forget to tip your stylist!

Deal of the day - Open house at Yankee Candle

The Westfield Capital Mall Yankee Candle is having a holiday open house on Saturday, November 3 from 10 am-4 pm.  They will have free giveaways every hour and free food!

Bonus deal - Free Betty Crocker 2013 calendar with recipes

Betty Crocker is giving away free 2013 calendars. You must be a member, or register to become a member.
Membership benefits include access to exclusive coupons and recipes.

I have received  these calendars in years past.  They have great recipes with pictures.  It may even get here in time to give as a Christmas gift.

Link to Betty Crocker

Deal of the day - Free 8x10 collage print at Walgreen

Wallgreens is giving away free 8x10 collage prints.  Use the code COLLAGEFREE at check out and choose in store pick up to avoid shipping costs.  This offer is good until November 3.

Link to Walgreens Photo Center

Deal of the day - Free Amazon MP3 song for sharing on Facebook

Amazon is giving away one free MP3 up to $1.29 for sharing your favorite party song on Facebook.

Link to Amazon promotion

Deal of the day - Free indoor Halloween

Join the Church of Living Water and Westfield Capital on Wednesday, October 31 from 6-9pm, for a free, fun and safe alternative to outdoor trick-or-treating. Enjoy face painting, bounce houses, trick-or-treating at participating retailers (while supplies last), raffles, games and more.

Link to Facebook page

Deal of the day - Mattel Toys up to 60% off

Today is the perfect time to start your Christmas shopping.  Mattel has lots of toys on sale up to 60% off.  They also offer free shipping when you spend $50 or more.  If you sign up for their emails, they will send you a coupon for 10% off your first order.  Link to sign up for emails

We gave this rocket car science kit as a gift last year.  It was very cool, and worked really well.  It is on sale for $6.49.  Extra fuel packets are on sale for $2.49, but you can use the traditional baking soda and vinegar.  They also give you recipes for other fuels to use.
Link to Mattel sale




  

Quick and easy Granola Bars

I came across this recipe on laurenslatest.com for No-Bake Chocolate Chip Granola Bars.  She adapted the recipe from Rachael Ray.  I thought this must be too good to be true.  Granola bars in less than 10 minutes?  Well my friends, let me tell you it is true, and they are delicious!

I added flax seeds to the recipe.  You could add all kinds of things to these like chopped nuts, sunflower seeds or dried fruit.  They are pretty healthy, and really could not be any easier.  The recipe calls for a jelly roll pan.  I used a casserole dish that I lined with a silicone mat to make it easier to remove.  You could also use parchment paper.

Quick and Easy Granola Bars
Yield 10-12 bars

1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup honey
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 cups quick cooking oats (not rolled oats)
1 cup crispy rice cereal
1/4 cup flax seed
1/2 tsp vanilla
2 T mini chocolate chips

In a large bowl, stir oats, rice cereal, and flax seeds together.  Set aside.  In a small pot, melt butter  honey and brown sugar over medium high heat until it comes to a bubble.  Reduce heat and cook 2 minutes stirring occasionally   Remove from heat, add vanilla and stir.  Pour over dry ingredients and mix well to coat evenly   Pour into a lightly greased small jelly roll pan (about 12x8x1) and press to evenly coat the bottom.  You really, really want to press it down to pack firmly.  If you do not pack it down, the bars will not stick together   Sprinkle with the mini chocolate chips and press them down lightly.  Cool at room temperature for two hours to set before cutting them into bars.  Wrap in parchment or plastic wrap and store at room temperature.

Bonus deal of the weekend! - Tumwater Fred Meyer Grand Reopening

The Tumwater Fred Meyer is done with their remodel, and they are celebrating big this weekend!  And I mean BIG!  All coupons are good for Friday-Sunday.

There is an ad in the Olympian today with these coupons.  I imagine that they will have this ad available in the store as well:
Fred Meyer Tender Twist Bread $0.88 - Limit 2
Fred Meyer Large Eggs $0.99 - Limit 1
Campbell's Chunky Soup $0.99 - Limit 4 Link to coupon for additional $0.50 off three
Fred Meyer apple juice 64 oz $1.50 - Limit 2
Angle Soft Bath Tissue 4 pk $0.79 - Limit 2
Oreo Cookies $1.50 - Limit 2
Bulk rice, beans, or pasta 40% off - Limit 10 pounds
Starbucks Latte 12 oz, select varieties
Extra 25% off apparel shoes and accessories for men, women and kids
$25 loaded to rewards card for a transferred prescription

There are also lots of great deals in the store.  Here are some of my favorites:
50% off all 2013 calendars
Buy 2, get 1 free Skylanders single characters
Green bell peppers $0.39 per pound
Cantaloupe $0.29 per pound - limit 4
Foster Farms Whole Fryers $0.77 per pound - limit 2
8 piece fried or baked chicken $4.99
8" fruit pie $2.49

Here are additional coupons to print:
$3 off $3 or more of seafood
$3 off $3 or more of meat
Bananas $0.39 per pound  - Limit 5 pounds
Simple Truth Organic Milk $2.79 - Limit 4
All Zero, Pur and Brita pitchers 50% off
All throws 50% off
Extra $4 off any BluRay or DVD movie

Extra 25% off apparel shoes and accessories for men, women and kids

Link for extra coupons to print

There are lots of things going on in the store:
Saturday, October 27
Fred Meyer bear from 11am-4pm
Combo deLuxe Noon-3pm
Clowns 11am-5pm
FREE ice cream cups 1pm-3pm
Activities at the store:

Sunday, October 28
Fred Meyer bear from 11am-4pm
Combo deLuxe Noon-3pm
Clowns 11am-5pm
FREE cupcakes 1pm-3pm

Deal of the day - Free Halloween Lego Set at Toys R Us

Toys R Us is giving away free Lego Monster Accessory Packs today from 12-2 pm on Saturday, October 27.

Link to event info

Deal of the day - Winco pumpkins and almost free soda

I stopped by WinCo yesterday to pick up a few things.   I noticed their pumpkins were only $0.17 per pound.  Then I noticed the soda sitting right in front of them, and just couldn't pass this deal up.

There are hang tags on the Fanta and Barq's display right in front of the pumpkins.  The soda is on sale for $1.12.  The hang tags are good for $1 off when you buy a pumpkin.  Score!

Here is the break down of what I paid:
29.91 pounds of pumpkins (the two pictured) at $0.17 per pound = $5.08
Two 2-liter sodas $2.24 - $2 in coupons = $0.24
Grand total  $5.34

Deal of the day - Free game rental at Redbox

Redbox is offering a free video game rental   Text "justdance" on your cell phone to 727272.  They will text you back a code to enter for a free game rental.  The code is good until  December 31, 2012.

Deal of the day - Date night for $24

Today's deal is from Spreebird Deals.  Today they are selling two tickets good at Cinemark, Century Theaters, CineArts, or Tinseltown plus a $50 gift card for Restaurant.com for $24.  This would be great for a date night or Christmas gift.

There is no expiration date on the tickets or gift card.  The movie tickets are good for any regular movie.  There may be an extra charge added for IMAX or 3D movies when redeemed.

Link to Spreebird Deal

Deal of the day - BOGO at Burger King

Amazon Local is offering  BOGO vouchers for Burger King.  You can get your choice of:

• Free Whopper Sandwich with purchase of another
• Free Original Chicken Sandwich with purchase of another
• Free Real Fruit Smoothie with purchase of another

Vouchers will be good until November 4.  Limit one voucher per person.

Link to Amazon Local deal

Deal of the day - Garage sale at the OLD OHOCM

This Saturday, October 20, there will be a garage sale at the OLD Olympia Hand's on Children's Museum   They will have toys, games, office furniture, file cabinets, and more.  Basically, they are selling off everything that will not be going in to the new museum.  The sale will be from 9 am-2 pm, and they will accept cash or credit.

116 11th Ave SW
Olympia, 98501

Deal of the day - Free 8x10 Photo at Walgreens

Walgreens is offering a free 8x10 photo print.  This offer is good through October 20.

Enter code TRULYFREE at checkout.  Choose to pickup at the store to avoid shipping costs.

Link to Walgreens photo

Deal of the day - Cereal at Albertsons for $0.75!

What kid doesn't like cereal?  I am the kind of Mom that only buys the healthy cereal, unless it is your birthday or we are on vacation.  My kids eat cereal for snacks as well as breakfast, so we go through a lot.

This week (October 17-23) is the perfect storm for savings!  Albertsons is having their Round Up Sale, which means they will round up EVERY coupon to $1 off!  Combine that with their cereal sale for great savings.

They have Multi-Grain Cheerios, Honey Nut Cheerios  Lucky Charms, Golden Grahams, Cocoa Puffs, Reeses Puffs, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Frosted Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Cookie Crisp, Trix, and Kix on sale for $1.75 each when you buy four boxes.

Here are some links for sites to print coupons on these cereals.  Each coupon will be rounded up to $1 off, bringing to cost to $0.75 per box!
link to Coupons.com
Link to Betty Crocker for cereal coupons
Box Tops for Education coupons
Pilsbury.com coupons


Be on the lookout for specially marked boxes with codes good for a free movie ticket when you buy two.  Link to site to enter codes for free movie ticket  Your free ticket will be good at most theaters.  The website has a list of theaters which will accept the free ticket coupon.

Deals galore!

Here are a few deals I have found around town:

• The Fashion Bug is going out of business.  I have not checked it out, but the signs say markdowns up to 60% off!
• The Albertsons at Pacific Ave (corner of Carpenter Rd) is also closing.  Markdowns are 75% off!  The only catch is the craziness of the store!  It is worse than any Black Friday I have ever seen.  After  driving around for a parking spot (should have been my first clue), when I entered the store the line was crazy!  The employee standing there said the wait in line was about two hours!  I didn't have that amount of time to kill, and waiting in line is my biggest pet peeve!  I may brave it again another day.
• Regal Crown club members can get BOGO free tickets to see "Won't Back Down" October 12-18.  Swipe your club card when purchasing tickets to get the free ticket.  Link for showtimes
• Amazon is having a huge sale on TP.  You can get 48 double rolls of Quilted Northern for $23.94.  If you want to save even more,  there is a link under the price info for an extra $1 off, and if you subscribe and save they will take off an extra 5%.  These discounts bring the total to $21.74 for 48 double rolls delivered to your house for free.
  Subscription dates are at monthly intervals, i.e. 1 month, 2 months, etc.  You can change your preferences for the delivery date of the subscription at any time or cancel it if the price goes up. Link to Amazon deal

Deal of the day - Free movie or game rental at Redbox

Redbox is celebrating it's 10th birthday by giving away free movie or game rentals for Wednesday, October 10 only.

Enter promo code "birthday" when checking out to get the discount.

Deal of the day - 20% off entire purchase at Big Lots

Print this coupon to get 20 % off your entire purchase at Big Lots today, October 7.

Deal of the day - Free kids day at Huntamer Park today

Today is Kids Day at Huntamer Park in Lacey.  They will have lots of free events including: music, giant slides, bounce houses, crafts, games and more.  The event is from 11am- 2pm October 6.

Link for more info and directions

Deal of the day - Lord of the Rings Blu-Ray

Walmart has the Lord of the Rings Trilogy on Blu-Ray for only $9.86!  This is a pre-order that will ship on December 4.  What a great Christmas gift!

Link to Walmart deal

Deal of the day - LMNOP Sale this weekend

There is a LMNOP Kids consignment sale this weekend at the Thruston County Fair Grounds.

Saturday 9am-4pm
Sunday 11am-2pm  Deal and discount day.  Most items are 50% off and many are only $1

Link to LMNOP website

Deal of the day - $10 at LimeBerry for only $5

Dealsaver has an offer for a $10 LimeBerry voucher for only $5.  There are three locations in our area to choose from.

We love LimeBerry.  Great flavors, and who doesn't love a toppings bar?

Link to LimeBerry deal

Deal of the day - Corn Maze fun for younger kids

Today's deal on Living Social is four kids tickets (12 and younger), four adult tickets (one per child), ice cream and a mystery prize for $15.  Courtyard Corn Maze is located in Tumwater.  They also have pony rides and more.

This offer is good until Tuesday, October 2, and must be used by October 31.

Living Social deal
Courtyard Corn Maze website

Deal of the day - Cheap trial membership at YMCA

If you have been wondering if you would ever really use a gym membership, then today's deal is for you.  You can get a one month membership single membership to the South Sound YMCA for $25 or $35 for a family.  Included is a $20 credit which can be used towards playcare, youth programming, a massage, a nutrition consultation or personal training.

Promotional value us good for 116 days after purchase, so you can wait till those holiday pounds start adding up.

Link to YMCA dealsaver

Deal of the day - Kids eat free at Olive Garden

Purchase an adult entree and get a free kids meal at the Olive Garden from September 10-16. Just print out the coupon which will get you up to two free meals.

Link to Olive Garden Coupon

Deal of the day - More free haircuts at JCPenny

Due to the overwhelming response, JCPenny is bringing back their free haircuts for kids.  Every Sunday in November (4, 11, 18, 25) kids in grades K-6 can get a free hair cut.  You do not need a coupon for this offer, but be sure to confirm the deal when you make your appointment.  Don't forget to tip your stylist!

Find a salon near you

Deal of the day - Eastside Big Tom

Today's deal is $5 for a $10 voucher at the Eastside Big Tom.  The voucher is good for six months and can be used for breakfast, lunch or dinner.  Who doesn't love a Big Tom burger, fries and goop?

Link to Big Tom deal

Deal of the day - Drive in fun for the family

Skyline Drive-In  is showing Brave, Ice Age 4, and Avengers this weekend.  Adults are $7, kids 6-11 are $2, and  under 5 are free.

Their snack bar special this week is: 2 cheeseburgers, 2 small sodas, an XL order of fries for $10, or a kid's 6 piece chicken nugget, kid sized soda and fries for $3.50.

Skyline Drive-In Facebook page

Deal of the day - Children's Place sale Friday and Saturday

Children's Place is having their 25% off everything, even clearance sale!  You can also get free shipping with no minimum purchase.  This deal makes their kids jeans only $7.50!  Sale is good for August 24-25, use code save25.

I bought a couple of pairs in the next size up for my big guy.  He's not in that size yet, but I won't find a deal like that in the middle of the school year.

Link to Children's Place

Deal of the day - How to save money at the Puyallup Fair

If you are planning on going to the Puyallup Fair this year, now is the time to buy your tickets and save money.  The fair runs from September 7-23.  Here are some of the ways you can save money at the fair:

• Opening day, September 7, you can get free admission with a  canned food donation between 9am-Noon.
• Opening weekend, kids 18 and under get free gate admission.  Here is the link to print the required coupon.  BECU kid's ticket for 8th and 9th
• Monday, September 10, you can get 1/2 off rides if you purchase tickets online.  You will get 40 tickets for $10.
• Active duty, retired, and reserve members of the military and their dependents get free admission on September 10 and 17.  Just show ID at the gate.
• You can get unlimited rides for one low price with a Comcast Dizzy Pass.  Bracelets are $22.50  if you buy online or $27.50 onsite.  Bracelets are valid Tuesday 9/11-Thursday 9/13 and Mon 9/17-Thursday 9/20.  Dizzy Pass also includes one free game, and are good for all midway rides except Extreme Scream.
• Fred Meyer is selling value packs.  You can get 2 gate admissions, 6 rides, and 10 food bucks for $34.95 until Friday, September 7.  This will save you 42% over gate prices.
• Most schools will give out free children's admission tickets.  If you don't get one sent home, you can call the office to find out if they have them.
• If you are planning on attending a concert at the fair, gate admission is included with the ticket.

Deal of the day - Cheap ice cream cones at BK

Burger King is offering soft serve ice cream cones for $0.50 each.  Limited time, valid at participating locations.  I know the Tumwater location is included.

Burger King link for offer details

Deal of the day - Free child's IMAX admission to see Indiana Jones

It has never been a better time to be a Regal Crown Club member.  Besides earning points for free tickets, and concessions, you can now get a free child's IMAX ticket for Indiana Jones Raiders of the Lost Ark when you purchase an adult ticket for $15.  You will also get 10 extra credit points.

The movie will be in theaters for one week, September 7-13, and will be showing at the Lacey and Seattle Regal Cinemas.

You must purchase your ticket at the box office.  Offer is not valid with online sales.

All of the movies will be available on Blu-ray September 18.  You can pre-order now with Amazon for $68.99, but I imagine they will have sales closer to Christmas

Regal Cinemas Locations with Raiders of the Lost Ark movie

Deal of the day - Free bike helmets

You can get a free fitting and bike helmet on Saturday, August 18, from 10am to 1pm at the Lacey Kohl's store.  Helmets are available for kids 1 to 18, and wearer must be present and fitted for helmet.  Supplies are limited.

681 Sleater-Kinney Rd
Lacey, WA  98503

Learn more at makesurethehelmetfits.org

Helmets will also be available at the Tukwila Kohl's store on September 8 from 10am to 1pm.

17150 Southcenter Pkwy
Tukwila, WA 98188

Bonus deal of the day - Famous Footwear sale

Just in time for your back to school shopping, Famous Footwear is having their BOGO 1/2 off sale.  To sweeten the deal they are offering Rewards customers an extra 20% off.  If you are not a Rewards customer, you can still get an extra 15 % off!

Offer is good in store or online, and you can always return online purchases in the store for free.

Online codes: Rewards 20% off SCHOOL20E or non-rewards 15% off SCHOOL15E.

Link to Famous Footwear - Top banner has a link to click on to print 20% or 15% coupons.

Deal of the day - OHOP Pioneer Farm tour

Living Social is offering a 90 minute interactive tour of OHOP Pioneer Farm for $17.  The tour is good for two adults and two kids.  Tours during the summer are offered every day.

We went to OHOP for a school field trip.  It was very interesting and a lot of fun!  Probably the best school field trip so far.  It is all hands on, with lots of fun activities for kids of all ages.

Living Social OHOP deal

Deal of the day - YMCA swim lessons

Living Social is offering a month of twice-weekly swim lessons at South Sound YMCA for $30.  This offer is for kids 6 and older.

We have been taking swim lessons at the Y since our oldest was 20 months old.  They are great!

Living Social YMCA deal

Deal of the day - 50 free prints from Target

Target has their digital prints on sale for $0.10 this week.  They also have a coupon on their website for $5 off of 50 or more prints which would make them free!

Link to Target coupons

Deal of the day Staples gift card for 50% off

You can buy a $15 Staples gift card for $7.50 today on Saveology.  Your voucher will be available immediately, so you can print it and bring it in to the store today.  Staples is my favorite office store!  I love their easy rebates, great customer service, and rewards program.

Saveology Staples deal

Deal of the day - 25% off all kids clothes at Goodwill

South Sound Goodwill stores are offering 25% off all kids clothes in August.  They also have different specials each week which go along with the back to school theme (i.e. books, school supplies)

Deal of the day - Olympia Hardware Supply deal from Living Social

Living Social is offering a $25 voucher for only $12.  This is a great way to support a locally owned company, and save money!  The promotional value us good until December 11, so you can even use towards Christmas gifts!

Living Social Olympia Hardware Supply deal

Deal of the day - Back to school deals for August 5-11

Target
90 ct Post-it pad $1
Sharpie 2 ct fine tip marker $1
Sharpie 3 ct highlighter $1
Scotch tape $0.49
Sterlite pencil case $0.49
24 ct Ticonderoga pencils $3
20 ct sheet protectors $1

Walmart
Don't forget Walmart will match any advertised price for the same product.
Composition notebook $0.50
Germ-X hand sanitizer $1.98
Elmers 2 ct glue sticks $0.50
Pink erasers 2 ct $0.50
Fiskars 5" blunt or pointed scissors $1.47
Crayola markers $0.97
Crayola colored pencils $0.97
Crayola washable markers or crayons $1.97

OffiiceMax
Up to 5 free composition notebooks with $5 purchase
Ruler first 3 for $0.05
Schoolio 1" or 1.5" poly binder first 3 for $0.25
Westcott 5" blunt or pointed scissors first 3 for $0.50
Paper Mate 3 ct pink erasers $0.75
Paper Mate 4 ct pens $1
Lexar 8GB flash drive $4.99
Paper Mate black 3 ct erasers or 3 ct white erasers $0.50 with coupon
Sharpie 5 ct highlighters $1 with coupon
Quartet 4 ct black or assorted $1 with coupon
Avery 5 tab dividers $1 with coupon

Staples
Staples filler paper$0.01 with $5 purchase
Post-It 2"x3" multiuse labels $2.99-$2.99 rebate = free
Bic velocity 2 ct gel pens $0.025
Pentel white 3 ct erasers $0.025
Staples mini composition notebook 4.5" x 3.25" 2 ct $0.25
Papermate 5 ct mechanical pencils $0.50
Staples pencil box $0.50
Bic Wite-Out 2 ct $0.50
Crayola classics thin or broad 10 ct markers $0.75
Bic dry-eraser markers 4 ct assorted $1
Sharpie 5 ct fine tip $1
Hammermill copy paper $6.00-$5.99 rebate = $1
Westcott 5" scissors 2 ct $1

Office Depot
Scholastic school glue 4 oz limit 3 $0.01
Office3 Depot filler paper $0.25
Office Depot 3 ct erasers $0.25
tug 2 hole manual pencil sharpener $0.25
Fiskars 5" scissors blunt or pointed $1
Office Depot correction tape 2 ct $1

Walgreens
Crayola washable markers 8ct or 20 ct super fine tip $1.99
5 subject notebook, 3 subject composition book, or 2 ct graphing pad $1.49
Mini memo or composition notebook 6 for $1
5 tab dividers or 10 pk sheet protectors $0.39 with coupon
Wexfor jumbo glue stick or school glue $0.39 with coupon
Wexfor 15 ct cap erasers or 2 ct pink erasers $0.29 with coupon
wooden ruler $0.19 with coupon
Scotch tape or 100 ct paper clips $0.39 with coupon
Bic Cristal pens 10 ct $0.49 with coupon
Sharpie 2 ct markers $0.79 with coupon
Wexford 1" binder $0.79 with coupon

Shopko
Avery 1" binder $0.89

Deal of the day - Charlie's Safari birthday package

Living Social has a great deal for a birthday party package at Charlie's Safari.  For $89  you get a party for up to 10 with unlimited laser tag and bounce house play, two pizzas, sodas, and 8 game tokens per child.  Promotional value expires October 1.  Not sure if you can book your party past that date.

Living Social deal

Bonus deal - Today only free backpack at Old Navy

Sunday, August 5 only, Old Navy is giving away a free backpack with purchase of $50 or more.  It includes special savings on school supplies from OfficeMax.

They still have kids jeans on sale for $10, kids graphic tees for $5, kids khaki pants for $10, girls leggings for $5, kids fleece hoodies for $10 and adult jeans for $15!

So here is the scenario: You spend $50 on clothes.  You will get $20 in bonus cash to spend later and a free backpack!

Deal of the day - Amazon sale on Bourne trilogy DVD and Blu-ray

Today Amazon has the Bourne trilogy  for $19.99 DVD and $27.99 Blu-ray.  That is 53% off!
Bourne Trilogy on Amazon

Deal of the day - Groupon hard cover photo book for $7

Groupon has a great deal on a Picaboo hard cover photo book.  You can get a 8x8 album for $12.  Then at check out they automatically take off $5 (through August 6), bringing the cost to only $7.  This would be a great Christmas present for Grandparents!

They also offer a deal on 12x12, 11x14, or two 8.5x11 albums.

If you are new to Groupon, sign up here.  Groupon sign up link

Link to Picaboo deal

Deal of the day -$10 savings at The Home Depot

The Home Depot is offering $10 off a $100 purchase online, and you can pick it up at the store today.  Use the code PICKUPAUG at checkout.  This offer is valid until August 8.

Link to The Home Depot

Bonus deal - Cheap TP shipped to your house

I hate running to the store to buy one thing.  First of all, it never ends up being just one thing as I am far too big of an impulse buyer.  Second, gas and my time are just too valuable.

The things we run out of and need a trip to the store most often are toilet paper, milk, and contact solution.

Here is a deal so you will never again run out of TP, and you can get it for an amazing price.  Amazon is offering Quilted Northern 24 double rolls (four packs of 6 rolls) for $12.80.  And when you order with subscribe and save, you will lock in this price and your order will ship when ever you want for free!

You can manage your subscription at any time, cancel at any time without any fee.  There is no risk or obligation.  Amazon has been know to raise prices at any time, so lock in this great deal while it lasts.

Amazon link for Quilted Northern

Bonus deal - Jeans on sale at Children's Place

The Children's Place is having a huge sale on denim.  August 2-5 (although they usually extend their sales), all  basic jeans are just $10.  Jeans purchased online will even ship for free.  Want an extra 20 % off?  Use code E6H76QDP82.  This will bring the cost of jeans down to $8 shipped!

Children's Place denim shop

Deal of the day - Olympia Old Navy Denim Sale

The Olympia Old Navy is having their back to school denim sale.  You can get kids jeans starting at $10 and adult sizes starting at $15.

It is also Super Cash time at Old Navy.  From August 1-29 you earn $10 super cash for every $25 you spend in the store.  There is a $30 super cash limit per transaction.

You can redeem your super cash September 7-12 in the store.

Link for Super Cash details

Deal of the day - Crazy Amazon MP3 sale

Amazon is offering a sale on 20 MP3 tracks for $0.25 each.  You can get all of them for $5 or pick your favorites.  They span a huge range of genres, so there is something for everyone.  Offer is good for a limited time, so get it while it lasts.

Amazon MP3 sale link

Bonus deal of the day - South Sound YMCA trial with bonus

Living Social is offering an amazing deal for on a trial membership with bonus Playcare pass at the South Sound YMCA.  You can choose from a one month adult membership for $25 or a family membership for $35 with bonus $20 Playcare pass.

This membership can be used at the Downtown Olympia or Briggs YMCA branches.  You will have full access to either facility, including a huge list of classes.

You can't even pay for one month of Zumba classes else where for this price!  What a great way to end the last month of summer.  Think of all the fun your kids will have in the giant tube play zone or splashing around in the pool!

Living Social YMCA deal

Deal of the day - Tuesday Papa Murphy's Pizza Deal

Papa Murphy's is offering an amazing deal on Tuesdays through August.  You can order ANY pizza, ANY size for just $10.

Since Papa Murphy's is a franchise, you should call ahead of time to verify they are participating in this promotion.

Bonus deal - Cart buster ecoupons availble at Fred Meyer or QFC

A few times a year Kroger (Fred Meyer, and QFC) offer cart buster ecoupon deals.  You download them to your rewards card, and they are automatically taken off at the register.  They offer one new coupon each day.

These special coupons are in honor of the Olympics, and are available until August 11.  Today's deal is for $1.50 off of Special K Cracker Chips.  All coupons are listed on the site with the date they will be available.

Fred Meyer coupon
QFC coupon

Deal of the day - School supply deals for July 29-August 4

School Supply deals for July 29-August 4

Fabulessly Frugal has a great spread sheet that you can view online or download a copy to print and take with you.  It has the best prices for each back to school item.

Target

All kids shoes $12.99-$34.99 are Buy one get one 50% off

Elmers 12 pk glue sticks $3

Crayola 48 ct crayons $2

Thermos FUNtainer jar or bottle or lunch kit $12

Toys R Us

Crayola 24 ct crayons 4 for $1 (must buy 4)

Crayola pointed tip scissors $1

Crayola 12 ct colored pencils $1

Free lunch bag with purchase of any backpack $12.99 or more

Office Depot

SwissGear Backpack $10

Personal hand sanitizer with clip $0.25

Office Depot composition notebook $0.25

Office Depot brand folders $0.01

OfficeMax

With $5 purchase get up to 2 free: Schoolio watercolors, Just Basics 25 ct cap erasers, or OfficeMax white glue

OfficeMax 4 pk glue sticks white or purple $0.50

Just Basics 0.7mm mechanical pencils 12 pk $1

Avery 5 tab index dividers $1 with coupon

Paper Mate profile retractable ballpoint pens 4 pack $1 with coupon

Staples

Staples 100 pk paper clips $0.01 with $5 minimum purchase

2 pocket folders $0.01 with $5 minimum purchase

Home Select pocket tissues $0.01 with $5 minimum purchase

Avery 1” binder $1 with $5 minimum purchase

Bic mechanical pencils 0.7 mm 5 pk $0.25

Prang chalk assorted colors 12 pk $0.25

Staples poly-cover composition notebook $0.50

Staples 8.5”x11” multipurpose paper $6.99-$5.99 rebate = $1 after rebate

Staples jumbo glue sticks 2 pk $2

Crayola washable markers 8 ct $2

Ticonderoga 24 pack pencils $3

Crayola 64 ct crayons $3

Walmart

Walmart will match prices for any advertised item (name brands must match)

Fiskars 12” wood ruler $0.25

Fiskars 5” scissors with sheath blunt or pointed $1.47

Inc. pink erasers 6 ct $1.84

USA Gold pencils 24 ct $3.77

Sharpie fine point markers 8ct variety of colors $3.97

5 tab erasable dividers $0.97

Shopko

2 pk Scotch glue sticks $0.59

Paper Mate White pearl erasers $0.59

Dixon 10 ct pencils $0.59

Artgum eraser $0.59

Scotch jumbo glue stick white or purple $0.99

Maped black 2 ct erasers $0.99

Bic Wite out $0.99

Maped clear plastic ruler $0.99

Promarx 2 ct gel pens $0.99

Marble composition notebook $0.39

Crayola colored pencils 12 ct $0.99

Walgreens

Ticonderoga 10 ct pencils $0.99

Sharpie 4pk highlighters $0.99

Bic 4ct Crystal pens $0.99

Dixon 25 pk pencils $0.99

96 sheets construction paper $0.99

Wexford index dividers $0.99

Wexford 3 pk glue sticks $0.49

Pencil case or 100 pk index cards $0.39 with coupon

Looking for a last minute camp idea?

BK Musical Productions is hosting a drama camp August 6-10.  It is from 9:30-11:30am at the South Bay Grange.  The cost is only $50, and the kids will have a performance on Friday, August 10 at 5:30pm.

You need to register by August 2.  To register, send an email to ehbretsc@comcast.net

Deal of the day - Produce Happy Hour at Ralph's and Bayview

Ralph's Thriftway and Bayview Thriftway offer a produce Happy Hour on Tuesdays from 4pm-7pm.  A selection 10-15 items are half off during this time.  They even let you sample several of them to try before you buy.

They also have specials the rest of the week:
Monday - Buy one get one free on 10 select items.  Different items each week.
Tuesday - Produce Happy hour 4-7pm 10-15 select items 50% off
Wednesday - "Boomer" rang 55 and older get $0.55 for every $10 spent in rewards to use on future purchase
Thursday - Thrillin' Grillin' BBQ from 11am-7pm summer and 11am-2pm winter.  Outdoor BBQ rain or shine.  All catered by Bayview.  10% of proceeds go to Thurston County Food Bank.
Friday - Fresh Catch day is a select seafood item at a great price.
Saturday - Ad Amazing Day.  Ad items are marked throughout the store.  You can enter for a chance to win a weekly $50 gift card at the registers.
Sunday - VIP 123.  Spend $25 earn $1.  Spend $50 earn $2.  Spend $75 earn $3. Reward go into electronic wallet through reward card to be used on a future purchase .Promotion can be generated more than one time a day.

Deal of the day - How to save money on produce

We eat a lot of fresh produce, which can be expensive.  So, when a friend recommended Bountiful Baskets, I could not wait to try it out.


Bountiful Baskets is a nationwide food Co-Op which distributes produce baskets, organic baskets, bread, and other food item.  It is run by volunteers, so the costs are rock bottom.  Conventional baskets are $15 and 100% certified organic baskets are $25.  There is an additional $1.50 transaction charge per order (you may buy more than one basket per order).  In addition, they offer a rotating selection of extras to purchase.  For example, some weeks they have flats of berries or tomatoes for canning.  There is a $3 charge for you first order to pay for the baskets.


There are no contracts, and you can order weekly or monthly, or when ever fits your schedule.


Orders between Monday at Noon and Tuesday at 10am on their website (Wyoming,, Utah and Montana have different times).  Then you simply pick up your basket at the time given.  You do not get to take the basket home with you.  I have found the easiest way to transfer the produce is to bring a small laundry basket, and plastic grocery bags or produce bags for the small items.


The pickup time for the Olympia area is 7am on Saturday.  I know this is way too early for some people, but  as a seasoned Black Friday shopper, this is no big deal for me.  You may want to switch off picking up weeks with a friend.  This would also save money on the transaction fee.


They are always looking for volunteers to help sort produce.  If you volunteer (times are posted on your area's schedule) you get extra produce!


We have been very happy with the selection and quality of the baskets.  I have calculated that baskets are at least  50% off of what you would pay at the store.  There is enough produce to last us about two weeks.  I do have to buy a few bananas, carrots, and onions at the store because we eat a lot of them and they don't always come in the basket.

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Deal of the day - How to save money on your cell phone bill

We had Verizon for years, and I mean years.  I don't even want to think about how much money we paid them.  They have very good customer service, and coverage.  The only complaint we had was the cost.

We are not big users of cell phones, and they don't have a plan for that.  When our last contract was up, we started looking around at other options.

We decided to go with Straight Talk.  It is a company owned by Tracfone, and available at Walmart and online.  We have been using them for eight months now, and have no complaints.  Here is what we love about them:

• Plans are very reasonable.  Our plan is $30 a month ($33.50 after taxes) per phone.  With that comes 1000 minutes, 1000 texts, and 30,000K for online browsing.  This is more than enough for us.  If you need more they have a $45 monthly plan for unlimited everything, and even a plan for international calls.
• There are no contracts.  You can try them for a month.  If you don't like it, you can cancel.
• We were able to keep our phone numbers.
• Activating the phones could not have been any easier.
• We have never had a problem with reception.
• The phones are reasonably priced, and Walmart runs specials in store and online for a even better deal.  You can even keep your cell phone from another company to use (see website for details).
• We set up our plan to automatically renew every month, so I don't have to remember to do it.

There are many other monthly plan companies to choose from.  I have heard good things about Tracfone and Boost mobile as well.  HSN and QVC offer special values of the day with great deals from all of these companies.  You can sign up to get a notice via email or text when they will be on air.

Straight Talk website     Walmart Straight Talk store

Tracfone website

Boost Mobile website

Deal of the day - Just Dance 3 for Wii

Amazon has Just Dance 3 for the Wii for $9.99.  That is 75%off!  It is eligible for free shipping with a $25 minimum order.  Amazon has been known to raise prices at any given moment, so get it quick!

I love Just Dance.  It is a very fun way to get in exercise without even knowing it!

Link to Just Dance 3 on Amazon

Deal of the day - How to save money at the movie theater

Going to the movie theater is a fun treat for us.  Here is how I save money when we go:

• Sign up up for their weekly newsletter.  They will send you concession coupons in the email.  They are usually good for a discount or free soda.  You can also get the coupons from Facebook after you like their page.  The coupons can be printed out or sent to a smart phone.
  Cinemark Facebook coupon  Sign up for Cinemark emails
  Regal Cinemas Facebook coupon  Sign up for Regal emails
• Sign up for member reward programs.  These programs are an easy way to earn free movie tickets, and discounts on concessions.  At Regal, for example, you can use the free soda or small popcorn reward to trade up on a combo for major savings.
  Sign up for Regal Crown Club
• You can buy discount movie tickets at Costco.  They have two packs for $15.49.  This will save you about $2 per ticket over the box office price.  You may need to pay an additional fee for 3D or IMAX.
• Some theaters offer refillable containers for popcorn and soda.  They are slightly more expensive at the initial purchase, but provide major savings upon refilling.  For example, at Cinemark their buckets for popcorn and large sodas can be refilled for only $3 each.  Some of the weekly coupons can be used towards the refill as well.

Deal of the day - Unlimited carnival rides at the Thurston County Fair

My family loves the Thurston County Fair.  It is very family friendly and a pretty good value.  This deal will save you even more at the Fair.

You can buy a carnival wristband for $19 before August 1st and get unlimited rides for one day August 1st-5th.  Wristbands can be purchased at Top Foods in Lacey, Yelm True Value Hardware and at the Fair Office.

Wristband sold at the fair will be $24,and August 2nd they are BOGO.

Deal of the day - School supply sales July 22-28

Here are the school supply deals for July 22-28. Some require an in-store coupon, which are available at the store or online:

Toys'R'Us

Buy a backpack ($12.99 and over) and get a free lunch bag (up to $9.99)

Buy one Fit & Fresh, Thermos, or Zak container and get one ½ off

Buy one Crayola markers, pencils, paints, or crayons and get one free

Staples

$5 off $30 coupon

Zebra #2 0.7 mechanical pencils 10pk $4-$4 rebate = free

Pental RSVP pens, fine, black, 5pk $4-$4 rebate = free

Staples pink cap erasers 12pk $0.01 with $5 minimum purchase

Staples ruled 3”x5” index cards 100pk $0.01 with $5 minimum purchase

Staples 1/2” tape flags $0.25

Sharpie highlighters 5pk $0.50

Post-it die-cut notes 2pk $1

Staples multipurpose paper, 500 sheets $6.99-$5.99 rebate = $1

OfficeMax

$5 off $25 supplies purchase

Up to 20 #2 pencils free with $5 minimum purchase

Paper lunch sacks 50ct $1

Ticonderoga #2 pencils 24pk 2 for $5

Avery 8160 white inkjet address labels 750ct $11.99-$11.98 rewards = $0.01

Office Depot

Office Depot acrylic ruler or 6” protractor $0.10

Wilson Jones 1” poly binder $0.50

Scholastic glue sticks 4pk $0.50

Bic Write-Out correction tape $0.50

Target

Crayola 12ct colored pencils $0.99

Elmer's 6ct glue sticks $0.99

Bic 8ct mechanical pencils $0.99

Pencil pouch or case $0.49

Ruled index cards 100ct $0.49

1-hole pencil sharpener $0.49

2ct pink erasers $0.49

Fred Meyer

Crayola 24ct crayons $0.39

Oxford 100ct index cards $0.45

Twin Pocket folders $0.15

Write Brothers 10pk pens $0.49 with coupon

Bic 12ct Mark-It markers (like colored Sharpies) $4.99 with coupon

Ticonderoga 24ct #2 pencils BOGO with coupon

Walgreens

Sharpie markers $0.39

Wexford or Corner Office 5 tab divider $0.39

Wexford Highlighter $0.19 with coupon

Wexford or Penway 2pk pink erasers or 15pk cap erasers $0.29

Big Lots

Thermos Lunch Kit bag with water bottle $5

Index cards 100 ct $0.39

Ruler $0.39

Composition notebook $0.39

Shopko

College or wide rule 70pg notebook $0.19

Crayola 24ct crayons $0.39

Elmer's 4oz school glue $0.39

Dixon 10ct #2 pencils $0.59

Scotch 2pk glue stick $0.59

Scotch kids scissors $0.79

Bic 10ct classic pens $0.79

Crayola 10ct broad or fine makers $0.99

Crayola 8 color watercolors $1.49

Deal of the day - How to save big money at Target

I buy a lot of things from Target.  You know how it is. You walk in with a list of five things, and check out with half of my cart full.  A few of these purchases are spontaneous, but most are things that we need at a really good price.

Here are the ways I save big money at Target:

• Target Debit Card - I drug my feet on this for a long time.  Every time you check out they offer you a chance to save 5% by getting a debit or credit card.  I did some research, and decided to get the debit card a few months back.  I love it!  The money comes out of your checking account just like your regular debit card.  They give you 5% off on everything in the store and online, and your online order ships for free.  This will come in handy at Christmas time.
• Coupons - Did you know that Target has their own coupons on their web site to print off or put on your phone?  They even allow you to stack Target coupons with manufacturer coupons.  They also offer coupons for their own brand.  For example, Target sells Garnier Fructis Shampoo or Conditioner for $2.99.  They have a Target coupon for $1 off, and there is a manufacturer coupon for an additional $1 off, bringing it to only $0.99.
  Link to Target Coupons
  Link to Coupons.com
• Clearance section - Here's a way to save even bigger bucks.  At the end of the isles in the store there are clearance items.  You can stack you coupons for an even bigger savings.  You won't want to miss the clearance section in the health and beauty isles, as well as the grocery and baby isles.  These are usually items that they just have too many of, or didn't sell well.
• Save your receipt - How many times have you bought something, and then seen it go on sale a couple of weeks later?  Target will give you the difference back on purchases up to 90 days. 

Target's coupon policy

Target's FAQ for printable coupons

Deal of the day - Super cheap gas this weekend only!

Fred Meyer is having a grand opening for their new fuel center (700 Sleater-Kinney Rd SE, Lacey).  For three days only, July 20-22 they are offering a 20 cent discount per gallon when you scan your rewards card (limit 1 vehicle, 35 gallons with discount).

If that wasn't enough, they will have food giveaways and more during daytime hours.  Plus you can enter to win 1 of 5 $100 gift cards just for scanning your rewards card!

After this weekend, they will continue to offer a ten cent discount every time you redeem 100 fuel points.

*Update* - I spent a long time in line for some gas this afternoon.  After the discount, I paid $3.19 per gallon.  I think it was worth the wait!

Another Bonus Deal - 1/2 price admission to Point Defiance Zoo

Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium is offering 1/2 price admission Friday, July 20th for their half day opening.  The zoo will only be open from 8:30am-2pm Friday so they can get ready for Zoobilee.

The Aquarium,and Asian Forest (including the elephants and barn) will be closed for the day.

They will have lots of animal encounters, keeper talks, and fun things for the kids to make up for things!

PDZA Link for more information

Bonus deal - Tickets to the Mushroom Festival

I have never been to the Northwest Mushroom Festival, but hear it is quite the event.  Livingsocial's deal today is for two tickets for $5, which is half off.  You can also buy two tickets to the 21 and over Wine and Mushroom Festival for $25, which is also half off.

Link to Livingsocial

Deal of the day - Disney Family Deals

We are wild about Disney!  It really is the happiest place on Earth, and we just can't get enough of it.

Since Disneyland is not close enough to go often, the next best things are Disney products.  They help keep the magic alive between trips.

Disney has just started a new daily Family Deals site where they have select products, apps, toys, etc at a huge discount.  Today they have backpacks for $15, and $21.95 BOGO Mickey and Minnie plush toys.  The site will bring you to the Disney Store to make your purchase.

And to make the deal even sweeter, through Sunday you can take an extra 25% off with code DISNEYPAL.  This code will almost pay for the shipping on a backpack, bringing the total to $15.75.
Link to Disney Family Deals

Deal of the day - Free samples from All You

As you know, I am cheap.  Not just frugal, but cheap.  And so, I love to get free samples.  My favorite place for finding them is All You.

They have a great magazine full of coupons, recipes, and great household tips that you can actually use.  They also have a fantastic website.  You can search for any of the content from the magazine, look for grocery deals in your area, and order free samples.

Everyday there is a new sample posted, as well as a calender of past ones to order.

You can also sign up to be a Reality Checker.  From time to time they will ask you to test products, or ask for your hints and advice.  In September's issue, I will be quoted twice.  I am very excited!  This is actually my third time in the magazine.  I'm sure they will soon be asking me to be a regular contributor.  A girl can dream, can't she?

Link to All You daily samples

Letters from Jen - McDonald's

Dear McDonald's,

I am very happy to see that you are trying to improve Happy Meals by making them healthier.  Unfortunately, I think this effort has failed.

Have you tasted those "apples"?  I'm not even sure how you can call them apples in the first place.  They taste like Styrofoam.  My children, who are not picky eaters, will not eat them.  They are gross.  What ever you put on them so that they don't turn brown must suck every bit of deliciousness from them.

There are so many healthy options you could have gone with.  Here is a list of my suggestions:

• Carrot sticks
• Apple sauce (this even comes in a pouch to keep from making a mess)
• Apple chips
• Raisins
• Sugar snap peas
• Dried cranberries
• Other dried fruit

Please consider changing your healthy addition to something a child will actually eat, instead of just throwing away.  Help prove to kids that the healthy addition to their meal can taste just as good as the rest of it.

Sincerely,

Jen

Deal of the day - Start earning free gift cards

I love the computer.  I can share pictures, easily send messages, and search for information to prove I am right.

Everyone has their favorite search engine, and mine is Swagbucks.  Here is why:  when you search for a site, they will randomly give you "Swagbucks."  These bucks can be turned in for, get this, free stuff!  My favorite free Swag is gift cards.  You can get an $5 Amazon gift card for only 450 bucks, but they have lots of other stores to choose from if Amazon is not your thing.

These Swagbucks are very easy to get, as I search for sites, recipes, and information many times a day.  I get enough points to get at least $20 in Amazon gift cards every year.  They also have other ways on their site to earn if you are interested.  They use Google to search,  so you will get the same results as if you used Google in the first place.

The hardest thing is remembering to go to the site to search.  Once you have that down, the rest is nothing.

Link to sign up for Swagbucks

The deals keep coming - $5.99 burgers at Applebee's

Applebee's is offering $5.99 burgers every Monday night from 4pm-close.  You can even get the deal to go!!!  Or better yet, go inside... enjoy the air conditioning... stack that with their 1/2 price appetizers and drink specials from 3-6pm or 9pm-close and you can feed the whole gang for a steal of a deal.

Bonus deal - Jumping Jacks pass or party special

Livingsocial has a deal for you!  You can buy a five-admission pass for ages 5 and up ($17) or 4 and under ($10) or a eight-person birthday party with admission, pizza, and soda($57)


Seriously, $57 for a birthday party, and you don't have to clean you house!

Deal of the day - Back to school deals for July 15-21

Here are the deals on school supplies for the week of July 15-21:

Staples

Bic Mechanical Pencils – $4.29 = Free after Easy Saver Rebate 
Staples Paper – $6.99-$5.99 = $1 After Easy Saver Rebate

Avery Insertable Dividers for notebooks – $0.01 
Staples Writing Pad (8.5'x11' 50 sheet pad) – $0.01

Lucky Supersoft antibacterial wipes 30ct - $0.50

Bic Highlighters – $1 
Avery Durable Binder – $1 
Expo Dry Erase Board Cleaner – $1 
Staples Dry Erase – $1 
Staples Translucent Box – $1 
Purell instant hand sanitizer – $2 
Staples 3″ x 5″ memo books, 75 sheets – top coil – $2

Staples weekly ad

OfficeMax

Purell 0.5 oz. Mini Hand Sanitizer — $0.10 
Just Basics Ballpoint Pens 10-count — $0.25 

Office Max Poly 3-Fastener Folder — $0.50 
Office Max Clear Zipper Binder Pocket — $0.50 
Really Useful .14L Storage Boxes — $0.50 

Office Max Poly Notebooks 70-count — $1 
Schoolio 1 or 1.5″ Poly 3-Ring Binder — $1 
Sharpie Yellow Highlighter 4-pack — $1 
Papermate Pink Erasers 3-pack — $1 

Office Max Mini Stapler or 1-Hole Punch — $1 

Bic Round Stick Grip Pens 12-pack — $2 
Post-It 2×2″ Cube — $2 

OfficeMax weekly ad

Office Depot

Office Depot 2-Pocket Folders — $0.10 
Tug Pencil Sharpeners — $0.10 
Office Depot Flex Rulers — $0.50 
Crayola Crayons 24-pack — $0.50

Office Depot weekly ad

Deal of the day - 20% off entire purchase at Big Lots

Today only, Big Lots is having a friends and family sale where you can score 20% off your entire purchase.

If you sign up for their Buzz Club Rewards, you can get future coupons like this at least one day early for extra shopping time.

Link to print Big Lots coupon
Link to find a Big Lots near you

Deal of the day - 25% off everything at Children's Place

This weekend, July 14-15, Children's Place is offering a friends and family discount of 25% off everything.  Simply print off the shopping pass and bring it in.  Offer is also good online with code FRIEND and you can get a flat $5 shipping for your order.

Link to print 25% discount pass

Link for store locator

Deal of the day (a day early!) - Free back to school haircut at JCPenny

JCPenney is offering free kids haircuts in August.  You heard me right, kids going into grades K-6 can get a free haircut!  Call now, and make an appointment.  Our local JCP (360-754-8000, option 2) is included, but here is a link if you live outside of Olympia.
Link to find a JCP Salon



Thank you so much, Kim for passing along this great deal.  You can read Kim's hilarious blog here:
The Dramatic Musings of a (not so) Desperate Housewife

Deal of the day - Free 12oz Refresher at Starbucks today

Starbucks is offering a free, tall (12 oz.)  Refresher today from Noon-3pm.  Sounds like a great pick-me-up. Take that Friday the 13th!
Link to Starbucks page for more info

Deal of the day - 7-11 means it's Free Slurpee Day

You can get a free 11oz Slurpee today from 11am-7pm at 7-11 to celebrate July 11th (7/11).  This is a perfect summer treat for a beautiful day like today!

Link to Slurpee Facebook page
Link to find a 7-11 store

Bonus deals of the day - Charlie's Safari and Children's Place

Charlie's Safari in Lacey has a sunshine deal for you.  Come in Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and mention Facebook secret code - sunburn - Get a BOGO! Buy one admission - get one FREE!!! 
Link to Charlie's Safari FB page


I stopped in to Children's Place today and was amazed at their sale.  All of their clearance is half off the last price. They have lots of summer clothes, swim suits, sandals and hats for great prices!  I think I may go back and get some for the kids to grow into for next summer.  I mean these prices beat Target all to heck and the quality is fantastic!

Deal of the day - Discounted tickets to Wild Waves

Lacey Parks and Rec is offering a great deal on Wild Wave tickets. Their Wild Wave ticket sales supports the Free Summer Lunch Program (recently they served 666 hot lunches in a single day).

COMPARE the PRICES (including tax)

Lacey Parks tickets: $28.26
Safeway: $35.99
Wild Waves online: $41.12
Wild Waves at gate: $43.79

They are available to purchase at the Parks and Recreation desk at Lacey City Hall (the building next to the Lacey Library).

Deal of the day - How to save on school supplies

Summer may have just begun, but I have already started shopping for back to school supplies.  This is a long, and sometimes tedious process for me because I am so CHEAP!  This time of year is great to stock up on gifts and stocking stuffers.  We do a lot of crafting in our house so I stock pile glue sticks, crayons and other supplies for later.  You can also find deals on inexpensive household items for kids going off to college.

Most stores put only a few school supplies on sale for a really good price each week, so in order to get the best deals you have to be willing to shop weekly.

I make a master list of all the supplies the kids need and keep it in my purse.  That way if I come across a deal, I can see if it is something they need.  Then I cross off what I buy as I go.

Another easy way to save on supplies are those empty ink cartridges.  I save mine up the whole year, and turn them all in Staples.  Once you have signed up for their Rewards Program, they pay you $2 per cartridge!  That is free money!  You have to wait a few weeks for the check to come, so round them up and drop them off this week!  Please note they limit you to 10 cartridges per day for a recycle credit.


Most name brand items are worth the money.  There are few generic school supplies that I buy.  For example, generic crayons are not good. Also, I would never buy cheap scissors for kids.  It is hard enough learning how to use them.  If they don't cut well it is even more frustrating.


With all that in mind, here are a few of this weeks deals:


Staples
4-pack Scotch supper glue $2.99-$2.99 rebate so it will be FREE
Ream of Staples multi purpose paper $6.99-$6.74 rebate so it will be $0.25
3-pack Staples pink erasers $0.50
4-pack Bic dry erase fine tip markers $0.50
5-pack fine tip Sharpies $1
Staples ad for July 8-14

OfficeMax
Up to 10 free folders after $5 minimum purchase before taxes
4-pack OfficeMax brand purple or white glue sticks for first 3
All Schoolio College and wide  rule composition books $0.50 first 5
Boise multi-use paper ream $6.29-$6.28 rebate so it will be $0.01
12-pack black Sharpie fine-point markers $1 with coupon
Duracell AA or AAA batteries 20-pack $16.99-$16.98 rebate so it will be $0.01 - Stock up for Christmas toys!
OfficeMax ad for July 8-14

Target
Crayola 10-count markers or 12-pack colored pencils $0.99
Fiskars 5" kids scissors pointed or blunt tip $1.50
Targets ad for July 8-14

Iced coffee recipe

Here is a recipe for my favorite summer refresher.

Iced Coffee
1 1/2 tsp instant espresso powder ( I use Medaglia D'Oro)
1 tsp sugar
1 T chocolate syrup
1 T favorite flavor syrup (optional)
3 T HOT water
Mix all of these very well in a glass.  Add several ice cubes and then milk to the top of the glass.  Stir and enjoy!

Deal of the day - Cheap date night

Looking for a cheap date night this weekend?  I recommend Skyline Drive-In Theater in Shelton.  They are showing Rock of Ages (PG-13) and Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter (R). Gates open at 8pm, and the show starts at dusk.  I don't think I would be into the Vampire movie, but I've never been able to stay awake for the second movie anyway.

Tickets are $7 for adults, and you can bring in your own snacks and drinks.  They also have a snack bar with great specials.  This weekend you can get two cheeseburgers, an XL fry, and two small sodas for $10 bucks!  You heard right, $24 for dinner and a movie with your sweetie!

http://skylinedrive-in.com/ 

My deal of the day

Did you know that Walmart and Target offer free samples on their websites?  Sometimes they are weird things you would never want, but sometimes they are great!

Link to Walmart's samples
Link to Target's samples

Walmart's website also has in-store events listed.  These events are great.  They usually have samples to try, or bribe your kids with, and coupons to go along with the products as well.  Here's what you can find this week at the Lacey Walmart:
Johnsonville Sausage Sampling, Today from 11am-4pm - Visit the Bright Ideas station at your local, participating Walmart to sample Johnsonville Sausage! Johnsonville Sausage makes a great meal for your family!  Come taste Johnsonville Sausage today!


Brownie Sundae Sampling, Sunday from 1-6pm - Visit the Bright Ideas Demo Station at your local, participating Walmart to sample a delicious Pillsbury Caramel Brownie Cake using Caramel Toppings from Smucker's.  Smucker's Ice Cream Toppings can help you top every moment on your favorite dessert masterpieces.

Letters from Jen - Tumwater's 4th of July Parade 2012

One of my favorite lines is, "I'm going to write a letter!"  It is usually due to some gripe I have.  I say it when I read the paper, I say it at the mall, I say it really quite too often.

I never actually send these letter, let alone write them.  But, now that I have a blog, my husband says you should write those letters and call it "Letters from Jen."  So here it is, my first letter from Jen.

Dear City of Tumwater,

I really appreciate your All-American spirit.  An Independence Day Parade is a great celebrate our country.  Unfortunately, this year's parade was... well... kind of lame.

First off, there was not a single band.  What kind of parade doesn't have a band?  A lame parade!  Maybe this gripe is mainly due to the fact that music is my favorite part of a parade, but I don't think I'm alone in this.  A parade needs music, and not just from a sad boom box in the back of a truck.

Second, there was just one float.  I don't count the trucks towing trailers with streamers as a float, and I definitely don't count the campaigns as a float which brings me to my next point.

Third, what is with all of the campaigns?  How lame is that?  It was like a voter's pamphlet brought to life.  My daughter kept saying "Who is that?  Why are they in the parade?"  I did not have an answer for her, as I don't think they belonged in the parade.

Lastly, we were sitting at the end of the parade route.  I was shocked, and saddened to see how the dignitary and invited guests were treated when they arrived at the end of the route.  They were made, in the middle of the street mind you, to get out of the car, and remove the magnetic labels from the car which had their names on them.  One particular car that worried me was the Mayor of Lacey, and his wife.  They are both older, and were having troubles getting out of the car.  I even heard him say to Sam Hunt, who was in the car behind him, "What is going on Sam?"  They slowly walked away, and I sure hope they had someone there to take them to their car.

Hopefully you will  make some changes to your line up for next years parade.

Sincerely,
Jen

Family friendly 2012 Summer Calendar for Thurston County

Here it is... my much awaited for Summer Calendar!  It is impossible to find all the events in one place, so I take the time every year to put this together.  Most of the events are free or very low cost.  Feel free to share with others.  I will add events as I find them.

Great list of 100 free things to do with your kids from digital reflections.  Includes printable, and directions.  Would also be great to have on hand for those "I'm bored" days.  http://www.digitalreflections.typepad.com/digital_reflections/2009/06/100-free-things-to-do-with-your-kids-this-summer.html 

Ongoing Summer Events:

June 25-August 17 12:30-3pm – Lacey Summer Playground Pals: This program is offered in conjunction with the Summer Lunch Program. Lunch is served at noon.  Children ages 2 to 12 can come for lunch and then stay for Playground Pals (children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult).  On-site staff provide structured play and craft activities, along with special guests and events.

The Summer 2012 schedule is from 12:00 pm to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, June 25 to August 17, at Lydia Hawk, Mountain View and Pleasant Glade elementary schools (no program on July 4th).

July 5th

10am – Music and Comedy by Buck and Elizabeth at the Olympia Library

6pm – Bedtime stories at the Lacey Library

July 6

5-9 pm - Hands On Children's Museum; free admission

July 7

9am-Noon – Free kid's workshop at Home Depot

10am-4pm - Celebrating water through art and stories at LOTT Wet Center.  Also, a story time at noon and 2pm.  500 Adams St, Olympia.  wetsciencecenter.org

July 9

10:00am – 4:00pm - Lacey Community Market, Huntamer Park

July 10

10am – Regal Kids movies: Legend of the Guardians and Yogi Bear. Tickets are $1

10am – Cinemark Kids Movie (in mall): “Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2 Tickets are $1 per show or 10 shows for $5 if purchased in advance.

10:30 am – Preschool Story time at the Tumwater Library

6:30pm – Children's Entertainment in Huntamer Park: Jeff Evans Magic Show

July 11

10am – Regal Kids movies: Legend of the Guardians and Yogi Bear. Tickets are $1

Noon – Music at Huntamer Park: Danny Vernon — The Illusion of Elvis

2:30 pm – Movie day at the Lacey Library

7-8pm – Music at Sylvester park: Olympia Jazz Senators  (Jazz)

July 12

10 am - Alien Songs at the Olympia Library

10am and 7pm - Rockn' Snow White Musical at Timberline High School.  $7 adults, $5 kids.  www.bkmusicalproductions.com  Group rates available  

2pm – Alien Songs at the Tumwater Library

6pm – Bedtime stories at the Lacey Library

July 13

10am and 7pm - Rockn' Snow White Musical at Timberline High School.  $7 adults, $5 kids.  www.bkmusicalproductions.com  Group rates available  

10am-6pm - Blue Willow Lavender Farm Lavender Festival.  Free.  bluewillowlavenderfarm.com.  Gig Harbor
4-8pm - Table for Olympia: Community picnic on Washington Street between 4th and State.  Bring your own dinner or money for the food carts.  Enjoy music and other festivities.
4pm – Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the Olympia Library. Please register for this event by calling the Youth desk (352-0595), beginning June 30, 2012

July 14
10am-4pm - Free car seat check up at Toys'R'Us in Olympia.

10am – Free Kid's Workshop at Lowes – Build a Kung Fu Panda Spinning Attack from Madagascar. Must pre-register online at https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/pages/default.aspx

10am-1pm Tolmie State Park.  Explore low tide with trained beach naturalists.  The can help you find where beach animals live.  Teach you how to help keep them and the beach healthy.  Answer questions about animals that live there.  www.sseacenter.org

10am-6pm - Blue Willow Lavender Farm Lavender Festival.  Free.  bluewillowlavenderfarm.com.  Gig Harbor

7pm – Outdoor Movie at Huntamer Park, Disney's Tangled: Come early to enjoy a great concert at 7:00 pm British Export — Beatles Tribute Movies start at dusk.  Bring your own snacks or purchase from our concessionaire.

July 15

10:30-1:30pm - Priest Point Park.  Explore low tide with trained beach naturalists.  The can help you find where beach animals live.  Teach you how to help keep them and the beach healthy.  Answer questions about animals that live there.  www.sseacenter.org

10:30-1:30pm - Burfoot  County Park.  Explore low tide with trained beach naturalists.  The can help you find where beach animals live.  Teach you how to help keep them and the beach healthy.  Answer questions about animals that live there.  www.sseacenter.org

2pm - Free Kid's Workshop at Lowes – Build a Kung Fu Panda Spinning Attack from Madagascar. Must pre-register online at https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/pages/default.aspx

July 17

10am – Regal Kids movies: Cats & Dogs: Revenge and Hugo Tickets are $1

10am – Cinemark Kids Movie (in mall): Dolphin Tale. Tickets are $1 per show or 10 shows for $5 if purchased in advance.

10:30am – Story time at the Tumwater Library

11:30-2:30pm - Priest Point Park.  Explore low tide with trained beach naturalists.  The can help you find where beach animals live.  Teach you how to help keep them and the beach healthy.  Answer questions about animals that live there.  www.sseacenter.org

6:30pm – Children's Entertainment in Huntamer Park: Brian Waite Band — Rock ‘n Roll Adventures

July 18

10am – Regal Kids movies: Cats & Dogs: Revenge and Hugo. Tickets are $1

Capital Lakefair – for schedule: http://www.lakefair.org/

Noon – Music at Huntamer Park: 133rd Army Rock Band — American Pop

2:30pm – Crafts at the Lacey Library

7-8pm – Music at Sylvester park: 133rd Army National Guard Band  (Americana)

July 19

Capital Lakefair – for schedule: http://www.lakefair.org/

10am – Land that Time Forgot concert at the Olympia Library

10am and 7pm - Rockn' Snow White Musical at Timberline High School.  $7 adults, $5 kids.  www.bkmusicalproductions.com  Group rates available  

2pm – Imagination Circus at the Tumwater Library

6pm – Bedtime stories at the Lacey Library

July 20

Capital Lakefair – for schedule: http://www.lakefair.org/ Parade from 5-7pm

6-9pm - 19th Century Family Fun Night at Fort Nisqually.  $4-$6, Tacoma

10am and 7pm - Rockn' Snow White Musical at Timberline High School.  $7 adults, $5 kids.

 www.bkmusicalproductions.com  Group rates available  

July 21

12-4pm – Kids Day at Sylvester Park: Free event

Capital Lakefair – for schedule: http://www.lakefair.org/ Fireworks at 10pm

2pm-5pmTolmie State Park.  Explore low tide with trained beach naturalists.  The can help you find where beach animals live.  Teach you how to help keep them and the beach healthy.  Answer questions about animals that live there.  www.sseacenter.org

7pm – Outdoor Movie at Huntamer Park, That Thing You Do: Come early to enjoy a great concert at 7:00 pm Gothard Sisters — Celtic Music & Dance Movies start at dusk.  Bring your own snacks or purchase from our concessionaire.

July 22

2-5pm - Frye Cove County Park.  Explore low tide with trained beach naturalists.  The can help you find where beach animals live.  Teach you how to help keep them and the beach healthy.  Answer questions about animals that live there.  www.sseacenter.org

July 24

10am – Regal Kids movies: Adventures of Tin Tin and Puss in Boots Tickets are $1

10am – Cinemark Kids Movie (in mall): Puss in Boots. Tickets are $1 per show or 10 shows for $5 if purchased in advance.

10:30 – Preschool story time at the Tumwater Library

6:30pm – Children's Entertainment in Huntamer Park: Roberto the Magnificent — Comedy Stunt Show

July 25

10am – Regal Kids movies: Adventures of Tin Tin and Puss in Boots Tickets are $1

Noon – Music at Huntamer Park: The Diamond Experience — Neil Diamond Tribute

7-8pm – Music at Sylvester park:  Fingertips  (Rhythm & Blues)

July 26

10 am – Juggling show at the Olympia Library

6pm – Bedtime stories at the Lacey Library

July 27

All day - Bring a favorite stuffed animal for a sleepover at the Lacey library. We'll tuck you animal in and say goodnight. Come back the next day to pick up your stuffed animal friend and find out what mischief the animals got into during their night at the library! 

July 28

Pacific Northwest Scottish Highland Games.  King County Fairgrounds, Enumclaw

10am – Free Kid's Workshop at Lowes – Build a Kung Fu Panda Stacking Friends from Madagascar. Must pre-register online at https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/pages/default.aspx

10am – 6pm - Pacific Northwest Mushroom Festival at Steilacoom & Marvin Road Lacey, WA : $5 button good for both days, Kids 12 & under free. Free parking and shuttle. More info - http://www.pnwmushroomfest.com/general_info.html

7pm – Outdoor Movie at Huntamer Park, Rio: Come early to enjoy a great concert at 7:00 pm David Correa & Cascada — Latin Guitar World Music Movies start at dusk.  Bring your own snacks or purchase from our concessionaire.

10am-4pm - Meet the Zum Zums at Lott Wet Center.  Also, make a necklace.  500 Adams St, Olympia.  wetsciencecenter.org

July 29

2pm – Free Kid's Workshop at Lowes – Build a Kung Fu Panda Stacking Friends from Madagascar. Must pre-register online at https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/pages/default.aspx

10am – 6pm - Pacific Northwest Mushroom Festival at Steilacoom & Marvin Road Lacey, WA : $5 button good for both days, Kids 12 & under free. Free parking and shuttle. More info - http://www.pnwmushroomfest.com/general_info.html

10:00-1:00pm - Priest Point Park.  Explore low tide with trained beach naturalists.  The can help you find where beach animals live.  Teach you how to help keep them and the beach healthy.  Answer questions about animals that live there.  www.sseacenter.org

10:00-1:00pm - Burfoot  County Park.  Explore low tide with trained beach naturalists.  The can help you find where beach animals live.  Teach you how to help keep them and the beach healthy.  Answer questions about animals that live there.  www.sseacenter.org
5pm -Olympia Symphony's free Capitol Campus Concert.  Bring your picnic, blanket, and family to this great concert.

8:30pm (movie starts at Dusk) Bring your family out for a night of Free Snacks, fun and a free family movie. Hot dogs, popcorn, cotton candy and beverages will be served before the film.  Olympia Lacey Church of God.  Corner of Lacey BLVD & Ruddell.  olcog.org

July 31

10am – Regal Kids movies: Kung Fu Panda 2 and Rango Tickets are $1

10am – Cinemark Kids Movie (in mall): Winnie the Pooh. Tickets are $1 per show or 10 shows for $5 if purchased in advance.

10:30 am – Preschool Story time at the Tumwater Library

11am-2pm Tolmie State Park.  Explore low tide with trained beach naturalists.  The can help you find where beach animals live.  Teach you how to help keep them and the beach healthy.  Answer questions about animals that live there.  www.sseacenter.org

6:30pm – Children's Entertainment in Huntamer Park: Rowdy Refs — Family Fun Game Show

August 1

Seattle Seafari - Aug 1-5.  seafair.com

10am – Regal Kids movies: Kung Fu Panda 2 and Rango Tickets are $1

10am-10pm – Thurston County Fair: Admission for all ages to the Fair is only $1 with a non-perishable donation (per person) for Thurston County Food Banks!

Noon – Music at Huntamer Park: Terry Holder — Folk Singer / Songwriter

7-8pm – Music at Sylvester park: Sammy Steele Band  (Country)

August 2

10am – Charles the Clown at the Olympia Library

10am-10pm – Thurston County Fair: Kids Day -  All Kids (age 14 and under)  $2 admission, and Bring a buddy and buy one Arm Band for $23  and get the second one free. Remember, your buddy has to be with you at the time of purchase.

August 3

10am-10pm – Thurston County Fair

5-9 pm - Hands On Children's Museum; free admission

7-8pm – Music at Port Plaza:  m-pact  (Accapella)

August 4

Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire.  The Kelley Farm, Boney Lake, $18/day for adults.  washingtonfaire.com

9am-Noon – Free kid's workshop at Home Depot

10am-10pm – Thurston County Fair

7pm – Outdoor Movie at Huntamer Park, Soul Surfer: Come early to enjoy a great concert at 7:00 pm Pendeltones — Beach Boys Tribute Movies start at dusk.  Bring your own snacks or purchase from our concessionaire.

August 5

Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire.  The Kelley Farm, Boney Lake, $18/day for adults.  washingtonfaire.com

10am-8pm – Thurston County Fair

August 7

10am – Regal Kids movies: Rio and Spy Kids: All the Time Tickets are $1

10am – Cinemark Kids Movie (in mall): Yogi Bear. Tickets are $1 per show or 10 shows for $5 if purchased in advance.

6:30pm – Children's Entertainment in Huntamer Park: Eric Herman — Cool Tunes for kids

August 8

10am – Regal Kids movies: Rio and Spy Kids: All the Time Tickets are $1

Noon – Music at Huntamer Park: Tuff Boxx — Army Band Pop & Top 40

7-8pm – Music at Sylvester park: Tacoma Concert Band  (Symphonic)

August 9

Pierce County Fair August 9-12.  Graham

August 11

Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire.  The Kelley Farm, Boney Lake, $18/day for adults.  washingtonfaire.com

 10 am – Free Kid's Workshop at Lowes – Build a Shrek Dragon Ride. Must pre-register online at https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/pages/default.aspx

10:00am – 4:00pm - Lacey Community Market, Huntamer Park

11am-2pm - Grand opening of East Bay Public Plaza.  Formal opening at 11am.  Free hot dogs, cookies, make your own kite.  500 Adams St, Olympia.  wetsciencecenter.org

11am-5pm - Fort Nisqually's Brigade Encampment $5-$8 253-591-5339

7pm – Outdoor Movie at Huntamer Park, Double Feature Night: Hairspray & Mamma Mia! : Come early to enjoy a great concert at 7:00 pm Dan in Black — Johnny Cash Tribute Movies start at dusk.  Bring your own snacks or purchase from our concessionaire.

August 12

Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire.  The Kelley Farm, Boney Lake, $18/day for adults.  washingtonfaire.com

11am-5pm - Fort Nisqually's Brigade Encampment $5-$8 253-591-5339

2pm– Free Kid's Workshop at Lowes – Build a Shrek Dragon Ride . Must pre-register online at https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/pages/default.aspx

August 14

10am – Regal Kids movies: Chimpanzee and Hoodwinked Too. Tickets are $1

10am – Cinemark Kids Movie (in mall): Dolphin Tale. Tickets are $1 per show or 10 shows for $5 if purchased in advance.

10am-10pm – Southwest Washington Fair in Chehalis Kids Day with ½ price admission 

10:30-1:30pm Tolmie State Park.  Explore low tide with trained beach naturalists.  The can help you find where beach animals live.  Teach you how to help keep them and the beach healthy.  Answer questions about animals that live there.  www.sseacenter.org

August 15

10am – Regal Kids movies: Chimpanzee and Hoodwinked Too . Tickets are $1

10am-10pm – Southwest Washington Fair in Chehalis http://southwestwashingtonfair.net/

7-8pm – Music at Sylvester park: Craig Terrill Band  (Rock)

August 16

10am-10pm – Southwest Washington Fair in Chehalis http://southwestwashingtonfair.net/

August 17

10am-10pm – Southwest Washington Fair in Chehalis http://southwestwashingtonfair.net/

August 18

Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire.  The Kelley Farm, Boney Lake, $18/day for adults.  washingtonfaire.com

10m – Pet Parade: Downtown Olympia, ending at Sylvester Park

10am-10pm – Southwest Washington Fair in Chehalis http://southwestwashingtonfair.net/

11am-2pm - Free CommunityBlock Party hosted by Olympia Lacey Church of God. The event will include FREE fun activities for the whole family, including large inflatable toys, back to school haircuts for the kids, facepainting, balloons, Lacey Fire Engines, horse rides, Black Hills Gymnastics Tumble Bus, BBQ hot dogs, popcorn & cotton candy. New this year will be live entertainment and a mobile gaming unit. There will again be a limited supply of backpacks & school supplies, with distribution beginning at 11:00. 

Noon-3pm - Frye Cove County Park.  Explore low tide with trained beach naturalists.  The can help you find where beach animals live.  Teach you how to help keep them and the beach healthy.  Answer questions about animals that live there.  www.sseacenter.org

 August 19

Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire.  The Kelley Farm, Boney Lake, $18/day for adults.  washingtonfaire.com

10am-7pm – Southwest Washington Fair in Chehalis http://southwestwashingtonfair.net/

1:30pm-4:30pm - Priest Point Park.  Explore low tide with trained beach naturalists.  The can help you find where beach animals live.  Teach you how to help keep them and the beach healthy.  Answer questions about animals that live there.  www.sseacenter.org

1:30pm-4:30 - Burfoot  County Park.  Explore low tide with trained beach naturalists.  The can help you find where beach animals live.  Teach you how to help keep them and the beach healthy.  Answer questions about animals that live there.  www.sseacenter.org

August 21

10am – Regal Kids movies: Arthur Christmas and Smurfs. Tickets are $1

10am – Cinemark Kids Movie (in mall): Charlotte's Web. Tickets are $1 per show or 10 shows for $5 if purchased in advance.

1-4pm Summer Reading Party at Tumwater Library: Celebrate all of the reading you did this summer at the library's end of summer party. There will be cake, crafts, balloon animals, and a chance to have your picture taken with Choco, the library mascot. (Bring your own camera!) 

August 22

10am – Regal Kids movies: Chimpanzee and Hoodwinked Too . Tickets are $1

7-8pm – Music at Sylvester park:  DUB Lounge International  (Reggae)

August 24

10am-4pm – Olympia Sand in the City at Jefferson Street between the museum and the WET (Water Education and Technology) Science Center run by the LOTT: http://www.hocm.org/page.php?id=209

August 25

10 am – Free Kid's Workshop at Lowes – Build a Shrek Onion Carriage . Must pre-register online at https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/pages/default.aspx

10am-7pm – Olympia Sand in the City at Jefferson Street between the museum and the WET (Water Education and Technology) Science Center run by the LOTT: http://www.hocm.org/page.php?id=209

August 26

2pm– Free Kid's Workshop at Lowes – Build a Shrek Onion Carriage . Must pre-register online at https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/pages/default.aspx

10am-5pm – Olympia Sand in the City at Jefferson Street between the museum and the WET (Water Education and Technology) Science Center run by the LOTT: http://www.hocm.org/page.php?id=209

August 28

10am – Regal Kids movies: Alvin & Chipmunks:Shipwrecked and Mr. Popper's Penguins. Tickets are $1

10:00am-1:00pm - Burfoot  County Park.  Explore low tide with trained beach naturalists.  The can help you find where beach animals live.  Teach you how to help keep them and the beach healthy.  Answer questions about animals that live there.  www.sseacenter.org

August 29

10am – Regal Kids movies: Alvin & Chipmunks:Shipwrecked and Mr. Popper's Penguins. Tickets are $1

7-8pm – Music at Sylvester park: Fabulous Rood Shakers  (Rhythm & Blues)

August 31

Olympia Harbor Days at Percival Landing: http://harbordays.com/

September 1

9am-Noon – Free kid's workshop at Home Depot

Olympia Harbor Days at Percival Landing: http://harbordays.com/

September 2

Olympia Harbor Days at Percival Landing: http://harbordays.com/

September 7

5-9 pm - Hands On Children's Museum; free admission

September 7-23

Puyallup Fair - http://www.thefair.com/puyallup-fair/

September 10

10:00am – 4:00pm - Lacey Community Market, Huntamer Park

September 15

9am-3pm – Car show and swap meet at Huntamer Park: End the summer in style!  Stroll among a huge array of collector cars and vote for your favorite ... listen to live music ...enjoy a sampling of local cuisine from the many food booths ... and enter to win one of many great prizes!