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Amazon Prime Day July 16

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Amazon Prime Day July 16 I don't have Prime but you may benefit from a membership Full disclosure: I don't have an Amazon Prime account.  I've studied all the benefits and it just doesn't work for me.  However I did monitor Prime Day last year and there were some really extraordinary deals so if I … [Read more...] about Amazon Prime Day July 16

Benefits of Amazon Prime

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Benefits of Amazon Prime.  Following are the benefits of Amazon Prime membership.  If after reading this you think it may be beneficial for you to join please use our affiliate link to sign up.  Thank you! Sign up for a free 30 day trial membership here (My affiliate link. Thank you.) Just put it … [Read more...] about Benefits of Amazon Prime

Benefits of Amazon Prime Student

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Benefits of Amazon Prime Student. Sign up for a free 6 month Prime Student membership before July 17 Now through July 17 Amazon is offering a free 6 month Prime Student membership.  You must have a .edu email address.  Sign up here. (My affiliate link. Thank you.)  Just put it in your calendar to … [Read more...] about Benefits of Amazon Prime Student

Chicago on the Cheap is on Instagram

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Chicago on the Cheap is on Instagram.  I've been trying to figure out how to best use it to benefit my readers.  Basically what happens is I publish all worthwhile high quality deals and events but many times I see something when I'm out wandering around or when I'm no where near my computer or … [Read more...] about Chicago on the Cheap is on Instagram

Downtown Chicago farmers markets this week

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Downtown Chicago farmers markets this week. The downtown Chicago farmers markets are held on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays and listed below. Curious what will be on offer? Here's a seasonality list. TUESDAY Federal Plaza When:  Every Tuesday, May 15–October 30, 2018, 7 am-3 pm Where:  … [Read more...] about Downtown Chicago farmers markets this week

Green City Market at Gallagher Way

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Green City Market at Gallagher Way.  The Park at Wrigley has been renamed Gallagher Way because Gallagher Insurance Brokerage forked over some cash! When: Thursdays 4PM-8PM May 31-July 26, Aug 16, 30, Sept 6, 13, 20, 2018 Subject to change.  Website Where: 3637 N Clark St between Addison and … [Read more...] about Green City Market at Gallagher Way

Maximize Q3 2018 Chase Freedom 5% Cash Back

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Maximize Q3 2018 Chase Freedom 5% Cash Back . If you have a regular Chase Freedom credit card (not Freedom Unlimited) you may be aware of the 5% cash back quarterly bonus for spending up to $1,500 in specific categories each quarter. Q3 July 1-September 30, 2018 categories are: Gas stations, Lyft … [Read more...] about Maximize Q3 2018 Chase Freedom 5% Cash Back

20% off on Amazon Using Just 1 Amex MR Point

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20% off on Amazon Using Just 1 Amex MR Point. If you have an American Express card you may be earning Membership Rewards points. View eligible Cards. Membership Rewards points can be used for a wide variety of things.  This Amazon deal is fantastic. The Deal By using one Membership Reward point … [Read more...] about 20% off on Amazon Using Just 1 Amex MR Point

Walmart Grocery Deal

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Walmart Grocery Deal. The Deal Now through July 31 when you place an order online at Walmart Grocery for same day pick up and use code WALMART3 get $10 off an order of $50 or more.  Then within 60 days of placing the first discounted order you can place two more $50 or more orders and get another … [Read more...] about Walmart Grocery Deal

Jewel $20 off $49 Purchase plus Free Delivery

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Jewel $20 off $49 Purchase plus Free Delivery.  Offer valid for first time order only.  Like most online delivery services the online prices are higher in many cases but they also had some current sale items that were pretty decent. However with a one time $25 off $49 (before taxes) it's a great … [Read more...] about Jewel $20 off $49 Purchase plus Free Delivery

How to save money at Target

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How to save money at Target.  Target used to be pricey, except for sale items, but last year they changed their pricing strategy and reduced prices on thousands of items - causing their stock price to plummet!  I've started shopping their more regularly and I use the following techniques to save big … [Read more...] about How to save money at Target

Newberry Library Book Fair July 26-29

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Newberry Library Book Fair. When:  July 26-29, 2018. Thurs-Fri 12PM-8PM; Sat-Sun 10AM-6PM. Where: Newberry Library, 60 West Walton Street, (312) 943-9090. Admission is free The Newberry Library is a fascinating place, a private research library with some incredible collections. To raise … [Read more...] about Newberry Library Book Fair July 26-29

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