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Get local produce delivered from Fresh Picks

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Get local produce delivered from Fresh Picks.  My Imperfect Foods order was canceled recently so as I was walking back from Mariano's dragging a mini shopping cart (borrowed from a neighbor) with two weeks worth of produce and a few misc items I thought "I'm going to need a back up plan for winter … [Read more...] about Get local produce delivered from Fresh Picks

$20 off Sam’s Club membership

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$20 off Sam’s Club membership. If you've been thinking about getting a Sam's Club for warehouse shopping, now is the time. This is a great way to try it out and see the savings for yourself. A membership normally costs $45. Now for a limited time sign up through my link (thank you in advance) and … [Read more...] about $20 off Sam’s Club membership

Rakuten Cash Back Plus $10 free

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Rakuten Cash Back Plus $10 free. One way to save money is to earn cash back by shopping through online cash back shopping portals or in-store. I use cash back portals whenever I can because it's essentially free money. Generally they work well so you just have to wait maybe 90 days for the cashback … [Read more...] about Rakuten Cash Back Plus $10 free

Nordstrom’s Deal

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Nordstrom's Deal.  Get $20 Off Your $150 App Purchase Enjoy this discount when you make your first qualifying purchase using the Nordstrom's app. Download Our App  See Terms & Conditions Nordstrom's Deal - Works on clearance itemsIf you can find $150 worth of sale or clearance … [Read more...] about Nordstrom’s Deal

Senior Savings Day at Walgreens

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Senior Savings Day at Walgreens. On the first Tuesday of the month, Walgreens offers Balance Rewards members age 55 and older a discount on all regularly priced merchandise in-store and online.  Save 20%-30% both in-store and online on select brands. Senior Savings Day at Walgreens If you're … [Read more...] about Senior Savings Day at Walgreens

Jewel Mymixx is now Just for U

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Jewel Mymixx is now Just for U.  Jewel has revamped their rewards program.  The offer clipping feature of MyMixx remains and they've added a Just for U feature where you can clip offers specifically for you.  There is also a new Rewards earning scheme.  You can use your Rewards … [Read more...] about Jewel Mymixx is now Just for U

20% off on Wilton Bakeware

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20% off on Wilton Bakeware. If you're baking up a storm and need more bakeware consider this sale.  I would mention that you may want to comparison shop because there are sales on select items at Sur La Table, Williams-Sonoma, Michael's, World Market (get 15% off first purchase when signing up … [Read more...] about 20% off on Wilton Bakeware

Use gift cards before retailers go bankrupt

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Use gift cards before retailers go bankrupt.  If you're holding any gift cards from retailers at risk you should use them asap just in case. The longer businesses are closed the more likely many retailers will go bankrupt.  The only "upside" to the situation is that not everyone can file for … [Read more...] about Use gift cards before retailers go bankrupt

How to get prescriptions delivered in Chicago

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How to get prescriptions delivered in Chicago One of my retirement age neighbors mentioned (on the phone) that they were trying to figure out how to get their medicine.  I had heard that Walgreens was delivering for free so here's all the info. CVS Get FREE delivery of Rx & everyday … [Read more...] about How to get prescriptions delivered in Chicago

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50 ways to save money on groceries

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Most families food budgets are one of their biggest monthly expenses.  According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture a family of four spends an average of $571 to $1,305 a month, not including takeaway and dining out.  Details here. There are things you can be aware of and do to save a ton of … [Read more...] about 50 ways to save money on groceries

Maxwell Street Market: Thrift Shopping every Sunday

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Maxwell Street Market: Thrift Shopping every Sunday When: Every Sunday, 9 am - 3 pm Free Admission. The Maxwell Street Market season will close on Sunday, December 22 and return on Sunday, March 1, 2020. Where: 800 S. Desplaines from Polk to Taylor streets. There’s limited FREE parking on … [Read more...] about Maxwell Street Market: Thrift Shopping every Sunday

Chicago Outlet Store Review: Urban Outfitters Surplus Store

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Chicago Outlet Store Review: Urban Outfitters Surplus Store Chicago is the home of the only Urban Outfitters Surplus Store in the country. Every day, Urban Outfitters store managers pull unsold merchandise off the floor, put it in a box, and send it to 2352 N. Clark Street (between Belden and … [Read more...] about Chicago Outlet Store Review: Urban Outfitters Surplus Store

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