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Green City Market every Wednesday

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Green City Market every Wednesday. The Green City outdoor market is open Every Wednesday May 9-October 24, 2018 7:00am–1:00pm Where: South end of Lincoln Park at the intersection of Clark & Lincoln (approximately 1817 N. Clark). Curious what will be on offer?  Here's a seasonality … [Read more...] about Green City Market every Wednesday

Switzerland offering free Divvy rides

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Switzerland offering free Divvy rides. Now through May 31 the Swiss tourism office is offering riders one full day of free access to Divvy bikes. Send yourself a postcard You can send an e-postcard to a friend (or yourself) through the Switzerland Tourism’s website. You can send as many as you'd … [Read more...] about Switzerland offering free Divvy rides

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Save Money Just By Asking

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Save Money Just By Asking. I'm not sure who said "Ask and you shall receive" but they were absolutely correct. Ask for a free replacement for a defective item I needed a replacement case for my iphone when it broke. I went online to purchase the failing part but I could only buy a whole new case … [Read more...] about Save Money Just By Asking

Get free stuff on your birthday

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Get free stuff on your birthday. Birthday freebies used to be more generous but hey free is still free.  You will be required to sign up to receive emails and in some cases join a dining or other club for free or for a fee in order to receive birthday freebies. All freebies are subject to … [Read more...] about Get free stuff on your birthday

Save money with ComEd Rebates

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Save money with ComEd Rebates. ComEd has changed it's rebate program and currently offers five types of rebates for qualifying, energy-efficient purchases that you may want to consider before making a purchase or that may apply to you for a recent prior purchase: Appliances Smart … [Read more...] about Save money with ComEd Rebates

How to save money at Walgreens

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How to save money at Walgreens. Walgreens is super convenient but no one wants to pay full price for that convenience.  If you employ a few methods you may be able to save money on many of the items that you purchase there. Join the Balance Rewards program As soon as you join add the everyday … [Read more...] about How to save money at Walgreens

Free Mulch from City of Chicago

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Free Mulch from City of Chicago. The Bureau of Forestry of the Department of Streets & Sanitation offers free mulch.  The mulch is available on a limited basis for pick up during working hours of 6:30 am to 2:00 pm Monday thru Friday. Locations The locations for pick up are: 4101 North … [Read more...] about Free Mulch from City of Chicago

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Free water test for Chicago residents

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Free water test for Chicago residents. If you're concerned about the lead levels in your water Chicago residents can test their water for free.  ***Update 4/13/18: After the Tribune article, I called the Water this AM and they are being inundated with requests for test kits.  If you are interested … [Read more...] about Free water test for Chicago residents

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Daily Getaways Travel Deals

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Daily Getaways Travel Deals are limited time and limited quantity offers to purchase travel related things like hotel points and packages, hotel gift cards, car rentals, attraction packages and more at a reduced price. Deals run April 9-May 11, 2018. Few deals worth it The deals below are … [Read more...] about Daily Getaways Travel Deals

Senior Savings Day at Walgreens

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Senior Savings Day at Walgreens. On the first Tuesday of the month, Walgreens offers customers age 55 and older a 20% discount on all regularly priced merchandise in-store. Walgreens, W Brand and Nice! products regularly priced and sale items are discounted. You might be asked to show proof … [Read more...] about Senior Savings Day at Walgreens

How to save money at CVS

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How to save money at CVS. The same rules apply at CVS that apply to all shopping. Shop when the price is right and never run out of anything! The best way to do this is to keep a price book (#24).  CVS has some great deals when you find a sale and then utilize the following techniques to save even … [Read more...] about How to save money at CVS

Save Money with Target Cartwheel

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Save Money with Target Cartwheel. I'm not much of a Target shopper. About a year ago I started using the Target Cartwheel app and I find it an easy way to save money.  Every week I look through Cartwheel and if I see a deal(s) and I'm walking by I pop in and shop.  I always pay with a 10% off Target … [Read more...] about Save Money with Target Cartwheel

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