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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.  See update to Walgreens Balance Rewards program below - Higher Redemption … [Read more...] about How to save money 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

Home Depot free adult workshops

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Home Depot free adult workshops. The Home Deport offers many free adult workshops for do-it-yourselfers of all ages and experience levels throughout the year.  Learning how to do basic repairs and home improvement projects as well as how tp build things is a great way to save money. Registration … [Read more...] about Home Depot free adult workshops

Save Money with Target Cartwheel

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Save Money with Target Cartwheel.  Every week I look through Cartwheel to see if there are any deal(s) for things I need and then when I'm walking by I pop in and shop.  I always pay with a 10% off Target gift card which they sell once a year after Thanksgiving. I also look for deals through … [Read more...] about Save Money with Target Cartwheel

How to register to vote in Chicago

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How to register to vote in Chicago.  If you haven't registered to vote yet - no worries now is the time to do it.  Not sure if you're registered? Check here.  Don't wait for Early Voting or Election Day to register.  Avoid long lines and register now. Register to Vote/Change Address/Change Name … [Read more...] about How to register to vote in Chicago

Veterans No Fee City Sticker

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Veterans No Fee City Sticker. Starting on February 1, 2019, the City Clerk's office launched a pilot program expanding free City Stickers for many of Chicago's Veterans. Residents who have an Illinois Driver's License or State ID with a Veteran's designation issued on or before December 31, 2018 … [Read more...] about Veterans No Fee City Sticker

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Peoples Gas rebates for energy-efficient appliances

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Peoples Gas rebates for energy-efficient appliances. Owners of single-family homes, two-flats and individually-metered condos, apartments and townhomes can get rebates on a wide range of energy-saving improvements to their homes. The program offers HVAC, water heater and weatherization … [Read more...] about Peoples Gas rebates for energy-efficient appliances

North Shore Gas rebates for energy-efficient appliances

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North Shore Gas rebates for energy-efficient appliances. Owners of single-family homes, two-flats and individually-metered condos, apartments and townhomes can get rebates on a wide range of energy-saving improvements to their homes. The program offers HVAC, water heater and weatherization … [Read more...] about North Shore Gas rebates for energy-efficient appliances

Rebate for new smart thermostat

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ComEd announced a program to get 1 million "smart" thermostats into homes in Northern Illinois by 2020. The utility is offering $100 off coupon on Nest, Ecobee and Honeywell thermostats.  The program is a joint partnership with ComEd, Peoples Gas, Nicor and  North Shore Gas. What are Smart … [Read more...] about Rebate for new smart thermostat

CUB guide to combat robocalls

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CUB guide to combat robocalls.  CUB (Citizens Utility Board) has released its first-ever guide to combat robocalls.  I disconnected my landline years ago when I switched to cable internet but for the last year I had it all I ever received were robocalls.  I basically turned the ringer off and never … [Read more...] about CUB guide to combat robocalls

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Discount tickets Steppenwolf Theatre Chicago

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Discount tickets Steppenwolf Theatre Chicago. The Steppenwolf Theatre offers two ways to attend performances at a 50% discount or more: Day of Tickets 20 for $20 tickets Twenty tickets are available for subscription shows for $20 on the day of the performance at 11am (Tue-Sat) and 1pm (Sun), by … [Read more...] about Discount tickets Steppenwolf Theatre Chicago

Donate to Newberry Library Book Fair

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Donate to Newberry Library Book Fair. If you've been thinking about getting rid of some good quality books why not donate them to the Newberry Library.   Used books are worth almost nothing these days and aren't worth the time to sell online. All donations are sold at the annual Book Fair and … [Read more...] about Donate to Newberry Library Book Fair

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