Saturday, February 25, 2012
February is dedicated to the health of one’s heart in many ways. There’s Valentine’s Day, but February is also “American Heart Month.” Take five minutes and review how to be frugal with your heart health.
1. Healthy Cooking Deal Time: Everyday Where to Find It: In your kitchen. Find tips and help on this website. Visit the American Heart Association’s Healthy Cooking section of their Nutrition Center website. Here you can find summer barbeque tips, healthy snacking ideas, smart substitutions, and step by step guides for healthier preparation methods. 2. Physical Activity and Other Healthy Habits Deal Time: Everyday Where to Find It: American Heart Association’s Get Moving microsite Visit this website to learn about the price of inactivity, how physical activity can improve the quality of your life, and many other tips for getting started and resources to keep you moving. There are also sections about stress management, weight management, …
Saturday, February 11, 2012
No matter what your budget is, it is important to make your Valentine feel valued. Although a nice card letting your special someone know how you feel is always appreciated, here are some additional values to help in your quest.
1. Spa Packages from Shear Illusions Deal Time: Now through February 14 Where to Find It: 45 Vanderbilt Avenue, Norwood 781-352-3505 Located inside the Vanderbilt Club, this beautiful hair studio and spa is offering values for your Valentine. Treat your special someone to a 60 minute deep tissue massage for only $55 (a $70 value). They are also offering two combination service packages at $110 each (both are a $165 value). “Night on the Town” includes a face framing foil, cut and style, and make up application. “Night Cap” includes a 60 minute hot stone massage, custom conditioning, treatment and blow dry, and an eyebrow wax. These specials are being offered for sale until Feb. 14, but do not need to be used by that day. 2. Experience …
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Have the holidays caught up with your waistline? Getting ready for a new start in 2012? Check out these local options.
1. Women’s Workout World in Walpole Deal Time: Now through Dec. 31 Where to Find It: 673 Main Street, Walpole | (508) 660-1160 Now through the end of the year, the sign up fee of 60 dollars has been reduced to $1. This beautiful gym has a spa, free tanning for platinum members, a babysitting room for the kids, personal and group training, and a separate boxing studio. There are two memberships available: 2. L.A. Fitness Deal Time: Now through Dec. 31 Where to Find It: 20 Providence Highway, Walpole | (508) 505-3020 Join for zero dollars down and $10 per week. This gym is spacious and clean. They offer a full range of classes, state of the art equipment, cardio area, indoor heated lap pool, saunas, whirpool spa, personal training, …
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Black Friday can be intimidating, but here’s a strategy to make the best of it: Start with a list, search for coupons, start with your most expensive items from the list and locate your deals before venturing out.
1. Coupon Mountain Deal Time: All the time Where to Find It: http://www.couponmountain.com Coupon Codes, Promo Codes, and Free Online Coupons – you can print out coupons to take with you on Black Friday, or use them to stay home and shop online in your PJs. There’s a 40 percent off coupon to Justice good for the entire holiday season. The local stores will accept this online code for in store purchases. There are also printable coupons for Kohl’s, Dell, Amazon, and more! You don’t even have to enter a code at checkout for online shopping. You can click through from the coupon to get your instant savings. Look out for some amazing Target.com deals from CouponMountain.com too! 2. BFads.net Deal Time: Now through Black Friday Where to Find …
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
The fall season is in full swing, and it is time for a little retail therapy.
1. Twenty-five percent off at Abercrombie & Fitch/A&F Kids (in store and online) Deal Time: Now through Oct. 16 Where to Find It: 250 Granit Street, Braintree (South Shore Plaza) | (781) 380-3754 or http://www.abercrombie.com Still back to school shopping? Take advantage of this deal: Abercrombie & Fitch is offering 25 percent off your entire purchase, both in store and online, now through Oct. 16. Use promo code: 10149 for Abercrombie or promo code: 20180 for A&F Kids. 2. Twenty-five percent off at Hollister (in store and online) Deal Time: Now through Oct. 16 Where to Find It: Patriot Place | (508) 698-1060 or http://www.hollisterco.com Maybe you like Hollister better than Abercrombie? A little friendly competition puts discounts on your…
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
As you settle into Fall, treat yourself to some new books and an ice cream. Then, pop over to a free workshop just for you! Hit the Salvation Army store for a half off. If you have time to clean out your closet before you go, you can bring your donations.
1. Annual Fall Book Sale (new and used) Deal Time: Monday (Sept. 26), 5 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday (Sept. 27), 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where to Find It: Dedham Public Library, 43 Church St., Dedham (781) 751-9284 Hardcovers, trades, mass market paperbacks, large print, children’s and young adults, audio books, videos and music CDs will be available for purchase at the Annual Fall Book Sales. There is free admission to this sale, and a half price sale or $4/bag of books. 2. Free Women’s Workshop: “It’s Time for Change” Deal Time: Thursday, Sept. 22nd at 6:30 p.m. Where to Find It: Morrill Memorial Library, 33 Walpole St., Norwood (781) 769-0200 The Library is presenting a free two-hour workshop that will empower women of all ages to make crucial …
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Back to school and back to fall sports and activities. It's not easy on the wallet, so here are a few tips to save some cash while staying busy.
1. Play it Again Sports Deal Time: All the time Where to Find It: 630 Washington St., Norwood | (781) 493-6796 Trade in used sporting equipment for a discount on new equipment. Or, buy gently used sporting equipment for a fifty to seventy percent discount. The environment is friendly and the people there are helpful and knowledgeable. 3. Olympia Sports Deal Time: This week Where to Find It: 40 Providence Highway, Walpole | (508) 660-1488 Head over to Olympia Sports and all shoes with an orange insert are 30 percent off a second pair! This is an inexpensive way to get some back up sneakers for your active children. 4. Dick’s Sporting Goods Deal Time: Free shipping until Sept. 10 Where to Find It: 15 Stockwell Drive, Avon | (508) 580-8881 …
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Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Let's get crafty and celebrate!
1. Microwave Popcorn (the healthier way) Deal Time: Anytime Where to Find It: In your kitchen and your local grocery store You need: A brown paper lunch bag, scotch tape, popping corn, salt and melted butter (optional). Pour ½ cup popping corn into the bag (no oil necessary) and fold/tape the bag shut afterward. Lay the bag on its side in your microwave and cook until there is approximately 5 seconds between pops. Every microwave is different, so you need to experiment with yours to see a more exact time. Put it in a bowl, sprinkle on your toppings of choice, and enjoy! 2. Cards and Invitations (A.C. Moore) Deal Time: Now through Saturday, September 3 Where to Find It: 346 Providence Highway, Dedham | 781.461.2484 Making homemade cards and…
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
As you start to think about the coming of all things fall - like football, apple picking, pumpkin carving, and cooler temperatures - don’t neglect your yard. It’s time to plant bulbs for the Spring, trim your shrubs and dust off your rake.
1. How does your garden grow? Breck’s ships direct! Deal Time: All the time Where to Find It: http://brecks.com Breck’s ships top quality bulbs, herbs, vegetables, and plants directly to your home. They also take the guess work out of when to plant because they time deliveries of specific plants to arrive at your house during peak planting time. They tell you what will grow in your area by zones. Sign up for their free catalog or browse online. Breck’s also will help you run a very easy and organized fundraiser for your local PTO or any other organization. Oh, and their products are 100 percent guaranteed. They replace anything you’ve purchased from them for free, including any shipping costs. 2. Free Home Improvement Magazines from Lowe’…
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Here’s some help finding the good deals with back to school shopping. Last week, we discussed school supplies and this week we tackle wardrobe.
Don't forget to take advantage of this weekend's Massachusetts TAX-FREE event: Aug. 13-14. 1. Hollister offering 50 percent off jeans: Deal Time: Limited time (no date listed on their website) Where to Find It: One Patriot Place, Foxboro | 508.698.1060 or online athttp://www.hollisterco.com This deal is listed as “for a limited time” and includes 50 percent off all jeans (excluding their Epic Exclusive style). They have a fairly large area of clearance racks too. 2. American Eagle: Deal Time: Now through Aug. 28 Where to Find It: South Shore Plaza (250 Granite Street, Braintree) | 781.843.2911 or in the Natick Mall Jeans are on sale for $25 - $45 per pair. Save up to 70 percent in their clearance section. They’re also offering free …
