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Thursday, November 22, 2012

Retailers Release Black Friday Ads

Start planning your Black Friday shopping now.

Technology has changed the Thanksgiving tradition of flipping through the Black Friday newspaper circulars -- now you can look at them, in advance, on-line. Here are just a handful of the circulars that have been released already with deals that you find online today (if you'd like to shop on Turkey Day). Walmart  Target Michaels AC Moore  Kohls Best Buy Toys R Us Sports Authority Modells  Dick’s Sporting Goods  Macys  This list is just a sampling of the many online circulars and specials. To search for more, check out these sites for Black Friday sales or check each individual business: The Black Friday  BF Ads

Thursday, November 24, 2011

Frugal Family

Frugal Family: Black Friday Blowouts

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

Frugal Family

Frugal Family: Fall Frenzy

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

Frugal Family

Frugal Family: Books, Betterment and Sweets

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 …

Friday, August 12, 2011

Question of the Day

Question of the Day: Tax Free Weekend

Will you be taking advantage of tax free weekend?

Questions and conversations are often the driving forces behind change and understanding between neighbors, officials and political leaders.  At Medfield Patch, we want to hear from you! We're always striving to generate conversation and foster dialogue in an effort to give all of our users a voice in the community. Each day, we'll be asking Medfield Patch readers a different question every day. Questions could range from local decisions made by officials, to state issues, to national politics and entertainment. Whatever it is, we want to know what Medfield thinks! To answer, click on the words bolded and highlighted in blue and type away. Today's question: What are your thoughts on tax free weekend? Will you be taking advantage of the …

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Frugal Family

Frugal Family: Back to School Preparations

Well, it’s August. As tough as it is to do, we must start thinking about clothes and supplies for back to school. Here are a few deals and specials that just might take the sting out it for you.

1. Office Depot Deal Time: Now through this Saturday Where to Find It: 1 Worcester Road, Framingham | (508) 620-5570 Get a free $20 backpack and lunch tote free with a $15 school supplies purchase. See more about this deal online here. 2. Staples Deal Time: Now through this Saturday Where to Find It: staples.com Avoid the line and get free delivery on any order more than $75 on Staples' website. Staples have backpacks on sale, and a tool online to help you pick the best backpack based on your child’s age and needs. And now through Aug. 13, you can buy a “Back to School Savings Pass” for $10. This will give you 15 percent off for all your school supply purchases through Sept. 17. Check out their back to school supply guide by grade here. 3…

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Frugal Family

Frugal Family: Father's Day Sales Going on Now

Save more by ordering online in time for Father's Day.

Frugal Family is dedicated to giving you five great local deals each week that will help your family’s bottom line, and since we do the scouting for you, you can save time as well as money. You are a big part of this column. Let us hear about the deals you've seen. Just add them to our comment box. 1. CBS Scene Father's Day Kickoff Package  Deal: Looking for the perfect gift for Dad this Father's Day? Take him to eat at CBS Scene and Dad will receive FREE admission to the Hall presented by Raytheon PLUS 20 percent off at the Patriots ProShop. Good Through: June 18th - June 19th 2. Bass Pro Shops Father’s Day Sale Deal: Check it out, 20 percent off regular priced Bass Pro Shops wooden rod racks. Special buys on garmin and magellan GPS …

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Frugal Family

Frugal Family: Mother's Day Savings

Deals from Harry & David, Martha Stewart, and 1800Flowers.

This week April 24-30 is Administrative Professionals Week.  If there's an administrative professional in yours or your spouse's life, be sure to show your appreciation. A little thing goes a long way. Don't forget about Mom, order today and cash in on some sweet deals. 1. 15% off Administrative Professional & Mother’s Day purchases at 1800Flowers.com Deal: Let 1800Flowers.com Arrange a Smile for Mom. Save 15% with code MDAY15 on Mother’s Day Purchases at 1800Flowers.com! Good Through: May 31 2. Mother’s Day Orders at Harry & David Deal: Buy Mother’s Day gifts at Harry & David this year and save 20% on orders over $50. Use coupon code: MDAY11. Good Through: May 9 3. Macy’s Save an extra 15% off select Martha Stewart items Deal: Save an …

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