If you are interested in checking out Pure Flix - a family friendly version of Netflix, you can get a free 30 day trial clicking here. After that, it's 7.99/month.
Let me know if you have tried it. I'm considering it.
Sunday, June 14, 2015
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Opting Out of Mailings & Phone Calls
Consumer Reporting Companies
If you decide that you don't want to receive prescreened offers of credit and insurance, you have two choices: You can opt out of receiving them for five years or opt out of receiving them permanently.
To opt out for five years: Call toll-free 1-888-5-OPT-OUT (1-888-567-8688) or visit www.optoutprescreen.com. The phone number and website are operated by the major consumer reporting companies.
To opt out permanently: You may begin the permanent Opt-Out process online at www.optoutprescreen.com. To complete your request, you must return the signed Permanent Opt-Out Election form, which will be provided after you initiate your online request.
When you call or visit the website, you'll be asked to provide certain personal information, including your home telephone number, name, Social Security number, and date of birth. The information you provide is confidential and will be used only to process your request to opt out.
Direct Marketers
Telemarketing
The federal government's National Do Not Call Registry is a free, easy way to reduce the telemarketing calls you get at home. To register your phone number or to get information about the registry, visit www.donotcall.gov, or call 1-888-382-1222 from the phone number you want to register. You will get fewer telemarketing calls within 31 days of registering your number. Telephone numbers on the registry will only be removed when they are disconnected and reassigned, or when you choose to remove a number from the registry.
The Direct Marketing Association's (DMA) Mail Preference Service (MPS) lets you opt out of receiving unsolicited commercial mail from many national companies for five years. When you register with this service, your name will be put on a "delete" file and made available to direct-mail marketers and organizations. This will reduce most of your unsolicited mail. However, your registration will not stop mailings from organizations that do not use the DMA's Mail Preference Service. To register with DMA's Mail Preference Service, go to www.dmachoice.org, or mail your request with a $1 processing fee to:
DMAchoice
Direct Marketing Association
P.O. Box 643
Carmel, NY 10512
Direct Marketing Association
P.O. Box 643
Carmel, NY 10512
The DMA also has an Email Preference Service (eMPS) to help you reduce unsolicited commercial emails. To opt out of receiving unsolicited commercial email from DMA members, visit www.dmachoice.org. Registration is free and good for six years.
Friday, March 20, 2015
Free Annual Pass to National Parks for Active Military
Free Annual Pass to National Parks for Active Military
Overview of the Annual Pass for US Military and Their Dependents
- Free
- Available to US military members and the dependents of deployed military in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard, as well as most members of the US Reserves and National Guard. Proper military ID is required (CAC Card or DoD Form 1173).
- Obtained in person at Federal recreation sites that charge entrance or standard amenity fees.
- Covers entrance to Fish and Wildlife Service and National Park Service sites that charge Entrance Fees, and Standard Amenity Fees at Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation sites.
- Admits the pass owners and any accompanying passengers in a private non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas, or the pass owner and up to additional 3 adults at sites that charge per person.
- Non-transferable
- Where can I use my pass?Please contact a site directly if you have a question about pass acceptance and fees. The Forest Service, the National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau of Land Management, and Bureau of Reclamation honor the Annual Pass at sites where Entrance or Standard Amenity Fee(s) are charged.
- Bureau of Land Management http://www.blm.gov
- Bureau of Reclamation http://www.usbr.gov
- Fish and Wildlife Service http://www.fws.gov
- USDA Forest Service http://www.fs.fed.us
- National Park Service http://www.nps.gov
US Army Corps of Engineers will not be issuing this pass, however they may honor it for free access at some sites. For more information contact your local US Army Corps of Engineers. - How do I get my pas
Thursday, February 19, 2015
Winter Activities for Kids
Everything Rubbermaid store (Wooster) - 3rd floor has Step 2 play structures, kitchens, etc to play with for free
Massillon Rec center - Daily Visit pass - Ages 4 & up - $6, Under 3 is free.The aquatics area features four bodies of water; a two-lane lap pool; a lazy river; a multipurpose splash down pool; a dry sauna, and a kiddie play pool. The 19' high water slides just add more to the fun.
Orrville Y - 3 free family swim on the Orrville PTO card.
Evergreen RV Park Swimming Pool - just outside Mt Eaton on 241. swimming pool - Sunday to Thursday: 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Friday & Saturday: 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM. I think it's $5/2 hours
Massillon McDonalds on 172 towards Target - I've heard good things about their playground.
First Christian Church (Canton) - FREE The playland has 4 levels with tubes, stairs, and slides for your kids to explore and enjoy. There is even a designated area for toddlers ages 2 and under to play safely. Spring hours: Monday – Friday 1:30 – 5pm and Sundays 1-3pm. Hours will be extended during summer months.
Amazone Family Center - Medina Toddler playground for children under 3 – $4 for same day unlimited play. Large playground for children 3 and above – $8 for same day unlimited play. Watch for deals on Groupon or Living Social. Mon-Thurs 10-9, Fri & Sat- 10-midnight, Sun - noon-9pm. Tues they have an animal show, Wed story time, Thurs craft. All at 11 am.
Harry London Chocolates (by Akron-Canton airport) -
Tour Times: Monday-Friday 10-4 Tours commence every hour on the hour; year-round. Free
Toyrifix (Smithville) - toys & trains to play with in the store.
Orrville Library - story time, special events, trains & puzzles
Putt N Stuff (Orrville) - Look for discounts on I Shop Stark, Town Money Saver, the Orrville school card
Akron Art Museum - Free to children 12 & under with an adult. Thurs are free days.
Cleveland Art Museum - Free. Within walking distance of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History & Cleveland Botanical Gardens.
McKinley Museum & Monument - Canton. Dinosaurs, live animals, hands on science experiments, history, huge model train display. Museum Adults $8, Kids 3-18 $6. Monument Free. Mon-Sat 9-4, Sun Noon-4. Planetarium-- Saturday at 1:00 PM and Sunday at 2:00 PM. During the summer months public shows are held at 1:00 PM Monday-Friday. Planetarium shows are included in your admission price. Please note that children must be 5 years of age or older to attend a planetarium show.
MAPS Museum - off of 241 near the Akron Canton Airport. 39 planes in various stages of restoration. A good hands on, up close look at the planes. Adults $8, Kids 6-12 $5. Check I Shop Stark for discount tickets. Tues-Sat 9:00-4:30, Sun 11:30-4
Akron Fossils & Science Center - Copley. Focuses on creationism & not evolution. Open Friday & Saturday 10am-5pm for walk-in visits.. Adults $6, kids 3-15 $5. (winter times & rates)
The Little Buckeye Children's Museum (Mansfield) Admission $7 Wed-Friday 10am-4pm, Saturday 10am-6pm & Sundays 1pm-6pm
Please confirm before attending these events as dated, times & pricing may have changed.
If you travel a lot or live near a zoo or science center you might want to consider a science center and/or zoo membership. These are all good for a year & you can usually activate them over the phone or online. You don't have to live near the one you buy, but these are some of the best prices I have found. Typically a family is up to 6 people.
I tried to use my Toledo membership at Great Lakes & they wouldn't let me. They said because I lived less than 90 miles from Cleveland I couldn't use a membership besides Great Lakes for free or McKinley for 1/2 price. They ended up letting me pay half price because they had given me incorrect information when I called. I just say this as a warning about the 90 mile rule. I think this applies at all of them.
Science Center Memberships:
McKinley Museum in Canton - $56 for a family.
Pros - 350+ science centers for free, including COSI & Clev Natural History
Cons - Great Lakes Science Center 1/2 price (Great Lakes General Admission - Adult $14, Kids (2-12) $12), doesn't reciprocate to Pittsburgh Children's Museum
Boonshoft Discovery in Dayton - $100 for a family (up to 6 kids)
Pros - 350+ science centers for free, 150+ zoos - most for half price
Cons - Cincinnati Museum Center, Cincinnati Museum of Natural History 50% off, COSI is 50% off (COSI Classic Exhibits - Adults $17.95, Kids (2-12) $12.95). This wouldn't work at Great Lakes if you live less than 90 miles from Cleveland.
Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit and debit cardholders get free admission into 150 zoos, science centers, & children's museums around the country the first full week-end of each month. Check out the list here.
Massillon Rec center - Daily Visit pass - Ages 4 & up - $6, Under 3 is free.The aquatics area features four bodies of water; a two-lane lap pool; a lazy river; a multipurpose splash down pool; a dry sauna, and a kiddie play pool. The 19' high water slides just add more to the fun.
Orrville Y - 3 free family swim on the Orrville PTO card.
Evergreen RV Park Swimming Pool - just outside Mt Eaton on 241. swimming pool - Sunday to Thursday: 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Friday & Saturday: 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM. I think it's $5/2 hours
Massillon McDonalds on 172 towards Target - I've heard good things about their playground.
First Christian Church (Canton) - FREE The playland has 4 levels with tubes, stairs, and slides for your kids to explore and enjoy. There is even a designated area for toddlers ages 2 and under to play safely. Spring hours: Monday – Friday 1:30 – 5pm and Sundays 1-3pm. Hours will be extended during summer months.
Amazone Family Center - Medina Toddler playground for children under 3 – $4 for same day unlimited play. Large playground for children 3 and above – $8 for same day unlimited play. Watch for deals on Groupon or Living Social. Mon-Thurs 10-9, Fri & Sat- 10-midnight, Sun - noon-9pm. Tues they have an animal show, Wed story time, Thurs craft. All at 11 am.
Harry London Chocolates (by Akron-Canton airport) -
Tour Times: Monday-Friday 10-4 Tours commence every hour on the hour; year-round. Free
Toyrifix (Smithville) - toys & trains to play with in the store.
Orrville Library - story time, special events, trains & puzzles
Putt N Stuff (Orrville) - Look for discounts on I Shop Stark, Town Money Saver, the Orrville school card
Akron Art Museum - Free to children 12 & under with an adult. Thurs are free days.
Cleveland Art Museum - Free. Within walking distance of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History & Cleveland Botanical Gardens.
McKinley Museum & Monument - Canton. Dinosaurs, live animals, hands on science experiments, history, huge model train display. Museum Adults $8, Kids 3-18 $6. Monument Free. Mon-Sat 9-4, Sun Noon-4. Planetarium-- Saturday at 1:00 PM and Sunday at 2:00 PM. During the summer months public shows are held at 1:00 PM Monday-Friday. Planetarium shows are included in your admission price. Please note that children must be 5 years of age or older to attend a planetarium show.
MAPS Museum - off of 241 near the Akron Canton Airport. 39 planes in various stages of restoration. A good hands on, up close look at the planes. Adults $8, Kids 6-12 $5. Check I Shop Stark for discount tickets. Tues-Sat 9:00-4:30, Sun 11:30-4
Akron Fossils & Science Center - Copley. Focuses on creationism & not evolution. Open Friday & Saturday 10am-5pm for walk-in visits.. Adults $6, kids 3-15 $5. (winter times & rates)
The Little Buckeye Children's Museum (Mansfield) Admission $7 Wed-Friday 10am-4pm, Saturday 10am-6pm & Sundays 1pm-6pm
Please confirm before attending these events as dated, times & pricing may have changed.
If you travel a lot or live near a zoo or science center you might want to consider a science center and/or zoo membership. These are all good for a year & you can usually activate them over the phone or online. You don't have to live near the one you buy, but these are some of the best prices I have found. Typically a family is up to 6 people.
I tried to use my Toledo membership at Great Lakes & they wouldn't let me. They said because I lived less than 90 miles from Cleveland I couldn't use a membership besides Great Lakes for free or McKinley for 1/2 price. They ended up letting me pay half price because they had given me incorrect information when I called. I just say this as a warning about the 90 mile rule. I think this applies at all of them.
Science Center Memberships:
McKinley Museum in Canton - $56 for a family.
Pros - 350+ science centers for free, including COSI & Clev Natural History
Cons - Great Lakes Science Center 1/2 price (Great Lakes General Admission - Adult $14, Kids (2-12) $12), doesn't reciprocate to Pittsburgh Children's Museum
Boonshoft Discovery in Dayton - $100 for a family (up to 6 kids)
Pros - 350+ science centers for free, 150+ zoos - most for half price
Cons - Cincinnati Museum Center, Cincinnati Museum of Natural History 50% off, COSI is 50% off (COSI Classic Exhibits - Adults $17.95, Kids (2-12) $12.95). This wouldn't work at Great Lakes if you live less than 90 miles from Cleveland.
Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit and debit cardholders get free admission into 150 zoos, science centers, & children's museums around the country the first full week-end of each month. Check out the list here.
Wednesday, February 4, 2015
Favorite Reward Programs
Disney Movie Program -Even if you don’t buy Disney Movies, you can still join the club to earn free merchandise. You can often find free codes to use. I got a Cars watch without ever buying a single Disney movie.
Pampers Rewards - Here’s another reward program where you don’t have to buy Pampers items to earn free things, including Shutterfly gift certificates & magazines. There are free codes at least 1-2 times a month.
Kellogg's - If you aren't currently signed up for Kellogg's Rewards, I'd encourage you to do it now. I think I've gotten at least 2 free Shutterfly Books, 2 - $20 certificates to Shutterfly, & numerous free magnets. I rarely buy Kellogg's products, but there are often free codes on blogs or Kellogg's Rewards Facebook page.
Coke Rewards - We don't think much pop at our house but you can find free codes on line. You can also ask people to save their lids for you. Occasionally they run promotions to get free things without any codes.
You can always goggle any of these for free codes
Friday, January 2, 2015
20 Dates for under $20
Check out this list of ideas for Date Nights under $20 on Focus on the Family's website.
Sunday, December 28, 2014
Back-up Pictures
If you know me, you know I'm a little passionate about pictures. This week would be a good time to back-up your pictures. I try to do this at least quarterly.
Some ideas on how to back up pictures:
Some ideas on how to back up pictures:
- Have an external drive that is plugged into your computer that you backup pictures manually or have it set up automatically if it can.
- Have an external drive that you manually copy pictures & store in your fireproof safe
- Burn your pictures to a DVD or CD twice. I do DVD because they hold more & supposedly last longer than CDs. Store one set in your fireproof safe & one set at a friend or family member.
- Store on the "cloud" or online storage. Here's a review of some of the more popular ones. I do the first 3 regularly so I don't have much experience with the online storage.
Monday, October 13, 2014
Free Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine
Sign up to receive a free subscription to Northeast Ohio Magazine magazine. It has lots of fun ideas to do in the area.
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
5 Love Language Test
If you know me, you know I'm a big fan of the 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman. Here's a free on-line test for you, your mate, & your kids to take to find out your love language.
Click here for the test.
Click here for the test.
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Craft/Antique Stores in Wayne/Stark/Summit/Medina Counties
I'm working on compiling a list of local antique/gift/craft stores. Let me know your favorites
Audrey's Attic - 147 N Main St Orrville
Journey in Time -1314 Wadsworth Rd Orrville, Ohio 44667 (where the antique mall was)
Village Peddler - 47 W Main St Dalton
Curious Fare - 128 E Main St, Smithville, Ohio
Towpath Treasures - 4456 Erie Ave NW, Massillon, Ohio 44647
Tue - Sat: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tattered & Worn - 217 Wabash Ave S, Brewster, Ohio
Tues - Sat 11:00-4:00
Rust & Found - 111 S Canal St, Canal Fulton, Ohio
Dec 5th 11 - 6
6th 11 - 4
Salvage Style - 1729 Reimer Rd, Wadsworth, Ohio
Wed - Sat: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Antique to Chic - 761 Wooster Rd N, Barberton, Ohio 44203
Funky Junk Boutique - 18 W Main St, Seville, Ohio
Along Memory Lane - 3 E Main St, Seville, Ohio 44273
Village Square Antique- 121 Wooster St, Lodi, Ohio 44254
Audrey's Attic - 147 N Main St Orrville
Mon - Wed: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri - Sat: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Journey in Time -1314 Wadsworth Rd Orrville, Ohio 44667 (where the antique mall was)
Tue - Sat: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Village Peddler - 47 W Main St Dalton
Tue - Fri: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sat: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Country Pickers -53 E Market St, Marshallville, Ohio 44645
Thu - Fri: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
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Sat: 9:00 am - 5:00 pmSun: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Just Enough Antiques - 134 W Main St, Smithville, Ohio 44677
Tue - Sat: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Sun: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Curious Fare - 128 E Main St, Smithville, Ohio
Wed - Fri: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Towpath Treasures - 4456 Erie Ave NW, Massillon, Ohio 44647
Tue - Sat: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Tattered & Worn - 217 Wabash Ave S, Brewster, Ohio
Tues - Sat 11:00-4:00
Rust & Found - 111 S Canal St, Canal Fulton, Ohio
Dec 5th 11 - 6
6th 11 - 4
Salvage Style - 1729 Reimer Rd, Wadsworth, Ohio
Wed - Sat: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Antique to Chic - 761 Wooster Rd N, Barberton, Ohio 44203
Funky Junk Boutique - 18 W Main St, Seville, Ohio
| Mon - Sat: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm |
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Seville Antiques - 14 Milton St, Seville, Ohio
Mon - Sat: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Vintage Corner Antiques & Collectibles - 30 Center St, Seville, Ohio 44273
Mon - Sun: 11:00 am - 5:00 pmVillage Square Antique- 121 Wooster St, Lodi, Ohio 44254
Mon - Sat: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Medina Depot Antiques - 602 West Libery St, Medina, Ohio 44256
Mon - Sun: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
This & That Antiques- 234 N Broadway St, Medina, Ohio
Mon - Sun: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Brothers Antique Mall - 6132 Wooster Pike, Medina, Ohio 44256
Mon - Sat: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
- The Gleaner - 1488 County Road 995, Ashland, OH 44805
- Tuesday through Saturday, 10 to 5
Monday, August 11, 2014
School Supply Tip
A tip for saving on school supplies, buy next year's supplies after school starts this year. From what I've seen, the supply list doesn't change too much from year to year. Last year I bought almost all of the school supplies at Menards for free or nearly free after school started. They had crazy rebates on them.
I took a picture of the supply list with my phone so I had the list with me whenever I'd find a good deal.
I took a picture of the supply list with my phone so I had the list with me whenever I'd find a good deal.
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Free Lego Magazine
Sign up here for a free Lego magazine subscription. They pick which one based on age.
https://club.lego.com/en-us/join/magazinesubscription/
Tuesday, July 8, 2014
Arts Cow - 6 free books & 1800 free prints + Magnet/Coaster Deal
Let me know if you are interested in getting a referral code to get 6 free books & 1800 free prints from ArtsCow. I can e-mail it to you.
I have mentioned them before. I have seen mixed reviews on them. I order 100 free prints & had them within 5 days. I also ordered 3 free books & it was just over a week to get them. I had to pay shipping. They are coming from Hong Kong so you never know for sure how long it will take.
I was very pleased with both of my purchases. The books are not as user friendly as Shutterfly, but I would say the quality was as good.
They are running a special right now.
Buttons, Magnets and Drink Coasters
3 for $5
Mix and match your little goodies.
http://www.artscow.com/photo-gifts/magnet-button-coaster
Monday, June 30, 2014
Kellogg's Rewards
If you haven't join Kellogg's Rewards, now is a great time. As I have mentioned before I have gotten some great Shutterfly freebies just for being a member. Here's a link to a bunch of current codes.
Use code HAPPYBDAYAMERICA to get 238 points
Use code HAPPYBDAYAMERICA to get 238 points
Sunday, June 29, 2014
Kohl's Cash - UPDATE
Our local Kohl's (Wooster) will no longer accept expired Kohl's cash, effective August 1. Be sure to use it by the exp. date. I don't know if this is across the board at Kohl's or just our area, so if you tend to use expired Kohl's cash, you might want to verify with your store.
This is a corporate decision so all stores should be effective. Use your Kohl's cash now.
This is a corporate decision so all stores should be effective. Use your Kohl's cash now.
A Few of My Favorite Northeast Ohio Discount Stores
I'm working on compiling a list of key thrift shopping stores in our area.
Local discount shopping
Everything Surplus store & Clothing Warehouse - Wooster near K-Mart. Discounted food, clothes & household items. The stores are beside each other.
Downunder Liquidator - Near OARDC Discount household items
Friendtique - 223 W Liberty St Wooster. Profits go toward the Hospice of Wayne County. They have clothing and furniture, household goods, etc. Often have estate type things for sale.
Massillon NE 1st St , Massillon
Ollie’s –Cleveland Rd N Canton
Tuesday Mornings - Canton & Fairlawn - discount household, super clearance
Gabriel Brothers - Canton & Fairlawn - discount clothes & household
MCC Connections– located in Kidron, by Central Christian. Very clean, like a Goodwill. Typically nicer things. I have found some fun Christian movies & books for the kids. They have a color tag that is $ 0.25 each week. It changes Friday morning.
Save & Serve - located in Millersburg. like MCC
Goodwill – Orrville,Wooster , Massillon, Canal Fulton, Jackson (near Jackson HS)
New Destinations - Wooster 5382 Cleveland Rd, Barberton. - Like Goodwill money goes toward Barberton Rescue Mission. I don't recommend the Barberton location.
Nice as New - clothing consignment Cleveland Rd Wooster. Near Greenleaf Restaurant.
New Orr Not - clothing consignment High St Orrville
Elephant's Truck - kids consignment Cleveland Rd Wooster. Near Greenleaf Restaurant.
Once Upon A Child, Plato's Closet, Clothes Mentor - Consignment stores for kids, teens, & adult. Often located beside each other. Thursday Plaza Canton
5 Below - Fairlawn & Belden area. Everything $5 & under
Dollar Store, Dollar Tree - Canton, Wooster - everything $1
Deals - Akron, Canton , Massillon - discount store like 5 Below
Village Discount - Akron, Cuyahoga Falls - like a Goodwill only cheaper. The Akron store recently added dressing rooms so you can try on clothes now.
Salvation Army store - Fairlawn & Canton - like a Goodwill. Wednesdays are family day & most everything is 50% off.
Yoder Bargain Barn - 7802 Salt Creek Rd, Fredericksburg - discount store
Building 9 - 132 Walnut, Massillon; 546 Medina Road, Medina (Fairlawn)- construction, home improvement discount store
Habit for Humanity Restore - at the old drive-in 6096 E Lincoln Way Wooster Building supplies
P Graham Dunn - clearance sales usually in May, Aug, & Nov. Always have outlet section at the back of the store.
Lehman's Outlet - Kidron. Outlet store behind the main store
Zinck's Fabric Outlet - Rt. 62 outside of Berlin. cheap fabric, notions, clothing and misc. items
For Food:
Aldi - can't beat at other grocery stores their prices on fruits & veggies
Dutch Country –Market St
Shearer’s – Discounted pretzels & chips at their factory in Brewster
Dairy Dock – Smith Dairy dock near the main fire station. You can get ½ gallons & other various novelty items significantly less. They might be slightly damaged. I think they are open Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri now
Nickels Bakery Thrift Stores – 21 South of 30 & 807 SpruceWooster
Scratch & Dent stores – Kidron road between 250 & 241; Apple Creek – D&S 8828 Dover Rd,
Bulk Food –East Union (old 30), Shady View Pantry (Zuercher Rd Kidron
Fruit & Veggie Stands - Octad on Carr Rd, just north of 30, Raber's on Kidron Rd south of 250. good prices for fruits & veggies. Raber's has pick your own flowers reasonable.
Let me know your favorites.
Local discount shopping
Everything Surplus store & Clothing Warehouse - Wooster near K-Mart. Discounted food, clothes & household items. The stores are beside each other.
Downunder Liquidator - Near OARDC Discount household items
Friendtique - 223 W Liberty St Wooster. Profits go toward the Hospice of Wayne County. They have clothing and furniture, household goods, etc. Often have estate type things for sale.
Ollie’s –
Tuesday Mornings - Canton & Fairlawn - discount household, super clearance
Gabriel Brothers - Canton & Fairlawn - discount clothes & household
MCC Connections– located in Kidron, by Central Christian. Very clean, like a Goodwill. Typically nicer things. I have found some fun Christian movies & books for the kids. They have a color tag that is $ 0.25 each week. It changes Friday morning.
Save & Serve - located in Millersburg. like MCC
Goodwill – Orrville,
New Destinations - Wooster 5382 Cleveland Rd, Barberton. - Like Goodwill money goes toward Barberton Rescue Mission. I don't recommend the Barberton location.
Nice as New - clothing consignment Cleveland Rd Wooster. Near Greenleaf Restaurant.
New Orr Not - clothing consignment High St Orrville
Elephant's Truck - kids consignment Cleveland Rd Wooster. Near Greenleaf Restaurant.
Once Upon A Child, Plato's Closet, Clothes Mentor - Consignment stores for kids, teens, & adult. Often located beside each other. Thursday Plaza Canton
5 Below - Fairlawn & Belden area. Everything $5 & under
Dollar Store, Dollar Tree - Canton, Wooster - everything $1
Deals - Akron, Canton , Massillon - discount store like 5 Below
Village Discount - Akron, Cuyahoga Falls - like a Goodwill only cheaper. The Akron store recently added dressing rooms so you can try on clothes now.
Salvation Army store - Fairlawn & Canton - like a Goodwill. Wednesdays are family day & most everything is 50% off.
Yoder Bargain Barn - 7802 Salt Creek Rd, Fredericksburg - discount store
Building 9 - 132 Walnut, Massillon; 546 Medina Road, Medina (Fairlawn)- construction, home improvement discount store
Habit for Humanity Restore - at the old drive-in 6096 E Lincoln Way Wooster Building supplies
P Graham Dunn - clearance sales usually in May, Aug, & Nov. Always have outlet section at the back of the store.
Lehman's Outlet - Kidron. Outlet store behind the main store
Zinck's Fabric Outlet - Rt. 62 outside of Berlin. cheap fabric, notions, clothing and misc. items
For Food:
Aldi - can't beat at other grocery stores their prices on fruits & veggies
Dutch Country –
Shearer’s – Discounted pretzels & chips at their factory in Brewster
Dairy Dock – Smith Dairy dock near the main fire station. You can get ½ gallons & other various novelty items significantly less. They might be slightly damaged. I think they are open Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri now
Nickels Bakery Thrift Stores – 21 South of 30 & 807 Spruce
Scratch & Dent stores – Kidron road between 250 & 241; Apple Creek – D&S 8828 Dover Rd,
Bulk Food –
Fruit & Veggie Stands - Octad on Carr Rd, just north of 30, Raber's on Kidron Rd south of 250. good prices for fruits & veggies. Raber's has pick your own flowers reasonable.
Let me know your favorites.
Saturday, June 28, 2014
Keeping Up With My Fabulous Deals
Favorite Websites for Deals & Online Shopping
As you look on my blog, you see a lot of links to different websites. I use my blog as a way to get to my favorite sites easily.
Online Shopping Codes - I always check Coupon Cabin, Retail Me Not, and/or Brad's Deals before I shop online of current deals. Another alternative is to search for the store name + “coupon” or “deals” i.e. kohls coupon
Facebook - sometimes if you "like" companies on facebook, you can get extra coupons.
Cashback Sites - I usually use ShopAtHome to shop on line to earn cashback. I will check Ebates, but often Shop At Home is better.
Shopping - I obviously use Amazon & sometimes Ebay for shopping. I also like 1 Sale A Day Flash sales. I have gotten some beautiful jewelry with free shipping for great prices.
Restaurant/Travel Deals - We rarely go out to eat without a coupon. I always Google the restaurant name, join their clubs, and/or check Facebook. Groupon & Living Social are good places to find deals. My favorite now is I Shop Stark (or Summit). They have great 1/2 certificates & coupons for the area. Sometimes they run better than 1/2 price deals. I check it almost every day.
Daily Deals - Include saleaday.com, gaggleofchicks.com, jasmere.com, etc. These offer a different deal every day, mostly merchandise or gift certificates. You can sometimes find some really good deals.
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Online Shopping Codes - I always check Coupon Cabin, Retail Me Not, and/or Brad's Deals before I shop online of current deals. Another alternative is to search for the store name + “coupon” or “deals” i.e. kohls coupon
Facebook - sometimes if you "like" companies on facebook, you can get extra coupons.
Cashback Sites - I usually use ShopAtHome to shop on line to earn cashback. I will check Ebates, but often Shop At Home is better.
Shopping - I obviously use Amazon & sometimes Ebay for shopping. I also like 1 Sale A Day Flash sales. I have gotten some beautiful jewelry with free shipping for great prices.
Restaurant/Travel Deals - We rarely go out to eat without a coupon. I always Google the restaurant name, join their clubs, and/or check Facebook. Groupon & Living Social are good places to find deals. My favorite now is I Shop Stark (or Summit). They have great 1/2 certificates & coupons for the area. Sometimes they run better than 1/2 price deals. I check it almost every day.
Daily Deals - Include saleaday.com, gaggleofchicks.com, jasmere.com, etc. These offer a different deal every day, mostly merchandise or gift certificates. You can sometimes find some really good deals.
Disney Movie Program -Even if you don’t buy Disney Movies, you can still join the club to earn free merchandise. You can often find free codes to use. I got a Cars watch without ever buying a single Disney movie.
Pampers Rewards - Here’s another reward program where you don’t have to buy Pampers items to earn free things, including Shutterfly gift certificates & magazines. There are free codes at least 1-2 times a month.
Kellogg's - If you aren't currently signed up for Kellogg's Rewards, I'd encourage you to do it now. I think I've gotten at least 2 free Shutterfly Books, 2 - $20 certificates to Shutterfly, & numerous free magnets. I rarely buy Kellogg's products, but there are often free codes on blogs or Kellogg's Rewards Facebook page.
Coke Rewards - We don't think much pop at our house but you can find free codes on line. You can also ask people to save their lids for you. Occasionally they run promotions to get free things without any codes.
Inbox Dollars - earn money for filling out surveys
Bzz Agent - fill out surveys & get free products sent to you to try out.
Bzz Agent - fill out surveys & get free products sent to you to try out.
- Snapfish – get 4x6 or 4x5.3 (doesn’t cut any of the picture off); only 1 coupon at a time; I like the quality of picture the best
- Shutterfly – can do multiple coupons; gives an index sheet that can be used for other crafts, prints your title on the back, shipping is higher; lots of free 8x8 book codes – 20 pages, 7.99 shipping; often has free shipping with $30.
Cyber Monday – I was totally amazed by all of the great deals available on-line the Monday after Thanksgiving. I did the majority of my shopping that day. I don’t like to battle the crowds on Black Friday.
Favorite Buy & Sell Websites
Facebook has groups that I have done really well with selling on.
- Wooster Buy & Sell - Buy & Sell everything imaginable
- Bargain Hunters United - a similar site
- Orrville Buy, Sell, or Free - a smaller group of people, your posts don't get lost with the 1000s of other posts
Search – search for items you have listed or something you are looking for
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PM – Private Message
Other Folder – When you message “non friends”
If “non friends” e-mail you, it will probably go to your “other” folder
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You can also sell & buy things on Craigslist Akron.
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Finally Ebay. For bigger things you can also do local pick-up. This is the only that you have to pay a commission on what you sell.
Just be smart with meeting people. I tried to do it in public places.
To find garage sales - I check out the Daily Record on line or Craigslist Akron has a garage sale listing. People also list them on the Facebook groups.
1. Include a Good Image
2. Be Specific
3. Price it Right
4. Repost After a Few Days
5. Respond Quickly
Just be smart with meeting people. I tried to do it in public places.
To find garage sales - I check out the Daily Record on line or Craigslist Akron has a garage sale listing. People also list them on the Facebook groups.
Paypal – a way to send & receive payment
1. Include a Good Image
You need
to have a clear image of the item you are selling. Potential buyers should be
able to tell what it looks like, and see what condition it’s in. Blurry images,
or no image at all, won’t be as effective. Since you are dealing with people
who might not be able to see the item before they pay for it, accurate and
clear representation is vital. If it’s allowed, multiple pictures, from
different angles, should be used.
2. Be Specific
Clearly
describe the item. Be specific about the dimensions. If you’re selling jewelry, you
should be able to describe different features, such as the karat weight of the
gold, or the clarity of the gemstone. When selling other items, you should be
able to describe it as new, unopened, light wear, like new, or with some other
designation. Pay attention to the specifics so that potential buyers can figure
out if it really does fit their needs. Look at the descriptions of successful
postings to get some ideas.
3. Price it Right
Before
you post an item, make sure that you do some research. Find out what similar
items in a similar condition are going for.
I check Craigslist & eBay before listing. Pay attention to pricing.
Consider pairing related items together, and offering a discount. In some
cases, you will be more successful selling a set, rather than splitting it up.
You can also specify that you are willing to break up a set, if you want to
remain more flexible. Consider being open to negotiation if you are really
concerned about getting the item off your hands.
4. Repost After a Few Days
On many
sites, the older listings get pushed to the bottom. After a few days, your
listing will no longer be easy to access. Instead of waiting 14 days, or 30,
for the listing to end, go ahead and post again after a few days. On an auction
site, you can keep the length of the auction between four and seven days.
Reposting can help you generate fresh interest in the item. Additionally,
before you repost, think about why your item didn’t sell. Tweak your posting to
see if you can sell your stuff with
different wording, or better images — or a better price.
5. Respond Quickly
When
you’re selling on eBay, potential buyers might ask questions — and you will
need to respond quickly if you want a good rating, and to get a few more bids.
When selling on local Classifieds sites, or selling on Craigslist, a fast
response is vital as well, especially if you are “competing” against other
sellers. Often, the first one to respond is the one who gets to sell the item.
If you are slow, the buyer may purchase a similar item from someone else.
6. Safety
Be smart
when you are meeting people you don’t know.
I always meet in a public place if my husband isn’t home.
7. Donate
Donate
what you don’t need to want. Our church
collects clothing for harvest ministry/clothing giveaway. Non-profits MCC Connections in Kidron or
Goodwill can give you a tax form.
8. Garage
Sale
Have a garage to sell your unwanted items. I feel you can give more from selling online
if you have time to meet people. I try
to sell my bigger tickets on line before my garage sale.
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