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HOT~ deal today, only! If you are planning to purchase movie tickets for the near future via Fandango, do it today. Visa Signature holders (check here to verify your credit card) qualify for a Buy 1 ticket, get 2nd same ticket free!*

Thank you to PYP member CandyGran for supplying one of our favorite freebies. Here's a RedBox code that give a free one day rental:

REDBOX CODE - good today only Jan 11, 2010 RBXLUV10

See PYP forums for discussion.

Need something to do while kids are home during Winter break?

Remember, admission to Hogle Zoo is free on Wednesday, Dec. 30 as part of the zoo's wintertime "Wild Wednesdays" promotion.

This is a HOT deal, given the fact that regular admission is $9 for adults, $7 for seniors and $7 for children ages 3 to 12. (Children under the age of 3 are free.) Other free days this winter include: Jan. 27 and Feb. 24

Remember to stop and say 'hi' to the zoo's newest member, Zuri the baby elephant.

Please Note: This is the third article (3 of 4) in a series about post Holiday clearance shopping. Part 1 & Part 2

When I teach coupon classes, the most requested non-coupon question(s) I receive is about Target and Target clearance shopping, in particular. What I am about to share can and will save you lots of money, not to mention is actually fun.

(I will cover day-to-day Clearance shopping at Target in another article as I want to keep this one focused on Christmas shopping, solely.)

Many retail stores are unpredictable, disorganized and plain boring when it comes to Christmas markdowns, but NOT Target. And that is what helps make its clearance one of the most shopped around.

Why Target Christmas Clearance is the best around:

Target Holiday markdowns are chain wide and happen automatically in the computer system. This automation allows Target shoppers in Utah or California to know if Holiday clearance has been lowered to 75% or 90% off as shoppers in Florida who have experienced the sale, will share on Pinching Your Pennies (PYP) the great news about lower prices and greater savings, not to mention some of the hidden gems found. Members of PYP are awesome to do this and share the great news. So be sure to visit PYP's Screaming Deals Around Town sub-forum each morning to see the latest updates.

Rumored Markdown Dates of Christmas Clearance:
*Dec 26- Jan1- 50%
*Jan 2- Jan 6- 75%
*Jan 7- 90%

Seasoned Targeteers know that Target Christmas Clearance won’t be just in the seasonal area.
- Be sure to check around the entire store.
- Check all endcaps
- Check in each aisle
- When in doubt, scan!
- Combine sales/clearances with manufacturer's or Target store coupons when one gets the chance. See Target.com printable coupons. This year, there are Target.com coupons for candy that can save one even more money.

Unexpected Christmas Clearance items found throughout the store from years past.

Toys:
Check it all. Every aisle.

Grocery:
Anything with a holiday box, label, wrapping, of any sort.
Christmas candies, cookies, gift pack food.
Print the candy coupons so you are armed and ready!

HBA:
The gift packs of lotions and potions.
Hair ribbons, bow, headbands, barrettes etc.

Pet:
Seasonal pet clothes.
Holiday gift packs or Santa stocking with chews, toys etc.

Linens:
Holiday sheets, table cloths, napkins, table runners, placemats, napkin rings etc.
Holiday bath towels, kitchen towels, mitts, etc.
Holiday throws, pillows, doormats.

House wares:
Dinnerware, glassware, serving pieces
Kids plastic dinnerware
Tabletop kitchen appliances like the roaster oven.

Clothing:
Shirts, pajamas, t-shirts.
Robes, house shoes.

***ALSO – boxed seasonal gifts in tins or the red pre-priced boxes.

Accessories:
Socks, mittens, scarves, gloves, totes, wallets, belts etc.

Jewelry:
All sorts of costume jewelry! Possibly even Christmas watches.
Large stand-up jewelry boxes are usually on clearance.

Paper Goods:
Plates, napkins, also while there, go around the corner and look for candles.
Christmas photo albums, scrap booking kits etc.
Christmas cards

Seasonal:
All Christmas decorations, trees, wrapping, ribbons, outdoor decorations.
Outdoor electrical extension cords, light hanging clips, etc.

Christmas Clearance is but one type of clearance shopping at Target. Later, I will address the best methods of Clearance shopping at Target on a daily basis. And yes, one could clearance shop there everyday and find great bargains.

Thanks to Supermod Wengmama for spotting this gem! FREE Hot Cocoa & Cookie for the kids at Barnes & Nobles Starbucks this Saturday, October 24th only! Check out the other printable money saving coupons B&N offers as well. PYP discussion.

Soybutter, I have to be honest, this one I am VERY interested in as I have a son who is allergic to peanuts so to be able to try a subsitute without having to purchase a whole jar...NICE!
Garnier Hair Care via Walmart.com
Zyrtec Allergy Medicine via Walmart.com
Eukanaba $10 coupon for Puppy Food for your new bundle of energy.

Thanks to PYP Supermod Seabrz57 for this gem:

You probably have heard about this, but...Starbucks has jumped into the instant coffee game. (Is there an instant coffee game?)

Their new “ready brew” is called Starbucks VIA, and they’re guessing you can’t tell the difference between this new stuff and their regular, barista-brewed drip coffee.
So Starbucks is asking customers to take the Ready Brew Taste Challenge! Head to your local Starbucks and they’ll set you up with a sample of Colombia Starbucks VIA and one of just-brewed Pike Place Roast, then ask you to identify which is which. Win or lose, you’ll walk away with a coupon for a free tall brewed coffee to use on your next visit and a coupon for $1 off a VIA purchase. The challenge ends on Oct. 5, so get on over there!

Details & discussion.

Who knew October was National Cookie Month? Mrs. Fields, that's who! The gal who equips every mall food court with an intoxicating aroma is now hooking you up with a free, freshly baked chocolate chip cookie. Stop in between 11am and 1pm on October 1, at participating outlets and simply ask for your treat (and don't forget to ask for your frequent buyer card to get up to 6 more FREE
cookies through October 31.) Just one more reason to LOVE October! (As always, give your local store a call before heading over to be sure they're offering the freebie.)

HOT! HOT! FREEBIE through MyCokeRewards...

Only takes a few minutes, but well worth it. Whether you like Coke or not, you'll want to take a few minutes to sign up for this freebie through MyCokeRewards!

::Log in to MyCokeRewards (or sign up (account is free)).

*Click on the "Pick Up Points" tab

*Click on the "Get 25 Points" tab next to the T.G.I. Friday's logo.

*Sign up for the "Give Me More Stripes" program.

*Once you've signed up, you'll receive an email confirmation with a code that is good for 25 MyCokeReward points. Add these to your account and then you can choose to redeem them immediately for a FREE 20 oz. Coke, 18.5 oz. Dasani Essence, 32 oz. Powerade, or 20 oz. Minute Maid.

To celebrate the milestone of surpassing over a million followers to Amazon MP3's Twitter feed, you can get one of millions of songs valued at $1.29 or below on us.

**You must redeem the credit by September 6, 2009 11:59 PM PDT.

Link to offer @ Amazon.com

Sign up for Fast Forward Life. geared towards Qwest customers~ an e-newsletter of tips, tricks and high-speed how-to's that comes out every other month, and receive a $50 restaurant.com dining certificate!

Link takes you directly to the pop-up window from Qwest.com's website.

And...

To stretch your free dollars even more, Restaurant.com is selling their dining certificates at 70% off with code PALATE. See here for details.

Details from Qwest: Restaurant.com Dining Certificate: Limit one certificate per household. Subject to terms and conditions on restaurant.com (including, but not limited to, minimum spend requirements). Requires agreement to receive e-mails/e-newsletters from Qwest. Valid e-mail address required. $50 Restaurant.com dining certificate will be sent via e-mail within 2-3 weeks after participant requests certificate. Offer valid through 12/31/09

Today only, receive a FREE 8x10 Scrapbook Page at Walgreens Photo Center. Enter code SCRAPIT during checkout. Order online and pick up in-store to avoid shipping. Valid today, August 21st only.

**If you are new to the Walgreens online photo center, they are offering new customers another free 25 prints when sign-up using this link. No code necessary. Valid thru August 24th.

Today only, receive 20 FREE 4x6 prints at Walgreens Photo Center. Enter code 20FREE4ME during checkout. Order online and pick up in-store to avoid shipping. Valid today, August 20th only.

**If you are new to the Walgreens online photo center, they are offering new customers another free 25 prints when sign-up using this link. No code necessary. Valid thru August 24th.

As we stare down the end of summer (I know...not yet, not yet!) we realize it's time to start beefing up our family's immune systems. So this freebie comes at the right moment!

It's a set of free samples from immune-booster Emergen-C. This secret weapon for moms who don't want sick kids home...yet or just for moms (ME! ME!) who just can't spare any time for sickness or sick kids! Sign up online to send yourself some samples of the fortified fizzy drink mix, or share the love and use the send-to-a-friend feature. Here's to staying healthy!

While grabbing some Back-to-School supplies at Target, print a couple of coupons from coupons.com (group A)(thanks supermod Dewey for keeping track of these!)and get some FREE Cookies, too! Print the $1 off Pepperidge Farm cookies coupon (you can print two), grab the snack size packages (available by the front registers or the Dollar spot) and ENJOY!

Get your free movie rental today only from any Redbox kiosk using code 27HZ4KT.

Discussion.

Present this printable coupon or show coupon on your hand-held device to your local Starbucks barista on 7.21 ONLY and receive a FREE pastry with any beverage purchase. (Remember it is always a good idea to check if your area Starbucks is participating). Enjoy!

Use this PDF printable Nexcare bandage coupon at Target or any other retailer who cares travel sizes and these are FREE, or cost a few pennies. Perfect for purse, car, backpack or stashed anywhere to be prepared. Also, great for your scouts packs at camp this summer.

Other 3M Printable Products found here. Big shout out of thanks to Supermod Deweyville for keeping ALL our printables organized!

Credit goes to Supermod Deweyville for this awesome (and FUN) freebie!

Barnes & Nobles Kids Summer Reading Club for grades 1-6

Details:

Here’s how it works:

1. Kids read any eight (8) books of their own choosing.

2. Kids use the Summer Reading Journal to tell us their favorite part of each book. A parent/guardian signs the journal when it's complete. You can also get a Spanish-language Reading Journal.

3. Children bring their completed Reading Journal to a Barnes & Noble store between May 26th & September 7th, 2009.

4. We'll give them a coupon for a FREE book! They choose from a list of exceptional paperback titles.*

See PYP forum thread for all details and club link.