Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Teacher Appreciation Summer at MOSI
From June1-August 26, FL teachers will get Free Admission with a valid ID. Family members will recieve $5 off.
Tonight!
Kids eat FREE at Chili’s today, May 31. Get a Limit of 2 FREE kids entrees for each adult entree purchased. Only for kids 12 and under.
Coupon needed for discount
Movies in the Park: Megamind
June 4 Saturday 7 p.m.
Gather the family and bring chairs and blankets for a free outdoor movie. Concessions available. Movies begin at sundown. This portion features the 95-minute 2010 animated film Megamind, starring Will Ferrell, Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill. Price: Free. Land O' Lakes Community Center
5401 Land O'Lakes Blvd., Land O'Lakes, 34639
Gather the family and bring chairs and blankets for a free outdoor movie. Concessions available. Movies begin at sundown. This portion features the 95-minute 2010 animated film Megamind, starring Will Ferrell, Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill. Price: Free. Land O' Lakes Community Center
5401 Land O'Lakes Blvd., Land O'Lakes, 34639
Sunset Cinema at Pier 60
June 4 Saturday 7 p.m.
Bring blankets, low lawn chairs or towels to plop on Clearwater Beach and watch free movies. Concessions for sale. No alcohol. Shows start around dusk. Saturday features the PG-13 rated film The Green Hornet. Price: Free. Pier 60
10 Pier 60 Drive, Clearwater Beach, 33767
Bring blankets, low lawn chairs or towels to plop on Clearwater Beach and watch free movies. Concessions for sale. No alcohol. Shows start around dusk. Saturday features the PG-13 rated film The Green Hornet. Price: Free. Pier 60
10 Pier 60 Drive, Clearwater Beach, 33767
Sunset Cinema at Pier 60 June 3
Bring blankets, low lawn chairs or towels to plop on Clearwater Beach and watch free movies. Concessions for sale. No alcohol. Shows start around dusk. Friday features the PG-rated animated film Shark Tale.
Price: Free. Pier 60
10 Pier 60 Drive, Clearwater Beach, 33767
Price: Free. Pier 60
10 Pier 60 Drive, Clearwater Beach, 33767
Southwest Neighborhood Summer Kickoff
Sponsored by Pinch-a-Penny, Sunshine Scuba, Chick-Fil-A Largo, The Art of Touch, Regal Entertainment Group
Come celebrate summer with friends and family. A hot dog lunch and bottled water will be available as well as floats, inner tubes, and diving boards for recreational use. Experience underwater exploration with Discover Scuba, ages 17 and under require parent signature. Door prizes will be given away. SilverSneakers welcome!
Come celebrate summer with friends and family. A hot dog lunch and bottled water will be available as well as floats, inner tubes, and diving boards for recreational use. Experience underwater exploration with Discover Scuba, ages 17 and under require parent signature. Door prizes will be given away. SilverSneakers welcome!
| Sat, June 11 | 12-4pm | $2/2.50/$5.50 |
Flick n Float
Bring your favorite float to our great Summer Flick n Float family movie series.
Lifeguards are on duty and floats are provided, though you may bring your own. Only Coast Guard approved flotation devices are allowed in City of Largo pools and they are available at no charge.
Southwest Pool (13120 Vonn Rd, Largo 33774
There are no rain checks or refunds for severe weather. Summer movie dates are June 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29. For a complete listing of Flick n Float movie titles or a listing of all summer activities at Largo Pools, visit LargoPools.com or call (727)518-3126.Free hot dogs and concessions also available. Games and activities planned for each event. The movie will begin at dusk or approximately 9pm. Call (727)518-3126 for more information.
Highland Family Aquatic Center Hosts First Ever Glo-Night Party
Largo's Highland Family Aquatic Center is throwing a Glo-Night Summer Kick-off party on Saturday, June 18. From 8:45-11:45pm, zip down a 3 story speed slide, spin down the 214 foot corkscrew slide, and splash in pools and under water fountains. As the sun sets, the disco lights, black lights, and strobe lights illuminate the night, as the DJ keeps the music rockin'.
The party is open to all ages, and the first 100 guests will receive a free Glo-Necklace. There will be free hot dogs and Chick-fil-A sandwiches, along with door prize raffles and planned activities throughout the night. Admission is $5 for residents, $6 for non-residents, and $9 for guests without a rec card. For more information, visit LargoPools.com or call (727)518-3018.
The party is open to all ages, and the first 100 guests will receive a free Glo-Necklace. There will be free hot dogs and Chick-fil-A sandwiches, along with door prize raffles and planned activities throughout the night. Admission is $5 for residents, $6 for non-residents, and $9 for guests without a rec card. For more information, visit LargoPools.com or call (727)518-3018.
TAMPA BAY WATER SKI SHOW TEAM
Water Ski Shows Every Saturday at 6:00 pm *** Mini Preshows Now at 5:30 pm ***
*** Come Early and Get A Good Seat.....or Bring Your Own Chair or Blanket ***!!
FREE SHOWS EVERY SATURDAY AT 6:00 PM ON TOWER LAKE, OLDSMAR, FL.,
BARE FOOT.....JUMP.....BALLET LINES.....PYRAMIDS.....SWIVEL
DOUBLES.....TRIOS.....AIR CHAIR.....FREE SHOWS EVERY SATURDAY AT 6:00 PM ON TOWER LAKE, OLDSMAR, FL.,
*** Come Early and Get A Good Seat.....or Bring Your Own Chair or Blanket ***!!
FREE SHOWS EVERY SATURDAY AT 6:00 PM ON TOWER LAKE, OLDSMAR, FL.,
BARE FOOT.....JUMP.....BALLET LINES.....PYRAMIDS.....SWIVEL
DOUBLES.....TRIOS.....AIR CHAIR.....FREE SHOWS EVERY SATURDAY AT 6:00 PM ON TOWER LAKE, OLDSMAR, FL.,
Guided Hike at Brooker Creek Preserve
June 4 Saturday 9 a.m.
Get up close to the environment in this guided nature hike. See how the land has changed over time and discuss the ecological footprints left ... Price: Free but registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve
3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, 34688
Get up close to the environment in this guided nature hike. See how the land has changed over time and discuss the ecological footprints left ... Price: Free but registration required. Brooker Creek Preserve
3940 Keystone Road, Tarpon Springs, 34688
Children's Gardening Festival
June 4 Saturday 9 a.m.
Kids ages five to 15 and the young at heart can have fun with hands on gardening activities, children must be accompanied by adult. Price: Free, but registration preferred. Clayton Hall at Pasco County Extension Service
36702 SR 52 (at Pasco County Fairgrounds), Dade City, 33525
Kids ages five to 15 and the young at heart can have fun with hands on gardening activities, children must be accompanied by adult. Price: Free, but registration preferred. Clayton Hall at Pasco County Extension Service
36702 SR 52 (at Pasco County Fairgrounds), Dade City, 33525
Monday, May 30, 2011
Sweetbay $10/$40 Printable Coupon for True Couponers!
REMINDER:
THIS COUPON IS STILL AVAILABLE AND EXPIRES 5/30/11!
THIS COUPON IS STILL AVAILABLE AND EXPIRES 5/30/11!
The wonderful folks over at Sweetbay have given True Couponers a special treat! We are so happy to offer you this printable coupon for
$10 Off Your Next Purchase of $40 or more!
Here’s how to print the coupon:- Click on the title of this post or click HERE
- Go to the bottom of the post, and look under the words “Share and Enjoy” to find the “Print Friendly” icon. It is the first one in the row and looks like this:
- On the next page, click the printer icon in the top left corner
Hurry! Coupon expires May 30th!
Happy Memorial Day from Sweetbay and True Couponing!
(Thanks, Sweetbay!)
Vera Bradley Sale. Save even more by shoppping through JAMfordeals.com!
Vera Bradley is currently running a
All items in the following patterns are 25% off:
PLUS…now through May 30 you can get FREE SHIPPING on orders of $100 or more.
Friday, June 3rd is National FREE Donut Day
National Doughnut Day is celebrated on the first Friday of June, which means this coming Friday, June 3, will be a FREE doughnut extravaganza. Yes, it’s a real holiday!
Both Krispy Kreme and Dunkin Donuts will be giving away free doughnuts in celebration of this holiday.
Just stop by Krispy Kreme on this “Freeday” Friday and get any doughnut of your choice for FREE. No purchase necessary.
Silver Springs: BOGO Park Tickets
Looking for a cheaper option for a local theme park? How about Silver Springs?
Silver Springs is located in Ocala, FL and is a little hidden gem. In addition to rides and attractions, they also offer unique glass-bottom boat tours. It is an amazing view into the under water world. You’ll also find a marvelous diversity of animals and nature you simply won’t find anywhere else.
They are offering Buy One, Get One FREE Adult Daily Admission right now! Click HERE to print your BOGO coupon! It is valid through September 25, 2011. (Regular price for Adult tickets is $29.99.)
They also have an offer to Buy One Day and Come Back All Year for FREE. Click HERE for more details.
Definitely add this to your summer calendar!
(Thanks, Jan F.!)
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Thursday, May 26, 2011
A tool with the power to Save $10!
I’m talking about an exclusive Vocalpoint promotional card you can use on any Craftsman® C3® power tool. Use it to buy that perfect Father’s Day gift. Use it on a C3 lawn tool for that gardener in your life. Heck, use it to get a gift for yourself and unleash your handy side.
Just make sure to get yours soon before they run out!
As a Vocalpoint member, I received information on Craftsman® C3® power tools sent by Vocalpoint, on behalf of Craftsman.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
May FREE Family Movies
There are a lot of FREE family movies going on around town this season, so we thought we’d do a round-up of the various cinema series’ being presented outdoors, under the stars. Be sure to bring blankets and folding chairs! And if you know of any others, please leave a comment to let us know about it. Thanks!
FREE MOVIES IN THE PARK
Time: 7 p.m.
Date: Friday, May 13, 2011
Location: Largo Central Park
Cost: FREE
Info: (727) 586-7415
What’s Doing?
Come on out for Fairytale Night and enjoy a screening of Disney’s Tangled. Themed activities begin at 7 p.m., screening at dusk.
Address:
Largo Central Park
101 Central Park Drive
Largo, FL 33771
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SUNSETS AT PIER 60
Time: All movies start at approximately 8:30-8:45 p.m.
Date: Every Friday and Saturday night, weather permitting
Location: Pier 60
Cost: FREE; Popcorn and soft drinks are available for sale
Info: (727) 461-7732; Website
What’s Doing?
Sunsets at Pier 60 is a daily free family festival that includes artisans, crafters, street performers, musical entertainment and, of course, a beautiful sunset every night! Every Friday and Saturday night, you can also enjoy a FREE film screening. Bring a blanket or low sitting chair, and watch a movie on the jumbo screen.
May 7: Catch Me if you Can/ PG-13
May 13: Bugs Life/G
May 14: Pirate’s of the Caribbean: at World’s End/PG-13
May 20: Adventure’s of a Teenage Dragon Slayer/ PG
May 21: Nanny McPhee Returns/PG
May 27: Lilo & Stitch/G
May 28: Little Fockers/Edited Version/ PG-13
Address:
Pier 60
Clearwater, Florida
FREE MOVIES IN THE PARK
Time: 7 p.m.
Date: Friday, May 13, 2011
Location: Largo Central Park
Cost: FREE
Info: (727) 586-7415
What’s Doing?
Come on out for Fairytale Night and enjoy a screening of Disney’s Tangled. Themed activities begin at 7 p.m., screening at dusk.
Address:
Largo Central Park
101 Central Park Drive
Largo, FL 33771
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SUNSETS AT PIER 60
Time: All movies start at approximately 8:30-8:45 p.m.
Date: Every Friday and Saturday night, weather permitting
Location: Pier 60
Cost: FREE; Popcorn and soft drinks are available for sale
Info: (727) 461-7732; Website
What’s Doing?
Sunsets at Pier 60 is a daily free family festival that includes artisans, crafters, street performers, musical entertainment and, of course, a beautiful sunset every night! Every Friday and Saturday night, you can also enjoy a FREE film screening. Bring a blanket or low sitting chair, and watch a movie on the jumbo screen.
May 7: Catch Me if you Can/ PG-13
May 13: Bugs Life/G
May 14: Pirate’s of the Caribbean: at World’s End/PG-13
May 20: Adventure’s of a Teenage Dragon Slayer/ PG
May 21: Nanny McPhee Returns/PG
May 27: Lilo & Stitch/G
May 28: Little Fockers/Edited Version/ PG-13
Address:
Pier 60
Clearwater, Florida
1st Annual Wildcat Prowl& Auto Expo
Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Date: Saturday, May 21, 2011
Location: Wesley Chapel High School
Info: (813) 794-8700; Website
The Wesley Chapel High School Athletic Booster Club is hosting its 1st annual spring carnival — the Wildcat Prowl. The event (intended to be fun for all ages) will include games (planned and run by the high school sports teams and athletes) and prizes, carnival booths, food, crafts, inflatables and performances. In addition, the WCHS Automotive Academy will be presenting an auto expo.
Address:
Wesley Chapel High School
30651 Wells Road
Wesley Chapel, FL
Saturday, May 14, 2011
SUMMER MOVIE EXPRESS
Welcome to Regal's Summer Movie Express 2011. Moviegoers of all ages can climb aboard to enjoy a great selection of films. During this 9-week festival, select Regal Cinemas, United Artists and Edwards Theatres will offer selected G or PG rated movies for only a dollar on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:00am.
Memorial Day at the Zoo
Monday, May 30 · 9:30am - 5:00pm | |
| Location | Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo |
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| More Info | In honor of Memorial Day, military personnel (active-duty and retirees) are entitled to free admission on that day. He/she will need to show a Department of Defense photo ID at the Zoo’s ticket counter. As many as three direct dependents of military personnel also are entitled to free admission. Dependents may take advantage of the offer without their service member, though an adult must accompany minors. |
Father's Day Weekend at the zoo
Saturday, June 18 at 9:30am - June 19 at 5:00pm | |
| Location | Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo |
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| More Info | The Zoo is wild about dads – bring yours for free! In honor of Father’s Day, dads receive free admission on Saturday, June 18 or Sunday, June 19 with the purchase of a full-priced admission ticket (can be adult or child ages 3-11). For dads to receive free ticket offer, the paid ticket must be purchased on June 18 or 19 only. Offer not combinable with other discounts |
$1 flip flops
If you are not a cardholder, then wait until NEXT Saturday (5/21) to get yours.
These are the basic colored flip-flops, not any of the fancy ones.
When you go to get your new flip-flops, drop off any that you’re not wearing anymore for Old Navy‘s recycling program to create playgrounds with them!
Friday, May 13, 2011
More Blueberries!
For you serious blueberry lovers, here is a special for you. Pick 4 buckets of berries at the regular $20.00 for a 6 to 8 pound bucket and then pick the 5th bucket for free. That makes the price of your berries about $2.30 per pound.
The berries are plentiful but the heat is really ripening them fast.
Blueberry fact from The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, February, 2011:
Eat More Blueberries! Scientists who studied nearly 157,000 men and women over 14 years learned that those who ate at least one serving of blueberries per week were 10 less likely to have high blood pressure possibly thanks to the beneficial compounds called flavonoids in blueberries
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Looking forward to seeing you again.
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DIRECTIONS: Take Interstate 4 to exit 17. Drive south on Forbes Road for about 3 miles to Jerry Smith Road. It only turns left. Take Jerry Smith about one mile to W.O. Griffin Road. Turn left and we are about 200 yards on the right. Look for the blue barrels.
My phone number is 813-245-6818
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Relief from excema!
Use code 10deals for savings
www.hazelaid.com We offer natural, non-invasive solutions for a myriad of health issues, ranging from teething pain, eczema, migraines, heartburn, acid reflux, and many more. |
| Personal Information | We here at Hazelaid carry all natural, organic, handmade Hazelwood, Baltic Amber, and Magnetic jewelry that provide relief from eczema, acid reflux, heartburn, ulcers, teething pain, carpel tunnel, arthritis, headaches, migraines, and more. We also carry Soap Nuts, a natural alternative to traditional laundry detergent that is great for people with sensitive skin and for HE washers. Our Hazelwood necklaces are child-safe and are made with pieces of wood from the hazelnut tree have the unique property of absorbing the excess acid produced in our bodies when it is in contact with our skin. We first bought a necklace to try to help our own youngest's terrible eczema, and to our surprise, it really helped! Her eczema has completely cleared since she's been wearing the necklace (within 2 weeks of initially putting it on)! It only comes back when we take off her necklace and forget to put it back on (oops!) or when the necklace has become saturated with acidity every few months or so which is how we know it did not just go away on its own. When that happens, we put a new one on her and her eczema goes away again within a day or so. It's really quite amazing to witness! They also work wonderfully to help relieve teething pain since much of the pain during teething is caused by the excess acidity that the teething process creates. |
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Wholesale Plant sale in Lutz
| Time | Saturday, May 28 at 8:00am - May 30 at 5:00pm |
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| Location | Hudson Landscape Nursery 1918 Green Meadow Drive Lutz, Florida |
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| More Info | The weekend you've been waiting for. All trees-plants-palms-bamboo will be sold at wholesale to the public. Explore 7 acres of GREEN. Delivery available. We install too. |
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Movies in the Park
May 13th, 2011 at 7:00 PM until end
Gather up the family, grab your blankets and chairs, and join Largo Special Events each Friday night for Movies in the Park. Watch a FREE family movie on the BIG screen May 13, 20 & 27 in Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Drive. Refreshments will be sold. Themed activities will begin at 7:00 pm and the movie begins at dark.
Limited on-site parking will be available. Park and walk from Largo High School and Largo Middle School.
This is a family friendly event.
Event Description
POPCORN, BLANKETS & CHAIRS... IT'S MOVIES IN THE PARK!
Fairytale Night: TangledGather up the family, grab your blankets and chairs, and join Largo Special Events each Friday night for Movies in the Park. Watch a FREE family movie on the BIG screen May 13, 20 & 27 in Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Drive. Refreshments will be sold. Themed activities will begin at 7:00 pm and the movie begins at dark.
Limited on-site parking will be available. Park and walk from Largo High School and Largo Middle School.
Ticket Information
FREE
Free at IKEA!!!
Family night is Friday night
Family night is Friday night at IKEA Tampa!
Kids eat FREE every *Friday from 4 pm to 8 pm and can enjoy a different FREE activity each week from 5 pm to 7 pm.
May 13, 2011 - Join us to create your very own flower-- like the colorful blooms in May.
May 20, 2011 - Design a turtle shell to help increase respect and awareness of these special creatures in support of World Turtle Day.
May 27,2011 - Memorial Day is right around the corner. Prepare to celebrate by making a flag magnet for your patriotic celebration.
*Meal and activity offer valid for children 12 years old and under, while supplies last. No adult purchase necessary. Choose from 3 combo meals. One meal per child; dine-in only.
Kids eat FREE every *Friday from 4 pm to 8 pm and can enjoy a different FREE activity each week from 5 pm to 7 pm.
May 13, 2011 - Join us to create your very own flower-- like the colorful blooms in May.
May 20, 2011 - Design a turtle shell to help increase respect and awareness of these special creatures in support of World Turtle Day.
May 27,2011 - Memorial Day is right around the corner. Prepare to celebrate by making a flag magnet for your patriotic celebration.
*Meal and activity offer valid for children 12 years old and under, while supplies last. No adult purchase necessary. Choose from 3 combo meals. One meal per child; dine-in only.
Also at Pottery Barn Kids..........
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Don't miss our next National Geographic Little Explorers Club about sea turtles!
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Complimentary class on decorating kids' rooms by Pottery Barm Kids
Saturday, May 14th
at 10 am
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Our Design Services experts will share
our best tips for designing great rooms.
Kids are welcome – they can make
a door sign to take home for their room!
Attend our class and receive a10% discount on featured products
our best tips for designing great rooms.
Kids are welcome – they can make
a door sign to take home for their room!
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Print this coupon to get $1 off McDonald’s new Frozen Strawberry Lemonade, Frappe, or Smoothie. That should make these drinks about $1! I have already had the Frappe and Smoothie, so I think I’ll try the frozen lemonade this time. And it is supposed to be 95 degrees here tomorrow
Head on over HERE and sign up for the Smokey Bones Email Newsletter and you’ll be able to score a FREE Appetizer Coupon
Monday, May 9, 2011
Exxon/Mobile wants to offer you a little bit of a break! Use the Speedpass device at any Exxon/Mobile station through June 30th and get $.15 per gallon back! This is valid for up to 100 gallons (or $15). It doesn’t sound like much but every little bit helps.
If you don’t have a Speedpass device yet, it’s easy and free to get one. Just head to Speedpass.com and you can sign up today!
MOSI DEALS
May 14 - $5 Cafe Special. Take a break during your visit to MOSI and enjoy the Cafe's Daily Special for only $5. Made fresh daily by Tampa's own Chef John Sellers of Chef Images.
May 21 - $5 off all memberships. Enjoy MOSI all year long with $5 off on all memberships.
May 28 - 30 - $5 Memorial Day weekend. All active and retired military personnel, EMTs, firefighters and police officers, with valid ID, are entitled to $5 admission in observance of Memorial Day. Additional family members and guests will receive $5 off any admission ticket (up to six people).
May 28 - $5 Ride Pass. Enjoy one ride on the simulator, use of the Astronaut Training Adventure and EVAC Slide all day for only $5.
May 21 - $5 off all memberships. Enjoy MOSI all year long with $5 off on all memberships.
May 28 - 30 - $5 Memorial Day weekend. All active and retired military personnel, EMTs, firefighters and police officers, with valid ID, are entitled to $5 admission in observance of Memorial Day. Additional family members and guests will receive $5 off any admission ticket (up to six people).
May 28 - $5 Ride Pass. Enjoy one ride on the simulator, use of the Astronaut Training Adventure and EVAC Slide all day for only $5.
BIGI Baskin Robbins
This week, pick up a B1G1 cone at Baskin-Robins with printable coupon. To get yours, head to their Facebook page to “like” them. From there, go to the wall and make sure to select Baskin-Robins (instead of Most Recent) updates. Play the video for yours.
Coupon expires May 15, 2011.
Thanks, Alaska Coupon Diva.
Coupon expires May 15, 2011.
Thanks, Alaska Coupon Diva.
Daddy Daughter Date Night
Thursday, May 19 · 5:00pm - 8:00pm | |
| Location | Chick-fil-A at N Dale Mabry 15801 N Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, Florida |
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| More Info | Make your reservation for Daddy Daughter Date Night to get your table to this special event. Bring in your confirmation letter and we will treat you tableside service, a great atmosphere, and a FREE desert of your choice! There are limited spots availible so don't wait to sign up. You can RSVP at http://www.cfarestaurant.c |
Movie Night: Ratatouille at Chick-fil-A at N Dale Mabry, Tampa, Florida
Saturday, May 14 at 8:00pm Join us outside of Chick-fil-A for our showing of Ratatouille! All who attend will be offered FREE kid's ice cre...am and will be treated to service that you can only get at Chick-fil-A. *Please bring your lawn chairs and blankets out, as seating is limited. Call 813-908-0787 for updates should there be bad weather.
Gap: Spend $15 Get $12 Rebate!
Make a $15+ in-store purchase at the Gap and get a card good for a free one year subscription to Lucky magazine. Details HERE. You can opt for a $12 rebate in lieu of subscription, which means you’ll pay just $3 for your purchase!Call ahead to be sure your store is participating. These cards are available for a limited time.
The Limited Grand Opening Celebration
Friday, May 13 at 10:00am - May 15 at 6:00pm | |
| Location | The Limited at Westfield Brandon |
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| More Info | * Free canvas tote while supplies last. * 40% off entire purchase * Double Points on The Limited Card purchases * A chance to win a $500 Gift Card Visit The Limited located between center court and JCPenney. Limit one per customer. Valid at Westfield Brandon only. |
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Amtrak Summer Discounts
My family loves to ride the TRAIN!! When we traveled up to VA for my sister’s wedding (this past Feb) we took the Auto-Train! Did you know that all drinks (unlimited bottles of water too) and meals are included FREE with your Auto-train ticket?!! Amtrak has a few different summer specials going on. **WATCH** because you must book your ticket by Friday, May 6th for the FREE travel special and by June 5th for the other one. (check out all the Amtrak Deals HERE)Kids Ride FREE to Celebrate 40 Years of Amtrak (must book on or before Fri May 6th, for travel before June 9th)
Amtrak is turning 40 this year and to help celebrate, they’re letting their youngest fans onboard for free. So if you book a trip now through May 6, 2011 and travel May 1 through June 9, 2011, your family can join in the celebration, and your kids will ride free. (I think all promotions are automatic at the time of booking…my summer travel is after 6/9, so I didn’t research any further) Before you go, visit the Amtrak Kids Depot, a new website dedicated to the younger Train riders. Check out availability and routes HERE.
Kids Ride the Auto Train for Just $19 (must book before June 5th, for travel before August 30th)
Kids, cars and convenience can finally go together. Because when you take the Auto Train for your next family trip, you’ll skip the traffic and go right to the savings. Just book from April 1 through June 5, 2011, and travel from June 1 through August 30, 2011, and kids ride for just $19 each. This special $19 child fare is valid for one child age 2-15 per paid regular (full) fare adult. The adult and child must travel together on the same itinerary and have tickets issued together. The Auto Train accommodates all shapes and sizes of automobiles like:
- cars
- vans
- motorcycles
- boats and jet-skis
And because you can pack your car like a suitcase, you’ll have everything you need waiting for you when you arrive!! You can check out availability and routes HERE.
{Personal Note from Kati:} Don’t forget to pack the disinfectant!!! (It’s easy, just bring along your can of Lysol…first thing on the train, disinfect the room, then leave it to air out while you go enjoy the complementary snack event in the dining car…hey, just saying…) Also…the trip went by soooo fast, the first time we took WAY to many things for the ride, so pack lightly (now we just sleep in our next day clothes and wake up and GO).
ALL ABOARD NATIONAL TRAIN DAY!
Friends of Tampa Union Station is announcing that Historic Tampa Union Station will be the site of events for National Train Day, Saturday, May 7.
The National Train Day celebration runs from 12:00 noon to 5:00 PM. Admission is free.
The preliminary schedule for National Train Day in Tampa features:
Railroad equipment displays: Amtrak equipment open for tours Operating model trains: From the Suncoast Model Railroad Club, H.B. Plant Model Railroad Club, a garden railway display, and more Live Music from acoustical guitarist Vincent! History and railroading exhibits: Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library/Burgert Brothers Photograph Collection, Operation Lifesaver, Florida Railroad Museum, the Florida Coalition of Rail Passengers, Atlantic Coast Line & Seaboard Air Line Railroads Historical Society, Real Rails, City of Tampa Historic Preservation and Urban Design, Tampa Preservation, Inc., Florida historical groups, Friends of Tampa Union Station, and others
National Train Day celebrates America‘s love for trains with events across the country. This year marks the fourth annual celebration with large-scale, family-friendly events that provide opportunities to explore interactive, educational exhibits that bring to life the rich narrative of how trains have transformed America and will continue to do so in the future.
National Train Day marks 142 years of connecting travelers coast to coast and commemorates the day the first transcontinental railroad was created. On May 10, 1869, in Promontory Summit, Utah, the golden spike was driven into the final tie that joined 1,776 miles of the Central Pacific and Union Pacific railways, transforming America by creating the nation‘s first transcontinental railroad.
This event at Tampa Union Station is one of many which are happening simultaneously around the country. More than 140 local celebrations took place in 2010 and Amtrak expects even more in 2011.
National Train Day in Tampa is sponsored by the Tampa Downtown Partnership, Florida Coalition of Rail Passengers, Friends of Tampa Union Station, the City of Tampa, and Amtrak.
More information on National Train Day 2011 can be found at the www.nationaltrainday.com website and the Florida Coalition of Rail Passengers website: www.fcrprail.org.
Friends of Tampa Union Station is an all-volunteer organization which advocates for the preservation of historic Tampa Union Station as both a landmark and transportation asset. The organization was founded in 2008 by a group of citizens eager to preserve Tampa Union Station’s colorful past and to assure its future.
Friends of Tampa Union Station, on the web at http://www.tampaunionstation.com/, was founded in cooperation with the City of Tampa’s Growth Management & Development Services Department—which administers Tampa’s historic preservation program and owns and operates Tampa Union Station—and the Florida Coalition of Rail Passengers.
Friends of Tampa Union Station has established a permanent endowment fund for the ongoing restoration of Tampa Union Station at the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay and raises funds for it through an engraved brick program and other initiatives. To date, over $40,000 has been raised for the endowment, helping to ensure that Historic Tampa Union Station is preserved for future generations to use and enjoy.
Tampa Union Station
601 N Nebraska Avenue
Tampa, Florida
Free Event
The National Train Day celebration runs from 12:00 noon to 5:00 PM. Admission is free.
The preliminary schedule for National Train Day in Tampa features:
Railroad equipment displays: Amtrak equipment open for tours Operating model trains: From the Suncoast Model Railroad Club, H.B. Plant Model Railroad Club, a garden railway display, and more Live Music from acoustical guitarist Vincent! History and railroading exhibits: Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library/Burgert Brothers Photograph Collection, Operation Lifesaver, Florida Railroad Museum, the Florida Coalition of Rail Passengers, Atlantic Coast Line & Seaboard Air Line Railroads Historical Society, Real Rails, City of Tampa Historic Preservation and Urban Design, Tampa Preservation, Inc., Florida historical groups, Friends of Tampa Union Station, and others
National Train Day celebrates America‘s love for trains with events across the country. This year marks the fourth annual celebration with large-scale, family-friendly events that provide opportunities to explore interactive, educational exhibits that bring to life the rich narrative of how trains have transformed America and will continue to do so in the future.
National Train Day marks 142 years of connecting travelers coast to coast and commemorates the day the first transcontinental railroad was created. On May 10, 1869, in Promontory Summit, Utah, the golden spike was driven into the final tie that joined 1,776 miles of the Central Pacific and Union Pacific railways, transforming America by creating the nation‘s first transcontinental railroad.
This event at Tampa Union Station is one of many which are happening simultaneously around the country. More than 140 local celebrations took place in 2010 and Amtrak expects even more in 2011.
National Train Day in Tampa is sponsored by the Tampa Downtown Partnership, Florida Coalition of Rail Passengers, Friends of Tampa Union Station, the City of Tampa, and Amtrak.
More information on National Train Day 2011 can be found at the www.nationaltrainday.com website and the Florida Coalition of Rail Passengers website: www.fcrprail.org.
Friends of Tampa Union Station is an all-volunteer organization which advocates for the preservation of historic Tampa Union Station as both a landmark and transportation asset. The organization was founded in 2008 by a group of citizens eager to preserve Tampa Union Station’s colorful past and to assure its future.
Friends of Tampa Union Station, on the web at http://www.tampaunionstation.com/, was founded in cooperation with the City of Tampa’s Growth Management & Development Services Department—which administers Tampa’s historic preservation program and owns and operates Tampa Union Station—and the Florida Coalition of Rail Passengers.
Friends of Tampa Union Station has established a permanent endowment fund for the ongoing restoration of Tampa Union Station at the Community Foundation of Tampa Bay and raises funds for it through an engraved brick program and other initiatives. To date, over $40,000 has been raised for the endowment, helping to ensure that Historic Tampa Union Station is preserved for future generations to use and enjoy.
Tampa Union Station
601 N Nebraska Avenue
Tampa, Florida
Free Event
May 7 @ 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
ART ON 19 ST.
A FREE MONTHLY DAYTIME EVENT IN YBOR CITY
The first Saturday of the month Dan Balk and Arnold Martinez will be opening their studios to the public for a rare engagement. Both artists will be in their studio/gallery to discuss art, their work, and demonstrate their creative process.
Fine art and Craft produced by local artisans will be on display and for sale at The Singing Stone Gallery, Arnold Martinez Gallery, Tre Amici @ The Bunker, The Ybor City Museum Store and The Ybor City Museum State Park. All galleries and studios are housed in restored structures from the 1900's on 19th street between 8th and 9th avenues in the "artsy metropolis" of Ybor city.
Visit the 19th Street Shops for unique gifts, local art and jewelry and coffee and wine cafe.
FREE parking available on 19th Street.
Artists & Crafters welcome with application. Call for details.
1903 N 19th Street
Tampa, Florida
813.247.2787
A FREE MONTHLY DAYTIME EVENT IN YBOR CITY
The first Saturday of the month Dan Balk and Arnold Martinez will be opening their studios to the public for a rare engagement. Both artists will be in their studio/gallery to discuss art, their work, and demonstrate their creative process.
Fine art and Craft produced by local artisans will be on display and for sale at The Singing Stone Gallery, Arnold Martinez Gallery, Tre Amici @ The Bunker, The Ybor City Museum Store and The Ybor City Museum State Park. All galleries and studios are housed in restored structures from the 1900's on 19th street between 8th and 9th avenues in the "artsy metropolis" of Ybor city.
Visit the 19th Street Shops for unique gifts, local art and jewelry and coffee and wine cafe.
FREE parking available on 19th Street.
Artists & Crafters welcome with application. Call for details.
1903 N 19th Street
Tampa, Florida
813.247.2787
ODESSA OPEN MARKET
May 7 @ 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Go green and shop local! Come out to the new Odessa Organic Farmers Market! Enjoy live entertainment and find everything from organic produce, plants, organic fertilizers, local honey, Dancing Goat Dairy items, great food, hand made items and more! We have a huge tent with picnic tables and plenty of parking.
If you would like to be a vendor, please contact John at 813.944.8654.
8701 Gunn Hwy
Tampa, Florida
Free Parking & Admission
Go green and shop local! Come out to the new Odessa Organic Farmers Market! Enjoy live entertainment and find everything from organic produce, plants, organic fertilizers, local honey, Dancing Goat Dairy items, great food, hand made items and more! We have a huge tent with picnic tables and plenty of parking.
If you would like to be a vendor, please contact John at 813.944.8654.
8701 Gunn Hwy
Tampa, Florida
Free Parking & Admission
YBOR CITY SATURDAY MARKET
May 7 @ 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
You'll be sure to find Great Produce at Great Prices, gourmet foods & sauces, fresh baked breads, prepared foods, orchids, herbs & plants, pet treats, honey, fine cigars, unique gifts, photography, artwork, jewelry, woodworking, bath and body products, candles, and so much more!!
Centennial Park in Historic Ybor City
8th Avenue and 19th Street
Tampa, Florida
Free Parking & Admission - Pets Welcomewww.ybormarket.com
You'll be sure to find Great Produce at Great Prices, gourmet foods & sauces, fresh baked breads, prepared foods, orchids, herbs & plants, pet treats, honey, fine cigars, unique gifts, photography, artwork, jewelry, woodworking, bath and body products, candles, and so much more!!
Centennial Park in Historic Ybor City
8th Avenue and 19th Street
Tampa, Florida
Free Parking & Admission - Pets Welcomewww.ybormarket.com
FRIDAY EXTRA CONCERT SERIES
CITY OF TAMPA
FEATURING THE DITCHFLOWERS WITH ED WOLTI & STEVE ROBINSON
May 6 @ 7:00 PMThe series runs Friday evenings in April and May beginning at 7:00 PM. April's concerts take place downtown at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park while May's shows happen at the Lowry Park Bandshell.
Admission to all concerts is free. Alcohol is prohibited in city parks. The Friday Extra Concert Series is produced by the City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department and sponsored by Tampa Tribune and the Friends of Tampa Recreation, Inc.Lowry Park
7525 North Boulevard
Tampa, FL
Free Event
Thanks, http://www.tampaentertainmentguide.com/tampa-special-events-calendar.html
FEATURING THE DITCHFLOWERS WITH ED WOLTI & STEVE ROBINSON
May 6 @ 7:00 PMThe series runs Friday evenings in April and May beginning at 7:00 PM. April's concerts take place downtown at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park while May's shows happen at the Lowry Park Bandshell.
Admission to all concerts is free. Alcohol is prohibited in city parks. The Friday Extra Concert Series is produced by the City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department and sponsored by Tampa Tribune and the Friends of Tampa Recreation, Inc.Lowry Park
7525 North Boulevard
Tampa, FL
Free Event
Thanks, http://www.tampaentertainmentguide.com/tampa-special-events-calendar.html
Train Weekend
First full weekend (first occurrence of Saturday and Sunday in the month)of each month in Largo Central Park.
10a-4p Saturday & Sunday
Bring a picnic to snack from, a kite to run with, a ball to kick around, or simply lie around on the grass and watch the clouds roll across the sky. Leashed pets are welcome, as are your rambunctious kids. Music serenades you from speakers perched up high, but feel free to bring your own tunes as well.
10a-4p Saturday & Sunday
Bring a picnic to snack from, a kite to run with, a ball to kick around, or simply lie around on the grass and watch the clouds roll across the sky. Leashed pets are welcome, as are your rambunctious kids. Music serenades you from speakers perched up high, but feel free to bring your own tunes as well.
Movies in the Park
May 6th, 2011 at 7:00 PM until end
This is a family friendly event.
Largo Central Park
101 Central Park Drive
Largo , FL 33771
101 Central Park Drive
Largo , FL 33771
POPCORN, BLANKETS & CHAIRS... IT'S MOVIES IN THE PARK!
Bring Your Favorite Toy Night!!
We'll be watching Toy Story 3.
Gather up the family, grab your blankets and chairs, and join Largo Special Events each Friday night for Movies in the Park. Watch a FREE family movie on the BIG screen May 6, 13, 20 & 27 in Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Drive. Refreshments will be sold. Themed activities will begin at 7:00 pm and the movie begins at dark.
Limited on-site parking will be available. Park and walk from Largo High School and Largo Middle School.
We'll be watching Toy Story 3.
Gather up the family, grab your blankets and chairs, and join Largo Special Events each Friday night for Movies in the Park. Watch a FREE family movie on the BIG screen May 6, 13, 20 & 27 in Largo Central Park, 101 Central Park Drive. Refreshments will be sold. Themed activities will begin at 7:00 pm and the movie begins at dark.
Limited on-site parking will be available. Park and walk from Largo High School and Largo Middle School.
Picnic in the Park
Friday, May 6
6-9pm. Northdale Park
Live Concert of 60's music from White Hot Grill
6-9pm. Northdale Park
Live Concert of 60's music from White Hot Grill
Mother's Day Events for kids
ee Mother’s Day Crafts for Kids
Plan ahead and put the kids to work on some fun Mother’s Day crafts this weekend:
Plan ahead and put the kids to work on some fun Mother’s Day crafts this weekend:
- Home Depot – Tulip Planter on Saturday 5/7 9am-noon.
- JoAnn’s – Garden Stake craft on 5/7 11am-1pm
- Michaels – various make-it take-it events this week.
- Lakeshore Learning – Mother’s Day Purse on 5/7 11am.
- Lowes – Heart Flower Vase Saturday on 5/7 10am.
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Free Breakfast for Mom on Mother's Day!!!
I saw at McDonald's on Sunset Rd in Lutz today that they are doing free breakfast for Moms on Mother's Day!
Starbucks: Half-Price Frappuccino at 3pm-5pm (5/6 – 5/15)
Woohoo!!! The Starbucks Half-price Frappuccino deal is back!!
Thanks Smart couponing
At participating stores, starting on 5/6/2011 through 5/15/2011, Starbucks will be offering their yummy Frappuccinos at half price from 3pm to 5pm!
Head on over HERE for more informationThanks Smart couponing
$2 Popcorn from Regal Cinemas
Head over to Regal’s Facebook page and Like them. Then, click on the Exclusive Tab. You should be able to print a coupon for a $2 Small Popcorn. It’s only valid this weekend: 5/6 – 5/8 and you only have until 5/6 to print it. I would go ahead and print now just in case they take it down before! Thanks, Mama Cheaps While you’re there, don’t forget about the $1 Safeway Produce...
Source: Frugal Coupon Living
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Free at IKEA
Family night is Friday night
Family night is Friday night at IKEA Tampa!
Kids eat FREE every *Friday from 4 pm to 8 pm and can enjoy a different FREE activity each week from 5 pm to 7 pm.
May 6, 2011 - In preparation for Mothers’ Day, decorate an IKEA OVANLIG vase for someone special.
May 13, 2011 - Join us to create your very own flower-- like the colorful blooms in May.
May 20, 2011 - Design a turtle shell to help increase respect and awareness of these special creatures in support of World Turtle Day.
May 27,2011 - Memorial Day is right around the corner. Prepare to celebrate by making a flag magnet for your patriotic celebration.
*Meal and activity offer valid for children 12 years old and under, while supplies last. No adult purchase necessary. Choose from 3 combo meals. One meal per child; dine-in only.
Kids eat FREE every *Friday from 4 pm to 8 pm and can enjoy a different FREE activity each week from 5 pm to 7 pm.
May 6, 2011 - In preparation for Mothers’ Day, decorate an IKEA OVANLIG vase for someone special.
May 13, 2011 - Join us to create your very own flower-- like the colorful blooms in May.
May 20, 2011 - Design a turtle shell to help increase respect and awareness of these special creatures in support of World Turtle Day.
May 27,2011 - Memorial Day is right around the corner. Prepare to celebrate by making a flag magnet for your patriotic celebration.
*Meal and activity offer valid for children 12 years old and under, while supplies last. No adult purchase necessary. Choose from 3 combo meals. One meal per child; dine-in only.
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