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Nurse Appreciation Week Deals: Play: CBUS, Dunkin’, Insomnia Cookies, Crocs, and more!

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Celebrate National Nurse Appreciation Week, May 6 through May 12 - which is the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. Nurses are the backbone of any medical facility, so they certainly deserve some goodies for their hard work. They deal with people while they are at their … [Read more...] about Nurse Appreciation Week Deals: Play: CBUS, Dunkin’, Insomnia Cookies, Crocs, and more!

Deals for Teacher Appreciation Week

Teachers put up with a lot, no matter where they teach. They deserve a little appreciation and recognition - especially this year! Never before have teachers been asked to make so many changes and sacrifices to educate our children. Teacher Appreciation Day is Tuesday, May 4, 2021.  … [Read more...] about Deals for Teacher Appreciation Week

Insomnia Cookies: Free cookies for Nurse & Teacher Appreciation

Teachers and nurses are the unsung hero of this last year (and really, every year). They've shown up - even when it's no under ideal circumstances. Insomnia Cookies is giving teachers and nurses something special to show them how special they are for Nurse and Teacher Appreciation … [Read more...] about Insomnia Cookies: Free cookies for Nurse & Teacher Appreciation

Krispy Kreme: Doughnut/Coffee Mondays, Free delivery, Free Glazed with Vax, and BOGO $1 weekends!

Who loves doughnuts?! Whether you like the round doughnuts, filled doughnuts, mini doughnuts, or other types...most people will agree that Krispy Kreme doughnuts are SO GOOD. Especially when they are warm! Krispy Kreme constantly offers new flavors, products, and special deals - and we've got the … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme: Doughnut/Coffee Mondays, Free delivery, Free Glazed with Vax, and BOGO $1 weekends!

McDonald’s deals: Free Caramel Brownie McFlurry on May 4, Free Fries Fridays, and more

McDonald's is a big part of many people's lives. Whether it's your favorite fast food stop, or it's the easiest to find (they're everywhere!), you've probably dined from a McDonalds once or twice...per week, per month, or year. McDonald's deals make an affordable place even more affordable, so we'll … [Read more...] about McDonald’s deals: Free Caramel Brownie McFlurry on May 4, Free Fries Fridays, and more

Wendy’s National Pretzel Day Deal, Biggie Bag, and other deals

Wendy's always has a few good deals up their sleeves, and we want to share them with you! Read below for free Wendy's offers and special deals, and always check the app to see if there are any new offers! Celebrate National Pretzel Day with Wendy's Pretzel Bun Wendy's kicks off National Pretzel … [Read more...] about Wendy’s National Pretzel Day Deal, Biggie Bag, and other deals

National Pretzel Day: Get a free pretzel at Auntie Anne’s

In honor of National Pretzel Day on April 26, Auntie Anne's has a celebration planned for Pretzel Perk members. Auntie Anne's is celebrating National Pretzel Day by giving away FREE pretzels all day long on Monday, April 26! Available for Pretzel Perk members only.  Not a Pretzel Perk … [Read more...] about National Pretzel Day: Get a free pretzel at Auntie Anne’s

Print Valpak coupons right from home

We get Valpak coupons in the mail, but they usually end up in the recycling bin before I even take a look. Valpak coupons are not always the best deals, but you can often find a gem or two. Did you know you can print more coupons at home? Visit the Valpak website and enter your location to find … [Read more...] about Print Valpak coupons right from home

Kids Eat FREE at Moe’s Southwest Grill on Sundays!

Moe’s is now offering a national Kids Eat Free program! Through this program, kids eat FREE at Moe's Southwest Grill every Sunday at all locations across the country! Kids Eat Free at Moe's Head to Moe's on Sundays with the family for a cheaper way to dine out! Every Sunday, your child, 12 and … [Read more...] about Kids Eat FREE at Moe’s Southwest Grill on Sundays!

Columbus Pizza & Beer Week with 614 Magazine

One of life's perfect culinary pairings is being celebrated in Columbus this April with Pizza & Beer Week. Pizza & Beer Week with 614 Try some of the best pizza from April 19-24, 2021 with $6, $8, and $10 pies, plus beer specials! Find more details and enter win a givaway … [Read more...] about Columbus Pizza & Beer Week with 614 Magazine

Taste of Greece brings Greek favorites in May for carryout

The Columbus Greek Festival was cancelled for 2020, and organizers are hopeful it'll be back in 2021. But you won't have to wait until Fall to enjoy all of your favorite Greek food. The Taste of Greece is happening early, as a safe, carry-out event from May 14-16, 2021! Choose from a … [Read more...] about Taste of Greece brings Greek favorites in May for carryout

Fair Food Weekend at Franklin County Fairgrounds

Some fairs will still be closed to the public for the Summer of 2021 (including Ohio State Fair), leaving many without access to one of the main highlights - FAIR FOOD! Whether you go for the sweet, salty, greasy or spicy fair food - or ALLLLLL of the fair food, you'll want your fix in Columbus this … [Read more...] about Fair Food Weekend at Franklin County Fairgrounds

Free Dunkin’ Donut on Wednesdays for DD Perks Members

Wednesdays are the worst...well, maybe Mondays are the worst. But either way, you can Dunkin' is sprinkling some sweetness to help you push through mid-week hump day with Free Donut Wednesdays at Dunkin'. Dunkin' declares Wednesdays are now Wednes-YAY! Treat yourself with a sweet FREE donut … [Read more...] about Free Dunkin’ Donut on Wednesdays for DD Perks Members

Northstar Café Earth Day Burger

Every year until 2020, Northstar Cafe has celebrated Earth Day with free veggie burgers at Columbus locations. In light of the struggles that restaurant workers have experienced over the past year, once again Northstar Cafe Earth Day celebration will be different for 2021. For Earth Day, … [Read more...] about Northstar Café Earth Day Burger

Easter brunch and dining out for Easter in Columbus

Whether you don't have plans, or you'd rather dine out or get carryout for Easter, check out this list of options for Easter brunch, lunch, and dinner in Columbus for 2021.  Most require or strongly recommend reservations and pre-order, so make yours as soon as possible. Easter … [Read more...] about Easter brunch and dining out for Easter in Columbus

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