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Sam’s Club Membership Deal with freebies

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We are big fans of having a warehouse store membership. I love being able to stock up on things so I can take fewer shopping trips. If you have the space to store larger quantities of items you purchase frequently, you may want to consider buying these items at a warehouse store. Paying a full … [Read more...] about Sam’s Club Membership Deal with freebies

Free Tool Rental at Modcon Living’s Tool Library

Fall is here, so it's time to get your yard and garden in shape for the winter, and plan your inside projects! If you don't have the tools you need, don't buy them - borrow them from the Modcon Living’s Tool Library for Franklin County residents.   Modcon Living’s Tool Library … [Read more...] about Free Tool Rental at Modcon Living’s Tool Library

Annual Short North Yard Sale

The Short North Civic Association Annual Short North Yard Sale is Saturday, June 4, 2022 from 9 am - 3 pm. Head to the Short North for this great community yard sale. This huge treasure hunt takes place in the neighborhoods in and around the Short North, including Victorian Village, … [Read more...] about Annual Short North Yard Sale

Shop the Village Valuables Sale in German Village

Village Valuables in German Village, the City’s Largest Yard Sale, will be held on Saturday, May 21, 2022, from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. It's typically held the 3rd Saturday in May each year. Residents will have sales on the sidewalks, and in their yards and garages, selling a wide range of goods. … [Read more...] about Shop the Village Valuables Sale in German Village

Free paper shredding at Office Max

Do you have stacks and stacks of paper in your house (hello tax returns from 1999!) Get free paper shredding at Office Max or Office Depot. Now you can safely dispose of old tax returns, bank statements and other private documents that may include information like your social security or … [Read more...] about Free paper shredding at Office Max

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

It's hard to figure out how to safely dispose of old or expired prescription medications. The bi-annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day makes it easy to get rid of old medications, safely. Medicines should not be flushed down the toilet or drain, as the drugs can make their way into … [Read more...] about National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Cleaning for a Reason: Free Maid Services for Cancer Patients

If you or someone you know is fighting cancer, Cleaning for a Reason Foundation can help on the home front.  This nonprofit organization offers free professional housecleaning and free maid services for patients who are undergoing treatment for any type of cancer. A local insured and … [Read more...] about Cleaning for a Reason: Free Maid Services for Cancer Patients

Save Money with Kroger Digital Coupons and Freebie Fridays

If you shop at Kroger, you can save a lot of money with digital coupons and Freebie Fridays with your Kroger Plus Card.  Kroger.com offers tons of digital coupons on their website that will automatically be applied as savings when you make a purchase with your Kroger Plus Card. Kroger … [Read more...] about Save Money with Kroger Digital Coupons and Freebie Fridays

Free paper shredding at Staples

    Through Dec. 23, Staples is offering customers up to two pounds of free paper shredding. To get the deal, you'll need a printable coupon, which you can find on this page, along with a number of other Staples coupons. While you're working on your taxes or doing some holiday … [Read more...] about Free paper shredding at Staples

Create a file box for quick, organized storage

People say time is money, and there's no doubt that lack of organization can cause lots of wasted time and clutter.  I "met" Patti through a local Facebook group where she shared a brilliant tip for organizing home life and the never-ending paper piles for her family and asked her to share it here.  … [Read more...] about Create a file box for quick, organized storage

Best (Inexpensive) Nonstick Skillet

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Cooks Illustrated Test Kitchen recently tested 7 Inexpensive Non-Stick Skillets under $50 for non-stick properties, even heating, and durability, comparing them to one of the top brand pans that costs $159.95. The winner? T-Fal Professional Total Nonstick 12-1/2-Inch Saute Pan, Black is … [Read more...] about Best (Inexpensive) Nonstick Skillet

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