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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

Short North Holiday Hop and Holiday Trail

Celebrate holiday fun, shopping, tastes, sights, and sounds on High Street in the Short North with Holiday Hop and Holiday Trail!  Short North Arts District Holiday Trail Buy local with the Short North Arts District Holiday Trail from November 18 through December 31, 2022 to support small … [Read more...] about Short North Holiday Hop and Holiday Trail

Shop and celebrate local at HolidayVille in Clintonville

Experience Clintonville is hosting its largest holiday shopping event with HolidayVille on Sunday, December 4, 2022. This annual event features neighborhood merchants participating with specials and promotions for a neighborhood party that'll help you shop your Christmas list and get in the … [Read more...] about Shop and celebrate local at HolidayVille in Clintonville

Holiday Tree Lighting and Elf Scavenger Hunt at Tanger Outlets Columbus

Tanger Outlets Columbus, located just north of Columbus near Sunbury, is a great choice one stop shopping for great deals. Featuring brands such as Adidas, Banana Republic Factory, Coach, Columbia Factory Store, Disney Outlet, Gap Outlet, Kate Spade New York, Nike Factory Store, Michael Kors, The … [Read more...] about Holiday Tree Lighting and Elf Scavenger Hunt at Tanger Outlets Columbus

Benefits of joining Amazon Student for College Students

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Attention, college students: Whether you're headed near or far to college this year, you're going to need “stuff.” Join Amazon Student and get FREE two-day shipping for college students. The online shopping mecca is offering its Amazon Student program free for 6 months, so you can get all of … [Read more...] about Benefits of joining Amazon Student for College Students

Free Thanksgiving meal from Ibotta after cash back

Some stores offer free or greatly discounted Thanksgiving turkeys. Ibotta steps it up and offers the whole Thanksgiving dinner for free! For the third year, Ibotta is offering its “Free Thanksgiving Dinner” program in an effort to feed millions of families for less this Thanksgiving.  The … [Read more...] about Free Thanksgiving meal from Ibotta after cash back

Sell and/or Shop with Three Bags Full Consignment Sales

Need to purchase seasonal clothing for your kids, shoes/boots, or athletic gear? Having new baby and need, well, everything? What about books, toys, jewelry, for upcoming holidays? How about some clothing for yourself, or some fun items for your home? Three Bags Full Consignment Sales are the … [Read more...] about Sell and/or Shop with Three Bags Full Consignment Sales

Groupon Day offers deep discounts on discounts through Oct 14

We all know Groupon offers great discounts on local events, concerts, kids activities, dining, and more. But for one week only, October 7-14, Groupon is offering deep discounts on already discounted deals for Groupon Day. Groupon Day is October 14, but they are already releasing special deals … [Read more...] about Groupon Day offers deep discounts on discounts through Oct 14

Vintage Sales and Barn Sales in Columbus

Skip the stores and hit vintage and barn sales for awesome home decor, furniture, clothing, jewelry, and more. There are several vintage sales and barn sales in Columbus throughout the year that you don't want to miss!  We included sales that are within a reasonable driving distance, as most … [Read more...] about Vintage Sales and Barn Sales in Columbus

Save money with upcoming Consignment Sales in Columbus

Buying new seasonal clothing, school clothing, toys, or baby items can get expensive. Babies and kids grow out of their stuff so quickly that consignment sales can save you lots of money - you'll get gently used items for a fraction of the price new. There are several upcoming consignment sales … [Read more...] about Save money with upcoming Consignment Sales in Columbus

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck rolls into Easton Town Center

 The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is rolling back into Columbus for one day only on Saturday, September 24, 2022! From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., the popular, all-pink cafe on wheels will be parked at Easton Town Center in Town Square near Crate & Barrel. Fans of Hello Kitty can look forward to … [Read more...] about Hello Kitty Cafe Truck rolls into Easton Town Center

Back to School: Best School Supplies Sales

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It may not feel like it's time for back-to-school, but stores have their school supplies displays up and ready, and it's time to start looking out for the best deals to stock up on school supplies! Grab your class supply lists and start stocking up! Start early and hit the best sales each week … [Read more...] about Back to School: Best School Supplies Sales

Ohio Sales Tax Holiday for Tax Free Back-to-school Shopping

Back to school shopping is never cheap, but Ohioans can save a little more this year with a one weekend per year sales tax holiday from the Ohio Department of Taxation. Plan ahead, because from Friday, August 5, 2022 until Sunday, August 7, 2022 at 11:59 p.m., you can do some tax free back to … [Read more...] about Ohio Sales Tax Holiday for Tax Free Back-to-school Shopping

Back to school deal: $12 haircuts for kids at JCP Salons

A new school year calls for new supplies, new shoes, new clothes, and new haircut. To help kids go back to school with style, JCP Salons are offering $12 haircuts, or $12 off hair styling of $30 or more to children in grades K-6th grade.  Details for back to school haircuts at JCP … [Read more...] about Back to school deal: $12 haircuts for kids at JCP Salons

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

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