Grocery Sales Week of August 31, 2009

School's back in session for most kids and grocery stores have shifted to their last bbq sales of the season -- just in time for Labor Day.  If your stash has dwindled over the summer, consider replenishing it with items on sale now.  They aren't likely to go on sale again until Memorial Day-ish.


Kroger (www.kroger.com) must use plus card to get sale price
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Pepsi, Coke or 7-Up soft drinks (12pk 12oz cans; 6pk 24oz bottles, or 6pk 16.9oz bottles) $2.20 (whey you buy 5 in 1 transaction) limit 2 rewards per transaction
Kroger water bottles 24pk $2.99
Sun Chips $2.48
Goldfish crackers $1
Bounty paper towels $1 +c*
& Hefty OneZip storage bags 12-22ct $1 +c
Kroger bagels refrigerated $1
Kroger cream cheese 8oz $1
Dannon yogurt 4-6pk $1.88 +c*
Yoplait yogurt 4-6oz $0.50 +c
Kroger cottage cheese, sour cream or dip 16oz $1
Kroger cheese 6-8oz $1.25
Duncan Hines brownie mix $1
Kroger marinade and salad dressing $1
Weber grilling spices $1 +c
Hunt's ketchup 24oz $1 +c
Tyson boneless chicken breasts $1.99/# +c
Ball Park or Kahn's hot dogs $1 +c
Hillshire Farms Deli select lunchmeat $2.50 +c
Breyers ice cream $2.27 +c
Private selection ice cream $2.27
sweet corn $0.17
grapes $0.97/#

Extra Deals (see store for fine print details):

• buy 3 Kellogg's cereal or Keebler cookies or crackers and get free Kroger milk (up to $3) limit 2 rewards per transaction

Meijer (www.meijer.com)
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Meijer brand zyrtec or claritin 300ct 1/2 price
Pampers diapers $8.99 +c
Minute Maid lemonade or punch $0.99
Dannon activia cups, drinks or tubs $2 +c
Kraft shredded cheese, cubes, crumbles, or sticks $1.67 +c
Kraft Philadelphia cream cheese $1.25 +c
Meijer chunk cheese 8oz $1.50
Dean's chip dip $1.19
Chinet plates, cups, or bowls $2.49 +c*
Chi Chi's salsa B1G1F +c
A1 steak sauce $2.50 +c
CheezIts, Keebler Townhouse or Club crackers $1.99 +c
Meijer boneless chicken breasts family packs $1.79/#
Johnsonville brats 16-19oz $2.79
Johnsonville smoked brats 13-16oz $2
Oscar Mayer wieners $1.25 +c
KoolAid and Country time lemonade containers $1 (buy 3 get $2 off your next order)
Planters peanuts, cashews or mixed nuts B1G1F +c
Breyers, klondike, Breyers pure fruit or popsicles $2.49 +c limit 4
CoolWhip 8oz $0.88
Aunt Millies bread or buns $0.99 +c
peaches, nectarines or plums $0.78/#
Paula red or Ginger Gold apples 3# bag $1.50
Marzetti salad dressing $2 +c
raspberries 6oz $0.99
cabbage $0.25/#
squash $0.49/#
personal watermelon $1.99

Extra Deals - see store for all the fine print:

• Spend $50 on your MasterCard and get $5 off (instantly) one pair of denim jeans.
• buy Prilosec 42ct pkg get $5 off your next order
• Buy Hershey's 6pk chocolate bars and Meijer graham crackers ($2.50 each) get 1 bag Meijer marshmallows free
• Buy 3+ Kingsford charcoal, Hidden Valley Ranch dressing or any Glad Products get $3 off your next shopping trip

Jungle Jims (www.junglejims.com)

sweet corn $1.99/dozen
celery $0.69
apples $0.77/#
bananas $0.39/#
green beans $0.79/#
tomatoes $0.79/#
broccoli $0.88/bunch
cilantro $0.33/bunch (great for homemade salsa)
gatorade drinks 32oz $0.79 limit 10 w/$10 purchase
UDF Olde Style Ice cream 56oz $1.99
milk $1.78 limit 6
Dairy Fresh cheese 8oz $1
ground beef 81% lean $1.69/#
Cool Whip $0.88
Minute Maid fruit drinks 64oz $1 Breyers Yo Crunch yogurt $0.50 +c
A1 steak sauce $2.99 +c
Hunt's ketchup 24oz $0.79 +c limit 2 w/$10 purchase
water bottles 24pk $2.79
Domino sugar 5# $2.19
Montgomery Inn bbq sauce 18oz $1.49
Vlasic relish 9oz $0.89
Planter's peanuts 16oz $2.19 +c
Hawaiian punch 128oz $1.99
Bounty Basic paper towels $0.59 +c limit 8 w/$10 purchase
Dixie paper plates 20ct $1.29 +c
Colgate plus toothbrushes $0.99

GFS (Gordon Food Service) is a midwestern chain that operates small Marketplace stores with large sized products.  They are open to the public and don't require a membership fee.   If you have one in your area check it out.

For the next two weeks (August 31 - September 12th) the following deals are available:

$5 off $50 coupon in ad
Boneless chicken breasts frozen 5# bag $8.99
Ground beef sirloin steakburgers 5# $9.99 limit 2
Dannon light 'n fit yogurt 8ct $7.99
potato chips 19-20oz bag $2.50
2L sprite $0.99

Codes:
+c means there was recently a coupon in the paper for this item
+c* means there's a coupon for it and I think it's a good deal ONLY if you use the coupon
M-R monday through thursday sale dates only
B1G1F (buy one get one free)
** super deal -- seriously think about stocking up at this price if this is an item you use
w/c means with in-ad coupon
lim tells you what the limit is

Disclaimer: This list is generated by a human.  I never intend to make a typo, but sometimes they happen.  See the store and/or the ad for clarification if you're unsure about a product.  This list was generated using ads in the Cincinnati metro area.  Stores outside this market may offer different pricing or promotions. 

Menu Plan Week of August 31, 2009

Here's my menu plan for the week.

Sunday - Green Bean Casserole (not the Thanksgiving one, made with homemade cream of mushroom soup, baked in the oven)

Monday - Beef Stew

Tuesday - Funky Chicken with Sesame Noodles

Wednesday - Blintz Pancakes

Thursday - Broccoli Cheesy Rice

Might be doing some crazy schedules this weekend, so we aren't planning anything quite yet.... Enjoy your Labor Day!

So, what are you eating this week?


You can see more menus here

More gluten free menus can be found here

Emergency Preparedness Fair

We have set a date for our Emergency Preparedness Fair!

October 24, 2009 9am - noon
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
7118 Dutchland Pkwy, Liberty Township, OH

More details will be coming soon!

Grocery Sales Week of August 24, 2009

Kroger is having week 2 of their Mega Sale.  If you missed out last week, here's another chance.  Don't forget to use coupons.  Some fabulous deals are out there.  If you can't use a product, consider buying for pennies on the dollar and giving it to your local food bank.


Kroger (www.kroger.com) must use plus card to get sale price
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&& MEGA SALE (2nd week) buy 10 participating items (mix or match) get $5 off at register (no limit) Prices listed are sale prices then (price after discount).  Pair these savings with coupons to shrink your spending.  Remember to keep track of what goes in your cart and buy in multiples of 10 for this deal.

L'Oreal hair care B1G1F +c
&& Tostitos dip, salsa, or chips $2.38 ($1.88) +c
&& Aquafina water 24pk $3.49 ($2.99)
&& Gatorade 64oz $1.75 ($1.25)
&& Pepsi soft drinks (sierra mist) $1.29 ($0.79)
eggs $0.99
Kraft cheese 5-8oz $1.99 +c
Kroger yogurt $0.33
&& Pillsbury Grands, biscuits, Crescents or rolls $1.49 ($0.99) +c
&& Tropicana pure premium OJ 59-64oz $2.99 ($2.49) +c
&& Betty Crocker hamburger or tuna helper $1.34 ($0.84) +c
&& Betty Crocker potatoes boxed $1.49 ($0.99)
&& Betty Crocker brownie or cookie mix $1.99 ($1.49) +c*
&& General Mills cereal 8-12.9oz $1.99 ($1.49) +c
&& Quaker cereal 14-16oz $1.99 ($1.49) +c
&& Nature Valley Graola or Fiber One Granola Bars $2.49 ($1.99) +c
&& Quaker instant oatmeal packets $2.49 ($1.99) +c
&& Pillsbury toaster strudel or scrambles $1.99 ($1.49) +c
strip steaks $3.99/#
ground beef 73% lean $1.39/#
Tyson bacon B1G1F
Hillshire Farms deli select lunchmeat $2.50 +c
cantaloupe $0.88
black grapes $0.99/#
peaches, or nectarines $0.99/#
cabbage $0.25/#
green peppers $0.68 each


Meijer (www.meijer.com)
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Meijer allergy and sinus meds 50% off
Suave 15oz $0.88 +c
book cover $0.50
3x5 notecards $0.33
locker shelf $3
Meijer butter 1# $1.69
Kraft cheese $1.67 +c
Pillsbury Grands! $0.99 +c
Yoplait yogurt $0.47 (buy 10  get 1 yoplait delights parfait 4pk free)
Ziploc bags or containers $2 +c
Hefty plates or bowls $1.50 +c
Gold Medal flour 5# $1.50
Montgomery Inn bbq sauce 28oz $2.50
Quaker granola bars $1.50 +c
Quaker breakfast cookies $1.50 +c
Quaker Life or Cap'n Crunch cereal $1.50
General Mills cereal (assorted) small boxes $1.99 +c*
Doritos $1.88
Capri Sun 10pk $1.50
Meijer ice cream $2.50
Tyson family pack chicken 18-32oz $5.99 +c
Ore-Ida potatos 20-32oz $2.33 (buy 3 get 1 free)
sirloin steak boneless $3.99/#
Klosterman white bread $0.99 +c*
strawberries 1# $1.29
grapes $0.86/#
peaches $0.69/#
plums $0.69/#
watermelon $2.49
green peppers $0.99/#
cabbage $0.25/#
celery $0.68
squash $0.49/#

Extra deals:
spent $50 in one transaction on your MasterCard get $5 off denim jeans instantly (see store for details)
buy $10 in any combo of Nabisco cookies and crackers get $10 off 3 pkgs of Hanes basics for the family (instantly - see store for details)
buy $10 in any combo of Coca-cola products get $10 off 1 pair of athletic shoes instantly (see store for details)


Jungle Jim's (www.junglejims.com)
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Kellogg's cereal 8-12oz $1.79 +c* limit 3 per family with $10 purchase
Trauth milk $1.88 limit 6 per family
Bounty basic paper towel $0.59 +c lim 8 per family w/$10 purchase
baby carrots $0.99
Jungle Jim's sausage roll $1.50
Jungle Jim's bacon $2.50
Crystal Farms cheese shredded or chunk 8oz $1.25
eggs $0.98
domino's sugar 5# $2.19
Hunt's ketchup 24oz $0.99 +c
Empress pineapple 20oz $0.79
Tide 50oz $5.79 +c w/$10 purchase limit 2 per family
sandwich bags pleated  150ct $0.89
red or white grapes $0.88/#
Edy's ice cream 48oz $2.59
red potatoes 5# bag $1.99
bananas $0.39/# limit 6 pounds
watermelon $0.29/#

Monroe IGA (on Cin-Day just north of Summerlin)
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Idaho potatoes 10# $1.98
IGA pop tarts 8ct $1
peaches or nectarines $0.99/#
Crystal Farms butter $2

Cub Foods (dayton area)
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Kellogg's cereal small boxes $1.67 +c
half boneless pork loin $1.68/#
ragu $0.98 +c lim 3
grapes $0.87/#
Ocean Spray cranberry juice 64oz $2
pizza rolls $1 +c*
Velvet ice cream $2.99 +c
ground round 85% lean $2.49/#
corn on the cob $0.25
watermelon $3.77






Codes:
+c means there was recently a coupon in the paper for this item
+c* means there's a coupon for it and I think it's a good deal ONLY if you use the coupon
M-R monday through thursday sale dates only
B1G1F (buy one get one free)
** super deal -- seriously think about stocking up at this price if this is an item you use
w/c means with in-ad coupon
lim tells you what the limit is

Disclaimer: This list is generated by a human.  I never intend to make a typo, but sometimes they happen.  See the store and/or the ad for clarification if you're unsure about a product.  This list was generated using ads in the Cincinnati metro area.  Stores outside this market may offer different pricing or promotions.

September is National Preparedness Month!

We've become a Coalition member for National Preparedness Month! You can read more about National Preparedness Month here.

We have several events coming up that deal with emergency preparedness, but they will unfortunately not occur during September. Sorry. We'll try better for 2010!

Peaches at Jungle Jims!

I was at Jungle Jim's this afternoon.....they have 28# boxes of peaches for $9!  This are ripe and ready to can.  There were at least 7 boxes left.  Interested?  Stop in, or call and ask for the produce manager.  I have no idea how long this deal will last.

It takes 2-3 pounds of peaches per quart, so 1 box can fill 9-12 jars.

Guess you know what I'll be doing this weekend -- canning peaches.  Yum!

Menu Plan Week of August 17, 2009

Here's my menu plan for the week.


Monday - Peach Dumplings (made with Better Batter -- oh soooooo yummy! Just like my Grandma used to make!)

Tuesday - Chicken Tortilla Chip Casserole

Wednesday - Honey Baked Lentils with Spaghetti

Thursday - Chili and Cornbread

Friday - Pizza

Saturday - Pineapple Fried Rice

Sunday - Crockpot Black Beans and Chicken

So, what are you eating this week?


You can see more menus here

Also, Gluten Free Menu Plans can be found here. The theme this week is peaches!

Grocery Sales Week of August 17, 2009

Back to School supply sales are winding down.  If you don't have what you need for your students, get them now.  But back to school clothes are still on sale everywhere -- as well as basic sheets and "dorm" furniture.


Kroger (www.kroger.com) must use plus card to get sale price
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&& MEGA SALE buy 10 participating items (mix or match) get $5 off at register (no limit) Prices listed are sale prices then (price after discount).  Pair these savings with coupons to shrink your spending.  Remember to keep track of what goes in your cart and buy in multiples of 10 for this deal.

PaperMate pens $0.33
Crayola crayons 24ct $0.25
2 pocket folders $0.11
Kroger Hand sanitizer 8oz $1
&& Tostitos dip, salsa, or chips $2.38 ($1.88) +c
&& Aquafina water 24pk $3.49 ($2.99)
&& Gatorade 64oz $1.75 ($1.25)
&& Pepsi soft drinks (sierra mist) $1.29 ($0.79)
Arm & Hammer liquid or pwd $2.99
Arm & Hammer fabric softener 144ct $2.99
&& Pillsbury Grands, biscuits, Crescents or rolls $1.49 ($0.99) +c
&& Tropicana pure premium OJ 59-64oz $2.99 ($2.49) +c
Kroger milk 1/2 gallon $0.97
Kroger OJ 1/2 gallon $0.99
Kroger singles 12oz $1.29
Kroger cheese bar or shredded 16oz $2.50
&& Betty Crocker hamburger or tuna helper $1.34 ($0.84) +c
&& Betty Crocker potatoes boxed $1.49 ($0.99)
&& Betty Crocker brownie or cookie mix $1.99 ($1.49) +c*
&& General Mills cereal 8-12.9oz $1.99 ($1.49) +c
&& Quaker cereal 14-16oz $1.99 ($1.49) +c
&& Nature Valley Granola or Fiber One Granola Bars $2.49 ($1.99) +c
&& Quaker instant oatmeal packets $2.49 ($1.99) +c
Kroger Deluxe ice cream 48oz $1.99
&& Pillsbury toaster strudel or scrambles $1.99 ($1.49) +c
Popsicles 24pk $1.99
Kroger bacon $1.50
blueberries $1.28/pint
black grapes $0.87/#
green beans $0.68/#
head lettuce $0.77
corn on the cob $0.19
cantaloupe $1.28
tomatos $0.88/#
green onions $0.33
cucumbers $0.33
celery $0.68


Meijer (www.meijer.com)
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Danon yogurt $0.40 +c
milk $1.59 limit 4
Tropicana fruit punch or lemonade 64oz $0.99
Kraft deli fresh cheese slices (near the milk) $2.50
Meijer cheese shredded 5-8oz $1.25
Meijer cheese singles 16oz $1.99
Breakstone sour cream 16oz $1.29 +c*
Dixie plates, bowls, etc $2 +c*
Lysol neutra air aerosol $1.50 +c
Lysol disinfecting wipes $1.50 +c
Glass Plus cleaner $1.50 +c
Berio olive oil 30% off
Ken's salad dressings $1.67 +c*
Kellogg's cereal (assorted) pop tarts 12ct or Nutri Grain bars $2.49 +c (buy $10 get $10 off backpack - same order)
Malt O Meal cereal bags $1.29
Keebler chips deluxe cookies 1/2 price +c
Keebler fudge shoppe cookies 1/2 price +c
Sandies, vanilla wafers, animal cookies, soft batch or right bites 1/2 price +c
Goldfish crackers 1/2 price
pork loin half $1.49/#
Tyson bacon $2.50
Jimmy Dean sausage roll $2
Ground chuck $1.99/# (sold in a 2# package)
Breyers ice cream 48oz $2.50 +c
Aunt Millie's bread or buns $1.25 +c
cantaloupe $1.18
zucchini $0.77/#

eggplant $0.77/#
cherries $1.99/#
Marzetti salad dressing refrigerated $2 +c
cabbage $0.25/#
tomatoes $0.88/#
green beans $0.77/#
cucumbers $0.77/#

peaches $.69/#

nectarines $.69/# 

plums $.69/#

Bigg's (www.biggs.com)
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Buy $20 in box tops for education products (mostly General Mills brand items) and get $5 off next order - see store for details.  The online ad is too small for me to read all the fine print.

watermelon $2.48
Super Chill soda 2L $0.69
Flavorite chunk or shredded cheese 8oz $1.50
Mead 3 subject notebook $1.29
school uniforms starting at $5.99


Jungle Jim's (www.junglejims.com)
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General Mills family size boxes (24-26oz) Cinnamon toast crunch, honey nut cheerios, lucky charms $1.89 +c limit 3 per family with $10 purchase
Scott paper towels 12pk $6.99 +c limit 2 w/$10 purchase

Boursin $0.99
rump roast $1.89/#
ground round $1.99/#
Jungle Jim's sausage rolls $1.50
Jungle Jim's bacon $2.50
walnut meats 1# bag $3.99
pineapple $1.99
Idaho potatoes 10# $1.88
bananas $0.39/#
onions (red, yellow and white) $0.79/#
baby carrots 1# bag $0.99
7-up 12pk $2.50 limit 4 per family
Duncan Hines brownies $0.89
Bertolli olive oil 17oz $4.99
Nature Valley nut clusters snacks $2.29 +c* (these are $3.39 at Meijer)
Nature Valley granola bars $2.29 +c*
Kellogg's pop tarts 8ct $1.49 +c
JIF peanut butter 18oz $1.89
Dole fruit bowls 4pk $1.49 +c
Little Debbie snacks $0.89
Ziploc sandwich bags 120ct $1.99 +c
meyer milk $1.78 limit 6 per family
Crystal Farms cheese shredded or chunk $1.25
yoplait yogurt $0.50 +c
Meyer OJ gallon $2.50
Trauth chip dip 16oz $1.25
Parkay squeeze spread 12oz $1
Mayfield select ice cream 48oz B1G1F
Klondike ice cream treats $2.50

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FYI....
Friday Aug 21, 2009
Gluten Free Event
Samples from 10a-4p
specialized diet venders to be represented:
allerenergy
allergy free foods
celiac specialists
mediterranean bake
house lori bakes
wan's

Jungle Jim's Natural Foods Dept
Call Lenard at 513-674-6088

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Placement on map is approximate 5440 Dixie Hwy Fairfield, OH 45014

Monroe IGA
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IGA chunk or shredded cheese 8oz $1.50
JIF peanut butter $1.79
IGA sugar 10# bag $3.79
milk $1.75
bananas $0.39/#
IGA cream cheese $1.25
IGA whipped topping frozen $1
Buy 2 pop tarts 12ct pkg for $2.50 each and get $2 off milk (coupon in ad)

Pre-Labor Day Sale Thurs-Saturday ONLY:
ground chuck $1.69/# (in a 3#+ packages)
Lay's potato chips $1.88
Kahn's wieners $1.33
7-up, RC or Sunkist sodas 2L $0.88
IQF chicken breasts 3# bag $4.99
IGA colby or colby jack cheese (deli) $2.99/#


Cub Foods (Dayton Area)
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Bounty Basic paper towels 8pk $4.88 +c
Charmin 12pk $4.88 +c
Colgate toothpaste, or brush $0.88
chicken leg quarters $0.68/#
ground chuck $1.99/#
Nature Valley Granola bars $2 +c*
Hawaiian punch 1 gallon $1.98
Skippy peanut butter 18oz-ish $1.67 +c
Crystal Farms cheese shredded or chunk 8oz $1.50
Velvet ice cream $2.99 +c
Crystal Farms butter $1.98
watermelon $3.77
McCormick grill mates marinades $0.99 +c*

Lofino's (Dayton area - sale through Aug 29th)
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peaches $0.88/#
Flavorite pop tarts $1
ground round 85% lean $2.49/#
corn on the cob $0.25




Codes:
+c means there was recently a coupon in the paper for this item
+c* means there's a coupon for it and I think it's a good deal ONLY if you use the coupon
M-R monday through thursday sale dates only
B1G1F (buy one get one free)
** super deal -- seriously think about stocking up at this price if this is an item you use
w/c means with in-ad coupon
lim tells you what the limit is

Disclaimer: This list is generated by a human.  I never intend to make a typo, but sometimes they happen.  See the store and/or the ad for clarification if you're unsure about a product.  This list was generated using ads in the Cincinnati metro area.  Stores outside this market may offer different pricing or promotions. 

Menu Plan Week of August 10, 2009

Here's my menu plan for the week.


Monday - BLT's on corn tortillas (we were out of bread and buns, go figure.....)

Tuesday - Lasagna with Salad and Betty Crocker GF Chocolate Cake (Missionaries are coming to eat with us)

Wednesday - Spaghetti Broccoli Bake -- didn't get to it last week

Thursday - Chicken Fiesta Bake

Friday - Pizza

Saturday - Brats and Burgers or leftovers

Sunday - Family Dinner -- no idea what I'm bringing yet

So, what are you eating this week?


You can see more menus here

Grocery Sales Week of August 10, 2009

It's almost the end of back-to-school sales.  If you don't have supplies, now's the time to stock up.  Clothing sales are going on at at every store I've seen.


Delhi Garden Center
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50% off seeds (buy some for next year)

Kroger (www.kroger.com) must use plus card to get sale price
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Buy 4 participating Kellogg's, Keebler, or Sunshine products get 2 FREE gallons of MILK (when you buy it all at once - limit 2 rewards per transaction. (some on sale too, and add coupons for even more savings)

Bic cristal pens 10pk $0.50 +c
Crayola crayons 24ct $0.25 limit 10
spiral notebooks $0.15 limit 10
Bounty Basic paper towels $1 +c limit 10
Kroger milk $1.59 limit 4
Kroger cottage cheese, sour cream, or dip 16oz $1
Kroger OJ 1/2 gallon $1
Kroger cheese shredded, chunk or slices 6-8oz $1.25
Pillsbury biscuits, rolls or pizza crust $1.25 +c*
Kroger peanut butter 18oz $1
Kroger saltine crackers $1
Kellogg's, Keebler or Sunshine products (cereal, Eggo, fruit snacks, crackers, cookies) assorted varieties $2.50 +c (see deal above)
Kroger apple juice 64oz $1.29
ground chuck $1.69/#
Breyers ice cream 48oz $2.27 +c
Klondike bars 6-12ct $2.27 +c
Kroger deluxe ice cream 16oz $1
Kroger popsicles $1
Kroger english muffins 6pk $1
Kroger bread or buns $1
grapes $0.87/#
red, yellow or orange peppers $1
cantaloupe $1.28
iceberg lettuce $0.77
corn on the cob $0.25


Meijer (www.meijer.com)
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buy $10 in any combo of Nabisco cookies and crackers and get $10 off any 3 pkgs of Hanes Basics (tshirts, socks, or undies) for the family limit 1 offer per transaction

buy $10 in any combo of coca cola prducts get $10 off one pair of men's, women's or kids athletic shoes instantly (see ad for details)

ACT mouthwash/rinse $4 +c
Softsoap 7.5oz $1 +c
Crayola markers 8-10ct $0.99 limit 10
Fiskars 5" scissors $0.99 limit 10
Elmer's glue sticks 6pk $1
Meijer cream cheese $1.19
Meijer yogurt $0.40
Dannon Danimals $2 +c
Imperial margarine $0.69
Lender's refrigerated bagels $1.33
Meijer sugar 5# $1.98
Meijer brown or powered sugar 4# $1.98
Meijer spices 30% off
Meijer peanut butter 18oz $1.69
Del Monte fruit cups 4pk $2 +c*
Del Monte fruit chillers 4pk $2 +c*
Betty Crocker fruit snacks $1.50 +c*
Capri Sun $1.66 (buy 4 get $3 off catalina)
Meijer soda pop 2L $0.78
Meijer split chicken breasts (with bone) family pk $0.99/#
Angus beef - ground round $1.99/#
Tyson boneless chicken breasts $2.19/# +c
Meijer sliced ham in plastic containers 7-9oz $2.50
John Morrell Off the Bone sliced ham $2 +c
Healthy Ones thin sliced lunchmeats $2 +c
Meijer popsicles 12ct $0.99
Dean's ice cream 1/2 price
Dove, Snickers or M&M novelties 1/2 price +c
Mrs T pierogies 1/2 price
Green giant valley fresh steamers 12oz $0.99
Aunt Millie's bread or buns $1.29 +c
Garden Fresh salsa, hummus or chips 10-16oz B1G1F
peaches, nectarines $0.69/#
watermelon $1.99 (personal size)
cherries $1.47/#
celery $0.99
green onions $0.33
cucumbers $0.33
tomatos $0.88/#

Bigg's (www.biggs.com)
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Butternut or Bigg's buns $1
Kraft mac 'n cheese $0.50


Jungle Jim's (www.junglejims.com)
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watermelons $1.99
Scott toilet paper 4pk $0.69 limit 4 w/$10 purchase
green beans $0.79/#
cabbage $0.25/#
squash $0.59/#
Trauth milk $1.88 limit 6
Velvet ice cream 56oz B1G1F +c
Jungle Jim's bacon $2.50
head lettuce $0.69
tomatoes $0.79/#
bananas $0.39/#
ground chuck $1.79/#
jungle jim's sausage roll $1.50
crystal farms cheese 8oz shredded or chunks $1.25
Dole pineapple 20oz $0.89 +c
Kellogg's Pop Tarts 8ct $1.49 +c
Smucker's strawberry jam 32oz $2.39
Chef Boyardee $0.79 +c
Dole fruit bowls 4pk $1.50 +c
Jif peanut butter 18oz $1.89
ERA 2x liquid detergent $2.49 limit 2 w/$10 purchase

Monroe IGA (on Cin-Day just north of Summerlin)
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Kraft cheese chunk $1.67 +c*
corn on the cob $0.25
McCormick Grillmate marinade spices $1 +c*
IGA alumimun foil 25sqft $1

Marsh
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THROUGH WED AUG 12th
boneless top sirloin steaks $2.68/#
bing cherries $1.88/#
strawberries 2# $2.98
milk $1.98
food club cheese 8oz shredded or chunk $1.68
bananas $0.49/#
Edy's ice cream 48-56oz $2.50

Cub Foods (Dayton area)
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grapes $0.88/#
Cub Foods apple juice 64oz $1
Duncan Hines brownie mix $1
Homemade brand ice cream $2.50
General Mills cereal $2 +c*
Crystal Farms cream cheese $1
Crystal Farms butter 1# $1.98
Crystal Farms cheese chunk 8oz $1.50
Crystal Farms shredded cheese 8oz $1.50
celery $0.98
corn on the cob $0.25
green beans $0.77/#

Toys R Us (in store only)
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Crayola Crayons 24ct 4/$1 (must buy 4)
Crayola large washable crayons 8ct $1
Crayola scissors $1
Crayola colored pencils 12ct $1
Crayola colored pencils 24ct $2
Crayola crayons 64ct $2

Walgreen's
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filler paper 120-130sheets $0.49 w/c limit 3
spring water 24pk $2.99 w/c limit 2
Backpacks B1G1F ($9.99)
SunMaid raisins 18oz $1.99
royal gelatin $0.20 w/c limit 5
Lysol toilet bowl cleaner 16oz $1.50 +c
Bic grip pens 8pk $0.50 +c

Office Depot
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free Tug backpack with $10 minimum purchase (regurally $4.99) limit 2 - no rainchecks
OD pocket folders $0.05 (yes, a nickel!) limit 5
scissors 2pk $0.25 limit 3
composition notebooks $0.50 limit 3
Wilson Jones binders $0.50 limit 5
Oxford index cards 300pk $1.29
OD ruler $0.40
Scholastic glue stick $0.25

Staples
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Bic Brite liner highlighters 5pk $1 limit 2
Bic atlantis ballpoint pens 4pk $1 limit 2
Staples spiral notebook $0.01 (yes a penny) limit 6 (Mon-Wed only)
     (my store had a 6pk for 6 cents. limit 1)
Staples multipurpose paper $5.99 -$1 instant savings - $3.99 easy rebate = $1 limit 2
Casio handheld label maker $19.99 -$5 instant savings $15 easy rebate = free limit 1
Staples slim line pencil sharpener $15.99 - 5.99 instant savings - $10 easy rebate = free limit 1
handy lines dry erase markers 3pk $3.99 -$3.99 easy rebate - free limit 1

Target
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TI 30XIIS 2 line calculator $9 (used for Pre-Algebra and above)
TI-84 Plus graphing calculator $88




Codes:
+c means there was recently a coupon in the paper for this item
+c* means there's a coupon for it and I think it's a good deal ONLY if you use the coupon
M-R monday through thursday sale dates only
B1G1F (buy one get one free)
** super deal -- seriously think about stocking up at this price if this is an item you use
w/c means with in-ad coupon
lim tells you what the limit is

Disclaimer: This list is generated by a human.  I never intend to make a typo, but sometimes they happen.  See the store and/or the ad for clarification if you're unsure about a product.  This list was generated using ads in the Cincinnati metro area.  Stores outside this market may offer different pricing or promotions. 

Update for Bulk Canning Days - CANCELLED

Just an FYI - due to no orders being placed for the Bulk Canning order, we will be canceling the Bulk Canning Day planned for August 15

Updated Columbus Home Storage Center (Cannery) Information

The Columbus Home Storage Center (Cannery) has made a few changes.

Date of reopening is the week of August 17, 2009: The Home Storage Center with a New Manager, Brother Larry Lewis.



Dry Pack Hours:

Monday: 1 pm - 4 pm for Bulk Only Pick-Up

Tuesday: 9 am - 3 pm for Bulk Only Pick-Up

Wednesday: 9 am - Noon; 1-4 pm for Dry Pack Canning by Appointment

Thursday: 4 pm - 8 pm for Dry Pack Canning by Appointment

Friday 9 am -Noon; 1pm -4 pm for Dry Packing by Appointment

Saturday 9 am -Noon for Dry Packing by Appointment



All visits to the Home Storage Center are to be set up as appointments.

This is to provide the staff and supplies to be ready for your requests.



As you call:

State your name

The time you would need for your appointment

The items needed

Amounts needed of each item

Phone Number where you can be reached.

Speak slowly and clear.


Columbus Bishop’s Storehouse

4431 Marketing Place
Groveport, Ohio 43125-0367

Phone (614) 836-2627

Our latest storm - Flooding

While sitting indoors and listening to the storms today, as well as the reports of substantial flooding in Louisville, KY, I wanted to post a bit of information for you all.

Before a Flood

To prepare for a flood, you should:

* Avoid building in a floodprone area unless you elevate and reinforce your home.
* Elevate the furnace, water heater, and electric panel if susceptible to flooding.
* Install "check valves" in sewer traps to prevent floodwater from backing up into the drains of your home.
* Contact community officials to find out if they are planning to construct barriers (levees, beams, floodwalls) to stop floodwater from entering the homes in your area.
* Seal the walls in your basement with waterproofing compounds to avoid seepage.

During a Flood

If a flood is likely in your area, you should:

* Listen to the radio or television for information.
* Be aware that flash flooding can occur. If there is any possibility of a flash flood, move immediately to higher ground. Do not wait for instructions to move.
* Be aware of streams, drainage channels, canyons, and other areas known to flood suddenly. Flash floods can occur in these areas with or without such typical warnings as rain clouds or heavy rain.

If you must prepare to evacuate, you should do the following:

* Secure your home. If you have time, bring in outdoor furniture. Move essential items to an upper floor.
* Turn off utilities at the main switches or valves if instructed to do so. Disconnect electrical appliances. Do not touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water.

If you have to leave your home, remember these evacuation tips:

* Do not walk through moving water. Six inches of moving water can make you fall. If you have to walk in water, walk where the water is not moving. Use a stick to check the firmness of the ground in front of you.
* Do not drive into flooded areas. If floodwaters rise around your car, abandon the car and move to higher ground if you can do so safely. You and the vehicle can be quickly swept away.

Driving Flood Facts

The following are important points to remember when driving in flood conditions:

* Six inches of water will reach the bottom of most passenger cars causing loss of control and possible stalling.
* A foot of water will float many vehicles.
* Two feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles including sport utility vehicles (SUV’s) and pick-ups.


After a Flood

The following are guidelines for the period following a flood:

* Listen for news reports to learn whether the community’s water supply is safe to drink.

* Avoid floodwaters; water may be contaminated by oil, gasoline, or raw sewage. Water may also be electrically charged from underground or downed power lines.

* Avoid moving water.

* Be aware of areas where floodwaters have receded. Roads may have weakened and could collapse under the weight of a car.

* Stay away from downed power lines, and report them to the power company.

* Return home only when authorities indicate it is safe.

* Stay out of any building if it is surrounded by floodwaters.

* Use extreme caution when entering buildings; there may be hidden damage, particularly in foundations.

* Service damaged septic tanks, cesspools, pits, and leaching systems as soon as possible. Damaged sewage systems are serious health hazards.

* Clean and disinfect everything that got wet. Mud left from floodwater can contain sewage and chemicals.

Info from FEMA

Menu Plan Week of August 3, 2009

Here's my menu plan for the week.


Monday - Lentil Tacos

Tuesday - Bacon Chicken Wraps and Broccoli Apple Salad

Wednesday - Mexican Eggplant Casserole

Thursday - Spaghetti Broccoli Bake

Friday - Pizza

Saturday - Brats and Burgers or leftovers

Sunday - Melt in your Mouth Chicken Breast

So, what are you eating this week?

Don't forget to enter my Betty Crocker Giveaway on Gluten Free Food Storage!

You can see more menus here

Grocery Sales Week of August 3, 2009

Most stores are in the middle of back to school sales.  So, if you need office supplies, basic clothes, or even sheets, check out your favorite stores.  They'll be happy to sell to you.

Don't forget to grab a couple extra school supplies now so you can donate a few to a local food bank or Crayons to Computers.  If you stock up for yourself too, you wont have to pay full price during the school year.

Sunday's Cincinnati Enquirer had 4 or 5 (depending on how you count them) coupon inserts.  Flip through and save the coupons you're likely to use before they expire.  Matching these coupons to sales in the next few weeks will help you save a bundle.


Kroger (www.kroger.com) must use plus card to get sale price
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P&G Deal -- same as last week -- buy 4 participating products get $4 off non-P&G products.  No limit per order.  Add coupons from Sunday's paper to save even more.

Speed Stick or Lady Speed Stick 1.4-2oz $0.88
Pepsi brand soft drinks 24pk 2/$10 when you buy 2
Gatorade 32oz $0.79
eggs $0.88
Kroger singles cheese 12oz $1.29
Kroger cheese shredded, or bar 16oz $2.50
Dannon yogurt $1.88 +c
Hillshire farm fmoked sausage B1G1F +c
pork chops $1.59/#
starkist tuna $0.50
Chef Boyardee $1 +c
** Pepperidge Farm Goldfish $0.99
Kroger oatmeal packets 10pk $1.49
Kroger buns $1
peaches $0.77/#
grapes $0.99/#
blueberries $0.88/pint



Meijer (www.meijer.com)
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Kellogg' Deal -- buy $10 in any combination of Kellogg's, Keebler, Sunshine, or Ego Products get $10 off instantly on any one backpack. Limit 1 offer per transaction.  No cash back on backpacks priced under $10.  You can also use coupons to lower your out of pocket expense.  I did this deal last year and got a better backpack then I would have normally gotten. 

Mudd backpack $10 off
Crayola crayons 24ct $0.19 limit 10
filler paper 150ct $0.49 lim 20
Meijer 10pk pens $0.33
** 2 pocket folders $0.10 limit 30
5" scissors $0.50
Stretchable book covers $0.50

Suave pro shampoo or conditioner $1.67 +c
Suave kid's shampoo or conditioner $1.67 +c
Suave kid's body wash, body wash, or lotion $1.67 +c
Suave shampoo or conidtioner 22.5oz $1.50 +c

** Meijer milk $1.59 limit 4
Kraft shredded cheese, cubes, crumbles $1.67
Meijer butter sticks $2
eggs $0.88
Danon yogurt $0.40
Philadelphia soft cream cheese 8oz $1.50
Jell-0 ready to eat pudding or gelatin (refrigerated 6pk) $2 -- buy 2 get 1 Cool-Whip 7oz aerosol can free
Skippy peanut butter $1.33 +c
Meijer salad dressing $1
Hunt's ketchup $1 +c
Ghiradelli brownie mix $1.67
Kellogg's rice krispies, apple jacks, froot loops, corn opos, raisin bran, mini wheats, frosted flakes, cocoa krispies $1.99 +c
Meijer boneless chicken breasts family packs $1.99/#
Oscar Mayer hot dogs $1.67 +c
Powerade 32oz Buy 5 get 2 free
cantaloupe $0.94
plums $0.88/#
corn on the cob $0.19
cucumbers, zucchini $0.77/#
green beans $0.77/#
green peppers $0.99/#
roma tomatos $0.99/#


Bigg's (www.biggs.com)
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Buy $20 in participating P&G products get $5 off next order coupon at register

Tide 100oz $10.99
Flavorite shredded or chunk cheese 8oz $1.50
roma tomatos $0.98/#
cucumbers $0.68
green peppers $0.68
red, yellow, orange peppers $1.25/#


Jungle Jim's (www.junglejims.com)
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Cantaloupe $0.88
Charmin Basic Big Roll 12ct $4.99 +c lim 2 per family w/$10 purchase
peaches $0.79/#
grapes $0.88/#
bananas $0.39/#
milk $1.88 limit 6 per family
ground round $1.99/#
Jungle Jim's bacon $2.50
Jungle Jim's sausage roll $1.50
Pillsbury toaster strudel $1.50 +c
Reddi whip 7oz can $1.50 +c
Parkay sticks or bowls $1
Dairy Fresh cheese chunks or shredded 8oz $1.25
Hunt's pudding pk $0.89
Pam $1.99 +c
water bottles 24pk $2.99
Planter's cocktail peanuts 16oz $1.99 +c



Monroe IGA (on Cin-Day just north of Summerlin)
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(coupons in ad for Hellman's Mayo, Skippy, Wishbone, Korr sides, Breyers ice cream, Ragu - buy product get a different product free)
milk gallon $1.75
grapes $0.99/#
ground chuck 3# or larger packages $1.49/#
Hunt's ketchup 24oz $1 +c
Hunt's snack pack pudding $1
Chef Boyardee $1 +c
Bounty Basic paper towels $0.79 +c
Huggies jumbo pk $8.99 +c
Our Family brand vitamins, ibuprofen, mouthwash B1G1F
Eggo $1.67 +c
Hormel pepperoni 5-8oz $3 +c

Marsh (www.marsh.net)
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Sale THROUGH WED AUG 5, 2009
Perdue value pack boneless skinless chicken breasts $1.97/#
oscar mayer bologna $0.99
head lettuce $0.88
grapes $1.28/#
milk $1.98
walnut meats 12oz bag B1G1F
Food Club water 24pk $2.99
bananas $0.49 (new low price)

Cub Foods (Dayton area)
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* Smucker's jam or jelly 32oz $0.99
Hunt's ketchup $0.98 +c
JIF peanut butter $1.67
Chef Boyardee $1 +c
Reddi Whip topping $1.99 +c
Pillsbury toaster strudel $1.67 +c
boneless skinless chicken breasts $1.99/#
Beef bottom round roast $1.88/#
tomatoes $0.98/#
Sargento shredded cheese 8oz $1.67
milk 1/2 gallon $1
ground chuck 80% lean $1.99/#
red cherries $1.48/#
corn on the cob $0.25
green peppers $0.48
cucumbers $0.48
yellow onions 3# $1.68


GFS
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coupon in ad for $5 off $50 good through Aug 8, 2009



Staples
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Staples filler paper 120sheets $0.01 limit 5 (Mon-Wed Only - while supplies last)
High Sierra backpacks 50% off

Office Depot
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(no rainchecks on seasonal school supply deals)
OD pencil pouch $0.05 limit 3
Tug pencil sharpener $0.10 lim 3
Papermate #2 pencils 10pk $0.25 lim 3
Scholastic school glue FREE with $5 purchase limit 3
Memorex CDR media 10pk $1.99
filler paper $0.50

Walgreen's
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Crayola markers 10pk $0.99 limit 12
Fiskars scissors $0.99 limit 12
3 subject spiral notebook $0.99 limit 12
pencils 10pk $0.19
posterboard $0.19
2 pocket folders $0.09 w/c lim 6
eggs $0.99
index cards $0.59 lim 6
Expo dry erase markers $1.99
Hydrogen peroxide $0.33 w/c lim 3 (good for first aid kits)
Pampers jumbo pk $8.99 +c


Codes:
+c means there was recently a coupon in the paper for this item
+c* means there's a coupon for it and I think it's a good deal ONLY if you use the coupon
M-R monday through thursday sale dates only
B1G1F (buy one get one free)
** super deal -- seriously think about stocking up at this price if this is an item you use
w/c means with in-ad coupon
lim tells you what the limit is

Disclaimer: This list is generated by a human.  I never intend to make a typo, but sometimes they happen.  See the store and/or the ad for clarification if you're unsure about a product.  This list was generated using ads in the Cincinnati metro area.  Stores outside this market may offer different pricing or promotions.