Sunday, October 25, 2009

Grocery Sales Week of October 26, 2009

As always, thanks to www.moneysavinghabits.com for the grocery lists this week. She usually posts other grocery sales on her blog during the week.


I'm surprised at the offerings this week.  Kroger's Mega sale has some good stuff this time. 

Happy Savings,
Lawanna

Kroger (www.kroger.com) must use plus card to get sale price
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&& MEGA SALE -- buy any 10 participating items (mix or match) get $5 off at register. No limit. Use coupons to lower your bill even  more.  See ad for the whole list of items included in the sale.  This sale is good for 2 weeks -- through Nov 8, 2009.

&& Aussie shampoo, conditioner, or hair styler $3 [$2.50] +c
&& Advil, Tylenol or Motrin 20-24ct $3 [$2.50] +c
Cool color thermometers $1.99
Pampers jumbo pk $8.99 +c
&& Quilted Northern $5.99 [$5.49] +c
&& ALL laundry detergent 32-63oz $3.49 [$2.99] +c
&& Snuggle fabric softener 32-40 load $3.49 [$2.99] +c
&& coca cola brand soft drinks $1.29 [$0.79]
&& Fritos, Chex Mix or Gardetto snacks $1.99 [$1.49] +c
&& Kraft singles 16oz $2.99 [$2.49]
&& Kraft cheese 9-16oz $2.99 [$2.49]
&& Dannon yogurt 4-6pk $1.99 [$1.49] +c
&& CheezIt 7-10oz $1.49 [$0.99] +c
&& Keebler Fudge Shoppe cookis 8-12oz $1.49 [$0.99] +c
&& Del Monte tomatoes $0.99 [$0.49] +c
&& Duncan Hines frosting $1.67 [$1.17] +c
&& Swiss Miss hot cocoa mix $0.99 [$0.49]
&& Welch's 100% juice $2.99 [$2.49] +c
ground chuck $1.69/#
Private Selection ice cream 48oz $2.50
&& Edy's ice cream $2.99 [$2.49]
&& Ore Ida fries/frozen potatoes $2.49 [$1.99] +c

Tuesday Oct 27th noon-10pm Only
Snickers, Milky Way or Starburst candy 8-11oz $1.48 +c
Butterfinger, Nestle Baby Ruth, Laffy Taffy, Nerds or Mixups candy 9-12oz $1.48 +c
Oscar Mayer salami, bologna, meat or turkey franks $1.19
Kroger potato salad 1# $1


Meijer (www.meijer.com)
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Huggies and PullUps jumbo pk $8.99 +c
I Can't Believe It's Not Butter tub, sticks or spray $1.29 +c
Meijer shredded cheese 5-8oz $1.49
Meijer yogurt $0.40
Imperial margarine $0.66
Meijer powdered or brown sugar 2# $1.29
hamburger patties 8# frozen $9.99
Bob Evans sausage roll $2.19 +c
Snapple 6pk $4.99 +c
white potatoes 10# $1.69
cantaloupe $1.29
apple cider gallon $2.50 (look near produce)

Monroe IGA (on Cin-Day just north of Summerlin)
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This store is closing October 31, 2009.  The store has a few bargains left. 

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.

Monday, October 19, 2009

Grocery Sales Week of October 19, 2009

A special thanks to www.moneysavinghabits.com for compiling these grocery lists each week! She also publishes other grocery lists for Jungle Jim's, IGA, and other stores on her website. Check her out!

Jungle Jim's has flour for 99cents! 

Here's a smattering of deals at our 2 biggest deal stores -- Kroger and Meijer.

Happy Savings,
Lawanna

Kroger (www.kroger.com) must use plus card to get sale price
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iTunes card - buy a $30 multiplack and get $5 off instantly limit 1 per transaction
Earthsound Reusable shopping bag $0.75
Kroger toothbrush or Reach dental floss $1 +c
Children's tylenol or motrin $4.99 +c (if you don't have the coupon, store brand is usually cheaper and works just as well in our family)
Kroger chocolate milk 1/2 gallon $1
Kroger cottage cheese, sour cream or dip 12-16o $1
Kroger jumbo biscuits, cresent or cinnamon rolls $1
Kroger OJ 1/2 gallon $1
Kroger cream cheese $1
Kroger cheese shredded or chunk $1.25 (shredded freezes well)
* Tyson boneless skinless chicken breasts $1.79/#
Ground beef 73% $1.39
Chicken leg quarters $0.59/# (sold in a 10# bag)
Boneless pork loin $1.69/#
Kroger snap n'Seal bags 15-25ct $1
Kroger instant oatmeal (box with 10 packets) $1.50
Kroger salad dressing $1.24
Dole pineapple 20oz $1 +c
Starkist tuna can or pouch $1 +c
Duncan Hines cake mix $1
Kroger tortilla chips 10oz $1
Hawaiian Punch gallon $1.99
Private Selection ice cream $2.50
baby carrots 1# $1
BIG pumpkins 20-25# $2.99

Cereal/Granola bar deal --
buy any 4 Post cereals (select varieties 11-24oz), Nature Valley or Fiber One Granola Bars (select varieties 5-9oz) for $2.50 each and get $4 off your order (limit 2 rewards per transaction.  This is a net price of $1.50 each.  But wait...there's more....use some coupons to save even more.  Printable granola bar coupons are available in my sidebar on www.moneysavinghabits.com.  You can print out two of each coupon.

Meijer (www.meijer.com)
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Meijer sour cream $0.99
milk $1.59 limit 4
eggs $0.88
Dean's chip dip 12-16oz $1.19 +c
Hefty plates, bowls, etc assorted $1.50 +c
AngelSoft 24 double rolls $9.99 +c
Lysol aerosol or wipes $1.99 +c
GlasPlus glass cleaner $1.99 +c
Duncan Hines frosting or brownies $0.99 +c
Goldfish crackers $1.09
Teddy Grahams 8-10oz $1.37
Keebler Fudge Shoppe or EL Fudge, CheezIts $1.59 +c
Meijer pretzels $1.29
Meijer tortillas 10-12oz $1.79
7-up, or A&W 2L $0.96
Hawaiian Punch $1.99 +MM
Meijer boneless chicken breasts family pack $1.99/#
Ground chuck $1.99/# (probably 80-85% lean)
Mayfield or Dean's ice cream 48oz $2.49 +c
Aunt Millie's bread and buns $1 +c
russet potatoes 10# $1.69
Meijer mushrooms 8oz $1
baby carrots 2# $2
T Marzetti veggie dip $2 +c
apples $2.29 1/2 peck (fill your own bags. can get 5 - 5 1/2 pounds in a bag) red delicious, mcintosh, empire, jonathan, gala, or jonamac
Hormel low sodium deli ham $2.99/#

Catalina deal:
buy any 5:
     A1 Steak Sauce ($2.49)
     Taco Bell Home Originals Salsa (15% off)
     Stove Top stuffing ($1.09)
Get $4 off your next 1# or larger fresh or frozen ground beef purchase
This deal is good through Nov 7th
 


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.

Sunday, October 18, 2009

Sign up online to Donate Blood at the Emergency Preparedness Fair!

You can schedule your appointment online here to donate blood this Saturday, October 24, 2009. There are time slots available from 9am-noon.

Here are some of the FAQ for blood donation:

Who can donate:

Anyone who is in good health, is at least 17 (16 years old with parental consent) years old and weighs at least 110 pounds may donate blood every 56 days.

General Eligibility Requirements

* Donors must be at least 17 (16 years old with parental consent) years of age
* Donors must weigh at least 110 pounds
* Donors must present a CBC Donor I.D. Card
* Donors must be in good health

Food/Sleep

* Eat nourishing meals before and after donation
* Drink plenty of fluids before and after donation
* Get a good nights sleep prior to donation

Length of Time Between Donations

Whole Blood Collection

* Donors must wait 56 days following a whole blood donation before donating again

Automated Blood Collection (Apheresis)

* Donors must wait 7 days following a platelet donation before donating again
* Donors must wait 28 days following a plasma donation before donating plasma again

Reasons for Permanent Deferral from Blood Donation

* Hepatitis after age 11
* IV Drug User (even one time)
* Certain obstructive lung disorders
* Certain liver disorders
* Persons who have taken Tegison for psoriasis
* Persons who have taken human-derived pituitary growth hormone, had a dura mater transplant or who have a relative diagnosed with CJD
* Persons with symptoms or laboratory evidence of AIDS or who are considered to have an increased risk for contracting AIDS
* Persons who have spent more than 3 months in the United Kingdom (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands or Isle of Man, Gibraltar, or the Falkland Islands) from 1980 through 1996, or who have received beef insulin since 1980
* Since 1980, persons who have spent 5 or more years in Europe, including time spent in the U.K., and individuals who have spent 6 months or more associated with military bases in Europe from 1980 through 1996

Reasons for Temporary Deferral from Blood Donation

* Current cold or flu symptoms, including a cough, sore throat and/or fever
* Dental work – defer for 24 hours after procedure for root canal, oral surgery, extraction of wisdom teeth; must be asymptomatic in all instances and all packing removed
* Pregnancy, miscarriage or abortion – defer for 6 weeks after delivery or termination of pregnancy
* Blood Transfusion – defer one year
* Malaria – defer for 3 years after last symptoms
* Mononucleosis – must be fully recovered
* Ear or Body Piercing under non-sterile conditions – one year
* Tattoo – unless performed in a licensed parlor either in Ohio or Kentucky, there is a one year deferral

Medications

* Most medications taken within 24 hours are acceptable
* Antibiotics are not acceptable to take 24 hours before donation
* Donors who have taken Accutane, Proscar, or Propecia must be deferred for 30 days after the last dose
* Donors who have taken Avodart must be deferred for 6 months after the last dose
* Consult with a Nursing Supervisor or Charge Nurse concerning immunizations or injections and the deferral period associated with the immunization
* There is no deferral period for the flu vaccine or pneumonia vaccine; there is a three day deferral for the Hepatitis B vaccine; see below for contact information

Diabetes/Blood Pressure

* Donors with well-established (not recently diagnosed) diabetes, who are controlled by diet, oral medications and/or insulin therapy, are eligible to donate
* Controlling medications must have been used in the 24 hours before donation
* Donors with controlled high blood pressure by diet, oral medications are eligible to donate

Consult with a CBC Nursing Supervisor

* History of Yellow Jaundice not associated with Hepatitis
* History of heart disease, heart attack, stroke or open heart surgery
* Travel outside the U.S. or Canada in the last 12 months
* Kidney disease
* Diagnosis, treatment or positive test for a sexually transmitted disease
* Hepatitis exposure
* History of cancer
* While being in the military, stationed in Europe 1980 to 1996

For more specific eligibility information, nursing supervisors may be contacted at 1-800-388-4483 or via email at: canidonate@cbccts.org.

Donation Process

* Prospective donors first complete a health history questionnaire and screening interview.
* The next step involves a brief physical examination of blood pressure, pulse, temperature and a test for anemia.
* If the prescribed medical requirements are met, a unit (about one pint) of blood is drawn from the donor. Afterwards, donors are served refreshments while remaining seated for 10 minutes.
* The entire process usually takes less than one hour.

Friday, October 16, 2009

Columbus Cannery information

Here is the updated information about scheduling and attending the Columbus Cannery:


Columbus Bishop’s Storehouse

4431 Marketing Place
Groveport, Ohio 43125-0367

Phone (614) 836-2627
Fax (614) 836-4624


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.

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Honeyville Grain Discount Code for October

STOCK UP NOW ON CASES OF FOOD STORAGE! For a limited time we're offering 10% off of All CASES of #10 cans. From Thursday, October 15th, 2009 thru Tuesday, October 20th, 2009 you'll get 10% off of all of our CASE LOT products. Just order as usual and enter the coupon code CRAZYCASES during checkout. The coupon code field is on the second page of the checkout process. Enter the CRAZYCASES code, click the APPLY button to the right, and the savings will automatically be calculated for the cases that you have placed in your Shopping Cart. This is a great time to stock up and save on our most popular staples like Powdered Eggs, Freeze Dried Fruits, and the always popular Fruit, Vegetable, Dairy, and TVP Combo Packs.

Visit us at http://store.honeyvillegrain.com. ACT NOW as this discount will end promptly on Tuesday October 20th at 6:00PM PST. If you have any questions, concerns, or just want to place an order over the phone call us, toll-free, at (888) 810-3212. We're happy to help.

Monday, October 12, 2009

Grocery Sales Week of October 12, 2009

Happy Columbus Day! 

Not too many items on my grocery list this week.  Instead I'm taking the time to clean out the pantry and freezer.  I'm sure there's some hidden goodies somewhere in the back.

Here's what I see for Kroger and Meijer this week.  Other local stores will be available throughout the week at  www.moneysavinghabits.com.

Happy Savings,
Lawanna

Kroger (www.kroger.com) must use plus card to get sale price
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MEGA SALE -- buy 10 participating items get $5 off at checkout
(I don't see anything fabulous about these frozen foods mega sale items this week.  However these might be staples in your family.  Watch for signs in the store, or check out the back of your ad for a full list.)

Kroger cough drops 40ct $0.77
Kroger water bottles 24pk $2.99
7Up soft drinks 2L $1 (buy 4 get 1 free = net price $0.80) limit 2 rewards per transaction
Pringles $1.25 +c
Kroger cheese bar or shredded 12-16oz $2.49
Kroger eggs $1
Kroger yogurt $0.33
Bob Evans sausage roll $1.99 +c
** Kroger peanut butter 18oz $1
Kroger party pail ice cream $2.77
Reese's candy bar king size $1 +c*

Meijer (www.meijer.com)
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GE Reveal light bulbs $2.14 +c
Quaker State oil gallon $9.99
Pillsbury cookie dough (refrigerated, assorted varieties) $1.99 +c* (buy 2 get $1 off milk)
Kraft cream cheese $1.25
Jell-O ready to eat pudding or gelatin refrigerated 6pk $1.99 +c*
Ziploc bags $1.69 +c* +MM
ALL liquid laundry detergent 100oz assorted varieties $6.99 +c
Quilted Northern 24 double rolls $10.49 +c
Angel Soft toilet paper 24 reg or 12 double rolls $5.49 +c*
Nestle Toll House chocolate chips $1.88 +c*
Jimmy Deal sausage roll or cooked patties $2
Meijer boneless chicken breasts tenders 64oz frozen $7.99
Meijer peanuts 16oz and other nuts $1.99
Aunt Millie deluxe buns $1.29 +c
grapes $0.97/#
carrots 3# $1.50
yellow onions 3# $1.50
apples $2.29 1/2 peck (fill your own bags. can get 5 - 5 1/2 pounds in a bag) red delicious, mcintosh, empire, jonathan, gala, or jonamac



Codes:
+c means there was recently a coupon in the paper for this item
+MM check out www.meijermealbox.com for a store coupon
+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.

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Emergency Preparedness Fair Update

West Chester Police Department has just confirmed that they will have a booth at the fair. They will be doing FREE computerized fingerprinting for the children, and will providing the parents with the fingerprints on a CD.

Also, you can register to donate blood by clicking here!

Pass along the word!

Monday, October 5, 2009

Grocery Sales Week of October 5, 2009

Kroger is having another MEGA EVENT (buy 10 things get $5 off).  However the list in the ad isn't very interesting.  Recent prices with coupons were cheaper.

Meijer is having a store brand sale.  Many items are decent prices if you don't usually use coupons.  However I'm not including them on this list, because I'm a coupon shopper.  So, flip through your ad and see if there's anything you need to stock up on.  Not sure if your family will like the store brand?  Give one a try -- if you don't like it, Meijer will refund your money.  And yes, I've taken them up on this guarantee a few times.

Also, don't forget that all through October, Meijer is having Frozen Food Month -- store coupons are available in last week's ad and at www.meijermealbox.com.  Couple these coupons with manufacturer's coupons and sale prices throughout the month to maximize savings.

Thanks to  www.moneysavinghabits.com for this grocery list. She will post more grocery sales for Jungle Jim's, IGA, Cub Foods, and more throughout the week.


Kroger (www.kroger.com) must use plus card to get sale price
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&& MEGA EVENT -- buy 10 participating products (mix or match)  get $5 off at register
Colgate toothpaste 4.6oz $0.97 +c
Kroger cheese 24oz $3.99
Kroger cottage cheese, sour cream, or dip 12-16oz $0.88
Kroger milk 1/2 gallon $1
Jimmy Dean sausage roll $1.99
Cumberland Gap boneless ham $1.99/# (I paid $3.19/# last week Ugh!)
&& Breyers ice cream 48oz $2.49 ($1.99) +c
Pringles $1.25 +c
7-up soft drinks $1 (buy 4 get 1 free - final cost $0.80 each limit 2 rewards per transaction)
Kroger apple juice 64oz $1.29
apples lunchbox size $0.25 (granny smith, gala, red or golden delicious)

Meijer (www.meijer.com)
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& 10 for $10 SALE (buy 10 participating items for $1 each, get the 11th one for free)
blue reusable grocery bags $0.75
Meijer milk gallon $1.59 limit 4
Meijer OJ refrigerated 1/2 gallon $0.84 limit 4
& Meijer cresent rolls $1
Meijer shredded cheese 5-8oz $1.29
Meijer cheese slices $1.67
Meijer yogurt $0.39
Meijer cottage cheese 24oz $1.79
Meijer butter $1.88
Meijer OJ (in box) $1.99
& Meijer plastic wrap 100sqft $1
& Meijer wax paper $1
Quilted Northern toilet paper 6 double rolls $2.99 +c*
& Meijer salad dressing 16oz $1
& Meijer croutons 5oz $1
& Meijer pasta sauce 26oz $1
& Meijer tomatos or sauce 28oz $1
Meijer canned veggies $0.39
Meijer canned beans $0.59
Kraft mac 'n cheese $0.39 limit 6
& Meijer applesauce 24-25oz $1
Kellogg's frosted mini wheats bit size 18oz $1.99 +c
& Meijer pretzels 9-15oz $1
Meijer split chicken breasts family pk $0.99/#
Meijer bacon $2
& Meijer ground turkey 16oz frozen $1
white potatoes 10# $1.29
& broccoli $1
Michigan apples $2.29 1/2 peck (about $0.46/#) choose from red delicoius, McIntosh, Empire, Jonathan, Gala, or Jonamac

Meijer Brand Stock up and Save:
Buy any Meijer Health and beauty Care products (priced $2.97 or more)
+buy 3 get $3 off your next health, beauty of cosmetic purchase
+buy 4 get $5 off your next health, beauty of cosmetic purchase
+ buy 5 get $8 off your next health, beauty of cosmetic purchase

Buy an 2 Tylenol Pain (100ct) Listerine Mouthwash (1 liter) or Zyrtec products (any size) get $2 coupon off your next purchase.  Buy 3 or more and get $3 coupon.

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.