Friday, February 27, 2009

Saturday Sale at Meijer (2/28/09)

FYI,

Meijer is having a Super Saturday sale tomorrow (Saturday 2/28/09).  See ad at www.meijer.com for more info.

Items of note:
* Pampers or EasyUps jumbo pk $8.99 +c
Sprite 2L $0.88
pork loin $1.69/#
* Old Orchard apple juice $1.25
Hillshire farm smoked sausage links or rope $1.59
Charmin 9 big rolls $3.99 +c
Keebler Chips delux cookies 1/2 price +c
Special K cereal bars 6pk box $1.98 +c



Monday, February 23, 2009

Grocery Sales Week of February 23, 2009

Welcome to some new readers from Oxford.  For their convenience I'm changing the store order.  Kroger will now be first on the list.  And a reminder to scroll down for what my codes mean.

Last week I went to Aldi and was reminded that it's always good to shop there first.  Milk was $1.98 and eggs $0.69.  Considerably less then Kroger or Meijer.  But what shocked me the most was the price of flour: 5# for $1.49 and apples: 3# bags for $1.29.  Now this isn't my favorite price for flour, but it's a far cry from the $2.79 I saw recently.  After Aldi I went to Meijer and noticed their flour is now $1.55/5# bag.  So, perhaps prices are coming down on flour.

Flour tip: ever had flour bugs?  To avoid the problem, throw your flour in the freezer for 48-72 hours.  This kills any eggs that *may* be present.  After 2-3 days, set out and bring to room temperature before storing.

Nothing spectacular this week this week.  But if there's a good price on something your family uses, consider stocking up as your budget allows.



Kroger (www.kroger.com) must use plus card to get sale price
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Kroger diapers jumbo pk $5.99
Kroger cheese 8oz chunk or shredded $1.77
Tyson boneless skinless chicken breasts $1.88/#
grapes $1/#
StarKist tuna pouch 2.6oz $1 +c*
Colgate toothbrush $1 +c*
Kroger cottage cheese, sour cream or dip $1
Right Guard $1
Soft & Dri deoderant $1
Arrid deoderant $1
red, yellow or orange peppers $1 each (my store had green ones for $0.98 too)
cantaloupe $1.28 (the one I bought wasn't ripe - anyone know how to pick a good one?)

Meijer (www.meijer.com)
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& buy 10 for $10 - mix or match and get the 11th one free

& Grands! $1 +c*
Land O Lakes butter 8oz or fresh buttery taste spread 15oz $1.25 +c*
Lender's refrigerated bagels $1.33
yoplait $0.50 +c*
& Bounty paper towels $1 +c*
& Meijer lunch bags $1
Crisco oils 25% off +c
& Pillsbury cake mix $1 +c
& Betty Crocker hamburger/chicken/tuna helpers $1 +c*
& Betty Crocker boxed potatoes $1 +c*
Chex cereal $2.33 +c*
Kellogg's cereal (see ad or store for list) $2.33 +c (buy 3 get $2 off at register)
Kool-aid drink mix (makes 8qts) $1.67
& Lender's frozen bagels $1
Tyson chicken breasts, frozen IQF 40oz $4.99
& Aunt Millie's bread $1 +c*
organic romaine hearts $1.67
apples (ida red, jonagold, mcintosh or jonathan) 3# bag $2
strawberries $1.49

Jungle Jim's (www.junglejims.com)
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cantaloupe $0.88
bananas $0.39/#
yellow onions 3# bag $1.29
Progresso Rich and Hearty soup $0.99 lim 10 w/$10 purchase
Angel soft 12pk double roll $4.69 +c lim 2 w/$10 purchase
DiGiorno pizza $4.50
Trauth milk $1.99 lim 6
pineapple, fresh $1.99
lemons 4/$1
Fuji apples 3# bag $1.50
Dannon fruit on the bottom yogurt $0.50 +c
Dairy Fresh Bagels & Cream cheese $1
Kellogg's mini wheats $2.29 +c
Our Family veggie oil 48oz $2.49
Pillsbury cake mix $0.89 +c
Betty Crocker cornbread & muffin mix $0.30


GFS has another ad out with a $5 off $50 purchase good through Saturday the 28th

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, February 22, 2009

Menu Plan for Week of February 23, 2009



After thinking about posting my meal plan for several weeks, I'm finally doing it. We primarily eat from our food storage due to our food allergies and our lifestyle. Since I know that using food storage can be daunting, I thought this might help.

We are gluten free, but I might post some wheat containing recipes as I will have others try them out.

Here is our plan for the week:

Monday: Crockpot Southwestern White Chili and Cornbread (I use Crockpot 365's cornbread recipe, adding 2T of oil, and baking in the oven at 350F for about 25 minutes).

Tuesday: Crockpot Taco Soup

Wednesday: Spaghetti Pie (The exact recipe is an old one I grew up with my mom making, but this one looks close enough- plus, I don't have to type it up!)

Thursday: Crockpot Beans and Rice

Friday: E's Birthday - We're planning to try to attend Oxford's Chili/Pie Cook-off. We'll probably bring one of my new favorite chili recipes.

Saturday: West Chester ward party - gluten free mac and cheese for the kiddos

Sunday: Crockpot Chicken

As if you couldn't tell, I'm also deeply in love with my crockpots (I have more crockpot's than kiddos...)

Friday, February 20, 2009

West Chester Twp presents an Emergency Preparedness Event

West Chester U: Emergency Preparedness

West Chester Township Public Safety officials will offer their second installment of West Chester University, focusing on emergency preparedness. The class will be hosted by Miami University at the new VOA Learning Centre on Cox Road. The one-night class is 7 to 9 p.m. on March 3.

“The class is specifically designed to teach residents and business owners how to prepare for an emergency,” said Public Safety Director Jim Detherage.

“In the case of a significant disaster you may have to manage on your own for a time until help can arrive. This class will prepare you for that possibility.” Speakers will include representatives of the police and fire departments, as well as The American Red Cross and others.

To register, email wcu@westchesteroh.org.

Monday, February 16, 2009

Grocery Sales Week of February 16, 2009

For those of you who've been on this list for awhile probably noticed that I don't often list deals on bath and beauty products.  That's because many of them I get on special deals at Walgreen's and CVS.  IMHO they have high regular prices, but when you match their special deals with coupons, you can walk out saving a bundle.  Each store has some "-isms" that take some time to get used to.  There's several blogs out there that have scouted out the bargins.
 
Here's a primer for CVS:
http://nickels-n-dimes.blogspot.com/2009/02/learning-cvs-system.html
My advice -- start small and take it step by step.


Meijer (www.meijer.com)
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& buy 10 for $10 (mix and match) and get the 11th one free

Huggies wipes $2 +c*
milk $2
sargento deli cheese $3+c
& meijer plastic bags $1
Softsoap 64-80oz $5 +c*
lysol all purpose cleaner, kitchen cleaner, bathroom cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner $2 +c*
Meijer bone-in split chicken breasts $1/# (family pk)
Meijer boneless skinless chicken breasts 40oz frozen $5
kellogg's cereals assorted $2 (buy 5 get free gallon meijer milk)
general mills cereal big box $2.67 +c*
& aunt millie english muffins $1
apples $1/#
marzetti salad dressing $1.67 +c
& old orchard frozen juices $1
tyson family pk chicken frozen $7+c
& green giant frozen veggies $1
& totino pizza rolls $1+c
& broccoli $1
& mushrooms $1
& baby carrots $1
Idaho russet potatoes 5# $1.25

Bigg's (www.biggs.com)
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buy 10 General Mills products and get $10 off your next order
(I don't have a print ad and can't read the fine print, so check in the store, but this could be a good deal - it's like getting $1 off each item.  Stack with coupons for an even better deal.)

strawberries 1# $1.67
Cheerios 14-17oz $2.50 +c


Jungle Jim's (www.junglejims.com)
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grapes $0.97/#
Scott toilet paper 4pk $0.89 +c lim 6 per family w/$10 purchase
head lettuce $0.88
green onions, bunch $0.33
bananas $0.39/#
milk, gallon $1.99 lim 6
tomatoes $0.79/#
Dairy Fresh cheese slices 6oz $1.25
Betty Crocker cornbread muffin mix $0.30
Our Family veggie oil 48oz $2.49
Scott's paper towels 8pk $4.99 +c lim 2 w/$10 purchase


Kroger (www.kroger.com) must use plus card to get sale price
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Children's motrin or tylenol 4oz $4.99 +c
milk or OJ gallons $1.99
Kroger yogurt 3/$1
Kroger active lifestyle yogurt 3/$1
ground beef 73% lean $1.49/#
Oscar Mayer hot dogs (not beef, or fat free) B1G1F
Pillsbury Toaster Strudel $2 +c*
Kellogg's cereal 12-25oz $2.69 +c
Quaker cereal 21-22oz (might be just Life cereal) $2.69
General Mills cereal (small boxes) $1.67 +c
Chicken of the Sea tuna $0.50
grapes $0.97/#
head lettuce $0.77

Monroe IGA (on Cin-Day just north of Summerlin)
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milk (including chocolate) 1/2 gallon $0.98
Domino sugar 5# $2.29 +c*
Pillsbury biscuits 4pk $1.50
red grapes $0.99/#
roma tomatos $0.88
jello or pudding 6-8 serving boxes (the big box) $1
Clorox wipes 35ct $2.50 (coupon in ad for buy 2 get 1 free --  makes them $1.67/each)

Aldi's
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I haven't been in a few weeks, but here's a readers report....
I was at Aldi on Saturday, and they have a lot of their baking items marked down because they're from the holidays (they don't keep many of these things in stock year-round). Molasses (16 oz. bottle) $1.79, cocoa (8 oz. container) is $1.79, coconut is $1.39, and vegetable oil (REGULAR price) is always $2.29. They also still have milk for $1.99 and eggs for $.69.
(Note:  That's the best price on veggie oil -- if you need it, stop by Aldi with some cash.)


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.

Walton Feed Orders are coming!

I just got a phone call to let me know that our order has been shipped!

Details:

The truck should arrive around lunchtime on February 18, 2009 (Wednesday).

We need help to get the orders off the truck! We have 2000+ lbs to move off the truck. Please let me know if you or someone you know can help.

If you need to order 5 gallon buckets, please let me know and I will have them available for you to pick up at the same time as your order. They are $4.39 for the set.

I will be trying to put together another Bulk Canning Day so we can also can any items into mylar bags or 10# cans. Please let me know of your interest and I will send more details.

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

High Wind, again...

As you have probably heard by now, The weather service has issued a High Wind Warning for Cincinnati. They are discussing the possibilities of sustained winds of at least 40 mph, with gusts up to 60 mph. You can read all the details here.

Some of this should sound familiar. Just last fall, Hurricane Ike came through Cincinnati. I'm sure no one has really forgotten, and if so, I hope you will soon remember. As I drove home this morning, it was enjoyable to listen to the radio and hear the DJs talking about potential power outages and the need for preparedness items.

I would hope that my readers would be ready for any disaster, especially a wind disaster (since they seem to like us so much...). I'm especially excited to see if my new roof holds up. Yep, it's 2 weeks old. (We'll see how many referrals I give after tomorrow morning.)

What kinds of preparations are you making for this evening? Hopefully, you know where your candles, lanterns, and flashlights are (if the wind manages to knock out power again). And, how many of you decided that the generators you bought during/after Ike weren't necessary any more? Hopefully, regret will not be a word in your vocabulary in the morning. If you have a generator, are you willing to share it with your neighbors and friends?

Just some thoughts. I'd love to hear yours!

Monday, February 9, 2009

Grocery Sales Week of February 9, 2009

Wal-Mart update -- a reader reports that they always have butter for about $2 and eggs for about $0.88.  Better than many Meijer or Kroger sale prices.

Not a lot of deals to write home about this week.  Kroger is having a 2nd week of the Daytona 500 deal (buy 10 products and get $3 off at register).  So if you missed some last week, here's another chance.
 



Meijer (www.meijer.com)
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Softsoap $0.99 +c*
Dannon activia, light &fit, danimals yogurt $2 +c*
Yoplait yogurt kids, drinks, fiber one, or yo-plus 4-6pk $2 +c*
Sargento string cheese 1/2 price +c
Progresso soup $1.25 +c
McCormick seasonings, extracts, spices or food coloring 25% off +c
Betty Crocker cake mix $1
Betty Crocker frosting $1 +c*
Skippy Peanut Butter $1.25 +c
Chex Mix $1 +c*
Meijer chicken breasts family pack $1.99/#
Boneless pork loin $1.79/#
Plumrose bacon $2
Mrs T Pierogies 1/2 price +c
Rosetto frozen pasta 1/2 price
Farm Rich Mozzarella bits frozen 1/2 price
strawberries 1# $1.48
grapes $0.97/#
head lettuce $0.77

Bigg's (www.biggs.com)
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Flavorite shredded cheese 8oz $1.67
grapes $0.99/#
Suave shampoo or conditioner 22.5oz $1.39 +c
Flavorite apple juice $0.99
Flavorite canned veggies $0.50
Totino's pizza rolls 15ct box $1 +c
Tyson chicken nuggets, patties, tenders 20-29oz $4.99


Jungle Jim's (www.junglejims.com)
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General Mills cereal (medium size boxes) $2.29 +c lim 3 per family w/$10 purchase
Campbell's chicken noodle or tomato soup $0.50 +c lim 12 per family w/$10 purchase
milk $1.99
Jungle Jim's sausage roll $1.50
Jungle Jim's bacon $2.50
chocolate milk 1/2 gallon $1
*Dairy Fresh butter $1.69 (freezes well)
Crystal Farms shredded cheese 8oz $1.67
Empress pineapple 20oz $0.89
Bounty basic paper towels $0.59 +c lim 10 per family w/$10 purchase
bananas $0.39/#


Kroger (www.kroger.com) must use plus card to get sale price
----------------------------------------------------------------
& Daytona 500 deal -- buy 10 participating products get $3 off at register - it's like getting 30cents off per item.  Don't forget to clip coupons to make the deals sweeter. (limit 3 rewards per transaction) - not all deals are in the ad -- watch for shelf signs for stuff you often buy.  This might be the week to stock up.

Kroger eggs $1.29
Kroger cheese 8oz $1.60
& Kroger salad dressing $1.34
& Kroger peanut butter 28oz $2.69
& Manwich $1 +c*
& Ragu $1.69 +c
& Ritz crackers $2.68 +c
* Kroger instant oatmeal 10pk boxes $0.99
ground chuck (probably 80% lean) $1.79/#
Kroger lunchmeat 7-10oz $2.50
Idaho potatos 5# $1.38
strawberries 1# $1.50


Monroe IGA (on Cin-Day just north of Summerlin)
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Totino's pizza rolls small box $1 +c
yoplait yogurt $0.50 +c
hamburger helper $1 +c
Hormel Always Tender bone-in sirloin roast $1.19/# +c (Thurs/Fri/Sat only)
Ground beef $1.89/# (Thurs/Fri/Sat only)
Seneca spiral sliced ham $1.49/# (Thurs/Fri/Sat only)
Doritos chips $1.88 (Thurs/Fri/Sat only)
Chicken Breast tenders frozen 3# bag $5.99 ($1.99/#) (Thurs/Fri/Sat only)
Breaded chicken breast tenders 10# bag $11.99 (Thurs/Fri/Sat only)

Walgreen's
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Progresso soup $1.25 w/c lim 4 +c
Walgreen's phone card 340 us minutes B1G1F ($20) that's about 3cents/minute for a landline phone
Hall's cough drops 25-30pkc $0.99 w/c lim 3 +c
Walgreen's brand kleenex 200ct box is best deal $0.99 w/c lim 2
Colgate toothpaste 4.6oz $0.99 +c

Marsh (must use shoper card) SALE DATES: Feb 5-11th - Thurs to Wed
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Many Buy One Get One Free deals - if the price of one is know, it's in parentheses
Coupon in ad for $5 off $30 order limit 1 per card - I don't know if $30 is before or after coupons

Betty Crocker brownies B1G1F ($1.99) +c
Food Club singles (american cheese) B1G1F ($1.99)
1# deli salads B1G1F ($1.99)
Yoplait yogurt $0.50 +c
milk $2
Idaho potatos 10# $1.98
Perdue split chicken breasts (with skin and bones) $0.98/#
roma tomatoes $0.77/#
Food Club paper lunch bags $0.98
Yoplait YoPlus 4pk $2 +c
water bottles 24pk $3.33


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.

Thursday, February 5, 2009

February Discounts from Honeyville Grain

Just an FYI.

Greetings from all of us here at Honeyville Farms! As the New Year is in full swing, we're launching some new and exciting products. There are some new freeze dried fruit and vegetable offerings on the horizon that we're very excited about. This week we're featuring our Dried Dairy Combo. It's a case of our most popular powdered dairy products at a great price. We're also offering 10% off your entire order (excluding shipping) for a limited time only. From Thursday, February 5th, 2009 thru Tuesday, February 10th, 2009 we're offering 10% off the entire online store. Simply order as usual and enter the coupon code LINCOLN during checkout. This is a great time to stock up and save.

In addition to our new Dried Dairy Combo, we're featuring a great buy on our Gourmet Raspberry and Cherry Hot Cocoas. Due to a production overrun we're offering 2 pound packages (24 servings) of Gourmet Cocoa, regular $6.49, for just $2.99. You get 24 servings of our delicious, gourmet cocoa for just $2.99. It's unbeatable. If you act now, you can get an even better deal by applying your LINCOLN discount.

Visit us at http://store.honeyvillegrain.com. Act now as this discount will end promptly on Tuesday February 10, 2009 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 and ask to speak with Internet Sales. We're happy to help.


*10% off does not apply to shipping. Discount valid for INTERNET ORDERS placed from Thursday, February 5, 2009 thru Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at 6:00PM PST. For assistance call (888) 810-3212 and ask for Internet Sales.

Article from ldschurchnews.com: Storms test members' preparation

Be Prepared Cincinnati thought you might be interested in reading the following story, which appeared on ldschurchnews.com.


Storms test members' preparation

At least 42 deaths were reported after a massive winter storm traveled from Texas to Maine and on through Canada Thursday, January 29. Homes, businesses, schools and entire areas were blacked out as 1.3 million people were left without power.

Among the areas hardest-hit was northwest Arkansas and southwest Kentucky, where 1-2 inches of ice caused power lines to fall, leaving homes without power and broken trees throughout communities.

"We were hammered," said Hal Bradford, president of the Springdale Arkansas Stake. "In spite of difficulties, it has been a blessing to see the sense of community and it gave us the opportunity to serve and help people around us."


With trees strewn throughout the roads, members worked side by side their neighbors to clean up and clear out their community.


"It creates a sense of unity," said President Bradford of the storm. "The things that normally divide people — occupation, education, background — in a disaster situation like this, goes away. All have common interests in needing warmth, a roof over their head and to be fed. Differences are put aside and [people] come together."


The severe storms, which forced more than 6,500 residents to flee their homes, caused an estimated 45 million dollars in damage.


In an effort to help, relief supplies were sent from bishops storehouses located in Texas, Indiana, Louisiana and Georgia. Generators, blankets, hygiene kits, cots, water, food and other supplies that were distributed through the local Red Cross shelters in Kentucky.


"The Church immediately responded and put generators on a truck," said President Bradford. "They [the Church] provided 20 generators and we needed 19. We saw miracle after miracle."


In the Arkansas and Kentucky areas all missionaries and members are reported safe, with local leaders caring for the needs of affected areas. Many members opened their homes to neighbors because they were prepared with generators and food storage.


"Everyone we had in our home were non-members," President Bradford said. "People would ask, 'Why do you have all of this?' We could then answer that we are taught to prepare so in times of hardship we can provide for ourselves and our family [and neighbors]."


By following the counsel given by Church leaders, members prepared for the storm, and were able to quickly assess the situation.


"The organization of the Church is in place to care for every single member," President Bradford said. "On Tuesday we got on the phone to start having phone call chains and it was already being done. The members knew what to do and every single member could be accounted for."


Although the storm and damage associated with the storm weren't wanted, they can, if handled in the right way, be turned into a spiritual lesson, President Bradford said.


"It has just been a faith-building experience," he said. "It was a reminder to me that new programs aren't needed, but that we just need to execute what we have already been given."

Full Story: http://www.ldschurchnews.com/articles/56545/Storms-test-members-preparation.html



I hope that we can all learn from this wonderful article that we should share what we have with others; we should also teach others that they can be prepared as well.

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

March is CPR Month at the American Red Cross


All Adult CPR/AED classes during the month of March are $15. On Saturdays, 2 can learn Adult CPR/AED for $15! Click here for Saturday dates and registration information.

Finding new ways to get more involved with the community

I've been busy lately adding a few new responsibilities. I was asked to join the Advisory Committee for the Butler County Chapter of the American Red Cross. What an awesome opportunity!

It's a great chance to further network within the community and to help get the preparedness word out.

If you have not had the chance to learn more about what the American Red Cross does and how you can help, I urge you to attend a Red Cross Connections.



Here are a list of the upcoming Red Cross Connections:

Wed. 2/11 @ 12 pm, Red Cross – Northeast Office
10870 Kenwood Road Blue Ash, OH 45242

Wed. 3/18 @ 5 pm, Red Cross – Butler County
1227 Central Avenue Middletown, OH 45044

Wed. 4/1 @ 12 pm, Red Cross - Downtown
720 Sycamore Street Cincinnati, OH 45202

Wed. 4/15 @ 12 pm, Red Cross – Northeast Office
10870 Kenwood Road Blue Ash, OH 45242

Wed. 5/6 @ 12 pm, Red Cross - Downtown
720 Sycamore Street Cincinnati, OH 45202

Wed. 5/13 @ 5 pm, Red Cross – Butler County
1227 Central Avenue Middletown, OH 45044

If you are interested in learning more, feel free to contact me or check out the Red Cross online at http://www.cincinnatiredcross.org

Sunday, February 1, 2009

February - Today While the Sun Shines... ... we'll learn how to shop the sales

How is your grocery sale shopping going? Have you read through the links from my handout? (If not, I have added them below. I'm in a good mood, what can I say?!)

I have been having fun learning how to be a better grocery shopper.

I attended a meeting with the blogger from Mommy Snacks (http://mommysnacks.blogspot.com/)). She taught us how to use coupons to save even more money. I stopped having the newspaper delivered several months ago, so I use mostly internet coupons to get my deals.

I have learned to write a better grocery list and stick to it. So far, I have been able to shave at least $25/week off my grocery bill. Pretty neat!

I hope that you are able to learn to be a better shopper and save money, too!

1. Start a Price Book. (http://www.thefrugalshopper.com/articles/pricebook.shtml)
2. Decide what you need to buy and look for coupons, if you
are interested in using them.
3. Only buy things you use regularly or wish to donate.
4. Look at the grocery ads each week. Get familiar with them.
5. The best priced items are usually on the front and back.
6. When you buy an item on sale, buy 2x more than you need.
7. Always ask for a raincheck if an advertised special is out of
stock. While you are waiting for the product to come back
in, look for more coupons for that product.
8. Shop at other stores, like Aldi or bakery outlets.

More information available at:
http://www.BePreparedCincinnati.com
http://info.ag.uidaho.edu/Resources/PDFs/SP18.pdf
http://www.wikihow.com/Grocery-Shop-and-Cook-Frugally
http://www.thefrugalshopper.com/tips/grshopping.shtml
http://www.cincinnaticents.blogspot.com/
http://organizedhome.com/make-price-book-save-money
http://mommysnacks.blogspot.com/