Rite Aid 2/14-2/20: Free Olay!

Here are the best deals at Rite Aid this week. This list was made using the Idaho ad, so check your local ad to see if there are price differences. Prices may vary across regions. Use the $5/$20 Rite Aid Video Values or this $5/$25 printable coupon to get more bang for your buck this week. At the bottom of the post is a great scenario you can do this week to make some money!

Orbit Gun 3 pack $1.99
Use $1/1 printable
Final Price: $.99 after coupon!

Motrin $2.99
Use Motrin product, any except trial size $1/1 (3-31-10) JCPenneyRP-1/3 AND
$1/1 Rite Aid coupon
Get a $2 Single Check Rebate
Final Price: FREE plus overage after coupons and rebate!

Visine $4.99
Use $2/1 Rite Aid in-ad coupon AND
$2/1 Visine printable coupon OR
$3/1 from March ALL YOU magazine
Final Price: FREE-.99 after coupons!

Olay Skin and Bathcare products 3 for $18
Use 3 coupons of any of the following:
Olay Body Wash, Bar or In-shower Body Lotion, any except trial size $1/1 (2-28-10) PG-1/17
Olay Facial Moisturizer or Facial Cleanser, any except trial size $1/1 (2-28-10) PG-1/17
Olay Facial Moisturizer or Facial Cleanser, Olay Body Wash, In-shower Body Lotion, Bar Soap or Hand and Body Lotion, any excluding 30mL size $1/1 (3-31-10) RP-2/14
Send in for the Olay $15 rebate
Final Price: FREE after coupons and rebate!

Huggies $8.99
Use $2/1 printable (IE) (FF) OR
$2/1 mailer coupons
Get a $3 Single Check Rebate
Final Price: $3.99 after coupons and rebate!

Wet n Wild products 40% off retail
Get a $2 Single Check Rebate on 1 (valued at $3.99 and up)
Final Price: as low as $.40 cents depending on what you buy

GE Soft White Light Bulbs 2/$4
Use $3 in-ad coupon on front page
Final Price: $.50 each after coupon!

Soft Soap $.79 cents each
Use Softsoap Liquid Hand Soap, any 8.5 oz. .35/1 (2-20-10) SS-1/31
Final Price: $.44 cents after coupon!

Here is a scenario idea this week with the Olay deal!
You can actually come out ahead. Awesome!

Buy 3 Olay @ $18 & 1 Motrin for $2.99
Total: 20.99

Use:
$5/$20 Rite Aid video values coupon
(3) $1/1 Olay
$1/1 Motrin
$1/1 Rite Aid Motrin
Total out of pocket: $10.99

Get a $2 SCR for the Motrin
Get a $15 rebate from Olay

Final Price after rebates: $6 overage!!

What good deals did you get at Rite Aid this week?

Einstein Bros Bagels – coupons!

Want to start the week off with a bunch of great offers from Einstein’s? What a coincidence! We have a bunch to share! Just click on the “Offers” tab.

Link to Einstein Bros Bagels coupons

  • FREE Twisted Bagel with any beverage purchase
  • FREE Regular Chocolate Covered Strawberry Latte with any purchase
  • FREE Bagel Poppers with any Beverage Purchase
  • $3.99 any Breakfast Sandwich
  • 25% off any purchase
  • $3 off any Bagel Bucket

Don’t Hit a Dead End: Storing Water for Emergencies

Happy Friday, penny pinchers! This is Sara Hanks from Shelf Reliance, and I’m here for our third weekly post. Today, I’ll be giving you some tips for emergency water storage and an exclusive discount you can use to improve your own supply of water.

Think back to the last time your internet connection or electricity wasn’t working. If you’re anything like me, it was a frustrating experience! The most humorous thing about these moments is how many dead ends you come across. For example, you might try to watch a video online when your internet suddenly decides to play dead. No worries, you think. I’ve actually been meaning to do some online banking. Of course, that’s not an option either, but since we’re so used to the internet being available, it’s tough to really grasp the fact that it’s not working at the moment. In the next few hours, you’ll probably try again and again to do something on the web, forgetting each time that all of these activities are off-limits.

The same is true when the power is out. Can’t watch TV? That’s okay; you can microwave a snack instead. Microwave not working? That’s okay; you can go listen to music. Oh, the stereo won’t work either. Everywhere you turn, another dead end is there to greet you.

You might be wondering how internet connections and power outages relate to water storage. While most of us deal with loss of internet and electricity on a frequent basis, losing access to clean water is much rarer in today’s society. You can bet, though, that a lack of water will lead to even more dead ends and a feeling of helplessness. Being without water will result in thirst and dehydration, as well as increased difficulty with cooking, cleaning, and personal hygiene. That’s why it’s so important to store water in your emergency supply.


How much water do I need?
The average adult should drink at least two quarts of water each day. A number of circumstances, such as a special health need or a warmer climate, will increase that amount. If you’re creating a 3-day emergency supply, it’s best to store at least three gallons for each person (one gallon per person, per day) for drinking, cooking, and cleaning. It’s even better if you can secure a two-week supply of water for each member of your family.
In especially dire circumstances, your water supplies might run low. Though it may seem like a good idea, never ration water. Drink the amount your body needs, then try to find more for tomorrow.
How can I store water safely and conveniently?
The plastic or glass containers you use for food or beverages are suitable for storing water, and you can also purchase a variety of water containers from most outdoor or hardware stores. Stainless steel can be used to store water, as long as the water isn’t treated with chlorine (as chlorine is corrosive to most metals). It’s great to have these smaller containers on-hand as a source of water away from home.
55-gallon drums and other barrels used for water storage can be difficult to transport, but they’re absolutely the best option for water storage in an emergency. Water barrels serve as a central source of water in your home, and it’s easy to purify a greater amount of water if you’re using large containers like these. Blue water barrels like the ones available at Shelf Reliance are superior to white barrels, since the dark blue color restricts light penetration and cuts down on growth of harmful algae and bacteria.
Clearly label all water containers with the words “drinking water” and the date. Store the water in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and chemicals.
What do I need to know about treating my water?
To treat your water and ensure that it’s safe to drink, add 1/8 teaspoon of chlorine bleach to each gallon you store. This translates to about 1/8 cup of bleach for a 55-gallon barrel full of water.
When water is properly stored, it should have an indefinite shelf life. It’s a good idea to check and replace your stored water every 6 – 12 months, just in case.
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Shelf Reliance is happy to offer an exclusive coupon code to Pinching Your Pennies readers! Use the code PYPWATER at checkout to receive an additional 10% discount for all water supplies and accessories at ShelfReliance.com. This coupon applies to everything from water barrels to bung wrenches, filters, and purifying agents.
How is your family doing on water storage? It seems like an easy area of preparedness to forget about because we’re just so used to having fresh, clean water around. It’s almost as though we’ve been spoiled into thinking that we’ll always get the water we need when we turn on the faucet. Do you focus on water storage, or do you think it’s more important to store other things first?

$100 in P&G coupon savings by mail with $50 P&G purchase ~ ends 4/15/10

Receive more than $100 worth of P&G coupon savings by mail with the purchase of $50 worth of P&G products.

Print this offer from the links below,  or look for special rebate information in your February 21, 2010, P&G brandSAVER®!

Information link

TO RECEIVE YOUR COUPON BOOKLET BY MAIL:

1. Purchase $50 worth of any P&G products between 02/01/10 and 04/15/10*.  Postmarked by April 30, 2010.

Rebate Form

List of P&G products

Coupons you will receive:

  • Olay® $5.00 Off Olay Regenerist facial moisturizer/facial cleanser (3)
  • Bounty® $1.00 Off any one Bounty Towels or Napkins (3)
  • Charmin® $1.00 Off any one Charmin product (1) 
  • Pampers® 30 Gifts to Grow® points None (1)
  • Downy® $1.00 Off any one Downy product (3)
  • Puffs® $0.25 Off any three single Puffs products or one three-count pack of Puffs (3)
  • Febreze® $1.00 Off Febreze SPORT (1)
  • Bounce® $1.50 Off one any-size Bounce Dryer Bar (1)
  • CoverGirl® $1.00 Off any one CoverGirl product (3)
  • Glide® $0.25 Off any Glide Floss 35M or larger (3)
  • Oral B® $0.75 Off any one Oral-B Pulsar™, CrossAction® or Advantage®, or two Oral-B
  • Indicator® toothbrushes (3)
  • Pepto-Bismol® $1.00 Off any one Pepto-Bismol product (3)
  • Scope® $1.00 Off any Scope Rinse 710mL or larger (3)
  • Vicks® $1.50 Off any one Vicks product (3)
  • Old Spice® $1.00 Off any two Old Spice antiperspirant, deodorant or body wash products (3)
  • Old Spice $3.77 Buy one Old Spice Body Spray, get one free (3)
  • Old Spice $4.29 Buy any Old Spice Fresh Collection Invisible Solid, get one free (2) 
  • Old Spice $4.99 Buy any Old Spice Odor Blocker Body Wash, get one free (2)
  • Metamucil® $2.00 Off one any-size Metamucil Capsules product (3) 
  • Metamucil $2.00 Off one any-size Metamucil Clear & Natural product (3) 
  • PUR® $3.00 Off any PUR or PUR Flavor Options™ System (Pitcher or Faucet Mount) (3)
  • Fixodent® $0.25 Off any Fixodent product (3)
  • Clearblue® $1.00 Off any one Clearblue Pregnancy product (2)
  • Clearblue $3.00 Off any one Clearblue Ovulation Test (1)

Get an extra 15-20% off at Walgreen’s today only!

It’s Friends & Family day at Walgreens! Get 15% off all eligible store items (some exclusions apply, see coupon for details) and 20% off Walgreens and W brand products.  Friday, February 12th only! Print your coupon at THIS LINK.

Today Only (2/12) ~ Free 8×10 Photo Collage at Walgreens.com!


Code:
Free 8×10 Collage VDAY – exp 2/12/10

*Select in-store pick-up to avoid shipping.

Walgreens.com LINK

CVS shopping lists – current and preview of next weeks sales!

The following links can be used to access the GrocerySmarts CVS lists in the specified areas. This list is made using the Arizona ad. Some sale prices may differ slightly from area to area, but all coupon information is specific for the areas listed below.

*Feel free to share additional deals you find!

Arizona
*Arizona CVS PREVIEW List* 2/14 – 2/20
Arizona CVS CURRENT List 2/7-2/13

California – North
*California North CVS PREVIEW List* 2/14 – 2/20
California North CVS CURRENT List 2/7-2/13

California – South
*Californa South CVS PREVIEW List* 2/14 – 2/20
California South CVS CURRENT List 2/7-2/13

Idaho
*Idaho CVS PREVIEW List* 2/14 – 2/20
Idaho CVS CURRENT List 2/7-2/13

Nevada
*Nevada CVS PREVIEW List* 2/14 – 2/20
Nevada CVS CURRENT List 2/7-2/13

Find additional deals and discussion for ad week 2/7-2/13 at THIS LINK.
Find additional deals and discussion for ad week 2/14-2/20 at THIS LINK.

Smith’s Deals 2/10-2/16 (Many Kroger stores will have these same prices and promos!)

4 and 5 Star Deals
Kroger Value Russet Potatoes, 10 lb $2.50
Kroger Cottage Cheese, 16 oz $1.00
Kroger Dips, 16 oz $1.00
Kroger Sour Cream, 16 oz $1.00
Mountain Dairy Gallon Milk $2.00
Smiths Eggs, large, dozen $1.25
Orowheat Breads, 20 oz Soft and Premium $1.50
Sara Lee Bread, 20 oz, 100% Classic Whole Wheat $1.79

Litehouse Products $2.50 (assorted, excludes 20 oz squeeze)
Use the $1/1 Litehouse Product coupon from 12/13 SS (SmartSource insert)
Final Price: $1.50

Sunkist Wonderful Pistachios $4.44 (16 oz)
Use the $1/1 Wonderful Pistachios coupon from 11/15 SS (SmartSource insert)
Final Price: $3.44

Azumaya Tofu, 14 oz
B1G1 Free

Hershey’s Candy Bars $.50
Use the Free Hersheys Special Dark or Special Dark With Almonds Bar wyb 1 Hersheys Milk Chocolate Dark Chocolate Bar coupon from 1/10 SS
Final Price: $.25 ea

Kettle Chips $2.00 (5 oz)
Use the $1/1 Kettle Chips coupon from 1/3 SS
Final Price: $1.00

Contessa Skillet Meals $4.99
Use the $2/1 Contessa MicroSteam or On the Stove coupon from 1/31 RP (Redplum insert)
Final Price: $2.99

Healthy Choice Entrees $1.88Use the $1/2 Healthy Choice Frozen Meals coupon here
Final Price: $1.38 ea

Softsoap Elements Liquid Hand Soap $.88

Flexamin Vitamins 50% off
Coupons To Match:
$4/1 Flexamin Vitamins coupon here
$6/1 Flexamin Joint Product coupon from 1/3 RP (Redplum insert)
$4/1 Flexamin Product coupon from 1/24 RP

Nature’s Bounty Vitamins 50% OffCoupons to Match:
$2/1 Nature’s Bounty Your Life coupon here
$3/1 Nature’s Bounty Co Q-10 from 1/24 RP
$1/1 Nature’s Bounty product coupon from 1/24 RP

L’Oreal Makeup 30% Off
Coupons To Match:
$1/1 L’Oreal Lip Product here
$3/1 L’Oreal Powder, Blush, or Concealer from 1/3 RP
$2/1 L’Oreal Eye Product from 1/24 RP
$1/1 L’Oreal Lip Product from 1/3 RP

Daytona 500 Promo: Spend $10 on Selected Items and Save $3 Instantly

The Best Deals in this Promo are:

Banquet Brown n Serve Sausage $1.00
Final Price: $.70

Banquet Entrees $1.00
Use the $1/10 Banquet Dinners coupon from 1/10 SS
Final Price: $.60 ea

Breyers Ice Cream $2.78 (48 oz)
Final Price: $2.48

Campbell’s Chunky Soup $1.30
Use the $1.50/3 coupon here
or the $1/4 Campbells Chunky soup coupon from 1/24 SS
Final Price: $.50 – $.75 ea

Chef Boyardee Pasta $1.00 (can or microwave cup)
Use the $1/5 Chef Boyardee coupon from 1/10 SS
Final Price: $.50

Coke, 2 liter $1.29
Final Price: $.99

Gatorade Sports Drink $.99 (32 oz)
Final Price: $.69

Gatorade G2 Sports Drink $.99Use the $1/2 Gatorade G2 Thirst Quencher coupon from 1/10 RP *If this variety is included*
Final Price: $.19

Cheerios Original $2.29 (16-18 oz)
Use the $1/1 coupon here
Final Price: $.99

Hefty Trash Bags, 16-80 ct $4.99
Use the $.55/1 Hefty Waste Bags coupon from 1/3 RP
Final Price: $4.14

Kraft Barbecue Sauce $.99 (18 oz)
Final Price: $.69

Kroger Salad Dressing $1.25 (16 oz)
Final Price: $.95

Nabisco Ritz Crackers $2.49
Use the $2/2 Nabisco Cracker coupon here
or the $1/1 Nabisco Crackers coupon from 1/24 SS
Final Price: $1.19

Purex Laundry Detergent $2.49 (24-44 loads)
Use the $.35/1 Purex Liquid Laundry Detergent coupon from1/10 RP
Final Price: $1.84

Reynolds Wrap Foil $2.99 (30-80 sq. ft.)
Use the $1.25/1 Reynolds Wrap coupon from 1/31 SS
Final Price: $1.44
*the coupon excludes sizes less than 30 ft.

To see the full list of included items, click here.

List compiled by FabulesslyFrugal.com

Coupon by mail: FREE Excedrin product, up to $5.99

Click on the link below. You will be asked – Which of these pain relievers have you used in the last 12 months? (select all that apply)

Excedrin®
Advil®
Tylenol®
Aleve®
Motrin®
Bayer®

(It appears you can select anything but Excedrin and get a FREE coupon.  If you select Excedrin, you’ll get a $2 off coupon.)

Submit your answer and you will see: Thank you for completing our survey. To receive a FREE coupon for any Excedrin product* as our thanks to you, please fill out the information below. Please expect 3-5 days for coupon delivery.

*Valued up to $5.99

Click here for the Excedrin Offer

Fox 13 Deals 2/11/10!!

1. Boondocks Sweet Hearts Deal! Starting Feb. 13th-15th, get two Unlimited All Day Passes for $25 bucks!! ($50.00 value) ONLY at Draper Location.

2. Uddercovers.com is offering a Gift Pack for $5 plus shipping! Great baby shower gift!

Contains one nursing cover, pair of milk bands, nursing bracelet and a set of breast pads for $5 + S&H. The set is usually $46 so a 90% discount!
Link to discussion

3. Free trial size of 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup Foundation by Pur Minerals! Just pay $5.95 shipping.


Link to discussion

4. Get $10 off your order at Old Navy.com. Can also combine 30% off coupon code!


Link to discussion

5. FREE window blind (up to $50) at www.blinds.com! Offer valid from February 16th through March 3rd.


Link to discussion

6. 50% off Ramada Hotels is back! Book Feb 8th to 12th. Stay needs to be completed by Mar 31.


Link to discussion

7. Free Valentine’s Day Playlist MP3 Downloads at Amazon.com!

Link to discussion

8. Ride UTA on Friday, Feb. 12 for FREE!!



Details:

Have you always wanted to try public transit but never gotten around to it? Have you wondered how it might work for your commute? Or are you looking for a way to improve Utah’s air quality? Then try Utah Transit Authority for free on Friday, Feb. 12. All UTA services except for ski bus service will operate for free. You could take TRAX downtown for dinner or to shop, take the bus to work or hop FrontRunner to check out 25th Street in Ogden. Take advantage of this opportunity to see if transit could work for you. To plan a trip click here or call RIDE-UTA (801-743-3882) and a UTA customer service representative will assist you.

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Mystery Shopping


Mystery shopping is a tool used by market research companies to measure quality of retail service or gather specific information about products and services. Mystery shoppers posing as normal customers perform specific tasks — such as purchasing a product, asking questions, registering complaints or behaving in a certain way — and then provide detailed reports or feedback about their experiences.

Mystery Shopping can help supplement your family’s income or at least give you a “night out” if you are shopping a restaurant. Typically companies pay within 45 days of completing the assignment. Most companies do not charge you to anything to be a shopper, however if you shop a restaurant or store you will likely have to pay for something up front and then you are reimbursed after you submit your report. Some companies pay you a “fee” others only reimburse you for your expenses – so it’s like getting a free meal, fuel, or whatever. Some companies require that you buy something and then return.

When you “work” for mystery shopping companies you are not an employee – you are an independent contractor. You are able to deduct mileage and any non-reimbursed expenses. Talk to your tax adviser if you have questions.

NEVER pay a company to put you on a list of shoppers. You will in most cases have to pay up front for something during the shopping trip but if you are shopping for a reputable company you will get reimbursed according to your agreement.

I do recommend becoming a Certified Mystery Shopper. There are a lot of companies that either require it or give preference to certified shoppers.

Become a Certified Shopper by visiting MSPA The details for becoming certified are on listed there. To become a Silver Level Shopper you take an online test. There is a fee of $15.00 that can be paid with Paypal. The test is pretty easy, your read from an online handbook and then take a portion of the test after each session, it takes about 45 minutes.

Here is a company to check out now:

DSG Associates, Inc. is a Mystery Shopping Company located in Southern California. We offer mystery shopping assignments in restaurants, retail locations, financial institutions and more, depending on your geographic area! If you qualify and successfully complete the reports, you can receive anywhere from $5-$75 per assignment. DSG is a Charter Member of the MSPA and a proud member of the Better Business Bureau. If you are interested in learning more about our mystery shop opportunities in your area please call us at 800-462-8765, visit us at www.dsgai.com , or email us at info@dsgai.com

Thanks and we hope to hear from you soon!

Chris Olson

Check us out on Facebook and Twitter!
Twitter: https://twitter.dsgai.com
Facebook: https://facebook.dsgai.com

I have complied a list on Pinching Your Pennies of mystery shop companies. PYP assumes no liability in anything offered by these companies. The list is for your own personal reference.

Lots of great Crest offers, including $10 worth of free product!

These are this months offers from Crest and Oral B.

Make Your Own All-Purpose Kitchen Cleaner


Here’s a great recipe for making your own kitchen/bathroom cleaner:

(1) Tbsp. Borax
(3) Tbsp. white vinegar
(1) Tbsp. dish soap
(2) cups water
(1) drop essential oil (for fragrance – optional)
empty spray bottle

Mix ingredients and pour into empty spray bottle. Make sure to label.

I made this for the first time the other night and really like it. I was originally planning on using some of my peppermint oil for fragrance, but there was just enough fragrance in the dish soap that I didn’t need anymore, and I really liked how it turned out. So far I’ve tried it on my counters, my kitchen table and my (very dirty) painted walls near the front door without any problems.

[The spray bottle was purchased at Ikea and ended up holding all but about 1-2 Tbsp of the mixture.]

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