A Times story cites a report that one in three people admit to napping on a typical day. “Admit.” As if napping is a bad thing.
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It’s a Deal: Free Mars Bar on Fridays
Candy manufacturer Mars is hosting a “Real Chocolate Relief Act.” When you register at its site, you can print out a coupon for a free candy bar every Friday through the end of the summer (max four coupons per household). More details here.
Sex & Jokes: The Great (and Free!) Recession Stress Relievers
You might think that a financial crisis and a dreary, prolonged economic downturn might be a total bummer. People wouldn’t find much of anything funny, and they wouldn’t exactly be in the mood for other kinds of fun, either. Actually, it appears the opposite is true: In tough times, people seek out releases more than ever—and what are …
Ten Oddball Ways to Save: Free Beer, Fighting Parking Tickets, Writing Off Expenses Like a Pro, and More
Today’s list goes beyond the basics. We all know that using coupons smartly saves money, right? To expand the amount of money you can save, you need to get creative and expand into more unusual spheres of money-saving.
Share, Swap, Barter: Whatever It Takes to Avoid Actually Spending Money
What, you’re still breaking out cash and swiping credit cards for goods and services? Many people, forced to get creative by the recession, are realizing that spending isn’t nearly as necessary as they once thought.
Want a Discount? Just Use the Obvious But Magic Words
A little over a year ago, a San Diego-based graduate student and blogger who goes by the name Roxy began a simple yet brilliant experiment. At least once a day from July 1, 2008, to June 30, 2009, she nicely asked shopkeepers, waiters, flight attendants, and pretty much anyone else she ran across if they could give her discounts, perks, …
It’s a Deal: Free Pastry This Morning at Starbucks
Purchase a beverage at Starbucks and a pastry (or bagel, croissant, danish, doughnut, or fritter) is free today, July 21, until 10:30 a.m. Print the required coupon here or simply show a barista the offer on your hand-held device.
It’s a Deal: Two Pairs of Eyeglasses for the Price of One at EyeBuyDirect.com
From July 20 through July 26, all customers can get a second set of glasses for free at EyeBuyDirect.com. There’s a minimum order of $14.95. More details here.
It’s a Deal: Two-for-One Iced Beverages at Peet’s Coffee
Peet’s Coffee & Tea, which has stores throughout the West and a few in other parts of the country, is giving away one iced beverage with the purchase of an iced beverage. A coupon is required, and you can print it out here. Valid only through Friday, July 17.
It’s a Deal: Free Breakfast, Half Off at IKEA
This weekend (July 18 and 19), IKEA is hosting a “Seize the Days” sale, in which certain wood furniture is being discounted by 50 percent, and in which one free breakfast per customer is being awarded. Print a coupon and see more details here.
Freebies and Big Discounts at Restaurants May Soon Disappear
To boost business in recession-era times, major restaurant chains like Denny’s, T.G.I. Fridays, Applebee’s, and Chili’s have been rolling out discounts and promos over the past few months—$5 specialty sandwiches, two-for-one entrees, free appetizers, and such. If you’re interested in such things, take advantage of these specials while …
It’s a Deal: Free Baja Fish Taco at Long John Silver’s
Seafood chain Long John Silver’s is giving away one baja fish taco per customer today, Tuesday, July 14, from the time each restaurant opens until 2:30 p.m. More details here.