Free Bikes in Urbana tomorrow at 10am!

The Urbana Police Department is  hosting the 2nd annual bike giveaway tomorrow from 10a-12p at 704 S. Glover Street in Urbana. These are bikes that have been reported as abandoned and recovered by police officers. Angelo says that officers have attempted to find the owners of the bikes but were unable to locate them. There are approximately 170 bikes available, about 80 percent are adult-sized mountain bikes. There are just a handful of children’s bikes. There is only one bike per person and the giveaway is first come, first serve. Come early!

$3.50 for $10 to Taco Loco

Now I've never been here, but is a taco a taco? I don't know :) But I'm sure that 2 people could eat for what would cost only $3.50! Budget friendly :) Check it out here!

$5 Chicken Parmesean DeLite tomorrow @ papa murphys!

I'm typically a pepperoni girl, but even this is looking good to me right now! Just $5 tomorrow only with this coupon. A frozen pizza can cost you almost $5. This is worth trying out people! 

Half off Za's tomorrow!

Half-off Za's tomorrow starting at 5am at the News Gazette daily deal site. Early bird gets the pasta :)

30% off those cute tankinis/suits!

Just the other day I told you about LimeRicki and their swimsuit warehouse which has their last season's suits on clearance. Well, they also have new suits out and a SALE of 30% off this weekend! Use the code  LRFF2012.  *can't be used on warehouse suits

$6 Fandango ticket from Amazon local!

$6 movie tickets on Amazon local and you can purchase up to 2!

What You Need to Know

• Each voucher is valid for 1 movie ticket up to a maximum value of $12
• Limit 2 vouchers per customer
• Up to 2 vouchers can be combined in 1 transaction to purchase multiple tickets; customers may purchase more than 2 tickets in the same transaction if they buy such additional tickets at their standard price
• Entire value of each voucher must be used in 1 transaction
• Visit www.fandango.com to view theaters and show times in your area
• Voucher must be redeemed online at www.fandango.com or via the Fandango app on your smartphone
• Not valid toward the purchase of gift cards
• Voucher can apply to Fandango’s convenience fee; however, if movie ticket and convenience fee are more than $12 per ticket, customer is responsible for paying the difference at the time of redemption via credit card, debit card, or Paypal
• Voucher cannot be combined with any other offer and no change will be provided if ticket price is less than $12
• Available for use immediately after purchase
• The amount paid for the voucher does not expire. The remaining promotional value of the voucher above what you paid for it will expire on September 30, 2012

1/2 Off Minnecis!

CiSaves.com has Minneci's on sale right now! Just $7.50 for a $15 certificate!

$2.99 MEAL deal at quiznos!

I'm not sure if there are any left in CU, but if you have one near by, this is a sweet deal good til Memorial Day (May 28th). Go here to print out coupon.

Thanks Hip2save!

3 personalized cosmetic bags- $10 or 6x6 photo book for $4!

I've mentioned before, ArtsCow offers up some pretty good deals with customizable photo products. One of them being these cosmetic bags. They come in 3 different sizes and you can use an already made template or create your own from scratch! Use code: THREECOSBAGS


Another deal I saw on their website is their new 6x6 hardcover photo book. This could be a perfect little brag book size for a grandparent or father! Just $3.99 with free shipping. Use code: 6X6BOOKS
*codes can't be combined so you'll need 2 separate orders if you want to do both

ESPN the Mag for just $9!

Eversave has ESPN the Mag for just $13. If you are new to Eversave though and sign up here, you will get a $10 credit to your account (only $4 of which can apply to this deal though) so just $9! Did I mention you get a free cooler? :) Also, I do believe this will gain you access to ESPN Insider articles online! 

*must be a new subscriber

25% off at GAP online today and tomorrow!

See add above :) Also, I've mentioned Ebates before, see this post. But there are offering 13% cash back on GAP today! So really you'll get 38% back, not too shabby.

Ebates: Free $10 gift card for shopping online!

I have mentioned Ebates before but it's been awhile. Another reader mentioned it as a way to get additional money back- on top of your normal rewards on your debit card so I thought I'd remind you about it. It's easy to sign up and when you do, you will get a $10 gift card mailed to you after you make your first purchase over $25 to any online site! 

As they put it- Shop through Ebates, and earn up to 25% cash back at your favorite stores. How? Our stores pay us a fee when you shop. We then share the fee directly with you - it's just that simple.

It really is that simple. I have gotten over $75 back through online shopping. Then they will send you a "rebate check" quarterly regardless of your account balance (whether its $2 or $20). You won't get rich using Ebates but it sure doesn't hurt to get a few bucks back :) And right now, stores like Old Navy & Gap are getting 13% cash back!!!

*Just a tip - once you do sign up, in order to get the "ebates", you must start at the ebates website, and start your shopping through their website in order to get credit for your purchases.

Cute, Cheap Tankinis!

LimeRicki is a swimwear company that promotes modest swimwear. I also happen to think they have cute swimwear :) When not on sale, it is quite expensive, but I was able to snag one around Black Friday last year and I love it. (pictured above). They just came out with a "Factory Store" online where past year's styles are on sale - which is why I write you this post right now. A few key things to keep in mind: No returns, no exchanges in the factory store. Also, sizes are picked over so keep checking styles to find your size.

*For size reference, I got a Small top and Small bottoms. The top is long which is so hard for me to find! And the bottoms cover so nicely without riding up. Highly recommend :)

25% off at Old Navy in stores & online!

Just got this in my inbox! 25% off today, then 20% off, then 15% off. So maybe go shopping today? :) Head here if you want to print off a coupon.

1/2 Strawberry Fields Today!

CiSaves.com has Strawberry Fields up for half off today (and for the next 84hrs). Just $7.50 for a $15 credit and it gets sent right to your email inbox!

Tomorrow: 1/2 Price Drive-In Movie Theatre in Gibson City!

If you didn't know, there is a drive-in movie theatre about 30 min outside of Champaign! And if you haven't been, you should know it's a fun thing to do. They have 2 screens showing 2 different movies. Usual admission is $6 a person. Get your half price gift certificate tomorrow on the News Gazette Daily Deal!

Kids bowl free all summer in select places like Savoy!

I used this program when I nannied in the past. It's amazing really. I'm not sure Grady is quite to a bowling age, but I suppose we can find out since it's FREE. Kids can bowl 2 games every day, including weekends, for free! Check it out here for more details on the Savoy location. Or go to KidsBowlFree.com to see if it's offered in your area. 50 cities in Illinois are offering it!

$10 off $25 coupon code for Payless

 On Payless.com, use the coupon code 68537  to get $10 will be deducted from your total purchase of $25 or more! Choose Ship to Store so you don't pay any shipping either! Here's an example I came up with that totals just $26.99- so $16.99 for both pairs of sandals! (Both come in many colors)
Thanks Hip2Save!

FREE shutterfly photo book! (just pay shipping)

Well, another free shutterfly book is available! Click here and then sign in or sign up and it will be added to your account. Just pay the $8 shipping! Now what to make with these books in the next 1.5 weeks...perhaps a Father's Day gift?

20% off + Free Shipping at The Children's Place

ChildrensPlace.com is offering 20% off your entire purchase with code K6G93MRS42 plus free shipping today only! Making some summer shirts as low as $2.39 each. Not too bad if you ask me. You might see Grady sporting this one around town :)

Meijer sales & stock up items

First, blackberries are just $1! THEN, Meijer has a pretty good 11 for $10 sale this week. I just wanted to highlight a few items. Meijer Naturals Salsa- almost half off. I recommend the Black Bean & Corn. Also, Meijer pasta sauce, sandwich bags, pretzels & ketchup (and more!) just $.90 wyb 11 of any of the listed items! 

$3 tanks at Target w/coupon- new styles!

If you happened to print off the $3 off coupon that I wrote about twice in the past few weeks, then you can get $3 tank tops this week at Target and they finally have their new summer styles out! If no coupon, no big deal, still only $6 :) 

*apparently the CU Target has yet to get in the new styles though :(

Macy's $10 off $25 coupon for sale items!

Click here for a $10 off $25 coupon for sale & clearance apparel & select home items!

Bath & Body Works Deal!

So they have 2 promos going on right now AND a $10 off $30 coupon! As you have probably seen, I am huge fan of their candles (still on candle buying hold though cuz I may have a few in the closet ;)) Bummer is that you can't use the coupon with the other offer- which is the VIP tote. So choose wisely :) I have no idea about the scent of the items in the VIP tote BUT if it's your scent, then maybe you or your mom would rather the tote than $10 off!

Reminder: Half Price Frapps at Sbux 3-5p

I'll tell you what, this promo is working. Starbucks is quite the busy place from 3-5p each day! How do I know? Because I enjoyed a venti double chocolate chip frapp yesterday. Who doesn't need a 670 calorie boost? So gooood. (Keep in mind a large oreo blizzard is over 1100 calories :)) haha. So just a few days left, get in there! Oh, and Kevin highly recommends the new Mocha Cookie Crumble!

Half Price El Toro in Urbana

CiSaves.com has El Toro in Urbana on sale for half off right now! Might I suggest using it on a Tuesday when they have $1 tacos! You could feed a lot of people for $15! :)

Half Price Za's on sale at 11am!

There will be 100 gift certificates available starting at 11am! Best of luck to you, you probably have until about 11:08 to get one :) 

Free Print from Paper Coterie= Cute, Cheap Mother's Day Present!

Paper Coterie has some super cute free printables available for Mother's Day. Print out one of the 4 designs they offer, get a frame from the dollar store and Wha-Lah! Present. You could even splurge and buy a piece of nicer paper from Michaels. 

12 months of meal planning 1/2 off!

Look how happy she is after grocery shopping?! Want to be her? Just get emeals :) Ha! But I do have friends who use it and love it so I thought I'd pass it along. Normally $60 for the year, now just $29! Here's some more details: 

You choose the grocery store, food style, and family size, and eMeals handles the rest: recipe selection, scouring for the best deals, and coming up with a grocery list organized by store sections. Pick the natural and organic option, keep it gluten-free, enjoy classic family meals, or choose from a plethora of meal plans to make your family smile. This menu planner deal does it all, saving you time, hassle, and money. Sitting down for a delicious family meal never felt easier.

Free Body Wash at CVS via FB coupon

I do my best to sift through deals that are too much work or aren't worth the $.30 cents off, but free is free right? So if you are on Facebook, you can head over to MinuteClinic page, "like" them and they will email you a coupon for a free body wash. CVS is not a bad place to get into. They run lots of good deals every week. Check it out :)

Decorate your own Cup cake stand!

Pick Your Plum is a cute daily deal site that always has a different crafty type item for sale. Today is a "naked" cup cake stand! These are going fast, FYI. You can paint it, decoupage it, or anything else to decorate! They are $12.95 each with shipping at $6.50. Order up to 6 for the same shipping price. Could be really cute bridal shower gifts!

Target Swimsuit just $15!

Target has these cute suits on sale today only for just $15 (normally $35!) with free shipping! Other colors available! They have a few reviews as well and they are positive. Remember, you can always return them to the store so maybe buy 2 sizes to make sure you get the one that fits!

Half-price Courier Cafe tomorrow!

Just a heads up that tomorrow at 10am on The Mix website, there will be 25 gift certificates available at half off for  The Courier Cafe. (You actually pay $25 + 3.75) for 2 - $25 gift certificates. We have used one of ours from the last offer and it perfectly covered our sandwiches, fries and two triple flavored shakes! YUM! 

*Za's will be on sale on Friday here but I'll remind you :)

The Beauty of a Target Debit Card

A few weeks ago, reader Emily, sent me an email about the Target DEBIT red card. I did a little research and it turns out it's quite good! You get an automatic 5% off every time you use your card at Target (it can only be used at Target). But it's not even rewards that come later, it's immediate! There is no debit or credit card out there that can offer you a consistent 5% cash back! On top of that, you get FREE SHIPPING from Target.com! This means trouble because their shipping charges are actually helpful in keeping me from buying things :) I asked a cashier last time I was at Target and she verified that the card is truly a debit card linked to your checking account with NO FEES ever. Just bring in a blank check and your ID. I'll be setting mine up this week. Thanks Emily for the heads up! 

Any Sobe fans out there? 10 for $5 after Target gift card!

Unfortunately, we are Gatorade first, Vitamin Water second and Sobe...nowhere. BUT, if you are a Sobe fan, this seems like a good stock up deal to me. 10 for $10 and then you get a $5 gift card immediately. Which you could then go do the deal again or find yourself something fun at Target :)

HOT Nivea Gift Card Deal at Target!

This week at Target, there is a hot Nivea gift card deal! Purchase 3 Nivea skin care items and get a $5 target gift card at check out. What makes this deal great is that the travel size tin counts as an item. The only small catch is your total purchase has to exceed $5. So you do the math, combine some lotion, chapstick or travel tin to make your purchase over $5, and then get a $5 gift card back! You could get 2 lip balms and 1 travel creme for just $5.35 so just $.35 after your card gift!
Thanks, Totally Target!
*I have yet to check out the Champaign Target, but plan to today. I'll  let you know how it turns out. Sometimes it sells out fast...

$5.55 for a Large Taco Grande Papa Murphy's Pizza on 5/5

Tomorrow only in honor of Cinco de Mayo, you can use this coupon to get a large Taco Grande Pizza at Papa Murphys!

Super cute personalized address stamp!

I think these are adorable. My sweet friend Mariel gave all of her bridesmaid cute address stamps and we LOVED them. So if you have a friend getting married or just bought a house, or had a baby, get them this for a present! They will think of you and be thankful every thank you card they have to write! Limited quantity, be warned!

1/2 price fraps at Starbucks 3-5p

Starting today through 5/13, Starbucks is having a frappuccino happy hour from 3-5 where all fraps are 1/2 off! Ah, Venti double-blended chocolate chip frappaccino...I don't need you, but I love you:) And if you got that half price Starbucks card a few weeks ago, well, then I guess you can get a frap for 1/4 price :)

Free Fries & drink with sandwich at Arbys!

Coupon is good for ANY Market Fresh Sandwich or Wrap. Anything is delicious with curly fries :)

Free 5hr Energy again!

Who doesn't want to look and live like this lady?! Get your free 5hr Energy now! I've gotten about 4 now...and today I even filled it out for my mailman. Seriously. He has been wanting one and is jealous every time he drops one in my mailbox :)

$1 Mug at inkGarden

I just got an email about referring friends to InkGarden.com and you get a personalized mug for $1! So check it out...maybe for your mom! 

25% entire purchase at Michaels starting 5/3-5/5

This right here is a good coupon folks. If the items you need are already on sale, then an extra 25% off- doesn't get any better than this at Michaels! Click here for coupon or show it on your smartphone.