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Enjoying National Pancake Day

March 5, 2014 by Tracy

Enjoying National Pancake DayMy youngest was cracking me up this morning. As we were out grocery shopping, she is quoting the Hump Day Geiko Advertisement.

I’m finding this funny because it is not yet Wednesday, so when she asks, “What day is it?” I’m answering, “National Pancake Day.”

This evening, my children and I met up with Paul at our local IHOP for some FREE pancakes. Our waitress was really nice as she kept checking on us and bringing us butter. She also liked our little system as we piled the pancakes in one big stack and ate them one at a time.

Enjoying National Pancake DayYou see, IHOP has four different syrup flavors: blueberry, butter pecan, old fashioned maple, and strawberry. Not wanting to mix the different flavors, we only kept one pancake on our plate at a time.

This way, we could each cut up our pancake, pour on the syrup, eat it, and then have a clean plate for the next pancake and a different flavor.

This system also prevented us from wasting food. Our youngest daughter only ate one pancake while my son and older daughter ate two pancakes with one to spare.

By the end of the meal, we had 3 pancakes remaining or one short stack. We packaged them up and brought them home.

Hanging out at our local IHOP, we met two beauty pageant contestants. One of the “princesses” (as my daughters call them) gave each of my girls her autographed picture.

These princesses were visiting each table explaining IHOP’s affiliation with the Children’s Miracle Network and asking for patrons to make donations as they exited the restaurant.

Our family enjoyed celebrating National Pancake Day at IHOP. The pancakes were delicious, and money was raised for a charitable organization. What a great ending to a Tuesday as we enjoyed National Pancake Day!

Question: Did you venture out to your local IHOP for FREE pancakes?

Filed Under: Going Out, Free Outings, Family Activities Tagged With: IHOP

APlus Sunoco: FREE Oreo Cookies – March 5-7

March 6, 2014 by Tracy

APlus Sunoco: FREE Oreo Cookies – March 5-7

Photograph Credit: APlus Sunoco

Available through tomorrow, Friday, March 7, APlus Sunoco locations will grant a FREE 2 oz. single-serve pack of Oreo cookies to those who redeem this coupon.

This deal is limited to APlus Sunoco stations. Please check this store and gas station locator to find a participating APlus Sunoco near you. Just select APlus under “refine search by” to find the right location.

If you have an APlus Sunoco nearby and plan to visit, then print this coupon for your FREE Oreo cookies. The limit is one per customer, while supplies last.

Since there is not an APlus Sunoco location close to us, we will continuing baking cookies in our new oven. I love having my kitchen back to normal. It’s the little things like cookies and ovens that make me happy. 🙂 Enjoy your weekend!

Special thanks to Christina for sharing this deal via e-mail!

Question: If you know of other deals, please let me know via Facebook or e-mail (usingtimewisely (at) gmail (dot) com).

Filed Under: Going Out, Free Outings, Family Activities Tagged With: APlus Sunoco

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: Daylight Savings – March 9, 2014

March 7, 2014 by Tracy

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: Daylight Savings – March 9, 2014

Photograph Credit: Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

Getting ready to adjust our clocks this Saturday night for the Sunday morning time change, we are also scheduling a visit to a participating Krispy Kreme Doughnuts.

Understanding the tiredness of losing an hour of sleep, participating Krispy Kreme Doughnuts stores will spike sugar levels by granting each guest a FREE original glazed doughnut on Sunday, March 9, 2014.

With no purchase necessary or coupon required, you and your family can yawn over a sweet treat together.

This offer is valid all day long at participating locations in honor of Daylight Savings Time.

If you still have Valentine’s Day coupons to redeem, then note that those coupons expire on Saturday, March 15. Those coupons are good for a FREE doughnut of your choice. 🙂

Set those clocks forward, lose your hour of sleep, and gain a FREE original glazed doughnut from Krispy Kreme Doughnuts this Sunday, March 9, 2014. Yum!

Filed Under: Going Out, Free Outings, Family Activities Tagged With: Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

Rita’s: FREE Italian Ice on March 20, 2014

March 19, 2014 by Tracy

Rita’s: FREE Italian Ice on March 20, 2014

Photograph Credit: Rita’s Italian Ice

On another cold and rainy day, I’m looking forward to the change in seasons this week.

Not only due to the hope of warmer weather, but also because Rita’s is celebrating with FREE Italian ice on March 20, 2014. Yay!

Along with the start of the Men’s NCAA Basketball Tournament, we get to enjoy a FREE Italian ice on Thursday. Rita’s Italian Ice celebrates the first day of spring by giving each guest a FREE Italian ice in an available flavor of your choice.

This event is quite popular in our area. A couple years back, our choice was limited to two flavors: lemonade or cherry. By narrowing the selection, our local Rita’s was able to keep up with the demand as many guests were served in a short amount of time.

Please understand that you might find your location limiting the choices to keep the crowd moving. But all are welcome to enjoy a FREE Italian ice on March 20, 2014.

To find a Rita’s Italian Ice location near you, check this store locator. Schedule a stop between 12:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. to enjoy your first Italian ice of spring. Happy celebrating!

Question: Do you have a favorite Italian ice flavor?

Filed Under: Going Out, Free Outings, Family Activities Tagged With: Rita's

Ben & Jerry’s: FREE Cone Day – April 8, 2014

March 29, 2014 by Tracy

Ben & Jerry’s: FREE Cone Day – April 8, 2014

Photograph Credit: Ben & Jerry’s

Mark your calendars!

On Thursday, April 8, 2014, visit a participating Ben & Jerry’s location from 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. to celebrate FREE Cone Day!  

According to the Ben & Jerry’s Facebook page:

Free Cone Day is on 8th April! It’s the Ben & Jerriest Day of the year! So, make sure you swing by one of our participating scoop shops around the world and grab yourself a FREE cone. Since 1979, Ben & Jerry’s has been thanking fans for their support in the best way they knew how: with a free cone of the chunkiest, funkiest ice cream around!

If you are fortunate enough to live near a participating location, then enjoy your FREE cone on Thursday, April 8, 2014. Enjoy!

Happy FREE Cone Day!

Filed Under: Spring, Going Out, Free Outings, Family Activities Tagged With: Ben & Jerry's

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