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Chick-fil-A: August Calendar Card Deal – FREE Large Drink

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Chick-fil-A: Calendar CardAugust is winding down already. I feel like it flew by.

Homeschooling is going great! I have so much to post, but my days and nights are invested in curriculum, grading, and preparing for the next day.

We are finding our groove and the learning is occurring in leaps and bounds. It is really exciting, and I love teaching my children all.the.time.

With all our happenings this month, we haven’t visited Chick-fil-A in August – yet. For the August Calendar Card Deal, each cardholder will receive a FREE large Coca-Cola soft drink of your choice. The card says soft drink, but most Chick-fil-A restaurants will substitute the soft drink for tea or lemonade.

If you have a Chick-fil-A calendar card, remember to snag your FREE large drink before Saturday, August 30, 2014. Though this offer officially ends on August 31, Chick-fil-A locations are closed on Sundays. Therefore, Saturday is the last day for this deal. Happy savings!

Question: How often does your family visit Chick-fil-A?

Mellow Mushroom: Back to 1974 Prices – August 20, 2014

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Mellow Mushroom: Back to 1974 Prices – August 20, 2014

Photograph Credit: Mellow Mushroom

If you are a Mellow Mushroom fan, then make room in your schedule for a visit this Wednesday.

In celebration of their 40th birthday, participating Mellow Mushroom locations are rolling back a few menu selections to 1974 prices on Wednesday, August 20, 2014.

The prices and menu selections include:

  • 30¢ – Coke products
  • 75¢ – Michelob, Budweiser, or PBR
  • $2.50 – small cheese pizza

In addition to the menu savings, Mellow Mushroom is hosting a contest with a prize package of a trip for two to Amsterdam. With each Mellow Mushroom location equipped with an in-store display of the first Mellow Mushroom location, customers can pose and capture their image.

To enter the contest, upload your photo to Instagram tagged #40YearsBaked. Without an Instagram account, upload your image to this special page.

In using time wisely, check for your local Mellow Mushroom’s participation. Give yourself time to enjoy the event as it may be well attended.

Happy 40th Birthday, Mellow Mushroom!

A&W: National Root Beer Float Day – August 6, 2014

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A&W: National Root Beer Float Day – August 6, 2014

Photograph Credit: A & W

On Wednesday, August 6, 2014, A & W Restaurants will offer FREE small root beer floats from 2:00 p.m. to close.

This offer is limited to one FREE root beer float per person, while supplies last.

During this promotion, A & W Restaurants will raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project.

You may see a display and/or receive an invitation to donate to this organization.

No coupon is necessary, but you might want to check with your local A & W Restaurant to verify their participation.

Happy National Root Beer Float Day!

Adjusting Your Calendar for these Upcoming Events

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IHOP birthday 2014Seems like it’s birthday season this summer. Kicking off this week with their 56¢ short stacks, IHOP celebrated their 56th birthday.

Our family chose to visit during the dinner hour, and Paul ended up getting stuck at work. So, we made it on the list at 6:45 p.m. before the 7:00 p.m. cutoff.

Though we had our names on the list, we had a 45-minute wait. Now, instead of thinking of it as wasting 45 minutes, we saw two groups of friends we knew. With my children having spent time with one set of friends recently, we chatted with them, and let the kids play together.

The other set of friends were ones we had not seen for a long time. Thankfully, our recent friends were seated first, and then we caught-up with our long-time friends. It was great having time with them as I probably would not have reached out to catch up with them.

Seizing these moments made the evening special. With only a 46-minute wait-time, we were seated and enjoyed our short stacks. On this rare occasion, the tip was more than the purchased amount. 😀

In addition to IHOP’s birthday, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts is also celebrating a birthday this week. To keep up-to-date on the FREE or inexpensive happenings, use this list to see what is available in your area. Enjoy adjusting your calendar for these upcoming events:

Friday, July 11, 2014

Chick-fil-A: Cow Appreciation Day - July 11, 2014

Thursday, July 24, 2014

Friday is definitely going to be a busy day with lots of fun memories. Take pictures and share either on one of these posts or Facebook. I’d love to see how your family dresses up for the occasion.

Our summer calendar continues to overflow with opportunities. Though we hate to say “no,” we just can’t do everything with everyone all of the time. However, we enjoy joining friends and getting together as often as we can.

As more offers come available, I’ll be sure to keep you informed. Happy adjusting!

Question: Which events are you planning to attend? 

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: 77¢ Deal – July 11, 2014

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Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: 77¢ Deal - July 11, 2014

Photograph Credit: Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

Happy 77th Birthday, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts!

In celebration of their birthday, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts is offering customers a 77¢ deal all day on Friday, July 11, 2014.

When you purchase one dozen doughnuts, you can get a second dozen of Original Glazed doughnuts for 77¢.

To get this deal, visit this link. Then click on the deal, and a message will be delivered to your e-mail inbox.

Just show the e-mail via your phone or in print to redeem this birthday deal.

This deal makes taking breakfast to work more affordable. If you have a morning meeting or just want to lift the spirits in your workplace, then grab this deal and sweeten your office on Friday, July 11, 2014.

Happy 77th Birthday, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts!