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APlus Sunoco: FREE Coffee with Coupon – Black Friday ONLY

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APlus Sunoco: FREE Coffee with Coupon – Black Friday ONLY

Photograph Credit: APlus Sunoco

Are you going to rise and shine for all those crazy Black Friday deals? If so, APlus Sunoco locations will grant a FREE 16 oz. coffee to those who redeem this coupon on Friday, November 29, 2013.

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 coffee. The limit is one per customer, while supplies last.

Oh, I remember those cold mornings all too well – as Paul and I waited for the store to open to snag some amazing electronic devices.

Though we don’t drink coffee, a warm beverage was just the ticket to melt the chill. Hope you stay healthy while stretching your hard earned dollars. Enjoy!

Happy Black Friday!

Special thanks to Amanda 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).

ABC Family: Countdown and 25 Days of Christmas

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ABC Family: Countdown and 25 Days of Christmas

Photograph Credit: ABC Family

Our family enjoys winding down watching a holiday movie. We snuggled together to see “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” on Halloween night and “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” on Thanksgiving evening.

Though we enjoy other holiday movies other than Charlie Brown, we like the short episodes that keep little one’s attention.

To kickoff the Christmas season, ABC Family has scheduled a Countdown and 25 Days of Christmas programming list. Though we won’t catch most of these holiday movies, we can find our favorites and plan a movie night complete with popcorn near the lights of the Christmas tree. Enjoy choosing your favorites!

Countdown to 25 Days of Christmas

Day and Date

Time (EST)

Show
Wednesday, November 20  7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m. Disney and Pixar’s UpDisney and Pixar’s Wall-E
Thursday, November 21  9:00 p.m. The Princess and the Frog
Friday, November 22  7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m. MulanWilly Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
Saturday, November 23  7:00 p.m.8:55 p.m. Ice AgeIce Age: The Meltdown
Sunday, November 24  7:00 p.m. Fred Claus
Monday, November 25 7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m. Richie Rich’s Christmas WishRichie Rich
Tuesday, November 26 7:00 p.m. Christmas Bounty 
Wednesday, November 27 7:30 p.m.9:00 p.m. Bon Voyage, Charlie BrownA Boy Named Charlie Brown
Thursday, November 28 All Day Harry Potter Marathon 
Friday, November 29 All Day Harry Potter Marathon 
Saturday, November 30 All Day8:00 p.m. Harry Potter MarathonHarry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2

 

25 Days of Christmas

Day and Date

Time (EST)

Show
Sunday, December 1 7:00 p.m. Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas 
Monday, December 2 8:00 p.m. The Santa Clause 
Tuesday, December 3 8:00 p.m. Scrooged 
Wednesday, December 4 8:00 p.m.10:00 p.m. National Lampoon’s Christmas VacationDeck the Halls
Thursday, December 5 6:00 p.m.7:00 p.m. Rudolph’s Shiny New YearThe Polar Express
Friday, December 6 6:00 p.m.6:30 p.m. Frosty’s Winter WonderlandThe Muppet Christmas Carol
Saturday, December 7 7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m. The Santa ClauseThe Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause
Sunday, December 8 6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m. The Mistle-TonesHolidaze
Monday, December 9 8:00 p.m. Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas 
Tuesday, December 10 9:00 p.m.10:00 p.m. The Year Without a Santa ClausSanta Claus is Comin’ to Town
Wednesday, December 11 6:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.

8:30 p.m.

 Holiday in HandcuffsMelissa & Joey

Baby Daddy
Thursday, December 12 9:00 p.m. Scrooged 
Friday, December 13 4:30 p.m. Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story Marathon 
Saturday, December 14 8:00 p.m. Disney’s The Little Mermaid 
Sunday, December 15 8:00 p.m. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation 
Monday, December 16 7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m. The Santa ClauseThe Santa Clause 2
Tuesday, December 17 9:00 p.m. The Polar Express 
Wednesday, December 18 7:30 p.m.8:00 p.m. Mickey’s Christmas CarolMary Poppins
Thursday, December 19 7:00 p.m. 

8:30 p.m.

 Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and the Island of Misfit Toys                                                                               Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Friday, December 20 9:00 p.m. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation 
Saturday, December 21 All Day6:00 p.m.

8:00 p.m.

10:00 p.m.

 Holiday Classics MarathonThe Santa Clause

The Santa Clause 2

The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause
Sunday, December 22 All Day7:00 p.m. Holiday Movie MarathonDr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Monday, December 23 7:00 p.m.8:00 p.m.

10:00 p.m.

 The Year Without a Santa ClausThe Muppet Christmas Carol

The Polar Express
Tuesday, December 24 5:00 p.m. The Santa Clause Movie Marathon 
Wednesday, December 25 9:00 p.m. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation 

 

 

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: Happy Veterans Day – November 11, 2013

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Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: Happy Veteran’s Day – November 11, 2013

Photograph Credit: Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

For all veterans and active duty military, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts is celebrating you.

On Monday, November 11, 2013, present your military identification or wear your uniform to a participating United States Krispy Kreme Doughnut location to receive a FREE doughnut and small coffee.

With no purchase necessary and no coupon required, enjoy a sweet treat in celebration of your service for America.

Per the promotion, military personnel need to go into the store to receive their FREE doughnut and small coffee. This offer is not valid in the drive-through.

Thank you, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, and

Thank you, Veterans!

Home Depot: Tabletop Ship

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Home Depot: Tabletop Ship

Photograph Credit: Home Depot

Happy November! Not sure where this year has gone, but we are seizing these moments before 2013 passes us by.

If you are looking for a fun activity for this weekend, then consider stopping by your local Home Depot.

On the first Saturday of every month, Home Depot hosts a free Kids’ Workshop.

At the workshop, each child is given the monthly kit to build and keep, a free Kids’ Workshop apron, a commemorative pin for that project which can be pinned onto his apron, and a certificate of achievement.

The November project has a nautical theme.

What: Tabletop Ship

When: Saturday, November 2, 2013

Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon)

Where: Your local Home Depot store

These workshops offer enjoyable family time at an unbeatable price. If you are looking for other family weekend events, check Using Time Wisely’s event page for other options. While you are there, “like” the page to stay updated.

Enjoy your weekend while spending time with those you love. Happy planning!

Question: Does your family enjoy these free workshops?

2013: Happy Halloween!

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2013: Happy Halloween!

Photograph Credit: Microsoft Images

Time to put on those costumes and have some fun! My children went reverse trick-or-treating yesterday at Paul’s office. The goal is to help our children practice the art of giving. However, they seem to come back with as much or more candy than we started.

Today, my children are ready to attend two events, head out into our neighborhood, and complete the evening snuggled into my bed watching It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. Sometime in there, we will complete homework.

In working ahead, my children have planned for today’s events by completing assignments early or using earned coupons for today’s homework. I was so proud of them both for working on the material needed to master the information for their tests on Friday. Both of them worked hard to alleviate the homework load today.

If you are seeking some FREE or inexpensive Halloween options, then consider these options for a safe and sweet Halloween:

  • Grocery stores
  • Libraries
  • Mall
  • Bookstores
  • Home Improvement stores
  • Restaurants

Jenny Martin over on Southern Savers put together this great list of FREE or inexpensive Halloween dining offers. In addition to her list, I would add the discounts at Stevi B’s, Fuddruckers, and Olive Garden.

  • Church groups
  • Jump zones
  • Truck-or-Treats
  • Your own neighborhood

Though I don’t usually get dressed up, I will come up with a costume to snag a FREE Krispy Kreme Doughnut. If we had an APlus Sunoco nearby, we would accept their FREE candy bars.

My little princesses and Greek warrior Ajax will be on the prowl along with all the other little super heroes and characters. Please remember to drive extra carefully this evening and watch out for all little ones making memories. Though parents will be about, children do cut across streets without looking. If we all are a little bit more careful and aware, we might prevent a disaster from occurring.

For those of you who do not celebrate Halloween, I wish you a blessed Reformation Day! 🙂

If you are joining our family in this season of candy and treats, then have a great evening making memories, capturing smiles, and using time wisely with family, friends, and neighbors.

Happy Halloween!

Question: What is your favorite candy to give or receive?