October 1. 6-8 pm. FREE weekly jazz concerts at LACMA, no reservations required. LA Times Central Court. This week: Tom Rizzo Quartet. With his signature sweet tone and driving rhythmic pulse, guitarist Tom Rizzo plays not only bebop based jazz, but has also spent much of his career playing funk, pop, folk, R&B, and alternative music. Rizzo has recorded and performed with a wide range of musicians including Maynard Ferguson, Johnny Mathis, The Tonight Show Band with Doc Severinsen, and the Los Angeles Master Chorale, along with numerous recordings under his own name.
October 1 - October 3. Last weekend for the L.A. County Fair!
PARKING is $10 for general and $15 for preferred.
October 1. 12-6 p.m. L.A. County Fair. Ralphs Food Drive Fridays. Bring 5 cans of Ralphs brand food on Fridays to the fair and receive an admission ticket. The food is donated to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.
Do you have any children in kindergarten up through 8th grade? The Read to Ride Program is a special reward program for kids who read books over their summer vacations. Kids will receive 3 free carnival ride vouchers for every 2 books they read and write a book report for. Check out all the details at this link: http://www.lacountyfair.com/2010/entertainment/documents/21ReadtoRide10.pdf
October 1-3. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. LA Kids Consignment sale. This is a children's consignment sale where you can find 50,000+ gently-used and new kids items from cribs to toys to bikes and clothing for newborns through pre-teens. 157 W. Providencia Ave., Burbank, 91502. http://www.lakidsconsignment.com/
October 1-31. Kids, ages 3-9, get free admission to San Diego Zoo (with purchase of adult ticket). If you were planning a trip, this would be a good time to go.
October 2. 9 a.m. (Come as early as 8 a.m. for food and fellowship). Men’s and Women’s Fall kickoff event at The Church on The Way. Childcare is available, reservations required. Call 818-779-8085 for more information. This will be a great time to hear about all the wonderful new groups starting and be refreshed!
October 2. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Home Depot's FREE Kids Workshop to make a fireboat. The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.
October 2. 12 p.m.-6 p.m. Special Latin Music FREE at LACMA, Hancock Park.
In celebration of the Lynda and Stewart Resnick Pavilion, join us for an afternoon of live Latin music. 12–1 pm: Plaza de la Raza Youth Mariachi Ensemble, under the direction of Irineo Yanez. 1–4 pm: Angel Lebron y Su Sabor. 4–6 pm: Quetzal.
October 2-3. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. FREE admission to LACMA to celebrate the opening of the Lynda and Stewart Resnick Exhibition Pavilion. Timed tickets required. Please click here to reserve your tickets. Please click here to view the schedule for the weekend, including music, family activities, a free photo booth and food for purchase.
October 3. 6 p.m. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA. These one-hour concerts are presented free to the public on Sundays in the Leo S. Bing Theater. This week: Guest Artists from NEC perform Schumann (Guest pianists from New England Conservatory perform works in commemoration of Robert Schumann's bicentennial).
October 5. 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE. Toddler story time at Borders at the Northridge Mall. Theme this week is Olivia!
October 5. Free day for La Brea Tar Pits and the Natural History Museum.
October 5. 4 p.m.-8 p.m. Free evening for Kidspace Museum. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with cultural art activities by Lation Heritage from 5 to 7pm and a dance performance by Folklorico Nahuatzen at 6 p.m. 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91103. (626) 449-9144. http://www.kidspacemuseum.org/
October 5. 5 p.m. FREE LEGO® mini model build at the Glendale Galleria LEGO store, the first Tuesday of each month. One free per child. Event is open to children ages 6 to 14 only. 2148 Glendale Galleria, Glendale, 91210. (818) 549-0733.
October 5. 6 p.m. FREE. Kids Club at The Commons at Calabasas. This week: Ventriloquist Puppetry. 4799 Commons Way, Calabasas.
October 6. 11 a.m. Kids Club at The Lakes in Thousand Oaks. This week: Puppets on Parade. 2200 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., T. Oaks, 91362.
October 7-9. Used book sale at Northridge Library. Get a bag of books for $2! Hours: Oct. 7, 4 to 7:30 p.m., Oct. 8 & 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 818-886-3640. 9051 Darby Avenue, Northridge, 91325.
Paid Focus Groups
Have you ever been to a focus group? Companies will pay you to tell them what you think about their products. They are generally 1-2 hours and vary in pay, about $75-$100 dollars for your time. Some places even feed you! Here is a list of some local groups. If you sign up for several different groups, you have a better chance of getting called. You are eligible every 3 months or so, depending on the group.
**Adept Consumer Testing http://www.adeptconsumer.com/home.php
Trotta http://www.trotta.net/join.htm
Qualitative Insights http://www.q-insights.com/respondent.html
Adler Weiner Research http://www.awr-la.com/participants.htm
Facts ‘N Figures Inc. http://www.factsnfiguresinc.com/
Inspired Opinions (formerly called Schlesinger Associates) https://inspiredopinions.com/registration.php?rc=MTg%3D
Savitz Research Companies http://www.savitzpanel.com/
Plaza Research http://www.plazaresearch.com/
Check out this link if you live somewhere besides Los Angeles: http://hubpages.com/hub/Paid_Focus_Groups
**New to list
Upcoming Events
October 8. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Mom’s Bible Study begins at The Church on the Way.
October 9. Used book sale at Mid-Valley Regional Branch. This is a sale not to miss! Children’s books have all been 25 cents in the past! It’s held in a small room stuffed with books, so I try to go without my children if possible. 16244 Nordhoff St., North Hills, 91343. 818-895-3650.
October 9. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Target Free Family Saturday at the Japanese American National Museum. The day includes workshops, performances, and craft activities for children. 369 East First Street, L.A., 90012. (213) 625-0414. http://www.janm.org/
October 22-24. 9 a.m.-5 p.m LA Kids Consignment sale in Santa Clarita. This is a one-weekend only children's consignment sale where you can find 50,000+ gently-used and new kids items from cribs to toys to bikes and clothing for newborns through pre-teens. 24901 Avenue Stanford, Valencia, 91355. http://www.lakidsconsignment.com/
October 23. 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Healthy Neighborhood Festival. Music and dance workshops and performances. Cooking workshops. Admission, parking and health screenings are free. The California Endowment. 1000 N. Alameda Street, L.A., 90012. http://www.calendow.org/healthyneighborhoodfest
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Friday, September 17, 2010
Kristin’s Kickbacks List Week of 9-17
September 4 - October 3. L.A. County Fair.
PARKING is $10 for general and $15 for preferred. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
September 17 and all subsequent Fridays. 12-6 p.m. L.A. County Fair. Ralphs Food Drive Fridays. Bring 5 cans of Ralphs brand food on Fridays to the fair and receive an admission ticket. The food is donated to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.
Do you have any children in kindergarten up through 8th grade? The Read to Ride Program is a special reward program for kids who read books over their summer vacations. Kids will receive 3 free carnival ride vouchers for every 2 books they read and write a book report for. Check out all the details at this link: http://www.lacountyfair.com/2010/entertainment/documents/21ReadtoRide10.pdf
September 17-22. Jamba Juice coupon – Get a free smoothie (or other menu drink) from Jamba Juice when you buy one smoothie. Expires Sept. 22, 2010. http://www.jambajuice.com/eb/bogo1/images/Jamba_BOGO_Copuon_Option2.jpg
September 17. 6-8 pm. FREE weekly jazz concerts at LACMA, no reservations required. LA Times Central Court. This week: Bob Mintzer Canyon Cove Trio. Saxophonist, bass clarinetist, composer, arranger, leader of a Grammy Award winning big band, member of the Yellowjackets, and educator, Bob Mintzer makes his LACMA debut with an all-star trio that includes Larry Goldings on organ and Peter Erskine on drums.
September 18. 11 a.m. The Cat in the Hat Kids Event at Borders (the Northridge store is participating, as well as other local stores). Celebrate a new PBS kids series! There will be stories, games, stickers and more! This is not a costume character event.
September 18. GraceFest AV. 12-9 p.m. (Gates open at 11:30 a.m.) Antelope Valley’s premiere music and message festival. Music groups include Big Daddy Weave, Barlow Girl, Aaron Shust and Dominic Bali. This outdoor event includes vendors, large kids area, prayer tent, special speakers, compassion ministries, concessionaires and more. Blankets, lawn chairs, beach umbrellas and coolers are permitted. Beach umbrellas okay until 5:30pm. Alcoholic beverages, smoking and pets are strictly prohibited. For info and tickets visit http://kidscharitiesoftheav.com/ or call 661.265-6069. Presale general seating is $15 ($20 at gate), youth (13 - 19) $5, kids 12 and under free. Palmdale Amphitheater, 2723 Rancho Vista Blvd., Palmdale, CA 93551.
September 18. 9:30-10:05 a.m. or 11-11:45 a.m. FREE Kids Rhythm Club Drum Circle. Drum Provided. No reservations needed. Event every Saturday morning at REMO Recreational Music Center, 7308 Coldwater Canyon, North Hollywood, 91605. (1/2 block North of Sherman Way). Journey and explore music making through rhythm, song, and fun activities. Recommended ages for kids: 2 to 12, but all ages are welcome. Parents must stay with children. (Thanks, Diane!)
September 19. 12-5 p.m. Thai Cultural Day. Free. Music, dance, dramatic performances, fruit and vegetable carving, a costume contest and children’s workshops. Barnsdall Park, 4800 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood.
September 19. 6 p.m. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA. These one-hour concerts are presented free to the public on Sundays in the Leo S. Bing Theater. This week: Latitude 41. Bernadene Blaha (piano), Livia Sohn (violin), and Luigi Piovano (cello) perform Schubert: Piano Trio No. 2 in E-flat major, D. 929, and Notturno, D. 897.
September 20 - 26. SpaFinder Deal Days. SpaFinder Deal Days lets you enjoy spa, wellness or beauty services for just $50 prices or 50% off at spas, yoga and Pilates studios, fitness centers and more across the U.S. http://www.spafinder.com/dealdays?
September 21. 9:30 a.m. Registration for fall classes at Winnetka Rec Center. There are free classes offered through L.A. Kids, including soccer and art. Classes begin October 4 and run for 8 weeks. 8401 Winnetka Ave., Winnetka, 91306. Parks offer great inexpensive and fun classes. If you’re interested, check a few near where you live, since each park varies in the cost, classes offered and schedule.
September 21. 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE. Toddler story time at Borders at the Northridge Mall. Theme this week is Dr. Seuss.
September 21. 6 p.m. FREE. Kids Club at The Commons at Calabasas. This week: Music with Tia. 4799 Commons Way, Calabasas.
September 22. 11 a.m. Kids Club at The Lakes in Thousand Oaks. This week: Marionettes with Franklin. 2200 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., T. Oaks, 91362.
Movies
Redbox has a new deal going on where you can get a promo code for a Free Rental after renting one! Rent 1 movie at Redbox during September, then enter the code found on the dvd at this site http://www.thanksabilliongiveaway.com/ After entering your code, you’ll receive a promo code valid for a free redbox movie rental! You have a week to use the promo code for your free movie. You are also entered in a contest to win other prizes, such as a trip to the People’s Choice Awards.
Half Price Movie Tickets
https://halfcostmovies.com/
See all the latest movies for 50% off what the theater charges. This site purchases tickets in bulk, so they are able to sell the tickets at a discount. The tickets are only available for theaters that allow online purchase of tickets, so the choices are somewhat limited, but the discount is worth the drive. We haven’t used this site yet, so if anyone does, let us know what you think!
Upcoming Events
September 24. 5-8 p.m. Free ice cream at Cold Stone Creamery with a donation to Make-A-Wish. You get a 3 oz. Make-A-Wish Creation (which is sweet cream ice cream mixed with brownie, sprinkles and carmel).
September 25. 12-6 p.m. FREE event. DEAFestival Los Angeles 2010. Woodley Park, 6350 Woodley Avenue, Lake Balboa. Free parking. This is a wonderful event that I’ve been able to attend in the past. There are activities for the kids, performances, food and drinks for purchase and just a lot of fun!
September 25. 4:30 p.m. FREE event. Feast of Tabernacles at Levitt Pavilion in Pasadena. 18 E. Holly St., Pasadena CA. Free food and entertainment. Get there early because the food tickets go fast.
October 1-3. LA Kids Consignment sale. This is a one-weekend only children's consignment sale where you can find 50,000+ gently-used and new kids items from cribs to toys to bikes and clothing for newborns through pre-teens.
October 7-9. Used book sale at Northridge Library. Get a bag of books for $2! Hours: Oct. 7, 4 to 7:30 p.m., Oct. 8 & 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 818-886-3640. 9051 Darby Avenue, Northridge, 91325.
October 9. Used book sale at Mid-Valley Regional Branch. This is a sale not to miss! Children’s books have all been 25 cents in the past! It’s held in a small room stuffed with books, so I try to go without my children if possible. 16244 Nordhoff St., North Hills, 91343. 818-895-3650.
PARKING is $10 for general and $15 for preferred. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
September 17 and all subsequent Fridays. 12-6 p.m. L.A. County Fair. Ralphs Food Drive Fridays. Bring 5 cans of Ralphs brand food on Fridays to the fair and receive an admission ticket. The food is donated to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.
Do you have any children in kindergarten up through 8th grade? The Read to Ride Program is a special reward program for kids who read books over their summer vacations. Kids will receive 3 free carnival ride vouchers for every 2 books they read and write a book report for. Check out all the details at this link: http://www.lacountyfair.com/2010/entertainment/documents/21ReadtoRide10.pdf
September 17-22. Jamba Juice coupon – Get a free smoothie (or other menu drink) from Jamba Juice when you buy one smoothie. Expires Sept. 22, 2010. http://www.jambajuice.com/eb/bogo1/images/Jamba_BOGO_Copuon_Option2.jpg
September 17. 6-8 pm. FREE weekly jazz concerts at LACMA, no reservations required. LA Times Central Court. This week: Bob Mintzer Canyon Cove Trio. Saxophonist, bass clarinetist, composer, arranger, leader of a Grammy Award winning big band, member of the Yellowjackets, and educator, Bob Mintzer makes his LACMA debut with an all-star trio that includes Larry Goldings on organ and Peter Erskine on drums.
September 18. 11 a.m. The Cat in the Hat Kids Event at Borders (the Northridge store is participating, as well as other local stores). Celebrate a new PBS kids series! There will be stories, games, stickers and more! This is not a costume character event.
September 18. GraceFest AV. 12-9 p.m. (Gates open at 11:30 a.m.) Antelope Valley’s premiere music and message festival. Music groups include Big Daddy Weave, Barlow Girl, Aaron Shust and Dominic Bali. This outdoor event includes vendors, large kids area, prayer tent, special speakers, compassion ministries, concessionaires and more. Blankets, lawn chairs, beach umbrellas and coolers are permitted. Beach umbrellas okay until 5:30pm. Alcoholic beverages, smoking and pets are strictly prohibited. For info and tickets visit http://kidscharitiesoftheav.com/ or call 661.265-6069. Presale general seating is $15 ($20 at gate), youth (13 - 19) $5, kids 12 and under free. Palmdale Amphitheater, 2723 Rancho Vista Blvd., Palmdale, CA 93551.
September 18. 9:30-10:05 a.m. or 11-11:45 a.m. FREE Kids Rhythm Club Drum Circle. Drum Provided. No reservations needed. Event every Saturday morning at REMO Recreational Music Center, 7308 Coldwater Canyon, North Hollywood, 91605. (1/2 block North of Sherman Way). Journey and explore music making through rhythm, song, and fun activities. Recommended ages for kids: 2 to 12, but all ages are welcome. Parents must stay with children. (Thanks, Diane!)
September 19. 12-5 p.m. Thai Cultural Day. Free. Music, dance, dramatic performances, fruit and vegetable carving, a costume contest and children’s workshops. Barnsdall Park, 4800 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood.
September 19. 6 p.m. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA. These one-hour concerts are presented free to the public on Sundays in the Leo S. Bing Theater. This week: Latitude 41. Bernadene Blaha (piano), Livia Sohn (violin), and Luigi Piovano (cello) perform Schubert: Piano Trio No. 2 in E-flat major, D. 929, and Notturno, D. 897.
September 20 - 26. SpaFinder Deal Days. SpaFinder Deal Days lets you enjoy spa, wellness or beauty services for just $50 prices or 50% off at spas, yoga and Pilates studios, fitness centers and more across the U.S. http://www.spafinder.com/dealdays?
September 21. 9:30 a.m. Registration for fall classes at Winnetka Rec Center. There are free classes offered through L.A. Kids, including soccer and art. Classes begin October 4 and run for 8 weeks. 8401 Winnetka Ave., Winnetka, 91306. Parks offer great inexpensive and fun classes. If you’re interested, check a few near where you live, since each park varies in the cost, classes offered and schedule.
September 21. 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE. Toddler story time at Borders at the Northridge Mall. Theme this week is Dr. Seuss.
September 21. 6 p.m. FREE. Kids Club at The Commons at Calabasas. This week: Music with Tia. 4799 Commons Way, Calabasas.
September 22. 11 a.m. Kids Club at The Lakes in Thousand Oaks. This week: Marionettes with Franklin. 2200 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., T. Oaks, 91362.
Movies
Redbox has a new deal going on where you can get a promo code for a Free Rental after renting one! Rent 1 movie at Redbox during September, then enter the code found on the dvd at this site http://www.thanksabilliongiveaway.com/ After entering your code, you’ll receive a promo code valid for a free redbox movie rental! You have a week to use the promo code for your free movie. You are also entered in a contest to win other prizes, such as a trip to the People’s Choice Awards.
Half Price Movie Tickets
https://halfcostmovies.com/
See all the latest movies for 50% off what the theater charges. This site purchases tickets in bulk, so they are able to sell the tickets at a discount. The tickets are only available for theaters that allow online purchase of tickets, so the choices are somewhat limited, but the discount is worth the drive. We haven’t used this site yet, so if anyone does, let us know what you think!
Upcoming Events
September 24. 5-8 p.m. Free ice cream at Cold Stone Creamery with a donation to Make-A-Wish. You get a 3 oz. Make-A-Wish Creation (which is sweet cream ice cream mixed with brownie, sprinkles and carmel).
September 25. 12-6 p.m. FREE event. DEAFestival Los Angeles 2010. Woodley Park, 6350 Woodley Avenue, Lake Balboa. Free parking. This is a wonderful event that I’ve been able to attend in the past. There are activities for the kids, performances, food and drinks for purchase and just a lot of fun!
September 25. 4:30 p.m. FREE event. Feast of Tabernacles at Levitt Pavilion in Pasadena. 18 E. Holly St., Pasadena CA. Free food and entertainment. Get there early because the food tickets go fast.
October 1-3. LA Kids Consignment sale. This is a one-weekend only children's consignment sale where you can find 50,000+ gently-used and new kids items from cribs to toys to bikes and clothing for newborns through pre-teens.
October 7-9. Used book sale at Northridge Library. Get a bag of books for $2! Hours: Oct. 7, 4 to 7:30 p.m., Oct. 8 & 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 818-886-3640. 9051 Darby Avenue, Northridge, 91325.
October 9. Used book sale at Mid-Valley Regional Branch. This is a sale not to miss! Children’s books have all been 25 cents in the past! It’s held in a small room stuffed with books, so I try to go without my children if possible. 16244 Nordhoff St., North Hills, 91343. 818-895-3650.
Friday, September 10, 2010
Kristin’s Kickbacks List Week of 9-10
Local and Online Weekend Deals from Groupon
$20 for $40 Worth of Handmade Jewellery from Justine Brooks Design
http://www.groupon.com/calgary/
Highlights
* Western Living Designer of the Year Shortlist
* Handmade jewellery
* Metal and beaded pieces
The Fine Print
* Expires Dec 10, 2010
* Limit 2 per person, may buy 2 additional as gifts. Valid for online orders only. No cash back. Not valid with other offers.
* See the rules that apply to all deals.
$20 for $40 Worth of Gourmet Gift Baskets and More from igourmet.com
http://www.groupon.com/cincinnati/
Highlights
* Gourmet gift boxes & baskets
* Candy, coffee, fruit & cheeses
* 100% satisfaction guaranteed
The Fine Print
* Expires Mar 31, 2011
* Limit 1 per household. Limit 1 per order. Must use in 1 visit. Valid toward ground shipping. Redeem starting 9/15.
* See the rules that apply to all deals.
$14 for a One-Year Subscription (49 Issues) to the "New York Observer" ($29.50 Value)
http://www.groupon.com/deals/new-york-observer-1
Highlights
* Witty & informative tone
* Aimed at educated citizens
* Catch up on politics, culture
* Savvy news pieces
The Fine Print
* Expires Mar 13, 2011
* Limit 1 per person, may buy multiple as gifts. Valid for delivery to U.S. addresses only. Not valid with other offers.
* See the rules that apply to all deals.
$15 for $30 Worth of Dry Biscuit, Bread, and Brownie Mixes from Do You Bake?
http://www.groupon.com/deals/do-you-bake-philadelphia
Highlights
* Variety of baked-good mixes
* All-natural ingredients
* Made to order
* Shipped within 72 hours
The Fine Print
* Expires Mar 13, 2011
* Limit 1 per person, may buy multiple as gifts. Limit 1 per order. Shipping not included.
* See the rules that apply to all deals.
$35 for $70 Worth of Fine Japanese Cuisine and Drinks at Gonpachi in Beverly Hills
http://www.groupon.com/los-angeles/
Highlights
* Traditional robata-grilled dishes
* Hand-pounded soba noodles
* Locally sourced ingredients
* Fresh sushi daily, specialty rolls
* Free house sake
The Fine Print
* Expires Mar 13, 2011
* Limit 2 per person, may buy 2 additional as gifts. Limit 1 per table. Not valid for happy hour. Dine-in only. Tax and gratuity not included. Not valid with others offers.
* See the rules that apply to all deals.
Activities
September 4 - October 3. L.A. County Fair. There are all kinds of deals, including the following two for this weekend:
September 10-12. L.A. County Fair. $1 admission for active and retired military, reserves, police, fire and paramedics and $1 admission for 1 guest, i.d. required. Ages 5 and younger free every day. PARKING is $10 for general and $15 for preferred. Open on Labor Day, closed Mondays and Tuesdays for the rest of the fair dates.
September 10 and all subsequent Fridays. 12-6 p.m. L.A. County Fair. Ralphs Food Drive Fridays. Bring 5 cans of Ralphs brand food on Fridays to the fair and receive an admission ticket. The food is donated to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.
Do you have any children in kindergarten up through 8th grade? The Read to Ride Program is a special reward program for kids who read books over their summer vacations. Kids will receive 3 free carnival ride vouchers for every 2 books they read and write a book report for. Check out all the details at this link: http://www.lacountyfair.com/2010/entertainment/documents/21ReadtoRide10.pdf
September 10. 6-8 pm. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA, no reservations required. BP Grand Entrance. This week: LACMA and the Los Angeles Jazz Society proudly present the 2nd annual “L.A. Jazz Treasure Award” to jazz keyboard pioneer Les McCann. The evening features saxophonist Jovan Jackson and his band who have toured the world with McCann and recently featured on NPR’s “JazzSet.”
September 11. 10 a.m. June 12. 10 a.m. FREE Build and Grow Clinic at Lowes. Bring your child to Lowe's and they can build a pet leash hanger. The kids get goggles and an apron and a kit to build an item. They use hammers their size and get a patch afterward for completing the project.
September 11. 9:30-10:05 a.m. or 11-11:45 a.m. FREE Kids Rhythm Club Drum Circle. Drum Provided. No reservations needed. Event every Saturday morning at REMO Recreational Music Center, 7308 Coldwater Canyon, North Hollywood, 91605.
(1/2 block North of Sherman Way). Journey and explore music making through rhythm, song, and fun activities. Recommended ages for kids: 2 to 12, but all ages are welcome. Parents must stay with children. (Thanks, Diane!)
September 11 and 12. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 7th Annual Thousand Oaks Arts Festival will take place at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza and The Lakes. FREE admission and parking. This includes children's hands-on artistic and interactive art exhibits and Gourmet Food Trucks from 2-5 PM at The Lakes.
September 12. 2-3:30. Free Event. Musical Circus at The Americana at Brand. The Pasadena Symphony Association’s Musical Circus is a favorite for children 3-8 years of age. The Circus will begin with the instrument “petting zoo” where youngsters can toot flutes, blow trumpets, pluck violins and cellos and bang on percussion instruments. 889 Americana Way, Glendale.
September 12. 6 p.m. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA. These one-hour concerts are presented free to the public on Sundays in the Leo S. Bing Theater. This week: The Debussy Trio – Marcia Dickstein (harp), Angela Wiegand (flute), and David Walther (viola) perform works by Nicky Carligeanu, Don Davis, Paul Gibson, Sidney Hodkinson, David Lefkowitz, John Anthony Lennon, and Stephen Andrew Taylor.
September 13. 7 p.m. FREE interactive J.A.M. Sessions: Smba Escandalo. Feel as though you’re at Carnaval in Brazil as Samba Escandalo shakes things up. John Anson Ford Theatre, 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. East, L.A. Reservations recommended. Call the box office at 323-461-3673 to avoid handling fees. Parking is $1.
September 14. 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE. Toddler story time at Borders at the Northridge Mall. Theme this week is fairy tales and myths.
September 14. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free day at Autry National Center. (Museum across from L.A. Zoo).
September 14. 6 p.m. FREE. Kids Club at The Commons at Calabasas. A world record juggler will be there this week. 4799 Commons Way, Calabasas.
September 15. 11 a.m. Kids Club at The Lakes in Thousand Oaks. Wear old clothes and be ready to paint and create! 2200 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., T. Oaks, 91362.
Movies
Redbox has a new deal going on where you can get a promo code for a Free Rental after renting one! Rent 1 movie at Redbox during September, then enter the code found on the dvd at this site http://www.thanksabilliongiveaway.com/ After entering your code, you’ll receive a promo code valid for a free redbox movie rental! You have a week to use the promo code for your free movie. You are also entered in a contest to win other prizes, such as a trip to the People’s Choice Awards.
Half Price Movie Tickets
https://halfcostmovies.com/
See all the latest movies for 50% off what the theater charges. This site purchases tickets in bulk, so they are able to sell the tickets at a discount. The tickets are only available for theaters that allow online purchase of tickets, so the choices are somewhat limited, but the discount is worth the drive. We haven’t used this site yet, so if anyone does, let us know what you think!
Photo Deals
Picaboo has a deal going on right now. Get 40% off Classic Books with 40 pages or more. Use code: SEPT40. Deal expires 9-15. I used Picaboo to make an album and was very impressed! You download their software onto your computer and then you have easy access to all your photos to make your album. And if you “like” Picaboo on Facebook, you can receive facebook only promotions and discount codes.
Upcoming Events
September 18. GraceFest AV. 12-9 p.m. (Gates open at 11:30 a.m.) Antelope Valley’s premiere music and message festival. Music groups include Big Daddy Weave, Barlow Girl, Aaron Shust and Dominic Bali. This outdoor event includes vendors, large kids area, prayer tent, special speakers, compassion ministries, concessionaires and more. Blankets, lawn chairs, beach umbrellas and coolers are permitted. Beach umbrellas okay until 5:30pm. Alcoholic beverages, smoking and pets are strictly prohibited. For info and tickets visit http://kidscharitiesoftheav.com/ or call 661.265-6069. Presale general seating is $15 ($20 at gate), youth (13 - 19) $5, kids 12 and under free. Palmdale Amphitheater, 2723 Rancho Vista Blvd., Palmdale, CA 93551.
September 20 - 26. SpaFinder Deal Days. Book early for SpaFinder Deal Days. SpaFinder Deal Days lets you enjoy spa, wellness or beauty services for just $50 prices or 50% off at spas, yoga and Pilates studios, fitness centers and more across the U.S. http://www.spafinder.com/dealdays?
September 25. 4:30 p.m. FREE event. Feast of Tabernacles at Levitt Pavilion in Pasadena. 85 E. Holly St., Pasadena CA. Free food and entertainment. Get there early because the food tickets go fast.
September 25. 12-6 p.m. FREE event. DEAFestival Los Angeles 2010. Woodley Park, 6350 Woodley Avenue, Lake Balboa. Free parking. This is a wonderful event that I’ve been able to attend in the past. There are activities for the kids, performances, food and drinks and just a lot of fun!
September 25 is museum day! You can request a ticket for free admission for two people by going to this link. http://microsite.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/admission.html?2010
October 1-3. LA Kids Consignment sale. (San Fernando Valley) This is a one-weekend only children's consignment sale where you can find 50,000+ gently-used and new kids items from cribs to toys to bikes and clothing for newborns through pre-teens. 157 W. Providencia Ave., Burbank, CA 91502
October 22-24. LA Consignment sale. (Santa Clarita) LA Kids Consignment is the largest kids consignment sale in Los Angeles, Santa Clarita and coming soon to Pasadena! We are proud to bring you a fantastic way to buy and sell high quality, new and gently-used children’s items - anything kid related from infancy through pre-teens! When shopping at our sales you'll find only the best kids items - we only accept items in good, working condition that are CLEAN!!! Everything is highly-organized and easy to find!!! 24901 Avenue Stanford, Valencia, CA 91355
$20 for $40 Worth of Handmade Jewellery from Justine Brooks Design
http://www.groupon.com/calgary/
Highlights
* Western Living Designer of the Year Shortlist
* Handmade jewellery
* Metal and beaded pieces
The Fine Print
* Expires Dec 10, 2010
* Limit 2 per person, may buy 2 additional as gifts. Valid for online orders only. No cash back. Not valid with other offers.
* See the rules that apply to all deals.
$20 for $40 Worth of Gourmet Gift Baskets and More from igourmet.com
http://www.groupon.com/cincinnati/
Highlights
* Gourmet gift boxes & baskets
* Candy, coffee, fruit & cheeses
* 100% satisfaction guaranteed
The Fine Print
* Expires Mar 31, 2011
* Limit 1 per household. Limit 1 per order. Must use in 1 visit. Valid toward ground shipping. Redeem starting 9/15.
* See the rules that apply to all deals.
$14 for a One-Year Subscription (49 Issues) to the "New York Observer" ($29.50 Value)
http://www.groupon.com/deals/new-york-observer-1
Highlights
* Witty & informative tone
* Aimed at educated citizens
* Catch up on politics, culture
* Savvy news pieces
The Fine Print
* Expires Mar 13, 2011
* Limit 1 per person, may buy multiple as gifts. Valid for delivery to U.S. addresses only. Not valid with other offers.
* See the rules that apply to all deals.
$15 for $30 Worth of Dry Biscuit, Bread, and Brownie Mixes from Do You Bake?
http://www.groupon.com/deals/do-you-bake-philadelphia
Highlights
* Variety of baked-good mixes
* All-natural ingredients
* Made to order
* Shipped within 72 hours
The Fine Print
* Expires Mar 13, 2011
* Limit 1 per person, may buy multiple as gifts. Limit 1 per order. Shipping not included.
* See the rules that apply to all deals.
$35 for $70 Worth of Fine Japanese Cuisine and Drinks at Gonpachi in Beverly Hills
http://www.groupon.com/los-angeles/
Highlights
* Traditional robata-grilled dishes
* Hand-pounded soba noodles
* Locally sourced ingredients
* Fresh sushi daily, specialty rolls
* Free house sake
The Fine Print
* Expires Mar 13, 2011
* Limit 2 per person, may buy 2 additional as gifts. Limit 1 per table. Not valid for happy hour. Dine-in only. Tax and gratuity not included. Not valid with others offers.
* See the rules that apply to all deals.
Activities
September 4 - October 3. L.A. County Fair. There are all kinds of deals, including the following two for this weekend:
September 10-12. L.A. County Fair. $1 admission for active and retired military, reserves, police, fire and paramedics and $1 admission for 1 guest, i.d. required. Ages 5 and younger free every day. PARKING is $10 for general and $15 for preferred. Open on Labor Day, closed Mondays and Tuesdays for the rest of the fair dates.
September 10 and all subsequent Fridays. 12-6 p.m. L.A. County Fair. Ralphs Food Drive Fridays. Bring 5 cans of Ralphs brand food on Fridays to the fair and receive an admission ticket. The food is donated to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.
Do you have any children in kindergarten up through 8th grade? The Read to Ride Program is a special reward program for kids who read books over their summer vacations. Kids will receive 3 free carnival ride vouchers for every 2 books they read and write a book report for. Check out all the details at this link: http://www.lacountyfair.com/2010/entertainment/documents/21ReadtoRide10.pdf
September 10. 6-8 pm. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA, no reservations required. BP Grand Entrance. This week: LACMA and the Los Angeles Jazz Society proudly present the 2nd annual “L.A. Jazz Treasure Award” to jazz keyboard pioneer Les McCann. The evening features saxophonist Jovan Jackson and his band who have toured the world with McCann and recently featured on NPR’s “JazzSet.”
September 11. 10 a.m. June 12. 10 a.m. FREE Build and Grow Clinic at Lowes. Bring your child to Lowe's and they can build a pet leash hanger. The kids get goggles and an apron and a kit to build an item. They use hammers their size and get a patch afterward for completing the project.
September 11. 9:30-10:05 a.m. or 11-11:45 a.m. FREE Kids Rhythm Club Drum Circle. Drum Provided. No reservations needed. Event every Saturday morning at REMO Recreational Music Center, 7308 Coldwater Canyon, North Hollywood, 91605.
(1/2 block North of Sherman Way). Journey and explore music making through rhythm, song, and fun activities. Recommended ages for kids: 2 to 12, but all ages are welcome. Parents must stay with children. (Thanks, Diane!)
September 11 and 12. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 7th Annual Thousand Oaks Arts Festival will take place at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza and The Lakes. FREE admission and parking. This includes children's hands-on artistic and interactive art exhibits and Gourmet Food Trucks from 2-5 PM at The Lakes.
September 12. 2-3:30. Free Event. Musical Circus at The Americana at Brand. The Pasadena Symphony Association’s Musical Circus is a favorite for children 3-8 years of age. The Circus will begin with the instrument “petting zoo” where youngsters can toot flutes, blow trumpets, pluck violins and cellos and bang on percussion instruments. 889 Americana Way, Glendale.
September 12. 6 p.m. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA. These one-hour concerts are presented free to the public on Sundays in the Leo S. Bing Theater. This week: The Debussy Trio – Marcia Dickstein (harp), Angela Wiegand (flute), and David Walther (viola) perform works by Nicky Carligeanu, Don Davis, Paul Gibson, Sidney Hodkinson, David Lefkowitz, John Anthony Lennon, and Stephen Andrew Taylor.
September 13. 7 p.m. FREE interactive J.A.M. Sessions: Smba Escandalo. Feel as though you’re at Carnaval in Brazil as Samba Escandalo shakes things up. John Anson Ford Theatre, 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. East, L.A. Reservations recommended. Call the box office at 323-461-3673 to avoid handling fees. Parking is $1.
September 14. 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE. Toddler story time at Borders at the Northridge Mall. Theme this week is fairy tales and myths.
September 14. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free day at Autry National Center. (Museum across from L.A. Zoo).
September 14. 6 p.m. FREE. Kids Club at The Commons at Calabasas. A world record juggler will be there this week. 4799 Commons Way, Calabasas.
September 15. 11 a.m. Kids Club at The Lakes in Thousand Oaks. Wear old clothes and be ready to paint and create! 2200 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., T. Oaks, 91362.
Movies
Redbox has a new deal going on where you can get a promo code for a Free Rental after renting one! Rent 1 movie at Redbox during September, then enter the code found on the dvd at this site http://www.thanksabilliongiveaway.com/ After entering your code, you’ll receive a promo code valid for a free redbox movie rental! You have a week to use the promo code for your free movie. You are also entered in a contest to win other prizes, such as a trip to the People’s Choice Awards.
Half Price Movie Tickets
https://halfcostmovies.com/
See all the latest movies for 50% off what the theater charges. This site purchases tickets in bulk, so they are able to sell the tickets at a discount. The tickets are only available for theaters that allow online purchase of tickets, so the choices are somewhat limited, but the discount is worth the drive. We haven’t used this site yet, so if anyone does, let us know what you think!
Photo Deals
Picaboo has a deal going on right now. Get 40% off Classic Books with 40 pages or more. Use code: SEPT40. Deal expires 9-15. I used Picaboo to make an album and was very impressed! You download their software onto your computer and then you have easy access to all your photos to make your album. And if you “like” Picaboo on Facebook, you can receive facebook only promotions and discount codes.
Upcoming Events
September 18. GraceFest AV. 12-9 p.m. (Gates open at 11:30 a.m.) Antelope Valley’s premiere music and message festival. Music groups include Big Daddy Weave, Barlow Girl, Aaron Shust and Dominic Bali. This outdoor event includes vendors, large kids area, prayer tent, special speakers, compassion ministries, concessionaires and more. Blankets, lawn chairs, beach umbrellas and coolers are permitted. Beach umbrellas okay until 5:30pm. Alcoholic beverages, smoking and pets are strictly prohibited. For info and tickets visit http://kidscharitiesoftheav.com/ or call 661.265-6069. Presale general seating is $15 ($20 at gate), youth (13 - 19) $5, kids 12 and under free. Palmdale Amphitheater, 2723 Rancho Vista Blvd., Palmdale, CA 93551.
September 20 - 26. SpaFinder Deal Days. Book early for SpaFinder Deal Days. SpaFinder Deal Days lets you enjoy spa, wellness or beauty services for just $50 prices or 50% off at spas, yoga and Pilates studios, fitness centers and more across the U.S. http://www.spafinder.com/dealdays?
September 25. 4:30 p.m. FREE event. Feast of Tabernacles at Levitt Pavilion in Pasadena. 85 E. Holly St., Pasadena CA. Free food and entertainment. Get there early because the food tickets go fast.
September 25. 12-6 p.m. FREE event. DEAFestival Los Angeles 2010. Woodley Park, 6350 Woodley Avenue, Lake Balboa. Free parking. This is a wonderful event that I’ve been able to attend in the past. There are activities for the kids, performances, food and drinks and just a lot of fun!
September 25 is museum day! You can request a ticket for free admission for two people by going to this link. http://microsite.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/admission.html?2010
October 1-3. LA Kids Consignment sale. (San Fernando Valley) This is a one-weekend only children's consignment sale where you can find 50,000+ gently-used and new kids items from cribs to toys to bikes and clothing for newborns through pre-teens. 157 W. Providencia Ave., Burbank, CA 91502
October 22-24. LA Consignment sale. (Santa Clarita) LA Kids Consignment is the largest kids consignment sale in Los Angeles, Santa Clarita and coming soon to Pasadena! We are proud to bring you a fantastic way to buy and sell high quality, new and gently-used children’s items - anything kid related from infancy through pre-teens! When shopping at our sales you'll find only the best kids items - we only accept items in good, working condition that are CLEAN!!! Everything is highly-organized and easy to find!!! 24901 Avenue Stanford, Valencia, CA 91355
Friday, September 3, 2010
Kristin’s Kickbacks List Week of 9-3
Activities
September 3-6. The Disney Store is offering FREE Shipping on your Entire Order with Promo Code: FREESHIP. There are many items on sale right now too. Thanks to http://www.commonsensewithmoney.com/ for the deal.
September 3. 6-8 pm. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA, no reservations required. BP Grand Entrance. This week: Kamasi Washington and the Next Step. Bandleader and saxophonist Kamasi Washington is one of the exciting young players on the jazz scene today. The award-winning saxophonist is also a member of such leading groups as the Gerald Wilson Big Band and Luckman Jazz Orchestra, and has performed with artists ranging from Billy Higgins and Wayne Shorter to Snoop Dog, Mos Def, and Raphael Saadiq. Washington has performed at such festivals as the Playboy Jazz Festival, Detroit Jazz Festival and Radio Music Awards.
September 4. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Home Depot's FREE Kids Workshop to make a football display. The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.
September 4. 9:30-10:05 a.m. or 11-11:45 a.m. FREE Kids Rhythm Club Drum Circle. Drum Provided. No reservations needed. Event every Saturday morning at REMO Recreational Music Center, 7308 Coldwater Canyon, North Hollywood, 91605.
(1/2 block North of Sherman Way). Journey and explore music making through rhythm, song, and fun activities. Recommended ages for kids: 2 to 12, but all ages are welcome.
Parents must stay with children. (Thanks, Diane!)
September 4. 5-7 p.m. FREE weekly concerts at Dorothy Collins Brown Amphitheater at LACMA, in Hancock Park north of the museum. This week: Violinist Susie Hansen and her nine-piece band perform high-energy Afro-Cuban Latin jazz, music that brings audiences to their feet and has them dancing in the aisles.
September 4 - October 3. L.A. County Fair. There are all kinds of deals, including the following during the opening weekend. Opening Weekend $1 Specials – Labor Day weekend, Saturday, Sept. 4 – Monday, Sept. 6. Admission –$1, 10 a.m. – 1. p.m., regular admission rates apply after 1 p.m. Ages 5 and younger free every day. PARKING is $10 for general and $15 for preferred. Open on Labor Day, closed Mondays and Tuesdays for the rest of the fair dates.
Do you have any children in kindergarten up through 8th grade? The Read to Ride Program is a special reward program for kids who read books over their summer vacations. Kids will receive 3 free carnival ride vouchers for every 2 books they read and write a book report for. Check out all the details at this link: http://www.lacountyfair.com/2010/entertainment/documents/21ReadtoRide10.pdf
September 5. 6 p.m. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA. These one-hour concerts are presented free to the public on Sundays in the Leo S. Bing Theater. This week: Endre Balogh (violin), Steven Gordon (viola), Dennis Karmazyn (cello), and Genevieve Feiwen Lee (piano) perform Beethoven: String Trio in C minor, Opus 9, No. 3, and Brahms: Piano Trio in C major, Opus 87.
September 6. 12-8 p.m. Free admission all day to LACMA.
September 6. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Boddy's Big Backyard Festival at Descanso Gardens. Inspired by the legendary parties that E. Manchester Boddy hosted in the '30s and '40s, Descanso celebrates Labor Day with music, food and flora. Enjoy a morning walk through the California Natives Garden at 10 a.m., then gather the kids for a special reading of "Teddy Bears' Picnic" at 12:30 p.m. Kick out the jams with the Mobile Homeboys from 1 to 3p.m., and either bring a picnic or purchase a BBQ lunch from Patina's gourmet chuck wagon from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. All activities are free with admission. General $ 8. Senior/Students $ 6. Children (5 to 12 years) $3. Members and children under 5 free.
September 7. 5 p.m. Join in the FREE LEGO® Store Monthly Mini Model Build!
Visit your local LEGO Store on the first Tuesday of every month and you can learn how to build a cool mini model, and take it home – for free! Quantities are limited and offer is good while supplies last only. This week build a LEGO Boy with Backpack. One free per child. Event is open to children ages 6 to 14 only. See store for more details. Glendale Galleria has a LEGO store.
September 7. Free day for La Brea Tar Pits and the Natural History Museum.
September 7. 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE. Toddler story time at Borders at the Northridge Mall. Theme this week is dinosaurs.
September 7. 6 p.m. FREE. Kids’ Club at The Commons at Calabasas. HAND-PUPPET THEATER. 4799 Commons Way, Calabasas.
September 8. 11 a.m. Kids Club at The Lakes in Thousand Oaks. OBEDIAH'S REALLY BIG SHOW. His show includes juggling, music, a little magic, and a ton of laughs! 2200 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., T. Oaks, 91362.
Movies
Toy Story 3 is now playing at the discount theatres in Pasadena and Simi Valley if you haven’t seen it or want to see it again.
Simi Valley 10 Cinemas
http://www.simivalley10.com/
Matinee: $3.00 Evening: $3.75
Box Office: (805)526-4329
1457 Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley CA, 93065
Academy Cinemas - Pasadena
1003 E. Colorado Blvd
At Colorado & Catalina
Pasadena, CA. 91106
626-229-9400
http://www.regencymovies.com/main.php?theaterId=8
Matinee Admission $2.00 Films starting at and before 6pm
Evening Admission $3.00 Films starting after 6pm
Wednesday Night Special! Movies starting at 6 PM and later are a great deal for you and a buddy! You and a companion get 2 admissions, 2 popcorns and 2 sodas for only $10!
Photo Deals
Frugal Girls list photo deals out right now. Here’s the link: http://thefrugalgirls.com/hot-photo-deals
Restaurant Deals
September 4-6. IKEA. Kids age 11 and under eat free and no adult purchase is necessary. It’s a good idea to call ahead to your local store to make sure they’re participating.
Maggiano’s Little Italy now has a new option on their menu. For $12.95, you get a pasta dish to eat and another one to take home. Add a dessert for just $2 with the coupon available at the following address through 9/3/2010.
http://maggianos.fbmta.com/members/ViewMailing.aspx?MailingID=36507231545&storecode=165 You can also sign up online to receive $10 off your next meal, and discounts on your birthday, anniversary, and occasionally throughout the year. http://www.maggianos.com/
Here’s a deal at Wendy’s. Each store got 1,000 keychain cards to sell for a $1 each. Purchase the keychain and get a Junior Frosty (the small kids size) for free. On each returning visit to Wendy's present the card and you'll get a free Junior Frosty (when you purchase something). You can use it as many times as you would like through December. Limit one free Frosty per transaction.
Upcoming Events
September 11 and 12. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 7th Annual Thousand Oaks Arts Festival will take place at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza and The Lakes. FREE admission and parking.
September 20 - 26th. SpaFinder Deal Days. Book early for SpaFinder Deal Days. SpaFinder Deal Days lets you enjoy spa, wellness or beauty services for just $50 prices or 50% off at spas, yoga and Pilates studios, fitness centers and more across the U.S. http://www.spafinder.com/dealdays?
September 25th is museum day! You can request a ticket for free admission for two people by going to this link. http://microsite.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/admission.html?2010
September 3-6. The Disney Store is offering FREE Shipping on your Entire Order with Promo Code: FREESHIP. There are many items on sale right now too. Thanks to http://www.commonsensewithmoney.com/ for the deal.
September 3. 6-8 pm. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA, no reservations required. BP Grand Entrance. This week: Kamasi Washington and the Next Step. Bandleader and saxophonist Kamasi Washington is one of the exciting young players on the jazz scene today. The award-winning saxophonist is also a member of such leading groups as the Gerald Wilson Big Band and Luckman Jazz Orchestra, and has performed with artists ranging from Billy Higgins and Wayne Shorter to Snoop Dog, Mos Def, and Raphael Saadiq. Washington has performed at such festivals as the Playboy Jazz Festival, Detroit Jazz Festival and Radio Music Awards.
September 4. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Home Depot's FREE Kids Workshop to make a football display. The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.
September 4. 9:30-10:05 a.m. or 11-11:45 a.m. FREE Kids Rhythm Club Drum Circle. Drum Provided. No reservations needed. Event every Saturday morning at REMO Recreational Music Center, 7308 Coldwater Canyon, North Hollywood, 91605.
(1/2 block North of Sherman Way). Journey and explore music making through rhythm, song, and fun activities. Recommended ages for kids: 2 to 12, but all ages are welcome.
Parents must stay with children. (Thanks, Diane!)
September 4. 5-7 p.m. FREE weekly concerts at Dorothy Collins Brown Amphitheater at LACMA, in Hancock Park north of the museum. This week: Violinist Susie Hansen and her nine-piece band perform high-energy Afro-Cuban Latin jazz, music that brings audiences to their feet and has them dancing in the aisles.
September 4 - October 3. L.A. County Fair. There are all kinds of deals, including the following during the opening weekend. Opening Weekend $1 Specials – Labor Day weekend, Saturday, Sept. 4 – Monday, Sept. 6. Admission –$1, 10 a.m. – 1. p.m., regular admission rates apply after 1 p.m. Ages 5 and younger free every day. PARKING is $10 for general and $15 for preferred. Open on Labor Day, closed Mondays and Tuesdays for the rest of the fair dates.
Do you have any children in kindergarten up through 8th grade? The Read to Ride Program is a special reward program for kids who read books over their summer vacations. Kids will receive 3 free carnival ride vouchers for every 2 books they read and write a book report for. Check out all the details at this link: http://www.lacountyfair.com/2010/entertainment/documents/21ReadtoRide10.pdf
September 5. 6 p.m. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA. These one-hour concerts are presented free to the public on Sundays in the Leo S. Bing Theater. This week: Endre Balogh (violin), Steven Gordon (viola), Dennis Karmazyn (cello), and Genevieve Feiwen Lee (piano) perform Beethoven: String Trio in C minor, Opus 9, No. 3, and Brahms: Piano Trio in C major, Opus 87.
September 6. 12-8 p.m. Free admission all day to LACMA.
September 6. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Boddy's Big Backyard Festival at Descanso Gardens. Inspired by the legendary parties that E. Manchester Boddy hosted in the '30s and '40s, Descanso celebrates Labor Day with music, food and flora. Enjoy a morning walk through the California Natives Garden at 10 a.m., then gather the kids for a special reading of "Teddy Bears' Picnic" at 12:30 p.m. Kick out the jams with the Mobile Homeboys from 1 to 3p.m., and either bring a picnic or purchase a BBQ lunch from Patina's gourmet chuck wagon from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. All activities are free with admission. General $ 8. Senior/Students $ 6. Children (5 to 12 years) $3. Members and children under 5 free.
September 7. 5 p.m. Join in the FREE LEGO® Store Monthly Mini Model Build!
Visit your local LEGO Store on the first Tuesday of every month and you can learn how to build a cool mini model, and take it home – for free! Quantities are limited and offer is good while supplies last only. This week build a LEGO Boy with Backpack. One free per child. Event is open to children ages 6 to 14 only. See store for more details. Glendale Galleria has a LEGO store.
September 7. Free day for La Brea Tar Pits and the Natural History Museum.
September 7. 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE. Toddler story time at Borders at the Northridge Mall. Theme this week is dinosaurs.
September 7. 6 p.m. FREE. Kids’ Club at The Commons at Calabasas. HAND-PUPPET THEATER. 4799 Commons Way, Calabasas.
September 8. 11 a.m. Kids Club at The Lakes in Thousand Oaks. OBEDIAH'S REALLY BIG SHOW. His show includes juggling, music, a little magic, and a ton of laughs! 2200 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., T. Oaks, 91362.
Movies
Toy Story 3 is now playing at the discount theatres in Pasadena and Simi Valley if you haven’t seen it or want to see it again.
Simi Valley 10 Cinemas
http://www.simivalley10.com/
Matinee: $3.00 Evening: $3.75
Box Office: (805)526-4329
1457 Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley CA, 93065
Academy Cinemas - Pasadena
1003 E. Colorado Blvd
At Colorado & Catalina
Pasadena, CA. 91106
626-229-9400
http://www.regencymovies.com/main.php?theaterId=8
Matinee Admission $2.00 Films starting at and before 6pm
Evening Admission $3.00 Films starting after 6pm
Wednesday Night Special! Movies starting at 6 PM and later are a great deal for you and a buddy! You and a companion get 2 admissions, 2 popcorns and 2 sodas for only $10!
Photo Deals
Frugal Girls list photo deals out right now. Here’s the link: http://thefrugalgirls.com/hot-photo-deals
Restaurant Deals
September 4-6. IKEA. Kids age 11 and under eat free and no adult purchase is necessary. It’s a good idea to call ahead to your local store to make sure they’re participating.
Maggiano’s Little Italy now has a new option on their menu. For $12.95, you get a pasta dish to eat and another one to take home. Add a dessert for just $2 with the coupon available at the following address through 9/3/2010.
http://maggianos.fbmta.com/members/ViewMailing.aspx?MailingID=36507231545&storecode=165 You can also sign up online to receive $10 off your next meal, and discounts on your birthday, anniversary, and occasionally throughout the year. http://www.maggianos.com/
Here’s a deal at Wendy’s. Each store got 1,000 keychain cards to sell for a $1 each. Purchase the keychain and get a Junior Frosty (the small kids size) for free. On each returning visit to Wendy's present the card and you'll get a free Junior Frosty (when you purchase something). You can use it as many times as you would like through December. Limit one free Frosty per transaction.
Upcoming Events
September 11 and 12. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 7th Annual Thousand Oaks Arts Festival will take place at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza and The Lakes. FREE admission and parking.
September 20 - 26th. SpaFinder Deal Days. Book early for SpaFinder Deal Days. SpaFinder Deal Days lets you enjoy spa, wellness or beauty services for just $50 prices or 50% off at spas, yoga and Pilates studios, fitness centers and more across the U.S. http://www.spafinder.com/dealdays?
September 25th is museum day! You can request a ticket for free admission for two people by going to this link. http://microsite.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/admission.html?2010
Friday, August 27, 2010
Kristin’s Kickbacks List Week of 8-27
August 26-29. Old Navy, Banana Republic, and The Gap Give & Get Sale! Take an extra 30% off your entire purchase with this coupon!! Enjoy 30% off and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society gets 5% of what you spend. Valid in-store only.
August 27. 6 pm. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA, no reservations required. BP Grand Entrance. This week: Mon David.
August 27. 7-9:30 p.m. This is the last week of the Keyes Lexus of Valencia has Jazz and Blues concert series. This week: Michael John & the Bottom Line. Food & Beverages for sale (No outside food or beverages; no pets allowed.) Activities for the kids. Downtown Valencia in the street on Town Center Drive at McBean Parkway in Santa Clarita. www.valenciajazzandblues.com (Thanks, Kristi!)
August 28. 10 a.m. FREE Build and Grow Clinic at Lowes. Bring your child to Lowe's and they can build a school bus! The kids get goggles, an apron and a kit to build an item. They use hammers their size and get a patch afterward for completing the project.
August 28. 9:30-10:05 a.m. or 11-11:45 a.m. FREE Kids Rhythm Club Drum Circle. Drum Provided. No reservations needed. Event every Saturday morning at REMO Recreational Music Center, 7308 Coldwater Canyon, North Hollywood, 91605.
(1/2 block North of Sherman Way). Journey and explore music making through rhythm, song, and fun activities. Recommended ages for kids: 2 to 12, but all ages are welcome.
Parents must stay with children. (Thanks, Diane!)
August 28. 10 a.m. Big!World!Fun! Family Series at the Ford Theatre. This week features LA Opera. No experience with opera is necessary to enjoy Sing Out Loud! Artists from LA Opera offer interactive performances of opera’s greatest hits plus music from the theatre.PRE-SHOW ACTIVITIES START @ 9AM – arrive early to make opera glasses with the Autry! 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. East, L.A. One hour-long music, dance and theatre aimed for children ages 4 to 10 and families. Children free, adults $5. Parking $1. Reservations required. To avoid handling fees, call the box office at 323-461-3673. This is outdoors and it’s okay to bring food.
August 28. 7-10 p.m. Last week at Warner Park: Movies on the Green. Movie begins about ½ hour after sunset. This week’s movie is: Star Trek (PG-13). Outdoor family movies are presented on Saturday evenings through August 28th and are projected on a 30’ screen with digital projection and 7.1 surround sound. 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Woodland Hills.
August 28. 6-8 p.m. Last of the free weekly summer concerts at Simi Valley Town Center. This week: August 28th: Grand Final Disco Night and Costume Contest! 1555 Simi Town Center Way, Simi Valley, 93065. (805) 581-1430.
August 28. 5-7 p.m. FREE weekly concerts at Dorothy Collins Brown Amphitheater at LACMA, in Hancock Park north of the museum. This week: Oscar Hernandez and the LA/NY Connection. Oscar Hernández is known as one of the most gifted pianist/arrangers on the contemporary Latin scene.
August 29. 6 p.m. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA. These one-hour concerts are presented free to the public on Sundays in the Leo S. Bing Theater. This week: Pianist Maria Demina and violinist Mitchell Newman perform Chopin: Fantasy in F minor, Opus 49, and Respighi: Violin Sonata in B minor.
August 29. 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Last of the FREE weekly concerts in the park. Warner Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd. This week: The Monkees lead singer Micky Dolenz.
August 29. 7 p.m. FREE. Levitt Pavilion. Rhythmic Circus Presents: Feet Don't Fail Me Now--An innovative jazz production that features urban tap dance. 85 E. Holly St., Pasadena.
August 31. 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE. Toddler story time at Borders at the Northridge Mall. Theme this week is getting ready for school.
August 31. 6 p.m. FREE. Kids’ Club at The Commons at Calabasas. Stoil Stoilov mixes magic and comedy. 4799 Commons Way, Calabasas.
September 1. 9 a.m. Get tickets for Huntington Gardens free day in October. Call 800-838-3006 or go online at www.huntington.org.
September 2. 10:30 a.m. The Oaks in Thousand Oaks. Enjoy music for children from award-winning Tia Cohen. 350 W. Hillcrest Dr., Thousand Oaks.
Movies
$4 Movie Ticket on Fandango.com (up to $12 value)
http://www.groupon.com/deals/fandango-email?/r/uu1117423
Highlights
· Convenient online redemption
· More than 16,000 screens nationwide
· Everyone likes movies
The Fine Print
· Expires Feb 28, 2011
· Limit 1 per person. Must register Fandango account. Valid for 1 ticket worth up to $12. Not valid for IMAX or 3D movies. Not for resale. No cash back.
· See the rules that apply to all deals.
Toy Story 3 is now playing at the discount theatres in Pasadena and Simi Valley if you haven’t seen it or want to see it again.
Simi Valley 10 Cinemas
http://www.simivalley10.com/
Matinee: $3.00 Evening: $3.75
Box Office: (805)526-4329
1457 Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley CA, 93065
Academy Cinemas - Pasadena
1003 E. Colorado Blvd
At Colorado & Catalina
Pasadena, CA. 91106
626-229-9400
http://www.regencymovies.com/main.php?theaterId=8
Matinee Admission $2.00 Films starting at and before 6pm
Evening Admission $3.00 Films starting after 6pm
Wednesday Night Special! Movies starting at 6 PM and later are a great deal for you and a buddy! You and a companion get 2 admissions, 2 popcorns and 2 sodas for only $10!
Back-to-School Deals
There are a lot of back to school sales for school supplies right now. Check out this link Janet sent me for a great chart of sales at various stores. http://www.saveathomemommy.com/2010/08/school-supply-deals-822-28/
Photo Deals
Free 8x8 Photo Book from Shutterfly.com
Get a free 8x8 photo book with hard cover (offer valid for one-time redemption per member). Just choose some of your favorite summer pictures and make your photo book.
· Get a free photo book using code 8PBA91
· Offer ends September 1, 2010
· You'll love it. We promise. If not, we offer 100% Satisfaction Guarantee!
· New photo book layouts help tell your story
· Printed on the highest quality paper.
· Free shipping on orders of $30 or more using code SHIP30
http://www.shutterfly.com/photo-books?PH=1&cid=FOC_082610
Picaboo is offering a FREE classic photo book during August. Just design your own photo book at Picaboo. Get it FREE with code FREEBK until 8/31. To design your book you will need to download Picaboo’s free software Make sure to design a large Classic, Classic Leather, or Classic Custom book by August 31. The total cost of your book (up to 20 pages) will be deducted from your order total. This is a $39 value and you just pay the shipping of $8.99. This offer is available to new Picaboo members only. The website is www.picaboo.com
Here’s another photo deal. Through 9/1, you can order 3 Free 5×7 Folded Photo Cards from Shutterfly (just pay shipping, just over $1). www.shutterfly.com I took advantage of this deal earlier in the year and made great Father’s Day cards for my hubby and dad. At checkout, enter code: SUMMERCARDS. Here’s how to order the cards:
· Create or Login to your account.
· Click on ‘Cards & Stationery’, then ‘5×7 Folded Greeting Cards’, then select other card style and upload photos
· Order
· Select ‘Send them Back to Me’ to avoid postage costs
· Change Quantity to total 3 cards, then ‘Add to Cart’
· {or you can order 1 each of 3 different styles!}
· When you’re in your shopping cart, click on the blue words at the top “Enter promo code”
· Enter & apply code: SUMMERCARDS
Frugal Girls list other photo deals out right now. Here’s the link: http://thefrugalgirls.com/hot-photo-deals
Restaurant Deals
Maggiano’s Little Italy now has a new option on their menu. For $12.95, you get a pasta dish to eat and another one to take home. Add a dessert for just $2 with the coupon available at the following address through 9/3/2010.
http://maggianos.fbmta.com/members/ViewMailing.aspx?MailingID=36507231545&storecode=165 You can also sign up online to receive $10 off your next meal, and discounts on your birthday, anniversary, and occasionally throughout the year. http://www.maggianos.com/
Here’s a deal at Wendy’s. Each store got 1,000 keychain cards to sell for a $1 each. Purchase the keychain and get a Junior Frosty (the small kids size) for free. On each returning visit to Wendy's present the card and you'll get a free Junior Frosty (when you purchase something). You can use it as many times as you would like through December. Limit one free Frosty per transaction.
Every day in August, from 4-10 p.m., kids eat free at IHOP. Buy an adult entrée, get a kids’ meal free.
Ongoing Deals
My friend Randi recommends the Carousel at the Santa Monica Pier. It’s $2 for adults, $1 for kids (I think) and is open everyday except Tuesdays. (310) 394-8042. Make a day of it and check out the Annenberg Community Beach House. It’s Santa Monica’s only public beach house, offering a pool and beach access. It’s normally $7 but go this Monday, August 30, and it’s only $1 per person! Passes go on sale at 9:30 a.m., pool entry is at 10 a.m. All members of your group must be present to buy tickets. Hours vary; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. on Mondays. NOTE: The pool is 4' to 8' deep. Due to the depth of this pool, children under 8 years old and 4' tall must be accompanied by an adult in the water at all times. Children under 12 years must be accompanied and supervised by an adult in the pool area. Children requiring use of a diaper must wear a swim diaper in the pool. It looks like a beautiful place!
Upcoming Events
L.A. County Fair is coming Sept 4 - Oct 3, 2010. There are all kinds of deals, including the following during the opening weekend.
Opening Weekend $1 Specials – Labor Day weekend, Saturday, Sept. 4 – Monday, Sept. 6
Admission –$1, 10 a.m. – 1. p.m., regular admission rates apply after 1 p.m. Ages 5 and younger free every day. PARKING is $10 for general and $15 for preferred. Open on Labor Day, closed Mondays and Tuesdays for the rest of the fair dates.
Do you have any children in kindergarten up through 8th grade? The Read to Ride Program is a special reward program for kids who read books over their summer vacations. Kids will receive 3 free carnival ride vouchers for every 2 books they read and write a book report for. Check out all the details at this link: http://www.lacountyfair.com/2010/entertainment/documents/21ReadtoRide10.pdf
September 6. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Boddy's Big Backyard Festival at Descanso Gardens. Inspired by the legendary parties that E. Manchester Boddy hosted in the '30s and '40s, Descanso celebrates Labor Day with music, food and flora. Enjoy a morning walk through the California Natives Garden at 10 a.m., then gather the kids for a special reading of "Teddy Bears' Picnic" at 12:30 p.m. Kick out the jams with the Mobile Homeboys from 1 to 3p.m., and either bring a picnic or purchase a BBQ lunch from Patina's gourmet chuck wagon from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. All activities are free with admission. General $ 8. Senior/Students $ 6. Children (5 to 12 years) $3. Members and children under 5 free.
September 6. 12-8 p.m. Free admission all day to LACMA.
September 11 and 12. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 7th Annual Thousand Oaks Arts Festival will take place at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza and The Lakes. FREE admission and parking.
September 20 - 26th. SpaFinder Deal Days. Book early for SpaFinder Deal Days. SpaFinder Deal Days lets you enjoy spa, wellness or beauty services for just $50 prices or 50% off at spas, yoga and Pilates studios, fitness centers and more across the U.S. http://www.spafinder.com/dealdays?
September 25th is museum day! You can request a ticket for free admission for two people by going to this link. http://microsite.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/admission.html?2010
August 27. 6 pm. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA, no reservations required. BP Grand Entrance. This week: Mon David.
August 27. 7-9:30 p.m. This is the last week of the Keyes Lexus of Valencia has Jazz and Blues concert series. This week: Michael John & the Bottom Line. Food & Beverages for sale (No outside food or beverages; no pets allowed.) Activities for the kids. Downtown Valencia in the street on Town Center Drive at McBean Parkway in Santa Clarita. www.valenciajazzandblues.com (Thanks, Kristi!)
August 28. 10 a.m. FREE Build and Grow Clinic at Lowes. Bring your child to Lowe's and they can build a school bus! The kids get goggles, an apron and a kit to build an item. They use hammers their size and get a patch afterward for completing the project.
August 28. 9:30-10:05 a.m. or 11-11:45 a.m. FREE Kids Rhythm Club Drum Circle. Drum Provided. No reservations needed. Event every Saturday morning at REMO Recreational Music Center, 7308 Coldwater Canyon, North Hollywood, 91605.
(1/2 block North of Sherman Way). Journey and explore music making through rhythm, song, and fun activities. Recommended ages for kids: 2 to 12, but all ages are welcome.
Parents must stay with children. (Thanks, Diane!)
August 28. 10 a.m. Big!World!Fun! Family Series at the Ford Theatre. This week features LA Opera. No experience with opera is necessary to enjoy Sing Out Loud! Artists from LA Opera offer interactive performances of opera’s greatest hits plus music from the theatre.PRE-SHOW ACTIVITIES START @ 9AM – arrive early to make opera glasses with the Autry! 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. East, L.A. One hour-long music, dance and theatre aimed for children ages 4 to 10 and families. Children free, adults $5. Parking $1. Reservations required. To avoid handling fees, call the box office at 323-461-3673. This is outdoors and it’s okay to bring food.
August 28. 7-10 p.m. Last week at Warner Park: Movies on the Green. Movie begins about ½ hour after sunset. This week’s movie is: Star Trek (PG-13). Outdoor family movies are presented on Saturday evenings through August 28th and are projected on a 30’ screen with digital projection and 7.1 surround sound. 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Woodland Hills.
August 28. 6-8 p.m. Last of the free weekly summer concerts at Simi Valley Town Center. This week: August 28th: Grand Final Disco Night and Costume Contest! 1555 Simi Town Center Way, Simi Valley, 93065. (805) 581-1430.
August 28. 5-7 p.m. FREE weekly concerts at Dorothy Collins Brown Amphitheater at LACMA, in Hancock Park north of the museum. This week: Oscar Hernandez and the LA/NY Connection. Oscar Hernández is known as one of the most gifted pianist/arrangers on the contemporary Latin scene.
August 29. 6 p.m. FREE weekly concerts at LACMA. These one-hour concerts are presented free to the public on Sundays in the Leo S. Bing Theater. This week: Pianist Maria Demina and violinist Mitchell Newman perform Chopin: Fantasy in F minor, Opus 49, and Respighi: Violin Sonata in B minor.
August 29. 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Last of the FREE weekly concerts in the park. Warner Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd. This week: The Monkees lead singer Micky Dolenz.
August 29. 7 p.m. FREE. Levitt Pavilion. Rhythmic Circus Presents: Feet Don't Fail Me Now--An innovative jazz production that features urban tap dance. 85 E. Holly St., Pasadena.
August 31. 10:30-11:30 a.m. FREE. Toddler story time at Borders at the Northridge Mall. Theme this week is getting ready for school.
August 31. 6 p.m. FREE. Kids’ Club at The Commons at Calabasas. Stoil Stoilov mixes magic and comedy. 4799 Commons Way, Calabasas.
September 1. 9 a.m. Get tickets for Huntington Gardens free day in October. Call 800-838-3006 or go online at www.huntington.org.
September 2. 10:30 a.m. The Oaks in Thousand Oaks. Enjoy music for children from award-winning Tia Cohen. 350 W. Hillcrest Dr., Thousand Oaks.
Movies
$4 Movie Ticket on Fandango.com (up to $12 value)
http://www.groupon.com/deals/fandango-email?/r/uu1117423
Highlights
· Convenient online redemption
· More than 16,000 screens nationwide
· Everyone likes movies
The Fine Print
· Expires Feb 28, 2011
· Limit 1 per person. Must register Fandango account. Valid for 1 ticket worth up to $12. Not valid for IMAX or 3D movies. Not for resale. No cash back.
· See the rules that apply to all deals.
Toy Story 3 is now playing at the discount theatres in Pasadena and Simi Valley if you haven’t seen it or want to see it again.
Simi Valley 10 Cinemas
http://www.simivalley10.com/
Matinee: $3.00 Evening: $3.75
Box Office: (805)526-4329
1457 Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley CA, 93065
Academy Cinemas - Pasadena
1003 E. Colorado Blvd
At Colorado & Catalina
Pasadena, CA. 91106
626-229-9400
http://www.regencymovies.com/main.php?theaterId=8
Matinee Admission $2.00 Films starting at and before 6pm
Evening Admission $3.00 Films starting after 6pm
Wednesday Night Special! Movies starting at 6 PM and later are a great deal for you and a buddy! You and a companion get 2 admissions, 2 popcorns and 2 sodas for only $10!
Back-to-School Deals
There are a lot of back to school sales for school supplies right now. Check out this link Janet sent me for a great chart of sales at various stores. http://www.saveathomemommy.com/2010/08/school-supply-deals-822-28/
Photo Deals
Free 8x8 Photo Book from Shutterfly.com
Get a free 8x8 photo book with hard cover (offer valid for one-time redemption per member). Just choose some of your favorite summer pictures and make your photo book.
· Get a free photo book using code 8PBA91
· Offer ends September 1, 2010
· You'll love it. We promise. If not, we offer 100% Satisfaction Guarantee!
· New photo book layouts help tell your story
· Printed on the highest quality paper.
· Free shipping on orders of $30 or more using code SHIP30
http://www.shutterfly.com/photo-books?PH=1&cid=FOC_082610
Picaboo is offering a FREE classic photo book during August. Just design your own photo book at Picaboo. Get it FREE with code FREEBK until 8/31. To design your book you will need to download Picaboo’s free software Make sure to design a large Classic, Classic Leather, or Classic Custom book by August 31. The total cost of your book (up to 20 pages) will be deducted from your order total. This is a $39 value and you just pay the shipping of $8.99. This offer is available to new Picaboo members only. The website is www.picaboo.com
Here’s another photo deal. Through 9/1, you can order 3 Free 5×7 Folded Photo Cards from Shutterfly (just pay shipping, just over $1). www.shutterfly.com I took advantage of this deal earlier in the year and made great Father’s Day cards for my hubby and dad. At checkout, enter code: SUMMERCARDS. Here’s how to order the cards:
· Create or Login to your account.
· Click on ‘Cards & Stationery’, then ‘5×7 Folded Greeting Cards’, then select other card style and upload photos
· Order
· Select ‘Send them Back to Me’ to avoid postage costs
· Change Quantity to total 3 cards, then ‘Add to Cart’
· {or you can order 1 each of 3 different styles!}
· When you’re in your shopping cart, click on the blue words at the top “Enter promo code”
· Enter & apply code: SUMMERCARDS
Frugal Girls list other photo deals out right now. Here’s the link: http://thefrugalgirls.com/hot-photo-deals
Restaurant Deals
Maggiano’s Little Italy now has a new option on their menu. For $12.95, you get a pasta dish to eat and another one to take home. Add a dessert for just $2 with the coupon available at the following address through 9/3/2010.
http://maggianos.fbmta.com/members/ViewMailing.aspx?MailingID=36507231545&storecode=165 You can also sign up online to receive $10 off your next meal, and discounts on your birthday, anniversary, and occasionally throughout the year. http://www.maggianos.com/
Here’s a deal at Wendy’s. Each store got 1,000 keychain cards to sell for a $1 each. Purchase the keychain and get a Junior Frosty (the small kids size) for free. On each returning visit to Wendy's present the card and you'll get a free Junior Frosty (when you purchase something). You can use it as many times as you would like through December. Limit one free Frosty per transaction.
Every day in August, from 4-10 p.m., kids eat free at IHOP. Buy an adult entrée, get a kids’ meal free.
Ongoing Deals
My friend Randi recommends the Carousel at the Santa Monica Pier. It’s $2 for adults, $1 for kids (I think) and is open everyday except Tuesdays. (310) 394-8042. Make a day of it and check out the Annenberg Community Beach House. It’s Santa Monica’s only public beach house, offering a pool and beach access. It’s normally $7 but go this Monday, August 30, and it’s only $1 per person! Passes go on sale at 9:30 a.m., pool entry is at 10 a.m. All members of your group must be present to buy tickets. Hours vary; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. on Mondays. NOTE: The pool is 4' to 8' deep. Due to the depth of this pool, children under 8 years old and 4' tall must be accompanied by an adult in the water at all times. Children under 12 years must be accompanied and supervised by an adult in the pool area. Children requiring use of a diaper must wear a swim diaper in the pool. It looks like a beautiful place!
Upcoming Events
L.A. County Fair is coming Sept 4 - Oct 3, 2010. There are all kinds of deals, including the following during the opening weekend.
Opening Weekend $1 Specials – Labor Day weekend, Saturday, Sept. 4 – Monday, Sept. 6
Admission –$1, 10 a.m. – 1. p.m., regular admission rates apply after 1 p.m. Ages 5 and younger free every day. PARKING is $10 for general and $15 for preferred. Open on Labor Day, closed Mondays and Tuesdays for the rest of the fair dates.
Do you have any children in kindergarten up through 8th grade? The Read to Ride Program is a special reward program for kids who read books over their summer vacations. Kids will receive 3 free carnival ride vouchers for every 2 books they read and write a book report for. Check out all the details at this link: http://www.lacountyfair.com/2010/entertainment/documents/21ReadtoRide10.pdf
September 6. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Boddy's Big Backyard Festival at Descanso Gardens. Inspired by the legendary parties that E. Manchester Boddy hosted in the '30s and '40s, Descanso celebrates Labor Day with music, food and flora. Enjoy a morning walk through the California Natives Garden at 10 a.m., then gather the kids for a special reading of "Teddy Bears' Picnic" at 12:30 p.m. Kick out the jams with the Mobile Homeboys from 1 to 3p.m., and either bring a picnic or purchase a BBQ lunch from Patina's gourmet chuck wagon from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. All activities are free with admission. General $ 8. Senior/Students $ 6. Children (5 to 12 years) $3. Members and children under 5 free.
September 6. 12-8 p.m. Free admission all day to LACMA.
September 11 and 12. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 7th Annual Thousand Oaks Arts Festival will take place at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza and The Lakes. FREE admission and parking.
September 20 - 26th. SpaFinder Deal Days. Book early for SpaFinder Deal Days. SpaFinder Deal Days lets you enjoy spa, wellness or beauty services for just $50 prices or 50% off at spas, yoga and Pilates studios, fitness centers and more across the U.S. http://www.spafinder.com/dealdays?
September 25th is museum day! You can request a ticket for free admission for two people by going to this link. http://microsite.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/admission.html?2010
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