Showing posts with label bargain fun. Show all posts
Showing posts with label bargain fun. Show all posts

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Albertson's Wish Big Win Big or Win Small?

Are you one of many collecting Albertson's grocery store Wish Big Win Big stamps? I have a lunch size paper bag full of unneeded yet, collected stamps... up for grabs!

So far I have played along with the game since it's start, the more "grocery product" stamps I earned the more I wanted to shop, wishing to win big! I won $2.00 and didn't cash in. I won $2.00 - 2 more times. I gave one of my $2.00 gifts away to a friend needing a missing stamp. She said I was lucky when I won my first $2.00! It's something right?

There are a few that won bigger prizes, and one wished and won big. The family in need in Anaheim, CA. Got the nice $50,000.00 cash prize. That OC family needed the extra income and I couldn't be happier for them! Yet, I am still hoping it will be me!? Probably not.

My gambling, I hope in this case, Lord forgive me I try to win for goodness sake though. I know I play scratchers sometimes even praying for a win, and the Mega or Super Lotto... so far nothing, and if the California Lotto gives to schools, I haven't noticed it. Well, I have won occassionally with scratchers, not much though and usually a free ticket. I get Albertson's instant win tickets too, even an instant win can of vegetables... I had to laugh about this one.. I'm thinking, I'll pick artichokes if it's available. Albertson's has a good gimmick going, ha that's funny to say. I'm guessing the winning tickets could easily have gotten lost though too, like in a gutter somewhere... that $250,000.00 ticket could just be sitting there, accidentally dropped by an unaware shopper. I hope to find it!

What would I do with the money?
#1 Help my family, #2 Buy a home, #3 Invest, #4 Do something good for the homeless, including animals.

Before you spend like crazy to feed a gambling addiction, shop carefully, Albertson's prices are sometimes higher priced then other retailers. I suggest, a careful shop with coupons and sales.

Alysa Good Stuff Shopping to WIN Tips:
I got Albertson's ice cream with an instant coupon, and a Wish Big Win Big Coupon, plus the ice cream is (currently) on sale so it was a great deal. I also bought some favorite candy bars on sale with the Bonus ticket mark, at a dollar a piece and tripled tickets (tripled tickets until Jan.17th) this doesn't hurt the bank. My guess is the better tickets are after this date (Jan. 17) though. As far as trying to win, shop at different nearby Albertson's stores- that's what I'm doing. Save money, don't spend all your instant win tickets at once, but different times, when new tickets come in, my guess is maybe weekly.

Have fun, but don't be bummed if you don't win. :)

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Good Deal Vintage 80's-2000's Dolls JEM Strawberry Shortcake Bratz Barbie Sale Information


JEM is
Truly outrageous, truly, truly, truly outrageous!

Fun site I found thanks to someone's link on someone's blog! When you go to the site choose either Pranceatron Toys (they also have sales on ebay: pranceatron), or Jem Vs Pranceatron. They sell vintage to now toys, dolls, and doll accessories via email very cheap, starting at $0.25 and up.

I love JEM and the Holograms and Misfits- so cool, you can find the cartoon episodes on YouTube. After looking at some vintage toys, I wish I kept my vintage Strawberry Shortcake dolls, even if they were a little ratty. I really want the first set of Jem and Misfit dolls, especially Jem doll, like since I was a kid and they first came out! On my to get list. The Jem Vs. Pranceatron site has very good information on JEM dolls and accessories, perfect for collectors searching for good stuff!

So check out this site it's a little "JEM"! http://www.pranceatron.com/

Oh, on a side note, I want this JEM wig! http://www.80stees.com/products/Jem-Wig.asp?referer=Shoppingcom_JEM021&

JEM and the Holograms Commercial:


Funny 1961 Barbie Dolls Boyfriend First Ken Commercial



Monday, June 7, 2010

redbox FREE Rental June 2010 Rent 2 at once with email. + 4 Free Rentals Albertson's

Free redbox movie rental information for June 2010:
redbox will email you free movie rental after you rent 2 at one time with your email address (takes a few days to receive offer).
http://www.redbox.com/content.mvc/rent2?om_rid=NF3vRH&cid=EM%3A_BMCEmDB8K8ydOc

Also limited time 4 free redbox rentals when you buy $20 worth of Nestle products at Albertson's grocery stores. (Check with store to confirm details/dates.)

Saturday, June 5, 2010

Alice in Wonderland Shutter Island $1 - $2 Movie Theatre Starplex Cinemas Irvine, CA Show times

https://starplex.tstickets.com/ticketing.aspx?theatreid=1013
2 Dollar and $1 Tuesdays only Movie Theatre in Southern California and other US locations nationwide.

My 2 favorites this week:

Alice in Wonderland Johnny Depp is the Mad Hatter! Tim Burton - Disney film
Last week for Shutter Island Leonardo DiCaprio- A Martin Scorsese film

Playing in Irvine, CA at:
Woodbridge Movies 5
4626 Barranca Parkway
Irvine, CA 92604
Information: 949-733-3795
Movie Line: 949-733-0980

Saturday, May 1, 2010

$1 Tuesday Summer Family Kid Movies Kirkorian movie theatres

KRIKORIAN KIDS series June 22nd through August 24th. Every Tuesday 10:30am and 12:30pm only $1.00 admission. (Free admission at Buena Park Metroplex and Krikorian 15 at Dos Lagos) http://www.kptmovies.com/aboutkpt/upcomingevents_details.cfm?ue_id=93

One different movie showing each week (in order):

Planet 51, Tooth Fairy, Alvin and the Chipmunks the Squeakquel, Fantastic Mr.Fox, Ice Age Dawn of the Dinosaurs, Night ath the Museum Battle of the Smithsonian, Cloudy with a chance of Meat Balls, Aliens in the Attic, The Spy next door, Shorts.

Also see my other blog $1 movies for information on local discount Starplex Cinemas. (search movies for more movie deals too!)

Thursday, April 29, 2010

Red Box $1 rentals, get a free rental Plus Albertson's special 5 free!

redbox movie one night, $1 dollar movie rentals on dvd or blue ray.

Find a redbox near you: http://www.redbox.com/Locations/LocationSearch.aspx

Get a FREE Rental from redbox: Online reservation rental. Reserve one online then rent it from a redbox, and the next online reserved movie is free!

Current deal valid 4/28/10-5/4/10 (check with your local Albertsons grocery store first):
Purchase $20 in one transaction of P&G products at Albertsons
Get: $5 off a redbox purchase and 5 FREE one night movie rentals


*All purchases must be made in a single transaction to qualify. Your codes will print along with your register receipt.

Good Indie Christian Band mewithoutYou playing June 11 in Anaheim, CA

WHERE??
Chain Reaction
1652 W Lincoln Avenue
Anaheim, California 92801
Map

June 11, 2010 Anaheim show at Chain Reaction: mewithoutYou A very poetic... very good Christian indie band! $15 pre-order tickets, $17 at the door. Tickets available online at Chain Reaction, scroll down to June 11 show: http://www.allages.com/2008/shows.html




Coupon Deals LA, Orange County and other California areas +Utah

Cool! Just found this, Screamin Coupons. I haven't tried it, if you have feel free to comment and tell us what you think.
How to get deals

Buy Coupons and use the next business day. Get daily alert emails with an unbeatable deal from local businesses, if you like it you can buy it. Share deals with your friends and you could get $10. They also help give back a small percent to local schools and non-profits.

www.screamingcoupons.com


Coupons for California areas:
Los Angeles and Orange County, plus Fresno, Sacramento Metro, San Diego, San Francisco Bay area, San Jose Metro. Also, Utah. http://www.screamincoupons.com/deals/

Tuesday, April 27, 2010

Orange County FREE Spring Concerts in Southern California

Keepin it low cost... and FREE! Fun doesn't always have to mean emptying the bank. Just learned about this:
Orange County Market Place (Swapmeet location) has free concerts coming up May 2-June 20, 2010. All you need to get in is some canned food to donate to the Second Harvest Food Bank for Orange County. Come and have fun with the family and feel good that you helped someone in need too.

Also enjoy other fun and shopping: food, arts and crafts and more the OC Market Place has to offer.
Saturday & Sunday 7 am to 4 pm
OC Fair & Events Center
88 Fair Drive - Orange County Fairgrounds
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

$2 Admission, kids 12 and under free
Shoppers hotline: 949-723-6616 recording
Vendors: 949-723-6606 recording
info@ocmarketplace.com

Sunday, April 25, 2010

Afford a Vacation on a Budget in Orange County, California - Plus Day Trip ideas Disneyland, Beach, Movies, Museum

Think... Day trips as mini vacations! Think locally. With a little googling, binging, or yahooing, coupons and discounts a vacation is possible! As an example, for those that live here in Southern California, Orange County there is a lot to offer... we live in a vacation destination location! I have some day trip ideas. First, here's an idea for a vacation not so away from home, unless of course you aren't in OC. Have you dreamt of an ocean front property? Why not vacation right here in our own backyard? Oceanfront properties can be pretty pricey especially in the Summer months (lasting through September). Yet, if you are close to home, think of the savings: no flights, less gas costs, and no need for a car rental.

I found one oceanfront deal for you in Laguna, CA.:


This oceanfront property in Laguna is for those less accustomed to luxury and more about location. Weekly rates start at $1000 for the studio; Summer rates are $1500. The studio has a large lounging porch right above the sand and big screen TV: Studios De Laguna http://studiosdelaguna.com/

What about Disneyland?


If you want you can book a hotel nearby Disney and park hop for a couple days, or skip the hotel and park hop for the day or more stay home and go back... either way we live close enough that a hotel is not even needed! And guess what? You can find tickets for less! Try Craigslist: Disneyland on Orangecounty.Craigslist.org I haven't tried this personally but you can rent your park hopper tickets for less! Found this: http://cheapvacationforyou.com/ Located near Disneyland in Anaheim, CA.

Try searching for other tickets for concerts, other amusement parks, and other day trip ideas. Local concerts are much cheaper for entertainment. Craigslist, www.pennysaverusa.com for ads and coupons too.

Day trips are the easiest "mini vacations". You can fill your calendar with lots of these: Plan your dining and fun for the day (use coupons), and go home after- you can have lots of "vacations" like this on a tight budget.

Beach Trips:


Park yourself early at a nearby bonfire and barbecue, voila beach vacation!
What you need to plan a beach day/evening: Lots of large throw blankets, sunscreen, hand sanitizer, baby wipes, jackets, sun umbrellas, chairs, towels, a couple coolers, picnic basket, drinks, sandwiches and other goodies (fyi hold the mayo not safe if set out too long), for the barbecuers keep it easy with hot dogs and buns, marshmallows and sticks (real ones or metal for roasting). You can vary this trip for a park trip instead.

Dana Point Harbor Dana Point CA. offers Sports-fishing and Whale Watching: Half priced days Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Calendar/buy tickets: http://www.zerve.com/DanaWharf


There are also lots of freebies out there, search online in your local area for free entertainment.

Here's one idea for you in Newport Beach, CA:
Orange County Museum of Arts: Free admission every second Sunday and children under 12 are free: OCMA.com Rates You can also visit South Coast Plaza nearby for dinner and shopping.

Cheap fun!


$1-$2 Movies! Recently out movies; Dollar hotdogs YAY! Not in California? Look for one near you! http://www.starplexcinemas.com/locations.php
In Orange County, CA- Woodbridge Movies 5, Irvine: 4626 Barranca Parkway, CA 92604 Movie Line 949-733-0980, info 949-733-3795

Make it a Tuesday for Dinner and a Movie!: $1 movies are on Tuesdays and Ruby's diner nearby offers free meals after 4pm for children 12 and under with adult meal purchase also on Tuesdays. In the Woodbridge shopping center there are coffee and bakery shops, a painting class for kids and adult, and a Barnes and Noble bookstore. Nearby a bridge takes you just a walk away to a beautiful lake with swimming ducks. Fun for everyone in the family... even on a budget!

More ideas anyone? Comment and share with your locals. Gotta help each other in this economy.