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King Soopers: 2 Days of Digital Deals — Save Big On 4 Items!

Get your computer, laptop or smart phone ready for big savings at King Soopers. The grocery chain is offering two days of digital deals on Friday, February 15 and Saturday, February 16.

You must download the digital coupon to your shopper loyalty card for the savings. Each deal can only be redeemed once, during the sale dates.

As a result, if you don’t get the maximum of 5 items in a single transaction, you’re out of luck. (Basically, you cannot get two items at one store and, then, go to another store for the remaining three.) [Read more…] about King Soopers: 2 Days of Digital Deals — Save Big On 4 Items!

Filed Under: Groceries

Denver Zoo: Save 50% On Tickets Online Only in February

Birds of a feather flock together, especially animal-loving bargain hunters. In celebration of Feathered Friends February, a celebration of all things birds, the Denver Zoo is giving families even a big reason to fly over to the Zoo this month. The deal is definitely worth chirping about because the very popular family attraction is not known for offering many coupons or significant savings. [Read more…] about Denver Zoo: Save 50% On Tickets Online Only in February

Safeway: 3 Days of Digital Deals — Big Savings on 3 Items; Save $20

Safeway-logoSafeway is offering big savings for three days, from Friday, February 15 to Sunday, February 17. The deals are only available via the store’s Just For U program. You must have a registered Safeway Club Card, in order to download the offers onto your account.

Limit one offer per household. Plus, most sale items have a limit, so be sure you get the right amount. Otherwise, you’ll be charged more for any items exceeding the limit. [Read more…] about Safeway: 3 Days of Digital Deals — Big Savings on 3 Items; Save $20

Filed Under: Groceries

Colorado Environmental Film Festival Hosts Free Event, Screenings

Go green! The Colorado Environmental Film Festival (CEFF) is an inspiring and energizing event, featuring world-class environmental films with representatives from local and national organizations, topical forums and educational films.

CEFF is a celebration of the power of film to inspire, educate, and motivate audiences. Plus, it’s just lots of green fun with parties, exhibits and more. The family-friendly Festival runs Thursday, February 21 to Saturday, February 23 at the American Mountaineering Center (710 10th St.) in Golden.

Highlights of the 2018 CEFF include: [Read more…] about Colorado Environmental Film Festival Hosts Free Event, Screenings

Sprouts Farmers Market’s Buy-One-Get-One Free Sale

Groceries grocery food shoppingWe always love a good buy-one-get-one sale, especially when the second item is FREE. Plus, it’s not often Sprouts Farmers Market offers such a wide-ranging BOGO sale.

From Wednesday, February 13 to Wednesday, February 20, the popular grocery chain has many products for buy-one-get-one FREE. The second FREE item must be of equal or lesser value. However, no mixing products — just matching. Plus, the sale is available on select sizes and varieties. [Read more…] about Sprouts Farmers Market’s Buy-One-Get-One Free Sale

Filed Under: Groceries

AMC Theatres Offers 3 Movies Every Week For $21.95/Month

AMC Theatres added a third tier to its loyalty program Stubs last year. And it offers blockbuster savings for frugal film fanatics. Going to the movies can quickly become an expensive night out, when you add up the cost of tickets and concessions. However, the movie theater chain is changing the game for all.
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Update: Get Baker’s Dozen For $7 Every Monday at Einstein Bros. Bagels

bagelYou now have to be a member of its Shmear Society Rewards loyalty club to get the weekly offer. Click here to sign-up. The offer will automatically be uploaded to your account each week.

Oh, my…what a hole-y deal! Start your week with bargain bagels at Einstein Bros. Bagels.

Every Monday, the bagel chain is offering 13 bagels for just $7 at participating locations — making them about 54¢ each. The on-going offer applies to its Signature Bagels. (There is an additional charge for Gourmet Bagels.) [Read more…] about Update: Get Baker’s Dozen For $7 Every Monday at Einstein Bros. Bagels

Kids Can Gear Up To Try Hockey For Free

Families can gear up for family fun. On Saturday, February 23, USA Hockey and 300 local associations across the country are hosting Try Hockey For Free Day! Kids (ages 4 to 9) new to the sport can experience the action on the ice firsthand for FREE. Now’s the time to find out, whether or not the cool sport is a good fit for your little athlete — boy or girl.

Joy Burns Ice Arena (Denver), Ice Centre at the Promenade (Westminster), Family Sports Center (Centennial) and Edge Ice Arena (Littleton) are all participating in the icy promo. All locations will have limited equipment to borrow FREE of charge. For hours and registration, visit www.tryhockeyforfree.com. For questions, call 719-538­-1124 or e-mail comeplayyouthhockey@usahockey.org.

Filed Under: Sports & Recreation

Now Download App For Starbucks’ Happy Hour Specials

Starbucks is once again changing its popular happy hour promos. If you’re a regular, you’ve noticed they haven’t offered any drink specials (open to all) in quite some time. There’s a reason.

The specials are no longer open to every customer, you must now download its app and become a Starbucks Rewards member. Moving forward, the happy hour offers are only available via the app. 
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Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes

Breaking News: King Soopers Changes Free Friday Download

There has been one question on the mind of many of our bargain-loving readers.

We’ve heard from readers via e-mails, texts, phone calls and, even, carrier pigeons. (Okay, we’re exaggerating…but just a bit!)

The one question everyone is asking: What is going on with King Soopers’ weekly Free Friday Download promotion? [Read more…] about Breaking News: King Soopers Changes Free Friday Download

Filed Under: Groceries

Target Launches Loyalty Program in Denver — Target Circle

If you love Target, you definitely want to be “in the loop” on its new loyalty program, Target Circle. The targeted (get it?) loyalty program was launched nearly a year ago in the Dallas-Ft. Worth market and proved to be a huge success. So much so that they’re expanding the program on Tuesday, February 19 to include Denver, as well as Charlotte, Indianapolis, Kansas City and Phoenix. [Read more…] about Target Launches Loyalty Program in Denver — Target Circle

Filed Under: Shopping

Experience MOA’s “Natura Obscura” Exhibit For $10

We were not informed that you had to reserve tickets online for the FREE Days. We knew tickets were timed and limited, but it was never specifically noted to us that they were required to be reserved online and not available at the door. We apologize for any confusion on our part. The two remaining SCFD FREE Days on March 5 and April 2 are both sold out. 

The Museum of Outdoor Arts (1000 Englewood Pkwy.) in Englewood is really taking its new art exhibit to the next level. Like stepping into a painting, “Natura Obscura” is an immersive art experience where you can hear, smell, touch and explore everything around you. It’s a complete sensory overload, but in the best way possible. The wit and whimsy of it all is a welcome break from the real world. [Read more…] about Experience MOA’s “Natura Obscura” Exhibit For $10

This Sunday & Monday — Free Days at Denver Zoo

Zoo Logo (load full size)Monkey around with the family at the Denver Zoo for FREE in 2019. The Zoo always provides a wild time for families because there’s so much to do and see. Kids could watch the monkeys all day, right?

Explore Predator Ridge populated with lions and other carnivores, the indoor rainforest Tropical Discovery, the Toyota Elephant Passage, Bear Mountain, Primate Panorama and more. [Read more…] about This Sunday & Monday — Free Days at Denver Zoo

Find February’s “Cheap Checklist” in The Denver Post

Stop the presses! Our column “Cheap Checklist” in The Denver Post is now monthly. It gives us an opportunity to cherry-pick the best deals for the upcoming month — a must-read for bargain hunters.

The first Saturday of the month, we compile the best freebies, discounts and deals in town for the upcoming month. The column will be fun mixture of food deals, can’t-miss sales and FREE or low-cost family-friendly events. To read this month’s column online, click here. [Read more…] about Find February’s “Cheap Checklist” in The Denver Post

Filed Under: Things To Do

Free Days at Museums, Zoo & More in February

Museum-drawingLove is in the air! And February is jam-packed with lots of lovely FREE Days!

As always, there’s so much to explore and experience in Denver on the cheap, thanks to our city’s generous FREE Days at museums and attractions. Because of their popularity, be prepared for large crowds and allow extra time to find parking. Consider carpooling or taking public transportation.

Frugal families looking for low-cost adventures in the Mile High City should start with this month’s FREE Days:
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Filed Under: Family Activities