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Every so often we alert MHOTC readers to a national service we find of interest. A few years ago, toy maker Mattel launched Mattel PlayBack, a FREE toy takeback program that  enables families to extend the life of their Mattel toys once they are finished playing with them. The program now accepts Fisher-Price, Barbie, MEGA and Matchbox toys. [Read more…] about Kids Done With Their Old Mattel or Fisher-Price Toys or Barbies? Recycle Them For Free

With only two weeks to go until the deadline, for better or worse, it’s probably time to think about how you’re going to file your tax return this year. If you’re thinking about using tax software, please keep reading for discounts on some items that  can help you get organized, calculate expenses (stop snickering, some of us still use a calculator) and easy-to-use software for DIY preparers. [Read more…] about Discounts On Products To Help You Prepare Your Tax Returns

If you use Tide Pods or Gain Flings liquid laundry detergent packets, you need to check the bags as 8.2 million defective bags have been recalled by Procter & Gamble. The recall applies to pods packaged in flexible film bags.

The outer packaging meant to prevent access to the contents can split open near the zipper track. That makes them difficult to close and poses a risk of serious injury to children and others if the contents of the laundry detergent packets are ingested. [Read more…] about Procter & Gamble Recalls 8.2 Million Defective Bags of Tide & Gain Detergent Pods. Here’s How To Get A Refund.

 It’s time again for Westword’s popular and highly coveted Best of Denver 2024. Before we make our annual pitch, we just want to remind you how MHOTC has always been there for you in your times of cheapness and frugality, right? We’ve always had your back, when you’ve been bored on a budget. Who do you always call, when you’re looking for a good time? (Keep your mind out of the gutter, people!) [Read more…] about Last Day! Vote For Us: Show How Much You Love MHOTC – Westword Best of Denver 2024

United States laws currently establishes eleven public holidays for Federal employees. Since most Federal employees work on a Monday through Friday schedule, when a holiday falls on the weekend the holiday usually is observed on Friday if the holiday falls on Saturday or on Monday if the holiday falls on Sunday.

For every federal holiday, many businesses also observe the federal holiday schedule. Of course, for many other employees it’s a regular workday, although often with overtime pay.

Listed below are the businesses that typically close and those that remain open on federal holidays. [Read more…] about Holiday Hours 2024: What’s Open and Closed On Federal Holidays

Many MHOTC readers ask where they can recycle their computers and other electronics. Here’s a year-round service that is totally FREE. Onsite Consulting has been helping homes and businesses in South Denver for 38 years. They have a year-round electronic recycling drop off at their location in the King Soopers center at Hampden and I-25. As most of us are aware, electronics are prohibited from being dropped off in a normal trash can, due to hazardous materials. It’s a real no-no. [Read more…] about Totally Free Computer Recycling at Onsite Consulting

Fandom is forever! Are you a die-hard fan of a show or movie? How much are you willing to show the world your fandom? How ’bout a FREE tattoo? Netflix is hosting its Geeked Week with lots of fan-focused events. And, right here in Denver, there’s one event that’s only for the truest fans of all — FREE tattoos! [Read more…] about Today! Show Your True Fandom with Free Tattoo, Thanks to Netflix’s Geeked Week

Gas budget on empty? Hit the brakes and fuel up with big savings at Circle K! The popular convenience store is expanding its first FREE membership program, Inner Circle, to more than 345 locations across Colorado, New Mexico and West Texas. Circle K is celebrating the occasion by offering big savings on fuel. [Read more…] about Today Only! Save Up to 65¢ Per Gallon of Gas at Circle K

We don’t normally posts about email scams, but MHOTC seems to be a victim of some serious spoofing. In the past month our inbox has been flooded with hundreds of replies to an email with the subject line “You’ve Got 1 Package Pending For Delivery”. The replies to us range from the curious to the confused to the downright rude and obscene. Bottom line: This is a totally phony SCAM! [Read more…] about MHOTC Alert! Please Read: New Email Scam Going Around About Packages

RTD has announced new fares and programs that should make it simpler and cheaper for riders. Most of the changes will take effect in January 2024. However, kids 19 and under will be able to ride for FREE starting in September. (A big cheer for helping students get to school and their parents not having to worry about the fare.) [Read more…] about RTD Lowers Ticket Prices. Kids Under 19 Ride Free. Here’s What You Need To Know

Woo-hoo! The Denver Public Library (DPL) will expand hours at five locations starting Sunday, July 23, 2023. The locations will now be open on Sundays, they will also open earlier on weekday mornings and will add some additional evening hours. Locations include: Green Valley Ranch Branch Library, Sam Gary Branch Library, Rodolfo “Corky” Gonzales Branch Library, Hadley Branch Library, and Hampden Branch Library. [Read more…] about Denver Public Library Extends Hours at 5 Locations

Whether you’re moving or just sprucing up your home, you may occasionally have large furniture pieces that you no longer need or want. It can be frustrating to figure out what to do with these large, and often cumbersome, furnishings — from coffee to dining tables and everything in between. They’re difficult to put in storage and you can’t just leave them with the weekly trash pickup or at a dumpster.

That’s where being charitable can be helpful. Many Denver area thrift and secondhand shops happily accept furniture donations.

[Read more…] about Where to Donate Large Furniture in Denver

If your workplace or community group is looking for savings, consider contacting Mile High On The Cheap to schedule one of its FREE workshops on tips and tricks to stretching your dollar. For novices and bargain hunters alike, topics include everything from finding fabulous freebies, grocery shopping coupon strategies and budget-friendly holiday celebrations to senior discounts, travel on the cheap, summer savings in Denver-Boulder and more. You’ll find a list and description of many of our talks here. We can also customize a workshop to meet your specific needs and interests.

The fast-moving, interactive workshops range from 60 to 90 minutes (we can even fill two hours if needed), with plenty of time for questions. Each session includes a Power Point presentations, handouts and a door prize. Learn from local “cheapskates” how to live large in the Mile High City without breaking the bank. Workshops can be scheduled any day of the week, including weekends and evening hours. All you provide is the meeting space and participants. A minimum group of 20 is strongly encouraged. For more information or to schedule a workshop, email laura@milehighonthecheap.com.

Looking for an up-to-date computer? Need a repair on your system? Onsite Consulting has helped us at MHOTC with our computer systems for years and the company is in the running for one of the Top 3 Computer Companies in Colorado, as awarded by Colorado Biz, for 2023 (they won in 2021 and 2022 already!). They are offering 20% off their already low prices for refurbished computers, new computer transfers, and repair before the winner is announced in June.

[Read more…] about 20% Off Refurbished Computers, Transfers & Repairs at Onsite Consulting

If you’re like everyone else, you have a stack of books somewhere at home that have been sitting there for months or even years. Many books you’ve read and enjoyed, but also lots of books you had hoped to read. Many books are bought (or gifted) with good intentions, but just never quite make it to the “completed” pile. [Read more…] about Updating Your Home Library? Sell Used Books at Tattered Cover

MHOTC is always asked “Do you know of deals for seniors?” And we want to be a comprehensive source so those “of a certain age” can find the answers. That’s why a few years back we created our Senior Deals and Discounts list. But we admit it’s been some time since we updated the post. Ahem…January of 2021 to be exact. [Read more…] about Know of Any Discounts or Deals for Seniors? Please Help Us Update Our List