Coloradans love to recycle anything and everything, but disposing of leftover paint is a hassle. To the rescue: PaintCare, a FREE paint recycling program with more than 150 drop-off sites across Colorado, more than 50 in the Front Range alone. Drop-off sites are mostly paint and hardware stores. [Read more…] about Recycle Leftover Paint For Free Year-Round
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Don’t Be Late! Holiday Shipping Deadlines for USPS, UPS and FedEx in 2024
Ding-dong! Delivery! Holiday shipping deadlines in 2024 for USPS, FedEx and UPS are fast approaching. Getting holiday gifts to friends and family far away takes a little extra planning. That means you need to pack it and get the package on its merry way by a specific deadline — depending on the delivery service, delivery option and expected arrival date. Remember, the longer you wait, the more expensive it will be to ship a package. [Read more…] about Don’t Be Late! Holiday Shipping Deadlines for USPS, UPS and FedEx in 2024
Ho, Ho, Hurry! Book Your Santa Photos at Denver Area Malls. Use Our Promo Code For Free Photo!
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Getting photos with Santa at the mall is a timeless tradition, and a great way to celebrate the holiday season. No lines, no fuss. Just friendly staff, a jolly Santa, a professional to take the pics and heartwarming photos to capture the moment! The closer we get to Christmas, the busier photos with Santa events get.
It can be hard enough to get a good photo with Santa with kids (or your furry “four-legged” kids) — between nap time, meal times and sometimes fear of strangers, parents never know what to expect with Santa pictures. One tip is to schedule the pics around the best times for your kids or pets. [Read more…] about Ho, Ho, Hurry! Book Your Santa Photos at Denver Area Malls. Use Our Promo Code For Free Photo!
Does Colorado Owe You Money? Get It Now.
With our busy lives, it’s easy to lose track of the small things. A rebate check, that bank account you opened to get a free toaster or maybe a security deposit? Check out The Great Colorado Payback. The program is responsible for reuniting Coloradans with their lost or forgotten assets. The website helps you search for unclaimed property including royalties, refunds, rebates, uncashed insurance checks and more. [Read more…] about Does Colorado Owe You Money? Get It Now.
Christmas Toy Giveaways: FREE Toys For Kids This Holiday Season
Each year, local organizations and community groups sponsor Christmas toy giveaways, to make sure children in families with limited funds can still believe that a joyous holiday spirit includes everyone, regardless of faith (and if you do believe in Santa, he can always find you). We’re collecting as many of these toy giveaways and events as we can find, and listing them here. [Read more…] about Christmas Toy Giveaways: FREE Toys For Kids This Holiday Season
RTD Offers Two ‘Zero Fare’ Free Days So You Can Easily Get Out To Vote
RTD, in collaboration with the Colorado County Clerks Association, is offering two Zero Fare to Vote days to encourage voter participation in the upcoming election. That means you can ride for FREE on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, which is National Vote Early Day and on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, which is Election Day. [Read more…] about RTD Offers Two ‘Zero Fare’ Free Days So You Can Easily Get Out To Vote
DCPA Needs Volunteers for Current Theatre Season — Benefits Include Free Tickets!
If you love the theatre and are feeling generous with your time, the Denver Center for the Performing Arts has the perfect opportunity for you. As the DCPA stages the 2024/25 theatre season, the nonprofit organization is looking for volunteers to support its locally produced Theatre Company, Theatre for Young Audiences, Cabaret and Off-Center productions. [Read more…] about DCPA Needs Volunteers for Current Theatre Season — Benefits Include Free Tickets!
Get Free Copying, Printing Faxing & Scanning at Denver Public Libraries
File this one under who knew? Denver Public Libraries offer totally FREE printing and/or copying services from library computers or you can print remotely (by sending in your file) from your own device. Libraries offer both 8.5″ x 11″ (letter) or 8.5″ x 14″ (legal) sized printing. Printing and copying is limited to 100 pages a day per customer.
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Recycle Backpacks & School Supplies at Staples for Bonus Savings
Now that school’s over and summer’s officially here, it might be time to do a little cleaning up of last year’s school gear and supplies. Rather than just throwing them away, families can put them to good use by recycling them at Staples. And, in return, Staples will give them a special discount to use on buying new supplies for the home, office or school. [Read more…] about Recycle Backpacks & School Supplies at Staples for Bonus Savings
What You Need to Know About New Ticketing Laws for Concerts in Colorado
Every fan knows that buying tickets to see your favorite artist or band in concert can be a treacherous experience, given it can be confusing as to what exactly you’re paying or who exactly you’re buying the tickets from. Well, thankfully, the process will be clearer in Colorado due to the new bill just signed into law this past week on June 5, 2024. [Read more…] about What You Need to Know About New Ticketing Laws for Concerts in Colorado
Kids Done With Their Old Mattel or Fisher-Price Toys or Barbies? Recycle Them For Free
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
Totally Free Books For All Ages at BookGive Summer Give-Away. Take As Many As You Want!
BookGive Denver wants every person (adults and kids) to have free books they can keep and own. During its Summer Book Giveaway, you can fill a bag with books to read over the summer and not pay a penny! The books are totally FREE. and there is no limit on the number of books you can take. The outdoor event is Saturday, May 25, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the BookGive Denver service station.
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Discounts On Products To Help You Prepare Your Tax Returns
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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
Procter & Gamble Recalls 8.2 Million Defective Bags of Tide & Gain Detergent Pods. Here’s How To Get A Refund.
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.
Last Day! Vote For Us: Show How Much You Love MHOTC – Westword Best of Denver 2024
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