Hey Denver! Are you looking to make some extra money? Of course, you are, who isn’t? Focus Group by Schlesinger wants to reward you for sharing your opinion on topics such as food, beverages, technology, entertainment, and more!
You can earn money by participating in Focus Groups, Online Surveys, Webcam Discussions, Product Tests and Phone Interviews. [Read more…] about Earn Money By Sharing Your Opinion From Home
Calling all Mile High Moms! Do you have a newborn at home? Could you use some extra money? Of course, you could — you just had a baby. Focus Group by Schlesinger is looking for moms of newborns (up to 12 weeks old) to participate in an upcoming study and earn $200 to $1,200! [Read more…] about New Moms Can Earn Money By Sharing Their Opinions
If you’re a “weekly flipper” (someone who loves to flip through the weekly grocery ads, like we do!), you might be a little surprised lately. Many print ads are nowhere to be found. Things change so quickly that many retailers have trouble keeping up with consumer demand and a constantly shifting inventory. If you didn’t know, most weekly ads are planned weeks (if not, months) in advance. As a result, making last-minute changes can be a challenge. [Read more…] about Where Are The Weekly Ads? Flipp Has All The Answers.
Sunshine Home Share Colorado is a local nonprofit offering FREE financial wellness counseling to older adults. Working with a financial “social worker,” you can learn how to improve your financial health, deal with money issues and take control of your financial well-being. Private one-on-one sessions for anyone 55 and older are being held at various libraries in February. [Read more…] about Free Financial Wellness Counseling Available To Seniors
In support of Colorado’s continuing efforts to combat the pandemic and limit the spread of COVID-19, the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) is offering KN95 and surgical-grade masks for FREE to Coloradoans at various libraries throughout the state. The masks are now available, while supplies last. [Read more…] about Updated! Where to Get Free KN95 and Surgical-Grade Masks in Colorado
There’s so much to experience and explore in Downtown Denver, but, for some, the paid parking is a major deterrent. (So is just finding a parking space on some days!) If you hate feeding quarters into those darn parking meters (and/or having to keep checking the time for when your meter expires), remember that metered parking is FREE every Sunday and on City holidays in Denver. Keep your change and don’t worry about the time! [Read more…] about Free Metered Parking on Sundays & Holidays in Denver
Indulge in too many “spirits” or feeling a little ghoulish this Halloween weekend? Halloween parties are a tradition for many. However, if alcohol is part of the festivities, don’t even think about getting behind the wheel to get home. The Sawaya Law Firm is once again offering FREE cab, UBER or Lyft rides from Friday, October 29 to Sunday, October 31.
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Know your numbers! Did you know you’re entitled to a FREE copy of your credit report once a year? It’s one of the best ways to know your credit history and monitor for any potential identity theft. Plus, many consumers find accounts once thought closed still open, so it’s an opportunity to do some important “housecleaning.” [Read more…] about Get Free Credit Report Every 12 Months — Weekly Reports Available For Limited Time
Due to popular demand (or maybe just to see if we could do it), we have created a Mile High on the Cheap Facebook Group. While we always encourage you to submit your events for publication on the website, this new Group is another way to spread the word about those that somehow escape our attention, are outside our price-point, last-minute or just aren’t quite right for our calendar. [Read more…] about New Way To Share Your Events With Other MHOTC Readers
If your head is spinning with all the changes, disruptions, cancellations and uncertainty to our daily lives, you aren’t alone. We at Mile High On The Cheap feel it, too. In fact, we’re working even harder to stay on top of what’s happening in the Denver-Boulder area and keep you informed in a timely manner. Though we post about things we think you’ll find of interest, sometimes we learn of something newsworthy that may not be worth a stand-alone post. But, we want to share. [Read more…] about Want A Covid Vaccine? No Appointment Needed At 3 Sites. Here’s The Latest News You Can Use
Congrats to those who have received their coronavirus vaccine. Now you need to ensure you have a record to prove you have done so. Everyone who receives the vaccine gets a CDC Covid-19 Vaccination Record Card. Both Office Depot/Office Max and Staples are offering to laminate your card for FREE. [Read more…] about Office Depot/Office Max & Staples Will Laminate Your COVID-19 Vaccination Card For Free
The ever-changing Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Covid-19 dial is changing…again. Right now, the public is being asked for their input by Monday, March 22 at noon. The final guidelines will become available on Tuesday, March 23, and the new dial — 3.0 — will go into effect on Wednesday, March 24. We’ll update this post at that time, noting any changes. [Read more…] about Good News! Expect A Reduction In Restrictions Soon. Bars Can Reopen. Outdoor Events To Have No Capacity Limits
Colorado Authors League (CAL) has created a FREE ebook for teachers and parents looking for fun and practical writing exercises for students from first grade through high school. Prompts for Young Writers is available in English and Spanish as a free ebook or PDF download. You can access the book by clicking here. [Read more…] about Free E-Book From Colorado Authors League For Teachers & Parents To Help Students With Writing
Back in April, Governor Jared Polis told Coloradans the Federal Government was literally paying us to stay home. But that hasn’t stopped the bills for rent, food, and other essential expenses. Nine months later, Congress finally got its act together and passed another relief package. It took the President until December 27 to sign the bill (about one week later than expected), and we’re guessing you might have some questions about the second federal stimulus check. [Read more…] about When Will I Get My Second Federal Stimulus Check And How Much?
Douglas County Libraries is offering a new Study Hall + Student Support service for middle and high school students who might be struggling with online learning. The FREE service, part of the DCL Learning Lab, offers dedicated space for students in grades 6 to 12 to work on school assignments and get help with math, language arts and science schoolwork from qualified tutors. [Read more…] about Douglas County Libraries Offers Free Tutors & Homework Help
As Denver, Aurora and other communities wind down their large-scale testing operations, most are moving toward community-based test sites, to provide free, low-barrier testing to historically underserved communities and those most impacted by COVID-19. But tests remain available throughout the state. Depending on each site’s logistics, folks will be able to drive up and/or walk up for testing. Community testing locations and times are available at denvergov.org/covid19testing. [Read more…] about Need A Covid-19 Test? Here’s How To Find A Nearby Testing Site
With minimal fanfare but abundant excitement, Longmont Public Library staff will open the Library doors to patrons on Thursday, July 23 for the first time in four months. In order to best protect the public and staff, the Library will reopen with a limited “Grab-n-Go” operating model in place. Here’s what you need to know before you decide to visit. [Read more…] about Longmont Library Opens For In-Library Services With Reduced Hours
It took a while, but the Denver Public Library has found a way to help those who desperately need a computer and internet access. Even though DPL libraries remain closed for in-person services (like using a computer station), it is rolling out a FREE laptop “rental” service for use by anyone in the community, no library card required. [Read more…] about Need Computer Access? Denver Public Library Has Started Laptop ‘Checkout’
With many in-person Colorado motor vehicle services shuttered and long lines building outside of the DMVs that are open, it can be really frustrating to register your car, renew a license plate and more. And let’s face it, time is money. Now the state is partnering with AAA Colorado to increase consumer choice, shorten wait times and keep Coloradans safe. The solution: Colorado MV Express. [Read more…] about More DMV Services With Less Waiting…Or No Wait At All
While the closing (again) of bars and nightclubs made headlines last week, it overshadowed what will be the next important step in Colorado’s slow slog back to some sense of normalcy — Protect Our Neighbors. This is going to be the next and final phase of reopening. Once counties and communities achieve Protect Our Neighbors status, this will be our new normal for the foreseeable future. Here’s what you need to know, including what it may mean for most of us. [Read more…] about Colorado’s ‘Protect Our Neighbors’ Phase And Our Take On What It May Mean For You