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• $36 for a custom 50”x60” fleece collage blanket ($109.99 value)
• $40 for a custom 50”x60” velveteen collage blanket ($129.99 value)
• $49.99 for a custom 60”x80” fleece collage blanket ($149.99 value)

Users first select a collage shape for their blanket, be it a simple rectangle, a teddy bear for a series of baby pictures, or a tree for an Arbor Day enthusiast. Once photos are uploaded to the easily navigated site, the images are printed on fleece or velveteen. The personalized piece can withstand regular machine washings, and it arrives ready for any and all blanket duties.

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Mattress technology has evolved over the years, moving from cloth stuffed with goose feathers to memory foam stuffed with the softest pages of old history books. Repose on a personalized pallet with this Groupon.

Choose from Four Options

• $299 for $1,150 toward twin or twin XL memory-foam mattresses
• $379 for $1,200 toward full memory-foam mattresses
• $399 for $1,300 toward queen memory-foam mattresses
• $499 for $2,000 toward king or california king memory-foam mattresses

Shipping is included, and each mattress features a 20-year limited warranty. For mattresses priced less than the value of the Groupon voucher, customers may purchase multiple mattresses of the same model.

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The Deal

$99 for one Cisco networking package ($4,443.60 value)

• Includes the following 9 Cisco courses:
  • Cisco CCENT
  • Cisco CCNA
  • Cisco Route 642-902 (CCNP)
  • Cisco Switch 642-813 (CCNP)
  • Cisco Troubleshoot 642-832 (CCNP)
  • Cisco CCNA Security
  • Cisco CCNA Voice
  • Cisco CCDA 640-864
  • Cisco CCNA Wireless
• Provides a comprehensive introduction to computer networking and security
• Topics include troubleshooting, implementing Cisco IP routing, handling security threats, and voice certification
• Package provides 12 months of access to downloads, templates, quizzes, and practice tests to improve IT knowledge

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• $9 for one personalized softcover children’s book ($24.99 value)
• $14 for one personalized hardcover children’s book ($39.99 value)

The book is personalized with a child’s name, allowing them to have a starring role in the story.

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• $29 for a manicure and express pedicure ($50 value)
• $55 for two manicures and express pedicures ($100 value)

Cuticles: Defending Your Digits

Cuticles form an occasionally contested border between skin and nail. Learn how nail technicians can safely get them into good condition with Groupon’s investigation.

No one pays much attention to cuticles until they start causing trouble. Either they grow thick enough to intrude on a uniform manicure or they tear and cause pain. But the clingy strips of skin at the bottom of each nail actually perform some important functions. First, cuticles act as protective barriers that help new keratin cells grow into long, healthy nails instead of short, creepy talons. Second, they help keep bacteria out of the nail bed, where it can cause painful infections. 

Though some nail salons offer to trim your cuticles during a manicure, the risk of infection—even with properly sanitized instruments—may outweigh any aesthetic benefit. After all, cuticles will grow back no matter what, so even a temporarily neater line at the base of the nail is unlikely to last for more than a few days. But nail technicians do have ways of fashioning smooth ovals or almond shapes without exposing the nail to dangerous intruders. First, they’ll avoid tearing the skin by making sure it’s as soft and supple as possible. An intensive moisturizer will help, as will a soak in a bowl of warm water. Once the hands are well-conditioned, the tech will begin carefully, gently working with a cuticle stick, first pushing the cuticles back and then, with a tiny circular motion, buffing away any dead skin remnants and dried-on cupcake frosting still clinging to the nail.

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The Deal

• $19 for an online screenwriting course ($299 value)

• Screenwriting workshop shows how to plan, write, polish, and market your idea to get it onto the big screen
• 51 online videos cover more than 7 hours of material
• Taught by screenwriter Dani Alcorn

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Choose from Three Options

• $29 for one Groupon, good for race entry for one ($45 value)
• $54 for two Groupons, each good for race entry for one ($90 value)
• $99 for four Groupons, each good for race entry for one ($180 value)

The race takes place on Saturday, September 12, and benefits Friends 4 the Future. Packet pickup begins at 5 p.m., and the first group of racers takes off at 7 p.m.

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Choose From Four Options

• $45 for 10 Yoga Classes
• $85 for 20 Yoga Classes
• $25 for 10 Zumba Classes
• $45 for 20 Zumba Classes

A Chat with Curves - Tucson

What services does your business offer and what makes your business stand out from the competition?
Curves is a weight-loss center specially designed for women. No men, no makeup, no mirrors. We have friendly staff that is always available to help you on your road to success! It’s a very welcoming low pressure atmosphere.

Exercise is challenging. How do you keep clients motivated and engaged?
We have an incredible system that both coaches and records. We call it Curves Smart - it tells you if you need to be pushing harder, and records everything you do on the machines so you can compare to previous workouts. We also have excellent circuit coaches that stick with you every step of the way

What was the inspiration to start or run this business?
We believe in inspiring and educating. Weight loss and fitness don’t have to be difficult to understand and goals are attainable!

What do you love most about your job?
We have a positive and encouraging atmosphere of support and understanding. No one is here to judge anyone—if you’re here, you’re doing great and doing what you can to be the best you can be.

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Hotel at a Glance: Viscount Suite Hotel

One of the first things you’ll notice about the Viscount Suite Hotel is its sunlit four-story atrium. It makes the center of the hotel feel like an outdoor courtyard with fountains, string lights, and patio tables. The hotel is just 4 miles from the University of Arizona’s gorgeous campus, which resembles a Mediterranean oasis in the middle of the desert. This all-suite hotel lets guests stretch out: two-room suites have more than 500 square feet of space.

• Deal perk: This getaway comes with a $10 dining credit at Wilbur’s Grill, which serves burgers, sandwiches, pasta dishes, and more.
• Go for a swim in the outdoor pool or relax in the hot tub.
• In-suite amenities: mini refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffeemaker, and two televisions
• Mingle with other guests and enjoy complimentary snacks from Wilbur’s Grill at the daily manager’s reception.

Tucson, Arizona: Southwestern History and Culture Amid the Cacti

Tucson—or the Old Pueblo—is a bastion of southwestern culture surrounded by mountains and desert. Over the city’s long history, it’s absorbed elements from the many peoples who have lived or passed through here: Native Americans, Europeans, Latinos, and Asians to name a few. Today, this unique blend is especially evident in the downtown restaurant scene, where you can get authentic chilies rellenos, sushi, and upscale bistro fare with fine wines from nearby vintners.

Those willing to make the short trip outside of downtown can soak up the area’s gorgeous natural landscape at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, a combined botanical garden and zoo. Here, mountain lions, gila monsters, and more than 1,200 kinds of plants inhabit 21 acres of desert scenery.

Mission San Xavier del Bac, the “White Dove of the Desert,” is one of the oldest intact European structures in Arizona. This sprawling white adobe church, located about 10 miles south of downtown, was built in the 1700s. It’s a striking example of the area’s Spanish colonial architecture, with an interior adorned with frescoes and sculptures.

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Hotel at a Glance: Sheraton Tucson Hotel & Suites

Paprika-colored couches and outdoor fire pits lend southwestern flair to this Sheraton hotel. In the evening, you can enjoy a cocktail and s’mores in the courtyard or relax in a nearby pool and hot tub. Rooms feature plush Sheraton Sweet Sleeper beds and free WiFi.

• Fire + Spice Restaurant offers up a tasty blend of Native American, Spanish, and Mexican dishes, such as fire-roasted salmon and skirt-steak chimichurri.
• Dining discount: Guests who purchase this Groupon will receive a 15% discount on food and beverages during their stay (alcohol not included).
• Sample premium wines rated 90 or higher by Wine Spectator during the Sheraton Social Hour, which takes place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays ($5 for two 2-oz. pours).
• Get your Starbucks fix at the onsite Link Cafe, which offers freshly brewed coffee and snacks.
• Things to do: See 17th-century homes in the Spanish-Mexican Barrio Historico district, see Latin American and modern art at the Tucson Museum of Art, and leave the city behind while hiking Sabino Canyon.

Tucson, Arizona: Southwestern History and Culture Amid the Cacti

Tucson—or the Old Pueblo—is a bastion of southwestern culture surrounded by mountains and desert. Over the city’s long history, it’s absorbed elements from the many peoples who have lived or passed through here: Native Americans, Europeans, Latinos, and Asians to name a few. Today, this unique blend is especially evident in the downtown restaurant scene, where you can get authentic chilies rellenos, sushi, and upscale bistro fare with fine wines from nearby vintners.

Those willing to make the short trip outside of downtown can soak up the area’s gorgeous natural landscape at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, a combined botanical garden and zoo. Here, mountain lions, gila monsters, and more than 1,200 kinds of plants inhabit 21 acres of desert scenery.

Mission San Xavier del Bac, the “White Dove of the Desert,” is one of the oldest intact European structures in Arizona. This sprawling white adobe church, located about 10 miles south of downtown, was built in the 1700s. It’s a striking example of the area’s Spanish colonial architecture, with an interior adorned with frescoes and sculptures.

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