Free And Cheap - Janine Dorsey

Two Chances For Free Ice Cream

2009-07-15T16:01:43+00:00

From my inbox, let the record show that the are offering “samples.” Sometimes a sample can be skimpy.

In honor of National Ice Cream Month, Blue Bell will be part of two cool events this weekend during the “coolest” month of the year, July.

Datz Deli, 2616 S.…

Free Fish Taco Tuesday

2009-07-13T13:04:45+00:00

In case you missed the free Chik-Fil-A deal last week because you refused to dress up like a cow, there’s more free food on the horizon.

Tuesday July 14th is free Baja fish taco day at Long John Silvers.

The offer is only good during lunch hours from…

Free Coffee Mondays

2009-07-09T13:05:26+00:00

I’m not a coffee drinker, but I AM someone fond of free and cheap things.

So when I heard this ad on TV while sleeping last night, it registered with my subconscious.

McDonald’s is introducing “Free Mocha Mondays” now through August 3rd to promote their McCafe brand.

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Free Wing Wednesday

2009-07-07T18:26:35+00:00

For what it’s worth, patrons of Pollo Tropical can get 2 free wings on Wednesday July 8th if they flap their “wings” at the register.

Details follow:

People who flap their wings at the cashier will receive a free two-wing sample. Those who don’t flap their wings…

Humiliate Yourself, Get A Free Meal!

2009-07-07T15:05:17+00:00

It’s that time again.

The annual “dress up like a cow, get a free meal” day at Chik-Fil-A.

It’s Friday, July 10th.

If you don’t already have a professional cow costume, you can make your own with their helpful starter kit.

Click here to find a…

Free Brain Freeze On Tap

2009-07-07T14:23:04+00:00

In my inbox:

If it’s July 11 or 7/11, then Slurpee® drinks must be on the house at 7-Eleven stores. That’s because this Saturday is 7-Eleven Day, and the day the world’s first convenience retailer celebrates its birthday. 7-Eleven plans to give away close to 5 million…

Cheap Day At The Zoo

2009-07-06T14:11:52+00:00

Save the date: Sunday, July 19th is $5 day at Lowry Park Zoo.

Admission is only $5 per person, children under 2 are still free.

This special deal is sponsored by Wal-Mart, who apparently is doing well in this sour economy.

Free Bloomin’ Onion

2009-07-02T15:16:29+00:00

AAA members can now get a free Bloomin’ Onion with any purchase at Florida participating Outback restaurants.

Just show your card and save!

click here for details.

Free Paint For Everyone

2009-06-26T16:17:04+00:00

Wanna spruce up your space this summer since you’ll have all that free labor with the kids at home?

Get a free quart of paint to do the job!

Consumers can register online at www.glidden.com for their free quart of paint in any color June 25-July 2.…

Free reading-based activities for kids

2009-06-17T14:09:45+00:00

The Clearwater library system has a schedule of art and entertainment-based activities lined up:

• Monday, June 22, 2 p.m.
Participate in a Drumming Circle.
Clearwater Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave.

• Tuesday, June 23, 2 p.m.
Jiggle Man presents a juggling…