Cooler weather just cries out for a hot bowl of soup. Soup for supper can be an inexpensive, healthful, hearty meal for a family — with leftovers for lunch another day. Soups can get by with a small amount of protein — you have savings right there! They can be totally vegetarian (and possibly no one will notice, if you do it right). Pair them with a warm roll, a slice of garlic bread, … [Read More...]
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Del Taco Celebrates with 10 Daily Deals through Oct. 4
Del Taco is offering 10 days of deals to celebrate National Quesadilla Day and National Taco Day. Members of the new Del Yeah! Rewards program now have more rewards more often! From Saturday, Sept. 25 to Monday, Oct. 4 members can enjoy exclusive offers and perks including Buy One Cheddar Quesadilla, Get One Free on National Quesadilla Day (9/25) and a Free Stuffed Quesadilla … [Read More...]
Take In a Harvest Festival at McAllister House on Saturday
McAllister House Museum will host a Harvest Festival from 10 a.n. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, with antique cars, live music, apple pie raffles, food and beverages, kids arts and crafts, tours of the McAllister House and more at its historic location, 423 N. Cascade Ave. Admission is FREE. Musician Kevin Kuonen will play guitar and sing.. Executive Director Eric Metzger will have … [Read More...]
Old Colorado City Shoppers Get Some Treats Saturday
If you're shopping in Old Colorado City on Saturday, check out the free artist demonstrations at Michael Garman Gallery from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Also take advantage of 20 percent off some of the artist's wares. If you're looking for a nosh, the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory ahs a buy-one-get-one-free deal on caramel appeals. Many other stores and art galleries also have sales this weekend. … [Read More...]
Ideas for 102 Halloween Costumes You Can Make
Halloween will be here before you know it, and even if you’re staying home for it, you’ll still want to wear your costume! We’ve gathered up 102 cheap and easy Halloween costume ideas for you here. DIY your Halloween costume this year and save your money for candy! There’s no need to settle for the high-priced, mass-produced, store-bought costumes (although we have seen some clever and cute … [Read More...]
Try These Great Fall Recipes Using Apples and Pumpkins
Fall is here, and it’s time for hot cider, hearty stews and, naturally, pumpkins and apples. They’re everywhere – piled in front of grocery stores and farmers markets, decorating the classroom and even gracing the front desk at the gym. And why not? They’re colorful, festive, have a long shelf life and … yes, they taste pretty darn good. If you’re always on the look for something beyond the basic … [Read More...]
Hear ‘Latina Voices’ Perform Saturday at Library 21c
The “Latina Voices” program celebrates its 10th anniversary with a special event from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 25 at Library 21C, 1175 Chapel Hills Drive. Presented by Friends of the Pikes Peak Library District, the event showcases the successes and talents of southern Colorado Latinas. This year’s presenters include: Adriana Jones Rincon, a local musician and dancer and general … [Read More...]
Take the Family to Visit an Alpaca Farm this Weekend
Wild Hair Alpacas will be open this weekend for anyone to come meet and learn about alpacas. Meet more than 100 alpacas ranging in age from 7 weeks to 21 years old in all 16 colors. Thee will be craft demonstrations like spinning or felting. Kids can take home pictures of alpacas to color or to glue alpaca fiber to. Masks will be required for the store, and anyone not vaccinated is … [Read More...]
There Are Plenty of Creative Ways to Recycle Sweaters
What should you do with old sweaters? You bought those sweaters for ski slopes you no longer visit, holiday and ugly-sweater parties at offices where you no longer work, or for fashions and sizes you no longer wear. Now, they take up space in your closets and drawers. The wool sweaters itch; others have issues — they pill, they pull, they snag, they shrink. Some are beautiful — and some are … [Read More...]
Check Out the Specials at Red Lobster on Sept. 25
In honor of lobster enthusiasts’ favorite day of the year, National Lobster Day (!!!) on September 25, Red Lobster is celebrating its namesake by offering guests $5 Lobster Appetizers* – including guest-favorite craveable selections, with the purchase of an adult entrée: Langostino Lobster-Artichoke-and-Seafood Dip Lobster and Langostino Pizza Lobster Bisque … [Read More...]
A Great Date Night Doesn’t Have to Mean Dining Out
A date night is a way to reconnect as a couple. But you don’t have to have the typical dinner and drinks to make the experience romantic. With a little bit of planning and imagination, your date nights can be memorable and cheap. It can range from cooking your spouse a dinner with special meaning (remember that first-date spaghetti?) to getting creative with the setting (a back yard picnic). It … [Read More...]
Forever Fondue Back at Melting Pot through Sept. 29
Dip your heart out – Forever Fondue is back at The Melting Pot! Available every Monday through Wednesday through September 29th, guests can enjoy a 3-Course Endless Entrée (YES! You read that right…ENDLESS!) featuring Herb-Crusted Chicken, Filet Mignon, Shrimp, and Teriyaki-Marinated Steak with salad and chocolate fondue. Craving cheese fondue? Up it to a 4-course for an additional $10. For … [Read More...]
Regal Cinemas Offer Special Deals on Tuesdays Only
Tuesday is the day to go to the movies for frugal film fanatics at Regal Cinemas. Everyone knows the movies can be an expensive adventure (especially for families), so any opportunity to save money is worthy of the spotlight. Every Tuesday, Regal Crown Club members can enjoy Value Days with discounted tickets. Exact pricing ranges slightly by location, so check your local area to confirm the … [Read More...]