Pikes Peak on the Cheap

Ghosts, ghouls and creepy clowns may scare you this Halloween, but fans who come to DQ on October 31 have nothing to fear if they’re looking for a delicious meal -- and deal! At participating DQ locations, for one day only, fans can get a Kid’s Meal for $1.99 using the DQ mobile app.    A DQ Kid’s Meal comes complete with a choice of an entree, side, drink and classic vanilla or chocolate Kid’s … [Read More...]

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This fall offer from Wendy’s will definitely leave trick-or-treaters in the cold…really. Rather than handing out candy for Halloween, you can give the “little monsters” a lesson in saving money by dropping a coupon in their bag. A coupon they’re sure to redeem for a sweet treat later with mom and dad. The burger chain is again offering its annual Halloween Boo! Books. For $1, get a booklet of … [Read More...]

Colorado Parks and Wildlife launched its new podcast on Monday, titled Colorado Outdoors, with Director Dan Prenzlow giving a state of the union type of address on Colorado's great outdoors in the introductory episode. The podcast provides a new avenue for CPW to tell the story of the agency to both the residents of Colorado and those who come here to enjoy all the natural resources this fine … [Read More...]

As families reconsider Halloween traditions such as trick-or-treating given the pandemic, Lowe's is celebrating the holiday in a new way this year with the launch of drive-through curbside trick-or-treating events at all stores nationwide from 6-7 p.m. on Oct. 29. Beginning Saturday, Oct. 10, families can visit Lowes.com/DIY to reserve a spot for Lowe's Halloween experience at their local … [Read More...]

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is celebrating Halloween with two spooktacular offers that are sure to have you boogying into the world’s largest barbecue concept on Oct. 31. On Halloween, Dickey’s invites parents to bring in their kiddos for a special treat. All kids, ages 12 and younger, who visit Dickey’s in their Halloween costume on Oct. 31 will eat for free at participating Dickey’s … [Read More...]

The Sam’s Club membership deal is back. Currently, there are two offers at Groupon that will save 53% on a membership package to Sam’s Club If you’ve been thinking about trying out Sam’s Club for warehouse shopping, now is the time. This is a great way to try it out and see the savings for yourself. A membership normally costs $45, so getting it for $25 is a great deal. The Deals: $25 for … [Read More...]

When the Pikes Peak Library District facilities closed in March due to COVID, the Friends bookstores also closed, and they have been unable to host events such as the October book sale. The closures and the gradual re-opening of the libraries have negatively impacted the Friends' budget and ability to support the library and library programs. The Friends of PPLD is offering the book-loving … [Read More...]

Thanks to Mookie Betts stealing second base in the first game of the World Series, America gets to crunch on a tasty freebie.  On Oct. 28, make a run to Taco Bell and pick up a FREE Doritos Locos Taco at participating locations, all day.  No purchase necessary, while supplies last. Limit one per person. For convenience, you can also “steal” your complimentary taco online for store pickup via … [Read More...]

Looking for an outdoor outing for your little one? Try Toddler Tuesdays, a new program at the Garden of the gods. Explore the natural world around you through the pages of some of your favorite stories. Each Toddler Tuesday will incorporate a guided story time that is paired with a fun and educational activity that connects the story time adventures with science and the great outdoors. This … [Read More...]

This is a good year to have a Halloween party at home. I have often made this cake that looks like a Jack o’ Lantern but is pretty delicious to cut up and eat (no seeds!). Start with the cake – you can do a pumpkin cake from scratch if you want to really be in the Halloween mode, but you also can do any flavor you like – spice, yellow, chocolate. You can make it from a mix, if you prefer. Make … [Read More...]

Red Lobster is offering a FREE order of Seafood-Stuffed Mushrooms with dine-in or To Go orders (pickup, curbside or delivery placed on RedLobster.com) over $40 with the coupon code LOBSTER28, now through 11/1. Additionally, Red Lobster is offering FREE delivery on To Go orders placed through RedLobster.com on 10/31. Red Lobster is also releasing a variety of at-home Halloween offerings for the … [Read More...]

Who doesn’t love McDonald’s fries? Especially, when they’re fresh, piping hot and don’t cost you a dime. Fry fans can get FREE medium fries with any purchase of $1 or more on Fridays at McDonald’s. The salty offer is valid only on Fridays at participating locations, through Dec. 25. Hours vary by location. (Locations may be closed on the final day of the offer, Christmas Day.) … [Read More...]