Value Center: December 21, 2009 - January 3, 2010 (a little late!)

GROCERY
$1.00 Freshlike Frozen Vegetables, 16 oz
-$0.35/1 coupon (from 11-15 SS, expires 1-10)
$0.30 after coupon

$1.00 Tony's Crispy Crust Pizza
-$0.50/1 coupon (from 10-4 or 10-18 SS, expires 12-31 or 12-13 SS), will be restricted from doubling
$0.50 after coupon

$1.00 Philadelphia Cream Cheese, 8 oz brick
-$0.55/2 coupon (from 12-6 SS)
$0.73 each when you buy 2 with coupon

$1.00 Red Baron Flatbread Melts, 6 oz

$1.67 Pillsbury Bleached All-Purpose Flour, 5 lb bag

B1G1 Lay's Potato Chips

B1G1 Country Fresh Ice Cream Sandwiches

MEAT/DELI
$1.00 Hillshire Farm Cheddarwurst Smoked Sausage, 16 oz
$1.79/lb Ground Beef from Chuck, value pack
$1.79/lb Boneless Pork Loin
$1.99/lb Boneless Beef English Cut Roast
$3.49/lb Lipari Old Fashioned Hard Salami
$3.99/lb Sara Lee Smoked Turkey Breast

PRODUCE
$1.00 Pascal Celery, stalk
$2.99 Seedless Navel Oranges, 6 lb bag

I've only listed the best matchups for the ad above. View all of this week's specials in the Value Center circular.
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Value Center Marketplace is located in Clinton Township on the corner of Metro Parkway (16 Mile) and Harper. You'll find 2 more locations in Madison Heights and Livonia.

You'll also find 2 more Value Fresh Marketplace locations in Warren (SE corner of Hoover and 10 Mile AND on Ryan Road, south of 9 Mile) that double coupons up to $1.00! They will not accept any printable coupons. They have a separate store ad, which you can view here.
For store hours or additional coupon information, visit the Value Center Website.

COUPON POLICY

• Limit 1 coupon per 1 item.Value Center also offers a customer rewards card - details are available in the store.
• Manufacturer coupons are doubled up to and including 50 cents. Coupons over 50 cents are taken at face value.
• Manufacturer coupons may not be used in conjunction with in-ad coupons.
  
• Coupons may only be used for the product and size stated. Sorry, no substitutions.
  
• When doubled, the coupon amount may not equal or exceed the price of the item. (MY NOTE: The register will double the coupon automatically, but when the cashier notices that the item will be free, they will manually override the coupon. Your mileage may vary, depending on cashier).
  
• Free, Red Box and In Store coupons are taken at face value only. Coupons that specifically state "NOT TO BE DOUBLED" are taken at face value only.
  
• Internet printable coupons are accepted up to and including $1.00. They are never doubled. FREE item coupons are excluded.
  

Salvation Army Thrift Stores: 1/2 Off All Clothing January 1!

Salvation Army Thrift Stores and Donation Centers
New Year's Day from 7 am - 10 pm
50% OFF ALL Clothing ALL Day
Listen while you shop for in-store specials to be announced!

For more information, call 1-866-GIVE-TOO or visit www.SalArmyThrift.com
Find a location near you HERE.

All Salvation Army Stores also run these specials regularly:

Monday - Starts a new 50% Off Color Tag
Tuesday - Military Discount Day 25% Off
Wednesday - Seniors 55+ 25% Off
Thursday - Student Discount Day 25% Off
Friday - 5 for $5 Color Tag of the Week
Saturday - 5 for $5 Color Tag of the Week

The next official 50% off Salvation Army clothing sale will be in March.

Free: $17 in ConAgra Coupons by Mail

Copy and paste the link below into a browser window to request a coupon booklet from Con Agra Foods by mail. It includes $17 in coupons and should arrive in 6-8 weeks! (Limit one per household while supplies last).

http://startsampling.com/sm/101044/captureAddress.iphtml?item=101044&source=

There's also a $25 ConAgra coupon booklet available when you purchase $10 in participating ConAgra brands here. You'll need to purchase your items and submit the rebate by March 28, 2010. Thanks, For the Mommas!

Printable Coupons: Last Chance Reminder!

Today is your last chance to print before many of the available coupons will disappear.
CLICK HERE to print any of the following - you may not want to miss these! (There are more, too, so be sure to browse!):

$1.00/1 Frosted Mini Wheats Little Bites
$0.75/1 Cocoa Puffs
$0.75/1 Malt-O-Meal product
$0.50/1 Kellogg's Raisin Bran
$0.50/1 Chex Mix
$0.50/1 Minute Rice
$1.00/1 Wonka Gummies
$1.50/1 Hormel Refrigerated Entree
$2.00/1 Theraflu
$2.50/1 John Frieda Luxurious Volume
$4.00/1 Sudafed Triple Action Caplets

Some NEW coupons have already appeared. You might want a head start on printing these:

$1.00/2 Nestle Pure Life Water
$0.55/1 Velveeta
$2.00/1 L'Oreal Makeup, Powder, Blush or Concealer Product
$2.00/1 L'Oreal Haircolor
$1.00/1 L'Oreal Eye Product
$1.00/1 L'Oreal Lip Product
$1.00/1 L'Oreal Skincare
$0.75/1 L'Oreal Vive Pro Product
$2.00/1 EverPure shampoo, conditioner or treatment

Are there other coupons you'll be printing before the month's end?

New $35 Coupon Book from Home Made Simple

Yes, another Home Made Simple coupon booklet is available by mail when you sign up using this NEW link. These booklets include $35 worth of coupons for the brands listed above - a great way to build your coupon stash for future sales. I was just able to request another booklet. Thanks, Deal Seeking Mom!

Now is a great time to make sure you've signed up for the Home Made Simple newsletter - you'll score even more savings from Cascade, Dawn, Febreeze, Mr. Clean and Swiffer!

Metro Parent Magazine Mentions Macomb Money Savers!

Have you ever read Metro Parent magazine? It's free and available to locations around Southeast Michigan, including libraries, daycares, businesses and more. Macomb locations are listed here (and you can search according to zip code).

The new January 2010 issue includes this unsolicited blurb on page 14 (and I was SHOCKED when my friend Tracy emailed to congratulate me on the honorable mention):

Resolve to...Save Money

If you're looking for deals, coupons and money-saving information to start the year out right, there's a local source that can help. MacombMoneySavers.com offers links to stores like Target, Aldi and Nino Salvaggio, to name a few, with updated information on deals and prices for produce, groceries and additional purchases.

The site allows you to print out coupons, provides links to money-saving websites and even lets its users post helpful tips and ideas.

With dates at the top of each page, users can see when things have been updated, so they are assured that they have up-to-date information and savings. 

-- Stacey Mourtos

Thank you, Stacey Mourtos, wherever you are! And thanks to all of you for making this such a great place to be! See if you can find this great info in January's Metro Parent magazine, too - it's available around Southeast Michigan now!

Home Depot Kids' Workshop: Calendar on Jan 2

Visit your local Home Depot this Saturday, January 2, 2010 with your child to make a FREE Calendar! (Remember that these also make great gifts for the people in your child's life!)

From the Home Depot website: The workshops are free, how-to clinics designed for children ages 5-12, available on the first Saturday of each month between 9 a.m. and noon at all The Home Depot stores. Children, accompanied by an adult, use their skills to create objects that can be used in and around their homes or communities. Along with their newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.

Looking for a project for younger kids? Lakeshore Learning Store features Free Crafts for Kids each Saturday from 11 am - 3 pm.

Randazzo: December 30, 2009 - January 5, 2010

Randazzo Fresh Market will be open from 8 am - 6 pm on New Year's Eve and 10 am - 5 pm on New Year's Day.

PRODUCE
$0.25 Haas Avocadoes
$0.89 Aunt Mid's Mini Carrots, 1 lb bag
$0.99 Grape Tomatoes, pkg
$1.29 Organic Carrots, 2 lb bag
$1.99 Randazzo Fresh Salad Blends, pkg
$2.99 E-Z Peel Clementines, 5 lb box

Other unadvertised prices I found when shopping on 12-30 (these may or may not last all week):
$0.33 Kiwifruit
$0.33 Jumbo Green Peppers
$0.48 Carrots, 1 lb bag
$0.50 Cucumbers
$1.50 Pomegranate

DAIRY
$0.99 Extra Large Eggs, dozen (limit 2, please)

GROCERY
$1.99/lb 100% Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil

$4.99 Randazzo Fresh Homemade Brick Oven Pizza with Cheese & 2 Toppings
(plus tax, Macomb location only)

View the entire Randazzo Fresh Market ad this week.

Disney: Free One Day Admission when you Volunteer in 2010

If you're thinking about a visit to Disney this year, you might want to know about this opportunity. Beginning January 1, 2010, Disney is launching its "Give a Day, Get a Disney Day" program. Disney is offering a one day, one park admission pass to the first million guests (ages 6 and up) who complete a day of verified volunteer work with a participating organization in 2010. There are PLENTY of rules and restrictions that you'll want to read, but it's still a nice offer!

Collecting Coupons: Newspaper Inserts

As you're cleaning out the remainder of those coupons that expire at the end of the year, it's a great time to think about building up your coupon stash! In the coming days, I hope to share a series of posts with you on some of the best ways to create an abundance of coupons. It's always easier to save and stock up when you have a variety of savings to choose from!

Most of the coupons in existence arrive each week in the Sunday newspaper. While it can be more convenient to have a subscription, it's not necessary. Here are some things to keep in mind:

• BIGGER PAPER = BETTER COUPONS
  Newspapers in large cities (like the Detroit News/Free Press, Chicago Tribune, etc) generally offer more coupons with better values than smaller papers. In the Macomb area, the Detroit News/Free Press is your best bet.
  
  
• HOW MANY PAPERS DO I NEED?
  A good rule of thumb is to purchase 1 copy for each person in your household. I purchase additional copies if the coupons are especially good that week (i.e. savings on items I know we'll use) and less if there aren't many inserts. If you're just starting out, 1 or 2 newspaper copies will still help your budget. Many deal matchups may require you to use 2 or 4 coupons in one transaction in order to save - and you'll want a few to be able to stock up on items when prices are at their lowest.
  
  
• WHAT CAN I DO WITH ALL THAT PAPER?
  First of all, you'll want to be sure you've grabbed every coupon in the paper. Some coupons will hide in the Parade or USA Weekend inserts and others have been found in the newspaper itself. Then you can find a creative way to recycle it! You can wash your windows, line your bird cage, wrap a gift or donate copies to a classroom if you'd rather not take it to the recycling center!
  
  
• ISN'T IT EXPENSIVE TO PURCHASE EXTRA PAPERS?
  Since the cost of a newspaper copy has risen recently (in our area to $1.50), you will want to make sure you're serious about using your coupons if you're thinking about purchasing extras. You can quickly earn back the money you spent on a paper in one well-planned shopping trip. Many dollar stores (including Dollar Tree and Dollar Castle) offer the Sunday paper for $1.00 - and often you can still find remaining copies available on Monday and Tuesday.
  
  Ask your friends, coworkers and neighbors for extra coupon inserts - those who don't use coupons have no use for them! If you're able to pick up items for cheap or free with those coupons, you might consider bringing them a little treat every once in a while to show your appreciation or letting them know what you were able to donate with their help.
  
  If you're a CVS or Walgreens shopper, buying papers is an easy way to use up your Extra Care Bucks and Register Rewards before they expire.
  
  
• DO I REALLY NEED TO CUT ALL THOSE COUPONS?
  NO. And if you're short on time (like me), I don't recommend it. I like the method Coupon Mom endorses. Group your coupon inserts each week (use a paperclip, binder clip, staple, rubberband, file folder, etc.) and write the date on the front. Then use the free Grocery Coupon Database she provides to search for existing coupons and clip only those you'll use as you prepare your shopping list each week. (You'll be asked to register, but there's no cost).
  
  If you like having your coupons with you in the store, you'll want to cut a couple copies worth. You can stack each identical page from each insert together and cut at once to save a little time. Organize them in a way that works for you (coupon box, file, binder, etc.) and you're ready to shop!
  

Do you buy extra papers each week? Do you have any questions about collecting coupons from newspapers? I'll be back with more on swapping coupons to beef up your coupon stash even further!

Meijer Money-Saving Meal: Chili Rubbed Pork Chops with Crash Hot Potatoes

Thanks to Colleen for gathering this money-saving meal based on the Meijer Matchups this week:

Chili Rubbed Pork Chops

2 tsp chili powder

2 1/2 tsp packed light brown sugar

1 tsp ground cumin

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

4 lean pork loin boneless center cut chops

cooking spray

1. Mix the first 6 ingredients in a small bowl.
   
2. Butterfly the pork chops. Pry the chops open and flatten them. Rub the spice mixture on both sides of all 4 chops. Place meat on plate, cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour (and up to 24 hours).
   
3. Spray a grill rack or large grill pan with spray, then heat.
   
4. Grill pork chops for 3 minutes, then turn and continue cooking until meat is firm. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Serve with Crash Hot Potatoes from The Pioneer Woman (you'll see a picture recipe tutorial with this link)

Ingredients:

12 whole new potatoes (or other small round potatoes) - Meijer has red potatoes on sale

3 Tbsp olive oil

salt and black pepper to taste

rosemary (or other herbs or choice)

Become a Macomb Money Savers Fan for Facebook Deals and Coupons

Macomb Money Savers

Did you know that there is an official Macomb Money Savers Facebook Fan Page? If you're on Facebook, I'd love for you to join us! Currently, I post all of the Facebook freebies and coupons there (so if you're interested in those printable coupons and freebies, you'l want to make sure you're a fan!). I also update the Facebook page with any time-sensitive money-saving posts (in case you're hanging out on Facebook) and you'll be notified in your news stream. Plus, it's a great place to share deals, ask questions and CHAT. Macomb Money Savers has amazing, helpful fans - and there's always something to learn there!

Here are the latest Facebook deals that I've found:

• $1.00/1 Wheat Thins printable coupon when you become a Wheat Thins fan
  
• $2.00/1 Nexxus product coupon when you become a Nexxus fan

I hope you'll join me on Facebook (and invite your friends) and make it a great place to be!

2010 Newspaper Coupon Insert Schedule

Visit Sunday Coupon Preview and click the link on the top navigation bar for the "2010 Insert Schedule." It's always helpful to know which coupons to expect each week throughout the year. Procter & Gamble usually releases their insert on the first Sunday of every month, but since they've been mixing it up a bit lately (they threw in an insert last weekend to surprise us, for example!), no one is completely sure what to expect from them in 2010. Either way, you'll want to take a peek - and maybe even keep the information on file for reference!

Here's what's in the lineup for January:

• January 3: 2 SmartSource - 2 RedPlum - 1 General Mills (the biggest coupon weekend of the year - a GREAT time to stock your coupon stash!)
• January 10: 1 SmartSource - 1 RedPlum
• January 17: 1 SmartSource - 1 RedPlum - 1 Procter & Gamble
• January 24: 1 SmartSource - 1 RedPlum
• January 31: 1 SmartSource - 1 RedPlum

Shopper's Market: December 29, 2009 - January 4, 2010

Shopper's Market stores are located in Warren and Centerline; they will double 2 identical manufacturer coupons up to $1.00 (printables not accepted).

PLEASE leave a comment on this post if you're interested in assisting with coupon matchups for this store. I'll teach you what you need to know!

GROCERY

$1.29 New York Texas Toast Croutons, 5 oz
-$0.55/1 coupon (from 11-8 SS)
$0.19 after coupon

$1.99 Sunshine Cheez-It Crackers or Keebler Crackers
-$1.00/2 coupon (from 12-13 RP)
$0.99 each when you buy 2 with coupon

$3.00 Buitoni Pasta or Sauce, 9-15 oz
-$1.00/1 coupon (from 10-4 SS, expires 12-31)
$1.00 after coupon

$1.00 Flavorite Chunk or Shredded Cheese, 8 oz

$1.99 Lay's Potato Chips

MEAT
$0.79/lb Split Chicken Breast, family pack
$0.99/lb Assorted Bone-In Pork Country Ribs
$1.49/lb Bone-In Pork Steaks, family pack
$1.79/lb Ground Beef from Round, family pack
$3.99/lb Jennie-O Oven Roasted or Smoked Turkey Breast (deli)
$3.99/lb Eckrich Hard Salami or Pepperoni
$3.99/lb Kowalski Polish Ham

$0.99 Bob Evans Express Pork Sausage, 8 oz
-$0.25/1 coupon (from 12-6 SS)
$0.49 after coupon

PRODUCE
$0.44 Cucumbers, Green Onions or Radishes
$0.88 Head Lettuce, each
$0.99 Mini Carrots, 1 lb bag
$1.49 Cantaloupes

I have only listed the best deals this week - but there are other good prices in the ad.
Browse this week's Shopper's Market ad here.

COUPON POLICY (According to store employees on November 9)

• Double manufacturer coupons up to $1.00 (excluding cigarettes and sale pop)
• Coupons that read "do not double" will be redeemed at face value
• LIMIT 2 identical coupons per transaction
• NO internet printable coupons will be accepted

Oak Ridge: December 29, 2009 - January 4, 2010

Please shop with care - Oak Ridge has extremely challenging coupon policies! I highly recommend purchasing different varieties of coupon items to make sure you remain within store policy AND using a calculator so that you know exactly what your total should be (just in case a coupon doesn't double as expected)! Take a look at the Oak Ridge coupon policy as well.

GROCERY
$1.00 New York Texas Toast Croutons, 5 oz asstd varieties
-$0.55/1 coupon (from 11-8 SS), at least 1 coupon will double*
FREE after coupon

$0.50 Hunt's Tomato Sauce, 15 oz

$1.88 General Mills Cereals: 13 oz Reese's Puffs, 8.9 oz Cheerios, 10.7 oz Trix, 11.5 oz Lucky Charms, 11.8 oz Cocoa Puffs, 11.3 oz Cheerios Crunch or 10.9 oz Cheerios Banana Crunch
-$1.00/1 Cheerios printable coupon (via email), marked "do not double"
-$1.00/1 Trix, Lucky Charms or Cocoa Puffs printable coupon, marked "do not double"
-$0.75/1 Cocoa Puffs printable coupon, marked "do not double"
$0.88-1.13 after coupon

$2.99 Tidy Cats Cat Litter, 20 lb bag
-$1.00/1 coupon (from 10-4 RP), at least 1 coupon will double*
$0.99 after coupon

$1.99 Cheez-It Crackers, 11.5-13.7 oz asstd varieties
-$1.00/2 coupon (from 12-13 RP), at least 1 coupon will double*
$0.99 each when you buy 2 with coupon

$1.99 Rice Krispies Treats
-$1.00/2 printable coupon, at least 1 coupon will double if it scans*
$0.99 after coupon

$2.50 Breyer's Ice Cream, 48 oz
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 10-18 RP, expires 12-31), at least 1 coupon will double*
$1.00 after coupon

$1.00 Hillbilly Bread, 20 oz

$1.99 Lay's Potato Chips, 10.5-11 oz asstd varieties

$2.50 Wesson Vegetable Oil, 48 oz original ONLY
-$0.25/1 coupon (from 11-15 SS, expires 12-31)
$2.00 after coupon

DAIRY
3 for $1.00 Prairie Farms Yogurt, 6 oz cups asstd varieties
-Buy 2 Get 1 FREE coupon (from 9-27 RP, expires 12-31)
$0.22 each when you buy 3 with coupon

$1.00 Flavorite Shredded or Chunk Cheese, 8 oz asstd varieties

MEAT/DELI
$1.99/lb Boneless Bottom Round Rump Roast (pop-up timer included)
$1.99/lb Ground Beef from Round, family pack
$1.99 Gusto Regular Sliced Bacon, 16 oz
$1.99/lb Armour Deli Style Ham
$3.99 Fully Cooked Marinated Whole Chickens

PRODUCE
$0.50 Avocado
$2.49 California Seedless Navel Oranges, 4 lb bag

View all of the deals in the Oak Ridge Ad here.
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*OAK RIDGE LOCATIONS and COUPON POLICIES

VIEW the OFFICIAL OAK RIDGE COUPON POLICY here! Print it and take it with you if needed (although there may be a large poster near the registers in your store)!

All locations now appear to be using the published coupon policy. Each store will:

• Double up to 3 identical coupons, but for each identical coupon you will need to purchase a different variety/flavor
  
• Accept verified printable coupons ONLY if they scan

FRASER - 31240 Groesbeck (at 13 Mile) 586.296.7230
WARREN - 30800 Hoover Rd (at 13 Mile) 586.558.8500
WARREN - 26700 Ryan Rd (near 11 Mile) 586.754.0016
ROYAL OAK - 2560 Crooks Rd (at Webster, btw 12-13 Mile) 248.280.2820

Store hours vary slightly by location.

Busch's: December 28, 2009 - January 3, 2010

  

Thanks to Colleen for preparing these matchups! Please feel free to add any deals we missed!

NOTE: You'll want to print any printable coupons in COLOR, just to be sure that they'll be accepted at Busch's.

GROCERY

$1.88 Dannon Yogurt, all varieties
-$1.00/2 Light and Fit coupon (from 11-1 SS)
-$1.00/1 Danimals coupon (from 11-1 SS, expires 12-31)
-$1.00/1 DanActive coupon (from 10-4, 12-6 or 11-1 SS, expires 12-31)
-$1.00/1 Activia coupon (from 10-4 or 11-1 SS, expires 12-31)
$0.88-1.38 each, depending on coupon used

$1.00 Spartan Sour Cream or Dips, 16 oz

$1.00 Dairy Fresh Cream Cheese

$1.33 Kraft Chunk Cheese
*Must buy 3 to get this price - limit 1 offer per transaction*
-$1.00/2 coupn (from 11-22 SS, expires 12-31)
$1.00 each when you buy 3

$1.99 Country Crock, 15 oz
-$0.40/1 coupon (from 9-20 or 12-6 RP)
$1.19 after coupon

BOGO Breyer's Ice Cream
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 10-18 RP, expires 12-31)

BOGO Lays Potato Chips, excludes light and baked

MEAT

$1.29/lb Miller Farms Amish Split Chicken Breasts

PRODUCE

$0.99/lb Broccoli Crowns
$0.99 Celery

$2.50 Navel Oranges, 4 lb bag


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Busch's will double manufacturer coupons up to $0.50. They will accept printable coupons ONLY if they are printed in color and include a picture of the product. If a printable coupon doesn't scan correctly, it will not be accepted. Verified printables (like those from Coupons.com, SmartSource or RedPlum) should work without a problem. Busch's also offers a $0.05 reusable bag credit.

Restaurant.com: $25 Gift Certificates for $2 + Free $10 Certificate

80% off Restaurant.com $25 Gift Certificate orders and free $10 Gift Certificate!
Enter discount code: CHEER at checkout and hit apply to save 80%
Valid through December 31, 2009

Restaurant.com certificates make great gifts - and they're a great way to save a little money on eating out, but please read all of the restrictions and fine print carefully. Many certificates will work more like a coupon (and some require minimum totals and beverage purchases).

Offer Terms and Conditions: The code for your FREE $10 Gift Certificate will be emailed to you within 24 hours. Please note the FREE $10 offer is not valid on Dinner of the Month purchases. This offer is 80% off the retail value of Restaurant.com Gift Certificates. The majority of $25 certificates are available for a $10 retail price. In some instances, prices may be higher. Limit of one (1) $25 certificate per visit to a restaurant. Offer valid from Saturday, December 26, 5:00AM PST thru Thursday, December 31, 2009 at 11:59PM PST.

Printable Coupons: End of the Month Reminder + $1/1 Johnson's Shampoo and more!

$1.00/1 Johnson's Baby Shampoo (IE link) (FF link)
Print 2 per computer. You can use these at Target to get trial size shampoo free!

$1.00/1 General Mills Cereal (IE link) (FF link)
Enter to win 4 free boxes through Jan 2 from Coupon Crazy Chrys!

Print coupons HERE before they disappear on December 31! Here are just a few worth noting (because they're either new additions or have great potential when paired with a sale!

• $1.00/1 Weight Watchers Sweet Bakery - NEW!
• $1.00/1 Wonka Gummies - NEW!
  These are priced around $1.50 at Target - $0.50 after coupon!
• $0.50/1 New York Brand Frozen Product
  This coupon prints with an expiration date of 12/31/10 - don't miss it!
• $1.00/1 Kellogg's Corn Flakes Touch of Honey Cereal
• $1.00/1 Kellogg's Frosted Mini-Wheats Little Bites
• $1.00/1 Muir Glen product
• $1.00/1 DiGiorno Flatbread Melts
• $1.00/1 California Pizza Kitchen Pizza
• $1.00/1 College Inn Chicken Broth, 32 oz
• $1.50/1 Hormel Refrigerated Entree
• $0.50/1 Minute Rice
• $0.50/1 Chex Mix
• $0.75/1 No Yolks Noodles
• $0.75/1 Malt-O-Meal Cereal
• $1.00/2 College Inn Chicken or Beef Broth, 14.5 oz
• $1.00/2 Aunt Jemima Mix or Syrup
• FREE Casserole Digital Magazine from Dinner Made Easy
• $2.50/1 John Frieda Luxurious Volume product
• $2.00/1 Maalox product
• $2.00/1 Gas-X product
• $2.00/1 Ester-C product

Cheerios: Four $1/1 Coupons and a Chance to Win a Free Box

Now through December 31, 2010, Cheerios is giving away 53,600 free boxes of Cheerios. When you sign up HERE to enter, you'll also receive four $1.00/1 printable coupons (one each week for 4 weeks; you should be able to print 2 from the link each time).

$1.00 off 1 cereal coupons are always a great find! Use these coupons at Target to get free single-serving bowls, or save them for an upcoming sale to score a great deal on Cheerios! Thanks, Sweeties Sweeps!

Vince & Joe's: December 28, 2009 - January 3, 2010

PRODUCE
3 for $1.00 Star Ruby Red Grapefruit
$0.50 Avocado
$0.99 Aunt Mid's Baby Spinach, 10 oz
$0.99 Aunt Mid's Mini Carrots, 1 lb bag
$1.29 Lemons, 2 lb bag
Recipes: Lemon-Glazed Sticky Bread and Lemon Oregano Chicken
$1.29 Organic Mini Carrots, 1 lb bag
$1.50 Grape Tomatoes, pint
$1.99/lb Silver Dollar Mushrooms (good for stuffing)
$3.99 EZ Peel Clementines, 5 lb crate

MEAT
$1.49/lb Fresh Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, sold in 10 lb bag
$1.99/lb Vince & Joe's Fresh Sausage (plain, fennel, Polish or hot)
$2.99/lb Baby Back Ribs, family pack
$3.99/lb Whole New York Strip, sliced and wrapped free

DELI
$2.99/lb Lipari Virginia Ham, Old Fashioned Hard Salami or American Cheese
$2.99/lb San Daniele Plain Mortadella
$4.99/lb Parmesan, Asiago or Stella Fontinella

DAIRY
$0.99 Farm Fresh Extra Large Eggs, dozen
$1.29 Prairie Farms 100% Pure Orange Juice, half gallon
$1.50 Prairie Farms Sour Cream or French Onion Dip, 16 oz
$1.99 Prairie Farms Gallon Milk (not treated with artificial growth hormones)

GROCERY
$0.49/lb Lentils or Green Split Peas
$0.79 Faygo 2 Liter
B1G1 Lay's Potato Chips
$2.50 Garden Fresh Tortilla Chips and Salsa, 16 oz

Save a little more on other items with Vince & Joe's printable coupons!
View the complete Vince & Joe's Ad here.
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Vince & Joe's offers a $0.10 credit for each reusable bag you bring.
You may have to remind your cashier, however, as the credit is not automatic.

CLINTON TOWNSHIP 41790 Garfield (at Canal)

Phone 586.263.7870
Mon.-Sat. 8am-8pm • Sun 8am-7pm

SHELBY TOWNSHIP 55178 Van Dyke (at 25 Mile)

Phone 586.786.9230
Mon.-Sat. 8am-8pm • Sun 8am-7pm

Hiller's: December 28, 2009 - January 10, 2010

Thanks to Colleen for compiling these matchups. We welcome your comments and contributions so that we won't miss a deal!

GROCERY

$1.25 Kleenex, 200 ct (limit 8)
-$0.50/3 coupon (from 12-6 SS) or $0.75/1 printable coupon
$0.50 or $0.92 each when you buy 3 with coupon

$1.33 Green Giant Valley Fresh Steamers Frozen Vegetables, 12 oz niblets, mixed or peas
-$0.40/1 coupon (from 11-15 or 12-13 GM)
$0.53 each with coupon

$1.33 Progresso Soup, select varieties
-$0.50/2 (from 11-8 SS - expires 1-2, 11-15 GM or 12-6 SS) or $0.25/1 Reduced Sodium coupon (from 11-8 SS) or $0.25/1 High Fiber coupon (from 11-15 GM)
$0.83 each when you use coupon

$1.00 Hunt's Manwich

$1.00 Healthy Choice Soup, select varieties

$1.00 Pepsi 2 liters, plus deposit

$2.50 Breyer’s Ice Cream
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 10-18 RP, expires 12-31)
$1.75 each with coupon

$2.00 Shearer’s Potato Chips

$1.00 OFF Kellogg’s Cereal, any size or variety at register
Combine with coupon deals to stretch your savings:
-$1.00/1 Special K Blueberry printable coupon
-$1.00/1 Touch of Honey Corn Flakes printable coupon
-$1.00/2 Special K, Rice Krispies, Mini Wheats printable coupons
-$0.75/1 All Bran, Smart Start printable coupon

DAIRY
$0.33 Dannon Yogurt, 6 oz cups
-$1.00/10 coupon (from 10-25 SS, expires 12-31 or 11-15 SS)
$0.23 each when you buy 10 with coupon

$0.99 Crystal Farms Cream Cheese

$2.00 Daisy Cottage Cheese
-$0.60/1 coupon (from 10-4 or 11-8 SS) expires 12-31
$1.40 each when you use coupon

$1.66 Crystal Farms Shredded or Chunk Cheese, 8 oz

MEAT/DELI
$0.98/lb Miller Amish Drumsticks or Thighs
$1.48/lb Miller Amish Split Chicken Breasts
$1.88/lb Ground Chuck
$1.99/lb Bottom Rump Roast

PRODUCE
$0.99/lb Pears, all varieties
$1.99 Grapefruit, 5 lb bag
$1.99 Idaho Baking Potatoes, 10 lb bag
$2.50 Strawberries, 16 oz

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You can view the entire Hiller's ad here.

COUPON POLICY
Hiller’s will double manufacturer coupons up to $0.50, on no more than three (3) like items in a single order. Hiller’s will accept competitor coupons on a store-by-store basis at the Store Director’s discretion. Bring your reusable grocery bags and earn a $0.05 credit off your order. You'll find Hiller's complete coupon policy here.

Hiller's store locations include: Ann Arbor, Berkley, Commerce Township, Northville, Plymouth, Union Lake and West Bloomfield.

Target: December 27, 2009 - January 2, 2010

Many thanks to Stacey for her time and effort in putting together these Target matchups!

NOTE: Target printable coupons now have print limits (2 per computer) and other restrictions. Read all of the details at Stretching a Buck.

$1.00 Rayovac Batteries (regular price in the Dollar Spot)

-$1.00/1 printable coupon (enter code 74016761 when prompted)

FREE after coupon – thanks, Krazy Coupon Lady!

$0.97 Johnson’s Buddies Bar
-$1.00/1 coupon (from 9-13 or 11-8 RP)
FREE after coupon - great charity donation!
Note: Some cashiers may refuse this coupon, since it reads “baby toiletry"

$1.00 Honey Nut Cheerios, single serve cup (regular price)

-$1.00/1 printable coupon (print 2 per computer)

FREE after coupon - great charity donation!

$1.02-1.27 Swiss Miss Hot Cocoa (regular price; may vary by location)

-$1.00/1 Target printable coupon, expires 1-2
$0.02-0.27 after coupon

$0.50 Yoplait Yogurt, 6 oz cups

-$1.00/8 printable coupon or $0.40/6 coupon (from 11-8 SS)

$0.38 (or $0.43) each when you buy 8 (or 6) with coupon

$2.49 Command Hooks (regular price)

-$1.00/1 Target printable coupon, expires 12-31
-$1.00/1 printable coupon
$0.49 after coupons - thanks, Hip2Save!

$2.50 Triscuits (unconfirmed regular price)
$1.00/1 coupon (from 11-8 SS, expires 12-31)
-$1.00/1 Target printable coupon

$0.50 after coupons - thanks, Hip2Save!

$0.99 Bounty Basic Paper Towels (regular price)

-$1.00/2 coupon (from 11-29 PG, expires 12-31 or 12-27 PG)
$0.49 each when you buy 2 with coupon

$3.89 Revlon Nail Color (regular price)

-$2.00/1 coupon (from 11-15 or 12-13 SS)
-$1.00/1 Target coupon (from 7-19 SS, expires 12-31)
$0.89 after coupons

$0.99 Market Pantry White Sandwich Bread

$1.50 Campbell’s Chunky Soup, 15 oz bowls or 18-19 oz cans

-$1.50/3 printable coupon

$1.00 each when you buy 3 with coupon

$2.04 Mott’s Apple Juice (regular price)

-$1.00/1 Target printable coupon

$1.04 after coupon

$1.29 Kleenex Facial Tissue, 112-200 ct flat or 80-90 ct upright

-$0.75/1 printable coupon or $0.50/3 coupon (from 12-6 SS)

$0.54 after coupon (or $1.12 each when you buy 3 with coupon)

$1.57-$1.77 Ziploc Evolve Sandwich Bags (temp price cut or regular price)

-$0.55/1 printable coupon or $1.00/2 coupon (from 11-15 SS or 12-6 SS)
$1.02-$1.27 after coupon
Bonus: if you can print enough coupons, purchase 3 and submit for the $5 SC Johnson rebate and it’s a moneymaker!

$2.29 Archer Farms Tortilla Chips, 13 oz

-$0.75/1 Target printable coupon

$1.54 after coupon

$2.50 Silk Soymilk, 64 oz

-$0.75/1 printable coupon

$1.75 after coupon – thanks, Stretching a Buck!

$1.99 Lays Potato Chips

$6.99 Luvs Diapers, Jumbo Pack

GIFT CARD and “GET ITEM FREE” DEALS:

$1.00 SoBe Lifewater, 20 oz

*Get a $5 gift card when you buy 10*

-$0.25/1 printable coupon (print 2 per computer), use up to 10 if you can print from 5 computers!

$0.25-$0.50 each when you buy 10 after coupons and gift card savings

$3.33 Coca-Cola Products, 12-pk cans

*Get a FREE 8-pk of 20-oz Powerade instantly at checkout when you buy 3*

$10.00 for (3) 12-packs of Coke products and (1) 8-pack of Powerade

$35.99 Pampers Diapers, 92-140 ct Cruisers (sizes 3-6) or 160-180 ct Swaddlers (sizes 1-2)

*Get $10 gift card when you buy 2*

-$2.00/1 coupon (from 11-29 PG, expires 12-31 or 12-27 PG), use 2

$29.99 each when you buy 2 after coupons and gift card savings

Take a look at additional TARGET MATCHUPS at Hip to Save and Stretching a Buck!

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Coupons are accepted at FACE VALUE at Target stores.

You may combine a Target store coupon with a manufacturer coupon to maximize savings. You may be limited to one identical Target store coupon per transaction, as stated on the Target coupon.

Target regular store prices may vary slightly by location.

The local Target ads now read “Get $0.05 off your shopping trip for every reusable bag you bring in.” Be sure to ask your cashier to credit your order, or point out the notice on the back page of the ad.

You can now view the Target Store Coupon Policy online. Print it out and keep it with your shopping list just in case you need it!

VG's: December 28, 2009 - January 3, 2010

Exciting news! If you shop the Burton, Caro, Clio, Davison, Fenton, Genessee, Howell, North Fenton, Owosso, Waterford or West Flint locations, VG's is now advertising DOUBLE MANUFACTURER'S COUPONS up to $1.00! You'll need to get additional details in the store. If those of you in VG's super-double land have any good deals with $1 double coupons to share, please comment on this post!

Yes, that leaves only 5 locations (Brighton, Marine City, Pontiac, Shelby Twp and Sterling Heights) that still double coupons up to $0.50.


GROCERY
$1.67 Spartan Apple Juice, 64 oz, excludes cocktail blends and lite varieties
-$1.00/1 printable coupon (when you register)
$0.67 after coupon

$0.88 Coca-Cola, Pepsi-Cola, Faygo or 7-Up Products, 2 liter (plus deposit)

B1G1 Doritos, 11.5-12 oz. (excludes baked, light & natural), reg $3.99
$1.99 each when you buy 2 on sale

$4.44 California Pizza Kitchen Pizza, 11.9-26 oz
-$1.00/1 printable coupon
$3.44 after coupon


MEAT
$1.99/lb Boneless Pork Loin Center Cut Roast or Value Pack Pork Loin Chops (save $3/lb)
$2.99/lb Old Tyme Deli Cooked Ham Product (save $2/lb)

$3.00 Hillshire Farm Lit'l Wieners or Smokies, Assorted Varieties, 14-16 oz.
-$1.00/2 coupon (from 11-15 or 12-6 RP)
$2.50 each when you buy 2 with coupon ($2.00 each if your store doubles to $1)


 DAIRY
$2.00 Dannon Yogurt, 32 oz tub or 4-6 ct
-$1.00/1 Dannon Activia coupon (from 10-4 or 11-1 SS) OR
-$1.00/1 Dannon Danactive coupon (from 10-4, 11-1 or 12-6 SS) OR
-$1.00/1 Dannon Danimals coupon (from 11-1 SS)
$1.00 after coupon (FREE if your store doubles to $1.00)
NOTE: Dannon coupons from the 11-1 SS expire 12-31.

3 for $5.00 Kraft Chunk Cheese 7-8 oz or Cracker Cuts 4.5-5 oz
-$1.00 off instantly when you buy 3
-$1.00/2 coupon (from 11-22 SS, expires 12-31)
3 for $3.00 after coupon ($1.00 each) or ($0.67 each if you store doubles to $1)

$1.25 Spartan Sour Cream or Dip, 16 oz

PRODUCE
$0.50 Cucumbers, Green Onion Bunch or 8 oz Red Radishes
$2.99 Texas Ruby Red Grapefruit, 5 lb bag
$4.99 Seedless Mandarins or Florida Tangerines, 5 lb box

$1 DOUBLES DEALS
$2.50 Stacy's Pita Chips
-$1.00/1 coupon (from 11-15 SS, expires 12-31)
$0.50 after coupon

$2.99 Wonderful Pistachios
-$1.00/1 coupon (from 11-15 SS)
$0.99 after coupon

I have listed only what I consider to be the best deals this week.
View the complete VG's Ad here for all of the advertised specials.
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Did you know? VG's offers a $0.05 reusable bag credit per bag you bring. You may have to remind your cashier, however, as the credit is not automatic.

Shopping with Kids? Stop by the customer service desk and sign them up for the Zoo Crew Kids' Club. They'll receive special treats, including a cookie from the bakery when they visit!

Save your receipts - as part of VG's Community Share Program, they can benefit non-profit groups in Michigan. You don't need to sign up; simply find a group collecting receipts and turn yours in to them. Trinity Lutheran Church in Utica (45160 Van Dyke at Hall Rd) collects VG's receipts to purchase socks for the homeless. You can leave your receipts at the front desk there if you can't find another participating group.

Visit the Meat Department and hunt for the yellow rectangular markdown tags. VG's routinely offers 50% off soon-to-expire meat; most packages are good cuts of meat with no sign of aging and won't expire for 2 more days, which allows plenty of time for cooking or freezing.

SHELBY TOWNSHIP (50820 Schoenherr) 586.566.3131
Open 6 am - midnight
Accepts verified internet printables (from trusted sources, such as Bricks, SmartSource, RedPlum, Coupons.com, etc.)
Doubles coupons up to $0.50 with NO LIMIT per visit

STERLING HEIGHTS (40832 Ryan) 586.978.8781
Open 6 am - midnight
Accepts verified internet printables (from trusted sources, such as Bricks, SmartSource, RedPlum, Coupons.com, etc.)
Doubles coupons up to $0.50, but allows only ONE identical coupon per visit
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