ALDI: July 5-11, 2009

PRODUCE
$0.45/lb Bananas (regular price)
$0.69 Baby Carrots, 1 lb bag
$0.99 Broccoli, 14 oz
$0.99 Cauliflower, large head
$1.69 Pineapple, Large

SPECIAL PURCHASES
Take a look at all of this week's Special Purchases, available beginning on Sunday.

$0.99 Haribo Gummies
$1.99 Philly Swirl Candy Poppers or Sorbet Stix
$3.49 Mott's All Natural Fruit Snacks Value Pack, 24 ct
$3.99 Freeze 'N Squeeze Italian Ices, 32 ct
$3.99 Sterilite 18-Gallon Tote

$4.99 Sterilite Locking 66-Quart Latching Tote

$19.99 Vanderwall TV Cart, Utility Cart or Multimedia Storage Unit/Bookshelf
$24.99 Philips Progressive Scan DVD Player

ALDI does not accept coupons, but you'll find their prices on everyday items (including milk), to be some of the lowest in town, regularly beating out other store brand prices (and even store brand sale prices!). Wondering about ALDI? Get the scoop here: ALDI 101

VG's: July 6-12, 2009 (+ Triple Coupon Matchups)

This week's ad doesn't lend itself to many good triple coupon deals. On top of that, a few previous triple coupon deals have expired and the lack of new coupons in the paper this week makes this matchup list a bit slimmer than usual. Not to worry, there are still plenty of deals to be found...

Your coupons $0.99 or less will TRIPLE at the register through July 19 (limit 3 identical coupons per transaction; coupon value cannot exceed item price).

Let the deal-hunting begin! Please share your great shopping trips and coupon matchups in the comment section below! (If the comments aren't working for you, email me using the box on the right and I'll post it on your behalf!) A big thank you to Stacey for her many coupon matchup contributions - they have grown too numerous to mention!

GROCERY
$1.00 Bayer Aspirin Children's Chewable, 36 ct or Daily Regimen, 32 ct
-$1.00/1 Bayer printable coupon (print 2 per computer)
FREE after coupon

$2.50 Luigi's Italian Ice, 6 ct
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 5-10 SS), will triple to $2.25
$0.25 after coupon

$2.67 MultiGrain Cheerios, 12.8 oz
-$0.75/1 printable coupon, will triple to $2.25*
$0.42 after coupon
*Note: This coupon reads "do not double or triple" and may be restricted by your cashier.

$2.00 Hot, Lean or Croissant Pockets (excludes panini or ultimates sandwiches)
-$0.50/1 coupon (from 5-17 SS), will triple to $1.50
$0.50 after coupon

$1.50 Whiskas Temptations Cat Treats, 2.1-3 oz
-$1.00/1 Whiskas Temptations Tempting Tuna Flavor (from 4-26 RP)
$0.50 after coupon

$3.00 Ben & Jerry's Flipped Out! Ice Cream, 2 pk
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 6-28 RP), will triple to $2.25
$0.75 after coupon

$3.00 Starbucks Ice Cream, 16 oz
-$2.00/1 coupon (from 6-21 SS)
$1.00 after coupon

$2.99 Tyson Chicken or Steak Strips or Diced Chicken, 6 oz
-$0.55/1 coupon (from 5-31 SS), will triple to $1.65
$1.34 after coupon

$1.99 Post Cereal - Alpha Bits, Honeycomb, Cinna-Graham Honeycomb, Super Golden Crisp, Cocoa or Fruity Pebbles
-$1.00/2 Post Cereals (from 6-21 SS)
$1.49 each when you buy 2 with coupon

$2.50 Grande Tortilla Chips, 13 oz
-$1.00/1 coupon (from 6-21 SS)
$1.50 after coupon

$2.50 Kellogg's Pop-Tarts, 12 ct
-$1.00/2 coupon (from 6-7 RP)
$2.00 each when you buy 2 with coupon

$4.99 Aleve, 40-50 ct
-$1.00/1 Aleve printable coupon
$3.99 after coupon

DAIRY
$0.40 Dannon Yogurt, 6 oz
-$0.60/6 coupon (from 5-3 or 6-21 SS), will triple to $1.80
$0.10 each when you buy 6 with coupon
NOTE: This coupon will not automatically triple correctly (it will deduct $0.60, then $0.22) - watch it closely and ask your cashier to adjust. My cashier knew about the issue and filled me in.

$0.69 VG's Medium Eggs, dozen

$1.77 Spartan Milk, gallon (LIMIT 2 - 1/2%, 1%, 2%, Skim, Whole or Chocolate)

$2.50 Tropicana Pure Premium Orange or Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice, 64 oz or Trop50, 59 oz
-$1.00/2 coupon (from 5-3 RP)
$2.00 each when you buy 2 with coupon

MEAT
$1.29/lb Whole Medallion Boneless Ham
$1.79/lb Boneless Half Pork Loin, sliced free
$1.99/lb Spartan Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast (excludes family packs)

$2.99 Johnsonville Smoked Sausage, 13.5-16 oz
-$0.50/1 coupon (from 5-31 SS), will triple to $1.50
$1.49 after coupon

$2.99 Land O' Frost Premium Lunch Meats, 14-16 oz
-$1.00/1 coupon (from 5-31 RP)
$1.99 after coupon

$3.99 Hillshire Farm Deli Select Lunch Meat, 8-9 oz tub
-$0.35/1 coupon (from 6-7 RP), will triple to $1.05
$2.94 after coupon

B1G1 Eckrich Meat Franks, 16 oz (excludes beef and cheese)
-$1.00/2 coupon (from 6-28 SS)

PRODUCE
$0.99 5-Stem Gladiola Bunch
$0.99 Red, White or Yellow Onions, 2 lb bag
$1.99/lb Michigan Sweet Cherries
$1.99 Idaho Baking Potatoes, 5 lb bag

$2.00 Litehouse Salad Dressings, 13 oz
-$1.00/1 coupon (from 4-5, 5-10 or 6-7 SS) or printable coupon
$1.00 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.

TRIPLE COUPON MATCHUPS

The fine print limits you to one coupon per item (with no overage if coupon exceeds item price) and 3 identical items with coupon per transaction.

MY NOTES:
Prices can vary between store locations, along with selection (which is a little more sparse at the Sterling Heights store). Be warned that the Sterling Heights store is also often wary of printables; though they've said they'd accept them, they sometimes refuse. Their computer system won't automatically triple and they may need to input coupons manually up to the item price. For ease in triples shopping, the Shelby store was hassle-free.

I'll continue to update as I find deals - please contribute your ideas and finds as well!

$1.39 Heinz White Vinegar, 16 oz
-$0.50/1 printable coupon, will triple to $1.39
FREE after coupon (Great for cleaning and cooking!)
NOTE: Heinz Apple Cider Vinegar is $1.59 ($0.09 after coupon)

$1.25 Mahatma Extra Long Grain Rice or Brown Rice ($1.29), 16 oz
-$0.50/1 coupon (from 4-26 RP), will triple to $1.25 or $1.29
FREE after coupon - Great charity donation!

$0.99 Mahatma Classic Pilaf Rice Mix
-$0.75/2 coupon (from 4-26 RP), will triple to $1.98
FREE when you buy 2 with coupon - Great charity donation!

$1.49 Kraft Barbecue Sauce, 18 oz
-$0.55/1 coupon (from 6-14 SS, expires 7-14), will triple to $1.49
FREE after coupon

$1.49 French's Yellow Mustard, 8 oz
-$0.50/1 any French's Mustard coupon (from 5-10 or 6-21 SS), will triple to $1.49
FREE after coupon

$1.25 Lipton Tea, 16 bags - Thanks, Stacey!
-$0.60/1 coupon (from 5-17 RP), will triple to $1.25
FREE after coupon

$1.49 Reach Waxed or Mint Waxed Dental Floss
-$0.50/1 coupon (from 3-15 SS), will triple to $1.50
FREE after coupon

$1.99 Suave Deodorant
$0.75/1 Suave Deodorant (from 5-17 RP), will triple to $1.99
FREE after coupon - great charity donation!

$1.49 Mentos Gum (at registers)
-$0.55/1 coupon (from 5-3 or 6-21 SS), will triple to $1.49
FREE after coupon
Note: Some Mentos coupons read "do not double" and may be restricted by your cashier.

$0.87 Ortega Taco Seasoning
-$0.75/2 coupon (from 4-19 SS), will triple to $1.74
FREE when you buy 2 with coupon

$1.99 McCormick Black Pepper or Garlic Salt
$0.75/1 McCormick Onion, Black Pepper or Garlic Seasoning (from 5-10 RP)
FREE after coupon

$1.49 Knorr Recipe Mix Seasoning Envelope (gravy, etc)
-$0.50/1 coupon (from 6-28 RP), will triple to $1.49
FREE after coupon

$1.29 McCormick GrillMates Seasoning Packets
-$0.50/1 coupon (from 4-19 (exp 7-12) or 5-3 RP), will triple to $1.29
FREE after coupon

$2.19 Smucker's Spoonable Toppings
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 5-17 RP), will triple to $2.19
FREE after coupon
Note: This coupon reads "do not double" and may be restricted by your cashier.

$2.29 Hormel Pepperoni, 3 oz
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 6-21 SS), will triple to $2.25
$0.04 after coupon

$2.29 Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, 2 pk
-$0.75/1 coupon from Home Made Simple coupon booklet by mail
$0.04 after coupon

$2.29 McCormick Oregano or Cinnamon (check for other spices/seasonings as well)
$0.75/1 McCormick Spice or Herb (from 4-5 RP), will triple to $2.25
$0.04 after coupon

$1.99+ Clabber Girl Corn Starch or Baking Powder
-$0.65/1 printable coupon (answer Argo/Calumet to increase your savings!)
$0.04+ after coupon

$1.67 Tony's Pizza, single serve
-$0.50/1 coupon (from 6-7 SS), will triple to $1.50
$0.17 after coupon
Note: This coupon reads "do not double" and may be restricted by your cashier.

$1.99 Ragu Pasta Sauce, 16-26.3 oz (excluding organic)
-$0.60/1 Ragu Margherita or Sweet Tomato Basil Ragu (from 5-17 RP), will triple to $1.80
$0.19 after coupon - Great charity donation!

$1.69 Lawry's Seasoning Blend (small jar)
-$0.50/1 coupon (from 4-5 RP), will triple to $1.50
$0.19 after coupon

$1.89 Sunny D Smoothies
-$0.55/1 coupon (from 5-31 SS), will triple to $1.65
$0.24 after coupon - Great charity donation!

$0.99 Lawry's Taco Seasoning Mix
-$0.50/2 coupon (from 4-5 RP), will triple to $1.50
$0.49 for 2 ($0.25 each) after coupon
NOTE: Spaghetti Sauce, Chili and Sloppy Joe Mixes are $1.09 ($0.34 ea after coupon)

$1.79 French's Spicy Brown Mustard
-$0.50/1 coupon (from 3-29 SS), will triple to $1.50
$0.29 after coupon

$2.69 SuperPretzel (frozen)
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 5-10 RP), will triple to $2.25
$0.44 after coupon

$2.69 Wet Ones Wipes (canisters or 24 pk singles 24 pk)
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 5-17 SS), will triple to $2.25
$0.44 after coupon
Note: This coupon reads "do not double" and may be rejected by your cashier.

$2.69 Edge Shaving Gel
$0.75/1 Edge Shave Gel product (from 5-17 SS, expires 7-11), will triple to $2.25
$0.44 after coupon

$1.99 Taco Bell Home Originals Shells, 12 ct
-$0.50/1 "peelie" coupon on package, will triple to $1.50
$0.49 after coupon

$2.29 Viva Big Roll Paper Towel
-$0.60/1 coupon (from 6-28 SS), will triple to $1.80
$0.49 after coupon
NOTE: Other areas received $0.85/1 coupons, which would make this free. You may want to trade or look into a coupon clipping service!

$2.79 Newman's Own Salad Dressing, 8 oz
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 5-31 RP), will triple to $2.25
$0.54 after coupon

$2.19 Shedd's Spread Country Crock w/Calcium, 15 oz
-$0.55/1 printable coupon or $0.50/1 (from 5-17 SS), will triple to $1.65 or $1.50
$0.54-0.69 after coupon - Thanks, Stacey!

$2.29 Welch's Squeezable Grape Jelly
-$0.55/1 coupon (from 3-29 SS), will triple to $1.65
$0.64 after coupon - Thanks, Stacey!

$2.99 Huggies Wipes Tub
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 6-21 SS, exp 7-18), will triple to $2.25
$0.74 after coupon

$2.99 Taco Bell Home Dinner Kits (shells/tortillas, seasoning, salsa, asstd var)
-$0.75/1 "peelie" coupon on package, will triple to $2.25
$0.74 after coupon

$2.99 Sure Deodorant for Men
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 6-28 SS), will triple to $2.25
$0.74 after coupon - Great charity donation!

$1.99 Domino Brown or Powdered Sugars, 2 lb
-$0.30/1 coupon (from 5-17 RP), will triple to $0.90
$1.09 after coupon

$2.79 New York Frozen Garlic Bread
-$0.55/1 coupon (from 5-17 SS), will triple to $1.65
$1.14 after coupon

$3.39 Loreal Kid's Shampoo
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 6-28 RP), will triple to $2.25
$1.14 after coupon

$3.49 Luigi's Real Italian Ice, 6 ct
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 5-10 RP), will triple to $2.25
$1.24 after coupon

$3.50 DiGiorno Flatbread Melt
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 5-17 SS), will triple to $2.25
$1.25 after coupon

$3.99 OxiClean Pretreater Spray
-$0.75/1 coupon (from 5-17 or 6-21 SS), will triple to $2.25
$1.74 after coupon

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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 VGs Receipts to benefit community programs. For example, my church collects them and uses them to purchase socks for the homeless.

VG's Extra Edition can be found near the ads at the front door. This small, black & white 4-page ad features additional savings for the week.

VG's COUPON POLICIES

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

NEW BALTIMORE (35248 23 Mile Rd) 586.725.0818
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
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This post is a proud part of the Grocery Gathering at BeCentsable. Visit the Grocery Gathering for both national and local store coupon matchups and deals!

2 FREE Redbox Rental Codes: July 5-7, 2009

REDBOX FREE RENTAL CODE - July 5-7, 2009: 7HE79B (Thanks, Money Saving Madness!)

REDBOX FREE RENTAL CODE via TEXT MESSAGE through August 31, 2009: Text FIT to 414141 to get a Redbox Code (Thanks, Coupon Geek!)

Hopefully these codes will work; we haven't had great luck with codes lately (it could be possible that Redbox is setting a quota limit). DVD Rental will be free through 9 pm the following day with this code; additional days are available at $1.00 each. Remember that each code may be used once per credit or debit card! Redbox kiosks are usually located outside/inside Walgreens, WalMart and Meijer stores. Search for the Redbox kiosk nearest you. You can also use the Redbox website to check whether your nearest kiosk has the movie you want and reserve it before you go.

Meijer: July 5-11, 2009

This week's Meijer Brand Sale means that coupon matchup deals are slim. This may be a week to skip Meijer shopping entirely and either live off your stockpile or visit VG's for triple coupon deals...

This week is full of "Buy 10 for $10, get the 11th Free" Meijer Brand Items. Whenever possible, buy these items in groups of 11 to maximize your savings (it bascially reduces the cost of each item to $0.90!). I've listed them as $1.00 each in the matchups just in case you're not able to mix and match to come up with 11 in your shopping trip; the "Buy 10 for $10, get the 11th Free" price will follow each final price in brackets.

These best deal matchups were calculated using a Meijer Ad for Detroit Area Stores. Metro Detroit Meijer stores double coupons up to $0.50 (with some restrictions - please see the end of this post for more info).

I'll continue to edit this post with updates throughout the week, so be sure to check here again before you shop! Please let me know if you find a good deal that I've missed!

GROCERY
$1.00 Starbucks Double Shot Energy Coffee, 15 oz [10/$10, get the 11th free]
-$1.00/1 coupon (from 6-21 SS)
-$1.00/3 Meijer Mealbox printable
FREE after coupon (+$1.00 potential moneymaker to use on the rest of your order)

$0.80 Fruit 2 O Essentials, 18 oz bottle
-$1.00/2 coupon (from 6-14 SS), use 2
-$1.00/4 Meijer Mealbox printable
$0.05 each when you buy 4 with coupons**

$0.50 Meijer Pasta, 12-16 oz

$0.99 Meijer American Cheese Product Singles, 12 oz

$0.99 Meijer White Hot Dog or Hamburger Buns, 8 ct

10 for $10, Get the 11th Item FREE Items
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Pretzels, 9-15 oz (our kids love the alphabet pretzels!)
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Pasta Sauce, 26 oz
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Fruit Snacks, 6 ct
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Chocolate Syrup, 24 oz
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Pound Cake, Frosting or Brownie Mix
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Sugar Cones, 12 ct
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer English Muffins, 6 ct white, wheat or raisin
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Microwave Popcorn, 3 ct
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Solid White Tuna in Water, 5 oz
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Barbecue Sauce, 18 oz
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Salad Dressing, 16 oz
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Croutons, 5 oz
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Pitted Olives, 6 oz can
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Frozen Vegetables, 16 oz
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Heat & Serve Sausage Links or Patties, 8 oz frozen
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Ground Turkey, 16 oz frozen roll
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Bagel Pizza Snacks or 15 ct Pizza Rolls
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Refrigerated Jumbos! Biscuits or Cinnamon Rolls
$1.00 [$0.90] Meijer Foam Plates, 50 ct
$1.00 [$0.90] "M" Plastic Spoons, Forks or Combo, 48 ct

$2.50 Kellogg's Special K Bars, 3.8-4.86 oz
-$0.75/1 Special K Chocolatey Pretzel Bars printable coupon, use 2 for best savings
-$1.00/2 Meijer Mealbox printable
$1.25 each after coupon
BONUS: Buy 2 and Get ONE Dannon Light & Fit Product FREE at register (6-32 oz, includes Multi packs or tubs, max value $4.99). You can also mix and match Special K bars with the cereal deal below to get your free yogurt.

$2.50 Kellogg's Special K, 12-17.5 or Frosted Mini Wheats Bite Size, 18 oz
-$1.00/1 Kellogg's coupon (from 6-7 SS) or $1.00/1 Special K Blueberry printable coupon, use 2 for best savings
$1.50 each after coupon
BONUS: Buy 2 and Get ONE Dannon Light & Fit Product FREE at register (6-32 oz, includes Multi packs or tubs, max value $4.99)

$1.75 Meijer Milk, gallon (limit 4, excludes chocolate or organic)

$2.50 Keebler 100 Calorie Right Bites
-$1.00/2 printable coupon (print 2 per computer)
$2.00 each when you buy 2 with coupon

$2.50 Meijer Spring or Purified Water, 24/.5 liter bottles

30% OFF Splenda Sweetener Products, assorted varieties
-$1.00/1 or $2.00/2 coupons (from 6-7 SS)
-$1.00/1 Meijer Mealbox printable
Final price will vary - save $2.00 per item!

DAIRY
$1.79 Meijer Butter Quarters, 16 oz reg or unsalted

$2.79 Silk Soymilk, 64 oz
-$1.25/2 coupon (from 6-14 SS)
-$1.00/2 Meijer Mealbox printable
$1.67 each when you buy 2 with coupons**

$2.50 Meijer Grated Parmesan, 1/3 Less Fat or Parmesan & Romano, 8 oz

PRODUCE
$0.33 Cucumber or Green Onion bunch
$0.67 Radishes, bunch
$0.88/lb Zucchini or Yellow Squash
$0.99/lb Plums, assorted varieties
$0.99/lb Apricots
$0.99/lb Red or Green Seedless Grapes
$1.33 Blueberries, pint
$1.77/lb Washington Cherries

MEAT/DELI
$1.25 Oscar Mayer Meat Wieners, 16 oz (excludes beef, cheese, fat free)
-$1.00/2 coupon (from 5-10 or 6-21 SS)
$0.75 each when you buy 2 with coupon

$0.85/lb Meijer Fresh Whole Chicken

$1.99/lb Bottom Round Beef Steak, family pack
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*DOUBLE COUPONS - This deal requires a coupon to DOUBLE at Meijer. Note that most Macomb-area Meijer stores will double only 2 identical coupons (up to $0.50) per transaction. See notes below.

**MEIJER MEALBOX STORE COUPONS - Meijer store policy, as posted here on the Mealbox Website. You may want to print a copy of this and keep it with your shopping list to show your cashier (if they aren't familiar with corporate policy):

1.) Mealbox coupons may be used in addition to Manufacturer coupons.
2.) Mealbox coupons may be used each time a condition is met, which could be multiple times per transaction. (For example: a coupon for $1.00 off 2 soups can be used multiple times if you have a coupon printed and the number of soups purchased matches, i.e. 2 coupons = 4 soups.)
3.) Mealbox coupons cannot be doubled or tripled at any time.
4.) Stores have the right to limit the quantity of items to normal retail purchases per transaction.
You may NOW use more than one identical Mealbox coupon per transaction, but note that the computer may only deduct one automatically - the rest may require cashier approval, so watch carefully.

Please let me know if you see any other good deals I've forgotten to mention (we could ALL benefit from your contributions)! View the Meijer Ad online here (available on Sunday).

Other Reminders:

• MOST Macomb Meijer stores will double coupons up to $0.50, but no more than 2 identical coupons per transaction. The new Cass/Groesbeck location will double no more than one (of each identical) per transaction. The Fraser location (15/Utica) sometimes will double 3. You may want to call your location before shopping to be sure.
  
• You can print 2 copies of each printable coupon per computer. Use your back button and refresh the screen if necessary or return to the original coupon link. You can print as many Mealbox coupons as you'd like.
  
• If a particular sale item is out of stock, be sure to ask your cashier or a customer service assistant for a raincheck.

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Kmart: Super Double Coupon Matchups July 5-11, 2009

Take a look at your Kmart Weekly ad (or call your local store to ask if they're participating in the event). Participating stores feature details in their ads, usually on the front cover (look for a big red block in the lower left-hand corner).

SOME HELPFUL HINTS:

• Your BEST BET is always to shop early in the week. Be prepared for the shelves to be emptied of what you were looking for (especially near the end of the week). Kmart does not keep a lot of items in stock.
  
• Remember that prices can vary according to location and may change at any time. You may find that the deals are not as good when you get to your store - and though disappointing, it is part of the game.
  
• Internet printable coupons are supposed to be accepted at Kmart stores, but there is some disagreement on whether or not they will double. It may depend on your store and/or cashier. At the last event, Kmart stores seemed to double printable coupons, and SuperKmart stores generally refused them.

THE COUPON RULES:

• You must purchase $25 (total before coupons).
  
• MANUFACTURER COUPONS UP TO & INCLUDING $2 VALUE WILL DOUBLE at participating stores.
  
• Amount of credit from doubling a coupon cannot exceed the current retail price of a single item. No cash or in-store purchase credit will be awarded for any amount exceeding the retail price of the item.
  
• Limit 1 coupon for each item purchased. Only 1 coupon will be doubled per item.
  
• You may only purchase 4 of the same item using double coupons. Buy One, Get One offers, Kmart Savings coupons and Kmart Store coupons are excluded from this promotion. Coupons do not apply to sales tax.
  
• Limit 10 coupons per customer per day.
  
• Offer excludes products prohibited by law, including but not limited to alcohol, tobacco, and prescription medication. Not valid on non-merchandise, federal or state regulated items, prior purchases, Lands’ End, Sears merchandise rung on Sears registers within Kmart and kmart.com.
  
• In the event of a return, coupon savings may be deducted from the refund.
  
• Exclusions apply (no Kmart store coupons, Pharmacy coupons, copies of coupons, etc).
  Please see store associate for details.
  
• MY NOTE: Coupons that state "do not double" and show a bar code beginning with 9 will not double under any circumstances. Computers are programmed to recognize these coupons.

COUPON MATCHUPS and DEALS

Since other big-time bloggers have done such a fantastic job of posting Kmart matchups, I won't attempt to duplicate their efforts. Check out these AMAZING comprehensive matchup lists to see ALL of the great deals:

• Common Sense with Money
  Kmart Double Coupon Matches and Best Deals
  
• My Frugal Adventures
  Kmart Doubles Coupon Match Up

And don't forget to give us YOUR shopping report! :)

Worth Reading: What to Do When You're Tired of Couponing

Believe it or not, it happens to the best of us. Have you experienced it yet? Total coupon burnout. How to recover?

Money Saving Mom has the answer here: What to Do When You're Tired of Couponing.

Restaurants in Southeast Michigan Where Kids Eat FREE

If you live in Southeast Michigan, you might want to take a look at this website. It provides a large listing of restaurants (by county) where kids eat free. They're always looking to add to the list, so email them if you know of any not listed!

Meijer: Mann's Broccoli Cole Slaw $0.50 or less

Colleen just shared this deal she found today at Meijer (16/Van Dyke location):

$1.00 Mann’s Broccoli Cole Slaw (10/$10, get 11th free)
-$1.00/2 Mann's peelie coupon on the package
$0.50 each (or $0.40 each if you can mix-and-match to buy eleven 10/$10 sale items in one transaction)

This would make a cheap side dish for the 4th of July (especially with all the cheap mayonnaise and Miracle Whip deals in the past few weeks)!

Thanks, Colleen!