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California State Parks Passes- FOR FREE!

Abby H.

Did you know there are several ways to gain free access to California State parks?

If you are part of the CalWorks program, receive SSI, or are over 62,  you can receive a free Golden Bear pass by learning more or signing up here.

Do you have a fourth grader in your family? If so, we invite you to add to your child’s school curriculum by visiting 19 select state park units for FREE via an Adventure Pass. Learn more here.

Are you a veteran? The Distinguished Veteran pass entitles the bearer to free vehicle day use, family camping, and boat use at over 100 California State Parks-operated units.   Learn more here. 

If you fit none of those criteria, check out your local California library to check out a free State Parks pass. More information can be found here.

With all of these ways to grab a free pass, which state park will you visit? We are looking forward to some free trips to Silver Strand State Beach!

5/11/2024 Weekend Freebies!

Abby H.

The 2024 Birthday Freebie post is here! Make sure to check this article out and sign up for birthday freebies at least 2-3 weeks before your birthday.

If you are looking for free food resources, my comprehensive list can be found here. It is focused on San Diego County, but there are additional resources outside my area as well.

I packed up my kitchen this week, and the flooring will be here next week! I am so happy that my house will be put back together soon!

Freebies:

Free Jovial Truffle Mac & Cheese After Rebate
Free 8×10 Photo Print at Walgreens
Free Pear Foods Gourmet Spice Blend
Free Made By Dentists Stickers
Free Pack of Pampers Wipes Free & Gentle Offer
Free Celsius Energy Drink at Select Stores
Free Lil’ Gourmets Pouch After Rebate
Free Acne Balm Recovery Cream + $45 eGift Card
Free Donuts, Coffee & More with Krispy Kreme Dozen Days of Deals
Free Fries Every Friday at Wendy’s
Free Monster Energy Drink at Pilot Flying J
Free Perrigo Store Brand Products – Includes Walmart Equate & Target Up&Up
Possible Free Ocean’s Halo Organic Seaweed Snack

Deals:

Kohl’s Mother’s Day Gifts as low as $10 + Free Store Pickup
Did You get The 40% Off Kohl’s Coupon?
Shaving Kit 50% Off Pay ONLY $4.50 + Free Shipping
Mother’s Day Jewelry Sale as low as $6 or Less at Kohl’s + Free Store Pickup

Tryazon: Calling all trivia enthusiasts!!

Abby H.

We’ve been participating in Tryazon events for three+ years. We’ve gotten to try all sorts of fun toys, games, and food.  You can learn more about Tryazon here.

Get your squad together for an evening of fun and friendly competition with this Tryazon Featured Party opportunity, featuring Ultimate Pub Trivia from AreYouGame?! This classic trivia game promises to bring the enjoyment of pub trivia to your living room for a night that’ll have you and your friends buzzing with excitement. With questions covering a variety of categories including sports, pop culture, literature, and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Form your teams, brainstorm your answers, and get ready to prove your trivia prowess.

Tryazon has 75 hosting spots open for this opportunity! Those selected get to receive a party pack for free with an Ultimate Pub Trivia game to share with friends and family! Learn more and apply here: https://www.tryazon.com/ultimate-pub-trivia-game-night-party/

Local Event: Boys & Girls Clubs of East County: Community Health Fair

Abby H.

The Grossmont Healthcare District is sponsoring a FREE Community Health Fair on May 2nd. We’ve gone to these events in the past and last time I won a free set of pots and pans.

These events have great information, resources, and freebies for the whole family.

Come to the Health Fair to learn about community health & wellness, and resources, and enjoy a meal! Don’t miss this FREE family event:

  • Taco cart dinner
  • Haircuts for children
  • Eye screenings
  • Self-care kit for children
  • BGC STEM Activities
  • Info from local health & wellness professionals…and more!


When: Thursday, May 2 | 5-7 PM
Where: Brady Family Clubhouse (7600 Junior High Drive, La Mesa, CA 91941)
Contact: Brandie Warren 619.440.1600 ext. 303 or brandie@bgcec.org

On Medi-Cal? Free Produce boxes from Project Food Box!

Abby H.

I found this on Reddit of all places, but after doing some research, it’s totes legit.

While not something that my San Diego friends can take advantage of, for those who are eligible, this is an amazing opportunity.

Project Food Box ships boxes of produce and healthy food straight to your door- At no charge.  This program is not for everyone, and their range is limited, but, this is such an incredible program. I had to share it.

Eligibility- You are a Medi-Cal Member residing in one of the following counties:

• Fresno
•Kings
•Madera
•San Bernadino
•Riverside
• Imperial
• Los Angeles
• Orange

Qualifying health conditions include but are not limited to diabetes, cardiovascular disorders, congestive heart failure, stroke, chronic lung disorders, HIV, cancer, gestational diabetes, or other high-risk perinatal conditions, and chronic or disabling mental/behavioral health disorders. Individuals being discharged from the hospital or a skilled nursing facility or at high risk of hospitalization or nursing facility placement. Individuals with extensive care coordination needs.

You will need the Medi-cal CIN for the person signing up, as well as Checking yes to the  “have a chronic condition” to be eligible for the program.

They even have recipes on their website to help you use the foods in your box!

To sign up or learn more, visit their website.

4/20/2024 Weekly Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.

The 2024 Birthday Freebie post is here! Make sure to check this article out and sign up for birthday freebies at least 2-3 weeks before your birthday.

If you are looking for free food resources, my comprehensive list can be found here. It is focused on San Diego County, but there are additional resources outside my area as well.

I packed up my kitchen this week, and the flooring will be here next week! I am so happy that my house will be put back together soon!

Freebies:

Free Sample of ILONA Beauty Vaporwear Live Streaming Moisture
Free Ladybug Zip Pouch Bag at Natural Grocers
Free Nurishh Animal Free Cream Cheese at Select Retailers
Free CeraVe Moisturizing Cream Sample
Free Givenchy Irresistible Eau de Parfum Sample
Possible Free Full-Size BONKERS Cat Treats
Free Sample of NYX Marshmellow 10-In-1 Smoothing Primer
Free Perfect Bar After Rebate
Possible Free 6-Pack of Aura Bora Herbal Sparkling Water
Free Winged Wellness Product at Target After Rebate
Free Children’s Board Books in English & Spanish
Free Sample of Stem & Root Melatonin-Free Sleep Supplements
Free OrganicGirl Greens Salad After Rebate
Free Plant at Lowe’s
Free Sample of e.l.f. SKIN Youth Boosting Retinoid Serum
Free Cookie at Insomnia Cookies thru 4/22
Free Real Food From The Ground Up Snack Product After Rebate
Verizon Up Rewards – Possible Free $56 Fandango Super Ticket Code
Free Nike Products
Possible Free Keebler Sandies Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Free Chomps Stick at Target After Rebate
Free Box of Earth Breeze Eco Sheets After Rebate
Free Air Wick Plug in Scented Oil Advanced Gadget
Free Good Culture Probiotic Milk
Free $5 Shop Cash
Free Earth Day Craft Event at Pottery Barn Kids – Today
Free Garden Cart Planter Craft for Kids at Lowe’s
Unlock Free Disney Movie Insiders Points with Promo Codes Today
Free Medium Fries w/ Any $1 Purchase at McDonalds – Every Friday
Free $10 for Signing up for JCPenney Rewards
Possible Free Hellmann’s Sandwich Plushie
Free LEGO Creativity Workshops – Sign Up Now
Now Hiring Product Testers – Get Your Name on the List
Free 2024 National Parks Entrance Days
Free Fries Every Friday at Wendy’s

Deals:

L’Oreal Elvive ONLY $1.50 (Reg. $5.49)
Vitamins & Supplements BOGO Free on Amazon
Melissa and Doug Toys up to 80% Off
Aeropostale Graphic Tees Buy 1 Get 2 FREE – Like $8.32 Each
Free La Colombe Coffee
Style & Co Women’s Boots as low as $9.93 at Macy’s
Revlon Nail Polish ONLY $0.79 (Reg $5.79)
Apple AirPods (2nd Generation) ONLY $89 (Reg $129)
DSW Shoes $10, $20 and $60 Off Coupon Code + Free Shipping
Up to 50% Off Makeup at Ulta
Cooks 6-Qt Stainless Steel Slow Cooker ONLY $22.49 (Reg $50)
 Kate Spade Lucy Medium L-Zip Wristlet ONLY $39 (Reg $139)
Crocs Two for $50 Sale
Kohl’s Jewelry up to 90% Off
Sephora Beauty Products up to 80% Off at Kohl’s

Score Free Products with Home Tester Club

Abby H.

I’ve written about Home Tester Club before, and it’s still pretty cool.

How it works: You sign up to review items and they send you something. A lot of the time they don’t notify you before shipping, you’ll get a package in the mail and a few days later, you’ll get an email notifying you that you were selected and a link to the survey to complete once you have sampled the product.

Over the past six years, I’ve received home goods, personal care items, toys, and pet supplies- all for free!

Right now they are actively recruiting for the following:

 

 

Score Free Samples from PinchMe!

Abby H.

Join PINCHme and receive free samples that you can provide feedback on.

I’ve been getting awesome samples from PinchMe for over 5 years. I love this program!

Click the banner, and sign up! Once you do, you’ll answer a series of questions about your household and shopping habits in the Member Profile. We’ll learn what you like and offer samples just for you.

Once you’ve had a chance to try your samples, complete a short feedback survey to tell us what you think of the samples. We’ll let the brands know your thoughts.

Spring 2024 Upcoming Clothing Swaps!

Abby H.

Earth Day is coming soon and that means clothing swaps!

Slow Down Party on Hourglass Field:

  • Tuesday, April 16, 2024
  • Hourglass Field House 10440 Black Mountain Road San Diego, CA 92126.
  • 5 to 7 p.m

Come by to wind down after a long day, exchange some wardrobe pieces, learn about the circular economy, and build community with fellow San Diegans. No registration is required, and walk-ins are welcome. Please bring no more than one grocery bag full of donations that are lightly used with no rips, stains, or odors. Donations are welcome, but not necessary to take home a new outfit!

Celebrate Earth Day with the Mission Trails Regional Park!

  • Monday, April 22, 2024
  • Mission Trails Regional Park Visitor Center 1 Father Junipero Serra Trail San Diego, CA 92119
  • 6 – 9pm

This swap is a little different because it’s a fundraiser for the park as well as a swap, but it still looks like a fun night!

Women, Men’s, and Children’s Clothing- Clothes should be clean, in wearable condition, and free of stains, rips, or tears that are not part of the clothing design. No undergarments or socks, please. All leftover clothing will be donated.

For more information, please visit the website or contact the park directly. mtrp@mtrp.org
(619) 668-3280

Porchlight clothing swap: The Porchlight clothing swap is back! Just in time for summer.

  • June 8, 2024 
  • 8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
  • 9:30-11:30am

For more details, check their website, or their social media. 

If you aren’t in the immediate San Diego, CA area, I suggest googling Clothing Swap (your area) 2024 and see what pops up.

For more info on clothing swaps and clothing for those in need, check out my article here. 

4/13/2024 Weekly Freebies and Deals!

Abby H.

The 2024 Birthday Freebie post is here! Make sure to check this article out and sign up for birthday freebies at least 2-3 weeks before your birthday.

If you are looking for free food resources, my comprehensive list can be found here. It is focused on San Diego County, but there are additional resources outside my area as well.

We are gearing up to have work done to our home from a water loss. It’s been a long process, but we are sliding into the home stretch. I am very excited to have a new kitchen and new flooring- This weekend I’ll be packing up the kitchen.

Freebies:

Free Kona Ice on April 15th
Mack’s Free Ear Plug’s Giveaway – Every Weekday at 11am EST
Free Vita Coco Treats After Rebate
Free Sample Pack of Vitafol Ultra-FirstStep Capsules Prenatal Vitamins
Free Kids’ Guide to Helping Animals Magazine + Stickers
Free Pretzel at Philly Pretzel Factory on 26th
Free Sample of Black Forest Gummy Bears
Free Bottle of Nature’s Twist After Rebate
Free Sample of New Skin Kids Liquid Bandage Paint
Free Purina SuperPet Smart ID Tag
Free Bag of Yummers After Rebate
Free Box of HoldOn Garbage Bags After Rebate
Free 3pc Chicken Supremes Combo at Bojangles
Free 7-Day Sample of Ubiquinol CoQ10 Health Softgels
Free Cold Brew at Pilot Flying J on April 20th
Free Sample of Stem & Root PMS Relief Supplements
Free Making Minnesota Activity Book
Score 3 Free Old Spice Deodorants at Walmart
Free Pretzel at Wetzel’s Pretzel on 26th
Free Dozen Cookies at Tiff’s Treats
Free Hachette Boardgames Gamer Night Party Pack
Free Jumbo Pretzel at Ben’s Soft Pretzels on 26th
Free Coffee & Espresso Cooking Classes at Williams Sonoma
Free LEGO Creativity Workshops – Sign Up Now
Free Paper Flower Bouquet Collage Craft Event at Michaels
Free Owl Dream Catcher Craft Kit at JCPenney
Free Medium Fries w/ Any $1 Purchase at McDonalds – Every Friday
Free Cold Brew at Dunkin’ on April 20th