Just in time for summer break, when your kids are so hungry all the time. Grocery Outlet is hooking us up with a $5 of $25+ purchase!
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2024 Summer Reading Programs!
Summer break from school means summer reading programs from the local library systems, plus a few other places.
Here are a few of our favorite summer reading programs. I’ve listed the prizes that I could find, but at the time this post was published, not all of the prizes were known.
Unless specifically stated, the programs start June 1st.
Book It has a summer program called Camp Book it, where kids can read, and earn free personal pan pizzas from Pizza Hut! Book It is the FAVORITE reading program in my house. parents can enroll their kids for the summer!
The City of San Diego Library system program has published its prizes this year, and lemme tell you, it’s pretty amazing.
Children (Ages 0- 11)
- 1 Book
- Pass for 2 for The San Diego Natural History Museum (the NAT)
- Pass for 2 for The San Diego Model Railroad Museum
- Pass for 2 for the San Diego Automotive Museum
- Pass for 4 for The San Diego New Children’s Museum
- Free 3 oz yogurt from Yogurtland
- Free kid’s meal from Mendocino Farms
- Free kid’s meal from Panda Express
Teens (Ages 12-17)
- 1 Book
- Pass for 2 for The San Diego Natural History Museum (the NAT)
- Pass for 2 for The San Diego Model Railroad Museum
- Pass for 2 for the San Diego Automotive Museum
- Free 3 oz yogurt from Yogurtland
Adults (Ages 18+)
- Free book at participating Friends of the Library Book Sales and Used Bookstores
- Pass for 2 for The San Diego Natural History Museum (the NAT)
- 1 reusable utensil kit
For more information or to sign up, click here.
The County of San Diego Library summer reading program started June 1st. They have all sorts of prizes for kids and adults.
If you want your family to experience a multicultural world through reading, I recommend PJ Library. PJ Library sends free, award-winning books that celebrate Jewish values and culture to families with children from birth through 12 years old.
My kids love learning about faraway places and experiences different from their own. The PJ library books have opened their eyes to new holidays, customs, and ways of life.
Read Conmigo provides free books for kids by mail in Spanish and English to children ages preschool to fifth grade. They are only available to kids in CA, TX, and Florida. We used to receive the books, and they are ok, but my kids aren’t interested in learning Spanish. The books were super useful for me learning to read in Spanish (Beyond what Duolingo teaches).
Barnes and Noble have a summer reading program starting July 1st. More info here.
Dolly Parton has established the Imagination Library, it is available in select regions (sadly not available in San Diego California), and those who live in participating areas can receive one book for their kids every month via mail.
Weekly Freebies and Deals!
The 2024 Birthday Freebie post is here! 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.
Part of my kitchen is done, but the contractors are waiting on two cabinets. School is over in less than two weeks, and I am looking forward to my summer of fun with the kids.
Freebies:
Free Sample of L’Oreal Revitalift 1.5% Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Free Kokada Coconut Spread After Rebate
Free Grilling Cooking Classes at Williams Sonoma
Free Real Food From The Ground Up Snack Product After Rebate
Free Shark FlexBreeze Fan
Free Sample of Geaux Nuts White Chocolate Crunch
Free Museum Admission for Bank of America/Merril Lynch Cardholders – This Weekend
Free Prepare with Pedro: Disaster Preparedness Activity Book
Free Celsius Energy Drink at Select Stores
Domino’s is Giving Away $10 Million in Free Pizza
Free Nurishh Animal Free Cream Cheese at Select Retailers
Free Peace Out Limited-Edition Pride Acne Healing Dots
Free Screwdriver, Work Gloves, or Cable Ties at Harbor Freight
Free Tovolo Summer Freeze Party Pack
2 Free Bottles of Barcode Fitness Water After Rebate
Free Amazon Prime for Students for 6 Months
Free Medium Fries w/ Any $1 Purchase at McDonalds – Every Friday
Free Sample of NYX Marshmellow 10-In-1 Smoothing Primer
Free Safe Infant Sleep DVD
Free Fries Every Friday at Wendy’s
Free Good Culture Probiotic Milk
Free Grill Gift Card Box Workshop at Home Depot
Free 5-Piece Scotch Porter Beard Collection Sample Set
Free OREO Movie Night Party Kit
Deals:
Covergirl Perfect Blend Pencil ONLY $0.79 (Reg $5.79)
Jordan Sneakers up to 50% Off with Extra 25% Off Coupon Code
Michael Kors up to 60% Off + New 25% Off Coupon, Purses start at $67!
Scott Toilet Paper 12-Pk ONLY $3 (Reg. $5)
Bic Flex 3 Razor ONLY $0.99 (Reg. $4.99)
5/11/2024 Weekend Freebies!
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!!
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/
On Medi-Cal? Free Produce boxes from Project Food Box!
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!
4/20/2024 Weekly Freebies and Deals!
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
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!
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!
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.
Hewes Family Fun 