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Sweet Freebies For Your Birthday

SavvySugar — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:30:15 -0700

Now that you've dined, shopped, and played to your heart's content, treat yourself to something sweet on your birthday. Here are five places to score a free, creamy treat.

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Free Fall Activity: Take In the Colors

SavvySugar — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 06:30:36 -0700

When you're looking for something to do this Fall, just walk out the front door; you'll want to remember your keys, but the wallet can stay behind. This time of year offers gorgeous foliage that's free to look at and fun to absorb. The changing colors are best taken in by gazing upward and picking up leaves that have already fallen, so walking is better than driving - plus, you don't have to use any gas.

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Shop For Less on Your Birthday

SavvySugar — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:30:59 -0700

Not only can you score a complimentary meal and free entertainment on your birthday, you can also treat yourself to a little birthday shopping spree on the cheap! Several retailers offer discounts and freebies on your special day - read on to start building your birthday wish list.

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Free Admission to Museum, Parks, and Attractions on Sept. 26

SavvySugar — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:00:23 -0700

Plan ahead to enjoy a free activity or two on Sept. 26. - Smithsonian’ magazine's fifth Annual Museum Day and National Public Lands Day both happen to fall on the Saturday.

Admission to the 15 Smithsonian Institution museums is free all year round, but 1,200 other museums, zoos, and arts/cultural attractions also offer free entry on Annual Museum Day. National Public Lands Day is a day when parks across the country waive their typical fees; find a site at publiclandsday.org.

Where to Score Delicious Birthday Freebies

SavvySugar — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 06:30:11 -0700

Who says there's no such thing as a free lunch? Not only can you score a free lunch on your birthday, you can score a free steak dinner if you play your cards right! Plenty of restaurants go beyond the standard complimentary dessert, and will spring for your entire meal. One thing to note: most of these deals require you to sign up with the restaurant's club or email newsletter in advance, so be sure to plan ahead!

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6 Entertaining Birthday Freebies

SavvySugar — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:30:22 -0700

Think the only free stuff you're entitled to on your birthday is a scoop of vanilla ice cream and an off-key song at your local restaurant? Think again! Plenty of businesses and entertainment venues want to help you celebrate by giving you a free pass. Whether you plan to stay close to home or get away, give yourself a fun and affordable birthday when you take advantage of these freebies.

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Go Bowling For Free Today!

SavvySugar — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 04:30:32 -0700

This weekend might be all about Labor Day, but it's still National Bowling Week, which could work out for anyone who wants free entertainment today. Download a coupon to bowl a free game (good Sept. 5 only) and take it to an alley near you. By doing so, you'll be participating in an effort to set a record for the most games bowled in a single day.

Think bowling is for old guys? Here's an interesting fact. According to Strike Ten Entertainment, the average bowler is 29 years old, and 49 percent of bowlers are female. Even if you're not an a good bowler, it could be a fun (and free) way for you and your friends to pass the time today.

Free in NYC: Celebrity-Led City Tours

SavvySugar — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 08:30:15 -0700

The Big Apple Greeter Group is spicing up its 18-year-old all-volunteer program with free celebrity-led tours. Typically, tourists are paired up with New York residents who show visitors the city they know - not the guide-book version.

They'll recommend what to order at classic eateries and take you through their favorite neighborhoods, and the celebrity-led tours essentially offer the same arrangement. Former New York Giants running back Tiki Barber took a couple from Colorado to his favorite Vietnamese restaurant, and Sopranos star Dominic Chianese has plans to take a tourist to Arthur Avenue in the Bronx.

Would you prefer a tour led by a regular New Yorker, or by a celebrity?

Where to Find Father's Day Freebies and Deals

SavvySugar — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 06:30:42 -0700

Share your love for free stuff with Dad this Father's Day. Get out of the house on Sunday while keeping your wallet in check - just head out to one of these businesses offering freebies and deals in honor of your awesome pops.

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8 Free Summer Festivals Across the US

SavvySugar — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 08:30:02 -0700

Feeling a little trapped in your home city? Going on a long weekend trip somewhere domestic is a great solution for getting away without spending a ton of cash. Afford an upgraded hotel room when you save money on daytime activities, like attending free festivals celebrating Summer. Get inspiration for a cheaper getaway when you check out these free and fun events taking place across the country.

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