Category Archives: Concord

Kids Workshop – Build a Lawn Mower Pencil Holder

Posted on May 30, 2013 | Leave a comment

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You can take your kids to a free kids workshop at The Home Depot on Saturday, June 1 to make a Lawn Mower Pencil Holder from 9 am to noon. Click on the “Kids Workshops” tab to register. Receive a KIDS GO FREE ticket offer to any Merlin Entertainments Group US Attraction(LEGOLAND Theme Parks, LEGOLAND Discovery Centers, Madame Tussauds and SEA LIFE Aquariums).

You will get all supplies needed for this project for FREE. Workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety along with instilling a sense of pride and accomplishment. All kids get to keep their craft and receive a FREE Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement. Workshops are designed for children ages 5-12. Plan to attend at your local Home Depot.

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Happy Memorial Day Everyone!

Posted on May 27, 2013 | 1 comment

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I hope everyone has a great memorial day! Running over to our Memorial Day freebies page to take advantage of some great freebies, specials and deals! 

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DUI Checkpoint – In Progress – Now In Concord

Posted on May 25, 2013 | Leave a comment

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Law enforcement throughout Contra Costa County will be cracking down on drunk drivers tonight. As part of the Avoid the 25, the anti-DUI task force will deploy officers countywide  to arrest drunk drivers and keep the public aware of the dangers of driving while impaired.

People making plans for weekend trips and parties are encouraged to use a designated sober driver to prevent arrests or accidents. Drive safe and be responsible.

Update: There is a checkpoint tonight in Concord (9:30pm – 3:30am) at Monument and Oak Grove, in Concord. There will also be a checkpoint in Oakley on Sunday.

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Bay Area KidFest – May 25-27

Posted on May 22, 2013 | Leave a comment

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The 24th annual Bay Area KidFest is one of the Bay Areas longest-running family events on the 3-day Memorial Day Weekend. The venue will be Mt. Diablo High School’s  spacious 10 acres in Downtown Concord will feature multiple entertainment stages including music, dance, ethnic performers, martial arts, gymnastics, animal shows, circus, magic, clowns and much more. Free kids arts & crafts activities, face painting, carnival games, balloon hats, inflatable and all-new Sports Field of Dreams. Rides include Zipline, ferris wheel, giant slide, pony rides, EuroBungy trampoline, climbing wall, petting zoo, Zippy Pets cars, Bobble Lagoon and more. Visit the eclectic Food Court and over 125 arts & crafts and exhibitor booths. Admission $5 with donation of canned food to Food Bank. KidFest benefits local non-profits in education, health and sports. The KidFest will be held from May 25-27, 2013 from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Admission is $5 per person with canned food donation babies under 24 months, seniors 65+ FREE. Parking on site $5. For more information visit, http://kidfestconcord.com.

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Doggie Night Coming Up – May 23

Posted on May 21, 2013 | Leave a comment

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Calling all dog owners and lovers alike. Danville’s Doggie Night offers fun for you and your four-legged friend. Follow the map to Doggie Night businesses for free dog treats and canine couture. Check out the variety of vendors through the pet fair where you’ll meet pet sitters, photographers, trainers, veterinarians, and more. There’s also music, games and raffle prizes. It’s sure to be a howl.

Doggie Night will begin at Molly’s Pup-purr-ee at 425 Hartz Ave. To learn more, visit www.discoverdanvilleca.com.

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Memorial Day Freebies – Remember the Fallen

Posted on May 20, 2013 | 3 comments

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We really do have a lot to be thankful for in the great land of the FREE, the USA!  But most importantly, today is a day to remember those that have lost their lives so gallantly fighting for our right to be FREE!  Take a moment to honor the people and the families of people who have given their lives for our freedom.

Happy FREE Memorial Day!

★★★ Check back for MUCH MORE Memorial Day freebies! ★★★

AAA Tipsy Tow: Free Car Tow Home

AAA Tipsy Tow: Free Car Tow Home | Memorial Day 2013

AAA’s Tipsy Tow Program offers a free tow for drinking drivers in Northern California from 6 pm on most major holidays (read: popular times to get wasted) until 6 am the next morning, in Northern California, Nevada and Utah.

And you don’t even have to be a AAA member.

For Tipsy Tow, call (800) 222-4357 (AAA-HELP) and tell the operator, “I need a Tipsy Tow” for a free tow of up to 10 miles. Service is restricted to a one-way ride for the driver and his or her vehicle to the driver’s home.

★ MAY 25 – 27 ► Eat FREE at IKEA

★ FREE Admission to Blue Star Museums for Military starting 5/27/13

★ FREE Ancestry.com Military Records through 5/27/13

★ FREE BUMPER STICKER ► End the FED

★ FREE STICKER ► NRA Stand and Fight

★ FREE Tea Party Patriot Bumper Sticker

★ MAY 27 ►10 FREE Wings for Military at Hooter’s

★ FREE iPhone App ► Anthem USA

★ FREE Star Spangled Banner (The National Anthem) MP3 Download

★ FREE Pocket Constitution

★ FREE Square Inch Of US Land 

★ FREE TNT Fireworks Poster, Sticker, Magnet, Tattoos & More!

★ FREE Patriotic/Military HP Printable Projects

Other Discounts and Specials Include:

*Walgreens – 15% Off your entire purchase (20% Off Walgreens, W and Nice! brand items) on Monday, May 27 with valid military ID!

*DirectTV:
If you’re a DirectTV member, you can score a FREE DirectTV Cinema Movie online through May 27th. Movie must be ordered online. Upon order, one DirecTV Movie Money certificate worth $5.99 will be mailed to the address on the account within 8-10 weeks. Go here for more details.

*7-Eleven:
Head in to 7-Eleven to snag a refreshing Slurpee for just $0.49 from May 24 – May 27. Go herefor more details.

*Sam’s Club:
Get a FREE $15 gift card when you enroll or renew you Sam’s Club card for all veteran’s and active duty military. Go here for more details.

*24-Hour Fitness: FREE Workout during memorial day weekend for vet and military members.

*Outback Steakhouse:
From May 27th-July 4th, Veterans and Military personnel can snag a 10% discount! Don’t forget to bring your military ID!

*Boston Market:
May 27th, head here to print a coupon valid for 50% off any family meal purchase! Not valid on any limited time special offers, coupons or reduced price offers.

*BAJA Fresh:
Through May 27th, score 25% off your order for veterans and active military! Don’t forget to bring in your Military ID. Go here for more details.

*Albertsons: 10% off purchase for military and vets valid ID required 5/22-28.

*California’s Great America:  FREE Park Admission to Active or Retired Service men & women – see here for more.

*JoAnn Fabric: 20% off sale and clearance, and other items 5/24 to 5/27.

*Lowe’s: 10% discount with valid military ID.

*Sport’s Clips: 10% discount with valid military ID.

*Carl’s Jr.:  Carl’s Jr gives military personnel, their dependents and their families a 10% military discount at corporate stores.

*Souplantation and Sweet Tomatoes: Souplantation and Sweet Tomatoes offers 10% off with valid military ID.

*Outback Steakhouse: Outback offers a FREE Bloomin’ Onion appetizer to active duty military with valid ID.

*Jamba Juice: Buy One, Get One FREE Smoothies through June 2nd with this printable coupon.

*Papa Murphy’s Pizza: $2 off Regular Priced Pizza (exp. 5/31) Free Cookie Dough w/ Purchase of Any Reg. Priced Pizza (exp. 5/31)

*KFC: Buy (1) 2-Piece Original Recipe Boneless Combo, get 2nd free. Click here to print this coupon (exp. 6/4)

*Jack in The Box Restaurant: FREE 2 Tacos with Chicken Club Combo Purchase. Click Here to print this coupon (exp. 6/12)

Check back for more FREE Memorial Day Stuff as the day nears!

Check out our Armed Forces Day Freebies for Resources for Active Duty Military and Veterans!

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Armed Forces Day – HUGE LIST of Freebies, Discounts, Deals & Services!

Posted on May 17, 2013 | 4 comments

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Tomorrow May 18, 2013 is Armed Forces Day!

According to Wikipedia, Armed Forces Day was “first observed on 20 May 1950, the day was created on 31 August 1949, to honor Americans serving in the five U.S. military branches – the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force and U.S. Coast Guard“.

There are many businesses and organizations that honor our brave men and women on this day by giving them freebies, discounts, deals and other specials. Help us honor them too, by passing this list along to Veterans and active duty military men and women that you know, so they and their families can benefit from these awesome resources! These benefits are available everyday, year round.

UPDATE: McDonald’s will give all Vets and Military Members a Free Value Meal today! Just show up in uniform or with your military ID before 11 PM to get your free meal!

Deployment Resources:

Other places that have discounts:

  • Sprint – 15% Military Discount off plan.
  • Midas Auto Service Experts – 10% Military Discount off purchases
  • Meineke Car Care Center – 10% Military Discount off parts
  • Marriott – Military discount rate changes based on location, show ID and ask for military rate.
  • Geico Insurance – Military Discount Varies by state and location.
  • Comfort Inn – Military discount rate changes based on location, show ID and ask for military rate.
  • Old Navy – 10% discount to active and veteran military ID card holders EVERY Monday under the Military Mondays promotion!
  • Lowe’s – 10% Military Discount off purchases
  • Spencer Gifts – 10% Military Discount off purchases nationwide.
  • Charlotte Russe – 10% Military Discount in-store, just show your ID!
  • Buckle – 10% Military Discount at all stores nationwide! They also offer free shipping to APO FPO addresses to troops overseas.
  • Hot Topic – 10-20% Military Discount off purchases in all stores nationwide.
  • Aeropostale – 10% Military discount on all purchases nationwide
  • Verizon Wireless – 15% Military Discount off monthly bill, some offer additional 8% off data plan! 25% off accessories
  • Jos A Bank – 20% Military Discount off regular priced items in all locations nationwide.
  • Rodeway Inn – Military discount rate changes based on location, show ID and ask for military rate.
  • Greyhound Lines – 10% Military Discount at all locations.
  • Regal Berkeley 7 – Discounted ticket prices, varies from location to location depending on standard ticket price. Military Discount is typically $1.00 off ticket price.
  • T-Mobile – 15% Military Discount off plan.
  • Econo Lodge – Military discount rate changes based on location, show ID and ask for military rate.
  • Penske Truck Rental – Save up to 20% with your Military Discount. Reserve online for 10% off, then show your Military ID for an additional 10%. They will also do price match with Military ID within 15 miles with documentation.
  • Amtrak – 10% military discount

To all active duty military and veterans, on behalf of the Diablo Reporter, we thank you for your service and honor you this day and everyday.

Happy Armed Forces Day!

For more freebies, check out our Memorial Day Freebies!

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