30% off Mel Brooks Young Frankenstein at the Buell Theater Denver

It's Alive starting June 15 at the Buell Theatre
We know you like Broadway...so don't miss this monstrously good time at 30% off!
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			With such memorable tunes as "The Transylvania Mania," "He Vas My Boyfriend" and "Puttin' On The Ritz," The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein is scientifically-proven, monstrously good entertainment ... and the only place you'll witness a singing and dancing laboratory experiment in the largest tuxedo ever made. Buy now or call 303.893.4100 and use promo code:  ALIVE
The Denver Center is proud to present the Denver premiere of Mel Brooks’ monster musical Young Frankenstein for a limited two week engagement.  From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation The Producers comes this monster new musical comedy.  A wickedly inspired re-imagining of the Frankenstein legend based on Mel Brooks' classic comedy masterpiece, the story follows bright young Dr. Frankenstein as he attempts to complete his grandfather's masterwork and bring a corpse to life. Together with his oddly shaped and endearing helper Igor, his curvaceous lab assistant Inga, and in spite of his incredibly self-involved madcap fiancé Elizabeth, Frankenstein succeeds in creating a monster -- but not without scary and quite often hilarious complications. Buy now or call 303.893.4100 and use promo code: ALIVE.  Your tickets are waiting!

Wine by mail with Free shipping

My Wines Direct is an online wine retailer that ships wine for free.  I've used this as a gift when I'm visiting(since you can't bring wine on flights anymore)  and don't know the area's wine stores or in some cases I do know the wine stores.  For the Memorial Day week-end My Wines Direct is offering special discounts and with code MEM20 you can get an additional $20.00 off!  I've really enjoyed the BBQ Best selection of six bottles.

Eating well in the backcountry -Make your own Dehydrated foods

I like food and I like to eat well.  The food you end up with in the backcountry can be, well, not so good.  When we're out we want simple just add hot water and eat kind of food.  It is quick and easy to make, light weight and easy to clean up after.  After a hard day I don't want to mess with much more than that.  But some of those pre-packaged dinners are filled with crap, and really expensive.  So I make my own for a quarter of the price.  I have a dehydrator that can dehydrate everything from soup to smoothies.  I also will buy fruit when it is on special (mangoes are $1.00 each at City Market this week) and dehydrate it for snacks.  Dehydrated food doesn't look all that good until it is re-hydrated but ohhh it is so tasty and made with all the ingredients you put in it.  I use an American Harvester Dehydrator that has served me well for many years
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Had enough of Vail's winter? Ready to fly the coop? Check Kayak

Ready to head out of town?  I've found some really great deals on Kayak.  It checks lots of different sites and lets you know who has the best deals.  You can also do comparative searches with specific sites. I just found an amazing deal on a ticket to Sweden with Vayama, through Kayak.  If you're looking for a hotel we have used the Hotwire name your own price and gotten hotel rooms for $30.00/night(including taxes and fees) in Denver.  You can dictate how many stars you want your hotel to have and what neighborhood.  Of course the fewer stars the cheaper you'll get.  We've ended up at some nice "long term stay" hotels that even have a little kitchenette.  Now with all the money you've saved think of all the fun things you can do with it on vacation.

Dishing out the deals in the Vail Valley at Dish and Eat

Dish Restaurant in Edwards is doing 35% off the entire bill until the 5th of June.  Head over for a sangria and a small plate and spend almost nothing.  And on Friday evenings Eat, right down stairs is doing grilled Eaton Ranch burgers and a Bitburger beer for just $5.00 out on their patio. Soak in the the last rays of the day as you relax out on the patio with your burger and beer an then head up stairs to finish off the evening.  Dish can get busy so it is a good idea to make a reservation 970.926.3433. 

Signing up for emails can get you discounts

There are lots of benefits to signing up for email notices from some of your favorite retailers.  But there is the con of having your email box overflowing with junk.  But you can always set up an email account with yahoo, gmail or hotmail that is dedicated to junk.  You can check it when you have time and just delete everything when you don't have time to deal with it.  At Basegear (an outdoor gear shop) you can get 20% off retail when you sign up.  I have continued to get 20% off everything I order from them unless it is already on sale.  They offer free shipping on orders of $50.00 or more
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ShoeBuy 25%off coupon is a good buy

Here is great deal on shoes from ShoeBuy.com.  25% off and free shipping and returns.  You can order a couple of different sizes and then keep the one that fits and return the others free.  You save on price and there isn't any tax either.  If you're looking for some new shoes go for it.  You have until May 26 to order. 

Food Saver saves money

FreshSaver Handheld Sealing Kit $9

Foodsaver drops the FreshSaver Handheld Vacuum Sealing System from $29.99 to $9 via code E0FV70FS. This cordless handheld device vacuum seals FoodSaver Vacuum Zipper Bags and Deli Containers. It comes complete with a charging stand, 2 deli containers, 5-quart vacuum zipper bags and 5 –gallon vacuum zipper bags. Shipping is $6.
I know you've seen the infomercials about the Food Saver but really I have one and it does keep your food fresh far longer.  I use them in the freezer. I use them a lot for dehydrated camping meals (that is a whole blog of its own).  I've always used the bags not the containers.  The bags are great because you can freeze them and boil them.  You can also wash the bags out and use them again.  This deal is a great way to get into it and see if it is something you'd really use and 9 bucks is a steal.

Pet Care can cost

If you follow my link to PetCareRx you can receive 20% off your order and get free shipping on orders of $35.00 or more.  Now we are just baby sitters of pets these days, but  I remember spending big bucks on all sorts of pet items.  So I'm sure those of you who are pet owners will appreciate a deal.  They carry all sorts of supplements, medications and accessories.

Photo Books on sale at Walmart

Okay, as much as I hate Walmart they do have some great specials that are hard to pass up.  They currently have bound custom 8x11 photo books on sale.  You can choose a linen cover from $15.00 or a leather cover starting at $20.00 for 20 pages.  Site to store shipping is free which is a huge savings from other photo book sites.  Father's Day is just around the corner.

Door to Door Organics on sale with Goupon

Today's Groupon is for Door to Door Organics.  Buy a $34.00 certificate for $17.00.  Save 50%.  Door to Door Organics has a variety of box sizes and varieties.   There are no commitments so you don't have to sign on for the whole season.  Try a box and see how you like it.  There is a delivery charge for us here in the mountains but get some friends to do it too and share the expense. 

Today! only Deal on a Men's Puffy Jacket $129.99

Oakley Men's Puffy Jacket

The Oakley Puffy Down Jacket for Men is loaded with all the cool features you can think of in a down jacket. The Puffy Jacket looks super slick thanks to its shiny two-layer polyester fabric and unique baffling pattern. The baffles hide the pockets as well, so you can stash your stashables without worry. 550-fill goose down insulates, so you can shred when the thermometer barely shows any red. Shoulder vents let you chill as your session heats up. A removable hood and removable storm skirt protect from flying flakes. The Oakley Men’s Puffy Down Jacket is the ultimate in down comfort and style.

 Save with no tax and Free Shipping for orders over $45.00.  It comes in a variety of colors and sizes.  If you need a stylish warm down jacket this could be the ticket.

Borders is giving away a book to kids 12 or under. Dare your kids (or your neice or nephew or grandkids)to read!

Borders Summer Reading Double Dog Dare

Groceries for half price. Don't be afraid. Get a deal from the clearance bin

Okay, so I've talked about buying things when they go on sale at City Market or Safeway.  You can save money that way but both stores have clearance bins too.  At Safeway Vail it is back by the restrooms, at City Market Vail they have some bins up front past the check-out counter.  City Market Avon has bins in back of the bread department near dairy.  All of the supermarkets also have clearance areas for meat, bakery and dairy too.  Yesterday I bought a tube of Colgate Total toothpaste from the clearance bin marked $1.39(50% off regular retail) plus I had a coupon for a dollar off.  So I  bought a tube of toothpaste for 39 cents.  You can find all sorts of bargains like that.  I buy milk and eggs in the clearance bin all the time.  Last week I had a coupon for NestFresh eggs that I used on the clearance item and got them for $1.30 a carton for cage free eggs.  They usually sell for $3.89 a carton.  Worried they won't stay fresh until you can use them?  Either crack them open and freeze them or boil 'em up and they keep a week in the fridge. 

Mi Zuppa on sale in Vail 50% off

MiZuppa has a gift certificate on the KZYR true local's deal $17.00 for a $20.00 certificate and after 6:30 they offer everything at 50% off. So head over to Vail near Safeway and West Vail Liquor at 6:30 with your certificate and buy MiZuppa at half off. I can't even do the math on this one but you'll save a lot.



Colorado's Most Unique Restaurant for Lunch and Early Dinner - Serving a Large Variety of Fresh and Healthy Soups, made to Order Sandwiches, Wraps and Panini’s, Freshly Baked Cookies and Bread. Catering is their specialty.

Get your Jazz on for free!

Amazon has their Original Jazz Classics Remasters - Sampler available for download free!   So get your groove on and get down with the likes of John Coltrane and the Dave Brubeck Quartet.

 

Dining Deal with KZYR and Cafe Milano

You can buy a Cafe Milano gift certificate from KZYR's true local deal$ for $17.00 for a $25.00 certificate.  Then on top of that Cafe Milano is offering 30% off the entire bill.  That is a real deal.  Take advantage now I don't know how long they're going to offer this deal.

Screaming Deal on Gas! $1.95/gallon Gas hasn't been that cheap since? 2000

Yes you read that correctly.  Edwards Station is celebrating 10 years in business and on May 15th they are offering regular unleaded for $1.95 a gallon.  Plan to have an empty tank so you can take full advantage.

Front Load Washer from LG a Consumer Reports "best buy" for $645.00 then take your Holy Cross Rebate

Amazon has the LG WM2050CW front load washer for $645.00 with free shipping and not tax.  This has an energy star rating and should be eligible for the Holy Cross washer rebate.  That is big savings.  Plus then you start saving on water and electricity.  Consumer Reports lists this as a "Best Buy."  Remember to use the vaillibrary user name and vaillibrary as your password to access Consumer Reports online.

Get the lead out recycling program is a low cost way to dump toxic electronic waste

"Get the Lead Out" is being held in the RV parking lot east of the Lionshead parking structure May 14th from 10:00-2:00.  You can bring your old computer parts for recycling.  MeTech, who is doing the recycling, ensures data security by destroying the hard drive and will provide you with a certificate guaranteeing the destruction of the disc.  The cost is $5 per computer or small printer; $10 for monitors up to 17” and larger printers; very large items may cost more. There is no charge to recycle keyboards and other accessories with a computer.  Shredding of important documents is also being done by Paper Wise of Glenwood Springs.  The cost is $10.00 a box.  The shredding is done on site and then the shredded paper is either recycled or composted.


“Get the Lead Out” is sponsored by the town of Vail, Eagle County, NRC Broadcasting and All Mountain Technologies. For more information or questions, call Bill Carlson, town of Vail environmental health officer at 970-479-2333, or call Matt Scherr with Eagle Valley Alliance at 970-827-9999.

Don't forget Mother's Day You still have time to send flowers and get a deal for $19.99

You can get a beautiful bouquet of pink and white lilies for just $19.99.  It comes with a free vase and free shipping from 1-800 flowers use code mdayfree9.   This is only valid for orders placed today for delivery May 4-6

Energy Star Rebates available from Holy Cross. Save some green by going green

So virtually all of the rebate money made available through the Governor's Energy Office is gone.  But you don't have to miss out altogether.  If you are a Holy Cross customer they are offering rebates for energy star appliances with their WE CARE program.  Everything from compact florescent bulbs to refrigerators are eligible for a rebate.  

You don't need a Kinde to read e-books Get the computer app for free

You don't have to buy a Kindle to be able to read ebooks.  Amazon has a free app for your PC or Mac and you can read your books on your computer.  Of course, a computer is a bit bigger than a Kindle tablet but if you have a netbook you're getting closer in size to a book.  And this is a great way to find out if you even like reading ebooks before shelling out the big bucks.

Limited offer. Half price on Mariela at Denver Center for the Arts What a deal

Mariela in the Desert Closes May 15 The Ricketson Theatre Save 50% with code PAINT Hurry! Offer ends Sunday!
Just two weeks left to see the Theatre Company hit that everyone’s raving about: “…the Denver Center has given it a tender, visually pleasing production.” - Westword  “… at the heart of director Bruce K. Sevy's warm-blooded staging is a knowable family…thanks to performances that come off as terribly human.” – The Denver Post “… a remarkable new play.” - Out Front Colorado Take advantage of this half price offer before May 9. Tickets are available to this passionate drama, which explores what it takes to be a family. Hurry! This offer is only good through May 9. Buy now with code PAINT Producing Partners: Dr. Patricia Baca, M. Ann Padilla & Bob Grabowski and Marvin & Judi Wolf

Here's to your Health

If you missed the 9News Health Fair last week-end you can still get in on free or low cost screenings.  This is sponsored by the Shaw Cancer Center.  There are blood work tests, quit smoking kits and various screenings from melanoma to diabetes but you need to make an appointment.  So call  970-477-5250 to make your appointment.  They have a variety of dates and times.  Check out the ad in the Vail Daily on April 27th page 11.

You don't need to ask directions with a Pharos GPS Navigation System

Today only! Get the Pharos PDR250US GPS for only $49.99 from Dell. This is a $90.00 savings from the regular Dell price.  Plus shipping is free.

Listen up KYZR local's specials. Get a ton of different deals

You didn't know your radio could save you money did you.  I have to thank my friend Claire for this great deal.  KZYR has a special "true local deals" on their website.  You have the opportunity to buy a bunch of different gift certificates at significant discounts off the value.  For example you can buy a $25.00 gift certificate for the Left Bank for $17.00.  Or you can buy a $50.00 certificate to Alpine Quest for $35.00.  You can get certificates for every thing from Ace Hardware to Walkin' the Dog.

Restaurant deals abound this time of year.

Ahh off season.  The time locals wait for all year to head out to their favorite restaurants.  Montauk is offering $20.00 adult entrees.  Vin 48 is offering 48% off select bottles of wine.  Sweet Basil is offering $11.95 lunch specials and a $42.00 three course dinner special.  Nozawa is offering entrees and sushi rolls at 50% off.  Avondale is taking 30% off your whole dinner check.  La Tour has a $39.00 organic three course meal.  The Tap Room has a $6.95 daily lunch special.  MiZuppa has lunches starting at $5.00.  Terra Bistro is doing their "Motivated Cellar" a progressive wine sale. So grab a friend and treat yourself to a meal out.

Canned salmon on sale at City Market

Canned pink wild caught salmon is on sale at City Market 2 for $4.00.  So whip up some Salmon cakes or toss some in with some fettuccine with diced fresh tomatoes, onions, asparagus and cream cheese add a dash of milk to thin out the sauce.


Salmon Cakes

Ingredients:
1 can of salmon skin and bones removed
2 eggs
2 Tablespoons mustard (like Dijon)
2 stalks celery diced very small
1/2 an onion diced
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
3-4 shots of hot sauce (like Tabasco)
1 1/2 teaspoons dried dill
2 Tablespoons mayo
1/2 - 3/4 cup bread crumbs

Mix all the ingredients together and form into small patties.  Fry in a little oil in a cast iron skillet or non-stick skillet on medium high heat about 6 minutes on the first side so it has a nice brown color then flip and cook until the other side is nicely browned.  Serve on a bed of greens, drizzle with a light vinaigrette or if you like serve a lemon dill mayo on the side.

Calling all Gardeners Sunday deal only! See the Light while you're there

Don't miss out on Home Depot's buy one get one free Bonnie 3"-5" Peat Pot Vegetables and Herbs. They also have the same BOGO deal on seed packets. I know when you look outside and see all the snow it is hard to think garden but now is the perfect time to start tending these guys indoors so you can actually see the fruits of your labors before the snow starts flying again.  While you're at Home Depot check out the Earth Day deals on energy efficient light bulbs.

50% off Natural Meats at Cut

Cut is offering a 50% discount on all their products (meats,seafood, accessories, etc.) until close of business day Saturday.  They are obviously trying to run out of product before they close so go now for the best selection. 
Cut will be closed April 25th until May 18th.  They are literally giving it away so go get what they have got!
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Take all the money you saved on delicious meats and seafood and go next door and get a nice bottle of wine to go with it. 

Get Healthy Stay Healthy with the 9Health Fair

The 9Health fair comes to Eagle on Saturday.  They are offering  free and low-cost health screenings for heart disease, diabetes, colon cancer, cervical cancer, prostate cancer, mental health and more. 

 If you go...

What: 9Health Fair
When: 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Saturday
Where: Eagle Valley Middle School, 747 East Third Street, Eagle
Details: Blood draw participants must fast for 10 hours prior to testing. Blood chemistry screening costs $30, blood count screening costs $15, PSA screening (men only) costs $25. Cash or checks only.

No fat organic potato chips. Junk food gets healthy

I've become addicted to these easy to make snacks.  They are really easy to make and taste great.  Potatoes themselves are actually very good for you.  And this week Organic Russet Potatoes in a 3lb bag are buy one get one free at City Market.  It is all the things we add to them that make them no so good for you.  All right you're saying get to the point.  Wash an organic russet potato (I'm sure you can use other types of potatoes but I've only used russet) and slice it as thin as you can.  If I'm making a big batch I'll use the Cuisinart with the 2mm slicing blade.  Rinse the slices in cold water to remove some of the starch.  Then lay them out on a towel to dry at least one side and sprinkle with salt.  Place them (not touching) on a piece of parchment paper cut the size of your microwave tray.  Cook them in the microwave until they get brown in the middle.  That can take anywhere from 3-10 minutes depending on how many slices you have and the strength of your microwave.  When they are brown take them out of the microwave and cool (so they crisp) before serving.  Whip up a little onion or ranch dip with nonfat yogurt and voila.  YUM!

Saving vegetable ends for soup stock

Every time I peel a carrot (mostly I buy the big 5 lb bag of whole organic carrots they are so much cheaper than the mini peeled carrots) or an onion or chop off the tops of celery I put the peels and tops in a bag in the freezer.  When the bag fills up I add some parsley, bay leaf, salt and pepper and boil it up into stock.  If I roast a chicken I'll save the bones and throw them in the pot too.  Then I jar it and store it in the fridge until I'm ready to make soup or need a splash of stock for a recipe.  How much do you pay for a box of organic stock?  And this you make with bits that would otherwise end up in the trash.  You can't get much cheaper than that.

Tenth Mountain and Alfred Braun Huts are a great deal

Getting away from it all doesn't have to be a hardship or expensive.  One of our favorite getaways is a trip to the back country.  There are big huts that can accommodate a crowd or small intimate huts that are for smaller groups.  At the big huts you buy a bed not necessarily the whole hut. At the smaller huts you have to buy at least half the beds and then you get the whole hut for your group.  Beds run around $30.00 a bed/night.  The huts are equipped with solar lights, beds, pillows, wood stoves, propane cook tops and all the cooking and eating utensils you need.  You bring in your food and drink and a sleeping bag.  You need to contact the Tenth Mountain Huts Organization to book the huts.  Remember you're headed into the wilderness and take appropriate precautions.  We ski with telemark and alpine touring equipment to the huts but you can snowshoe or cross country ski too.

Organic cotten t-shirt by Prana $9.99 what a deal.

For today only you can get a men's organic cotton t-shirt for $9.99 from Altrec.  If you find some other stuff you can't live without you can get free shipping on orders of $45.00 or more.  Or find some friends and each order one to get free shipping.  Otherwise shipping is $8.95.  Not too bad for organic cotton. 

Last day of Vail go enjoy!

Looks like sunshine and spring skiing today.  Get one last day on your pass.  Go take a few runs and then go watch the pond skimming championships. Great fun
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It is better to give than to receive

You can really enrich your life and your community by giving.  You can, of course, give money but we don't have so much of that.  But you can also give of your time.  And frankly that can be more rewarding.  I have a friend who volunteers with a literacy group.  Another friend volunteers at a hospice.  I volunteer with the Taste of Vail every year.  It is a food and wine event where all the proceeds are given to a local charity.  I have so much fun with that I forget I'm also doing something good for my community.  There are lots of ways to volunteer that will tap into your interests.  Check your local Habitat for Humanity, Library, Hospital, Museum,School, Town and Highway clean up and any other charities.  They are always looking for another hand. 

Click here for more info about this year's artwork for sale.

Sockeye Salmon $6.99 a pound at Target

This week Target stores with groceries have Wild Caught Alaskan Sockeye Salmon on sale for $6.99/lb. It is great grilled, broiled and poached.  Sockeye also makes a great gravlax which is super easy to make and usually costs somewhere in the neighborhood of $20.00/lb.

Celebrate tax day with a free cup of Coffee from Starbucks

Get a free cup of coffee at participating Starbucks on April 15 when you bring in a reusable cup.  Plus anytime you bring in your own mug you can save $.10 off your beverage.  Go Green Save Green.

Awesome Deal from Altrec on Men's Stance Pant

Today only!  The Mountain Hardware Men's Stance Pant is on sale for $79.99 (originally $159.95) at Altrec.

Click on the size to see the price.  Free shipping too on orders over $45.00.

Free Movies at the Avon Library

Celebrating Earth Day all month the Avon Library is having a free showing of Food Inc.  on Wednesday evening at 6:00 pm.  As they say you'll never look at your food the same way after Food Inc.             .