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Taking Trips With Kids

Here are some things to look at and into before planning your trip:

*Useful Websites

http://www.roadtripamerica.com/
http://www.momsminivan.com/
http://www.planning-fun-road-trips.com/
http://www.militaryonesource.com/

*Smart Phone Aps:
Some of these are free while others cost a few bucks, but worth checking out.  Also if you are going to a specific destination, look for websites and apps for that location.

Mom Maps
SitOrSquat: Bathroom Finder
Roadside America
DC Essential Family
iFly Pro
HotelPal
GateGuru

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Become A Super Coupon Ninja!!

There are lots of coupons up for grabs, if you know where to find them. By far, the best places to look are:

 

Newspapers- the Smart Source and Valassis coupon inserts appear on a near-weekly basis. The Procter and Gamble insert appears at the start of each month.
Magazines- women's publications such as Woman's Day, Red Book, Family Circle and Good Housekeeping frequently carry manufacturer coupons.
In store- look for coupons on store shelves, on products and on the back of your receipts. Also look for coupons to print out at the register

 

Additional places to look:

 

Online- look to free grocery coupon sites for loads of printable coupons. Not all stores take them; but if yours does, you’re in luck
Junk mail- high-value manufacturer coupons have started to appear in junk mailers, so be sure to look before you toss
Direct from the manufacturer- check manufacturer websites for printable coupons or contact companies (by mail, e-mail or phone) torequest coupons
Store mailings- get a frequent shopper card for the grocery stores that you shop, and you may be rewarded with special coupon mailings
On products- look in and on the packaging of the products that you buy for special loyalty coupons

 

How to Keep Coupons Organized

 

There are lots of ways to organize coupons; the key is to find the approach that works best for you. Three options to consider:

• Clipping out all coupons
• Clipping out just the coupons that you intend to use
• Leaving the coupon inserts intact, and clipping coupons on an "as-needed" basis 

Whichever approach you choose, there are several things that you can do to ensure that your coupons remain neat and accessible:

 

1. Develop a filing system. Many couponers organize their coupons by grocery category--dairy, frozen foods, deli, etc. – but it's not the only way to go. Find a filing system that works for you--by aisle, by expiration, etc. – and put it into action. 
2. Find a container to hold your coupons. Use a shoebox, a storage container, a coupon binder, a coupon wallet or a recipe box – it doesn't matter what you choose – but it's important to have a landing spot for all of those coupons.
3. File coupons the same day you get them. Okay, so you may not always have time to file your coupons right away, but try to file them as soon as you can. This will prevent them from getting lost, and save you the hassle of having to sort through a big mess of coupons all at once.
4.Purge regularly. Expired coupons won't save you money, so don't let them hog space in your coupon file. Set a schedule for purging expired coupons, and stick to it.

  

Tips:

 

1. Because of the fact you may potentially almost make a steal, don't be so dead set on "brand loyalty." Be flexible!

 

2. I file my coupons by aisles in the commissary and move them from one slot to another once the item is in my cart. This way there is no potential of dropping the coupon or forgetting its there by accident. All of the slots will be empty once I am through and all items are marked of my list with a bright highlighter pen.

  

3. The commissary does NOT allow stacking. However, if you find a young cashier they never say anything.

  

4. Search for coupons on your favorite items when you run into the store for something small like bananas. I can't begin to think how many times I found good value coupons for items when I was just dropping in. When I came back for my big shopping trip, they were all gone.

  

5. Organization is key to you not getting confused or frustrated. I like to write out how many of the items i need to purchase in order t use the coupon AND how many different coupons I have for the items so I can use them all and not forget any.

  

6. Generally, the commissary has "beauty" coupons most days, such as AXE for men. There are most often Axe coupons in Sunday papers or in the coupon flyer's at the entrance to the commissary.

  

7. ALWAYS pick up the flyers/coupon packs at the front entrance (on the right hand side next to the doors to the food court.) Lots of valuable coupons!!!

  

8. Relax and Enjoy watching your grocery bill drop!!!!!

 

 

RESOURCES:

 http://www.coupondivas.com/ (the BEST go to site for all stores sales!!) Find them on facebook!

 http://www.couponsurfer.com/

 http://www.redplum.com/

 http://www.smartsource.com/

 http://www.coupons.com/

 

JB MDL Chili Cook Off

Do you have the winning chili recipe? Let the JB MDL community be the judge! The top chili of choice wins $500! Give it your best shot on Saturday, May 14 at John Mann Park where you prepare your own special recipe over an open flame and share it for tasting – show off your chili pride!

We fire up and start cooking at 10 am and at noon the JB MDL community arrives for the grand tasting event, contests, prizes, music, bounce castles, food and beverages. Vote for your favorite chili and cheer on the teams. Admission is FREE! Competitor packets are available online at gomdl.com or at Tommy B’s Community Activity Center.


Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three rated chili recipes, People’s Choice winner and best Showmanship! Prizes worth over $1000 will be awarded. Contestants must register no later than May 3. Please call 609-754-2830 609-754-2830 for more information about what’s going to be a hot and spicy day for the JB MDL community.

Joint Base Easter Egg Hunt APRIL 16th

Hop on over to Wacky World on Saturday, April 16 from 11 am to 1 pm for the annual Easter Egg Hunt and Easter themed activities, games, bouncy castles, pictures with the bunny, prizes and giveaways hosted by the McGuire Community Center. The hunt starts at 11:30 am and families with children age’s two to twelve are invited to join us. The egg hunt will be organized in different age groups. Don’t forget to bring your Easter basket and camera to capture pictures of the kids enjoying Easter fun. Those who wish to participate should register in advance
by calling 609-754-2830 or 609-754-2830

Earth Day Events at JB MDL

The Earth Day Celebration at Lakehurst takes place on Thursday, April 14 starting with a litter pick up at 9:30 am followed by the run/walk and a BBQ lunch at 12:30 pm. For more information on Lakehurst Earth Day activities, please contact michael.kon@mcguire.af.mil.


The Earth Day Event at Dix/McGuire is taking place on Saturday, April 30 at the Laurel Pond Recreation Area from 9 am to 3 pm. Enjoy our natural resources right here at JB MDL by taking part in canoeing, hikes, crafts, free picnic lunch, wild animals, information booths from local nature centers and nonprofits and more. For more information on Dix/McGuire Earth Day events, please contact jennifer.armento@mcguire.af.mil

Mini Job Fair

It’s a great time of year to start planning for summer employment and future employment options. The WFRC is hosting a Mini Job Fair on Wednesday, March 30 from 10 am to 2 pm at Morgan’s at Dix on Alabama Avenue. Find out about job openings and the application process. If you have questions, we have answers. Please call 609-754-3154 609-754-3154 to find out more!