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McDonald’s Owners/operators of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana are bringing back the Outrageous Value Day by offering $.49 hamburgers and $.59 cheeseburgers at participating local Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana restaurants on July 15, 2009 for one day only.

McDonald’s Owners of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana represent more than 100 owner/operators and nearly 500 restaurants throughout the greater Chicagoland region, including stores as far north as Gurnee, west as Morengo, south as Watseka and east to Northwest Indiana.

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Freebie Alert: Free Ices Cream July 18 for National Ice Cream Day

Free Peanuts(TM) Ice Cream Cones on National Ice Cream Day, July 18th at All Carrows and Cocos Restaurants

On July 18th, National Ice Cream Day, all Carrows restaurants, located throughout the states of California and Nevada and all Coco's Restaurants & Bakeries, located throughout the states of California, Arizona, Nevada and Colorado,, will scoop out free Peanuts(TM) ice cream cones, one of the special new Peanuts(TM)desserts being served up at the family restaurant chains from now until November 2009. All Carrows/Cocos E-Club members will receive a coupon for the free ice cream, and non-members can easily sign up online for the restaurant's E-Club at www.carrows.com. Guests signing up by July 15 will receive the coupon; and all members should print out their coupon to redeem it at the restaurant. Carrows is giving away free Peanuts(TM)ice cream cones to not only recognize this classic American treat, but to also celebrate their partnership with the classic American brand, Peanuts(TM).

The free ice cream cone day is part of a Peanuts(TM) promotion that is running through November 30, 2009 in all Carrows. Stopping by for free cones is not only an economical way to spend a hot summer day, but it is also another chance to enter the Peanuts sweepstakes, which features free meals, discounts on 5 Peanuts DVD titles and one all-expense paid trip for a family of 4 to Knott's Berry Farm's Camp Snoopy. Details on the promotion can be found at www.carrows.com/peanuts.



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Looking for a way to sweeten the deal this summer? Edible Arrangements, the pioneer and leader in hand-sculpted, fresh-fruit displays, is showing consumers its appreciation with the company's first-ever, nationwide gourmet chocolate-dipped fruit giveaway. Beginning July 6 through July 11, Edible Arrangements stores will treat customers to a complimentary box of six hand-dipped, gourmet chocolate-covered strawberries (a $15 dollar value) with every $50 dollar purchase made or picked up in stores.Get fresh fruit delivered to your door each month with The Monthly Fruit Club at TheFruitCompany.com

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Free Food Alert: Cow-Clad Customers Get Free Chick-fil-A Meals on Cow Appreciation Day, July 10

Note: This is a free food offer with one condition - you have to dress up as a cow! How bad do you want the free food at Chick-fil-A? Well you dont have to go full cow - you can just have something with cow print. Read below.

In the 'moo'd for a free meal? As part of the chain's fifth-annual Cow Appreciation Day celebration, Chick-fil-A(R) restaurants are offering a free meal (breakfast, lunch or dinner) to any customer who visits one of the 1,440-plus participating restaurants fully dressed as a cow on Friday, July 10.

Customers dressed head to hoof as a cow will be rewarded with a free Chick-fil-A Meal, which includes an entree of choice, a side item and a Dr Pepper(R) (or other beverage choice). For those who are too timid to wear full cow costumes, Chick-fil-A will award a complimentary entree to customers partially dressed in cow attire, such as a cow-spotted scarf, purse, hat or other accessory.

Chick-fil-A has launched a special website dedicated to the occasion, www.cowappreciationday.com. In addition to providing further details about the event, the site offers cow costume tips as well as downloadable cow spots, masks and other bovine-themed accessories for customers to use to create their costumes. The site also will host two online photo contests: one contest for adults 18 and older and another for children 10 and under. Both contests will award free Chick-fil-A products for a year to the best cow-dressed customers, and children will also have the opportunity to win a $1,000 U.S. Series EE Savings Bond and a digital camera through the kid's photo contest.


Now in its fifth year, Chick-fil-A's Cow Appreciation Day continues to build momentum. Last year's event - and the resulting turnout - confirmed that Chick-fil-A has a strong following of customers willing to go to great lengths to show their appreciation for cows.

Freebie Alert: Starbucks® Ice Cream Invites Facebook® Users to Treat Friends and Family

In celebration of National Ice Cream Month, Facebook users have the chance to share 280,000 free pints of super-premium Starbucks® ice cream.

Over a two-week period, from July 6-19, 20,000 pints of Starbucks® ice cream will be available each day. Beginning at 12:00 a.m. EST on July 6, Facebook users can visit http://apps.facebook.com/starbucksicecream/, log in and follow easy instructions to share a coupon redeemable for a free pint of any Starbucks® ice cream flavor. Participants can treat others or – if the temptation is too great – indulge themselves by claiming one of just over 800 coupons available at the top of each hour.

Starbucks® ice cream is made with high-quality, all-natural ingredients and is available by the pint at grocers and convenience stores across the U.S. Inspired by some of consumers’ favorite Starbucks® beverages, Starbucks® ice cream is offered in four delicious flavors: Caramel Macchiato (swirled Coffee and Vanilla ice creams with ribbons of golden caramel); Mocha Frappuccino® (swirled Coffee and Chocolate ice creams); Java Chip Frappuccino® (Coffee ice cream with dark chocolaty chunks); and Coffee (swirled Coffee and Espresso ice creams).

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Saving money while vacationing is about more than finding deals and discounts

Check out these great tips from AAA! (Just pick up five maps a tour book - all free. If you are a AAA member - remember to take advantage of the FREE maps! )

Saving money when vacationing is not just about finding deals and discounts. It is about getting maximum value for your money, while taking the trip you really wanted. AAA, the nation's largest leisure travel organization, offers tips to save on your vacation from conceptualizing your trip to arriving at your destination.

Conceptualize your vacation

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Think about what you really want from a vacation: Seeing the sites along the way? Getting there quickly and then relaxing? Four people sharing the expense of a car and hotel rooms can travel for less money than two, but sometimes getting quickly to a distant destination is well-worth the cost of airline tickets.


Establish a budget: Determine how much you are willing to spend on a vacation including transportation, accommodations, food and entertainment.


Make saving a part of your vacation planning: Start saving and planning your vacation as soon as possible. Save as you would for holiday gifts by putting a little money aside each week and watch out for special discounts and promotions.

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Be flexible on travel dates: The costs of visiting a destination can vary greatly based on when you travel. To increase savings select two - three possible travel dates and check prices before booking.


Planning


Book early: Although last minute discounts can be found, typically the best bargains and availability are accessible to those who book three to twelve months in advance. AAA.com features a variety of discount packages every day.


Take advantage of free planning tools: AAA offers free TourBook travel guides and maps to members, but many of AAA's online travel planning tools are also available to everyone at AAA.com. Most tourist boards provide free brochures and coupons and detailed travel information is available at travel agent offices.


Use a travel agency. If you are planning a complex itinerary visit a qualified travel agent, such as those at AAA club travel agencies. Travel agents work directly with the industry and may be able to negotiate discounts and advise you on other savings or benefits that may be available. When contemplating a tour or cruise package, travel agents frequently have the best deals.

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Find lodging that suits your needs and budgets. Lodgings vary greatly by costs and amenities. Most destinations have properties that range from budget to deluxe. AAA TourBook(R) listings, also available at AAA.com, include Diamond Ratings for more than 58,000 AAA Approved(R) restaurants and lodgings. All properties are rated on a scale of One to Five Diamonds allowing travelers to easily identify properties that fit their needs and budgets.


Take advantage of discounts. AAA members who visit AAA.com to book a hotel room are more likely to find a better rate there than on other leading Web sites, according to a recent survey. In a review of several online travel booking sites, AAA.com offered AAA members the best publicly-available rate on partner hotels 67 percent of the time.


On Road


Rent or take your own vehicle? Depending on the number of people in your party and the age, size and fuel economy of the vehicle you own, it may make sense to rent a vehicle for your trip. AAA estimates the full cost of owning and operating a typical new car at 54 cents per mile, including depreciation and gasoline. That means driving 100 miles per day costs about $50. If you decide to rent look for discounts and benefits such as those available to AAA members through Hertz.


If you take your own vehicle, have it inspected by a professional technician, and tell them to pay special attention to safety items and factors affecting fuel economy. There are few things worse and potentially more expensive than experiencing a roadside breakdown during a trip. Have your vehicle serviced at a AAA Approved Auto Repair shop and make sure you have access to road service in case you need it. AAA inspects and certifies repair shops as a public service. You can find a AAA approved shop at AAA.com. A fully-maintained vehicle will save on fuel expenses.


To get better fuel economy, minimize weight. Pack only what you really need and keep luggage secured inside the vehicle rather than strapped on the roof where it will create wind resistance.


Get up-to-date accurate maps and routing information in advance. AAA maps and detailed TripTik routings are available free to members at your local AAA office. Alternatively, anyone can create and print their own routing on the newly enhanced TripTik Travel Planner on AAA.com. Plan routes so you can travel at constant speeds and avoid congestion to save fuel. Also avoid two-lane roads with lots of stop signs and traffic signals unless you are taking a scenic drive.


Consider taking a GPS Navigation device with you to avoid getting lost and to make driving in unfamiliar areas easier. It may be a portable or handheld device such as a Magellan unit, or you may be able to turn your GPS-capable cell phone into a navigation system by downloading a program such as AAA Mobile(R) Navigator. Both Magellan and AAA Mobile Navigator offer turn-by-turn audible directions, as well as information on AAA Approved lodging and restaurants, points-of-interest, Show Your Card & Save locations and AAA Approved Auto Repair facilities.


During a road trip it is a good idea to create a specific budget to allot for fuel costs and to plan fuel stops in advance. Travelers can calculate their trips expected fuel costs in advance by using AAA's Fuel Cost Calculator at FuelCostCalculator.com. By using AAA's TripTik(R) Travel Planner on AAA.com, travelers can access the latest fuel prices at more than 100,000 U.S. gas stations, and see time-saving construction and historic traffic congestion information.


Take advantage of miscellaneous discounts. For additional savings visit AAA.com/discounts to research discounts available at your destination and along your route. These can include attraction discounts, shopping and restaurants. Apple iPhone users can easily find their way to AAA member savings by downloading a new application, AAA Discounts. The free, GPS-based "app" displays retail locations of AAA Show Your Card & Save(R) partners near user locations.


Start trips early in the day while traffic is light. Pack light snacks and drinks in a small cooler and plan meals stops to coincide with likely periods of traffic congestion when traveling through metropolitan areas, or when refueling. Be sure to get plenty of rest before you go and pause often enough to avoid becoming overly fatigued behind the wheel.


At Destination


Take advantage of discounts only locals may know about. Visit a local AAA office at your destination for additional AAA area discounts and ask if any special benefits are available to you at your hotel. Many hotels offer things such as free breakfasts, late checkouts, access to special amenities, or even a discounted extra night stay. Visit the Tourist Board office or Visitor's center at your destination. Many of these offices have coupons available for local attractions, restaurants, etc. If you bring a Laptop with you and your hotel offers free wi-fi, or use of a free computer in the lobby, you can research, update or change last-minute travel decisions.


Find out what is fun and free or very low cost. Inquire at the hotel, AAA office or visitors center about lake or ocean beaches, parks, gardens, historic sites, museums and zoos. Many areas have free or low cost recreation opportunities, such as renting a canoe or hiking. Concerts, craft and antique fairs, car shows or art festivals may also be occurring during your visit.


Cut back on souvenirs, but take a digital camera. Capture your trip in photographs and memories to serve as reminders of your vacation. Send digital photos using a cell phone, laptop or hotel computer to friends and family before you get home.


Take advantage of public transportation. If available, public transportation is one of the most inexpensive ways to get around. Research the availability and system your destination has to offer before you arrive.


Keep meal costs down. Meal costs can be reduced by eating the main meal at midday to take advantage of lower lunch prices at restaurants. Many restaurants also offer children's menus and "early bird" dinner specials at reduced prices. A picnic lunch purchased at a local market can also be a fun and money-saving option.

Freebie Alert: Arby’s Free Roastburger Sandwich - July 9

Arby’s will give away a free BBQ Bacon Cheddar Roastburger, with purchase of any size drink, on Thursday, July 9. Just text BBQ to 27297 (Arbys). The offer can be redeemed through July 19 at participating Arby’s restaurants. Standard text rates apply. In addition, Arby’s will showcase the sandwich, with a small fry and drink, as a value-priced $5 combo meal throughout the months of July and August.

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Gamestop Declares Declares Summer Tuesdays As Family Night I

GameStop has proclaimed summer Tuesdays as Family Night In to help families create fun and affordable in-home gatherings. The world’s largest video game and entertainment software retailer is rolling out special summer offers, discounts and chances to win free dinners while helping families strengthen their bond and extend their budgets.



To help fulfill those desires, GameStop is extending a special value offer and a Family Fun sweepstakes to consumers who make their purchases on Summer Tuesdays from June 23-Sept. 1. GameStop’s Family Night In summer fun incentives include:

A 20-percent bonus trade-in credit on summer Tuesdays. Families looking to trade in older games will receive extra currency that can be applied to select Family Night In titles;

A Family Night In sweepstakes that celebrates 100 nights of summer by awarding 100 families a free dinner. Ten families each week will be awarded a $25 gift card redeemable at a food purveyor or restaurant of their choice, a Baskin-Robbins® Brownie a la Mode® ice cream cake for dessert and four TWIX® Caramel Cookie Bars;

To help make Family Night In even sweeter, coupons for $3 off any Baskin-Robbins® cake purchase of $15 or more will be given to all GameStop customers making purchases on summer Tuesdays (while supplies last) and to those who enter the Family Night In sweepstakes online.



The company is also launching, GameStop.com, offering fun tips and pointers for families to consult in enhancing their own Family Night In gatherings, such as:

A list of hot new and pre-owned family-friendly titles (rated “E”, “E10” and “T”) including NASCAR Kart Racing, Up!, Guitar Hero Smash Hits and Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2010;

A guide to the Entertainment Software Ratings Board’s (ESRB) rating symbols and content descriptors to help parents make informed decisions about which games are appropriate for their own kids;

Ways families can stretch budgets without sacrificing fun by taking advantage of GameStop’s trade-in program to buy new titles or other items using older games as currency; and Ideas for how to make Family Night In fun, creative and inexpensive.
For additional information about GameStop’s Family Night In please visit GameStop.com.

The Harris Interactive Omnibus poll was conducted online from May 14 through May 18, 2009, among 639 parents/legal guardians of a child/children under the age of 18 living in their home.

Free Beauty Treatments: American Laser Centers is Offering One Free Trial Treatment This Summer

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American Laser Centers, the largest provider of aesthetic services in the U.S., is offering people the chance to try its most popular FDA-approved services for free. Throughout the summer people can receive one free trial treatment of their choice from the following options:

•Laser Hair Removal -- American Laser Centers offers the best energy-based laser hair removal treatments available, combining effective laser hair removal technology with versatile and safe radio-frequency (RF) therapy. The advanced laser hair removal system combines pulsed, high-intensity light with carefully-modulated RF energy to deliver an unprecedented combination of safety, versatility and effectiveness for virtually all hair and skin colors.

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American Laser Centers is also offering significant savings on their most popular treatment packages, with savings of up to almost 40 percent off regular prices.


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Warm-Weather Fun That Won't Break The Bank

If a family vacation isn't in the budget this season, there are plenty of affordable ways to still have fun in the sun.

That's good news, considering that AAA recently recommended two adults on vacation set a daily travel budget of $244 for lodging and meals. Add children into the equation and the costs can quickly add up.

Those sticking close to home this year might try something as simple as spending the night as a family outdoors, away from the TV and computer. Just pitch a tent in your backyard for the fun of a camping trip with all the luxuries of home.

Families can also visit a one-stop shopping destination like Target for affordable items that can help you have fun in the sun on your home turf. Here are some ideas to try out:

• Backyard Water Park--Re-create the water park experience at home with a mini water world in your own backyard. Items like the Wigglin' Water Sprinkler for $10.99 and Circo children's swimsuits for under $9.99 are a bargain at Target.

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• Family Game Day--Rainy days are a perfect time for board game fun. Look for sales on games and put away a few options for an unexpected cloudy day. Add to the fun by picking up small low-cost prizes like candy, stickers and small toys for the winners.

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A backyard camping trip can be an affordable way to have fun with the family.

Cheap Medical Care: $30 Sports Physicals for Kids!

If you are without health insurance for your family this is a good option!

For many kids and parents, warm weather is an invitation for long weekends and vacations filled with outdoor fun. But in addition to baseball, cookouts and camp, summer also brings a specific set of health concerns. To help ensure that you and your family have a safe, healthy season, follow these simple tips:

• Get your physical. Many sports and camp programs require children to get a physical exam prior to participation. Take Care Clinics, professional walk-in health care clinics located at select Walgreens across the country, are offering sports and camp physicals for just $30 through September of 2009. A sports or camp physical is a perfect opportunity to interact with a trusted health care professional and to get answers to questions about a child's health and well-being. Take Care Clinics are a convenient option for parents with busy schedules as these clinics are open seven days a week and weeknights, too, and no appointments are necessary.


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For rectangles, your shoulders and hips are of equal proportions, so go for styles with detailing around the waist, like stripes or a sash to accentuate the waistline. And lastly, if your waist is larger than your shoulders and hips, referred to as a circle, seek out one-piece suits with Empire waistlines or shirring and power mesh for extra tummy control.





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Free Foodie Alert: Orange Julius® to Host “Free Light Smoothie Day” on June 19

Calling all smoothie lovers who crave the lighter side of refreshing and satisfying. On Friday, June 19 participating Orange Julius® locations nationwide will host “Free Light Smoothie Day” to celebrate the introduction of Light Smoothies in three richly satisfying flavors: Strawberry Delight™, Berry-Pom Twilight™ and Tropical Sunlight™.

Visit OrangeJulius.com to download a coupon for a free 20 oz. Light Smoothie, redeemable on Friday June 19. Packed with real fruit and only 250 calories or less in each, all three Orange Julius Light Smoothies are creamy smooth, blended with ice, non-fat milk and sweetened with SPLENDA® Brand Sweetener to create:

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Strawberry Delight, sweet strawberries mingled with bananas and tropical fruit juice. Berry-Pom Twilight, an energizing mix of dark fruits including raspberries and blackberries, blended together with pomegranate juice, known for being rich in antioxidants. Tropical Sunlight, a refreshing boost of mango, pineapple and tropical fruit juice.


Orange Julius is the home of the original Orange Julius Fruit Drink, the famously frothy, refreshing fruit beverage first served in 1926 and available in a variety of flavors in addition to the signature orange. Orange Julius also offers real fruit Premium Fruit Smoothies, including Strawberry Xtreme, Tropical Tango, 3-Berry Blast, Mango Passion and Pomegranate & Berries and more. The new Light Smoothies are an exciting addition to the Orange Julius beverage menu.

For more information about Orange Julius, please visit OrangeJulius.com.

Free Foodie Alert:A&W® Restaurants Celebrates 90th Anniversary with Customers Favorites; FREE Root Beer Floats and 90¢ Papa Burgers!

A&W Restaurants, home of the Original Drive In, Draft A&W Root Beer and Root Beer Floats, is kicking off its 90th Anniversary Weekend with a FREE Float Day, this Friday, June 19 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Sunday, June 21, Father’s Day, A&W Restaurants will offer fathers 90-cent Papa Burgers, our famous double patty, 100 percent U.S. Beef burger dressed perfectly with A&W signature Papa sauce.

A&W Restaurants, will host its Official 90th Anniversary Celebration June 18-21 during a weekend-long, community wide celebration in Lodi, CA, home of the first A&W Restaurant. The celebration in Lodi will include a classic car parade, free root beer floats and a birthday cake for 5,000 guests.

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A Great Bag for Travel from Ebags

I ordered a Ebags Piazza Day Bag on Tuesday paid for regular shipping and got the bag two days later on Thursday.

I was looking for a great travel bag that was sturdy and had lots of pockets. I was looking at a few travel bags known for security. But I found a lower priced bag by Ebags that is perfect.

The Piazza Day Bag is very attractive. It is nylon with a nice sateen sheen. The product has a Lifetime Guarantee which is really handy if you are rougn on handbags.

Here are the specifications:

- Lightweight, durable, versatile, and stylish, a great bag for travel or fun
- Zippered opening on the main compartment allows for easy access into the main compartment
-Inside are two blousy pockets with elastic tops, perfect to holdr camera, glasses or other bulky items. A zippered wall pocket adds organization and security
- Front flap has a zippered pocket, unzip this pocket and inside you will find:
-fleece lining on the outside panel to keep your belongings comfy
-a shallow fleece lined pocket for holding sunglasses, MP3 player or anything else that needs a little extra protection and cradling
-key leash to keep your keep keys handy
-Lift the flap to access a smart 'U' shaped pocket, perfect for items you want to access quickly, behind this pocket is an additional zippered pocket
-Hidden magnets keep this flap in place
-On one end of the bag, there is a padded zippered pocket with a headphone port - perfect for your MP3 player
-On the other end, a zip-away mesh water bottle pocket
-On the back there is a zippered pocket, perfect place for guide books
-Adjustable shoulder strap allows you to wear the bag on your shoulder or across your body
F-ashion cording on the zipper pulls add style and makes opening the zippers easy
'Silver' lining makes seeing inside the bag easy
Strap measures 48" long when fully extended - perfect for wearing across your body.

This bag is on sale for $39.99 and its well worth the purchase. The bag's quality is comparable to LeSportSac but at a much cheaper price.

If you are heading out for a trip soon, pick this bag up. The front flaps are perfect for boarding passes and other travel documents.

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Friday's(R) Restaurants Invites Guests to Bring a Friend, One Guest Eats Free With Coupon through June 22

More Free Food from Fridays!

Responding to popular demand, T.G.I. Friday's restaurants (www.fridays.com) announced it will kick off the summer with the return of its "Buy One Entree, Get One Free" coupon today through June 22nd at participating Friday's(R) restaurants in the U.S. The coupon is required for redemption.


"The summer is a season for sharing time with friends and there's no better place to do that than Friday's. Our guests have said 'we want more great food, more fun and more value.' They want more Friday's," said Andrew Jordan, senior vice president of marketing for T.G.I. Friday's. "With our 'Buy One Get One Free' coupon, our guests can come in with a friend, have fun and kick back while enjoying great food and an unbeatable experience. The bonus is that one of them can eat for free. It's our way of giving our guests twice as many Fridays."


The coupon (http://www.tgifridays.com/promos/JuneBogo.aspx?source=home) is valid for one offer, per party, per visit. The free entree applies to an entree of equal or lesser value. Friday's entrees range from $5.99 to $21.49. The coupon is not valid in conjunction with any other offer, discount or promotion.



"We continue to recognize that our guests are looking for value now more than ever," continued Jordan. "Our 'Buy One Entree, Get One Free' coupon was so popular earlier this year that we decided to bring it back for a limited time to get the summer party started right."


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Krispy Kreme Turns Friday Into 'Freeday' on June 5 - National Doughnut Day

--Don't Know How to Celebrate a Doughnut Holiday? Here's How!

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) knows how to celebrate National Doughnut Day! On Friday, June 5, participating Krispy Kreme stores will give away a free doughnut to all its customers.



Did you know that National Doughnut Day is an annual observance? And this year, in honor of it being on June 5, Krispy Kreme is sharing five tips with customers, so they can make the most of this giveaway:

1. Share the freebie news with your friends and family so they can get a
free doughnut, too.
2. Go to your local Krispy Kreme store and get your free doughnut.
3. While you're at Krispy Kreme, try Krispy Kreme Chillers(R) in
refreshingly fruity flavors.
4. Take photos of you and your friends enjoying your free Krispy Kreme
doughnut and share them with more friends through your favorite social
networking sites.

5. Join "Friends of Krispy Kreme" on www.KrispyKreme.com and find
out first about other freebies, discounts and promotions.




No purchase is necessary to receive a free doughnut on National Doughnut Day, June 5. The offer is good for one doughnut per customer. To find a participating store near you, visit www.krispykreme.com/storelocator.html.

Free Donut Offer at Dunkin' Donuts Restaurants Celebrates National Donut Day on June 5

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Dunkin' Donuts, America's all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, is marking National Donut Day with a sweet offer that will help people celebrate the joy and fun of donuts. On June 5, 2009, participating Dunkin' Donuts restaurants throughout Michigan will give every customer a free donut of their choice, with the purchase of any beverage, limit one per customer.

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In addition, participating Dunkin' Donuts will also provide hockey fans with the opportunity to showcase their team pride by offering special red and white donuts throughout the championship finals.



"Fans take their hockey seriously, so we thought these red and white donuts would be a wonderful way for our customers to have some fun while supporting the home town team," said Nick Spencer, Michigan Marketing Manager for Dunkin' Donuts.


National Donut Day, which is held the first Friday of June each year, was started by the Chicago Salvation Army more than 70 years ago. According to Dunkin' Donuts' Brand Marketing Officer Frances Allen, the day holds particular relevance in 2009. "From office meetings to Sunday get-togethers, donuts are one of those foods that lift people's spirits and bring genuine delight to any situation. And now more than ever, Americans are seeking those small moments of happiness," she said. "We hope our free donut offer will create an opportunity for people to celebrate donuts and bring some extra happiness to their day."


Dunkin' Donuts has led the donut category for nearly 60 years, selling 2.5 million donuts and Munchkin(TM) donut hole treats every day.