Friday, December 30, 2011

Little Princess Ball



Third Annual Little Princess Ball for girls ages 5-12 and their fathers
See information brochure here

January 7 at North Bend State Park
4:30-9:00 pm
Cost is $110 for dinner for two, dance, crafts, games, ice cream bar, souvenir photo and overnight accommodations at North Bend Lodge (additional girls are $30 each)

Advance Reservations are Required call 304-643-2931

Sunday, December 25, 2011

Merry Christmas Mountaineer Moneysavers!!
Thanks for making this blog a success!

Saturday, December 24, 2011

FREE roller skating Christmas Day


Free roller skating and meet and greet with the Hades Ladies team, of the First Settlement Derby Dames roller derby league.  See details here

Marietta Roller Rink, 922 Front St., Marietta.

7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, December 25.

Skates are $2 each or you can bring your own (great way to break in those new skates that were under the tree!)

Friday, December 23, 2011

Christmas Day Dinners

Here is a list of Christmas Day dinners in Parkersburg . . . feel free to drop on in on either of them if you are lonely, without family on Christmas, or in need of a good hot meal on Christmas Day.

Tri-City Baptist Church-Grandview St. Parkersburg, WV 12:00-2:00 (follow the red balloons from WV 95) -- this is my church and I personally promise a GREAT meal and FRIENDLY people!

First Presbyterian Church-1341 Juliana St. Parkersburg, WV  12:00-2:00pm

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

FREE Jamocha shake from Arbys




Go here for a free coupon for a Jamocha Shake from Arbys.  Coupon is good until the 31st so lots of time to use it.  Snack for that last minute shopping run?  Yes please!!! (thanks moneysavingmom)

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Belpre, OH--Light up the Town

Belpre Light up the Town event
Friday, December 23, 2011
beginning at 6:00 pm

Be sure and head to Belpre Friday night for their Light up the Town event where neighborhoods and city buildings all around town will be lit up with traditional Christmas lights as well as luminaries to help "light the town"

Monday, December 19, 2011

Marietta LIghts Bicycle Tour


16th Annual Marietta Holiday Lights Bicycle Tour
7:00pm December 26th in Downtown Marietta (meet at First Unitariarn Universalist Church, 232 Third St.)

The ride will last approximately 60-90 minutes and will cover 6-10 miles (although will not ever be more than 2 miles from the starting point if you need to drop out)  refreshments provided at the end of the tour.

Admission is free but helmet and lights are required
for more information call (740)-373-1741

Saturday, December 17, 2011

Sweetapple Farm Live Nativity

Sweetapple Farm Live Nativity
December 22-23
5:30-7:30 pm with live performances at 6:00 and 7:00 pm

See website here for complete information (donations accepted)

Friday, December 16, 2011

Crazy 8 grand opening

The new Crazy 8 store is now open at the mall.  I talked to an associate yesterday and she said that starting today and going through the weekend they have their official "grand opening" celebration.  Lots of free stuff to give away including a ton of $88 shopping spree coupons.  I assume there will be sales and other promotions as well (although she didn't tell me of anything but the giveaways) so if you are headed to the mall anyway, be sure and stop in the new Crazy 8 store and sign up.  Promotions end on Sunday evening.

Thursday, December 15, 2011

Burger King FREE FRIES DAY!!



Tomorrow, Friday the 16th is Burger King Free Fries Day.  Check it out on their facebook page here.  One FREE value size fry per person at all Burger King Locations. . . no purchase necessary!

Parkersburg Live Nativity

Grace Baptist Church
55 Rosemar Road, Parkersburg, WV
Friday and Saturday, December 16-17
7:00-9:00pm

Live Nativity--free to public

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Lowes Build and Grow Workshop

Note: I talked to both the Vienna and Marietta stores and they both ran out of kits before every kid got one so come early if you want to be sure and get one.

LOWES build and Grow Clinic this week (Saturday Dec. 15 at 10:00 AM) will be making this train engine with pull back wheels that really run! The third in the train car series. The engine comes with optional Christmas stickers so you can make a regular or Christmas train.  Go here to sign up for this free kids building clinic (but if you don't sign up you can still attend) to help them get a count of how many to prepare for. What a fun project to get Christmas spirit running in your house.

Each child will receive all the items needed for their train as well as a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certificate when they complete their project.

Project designed for children in grades 2-5. (my 4 year old has been several times and there were TONS of kids his age there too . . . I would say the age is a guideline and if you are willing to help the child 4 and up is probably fine)

Monday, December 12, 2011

Parkersburg Art Center FREE kids event



Parkersburg Art Center FREE kids Arty Party
At the Parkersburg Art Center
Saturday, December 17
10:00am-12:00 noon
Free to kids 12 and under with an adult

According to their facebook . . . "We will be making beaded Christmas ornaments and pins this week"

Sunday, December 11, 2011

Roller Skate with Santa and Mrs. Claus



Saturday, December 17
at Skate Country, Parkersburg, WV  (beside Sonic on South Side)
kids 12 and under can roller skate with Santa and Mrs. Claus
10:00AM-noon

Friday, December 9, 2011

Williamstown Live Nativity

Williamstown Live Nativity
Tomlinson Park in Williamstown
December 10-11, 6:00-8:00 pm

Drive-thru live nativity scene put on by Crossroads United Methodist Church
contact the church at 304-464-4430 for more info

Thursday, December 8, 2011

Marietta College Planetarium offers FREE Christmas event

Marietta College Planetarium offers FREE Christmas event

see this website for complete details and contact information

◦Thursday, December 15, 2011 at 7:00pm
◦Sunday, December 18, 2011 at 2:00pm
◦Sunday, December 18, 2011 at 3:30pm
◦Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at 2:00pm

Marietta College Planetarium will again be hosting the popular holiday program "Season of Light." which traces the history and development of numerous holiday traditions. Program will also include a astronomical explination for the Christmas Star. This program will be accompanied by a live star talk focused on the late December sky. (Season of Light was created by Loch Ness Productions.)

You should call ahead or e-mail to reserve a seat. The program is free but they will accept donations at the end of the show. Admission without reservations will be first come first served.


Model Train Display (week 2)



Holiday Open House and Model Train Display
Dec 10, 2011 10 a.m. - 4 p. m.

MOVMRC Clubhouse, (behind NOE Office Equipment), 610 Green St., Parkersburg



The Mid-Ohio Valley Model Railroad Club's annual Holiday Open House. Model train layouts in several scales will be operating. Free Admission and parking.



Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Lowes Build and Grow Workshop for kids

Note:  I talked to both the Vienna and Marietta stores and they both ran out of kits before noon last week so come early if you want to be sure and get a kit.



LOWES build and Grow Clinic this week (Saturday Dec. 10 at 10:00 AM) will be making this coal car. The second in the train series. The engine isn't until next week though so even if you missed the caboose last week you can still get in on the train project and finish a decent little train.  Go here to sign up for this free kids building clinic (but if you don't sign up you can still attend). What a fun project to get Christmas spirit running in your house.


Each child will receive all the items needed for their train as well as a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certificate when they complete their project.

Project designed for children in grades 2-5. (my 4 year old has been several times and there were TONS of kids his age there too . . . I would say the age is a guideline and if you are willing to help the child 4 and up is probably fine)

Product Review-Downy Wrinkle Releaser

It's been a while since I have done a product review on here . . . but it's been a while since I have found a product I love as much as this. 


Downy Wrinkle Releaser is a great little spray that actually works!  I had my doubts but then I got a free sample and threw it in my travel bag last time we went on a trip.  I took out my husbands polo shirts which had wrinkled with the suitcase and gave the bottle a try.  Spray and tug and poof . . . wrinkles gone!  I was so impressed I had to share it with you!  I might just never need my iron again.  :-)  I will NEVER travel without it again, that's for sure.  Those hotel ironing boards are just nasty!  Two thumbs WAY up Downy!

My Coke Rewards Wednesday Deal



If you are a my coke rewards member you will certainly want to check out the Wednesday deal today.  only 30 points for a 12 pack!  (usually it's 120 points)  See the deal here or go directly to the mycokerewards page to get it.  Hurry, you can get two per person but it's limited to today only!  The coupons will be mailed to you so don't plan on using them right away . . . still a great deal though!  Thanks hip2save.

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Breakfast with Santa Cow

Breakfast with Santa Cow and his Elves
Chick-Fil-A in Vienna, WV (stand alone store only-not the mall location)
Saturday, December 10, 2011 8:30-9:30 AM

All kids will enjoy a FREE breakfast of Chick-n-Minis while they visit with Santa Cow.  The Elves will be handing out special treats to the kids.  (ends just in time for you to make it to the Vienna Parade!)

Don't forget to buy one of the Chick-fil-A Cow Calenders  while you are there . . . FULL of great coupons for 2012!  One a month for the entire year.

Parkersburg and Vienna Christmas Parades

Be sure and check out the previous post here . . . it's another busy weekend of Christmas Parades coming up!

Monday, December 5, 2011

Parkersburg Art Center FREE kids event



Parkersburg Art Center FREE kids Arty Party

At the Parkersburg Art Center
Saturday, December 10
10:00-12:00 noon
Free to kids 12 and under with an adult

Kellogg's Rebate offer . . . up to $50 in gift cards


FINAL REMINDER . . . I HAVE DONE THIS DEAL 2 TIMES SO FAR and have had no problems getting the gift card back and redeeming it!  Offer expires December 31, 2011  Go here for giftcard form.

If you don't mind a little extra legwork this is a fantastic deal on cereal. I usually don't do rebates but a few times a year I find one worth my while . . . this is one of them!

Kellogg’s just released a form for a terriffic rebate offer! You can get a $10 prepaid MasterCard (for use on gas) when you submit ten UPCs from any of the following boxes of cereal (10 oz. or larger):

Kellogg’s All-Bran® Original cereal



Kellogg’s All-Bran® Bran Buds® cereal



Kellogg’s All-Bran® Complete® Wheat Flakes® cereal



Kellogg’s Smart Start® Strong Heart Antioxidant cereal



Kellogg’s Smart Start® Strong Heart Toasted Oat cereal



Kellogg’s Corn Flakes® cereal



Kellogg’s Corn Flakes® Touch of Honey cereal



Kellogg’s Raisin Bran® cereal



Kellogg’s Raisin Bran® Crunch cereal



Kellogg’s Raisin Bran® Extra! cereal



Kellogg’s Crispix® cereal



Kellogg’s Product 19® cereal



Kellogg’s Mueslix® cereal



Kellogg’s® Cracklin’ Oat Bran cereal



Kellogg’s® Lowfat Granola with Raisins cereal



Kellogg’s® Lowfat Granola without Raisins cereal



Kellogg’s® Fruit Harvest Strawberry/Blueberry cereal



Kellogg’s Rice Krispies® cereal

You can do this rebate up to five times per household and no receipts are required, just UPC codes! So, if you have Kellogg’s cereal boxes already at your house (or a friendly neighbor's house) then you may already have the UPC codes you need. Get the rebate form here

Friday, December 2, 2011

Parkersburg Art Center FREE kids event


Parkersburg Art Center FREE kids Arty Party
At the Parkersburg Art Center
Tomorrow, December 3
10-12 noon
Free to kids 12 and under with an adult.

Here is a quote from the Art Centers facebook page

"At this week's Arty Party we will be making canister drums and/or decorative snowmen out of recycled bottles. There will also be a drawing area set up. The Big Room (our preschool's gym/gallery) will be open so the kids can dance on the stage, play in the house or the boat, build balance trails,....basically burn off a little extra energy indoors."


Thursday, December 1, 2011

Marietta College Planetarium FREE Christmas event


Marietta College Planetarium offers FREE Christmas event
see this website for complete details and contact information

◦Thursday, December 8, 2011 at 7:00pm
◦Thursday, December 15, 2011 at 7:00pm
◦Sunday, December 18, 2011 at 2:00pm
◦Sunday, December 18, 2011 at 3:30pm
◦Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at 2:00pm

Marietta College Planetarium will again be hosting the popular holiday program "Season of Light." which traces the history and development of numerous holiday traditions.  Program will also include a astronomical explination for the Christmas Star.  This program will be accompanied by a live star talk focused on the late December sky. (Season of Light was created by Loch Ness Productions.)

We will begin taking reservations for the December show on Monday, November 28, 2011.  You should call ahead or e-mail to reserve a seat.  The program is free but they will accept donations at the end of the show.  Admission without reservations will be first come first served.

Model Train Display


Holiday Open House and Model Train Display
Dec 3, 2011 10 a.m. - 4 p. m.
Dec 10, 2011 10 a.m. - 4 p. m.
MOVMRC Clubhouse, (behind NOE Office Equipment), 610 Green St., Parkersburg

The Mid-Ohio Valley Model Railroad Club's annual Holiday Open House. Model train layouts in several scales will be operating. Free Admission and parking.