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Auto Club Offering "Tipsy Tow" Service on 4th of July

If you plan on drinking this holiday weekend, but you're also driving, you have options to avoid getting behind the wheel.

One is courtesy of the Automobile Club of Southern California. It's offering a free Tipsy Tow service this Fourth of July holiday. It runs from 6 p.m. Thursday to midnight on Friday.

The service is restricted to a one-way, one-time ride for the driver to that person's residence.

You can call 1-800-400-AAA for the free tow. 

Have a great weekend!

Plus:

Get all sorts of freebies on your birthday. 
Click here for more.  Are you new to this blog or to San Diego Bargain Mama?  If so you must not miss this our monthly newsletter.  Click here for the July issue.

Save on Summer Vacations, July Contest

Thinking about going on a vacation this summer?  Here are 28 ways you can save money!  Click here.

Plus, SDBM Contest:

When was your last ladies' night out?  No kids, no husbands….just you and your gal pals?  Studies confirm that we live more quality lives when we take this time for ourselves.  We at San Diego Bargain Mama are interested in what you do for fun when you get away for a few hours or for the evening. 

Contest:  Just send us your answer (and an optional picture) and we will post your answers.  One lucky winner chosen at random will win a gift certificate to Chelsea Premium Outlets. 


San Diego Fireworks, Plus: Experience the Power of Mentorship

This blog entry is brought to you by Mick Moore - The Internet Entrepreneur.

My new film, "The Art of Business", just wrapped up post production!  This film features the lengendary Bob Proctor, Vic Johnson, Lisa Jimenez and a host of others, all hosted by Don Boyer from
"The Power of Mentorship" book series and movie.  This was my first attempt at directing and editing a full blown documentary and we shot it all on green screen in Hi Def.  For a sneek peek at what we have created, please follow this link. My hope is that you will gleen some insights on how these tremendously successful people think and run their own highly profitable businesses.  The video will be available sometime next month at a special price for all of you that are interested.  Stay tuned for the official release next month. 

If you are thinking of starting your own Internet-based business and have $10 to invest click here!  
 

Dedicated to your success,

Mick Moore - The Internet Entrepreneur
www.quickstartexpert.com
1.619.226.2877

Plus:

Looking for San Diego Fireworks Displays?  If so, click here

San Diego Zoo Membership Perks

Now through August, show your valid Zoological Society of San Diego Membership Card at participating Denny's in Southern California and your child will receive a FREE kid's meal with the purchase of an adult entrée! Don’t forget to pick up your FREE San Diego Zoo-themed coloring page while you’re there.

Here are a couple other ways to get free kids' meals at Denny's:

  • Sign up your kids for Denny's birthday club and get a free meal and sundea (some offer shakes as another option).
  • For a limited time Denny's provides children guests with a placemat with valuable coupons on it.  Each has one coupon that is good for up to two free kid's meals per one paying adult. We went and just used the coupon at the same visit.) See restaurants for details. 

    Visit
    www.dennys.comFor bargains in town: www.SanDiegoBargainMama.com

Carlsbad Welcomes PlayWerx!

Java MamaPlayhouse Cafe, and Chick-fil-A have been great hang-outs for moms and thier kids, and now another indoor play area has made my list! Word is spreading quickly, making for some other happy campers up here in Carlsbad!  I have been praying for a place like PlayWerx, and my dream come true just at the beginning of the month! Playwerx offers a marriage of the fun exercise offered by a modern play structure, and a coffee shop, inviting folks to either sit in peace or hang out and socialize while their kids are occupied having a blast! 

What do these wonderful places all have in common?  They give parents a BREAK! We are afforded the opportunity to not be on our toes chasing our kids down non-stop! Yes, we are still "on" at Playwerx, but we are surrounded by walls (one is a roll-up to offer cool breeze and natural light) and only one exit, which is a huge comfort.  We have the "playground" in front of us, the action in our viewing range, as we sip our coffee or read a magazine article.  Nothing like taking care of a list of phone calls, reading the paper, or writing thank you letters!  It is the little things we appreciate, and knowing that our kids are having a blast while we treat ourselves is a what we need sometimes.  Parents, we hope to see you there, as PlayWerx is about to become one of our homes away from home!
 

Where do you like to go to chill out just a bit while your kids let loose?  Please leave your comments! 

LEGOLAND Membership Offers Valuable Freebies

All LEGOLAND Pass Members: You will receive FREE admission to The Wave Waterpark in Vista when you show your LEGOLAND pass from June 14 - July 5, 2008For more information regarding Wave Waterpark call 760.940.WAVE.

LEGOLAND California Members can enjoy one FREE admission to Wild Rivers in Irvine from May 24 - September 28, 2008.


Plus:

Disney stores are offering an additional 40% off most items. 

For deals in town: www.SanDiegoBargainMama.com.

Java Mama Summer Photography Contest

Have you been anxiously awaiting the next photo contest at Java Mama? I have seen some moving, and heartfelt moments captured in print and beautifully displayed on the walls at Java Mama!  Talk about authentic artwork!   The folks at Java Mama are happy to say that they have sorted out the details, and here is the scoop: 

Theme: "Memories of Summer"
Format: Color only
Size: Prints must be 8x10 or larger (11x14 or larger prints preferred), mounted on a 16x20 black or white board
Deadline: July 21st
Entry Fee: $8 per entry
Prizes: $75 for first place in professional photographer category; $75 for first place in amateur photographer category
Turn in: Entries at Java Mama

Please include the following information taped on the back of each photo:

• Name of photographer
• Professional or amateur category
• Title of photo
• Phone pumber
• Email address
• Asking price, if any

Photography business website or other contact information is to be displayed next to the photo.

In the spirit of bargains, mention San Diego Bargain Mama and get 10% off your order!

San Diego Restaurant Week, Free Tacos at Jack in the Box

Mark June 22-27, 2008 on your calendars to experience extraordinary food and save money while dining in style!  Choose from over 130 of the city’s best restaurants serving all types of cuisine to suit your fancy!  Enjoy a three-course dinner for either $30 or $40 per person, depending upon the restaurant.  Total bargain, I say!  Click here for details. 

Free Tacos

On Thursday, June 26 Jack in the Box will be giving out two free tacos when you show them a recent gas receipt. Click here for details. 

Looking for other ways to save when you dine?  Click here for great savings.   

San Diego Bargain Mama's Best Bargain Ever!, Plus: Vertical Printing & Graphics - For Your Printing and Graphic Needs

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Plus:

I invite you to read my personal story that shares why natural childbirth was one of the best deals in town!  Click here.

The Mom Test - Author Unknown

Thank you, Chico, for sending this in!

I was out walking with my 4-year-old daughter.  She picked up something off the ground and started to put it in her mouth. I took the item away from her and I asked her not to do that.

"Why?" my daughter asked. 

"Because it's been on the ground, you don't know where it's been, it's dirty, and probably has germs," I replied.

At this point, my daughter looked at me with total admiration and asked, "Momma, how do you know all this stuff, you are so smart." I was thinking quickly.

"All moms know this stuff. It's on the Mom Test. You have to know it, or they don't let you be a Mom."

We walked along in silence for 2 or 3 minutes, but she was evidently pondering this new information.

"OH...I get it!" she beamed, "So if you don't pass the test you have to be the dad."

"Exacty," I replied with a big smile on my face.

OK, moms, we are not always the heroes.  This fun cartoon will even the "playing field" a bit!   Click here to watch "A Typical Conversation with my Mom".