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Want to go on a virtual tour of the Met Museum with a top-tier Columbia art professor? Or learn about the history of the Olympics from a professor at UNC Chapel Hill? How about discover the science of intelligence with Amherst’s top professor of psychology? Now you can whenever the mood strikes … [Read more...] about Get One Month Free Trial! One Day University Now Helps You Get Smarter Year-round With New Online Format.

Free Kid’s Meal at Boston Market (with coupon). Limited time!

Dining out with kids can be expensive - whether you dine-in or order to-go. Many "kids eat free" offers require dine-in only and/or a minimum purchase. but Boston Market has a rare deal going on right now. For a limited time, you can get a FREE kid's meal (ages 12 and under) at all locations … [Read more...] about Free Kid’s Meal at Boston Market (with coupon). Limited time!

Cool Season Annuals Sale discount with Chadwick Arboretum

Support Chadwick Arboretum during the annual Cool Season Crop Sale at deMonye's Greenhouse from tba 2023 from 9:00am - 5:00pm. There will be thousands of plants available for purchase, including Pansies, Violas, Primroses, Alyssums, Snapdragons, and more! Receive 25% … [Read more...] about Cool Season Annuals Sale discount with Chadwick Arboretum

Vintage Market Days in Columbus: Pure & Simple

No Columbus show scheduled for Spring 2022 If you love vintage clothing, jewelry, and decor, you don't want to miss Vintage Market Days at Franklin County Fairgrounds this Spring! Check out this upscale vintage-inspired indoor/outdoor market featuring vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, … [Read more...] about Vintage Market Days in Columbus: Pure & Simple

Read for a Cause supports local nonprofits

Reading to children is a key factor in developing their language and listening skills, imagination, and love of books. When kids are exposed to books with values, purpose, and meaning, the benefits are even greater. Enter: Read for a Cause. Read for a Cause is a book series written by Central … [Read more...] about Read for a Cause supports local nonprofits

Family Style Meals to-go in Columbus

Dining out is different these days. So many questions: is it safe for me? is it safe for the employees? If you want to support the restaurant industry, but don't want to "dine out", you can "dine at home" with these Family Style Meals to go! These family style options are usually more … [Read more...] about Family Style Meals to-go in Columbus

Get a $5 Panera Bread discount through March

Panera Bread rarely offers coupons or deals, but they have a great one going on right now! Panera tends to be a little more expensive than other fast food eateries. So if you're craving Panera's soups, salads, or sandwiches, this deal will make your meal a little more affordable. $5 Panera … [Read more...] about Get a $5 Panera Bread discount through March

Enjoy free online yoga with lululemon

You can't currently enjoy the popular free fitness classes and yoga at lululemon on Sundays, but you can still workout WITH lululemon ambassadors.  Pick a fitness class online and get in shape in your own home! lululemon locations lululemon Short North 640 N High  Columbus, Ohio … [Read more...] about Enjoy free online yoga with lululemon

Flannagan’s St. Patrick’s Day 5K

Not scheduled for 2022 Flannagan's Dublin is home to the biggest St. Patrick's Day Bash in Columbus.  Before you start your partying, run or walk the Flannagan's St. Patrick's Day 5K on Saturday, March 14, 2020. The 5k starts at 10 am, followed by their HUGE all day St. … [Read more...] about Flannagan’s St. Patrick’s Day 5K

Ford Motor Company to distribute 3 mil free masks in Ohio on March 9

Ford Motor Company is encouraging Americans to #FinishStrong—to pull together and protect each other to help save lives in the months ahead until COVID-19 vaccines become more widely available. Ford Fund, the company's philanthropic arm, is helping to ensure at-risk communities continue to be … [Read more...] about Ford Motor Company to distribute 3 mil free masks in Ohio on March 9

Free Coffee Mondays at Dunkin’ with DD Perks in February

Need a pick me up? Dunkin' has restarted Free Coffee Mondays for DD Perks members in February! Who can say "no" to free Dunkin'? Start your week off with a jolt on Mondays. Will you go for Original Blend or Dunkin’ Decaf? Or, try one of the recently introduced Dunkin’ hot coffee options, … [Read more...] about Free Coffee Mondays at Dunkin’ with DD Perks in February

Get a free month of Disney+ with Kellogg’s purchase

Disney+ became a household staple for many last Spring for all ages when we found ourselves at home, watching a lot of TV. But it can be hard for many households to justify the cost of yet another streaming service. If want to watch your favorite cartoons, superhero flicks or sci-fi adventure, or in … [Read more...] about Get a free month of Disney+ with Kellogg’s purchase

Thurber House Evenings with Authors

The Thurber House presents the Evenings with Authors series, which hosts nationally-known authors for discussions about their work at Columbus Museum of Art.  Each author gives a 45-minute reading, followed by a 15-minute question-and-answer period. A book signing and coffee and … [Read more...] about Thurber House Evenings with Authors

Kids Try Hockey Free Day with USA Hockey

On Saturday, March 5, 2022, more than 350 hockey programs and USA Hockey are inviting kids ages 4-9 to try youth hockey for free as part of Try Hockey for Free National Day. All of the participating programs have a limited amount of equipment, so registration is required. To find out which rinks … [Read more...] about Kids Try Hockey Free Day with USA Hockey

Try the Best New Restaurants with Columbus Monthly

Not scheduled for 2021. The Columbus food scene is top notch and is always getting better, and you can catch the best new restaurants at the Columbus Monthly Best New Restaurants Party.  See what you've been missing at this annual party at Le Méridien Columbus, The Joseph on Monday, March 9, … [Read more...] about Try the Best New Restaurants with Columbus Monthly

Living on the Cheap

Columbus on the Cheap is a member of Living on the Cheap, a network of websites published by frugalistas, journalists and consumer advocates. Find practical advice on saving money on groceries, travel and shopping, plus tips from our experts on how to live the good life for less at Living on the Cheap.