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I had the chance to preview the new Kroger Marketplace at Alliance Towncenter ~ this is the first store of this format to open in Fort Worth. It officially opens its doors tomorrow (Wednesday, January 12th), and you will want to check it out, too. It is wonderful!

Here’s the scoop on the store, Grand Opening FREEBIES, and more…

Groceries, Furniture, And Fine Jewelry?

I have to admit, I was a bit sceptical about how easy it would be to do my normal grocery shopping at this Kroger when I first heard that there would also be whole departments dedicated to furniture, housewares, jewelry, toys, and more.

However, after looking around, I must say, I was impressed at the thoughtful layout of the store that includes bunches of checkout lines for easy in/out navigation! And, since my “love language” is coffee & flowers *grin* ~ I am glad to have a Starbucks & full service floral department under the roof!

Gigantic But Easy to Shop

I really appreciate the fact that groceries are the central focus of the store, so that I don’t have to maneuver around displays of housewares when I just need to pop in and get some eggs (there is a self-check-out that would make that easy). I love the emphasis on organics, too.  

That said, if I was looking for bargain housewares, I would shop Kroger Marketplace.  They have a nice selection of discounted home items & furniture available such as decorative pillows, accents and wall art (head to the back corner of the store).  In fact all wall art and many of the decorative items are marked at 40% OFF now!

Aren’t these wall pictures cute (and check out those sale prices!!)?

5 Days of FREE Give-aways

 Before I share anything more about the store, I want to mention that Kroger Marketplace will be offering 5 days of FREE giveaways for the first 250 customers in the door each day, starting tomorrow ~ Grand Opening Day, Wednesday, January 12th at 8 a.m.

The giveaway schedule is:

    ·     Wednesday, January 12 – FREE Coca-Cola 12 pack,12 oz. cans
    ·      Thursday, January 13 – FREE Blue Bell Ice Cream half-gallon
    ·      Friday, January 14 – FREE Community Coffee 12 oz. package
    ·      Saturday, January 15 – FREE 8oz. Boar’s Head Cooked Ham
    ·      Sunday, January 16 – FREE 14oz. Chappell Hill Smoked Sausage  

What You Will Find Under the MarketPlace Roof

:: Fully Stocked Grocery Store with an Enormous Selection
I found everything I could need along with lots of specialty items throughout the store. There is an extensive fresh produce section including a nice emphasis on organic foods (love this!), a large cheese department, ethnic food aisle, butcher shop, and lots more.

 :: Furniture & Housewares at Bargain Prices
A large section of the store is dedicated to an in-house furniture and decorative housewares section with lots of bargain finds throughout.  I saw bed and bath linens, throw pillows, shower curtains, lamps, rugs, picture frames…

….and this fun little lamp for $23.99.

:: Full Service Deli and Bakery
The deli features a large choice of Boar’s Head products, ready-to-go meals, a salad and soup bar and even fresh sushi. This will be a handy and cheaper alternative to eating out on those “don’t want to cook” nights.

:: Fred Meyer Fine Jewelry Store
While the jewelry store wasn’t open while I was there, I have been told it offers a large selection of fine jewelry, including engagement and wedding rings and brand-name watches.  They also repair watches and jewelry on site.

::  Baby and Children’s Toys & Essentials Section
You’ll find a large department that offers popular items for infants
and toddlers that even includes high chairs, strollers, clothing and shoes.  I saw several sales on name-brand toys, as well.

:: Full Service Starbucks Coffee Shop / Cafe
The coffee shop offers all the Starbucks Classics and has a sit-down cafe as well.  It even offers FREE Wi-Fi (I do love this. Yes. Yes I do.).

You’ll have to pop by this week and experience Kroger Marketplace for yourself. There is so much more to see. 

 One last picture subtle hint for you frugal guys out there (you know who you are) ~ gorgeous flower bouquets for $9.99 .

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You’ll find the Kroger Marketplace store at:
    3300 Texas Sage Trail in N. Fort Worth
    at the Heritage Trace Exit in Alliance Town Center      

 See you at the checkout stand!

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Pop over to Target.com to print out some great coupons for FREE photofinishing and more. 

For a limited time, go here to print out coupons for:

• FREE 8 x 10 Traditional Portrait
• FREE Twenty 4″ x 6″ photo finishing prints
• FREE 8.5 x 11″ Calendar with purchase of Kodak
  8.5″ x 11″ double-sided photo book
• $1 OFF With purchase of 20 4 x 6″ prints

 You might also be interested in:

•  Buy 1 Get 1 FREE 8×10 Kodak Photo Book

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A handful of helpful posts from around the web-0-sphere:

• Recycle Your Christmas Tree & Get FREE Mulch in Fort Worth and surrounding cities: Details for recycling live Christmas trees for DFW area residents (as well as how to get FREE garden mulch). by Eva-Marie Ayala / Fort Worth Star Telegram
• The 10 most common new year’s resolutions – is yours on here? Get in shape, eat healthier, get out of debt and other helpful advice to get you started. by Bob Lotich / Christian Personal Finance
• 11 Steps for Reducing Your Taxes: 11 items to consider before starting your 2010 federal income tax return by Kelly Phillips Erb / WalletPop
• 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Donating to a Charity: The BBB Wise Giving Alliance advises donors on how to avoid common mistakes in order to ensure their charitable dollar stretches the farthest  by Alison Southwick / Better Business Bureau

Also, don’t forget these bargains:

• FREE DVD Movie Rental From BlockBuster Express through January 7th
• Get A FREE Chick-Fil-A Spicy Biscuit! 

Happy New Year from Frugal in Fort Worth! :)

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Just in time to preserve your Christmas and holiday photos and memories, Kodak has a great Buy One Get One FREE offer for their photo books!

New to Kodak Photo Books?
For someone like me who doesn’t scrapbook, these photobooks are a really convenient way to preserve and share your photos. Kodak’s include a hardbound cover, include up to 100 photos, and print on Kodak’s “XTRALIFE” laminated paper which is waterproof, wipeable, and stain-resistant (Kodak says it will last a lifetime).  Learn more about Kodak photo books here and get the FREE coupon here.

Details, details
What: Buy one 8×10 Kodak Photo Book and get one FREE (up to $19.99). 
How: Go here, and follow the instructions to print & use the FREE coupon.
Where: Coupon is valid at Kodak photo kiosks found at stores such as
    CVS and Target.  It is not valid online.
The Small Print (Only Made Larger): Up to a maximum retail value
    of $19.99. Redeemable only at participating retailers offering this service.
    Valid only on 8×10 KODAK Photo Books. Limit one coupon per purchase.
    Coupon good only on specified products. Offer is not valid on Internet
    orders. May not be copied, transferred or combined with any other
    Kodak offer. You pay any applicable tax. Coupon void where restricted or
     prohibited by law. No facsimiles of coupons accepted.

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Make your reservation for a FREE Chic-Fil-A Spicy chicken Biscuit!

Details, details

What:  From January 3 to 8, Chick-Fil-A is giving a limited number of
     FREE Spicy Chicken Biscuits  (Mmmm!).
When:  To make sure you get a FREE biscuit, reserve a time slot from
    January 3-8, 2011.  Reservations are limited, so be sure to make yours
    as soon as possible (go here ).   
Where:  Find a participating Chic-Fil-A location, here .

And, Just for Grins…

If you love Chic-Fil-A like we do, check out this FUNNY video from Tim Hawkins.

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We hope you have a wonderful
Christmas filled with Great joy!

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If you would like to know Jesus as Savior and Lord, call the Need Him Ministry at 1-888-NEED HIM or go online here. To download a free Bible for your phone go to www.mardel.com/bible.

Image and text courtesy of Hobby Lobby, Mardel, and Hemisphere Stores.

If your little ones are eagerly anticipating the arrival of St. Nicholas,
here is a fun activity to keep them busy: track Santa’s activities
before his big arrival with NORAD’s Santa Tracker.

Daily Christmas Countdown Activities

Come back each day until Christmas to receive updates from the North Pole
and discover new surprises in the Kids’ Countdown Village. On Christmas
Eve, find out where Santa and his reindeer are throughout the world, from
Australia to America, Norway to the North Pole, and beyond.

Track Santa on Your Mobile Phone

You’ll also be able to track Santa’s flight from your phone. On December
24th, open Google Maps for mobile and do a search for “Santa” to see
his latest location.

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