Today's Features 12th August 2020
Senior Shopping Hours, Mask Updates
Many chain stores continue to offer shopping hours set aside for seniors. More stores including Aldi’s, Big Lots and Target recently joined with other chains in requiring all shoppers to wear a mask.
Fire Tablets on Sale
If you’re looking for an inexpensive tablet, you can’t go wrong with the Amazon Fire HD tablet, currently on sale with savings of up to $50.
New Member Deals at BJ’s, Costco, Sam’s
BJ’s Warehouse, Costco and Sam Club have big discounts for new members.
Nespresso VertuoPlus Half Price
The VertuoPlus Deluxe Coffee & Espresso Machine with Aerocinno3 is on sale for $161.49, half price, now through August 16, 2020 at Macys.
Family Takeout Feasts for $30
Serve your family for $30 or less than with Family Meal specials at Applebee’s, Bob Evans, Bonefish Grill, Buffalo Wild Wings, Cracker Barrel, Denny’s, IHOP and more chain restaurants.
TCM Tribute to Lana Turner
Turner Classic Movies, which is featuring a different star each day in August, has a 14-film tribute today to Lana Turner.
Derecho Storms Explained
On August 10, a derecho with wind gusts as high as 130 miles per hour rolled across Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois and Indiana. Here’s a recent history of derechos.
PC Deals at Dell, HP, Lenovo
The top three PC makers – Dell, HP and Lenovo – have summer sales with more than 40% off on laptops and desktop PCs. View the online specials here.
Staples Coupon $20 Off
Get $20 off a $100 purchase with this Staples coupon good through August 12, 2020. Or get 20% off at Office Depot.
Orvis online savings
Orvis online shoppers save $25 off orders of $50 or more when they apply code SAVE25 to their shopping cart.
Get a 58″ 4K Samsung TV for $348
If you’re sheltering in place with an old TV you should know that Walmart and Best Buy have many 4K Samsung TVs on sale, including a 58-inch TV for $348.
TV Streaming: What’s New in August
Here’s a roundup of the latest streaming TV deals and previews of what is new for August on Amazon Prime, Netflix and more streaming channels.
Columbia Jackets, Shirts on Sale
Get big discounts on Columbia jackets and fleece outerwear today at Amazon.
CBS All Access 1-Month Free
You can get a one-month free trial of CBS All Access if you sign up by August 16. 2020.
See Operas from the Met
The Metropolitan Opera is streaming a different opera every day during the pandemic; highlights this week include operas by Bizet, Wagner and Puccini.
MS Surface on Sale $599
The Microsoft Surface Pro 7, including a keyboard and cover, is on sale for $599 at Best Buy, a savings of $360 off the regular price.
100% Back on Batteries at OD
Get 100% back in Office Depot rewards when you buy select Duracell batteries now through August 15, 2020. Also get 20% off an online order.
Free Online Courses
Online education company Udemy is offering hundreds of free courses during the Coronavirus pandemic.
Elton John Concert on Youtube
Elton John, whose Yellow Brick Road tour is scheduled to resume in January, has posted a full-length concert on Youtube.
Queen Elizabeth’s Palaces Reopen
Five months after closing due to the Coronavirus pandemic, many of the Queen’s palaces and royal gardens are reopening to tourists.
Cheap Internet Service for Low Incomes
If you’re receiving government assistance, you probably qualify for low-cost internet service. Some have special deals during the Coronavirus emergency. Here’s how to find out if you qualify.
See Disney’s “Tangled”for Free
With its cruise line temporarily closed, Disney is offering a free, streaming performance of “Tangled” that was filmed on a recent Disney Cruise.
Free Video Games from Epic
Epic Games has two free video games available for download now through Thursday, August 13, 2020.
$100 Off Rosetta Stone
Rosetta Stone has specials including a free trial and discounts of $100 good now through September 2, 2020. Here are the Rosetta Stone offers available:
How to Set Up Obituary Search
One way to keep up with friends, colleagues and classmates is to subscribe to the ObitMessenger service, which will search through obituaries every day. Here’s how to use it.
Alexa Echo Show On Sale
Amazon has their Alexa-enabled Echo Show devices on sale with savings of $20 or more.
Virtual Summer Camp for Kids
Orvis is helping parents and grandparents keep kids busy this summer with a free, online program of fun, outdoor-themed activities
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