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Water Conservation + Win a Classroom Grant via California Water H2O Challenge

With talk of the California Drought swirling again, it is a good time to remind ourselves of ways we can continue efforts towards water conservation. Our Southern California rainfall averages to date, are below in comparison to historical data. After March 2018, we will know how this seasons rainfall might impact our overall drought. Until then, it is a good time to revisit what we need to do as…

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#classroom projects #grants #Teachers #water conservation

A Gift Card for Entertainment, Dining Out, and Shopping #ChoiceCards17 #spon

Ready for the mad rush at local stores this weekend? Like years prior, I bet Westfield Topanga and Northridge Mall will be inundated with last minute shoppers. So many people to navigate around and traffic, this can suck the joy right out of the experience. With guaranteed packed malls this weekend, consider making holiday shopping a little easier with a great gift card idea. Choice Card gift…

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Car Seat Vehicle Safety Reviews #ad

Cars.com has a comprehensive list of car seat vehicle safety reviews. With over 500 reviews on different makes and models. Plus, it is easy to filter your search to quickly view an existing reviews for a specific vehicle. That makes researching much easier. Personally, I found the information was fairly thorough and provided a solid guide to understanding the mechanics of the vehicle as it…

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#car seat safety #new cars #price comparison

$20 Staples Card With Purchase of $300 Visa GC's #StaplesSV20 #ad

$20 Staples Card With Purchase of $300 Visa GC’s #StaplesSV20 #ad

“The largest graduating class…” It is likely we all know a Spring 2017 graduate through family, friends or acquaintances. Most of these students have worked hard over the last four to five years. The lucky few will have no debt to manage this summer. For the rest, once the loan’s grace period ends, it will be time to start paying down the balance. Many students will have to start in entry-level…

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Spruce up the Garden #Groupon #ad

With allergy season in full swing, sadly, gardening was on hold. The pollen in the air has made it nearly impossible to be outside. Now the wind? It is stirring everything up! Poor allergy sufferers, I know. Hopefully, you are not dealing with the same issue. Thankfully, mine are under control at the moment (knock wood). So, it is time to spruce up the garden and plant some yummy veggies before…

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$20 Staples Gift Card WYB MasterCard #StaplesEZr

Hate those pesky gift card fees? Me too. Depending on the company the fees sometimes range from $2.95 to $6.95. While it is minimal, it still adds up. Especially in bulk purchases. For example, when picking up gifts for five people at $25 per card. The fee charges are $2.95 times five. That is about $15 dollars on top of the cost. Shesh. That is why these store specific deals are helpful. If you…

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Save With Visa Gift Card Purchase #OMaxv15 #ad

Looking for more ways to save during this holiday? Check this deal out before your next shopping trip. When you purchase $300 in Visa Gift Cards at Office Max, save $15! Find your local Office Max, hurry the offer ends this week (April 15th). Increase the savings by using your credit card to take advantage of any rewards they offer (check with your credit card company for details on rewards…

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Ends Soon! Bonus Fuel Rewards With Purchase #KROGER4XPTS

Need to pick up gifts for family and friends for birthdays, graduations and other holidays? Or just want to earn extra fuel rewards? Login to Ralphs website, select the digital gift card coupons and buy in store. When you use your Ralphs Rewards at checkout, you’ll earn 4x fuel rewards. This offer ends on April 18th. If you use your credit card, get extra rewards (see your individual credit card…

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At Staples, Get $20 EZ Reward With Purchase #StaplesEZ20

WSFV, this hot weather reminds me that Summer is right around the corner. Alas, we must get through Spring Break, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Graduations and so on. It is the perfect time to stock up on gift cards for all the upcoming holidays and activities. If you use your credit card for rewards, add that to this deal to earn more cash back. See your credit card terms for more details. For a…

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4x Fuel Rewards at Ralphs #Kroger4xFuel

WSFV, it is that time again. Get extra fuel savings from Ralphs Grocery Store fuel rewards. I keep talking about this but how does one take part exactly? It is easy. 1) Sign up for the Ralphs Reward Card and add the digital coupon through the online portal 2) Purchase any gift card at Ralphs + use your Rewards Card at checkout 3) That is it — you’ve now earned 4x fuel rewards for this buy! If you…

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Get $10 Back on Visa Gift Card Purchase #VonsJFY

Hey WSFV, got any young adults on your holiday or birthday shopping list? Money seems to be real popular for many (or at least ours). Since mine are now in college, Visa gift cards have been great for sending them a little cash when they run low on funds between paychecks. Vons has a great deal on Visa gift cards until December 17th. When you purchase $150 on Visa Gift Cards, get $10 back to…

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Earn Gas Rewards from Ralphs #Ralphs4xFuel #ad

Hey WSFV! Pardon our sporadic posting the last several months. We have been busy with all the interesting turns that have come along this year. We hope that everything is going well and everyone has a chance to relax a bit before we roll into the new year. As usual we wanted to mention some ways to save this holiday gift giving season. From now until December 13th, purchase any gift card at…

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#gas rewards #Gift cards #grocery store #holiday shopping

Get More Savings On School Supplies #Kroger4xFuel16

Can you believe August is here? Besides finding ways to keep cool, this time of year starts the thoughts of back to school. More specifically, clothes and supply shopping. If you are looking for ways to save, here are a few ideas. Take advantage of Kroger’s current promotion. When you buy select gift cards, you can earn 4x more in fuel points. Save up to 12%! For example, if you plan to shop at…

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#fuel points #kroger #ralphs #Savings

Earthquakes by the Numbers

Disclosure: I received compensation for my work on this post. This post was made possible by Mom Spark Media. Thoughts are my own. According to the USGS, California averages about 10,000 earthquakes per year. Since earthquakes are common for us, how can we ease some of these anxieties about when the next one will happen? One way to reduce worry is to create an emergency kit. What items should a…

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#emergency preparedness

Healthy Fast Food Made Better

Facing the Topanga Boulevard side at the Village, eatsa opened their doors late 2015. You might be saying, why do I care? There are a few reasons. One of the many things we lack in the area is cheap quick meals on the go without so many simple carbohydrates. Imagine your favorite comfort foods made healthier and better for you. Now imagine the cost is comparable to most fast food restaurants.…

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#eatsa #healthy dining

Winter Shelter Program

Winter Shelter Program Hope of the Valley – Sylmar Armory (120 bed program)* Sylmar Armory 12860 Arroyo Drive, Sylmar, CA 91342 (818) 207-8776 Shelter Operates: November 1, 2015 through March 31, 2016 Transportation Pick-up Point: Pick-up Address and Time: Van Nuys – Bus stop in front of the courthouse Corner of Van Nuys Blvd. and Erwin. Times: 5:00pm, 5:05pm, 6:00pm & 6:40pm North Hollywood:…

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5 Cheap New Years Activities

5 Cheap New Years Activities Griffith Observatory – Open until 5pm New Years Eve “Southern California’s gateway to the cosmos! Visitors can look through telescopes, explore exhibits, see live shows in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium, and enjoy spectacular views of Los Angeles and the Hollywood Sign.” Japanese Garden – Open until 3:15pm New Years Eve Take a walk, zen out with beautifully sculpted…

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#Free activities #hiking #New Years

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