Exclusive! Two KiMo tickets for the price of one: Second City Comedy
February 16, 2010 by Tania
Filed under Events, Half Off Deals, Live Performances, Theater
Yet another super exclusive for ABQ on the Cheap readers with a two-tickets-for-the-price-of-one offer to see The Second City, on February 20, live at the KiMo Theatre.
The launching pad for star comedians such as Bill Murray, Tina Fey and Mike Myers, Second City is billed as America’s Greatest Comedy Theatre and it celebrates 50 years of rolling ‘em in the aisles at the KiMo Theatre on Saturday February 20 at 8 pm. The performance will include some of the best sketches, songs, and improvisations from its fifty-year history.
Regular priced tickets are $38 and $32. Students/Seniors: $20.
ABQ on the Cheap readers can get two tickets for the price of one, just by rolling along to the KiMo Theatre box office at at 423 Central Avenue NW and mentioning ABQ on the Cheap.
That’ll give you something to laugh about even before the curtain rises…
–Tania
Prairie Star Free Entree, Two Dine @ $60, & Half Price Apps
February 15, 2010 by Tania
Filed under Freebies, Restaurants & Bars
Enjoy a free entree at Prairie Star Restaurant through March 31 with the coupon! And find out when to get a three course meal and wine for two for only $60. Or just nosh on half price appetizers every Tuesday through Thursday during happy hour.
Prairie Star Restaurant and Wine Bar is located in a lovely old adobe at the Santa Ana Golf Club, and from now through March 31, 2010, you can get a free entree with the purchase of another entree using this Prairie Star free entree coupon. Maximum two coupons per table, and the freebie must be of equal or lesser value than the dish you pay for.
Plus, every Tuesday through Thursday from 5 pm to 7 pm, nosh on half price appetizers in the Prairie Star wine bar, with offerings such as oven roasted blue crab cakes, wild boar slider, and cheese platter. Choose from over 50 wines by the glass or half-glass to wash down your happy hour apps. No coupons required, and no reservations needed at the wine bar.
Finally, Wednesday Wine & Dine nights offer a two-dine-for-$60 deal, with two salads, two entrees, dessert for two AND a bottle of wine thrown in, for just $60. That sounds like a deal to me. Wednesdays only, reservations recommended, no coupon needed, and this deal is not valid with any other offer.
Prairie Star is closed Monday, and you’ll find it at the Santa Ana Golf Club, 288 Prairie Star Rd, Bernalillo.
–Tania
Exclusive! 50% off Nutritional Evaluation till Feb 25
February 11, 2010 by Tania
Filed under Half Off Deals, Miscellaneous, Services
ABQ on the Cheap readers receive a full nutritional evalution with Dr. Redd at the Nutrition & Health Center at half price through February 25. That means $60 for a full evaluation, instead of the regular $120.
The evaluation includes:
*Comprehensive health history
*Toxicity analysis
*Acoustic cardiograph
*Heart rate variability scan
*Nutrition response testing
*A report and recommendations
Dr. Vernon Redd has been in practice since 1979 and is a Clinical Nutritionist and Chiropractic Physician. The Doc’s focus is on diet, gradual lifestyle change, whole food supplementation, and herbs and homeopathic remedies, in order to help re-balance the body.
Book an appointment with Dr. Redd at the Nutrition & Health Center (505-888-6138) quoting ABQ on the Cheap to receive your 50% discount. Offer valid till February 25, 2010.
ALSO note the Nutrition & Health Center’s free talk on Breast Cancer Awareness: Causes, Prevention and Alternative Treatments on February 18 at 6 pm. All welcome, but you must call ahead (505-888-6138) to reserve a place.
Nutrition & Health Center is located at 10801 Lomas Blvd NE, Suite 100.
–Tania
Exclusive! Two KiMo tickets for the price of one: The Jinnies
January 29, 2010 by Tania
Filed under Concerts, Events, Half Off Deals, Live Performances, Music
Another lovely exclusive offer for ABQ on the Cheap readers, courtesy of the KiMo Theatre, with a two-tickets-for-the-price-of-one deal to see the folk/rock band The Jinnies live in concert on February 5th.
The Minneapolis-based quartet The Jinnies performs on Friday, February 5th at 7:30 pm at the KiMo Theatre. I just listened to some of their music and it’s great – folk/rock with a soulful jazz and blue note, and gorgeous vocals. Fab fiddle too. Don’t believe me? Listen to the free cdbaby excerpt of the song Bloody Heart from The Jinnies’ CD Traveling Roots to get a taste of what to look forward to. (Or any of the tracks, but I especially fell in love with that one!)
Band line-up is Martha Alvarado on vocals and guitar, CJ Mulder on vocals and guitar, Jess Crary on vocals and violin, and Scott Yonke on bass guitar.
Want to hear The Jinnies play live on Friday February 5? Regular priced tickets cost $17 or $20, but thanks to the KiMo Theatre, ABQ on the Cheap readers can get two tickets for the price of one. (Or buy one get one free. Or half-priced tickets for two – however you sing it, it’s a great deal.)
To snag your two tickets for the price of one: Just visit the KiMo Theatre box office at at 423 Central Avenue and mention ABQ on the Cheap.
In case you’re new round these parts and have never been to the historic KiMo Theatre, it’s downtown at 423 Central Ave. NW, on the corner of Central and Fifth. Here’s a map to the KiMo Theatre.
Have a toe-tapping time, and let us know if you go!
–Tania
Mary Kay Black Friday Sale
We love creative entrepreneurs, and Jeannette Hurst clearly fits the bill.
This independent Mary Kay beauty consultant is holding a Black Friday Sale on November 27, 2009. The earlier you order, the more you’ll save. Plus, everyone who places a minimum $40 order will be entered into a drawing — and one lucky customer will get her entire order for half price!
Here’s how it works:
- Visit Jeannette’s Mary Kay page to browse the cosmetics.
- Jot down the item numbers and descriptions of what you want to order.
- Either call Jeannette at 620-2644 and leave your name and order details on her voicemail OR e-mail your order to her at jeannettehurst@marykay.com.
- Receive a discount based on the following schedule:
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- 6:00 – 7:59am = 30% discount
- 8:00 – 9:59am = 25% discount
- 10:00am – 12:59pm =20% discount
- 1:00 – 6:00pm = 15% discount
Since both Jeannette’s voicemail and e-mail timestamp each message, you’re assured of receiving the proper level of discount!
If you’re entered in the contest, Jeannette will notify you by 6:00pm the next day if you’ve won. Good luck!
–Elizabeth Hanes
50% Off Web Site Design Packages
November 19, 2009 by Elizabeth
Filed under Half Off Deals, Services
Ho! Ho! Ho! Give your business the gift of a new website this holiday season.
Through December 15, 2009, EbsWD is offering half price web design to local businesses. “Local” is defined as Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Bernalillo, Corrales, Los Lunas, and Moriarty. Website packages normally start at $1299, are professional and customized, and include everything you need to get started online. Plus, there are no monthly maintenance fees!
No coupon or secret handshake required. Simply mention the half price deal. And it would be nice if you said you saw it on ABQ on the Cheap.
To get started, simply contact EbsWD through their site or call 974-3022.
And to all, a good site.
–Elizabeth Hanes
Friday Food Freebies and Deals for 10/23/2009
October 23, 2009 by erica29
Filed under Freebies, Half Off Deals, Restaurants & Bars
Better Burger, Better Price: Now at Denny’s, get a free “Better Burger” and fries with the purchase of the same and two drinks and this coupon! Multiple locations around the Q.
Fall into Fall: Now at Mimi’s Cafe, get a two course lunch for $9.99 and a three course dinner for $12.99 with this ad! Located at I-25 and Jefferson NE.
Holiday Catering: Take the stress off cooking and just relax with this deal from Boston Market. With this coupon, take $10 off your minimum $60 catering order. Note: Be sure to read the fine print. We strongly recommend calling your local Boston Market to make sure they are accepting this coupon before you place a catering order! Coupon expires 12/31/09.
National Day for Food: October 26 is “World Pasta Day,” and Buca Di Beppo is celebrating! That day, receive a FREE 8-oz portion of spaghetti with choice of sauce! (Purchase of another small or large pasta dish is required to obtain the freebie). Also, leave with a free package of Rummo Italian pasta. Located west of ABQ Uptown.
It’s Not Too Cold Yet: Yeah, it’s getting colder, but we don’t think it’s ever to cold for ice cream. Now at A&W Restaurants surrounding ABQ, get 50¢ off a shake or Polar Swirl with this coupon!
Couples Eat Cheap: Grab yer honey and head to Chili’s or Applebee’s. Both are running $20 promotions. At Chili’s, choose 1 appetizer, 2 entrées, and 1 dessert for 20 bucks. At Applebee’s, pick 1 appetizer and 2 entrées. Sounds like the best kind of cheap date, to us!
$3 Off Delivery: In case you hadn’t noticed, the weather can turn ugly at this time of year. When it’s cold and rainy, there’s no need to venture out to get your food fix. Use this coupon to get $3 off food delivery from Just Dine In! Order online and get hot food from your fave eatery delivered to your door. What could be better?
15% Off Sushi: We’re always trying to find pleasing deals for our sushi-loving readers. This Valpak coupon nets you 15% off your total bill (exclusing drinks) or $5 off at Sushiya in the northeast heights.
Half Price Sushi: In other Asian dining news, Alibi Bucks offers a half-price dining certificate to Sushi Gen, while supplies last. (Scroll waaay down the page to find it!) Specifically, get a $20 certificate for a mere $10.
We verify these deals as best we can, but we strongly recommend you call to double-check the deals yourself before heading out to redeem any offers. These deals can change or go poof quicker than you can say “boo.” Remember, all restaurant deals are only available at “participating locations.” Be sure your preferred location is participating in order to avoid disappointment!
–Elizabeth Hanes and Erica Krause
Friday Food Freebies and Deals for 10/16/2009
October 16, 2009 by erica29
Filed under Freebies, Half Off Deals, Miscellaneous, Restaurants & Bars
$5 Pizza: Make it a pizza and pasta night at Buca Di Beppo with this. Buy one entree get a a pizza for 5 bucks deal. Located west of Uptown.
New Resturant, Old Favorites: The owner of The Range Cafe has opened the Rodeo Grill on Wyoming. Try it out with this $50 gift certificate for only $25 from Good Day New Mexico’s Half priced Thursdays. Yee-haw!
Coffee Happy Hour: Join Seattle’s Best Coffee in Borders at Uptown every Mon-Thurs from 3:00pm – 5:00pm for $2 medium and $3 large handcrafted beverages. (That means lattes, cappucinos, etc.) Try one of their new Autumn Mochas, tis the season!
More from Boston Market: We seem to post a Boston Market deal every week! But that is okay because we love them. Here is an array of coupons ranging from $1 off to $4 off depending on what you want to spend!
Manic Mondays: Head into Copper Lounge on Central west of University for an autumn inspired happy hour from 2:00pm – 7:00pm. Then stay for dinner for $4 cheese burgers and pizzas and another round of different drink specials.
BOGO Breakfast: Sad that the balloon fiesta is over? Then drive over to Balloon Fiesta Park for breakfast at Chef Jim White’s Cafe for breakfast. They open at 7:00am and with this ValPak coupon buy one breakfast entree, get one half-off. One location in the Q.
–Erica Krause
Half Price Homebound Salon Services
September 24, 2009 by Elizabeth
Filed under Half Off Deals, Services
We don’t know about you, but we’re card-carrying members of the “sandwich generation:” trying to raise our own kids while simultaneously helping care for our aging parents.
If you’re in the same boat, check out this half price deal on haircuts for the homebound in Albuquerque: Get a $50 gift certificate for just $25!
Rose Gabaldon has been a cosmetologist for 28 years. These days, she plies her trade within other people’s homes, providing in-home salon services for shut-ins. She’ll even go out to visit mom or dad at an assisted living facility. In the home, Rose will provide your loved one with a haircut, blow dry, and style. Her service fee includes travel time, hair services, and gas.
Note the following restrictions on the half price certificate: one per person; valid for haircut, blow dry, and style only.
We can’t help but think what a great gift this would make for a homebound person or their caregiver.
You can call Rose to make an appointment: 856-1844 or 263-6570.
–Elizabeth Hanes
Save Over 50%: Fourth Friday Sunset Tour
September 22, 2009 by Elizabeth
Filed under Attractions, Events
If you’ve been thinking about trying the ABQ Trolley Co. tour of our fair city but haven’t done it yet, maybe procrastination worked in your favor.
Now through October, ABQ Trolley Co. is offering a special Fourth Friday Sunset Tour for just $10 a ticket! Woot! And this isn’t a diminished version of the tour, it’s the exact same “Best of ABQ” tour they always run, only at a discounted price.
Since the tour begins at 7:30pm, you’re sure to catch a spectacular New Mexico sunset during the ride. Plus, you’ll enjoy live music, trivia games, and prizes while receiving a narrated tour of Old Town, EDo, Historic Route 66, and much more. Think of the date night possibilities!
Best bet is to purchase your tickets online, so you don’t get shut out (the last Fourth Friday tour sold out).
The tour will be offered on the following dates:
- September 25
- October 23
All ABQ Trolley Co. tours depart from Plaza San Luis in Old Town.
–Elizabeth Hanes
