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6/17/11:
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TOLEDO:
Beauty pageants always include a talent portion. And over the years, the talents have gotten more diverse -- for example, Miss USA 2010 won a pole-dancing competition three years before her crowning. If you'd like to be as beautiful as Miss USA, sign up for
one month of pole-tastic workouts from DPD Women's Studio Fitness. Pay $25 (regularly $50) and take your pick of
workout routines ranging from introductory classes to
Stiletto Pole Fitness. These booty-shaking classes are a great way to get exercise with your pals and make for a unique twist (literally) on getting into shape. Who knows? After a few sessions of fitness pole dancing, maybe you'll win a
beauty pageant.
DETROIT:
Deer season may be months away, but that's no excuse to let your camo go dusty and your lock, stock, and barrel skills go rusty. Today's deal from
Wolverine Shooting Sports in Brownstown will have you back in practice before you can say, "
Annie Get Your Gun": Get
one hour of handgun shooting on the 25-yard indoor pistol range with an equipment rental for just $10 (regularly $20). This place is fully loaded with ten shooting positions, improved lighting, automated target controls that can be positioned anywhere from zero to 25 yards from the shooter, and a Caswell Grantrap backstop that eliminates lead dust. You best buck up to this deal fast, as those young bucks get faster every day the offseason gets longer.
COLUMBUS:
A McMassage just won't cut it anymore; be more selective by choosing your very own independent beauty and relaxation specialist. With today's deal, you'll get
$50 to spend on nail, skin, and massage services from the beauty experts at Salon Lofts for only $25. Choose from over 100 independent specialists participating at 12 locations in the area. Specialists are their own bosses, which gives them the freedom to focus and personalize their services just for you. Salon Lofts' interactive website offers real-life examples of the specialists' work, so you can make the right choice for you. Forget cookie-cutter
salon services -- with a unique experience like this, your next mani/pedi, facial, or massage will be hand-tailored just for you.
6/15/11:
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TOLEDO:
It's happened to all of us: You're chatting politics with your boss and you forget the name of the GOP front-runner or flub the name Sarkozy. Don't feel dim-witted; let today's deal increase your intellectual wattage at a no-brainer price:
Get a one-year subscription to The Atlantic magazine for only $12 (regularly $24). Since 1857,
The Atlantic has brought smart thinking, top-notch reporting, and fresh perspectives to homes across America. Every month, the periodical features thought leaders around the world who explore foreign affairs, politics, the economy, and cultural trends in a bold, independent, and intelligent voice. Just a magazine? We like to think of it as a source of modern-day Enlightenment.
DETROIT:
It's been awhile since you've had a chance to stop and smell the roses, but you did download a lovely floral wallpaper on your Blackberry that you sometimes glance at and sigh. Fortunately, taking a break doesn't have to take all the time (and money) in the world. Today's deal from
Corporate Mind & Body Spa is designed with movers and shakers in mind. For just $5, supplement your midday coffee run with a rejuvenating 15-minute chair massage for the back, neck, and shoulders (a $10 value). Or, for $12, pamper those hard-working fingers and toes with a hot stone reflexology massage for hands and feet (a $25 value). For the same price, you can achieve full-body recovery with a 30-minute hot stone massage. We know time is money, so make every second count with this industrious deal.
COLUMBUS:
You can only look so glamorous snapping pics of yourself in the bathroom mirror -- after all, there's bound to be a better backdrop than your towel rack. With today's deal get some sultry shots that really pop when you pay
$99 for a two-hour boudoir photo package with My Body of Work (a $199 value). This on-site shoot can take place wherever you feel most comfortable: lounging on the chaise, posing on the bed, or even catching some rays in the yard. Your expert photographer will take the time to capture all your best angles leaving you with a 8x10 or 8 ½ x11 print and a high-resolution digital image. You'll get the shot you've always wanted, without anything being overexposed.
6/13/11:
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TOLEDO:
You've definitely made progress since the days when your only "gift" to Dad on
Father's Day was spaghetti art on the wall, but these days you figure he'd appreciate a more sophisticated approach. Show the big guy how much you care with today's deal from
RedEnvelope: Drop just $13 and get $30 to spend on gifts for Dad or any occasion. The site offers a selection of unique and personalized items like leather watch cases, beer holsters, and much more. Whether your pops loves gadgets, grilling, sports, or just likes to look good, you'll find the perfect way to thank him for all the love, guidance, and sideline coaching -- and for sacrificing his car when you learned how to drive.
DETROIT:
Allow us to offer you a deal you can't refuse involving
rich chocolate cake, and all the ambiance of a time when cake came from the bakery and not the supermarket.
Pick up a dozen fancy cupcakes for $7.50 (regularly $15) from Roberto's Bakery, located at the city limits of Dearborn and Taylor, and we'll cue the soundtrack from
La Dolce Vita. This family-owned bakeshop has been offering a wide variety of pastries for generations and has lovingly maintained its classic 1950s neighborhood vibe. Devoted regulars swear by the wide array of flavors; but take just one taste of the old-school marriage of
butter cream and dense yellow cake, and you'll see how 60 years is just the right amount of time to perfect the recipe for cannoli cream. Tango with a taste of carrot spice and
red velvet with
cream cheese frosting, and you'll treat your tongue to a taste of pure bliss that will spawn future fidelity to a local institution.
COLUMBUS:
You've definitely made progress since the days when your only "gift" to Dad on
Father's Day was spaghetti art on the wall, but these days you figure he'd appreciate a more sophisticated approach. Show the big guy how much you care with today's deal from
RedEnvelope: Drop just $13 and get $30 to spend on gifts for Dad or any occasion. The site offers a selection of unique and personalized items like leather watch cases, beer holsters, and much more. Whether your pops loves gadgets, grilling, sports, or just likes to look good, you'll find the perfect way to thank him for all the love, guidance, and sideline coaching -- and for sacrificing his car when you learned how to drive.
6/12/11:
TOLEDO:
DETROIT:
What happens when you cross an
MP3 player with a slice of
beef tenderloin? The answer lies in Dearborn, where you can just clip on your
iPod and dance your way to a great meal:
Spend $10 for $20 worth of delectable menu options from iBurger Lounge. Your playmix includes entrées ranging from grilled steak burgers including the Pesto (tomato, onion, fresh mozzarella, pesto dressing, and arugula) to the
Filet Mignon iBurger Lounge Specialty (gourmet cheese baked with tomatoes and
caramelized onions, and topped with arugula). If your Azure Ray-listening cohort prefers a bit more green, urge them to check out a portobello and
black bean burger. Once you add iBurger to your Summer Jamz playlist, you'll need to shuffle through and repeat to get your next fix.
When the national news decides to dish on all of the dicey bits of the D, we all know they're not seeing the whole story, like brunching in the sunny garden of a historic mansion on Woodward Avenue. Sit back and enjoy your city (and a mimosa) in style when you pay
$15 for $30 to spend at The Whitney. A colorful oasis in the heart of midtown, The Whitney's garden is open for lunch, dinner, and
Sunday brunch. Choose from The Whitney's highly regarded formal dining menu or more casual fare, including weekday happy hour specials. Catch the free shuttle service to Tigers night games and other around-town activities, or stay in the garden for the rotating schedule of entertainment from DJs and live bands. The D is in the midst of a renaissance -- why miss out?
COLUMBUS:
6/9/11:
TOLEDO:
While Plato pondered the notion of utopia circa third-century, BC, you don't have to dust off your time-travel machine or your humanities textbooks to discover an ideal delivered to your home. Head to UtopianCoffee.com and surround yourself with caffeinated perfection:
Spend $15 for $30 worth of small-batch, roasted-to-order coffees from exotic locales, including Guatemala and Indonesia. Utopian's philosophy is founded on the tenets of holistic sustainability -- the company partners with
Generosity Water to build a well in
Kenya with the proceeds of coffee sales. Don't follow in the footsteps of the ancients and wait until the next millennium.
Perfection is yours to experience today.
DETROIT:
You've heard that a
stitch in time saves nine, but does the maxim hold true if you don't know how to stitch? Let today's deal courtesy of
Riverside Yarn Gallery in downtown Wyandotte teach you the tricks of the fibrous trade.
Unpick $10 from your pocket and get $20 to spend on knitting or crochet classes -- appropriate whether you're a novice of knitting or a purling pro. Unravel your skills and learn to knit yourself a pair of socks or crochet a petal pullover. While you're in, check out the store's wide variety of yarns, patterns, and accessories. What's more, owners Laura and Michelle are eager to give tips on your latest project. Just act fast to get this
running stitch deal in-the-hand.
COLUMBUS:
Warm apple pie. Quilts. Sparklers on the Fourth of July. If your inner patriot constantly craves a slice of Americana, now's your chance to improve your beauty routine while saving up for that collection of rarely minted coins: Head to Americana Nail Company, where
spending $30 will earn you $60 worth of nail spa, reflexology, and beauty services.
Americana Nail Company is a clean, friendly, full-service nail spa. Not only do they offer relaxing
manicures and pedicures, but they also feature
permanent makeup and reflexology. Permanent makeup is a great alternative if you're tired of
applying eyeliner or eyebrow makeup every day, or if you have extremely light or thin eyebrows. You heard it here first, Lady Liberty -- today's deal is one piece of Americana guaranteed to outlash the competition
6/3/11:
Cake? Been there. Cupcakes? Boresville. After a lifetime of sinking into passé confections, we have it on good authority that your
sweet tooth is ready for something totally unique and delicious. Teethe on an avant garde pleasure courtesy of
Batter Market when you pay just $6 for an assortment of 12 cake pops or cake truffles (a $12 value). Cake truffles are the "greatest hits" of the dessert world -- they combine cake with icing, hand-dipped chocolate, and vanilla coating. Enjoy flavors such as Italian Cream Cake, Chocolate Covered Cherry, and even Maple Bacon. Or, explore the explosion of flavors in Batter Market's cake pops and prepare to tell your friends about the best dessert you've ever had. Get ready for a truly state-of-the-art dessert experience at a cutting-edge price.
5/31/11:
Boy, have we got a scoop for you! You can safely ditch the newsboy cap as this dish is more tutti-frutti than tabloid material.
Get $10 worth of any ice cream purchase for $5 at Abe's Daily Scoop in Maumee. Select your favorite from 32 varieties of award-winning Ashby Sterling hand-dipped ice cream and premium low-fat soft serve. Savor your selected scoops in the
chaise lounges that surround Abe's in
the Lake District area of The
Shops At Fallen Timbers or opt for a post-parfait game of large-scale chess in the nearby park. Just act fast because a headline this big will be old news tomorrow. Get the dish?
5/30/11:
Sundance Kid Drive-In Two Tickets, Medium Popcorn, and Pop $13
5/27/11:
Whether it's your super sweet 37, your bachelorette party, or a last-minute attempt to impress your fanciest clients, riding around in your '84 beater just won't do. Open the doors on today's deal from LimoToledo.com and hit the road in A-list style:
Pay $62 for a small limo coach or weekday party bus service (each a $125 value). Whatever the occasion, LimoToledo.com's fleet of top-of-the-line SUVs and sedans are fully equipped to suit your every extravagant need -- whether you're headed for a girls' night out on the town, a day on the links with the boys, or redeeming yourself at your high school reunion. Jump on this deal, and rest assured that your next ride around town will leave a lasting impression (and not just because you had to call AAA on the side of the road).
