Another FREE Greeting Card from Cardstore
This new way of finding and sending real paper greeting cards is so much better than standing in front of a card rack looking for just the right card. Cardstore.com is an online store that sells real paper cards (we’re not talking about e-greetings here) that you can personalize with photos, greetings, a person’s name, […]
Buy One, Get One Free Orange Julius Coupon
If you like Orange Julius smoothies, you like Orange Julius coupons. When you sign up for the Quench Club, you’ll get a Buy One, Get One Free Orange Julius coupon. If you’re already a member, then go log in and get a coupon for $1 off an Orange Julius. According to its website, Wichita has […]
Back-to-School Laptops Under $300 at Walmart and Best Buy
Right now is a great time to buy laptops under $300. The selection is huge. Get one for students or just to have as a backup around the house. Click to go >> Laptops under $300 at Walmart Click to go >> Laptops under $300 at Best Buy Click to go >> Laptops for $300 or less at […]
Free Postcards From Wichita With Love
If you’d love to see a particular entertainer, restaurant, business, or person you love come to Wichita, send them a free “Wish You Were Here” postcard, compliments of the From Wichita With Love project. The project was started by a group of Wichitans as a way to increase “interest in Wichita as a cultural and […]
Enter to Win One of Five $100 Cash Prizes from Living on the Cheap
Enter To Win: $100 in Cash Woo hoo! Here’s one giveaway prize everyone can use – $100. Living On The Cheap is giving five readers from across the country an opportunity to win 100 bucks each. With such a big payout, we’re going to make you do a bit more than just leave a comment. […]
FREE Two-Day College & Career Summer Camp for High School Level Girls
The Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland is offering a free summer camp at Butler County Community College for girls in grades 8-12 to learn about careers and college courses in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Participants will tour the Butler Community College Andover campus, learn about financial aid and college life, and explore careers in […]
Get a $2 Amazon Credit to Spend on MP3s
This free MP3 credit offer has been extended to June 18 June 23! Get it: $2 Amazon Credit for MP3s with code MP3S4ALL I’ve already gotten my free $2 Amazon credit from this promotion, now I just have to decide which songs to download. Maybe something suitable for an anniversary? ( Anyway, you can get […]
Michaels Coupon for 50% Off One Item
Michaels has released a printable coupon for 50% off any one regularly priced item. It’s good this weekend only, May 25-27, 2012. The standard exclusions apply. There’s a whole page of other coupons as well. Find them here: Michaels Coupons
Free $2 Amazon Instant Video Credit (Facebook Offer)
I like these free credits from Amazon. This one is yours if you have a Facebook account and don’t mind allowing the Amazon app. Free $2 Amazon Instant Video Credit Note: I previously allowed the app for a free music credit and now Amazon recommends things based on my Facebook likes. If that doesn’t appeal […]
Spring Cleaning: Free Trash Disposal for Sedgwick County Residents
Doing a little spring cleaning? This will help. Sedgwick County is offering a coupon for free trash disposal of bulky items up to $30 or 1,000 pounds. (Loads exceeding this limit are accepted, but will be subject to fees.) You can request the coupon beginning May 14, 2012, either online at sedgwickcounty.org or by calling […]
29¢ Avocados, 88¢ Sodas, 59¢ lb. Vidalia Onions, 99¢ lb. Strawberries and More Cinco de Mayo Grocery Deals
Source: allrecipes.com via WichitaontheCheap on Pinterest It’s fiesta time! Grocery stores and markets have all the ingredients to make your own Cinco de Mayo party on the cheap. Most of these prices will only be good through Saturday, so a quick run to the store tonight or tomorrow morning is in order if you want […]
Free Sample of New Burt’s Bees Body Lotion
Like them on Facebook and get a free sample of güd, a new lotion from Burt’s Bees. You can choose from among three different fragrances – Orange Petalooza, Vanilla Flame, or Floral Cherrynova. If you’ve already tried it and you liked it, they also have a $1 off coupon.
Special Open House Will Highlight Volunteer Opportunities at Botanica
Botanica will hold an open house on Saturday, March 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for anyone who is interested in volunteering at Wichita’s botanical gardens. Displays will be set up and volunteers will be on hand with information about a variety of Botanica volunteer opportunities, including Education, Special Events, Administrative, Gardens, and Butterfly […]
Free Online Course from WSU on How to Afford College
Wichita State University has unveiled a new online course that offers a step-by-step approach to choosing and paying for college or vocational/technical school. The course, which is free, intends to teach personal financial management topics that will help students and families make wise decisions regarding choosing and paying for college, and to help students learn […]
Postage Stamp Prices Increase Sunday
The United States Postal Service will raise the price of first-class stamps to 45¢ on Sunday, January 22, 2012. The good news is that if you just bought a giant roll of “Forever” stamps, you won’t have to go out and buy a roll of 1-penny stamps — they’re called Forever stamps because they’re still […]
FREE and Cheap Organizing Resources
Find free or cheap printable checklists and calendars, books, and other resources to help you stay organized this year. This Kindle ebook is free (for now — always double-check the price before downloading from Amazon): Organize for a Fresh Start: Embrace Your Next Chapter in Life (Thanks, Houston on the Cheap!) Motherhood on a Dime […]
FREE Santa Tracker app from NORAD
Using state-of-the-art radar, satellites, fighter jets, and a Santa-cam, NORAD tracks Santa’s progress around the world every year. You can follow his progress too with the free Santa Tracker app for iPhones or Android devices. Or track Santa’s progress from your desktop by going to www.noradsanta.org. Download a free app for your Android device or […]
The Top FREE Things to Do in Wichita, Kansas

This list was compiled from reader suggestions years ago. For our complete, updated guide, visit Free Things to Do in Wichita. What is there to do in Wichita, KS for free? Wichita is known for being an affordable place to live with great quality of life for residents. And it’s true – some of the […]
Free Halloween Clip-Art Samples from Dover Publications

Pick up a few free Halloween clip-art images from the Dover Publications Free Samples page. The images range from adorable to spooky. There are also sample pages to print or download from some of Dover’s other publications, such as “how-to-draw” books, coloring books, mazes, paper dolls, and ghost stories. Instructions are given on how to […]
Free Bare Escentuals Lip Color Sample at Sephora Inside JCPenney
Go get your coupon for a free sample of Bare Escentuals “Confidence” Pretty Amazing lip color at Sephora inside JCPenney stores. Offer is valid until 11/1 or until supplies last. If you’ll be in JCPenney’s anyway, you might be tempted to do some shopping. Here’s a coupon for $10 off $50 at JCPenney. Expires 10/10. […]
Free: Art on the Trail
The trails of Chisholm Creek Park will be even more interesting than usual this Saturday, October 8. Plein air (open air) artists will set up to work along the trails between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. during the Great Plains Nature Center’s ‘Art on the Trail’ event. There’s no admission charge. Refreshments will be served […]
Free Watercolor Demonstration at Wichita Center for the Arts
This Saturday, October 8, world-class watercolor artist Frank Webb will demonstrate his watercolor techniques at Wichita Center for the Arts. Admission is free. The event begins at 1 p.m. For more information, call the Center at 634-2787. Watercolor Demonstration Date: Saturday, October 8, 2011 Time: 1 p.m. Location: Wichita Center for the Arts, 9002 E. […]
How to Get Free Shipping from Walmart.com
This is actually really cool. I live close to a Walmart (who doesn’t?), but occasionally I want to use a discount I can only get online, or there are products that aren’t carried in my local store. Although Walmart already has free Site-to-Store shipping and an option to order online and pick up in the […]
More Free Halloween Crafts to Download
I know it isn’t even October yet, but these just seem to keep finding their way to me! And when it comes to seasonal crafts, it helps to have them ready ahead of time. Some of these will be great for fall parties at school. You can download a Free eBook: 11 Easy Halloween Craft […]
FREE Pop-Up Pumpkin Paper Craft

Another cute paper craft freebie: Download the pattern for this cute free pumpkin pop-up craft. This is the kind of thing that even the bigger kids like to make and give to their friends on the bus or at school. (Have you seen the incredible duct-tape jewelry and wallets kids are making?) You’ll need a […]