Mortony's Pasta House in Vista is Now Closed- New Restaurant Z Cafe to Fill Spot

Sorry to have to share this news with you. Mortony's Pasta House in Vista is now closed. If you have a daily deal certificate for the restaurant, please contact the company that issued it for a refund- it won't be a problem. The restaurant was sold to Z cafe which has a great menu.  Best wishes to the Mortony's gang on future endeavors.

 

Save Half at It's Greek to Me (Vista)

Save half on delicious Greek food in Vista at It's Greek to Me. You pay $5, but get $10 in food and drink.  http://nctimes.upickem.net/r/7E3gbtcTjNP?r=990630

FREE Kids Haircuts (K-6th Grade) at J.C. Penney on Sundays Beginning November- Make Your Appointment Now!

Did you participate in J.C. Penney's free haircuts for kids in August? The program was so poplular (over 1.6 million haircuts were given away FREE), they have decided to bring it back on Sundays only beginning November. Sure to be a popular event, I suggest making your kids' appointments early. The only requirement is that they are in grades K through 6.  Enjoy!  www.jcpenney.com.

Second Around The Town Mixer a Fun Evening!

Thanks to everyone who came out for our second Around The Town mixer at California Fruit Wine Wednesday night, September 26th...we had a GREAT time. If you weren't there, you were missed! Spectacular food was served up by Epic Eatz and California Fruit Wine had some new selections for us- my favorite was the Apricot. Better yet, the Apricot mixed with Plum.  Lots of prizes were won by attendees and everyone had a good time...until the next one my friends!  Cheers!  Barb

Save Half on Family Entertainment with DoubleTake Deals

Not only can you save half on wonderful San Diego restaurants (many of my favorites), DoubleTake Deals is also a great place to save half on places like Boomers, Invasion Laser Tag, Paddle Planet and more! Check out their deal today!  http://www.doubletakedeals.com/?ref=~barb.98A7B8

Vista Teen Outreach- Hunger Hurts Food Drive

Hunger Hurts for Vista is in motion with a BIG food drive right now. Drop locations are Kings Stationer (631 S. Melrose, by Courthouse) and Sport About ( 1310 E. Vista Way). They are trying to put a food pantry at 10 schools (middle & high schools) in Vista for local teens in need- there are so many that are homeless and hungry, something that does not meet the everyday eye. If you are looking for a service opportunity in your community, they are also looking for people to adopt a school and be responsible for picking up preboxed items and fill and refill the pantry as needed. Types of food they are looking for: Peanut butter, canned soups, chilis, cans of stew, canned fruit, water-canned chicken and meats, ramens, granola bars, snack packs, saltine crackers, jerkys and beef sticks, manwich, boxes of mac and cheese, bread, and assorted hygiene items. P.O. box 2761, Vista 92085 or call 442-222-9024. You can also email local contact Debbie at dmedrano51@att.net.

More on Daily Deal Sites

Are you a daily deal site junkie like me? Personally, I LOVE them, and don't know what I did before them!!!  People ask me all the time which ones are my favorites, and it's hard to say because it changes. Most sites go through hot and cold phases. Two that are pretty much on HOT all the time for me are Groupon and DoubleTake Deals.  As you know, subscribing to these sites can save you a bundle, but it can also make a mess of your email inbox in a hurry. A service I provide on Around The Town is going through these emails every day and trying to pick what I think are the very best deals to present to you. Some days there are a few to tell you about, other days nothing.

If you do see a deal posted on Around The Town and plan to purchase it, would you please do me a favor and go through my links (rather than direct with the daily deal site itself) to place your order? In some cases I earn a referral or a small percentage of the sale. It does not cost you any extra, but it helps me with the expenses I incur providing Around The Town as a free community service, doing giveaways, etc. Thanks!  Barb