The provided source material details a variety of promotional offers available during May 2017, specifically focusing on Memorial Day sales and travel discounts. Additionally, the documents include a section regarding Veterans Day free meals and discounts for the year 2024. While the user query requested information regarding "memorial day 2017 freebies hampton roads," the provided sources do not contain specific data regarding free samples or offers unique to the Hampton Roads area. Instead, the data focuses on national brands, travel deals, and coupon book availability.
Memorial Day Sales and Furniture Offers
During the Memorial Day period of 2017, La-Z-Boy offered significant savings on furniture. The offers were valid through May 29, 2017. Specific pricing included chairs starting at $299 and sofas starting at $599. In addition to the sale prices, La-Z-Boy promoted free in-home design services, allowing customers to consult with expert designers to create a living space. A link was provided for these services: http://tinyurl.com/Lazboy2017.
The source material also mentions a "Design Dash 2017" sweepstakes associated with La-Z-Boy. Participants could vote for their favorite design for a chance to win $15,000 in La-Z-Boy furniture. Entries for this sweepstakes had to be completed and submitted by June 25, 2017.
Travel and Accommodation Discounts
Several travel-related discounts were available for Memorial Day 2017. Hotels.com offered a variety of promo codes and rebates. * Memorial Day Stay: Users could save $50 when spending $300 or more using the code MEMORIAL50. This offer required booking by May 25, 2017, for travel dates between May 25 and May 30, 2017. * Memorial Day Sale: A general sale offered savings up to 50% off select locations. This required booking by May 29, 2017, for travel by June 4, 2017. * Summer Travel: A promotion for international travel offered up to 30% savings plus an extra $80 off when spending $500 or more using the code GOABROAD. * Cash Back Rebate: A rebate of up to $100 was available on all hotel bookings using the code REBATES17. Bookings had to be made by December 31, 2017, for travel by January 31, 2018.
Best Western also ran a promotion for Rewards Members, offering a $10 Best Western Gift Card every night stayed between May 22, 2017, and September 4, 2017.
Coupon Books and Newsletter Sign-Ups
The "Our Town and All Around Coupon Book" was available for purchase at a discounted rate of $10 with free shipping (regularly $28). This book contained approximately 1,000 coupons for the Northeast Ohio area, covering restaurants, fast food, drug stores, movies, golf courses, and entertainment. The coupons were valid through December 2017. The source material notes that the book could pay for itself with a single use, as some restaurant coupons offered savings up to $30 off.
Additionally, the source material promoted a free "Deals o’ the Week" newsletter available at http://www.joethecouponguy.com/mailinglist/index.htm.
Retail and Dining Promotions
Red Plum offered a consumer survey where respondents could enter a prize drawing to win one of two $250 gift cards. The survey was intended to gather opinions on purchase decisions and coupon usage. The deadline to complete the survey was June 15, 2017.
The source material also included a specific deal for the Music Box Supper Club in Cleveland, Ohio, offering half-off concert tickets during the Memorial Day weekend (through May 29, 2017).
Veterans Day Free Meals (2024)
Although the user query focused on 2017, the provided source data includes a list of Veterans Day discounts and free meals for 2024. The data specifies that these offers are for active duty military, veterans, and sometimes reservists, typically requiring a form of military ID.
Participating Restaurants and Offers: * Texas Roadhouse: Active duty military and veterans could dine in or receive a free meal voucher on November 11 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Vouchers do not expire until May 2025. * Ted’s Montana Grill: Veterans and active duty service members received a 10% discount on meals on Veterans Day. * TGIFridays: Free meal from a select menu on November 11 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. * TravelCenters of America: Complimentary meal at participating quick service and full-service restaurants on November 11. * Tuscan Kitchen: Complimentary dining for all Veterans on November 11 at Massachusetts and New Hampshire locations. * White Castle: Free meal combo for veterans and active duty members on November 11 (dine-in only). * Wendy’s: Free small breakfast combo on November 11. * Yard House: Complimentary appetizer on Veterans Day.
Veterans Day Entertainment and Retail Discounts (2024)
The source material also lists entertainment and retail discounts available to veterans and active duty military personnel on Veterans Day 2024.
Entertainment Venues: * Aquarium of the Pacific (Long Beach, CA): Free admission on November 11 with valid service ID and advance reservation. * Colonial Williamsburg: Free admission November 8-11 for active duty, Reservists, National Guard, Veterans, military retirees, and dependents. * Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum: Free admission for veterans and active duty, including up to three immediate family members. * Dave & Buster’s: Free entree (up to $20) and a free $10 Power Card with valid Veterans ID on November 11. * Knott’s Berry Farm: Discounted admission during Military Tribute Days, available for up to five accompanying guests. * Mammoth Mountain: Free lift ticket for veterans and active duty members. * Monticello: Free admission for veterans and active duty members. * Mount Vernon: Free admission for active duty, former, or retired military personnel on November 11. * National World War I Museum and Memorial (Kansas City, MO): Free admission November 8-11 for veterans and active duty military.
Travel and Camping Resources
For consumers seeking economical travel options, the source material suggests camping and hostels. Camping resources include the National Park Service (1-800-365-2267), recreation.gov, nps.gov, and reserveamerica.com. It also mentions checking KOA for campgrounds and Gander Mountain for discounted camping gear.
Hostels are recommended for cheap, dormitory-style lodging, particularly in Europe. Resources for finding hostels include hiusa.org, hostelz.com, and hostelworld.com.
Grocery and Household Deals
The source material lists specific grocery and household deals available at a specific retailer, likely involving a loyalty program (Plenti Points). These deals involve purchasing specific quantities of items to receive points rewards, combined with manufacturer coupons. Examples include: * Park Franks (8 ct): $1.53 after $10 Plenti Points Reward (buy 6) and .55 coupons. * Tresemme Hair Care: $1.50 after $3 Plenti Points Reward (buy 2) and $3/2 coupon. * Nabisco Cookies/ Crackers: $1.25 after $10 Plenti Points Reward (buy 7) and .75/2 coupons. * Maybelline Colorsensational Lip Liner: $2 after $5 Plenti Points Reward (buy 4) and $2 coupons. * Olay Body Wash: $1.50 after $10 Plenti Points Reward (buy 8) and $1 coupons. * Campbells Well Yes Soup: $1 after $1 Plenti Points Reward (buy 2) and .50 coupons. * Clean & Clear Skin Care: $2 after $8 Plenti Points Reward (buy 4) and $1 coupons. * Haagen Dazs Ice Cream: $1.57 after $10 Plenti Points Reward (buy 7). * Post Cereal: $1.06 after $10 Plenti Points Reward (buy 11). * Rockstar Drink: $.79 after $10 Plenti Points Reward (buy 14). * Nestle Ice Cream Novelty: $1.57 after $10 Plenti Points Reward (buy 7). * Dove Chocolates: $1.50 after $1 Plenti Points Reward (buy 2) and $1 coupons. * Pepperidge Farm Cookies: $1.57 after $10 Plenti Points Reward (buy 7). * Fritos/Cheetos/Ruffles: $1.57 after $10 Plenti Points Reward (buy 7). * Pepsi 12 pack: $1.99 after $10 Plenti Points Reward (buy 6). * 7Up Products 12 pack: $2 after $10 Plenti Points Reward (buy 6). * Pringles: $.75 after $2 Plenti Points Reward.
Note: The source material does not specify the retailer for these Plenti Points deals, nor does it provide the expiration dates for these specific grocery offers.
Conclusion
The provided source material offers a snapshot of promotional activities surrounding Memorial Day 2017, focusing heavily on travel discounts (Hotels.com, Best Western), furniture sales (La-Z-Boy), and local coupon books (Northeast Ohio). It also details Veterans Day 2024 offers, listing numerous restaurants and entertainment venues providing free meals and admission to military personnel. While the query sought "freebies" in Hampton Roads, the data provided is national in scope or specific to other regions. Consumers interested in similar offers should monitor official brand websites and loyalty programs for current deal structures.