If you live in the greater Los Angeles area, this sale is for you. The largest wholesaler in the country, DLM Off-Price Specialists, is opening their doors to the public this Saturday, July 31, 2010. Expect prices to be 80-90% off retail and look for name brands like DKNY, Ellie Tahari, and more.
DLM normally sells to the discount shops, so you are getting prices below wholesale – pennies on the dollar in some cases! There are absolutely no knock offs.
The selection is huge in DLM’s 100,000 square foot warehouse, which is 15 minutes from downtown. Score great bargains in women’s clothes, men’s clothes, and children’s clothing, plus home goods like Paula Deen dishware. One Paula Deen platter that sells for $25 at Macy’s is $7 at DLM. Snappy!
The sale is this Saturday, July 31, 2010 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. DLM is located at 2343 Saybrook Ave. in Commerce, CA. Their phone number is (323) 724-5474. This video has more details about prices and brands.
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By Bobbi Burger Brunoehler of Bobbisbargains.com.
I love theater and I go as often as I can. I’m not sitting in the high priced seats, but I’ve learned to get great tickets at equally great discounts. I like to sit in the front row of the cheapest seats. If I can’t get the front row, then I get the back row because I can stand up or sit on something if there is a head in my way. I’ve found that the cheapest seats (especially in a small venue) are almost as good as the most expensive seats. I always make sure that everyone in my party has their own pair of binoculars so you can really see up close.
Here are some other ways to see fabulous theater at bargainista prices:
- Wait until the last minute and then use discount ticket sites such as tkts for New York and Goldstar for Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, DC Metro, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Minneapolis-St. Paul, New York, Orange County, Portland, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Seattle. Note, Goldstar was a Frugal Festival sponsor.
- Volunteer or work at the theater. I’ve always thought working as an usher at a very good theater was just the coolest job. The pay isn’t great, but you get to see some of the best actors in action.
- Group ticket sales. For some theaters, a group is as few as 10 people. Groups get excellent discounts and sometimes the person who organizes it gets a free ticket.
- See theater that is less well known. TheaterExtras is a seat-filling audience development organization that gives complimentary tickets in New York and Los Angeles to its members. For the price of a Broadway ticket, you can get practically free tickets all year. There are also special savings for members of a theatrical union, student or senior citizen. Indicate that I referred you (bobbisbargains) and I’ll get a little credit as well.
- Check to see if your city is part of the Artsopolis Network, which provides listings of free local events and discount tickets. Some of the cities that are included are Boston, Phoenix, Nashville, Flint, Grand Forks and Philadelphia. Sorry New York and Los Angeles – no site for you, but you have plenty of other cool sites.
No matter how you do it, go to the theater and support the arts. Do you know of other ways to get great deals on theater and entertainment venues? (more…)
By Bobbi Burger Brunoehler of Bobbisbargains.
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Do you yearn to be a screaming audience member on The Price is Right or a cheering fan on the Tonight show? Do you dream of watching your favorite star being filmed on-set? With some pre-planning, patience and luck, these experiences can be yours – for free.
As hard as it is to believe, television studios have to work to fill their audiences each time they shoot. It’s not just a matter of opening their front door and letting any old riff-raff in. There are dress codes and rules. Doling out coveted set passes sucks up staff time and energy. For many (but not all) shows, this coordination is too much trouble so television show turns the duty over to a company that specializes in finding audiences.
Here are some ways to get in to the shows you want to see:
- For free tickets for Two and a Half Men, Wizards of Waverly Place, Melissa and Joey, I’m in the Band and more, try Audiences Unlimited, Inc.
- If you are a Jimmy Kimmel Live! fan, you can get tickets online or call 866-546-6984 (weekdays from 1-4 p.m. PST).
- American Idol, Hannah Montana, So You Think You Can Dance?, and Dancing with the Stars tickets can be obtained through On Camera Audiences.
- Your dream to be on a game show can come true at game show contestant submissions or go to any of the major TV network’s websites and look for a “casting” link.
- The Tonight Show tickets are distributed at the studio’s ticket window the day of taping or by mail. Write to 3000 W. Alameda Ave, Los Angeles, CA 91523 or call 818-840-3537.
- Saturday Night Live tickets are distributed by lottery.
- And last, but not least… if you are just dying to be seen on television wearing a hula outfit and scuba gear holding a sign saying “I love Drew Carey” then you are destined to be on The Price is Right.
Going to the taping of a TV show is an impressive first date (if the show is your date’s favorite), a frugal and memorable vacation event, or an educational field trip. There is a LOT more going on off the screen than most people know.
I’ve seen some really cool shows with my friends and family using some of these links.
Have you ever gone to the taping of a TV show? Was it fun?
Paying $40 for a good haircut or color is not a bad deal in LA at all. This week’s Los Angeles Daily D is for an $85 cut or color at Miakel Bishay Salon in the hip part of Santa Monica. You pay just $40 – a 53% discount off the original price.
The way it works is you buy a voucher, make an appointment, and bring the voucher in to get the discount. It’s a good idea to mention you are paying with the voucher when booking an appointment.
This deal expires Saturday, June 26 at 11:59 p.m. PST or as soon as the 100 discounted vouchers are purchased. You have until September 30, 2010 to use it.
Caveats: offer for new clients only. One per person. No cash value; no change or partial credits will be issued. Offer cannot be combined with other offers, and is subject to Miakel Bishay Salon’s policies.
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There’s nothing I love more than fresh food, whether it be healthy or deliciously fatty. The Seventeenth Street Cafe in Santa Monica prides itself on fresh baked goods and California fusion cuisine. I’ve never eaten there, but this Daily D for $38 worth of food for $18 is tempting my taste buds.
This deal expires Monday, June 21 at 11:59 p.m. PST or as soon as the 100 discounted vouchers are purchased. The vouchers do not have a stated expiration date, but I would use it within three months to be on the safe side. Limit one voucher per customer and one per couple at the restaurant. Tax and gratuity are not included.
Caveats: not valid with other offers. You have to use the full value of your voucher in one visit, unless the voucher specifically says otherwise. Vouchers can be for wine or alcohol, unless the voucher says it can’t. That information will be posted on the screen when you purchase the Voucher, before you purchase it.
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Live in LA? Got bored kids that want something to do? Check out this Daily D for $90 worth of kid’s cooking classes at Katie’s Cooking School for just $37. That’s a 58% discount!
This deal expires Saturday, June 12 at 4 p.m. PST or as soon as all 100 of the discounted vouchers are purchased. The certificates must be redeemed by September 10, 2010, so you have all summer to use them.
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Got kids? Then check out the Kids Consignment sale in Santa Clarita this weekend. There will be 40,000 baby, toddler and kids items at 50-70% off retail! http://bargainbabela.townluxe.com/content/kids-consignment-sale-santa-clarita-weekend
I could use a massage. How about you? Spaphile.com is a new site that sells super discounted spa packages in Los Angeles. http://bargainbabela.townluxe.com/content/introducingspaphile-website-crazy-spa-deals
If you are an LA trivia guru, answer a few questions about LA for a chance to win a fabulous weekend getaway! http://bargainbabela.townluxe.com/content/contest-win-la-hotel-stays-and-weekend-packages
Here is a Steinmart coupon for 20% off, plus if you donate $5 you can get an additional 10% off. http://bargainbabela.townluxe.com/content/steinmart-coupon-20
Angels tickets are on super sale through Travelzoo. http://bargainbabela.townluxe.com/content/attention-angels-fans
The massive denim and jean sale known as the Warehouse Sale returns to Pasadena this weekend. Next weekend it will be at the LA Convention Center. http://bargainbabela.townluxe.com/content/warehouse-denim-sale-returns-pasadena-weekend
Here’s a Staples coupon for $75 off any HP computer. http://bargainbabela.townluxe.com/content/75-any-hp-computer-staples
There is a free market in Pasadena this weekend. Bring stuff you want to get rid of and pick up some stuff – all for free! http://bargainbabela.townluxe.com/content/free-market-pasadena-saturday
31-cent scoop night is coming to Baskin Robbins next week! http://bargainbabela.townluxe.com/content/31c-scoops-baskin-robbins-ice-cream
You can find some great deals for glasses at a Newhall optometrist. http://bargainbabela.townluxe.com/content/great-deals-glasses
Check out all the Los Angeles deals on BargainBabeLA.com.
My do-it-yourself deal site, BargainBabeLA.com, has great coupons and deals for LA. Here are the best deals posted by readers like you this week.
Spa week in LA, OC, San Diego and San Francisco is April 12-18, but book now to get a good appointment.
Tax-free shopping day is April 10 in Santa Monica on Montana Ave. Mark your calendars!
Are you a CPA? Morton’s Steakhouse in Beverly Hills wants to appreciate you with a chance for a free meal on April 16, 2010.
Get a free sample of Huggies diapers no matter where you live! You can also get a free sample of Pampers Cruisers
The Junior Drake Warehouse sample sale is coming up April 9-11. The sale has a special emphasis on handbags.
This week’s $10 Starbucks gift card goes to Marie for sharing great deals this week. Congrats, Marie!
The last time I blogged about the amazing discounts at DLM Off Price warehouse in Commerce, CA there was a huge response. Now they are opening their doors to the public the last Saturday of every month – that’s March 27, 2010 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Live in Los Angeles? There are some great deals for free family activities, books, dresses, groceries, and more on my do-it-yourself Los Angeles deals site, BargainBabeLA.com.
There is a free childrens/family art festival in the San Fernando Valley this Sunday with live performances from local school children. Thanks for sharing this deal, Meital!
A reader who calls himself The Unethical Man spotted a deal to get $100 when you open a new account at Bank of the West.
The Unethical Man also spotted a great deal on toilet paper. Just $.125 a roll at Superior Grocers!
A&M books in Canoga Park is bringing back their amazing half-off book sale because the last one was partially rained out. Thanks for sharing, honeygram!
Nothing at the Lucy Love dress sale today through monday in Corona del Mar is more than $15. Nice!
If you are near downtown, check out A Grocery Warehouse on Sunset for amazing grocery prices.
Here are the best Los Angeles deals this week from BargainBabeLA.com.
Disneyland tickets are discounted for SoCal residents who take advantage of the 2fer ticket on sale for a limited time.
If you can’t wait for the baseball season to open, get $11 Dodgers tickets to their spring training.
In Encino, reader Franki recommends the newly opened One Dollar Bookstore.
The Long Beach Aquarium is free for teachers in the month of March. Wahoo!
Sign up to sell your kids gently used clothes, toys, and gear and make some serious cash.
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The weekly roundup of Los Angeles deals from BargainBabeLA.com includes:
Got kids? This weekend (Fri-Sun) is the California Kids Consignment sale in Santa Clarita.
Get tickets to a new play called The Rose Bowl Queens that are marked down by 55 percent. For a limited time only.
Steinmart is 20 percent off this weekend only when you donate clothes to the Salvation Army.
The Ponte Family Winery in Temecula is offering big discounts on small weddings. (Shared by oceangreen33)
Through March 14 you can use a coupon to get into the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley for half-price. (Shared by marie)
This week’s winner of the $10 Starbucks card is EvieK, who won by sharing great Los Angeles deals on BargainBabeLA.com. Congrats!
Kids eat free every Wednesday at El Torrito. Luuuv their chips and salsa. (Bargain Babe shared this deal.)
Still hungry? All you can eat BBQ is just $12 Monday and Tuesday at Willy’s Smokehouse. I am so there! (Shared by EvieK)
Dodgers tickets are half off for many of their early season games. Great prices for the Anaheim Angels, too!
Put this one on your calender for next weekend. The United Methodist Church in Northridge is holding a massive yard sale going on March 6.
The DLM clothing warehouse is opening its doors again to the public for a massive sale with prices at 80-90 percent below retail. Last time I blogged about DLM there was a huge response.
Readers shared a ton of Los Angeles deals on BargainBabeLA.com this week – thank you! Each week (generally on Thursday) I highlight the best deals on BargainBabeLA.com and award a $5 Amazon gift card to a notable deal-sharer. This week I upped the ante to a $10 Starbucks card. Next week will be the same prize, so share a deal now!
Congrats to shop4sanity, this weeks’ winner!
Reader dibuccio wrote a down-and-dirty review of the book sale at the Crown Books Liquidation Center in West Hills. “Not a place you want to “hang out” but great prices which is what you are going there for,” the post says. Books start at $1.
Corn dogs are just $1 every Tuesday at Hot Dog on a Stick for the rest of 2010. That’s practically free food!
Going somewhere? Reader shop4sanity spotted this hot deal. Weekend Metrolink rates for families (up to four people) are just $29. That’s 50% off the regular rate!
Reader socialbuy let everyone know that through Saturday you can buy a $25 gift certificate to Rosti’s Tuscon Kitchen in Santa Monica for just $10. Socialbuy is a Groupon rival.
Get a free lesson at the Knit Sewing Club in Culver City, though you pay for the materials (about $10). Thanks for sharing, townluxe.
Get a ferry ride to Catalina and a tour for $89. Not too shabby! Thanks for sharing, shop4sanity.
Reader waochi wants you to get free food! Free pretzel day at Auntie Annie’s is Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010.
This week’s winner of the $5 Amazon.com gift certificate goes to The Unethical Man. Congrats! Each week I award one $5 Amazon gift card to the person who contributes the best deals to BargainBabeLA.com. Sharing a deal takes about 4 minutes, and is as easy as sending an email. There were some really amazing deals with week, including:
Galaxy playoff tickets are 60 percent off, shared by bargainbabe.com. Ohhh, I wonder if Beckham will take his shirt off?
Get 50 percent off ALL food at The Rack in Woodland Hills, shared by Bogopod
Get a free ride on the Gold Line Nov. 15, shared by AdventureGirl
Get a free toothbrush at Rite Aid – but act quick because the deal ends today, shared by The Unethical Man
A year long subscription to Los Angeles magazine is just $5, shared by bargainbabe
Turkeys are $.40 a pound at Walmart, shared by The Unethical Man. No minimum spending like you commonly see at the chain grocers.
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