Stop & Shop and Boston!

I recently had the opportunity to go to Boston for a Stop & Shop Holiday Luncheon.  I was able to meet with other great bloggers, and had a wonderful lunch at Upstairs on the Square.  They had 3 stations set up where we made some great dry soup mixes to give as gifts, and chocolate covered pretzels, and flower arrangements.  We also got these fantastic gift bags that included some wonderful store coupons, and recipe box, and a $100 gift card.  I'll be putting that to good use for Thanksgiving dinner!

This luncheon was all geared toward the different programs that Stop & Shop has, and with the holidays quickly coming up, many people are strapped for cash this season.  The idea of giving out homemade gifts, is not only a "From the Heart" gift, but a very practical one as well. 

The programs that Stop & Shop is currently holding are all fantastic in their own ways.  The first is the A+ Bonus Bucks program to help out local schools!  You can read more about this program HERE.  Speaking of schools, they also have a great program for schools and children.  It's called Store Explorer.  It's where kids can take a field trip and learn about the food pyramid, and the benefits of making healthy choices.  Each child gets a Store Explorer Adventure Guide, a goodie bag filled with healthy choice snacks, and a coupon for a FREE yogurt. 

Another great program out just in time for the holidays is The Holiday Card Rewards Program.  From now until December 10th, for every dollar you spend, you will earn 1 point.  What's the points for?  How about up to 20% off a future purchase.  Points can be redeemed through December 25th, 2009.  Here is the low down on what you can potentially earn.

250 points = 5% off a future order
450 points = 10% off a future order
600 points = 15% off a future order
800 points = 20% off a future order
*And there's no limit on the amount of reward coupons you can redeem!

and on top of earning points for this program, you'll also be earning to save on gas at the same time through their Gas Rewards program!