As the first full week of May rolls in, so do deals and freebies across the Valley and nation, triggering a surge of appreciation for the folks at the educational frontlines. In a heartfelt nod to Teacher Appreciation Week, running from May 6 through May 10, and to Mother's Day specials, businesses from pizza joints to zoos are doling out sweet deals.
ABC15's Smart Shopper reports that ATL Wings is plating up an extra six wings for the lady who likely drove you to soccer practice, as long as you've already sprung for a dozen on Mother's Day. Meanwhile, nurses and teachers can kick back with $4 crowlers at Huss Brewing Co., cheers to their dedication and tireless work. If a bit of aquatic adventure is more mom's style, she'll pocket a neat $10 off at OdySea Aquarium come May 12.
Over in the education department, Food Network has scooped up the fact that Applebee’s is offering teachers and nurses 15% off their meals in select locations, perfect for those who tutor our youth or tend the infirm. Potbelly Sandwich Works sweetens the deal, lavishing teachers and nurses with a free cookie or regular-sized fountain drink with each entrée purchase.
If you’re a sucker for Mexican food, Mesquite Fresh Street Mex is handing nurses 25% off on their bill and educator's stomachs won’t growl at Macayo's Mexican Food either, where they’ll enjoy 20% off during the appreciation week. And yes, love can be shaped like a pizza – Mountain Mike's Pizza is cutting $3 off their heart-shaped pizzas through the Mountain Rewards® app.
But the freebies aren’t just for the adults shaping futures. The young ones can grab a slice of action, too, with Red Robin offering 50% off Kids’ Meals every Wednesday, because half-off chicken fingers is always a crowd-pleaser. And remember ducks waddling into Duck Donuts get not just free donuts but a complimentary medium hot coffee or cold brew, but only during early mornings from Monday to Friday.
As for those heady summer plans, the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is dangling an offer of 40% off stays from Memorial Day through Labor Day – but you've got to grab it between now and May 15. And if ever there was a time to sign up for things, it's now, with Thai Chili 2 Go tantalizing Tuesday crowds with special offers for TC2GO’s Rewards program members.
There are plenty more ways to save a dime and indulge at the same time, and the full list can be scoped out at both ABC15 and Food Network sites. Whether it’s enjoying a casual meal or planning a family staycation, there's a deal out there waiting to be nabbed. It's evident that appreciation can come in many flavors, and with deals like these, it seems to taste pretty good.
