April showers bring May flowers…so the saying goes. Well around here, if the showers don’t stop, the flowers will never get a chance to bloom! When the sun finally comes out and it warms up, it will FINALLY feel like summer is getting ready to begin!
May is a great time to get outside for grilling, picnics, and outdoor parties. Wise retailers – well aware of your desire for some fun in the sun – provide plenty of special deals for spending time outdoors, including party supplies, picnic supplies, patio furniture, pool supplies, and grilling equipment. Take advantage of these special deals for May:
Grocery Savings (Even better savings for some of these if you have a farmers market nearby)
- Apricots
- Asparagus
- Artichokes
- Broccoli
- Cherries
- Lettuce
- Okra
- Pineapples
- Spring Peas
- Zucchini
- Bottled water
- Ground beef and hamburger buns
- Hotdogs and hotdog buns
- Chips
- Condiments
- Salad dressing
- Ice cream and Popsicles
- Frozen pies
- Soda
Non-Food, Cooking/Baking:
- Cookware
- Kitchenware
- Kitchen utensils
- Party supplies
- Picnic supplies
- Grilling supplies
Other Non-Food Items:
- Jewelry
- Televisions
- Homes
- Boots
- Winter wear
- Patio furniture
- Pool supplies
Other Non-Food Items:
- Cars
- Trucks
- Motorcycles
When you know what deals are likely to exist during this time period, you can be on the look out to see what you can find. May is a great time to start finding winter items on sale since the spring and summer clothes and other items are moving to the racks. Mothers Day also right around the corner, so look for special deals to celebrate Mom’s special day.
Want more personal finance information for May? Check out the May 2011 Personal Finance Calendar for more information
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