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If there is ever an earthquake or an impending Y2K-like event, are you prepared? Since I only have milk, some wilted lettuce and a can of stewed tomatoes at home, I know I'm not.
I hate to sound paranoid, but maybe buying a case of these isn't such a bad idea:
Military Ready To Eat Meals
I've got the MR ES for sell only have about 20 cases left. The MR ES are good for Camping, Disasters, and just eat them when you're on the run. I've got two types of meals theirs a A and B boxes that have...
A great photo can really help an item sell faster and for more money. The picture with this ad is rather unique and it really caught my eye:
65 INCH HD TV PROJECTION SLIM. HDMI INPUTS,LOTS OF RCA PLUGS. I PAID $2200 FOR THIS TV ABOUT 2 YEARS AGO,IT IS IN PERFECT CONDTION. MUST SELL FOR $475.THIS TV WILL NOT LAST BECAUSE IT IS VERY CLEAN. CALL STEVE AT (661)873-5619
Do you think this is a marketing tactic? :)
From Friday, August 28 through Sunday, September 20, Babies"R"Us and Toys"R"Us stores nationwide are holding the "Great Trade-In" event, providing parents the opportunity to trade-in any used cribs, car seats, bassinets, strollers, travel systems, play yards or high chairs in exchange for a 20% savings on the purchase of any new baby item, in any of these product categories, from select manufacturers.
Manufacturers participating in the "Great Trade-In"...
I was not in my school band and I never really learned how to play an instrument. My mom played flute at her school and starting playing again last year after a long hiatus. She was motivated to learn again for my sister's wedding so she could play "Here comes the Bride" while my sister walked down the aisle. It was pretty squeaky, but very sweet.
I guess this family has given up on the flute:
Armstrong Flute..$100.00
In really good condition it was my child who took band...
Did you know that there are over 140 unfurnished homes advertised for rent in the classifieds? They range in price from $500 to $2400 per month! Here's one that caught my eye:
$1350, Remodeled SW 3/2 w/ lg yard & RV parking. Visit Bakorental.com. 661-331-7293
On Bakorental.com, it claims the house has:
3 bedrooms with mirrored closet doors, white faux-wood blinds and new ceiling fans.
2 bathrooms with updated tile, lighting and cabinets.
Master bath has large...
I spotted this classified ad for a very girly bedroom set and as nice as my childhood bedroom was, it was nothing like this:
This ultra-feminine bedroom set is an iconic childhood fantasy of any true girly-girl. Included in this set is twin-sized canopy bed frame, a coordinating four-drawer desk and pink floral bedding. The Queen Anne style furniture is painted a crisp white accented with colorful floral embellishments. Bring it home for just $275.
For an extra $250, you...
Here's a unique opportunity to take to the skies. This single engine blue and white beauty for sale in the classifieds is a Beechcraft Musketeer that will make your cares soar away!
These prized planes are known for their large, roomy cabins, airframe strength and stability, as well as their high crusing speeds. This Musketeer offers a 165 horsepower engine with a 60 gallon tank. Make it your for $24,00 or best offer. To learn more, call 201-5549.
Click here to view the original ad....
I enjoy reading Help Wanted ads since it enjoy fantasizing about all of the different career paths I could have taken in life. To be happy and fulfilled people, we're always supposed to turn our hobbies into our work, right? Here are some postings that could make that real for the right people:
Show Horse Assistant Cell phone & transportation req. No exp. nec. Call for interview, (214) 815-7239
KEYBOARD PLAYER for a church, Sun. mornings. Call 323-4322
PET STYLIST Expd Pay DOE....
My husband and I are DIY types and we frequent local home improvement stores. The food stands outside are typically buzzing. With people that is!
Maybe the economic downturn and decrease in home improvement has affected this local business for sale:
Hot Dog Stand For Sale Located at Mt. Vernon Home Depot. $40k OBO 760-223-3156
It might be a great time for you to snag this rare opportunity and prime real estate.
If I owned it, I think I would name hot dogs after home...
I hate to rub it in, but I must. If you aren't following twitter.com/bakodeals or visiting the companion site, Bakodeals.com, you are really missing out on fantastic local deals. Check out these from today:
Free Photo Clings from Walgreens
25% off The Limited
30% off Gymboree
Free Iced Tea from Arbys
99 cent margaritas with dinner purchase at Rubens
Click here to follow it on twitter or here to visit Bakodeals.com. What are you waiting for?
If you like to keep with the fashion trends, here are some great classified deals you should pounce on:
Sunglasses , Auth Gucci Wmns Big Lenses New 661-333-1363 $60
Clothing Women vintage from 70's & 80's. 50 pieces. $2 each. 364-0542
Loafers, Auth Blk Gucci Wmns Sz8 Great! 661-333-1363 $30
A BEAUTIFUL COACH WALLET A white (cream) color with gold logo, and the inside is a gorgeous turquoise color it has credit card holders and I.D. pouch and on the back it...
Talk about puppy love! Check out these cute poodle puppies kissing each other!
Smoochy! Smoochy! I like how the little black one is just watching.
They are part of this litter that's for sale:
Poodle puppies ,7 weeks old,3 males, 1female, 2 black, 1 white, 1 brown, 1st shots, $200, Call Eva after 5:00 pm. 661-706-4084
Bring them both home and keep the romance alive!
I am a firm believer of always trying to learn new things on the job and gain new skills. In the long run, it's never a wasted effort. Here's an opportunity advertised in the classifieds to gain another skill and possibly earn a little cash on the side:
BE A NOTARY PUBLIC! 1 day class Bksfd, Aug 27 8:30am Loan Signing Class 6:00pm- 866-433-6182
According to wikipedia, "A notary's main functions are to administer oaths and affirmations, take affidavits and statutory declarations,...
I expect a bit of "service" from the sellers if I am buying something in the classifieds and I wonder if I expect too much. I was curious to know what you expect. So tell me your thoughts on:
How long should it take for a seller to return a call you left about their item for sale?
Would you like a call if the item has been sold?
How quickly after you talk to the seller should they meet you to show you the item?
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I think the ad says it all. Check it out:
Don’t miss this adorable, spacious, recently updated 3 bedroom, 1 bath, home nestled in the Alta Vista area. This home features beautifully refinished dark hardwood floors, newer carpet, fresh contemporary paint, new crown moulding, a fireplace, ceiling fans throughout, and a bright sun room. Enjoy an inviting backyard surrounded by mature trees and landscaping. This home will go fast, don't wait.
* 3 spacious bedrooms/...
Even while relaxing at home, my Grandmother wore a designer silk dress with pearls and heels, full makeup and her hair in a tight french twist. She was a very elegant Southern bell very concerned about keeping up appearances. So proper, she even had to be called "Grandmother," not Grandma, Nana or any "nickname."
Etiquette, obviously was extremely important to her. Yet, she did have one "tacky" habit that we all had to keep secret.
She absolutely loved to...
Do you like working with the public? Love people? Here's an opportunity advertised in the classifieds for you to get hired on at Bright House as a customer service rep:
Bright House Networks is seeking Customer Service Representatives to provide customers, by telephone and in person, with clear and accurate information regarding company services and billing, and to provide assistance to customers who are experiencing cable TV or High Speed Data problems. The hours will be Monday through...
Our community is bursting with creativity and talented artisians. While many sell their goods at special events, many are turning to the internet to sell everyday. Here's a few highlights of locally made items you can buy online now on etsy.com:
Pammy Dawn: Handmade Hairclips, Shoes & Pins
Posh Peacock Wool Felt Hair Clip or Pin Brooch
$9.00
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The Juicy Peach: Altered Art Domino Necklaces, Earrings and...
With all of the talk recently about "stay-cations," this would be the fantasy accessory for I'd want while trying to do a stay at home tropical getaway.
This amazing 16-foot palm thatched roof BBQ island offers a keg-o-rator, fridge, rotisserie, side-burner, stereo and plenty of tropical style. The seller is also including a matching outdoor fireplace for colder nights and romantic moods. Originally purchased for $16,000, it is now being sold for the asking...
I spotted this guy in the paper and his ears just cracked me up! There like these antennae sticking up straight in the air monitoring all household activity. I feel like it you pushed them down, they'd go "Boing!!!" back in place.
I've been racking my brain for a cute and clever name for him, but I'm just drawing a blank. Do you have any good name ideas for Mr. Big Ears?
Only one picture can make it in the print classifieds per ad, so I went to the listing online to see if they...
Here's a local looking to trade a tricked out laptop for a reliable car:
My Dell Laptop XPS1530 is less than a year old and hardly used. You can watch TV on this and it has a security fingerprint reader. It costs $1500- and has an additional $1500- in software on it, which is Macromedia Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash, Cold Fusion, Free Hand, Adobe Photoshop 7, speach recognition software, a 2.1 mp web cam, and more. I'll trade for a Camry, Saturn or the like, Automatic, 4 door, low...
Save a couple hundred off the Kelly Blue Book suggested retail price on this Honda CRF 250X dirt bike. Check out this listing:
CRF 250X 2006 Purchased new in Sept 2007. Never been raced and has less that 10 hrs. Asking price $3900 OBO willing to include all gear for $4200 Ask for Ryan 661-431-4087 MUST SELL!!
Sounds like a lot of fun! Have you ever dirt biked?
This cute little puppy for sale in the classifieds reminds me of someone, but I can't just place whom! It's those dark, thick, bushy eyebrows!
Poodle Shih Tzu mix Cute and cuddly spotted pups, Great lap dogs. Male $200 Female $200 565-1748
Sam Waterson?
Susan Boyle?
Peter Gallagher?
Who do you think?
The low price on this slick & sexy Charger for sale in the classifieds really caught my eye:
Dodge Charger , 2008, V6, 2.7, Silver, 14k, Very clean & sharp, salvage title $9,000 346-8602
I had to re-read the ad to see that it has a salvaged title. Because of the title, they've knocked about $8,000 off of the Kelly Blue Book suggested price.
I also spotted these other deals also with salvaged titles:
Nissan Altima 2004, 4 cyl., 42k miles, A/C new brakes, Clean, runs great,...
Arby's is giving away food & drinks every Wednesday until the end of August. Here's today's giveaway tweeted by Bakodeals:
TODAY ONLY! FREE Arby's Roast Chicken Club with any drink purchase. No coupon required. (Buck Owens & Rosedale \ Rosedale & Coffee)
And, to plan ahead for the rest of the month, here are upcoming giveaways:
August 19th- Free FruiTea with sandwich purchase
August 26th- Free Roast Beef 'n Cheddar with soft drink purchase
To learn about more local...
All you need is a dog that coordinates. Check out this upscale wooden framed dog bed, compete with bone motif headboard. It's memory foam mattress is covered in a traditional style, elegant and neutral print fabric. It's a Pottery Barn chic style, but for your furry best friend.
Here's the posting:
DOG BED WITH MEMORY FOAM AND WOOD FRAME. NEVER USED.
$30.00. 661-703-6656. WILL FIT SMALL OR MEDIUM SIZE DOG.
I couldn't find the same bed online, but similar bed...
I was an Art History major in college and the course I dreaded the most actually was the best one I ever had. It was "The Art and Symbolism of Africa" course and even though I found the abstract style of African art beautiful, I thought that I would be bored sitting through a semester of it. Really, how exciting could "primative" wood carving and textiles be at 8 am?
Boy was I wrong! Just as like the continent, African art is diverse in style and rich in history. Once I...
If you have some time to spare and need to cut your living expenses, this might be a good deal for you. Oh, it would probably help if you liked motorsports too!
Check out this job posting:
Security FREE RENT Earn rent free 3/2 modern mfg. home at Buttonwillow Raceway in exchange for PT Security duty. Must clear background & drug test. Interesting & entertaining oppty in the motorsports industry. Possible additional duties on a PT basis. Send resume or apply in person to...
OMG! Ice cream trucks are like soooo 10 years ago! Check out this hip catering truck for sale:
Coffee, Espresso, & Smoothie Catering Truck. Like a Starbucks on wheels. Will train. $19,500, financing avail. 661-805-4625
Sounds like a fun business opportunity. If you owned it, what would you name your business?
Today is a Block Sale for The Californian in Education program. This means you can get great deals on local gift certificates, plus help raise funds for a great cause. Here are some highlights of the deals you can score:
Block #11 CALM
Get a Family Membership for $30 ($50 value)
Block #15 PF Changs
Get 2- $25 Gift Certificates for $40
Block #17 John's Burgers
Get $50 worth of Gift Certificates for $35
Block #23 Target
Get a $50 Gift Card for $40
Block #30 Green Frog Deli
Get $50...
If you are planning to get out of the house this weekend and enjoy our fantastic weather, here are a few local dining deals for your consideration:
FREE Pancake Puppies coupon from Denny’s for this weekend only: http://bit.ly/4eAUca
Buy one, get one free smoothie coupon for Jamba Juice expiring Sunday: http://bit.ly/MRwd6
30% off wine on Sundays at Valentiens Restaurant and Wine Bar
20% off Cafe Med Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. Mention the...
The weather is going to be fantastic this weekend and so will be the yard sales. There are over 200 sales advertised in the classifieds. Here are a few I'm not going to miss:
They had me at baked goods:
Block Sale/Multi Family, SAT 8-8-09 8AM-1PM
10604 Ritz Dr, Multi-Family Sale, Baked Goods too!!! Furniture, TV's, fans, clothes/shoes in all sizes, lots, Misc...
Sounds like a lot of great vintage items will be up for sale:
MOVING RETIREMENT SALE
10909 Adobe Creek Ct....
It's monkey business in the classifieds now. Seriously!
Check out this monkey for sale:
we have a female, and well trained capuchin monkey for adoption. she is very calm and loves playing with almost every body in the house. she is also well registered with all her health papers and will be coming along side her toys if interested contact ......... ( See below for why I'm editing out the contact info!)
Since I don't know anything about monkeys other than what I learned going to the...
Is there something you want to sell for $100 or less? Did you know you can sell it in our classifieds online and in print for FREE as part of our Bargain Bonanza program?
Oh yes, it's FREE! Here are the details:
We'll accept your Classified advertising for items priced at $100 or less free of charge. Your 3-line, free ad, may contain 1 item or 1 set of items priced at $100 or less. It will run two consecutive days in print and online. This offer is available for private party use only. No...
If you're in need of more storage space, this might just be the ticket. I don't know about the size or condition of these sheds- I just know they're free! Check it out:
Storage Sheds (3) Free You Pick Up And Haul 589-0692
What would you do with that extra space?
Since I work for The Bakersfield Californian, I'm obviously really biased. I think our classifieds are awesome and the best way to buy and sell locally. That's why I was asked to become a Bargain Betty contributor.
I do have a dirty little secret. I love eBay too.
I do strongly believe there is a time and a place for each. What about you?
What would you only buy or sell in the classifieds or on eBay?
What do you think the value is of buying locally versus buying from someone...
My first reaction was to laugh at this ad:
$2 bills Old 1976 bicentennial dated. (30) at $3 each 393-2544
Why would anyone pay an extra dollar for each of these?
Well, they could possibly be worth a little more.
According to some quick online research I did, a star note, uncirculated, Kansas City series, 1976 bicentennial $2 bill can be worth up to $275. Some other uncirculated versions of the 1976 bicentennial bill range in value between $3-$25 each. Otherwise, they are probably just...
It’s hard to miss the bold text in the classifieds “Reward $1000.” So, I read this ad:
Lost: Cement Mixer REWARD $1,000 Leading to the arrest and conviction of the persons responsible for the break in and theft of our portable cement mixer on the night of July 29, 2009. E.A. Shields, Inc. 661-325-5969
Too bad it got stolen. Yet, there isn't that much exciting about a stolen cement mixer until I spotted this ad:
CEMENT MIXER $1050.00 1/4 YARD...
Bakersfield's premier luxury home real estate agent, Mary Christenson, currently also has Bakersfield's most luxurious rental listing. Check out this listing:
Seven Oaks 1 Blk From Club House! 5 Bdrm, 4 Bath + Pool, 3,300 SF, 3 Car Garage. $3,000 + $3,000 Dep. Mary Christenson Watson|Touchstone 661-301-6279
It got me thinking, what would I expect in a house I was paying $3000 a month to rent?
What about you? What would you expect in a rental at this price?
If you have time during weekday afternoons, here's a great opportunity for you to give back to the community, get a little exercise and earn a little cash:
Afterschool Sports Coaches and Site Coordinator -Flag football/ volleyball season Sept-Nov. Elementary & jr. high schools w/the District. Apply at NOR , 405 Galaxy Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93308. Visit wwwnorfun.org EOE
Did you play sports as a kid? Did you have any memorable coaches?
"Baby foot" is what this game is called in the French speaking parts of Canada. Sounds so cute!
I always called this game "fussball" since I thought it was named for the German word for soccer, but I found out that's wrong. However you say it, here's a great deal on this game:
Foosball Table Harvard, Heavy Duty $100. 589-5602 / 204-0931
Depending on the exact model, Harvard foosball tables retail for $400-$600.
So, what do you call this game?
It's swimming season and I don't have a sexy pool boy... (AND, I don't have a pool either.)
But all of you pool owners out there, I do want your advice on how to find a good pool cleaner.
So tell me, how do you keep you pool mantained? Do you clean your own pool or hire someone?
How much is the going rate to have your pool cleaned?
Have you ever hired anyone from the Service Directory?
I appreciate your tips! The best responses may be reprinted in an upcoming print feature in The...
Location:
3405 Stony Brook Rd. ,
Bakersfield, CA 93306
If you are interested in starting a new career, Hall Ambulance is offering PAID training to become an EMT:
HALL AMBULANCE PAID EMT TRAINING
This is your opportunity to become a well-trained Emergency Medical Technician and become a proud member of the Hall Ambulance Service network of lifesavers to provide on-the-scene, immediate medical care in emergency situations......AND we'll pay you over $10.00 per hour during your training.
To be a member of this awesome group of lifesavers...
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