Tax Day
It never fails. Every year I dread this day. The day when I fully realize how much money the government is taking from me to fund programs that I don’t need or want. Back when I used to get refunds, I enjoyed tax day, but those times are long gone. Writing a check to the IRS each year is not fun.
There is a bright spot, however. Many restaurants and retailers are trying to take the bite out of tax day by offering freebies to taypayers. It’s not like winning the lottery, but it helps ease the angst — besides, who doesn’t like getting something for free?
So, what can you get? Check out this sampling of goodies offered at participating locations:
- CINNABON is offering two free bite-sized cupcakes from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. as part of “Tax Day Bites!”
- MAGGIEMOO’S will hand out a free slice of ice cream pizza from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- STARBUCKS will give you free brewed coffee all day if you bring in your own mug.
- BOSTON MARKET’s coupon will get you a buy one, get one free deal: http://bit.ly/d1YlRO
- IHOP is marketing to parents by offering free dinner for a child 12 or younger with each adult meal purchased from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- MCCORMICK & SCHMICK’S has dinner and drink specials for $10.40 — a clever nod to the 1040 tax form. Bar guests who come in April 15 also receive a $10.40 gift certificate for a later visit.
- P.F. CHANG’S is giving 15 percent off food purchases for dine-in or take-out, excluding alcohol and happy hour food and beverages.
- HYDROMASSAGE will help ease your stress with a free massage –call ahead to book an appointment: http://www.hydromassage.com/taxday.
