Today’s $5 promo code is NOVEMBER. You can use this multiple times.

$10 For $20 Worth Of Smoothies & Self-Serve Yogurt at Red Mango in Wheaton.

Craving a delicious pizza? A juicy burger? Or is that sweet tooth nagging you again? Not many restaurants can satisfy all of your cravings. Skuddlebutts in Downers Grove, however, can. With a name you won’t forget, it boasts a menu you won’t forget either! Use this deal and get $20 worth of pizza and more for just $10 – but wait!  Use promo code SPIRIT and you save $5 more!

The Junction Diner is a family owned and operated diner offering train-themed fun and fresh, healthy fare in Forest Park, IL. The centerpiece of their train decor is their large, interactive model train table perfect for kids to play with before or after their meal. They also offer a party room for hosting birthdays and private parties. For the adults, they also serve craft and seasonal beers and a selection of wines. Get your $15 voucher (worth $30) for even less with promo code FRIGHT.

$10 For $20 Worth Of Cupcakes at Cupcakeologist in Bolingbrook.  You have until April, 2016 to use certificates.

• Stuffed & unstuffed cupcakes
• Perfect for birthdays, weddings, holidays or any occasion
• Vegan and gluten-free varieties available

How about this SIEGEL’S COTTONWOOD FARM offer: $15 For 2 Pumpkin Fest Admissions (Reg. $30). Use promo code SPOOKY and you’ll pay only $10!

You can also pay $10 (after promo code) For 1 Admission To Pumpkin Fest & Sniper Zombie Paintball Ride (Reg. $30).

Seriously, of the first seven deals I chose to post, five were already sold out – like I said before, these are very limited in quantity and very local.  Don’t wait to buy, although you have from six months to a year (depending on voucher) to use it.

$15 For $30 Worth Of Pub Fare at Bono’s Beef in Lisle (on Ogden)

$15 For $30 Worth Of Italian Cuisine at Evviva! Pizzeria & Cafe in Wheaton.

$15 For $30 Worth Of Casual Dining at Evviva! Pizzeria in Lisle.  Been here a few times and never been disappointed.   This one is more sports-themed, but still family-friendly.$10 For $20 Worth Of Casual Dining at Sweet Potato Café in Warrenville. This is a new one to me, but sounds like a nice change for my occasional brunches/lunches out with DH.

First of all, this site is not like livingsocial or Groupon, with hundreds (or even thousands) of vouchers available – I doubt I’ve seen any deal with over 100 and naturally, they all go quickly.  Use promo code Scary for an extra $5 off – no minimum – I checked!

Evviva Pizzeria & Cafe

$15 For $30 Worth Of Casual Dining at Evviva! Pizzeria in Lisle.  We’ve eaten here over the years and never been disappointed.

$15 For $30 Worth Of Pub Fare at Crosstown Pub & Grill in Naperville.  DH and PITA go here occasionally for games and grub.

A very localized half-price deal site with offers to places I actually go to or eat at! Check out a few from the main page. This site is run by Clippers, the magazine that comes in the mail and I usually recycle without reading – an awesome idea to have this online!  The “poodle” is from 1-800-Flowers.