This isn’t the hottest deal around, but with tons of shoes on clearance, you no longer have to bump up your total to get that foot candy to your door for free.

For a limited time, AldoShoes.com is offering FREE shipping on all orders! No coupon code is necessary – the cost for shipping will automatically be deducted at checkout for all orders. If you do decide to shop online, don’t forget to sign up for their mailing list before you place your order – you’ll instantly receive a coupon code for 10% off your purchase.

And, why not grab one of the “Aldo Fights AIDS” bags at checkout? On clearance for just $3 (regularly $10), 100% of the net proceeds from the sale of the totes will go to help fund YouthAIDS programs in South Africa and worldwide. The bags are HUGE (about the size of a large carrier bag) and are definitely more stylish than most reusable options.

I’m a terrible at blog networking. I don’t belong to any blogger sites, rarely leave comments on even my favourite daily stops (though I am religious about reading every post on my dashboard), and definitely don’t participate in all the “for extra entries follow me, subscribe, sign over your first born, etc etc” efforts for increasing blog traffic. As my Mommy Brain friend Jen so eloquently put it, “I’m going to blogger hell.”

So I was just floored to learn that I had received a blog award from The Daily Mom Diaries! Tracyo, the awesomely talented East Coaster behind the website, recommended Listen to Lena! as one of her go-to sites! I’m honoured!

Now there are rules about giving the award out to others, but if you paid attention to my first paragraph, you can safely assume that I won’t be following protocol. Instead, here’s a list of my daily reads – these wonderful moms, fashionistas, beauty experts and/or product junkies brighten my day!

Always a Bridesmaid, Never a Bridezilla
Bubbie Bonnie’s Blog
Dispatches of a rookie mom of one
Faces By Farah
~Lotus~
Makeup Junkie
MOmMy bRaIn
Rock that Look
Rubex Cube
Runner Mama
The Daisy Chronicles
The Perils of a Working Mom
Toronto Beauty Bloggers

Have a wonderful weekend!

Lots of Friends & Family Events happening this weekend, in addition to some coolio coupons and promotions! I’ll start the post here, and keep bumping it to the top as I come across more deals. If you’ve got a hot deal to share, please send me an e-mail! You’ll want to stop by a mall this weekend!

The Bay: Valid March 26th – March 28th, present this coupon and receive an extra 20% off regular, sale and clearance-priced merchandise when you use your Hbc MasterCard or Hbc Credit Card, or 15% off with other forms of payment.

Tommy Hilfiger Outlet (thanks Mary!): Valid March 24th – April 6th, save up to 50% off on Spring merchandise, plus save an addition 20% off purchases of $150 or more with this coupon, or 15% off all purchases (including sale items).

Esprit: Valid March 25th – March 28th, take an extra 30% off all regular and sale priced merchandise with this coupon. Both retail and outlet stores are participating.

Old Navy: Miss the F&F? Fear not! From March 19th – April 4th, save 30% off any single item from Old Navy with this coupon. Or, you can print multiple coupons and save in multiple transactions. The choice is up to you :)

Danier Outlet: Currently, all Fall & Winter leather is 30-70% off, plus from March 25th – 28th, take an extra 20% off all clearance merchandise.

Foot Locker: Valid March 26th – March 28th, save 30% off your total purchase with this coupon (some exceptions apply).

Attention Ladies: The weather is getting warmer. You’ll soon start wearing less clothes. And that means people may catch a glimpse of that wobbly, fraying-strapped bra that you’ve been hiding under sweaters all winter. Time to upgrade!

There’s a Bra-mazing event happening at LaSenza.com right now – take $10 off a huge selection of bras! I counted 44 different styles that were on promotion, so you’ll probably find your favourite in the bunch. If you know your size, you’re good to go – and even if you’re unsure, returns and exchanges are a breeze at any La Senza location in Canada (except for intimates, of course).

Shipping is FREE on orders over $89, otherwise, it’s a $9 flat rate (which effectively eats into your $10 off, so don’t even think about it).

Click here to begin shopping at La Senza.

Thanks to everyone who participated in my quick poll about buying refurbished items. From time to time, I come across deals for refurb product, and wanted to know if ya’ll were interested in seeing what manufacturers had to offer.

The results are in!

Out of the 85 voters, 55 (64%) were open to buying refurbished items, depending on the reputation of the manufacturer (I DON’T recommend buying refurbished products, from oh, let’s say Dollarama). That’s a whopping percentage of people who are willing to give re-manufactured products a try in exchange for huge savings. Ya’ll sound like smart consumers to me!

19 voters (22%) prefer to only purchase products your hands have touched – and who can blame you? There’s a reason why fragrance companies try to duplicate the “new car smell!”

Finally, 11 voters (12%) are all about the deals, and will often buy refurbished products at a discounted price. As almost all refurbished products carry decent warranties and are guaranteed to work like new, you guys are awesome! Enjoy your products – and the extra cash in your pocket :)

I found an amazing article entitled “Buying Refurbished Products – What You Need To Know” from About.com. Give it a read! It breaks down what constitutes a refurbished item, and provides tips when buying them. Nice!

It’s a great time to treat your tender tootsies to the new spring fashions. Right now at SportingLife.ca, ALL footwear is Buy One & Get the Second Pair for Half Price! Of course, the second pair must be of equal of lesser value, and there are a few exceptions to the promo (see website for more details).

Take note! You can use this promo on sale items – and purchases over $100 (pre-tax) ship for FREE. See those awesomely cute Cougar Rain Boots on the left? On sale for just $40 (regularly $80) and included in the promo :)

Click here to begin shopping at Sporting Life.

Well, not treats in the literal sense (mmm…. chocolate Mini Eggs), but still a sweet deal.

Amazon.ca says: Forget candy and colored eggs – stuff their Easter baskets with TV for tots, movies the whole family can enjoy, and DVDs that explore familiar Biblical stories.

And up to 60% off to boot!

If you’re looking to stock up on family faves, or want to revisit your own childhood with such classics as The Smurfs, Scooby-Doo or The Flintstones, definitely check out the Easter Treats sale at Amazon.ca. The prices are fab, and don’t forget, you’ll get FREE shipping on orders over $39!

Though I’m a Pampers kinda gal myself, a lot of readers have expressed their delight and satisfaction with Kirkland Signature Diapers from Costco. Comfortable, leak-resistant, and most of all, affordable, these diapers are a fave with the Big Box crowd.

So I’m pretty pleased to let ya’ll know that from April 1st thru 7th, you can take $5 off all sizes of Kirkland Signature diapers with this coupon. The fine print states that only one coupon is allowed per household, and since Costco can basically track everything except your blood type with their membership, I have a feeling there’ll be no way to score more even if you wanted to. Still, a great deal for Kirkland enthusiasts, and for the rest of us, perhaps motivation to try them out for the first time.

I love when I see a new trend in the making – the Coach Factory store is once again offering a super hot BONUS dealio!

With this coupon, you can save an additional 30% on purchases over $250! Grab your Coachy Comrade and combine your purchases to reap the savings. Of course, the standard extra 20% still applies to purchases under $250. The coupon is valid until Sunday, March 28th, so be sure to do some damage!

I happen to know a lot of lovely teachers, so I thought I’d pass along this super spring promo!

If you live in the GTA, and have found your calling in educating our children (bravo! nothing but love for ya’ll), visit the Toronto Zoo on Sunday, April 18th – you’ll enjoy FREE admission for yourself and a guest!

CALLING ALL TEACHERS! Show your current Ontario College of Teachers card or a Teachers Federation Card, along with a photo I.D. at the admission gates located at the main entrance to receive free admission for yourself and one guest. Visit our educational booths throughout our award-winning 10-acre Tundra Trek to learn about our programs and upcoming events at the Zoo, and to participate in one of our free guided tours.

Click here for more information.