Couponing Class to be Offered Aug. 30 at Davie Education Center

By Kathy Kepley
Davidson County Community College


August 19, 2011

Couponing is making a financial difference for families faced with cutting living costs to make ends meet during an economic downturn. Davidson County Community College’s Davie Education Center is once again offering its popular couponing class to help people shop smartly and use coupons wisely in their quests to save grocery dollars.

The Couponing 101 class is set for Tuesday, Aug. 30, 7-8 p.m., at the Davie Education Center in Advance. There is a course cost of $5. The center is located at 120 Kinderton Boulevard, Suite 110.

Master couponer Carmen Palmer is the instructor. She will share tips on making the most of coupons found in Sunday newspapers and mailers as well as coupons that can be printed from Internet websites and online promotions.

“This class is back by popular demand as the couponing trend continues to grow,” said Tami Sappenfield, coordinator of the Davie Education Center. “As summer ends and the holiday season approaches, people are looking for ways to conserve funds. We hope they will register for this class and come away with knowledge on how to save lots of money through couponing.”

Registration is required. To register, call 336-998-3220.