Cynthia Measom

Retirees looking for ways to make summer easier and more enjoyable without overspending should check out Trader Joe's. From refreshing beverages to easy meal prep to high-quality sunscreen, TJ's has it all without the high prices.  Read Next: 7 Costco Groceries Under $20 the Frugal Middle Class Should Buy  Find Out: 10 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000  Here are five must-have products for retirees looking to save money on groceries. Chicken Lettuce Wraps Price: $5.99 Lettuce wraps make an affordable, protein-packed, light meal during the summer, and Trader Joe's makes Chicken Lettuce Wraps convenient. They contain Greenberg lettuce and pre-cooked, ground chicken filling mixed with shredded carrots, water chestnuts, black sesame seeds, soy sauce and sesame oil. Seasoning includes garlic, ginger, and red chili pepper flakes.  Organic Coleslaw Mix Price: $2.49 Keeping a bag or two of Organic Coleslaw Mix on hand can make preparing meals easy. Add your favorite...

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Lowe's has become a favorite store for many as the first stop for home improvement. You can find nearly everything at Lowe's to complete a kitchen remodel just the way you've envisioned it, finish up that project you've been working on or get to work on a do-it-yourself fix. For those planning to tackle projects around the holidays, it's useful to check your local Lowe's holiday hours in advance. Lowe's Regular Store Hours Lowe's is usually open during the following times: Monday to Sunday: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sundays: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Keep in mind that the exact hours will vary based on your location. Lowe's 2026 Holiday Schedule Lowe's is closed on: Christmas Day Thanksgiving Day Easter Sunday Here is the complete list of holidays that might affect the operating hours of your local Lowe's: HolidayDateNew Year's DayThursday, Jan. 1Martin Luther King, Jr. DayMonday, Jan. 19Presidents DayMonday, Feb. 16Easter SundaySunday, April 5Memorial DayMonday, May 25Juneteenth National Independence...

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