First day of summer deals, freebies 2013: discounts, free food, etc. [Full List]

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Summer Solstice is here and retailers are celebrating the first day of summer by offering freebies and deals. See below for free stuff you can get to celebrate summer available June 21, 2013.

• Quick Chek – Get a free $2.99 sub when you have a hand stamp • Ritas Italian Ice- Regular Ice only $2.00 • Panda Express – Free Orange Chicken from 9pm – close • Bath & Body Works: Bath and Body Works is running its semi-annual sale through July 7 with $3 Signature Collection fragrances and up to 75% off select items. • Del Taco: Del Taco is offering a slew of freebies to individuals who "like" its page on Facebook. You can grab coupons for a free Chipotle Beef Taco or Egg & Cheese Burrito with the purchase of any beverage. Also, they are offering two Grilled Chicken Tacos to anyone who joins its Raving Fan eClub. • MaggieMoo's: MaggieMoo's Ice Cream Sugar House is offering an undisclosed summer special to individuals who join the company's MaggiE-mail and "like" the company's Facebook page. Visit MaggieMoo's official website for more information. • Payless ShoeSource: If you're looking for shoe deals, Payless ShoeSource is running a 50-percent off sale on sandals through June 23. No coupon necessary. • QuickChek: QuickChek service stations found in New Jersey are giving away free subs on Friday, June 21 between 11 and 7 p.m. You must stop in between 4 and 9 a.m. that morning and have your hand stamped to receive a free 6-inch sub from the $2.99 value menu. • Sonic: Sonic is celebrating summer by offering half-off Sonic Shakes after 8 p.m. every day through the end of the season. • Subway: Subway is offering $4 lunches, including a 6-inch sub and 21 oz. drink through June 27.

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