Locally Owned, Nationally Known                                    November 2014

Ace Rewards Exclusive Member Benefits

* 1,000 free bonus points on your first purchase.

* 10 points for every $1 you spend.

* $5 Reward for every 2,500 points earned.

* Members-only coupons.

* Manage your account online.

* E-Rebates CLICK, Don't Clip! submit your promotional rebates online.

  

Ace Rewards Members get instant savings right in the store. No mail-in rebates for Ace Rewards Members. Sign up and start saving today!  Plus earn points on every purchase.

*Instant Rebates Exclusively for Ace Rewards Members.

Not a member? It's easy to sign up and there are no membership fees, ever! Instant rebates available as mail-in rebates for non Ace Rewards members. Tax will be changed on pre-rebate price.

•  All accounts will be converted to e-statements
•  No paper statements will be sent beginning January, 2015
•  Statements will be sent directly to your e-mail inbox the first weekday of each month
•  Choose as many e-mail addresses as you would like

WEBSITE

• You will be able to access your account on our website at your convenience 24 hours/7 days a week
•  Website allows access to account activity and history
•  View and print current or previous invoices and statements
•  Site is easy to use and very convenient for you after our office closes on weekdays or on the weekends
•  Browse through the products we offer in our stores
•  All information is kept confidential

PAYMENTS

You will make payments the same as always

• Mail check
• Bankcard over the phone
• We do not accept payments online but if you prefer to make online payments, you can go through your bank

Please assist us in completing this task by filling out the attached form below and returning in the envelope provided or email the form to: patty@acesetsthepace.com

Click here for E-Statement Conversion Form
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Of all flowering bulbs, amaryllis are the easiest to bring to bloom. This can be accomplished indoors or out, and over an extended period of time. The amaryllis originated in South America's tropical regions and has the botanical name Hippeastrum. The large flowers and ease with which they can be brought to bloom make amaryllis popular and in demand worldwide. The amaryllis comes in many beautiful varieties including various shades of red, white, pink, salmon and orange. There are also many striped and multicolored varieties, usually combining shades of pink or red with white.

Preparation for Planting

The base and roots of the bulb should be placed in lukewarm water for a few hours. Remember, if you cannot plant the bulbs immediately after receiving them, store them at a cool temperature between 40-50 degrees F.

Planting

Plant bulbs in a nutritious potting compost, many are available pre-mixed. Plant the bulb up to its neck in the potting compost, being careful not to damage the roots. Press the soil down firmly to set the bulb securely in place after planting.

Placement and Watering

Plant the bulb, or place the potted bulb in a warm place with direct light since heat is necessary for the development of the stems. The ideal temperature is 68 to 70 degrees F. Water sparingly until the stem appears, then, as the bud and leaves appear, gradually water more. At this point, the stem will grow rapidly and flowers will develop after it has reached full growth.

Flowering Period

Bulbs will flower in 7-10 weeks as a general rule. In winter the flowering time will be longer than in spring. Set up your planting schedule between October and April with this in mind. To achieve continuous bloom, plant at intervals of 2 weeks for stunning color in your home or garden.

After-Bloom Care

After-Flowering.
After the amaryllis has stopped flowering, it can be made to flower again. Cut the old flowers from the stem after flowering, and when the stem starts to sag, cut it back to the top of the bulb.

Leaf Growth and Development.
Continue to water and fertilize as normal all summer, or for at least 5-6 months, allowing the leaves to fully develop and grow. When the leaves begin to yellow, which normally occurs in the early fall, cut the leaves back to about 2 inches from the top of the bulb and remove the bulb from the soil.

Bulb Storage.
Clean the bulb and place it in a cool (40-50 deg. F), dark place such as the crisper of your refrigerator for a minimum of 6 weeks. Caution: Do not store amaryllis bulbs in a refrigerator that contains apples, this will sterilize the bulbs. Store the bulbs for a minimum of 6 weeks.

Plant Again.
After 6 weeks you may remove bulbs whenever you would like to plant them. Plant bulbs 8 weeks before you would like them to bloom.                        

Donations will be sorted, packed, and mailed in time
for our soldiers to receive them by Christmas. We request that our member businesses accept donations
from the community on behalf of the Macoupin County Military Support Group, whose members will gather
all donated items on Wednesday, November 12. A list of suggested items is included below:

Applesauce, 8" tall Christmas tree, bath towels, batteries, beanie style stocking cap, breakfast bars, bug spray, candy canes, chapstick, checkers (travel size), cheese (can squeeze), chocolate, coffee/tea, crackers, DVDs, fleece blanket, foot powder, fruit roll-ups, gloves (one size fits all), Goober PB&J (plastic jar), gum/tictacs, handheld games, hand warming packets, honey, instant mashed potatoes, mac and cheese cups, oatmeal/cereal, ornaments, paper books (no war stories), salsa, shoe insoles, Slim Jims, socks (black or dark blue), stocking/Santa hat, sugar/creamer, summer sausage, sunflower seeds, trail mix (raisins, nuts) and
washcloths.   

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November Monthly Coupon

Free Ace Brand 16' Measuring Tape
November 1 - 30, 2014
(#2137925) with any purchase of $25.00
or more. Limit one coupon per customer.

 *3/4" x 16' power tape

*Impact resistant hi-vis yellow case with 4 case screws

*Acrylic blade with graduations in 1/16" and 1/32" for the first 12", then 1/16" graduations only for the balance of the blade

*Red stud markings every 16" on blade

*2 rivet end hook with a stainless steel reinforced plate

*The end hook has a nail hole and groove for measuring on string or wire

*Easy access sliding thumb blade lock

*Shock absorbing return blade bumper

*Chrome belt clip

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November Sales Flyer

Click on the above "Sale"  graphic to see the
current monthly sales flyer.
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