This is the "ALDI Encore Box", a special release created in response to the overwhelming demand from this week's drops. Here are main details you need to know:
What's in ALDI Encore Box? This version features a mixture of products pulled from this week's full Blind Box collection. It includes snacks, fiber products, and protein items.
Quantity: ALDI is releasing 5,000 more Blind Boxes for the encore event.
When: The drop goes live on Friday, June 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
Eligibility: This is a GIVEAWAY. No purchase is required and FREE SHIPPING! It's open only to those 18+ and is void in AK, CO, HI, MT, NM, OR, UT, WA, WYand U.S. territories. Only one entry per person.
The website explicitly outlines how the queue works, so you know what to expect:
Kroger is celebrating the first day of summer by giving away 100,000 FREE pints of ice cream and introducing three delicious new limited-edition flavors inspired by classic American summertime memories.
How to Get Your FREE Pint - Beginning Friday, June 19, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time (11:00 AM Central Time), customers can visit: FreeKrogerIceCream.com and download a single-use digital coupon for one FREE pint of Kroger Brand ice cream while supplies last.
Claimed Our Free Kroger Ice Cream and Enjoyed It with Juneteenth Meal. Thank You Kroger for Kicking-off Summer with This Sweet Treat! I'll Be Back to Claim the $1 Off 2 Deal on Digital!
The coupon can be redeemed from June 19 through July 3, 2026 at participating Kroger Family of Stores.
Participating stores include: Baker's, City Market, Dillons, Food 4 Less,Foods Co, Fred Meyer, Fry's, Gerbes, Jay C Food Stores, King Soopers, Kroger, Mariano's, Metro Market, Pay-Less Super Markets, Pick 'n Save, Ralphs, and Smith's Food and Drug
States Excluded - Free ice cream pint promotion is valid in all U.S. states except:
• California • Colorado • Louisiana • Nevada • Tennessee
The coupon is not valid at QFC (Quality Food Centers) -a Kroger-owned grocery chain with stores primarily in Washington and Oregon. See Kroger News Press Release
If You Miss the Free Pint - What? Don't worry.Customers can still save $1 off any purchase of two Kroger Brand ice cream pints through July 3, 2026.
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Too many people give up on their dreams and lack basic knowledge about career resources, opportunities, or guidance needed to make their dreams possible.
Read Dr. Allamby's story about how he became a successful automotive technician and owned his own business.
Learn how he made a bold decision to sell his business and pursue his childhood dream of becoming a physician.
"Dreams do not have an expiration date...!"
Many students choose career and technical education pathways because they enjoy working with their hands and solving practical problems.
Yet the skills learned in automotive technology, construction, electronics, welding, and other trades often translate into successful careers in engineering, science, technology, healthcare, and medicine.
Here's the problem: Many young people miss their connections with career choices in three (3) ways:
1. Pursing the wishes of others - not following their God-given abilities and talents (skills).
2. Struggling to make a living and surviving financially rather than pursuing career training or college.
3. Lacking self-motivation and becoming stuck with mediocrity - not willingness to keep learning, growing, and believing in themselves.
The United States continues to face shortages of physicians, particularly in underserved communities.
There is also a critical need for more African American men, minorities, women, and many others in healthcare careers.
Research has shown that a diverse medical workforce helps improve patient trust, communication, cultural understanding, and health outcomes.
According to Black Health Data, Black physicians make up just 5.7% of active physicians in the United States, despite Black Americans comprising 13.6% of the population.African American men remain significantly underrepresented among physicians in the U.S. population.
For anyone feeling stuck in their current job or believe they missed their chance, Dr. Allamby's message is clear:
"It's never too late to pursue your dream!"
What make this story so powerful? Dr. Allamby learned how to use his problem-solving skills, patience, analytical thinking, communication abilities, and attention to details in repairing vehicles, to diagnose and treat patients in the emergency room.
This story is intended to serve as an inspiration to all students - including career and technical graduates that their skills may be the foundation for even greater opportunities in life.
The official dedication ceremony takes place on Thursday, June 18, 2026, and will be livestreamed worldwide by the Obama Foundation. The ceremony begins at 11:00 a.m. Central Time (12:00 Noon Eastern) and features remarks from President Barack Obama and special performances from major entertainers.
Watch Obama Presidential Center Grand Opening Ceremony C-SPAN on YouTube
The June 18 dedication is an invite-only event, but everyone can watch online. Public visitation begins the following day.
Grand Opening Weekend Schedule
Thursday, June 18, 2026 - Official Dedication Ceremony 11:00 a.m. CT...
Global livestream
Celebrity performances
Remarks from Barack Obama and other guests
John Lewis Plaza, Chicago
Friday, June 19, 2026 (Juneteenth) - Public Opening Day
Campus opens to visitors
Museum opens to the public
Community celebrations
Music, art, family activities
Saturday - Sunday, June 20–21 - Free Community Festival
DJs and live music
Family activities
Art projects
Library programs
Talks on democracy, culture, and community
Outdoor events across the campus
Admission & Ticket Prices
Adult (12+)$30
Child (3-11)$23
Illinois Adult Resident$26
Illinois Child Resident$15
Age 2 & UnderFree
The Obama Presidential Center consist of a museum, library, and community campus in historic Jackson Park.
Museum entry requires a timed ticket reservation.
It opens June 19, 2026 and celebrates the legacy of Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, serving as both a cultural landmark and a hub for civic engagement on Chicago’s South Side. Campus size is 19.3 acres with an estimated cost of $850 million.
Free Opportunities -
Most outdoor campus attractions are free.
Illinois residents receive free museum admission on Tuesdays. See other freebie offers (news.wttw.com)
Hours
Campus Grounds Daily Hours: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Museum
Monday: 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday- Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Highlights include:
"Yes We Can" exhibit
Full-scale Oval Office replica
Nobel Peace Prize display
Campaign memorabilia
Interactive digital exhibits
Michelle Obama's iconic fashions
Presidential artifacts and personal stories
Art Collection
More than 25 commissioned works by internationally known artists are displayed throughout the campus and are largely free to view.
Featured artists include:
Julie Mehretu
Maya Lin
Mark Bradford
Carrie Mae Weems
Campus Attractions - Included with General Campus Admission:
John Lewis Plaza
Great Lawn
Chicago Public Library Branch
Eleanor Roosevelt Fruit & Vegetable Garden
Children's Playground
Public Art Collection
Community Gathering Spaces
Restaurant, Café & Food
The Center includes dining facilities and café offerings inspired by recipes enjoyed by the Obama family. Visitors can expect casual dining options and community gathering spaces integrated into the campus.
Special Entertainment Lineup
The June 18 dedication ceremony features an impressive lineup of performers including:
Stevie Wonder
Bruce Springsteen
Bono
The Edge
John Legend
Jennifer Hudson
Christina Aguilera
Common
Located in historic Jackson Park: 6001 S. Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, this event is expected to be one of Chicago's biggest cultural attractions of 2026 - with projections of up to one million annual visitors.
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