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COSTCO LIFE  |  MARCH
Mardi Gras!
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Mardi Gras, or “Fat Tuesday,” signifies the last day before the fast of Lent. Many people choose to celebrate the day with their favorite spirits, such as these Kirkland Signature™ libations.

Back story
MARDI GRAS can be traced to medieval Europe and is believed to have arrived in North America in 1699. It is the practice of indulgence before the period of fasting and abstinence that starts the next day on Ash Wednesday, signifying the start of Lent.
Probably the oldest and most famous North American celebration of Mardi Gras takes place in New Orleans, with parades, parties and a variety of other festivities.

WHAT’S YOUR STONE?

If you were born in March, the serenely colored aquamarine is your birthstone. Costco members can find aquamarine jewelry in warehouses and at Costco.com.

© Dennis Drenner / American Red Cross

FEATURED RED CROSS

Give an hour, save a life

The American Red Cross provides 40% of the nation’s blood supply, and the need for blood is constant–even during the pandemic.
A single blood donation just takes about an hour and can save more than one life. To make an appointment to donate, contact RedCrossBlood.org.

COSTCO APP UPDATE

New and improved features

Did you know that Costco has an app? It’s been updated with new and improved features such as mobile payment on your Costco Anywhere Visa® Card by Citi and the ability to view in-store and online receipts. Be sure to download it today and make the most of your membership. Did you know that Costco has an app? It’s been updated with new and improved features such as mobile payment on your Costco Anywhere Visa® Card by Citi and the ability to view in-store and online receipts. Be sure to download it today and make the most of your membership.

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COSTCO BAKERY

Mini Carrot Cakes

Pick up a six-pack of Kirkland SignatureTM Mini Carrot Cakes—made with carrots, walnuts and raisins and frosted with cream cheese icing—in the bakery while supplies last. Item 1530559. Warehouses/Costco.com.

Paul Audia

FUELED FRIDAYS

Costco member goes whole hog

When professional photographer and videographer Paul Audia toured the United States on his motorcycle, the Costco member visited a Costco warehouse in every state he hit. Fueled Friday (audiaart.com) is the result, with taped interviews of dozens of Costco members and employees.

BLOOMING BEAUTIES

Large amaryllis bulbs

Bloomaker’s three-pack of amaryllis bulbs makes a carefree indoor living ornament. The wax-covered bulbs contain nutrients and enough moisture to require no watering. Each bulb will bloom multiple pink/white flowers over two to three months. Item 1522573. Warehouses/Costco.com.

MIPS SAFETY SYSTEM BIKE HELMETS

Freetown Lumiere helmets

Freetown Lumiere bike helmets feature the MIPS Safety System, designed to move slightly inside the helmet in order to help redirect forces away from the head and reduce the risk of severe head injuries in the event of a crash. Item 1431552. Warehouses/Costco.com.

IRISH CLASSIC

Shepherd’s Pie

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