Author: Kelly Tyko, USA TODAY

There are few specials for National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day Wednesday, but we’re filling your appetite for freebies and deals with sign-up offers.

Häagen-Dazs celebrates its annualFree Cone Day. Participating locations across the U.S. will give away free scoopsfrom 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 14.

Is the party over for Party City? The New Jersey-based retailer says it will close 45 stores, which represents about 5% of locations.

Need ideas for Mother’s Day? Many restaurants are helping families honor mom with free treats, discounts, brunches and other meals Sunday.

Several businesses, including Cinnabon and PDQ, have deals or freebies for nurses for National Nurses Week.

Tyson FoodsInc. has expanded a March recall, which now affects approximately 11.8 million pounds of frozenchicken strips that may contain metal.

Teacher Appreciation Week starts Monday, May 6 and businesses across the nation are showering educators with freebies and special discounts.

Applebee’s, Chili’s, Del Taco, Hungry Howie’s, Moe’s Southwest Grill and Bahama Breeze are celebrating Cinco de Mayo Sunday with specials.