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Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Frugal Family

Prizes To Be Given During Coffee Shop's Opening

Also coming up: Six Flags will offer discounts for people who donate canned food to MUST Ministries.

We're all watching our family budgets these days. Whether shopping with coupons or looking for two-for-one deals, we're taking advantage of all sorts of offers and savings that help us make our dollars as valuable as possible. Here are some that will hopefully stretch your dollars to the max:   1. Prizes at Coffee Shop's Grand Opening Deal: Although the business has been open for a few weeks, the official grand opening of Powder Springs Coffee and Bake Shoppe is scheduled for Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Powder Springs Mayor Patricia Vaughn will cut the ribbon at 10 a.m. Live music will begin at 7 p.m. The celebration will continue through Saturday, when the shop is open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.  While you do not have to be present to win, …

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Frugal Family

Book Sale, Free Plant Seminar and Other Cost-Savers

Also, Cobb is holding its first annual—and free—Summer Camp Expo to inform parents about upcoming camps.

We're all watching our family budgets these days. Whether shopping with coupons or looking for two-for-one deals, we're taking advantage of all sorts of offers and savings that help us make our dollars as valuable as possible. Here are some that will hopefully stretch your dollars to the max: 1. 'HONK!' AT LITHIA SPRINGS HIGH Deal: Tickets to the high school musical are $8 for adults and $5 for students and children. Group tickets also are available. Performances are scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. "Honk!" is the story of Ugly the duck, whose odd, gawky looks instantly incite prejudice from his family and neighbors. Separated from the farm and pursued by a hungry cat, Ugly must find his way home. Along his …

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Frugal Family

Borders Closing Sale and Other Cost-Savers

If you go on a Tuesday, you can have lunch at KFC afterwards to take advantage of the $2 meal deal.

We're all watching our family budgets these days. Whether shopping with coupons or looking for two-for-one deals, we're taking advantage of all sorts of offers and savings that help us make our dollars as valuable as possible. Here are some that will hopefully stretch your dollar to the max: 1. FREE TAX PREP  Deal: Free tax preparation assistance will be offered at the Douglas County United Way office on Saturday for individuals and families with an income of $48,000 or less. Appointments and walk-ins are welcome. Location: The United Way Center at 6279 Fairburn Road in Douglasville Contact: 678-623-2862 or westmetro@uwma.org Good through: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.   2. BORDERS CLOSING SALE Deal: Borders' bankruptcy is resulting in store…

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