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 stretch our dollars.
This column will be dedicated to giving you five great local deals each week that will help your family’s bottom line, and since we do the scouting for you, you can save time as well as money.
You are a big part of this column. Let us hear about the deals you've seen. Just add them to our comment box. Then come back each week and see what we've uncovered together.
Find out what's happening in Fair Oaks-Carmichaelfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
This week, Frugal Family scoured our local sources to come up with great deals on food, recreation, pet goods, and home services—enjoy!
Find out what's happening in Fair Oaks-Carmichaelfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
1. SUBWAY (http://subway.com/applications/storelocator/default.aspx)
Deal: Feed your family on the cheap, with any regular footlong sub for just $5. Call store to verify prices and participation in promotion.
Good through: February 28, 2011
2. RIVER RAT MOUNTAIN BIKES (http://www.river-rat.com/rentalandrepair.htm)
Deal: Rent a front-suspended mountain bike for just $8 an hour/$32 day, per person, including helmet. Call shop with any questions.
Good through: Ongoing.
3. SCANDINAVIAN DESIGNS (http://www.scandinaviandesigns.com/)
Deal: Don't put off redoing those old chairs any longer: Save 20% on select Made in the USA upholstery.
Good through: March 13, 2011
4. AMERICAN RIVER FLOORING (http://americanriverflooring.com/)
Deal: Buy a Smart Strand carpet with installation and get a complimentary carpet padding. Print out coupon at fairoaks.patch.com/deals
Good through: February 28, 2011
5. TRENDS-N-TREATS PET SUPPLY, SPA AND BOUTIQUE (http://www.trendsntreats.com/?page=store)
Deal: Keep Fido or Fluffy extra warm on those chilly nights: Get 20% off all pet jacket and sweater purchases.
Good through: Until selected merchandise sells out.