Frugal Family: Date Night Specials

Enjoy date night, or day, excursions without the kids this week. Spend a day helping the environment, take advantage of weekly drink specials or grab a sweet treat together.

1.

Deal: Spend a day outside doing something good for the environment with Save the Bay at Eden Landing.

The Fine Print: The event is a free way to give back to the community. RSVP online.

Extra, Extra: Check out the to learn more about Eden Landing and the clean-up efforts.

Good through: Event takes place on May 14, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

2.

Deal: Take advantage of weekly specials and shoot pool for free on Tuesdays, get $3 margaritas and select $2 shots on Thursdays for college night and watch a comedy show for $10 on Fridays.

The Fine Print: Two drink minimum required for free pool on Tuesdays.

Extra, Extra: Wednesday night is Wicked Women night. From 6 p.m. to 12 p.m. take advantage of $3 drink specials and enjoy live music.

Good through: Ongoing Promotions.

3. BJ’S BREWHOUSE

 Deal: Take advantage of special deals during Happy Hour including $1 off of beers on tap and savings on appetizers.

The Fine Print: Some restrictions and exclusions apply.

Extra, Extra: Don’t forget to add desert to your meal with a signature BJ’s pazookie.

Good Through: Ongoing Promotion.

4.

Deal: From now until May 31, Paddy’s will be open until 2 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, to help students get through their finals, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take advantage of the late hours to pick up an after-hours coffee with your date.

The Fine Print: Offer only valid during times listed above.

Extra, Extra: Keep an eye out for comedy nights, poetry readings, live music, karaoke and art openings at Paddy’s to spruce up your date night.

Good Through: May 31.

5.

Deal: Grab coffee at Starbucks and pick up a cake pop, a tasty treat under 200 calories, for just $1.50 each.

The Fine Print: Flavors and availability may vary by location.

Extra, Extra: Check out other Starbucks petites.

Good through: Everyday Pricing.

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