How to Save on Children's Clothing, Eyeglasses and More

Patch's Frugal Family helps you navigate the best deals this week:

1. , Burr Ridge Village Center

Gymboree, a kids' clothing store, is now offering its "Gymbucks" promotion through Feb. 28. (Gymbucks that are purchased at this time are redeemable from April 7 - April 17.) Shoppers will earn $25 in Gymbucks for every $50 purchase. The store has selected items on sale. 

2. , Burr Ridge Village Center

Glasses are an expensive necessity, and kids especially need new prescriptions often. Luckily, now you can save on the cost of your family's new glasses at LensCrafters. The Burr Ridge store is hosting its Semi-Annual Event through April 3. Lenses will be on sale for up to 50 percent off the regular price. Call 630.325.4324 to make an appointment. 

3. , Burr Ridge Village Center

Yankee Candle sells a variety of scented candles, holiday items and other decorations for the home. Now through Feb. 20, Yankee Candle is having a special on spring-scented candles. Customers who buy one new spring scent will get a second candle for 50 percent off.

4. , 112 South Washington, Hinsdale

Zak's Place is a fun bar and restaurant located right in downtown Hinsdale. If you want to splurge on a big dinner but save on drinks, be sure to visit Zak's on Friday nights. They start the weekend off right with Featured Wine Night. Customers can enjoy a featured bottle of wine for half the price. 

5. , 441 West Ogden, Clarendon Hills

Italian restaurant ZaZa's is offering a special Web deal. Visitors to the ZaZa's Web site can print out a coupon for 10 percent off the cost of a total bill at the restaurant. This deal expires March 31; visit here for a coupon.