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Frugal Family: Walking Tours and Discounts Stores

Instead of busting out to enjoy the glorious warm weather, we at Frugal Family are buckling down and researching only the best deals and discounts in Brookline and Jamaica Plain.

JP Historical Society  – Jamaica Plain
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: For all of you history buffs out there, the Jamaica Plain Historical Society offers of various JP locations, such as Sumner Hill, Monument Square and Jamaica Pond. All tours are free and open to the public. Tours are offered on Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. and last approximately one hour. They are typically cancelled if there is rain, and reservations are not required. Bring a friend, some comfy shoes, and an appetite for education.
Good Through: May 7 - Sept 24

 

 – 678 Centre Street, JP
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:  is always packed to the brim with bargains and there is truly something for everyone in this large, clean store that offers only the best in gently-used pieces of clothing or household items. And for the older and wiser members of the Frugal Fam (those 62 and older, to be exact), Goodwill stores offer 25% off all purchases every Tuesday.  There’s no better way to celebrate your time on Earth than with a bargain.
Good Through: Until further notice

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 – 45 Harvard Street, Brookline
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: is tempting us once again with their free classes and knock-out sales. Located at 45 Harvard Street in Brookline, they’re offering a free on May 14 and May 28.  Students who are planning on attending prom can take the class and learn how to create their own fantastically fab earrings and/or necklace for the big night.  Materials are an additional cost, but the two-hour instruction is free. 
Good Through: Classes are on May 14 and May 28

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 – 242 Harvard Street, Brookline
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: , at 242 Harvard Street in Brookline, is an elegant restaurant and the perfect location to take a new client, a best friend, or a date.  You can rest assured that the members of your party will be comfortable, impressed, and well-fed.  Each night, the fine folks of this establishment are offering $1 Island Creek Oysters at the bar between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. each night. It’s a fun and delicious way to begin an evening.
Good Through: Until further notice

 

 – 525 Harvard Avenue, Brookline
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: We at Frugal Family don’t always need a sale to brighten our day. We love giving shout-outs to businesses that were built with the thrifty bargaineer in mind and is one of those places. Located at 525 Harvard Avenue in Brookline, you never KNOW what amazing treasures await inside. They have clothing and accessories for all, house wares, toys, and more. Grab a friend, hit the racks and then race to the dressing rooms to see which bargain is a perfect fit.
Good Through: Until further notice

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