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Tumble into Savings This Week With Discounts for Kids Gymnastics, Gift Giving, and More

This weekly column will help frugal families by providing five great local deals to make life more affordable and often more fun.

[Note: This column is interactive: Readers and business owners should feel free to email columnist Kim Bova McDonald with deals in town you want to share or publicize.]

This week, Frugal Family has found deals on family dining, tanning, bowling, gymnastics and unique gifts for all occassions.

Remember to check with the merchant for additional conditions:

Deal:
in Wakefield offers several deals for families as well as special treats for the kids!
Tuesday - Kids eat FREE every Tuesday with the purchase of an adult entree 
Wednesday - Buy one entree get one FREE (from specials menu).
Also on Wednesday's from 5-8pm Dockside has a Kid's Magic Show.

Fine Print: Contact for additional information.

Deal:
Looking to get a head start on your summer tan? is offering a full page of coupons here.
Just a few of the offerings: 15% off any product or service, free week with the purchase of any one month, free visit with the purchase of two visits, 10% off any custom spray tan.

Fine Print: See website for details.

Deal:
Looking for a fun indoor activity for the entire family? offers not only a retro bowling alley but also retro pricing that won't leave us spare.
Senior Discount - Bowl $2.50 per string Monday - Friday
Daily pricing - $3.00 per string Monday-Saturday before 5 pm
Evening pricing $3.50 per string Monday-Friday after 5 pm and all day Sunday and holidays.

Fine Print: Contact for more information.


Deal: 
Do you have children who would love gymnastics classes? Look no further!
Deals: Nine Week Session costs $165 plus a once a year $40 membership fee, membership discount of of 50% applied to each additional sibling membership, 10% discount applies to each additional class taken by same student or sibling.

Fine Print: See website for more details.

Deal:
Looking for a unique and quality gift for friend, family, hostess or for yourself but need to stay frugal? in Reading has gifts for every occasion.  From housewarming gifts to your best friend's birthday to bridal registries and inspirational gifts this shop has an excellent selection.

For this week only is offering 20% off your purchase when you mention Wakefield Patch.

Fine Print: Offer ends March 15, 2011. Discount on regularly priced merchandise only, not applied to sale items. Contact for more information.

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