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Frugal Family: Toys, Tires and Tee Times

Patch has located some interesting local bargains this week that will not take a big bite out of the family budget.

If you are looking for good prices on baby gear, tires, bedding or recreation, try some of these local specials. Shopping locally benefits area merchants, creates jobs and saves time and gasoline.

Take a minute to comment on Patch about some good deals that you have found at local businesses.

, 3600 South Lindbergh Boulevard, Oakville
Deal: If there is a new baby in your home, buy some piece of mind with a Sony Baby Call Monitor on sale for $26.99.
Good through: Sept. 3

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, 4441 Lemay Ferry Road, Oakville
Deal: Babies R Us is having their biggest trade-in event ever. Get 25 percent off new, like items when you trade in used car seats, strollers, travel systems, high chairs, play yards, bassinets, walkers, infant swings, bouncers, cribs or kid’s beds. See store for details.
Good through: Sept. 18

, 3172 Telegraph Road, Mehlville
Deal: Get select 200 thread count sheet sets for twin, full queen or king beds for $5, $8 and $10.
Good through: Sept. 3

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, 6022 Wells Road, Mehlville
Deal: After 5 p.m. on weekdays, you may ride 18-holes for $25 or walk for $17. Seniors can ride for $25 anytime Monday through Friday.
Good through: the 2011 season

, 1354 Jeffco Boulevard, Arnold
Deal: Dobbs will “beat any legitimate price from a local store or dealer stocking the same new tire.” Be sure to ask about any further restrictions. They also have a mail-in rebate offer on four Michelin passenger and light truck tires going on through Sept. 7.
Good through: Sept. 7

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