The Mother of All Deals: Cute Doggy Sweaters, Chic Sunglasses and Tools! Tools! Tools!

Patch knows every family likes to shop smartly and save money. That's why, every Wednesday morning, we'll compile five great deals on local products, services, meals and activities for families to enjoy.

This week we've got some good tips on deals for hardware and high heels, help preparing your taxes, coats and sweaters to keep your pets warm this winter, and shades for you when the sun finally returns.

• , 130 Washington Street is holding a brown bag sale on Saturday, February 26. They'll give you a brown shopping bag and anything you stuff inside it will be discounted 20% (with some exceptions however, so ask the store clerks if you have any questions).
• It is tax time (sorry for the reminder). If you've bought software to help you file your taxes, but you're still stuck on those pesky exemptions, you can bring in your receipt for the software and get $50 off a professionally prepared returned at the affiliate at 308 Washington Street.
• For those with animals in the family, , 105 9th Street, is offering 30% off coats and sweaters for your dog or cat. They also have a sale rack inside with items discounted 50%.
• Despite the lingering cold, the sunny seasons are still coming soon, and , 334 Washington Street, is holding a sale on selected sunglasses for 50% off the sticker price. They also have deals on prescription lenses and designer frames for regular glasses for up to another 50% in savings.
• Finally, moms, you might find a nice pair of shoes for your spring wardrobe at , 404Washington Street. They have a small table out front stocked with high heels for $20.

Got a tip on a good deal? Send it to alanskontra@hotmail.com, and check back every Wednesday to find the Mother of All Deals.