Frugal Family: Deals at Bath & Body Works, Williams-Sonoma, Target

If there was ever a week to do something for yourself, this is it. We moms are so busy all the time, and our time is indeed so precious that when we are given a chance to do something great for ourselves, we should take it.

Check out the deals for some zen time at Bath & Body Works or take a shoe-shopping extravaganza at Payless. You can also add some stylish additions to your home from Target. Plus, it's wedding season, and where else can you find beautiful and affordable additions to your home other than Williams Sonoma, which is having a bridal event like no other.

For the kids, a trip to Poricy Park in Middletown will give them a taste of what its like to be a real 18th century farmer. The great outdoors and a history lesson to boot--it doesn't get much better than that!

• Freehold Raceway Mall, Freehold
• Monmouth Mall, Eatontown

This week only, get free shipping with any $50 online order when you enter the code free50 at checkout. In stores during the store's spring stock up event, the BBW Signature Collection is buy three, get three free. Candles are two for $20, four for $15, or six for $20 anti-bacterial hand soap, 4 for $20 or 6 for $24 wallflowers or scentportables and up to 50% off select items. PLUS, try their newest fragrance, Country Chic, for just $1.

• The Grove at Shrewsbury, 627 Broad St., Shrewsbury

Williams-Sonoma is holding a bridal event on Sunday, April 10 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  The event includes demos, tastings and prizes. Whether you've already registered, or are just starting to consider it, head over to Williams-Sonoma in The Grove at Shrewsbury for a private "Store Is Yours" event.

The store will be exclusively opened for those who register. Learn more about their products and services, and watch demonstrations from their brand partners. You'll enjoy personal attention, expert advice and light refreshments. Please call Williams-Sonoma at 732-747-0128 for more information or to register.

• 55 US Highway 9, Manalapan
• 2105 State Route 35, Middletown

This week, Target is giving everyone the chance to save big bucks on things for the home, both indoors and out. Save 15 percent when you spend $125 or more on select styles of home furnishings. Living room chairs and bookcases are $150 and under, and dining sets $250 and below. For your outdoor needs, save up to 20 percent on select patio furniture. This week's big deal, a Smith and Hawken Allogio three-piece bistro set, is on sale for $349. Save up to 15 percent on select ambience builders such as fire pits and patio heating. All this and more can be found in the store or at Target.com.

• 2107 State Route 35, Holmdel
• 3681 US Highway 9, Freehold

It's sandal time, and the hottest look is tribal, with footwear fashions for as low as $19.99 at Payless. For your Hannah Montana loving tween, there's footwear starting at $12.99, ranging from sandals to sneakers. For the little boy in your life, Payless is featuring shoes starring the autos from the Pixar movie Cars, sneakers, sandals and more, starting at $14.99. Plus, all flip-flops, a summer staple, are 50 percent off. What are you waiting for--go shopping!

• 345 Oak Hill Road, Middletown

Mother Teresa Regional School in Atlantic Highlands is working in conjunction with the Monmouth County Parks System and Poricy Park Conservancy to bring children a fun-filled day of discovery and learning. At Poricy Park on Friday, April 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., your child will learn what it was like to live at Murray Barn in the 18th century. The hands-on program is directed by experienced naturalists and delivered to students in third through sixth grades to facilitate a spirit of adventure and exploration. For more information, contact Mother Teresa Regional School at 732-291-1050 or library@mtregional.com. The registration deadline is Friday, April 15.