Big Deal: Pinkster, Prix Fixe, Tag Sale, Teas

We scour the town (and beyond) for the best deals going so you don't have to. Make sure to buy your Pinkster tickets at a special Patch-user discount and check out the other bargains below:

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The Deal: Celebrate Spring African-American style in this traditional event of dance, food, crafting and more. Buy your tickets in advance online at www.hudsonvalley.org using promo code PATCH and save $2 on all tickets. So, an adult ticket will be $10 instead of $12, and a child's ticket will be $4 instead of $6. Children under 5 are free. 

The Dates: Event date, May 15. Please note that this deal is applicable only for advance online sales.

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The Deal: In honor of this Portuguese/Brazilian restaurant's 25th anniversary, enjoy a three-course complete dinner for $25 (options include mussels, seafood salad, Paella Valencia, veal stew Caravela, petit filet mignon, flan with berries, and more). Or, there's now the three-course lunch for $20 (choose from baked stuff clams, Portuguese linquica, brook trout, shell steak Gaucho, and more). Note that taxes, tip, and beverages  not included in price.

The Dates: Throughout 2011.

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The Deal:  Head to the back two shelves of this cozy gift shop for select items at deep discounts: jewelry, bath products, frames, address books and more from 60 to 80% off. 

The Dates: While merchandise lasts.

4. The Clear View School

The Deal: There will be a tag sale to benefit this special school for kids with mental illness in Briarcliff Manor. Snag great deals on everything from accessories, books, household items, electronics, fabric, collectibles, lamps, linens, knicknacks and toys to baked goods and plants. They are currently accepting donations, except books or clothing. Please call the Development office at 914-941-4653 to arrange delivery and/or pick up of items.

The Dates: Event is Saturday, April 30, 9 am - 3 pm at the school, 480 Albany Post Road (Route 9).  

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The Deal: Lively spring teas on sale, sold loose by the ounce: Panda Blend, $1/oz.; Moonlight and Melon, $2.25/oz.; Maté Spice, $2/oz.; Toasted Almond; $1.90/oz.

The Dates: Through the first week of May.

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