There are many ways to save money and not all of them involve making sacrifices. Have childcare experience? Trade your babysitting services with a neighbor in exchange for house sitting when you and the family go on vacation—a fair deal for both parties and invaluable peace of mind.
This week, Frugal Family found some great deals on beverages, fitness, nutrition and safety. Enjoy the freebies and cheapies, and pay it forward when you can. It's true that we get what we put out.
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Deal: Keep your precious cargo safe: Get a free car seat check-up, compliments of CFD Fire Station #71 and Safe Kids Greater Sacramento. Call to make an appointment today.
Good through: March 2, 2011.
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Deal: Beer lovers will toast this daily Happy Hour special from 3 p.m to 6 p.m.: $1.99 off all draft beers. Now that's worth stomping on a few peanuts!
Good through: Ongoing.
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Deal: Say goodbye to thunder thighs at Amanda's spin class from 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. for just a $5 drop-in fee; free with NorCal Fit membership.
Good through: Ongoing every Wednesday.
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Deal: Just spilled red wine on your white cashmere? Get it dry cleaned for only $2.50—peace of mind for you and your pocket book.
Good through: Ongoing.
5. GNC
Deal: Sign up online with GNC and get a coupon for 15 percent off your next purchase. See website for details.
Good through: Ongoing.