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Frugal Family: Online Coupons

Many of Brecksville's local businesses offer coupons on their websites.

Many of Brecksville's businesses offer deals, discounts and coupons on their websites. Here are a few businesses around town that are offering online, printable coupons right now. Just print the coupon and bring it with you on your next visit. 1. Village Cleaners Deal: They have coupons on their website for 10 percent off orders over $20 and 15 percent off orders over $30. Good Until: One coupon per person, ongoing 2. Framer’s Gallery Deal: Check out their website to find a coupon for $20 off any custom framing order over $100. Good Until: Now through Oct. 31, 2011 3. Carla Bella Day Spa Deal: Owner Carla Renee Horoszko said that the coupons on their website are for new customers, as well as their regulars. The coupons include one for $25 …

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Frugal Family: Deals for Pets

From pet sitting to organic pet food, here are some ideas for pampering your pet.

Pets don't usually do their own shopping, but here are some deals around town that you can let your furry friends know about. 1. Bartels Pet Hospital Deal: In addition to comprehensive veterinary and grooming services, they offer boarding in their newly-remodeled kennel. If you board your dog with them, you can sign up for "The Beagle's Nest" for $15 per three-hour session. The "Nest" is a large playroom where dogs can socialize with other dogs and get their exercise, while being supervised.  Good Until: Ongoing 2. Biscuits and Belly Rubs  Deal: They offer full service pet sitting, dog walks, pet taxi and house sitting. Owner Miki Ross said that each 20- to 30-minute dog walking visit costs $16, and for regular customers the cost is $200 …

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Frugal Family: Deals on Quick Meals

In a hurry? Then check out these deals around town for snacks and meals on-the-go.

Labor Day has been here and gone. That means we’re all getting down to business with work and school and the duties of life. There isn’t much time between homework, meetings and sports practice, so here are some ideas for deals on quick meals or snacks. 1. Heinen’s Deal: You can “Dine In Like You’re Dining Out,” according to Heinen’s weekly circular. The store has entire meals, desserts, soups and more prepared and ready for carry-out. On sale this week is grilled salmon for $5.25 per 5-ounce serving, mushroom risotto cakes for $2.99 per 4-ounce serving and grilled, marinated vegetables for $1.48 per 4-ounce serving. Good Until: Sept. 7 through Sept. 13, 2011 2. Subway Deal: Turkey breast and black forest ham is the $5 featured foot-long …

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Frugal Family: Deals for Packing Lunch

Some places around town have lunch supplies on sale this week.

For some parents, going back to school means getting up earlier than usual to pack lunch. And for some kids, lunch is the favorite part of the school day. Here are some places around town that have supplies to make packing lunch easier and more affordable.   CVS Deal: Save 25 percent on insulated school lunch carriers or backpacks, according to their weekly ad.  Good Until: Now through Aug. 27, 2011 with a CVS Caremark savings card. Walgreens Deal: Get an extra $10 off the already marked-down prices on lunch bags and accessories when you spend $40 online. Plus, you get free shipping on orders of $25 or more for online orders. See the store's website for details. Good Until: Now through Aug. 27, just use the code “sale10” at the online …

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Frugal Family: Late Summer Family Activities

Get out and enjoy the wonderful weather, while we've still got it.

It’s late summer and time to get out with the family for a last hoorah before the fall weather kicks in and the homework gets serious. Here are some ideas for outdoor activities going on in and around Brecksville. 1. Brecksville Concert on the Square  Deal: According to the Brecksville Bulletin, Redneck, Inc. will be playing the final, free Concert on the Square of this summer. According to the band’s website, they play a mix of their own music and covers of popular country songs.  Good Until: From 6 until 8 p.m. Aug. 28 at the band stand on Brecksville’s square 2. Brecksville Reservation of the Cleveland Metroparks Deal: Celebrate The International Year of the Forest with a free summer hike in the forests of Brecksville. This 2.5-mile …

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Frugal Family: Back to School Deals

August 24 is the first day of school for many kids in the Brecksville-Broadview Heights schools.

Every year we say how fast the summer went. And yes, it’s that time of year again: back to school time. Here are some deals around town to help you get your kids ready to begin the school year in just a few short weeks. 1. Brecksville Opticians Deal: Owner Walter Paris says that a complete pair of children's frames and lenses, with polycarbonate scratch and UV coating, are on sale for $129. Eye exams are also available, for an additional cost. Good Until: Now through Sept. 30, 2011. The offer is not valid with other promotions, discounts or insurance programs and some restrictions may apply. 2. CVS Deal: Get $10 off any online purchase of school supplies that's more than $50, plus free shipping, according to its website.  Good Until: …

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Frugal Family: Deals on Cool, Summertime Treats

Smoothies, freezes, ice cream and iced coffee drinks are all on sale around town.

Nothing says summer like the sound of a straw slurping up the last of a smoothie. Check out these cool deals on summertime treats. 1. Honey Hut Ice Cream and Rosati’s Frozen Custard Deal: Buy 10 blends or smoothies and get one free, according to the manager of the Brecksville Honey Hut, Jonathan Rosati. Get your punch card at a participating Honey Hut location. Good Until: Ongoing, until further notice. The offer is valid at the Brecksville Honey Hut, Strongsville Honey Hut and Northfield Center Rosati’s Frozen Custard location only. 2. Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream and Yogurt Deal: According to their website, a “Freeze” is made with their homemade sherbet or ice and blended with Sierra Mist. They have a coupon on their website for $.50 off …

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Frugal Family: Restaurant Discounts and Specials

Take a break from the heat and enjoy a meal at a local restaurant this week.

Mid-summer is not a good time to sweat over a hot stove, so let your kitchen cool off and grab a bite at a local restaurant in or around Brecksville. Babushka’s Kitchen Deal: According to the restaurant's website, they serve homemade stuffed cabbages, over-sized pierogi, and kolachky pastries. Customers who sign up for the restaurant's newsletter will receive specials and coupons via email. Good Until: You can visit their Northfield location, or wait and check out their brand new Independence location, which will be located at 6531 Brecksville Road in Independence. Aladdin’s Eatery Deal: According to the restaurant's website, this restaurant in Independence serves Lebanese/American food, and their menu includes a wide variety of vegetarian…

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Week in Review: July 18 - 24

From City Council news to where to find locally grown produce, catch up on this week’s news.

If you missed a story or two this week, don’t worry – you can catch up quickly by checking out the summaries below. If you want more details, just click the links. 

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Frugal Family: Locally Grown Fruits and Veggies

Summer is the season for fresh and local produce.

One of the greatest things about the middle of summer in northeast Ohio is the season’s first taste of locally grown fruits and vegetables. Vine-ripened tomatoes, freshly picked zucchini and crisp green beans are just a few of the things that taste like summer. Here are some places nearby to find fresh, locally grown produce. 1. Cossel Farms, North Royalton  Deal: Owner John Cossel said that later this week they will be picking the first of this year's corn from their fields in North Royalton. This farm market also has other fruits and vegetables, as well as pumpkins in the fall and mulch, topsoil and firewood year-round. Good Until: The market is open from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. June 16 through October 31, 7 days a week. 2. Luther Farms …

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