Frugal Family: T.G.I. Friday's, Rec Center Event

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This week, Frugal Family came up with great deals on meals, automotive care, travel, and kids clothing and accessories. We’ve tried to include some of the fine print, but please remember to check with the merchant for additional conditions:

1. Fill your belly at T.G.I. FRIDAYS (Tysons Corner Mall)

Deal: Now through March 21, you can save 25% off your entire food purchase at T.G.I. Fridays. This would be a great way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with family and friends! Go to http://fridays.qrs1.net/greatdealsapp/19ah6t9l.html?CMP=30424 to print out your coupon.

Good through: March 21.

2. Get fit for free at JOIN FIT KIDS at Claude Moore Recreation Center (46105 Loudoun Park Lane, Sterling)

Deal: Partner with Michelle Obama's Let's Move initiative to get Northern Virginia kids moving. FREE classes for kids in conjunction with the Claude Moore Recreation Center's "Outdoor Sports-Indoors," a large indoor event to help promote sports, wellness, exercise and outdoors activities. Join us for demonstrations and view new products. The focus will be on hiking, biking, skating, canoeing, kayaking and other healthy activities. All activities and parking is free.

Good through: March 19, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

3. Plan your summer vacation for less with MCCOOL TRAVEL

Deal: $66 off the regular $99 rate for a Travel Planning Secrets Seminar, to be held on April 8, 2011, in Reston (specific location will be emailed to registrants). Go to http://mccool04082011.eventbrite.com/?discount=FrugalFam and enter code FRUGALFAM to get the discounted rate.

Good through: Midnight on March 20.

4. Run a 5K AND save bucks on car repair with CURRY’S AUTO SERVICE.

Deal: Join Curry’s Auto Service & Dulles South Youth Sports (DSYS) Run for a Reason 5K & Fun Run (Dulles South Multipurpose Center) to benefit ALS research and DSYS programs March 19, and receive: $5 off registration; your name entered into an exclusive drawing to win one of (3) prize packs; a $5 off coupon towards the purchase of the Curry’s Winner’s Circle Maintenance card; 50% off your next oil change at any Curry’s location (limit $17 value); Curry’s glove box safety guide (while supplies last); Curry’s Race Cap (for the first 50 Curry Team registrants). What you need to do to join: Register online NOW: http://currys-dsys5k.com/.   Use coupon code “CURRYS” to receive your $5 registration deduction. Pick up your Curry’s Run Team stuff at packet pick-up (items will magically appear in your race bag)

Good through: run is March 19; savings on car care not specified online.

5. More great consignment sales … this week, head to Chantilly High School for FAIRFAX COUNTY MOTHERS OF MULTIPLES consignment sale. (4201 Stringfellow Rd, Chantilly, school entrance #4)

Deal: Look for bargains on cribs, toddler beds, bassinets, gliders, pack-n-plays, strollers, high chairs, booster seats, swings, bouncy seats, exersaucers, bath toys and accessories, dishes, bottles, utensils, bibs, linens, nursing accessories, safety items, gates, play yards, potty training items, infant carriers/back packs, diaper bags, etc. Also look for tons of books, dvds, cds, VHS videos, computer games, puzzles, games, craft supplies and kits, riding toys (trikes, bikes, cars), swings, slides, climbers, doll furniture, sports equipment, kids decor, kids furniture, sleeping bags, and TOYS, TOYS, and more TOYS! There will be lots of clothes, jackets, shoes, socks, hats, pj's, packaged items with layette, onesies, etc. You'll find maternity wear and a new section for costumes & dress up and boy/girl coordinating outfits.

Good through: March 19, 2011, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.