With the cost of gasoline, and the cost of living in general, on the rise, it's nice to know that special deals still abound if you look for them. Kirkwood-Webster Groves Patch is here to help on your quest for savings. We present the fourth edition of Frugal Family, our weekly column that highlights steep discounts and freebies with a little something for everyone.

1. Schnucks in Webster Groves

If the lack of snow has you and your loved ones craving frozen sweets, you're in for a treat.

Deal: Visit the Schnucks coupon website to clip and print a $1 off coupon for a carton of Weight Watchers frozen novelties.

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2. Office Depot in Kirkwood

If your computer chair is listing to port or starboard from missing wheels, it's probably time to set sail for Office Depot.

Deal: Purchase a mid-back bonded leather chair for $49.99, which is half the regular price.

Good Through: March 5

3. The Wine Barrel in Sunset Hills

Every once in a while, it's nice for busy parents to take a break and relax with a glass of wine. The Wine Barrel provides just the venue.

Deal: Free wine tastings are held at the store every Friday night from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Complimentary cheese and crackers are also available.

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4. Borders in Brentwood

If you are looking for family fun and an opportunity to support a brick-and-mortar bookstore that survived the recent store closings due to bankruptcy, head to the Brentwood branch of Borders.

Deal: This location offers a weekly storytime for kids at 10 a.m. each Friday.

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5. Target in Brentwood

Preserve precious family moments with picture frames, now on sale at Target.

Deal: Table frames from Room Essentials cost just $4.

Good Through: March 5