Frugal Family: Parents, Take Advantage of Free Wine Tastings

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. 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. 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. 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. in Brentwood

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

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

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5. 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