Frugal Family: Save up to 25 Percent on Pet Supplies

Spring is in the air. In St. Louis, that usually means a mix of beautiful, clear skies and heart-rending thunderstorms. Here at Patch, we want to help you weather the weather with great discounts on a variety of items.

With a little something for everyone in this week's list of five discounts, the Frugal Family column aims to make your soggy days a little nicer and sunny days that much brighter.

1. in Webster Groves

Perfect for a young married couple's date night, Webster University alum and music educator is with his band of talented high school students from University City. The band plays at the venue often, with standards from the likes of Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock.

Deal: Knock $5 off the $10 cover charge if you have a student ID.

Good Through: March 26

2. in Webster Groves

If Netflix leaves you missing the experience of browsing a collection of movies in a brick-and-mortar store, and you prefer playing DVDs to streaming online, check out Blockbuster By Mail. Each of the plans includes five free in-store rental exchanges every month.

Deal: Try any plan free for two weeks and cancel at any time.

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3. in Sunset Hills

By using or obtaining a PetPerks card, you can save a bundle of money on pet supplies during the Everything Spring Sale. Feel free to request an instant discount and fill out the form at home.

Deal: The store has savings of up to 25 percent on food, toys and other items. Check out the image gallery for three examples.

Good through: March 27

4. in Maplewood

Forget canned goods. After a long, dull winter, it's time to awaken your taste buds with some fresh produce.

Deal: Pineapples cost just 99 cents apiece.

Good Through: March 26

5. in Brentwood

Applegate's offers a tempting weekly special to help feed your family for cheap.

Deal: Every Tuesday, customers can order pulled pork big barbecue sandwiches for $2 from open to close.

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