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Frugal Family: Saving You Money in Reston

Bargains on Earth Day and Easter

This week, Frugal Family unearthed some great deals for Earth day, Easter and fun at Busch Gardens.

This week’s column will point you to great local deals that will help your family’s bottom line. Since we do the scouting for you, you can save time as well as money. 

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1. Free Tree from Lowe’s  To celebrate Earth Day, Lowe’s is giving away one free tree per customer on April 23 only (while supplies last). The two Lowe’s nearest to Reston: Chantilly (13856 Metrotech Drive) or Dulles Crossing (45430 Dulles Crossing Plaza, Sterling)

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2.  An Earth Day Giveaway that gives back. On April 22, is giving a way a reusable tote bag with carryout purchase. Then, when you bring the bag back for your subsequent carryout purchase, Big Bowl will deduct 50 cents from your order.

3. Lake Anne Florist and Gifts  Pound Cakes, either almond or chocolate, decorated like Easter eggs. Enjoy 10 percent off if you mention their online advertisement. While you are there, check out their assortment of Virginia wines. 

 4. Preschooler’s Passes for Busch Gardens  Busch Gardens Williamsburg is offering  free passes for preschoolers to visit the new Sesame Street “Forest of Fun” area. Visit the website to get more info and request your passes.

5.   Buy one  calzone, get one calzone free.  Sounds like it’s time to make a lunch date.  (Be sure to bring the coupon).

We’ve tried to include some of the fine print, but please remember to check with the merchant for additional conditions.

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