Community Corner
Frugal Family: Where to Save This Week
We've found deals for discounted entertainment and food.
Whether you're looking for discounted services, cheap eats, shopping deals, or affordable entertainment, there should be something for everyone this week.
The Avenues at Webb Gin, 1350 Scenic Highway, Snellville 770-979-0138
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The Deal: Free storytime and fun activities every Wednesday and Saturday morning at 11 am. On Saturday, stick around for the free “Nook for Newbies” class at 1 pm to learn about how to use Barnes & Noble’s answer to the Kindle.
Good Though: Ongoing. Storytime offered every Wednesday and Saturday at 11 am; Nook class offered Saturdays at 1 pm.
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The Deal: For a fun date night activity, try out the at Gary’s Bistro. $20 per person gets you a taste of 6 different wines, plus a full buffet and live music.
Good Through: 5:30-9:00 pm March 23.
The Avenue at Webb Gin, 1350 Scenic Highway, Snellville 770-736-4799
The Deal: Do your kids love the Calico Critters? If so, bring them to Learning Express this Saturday, March 26, to meet Mrs. Fisher Cat. She’ll be there from 10 am to 6 pm – don’t forget your camera!
Good Through: Mrs. Fisher Cat will make her appearance March 26 only, but come to Learning Express any time!
Stone Mountain Park Campground, 770-498-5710
The Deal: Stone Mountain Park is offering a great deal to families new to camping who want to experience the great outdoors together. The special offer, called “Ready, Set, Camp!” means that for $99 (plus the site rental fee, which ranges from $25-$45 a night), you can arrive at your campsite to find the 4-person tent already set up, with 4 sleeping pads inside, ready to go. Best of all, the tent and pads are yours to keep; you’ll just have to set it up yourselves next time. Offer only available when booked online. Click here to book and for a list of everything else you’ll need to bring.
Good Through: December 31, 2011, excluding Memorial Day, July 4, and Labor Day weekends.
5. – BRIGADOON
Parkview High School, 998 Cole Drive, Lilburn
The Deal: Parkview’s Drama Department is presenting Brigadoon this weekend. Tickets are just $7 for adults and $5 for students, so it’s a little culture for a great deal. Brigadoon is an acclaimed Lerner & Lowe musical. Although it’s suitable for all ages, it may be a little over the heads of young children. Click here for a synopsis.
Good Through: Shows are March 24-26 at 7:30 pm and March 27 at 2:30 pm.
