Frugal Family: March 23 to March 30

1. 

Deal: Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal every Wednesday and Sunday night at the Issaquah Pallino at 6150 East Lake Sammamish Parkway SE and in Redmond at the Pallino in . Drinks not included.

Good through: Ongoing

2.

Deal: Turn your smart phone into a mobile  card. Pay and earn rewards from the My Rewards program using this free software application.  Here is a trick – order and scan separately for each drink in a multi-drink order and you’ll rack up “stars” faster and earn free beverages sooner. And all registered  card holders get a free birthday beverage of your choice.

Good through: Ongoing.

3. 

Deal: Kid broke his glasses – again? Take advantage of this semi-annual sales event and get 50 percent off lenses at the  LensCrafter with a frame purchase.

Good through: April 3, 2011

4. CHAMPION GROCERY

Deal: It is worth the trip to Champion’s new location on 1175 NW Gilman St. in Issaquah for screaming deals on lunch box staples and organic products including 50 percent off Tom’s of Maine toothpaste. Note the store's hours, Wednesday to Saturday, 9 am to 6 pm, closed Sunday to Tuesday. 

Good through: Ongoing

5. JO-ANN'S FABRIC AND CRAFT STORE

Deal: Get crafty at  in Bellevue's  with the current sale including 50 percent off fleece fabric, 25 percent off Bernat yarns and up to 40 percent off papercraft supplies. And click on this link to get digital coupons, good for even more savings, sent directly to your mobile device.

Good through: Saturday