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Five Ways to Save $$ this Week: Cupcake Decorating Classes, Haircuts, Fashion and More

Five local deals to make life more affordable and, often, more fun.

[Note: This column is interactive: Readers and business owners should feel free to email columnist Kim Bova McDonald with deals in town you want to share or publicize.]

This week, Frugal Family has found deals on children's cupcake decorating classes, beauty supplies, haircuts, and fashion.

Remember to check with the merchant for additional conditions.

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Deal:
For the kids: Cupcake decorating classes. Reserve your spot!
For only $15 your class includes:

  • Chef's hat
  • Apron
  • Jumbo vanilla & chocolate cupcakes
  • All decorating supplies & instruction
  • Personalized containers

All classes are at 3:30 p.m.
Ages/Dates Are:

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  • Oct. 3rd - ages 10-12 - Cupcakes: Popcorn & Hamburger
  • Oct. 10th - ages 7-9 - Cupcakes: Glam Girl (girls) or Pirate (boys) and Spaghetti & Meatballs
  • Oct. 17th - ages 10-12 - Cupcakes: Witch on Fire & Witch's Head
  • Oct. 24th - ages 7-9 - Cupcakes: Graveyard & Spider

Fine Print: Contact for more details.

Deal:
September Specials!

  • $5 off the purchase of 2 Anew full size items
  • All Anew cleansers $12
  • 2 for $15 Blush & Eye shadow quads
  • 2 for $12 Naturals Lotions & Splash
  • When you spend $10 in the store, you can get
  • a shower gel, eye make-up remover or genics trial size cream for $2 (This can be done for every $10 spent)

Fine Print: Contact for more details.

Deal:
FREE haircut with any color service with Kelly and Allison just this Patch article when booking an appointment.

Fine Print: Appointment required. Expires 9/30/11. Contact for more details.

Deal:
50% OFF sale on clothing, both vintage-wear and gently worn designer labels. (Excludes accessories, purses and jewelry)

Fine Print: Expires 9/18/11. Contact for more details.

Deal:
Every month a new group receives a discount. In September TEACHERS receive 10% OFF their purchase.

Fine Print: Contact for more details.

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