Frugal Family: A Look at Local Bargains

We're all watching our family budgets these days. Whether shopping with coupons or looking for two-for-one deals, we're taking advantage of all sorts of offers and savings that help us stretch our dollars.

This column is dedicated to giving you five great local deals each week that will help your family’s bottom line, and since we do the scouting for you, you can save time as well as money.

You are a big part of this column. Let us hear about the deals you've seen. Just add them to our comment box. Then come back each week and see what we've uncovered together.

Be sure to check with your local merchant for additional conditions. This week's deals:

1. STARBUCKS

Deal: Swing by the Starbucks in Cabin John Shopping Center or Potomac Village to enjoy half-priced Frappuccino blended beverages from 3 to 5 p.m.

Good through: May 15

2. WHITE HOUSE | BLACK MARKET

Deal: White House | Black Market is opening at Westfield Montgomery Mall and to celebrate, the store is giving 20 percent off the entire purchase now through May 29. Pick up your coupon at Westfield Concierge.

Good through: May 29

3. THE OZ  

Deal: Pay $2 for a $25 gift certificate at this restaurant, located in the lobby of Bethesda's Doubletree hotel at 8120 Wisconsin Ave. Enter online promo code "MOM." Via restaurant.com

Good through: May 9

4. CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN

Deal: Get 50 percent off any purchase at California Pizza Kitchen. Buy a coupon at MobileSpinach.com for $3 for $6 on any purchase.

Good through: May 9

5. KABOB BAZAAR

Deal: Buy a $25 gift certificate to Kabob Bazaar at 7710 Wisconsin Ave. in Bethesda for $2. Enter promo code “MOM.” Via restaurant.com.

Good through: May 9