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Summer Shoe Sale, Discounts on Gas and Auto Repairs and Feed the Kids for Free this Week

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We’re all watching our family budgets these days and Patch wants to help you find ways to cut your monthly and weekly budgets. Check out this week’s findings.

If summer gas prices have gotten you down, then check out this incredible deal from . Earn points for every dollar you spend on groceries, gift cards and eligible pharmacy prescriptions when you use your Kroger card. Every $100 spent at Kroger gets you  10 cents off per gallon, all the way up to $1 per gallon for 1,000 points or more. So, $100 equals 10 cents off, $200 is 20 cents off and so on at the Kroger station itself. Shell points are redeemable at 10 cents per gallon off up to 100 points with 20 cents per gallon for 200 points or more. Get your free Kroger card in stores today.

In the true Italian tradition that no one leaves hungry, in Austell offers customers two free kids' meals with the purchase of an adult entree on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays all day long. Enjoy a little time out of the kitchen and let some one else do the cooking for a change. This special is ongoing.

Summer vacation season is here and now is the time to get the car ready for all those fun adventures. is here to the rescue. Check this link for money saving specials to keep the green in your wallet and not on repairs. Specials include a free transmission scan test, oil change and tune up for $64.90, brake service for $89.90 and many more great deals. Discounts are good through June 30, 2011.

Show off that new pedicure by taking advantage of current flip flop and sandals sale. With flip flops starting at $3.99 a pair and sandals up to 50 percent off, you’ll be in shoe heaven with all the great selections. Hats and sunglasses are also on sale to complete your summer ensemble. Sale prices are good through June 8, 2011.

For a little Saturday morning “me time” and something fun for the kids, go to for a free Bowlopolis party June 4, beginning at 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Children ages 12 and under are invited for free bowling, shoe rental, soft drinks, pizza and ice cream. There will also be free Bowlopolis DVD’s and more fun prizes. Sign up on the Brunswick Zone Bowlopolis website or call 866-925-1873 to register.

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