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Frugal Families: Back-to-School Savings

Save on back-to-school clothes and supplies.

It's that time of year again. The summer is coming to a close, and it's time to shop for ringed binders, backpacks and a new wardrobe that will make or break your popularity. This week, Patch has all the hot deals to keep going back to school affordable. 

- Deal: 20 percent off your back-to-school wardrobe at Harper's back-to-school event all day Friday, Aug. 12, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

- Deal: Buy-one-get-one-free Sanford or Pentel writing instruments, fashion-themed books, composition books, memo pads, notebooks or portfolios. Good through Aug. 11.

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- Deal: Get 10 percent off your back-to-school wardrobe when you mention its Facebook back-to-school shopping post. Good through the end of September.

Subway - Deal: Free Green Lantern reusable tote bag and accessory with any kids meal purchase. Great for carrying school supplies. Totes either come with bracelets for the girls or magic glasses and cuffs for the guys. Offer good while supplies last.

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- Deal:  September spa package, $69 for a 60-minute Swedish massage, 60-minute European facial and a glass of wine. Add a shampoo and conditioning treatment for $10. (To help the moms to unwind after a long summer with the kids). Good through the end of September.

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