Frugal Family: Shop Locally, Save Money

Spring soon will be upon us—did you know we may see 60 degrees on Tuesday?— which means venturing outside again. So get ready with deals on running gear, allergy medicine, golf clubs and gardening supplies. And for those who really want to think ahead, receive a sign-up bonus from Downers Grove Swim and Raquet Club for the 2011 summer season.

, 5155 Main St., Downers Grove, 630-493-0800
Deal:  Winter Clothing Sale—all winter clothing is 25 percent off. Also, for every $300 you spend at Runners Grove, you will receive $15 off your next purchase.
Good through:  While supplies last.

, 7221 Lemont Road, Downers Grove, 630-960-4560; 6240 Belmont Road, Downers Grove, 630-960-4160; 1000 Ogden Ave., Downers Grove, 630-493-1567
Deal:  Go to Coupons.com and print a $2 off coupon for PediaCare kids' medicines, then combine it with the $5 off store coupon in the Walgreens ad to get fever reducer and allergy medicine free this week.
Good through:  March 12

, 6216 Main St., Downers Grove, 630-963-7810
Deal:  Get Miracle Grow seed starting potting mix for just 99 cents, with $3 in-store rebate; limit 3.  Also, save 50 precent on Craftsman tool bag combos.
Good through:  March 31

, 2020 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove, 630-495-4880
Deal:  Save up to $150 on Callaway Diablo Edge Drivers & Woods. Also, for a limited time only, trade in your old driver or irons for up to $100 toward the purchase of new ones.
Good through:  March 12

, 5560 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove, 630-515-9444
Deal:  Join today and receive a 2011 New Family Welcome Basket valued at $180
Good through:  While supplies last.