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Frugal Family: 20 Percent Off Hitachi Power Tools

Once a week, Patch presents a list of five opportunities to save some cash.

Maplewood-Brentwood Patch wants to help you kick off April right with another selection of great discounts from businesses in the area.

Each week, our Frugal Family column publishes a variety of opportunities for savings to keep your checking account out of the red. And as the weather heats up, so do the deals. This edition even includes two totally free events.

1. in Maplewood
If you're gearing up for some home improvement projects, now may be the time to stock up on new power tools.
Deal
: Take up to 20 percent off a selection of 11 Hitachi tools. Check the image gallery for two examples of items on sale.
Good Through
: May 6

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2. in Webster Groves
See a collection of plays written by area fifth-graders this Friday at 10:30 a.m.
Deal
: Admission is free and open to the public.
Good Through
: April 8

3. in Kirkwood
Develop pre-literacy skills in your young ones from 18 months to five years with a session each Friday, beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Deal
: Admission is free and open to the public.
Good Through
: Continuous

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4. in Crestwood
Come on, now. It may not taste great, but it's good for you.
Deal
: Fresh asparagus costs just $1.88 per pound.
Good Through
: April 9

5. in Crestwood
When your white towels begin to look ratty, frayed and a little less than white, it's time to stock up on some new ones.
Deal
: Colormates Basics bath towels are $3.39, in-store only. Regular price is $7.99.
Good Through
: April 9

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