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This Week’s Money Saving Deals: Fall Stock-Ups, Summer Close-Outs

Check out some weekly deals and ongoing specials we found in Waltham and Watertown.

Home Depot – Thinking ahead for next summer? Home Depot is clearing out patio furniture, grills, and more. Check out these end-of-season savings in the Arsenal Mall at 485 Arsenal St. in Watertown. Target – This week’s specials include an Emerson 12-bottle wine cooler on sale for $79.99 (reg. $99.99). The cooler boasts a manual temperature control and a digital display. Stop by Target at the Watertown Mall at 550 Arsenal St. CVS – It’s not too early to start stocking up for Halloween with costumes and candy. CVS has some deals on costumes (25 percent off) and fun size candy bars (Nestle 2/$5). Stop by any CVS in Watertown or Waltham for your pickings. Dress Barn – If it’s getting chilly for you ladies, stop by Dress Barn. Sweaters are buy …

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This Week's Money Saving Deals: Bridal Gowns and Blankets

This Week's Money Saving Deals: Bridal Gowns and Vera Bradley Blankets

Brides, get ready for Sunday, September 18. The all-day sales event  at Vows, 130 Galen St., Watertown. Customers have one hour to find a dress  among hundreds of gowns priced from $49 to $499.    Double your vision. Buy one pair of glasses and receive the second pair free at Pearle Vision, 485 Arsenal St., Watertown. Offer valid until Sunday, Oct. 2. Snuggle up this fall in a Vera Bradley blanket. Purchase the new Vera Bradley Stadium Blanket for $50 (regularly $65) at The Paper Store, 848 Lexington St., Waltham,  through Tuesday, Sept., 13. Maintain your wooden floors. Receive 10 percent off of Bona Floor Care Products with a coupon valid at Mr. Sweeper Sew & Vac, 443 Moody St., Waltham.

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This Week’s Money Saving Deals – TVs, Shoes and More

Check out this week’s savings tips and specials in Waltham and Watertown.

Best Buy – On the hunt for a good TV deal? Best Buy has several LED screen TVs on sale. Stop by and check them out in the Watertown Mall at 550 Arsenal St. Save up to $1200. Target – If you’re still fishing around for back to school or athletic clothes, stop by Target in the Watertown Mall at 550 Arsenal St. All Champion clothing is on sale through Sept. 10. Hannaford – If you want to enjoy ice cream, grab some Hood Ice Cream, on special this week at Hannaford. Stop by and pick out some half gallons for only $2.99 each at 55 Russell St. in Waltham. Stride Rite – If you’re looking for new shoes, try the buy one, get one 50 percent off special at Stride Rite. Stop by their outlet location in the Arsenal Mall at 485 Arsenal St. in Watertown. …

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This Week’s Money Saving Deals – Fitness And Flowers

Here are some savings tips and specials to check out in Waltham and Watertown.

Team Super Fitness at 36 Arsenal St. in Watertown, is offering a free one month gym trial. You can stay in shape this fall, as the trial includes access to all equipment, programs and group exercise classes. You also have the opportunity to enter to win a free one year membership. Hannaford Supermarket at 836 Main St. in Waltham makes it easy to get deals on the grocery items you want. Browse their Web site, create an account and get coupons for desired items. Then stop by their 55 Russell St. location in Waltham for your shopping. Anthony’s Florist at 50 North Beacon St. in Watertown offers many gifts under $35. Gifts include the Citrus Burst Bouquet and the Simply Cheerful Mixed Rose Bouquet. BJ’s at 66 Seyon St. in Waltham has several …

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This Week’s Money Saving Deals: Grills, Smartphones and More

Check out some of these sales and offers in Waltham and Watertown.

If you’re looking to replenish your household furniture, try Logan Furniture at 37 North Beacon St., Watertown, for their X-treme Value Packages. Deals may include delivery, a five-year protection plan, a gift card and more. See store for details. Trade Secret, a salon and beauty product shop in the Arsenal Mall, 485 Arsenal St., Watertown, has a $50 special. Purchase any styling tool $50 or more and receive $50 free toward your choice of anything in-store. RadioShack at 110 River St., Waltham, has a special on smartphones. With the "Shack Trade & Save Program", you can get a least $60 toward a new smartphone when you trade in an eligible one. Although summer is coming to a close, grilling season need not end. Home Depot at 100 …

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This Week's Money Saving Deals: Dance Lessons and Dinner For Two

This Week's Money Saving Deals: Dance Lessons and Dinner for two

Celebrate your married life with an Italian meal. Verona Restaurant, 18 Mt. Auburn St., Watertown, has an ongoing Anniversary Promo-Value, a dinner for two for $30. See their Web site for choice of entrées. Get your children ready for school sports with new shoes from Olympia Sports, 485 Arsenal St., Watertown. Buy one pair of footwear and receive 50 percent off the second pair. See store for promo details. Enjoy an after work nosh at The Wave Sports Pub, 411 Waverly Oaks Rd. No. 2, Waltham, with free appetizers every Thursday from 5-7 p.m., see pub for additional details. Don't miss out on True Value's, 232 Lexington St., Waltham, bargain of the month, including Wasp and Hornet Killer, two for $3, or deals on paint tray and paint brush …

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This Week's Money Saving Deals: Pet Services and Books

This Week's Money Saving Deals: Pet Services and Books

1. Learn how to swim or teach your child early how to navigate the water. First time swim students are eligible for Boston's Sports Club, 840 Winter St., Waltham, Swim Sale for summer sessions through Sunday, Sept. 4. Five sessions for $55.  2. Boost your energy with the power of juicing. Books that outline  remedies, health and healing mixes are on sale at Johnson Compounding & Wellness Center at 577 Main St., Waltham. “Juicing for Life” was $13.95  and is now $11.16, and “Juicing Book: A Complete Guide to the Juicing of Fruits and Vegetables  for Maximum Health” was $11.95 and is now $9.56.   3. Active Paws, 80 Trapelo Rd., Waltham is rewarding people for finding a home for an animal. Rescue an animal and receive 10 percent off dog …

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This Week's Money Saving Deals: Wine & Clothing

This Week's Money Saving Deals: Intimate Apparel and Wine.

1. Reminiss past summers spent in the rolling hills of Tuscany with a glass of bold Chianti wine. Magnolia Wine Co, 130 Belmont St., Watertown is discounting Ruffino Chianto at $19.99. If red isn't your poison, there is Ferrari-Carano Chardonnay discounted at $19.99. Also, mixed cases consisting of 12 bottles (standard size) are 20 percent off. See store for further details. 2. Reward yourself for setting money aside. Watertown Savings Bank, 45 Church St., Watertown, is holding a coupon promotion valid at local businesses in Watertown and Waltham. Receive a $100 when you open a checking account and set up direct deposit. See bank for promotion eligibility.   3. Braids aren't for girls only. At Just Cutz, 903B Main St., Waltham, men and …

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This Week's Money Saving Deals: Salon Services and Food Delivery

This Week's Money Saving Deals: Salon Services and Food Delivery

1. Is the heat and humidity making your hair frizzy? Straighten it at jathar Salon and Spa, 411 Waverly Oaks Rd., Waltham. First-time clients receive $150 off Bio-Iconic Straightening System with a coupon available on their Web site. 2. Indulge in America's “old time favorite” foods at Shopper's Cafe, 731 Moody St., Waltham. Weekday lunch specials include two-for-one hamburgers served in house from 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.  3. Redecorate your windows with new treatments. Bloom & Company, 60 Howard St., Watertown, is offering direct rebates from Hunter Douglass on: Duette Architella save $100 on four units and $25 on each additional unit, With Silhouette window shadings, save $100 on two units plus $50 for each additional unit. See Web site for…

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This Week's Money Saving Deals: Manicures and Gym Visits

This Week's Money Saving Deals: Manicures and Gym Visits

Visit your local butcher at the Meat Spot, 28 Mt. Auburn St., Watertown, for specialty cuts of meat. Weekly specials include choice cuts of black Angus sirloin steak tips for $7.99/lbs. center cut boneless pork loins for $4.99/lbs. and marinated chicken kebobs ready for the grill for $4.99/lbs., prices valid through Saturday, July 30.  For those who love to walk, Planet Shoes, 135 Second Ave., Waltham, is hosting the semi-annual clearance sale. Until Sunday, July 31, save up to 75 percent on Earth Puerta, Kenneth Cole Reaction, Clarks, Teva and Birkenstock among other earth and eco-friendly brands. Ladies treat your nails to a manicure and spa pedicure for only $30 at Angel Nails & Spa, 901A, Main St., Waltham. Offer is valid with coupon …

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