These head-turning specials in Farmington and Farmington Hills will lead to lovely holiday memories: Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio Deal: Too many deals and specials to list, but we really like the buy a $25 gift certificate get a $5 spa voucher offer! When: Through Dec. 15 Moda Salon and Spa Deal: Ask for these deals by name when booking your appointment: New clients only - Promotion #5 gives you $5 off a Shellac manicure,  and Promotion #6 takes $10 off of a pedicure. When: Through Dec. 31 Salon Dettore’ Deal: Register for their mailing list and get a coupon for $15 off your first service. …

Fill up on restaurant bargains this month. Check out savings you can sink your teeth in to: Cosi Deal: Put $50 on your gift card and get a $10 bonus card free! When: Through Dec. 15 Max and Erma’s Deal: Bring your appetite for this holiday deal; get a $5 bonus holiday card for every $25 gift card you purchase. When: Through Dec. 31 California Pizza Kitchen Deal: Receive a $20 reward card when you spend $100 on gift certificates. When: Through December 24 Ruby Tuesday Deal: Spend $50 on gift cards and get a $15 bonus coupon to use in January. Some restrictions apply.  When: Through Dec. 31 …

Black Friday is one of the busiest shopping days of the year as millions of dollars are spent on holiday gifts for friends and family. Did you know that shopping at locally owned stores keeps more of that money in your neighborhood? It’s true! Read up on the many benefits of shopping local at the 3/50 project website. You can learn how to make your dollars go further in Farmington and Farmington Hills by checking out the offers and ideas featured in this week’s Frugal Family: ACO Hardware Deal: You can’t get more local than shopping ACO Hardware. This Farmington Hills-based chain has two …

Like it or not, winter is right around the corner. Is your home ready for the snow to fly? Is your car prepped and ready? Stay warm and save big with this week’s warm winter savings! Bed Bath and Beyond Deal: Need a new blanket? Save 20 percent on your purchase when you sign up for the Bed Bath and Beyond email club. When: Ongoing Filtrete Furnace Filters Deal: Your furnace will work more efficiently and save you money when it has a fresh filter! Kmart sells Filtrete filters, and you can save $4.00 with this rebate. When: Through Nov. 30, 2011 Wendy’s Deal: To launch their new Redhead …

Have you started your holiday shopping yet? If not, this week’s deals may put you in the holiday spirit. We also have a special deal for veterans: Dollar General Deal: In honor of Veteran’s Day Friday, Dollar General is offering a 10 percent discount to active-duty military, veterans and retirees. A coupon is available in the store circular or by requesting one in store.  When: Nov. 11, 2011 Payless Shoe Source Deal: Print this on-line coupon and get 15 percent off your next purchase! When: Through Nov. 30, 2011 ABC Warehouse Deal: They have a “gift with purchase” deal this week, purchase …

Shop local, look good, eat free, save big – there's something for every frugal family this week! Ruby Blu Salon 2 Deal: Freshen up your look with a cut and color or highlights from this downtown Farmington salon. Upgrade your cut to a cut with color or highlights and save 10 percent, plus choose from a free wax service or deep conditioning treatment. When: Through Nov. 14 Mentobe Cafe Deal: Savor the season with hot cider and a fresh doughnut for only $3 at Mentobe Café. When: Through Nov. 14 Tubby’s Submarines Deal: $5 for a foot long deli sub. Perfect quick and easy carryout dinner for …

This week’s Frugal Family has family friendly events and savings paired with discounts you can really sink your teeth into. International Coffee House at Longacre House Deal: Free admission to this Heritage Week event. Enjoy entertainment from Miz Rosie the storyteller, the East Middle School Choir and the Harrison High School Dance troupe. Coffee and sweets will be available to purchase from Mentobe Café. When: Wednesday Oct. 19, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Governor Warner Mansion Pumpkin Carving Porch Party Deal: $5 or $15 per family (up to 4 people) includes cider, donuts, games and fun at the Governor …

We are serving up plenty of shopping and a helping of family-friendly fun this week. Dig in: Farmington Hills Fire Department Open House Deal: Explore the fire house, fire trucks and enjoy games, dress up, clowns and more at this year’s open house. This fun filled family event is free. When: Friday Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Farmington Hills Ice Arena at Founder’s Sports Park Deal: Enjoy a free open skate along with cider, cookies and tips from instructors. Skate rental is $2.50. When: Saturday, Oct. 15, 11:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m. Fall Fantasy Mind, Body and Spirit Festival at Off the Beaten Path …

Enjoy a slice of savings with this week’s frugal family offerings! Wine Tasting at John Cowley and Sons Deal: Explore Italian wines with this tasting hosted by Mike Larranaga. Includes tastings of four wines paired with appetizers prepared by Chef Brendan. $30 per person, reservations recommended. When: Oct. 5, 7 p.m. Pizza Palooza! Deal: Try the best pizza the City of Farmington Hills has to offer. Several pizza places in Farmington Hills have partnered up to offer all you can eat pizza for just $7 in advance or $10 at the door. Children 3 and under are free. This family friendly event at …

Special events are side by side with free and discounted food this week: Downtown Farmington Dinner and a Movie Deal: After enjoying a movie at the Farmington Civic, take your ticket stub next door to Cowley’s for 10 percent discount on your meal. Valid same day only. When: Ongoing Taste of Longacre Event Deal: Are you planning a wedding, baby shower or other special event? Longacre House is the perfect location to host your party. You must preregister for this free event (see the event listing linked above) featuring tastings, tours and more. Event planners will be on hand to guide you in …

How sweet it is! Check out these deals featuring health and safety, a brand new Farmington business and something to satisfy your sweet tooth! Walk with a Doc Deal: If osteoarthritis is of concern to you, join this free event with Dr. Cuesta. Take a stroll through Heritage Park, with the opportunity to ask questions and hear from a Botsford Hospital physician. Meet at the Nature Discovery Center. When: Sept. 23, 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Women’s Self Defense Class Deal: $8 admission provides self defense training with Jeff and Connie Duncan, both black belt martial artists of Farmington Martial Arts, at …

Today's list of great deals in Farmington and Farmington Hills includes family-friendly events, buy ahead savings and a dinner coupon the whole family will enjoy. We also have a special deal for Botsford employees: Mom to Mom Sale Deal: If you have young children and haven’t shopped a Mom to Mom Sale, you are missing out on some terrific deals. $1 gets you in the door at First United Methodist of Farmington; the bargain hunting is up to you! When: Sept. 16, 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Pancake Breakfast Deal: A free-will donation gets you a great breakfast at First United Methodist of Farmington on …

Summer is ending, but you still have time to get fit and feel good. Check out these deals, including offers that benefit the whole family! Hockey Clinic Deal: Free clinic for all ages at Suburban Ice in Farmington Hills. Pre-registration required. When: Saturday Aug. 27, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Splash Bash! Deal: Its fun, it’s wet, it’s FREE. Grab your suits and bring the kids to Heritage Park for Splash Bash. Enjoy dinner for a nominal fee from Yesterday’s Coney Island. Watch a movie, How to Train your Dragon, at 8:30 p.m. Don’t forget the bug spray! When: Monday Aug. 29, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. …

It is now the middle of August, the summer is nearly over. When September rolls around, the pools will close and the schools will open. This is an exciting time at the Lucksted house. Our oldest is headed to high school and our youngest starts kindergarten. Trying to get a handle on what each child needs to have a wonderful school year can be a daunting task. Between shopping for school supplies, changing back to a “school” schedule during the day and preparing for the happy chaos that is getting kids out the door, on the bus, with homework and lunch boxes, all on time, can be overwhelming. I…

There is something for everyone this week, with bowling, cosmetic, ice cream and coffee drink freebies, plus big savings on back-to-school necessities. Drakeshire Lanes Deal: Free game of bowling. Sign up to get one free game on Aug. 6! When: August 6 Ulta Deal: Gift with purchase. Get a 13-piece gift set with $17.50 purchase of Ulta cosmetics. This is my favorite of Ulta’s special offers. The gift includes nail polish, two eye shadow quartets, full size mascara and more. When: While supplies last Office Max Deal: Many back-to-school bargains including rulers and 24-pack crayons for a penny! …

Save on back to school supplies or get your craft on with these deals and events. Michaels Deal: Free make and take, South African Animal and Friendship bracelet. For ages three and up, adult supervision required. While supplies last. Do a bit of shopping while you’re there with a printable coupon giving you 40 percent off any regular price item. When: July 28, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Discounted carnival rides Deal: Wadeshows.com and local merchants are offering discount coupons for rides at the Family Fun Fest Carnival in Founders Sports Park. Look for the colorful red posters in store windows, or …

Coins are all you’ll need for some of our deals this week. We have school supply specials that will have you digging in the sofa for spare change so you can cash in on the bargains. Office Max Deal: Penny-a-pack lined filler paper, limit two with a $5 minimum purchase. Check out other deals like $1 Sharpie Tank Highlighters and Two for $3 glue sticks. Visit Office Max at 30180 Grand River or 31219 W. 14 Mile Road. When: Through July 23, 2011 Walgreens Deal: 19-cent Paper Mate mechanical pencils, also 9-cent folders, 39-cent notebooks and 49-cent glue stick three packs. Other back-to-school …

Back to school time? Yes, it’s already time to think about the kids heading back, especially if you are looking to save money on school supplies!  If you aren’t ready for school supplies you can keep cool with a BOGO offer from Dairy Queen. Or take a break from the Founders Festival fun and check out a way to lower your water bill while helping the environment with an event sponsored by Salem United Church of Christ. Staples Deal: Big back to school savings on multiple items this week. Eight pack of Bic pens for one cent, Multi-packs of Sharpies for $1 and several rebate deals, including a 25…

Bargains abound with this week’s printable coupon deals. Get $5 for the kids to spend in Kmart bucks or wet your whistle with buy one, get one free lemonade or a 99¢ iced tea. Quiznos Deal: Printable coupon for $1 off a regular sub or $2 off a large sub.   When: Through July 10 McDonald’s Deal: Printable coupon for buy one, get one free frozen lemonade, frappe or real fruit smoothie. Our community has several McDonalds locations: 38400 W. 10 Mile, 37555 W. 12 Mile, 24020 Orchard Lake Road, and 31325 Orchard Lake Road. When: Through July 31 Tim Horton’s Deal: 99¢ for any size iced tea or a …

Monday, July 4 marks the 235th birthday of the United States of America. You’ll need a lot of snacks and ice cream for a party that big – and we've got deals to help you do it on the cheap. Baskin Robbins Birthday Club Deal: Members get a free 2.5 oz birthday cone. Sign up the kids too! When: On-going Silver Dairy and Superman Deal: Celebrate the Man of Steel's 73rd birthday with serious savings, and enjoy a Superman ice cream cone for only 73¢! When: Thursday, June 30 Target circular Deal: Their weekly circular is filled with bargains, but two really jumped out at me. Check out 12 packs of …