Frugal Family: Your Guide to the Area's Weekly Deals

You could peruse the weekday circular to search for local discounts, but our "Frugal Family" list will highlight the best deals in the area. This week's list includes everything from creating a little art with your child or girlfriends to a discount on gift cards that will get you a lot of food for a cheap price.

Here's our guide to ensuring your wallet remains a bit more full this week:

1. , Eagan

Deals:

• Mondays: Parent and Me, child gets free studio fee with a paying adult
• Tuesdays:  Two for Tuesday, free studio fee with an equal paying studio fee
• Wednesdays: Food Shelf day, bring in a donation for the Food Shelf and get half-price studio fee
• Thursdays: Ladies Night, half-price studio fees for ladies from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
• Fridays: Pajama Night, half-price studio fees for anyone in their jammies

Good through: The month of February

2. , Eagan

Deals: Saturday, Feb 12 - Ruby Saves Valentine Storytime Party at 11 a.m. and Monday, Feb. 14 - Storytime and crafts at 10 a.m. Both events are free.

Good through: Monday, Feb. 14

3. Purple Sandpiper Bakehouse and Pub, Bloomington

Deals: Get $22 worth of menu items for only $10!

Good through: May 12

4. Lastrak Restaurant, Inver Grove Heights

Deals: $10 Gift Certificate for $5! $25 Gift Certificate for $10! Minimum purchase of $35. 18% Gratuity added prior to discount.  Valid for Dine In ONLY.

Good through: No expiration                              

5. , Eagan

   Deals: $10 Gift Certificate for $5! $25 Gift Certificate for $10! $50 Gift Certificate $20! $75 Gift Certificate $30! $100 Gift Certificate $40! Minimum purchase of $45. The gift certificates must be purchased through www.restaurants.com. A 18 percent gratuity will be added prior to discount. Valid for Dine-in only.

Good through: No expiration