Attention Creve Coeur shoppers: If you’re in the market for clothes, shoes, school supplies or computers, the first weekend in August is the time to buy. That’s when Missouri is holding its annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, saving shoppers 4.225 percent in state sales tax on certain items. It begins at midnight Friday, Aug. 5 and ends at midnight Sunday, Aug. 7. Cities and counties within the state have the choice of whether to take part in the program. St. Louis County, which has a 2.7-percent tax rate, and the City of Creve Coeur, have both opted to waive their taxes during that …

, Clayton-Richmond HeightsDeal: 60 percent off select items including Marimekko bedding, a digital wine thermometer and furnitureGood through: While supplies last, Clayton-Richmond HeightsDeal: Clearance on footwear, apparel, outerwear, accessories, luggage and leather goodsGood through: No end date was given for the sale., FlorissantDeal: Room Essentials are on sale. Room Essentials XL twin duvet cover and sham set or down-alternative comforter $20 each Room Essentials Fast Dry bath towel $4 Room Essentials bed set $37 Room Essentials any-size jersey sheet set $20 Good through: Saturday, …

MARYLAND HEIGHTS/CLAYTON/FLORISSANT PORTER PAINTS Deal: Print this coupon for 15 percent off retail price of any Hi-Hide interior latex wall and trim paints 15 percent off retail price of any Acri-Shield exterior, 100 percent acrylic house and trim paints 15 percent off retail price of any Silken Touch interior wall and trim paints 20 percent off Pro-Master roller covers Date: No expiration date was indicated.CLAYTONBUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP Deal: The Honey Deal Den offers 20 to 50 percent off select merchandise, including furry friends, clothing, accessories and Zhu Zhu pets.Date: No expiration …

MACY'S Florissant/ Clayton-Richmond HeightsDeal: Take $20 off a wedding registry gifts valued at $100 or more. Use coupon code GETAGIFT on line, or print coupon for in store savings.Good through: June 30 MACY'S Florissant/ Clayton-Richmond HeightsDeal: The Hot One Sale2O percent  off select sale and clearance apparel for the family.2O percent  off jewelry.15 percent off all sale and clearance shoes, coats, suits, dresses, intimates; suit separates and sport-coats; and select home items.10 percent off all sale and clearance watches.*Some exclusions, discounts are applied to already reduced …

We're all watching our family budgets these days. Whether shopping with coupons or looking for two-for-one deals, we're taking advantage of all sorts of offers and savings that help us stretch our dollars. This column will be dedicated to giving you great local deals each week that will help your family’s bottom line, and since we do the scouting for you, you can save time as well as money. You are a big part of this column. Let us hear about the deals you've seen. Just add them to our comment box. MATTRESS FIRM Creve CoeurDeal: Memorial Day Sale: Financing deal: 0 percent interest for 4 …

We're all watching our family budgets these days. Whether shopping with coupons or looking for two-for-one deals, we're taking advantage of all sorts of offers and savings that help us stretch our dollars. This column is dedicated to giving you great local deals each week that will help your family’s bottom line, and since we do the scouting for you, you can save time as well as money. You are a big part of this column. Let us hear about thedeals you've seen. Just add them to our comment box. Then come back each week and see what we've uncovered together. Please be sure to check with the …

We're all watching our family budgets these days. Whether shopping with coupons or looking for two-for-one deals, we're taking advantage of all sorts of offers and savings that help us stretch our dollars. This column will be dedicated to giving you five great local deals each week that will help your family’s bottom line, and since we do the scouting for you, you can save time as well as money. You are a big part of this column. Let us hear about the deals you've seen. Just add them to our comment box. This week, Frugal Family scoured our local sources to come up with great deals on dessert …

PACIFIC CAFE 11921 Olive Blvd., Creve Coeur, MO 63141Deal: An exclusive deal for  Patch readers: Buy one item and receive one item of equal or lesser value FREE! Just tell them saw the deal here on Patch.Good through: This offer ends Sunday, April 17. YMCA's HEALTHY KIDS DAY   Deal: A FREE day of fun to motivate parents and kids alike to improve their health. This event at the YMCA in Maryland Heights encourages parents to make time for play for the whole family that involves physical activity. The goal is for kids and parents alike, "to have fun and achieve greater health and well-being for …

We're all watching our family budgets these days. Whether shopping with coupons or looking for two-for-one deals, we're taking advantage of all sorts of offers and savings that help us stretch our dollars. This column will be dedicated to giving you five great local deals each week that will help your family’s bottom line, and since we do the scouting for you, you can save time as well as money. You are a big part of this column. Let us hear about the deals you've seen. Just add them to our comment box. Then come back each week and see what we've uncovered together. This week, Frugal Family …

We're all watching our family budgets these days. Whether shopping with coupons or looking for two-for-one deals, we're taking advantage of all sorts of offers and savings that help us stretch our dollars. This column is dedicated to giving you great local deals each week that will help your family’s bottom line, and since we do the scouting for you, you can save time as well as money. You are a big part of this column. Let us hear about the deals you've seen. Just add them to our comment box. Then come back each week and see what we've uncovered together. Please be sure to check with the …

We're all watching our family budgets these days. Whether shopping with coupons or looking for two-for-one deals, we're taking advantage of all sorts of offers and savings that help us stretch our dollars. This column is dedicated to giving you great local deals each week that will help your family’s bottom line, and since we do the scouting for you, you can save time as well as money. You are a big part of this column. Let us hear about the deals you've seen. Just add them to our comment box. Then come back each week and see what we've uncovered together. Please be sure to check with the …

This week, Frugal Family scoured our local sources to come up with great deals on furniture delivery, stretched canvases, Lasik financing, iPhones, running shoes, American food, swingsets, and comedy club tickets. Remember to check with the merchant for additional conditions:    1. CAROL HOUSE FURNITURE Deal: Free set up and delivery within one week on all purchases that are more than $500.Good through: End date not specified 2. MICHAELS Deal: Take 50 percent off all artist’s gallery wrapped stretched canvas (included red and green label spline wrapped canvas)Good through: March 12 3. …

We're all watching our family budgets these days. Whether shopping with coupons or looking for two-for-one deals, we're taking advantage of all sorts of offers and savings that help us stretch our dollars. This column will be dedicated to giving you great local deals each week that will help your family’s bottom line, and since we do the scouting for you, you can save time as well as money. You are a big part of this column. Let us hear about the deals you've seen. Just add them to our comment box. Then come back each week and see what we've uncovered together. Please be sure to check with …

Deal: 69¢ boxes of movie theater candy (limit 6) Good through: February 26, 2011 2.  Deal: Banana splits are only $2.50 every Monday. Good through: End date not specified 3.  Deal: Sign up to be a member with Shutterfly on-line and receive 50 free 4 x 6 prints that can be picked up at a Target, Walgreens, or CVS. Good through: End date not specified 4.   Deal: Sterling Silver USDA Choice Boneless Strip Steaks $12.99/lb (save $4/lb). Good through: February 28, 2011 5.  Deal: 50% off entire stock of bed pillows and mattress pads (including memory foam) Good through: February 27, 2011 6.   Deal…

Famous FootwearNeed spring shoes for the family? Get 10 percent off your entire purchase at Famous Footwear. Clearance is also 40 to 70 percent off.Famous Footwear CouponAvenueMake mom happy at the "Love Your Bra Event" Buy One Get One for $10. Final winter clearance is up to 60 percent off.Dierbergs / GrossologyBuy One Get One FREE, tickets to the Grossology exhibit at the St. Louis Science Center.Grossology CouponSt. Andrews Cinema "Home of the Dollar Show"Tickets are only $1 for any movie, any time.  Hot dogs are also only $1, also offered are free refills for large sodas and popcorn. …

Once Upon a Child PATCH EXCLUSIVEGood through: Feb. 16 Deal: Patch.com readers only, receive 10 percent off your whole purchase when you mention Patch. Take advantage of this deal to stock up on goodies for the kids. Burger King PATCH EXCLUSIVEGood through: Feb. 28 Deal: Buy a kids meal get one free. The catch: You must mention you saw the deal on Patch.com. This deal is only valid for the Burger King in Creve Coeur. More Feb. deals: $1.00 for a 30 oz soda.Fridays after 11 a.m.: $2.99 BK Big Fish Meal: BK Big Fish, small fry and a small drink.Every Tuesday 4-8PM : $2.99 for a WHOPPER® VALUE …

We're all watching our family budgets these days. Whether shopping with coupons or looking for two-for-one deals, we're taking advantage of all sorts of offers and savings that help us stretch our dollars. This column will be dedicated to giving you great local deals each week that will help your family’s bottom line, and since we do the scouting for you, you can save time as well as money. You are a big part of this column. Let us hear about the deals you've seen. Just add them to our comment box. Then come back each week and see what we've uncovered together. Please be sure to check with …