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Birthday Car Wash, Market Produce, Vision Care Deals and More

Head to the Farmers Market, or check out other deals around town.

This week's frugal family looks at a few markets.

First up, the has plenty of frugal finds. From local products, vegetables and, of course, all those yummy free samples, your family will save and have fun at the same time.

Also, is planning an Artists Market. Admission is free for both shoppers and exhibiters, so sign up if you want to show off your work.

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1.
Deal: Get a slew of vegetables and fruit at the Sharkar Farm tent. Select fruits and melons are three for $5. Bags of eggplant and vegetables starting at $2.
Good: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays.

2.
Deal: Attend the Artists' Market to find wall art, jewelry, home accessories, and fiber art, among other creations. There is entertainment and roller rink fare is served, in keeping with the historic building's original use as the community's roller skating rink. Free admission. Register here to exhibit.
Good: Aug. 28-30.


3.
Deal: Get a coupon for a free Timbits Dip when you 'like' Tim Hortons on Facebook.
Good: Ongoing.

4.
Deal: Disposable Contacts Lens Packages: Exam, fitting, follow-up care, care kit and two boxes of Acuvue lenses for $99 with coupon.
Good through: Aug. 31.

5.
Deal: Sign up here for special online deals, including free birthday car wash and package discounts.
Good: Ongoing.

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