Every week, I scour the cities for deals to pass along to you. This week, we steered away from restaurants, and I found some discounted and even free activities to keep you busy nearby. I also found a few shopping deals to help you save a little green. Have fun!
Tucker
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2323 Main Street, Tucker 770-938-7880
The Deal: All class fees are currently discounted 20%, so now is the time to sign your children (or yourself – adult classes are now available, too) up for a 6-week session. Also, for every person you refer that signs up for classes, you’ll get a free class session for yourself.
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Good Through: Indefinitely
3772 LaVista Road, Tucker 404-679-4408
The Deal: Free movie and popcorn the second Friday of every month. This month’s screening will be True Grit, starring John Wayne. (Note: Although the movie is rated G, this activity is geared for adults.)
Good Through: Friday, March 11, from 2pm-4pm. A free movie screening occurs once a month.
Near Tucker
OAK GROVE YOUNG CHILDREN’S SCHOOL CONSIGNMENT SALE
1722 Oak Grove Road, Decatur 404-636-7558
The Deal: Shop a sale supplied by over 300 consignors! Gently used, quality children’s clothes, great toys, and other items for less.
Good Through: Friday, March 11 9am-1:30pm and 6pm-8pm. Saturday, March 12 (1/2 price day) 9am-12:30pm
Stone Mountain
FREE INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE FOR SENIORS
Sue-Kellogg Branch of DeKalb County Library
952 Leon Street, Stone Mountain 770-413-2020
The Deal: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) will provide free income tax preparation for seniors over 60 years old. They will be at the Stone Mountain branch of DeKalb County Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-2pm. To find out if you qualify and for a list of what to bring, click here.
Good Through: Tuesdays and Thursdays through April 14
LEAPIN' LEPRECHAUNS AT MOUNTAIN PARK ACTIVITY BUILDING
1063 Rockbridge Road, Stone Mountain, GA 770-564-4680
The Deal: March 17, from 4-6 pm, bring your children for the “Leapin’ Leprechauns!” festivities. For just $5 each, your 4-10 year olds can play games, decorate green treats, and make a take-home craft. Call or register online by March 11.
Good Through: Event takes place March 17, but need to preregister by March 11.
Snellville
2350 Ronald Reagan Pkwy, Snellville 770-972-5300
The Deal: Click here to get a coupon for $5 off per person (can be used for up to 10 people). (Heads up: by printing the coupon, you’ll be putting yourself on a mailing list to receive monthly coupons and special offers from AMF.)
Good Through: Ongoing
2059 Scenic Hwy N, Snellville 770-972-0291
The Deal: The Semi-Annual Stock Up Sale is going on now. Most everything’s on sale (shirts, pants, and even shoes!). Adult prices start at $5, Kids’ items start as low as $4. Stock up for summer!
Good Through: Sale ends March 16. Prefer to shop online? Sale prices apply to oldnavy.com purchases, as well, with free shipping for all orders over $50.
This deal is also going on at the Duluth store (near Lilburn): 2255 Pleasant Hill Road, Duluth 770-823-4797
Lilburn
4028 Lawrenceville Hwy, Lilburn 770-279-0632
The Deal: Home Depot is having a huge appliance sale. All Energy Star appliances are currently 10% off, with free delivery. They'll even haul away the old ones. You can also get 10% off your first purchase, when you open a Home Depot credit card.
Good Through: March 16
94 Main Street NW, Lilburn 404-326-7306
The Deal: The store is hosting a book signing with Norcross author Sally Toole, author of Souls of Norcross and Remembering Norcross. The event is free, with cookies and coffee provided. Saturday, March 12, 1pm-3pm.
Good Through: March 12 only.
744 Beaver Ruin Road, Lilburn 770-921-0800
The Deal: Dollar Madness every Monday from 6pm-9pm. Skates, admission, and most concessions are $1 each.
Good Through: Ongoing