Frugal Family: Louie's Kids Club, 30 Percent Off at Old Navy and Gap and More

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.

Louie's Kids Club Membership for the Bowie Baysox

Deal: Free gift, invitations to special events and more

Good through: Ongoing

Why? Baysox games are family friendly and the club is a bonus for kids ages 3 to 12. For complete details and to sign up, click here. 

Discounts on Dinner and Catering from On the Border

Deal: $5 off of a $25 purchase in the restaurant, or 10 percent off of a catering order of $150 or more.

Good through: April 1, 2011

Why? Get a taste inspired by the Tex-Mex border for a discounted price or have a taco night at home for cheaper!

Deal: Special discounts on pretzels and snacks at .

Good through: Ongoing

Why? Pretzel lovers may disagree whether sweet or salty varieties are best, but no one can argue with a good deal. Sign up for Pretzel Perks on the website to get coupons and offers via e-mail or text.

30% Discounts at the Bowie Town Center and Online

Deal: Give & Get is Here! Enjoy 30 percent off.

Enjoy 30% off and and when you shop, the stores will give 5% of what you spend to World Wildlife Fund. Offer valid at Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Piperlime, Athleta, Gap Outlet, and Banana Republic Factory Store in-store or online.

Promo Code: In-store and online: K4C73B8VGFCX

Good through:  March 20, 2011

Why? Get 30 percent off while helping contribute to a great non-profit cause. Also, if you can't make it out to the Town Center, the offer is valid for online shopping as well.

You are a big part of this column. Let us hear about the deals you've seen. Just add them to our comment box or send an e-mail to joshua@patch.com with the subject "Frugal Family Deals."

Then come back each week and see what we've uncovered together.