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Frugal Family: Date Night Specials—Cheap!

Enjoy some simple pleasures as a couple with the deals we've rounded up this week.

Date night on a tight budget? It's possible.

Rent movies to watch at home, take advantage of happy hour specials for dinner and drinks or grab a sweet treat together. (Many of the deals here will work for the whole family as well.)

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1. REDBOX

Deal: Step inside and pick up a recent movie from the Redbox machines inside.

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The Fine Print: Movie rentals start at $1 per night.

Extra, Extra: Go to the Redbox website to learn how you can stock up on rental credits and get free movie rentals online.

Good through: Everyday pricing.

2.

Deal: Rent two movies and get one free any day at . 

The Fine Print: Offer subject to change or end without warning.

Extra, Extra: Membership at Newark Video is free.

Good through: Ongoing

3.

Deal: Take advantage of special deals during Happy Hour, including $1 off beers on tap and savings on appetizers.

The Fine Print: Some restrictions and exclusions apply.

Extra, Extra: Add dessert to your meal with BJ’s signature Pizookie, a cookie and ice cream concoction.

Good Through: Ongoing promotion.

4.

Deal: Treat yourself to a scoop of ice cream for 31¢ at Baskin Robbin’s 31-Cent Scoop Night on Wednesday, April 27, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The Fine Print: Offer only valid during times listed above.

Extra, Extra: The night is dedicated to honoring America’s Firefighters, and Baskin Robbins will be donating $100,000 to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

Good Through: April 27

5.

Deal: Grab coffee at Starbucks and pick up a cake pop, under 200 calories, for just $1.50.

The Fine Print: Flavors and availability may vary by location.

Extra, Extra: Check out other Starbucks "petites."

Good through: Everyday pricing.

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