Summer is in full swing and the weather is great. If your yard is not looking bright and happy, full of life and flowers, now is a great time to take care of it. Many local stores offer great prices on garden essentials and live plants. Here are five ways to save and beautify your yard right now.  1. Pike Nursery in Cumming Deal: Check out their store for red tag items right now with savings up to 50 percent off.  Good Through: Prices are good through Wednesday, June 13.  2. Big Lots in Cumming Deal: Big Lots carries garden tools, decor and as bagged mulch and plant food at discount prices.  …

In an effort to save money but still get out and about, Patch has found you ways to save money while eating out this week. We all do it, so why not choose places that you can do it cheaper? Here are five dining deals we think you may enjoy. 1. Chili's in Cumming Deal: Use this coupon and get a free appetizer or dessert with the purchase of an adult entree.  Good Through: The coupon expires on June 6. Sign up on their website to get future coupons including a $5 off one. 2. Rick Tanner's in Cumming Deal: Use this coupon for $5 off of a lunch or dinner to go order over $25. Good Through: The …

With summer in full swing, it is time to give your home and your wardrobe a bit of color and freshness. With these local deals, shoppers can do this without paying full price. Simple and small touches can have a big impact. Here are the deals we think you will enjoy this weekend.  1. Michaels in Cumming  Deal: Get up to 40 percent off of home decor and craft items through Saturday with these coupons.  Good Through: The coupons expire Saturday. 2. Old Navy in Cumming Deal: Use this Facebook coupon and get 10 percent off of your purchase. Shoppers will find summer fashion for the whole family…

If the kids are already complaining that they are bored on their summer vacation, you are in luck. There are several places available to take the kids to entertain them for free this week. Patch has come up with five of them for you to enjoy.  1. Free Bowling At Stars And Strikes in Cumming Deal: Sign up here and your kids will get free bowling all summer long. You still have to rent shoes but the bowling is free Monday through Saturday.  Good Through: The offer is valid all summer.2. Home Depot Kids Workshop in Cumming Deal: Bring the kids between 10 a.m. and noon on Saturday and they can …

Summer is here and there are days when it is just too hot to be outside. Cool off and take the kids to the movies. Local theaters are offering free and almost free movies all summer long. This is a list you will want to keep bookmarked so you can quickly find out what theater to head to on what day to see which movie. Here are your local theaters offering the program. 1. Summer Movies in Cumming Deal: Starting the week of June 5, come to Movies 400 for 10 weeks of summer fun every Thursday for only $2. Movie Combo includes: drink, popcorn, and admission for $2. Show times are Thursday at 10 a…

School is almost out and that means summer is finally here. Get out and enjoy the season with these great activities we have found in our area. Become one with nature for free, splash and cool off for a few bucks and then enjoy a free frozen drink. It's definitely time for some summer fun. Here are five deals to help you enjoy yourselves this weekend, and beyond. 1. Cumming Aquatic Center Deal: The Outdoor Leisure Pool is now open weekends only, but will open daily May 28-Aug. 8. The Aquatic Center features a 50-meter competition pool and a 25-yard instructional pool, as well as an outdoor …

The graduation announcements are in the mail and parties are being planned. If you have someone you love graduating from preschool, kindergarten, elementary school, middle school, high school, college or anywhere else, you may be out shopping for the perfect gift. Patch has come up with some great gift ideas and of course, they are affordable. Here are five ideas and ways to save in our area. 1. Parsons Gifts  Deal: The shop has specials on gift cards, presents and jewelry perfect for a graduate. Check out this page for their current promotions and coupons.  Good Through: The specials …

It is Mother's Day weekend. If you are looking for some last minute gift ideas for moms or graduates, Patch has found some deals for you. If you are looking for a fun way to spend the weekend without spending a fortune, we have you covered as well.   Menchie's Discount Deal: Bring in a canned food item on Friday from 6 p.m. until close and get half off of an 8 ounce cup of yogurt. One can get the discount for one yogurt treat.  Good Through: This is a one-day deal to collect needed food items for the commuity's hungry. Kohl's Deal: Get $10 in Kohl's cash to discount your purchase on a …

Mother's Day is this Sunday so if you haven't gotten your shopping ready, here is your last chance. Showing Mom you care does not have to cost you a fortune. Patch has found ways for you to express your thankfulness without emptying your pockets. Here are five deals we have found for you just in time for Mothers Day. 1. Lavender in Cumming Deal: The shop carries high-end brand items for women but they also have some great items on sale that would be perfect for Mom. They have clothing as well as accessories. Good Through: Sale items change on a regular basis and items may change at the store …

Mother's Day is just around the corner and Patch is ready to help out. Whether you are looking to get mom a handmade gift, something tasty or just hang out together, we have some ideas for you. Here are five ways to save money and do something for mom on Mother's Day or just because you love her.  1. Starbucks Deal: Between May 4 and May 13, visit Starbucks and pay half price for your frappuccinos between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.  Good Through: The offer is a limited time sale.  2. Bruster's  Deal: Use this coupon and get a free scoop upgrade on ice cream or yogurt. You can also get $2 off of a …

Every week Cumming Patch comes up with ways that your family can save money while still acting like a family. Cutting back does not have to be painful. This week, your family can enjoy activities together or dads can sneak the kids out to make gifts for moms just in time for Mother's Day. Kids can even help decorate the house with some fun projects. Whatever you decide to do this week, be sure to check for deals and coupons. There is no reason to spend more than you need to. Here are five ideas we have for you this week.  1. Build A Terrarium Deal: Kids can build their very own terrarium for …

Earth Day celebrations are all around us this weekend. Whether you want to go to a festival celebrating cultures of the world or go on a guided nature trail, Cumming Patch has options for you to choose from. Here are five fun activities for your family that won't break the bank. 1. Earth Day Tote Bag Decorating in Cumming Deal: Michaels will have a make it and take it craft event in celebration of Earth Day. The tote decorating activity is perfect for kids over the age of 3 and it is free.  Good Through: This is a one day event and it will be held on Sunday from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. 2. Fun …

This is a week full of great activities and deals. Adults and kids alike will be able to have some fun and save with these great Patch bargains. Here are 5 deals that we think your family will enjoy this week.  1. Relay For Life Survivor Dinner Celebration in Cumming Deal: This event is free to survivors of cancer and their caregivers. It will be held at Matt Elementary School in Cumming at 7 p.m. on Friday. There will be entertainment and door prizes. For more information, look here.  Good Through: This is a one-day event. 2. Chick-fil-A Date Knight Deal: Reserve your space right away for …

The cold weather is over, or at least it should be. Now is a great time to get the lighter hair colors for spring and summer, get tans and freshen up your skin. Cumming Patch has found some really nice salons that are offering some pretty great deals right now. You can get ready for summer and look your best without paying full price to do it. Here are five deals we think you may like.  1. Joseph And Friends Salon Deal: Get 10 percent off during your birthday month, if you refer a friend to the salon or if you write an online review of the salon.  Good Through: These are ongoing promotions …

Spring has sprung and if you have not gotten the house and family ready for it, now is the time. Cumming Patch will help you with some great deals this week for your home, spouses and kids. Here are five deals we think you should check out this week.  1. Bath and Body Works  Deal: Use this coupon for a free full size gift with purchase on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you cannot make it on Saturday, use this coupon before April 16 and get 20 percent off of your purchase. Good Through: These coupons each have their own expiration dates listed.  2. Donut Depot Deal: The Donut Depot is …

The spring wardrobe and home styles are in the local stores and with this nice weather and Easter this weekend, your family is certainly going to need them. Get the latest fashions, brighten up your home, stay cool and save money while doing it. Whether you need to liven up the house or get warm weather items for the kids, mom or dad, Patch has found some great deals for you.  1. Kohl's  Deal: Spring decor, cool weather bedding, clothing, shoes and housewares are all at Kohl's. Use this Kohl's coupon and save 20 percent off on everything at the store.  Good Through: The coupon expires …

This is the last full weekend before Easter. If you are planning on getting great pictures of the kids all dressed up, this is your last big weekend to get them with a rabbit. Shops have great deals on clothes, basket fillers and home decor. Whatever your needs are this weekend to prepare for the holiday, there are ways to get the items you need and still save money.  Here are the deals that we found for you this week around Cumming. 1. Free Photos with the Easter Bunny Deal: Your kids can have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny for free at The Avenue Forsyth. Bring your camera and hop…

This is the last full weekend before Easter and if you have not gotten your pictures with the bunny or your basket fillers, it is not too late. These great deals will help you fill baskets at discount prices with items the kids will love. Check out the free egg hunts in Cumming and nearby towns for a day of family fun and pictures. Or, if Easter is not what you want to think about this weekend, grab a coupon and spend the afternoon at a kids bounce house. Here are five great deals we found for your family this week.   1. Easter Basket Supplies Deal: Use this coupon on Saturday and get $10 off…

If you have not discovered Pinterest, you are missing out on a great resource for creativity as well as saving money. Ideas are all over the site for ways to decorate your home and garden, put outfits together, organize your life and anything else you can possibly think of. But, personally, I think that one of the best ways to use Pinterest is to see what projects you can create and save money doing yourself rather than buying.  With spring and Easter upon us, many of us will change out the decor in our homes. We will go out with the winter colors and bring in the bright spring colors. Door …

Celebrate the beginning of spring with these great deals. Whether your family is ready for a cool and refreshing treat, ready to decorate for the season or is ready to learn all about spring, this week has some fun opportunities for fun without breaking the bank. Here are five deals that we think you will enjoy in the week ahead.  1. Menchies in Cumming Deal: Come in to the Menchies Cumming Marketplace on Friday between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. and get an 8 ounce cup for $1. Good Through: This is a one-day event.  2. Ice Cream Deals All Season Long Deal: Sign up for Bruster's Sweet Rewards …