Frugal Family helps to bring you the best deals in and around town so you and your family can keep more money where you need it the most – in your wallet. This week you will find great things to do with the kids or the whole family like story hour or Boston Harbor Cruises as well as a last chance to take part in the dining deals to be had during this summer’s Boston Restaurant Week.

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ROSLINDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY

DEAL: Take your tots for storytime on Thursdays at Boston Public Library’s Roslindale Branch. Geared towards children ages two and three, this story hour is free and great for the younger ones when their older brothers or sisters head back to school. It begins at 10:30 am every Thursday, but call in advance to make sure the event has not been rescheduled 617-323-2343.

Good On: Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

BOSTON’S BEST CRUISES

DEAL: Save on tickets for the whole family to take a Harbor Cruise or visit the Harbor Islands via ferry with the purchase of one of these vouchers. At $8, you will get a ticket to ride along with $5 credit for drinks and snacks, normally a $19 value.

Good Through: August 29, 2011

BOSTON RESTAURANT WEEK

DEAL: There’s still time to take advantage of Boston’s Summer Restaurant Week at many of your favorite restaurants. With a few days left to make reservations for a fixed price meal at a great price, you can enjoy a delicious dinner for $33.11 for three courses, lunch for $20.11 for three courses or opt for a light two-course lunch for only $15.11.

Good Through: August 26, 2011