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Frugal Family: Antique Sale, Jazz Festival, Sports Physicals and More

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Posted Mon, May 23, 2011 at 5:33 pm ET|Updated Mon, May 23, 2011 at 8:35 pm ET

Here is our weekly round-up of great deals in and around town:

What’s the deal? Flea Market Antique Sale. Save 15 - 50%!
This will be a one-day-only sale and all items are one of a kind. Red Barn Mercantile specializes in fun and functional antiques and vintage accessories that add the right amount of personality to any room. Some popular items like vintage seltzer bottles, type blocks, industrial bins and metal gym baskets will be marked down.
Where: Red Barn Mercantile, 113 South Columbus Street
Alexandria
When: Saturday, May 28 | 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Details:Red Barn Blog

What’s the deal? 34th Annual Memorial Day Jazz Festival
American music played by jazz ensembles and orchestras performing in a variety of jazz styles. From 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. at Fort Ward Park. The park features amphitheater and grass seating. Attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic baskets. Food will be available for purchase and grills are available at the picnic sites. In case of inclement weather, the festival will be relocated to the Lee Center's Kauffman Auditorium, 1108 Jefferson St.
When: Monday, May 30 | 1 – 7 p.m.
Where: Fort Ward Museum & Historic Site Fort Ward Historic Park, 4301 W. Braddock Road, Alexandria
Cost: Free!
Details: 703-746-5592

What’s the deal? Free Sports Physicals
For student athletes interested in playing a sport next year, athletic trainers and Dr. Wolverton will perform physicals. The physical will begin in the athletic training room with a preliminary evaluation, the student will then proceed to the Teen Wellness Center for rest of the physical.
Where: T.C. Williams High School, Athletic Training Room, 3330 King St, Alexandria
Date: Weekly on Wednesdays | 3:30 – 5:15 p.m. Next on Wednesday, May 25
Cost: Free!
Details: Appointments must be scheduled with the athletic trainer and can be made in person or by phone at 703-824-6900.

What’s the deal? Grab your lunch or pack a picnic and head to Market Square for the Lunch Bunch Concert Series
Where: Market Square, 301 King St, Alexandria
When: Weekly on Wednesdays | 12:15 – 1:15 p.m. Next on Wednesday, May 25
Cost: Free, Open to All
Details: 703-746-5420

What’s the deal? $200 off new complete system purchase from R & B Heating and Air Conditioning -- Celebrating 31 years on the Avenue
Where: 1710 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria
When: Now until May 31
Details: R&B Inc.

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