Growing your own vegetables is a great way to save money, and it's also fun and educational for the kids. Find out how to start your garden with a free seminar at Mahoney's this weekend. Also this week, a lunch special at Bruegger's, an early release movie, and a great spring sale at Porch & Wardrobe. Be sure to check with each merchant for details and conditions.

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1. MAHONEY'S GARDEN CENTER
Deal: Sign up for the free "Be Your Own Farmer" seminar on Saturday at 11 a.m.
Good through: March 19

2. BRUEGGER'S
Deal: Get a cup of any soup and a bagel with butter for only $3.99.
Good through: Ongoing

3. NEXT DOOR THEATER: EARLY RELEASE MOVIE
Deal: See "Mary Poppins" for only $5 on Wednesday or Thursday at 1 p.m.

Good through: March 17

4. PORCH & WARDROBE
Deal: Take 20 percent off everything in the store at Porch & Wardrobe in Arlington during their First Day of Spring event. Sunday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Good through: March 20

5. BURGER KING
Deal: Get a BK® Single Stacker for only $1.

Good through: Ongoing