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Frugal Family: Free Beach Parking, Cheap Sunscreen and Discounted Gear

It's only mid-July, but there are plenty of sizzling summer deals to be had.

  • DISCOUNTED BEACH GEAR
    Deal:
    The seasonal section at (just to the left when you walk in) is offering 25-percent discounts on all beach and pool gear and toys, from shovels and buckets to beach chairs and rafts.
    Good through: While supplies last.
  • FREE BEACH PASS
    Deal:
    Middletown residents can get a free beach sticker for Third Beach at the gazebo in the Sachuest Beach triangle at Hanging Rock Road and Sachuest Road.
    Good through: Labor Day
  • SHORT TERM BEACH PARKING FOR $2 OR LESS
    Deal:
    If you aren’t staying for too long or just want to hit the playground, snack bar or carousel at , head to the short term parking lot (second entrance) where the parking attendant will take a $20 deposit but will refund $18 if you are out of the lot within 90 minutes. Purchase a ride or a snack to have your ticket validated and you won’t pay a dime, as long as you get out in the same time frame.
    Good through: Labor Day
  • WATERSLIDE DAY PASS
    Deal:
    Speaking of Easton's Beach, if the kids are starting to drive you nuts this summer and you want to tucker them out a little, head over to where for only $6 for an all-day pass, they can take ride after ride on the waterslide. All day.
    Good through: Labor Day
  • STOCK UP ON SUNSCREEN
    Deal:
    Now that we’ve finally had a few good weeks of sunshine it should be time to re-stock the sunscreen supply. offers multiple brands for only $2.99 to $4.99.
    Good through:
    While supplies last.
  • SWIMWEAR FOR $20 OR LESS
    Deal: has swimwear for every member of the family from one pieces to separates and rash guards all on sale for between $4 and $20.
    Good through: While supplies last.
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