Frugal Family: Pancakes for Dinner? If They're Free, Yes

This week, Frugal Family scoured our local sources to come up with great deals on pancakes, family photos and lawn care.

Remember to check with the merchant for additional conditions:

1. Free pancakes at IHOP March 1

Deal: Free short stack of pancakes at the March 1. All they ask for is a donation to the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals and other designated local charities
Good through: 10 p.m. today

2.  Fox River Lawn Care two free mowings

Deal: Get two free mowings with the signing of a season-long contract
Good through: No expiration given. 

3. Shannon Range Photography Easter mini sessions

Deal: $34.99 for 15 minute session with or without "critters"
Good through: Sessions are April 10-11 

4. Choo Choo Johnny's, Naperville

Deal: Free ice cream Monday and Tuesday with a kid's meal, $3 shakes on Friday, 10 percent off senior citizens every Wednesday
Good through: Ongoing 

5. Rainbow Play Systems, Inc.,

Deal: Save up to 40 percent on residential play equipment for kids
Good through: March 21