Each week, Patch looks at a mix of goods and services around town. For more information about each company, click on the business name in blue.

Remember to check with the merchant for additional conditions.

1. SCHAFER'S HOUSE OF MUSIC 

Deal: School band instrument rentals deals going on now that include 40 percent off select instrument reeds and 30 percent off instrument accessories like care kits and mouth pieces. 

Good through: Limited-time offer.

2. SUSAN'S HALLMARK

Deal: Pillow Pets and sandals are now on sale with a buy one get one for half off deal.

Good through: Limited-time offer.

3. MY STRONGER SELF

Deal: My Stronger Self is offering a two-week, no obligation free trial for all potential new members. Follow the link to mystrongerself.com and fill out the form on the right with the subject line “2 FREE WEEKS”.

Good through: Limited-time offer.

4. HARTLAND KARATE

Deal: Special summer trial offer going on now that includes one week of lessons for $19.95. Price includes a free official uniform, free semi-private sesson with Black Belt instructor and free consultation and support. 

Good through: Limited-time offer.

5. PAYLESS SHOE SOURCE

Deal: It's back to school time at Payless with buy one get one for half off. Deals continue when you bring in your Payless in-store receipt to Office Max and recieve $10 off your purchase of $30 or more.

Good through: Sept. 6