Smart Deals Around Town: World's Best Beer, Sound Machines At The Aldrich, Window Treatments And More...

• Sound machines workshop for kids

Visit the on Saturday, August 13th from noon to 5 p.m. for a hands-on workshop devoted to making sound machines. Artist Erin Smith will show participants of all ages how to make unconventional musical instruments using found objects and recycled materials, starting at 2 p.m. This program is part of the Family Art Adventures workshops and is free for members or free with the price of admission. Contact Michelle Friedman at 203-438-4519 x21 or email her at mfriedman@aldrichart.org.

•  Get rebates on window treatments

Block out the light and sun and save money by visiting . Now through September 12, they are offering rebates on Silhouette window shadings. Visit their website for more information.

• The "world's best beer" on sale

Visit and grab some Arcobrau Pale Weiss named the "world's best beer" by the World Beer Association. Regularly priced at $11.99/6-pack, it is on sale for $9.99 for a limited time.

• Book your space for the annual Rec Center tag sale

The eighth annual tag sale will take place at the on Saturday, August 27 from 9 to 5 and Sunday, August 28 from 9 to 4. Admission is free. If you want to sell, you can rent a table for $25 for one day or $40 for both days. You keep all proceeds from the sale of your items. Call Donna at 203-431-2755 to rent your space.

• Jazz trio with Ridgefield roots to perform in Goldens Bridge, NY

Come hear the American Songbook Cabaret, a new jazz trio, perform on Saturday, August 20 at 8:30 p.m. at the Goldens Bridge Community Association, 11 Hall Avenue, Goldens Bridge, NY. Caroline Chanin, singer, is a Ridgefield resident and Albert Montecalvo was the band conductor at Ridgefield High School.

Check back next week for more great deals!