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Where are Berkeley's Best Back-to-School Shopping Deals?

School starts next week, so it's time for last minute back-to-school shopping! Parents, where are you finding the best deals?

It's that time of year again! Next Tuesday is the first day of school for the — making this the official last week of summer. Despite wanting to enjoy the sunshine and play for these last few days, there's probably some back-to-school shopping left to do!

With this last chance to buy school supplies, books, clothes and shoes before the first day of class, where are you finding the best back-to-school deals?

Maybe you are seeking an outfit that will really put your child's best foot forward on the first day. Maybe they want to greet their friends with a special new hairdo. Perhaps you are on an epic search for the perfect backpack?

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Let us know your Berkeley back-to-school shopping destinations. What trendy new items are kids looking for? What are your favorite kids' hair salons? What store does your teenager have to visit? Last but not least, how are you shopping locally on a budget?

Berkeley Patch will be covering back-to-school week — tell us how you are avoiding the rush, out-of-stock shelves, missing shoe sizes and finding the best deals on your kids' must-have items!

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