Friday, August 01, 2014

Free Family Fun - 8/1/14

*Call ahead if you are concerned!
bank of america museums on us

: FREE Museum Weekend for Bank of America Customers

Saturday, August 2nd and Sunday, August 3rd

Bank of America’s Museums on Us is offering free admission to more than 150 museums nationwide. Simply present your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card along with a photo ID to gain free general admission to any participating institution. Cardholders only; guests are not eligible for free admission.  For more information about Museums on Us, visit: http://museums.bankofamerica.com.

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:: American Girl Store Events

Special events differ by location. During August they include a Summer Flower Anklet Craft, Summer Fun Celebration, Doll 'Dos and How-To's, Bitty Baby and Me Story Time, and Meet the Author Tours.

Many of the American Girl in store events are free, however some have a fee and some have age restrictions. Get the details here and find participating stores.

barnes and noble get pop cultured

:: Barnes & Noble

 August 1st is Frozen Friday at 7PM - Cool off with Olaf and enjoy story-time, sing-a-longs, crafts and activities.

Saturday, August 2nd is Marvel Day with activities, prizes and a chance to win special Marvel merchandise.

GetPopCultured Store Events now through August 10th - a nationwide celebration of popular entertainment themed events.

During the month of August - participate in reading, Spanish word practice and activities- dates and times vary by store.

Find the times and participating Barnes and Noble stores here.

container store events

:: Container Store

Learn the Tricks of Organization on Saturdays and Sundays, now thorough August 24th. Find more information and find your closest Container Store here. Times and event dates vary by location. 

disney summer-playdays

:: Disney Stores

Disney Stores are offering Summer Play Days every day this summer now through September 1, 2014. The fun includes Art of Animation, Trivia, Story Time and Showtime. Check your local store for event details and times. Kids will receive a free button for participation each week.

guitar center free classes

:: Guitar Center 

Saturday, August 2nd {no age restriction}

10 AM - Recording Made Easy for Pro Tools

10:15 AM - Group Guitar Lesson

Free Classes through their Music Mentor Series. Register at the Guitar Center website here.

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:: Home Depot Workshop for Kids

Saturday, August 2nd from 9 AM to 12 PM ~ Build a mini-crate pencil holder. You can pre-register online here.

lakeshore learning door hangar

 :: Lakeshore Learning Store

Saturday, August 2nd from 11 AM-3 PM

Kids make and take a You Name It Door Hangar. Get more information here

lego mini build august 5

:: Lego Mini Model

Tuesday, August 5th at 5 PM. Kids ages 6 to 14 can build and take home a FREE Lego® Monkey Mini Build, while supplies last. Contact your closest LEGO® Store here for details.

michaels kids club


:: Michael's Kids Club

Saturday, August 2nd - 10AM - 11:30 AM

Kids Club - for $2 per child, you can reserve 30 minutes for kids to create while you shop at Michael's. Sessions start every half hour from 10AM - 11:30. See a store associate to sign up.

:: Michael's Summer Crafting Fun for Kids

Passport to Imagination arts and crafts takes place Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 AM to Noon. The cost is $2 for 2 hours.You can sign up now through August 1st.

Get more information here.

microsoft summercamps

:: Microsoft Camp 

Registration is open for free weekly in-store camps, now through August 29th. Camps are broken up into two age groups for Jr. Designers (recommended for ages 8-10) and Designers (recommended for ages 11-13), so choose the camp that fits your student’s interest and sign up today.

williams sonoma technique

:: Williams-Sonoma Free Technique Classes

Saturday,  August 2nd {for kids} at 10 AM ~ Jr. Chefs will learn all Zoku and making slushies, popsicles, and ice cream. This Jr. Chef Class is suitable for ages 5 and up. To reserve a spot, contact you closest store right here

Sunday, August 3rd {for adults} ~ Risotto ~ learn how to make this legendary Italian dish and all the add ins that can make this one of the most loved dishes in your repertoire. To reserve a spot, and find out specific class times, contact you closest store right here.

:: Summer Family Movies for $1

Regal Theaters on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings for 9 weeks. See the times, dates and locations here.

:: Summer Reading Programs for Kids

 Retailers encourage free reading with free books and rewards! View programs from Barnes & Noble, TD Bank, Chuck E. Cheese, Pottery Barn and more! Read the entire list right here.

Thanks Lori!

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