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Fun, Free, Family Activities - Being Frugal Can Be Fun!

Are you looking to entertain the kids this weekend with a FREE (or nearly free) fun activity? Or are you looking for a free class for yourself? Who says being frugal can't be fun?

If you know of any others to share, please let us know!  It is always best to call ahead and make sure that your local retailer is participating to avoid disappointment.

I realize that not all of these events are located close to Naugatuck, but you may want to share them with friends and family. You can also enjoy them when you travel! I update this information every week on my free blog.

:: American Girl Store Events

Events differ by location and include Daddy & Me parties, Bitty Baby's Story time, and Valentine's crafts. 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.

 :: Guitar Center  {no age restriction}

Saturday, February 8th10 AM - Recording Made Easy for Pro Tools
10:15 AM - Group Ukulele Lesson

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

:: Home Depot Do It Yourself Workshops

Saturday, February 8th from 10 AM to 11:30 AM PM
Interior Paint & Drywall Repair

Sunday, February 9th from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
How to Install a Toilet
You can register now - some Home Depot stores offer different workshops topics.

:: Kindermusik

Try a FREE class. Get all the information and a FREE pass here. Where Music & Learning Play!
  • Classes for children from newborn to age seven
  • Child development through music and movement
  • Immerse your child in a musical atmosphere of play, song, and dance - while developing fundamental skills
  • Connect with other moms, dads, and families

  :: Lakeshore Learning Store

Saturday, February 8th from 11AM-3PM
Heart-Shaped Card Holder. Kids can make and take a heart-shaped mailbox. Get more information here.

 :: Lowe's Build and Grow

Saturday, February 8th at 10 AM
Kids build and take home a Love Note Holder. You can register right here.

  :: Michael's Kids Club

 Saturday, February 8th - starts at 10 AM
Kids make their Valentine's Day Sweet Treat Card. Suitable for kids ages 3 and up. The cost is $2 per child for a 30 minute reservation. Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop. Sessions start every half hour starting at 10 am. Ending times vary by store. Get more information here.

:: Sam's Club Free Health Screening

Saturday, February 8th from 11 AM to 3 PM
Free Health Screening for heart health includes
Glucose, Total Cholesterol, HDL (Good Cholesterol) Blood Pressure, Body Mass Index, Vision Screening/Testing. Get more information here.

:: Toys R Us Free LEGO Movie Building Event

Saturday, February 8th from 12 Noon to 2:00 PM
Kids can build one Emmet's car from Lego® Movie. Plus you can enter a raffle for Lego prizes and toys. For kids 5 an up with parental supervision. Get more information here.

:: Williams-Sonoma Free Technique Classes {for kids and adults}

Saturday, February 8th {for kids} at 9:30 AM
Junior Chef Classes -Kids learn how to make Valentine's cookies. To reserve a spot, contact you closest store right here.


Sunday, February 9th {for adults}Valentine's Day Baking
Learn how to make sweets for your sweetie and learn how to decorate cookies like a pro. Class sizes are limited. For specific times and to reserve your spot, contact you closest store right here. Participants get 10% off savings on select same-day store purchases.

More to Explore:

:: FREE Beauty Events

Find free beauty events at local stores with free samples and demonstrations. Visit the website that keeps track of these right here.

:: Home and Garden Shows

If you like Home and Garden shows, this site will give you a free pass. Check the ACS Home Show site.

:: Michael's Show In Tell {for adults}

Find out what's happening in Naugatuckfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Learn something new with in-store demonstrations for new craft ideas, techniques, and creative new trends. From cake decorating, jewelry making, art painting, paper crafting and more, get your local calendar of events right here.

:: FREE Bowling

Kids Bowl for Free at select bowling centers. Just join their mailing list to get notified of the next Kids Bowl Free Day.

:: Free Flying Lesson

Young Eagles - kids ages 8 to 17 experience aviation and get free rides in private aircraft flown by experienced pilots. Get more information here.

:: FREE Roller Skating

Kids Roller Skate for Free: Find the closest participating facility right here.

:: FREE SKI Passport for 5th Graders

Search for "5th grade ski pass + the name of your local ski resort", many resorts participate in this program.

Find out what's happening in Naugatuckfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

:: Target - Free Community Events

Target is also sponsoring FREE community events ranging from free museum admission, free theater tickets, family activities and tours at some of our countries most famous venues. Times and locations vary by city. Find free family activities sponsored by Target in your area right here.

:: More Free Museum Dates

This site, www.freemuseumday.org, tracks free museum days in the following cities: Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Portland, San Francisco Bay Area, and the Seattle Area.

:: FREE Online Fun:

Get ready for the Winter Olympics at sochi2014.com. You can see the schedule, read fun trivia and facts about the various sports, and learn more about the participating athletes and their countries.

:: Crazy Holidays This Weekend

This weekend celebrate Bubble Gum Day, Opera Day and Read in the Bathtub Day! Get the schedule here.

 Coming Up...

:: Home Depot Kids Workshops

Saturday, March 1st from 9 AM to 12 PMBe sure to register now for FREE hands-on workshop where kids can build a Trojan Horse Bank.

For more ideas for family fun, be sure and check Groupon, and LivingSocial in your area. Join each site for free and start having more fun, for less! These vouchers make great gifts too!

For inexpensive and sometimes free tickets to local events, I am a fan of Goldstar tickets. Watch your emails for the heading "Comp Train" from Goldstar. If you are new, you can set up a free account here

 


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