Birthday Savings from Chuck E. Cheese!

Sign up for the Chuck E Club and your child will get special offers and savings on their birthday!

You can read about our fun, family trip to Chuck E. Cheese here.

Don't Forget! Dress like a cow tomorrow for FREE food at Chick-fil-a!

Don't forget this tomorrow! You can get the whole family involved tonight in making the costumes!

July 8th is Cow Appreciation Day at Chick-Fil-A! You'll get FREE food for dressing like a cow!

If you come partially dressed like a cow (like a cow mask) you'll get a FREE ENTREE. If you come in "head-to-hoof" cow gear you'll get a FREE MEAL!

You can visit the website here and even download a cow costume kit!

We took the summer camp kids a few years ago. We used white garbage bags and cut head and arm holes. We used black construction paper to cut out "spots" and taped on the garbage bags. Just add masks and presto! Cows!

FREE Food at Chick-Fil-A on July 8th - Dress like a cow!

July 8th is Cow Appreciation Day at Chick-Fil-A! You'll get FREE food for dressing like a cow!

If you come partially dressed like a cow (like a cow mask) you'll get a FREE ENTREE. If you come in "head-to-hoof" cow gear you'll get a FREE MEAL!

You can visit the website here and even download a cow costume kit!

We took the summer camp kids a few years ago. We used white garbage bags and cut head and arm holes. We used black construction paper to cut out "spots" and taped on the garbage bags. Just add masks and presto! Cows!

FREE Weekend Activities 7/2-7/4

AC Moore - Saturday 1-3pm - Buy a painter's cap and decorate for FREE

Bass Pro Shop – Saturday & Sunday Free activities and workshops from noon-4pm and 2-5pm - Design your own birdhouse
See more on BPS Family Summer Camp, Tues, Thurs, Sat and Sun through July 10th here.

Jo-Ann's - Saturday 11-1 Crayola Uncle Sam craft

Lakeshore Learning – Events every Saturday! 11am-3pm this week: Make a Patriotic Wreath

Michaels - Passport to Fun Takes Kids around the world with crafts focused on different places! They should have a craft this Saturday from 11-2 but I don't know what because they haven't posted their July events yet. But the Passport to Fun is supposed to be through July 30th so check with your local store.

Target – select a city to find free or reduced-price admission to arts and cultural events in your area, sponsored by Target.

Walmart Event Finder – enter your zip code to see what is going on in your area. There are quite a few sampling events this weekend! Check and see if your store is participating!

Locals: Jazz in the Park Concert, Monday, July 4th, 5-8pm at Caldwell Park (Birmingham, AL) FREE!

Wii PlayMotion Review

Nintendo was kind enough to send me a copy of the new Wii Play Motion game.

I can't say enough good things about the Wii Play Motion. It's a disc of 12 family friendly mini-games. And there is something for the whole family. Bug is 2.5 and he LOVES the Ice Cream Scoop game. ("Do again! Do again! Do again!" he says!)

He has to have help with the "Veggie Guardin'" game but it makes him laugh hysterically!! (Think Whack-A-Mole on a video game!) He wanted to show his MeMaw and PePaw his new "box" (what he calls the Wii) when they were over one day. He picked the Veggie Guardin game to play and had the whole room laughing before it was over!

I liked "Target Practice". It reminded me of "Duck Hunt" on the original Nintendo when I was a kid.) And the pinball inspired game was pretty fun too.

This would be a GREAT addition to your family game night! Don't have a regular family game night? Well, if you the Wii Play Motion you could start a family game night!

The Wii Play Motion retails for around $49.99 and comes with a Wii Motion Plus remote (which is necessary for the game.) Our Wii is a newer one and it came with a the Motion Plus remote also so we have two for lots of two player fun with the new Wii Play Motion game.

Pick up a copy today and you won't have to worry about hearing "I'm bored" this summer!

Thanks Nintendo for providing my family with this fun game to play together! All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

Check out my review of the Nintendo Wii and Wii Sports.

Frugal Summer Fun: Summer Camp at Bass Pro Shops!

Bass Pro Shops is helping you keep the kids entertained this summer! Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2-6pm and Saturdays and Sundays from Noon-4pm they are having FREE family activities! This runs from

There is a shooting gallery, shooting range, casting targets, workshops and a different craft every week! (Craft times are 4-6 on Tue, Thurs and 2-5 on Sat, Sun). Also, you can make S'mores on Saturdays from 7-8pm!

Check out all the details and find a store near you here.

See more Frugal Summer Fun!

SAVE at Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park with a CVS receipt!

If you are planning a trip to Lake Winnie, save your CVS receipts!

On Thursdays gate admission is free for those under 11! You will also get $3 off the unlimited ride pass with ANY CVS reciept! You will need 1 receipt per person!

ALSO, on Fridays, if you bring in a coke can, you get BOGO half off of the unlimited ride bands!!

Thanks Birmingham Bargain Mom!

Entertain the kids this summer with help from Nintendo!

Nintendo is helping families make the most of their summer break and "stay-cations" with affordable game bundles and a NEW lower price on the Wii system!

Nintendo has just released four games in the new Nintendo Selects line:

• Wii Sports
• The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess
• Mario Super Sluggers
• Animal Crossing: City Folk

Each are only $19.99 – making an affordable, fun-filled family “staycation” within easy reach!

Wii Sports lets players enjoy hours of sporty summer fun on the golf course, tennis court, boxing ring, baseball diamond or bowling alley. The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess whisks them to a mystical land filled with challenge and adventure. Mario Super Sluggers grants players admission to a host of wildly imaginative ballparks, all with a Mushroom Kingdom twist. In Animal Crossing: City Folk, they can even customize their own colorful universe for a social summer getaway.

The Wii has also been adjusted to meet with the times and is now available in black or white for just $149.99 - the system also comes packaged with the Mario Kart Wii game and a matching colored Wii Wheel accessory!!

If you are forgoing an elaborate vacation this year because of $$$, consider getting a Wii with a couple of the Nintendo selects games and have hours of fun at home this summer! And you'll never have to hear, "Are we there yet?" :)

55% off at Florida Fun Jump in Tampa!

Today's SaveMore deal is 55% off at Florida Fun Jump in Tampa!

Get the $40 Family Package for only $18!!

Family Package includes admission for two adults and two children, one 14” medium cheese pizza, two kid’s drinks!

Expires September 6, 2011. Does not include tax. One voucher per person. Two gift vouchers. One gift voucher per person. Good for weekdays and weekends. 10% coupon good for next open play when voucher is redeemed. No cash back. Not valid with any other offer.

If you're local to the Tampa area or are planning a vacation for Tampa, you need to check out this deal!

FREE Weekend Activities!

Thanks to Erin at Fun With Freebies for the list every week!

 

Lakeshore Learning – On Saturday (4/23) between 11am-3pm Kids create a FREE Big Eared Bunny Basket.

Lowes Build and Grow – On Saturday (4/23) at 10am-Noon, Kids build a FREE Birdhouse designed to stick to your window.

AC Moore – On Friday (4/22) at 1-3pm, FREE Make & Take: Crayola Model Magic Easter Creatures. Saturday between 1-3pm, FREE Make & Take: Duck Tape & Floracraft Styrofoam Easter Egg.

Bass Pro Shops – On Friday(4/22) at 6-8pm and Saturday & Sunday, Noon-3pm, Make a FREE Foam Magnet Easter Egg Decoration. On Saturday & Sunday at 1pm there will be an Easter Egg Hunt for 1 hour. Ages 2-10. There will also be FREE pictures with the Easter bunny.

Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores - On Saturday (4/23) at 11am-1pm, FREE Easter Make It Take It.

Michaels – On Saturday 10am-Noon, The Knack Easter Card Event FREE Make-It Take-It: Learn to make your own creative Easter stamps with foam.

National Park Week, April 16-24: See a National Park for FREE!

National Park Week  - April 16-24, 2011

Get out and discover something new about your 394 national parks. This year's focus, Healthy Parks, Healthy People, highlights the connection between human and environmental health and the vital role America's national parks play in both. 

Whether your prefer a 20-mile backcountry hike in Yosemite or a leisurely stroll around Philadelphia's Independence Hall, moving outside is good for you and offers a chance to explore these places you own. Search the events calendar to find your National Park Week "must-dos," and share your national park experience on Facebook or Twitter.

Calendar of Events
Free Admission
Volunteer Day  (April 16)
Junior Ranger Day  (April 23)

Free Weekend Activities!

Thanks to Erin at Fun With Freebies for the list every week!

Lakeshore Learning Centers has a FREE make a "Save the Earth Tote bag" for Kid's ages 3+ on Saturday (4/16) from 11 AM- 3 PM.

Toys R Us is having a FREE 3D Easter Adventure on Saturday (4/16) Noon-2pm. Enjoy an Easter Hunt & get a Free Gift Bag, Activity Book & More!

Michael's is having a FREE Knack Earth Day Event Make-It Take-It on Saturday, (4/16) between 10 AM and Noon. On Sunday, (4/17) The will have a Body Art Event FREE Make-It Take-It from 1 PM - 3 PM

Free Weekend Activities!

Thanks to Erin at Fun With Freebies for the list every week!

 

Lowes Build and Grow  is having a FREE clinic to build a Shoot Around Basketball on Saturday, (3/12) from 10 AM- Noon

Lakeshore Learning Centers has a FREE make a "Show Your Colors Peacock" for kids ages 3+ on Saturday (3/12) from 11 AM- 3 PM.

Bass Pro Shops are having a FREE Next Generation Event on Saturday, (3/12) and Sun day, (3/13). The event will include family activities, photos, crafts and more.

Living Social - Family Deals!

Living Social, a daily deal site, is launching the Living Social Family Edition!

What is the Family Edition of Living Social?  It's daily deals on things like zoos, museums, aquariums, day trips and more!  Look up your city and then click on the box on the left side bar that says "family edition")

New to LivingSocial's daily deals?  It's completely free to join!  You can subscribe to deals from any area.  Each daily deal will be sent to your inbox.  You get 5 Deal Bucks (credits to your first deal purchase) just for signing up!

I just subscribed to the deals for Chattanooga, TN, because we are planning a weekend trip up there sometime this spring!

Great deal on Bowling from AMF Bowling Centers!!

You can have fun with friends, family members or co-workers at AMF Bowling Centers!

Find a location near you can get a coupon for $20 off bowling for four here!

FREE Weekend Events! 12/18 & 12/19

Thanks to Erin at Fun with Freebies for this list every Friday!

Lowes will have a Build and Grow Clinic for kids on Saturday, (12/18) from 10 AM to 11 AM to make a train engine.

Bass Pro Shops is offering a FREE Santa's Wonderland, November 6th through December 24th. The event will include FREE crafts, games and more! Kids can get a FREE 4x6 photo with Santa. Also, the first 150 kids to come on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays starting at 5 PM (3 PM on thanksgiving) will receive a FREE Santa Band.

 

Lakeshore Learning Centers has a FREE make your own "New Years Popper" for kids ages 3+ on Saturday (12/18) from 11 AM- 3 PM..

 

Williams Sonoma is offering a FREE demonstration called "The Gifts of Cookware" on Saturday (12/18). On Sunday (12/19), they are offering a complimentary technique class called“Holiday Breakfasts.” Call your local store to make sure they are participating.

Home Depot is offering FREE Adult Workshops this Saturday, (12/18) and Sunday, (12/19)! These workshops focus on a variety of home improvement topics. Click on the link to see what is being offered. Contact your local store to make sure they are participating.

Wal-Mart is offering FREE sampling and demonstration events through Sunday, (12/19). Look up your local store to see the dates and times these events will be offered.

Whole Foods offers many great FREE events on the weekends. Checkout your local store calendar on the website to see what is being offered.

Free Weekend Activities 12/10-12/12

Locals - don't forget about Breakfast with Santa at the Leeds Chik-Fil-A on Saturday!

Thanks to Erin at Fun with Freebies for this list!

Lowes will have a Build and Grow Clinic for kids on Saturday, (12/11) from 10 AM to 11 AM to make a passenger car.

Bass Pro Shops is offering a FREE Santa's Wonderland, November 6th through December 24th. The event will include FREE crafts, games and more! Kids can get a FREE 4x6 photo with Santa. Also, the first 150 kids to come on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays starting at 5 PM (3 PM on thanksgiving) will receive a FREE Santa Band.

Borders will have a FREE Holiday Party on Sunday, ( 12/11)  at 11AM. The event will include stories, sing-a-longs, games and more!

Lakeshore Learning Centers has a FREE make your own "Gingerbread Ornament" for kids ages 3+ on Saturday (12/11) from 11 AM- 3 PM.

Pottery Barn will have a Holiday Decorating and Gifting with Frames Demonstration on Saturday,  (12/11) from 11 AM- 4 PM.

Williams Sonoma is offering a FREE demonstration called "Sweets of the Season" on Saturday (12/11). On Sunday (12/12), they are offering a complimentary technique class called“Winter Beverages.” Call your local store to make sure they are participating.

Home Depot is offering FREE Adult Workshops this Saturday, (12/11) and Sunday, (12/12)! These workshops focus on a variety of home improvement topics. Click on the link to see what is being offered. Contact your local store to make sure they are participating.

Wal-Mart is offering FREE sampling and demonstration events through Sunday, (12/12). Look up your local store to see the dates and times these events will be offered.

Whole Foods offers many great FREE events on the weekends. Checkout your local store calendar on the website to see what is being offered.

LOCALS - Breakfast with Santa Saturday 12/11 at Leeds Chik-Fil-A

The Chik-Fil-A in Leeds will have a breakfast with Santa event Saturday from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Each child will to sit in Santa's lap and have their picture made.  Chik-Fil-A will provide you with one print of the picture they take.  You are welcome to bring your camera and take your own pictures as well.

There is no cost to see Santa.  Chik-Fil-A's regular breakfast menu will be served.

Free Weekend Activities - 12/4 & 12/5!

Erin at www.funwithfreebies.com has provided us with another great list of FREE things to do this weekend!

Toys R Us is having a FREE Christmas event on Saturday, (12/4)  from 12-3 PM. Kids can have their picture taken with Santa and Geoffrey, enjoy storytime, decorate a cookie, participate in  giveaways and much more!

Lowes will have a Build and Grow Clinic for kids on Saturday, (12/4)  from 10 AM to 11 AM to make a train caboose.

Bass Pro Shops is offering a FREE Santa's Wonderland, November 6th through December 24th. The event will include FREE crafts, games and more! Kids can get a FREE 4x6 photo with Santa. Also, the first 150 kids to come on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays starting at 5 PM will receive a FREE Santa Band.  Weekend hours for Santa are 9am-5pm, Saturday and Sunday.

Home Depot  will have a FREE  Kids Workshop on Saturday, (12/4) from 9 AM to noon. Kids ages 5 to 12 can create a winter picture frame.

Borders will have a FREE Hanukkah Celebration Event on Sunday, ( 12/5)  at 3PM. The event will include stories, sing-a-longs, games and more!

Lakeshore Learning Centers has a FREE make your own "Reindeer Hat" for kids ages 3+ on Saturday (12/4) from 11 AM- 3 PM.

Pottery Barn will have a Holiday Decorating and Entertaining Class on Sunday,  (12/5) at 10 AM. Please call your local store to RSVP.

Williams Sonoma is offering a FREE demonstration called "Irresistible Desserts" on Saturday (12/4). On Sunday (12/5), they are offering a complimentary technique class called “The Holiday Dinner.” Call your local store to make sure they are participating.

Home Depot is offering FREE Adult Workshops this Saturday, (12/4) and Sunday, (12/5)! These workshops focus on a variety of home improvement topics. Click on the link to see what is being offered. Contact your local store to make sure they are participating.

Wal-Mart is offering FREE sampling and demonstration events through Sunday, (12/5). Look up your local store to see the dates and times these events will be offered.
Wal-Mart is also offering a FREE 5x7 photo with Santa this weekend from 10-2, Saturday and Sunday.  Check your store to confirm but this is a nationwide promotion so all stores should be participating!

Whole Foods offers many great FREE events on the weekends. Checkout your local store calendar on the website to see what is being offered.

Free Weekend Activities 10/19 - 10/21

Erin at Fun With Freebies brings us a great list of FREE things to do every weekend!

Lowes is offering a FREE Build and Grow Clinic to make a wooden Snowman on Saturday, (11/20) from 10 AM- 11 AM.

Sam’s Club is having a Holiday Taste Sampling Event Friday, (11/19) through Sunday(11/21) at all locations nationwide. During the sampling event, members and guests can taste a variety of holiday foods from appetizers to desserts.

Pottery Barn Kids is having a FREE class Lego Duplo Workshop where each child can take home a special gift. The workshop takes place on Saturday, (11/20) and Sunday, (11/21). Call your local store to RSVP for this event.

Bass Pro Shops is offering a FREE Santa's Wonderland, November 6th through December 24th. The event will include FREE crafts, games and more! Kids can get a FREE 4x6 photo with Santa. Also, the first 150 kids to come on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays starting at 5 PM (3 PM on thanksgiving) will receive a FREE Santa Band.

Lakeshore Learning Centers has a FREE make your own "Thanksgiving Place mat" for kids ages 3+ on Saturday (11/20) from 11 AM- 3 PM.

AC Moore is having FREE Wilton Gingerbread House event on Saturday, (11/20) from 1 PM to 3 PM.

Williams Sonoma is offering a FREE demonstration called "Thanksgiving Made Easy" on Saturday (11/20). On Sunday (11/21), they are offering a complimentary technique class called “A Time Saving Thanksgiving.” Call your local store to make sure they are participating.

Home Depot is offering FREE Adult Workshops this Saturday, (11/20) and Sunday, (11/21)!These workshops focus on a variety of home improvement topics. Click on the link to see what is being offered. Contact your local store to make sure they are participating.

Wal-Mart is offering FREE Nescafe Dolce Gusto sampling events though Sunday, (11/21). They are also offering a Fighting Hunger Together Donation Event.  Look up your local store to see the dates and times these events will be offered.

Whole Foods offers many great FREE events on the weekends. Checkout your local store calendar on the website to see what is being offered.