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Events and Kids Activities

First Day of Spring: Food Fun Plate for Kids

March 19, 2012

While I never enjoy my allergies this time of year, we are excited about what Spring brings….especially playing outdoors.
March 20th is almost here…….tomorrow is the First Day of Spring!  Finally!
We had some fun in anticipation of Spring, and created this fun lunch plate……super easy!
Spring Lunch Plate
Flower:

Chicken Salad
Cucumbers, sliced
Carrots, sliced

Butterfly:

Honey Graham  Sticks (we [...]

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Toys R Us: The Great Bike & Trike Trade-Up (Save up to $50 on new one with a Trade in)

March 17, 2012

Event Begins tomorrow at Toys R Us!
Sunday, March 18th through Saturday, March 24th
Save up to $50 on ANY bike* when you trade in ANY used bike or tricycle!

Save $20 on any bike priced $99.97 or less
Save $30 on any bike priced $99.99 to $149.97
Save $50 on any bike priced $149.99 or more

*Excludes Clearance Bikes
Enjoy!

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Saturday, March 10th: Disney Store Kids Craft Event (Free)

March 9, 2012

Disney Store is celebrating their 25th Anniversary!
Saturday, March 10th:
10:30 am – 1:00 pm
Kids create their own festive party hat to help celebrate Disney Store’s 25th anniversary.
It’s FREE!
*Minimum age for participation is 3 years. Event is limited based on store capacity. No lineups prior to 30 minutes before event begins. Event subject to change or cancellation [...]

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Saturday, March 10th: Michaels Craft Project for Kids (FREE)

March 9, 2012

Some of the Michael’s events lately have cost something…..not much, but the cost of an item to use in the project. So, I’m happy to report that this one is FREE!
Michael’s Stores

Saturday, March 10th
3 – 5 pm

Project: Yarn Doll
It’s FREE!!! This one is a little later in the day, so it might [...]

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Saturday, March 10th: Lowe’s Build & Grow Clinic for Kids (FREE)

March 9, 2012

Looking for some FREE fun this weekend with the kids?
Lowe’s Build & Grow Clinic for Kids
Saturday, March 10th, 2011
10:00 – 11:00am
FREE
Project: Carnival Hoops
Click here for more details and to register!
TIP: I’ve put an Events & Kids Activities page at the top – on the navigation bar. That way you’ll always be able to [...]

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Tues, March 6th: Lego Store Mini Model Build (It’s FREE)

March 4, 2012

A fun activity for the kids from the Lego Store:

LEGO Store Mini Model Build
Tuesday, March 6th
Begins at 5:00 pm until supplies last
FREE

Have fun and as always, I’d call ahead to make sure your store is participating.

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Reminder: This Weekend is BofA’s Free Museums on Us Weekend (Sat/Sun)

March 3, 2012

Bank of America has a wonderful promotion called Museums on Us….it’s been going on for a couple of years now. If you have any type of Bank of America card (check, ATM or credit) you can get free admission to over 150 museums in 87 different cities in 29 states on the first weekend of [...]

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Sat, Mar 3rd: Disney Store – Two Events for Kids

March 2, 2012

You’ll want to head to the Disney Store this weekend for 2 events.
Both on Saturday, March 3rd
1. Platypus Day:

Celebrate everyone’s favorite semi-aquatic, undercover operative Agent P & receive a FREE top-secret gift*!
While supplies last.

2. Disney Store’s 25th Anniversary:

10:30 – 1:00 pm

Kids must find images of Mickey Mouse and his friends hidden throughout [...]

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Pottery Barn Kids: Special Dr. Seuss Celebration starts TODAY! (Fri – Sun)

March 2, 2012

A special Dr. Seuss Celebration with activities will be held at Pottery Barn Kids to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday!

Friday, March 2nd through Sunday, March 4th

3:30 pm

Stories, and other activities
- FYI: The Lorax will be appearing at only a few select locations

It’s FREE

As always, call your local store to make sure they are participating.
Enjoy!

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March 3rd: Home Depot Kids’ Workshop (Project – Race Car)

February 29, 2012

It’s the weekend and that means fun events for the kids, but they don’t always have to cost money!
Saturday, March 3rd (9am – 12 noon)
Home Depot

Project: Race Car

It’s Free!
All kids get to keep their craft and receive a FREE Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement.
Have fun!

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REMINDER: Last Days for $5 Admission at the Dallas Zoo

February 26, 2012

Reminder: This is the last week to get in with just $5 Admission….just a few days left.
Dallas Zoo
Throughout February
$5 Admission Every Day
You will have to pay for parking still- $7.00
We do love the Dallas Zoo. You can feed the giraffes and the children’s zoo play area is amazing. My daughter would have stayed [...]

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