Here’s a round up of many of the free activities that you and your kids are participate in over the week:
A.C. Moore –
Saturday (1PM-3PM): Julie Comstock Laliberi Hair Accessories Demonstration
Wednesday (3PM-5PM): FREE Melissa & Doug Name Plate Make & Take
Barnes & Noble –
Through September 6th, Barnes & Noble is having their Summer Reading Imagination’s Destination program where kids in grades 1-6 can earn a FREE book whenever they read ANY 8 books! Go here for more details. Also, you may be interested in signing up for the Barnes & Noble Kids Club to receive 30% off the list price of one book or toy, $5 reward for every $100 spent, free rewards, special offers, and more!
Blue Star Museums –
Select Museums around the country are offering FREE admission to active duty military personnel and their families from May 30 – September 5. Use the map and click on a state to find out what museums are participating in your area!
IKEA –
August 1st – August 21st: Children 12 and under can order at Kids Combo Meal valued at $2.49 for FREE at participating IKEA stores! No purchase necessary. Find your local store for details.
Jo-Ann Fabrics –
Saturday (11AM-1PM): FREE Xyron Back-to-School Make It-Take It
Saturday (1PM-3PM): FREE Jewelry-Making Demo with Jesse James & Pepperell
KidsBowlFree.com –
Bowling centers around the country are participating in this fun summer program where kids can bowl for FREE! Visit the website for find a participating location near you to sign up!
Lakeshore Learning Store –
Saturday (11AM-3PM): Help your child’s creativity grow while they make this flower for their new teacher.
LEGO –
From August 15 through August 28, head to your nearest LEGO store to hunt aliens and build an Alien Defense Unit Ship!
Michaels –
Saturday (10AM-2PM): Come and join other artists and create a personal masterpiece.
Sunday (11PM-1PM): Create your own trading card at this FREE Make-It Take-It Event.
Sunday (11PM-1PM): Make a unique foam stamp at this FREE Make-It Take-It Event.
Pat Catan’s –
“Choose A Location” to check out their calendar of classes.
Pottery Barn –
Sunday (10AM): Join our professionals for some tips on how to decorate your home for fall!
Pottery Barn Kids –
Saturday (10AM): Come learn about Lions and other big cats through tons of fun activities!
Tuesday (11AM-11:30AM): Join us for Story Time every Tuesday!
Remington College –
Through August 20th, Remington College Campuses all over the country will be giving out FREE haircuts to children under 17 years old to help them get ready for school! Visit their website for a list of participating locations.
Scholastic Stores –
Saturday (3PM): Ninjago enthusiasts can come and participate in a Spinjitzu tournament, trivia, and other ninja activities
Walmart –
Walmart is having several FREE sampling events this week, including brands like Kellogg’s Rice Krispies, Walmart Deli Sub, Frito Lay, Betty Crocker Brownie & Oreos, Oikos, Brach’s, and more! Be sure to check out the Walmart Event Finder and enter your zip code to see when these and other sampling events are going on in your area.
Woodcraft –
Choose a state or search through your zip code to see what classes are available in your area.
Thanks, I Love Free Things!


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