Stores Offering Crafts and Activities for Kids this Summer | 2010
5 Jun
There are tons of FREE and discounted things for your kids to do this summer! Take advantage and don’t pay retail! 
This blog post consists of all the fun activities we do during the week and on the weekends! Most of the programs we participated in last year. Also make sure to check out my blog post about 2010 Summer Reading Programs for Kids (to learn how to get free books, t-shirts, and gift certificates to reward your children for reading over the summer!) Some of the activities were mentioned in my blog post, 6 Kid Activities for the 6th Day of the Week!
I hope you have one nearby, they offer great activities over the summer (and throughout the year!) They will be offering FREE/Fun activities and make your own crafts! EVERYTHING is FREE! Activities include crafts, shooting galleries, casting ponds, family workshops, making s’mores, photo opportunities (FUN!!), shooting range, merit badge workshops, and more!
When: June 5 – July 11
Time/Day of the Week(s): Tues/Thur (at noon) OR Sat/Sun (at noon) { Schedule }
Cost: FREE
Make sure you check out my recent blog post about these quality activities that occur every other week! Your child will enjoy getting the free Lowe’s apron, goggles, and hammering away at the wood craft of the week!
When: Indefinitely, not just for the summer!
Time/Day of the Week(s): Every other Saturday, next event is 6/12/2010, after that is 6/26/2010 – starts at 10am and supplies go FAST! { Schedule }
Cost: FREE!!
Another fun, FREE activity, Home Depot activities are very similar to Lowe’s. Really quality crafts! Have made a wooden airplane, treasure box, pirate ship, and more!
When: Indefinitely, not just a summer thing!
Time/Day of the Week(s): First Saturday of EVERY month, starts at 9am – get there EARLY! { Schedule }
Cost: FREE!!
Another really quality craft activity, this one is fun and can kill a couple hours! After making the craft, walk around the store and play with all the displays set out on Saturday for kids to experiment with. A fully stocked kitchen, put on a puppet show, go fish, and much more!
Also, on special holidays they sometimes offer multiple crafts! Great gifts for grandparents! They also encourage parents to participate if you’re feeling particularly crafty.
When: Indefinitely, not just summer!
Time/Day of the Week(s): Every Saturday from 11-3pm…try to not just show up at 2:45pm when they’re trying to clean up. The San Antonio location brings out supplies as long as there are kids which I’ve always appreciated. { Schedule }
Cost: FREE!!
Target is supporting the Arts by offering over 2,200 FREE and reduced-price events sponsored by Target! Click on the link to find events near you!
When: Indefinitely, not just for the summer
Time/Day of the Week(s): Tuesdays at 11am-1130am { Schedule }
Cost: FREE, after 5 visits get a FREE gift!
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