Here are some free or cheap children’s activities available this week to keep the kiddos busy. I thought posting these now will help you plan your week.
These are all the things that are free to do this week with just a few that are very inexpensive.
As always, it’s best to confirm with your local store before you make a special trip.
Lakeshore Learning: Kids will make a Not So Scary Scarecrow on October 10th. Stop by from 11am-3pm.
Barnes and Noble: There is a free storytime Tuesday and Thursday as well as Saturday of each week with books, a cookie and usually coloring pages and activities. Check your local store to confirm and verify time.
There will be a special Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues Storytime on Saturday.
Some locations will have Star Wars Reads Day on October 10th with special Lego builds, storytime, activities, giveaways and more. Space is limited so you need to register in advance.
Bass Pro Shop: Your kids can participate in the Free Kid’s Adventures Activities- treasure hunts, crafts and more. These are weekly activities and vary greatly by location. You can head over here to find your local store to confirm activities and times. And just a heads up from personal experience, it is best to get in line early. These events tend to be very popular.
REI: They offer the Family Adventure Program with various classes for children and adults. I saw hiking and camping classes plus fun Geocaching adventures. I also saw outdoor photography lessons.
The selection and dates/times vary by location but you can check to see what your store is offering here.
Michaels: Kid’s club event on October 10th. Stop by from 10am to 12 pm and make a Perler Frankenstein. Just $2 per child for 30 minutes of craft fun, including supplies. Ages 3 and up.
Pottery Barn Kids: Stop by for Storytime each Tuesday from 11-11:30 am. Kid’s can become a book club member and get a special gift after attending 5 story times.
Star Wars Read Day on October 10th. Listen to Star Wars stories and enjoy special crafts, giveaways and snacks. Children can dress as their favorite character and pose in the Star Wars photo booth.
Williams-Sonoma: The next Junior Chef Class is 10/10 at 10 am. Kid’s can learn how to bake with pumpkin. They will make waffles, cupcakes and more. Suitable for ages 8–13.
Lowe’s: The next Lowe’s Build and Grow Clinic is October 10th. Children can make a Haunted Birdhouse. You must register before you attend. The kids should get an apron, all the supplies for the clinic and a few other goodies.
Lego Store: Online Registration is open now for the next Lego build on October 6-7. These events have been reaching capacity quickly. Check here to see if your store has openings.
If you live near an American Girl Store, you might check out their events.
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