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.
Pottery Barn Kids: Every Tuesday from 11AM-11:30AM, kids of all ages are invited to story time. Times can vary slightly from store to store so you might want to call ahead to verify.
There will be a special appearance by Curious George on May 27th at 10am at select stores. Locate a participating store here.
The summer reading runs through July 17th. Children who read 8 books from their recommended list will receive a free book.
Lakeshore Learning: Kids will make a Mermaid Mobile on May 31st. Stop by from 11am-3pm.
Michaels: Rainbow Loom Meet Up. Ages 6+ and the cost is $5 per child. Times and Dates vary. Contact your store for local times.
They also have a Kid’s Club with various events. Check your local store for details as this does vary.
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.
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.
Kids Bowl Free: Just register and get 2 free games everyday in summer!
If you live near an American Girl Store, you might check out their events. Times and dates vary.
And many Summer Reading programs are starting. Head over here to find out the dates.
Don’t forget the $1.00 movies will start soon! Some areas may have already started! Get the scoop on that here.

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