Free Children’s Activities: Week of April 27-May 3

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.

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.  

Lakeshore Learning:  Kids will create a Thank a Teacher Tote Bag on May 2nd. 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.

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: Stop by on May 2 to make a Mother’s Day Wood Frame from 10am to noon. Just ^$2 per child for 30 minutes of craft fun, including supplies. Ages 3 and up.

Home Depot: The next Home Depot event will be May 2nd between 9am and 12pm.  Your kids will learn how to build a Picket Fence Photo Frame. You do need to register.  The event is designed for children ages 5 – 12.

If you live near an American Girl Store, you might check out their events.  Times and dates vary.