Reminder - March 14 - Free Magical Guardian Door Ornament Craft Project at JCPenney

The website does not say this is cancelled.  I do not think this is in a kit though so I don't think you can just pick it up. 

Saturday March 14, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. JCPenney's is hosting a free kids craft event where the kids will make either a magical unicorn or knight door hanger.

All material will be provided for free by JCPenney and parents will receive a 10% coupon to use that day in the store.

Find more information at https://www.jcpenney.com/m/kids-club

Canceled - March 14 - Free Build and Grow Tabletop Basketball Clinic as Lowe's

The Build and Go Clinics have been canceled due to Covid 19.  Most stores are still giving out the kits.  Call yours to see if you can pick one up. 

On Saturday March 14, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Lowe's is hosting a Free Build and Grow clinic.

Sign your little DIYer up to build this fun Tabletop Basketball gam.! Space is limited, so make sure you register at https://diy.lowes.com/

2020 Free Fishing Days

During National Fishing and Boating Week, most states offer free fishing days. These are days – some states even offer free fishing weekends – where anglers can go fishing without a license. Check out the next free fishing days in your state.

Check to see when your state has free fishing days at https://www.takemefishing.org/how-to-fish/how-to-catch-fish/free-fishing-days/

Reminder: March 8-10: Free Kids Craft Projects at Michaels

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 Michael's is hosting free craft projects for 4 days in a row starting Sunday March 8, 2020:

March 8 -  From 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. kids will make a craft stick bee.
March 9 - From 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. kids will make a pom pom caterpillar.
March 10 - From 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. kids will make a stained glass kite.

All supplies will be provided for free by Michael's.

Find more information at https://www.michaels.com/classes

Canceled - March 7 - Free Home Depot Kids Workshop Binocular Building Event

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Most Home Depot stores have canceled today's events due to concerns about the Coronavirus.  Call your store to confirm.  Many stores are still handing out the kits, just not holding the event in their stores.

On March 7, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Home Depot is offering a free kids binocular building event.

Set out on an adventure with your child in this Binoculars Workshop. Kids develop hands-on skills by gluing, hammering and more. Your child will create their own pair of binoculars to take home.

Register Here

Reminder: February 29 - Free Dr. Seuss Birthday Event at Target

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 On Saturday February 29, 2020 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Target is offering a free Dr. Suess Birthday event.  Come celebrate with readings of Happy Birthday To You at the top of every half hour, Dr. Seuss giveaways, fun activities & more.

Reminder: February 29 - Free Investigators Get a Clue Event at Barnes and Noble

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Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. Barnes and Noble is hosting a free Get a Clue event featuring the Investigators graphic novel.

Introducing the InvestiGators, a new graphic novel series about super spies who uncover clues and crack cases---perfect for fans of Dog Man and Diary of a Wimpy Kid! Join them for activities, a mystery game, and giveaways.  

Get more information at https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/9780062123735-0

April 4 - Free Museum Day - Download Tickets Now

Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. Participating museums and cultural institutions across the country provide free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. The Museum Day ticket provides free admission for two people on Saturday, April 4, 2020. Tickets will be available to download starting February 27, 2020.

Find more information at https://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/museum-day-2020/

February 22 - Free Clothespin Fairies Event at Michaels

Saturday February 22, 2020 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Michael's is hosting a free Clothespin Fairies event.  All of the supplies will be provided and there is no registration required.

Find more information at https://www.michaels.com/classes

February 22 - Free Saturday by Oge Mora Storytime and Activities at Barnes and Noble

Saturday, February 22, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. Barnes and Noble is hosting a free story time and activity featuring Oge Mora's book Saturday about a mother and daughter who learn what's best about Saturdays: precious time together.

Find more information at https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/9780062126181-0

February 22 - Free Onward Event at the Disney Store

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 Starting February 22, 2020 until March 14, 2020, the Disney Store will be hosting a free Onward event every Saturday at 3:00 p.m.

Join Ian & Barley’s Extraordinary quest with the help of a little bit of magic and fun games! Attendees will receive a free Onward activity set (while supplies last).

February 15 - Free The President of the Jungle Storytime and Activity at Barnes and Noble

On Saturday February 15, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. Barnes and Noble is hosting a free story and activity time for the children's book The President of the Jungle.

Is Lion always the King of the Jungle? This funny story features lively illustrations and colorful characters who can teach the importance of everyone having a vote. 

Find more information at https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/9780062121530-0

Reminder: February 8 - Free Love Note Holder Build and Grow event at Lowes

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On February 8, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Lowe's is offering a free build and grow clinic.  Kids will make a Valentine’s Day box to hold cards and treats.

Register at https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/

Reminder: February 8 - Free Valentine’s Day Desk Box Event at JCPenney

Saturday February 8 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. JCPenney is hosting a free Valentine’s Day Desk Box Event.

Plus, parents/guardians will get a 10% off savings coupon for use that day. 

Find more information at https://www.jcpenney.com/m/kids-club

Reminder: February 8 - Free Storytime and Activities featuring Always More Love at Barnes and Noble

Saturday February 8, 2020 at 11:00 Barnes and Noble is offering a free story and activity featuring Always Move Love by Erin Guendelsberger.

Discover a heartwarming story in this interactive book that shows us how love grows for our dearest friends and family.

Find more information at https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/9780062120895-0

Reminder: February 1 - Free Heart String Art buildling event at Home Depot

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On February 1, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. the Home Depot is hosting a free kids craft event for Valentine's Day.

You need to register for this event.

February 22 - Try Hockey for Free Day

On Saturday, February 22, USA Hockey and 350 local associations across the country will host Try Hockey for Free Day! Participating locations encourage kids, ages 4 to 9, to come try youth hockey. All locations will have limited equipment available for use.

Find a participating location near you at https://www.tryhockeyforfree.com/

January 25 - Free How to Catch a Dragon Storytime and Activities at Barnes and Noble

Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. Barnes and Noble invites families to celebrate the Lunar New Year with a fun story time featuring the book How to Catch a Dragon.  The wily dragon will have to avoid trap after trap as the kids run through paper lanterns, red envelopes, fireworks, and more.  Families will also color their own paper lantern to take home. 

Find more information at https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/9780062112245-0

January 25 - Free Reptile Worlds of Wonder event at PetSmart

On Saturday January 25, 2020 PetSmart is offering a free Reptile Worlds of Wonder event from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.

Features fun giveaways and activities.

Find more information at https://www.petsmart.com/ca-PetSmart-Events.html

January 19 - Free Baby & Me Wheels on the Bus Storytime at Barnes & Noble

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On Sunday, January 19, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. Barnes & Noble is hosting a free baby and me story time featuring the beloved classic Wheels on the Bus.  Parents and children will read the book and participate in activities featuring sensory growth for your little one.

Learn more about the event at https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/9780062118863-0