Get ready to create an afternoon of fun, Harry Potter fans! LEGO has cast a spell on kids of all ages for years, thanks to all of the creativity the building blocks bring to families all over the world. Combine LEGO and Harry Potter and you have the perfect pairing for young wizards. And … [Read more...] about LEGO hosts Harry Potter Butterbeer Truck Make and Take Event on Sept. 7
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POGO Pass Labor Day savings event – 55% off!
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One Year of Fun for One Price. Choose from 10 different cities to explore yourself or to give a special gift! This would be a perfect gift idea for experiences for family fun for Easter, Christmas, birthdays, summer fun, spring break - and more! And where else are you going to find this … [Read more...] about POGO Pass Labor Day savings event – 55% off!
Lowe’s gives away free water bottles for one day only
Thirsty for a big giveaway? It's time for students to get back to class. And that means they will need to keep a water bottle nearby for studying, exercising or just hanging out with friends. Keep the brain and body hydrated! And Lowe's is hosting a one-day-only giveaway for kids to add a … [Read more...] about Lowe’s gives away free water bottles for one day only
LEGO Brick Take Back – Trade for LEGO e-Gift Card
Got LEGOs just sitting around the house? Now is the perfect time to trade them in for a LEGO e-Gift Card! But don't delay - this is a limited-time LEGO Brick Take Back program! Photo Credit: Deposit Photos Why the buyback? Great question! LEGO is on a mission to keep LEGOs in play for … [Read more...] about LEGO Brick Take Back – Trade for LEGO e-Gift Card
Enjoy free family-friendly Bluey LEGO Event at Barnes & Noble — includes take-home ‘Duck Cake’
Bluey fans definitely won't be feeling blue after this fun family-friendly event. Does it get much better for little ones than LEGOs and Bluey? And the two of them together at the same event is even more fun!Barnes & Noble is hosting an exclusive event with both of the iconic kid favorites … [Read more...] about Enjoy free family-friendly Bluey LEGO Event at Barnes & Noble — includes take-home ‘Duck Cake’
Lowe’s gives away free summer fun kids’ gift for one day only
Score! Now's the time to have a little fun in the sun with friends and family. And Lowe's is the perfect place to pick up everything you need to keep your garden, lawn and patio looking their best for summer.Even better, the popular home improvement store is hosting a big, bouncy one-day-only … [Read more...] about Lowe’s gives away free summer fun kids’ gift for one day only
Find big savings on back-to-school shopping at Target, including 20-for-$20 supplies, $5 backpack & more
Making a Target run for back-to-school shopping is a must for many families, teachers and students. The popular big box retailer has everything from basic school supplies and clothing to sheets and lamps for settling into a new dorm room.However, families are on a tight budget, so saving money … [Read more...] about Find big savings on back-to-school shopping at Target, including 20-for-$20 supplies, $5 backpack & more
Bowl every day for free at Lucky Strike, Bowlero and AMF locations with 2025 Summer Season Pass
Families on a budget will be bowled over by this seasonal pass!Lucky Strike is brining back its popular Summer Season Pass for 2025, offering passholders two FREE games of bowling every day at hundreds of locations nationwide — from May 13 to September 1, 2025.The program is available in … [Read more...] about Bowl every day for free at Lucky Strike, Bowlero and AMF locations with 2025 Summer Season Pass
Marcus Theatres hosts 2025 Summer Kids Dream Family Film Series
Marcus Theatres is making the movies more affordable and fun for families this summer, thanks to its 2025 Summer Kids Dream Family Film Series. The summer series runs for eight weeks from June 8 to July 31, 2025.The series plays Sunday to Thursday morning at Marcus Theatres and … [Read more...] about Marcus Theatres hosts 2025 Summer Kids Dream Family Film Series
Tips for traveling with family and friends on a budget
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Traveling with a family can be expensive, but the memories are priceless. Whether you are envisioning a relaxing trip to the beach, a thrilling amusement park visit, or exploring one of our great national parks, there are ways to make a vacation fit your budget. With careful planning and great … [Read more...] about Tips for traveling with family and friends on a budget
Best graduation gifts for high school and college grads
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Your family member or friend is graduating from high school or college this year, and you're stumped for a gift. Teens are notoriously hard to shop for, and you no longer know the interests of young adults who have been living away from home for four years. How do you say congratulations with the … [Read more...] about Best graduation gifts for high school and college grads
What to give Mom when you’re all grown up
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This annual Mother's Day or Christmas or birthday conversation is so predictable it's aggravating: “Mom, what can I get you?” "Oh, I don't need anything!"She means it. Most mothers really don’t need anything. But handing her an overpriced store-bought card and saying “Thank you for being my … [Read more...] about What to give Mom when you’re all grown up
12 free or cheap Mother’s Day gift ideas that cost little or no money
The value of a Mother’s Day gift is not how much you spend. It’s the time you take to prepare it, the thought you put into doing something that speaks to your mom, and the love you put into the gift. A perfect Mother’s Day gift doesn’t even have to be a tangible item, and it doesn’t have to cost you … [Read more...] about 12 free or cheap Mother’s Day gift ideas that cost little or no money
Cheaper egg decorating ideas for family fun
Easter is just around the corner, and you know what that means—it’s time to get creative with egg decorations! And this year, with egg prices double and triple what they normally are, it's time to think outside the box on egg decoration substitutes. Let’s think outside the shell and explore … [Read more...] about Cheaper egg decorating ideas for family fun
April Fool’s Day pranks parents can play on their kids
Why let kids have all the fun? These April Fool's Day pranks are for parents to play on their kids - and are certain to provide harmless pranks and fun! Remember that this is all about having a silly good time, cheaply and frugally, with messes that are easy to clean up! Photo … [Read more...] about April Fool’s Day pranks parents can play on their kids
