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National/WNY Free and Cheap Things To Do Week of Feb 14 : Free Photography Classes, Clay Classes, How to Install Ceramic Tile and more

Things To Do

Check out the large list of Free & Cheap Things To Do in WNY and NATIONALLY!!

Saving money is not only about coupons, its about consciously making an effort to Living On Less in everything you do, without sacrificing your quality of life! Did you know that there are free yoga classes, crafts classes, Apple Workshops, DIY Workshops, Free Factory Tours, and tons more in YOUR AREA? There are hundreds of things to do in WNY for FREE and this list also has links where you can find free things to do nationally!!

Check back weekly for our updated list of free things to do with special thanks to Lori at MoreWithLessToday.com for sharing this awesome national list!

Make some memories and try a new workshop, lesson, or craft. If you enjoy these free activities, be sure and bookmark this master list of free store events or PIN It for later!

Share this fun,money-saving list with your friends and family. And, if you know of any others to include, please let us know! It is always best to call ahead and make sure that your local store or retailer is participating to avoid disappointment.

WNY Free & Cheap Things To Do Workshops this week:

Saturday – February 14

Monday – February 16

Wednesday – February 18

Thursday – February 19

Saturday – February 21

The above are published on The Buffalo Evening News website. To find more local events visit there page here

National Current Things To Do:

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:: Free National Park Entrance

February 14-16th for Presidents Day weekend

Find out the list of participating parks (over 405 of them) right here.

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:: American Girl Special Store Events

Special events differ by location. During February, they include Grace's Travel Tags craft, Grace's Apron Craft & Cookie Decoration, Twists & Braids hands-on hairstyles, Princess Bitty Baby Story Time, Making Memories with Mom and Dad, Valentine Card Craft and more.

Many of the American Girl in store events are free, however some have a fee and some have age restrictions. Get the details here and find participating stores. Call ahead and make sure that your local store or retailer is participating to avoid disappointment.

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:: Barnes & Noble

Saturday, February 14th at 11 AM

I Love You Just Like This! Storytime with Elmo and his Sesame Street friends at many locations

Most stores have free toddler story time, NOOK events, hands-on learning events and author events – find the times and participating Barnes and Noble stores here.

 

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:: Bass Pro Shops

Saturday, February 14th and Sunday, February 15th

Free Kids Fishing Workshops and Fun

Most Bass Pro Shops have the same workshops, but be sure and check your local store here before you head out.

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:: Guitar Center

Saturday, February 14th {no age restrictions for free music lessons}

10:15 AM – Recording Made Easy for Pro Tools

10:15 AM – Group Bass Lesson

More free classes are offered during the week with their Music Mentor Series. Register at the Guitar Center website here.

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:: Home Depot Workshop for Adults

Saturday, February 14th from 10AM to 11:30 AM – Learn Interior Paint & Drywall Repair skills

Sunday, February 15th from 1PM – 2:30 PM – How to Install Tile

You can pre-register online here.

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:: Lakeshore Learning Store

Saturday, February 14th from 11 AM-3 PM and a few locations offer crafts every Sunday.

Kids make and take an Uncle Sam's mask craft. Get more information here.

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:: Lowe's Build and Grow

Saturday, February 14th at 10 AM

Build a Sweetheart Picture Holder. Registration begins February 2nd at the website here.

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:: Michael's Kids Club

Saturday, February 14th – 10AM – 12 Noon

Kids can drop in and take home a Puzzle Piece Necklace. At just $2 per child, they get 30 minutes of creative craft fun, supplies included. Ages 3 and up. Sessions start every half hour from 10AM – 11:30. See a store associate to sign up. Get more information here.

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:: Pottery Barn Kids

Monday, February 16th at 11 AM

Junior Designer Camp workshops – Textile Design 101:

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:: Williams-Sonoma Free Technique Classes

Saturday, February 14th for kids ages 9-13 at 10 AM.

Stir-Frying – learn to make stir-fried chicken with Bok Choy in the 52 New Foods Series.

Sunday, February 15th for Adults

Asian Cooking: Stir-Frying – learn to make delicious and nutritious meals using stir-frying with key ingredients and seasonings.To reserve a spot, and find out specific class times, contact your closest store right here.

……… MARK YOUR CALENDAR! COMING SOON……..

:: Bass Pro Shops

Kids Archery Workshops ongoing through November 18th

Go here for more info.

:: Home Depot Workshop for Kids

Saturday, March 7th from 9 AM to 12 PM

Kids Learn How to Build Bookends ~You can pre-register online here.

:: Lego Stores Free Model Build

Usually held monthly in stores, kids ages 6 to 14 can build and binoculars. Contact your closest LEGO® Store here for details.

:: Michael's Classes for Adults

Find out more information right here about creative classes happening all week long.

:: Pottery Barn Kids

Junior Designer Camp workshops

Creating a Mood Board: February 21st at 11 AM

More to Explore Throughout the Year:

:: Apple Camp

Enrollment is open for kids ages 8-12 to attend Apple Camp. This is popular free camp where kids can learn to make movies or create interactive books complete with their own illustrations and sound effects. Hurry, spots fill up quickly. Go here to sign up.

:: Athleta Stores

Free fitness classes, group runs and special events at your local store. Visit your local store page here for more information.

:: Apple Store

Free workshops – learn the basic of Mac, iPad, iPhone, or iPod. Learn how to create slideshows with iPhoto. Edit home movies with iMovie and more! Find your local store and make a reservation for a free workshop here.

:: FREE Beauty Events

Find free beauty events at local stores with free samples and demonstrations. Visit the website that keeps track of these right here.

:: Factory Tours

Find factory tours all across the USA, go here, The site has 570 tours and counting! Many are free but some may have an admission fee. (Thanks to the Happy Housewife for sharing this!)

:: Sephora: Free In Store Beauty Classes

Join the Sephora Beauty club {it is free} and attend free beauty classes inside Sephora stores to learn everything from building a skin care routine to creating the perfect smoky eye. Classes are held on Sunday at more than 60 stores across the USA. Check with your local stores for schedules and times.

:: FREE Major League Baseball Clinics

Through the Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association, kids can attend a free baseball clinic in many locations across the country. The free program is called Free Legends for Youth Kids Clinics.

:: Free Fitness Classes

Lululemon locations offer free yoga classes, go here for schedules and locations. Athleta stores offer free in store fitness classes, go here for schedules and locations.

:: Free Bowling

Kids Bowl for Free at select bowling centers. Just join their mailing list to get notified of the next Kids Bowl Free Day.

:: Free Flying Lessons

Young Eagles – kids ages 8 to 17 experience aviation and get free rides in private aircraft flown by experienced pilots. Get more information here.

:: FREE Roller Skating

Kids Roller Skate for Free: Find the closest participating facility right here.

:: FREE SKI Passport for 5th Graders

Go to www.5thgradeskipassport.com to get a free pass in Idaho or the Pacific Northwest. For other areas, search for your state with the words “5th grade ski pass + your state”, or the name of your local ski resort.

:: FREE Wine Tasting

Total Wine stores offer free wine tasting classes each weekend. Learn about specific producers, regions and varietals. Where allowed by law, participants receive special discounts on the wine being tasted. View the FREE Wine Tasting Schedule here.

:: Free Pass to Home and Garden Shows

If you like Home and Garden shows, this site will give you a free pass. Check the ACS Home Show site.

:: Target – Free Community Events

Target is also sponsoring FREE community events ranging from free museum admission, free theater tickets, family activities and tours at some of our countries most famous venues. Times and locations vary by city. Find free family activities sponsored by Target in your area right here.

:: More Free Museum Dates

This site, www.freemuseumday.org, tracks free museum days in the following cities: Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, Portland, San Francisco Bay Area, and the Seattle Area.

:: Celebrate Crazy Holidays

Have some silly fun on a budget! Celebrate Gumdrop Day, Ferris Wheel Day, Random Acts of Kindness Day and more! Get the full schedule here.—————————————————————————————————————————-

* For more ideas for family fun, be sure and check Groupon, Amazon Local , LivingSocial and Seize The Deal in your area. Join each site for free and start having more fun on a budget! These vouchers make great gifts too!

For inexpensive and sometimes free tickets to local events, I am a fan of Goldstar tickets. Watch your emails for the heading “Comp Train” from Goldstar. If you are new, you can set up a free account here.

Be sure and check out your local library and parks and recreation departments for free programs and events right in your hometown!

 

Topic: Free and Cheap Things To Do Week of Feb 14

sarah

Friday 20th of February 2015

Thank you :) i like this article it s amazing