2012
Halloween is full of freebie both for kids and adults alike. We've compiled our list of best freebies that we know of before and after Halloween.
- A Boo-rito at Chipotle. Show up in costume at Chipotle between 4 p.m. and closing time on Halloween will get a Chipotle burrito, bowl or salad for only $2.
- Kids eat free at Outback. Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entree. This is for dine-in only and, Outback says, while supplies last. Be sure to look for another freebie hidden inside the drink menu. It’s a coupon for a free steak dinner, which you can redeem on your next visit to Outback between November 1 and November 29, 2012.
- Free donut at Krispy Kreme. Stop into Krispy Kreme in costume on Halloween, and you can get a free Halloween or pumpkin spice doughnut. No purchase is necessary. One doughnut per customer and at participating Krispy Kreme locations only.
- Free trick or treat bag at Subway. Kids will receive a Frankenweenie reusable bag and a glow stick, while supplies last.
- Halloween Spooktacular at Town and Country. On Oct 31 from 6-8pm trick or treat throughout the shopping center (bring your own bag!), play games and win prizes, guess the pumpkin weight and number of candy in the bowl! Balloon artist, face painting, refreshments, and fun!
- Corn dogs at Sonic. Sonic will be selling corn dogs on Halloween for 50 cents all day.
- Free kid’s meal at Chili’s. Bring your little ones any time between October 29 and October 31 for a free kids meal with adult entree and this printable coupon. This free meal is good for children age 12 or younger and at participating locations only.
- Free kid's meal at Bob Evans. Bring your littles in between Oct 24- Oct 31 in costume and this coupon (or ask for the coupon in store according to their FB page) for a free kids meal with adult entree.
- Italian food at Piada. Come to Piada dressed in costume on Oct 31 and receive a Free Piada.
- Be crafty at Michaels. Michaels stores are featuring crafts activities, Halloween parades and face painting for kids ages three and up on Saturday, Oct. 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m
- HalloWING at Quaker Steak and Lube. Kids Halloween Nite Monday October 29 from 4-8pm Join them for a pumpkin hunt, Cookie Decorating, & FREE tokens for the games!
- AFTER HALLOWEEN- Trade your sweets at The Filling Station- Nov 2- Bring in your unopened candy to the fall Festival at the Filling Station & you could earn $1 per pound (up to 5 lbs) or tokens for the game room, a bag filled with goodies and a chance to win something extra special.
- AFTER HALLOWEEN- Dr. McConnell D.D.S (at the Greene)- Will pay $1.00 per pound (up to 5 lbs per child) for your unopened candy! Candy can be dropped off: November 1st 8:15 am- 5:00 pm, November 2nd 8:15 am- 4:00 pm
If you know of any others please feel free to let us know!
1. Participate in a Summer Reading Program at local libraries, Barnes and Noble, Half Price Bookstore or Books and Co (you need to go to Books and Co for their info and forms).
2. Head to your local bowling alley and play a few free games, be sure to register at KidsBowlFree.com for your passes.
3. Watch a free summer movie at Rave Cinemas and Danberry South has $1 movies Mon-Fri before noon.
4. Get your Kids Summer Fest fun on at The Greene on July 28.
5. Build something fun at Lowes Build and Grow Workshops or Home Depot Kids Workshops each month just make sure your register in advance for Lowes workshops as spots are limited.
6. Take a walk on the crafty side and make something fun at Michaels in store events (most are free!)
7. Cool off indoors at the Air Force Museum and participate in monthly Family Days events.
8. Visit one of Kettering's newly redesigned parks.
9. Enjoy the outdoors at one of the many local festivals and fairs this summer.
10. Don your summer swimwear and splash around outside at one of the many local splash pads.
11. Become a Junior Ranger and earn a badge for your efforts.
12. Have fun at a free festival at the Fraze Pavilion.
13. Search the wealth of knowledge on Pinterest for ideas for games, crafts and fun activities to do with kids.
14. Particpate in a free Story On-Line Story Time at Barnes and Noble.
15. Discover something new at a local farmers market be sure to check LocalHarvest.org for help discovering new ones.
16. Embrace the arts at the Dayton Art Institute and kids can participate in their Kids Club while there.
17. Try a new restaurant and be sure to check out our list of Kids Eat Free places.
18. Get something free with those final grades from school.
19. Find a VBS to attend at your local church.
I hope this helps keep you and your families busy this summer. Do you know of any others? Please feel free to share them with us!
2012
Head to any of the area Rave Theaters and enjoy FREE movies this summer. Every week they are playing a different G or PG movie starting at 10am. Tickets are first-come first-served, and limited to theater capacity, door open 9:30. Just show up and get your ticket! I love how there is so much FREE stuff going on this summer, and with the fountain at the Greene to play in after- that is CHEAP summer fun!
Rave Theaters
Beavercreek, The Greene 14 + IMAX
Huber Heights, Huber Heights 16
West Carrollton, Dayton South 16
Here is the movie line up for this summer- please be sure to check their site for exact dates as each theater is playing each film on a different week.
Cats and Dogs The Revenge of Kitty Galore
Legend of the Guardians
Yogi Bear
Happy Feet Two
Journey 2 The Mysterious Island
Dolphin Tale
Shorts
Inkheart
Happy Feet
Don't forget you can always call your location to see what movie is playing that week.
2012
If you have been wanting to visit the Boonshoft Museum then be sure to mark your calendars! The Boonshoft Museum is offering a free admission day on Tuesday, March 20! Door opens at 4pm and closes at 8pm. Regular admission is $8.50 for adults and $7.50 for children, so FREE is a great deal! This museum is a super fun place for kids. There are plenty of hands on activities to entertain kids of all ages. There are exhibits where children can act as car mechanics, vets, judge and recycling workers. There are also waterplay tables, slides, planetarium and even an indoor zoo.
You can find this and lots of other great events on our Calendar!
2012
It's time for some Valentine's Day sweetness in your kiddos or sweeties lunch. These lunches are so cute that it might even earn you an extra hug or kiss.
I like how this super simple and cute heart sandwich is the fun of a thumbprint cookie in a sandwich. All it takes is a cookie cutter and some fun sprinkles on a standard peanut butter and jelly.
Who doesn't love to receive a love letter? You can make a simple love letter sandwich with only 3 pieces of bread and a rolling pin. For the heart shape "seal" one the letter you can use even a heart sticker if you don't have anything else heart shaped foodwise.
If your Valentine is a little too old for a cutesy heart lunch I really love this monster love themed sandwich. It requires a little more effort but it's SUPER cute
2012
Kids Eat FREE Every Tuesday Night at Bob Evans with an adult entree purchase. Valid for children 12 and under.
Family Night takes place weekly from 4PM to close. Let them help you bring the whole family together this winter for a good meal and activities! Also be sure to visit them on Facebook to download your Sweet Treat Club Card to earn FREE cookies & an Ice Cream Sundae for your kids!
Want more deals like this? Be sure to check out our great list of KIDS EAT FREE for daily deals.
2012
If the public schools are closed for a snow day bring your kids into O'Charley's for a FREE kids meal with every adult entree purchased. So when there's snow.. don't worry.. because there might be free food in your future!
Here's the fine print: Available in participating restaurants in Ohio. Offer valid in restaurant location of the local school system only. Free kids meal is valid for children ages 10 and under. Available in restaurant only.
2011
Here's what's going on this week. Be sure to check out our calendar!
Saturday, December 17
Barnes & Noble: Storytime
Lowes: Build and Grow Clinic- Train Engine
The Greene: Holiday Events
Michaels Crafts: Make-It Take-It Event
Tuesday, December 20
Books & Co: Storytime
Barnes & Noble: Storytime
The Greene: Holiday Events
If you are looking for even more deals be sure to follow us on Facebook! We often post exclusive "quick deals" that we find there!
Have a deal or event that you know about? Please feel free to share it with us!
2011
Michaels is having a couple different holiday craft events this Saturday, December 17.
- Duck Tape Luggage Tag: 10am-12pm
- Poinsettia Card: 12-2pm
Looking for more events? Be sure to check out our Calendar section where you can find lots of things to do every day!
2011
Be sure to sign up early because the clinics are filling up fast! On Saturday, December 17 Lowes is having their bi-monthly Build and Grow Clinic from 10-11am. They are building a "Train Engine" this month for the clinic. This project is one of a three week train project. Online registration is required, and there is a list of stores that are participating. If a store you go to is not listed it is because all the slots have been filled.
Each participant receives a free apron, a project themed patch, goggles and a certificate upon completion of their project. Although it does specify school age- as long as your child can follow instructions and handle hammering they will allow them to come. (We started going when our son was 4 yr old) This is always a great weekend activity.
Looking for more events? Be sure to check out our Calendar section where you can find lots of things to do every day!











