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Toys R Us is having a Chugginton Celebration on Saturday October 15 from 11-1pm to a Chuggington event. Come try out their newest talking interactive trains. While you are there you can sign up your kids for Geoffrey's Birthday Club.
You can find this and lots of other great events on our Calendar!
On Saturday, October 22 from 12-3pm in Town Square at The Greene they are having their annual Kids Fest and Bow-Wow-Ween Pet Parade.
Here are some of the fun things going on:
- Hayrides
- Wax Hands
- Inflatable Obstacle Course
- Balloon Artist
- Strolling Magician
- Face Painting & More!
- Plus a special Scanvenger Hunt for children and families too.
Children are invited to walk in the Pet Parade for free. Come dressed up or come as yourself!
You can find this and lots of other great events on our Calendar!
2011
The Kettering Rec is holding their annual open house at the Ice Arena on Saturday, October 22. There is free skating from 2:35-3:30pm and skates will be available to rent.
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The Air Force Museum is having Family Day this Saturday, October 15 from 10am-3pm. Storytime is from 11:30-1:15pm in the Early Years Gallery. There will also be hands on activities in the Modern Flight Gallery from 1:30-3pm. We love the Air Force Museum and Family Day makes it even more fun! Celebrate Halloween by learning fun aerospace principles through Halloween-themed activities! Visitors are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes, and those that participate in activities will receive goody bags with stickers, candy and aviation trading cards (while supplies last). This month, visitors have a variety of aerospace stations to choose from, including an opportunity to learn about air vortices by "shooting" at Halloween targets, a chance to learn about density by "bobbing" for apples and an activity that teaches about sound waves with screaming cups and balloons. Participants also can try their hand at Halloween Skee-Ball from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Other activities include face painting and a Halloween-themed scavenger hunt.
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The Rave Theater in West Carrollton hosts Kidtoons on the 2nd Saturday and Sunday of every month. Each month they play a short family friendly cartoon film starting at 12pm. Admission is just $2 for adults and $1 for children! Plus they have a birthday club, and you can receive a free movie pass for your child during their birthday month. Be sure to check out their site to see what movie they are playing that month.
2011
It's time to get your creative juices flowing! With October here I bet many of you are starting to think about Halloween costumes. But costumes can be expensive. And you might be wondering- is a costume really worth all that money? So how do you dress your kids for their trek out to beg candy from unwitting strangers without breaking the bank? Here are a few ideas and tips to dress your kids this Halloween for less.
Costume Shirts: We've all seen the tees with Batman, Superman, Captain America and the likes with their logo emblazoned on the front. Grab one of these tees or a Under Roo set that has the logo shirt and then head to the toy department and check out their selection of dress-up accessories. I've seen Captain America, Thor and even Batman accessories at Walmart, Target, Toys R Us and even Meijer. You can also purchase the accessory part of their costume at a Halloween costume store too.
Toy Department Dress Up: You might be surprised at the amount of dress-up that they carry in the toy department. They have fairy wings, princess outfits, firefighter hats and loads of superhero dress-up. The thing I like about the toy department dress-up is that it's better quality and typically cheaper than the Halloween costumes. Seriously.. Halloween costumes must be made from cheap pantyhose material!!
Family Fun's Magazine: Family Fun has several great costume ideas that are last minute, like the "Road Trip" costume pictured above. That in my book means "stuff you already have at home" which means a funny costume with little to no money being spent! Be sure to check out the latest issue there are several great ideas in their October magazine too.
DIY: There are tons of tutorials on how to make different dress-up/ Halloween clothing pieces. Here are my two favorite inexpensive, easy options:
Superhero Cape from Tee Shirt- You can use the correct color for your superhero costume (Blue- Superman/ Black- Batman)
Tutu- You can easily create a tutu with the colors of any Disney princess. (Yellow and red- Snow White / Blue- Cinderella / Yellow- Belle)
Second Hand Store/ Thrift Store: If you start looking early enough you can find several different costumes that others have discarded from their past Halloween adventures at most thrift stores.
Online: Costume Express, Buy.com and Amazon all have costumes galore. You can even find a deal on some items if you search their clearance and sale sections.
And my last tip!
AFTER Halloween Clearance: Head to the store AFTER Halloween and stock up for next year.
Do you have any great tips for dressing up for Halloween for less? We'd love to hear your ideas!
2011
We'd hate for you to miss a deal so here is what is coming up this next week. We will start having a some events that are only posted on our calendar and all the details will be there for the event. So, if there is no "Link"- it's posted in the Calendar page. If you have a question about a calendar post feel free to contact us!
Friday, September 30
Chick-fil-A: Free Breakfast
Momtopia: Fairfield Commons Mall
Saturday, October 1
Chick-fil-A: Free Breakfast
Barnes & Noble: Storytime
Home Depot: Kids Workshop
Dayton Mall: Taking Care of Baby and Me Expo
Sunday, October 2
Dayton Mall: Taking Care of Baby and Me Expo
Monday, October 3
Chick-fil-A: Free Breakfast
Tuesday, October 4
Books & Co: Storytime
Barnes & Noble: Storytime
Chick-fil-A: Free Breakfast
Wednesday, October 5
Chick-fil-A: Free Breakfast
Thursday, October 6
Barnes & Noble: Storytime
Chick-fil-A: Free Breakfast
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!
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Head to the Dayton Mall on October 1 and 2 from 12-6pm for their Taking Care of Baby and Me Expo. This is a free event for new parents, expectant parents and those thinking about starting a family. Come see the latest products for babies and expectant mothers. Meet expers and organizations dedicated to your baby's health. There will be complimentary health screening, fun entertainment and giveaways.
Bring your little ones to paint a ceramic pumpkin magnet on Saturday from 2-5pm or Sun from 12-2pm.
Saturday entertainment
Mike Hemmelgarn- 2pm
Mr Cowpie- 4pm
Sunday entertainment
Jennifer Ellis- 2pm
Miss Joanie- 4pm
2011
We'd hate for you to miss a deal so here is what is coming up this next week. All of the events listed below are FREE! We have some events that are only posted on our calendar and the details for the event. So, if there is no "Link"- it's posted in the calendar. If you have a question about a specfic calendar post feel free to contact us!
Friday, September 23
Chick-fil-A: Free Breakfast
Saturday, September 24
Barnes & Noble: Storytime
Chick-fil-A: Free Breakfast
Michaels Crafts: FREE Make-It Take-It Event
Lowes: Build and Grow Clinic- Fire Truck
Free Museum Day (Be sure to register in advance)
Monday, September 26
Chick-fil-A: Free Breakfast
Tuesday, September 27
Books & Co: Storytime The Greene
Barnes & Noble: Storytime Dayton Mall
Chick-fil-A: Free Breakfast
Cold Stone Creamery: Free Ice Cream 3 oz Sample
Wednesday, September 28
Chick-fil-A: Free Breakfast
Thursday, September 29
Barnes & Noble: Storytime Dayton Mall
Chick-fil-A: Free Breakfast
Chick-Fil-A: Mother Son Date (be sure to make your reservation)
Friday, September 30
Momtopia: Fairfield Commons Mall
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Ok, for those of you that have a son and love Chick-fil-A I have a FUN event for you!. The five Dayton-Area Chick-fil-A Restaurants are hosting a Mother Son Date Knight on September 29. Seriously, how cute is that?!
Chick-fil-A will host a “Date Night” for mothers and sons on Thursday, September 29 from 4:30 to 7:30pm. During this special evening, mothers and sons are encouraged to spend some time together while they enjoy dinner, great conversation and several special activities. Seatings are available every hour, and reservations are required. You can visit http://mothersondate.com/Dayton/ to make a reservation.
So, if you have a son or sons- you better go and make your reservation quick! Because with a sweet, fun event like this I'm sure it will fill up quickly!
Looking for more events? Be sure to check out our Calendar section where you can find lots of things to do every day!
