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Microsoft is offering the following 4 different summer camps:
1. Digital Movie Madness Camp
2. Digital Art Smarts Camp
3. Office Unleashed Camp
4. Game Masters Camp
Though these camps are free to children ages 8-13, registration is required. Also, the child’s parent must stay at the Microsoft site during each 2-hour session.
If you have a tech-savvy young person and live near a participating Microsoft store, then sign up quickly. Space is limited.
Photograph Credit: Dippin’ Dots
In celebration of National Ice Cream Day, participating Dippin’ Dots locations will offer a free sample of their new Clusterz flavor:
Get your coupon for a FREE sample of Dippin’ Dots Clusterz – Ice cream dots clustered with rich crunchy chocolate. Click below to print your coupon. Redeemable only on National Ice Cream Day Eve – Saturday, July 14 from 7-9 p.m. at participating Dippin’ Dots’ stores and shopping center locations.
You might want to verify participation before heading out. Not all locations will participate. Enjoy!
Photograph Credit: Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
Today (Friday, July 13, 2012) only, participating Krispy Kreme Doughnuts locations in the United States will celebrate their 75th birthday by offering a dozen original glazed doughnuts for 75¢ when you purchase a dozen doughnuts.
At our Krispy Kreme, an assorted dozen of doughnuts costs $7.99. Adding 75¢ for the original glazed dozen, I can get 24 delicious doughnuts, 3 happy kids, and a fun family activity for less than $10.
If Chick-fil-A will serve one of your meals today, then a little splurge might fit snuggly into your budget. If not, then don’t spend. Another fun family activity will come along. Enjoy your weekend while using time wisely.
Question: What do you have planned for the weekend?
Photograph Credit: Kids Skate Free
Besides improving balance and flexibility, roller skating is a fun indoor activity away from the heat. This summer KidsSkateFree.com has partnered with roller skating rinks around the country offering kids free skating throughout the summer.
Each partner has its own age limits, times and days availability, and duration of the program.
Registration at a participating rink enters your children into the program. On Sundays, you will receive coupons to redeem at your chosen skating center. You will need to print and present your coupon during your location’s Kids Skate Free days and times. Skate rental is not included.
In using time wisely to keep your children active and out of the heat, options like Kids Skate Free and Kids Bowl Free come to the rescue. Enjoy your time making memories while rolling along this summer. Happy playing!
Question: Which do you prefer: roller skating or ice skating?
Chick-fil-A’s Cow Appreciation Day is a great family activity to dress as a bovine and eat free chicken together. Click this link for more details.
Last year, I spent about 2-3 hours creating our cow costumes for Cow Appreciation Day. This year, we spent 10 minutes getting ready for Chick-fil-A’s Cow Appreciation Day. The bulk of this time was finding the “safe” place I put the hats. 🙂
In using time wisely last year to invest in preparations for 2011 and beyond, I saved money, energy, and time this year for our special family activity.
2012 Cow Appreciation DayAfter dressing Eat, Mor, and Chikin, we ventured out together. While enjoying our free lunch, we visited with some of our friends. Our Chick-fil-A was full, but the staff worked hard and provided free games and prizes. My children each received a little rubber basketball and a coupon for a breakfast item.
Are you short on time and need some cow inspiration? How do you make a cow costume? Try this:
1. Get an old white tee-shirt, and cut holes in it.
2. Then wear a black shirt under it.
3. Use a black eye liner to darken your nose.
4. Place black socks on your ears.
5. Wear black or white shoes.
6. Go to your local Chick-fil-A.
7. Eat free chicken.
In using time wisely and investing in the lives of your family, enjoy dressing up in cow attire. With Cow Appreciation Day occurring once a year, you can survive. Think of it as Halloween in July. 😉 Happy Cow Appreciation Day!
Question: How are you appreciating the cows today?
