Sign up to host a Coffee Party on FREE FLAVOR FRIDAY in February

"On Friday, February 4th, 2011 COFFEE-MATE® is saluting its entire roster of flavors, and the people who love them with FREE FLAVOR FRIDAY! A special celebration filled with free product giveaways on Coffee-mate.com and Facebook, FREE FLAVOR FRIDAY is an opportunity to get a coupon for a free bottle of COFFEE-MATE®. Savor your favorite flavor or try a new one for FREE if you are one of the first 100,000 to respond!

And of course, every celebration needs a party! Be a part of the festivities by hosting a COFFEE-MATE® Café Party on FREE FLAVOR FRIDAY." Sign up here!

The Best Spots to Sled in Cleveland

Courtsey of my fellow Cleveland blogger, Mary, who blogs at 365 Fun Things to Do With Kids in Cleveland, here is a list of the best sledding spots in the Cleveland area. Sledding, after all is fun and totally FREE! Enjoy and have a Merry Christmas!

Get a FREE $5 Gift Card at Starbucks Today and Tomorrow Only

Need a last minute gift or stocking stuffer? Get a FREE $5 Starbucks Card when you buy any 12-pack of Starbucks VIA® Ready Brew this Tuesday and Wednesday (December 21-22) at participating U.S. and Canada Starbucks stores, while supplies last.

Buy a Gift Card for the Holidays and Get One FREE!

Buy a giftcard at any of these places and get one FREE! Great gift ideas with an added perk for you, or just stock up on gift cards for your favorite place and make some free money on the deal! Enjoy!

Buca di Beppo--get a $10 reward card with each purchase of a $50 or more Buca Gift Card.
Charlotte Russe--spend $40 on gift cards and get $10 FREE for you.
Children's Place--buy $40 in gift cards and get $10 FREE.
Godiva Chocolate is offering a FREE $10 in Shoppers Rewards for every $50 you spend (limit 4). Also, sign up for their eClub and receive a FREE piece of chocolate each month!
Applebee's--get a FREE $10 bonus card when you purchase $50 in gift cards.
Hoggy's--buy $100 in gift certificates and get $20 FREE.
Outback--for each $100 in gift cards purchased, receive a $20 bonus card. And sign up for their eClub and receive a FREE appetizer.
Chili’s is offering 10% off gift card orders of $100 or more.
Macaroni Grill--get a $5 bonus card with every $25 gift card purchase. Sign up for their eClub and receive $5 off your next visit for a total of a FREE $10!
Starbucks is featuring the “12 Days of Sharing” now through December 12th. The deal of the day usually includes a freebee or a discounted item. Offer changes daily and is only good on that date.

Most restaurants are offering FREE shipping on gift cards even if they're not offering any other deal, so you don't even have to leave the house! If you know of any other promotions, please leave a comment and let us know!

Get FREE Natural Cut Fries with Sea Salt from Wendy's

Visit Wendy's page on Facebook and go to the FryForAll tab. "Like" Wendy's and get FREE fries for posting a fry box on your wall (you will be able to print a coupon or get it in your inbox). When your friends grab one, they will get free fries, too!

Get a FREE $5 Gift Card at Starbucks Today!

If you come into a Starbucks and buy 1lb of coffee today, Monday, December 6th, they'll throw in a free $5 Starbucks Card. It's day 6 of the 12 Days of Sharing. Don't forget to pay with a registered Starbucks card and start racking up points towards a FREE drink!

FREE Pancake Breakfast with Santa

On Saturday, December 11, join Santa at Journey Community Church for a FREE pancake breakfast! You can also get your picture taken with Santa for a small fee. Call 440.331.7700 for more information, or go to http://www.journeycleveland.com/ to download your free ticket and reserve a seat at either the 9am or 11am seating. The Fairview Park Campus of Journey Community Church is located at 21220 Lorain Rd.

Get a FREE Pound of Christmas Blend Coffee Tomorrow at Starbucks

As part of "The Twelve Days of Sharing," buy 1 lb Starbucks Christmas Blend and get one FREE. Makes a great gift! Quantities are limited, valid December 2nd only.

Visit Santa at Westfield Malls Now Through Christmas Eve

Bring your little ones to see Santa at any Westfield Mall this month for FREE. There are photo packages to purchase if you wish, but the awe and wonder in their eyes comes at no charge. :) Santa will be there from 10am-9pm Monday thru Saturday and 11am-6pm on Sunday, with some exceptions. Visit the website for more details. Enjoy the Christmas season!

Give Your Child a FREE Personalized Letter from Santa!

Imagine the excitement on your child's face upon receiving a Personalized Santa Letter! Santa can personalize details specific to your child including: your child's name, gender, age, hometown, accomplishment, present, and best friend's name!

They have Five FREE unique Santa Letters to choose from, great if you want Santa to write to more than one child in a household! You can even choose between five background templates! They offer a choice of a Free Printable Letter from Santa or a Free Santa Letter email. It couldn't be easier! Click here to get started!

Make a FREE Secret Santa Gift at Pat Catans December 4th & 5th

Kids can make a Christmas gift for FREE this weekend at participating Pat Catans stores. Great for parents, grandparents, or friends! December 4th & 5th from 12-5 pm. Find a store near you!

Remember Your FREE Freaky Pet This Friday, December 3rd

Make sure to drop by your local participating Hallmark Gold Crown Store this Friday, December the 3rd and say the magic phrase. The first five people to walk in and ask "Are you a friend of Kromdar the Magnificent?" will get their very own FREE Freaky Pet!

If you aren’t sure where a participating Hallmark Gold Crown Store is, try using the Store Locator, but please be sure to call your local store in advance to make sure they are participating in the Free Freaky Friday promotion.

The FREE Holiday Event of the Season: CircleFest Is December 5th!

Start off the holiday season with a trip to the 17th Annual Holiday CircleFest. It’s the perfect way to experience University Circle, FREE of charge. From 1:00-5:30 p.m., more than 20 of University Circle’s renowned museums, gardens, galleries, churches, and schools open their doors and offer an afternoon of activities, food, and shopping.

Visitors can look forward to a gingerbread house competition, live music performances, trees with themed decorations, a singing Santa, and even live reindeer. This year, Wade Oval becomes Cleveland’s Central Park with free horse-drawn carriage rides. Or, for a slightly warmer mode of transportation, UCI will provide free shuttle buses to escort guests to the different activity sites. From 5:30-6:00 p.m., the activities conclude with The Cleveland Museum of Art’s dramatic Winter Lights Lantern Procession on Wade Oval. Perhaps the most highly anticipated activity of Holiday CircleFest is The Rink at Wade Oval. Admission to The Rink is free, and skate rentals are only $3.
 
Rough Schedule of Events:
The Rink at Wade Oval: 1:00-7:00 p.m.
Free horse-drawn carriage rides (Wade Oval): 1:00-5:00 p.m.
Activities: 1:00-5:30 p.m.
Winter Lights Lantern Procession on Wade Oval: 5:30 p.m.

Visit the website for the HUGE list of fun things to do! There is certainly something for everyone. Enjoy!

Holiday Program of Music and Lights in Wade Chapel

Dec. 4th from 1-4 p.m.
Join us for our 16th Annual Holiday Program of Music and Lights in Wade Chapel. With merry music, bright candles, and the lovely chapel surroundings, your spirits are sure to get a lift for the season. No charge, reservations are requested, as we have limited seating. Visit the website for more details!

Winter Lights Lantern Festival at the Museum of Art

Friday, December 3–Sunday, January 2, 2011
A bright and innovative way to warm up your holiday season, the Winter Lights Lantern Festival features lantern displays inside the museum and the Environment of Lights installation on Wade Oval. The museum offers an array of activities and entertainment, including workshops for making simple lanterns for the procession. The day culminates in a procession through the Environment of Lights led by guest lantern artists and illuminated dancers and giant puppets on Saturday, December 5th at 5:30 pm as part of the Holiday CircleFest in University Circle.

December Art Walk in Little Italy This Weekend

Don’t miss the exciting December Art Walk, December 3,4 & 5, 2010. Little Italy kicks off the Holiday season during the December Art Walk with wine tastings, receptions, trunk shows and fantastic gift shopping in over 25 galleries and boutiques and extraodinary dining in 21 restaurants, bakeries and bars.

The annual tree lighting at 5PM Saturday outside the Historic Mayfield Theater features a special guest from the North Pole, Santa Claus 5PM to 7PM! Little Italy is growing with 5 new boutiques/galleries, new restaurants, an Italian Market & a new Bed and Breakfast! Always new and exciting, Little Italy is perfect for the passionate gift buyer!

Art Walk starts Friday, December 3 at Noon to 9PM, Saturday, December 4 Noon to 9PM & Sunday Noon to 6PM. Many restaurants are open to 2AM! Valet parking begins with 4 stations on Mayfield Rd. Friday at 5PM and continues throughout the Art Walk days. For more information about shops and restaurants see our official website: http://clevelandlittleitaly.com/.

Don't Miss Winterfest 2010 in Public Square This Saturday!

This year, Public Square will be packed with concerts and activities for the whole family leading up to the Official Winterfest Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6:00 pm! The fun kicks off on the Square at 12 noon this Saturday, November 27th.

The schedule of events is as follows:
12:00-3:30p.m., Live Broadcast of OSU/Michigan Game
1:00-5:00p.m., Free Horse-Drawn Carriage rides
3:00-7:00p.m., Winterfest Village, including family-friendly activities, food, music & more!
3:00-6:00p.m., Stage Show & Radio Disney Holiday Concert
6:00-7:30p.m., Official Public Square Lighting Ceremony, Concert and Fireworks
7:30-8:30p.m., Public After Party at the Higbee Building. Visit with Santa, free refreshments, and live music!

Visit the link for more details, and enjoy your holiday weekend!!

Order Your FREE 2011 Oriental Trading Calendar Today!

The Oriental Trading 2011 Calendar includes:
•A special money-saving offer for you each month!
•New tips & idea starters to help you plan fun events all year long!
•Shopping reminders for guaranteed holiday delivery.
•Tons of unique dates to celebrate every month, such as "National Ice Cream Day!"

Visit their website to order yours today! Arrives in 7-14 days.

Ice Skate for FREE at the Rink at Wade Oval

The Rink at Wade Oval is back for a third year of outdoor fun! It's the only FREE outdoor rink in Cleveland. Last year, more than 20,000 people laced up a pair of skates and took to The Rink’s unique polymer surface, which feels just like real ice. This season, visitors are encouraged to stop by the new Wade Oval Information Center to warm up with a cup of hot cocoa or coffee after they're finished skating. Admission is free; skate rental is $3.

Rink Hours of Operation
November 20 - February 21
Weekends Only
Fridays & Saturdays, Noon-7:00 p.m.
Sundays, Noon-5:00 p.m.

December 20 - January 2
Open Daily
Sunday – Thursday, Noon-5:00 p.m.
Friday & Saturday, Noon – 7:00 p.m.

Closed Christmas Day and New Years Day

Open on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (January 17) and President’s Day (February 21),
Noon-5:00 p.m.

Visit the link for hours of operation and more information!

FREE Admission to the Cleveland Zoo on Thanksgiving Day

Bring your family to Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on Thanksgiving Day and enjoy free admission to the Zoo from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. As an added holiday treat, visitors can see special animal feeding and enrichment demonstrations throughout the day. Visit their website to see the feeding schedule and for more information.

Kids Eat FREE at Chipotle This Sunday November 21st

This Sunday at participating Chipotle Mexican Grills, purchase a burrito and get a new Kid's Meal for FREE! Check with your local store see if they are participating first!

Make Crafts at JB Booksellers This Month!

Joseph Beth Booksellers in Legacy Village is hosting lots of free craft events this month! There were some the past couple weekends that I missed because I didn't get this posted early enough, but here are the remaining events this month:

Craft: Rock-A-Doodle
Saturday, November 20 at 11:00AM
Bring nature indoors as we Rock-a-Doodle! Today we’ll be turning ordinary rocks into extraordinary friends! Ages 4 and up. Registration required.


Craft: Custom Cars
Saturday, November 27 at 11:00AM
Start your engines race car drivers and zoom in for this special drift car event. We’ll use kits to custom design our very own drift cars! Ages 4 and up. Free registration required.

Visit their website for more details!

Watch Ratatouille This Friday Night at JB Booksellers

Join us this Friday, November 19th at 7:00pm for our free monthly family movie night as we snack on popcorn and watch Ratatouille! In this Disney animated movie a rat named Remy dreams of becoming a great French chef despite his family's wishes and the obvious problem of being a rat in a decidedly rodent-phobic profession. Rated G. Movie will be shown in the second floor meeting room at Joseph Beth Booksellers in Legacy Village.

Gap Is Giving Away 10,000 FREE Pairs of Jeans Tomorrow!

This Friday (11/5) Gap is giving away 10,000 pairs of jeans! Check-in at any Men’s & Women’s Gap using Facebook Places and you could win. Just show any Gap employee your check-in and you could score a FREE pair. If you’re too late don’t worry, we’ll let you shop with 40% off any regularly priced item. Click here for more details.

Doll Tea Party This Saturday at Pottery Barn Kids

A special tea-time for children to dress up and share their favorite doll or teddy bear. Enjoy refreshments, crafts, and stories! Space is limited, so call the store near you to RSVP!

Kids Can Build a Spice Rack This Weekend at Home Depot

This Saturday from 9am-12pm kids ages 5-12 can build a Spice Rack at their local Home Depot store. This would make a great Christmas gift! The FREE monthly workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. This fun time also allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children. In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.

Get FREE Seattle's Best Coffee at Burger King Every Friday in November

Stop by Burger King every Friday in November for a FREE 12 oz. cup of Seattle's Best coffee. One per customer during breakfast hours while supplies last. Not valid with flavored shots or whipped topping. At participating locations only.

FREE Veggie Tales Christmas Album Download at Amazon

Download an MP3 of the Veggie Tales Christmas Album The Incredible Singing Christmas Tree at Amazon.com while supplies last!

Time for Another FREE Freaky Pet at Hallmark This Friday!

Well, Halloween is over, and we hope that everyone got plenty of treats. We do have just one more surprise in store for you…it’s nearly time again for FREE FREAKY FRIDAY! Make sure to drop by your local participating Hallmark Gold Crown Store this Friday, November the 5th and drop the magic phrase. The first five people to walk in and ask “Do you know the way to Pet Town?” will get their very own FREE Freaky Pet! If you aren’t sure where a participating Hallmark Gold Crown Store is, try using the Store Locator. Be sure to call your local store in advance to make sure they are participating in the Free Freaky Friday promotion.

Election Day FREEbies 2010

National Deals:
Starbucks: Free tall cup of coffee at any Starbucks.
Chick-fil-A: Most locations are handing out a Free Chicken Sandwich.
Books-A-Million: Free cup of coffee.
McCormick & Schmick's: Is extending it's Happy Hour from 3pm until close with $1.95 bar food.
Krispy Kreme: Offering a free star-shaped doughnut with "patriotic sprinkles."

As always, check with your local store to make sure they're participating.

"FREE Coffee Day" at Bruegger's on November 10th

Bruegger's Bagels is hosting a "Free Coffee Day" on Wednesday, November 10th until 2pm to raise funds for Children's Miracle Network. Guests are invited to make a donation to Children's Miracle Network. Click here for more info and to find a location near you!

TREATS FOR THE TROOPS

The DeVor Dental Practice invites Halloween revelers of all ages to stop by their Madison Avenue offices on Monday, November 1, 2010 between 3:00–5:30 p.m., to take part in its second annual Halloween Buyback!, a candy drive for America’s men and women serving overseas in Afghanistan and Iraq. The candy will be distributed to our troops via Operation Gratitude. The Devor Dental Practice is located at 13616 Madison Ave. in Lakewood.All are invited to stop by and contribute some trick-or-treat bounty and help this year's goal of collecting 200 pounds of candy. As a token of gratitude, every child will receive a brand new $1.00 bill for each pound of candy he or she brings in to the office (up to 5 pounds). Joining the festivities will be Bobo the clown and his ark of balloon animals, as well as the Chick-Fil-A cow, providing laughs and entertainment for all. Snacks will also be provided. It’s not only become an annual enamel saver and a good denture prevention measure, but a way of sending some back-home appreciation to our armed-services personnel, sweetening the day and brightening the smiles of scores of United States soldiers. All are welcome. For more information, contact Michelle Macek at (216) 221-1438. Web site http://www.gregdevordds.com/.

Thanks Holly!

Kids get FREE Hot Chocolate at Caribou Coffee This Weekend!

Stop by any Caribou Coffee this weekend with your kids in costume and they will receive a FREE kids hot chocolate! October 30 & 31 only for kids 12 and under. One free hot chocolate with another beverage purchase.

These FREE Photo Offers Expire Soon!

These FREE photo opportunities expire this weekend! Do something with those summer vacation photos or use one as a Christmas gift! Act quickly to get your freebees by October 31st!

Picaboo Is Offering a FREE Photo Book to New Customers
FREE Halloween Portrait Collage at Sears
Earn a FREE 7x9 Photobook from Shutterfly

This Week's Freebees at Chick-fil-A in North Olmsted

Come to Chick-fil-A on Great Northern Blvd this week for these freebees:

• Purchase any size Strawberry Handspun Milkshake and Receive a FREE Spicy sandwich
• Bring in your laptop....FREE Wi-Fi now available.
• Family Night on Tuesday, October 26th is the Halloween Festival. Costume contest, balloon artist, tattoos, face painting, crafts, games and much more. Kid's receive a FREE 4-count Kid's Nugget meal when an adult meal is purchased.

Get a FREE Blizzard from Dairy Queen

Sign up for Dairy Queen's Blizzard Fan Club and receive a coupon for a FREE Blizzard with the purchase of a medium Blizzard.

Coupons for FREE Coffee from Dunkin Donuts

Get two coupons for a FREE cup of coffee (or whatever beverage you choose) by signing up for Dunkin' Donut's Dunkin' Perks club.

Enjoy a FREE Pastry from Panera Bread

Register for a My Panera loyalty card at any store and receive a FREE pastry! Visit mypanera.com for more details!

Earn a FREE 7x9 Photo Book from Shutterfly

Between October 12th & November 1st, spend $30 at Archiver's and you'll earn a FREE 7x9 soft-cover photo book from Shutterfly! Spend $30 at once or over several visits--either way, it adds up to a free book!

Celebrate World Pasta Day with FREE Spaghetti at Buca di Beppo!

Celebrate World Pasta Day at Buca di Beppo! Dine in on October 25th and receive FREE Spaghetti with your choice of meat sauce or marinara in celebration of World Pasta Day. Plus, they will send you home with a 1 lb. package of Rummo Italian Pasta! To receive a free portion of spaghetti, guests must purchase a Buca Small or Buca Large sized pasta or entree.

Harvest Party & Bible Heroes Costume Party at Grace Church

Wednesday, October 27 2010, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location : Activity Center

Harvest Party is for children in grades 1-6. Children must be accopanied by an adult. Invite family, friends and neighbor's kids to this safe evening filled with games, giant slide, candy and lots of FUN! Cute and creative costumes are welcome.

Bible Heroes Costume Party is for children 4 years old, Pre-K and Kindergarten. Dress in your favorite Bible hero costume. Enjoy an evening with special surprises, candy, prizes, games and lot of fun.

Click here for more details.

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Get a FREE eBook of Your Child's Story from TikaTok

Get a FREE ebook download from TikaTok, "a fun world where kids create their own books." Create a book in three easy steps: write a story, add pictures, and order the book. There are three different kinds of books to create, from very basic to starting from scratch. See the website for more details, and enter promotion code bnfree for your free ebook!

$1 Happy Meals at McDonald's in Southpark Mall

Every Tuesday from 11am-7pm present your WFamily Card and receive a Happy Meal for only $1 with the purchase of a Value Meal.

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Halloween at Crocker Park on October 31st

The 2nd Annual Crocker Park Pet Parade and Costume Contest takes place Sunday, October 31 from 12-4pm ~ Featuring trick-or-treating, games and more, the afternoon event is fun for both kids and their four-legged friends. The Pet Parade begins at 12:30 p.m., and winners are crowned at 1 p.m. Owners may register their costumed pets starting at noon. Registration is $5. All proceeds benefit the Cleveland Animal Protective League.

The schedule of events at the Crocker Park Pet Parade and Costume Contest is as follows:
12 p.m. Registration for participating costumed pets
12:30 p.m. Pet Costume Parade
1 p.m. Contest awards
2:00-4:00 p.m. Trick-or-Treating (at participating stores)
Brain Drain Prize Game (at Learning Express Toys)
4:15 p.m. Announcement of Coloring Contest Winner at Nicky Nicole (Contest begins a week prior at Nicky Nicole, call 440-835-1223 for details)

For more information about this event contact Guest Services at 440-871-6880.

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This Week's Facebook Frenzy at Chick-fil-A in North Olmsted

Purchase any size Strawberry Handspun Milkshake and receive FREE 6-count Nuggets. Week of Oct. 18-Oct. 23. Mention you saw them on facebook, and go here to "Like" their page for continued updates! Enjoy your FREE nuggets!

FREE Holiday Workshops Going on at Archivers

FREE Holiday Card Showcase
Going on now! Our annual Holiday Card Showcase is THE place for new, fresh card ideas and inspiration! See over 70 card designs using the latest holiday papers, stamps, and embellishments, as well as tons of great techniques. Cards feature lots of different styles, sizes, shapes, and colors—there is something for everyone! You’ll leave with a color print-out of each design shown to help you get started. If you want to make your own holiday cards, you can’t miss it. Seats fill up fast, so sign up today!

FREE Holiday Extravaganza, November 5-7
Come kick-off the holiday season with Archiver's! Make three projects--a FREE card, a FREE ornament, and an adorable gift pail for just $5. Plus, get inspired with lots of ideas for handmade cards, gifts, and so much more. It's our biggest weekend of the year and you just can't miss it!

See the website for all class information and store calendars.

Monsters vs. Aliens Movie at JB Booksellers

Join us for our free monthly family movie night on Friday, October 29 at 7:00PM as we snack on popcorn and watch Monsters vs. Aliens! In this animated movie a motley crew of reluctant mutant heroes is recruited to save the earth from the evil alien Gallaxhar. Rated PG. Movie is shown in the meeting room on the second floor.

Meet the Author of the Fancy Nancy Series and Enjoy Some FREE Activities at JB Booksellers

Bestselling Author Jane O'Connor will be discussing and signing her book, Fancy Nancy and the Fabulous Fashion Boutique, at Joseph-Beth Booksellers in Legacy Village on Monday, October 25 at 7:00PM. Join us early at 6:00pm for Fancy Nancy activities! Children should come in their fanciest attire! Ages 4-8. All are welcome to the activities and talk, but line tickets are required to enter the signing line and are given with a purchase of Fancy Nancy and The Fabulous Fashion Boutique at Joseph-Beth Booksellers. Click here for more details and to view other upcoming FREE events!

Kids Eat FREE Every Tuesday at Chick-fil-A

Come for Family Night at Chick-fil-A on Great Northern Blvd. in North Olmsted every Tuesday from 5:30-7:30 pm! Kids get a 4-count nugget meal for FREE with the purchase of an adult meal. Each week is filled with fun, a craft, and more! Upcoming Family Nights:

October 19:  Pumpkin Centerpiece
October 26:  Halloween Festival--Costume contest, Pumpkins, Crafts, Face Painting, and more!

See their website for more details and for a list of upcoming events!

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FREE Beauty Products at Sephora

Print out these coupons and cash in on some FREEbees from Sephora inside JCPenney! Use their store locator to find one near you. Enjoy!

Free Masque Product (Exp 10/16)
Free Buxom Mascara (Exp 10/22)
Free Viva La Juicy Perfume (Exp 11/15)
Free Lash Mascara (WSL)
Free Paco Robanne (Exp 11/15)

One FREE Game of Bowling for Trick-or-Treaters at Brunswick Bowling Center

The coupons are good for one free game of bowling from 10/31-11/23. Limit one coupon per household. Shoe rental not included. All you need to do is cut them out and give them to your Trick or Treaters! The Brunswick Bowling Center in northeast Ohio is located in North Ridgeville. Click here for more details!

FREE Kids Movie Night Every Week at Parmatown Mall

Movie Night at Kids Korner every Saturday - enjoy FREE POPCORN!! Every Saturday from 6-8 pm. Kids Korner is located across from Auntie Anne's. Children 12 and under please. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

FREE Songs for Your MP3 Player

Amazon.com features a FREE Song of the Day that will play on any MP3 Player. It also offers hundreds of free songs and albums in the Free Songs & Special Deals Section of its site.

Starbucks offers a FREE Pick of the Week each week at it's stores. Here's how to get it:
1.Come into one of our stores and log on our free Wi-Fi
2.Click into the Starbucks Digital Network
3.Find the Entertainment section
4.Locate iTunes Pick of the Week and Download it.

Chocolate Lovers: Get a FREE Piece of Godiva Chocolate Every Month!

Join their Rewards Club and enjoy FREE Chocolate! The perks include a free piece of chocolate every month, a free gift each month you spend $10 or more, free standard shipping for one online order, an exclusive online special offer every month, and more! Limit one free gift per month. Additional restrictions apply. Free piece of chocolate and free gift must be redeemed in a Godiva Boutique.

**HOT OFFER: Kids Eat FREE All Day, Every Day, at Quiznos!

Receive one FREE kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree for a limited time only! No coupon necessary. 12 & under only, and child must be present. Quiznos is now serving Silly Bandz with meals, too!

Join the Quizno's QClub and Get Up to $2 Off

Get $1 off a regular sub or $2 off a large sub when you sign up!

FREE Dora the Explorer Kit

It's everything you need to turn your child into an Explorer, just like Dora! Customize a t-shirt and print out badges and a journal when you sign up for Dora's World News newsletter at Nick, Jr.

Get a FREE $5 from Romano's Macaroni Grill

Sign up for their Email Club and receive $5 off your next visit. When you visit our restaurant, you could receive an invitation to participate in our Satisfaction Survey. As a sign of our appreciation for your honest feedback, you will receive an offer valid for $7 off the purchase of 2 entrées. Enjoy!

Get a FREE Appetizer from Outback Steakhouse

Join My Outback Rewards today to receive a Free Aussie-Tizer! Plus, as a member of My Outback Rewards you can earn points toward exciting rewards, experiences and great offers from Outback. Hurry in and earn double points on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays now through 10/31. Sign up now!

Search for FREE Kids Meal Deals in Your Area

Find kids meal deals in your area with the GREAT search engine at http://www.kidsmealdeals.com/! Search kids meal deals and kids eat free restaurants in your area using our dynamic search tool. Just enter your zip code or city and state to get started. Whether you're home or on vacation, this website is sure to come in handy! Enjoy!

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Get a Sample of Starbucks VIA Flavored Coffee for FREE

Sorry, the offer ended! But you can play the game for a $1 off coupon!

Starbucks is giving away 4-pack samples of their new Via Natural Infusions instant coffee. To get the sample, just go to the Starbucks website and play a quick memory game and then you can collect your FREE gift! Enjoy!

Calling All Dog Lovers: Catch the Spooky Pooch Parade in Lakewood

Spooky Pooch Parade is back again, and will be held Saturday October 16th, 2010 in Downtown Lakewood on Detroit Avenue. Dress up your pooch, grab your leash and attend the only event of this kind in our area. We’re not sure who has more fun, the dogs or the people watching! V107.3, Cleveland’s newest radio station is a proud sponsor of Spooky Pooch this year. Spooky Pooch Parade will step off at 2:00PM from the corner of Detroit and St. Charles Avenues in Downtown Lakewood. If you want to march in the parade with your pooch, you will have to pay a fee for your dog, but humans are FREE. :) See the website for more details, and enjoy!

Join BEmail and Receive a FREE Breakfast in Your Inbox

Join Bob Evans email list (BEmail) now and receive a coupon in your inbox for Free Breakfast (with purchase of a breakfast of equal or greater value) and you can look forward to exclusive monthly offers from Bob Evans as well as insider news about our restaurants, grocery food products, recipes, chefs and local community activities.

FREE Rental at Blockbuster Express, Good Today Only!

Here is the Free Movie Rental code from Blockbuster Express:

MBBX2

Valid 10/11/10 Only.

Trail Trackers: Halloween Animals on October 20th

Owls, bats, and spiders await as we take a close look at these “not-so-scary” Halloween creatures. Discover the important roles they play in the natural world. 10 - 11 a.m. or 1 - 2 p.m. North Chagrin Reservation at the Nature Education Building
Ages: 3 years - K with adult
Terrain: level, .25 mile
Register beginning October 1
440-473-3370

Friday Movie Night at the Metroparks on October 15th

Bring your family out for a FREE animated movie classic: The Secret of NIMH. Witness the bravery of Mrs. Brisby as she saves her family from extermination by the harvest plow and meet the extraordinary rats of “NIMH”. Popcorn will be served. Doors open at 7:15 p.m.
7:30 - 9 p.m. North Chagrin Nature Center

Kids Eat FREE at Claddagh on Halloween

Kids Eat Free at Claddagh on Halloween, Sunday, October 31 - All Day (11:00 AM - 11:30 PM). Check out Haunted Claddagh! Claddagh has transformed into a "haunted pub" for Halloween. Come on in for our Trick or Treat too! Coloring Contest for the kids. Live Irish band from 6-9pm. Claddagh Irish Pub is located in Legacy Village.

Get 5 Junior Frostys from Wendys for $1

Stop by participating Wendy's restaurants from September 18 to October 31 and get Trick or Treat books with Jr. Frosty coupons for only $1! Redemption dates: 11/2/10 - 2/1/11.

Teens Scrapbook for FREE at the Library

Snappy Scrapbooking
Branch: Parma-Snow - meeting room
Type of Event: Program
Date: Saturday, October 23, 2010 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
You bring the pictures (4 to 6) and we'll provide the paper, supplies, and tools to try your hand at fast and easy scrapbooking techniques. Gail Berzins will help each person create a beautiful page. Ages 11-19. Please click here to register.

FREE Build and Grow Clinics on Saturdays at Lowes

From project basics to giving your child the opportunity to say, "I built it!", our Build and Grow kid's clinics are a great way to help build confidence! Bring the kids into any Lowe's store and build a FREE wooden project. Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project. Click here to sign up! Clinics are on select Saturdays at 10 am. Upcoming FREE Clinics are as follows:

10/9  Funhouse Mirror
10/23  Flapping Bat

Picaboo Is Offering a FREE Photo Book to New Customers

Picaboo is running their FREE Photo Book Promotion again! Through the end of October, new customers can get a Free Classic Custom Photo Book ($40 value)! Just pay shipping ($8.99). This would make a great Christmas gift for family and friends! Use coupon code 1FBLGB-7W at checkout. Enjoy!

Coupon for One FREE Appetizer at TGIFridays

Get a FREE appetizer of your choice at TGIFridays with this coupon. Good through 11/30/10.

Popcorn & a Soft Drink for $2 at Regal Cinemas This Weekend

Use these coupons if you're headed to the movies this weekend! $1 Small Popcorn & $1 Small Drink. Coupons are good 10/8-10/10 only. If you "Like" The Official Page of Regal Entertainment Group on Facebook, you will receive coupons weekly! Click here to like and print your coupons!

FREE Halloween Portrait Collage at Sears

You can get a FREE Halloween Collage of your choice now at Sears through 10/31! No session fee and no purchase necessary. This is a $44.98 value! Go here to print your coupon!

Sign up for Papa John's Reward Points & Earn a FREE Large Pizza

Click here to create an online ordering account at papajohns.com. You will see a section on the restaurant's menu page dedicated to joining the Papa's Points Rewards Program. Simply click on ENROLL NOW, and you're on your way to earning your first FREE pizza! For every $5 you spend (including tax and delivery charges), you will automatically earn one Papa's Point. Once you've earned 25 points, you can redeem them the next business day for a large three-topping pizza! You can earn and redeem as many Papa's Points as you like – but hurry, you only have until June 30, 2011 to earn and redeem points!
And right now you can get FREE cheesesticks with any large specialty pizza purchase at regular menu price! Online only.

Get a FREE Can of Sierra Mist at Walmart, This Saturday Only

Pepsi is giving away at least 10 million free cans of Sierra Mist Natural on Saturday, October 9th at Wal-Mart stores to introduce its new version of the lemon-lime soda, which now includes sugar instead of high fructose corn syrup. Get one at a participating Walmart!

Your Guide to Fun & FREE Halloween Events in Cleveland

Northeast Ohio Halloween Trick-or-Treat Times
Click here to find out when trick-or-treating is scheduled near you!

Trick-or-Treating at Parmatown Mall
Friday, October 22, 5-7 pm
Trick-or-Treating comes early this year at Parmatown Mall! Dress your little monster up to trick-or-treat throughout Parmatown Mall on Friday, October 22 from 6-7 pm. Come early for a costume contest with prizes from 5-6 pm at the main stage. The Rockin Kids Club is unable to perform before mall trick or treating. For Children 10 and under please. Trick-or-Treating at Parmatown Mall is sponsored by Parma Community General Hospital.

Storytime: Halloween
Saturday, October 23 at 11:00am
Joseph-Beth Booksellers, Legacy Village
Trick or Treat?! Come in costume, if you’d like, for this spooky storytime! We’ll read some fun Halloween books, sing scary songs, and snack on candy corn! Children are welcome to stay for a special Halloween craft following storytime!

Old Brooklyn Community Fall-O-Ween Festival
Saturday, October 23, 2010, 12-4 pm
4229 Pearl Rd. on Devonshire
Trick-or-Treat bags and refreshments for the first 500 children that sign in! Loads of family fun, entertainment, 50/50 raffle, magician, zoo animal games, music, and best costume contest! All ages welcome.

Great Pumpkin Party
Saturday, October 23, 1-4 pm
South Chagrin Reservation, Look About Lodge
Come anytime between the hours below to Look About Lodge for a celebration of pumpkin proportions! Wear your costume, bring a pumpkin to decorate, and sample sweet and savory pumpkin platters. Be ready for the “Great Pumpkin Fling” of 2010. Great gourds! It’s fun for everyone!

Westfield Family Spooktacular
Join us for what is sure to be the most Spooktacular event of the Halloween season at Southpark Mall. WFamily members will enjoy this free event, featuring:

Saturday, October 23, 12pm–5pm
• Halloween Costume Parade*
• Arts & Crafts Activities
• "Boo Book" of Savings
• Enter to Win an Entertainment System
*RSVP by 10.21 to participate in the Halloween Costume Parade and receive a free Halloween gift.

Sunday, October 24, 11am–3pm
• Spooky Kooky Charity Carnival
• “Boo Book” of Savings
• Enter to Win an Entertainment System
• Trick-or-Treat Scavenger Hunt
(To participate, donate 1 can of food to the Cleveland Food Bank and help "Scare Away Hunger.")

Take a moment and join WFamily (it's FREE!). RSVP for this event at Westfield Concierge or by calling 440.238.9000.
*Spend $150 at Westfield retailers on 10.30 and 10.31 and receive a $15 gift card.

Family Night Halloween Festival at Chick-fil-A
Tuesday, October 26, 5:30-7:30 pm
Chick-fil-A in North Olmsted
Come for the free Halloween Festival featuring face painting with Tracey, crafts, games, "Sneakers the Clown," balloons & tattoo's, decorate your own treat bag and pumpkin, and make your own ice cream sundae! And as always, kids get a FREE 4-count Kid's Nugget Meal with the purchase of an adult meal.

Harvest Party & Bible Heroes Costume Party
Wednesday, October 27 2010, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Grace Church, in the Activity Center
Harvest Party is for children in grades 1-6. Children must be accopanied by an adult. Invite family, friends and neighbor's kids to this safe evening filled with games, giant slide, candy and lots of FUN! Cute and creative costumes are welcome.
Bible Heroes Costume Party is for children 4 years old, Pre-K and Kindergarten. Dress in your favorite Bible hero costume. Enjoy an evening with special surprises, candy, prizes, games and lot of fun.

Family Fun Day: Pumpkins & Scarecrows
Friday, October 29, 3-7 pm
Ages: kids at heart!
Come make a mess at the Garfield Park Nature Center! You can make a jack-o-lantern, painted pumpkin or scarecrow. We will have the leaves (for stuffing), the patterns, paints and safety knives. We will also have samples of pumpkin snacks. You just bring the pumpkin, old clothes and your imagination. Time slots are available every half hour. Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the memories! Registration recommended/walk-ins will be fit in as space allows: 216-341-3152.

How to Draw Something Spooky
Friday, October 29, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Brooklyn Branch of the CCPL
In the mood for drawing something creepy and spooky? Come to our class and draw something just in time for Halloween. Space is limited. For grades 5-8 only.

Family Friday Night: Pumpkin Carving
Friday, October 29, 6:30-8:30 pm
North Chagrin Nature Center
Ages: 5 years & older with adult, adults
Bring a pumpkin to carve and have fun as you make a mess being creative. We’ll supply the patterns and safe knives. Register beginning October 1: 440-473-3370.

Family Halloween Event at Michael's Craft Stores
Saturday, Oct. 30 from 10 AM to 2 PM
Includes Duck Tape Cuff Make-It Take-Its, Face Painting and Halloween Parade.

Parma Heights Baptist Church Fall Festival
Saturday, October 30 from 12:30-3pm
Come join families in our community for a FREE fall festival as an alternative to Trick-or-treating at Parma Heights Baptist Church. There will be tons of games, candy, movies and popcorn, doughnuts and cider, a craft, and so much more! Bring your children for this free event! Friendly costumes are encouraged.

Halloween Spooktacular
Saturday, October 30, 11am-12pm
Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM
Parma-Ridge Branch of the CCPL: storyroom
Halloween Party for Ages 3-8. Registration required.
Come for a spooky- but not too spooky party. Kids are encouraged to wear their costumes. Children must have a release form signed by a parent or legel guardian prior to the program to have the snack.

Halloween Magic and More
Saturday, October 30, 2010 10:00 AM
Registration Starts: Thursday, September 16, 2010 9:00 AM
Parma-Snow Branch of the CCPL
Enjoy a spectacular magic show with the fantastic Rick Smith, Jr., at 10:00 AM. Then trick-or-treat around the library for cool (although non-edible) treats and make some spooky walk-in crafts. Make sure to wear your costume--optional costume contest at 11:30 AM with fun prizes for various age groups.
All ages. Registration required.

Family Halloween Celebration
Saturday, October 30, 2010 11:30 AM
Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM
Solon Branch of the CCPL: Meeting Room
Families with children ages 3-6 may join us for some not so scary Halloween fun! Registration required. Click on program name for details.

Joseph-Beth Halloween Party!
Saturday, October 30 at 12:00-3:00PM
Join us for our annual Joseph-Beth Booksellers Halloween party! Throughout the event kids can trick-or-treat, get their face painted, make crafts, play games, win prizes and explore our spooky “Goosebumps” inspired haunted room. Show up in costume to receive a special discount coupon and Bronte Bistro specials. All ages welcome!

Halloween Hoopla
Saturday, October 30, 1-4 pm
Rocky River Nature Center
Ages: 12 years & under with adult
Get into your costumes early and come to Rocky River Nature Center for lots of fun activities to get you geared up for an evening of trick or treating in your neighborhood. Stories, live animals, crafts, and scavenger hunts are part of the celebration.

2nd Annual Crocker Park Pet Parade and Costume Contest
Sunday, October 31, 12-4pm
Featuring trick-or-treating, games and more, the afternoon event is fun for both kids and their four-legged friends at Crocker Park. The Pet Parade begins at 12:30 p.m., and winners are crowned at 1 p.m. Owners may register their costumed pets starting at noon. Registration is $5. All proceeds benefit the Cleveland Animal Protective League.
The schedule of events at the Crocker Park Pet Parade and Costume Contest is as follows:
12 p.m. Registration for participating costumed pets
12:30 p.m. Pet Costume Parade
1 p.m. Contest awards
2:00-4:00 p.m. Trick-or-Treating (at participating stores)
Brain Drain Prize Game (at Learning Express Toys)
4:15 p.m. Announcement of Coloring Contest Winner at Nicky Nicole (Contest begins a week prior at Nicky Nicole, call 440-835-1223 for details)
For more information about this event contact Guest Services at 440-871-6880.

If you know of any family-friendly events or activities that aren't mentioned, please post them on facebook so we can get a good list going! Thanks!

FREE Pizza at Villa Fresh on 10/12 Only!

In honor of National Pizza Month, Villa Fresh Italian Kitchen is offering a printable coupn for a FREE slice of cheese pizza. This coupon is good on 10/12/10 only. Click here to find a location near you.

FREE Waffle at Waffle House

Waffle House is offering a printable coupon for a FREE waffle. Offer is good at participating locations through 11/1/10.

FREE Halloween Activities at Michael's

Michaels stores are having many FREE Halloween events this month, including lots of Make & Takes! The free events are listed below but they are having others which have a fee. Visit http://www.michaels.com/Store-Events/store-events,default,pg.html for a list of all events.

Wilton Halloween Treats Demo
10/16 from 1 to 3 PM

Halloween Glow Explosion Make-It Take-Its
10/23 from 2 to 4 PM and 10/25 from 6 to 8 PM

Quick & easy Halloween Costume Make-It Take-Its
10/26 from 6 to 8 PM

Halloween Mask Make-It Take-Its
10/28 from 6 to 8 PM

Treat Bag Make-It Take-Its
10/29 from 6 to 8 PM

Family Halloween Event
10/30 from 10 AM to 2 PM
Includes Duck Tape Cuff Make-It Take-Its, Face Painting and Halloween Parade.

Two FREE Games of Bowling at AMF Lanes

Take a survey at http://resp.survey01.net/servlet/survey?surveyId=MjA4NjAS1 to print a coupon for 2 FREE games of bowling at AMF lanes. Shoe rental is not included. Offer is valid at participating locations only. Visit http://www.amf.com/corporate/Reservations/center_search_results.amfx to find a location near you.

Your Guide to Kids Eat FREE (or Cheap) in Cleveland

Numerous Cleveland restaurants offer kids eat FREE meal deals. A host of cuisine styles can be enjoyed any day of the week, without breaking the family budget. Cleveland kids eat free meal deals all require the purchase of a regularly priced adult meal. In some instances, up to three free or discounted children's meal can be ordered with only one adult meal purchase. Some of the more well-known restaurants are as follows:

Everyday:
CiCi's Pizza offers free buffet meals for children age 3 and younger everyday. The buffet is discounted to a rate of $4.49 for children age 10 and younger.
bd’s Mongolian Barbeque allows kids to eat cheap daily.
Cheryl & Co. (Beachwood) allows kids to bring in their report card & receive one FREE cookie for every A grade! Maximum 6 cookies per report card.
Eat’n’Park allows kids 10 and under eat from the soup & salad bar and breakfast & fruit buffet for half-price. Kids 5 and under eat for "free" from the soup & salad bar and breakfast & fruit buffet when they're with an adult who has purchased the soup & salad bar or breakfast & fruit buffet. One free kids' soup & salad bar or breakfast & fruit buffet per adult. Kids 10 and under also get a free Smiley sugar cookie to end their meal!
Hoggy's allows kids to eat free everyday from 5-9 pm with the purchase of an adult meal.
The International House of Pancakes offers kids eat free deals each evening after 4 p.m. An adult meal purchase is required. Children must choose items from the special kid's IHOP menu.
Junior's Deli allows children age 12 and under to eat free on weekdays from 4-7p.m.
Golden Corral allows children 3 and under eat free from the buffet with the purchase of an adult meal all day, every day.
McDonald's offers free Kiddie Cones every day! Now the cone is only about as big as your thumb, but when you're little, that's big enough to be cool!

Monday:
Applebee's allows one child age 12 and younger to eat free on Mondays with the purchase of an adult meal. Additional children can dine at a discounted rate of $1 from the kid's menu.
Buffalo Wild Wings allows children age 12 and younger to select items from the kid's menu for $.99 between the hours of 5-9 p.m. on Mondays.
El Rodeo allows one child age 12 and younger to dine free per adult entree purchase on Sundays & Mondays.
Harry's Steakhouse Monday & Tuesday: one FREE kid's meal per adult entree purchase.
Quaker Steak and Lube offers kids eat free meals on Mondays from 5-9 p.m.
Red Robin offers kids eat free deal to those ages 10 and younger on Mondays.
TGI Friday's allows children age three and younger to eat free with a paid adult on Mondays.
Smokey Bones allows kids to eat free on Mondays from 5-7pm along with the purchase of an adult meal. Receive 15% off your meal when you present a same-day reciept from the mall. That offer is available any day of the week!

Tuesday:
Bennigan's allows kids eat free meals after 4 p.m. for children age 12 and younger. Discount on Tuesday only.
The Boneyard allows kids eat free with adult meal purchase on Tuesdays.
Champp's offers kids eat free meal deal each Tuesday after 4 p.m. One regularly priced adult meal (not including sandwiches) is required to receive all the kid's meals free!
Chick-fil-A in North Olmsted has Family Night every Tuesday from 5:30-7:30 pm featuring fun, a craft, and more! Kids get a free 4-count Kid's Nugget Meal with the purchase of an adult meal.
Chuck E. Cheese offers kids eat free meals on Tuesdays for children age 2 and younger.
Denny's allows kids eat free meal deals every Tuesday and Saturday from 4-10 p.m.
Fazoli's offers a kids eat free meal option from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesdays.
Harry's Steakhouse Monday & Tuesday: one free kid's meal per adult entree purchase.
Max & Erma's allows kids 12 & under to eat free with purchase of an adult entree. One kids meal per adult entree. No other discounts may be applied. For a limited time only.
Moe's Southwest Grill offers kids eat free meals on Tuesdays with an adult meal purchase of at least $5.
Perkins offers kids eat free meal deals each Tuesday from 4-10p.m.
Stir Crazy offers kids eat free on Tuesdays and Thursdays after 4 pm.
The Texas Roadhouse offers kids eat free meal deals, with the purchase of an adult meal all day on Tuesdays. This deal applies to all children age 12 and younger.
Tony Roma's offers kids eat free meals all day on Tuesdays.

Wednesday:
Ponderosa offers kids eat free meals on Wednesday after 4 p.m.
Skyline Chili allows one free kids meal for every adult meal purchased on Wednesdays from 5-9 p.m.

Thursday:
The Roadhouse Grill allows two children age 12 and younger to eat free each Thursday.
Stir Crazy offers kids eat free on Tuesdays and Thursdays after 4 pm.

Saturday:
Denny's allows kids eat free meal deals every Tuesday and Saturday from 4-10 p.m.
The Lonestar Steakhouse allows two children to eat free with each adult meal purchased on Saturdays. This kids eat free meal discount is honored between the hours of 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
O'Charley's allows children age 10 and younger to eat free from the select children's menu all day on Saturdays. Two children can eat free with the purchase of an adult meal.
Steak 'N' Shake offers kids eat free deals on weekends. An adult purchase of $9 total is required. Drinks are not included in the free kid's meals.

Sunday:
Checkers offers $.69 cheeseburgers, shakes, and hotdogs all day on Sunday for children age 12 and younger.
El Rodeo allows one child age 12 and younger to dine free per adult entree purchase on Sundays & Mondays.
Steak 'N' Shake offers kids eat free deals on weekends. An adult purchase of $9 total is required. Drinks are not included in the free kid's meals.
Tumbleweed Southwest Grill allows kids 12 and under to get one FREE kid's meal (regular price $3.99) for every adult entree purchased on Sundays.

Annual Promotions:
Bob Evans offers kids a free meal when the sign up for their Birthday Club.
Chick-fil-a offers a one free breakfast item per day during Customer Appreciation Week in August. They also have Cow Appreciation Day in July, where you get a free meal if you come dressed as a cow from head to toe!
California Pizza Kitchen offers each child a coupon for a free kids meal, good during the month of their birthday when you sign them up (ages 10 and under) for the California Pizza Kitchen Kids Club.
Wendy's offers a Trick-or-Treat Coupon Book from mid-September until the end of October that allows you to get 5 Junior Frostys for $1. The Wendy's in Parma by Parmatown Mall will honor these all year round, so stock up on the coupons if you live in the area!! Let us know if you find other Wendy's restaurants that do the same.

Please call the restaurant in advance to verify this information is still current. If you find any of the information to be out of date, please comment and let us know!

Use the GREAT search engine at www.kidsmealdeals.com to find more restaurants near you!

Enjoy!

"FREE Freaky Friday" at Hallmark Gold Crown Stores

Go to a Hallmark Gold Corwn store today and tell a clerk "Free Freaky Friday" and you get a free Freaky Pet (a $14.95 value) just pay tax. Freaky Pets are transformable plush creatures that are cute one second, then cranky the next, are new and exclusively sold in Hallmark Gold Crown stores. It is only to go to the first 5 customers in each store, so act quickly! Free Freaky Fridays will also be held the first Friday of November (Nov 5) and first Friday of December (Dec 3). There will be NEW magic words for those events so come back here to find out what they are 1 week prior to the events! Visit http://go.mappoint.net/Hallmark/PrxInput.aspx to find a Hallmark store near you!

FREE Admission to Great Lakes Science Center/NASA Glenn for Youth on Tuesdays

The NASA Glenn Visitor Center has relocated to the Great Lakes Science Center. They are offering FREE general admission to NASA and the Science Center on Tuesdays to youth age 18 and under or any student up to the 12th grade accompanied by an adult. Regular admission ranges from $7.95-$9.95 a person. Visit their website for hours and other information. Enjoy!

http://www.glsc.org/visit/hours.php#free_tuesdays

Play Games for FREE at the Cleveland Public Library

Need something to do on the weekends, especially when the weather is rainy and cold? Check out "Gaming at the Library" every Saturday at 12pm at the Rice Branch of the Cleveland Public Library. Children, teens, and families are welcome, and it's all FREE! They have Video Games, Board Games and more... Enjoy games on Gamecube, Playstation 2, and XBOX 360; also enjoy Monopoly, Chess, and Checkers. Great competition and lots of fun! See the link for location, hours, and other upcoming events http://www.cpl.org/BranchLocations/Branches/Rice.aspx.

Learn with Jo-Ann at Their FREE Demos in October

Jo-Ann Fabrics stores are hosting FREE demos on select Saturdays in October, where you can learn about the lastest products in the crafting world and sometimes make a craft to take home! The schedule is as follows:

October 9th
11am-1pm  Elmer's Paint Markers Haunted House
1-3pm  Wilton Halloween Foodcrafting
3-5pm  Clover Loom Hair Accessories

October 16th
11am-1pm  Aleene's Fabric Fusion
1-3pm  Kids' Halloween Make It-Take It
3-5pm  Dritz No-Sew Project

To find a store near you, visit www.Joann.com/stores. And in case a coupon would come in handy, you can print one here http://printable-coupons.blogspot.com/2005/12/jo-ann-coupons.html.

FREE Monthly All Ages Open Studio at the Art House in Cleveland

Open Studios are held on the third Saturday of every month from  1-3 pm. Enjoy spending time with your family as you make individual pieces or family art works. Each month has a theme and Art House provides the materials. Make an adventure of it by exploring your imagination and using those creative images to form your art work. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The upcoming schedule is as follows:

October 16 - Maskmaking
December 18 - Holiday projects

The Art House is located at 3119 Denison Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44109. Visit their website for more information! http://www.arthouseinc.org/index.shtml

Buy one Entree and Get one FREE! at Bronte Bistro in Legacy Village

Use the attached coupon to purchase one entree (breakfast, lunch, or dinner) and get the second FREE! Coupon is good through 10/15. Bronte Bistro is located in Joseph Beth Booksellers at Legacy Village. Check out their upcoming FREE events to see what's going on and make a day of it! Enjoy! http://www.josephbeth.com/AdultEvents.aspx

Print out the coupon here: http://www.josephbeth.com/Bronte/cleveland-special.html

Fall Foilage Fest at Mapleside Farms

Come out and enjoy our magnificent view of the colorful countryside on October 9 & 10 from 10 am-6 pm. Admission is FREE, but most of the activities carry a small fee. Enjoy wagon rides, a corn maze, and lots of yummy food! View the flyer here http://www.mapleside.com/fallfoliagefest10.pdf.

Meet an Animal at the Lake Erie Nature & Science Center

Every month at the LERSC in Bay Village, you can have a close encounter with a wild animal for FREE! This program takes place on select Saturdays at 3 pm and is open to all ages. The remaining schedule for this fall is as follows:

Venomous Snakes
October 16
Come and be introduced to the world of venomous snakes. See live examples of Ohio’s 3 venomous snakes (Yes! Ohio has venomous snakes!) and learn the facts and fallacies surrounding them.

Tarantula!
October 30
Big, Creepy, and Hairy! Sounds like the makings of a monster movie. This program will focus on the often-misunderstood Tarantula and conclude with an opportunity to have it crawl across your hands and to look into its eyes…all eight of them!

Visit http://www.lensc.org/education/child-family/FamilyPrograms-Education.aspx for other family friendly programs and events!

Target First FREE Thursdays at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History

Through Thursday, March 3, 2011, visitors to The Cleveland Museum of Natural History will enjoy FREE admission on the first Thursday of each month. Free admission does not apply to school or other groups. Bring the family for a fun-filled day exploring our permanent exhibits and watching the action in our outdoor galleries, where owls, bobcats, otters and more are busy all year long! 2010 Target Free First Thursdays:

October 7, 2010
November 4, 2010
December 2, 2010
January 6, 2011
February 3, 2011
March 3, 2011

http://www.cmnh.org/site/ClassesandPrograms/SpecialEvents/TargetFreeFirstThursdays.aspx

Columbus Day Parade in Little Italy

The Annual Columbus Day Parade in Little Italy (on Columbus Day, October 11) is a true celebration of Italian American heritage. The parade is hosted by The Order of Italian Sons and Daughters of America and held in the Little Italy. Restaurants and shops are open during the event for extended fun. The parade kicks off at noon at the intersection of Murray Hill Road and Cornell Road and winds its way along Mayfield Road. Little Italy has a website that highlights all the upcoming events including the parade and art walks.
http://clevelandlittleitaly.com/events/

Bay Village Bicentennial on 10/10/10

A full weekend of FREE activities has been planned to celebrate Bay Village's 200th anniversary, the weekend of October 10, or "10.10.10." Mark your calendar for the "Family Fun Day" in Cahoon Memorial Park on Saturday, October 9, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (food, games, demonstrations and children's activities in Cahoon Memorial Park all day, plus encampment groups with demonstrations and re-enactments in the Cahoon Creek valley), and Sunday, October 10, for the grand parade and official "Lighting of Bay" ceremonies from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be continuous FREE trolley shuttle service from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Cahoon Memorial Park to activities at the library, BAYarts, Lake Erie Nature & Science enter and Lakeside Cemetery. View the LENSC Itinerary here for other fun FREE-bees http://www.lensc.org/documents/BayBicentennial.pdf. Visit http://baybicentennial.com/?page=itinerary to view the complete weekend itinerary and for other details. Enjoy!

Your Guide Nature Centers in the Cleveland Area

There are several Nature Centers in the Cleveland area, many of which are located in the Cleveland Metroparks. Nature and Visitor Centers are Cleveland Metroparks gateways to outdoor discovery. Come and ask questions, experience "touch and feel" exhibits, and go outside to see the plants and animals that make up Cleveland Metroparks. Naturalists are available to provide information and guide visitors to nearby trails. Nature centers are open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Except Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day). All of Cleveland Metroparks nature and visitor centers offer a diverse array of outdoor education programs for all ages. Located in Brecksville, Cuyahoga Heights, Garfield Heights, Mayfield Village, and North Olmsted, the centers are FREE and open to the public. All programs are also provided FREE of charge. Visit here for center descriptions and programming.

The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes is located at 2600 South Park Boulevard, Cleveland, 44120.  The center is located within a section of the Shaker Parklands that includes six natural habitats -- lake, stream, marsh, field, ravine and forest. To experience these fascinating habitats, take a walk along one of two beautiful trails. The center also has many exhibits, occasional art shows, and activity tables for children and adults. Hours of operation are Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. & Sunday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Trails are open from dawn till dusk. The center is FREE and open to the public. Visit here for more details and upcoming events.

The Lake Erie Nature & Science Center is located in Bay Village. The center teaches the wonders of wildlife through our live animal exhibits, our wildlife education programs and our rehabilitation services. They have outdoor and indoor display areas for our public visitors to view both local wildlife and exotic/domestic animals. You can visit the beautiful red fox, magnificent bald eagle, 9-foot boa constrictor and many other creatures during Center hours: Monday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The center has a wide variety of educational programs available for all ages as well as a planetarium that also has programs for children and families alike. The center is FREE and open to the public. Visit here for more details.

Mums, Music, and More at the Annual Barberton Mum Fest This Weekend

The 20th Annual Barberton Mum Fest featuring MUMS, MUSIC and MORE! 20,000 mums in full bloom - more than one million blooms, plus FREE ADMISSION, Fabulous Food, FREE Musical Entertainment, Historical Displays, Kid's Place, Water Ski Shows, Canoe Races, Arts and Crafts, and Sand Sculpting.
It all takes place this weekend, September 25 & 26, from 10am-6pm at Lake Anna Park. See the link below for directions and the schedule of events, and enjoy!

http://www.cityofbarberton.com/govt/MumFest/

Murray Hill Art Walk, October 1-3

It’s that time for the year’s second Art Walk in Little Italy! Wine, Dine and Shop your way through the famous galleries in Little Italy for three full days! Meet visiting artists from around the world and local artists. Receptions, entertainment and beautiful art all weekend starting Friday, October first. Valet parking starts Friday night on Mayfield Rd. for visitor’s convenience. This event is FREE, and the Art Walk hours are as follows:

Friday, October 1: Noon to 9PM
Saturday, October 2: Noon to 9PM
Sunday, October 3: Noon to 6PM

Visit the webiste for more details, and enjoy! http://clevelandlittleitaly.com/art-walk/

Get a Passport & Travel the Outdoors at the Cleveland Metroparks "Outdoor Odyssey"

Kids can pick up a “passport” and travel recreation discoveries at the FREE, annual Cleveland Metroparks “Outdoor Odyssey” event along the Ohio & Erie Canal in Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation in Cuyahoga Heights on Saturday, October 9th, from 12-4pm. Young visitors can experience the great outdoors with a variety of fun activities, including fishing, golf putting and chipping, outdoor skills and demonstrations, nature crafts, and more! Basic fishing skills and techniques will be taught along the canal. Children can learn what types of bait the fish enjoy and how to bait their hook properly. A variety of nature and environmental organizations will be on hand with activities and displays to enjoy, too. And, live animal presentations by Lake Erie Nature & Science Center.

Calling All Kids 12 and Under! Print out and color in the Outdoor Odyssey logo and redeem the finished coloring page at The Big Show Catering concession stand at Bug City for a FREE treat! And, redeem the attached coupon to The Big Show catering concession stand for $1 Hot Dogs at Outdoor Odyssey! Visit
http://www.clemetparks.com/events/outdoor%20odyssey.asp for more information & to print the coloring page. Enjoy!

Archiver's Is Now Offering FREE Friday and Saturday Crops

It’s the best place to work on your projects—and it's FREE! Come to Archiver’s Fridays or Saturdays from 5-11pm for six uninterrupted hours of scrapbooking and socializing. Pay a $5 reservation fee to save your spot (seats will fill up fast!) and when you arrive, you’ll receive a $5 merchandise voucher to use that night. Grab your friends, or come alone and meet new friends. Reserve your spot today! Visit http://www.archiversonline.com/stores/calendars to check out your local store's calendar and see what other fun and FREE classes they have available! Ohio locations include Akron, Mason, Columbus, and North Olmsted.

FallFest: A FREE 18th Century Festival in the Cleveland Metroparks

No radio, cell phones, TV, Playstation, not even telephones – how did colonial people get by? Experience a day-in-the-life of an 18th century colony at the free “FallFest: 18th Century Festival”. Enjoy a variety of hands-on early settlers arts and crafts, including: candle dipping, quilting, stenciling, quill pen writing, reed ornaments, carding wool, dying wool with natural dyes, and more. Event-goers can also sample a variety of 18th century traditional foods, such as fresh-pressed apple cider, butter, cornbread, honey, and more.

Sunday, September 26
11 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Meadows Picnic Area
Brecksville Reservation • Brecksville

Calling All Kids 12 and Under! Print out and color in the FallFest logo coloring page and redeem the finished coloring page at The Big Show Catering concession stand at FallFest for a FREE treat! And, redeem the attached coupon to The Big Show catering concession stand for a Buy One Hot Dog, and Get One FREE at FallFest! Visit http://www.clemetparks.com/events/fall_fest2.asp for the coloring page and other details.

Enjoy a FREE Nature Walk with Your Toddler in the Metroparks

Stroller Science: All things yellow will be what we are looking for today. Bring your precious little one out to discover and explore the wonderful world of bees, flowers, leaves and bugs.

September 28
10:15 - 11:15 a.m. North Chagrin Nature Center
Ages: 2 years & under with adult
Register beginning September 1
440-473-3370
http://www.clemetparks.com/events/programs/months_progs.asp#25

Music at Main: A Monthly Live and FREE Concert Series at the Public Library

Live and FREE: These are the hallmarks of the Music at Main concert series, a presentation of the Cleveland Public Library Fine Arts Department. Music at Main leverages the beauty of our library’s public performance spaces and the talent of musicians from every point on the musical spectrum. Performance venues include the Louis Stokes Wing auditorium and the Eastman Reading Garden. Stop by to absorb the sounds of ensembles, pianists, cellists, quartets and trios, marimba, concert bands, vocalists, and guitarists.

For the next event, The Fine Arts Department is pleased to present:

Joshua Rzepka, trumpet
David Thomas, piano
Saturday, October 2, 2 p.m.
3rd floor lobby Main Library

Performing original compositions as well as jazz standards from Miles Davis, Duke Ellington, Antonio Carlos Jobim and more. This program is FREE and open to all ages. Children are welcome and encouraged to attend! For more information call 216-623-2848 or visit http://www.cpl.org/EventsClasses/MusicatMain.aspx.

Children get FREE Admission to the Zoo with a Teddy Bear

Teddy bear need a check-up? Then bring your fluffy friend to Cleveland Metroparks Zoo to receive the latest in teddy bear care. The Zoo's third annual Teddy Bear Day celebrates the best bear care (for personal teddy bears and the Zoo's real bears). Kids with a teddy bear (or plush animal of any species) receive FREE Zoo admission with a paid adult. This Saturday, September 25, from 10am-5pm only. Special activities take place from 10am-2pm at the Steffee Center for Zoological Medicine (unless otherwise noted). See the link for the Activity Schedule! Enjoy!

http://www.clemetzoo.com/events/event.asp?event_id=51

FREE Monthly Art Activity at the Beck Center

Bring your children for Super Saturdays from 9-11:30 a.m. at the Beck Center. In partnership with several community organizations, the Beck Center offers a FREE, hands-on arts experience for ages 10 and under. The upcoming schedule is as follows:

October 16 with Beck Center Visual Arts
November 6 with Cleveland Botanical Garden
December 11 with Usbourne Books
January 22 with Cleveland Artists Foundation.

Thank you Missy at the Beck Center for your comment! Visit their site for details about other outstanding classes and programs! http://beckcenter.org/

Fall Fashion & FREE Flick at Southpark Mall

When you spend $200 or more on Fall Fashion starting Thursday, September 9th, you will receive 2 free Cinemark Movie Tickets. Present your same-day receipts and a valid e-mail address to the Shopping Concierge on the Lower Level near JCPenney to receive your free movie tickets. Offer is valid for a limited time. One pair of tickets per customer for total receipts presented. Must be at least 19 years old to participate. Now granted, you have to spend $200 to get the tickets, so this is really only "free" for the people who were going to do that anyways! Enjoy!

Join the New Balance 'inMOTION' Walking Program and Get a Discount on Shoes

Schedule an hour a week to walk with friends for FREE every Tuesday night at 6 pm at the New Balance Store in Great Northern mall. The commitment is a 2 mile walk, which will be around the mall in nice weather and inside when it's rainy or cold. Over time, New Balance fitness staff will record your weight. At the end of the promotion in December, you will receive a discount of $1 per pound lost. So, if you lose 25lbs total, you'll receive a $25 discount on your New Balance purchase. New walkers are joining every week, so try it out this Tuesday because it really is never too late to start with this program. Indulge your wellness today. Call 440-734-7391 for details. Or visit New Balance, located in the Dillard's wing near Starbucks.

7th Annual Fall Festival in Old Brooklyn on September 25th

Come join hundreds of other Clevelanders for a completely FREE Fall Festival at Grace Church in Old Brooklyn on Saturday, September 25 from 12-4 pm. Lunch, games, and music are all FREE for kids and adults alike, so bring your friends and family for some fun! This year's event features bouncy houses, arts and crafts, basketball, balloon animals, haircuts, massages, and more! Grace church is located at 2503 Broadview Rd, Cleveland OH 44109. Enjoy!

Chalk Festival at the Cleveland Museum of Art, Septemeber 18 & 19

"Children and adults enjoy this annual event where community members join professional artists in using the walkways around the Fine Arts Garden as a colorful canvas. Begun in 1990, our festival is a modern expression of a Renaissance tradition from 16th-century Italy, in which beggars copied paintings of the Madonna by Raphael and his contemporaries, using chalk on the plazas outside cathedrals. Watching the chalk artists and enjoying the entertainment is FREE." See the link for more details, and enjoy!
http://www.clevelandart.org/

FREE Admission to Cleveland's Ingenuity Fest

September 24-26 at the Detroit Superior Bridge. "The Ingenuity Festival is Cleveland’s annual weekend-long celebration of art and technology, designed for audiences of any age and experience, staged in Downtown Cleveland. Prominent international masters present original works alongside the finest of Northeast Ohio’s performing and visual artists. High technology firms and major colleges and universities are presented alongside acclaimed artists to create a dazzling display of exciting and immersive new work. Ingenuity pushes boundaries, creating a unique festival experience that draws and celebrates diversity, and involves the audience as both spectator and participant." See the link for the schedule and more details.
http://ingenuitycleveland.com/

FREE Halloween Bands for Westfield Family Members at Southpark Mall

"Starting Saturday, September 25 - October 30, present your WFamily Card at Shopping Concierge and receive a Halloween Shaped Band. One shape per week, one band per child. Child must be present. While supplies last."

September 25 – Cat
October 2 – Witch Hat
October 10 – Pumpkin
October 17 – Bat
October 24 – Ghost
October 30 – Candy Corn

"Westfield's WFamily program makes shopping EASY for parents, and FUN for the kids. Enjoy the great retail offers, special family events and activities, terrific amenities, and helpful shopping guides that make Westfield SouthPark a wonderful destination for the whole family." Don't have a WFamily Card? Sign up FREE online today at http://westfield.com/southpark/wfamily/JoinToday.html!

FREE Monthly Sing Along and Craft Time Fun at Great Northern Mall

"Make plans to visit Playtown at Westfield Great Northern on the first Thursday of every month at 10am for this special family event. Miss Tara from The Beck Center for the Arts will conduct a 20-minute singalong followed by a Westfield craft activity. Most activities are geared toward the 5 & under crowd and all are FREE of charge with no reservation necessary. Songs & crafts are typically chosen to match holiday or seasonal themes. Activities wrap up by 11am. This monthly event presents a wonderful opportunity to expose your child to the arts & music, as Miss Tara leads the children through songs using guitar, voice, sign language & body movement. Tara Griest is the Associate Director of Creative Arts Therapies at The Beck Center and has led the program since its inception in 2005."

Enjoy the View at FREE Local Art Festivals This Fall

Fall Art Festival at Crocker Park, September 18 & 19
"Grab your favorite sweater and your favorite pal and celebrate the change of season with Crocker Park as it introduces the Crocker Park Fall Fest & Fine Art Fair, Saturday, September 18, 10am-7pm & Sunday, September 19, 11am-5pm. The unique and charming Crocker Park is at the intersection of Crocker and Detroit Roads in Westlake. The Fall Fest will feature a wine tasting, fresh apple cider, a fun clam bake, a special fall farmers market, children’s activities and a fine art fair with artist demonstrations all in the unique setting of the elegant Crocker Park. It’s a weekend of fun, food, wine, art, fashion, music and more!" Admission and parking are FREE.

2010 Tremont Arts and Cultural Festival, September 18 & 19
"The Twelfth Annual Tremont Arts and Cultural Festival returns to Lincoln Park. The weekend Festival is comprised of four categories or program areas which include: Children's-hands-on arts, historical, and educational projects; Community-area non-profit organizations presenting material about their mission and services; Cultural-food sales by Tremont churches, other non-profit organizations, and Tremont restaurants reflecting the ethnic diversity of the neighborhood; and sales of paintings, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, and photographs created by Tremont and Northeast Ohio artists. The Festival will also have music and dance performances both Saturday and Sunday on one main stage located near Kenilworth Avenue between West 14th Street and West 11th Street. Admission to the festival is FREE." See the link for a schedule of events.
http://www.merrickhouse.org/tacf

Art in the Village II at Legacy Village, September 25 & 26
Saturday, September 25 – 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday, September 26 – 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
"Art in the Village is back for a fall appearance! Don’t miss an eclectic mix of the nation’s most talented artist, who will collectively display millions of dollars in artwork. The artists, juried by an independent panel of expert judges, are hand-selected from hundreds of applicants based on quality and diversity. Admission and parking are FREE."

2010 Tremont ArtWalk
This event has taken place all year on the second friday of each month from 6-10 pm, and the remaining dates for this year are October 8, November 12, and December 10. Many galleries and studios that normally keep restricted hours are open for ArtWalk. There is usually music or other performance art. Tremont is rich in fine dining and pub life. For those who prefer a quieter experience, many galleries are open the following day (Saturday).

See the Tall Ships Sail into the Cleveland Harbor for FREE

The Tall Ships are once again sailing into Cleveland! They will be in Cleveland's harbor for a 4-day, fun-filled festival. Enjoy exhibits and entertainment, board the vessels, meet the crews, and more! Be there on Wednesday, July 7th at 4:00 pm when the majestic ships enter the harbor under full sail and watch them dock for FREE! The ships and festival are not open to the public until July 8th. Visit http://www.clevelandtallships.com/ for tickets and other information. Enjoy!

Celebrate the Slurpee's 44th Birthday with a FREE Slurpee at Participating 7-Eleven Stores

The beloved Slurpee turns 44 this month, and participating 7-Eleven stores are giving away a FREE 7.11 oz Slurpee per person on July 11th (7/11, of course!). Find the store nearest you at http://www.7-eleven.com/.

Celebrate Cow Appreciation Day on July 9th at Chick-fil-a and Get a FREE Meal

Come to any of the 1,200+ Chick-fil-a restaurants on July 9th fully dressed as a cow and they'll give you a Chick-fil-a meal for FREE! Now you have to be FULLY dressed like a cow to get the whole meal--coming with just a hat, shirt, mask, etc. only qualifies you for a free sandwich. Get creative, bring your kids, and check out the website http://www.cowappreciationday.com/ for more details and fun stuff!! Enjoy!

Watch the Cleveland Orchestra Perform a FREE Concert Celebrating the 4th of July

The 4th of July is almost here! Join thousands of your neighbors, family, and friends in downtown Cleveland for a special evening celebrating Independence Day, brought to you FREE by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. The fun begins at 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 1, with a Pre-Concert Festival of performances by exciting local youth ensembles. The festivities continue with The Cleveland Orchestra Concert at 9 p.m. The evening comes to a rocketing end with Tchaikovsky's “1812” Overture and a spectacular fireworks display cascading over the skyscrapers of downtown Cleveland — and it's all FREE! Visit http://www.clevelandorchestra.com/event-detail/2010-July-01.aspx?pid=8131 for more details.

Fireworks will be displayed around the Cleveland area from June 28-July 5. Make some memories and get out to at least one of the many fireworks displays! Visit http://cleveland.about.com/od/events/a/july4th.htm for a list of events and locations.

Watch a FREE Movie by Moonlight at Legacy Village

Enjoy a movie under the stars on Wednesday, June 23rd from 7-10 pm! Join us on The Lawn at dusk on select Wednesdays in June, July & August for cinema by moonlight. June's feature film is Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs (PG) and will begin at dusk. There will also be fun pre-movie activities at The Lawn starting at 7 p.m. in partnership with Joseph-Beth Booksellers! Activities will include a special movie themed craft, Cloudy with A Chance of Meatballs Corn Hole, coloring sheets, trivia, raffle, face painting and more! In the event of rain, the movie will be shown on June 30th. See the link for more details! Enjoy!

http://www.legacy-village.com/events/2010/6/MoonlightMovies.html

Wear Flip Flops for a FREE Smoothie at Tropical Smoothie!

Free your feet on Friday, June 18th, from 10am-8pm at Legacy Village in Lyndhurst. Be one of the first 500 customers wearing flip flops on National Flip Flop Day at Tropical Smoothie for a free jetty punch smoothie!

2nd Annual Larchmere Porch Fest on June 19th

This is a FREE, one-day, musical event on Saturday June 19th. Twenty Larchmere neighborhood porches will transform into stages for twenty musical performances. This unique and creative event will end with a finale concert in Shaker Square. The fest highlights local talent and creates a fun atmosphere for socializing. It's a perfect event to pack a cooler and bring kids. Porch performances start at 2 pm, with the finale concert 6-9 pm. See LarchmerePorchFest.org for more details! Enjoy!

Enter to Win FREE Stuff at Cleveland.com

Someone has to win, right? Visit http://www.cleveland.com/contests/ to enter contests to win free stuff! Contests are specific to the Cleveland area, such as a Behind the Scenes Preview of the Cleveland Museum of Arts' New Galleries, 2 Tickets to Twilight at the Zoo, a Cain Park Arts Festival Prize Pack, and more! Check it out!

Learn How to Throw a Boomerang for FREE

Come learn about boomerangs and how to throw them at Howe Meadow in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, located at 4040 Riverview Rd in Peninsula. Class dates are June 30th, 6-8pm; July 18th, 2-4pm; Aug 21st, 2-4pm; and Aug 22nd, 11am-4pm. Bring your own boomerang or use the ones provided.

Check out http://www.nps.gov/cuva/index.htm for other things to do and enjoy while spending time in the CVNP.

Search for FREE Art & Culture Events at ArtsinOhio.com

Visit http://www.artsinohio.com/ to search for any kind of event on any date throughout the year in Cleveland, Columbus, and Cincinnati. Events include community arts, child-friendly, dance, festivals, dining, holiday, films, parks, parades, music, sports, theatre, and many more! Check the "Show FREE events only" box and search away! Enjoy!

FREE Fun 4 Everyone at Lake Metroparks

See the link below for a large list of FREE nature-oriented programs available at Lake Metroparks in Kirtland during the months of June and July (August schedule to come). Lake County residents are allowed FREE admittance to the Farmpark on select days during the summer, too. Active military personnel and their families as well as children under 2 are always free at the Farmpark. For this and other information, see visit the website below! Enjoy!

http://www.lakemetroparks.com/programs/freefun4everyone.shtml#Home

$2 Tanks This Saturday at Old Navy

"It’s a hot One Day Wonder with a sizzling summer steal this Saturday (6/12) only at Old Navy stores: Tanks for $2! They’re a summer essential that fuels any fashion for women and girls! Come in and fill up on a supply of colors and styles! Don’t miss out! Most stores open early just for this super occasion but check local listings for hours! See you Saturday! Select styles only; excludes embellished styles. Limit 5 per customer." Most stores open at 7 am, and get there early because they go very quick! Enjoy! http://www.oldnavy.com/

FREE Classes at Archiver's, The Photo Memory Store

"Archiver’s classes are designed to help you organize, preserve and display your photographs through creative ideas and techniques. After deciding which class best suits your needs, simply call one of our stores to sign up." Current free classes include Albums Made Simple, Tool Time Workshop, Scrapbooking Basics, Stamping Basics, and Bridal Showcase. Archiver's permits the use of their scrapbooking tables and tools (including a large selection of dye cuts, scissors, and more) during business hours Sunday through Thursday when there's not a speical class or event in session. Also, sign up for their mailing list to receive coupons, including frequent coupons for five FREE sheets of cardstock, and to find out about FREE craft projects and demos. The closest stores are located in Fairlawn and North Olmsted. See the link for more details!

http://www.archiversonline.com/classes

The FREE Summer in the City Festival in Middleburg Heights

This festival takes place from June 25-27th on Smith Road (between W 130th and Pearl) in Middleburg Heights. Enjoy a wide variety of family-friendly activities, including parades, fireworks, a car show, food, live concerts, rides and games. Free admission and parking. See the link for a schedule of events and times. Enjoy!

http://www.summerinthecityfest.com/

Train Day, a FREE Event at the Cleveland Metroparks

"Come immerse yourself in a day of trains and all that’s related. CanalWay Visitor Center will transform itself into a center full of fact, fun and free entertainment for all ages. Visitors will enjoy a variety of activities throughout the day including model train exhibits – featuring G-scale, HO scale, S-scale and Lego trains. Take a hike on the Hobo Highway or take a guided walk with a cultural interpreter to the Trestle Overlook. Crafts, music, storytelling and a Thomas the Train movie await all who desire to climb aboard the fun. Children’s train rides will be available for $1. Food and train related vendors will be located at various points throughout the event."

Event takes place on Saturday, June 19th from 10am-4pm at the CanalWay Center in Cuyahoga Heights. See the link for more details and the schedule of events! http://www.clemetparks.com/events/train%20day.asp

The 7th Annual Avon Heritage Duct Tape Festival Father's Day Weekend

"The seventh annual Avon Heritage Duct Tape Festival will kick off on June 18, 2010, just in time to celebrate Father’s Day. The festival will be an all-weekend event starting Friday at 4:00 p.m. at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Avon, Ohio. This three-day event celebrates duct tape, its enthusiasts and its wacky and fun uses. The festival also honors the history and heritage of the city that is proclaimed the “Duct Tape Capital” of the world—Avon, Ohio—the home of Duck brand duct tape. From sculptures and fashion to games and a parade, everything at the festival revolves around duct tape and the wonderful City of Avon."

See http://avonducttapefestival.com/ for more information, and enjoy!

27th Annual Art by the Falls on June 12th and 13th

"The annual Art by the Falls outdoor fine art and fine craft festival is held every summer at Riverside Park in downtown Chagrin Falls. This year's festival will be held June 12th from 10am to 7pm and June 13th from 11am to 5pm. Each year, VAC presents a diverse group of talented artists working in a variety of media including ceramics, drawing, painting, glass, jewelry, apparel, metal sculpture, photography, prints, weaving and woodcarving." Visit http://valleyartcenter.org/artbythefalls.htm for more details.

Check out http://www.artfaircalendar.com/ for art fair event listings nationwide, including fine art shows in Ohio. Subscribe to their mailing list and be notified of all the free art shows in the area!

Art and Play Family Day, FREE Family Fun at the Cleveland Museum of Art

"Celebrate the newly opened galleries with a free event for families and the young at heart. Art making, gallery adventures, storytellers, drumming and dancing, and an artist carving demonstration by Yacouba Bonde and his assistant, Aboulaye Ouedrango." Event takes place on Sunday, June 27th from 12:30-4 pm. http://www.clevelandart.org/

The Cleveland Shakespeare Festival Presents FREE Performances at Notre Dame College

"The Cleveland Shakespeare Festival proudly presents two free outdoor performances of "Titus Andronicus" on Friday & Saturday June 18-19th at 7:00 p.m. The Performances will take place on the steps of the Notre Dame College Administration Building, 4545 College Road. In case of rain, the performance will be held in the Performing Arts Center. The Cleveland Shakespeare Festival returns the following weekend to present two free performances of “The Merry Wives of Windsor” Friday & Saturday June 25th-26th at 7:00 p.m. These performances will also take place on the steps of the Administration Building. Be sure to bring a blanket or chair for an evening of great entertainment." Click on the link for more information, and enjoy!

http://cityofsoutheuclid.com/about-south-euclid/city-marquee/Cain_Park_Ad_Revised.pdf

"Knee High Naturalists," a FREE Nature Event for Preschoolers on June 13th

"Most young children want to explore and try new things, but are often told they are too young. But, not this time! Cleveland Metroparks encourages young children to explore, play, learn, and more at the “Knee-High Naturalists” event. The event is geared towards preschoolers, ages 2 to 6. The “knee-high naturalists” will play and learn all afternoon with many fun-filled and educational activities. They can play nature games, make nature crafts, play in the “discovery sandbox,” or have their face painted, refreshments for sale, and more!"
This event takes place on Sunday, June 13th from 12-4pm at the Arboretum, located off Arbor Lane in South Chagrin Reservation, north of Cannon Road in Bentleyville. See the link below for more details!

http://www.clemetparks.com/events/kneehigh.asp

Concerts Over the Valley at Mapleside Farms

This concert series at Mapleside Farms takes place on select Friday nights from 6-9 pm, June through October. Food and wine tents open at 5 pm. "Grab your lawn chair and come enjoy great music, delicious food, fine wine, cold beer and an amazing sunset!" Admission is FREE except on July 16th. See the link for the concert schedule.

http://www.mapleside.com/Concerts_over_the_valley_postrsm.pdf