10 Free & Cheap summer actitivies

I don't know about you, but my kids are officially done with camp for the summer. Part of me LOVES this time of year because we can all relax & just enjoy the rest of the summer....the other part of me knows, that the kids will be fighting like cats & dogs in T-minus 12 days...if that! So while I'm racking my brain to figure out what to do with my kids, I thought I'd share a few activities that they love.

1. Herrs Factory Tour-Fun & free! Click HERE for all the info!
2. $1 movies at Regal. Click HERE for all the info & locations.
3. Delaware County has fantastic library programs all summer long.  For a complete list go HERE!
4. We head down to the creek! I am certain that one day my children will say throwing rocks in the creek was one of their greatest childhood memories. Check some great Delaware County Parks HERE.
5. Linvilla Orchards. We buy a bag of old produce to feed the animals and then play on the playground. 
6. Free concerts at Rose Tree Park
7. Go down to Penn's Landing.  All summer long they have free concerts, movies, festivals & more.  Info is Here.
8. Check out a different playground. It doesn't have to be one you have never been too, just one you don't often go too, bring a snack or lunch & hang out for a while.
9. Kids Bowl Free!!!  Info HERE!
10. If you're looking for a beach day, keep in mind that Sea Isle has FREE beach days on Wednesday (except July 4)! Any other day of the week, kids under 12 are free.

Keep adding to the list. What do you do with your kids for the rest of the summer?!

Weekend Events! Star Wars, Brandywine Zoo, Philly Flower Show & More!

All Weekend Events:

• Tree Maze & Mini Golf now open at Linvilla Click HERE for my review.
• Second Time Around Kids Sale
• Elam United Methodist Church Kids Sale
• Philadelphia Flower Show has plenty of Family Events

Saturday:

• Stars Wars @ Newtown Public Library Click HERE for info. 1-3 pm.
• Carnival Hoop Build & Grow at Lowes: Registration is required
• Brandywine Zoo free admission HERE
• Celebrate the Disney Stores 25th anniversary Here
• The Knack (AKA Micheal's) Free Family Event - Yarn Doll Make-It Take-It Click HERE for more info. (time: 10:00-noon) and T-shirt Tote HERE for the cost of a t-shirt (1-3).
• Dollar Admission at the Hagley Museum in Wilmington 
• Check out Second Saturday in Media

Elmo's Birthday Party at the Middletown Library today!

Free face painting at Elmo's Birthday Party! Story time with Elmo books, cupcakes, a visit from the furry red monster!! Please join Paint Your Face at Middletown Free Library for Elmo's birthday party! Fun fun fun! Best part is it doesn't cost a dime! After you celebrate Elmo's birthday be sure to check a out a book or two!

Click HERE for more details.

Gratitude List~Delaware County Library and Employment!

If you're reading this for the first time, I am writing a gratitude list, one item for everday in November until Thanksgiving....but I keep forgetting, so here are two days!

Day 8~The library!  This might seem odd, but I have spent many hours at the library with my children participating in free (or sometimes low cost) activities while I hang out with my friends and look at books!  It is a peaceful hour in my week, that is inexpensive and allows my children to grow and hopefully become good readers. 

Day 9~I am grateful that my husband has a good job with benefits that allows me to find my way with my website and real estate job which allows me to be home more with my kids.  There are so many people who don't have this security right now, so I am truly, truly thankful.

Delaware County Library Programs

Everyone already knows about borrowing books & movies but the Delaware County Library System as so many programs for kids...and they are all free!

Many of the libraries have published their reading programs & schedules for the fall and ours will begin sign ups next week.

Check out the website or call your local library for details on these programs and more.
Delaware County Library System

The Great Holtzie TODAY at the Swarthmore Library!!!!

‎3 PM Today, June 22nd!!!! The Great Holtzie (Ages 5 & Up) He's back by popular demand. Children's Comedian, The Great Holtzie! Still free, still funny.

Free Summer Reading Programs

Tomorrow is our first day of no school...first day of summer. I'm taking the kids to sign up for summer reading programs here and at the library.


Kids in grades 1-6 can enroll in Barnes and Noble’s free summer reading program!
Sign up online and kids can track their progress as they read each book.
When they read 8 books, you can take them into Barnes and Noble to receive their free paperback.
Program runs from 5/24/10 to 9/6/10.
Barnes & Noble





I am pumped that Barnes & Noble & Borders are doing summer reading programs again this year. Hopefully it will keep my daughter on track over the summer!

read 10 books, get one free!

WE DOUBLE-DOG DARE YOU!

If you’re 12 or under, you’re in!

• read 10 books—any ones you like* • list the books on this form

• bring your completed form to a Borders, Borders Express, or

Waldenbooks store and choose your FREE BOOK**

*No purchase necessary.

**Form must be completed and brought to any Borders, Borders Express, or Waldenbooks store by 8/26/10 to redeem coupon. Offer valid in-store only. Valid only on selected titles.

Borders

And of course, check out your local library!!!

Delaware County Library Free Reading Programs

Everyone already knows about borrowing books & movies but the Delaware County Library System as so many programs for kids...and they are all free!Check your local libraries site for the most current & sign up information!

Summer Reading Club (June-August)
Science in the Summer (June-August)
Pals For Life
Storytimes (for a variety of different age groups!)
GrandKits
Parenting Wisely Kits
Variety of Family Place Parent/Child Workshops

Check out the website or call your local library for details on these programs and more.
Delaware County Library System

Helen Kate Furness Library May Fair

A springtime tradition returns for the 50th year with the Library's Annual May Fair and Book Sale on Saturday, May 7th from 10 am until 3 pm. The Fair offers fun for kids and their parents:

Book Sale, carnival with Games and Prizes for kids (and a Moon Bounce). Yard Sale Attic Treasures, Jewelry Counter, Bake Sale. More fun and surprises are in the works. You won't want to miss it! The Fair takes place rain or shine. Parking available nearby at Wallingford Elementary School or the Train Station
Click HERE for more info.

Makin' Music at the Middletown Free Library

Thursday March 10, 2011 @ 10:30 am.

"Makin' Music's award-winning family classics feature warm, energetic, and enthusiastic teachers who lead the class as you gather in a circle to "make music." The class is enjoyable, with a strong education foundation, as a music and movement enrichment program. Young listeners are immediately engaged by the recordings and are carried from song to song by infectious rhythms and energetic production." Recommended for ages 6 mo. to 5 yrs. with their parents.

Contact: Juliann Kutchen-610-566-7828 or go HERE!

Young Poets of Delaware County Contest

My daughter has been busy coming up with ideas for her poem but hasn't settle on and idea yet. The contest runs until February 18th.

Go HERE for all the details.

Reminder: Free Childbirth Class

Preparing for birth? Register for a free weekend course Feb 19-20. Limit 10 couples. Sign up now!

Sat Feb 19, 12-4pm and Sun Feb 20, 1-4pm at the Ridley Township Library on MacDade in Folsom


Contact Kelly at 610-544-1474 or email kelly@momimethod.com for more details.

Delco Library Programs Reminder

Everyone already knows about borrowing books & movies but the Delaware County Library System as so many programs for kids...and they are all free! I just signed my children up for 2 different programs that they both love!

Summer Reading Club (June-August)
Science in the Summer (June-August)
Pals For Life
Storytimes (for a variety of different age groups!)
GrandKits
Parenting Wisely Kits
Dial-A-Story 610-891-8625 (My kids love this and the only problem is the story doesn't change often!)
Variety of Family Place Parent/Child Workshops

Check out the website or call your local library for details on these programs and more.
Delaware County Library System

Lego Club at Newtown Public Library

LEGO club for ages 5 & up

Younger siblings welcome. Our monthly meetings feature different themes each time! Come and make some LEGO creations. Registration required. Please sign up in the library or call 610-353-1022. All LEGOs are provided.

Check out the Newtown Public Library for the info.

Delaware County Libraries Programs

Everyone already knows about borrowing books & movies but the Delaware County Library System as so many programs for kids...and they are all free!

Summer Reading Club (June-August)
Science in the Summer (June-August)
Pals For Life
Storytimes (for a variety of different age groups!)
GrandKits
Parenting Wisely Kits
Dial-A-Story 610-891-8625 (My kids love this and the only problem is the story doesn't change often!)
Variety of Family Place Parent/Child Workshops

Check out the website or call your local library for details on these programs and more.
Delaware County Library System