Free Auntie Anne's Pretzel

** I found this coupon on freebies4mom.blogspot.com**

Click here to get a coupon for a free pretzel from Antie Anne's!! (Print it twice, give it to the next person in line!!)

$1 Flip Flops!!!

** I copied this info from freebies4mom.blogspot.com**

Old Navy: $1 Flip Flops on Saturday (June 28) Only!

This Saturday only (June 28th), Old Navy's nation wide will be selling their fabulously comfortable and colorful flip flops for $1 each! You can grab a pair in every color and remain guilt and debt free. Now that's priceless!

Free Gum

Get a free pack of Stride Gum after going through a mock court case "People vs. Stride" on their website (hint: I selected "Settle" to get to the free sample form, if you select "Sue" it takes you to the entry form for a contest with only 11 winners). It's a bit silly (and you might want to turn the volume down), but just click through the screens to get to the request form and you can choose from Sweet Berry, Sweet Cinnamon, or Always Mandarin. Stride says they will mail you your full pack of gum in 4 to 6 weeks.

Healthy (Frozen) Treat

Want a fun idea for a healthy frozen snack?? Take an ordinary container of yogurt, pierce the top with a stick, freeze & eat!! :)

Apple Camp

Have an 8-12 year-old that is into computers?? Check this out:

Make a movie. Compose a song. Create a slideshow. And show it all off to the world. Apple Camp is a great opportunity for kids to participate in hands-on workshops, have fun, and learn how to do cool stuff on a Mac. With a trusty Mac, imagination, and Apple Camp, there’s no telling what you can create. Apple Camp happens at all Apple Store locations and each Workshop is three hours. Learn iPhoto in the Photo Workshop, iMovie in the Movie Workshop, GarageBand in the Music Workshop, and iWork in the Presentation Workshop. All workshops are recommended for kids ages 8-12. You can sign up for up to two Camp Workshops at one time.

**FREE!!!**

Kids Club Summer Road Trip

Now through Wednesday, July 23, 2008, from 10am - 11am:
Join us every second and fourth Wednesday of the month for a road trip across Arizona during Kids Club! Beginning June 11, visit Kids Club to use our imaginations and visit a different location within Arizona at each show! We'll travel to the Grand Canyon and many other destinations while learning about the history of Arizona. You won't want to miss these exciting summer shows. Kids Club meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 10am - 11am in the SanTan Cafes/Food Court. Sign-up for your FREE membership by visiting Guest Services or by clicking here.

Hot Dog on a Stick

Don't miss Happy Hour Fridays at Hot Dog on a Stick @ San Tan Village!!
Valid from May 21, 2008 to July 1, 2008
Every Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. is Happy Hour. Buy any 2 stick items and receive a FREE regular size lemonade!
* Offer good through July 25, 2008.

If you've ever had their lemonade, you know it's GREAT!! :)

Don't Eat Pete!

OK, so this is an old game, but I've never played it!! :) My kids are going to love it, so I thought I'd share the idea for anyone who's never played it!!

You can make a board game easily, by drawing a grid of 9 squares (3 x 3) on a piece of paper. You need enough small candies for each player to get 9. (ex. If you're using M & M's, one mini bag per person would work well!)

Place one piece of candy on each square. Send one player out of the room while the others decide which piece of candy on the board will be "PETE". Have the player come back into the room & eat one candy at a time. As soon as they touch "PETE", the group yells, "DON'T EAT PETE!!" His turn is then over & someone else leaves the room. Continue until everyone has had a turn.

Tutti Frutti Watercolors

* A variety of flavored powdered drink mixes (i.e. Kool-Aid)
* Warm water

For each color, combine one packet of drink mix & 2 tsp. of water in a small cup. Stir until the mix dissolves. Use with paintbrushes on watercolor paper. Refrigerate any left-over paints in airtight containers for up to 3 days!

Kool-Aid Playdough

* 1 1/4 c. flour
* 1/4 c. salt
* 1 pkg. unsweetened Kool-Aid (just dry mix - DON'T add water!)
* 1 c. boiling water
* 1 1/2 Tbl. vegetable oil

In a bowl, mix flour, salt & Kool-Aid. Stir in water & oil. Knead with hands for about 5 minutes. Store in a zipper bag for up to 2 months. Smells great & takes on the color of the mix! Use different Kool-Aid flavors for different colors & scents!!

Free Monday Movies

Check out the public library for FREE movies every Monday, and lots of other FREE events!!
http://www.mcldaz.org/

The Arizona Grand Resort

The Arizona Grand Resort (formerly Pointe South Mountain) is offering a package for a family getaway or just for some local family fun. They are offering rates starting at $229 and kids eat free, parents receive a $50 dining credit good for any restaurant at the hotel property, 20% off golf and spa. The valid dates for this offer is May 26th to September 30th. If you’re a family who just wants to enjoy a nice local family day/night at a resort, this offer is perfect. Enjoy a nice day at the Oasis Waterpark and a nice night in the newly renovated suite. This resort is located just West of I-10 and on the South side of Baseline Road. When you call to book or book online, ask for the Summer Splash Staycation.

Red Robin Contest For Kids

Here’s a contest your kid should enter if they have a natural “cooking talent”. Red Robin is hosting a Gourmet Burger Contest for kids ages 6-12 years old. What do they have to do? Submit an original recipe for the best hamburger and a short summary as to why their burger deserves to be America’s next gourmet hamburger!
If your child wins the Red Robin kids contest they will have their hamburger featured on the Red Robin’s kids meanu. The contest begins on July 1st and ends August 10th. Visit your local Red Robin Restaurant, call them or visit: http://redrobin.com/home/fun/burgercontest.aspx for more details!!

East Valley Children's Theater

East Valley Children's Theater presents "OZ", June 19-29! Tickets are $10, and presented at Mesa Arts Center. Like "The Wizard of OZ", with a twist! Go to www.evct.org for more details!

Places To Go - A to Z

A

* AMC Theaters Summer Movies
1647 S. Stapely, Mesa #503-1680
* Arizona Museum For Youth
35 N. Robson, Mesa #644-2468
* Arizona Wing Commemorative Air Force Flying Museum
2017 N. Greenfield, Mesa # 924-1940, 981-1945
http://www.azcaf.com/
* Arizona Science Center
600 E. Washington, Phoenix #602-716-2028
http://www.azscience.org/
B
* Broadway Palm West Dinner Theater
5247 E. Brown, Mesa
http://www.broadwaypalmwest.com/
C
* Chandler Public Library
* Chase Field
401 E. Jefferson, Phoenix
http://www.arizona.diamondbacks.mlb.com/
* Chuparosa Park Spray Pad
2400 S. Dobson, Chandler
D
* Desert Breeze Park Spray Animals
660 N. Desert Breeze Blvd., Chandler
E
* Espee Park Spray Pad
450 E. Knox Rd., Chandler
F
* Fairytale Brownies
6280 W. Erie St., Chandler
Watch a video, take a tour & have a sample!! Call for reservations. (Visit website for coupon! Click on "Fairytale Fun" for coupon. Click on "Kids", print picture to color & bring in for a free brownie!!)
http://www.brownies.com/
* Fiddlesticks
1155 W. Elliot Rd., Tempe
http://www.fiddlesticksaz.com/
* Freestone Park Railroad
1021 E. Juniper, Gilbert
Visit website for hours & coupons!!
http://www.freestonerr.com/
G
* Gilbert Public Library
775 N. Greenfield Rd., Gilbert #539-5100
* Golfland/Sunsplash
155 N. Hampton Ave., Mesa #834-8318
* Great Arizona Puppet Theater
302 W. Latham, Phoenix # 602-262-2050

$6 for kids, $8 for adults
http://www.azpuppets.org/
H
* Hall of Flame Museum (Fire History Museum)
6101 E. Van Buren, Phoenix #602-275-3473

www.hallofflame.org
* Harkins Theaters Summer Movie Fun
San Tan Village - Loop 202 & Williams Field Rd.
* Home Depot
Kids craft clinics - FREE!! First Saturday of each month.
http://www.homedepotclinics.com/
I
* In Pockets
40 S. San Marcos Place, Chandler #762-2253
Restaurant, bakery, catering. Monthly kids events.
J
* Jeepers/Jungle Jim's Playland
2726 S. Alma School Rd., Mesa #820-8300
K
* Kids Town Play Center
1700 E. Elliot, Tempe #456-5437
Indoor play place for kids. **Wear Socks!!**
* Kiwanis Park Recreation Center
6111 S. All American Way, Tempe #350-5201
* Krispie Kreme
6626 E. Superstition Springs Blvd., Mesa
Group tours & free donuts!!
L
* Lakeshore Learning Center
4819 E. Ray Rd., Ahwatukee #940-7700
http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/
Free craft activities!
M
* Mesa Public Library
635 N. Power Rd., Mesa #644-3184
http://www.mesalibrary.org/
* Mesa Southwest Museum
53 N. MacDonald, Mesa #644-5082
O
*Olpin Art Center
141 W. Boston, Chandler #821-5357
http://www.olpinartcenter.com/

Summer art classes & Kids Night Out classes!
* Out of Africa Wildlife Park

3505 W. Highway 260, Camp Verde #928-567-2840
http://www.outofafricapark.com/
P
* Phoenix Art Museum
1625 N. Central Ave., Phoenix #602-257-1222
* The Phoenix Zoo

455 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix #620-273-1341

* Play in Place

655 N. Gilbert, Gilbert #892-4122

Indoor play area for kids.
* Polar Ice
7225 W. Harrison, # 598-4900

www.polaricechandler.com
Q
* Queen Creek Olive Mill
25062 S. Meridian Rd., Queen Creek
Restaurant & tours!
R
* Riparian Institute

2757 E. Guadalupe Rd., Gilbert #503-6744

www.riparianinstitute.org
S
* Schnepf Farms
22601 E. Cloud Rd., Queen Creek #987-3100
http://www.schnepffarms.com/
* Skateland
1101 W. Ray Rd., Chandler #917-9444
7 E. Southern Rd., Mesa #833-7775
T
* Tempe Beach Park Splash Park
W
* Wildflower Bread Company
3425 E. Baseline Rd., Gilbert #507-9565
Milk, cookie & activity!
* Wildlife World Zoo
165th Ave & Northern, Phoenix #602-935-9453