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FREE Little Nature Lovers Program at Great Plains Nature Center

Great Plains Nature Center in Wichita KS

Little Nature Lovers is a free weekly program especially for 3-5 year-olds and their caregivers. Kids will learn about nature through crafts, games, and children’s literature. Related: Free and Cheap Things for Kids to Do The Ultimate List of Free Children’s Story Times in Wichita, KS According to the GPNC website: “Lots of sensory experiences will […]

BOGO Blizzards at Dairy Queen for Fall

Dairy Queen is offering a great deal to launch its new Fall Menu: Buy One, Get One FREE blizzard. Below, find out all the new flavors and when the deal is happening. Even though the weather may not call for flannels just yet, the new Fall Blizzard Menu offers a taste of the season with […]

Free Movies in the Park in Park City

The Park City PRIDE organization will host a series of FREE movies in the park this summer! The free family movies will be shown in Hap McLean Park at sundown on all three dates. They’ll also have free popcorn and lemonade for all attendees. Grab a blanket or lawn chair, some bug spray, and all […]

FREE Printable Party Invitations from Disney

FREE Printable Party Invitations from Disney

Thanks to my friend Amy for sending me this tip. The Disney website Spoonful has a whole section of free printable party invitations, thank you cards, and Disney-themed crafts, recipes, and games for your next children’s birthday party. They look pretty nice and will work well if you have a good printer. (Since these are […]

Family Camp Out at Camp Hyde

The Wichita YMCA will host a Family Camp Out June 23, at 7 p.m. through 4 p.m. Saturday, June 24, 2017. Looks like fun, and pretty affordable considering all of the activities included. Here’s their description of the event: Bring your tent and sleeping bags or sleep under the stars for this exciting family getaway. Begins […]

Summer Fun at the Great Plains Nature Center

Summer Fun at the Great Plains Nature Center

Need something fun to do with the kids this summer? Stop by the Great Plains Nature Center and tour the Koch Habitat Hall, with hands-on, interactive displays for all ages. It’s always free. While you’re there, pick up a free copy of the latest Pocket Guide. These are excellent publications that help you understand and […]

Free Admission for Military on Armed Forces Day at Rolling Hills Wildlife Zoo and Museum

On Saturday, May 19, 2012, Rolling Hills Wildlife Adventure will recognize Armed Forces Day with free admission to the zoo and wildlife museum for active and retired military and their immediate families. The day will be filled with wild activities throughout the park, including an inflatable obstacle course, bounce house, giraffe feeding, and “Keeper Encounters” […]

FREE Little Explorers Preschool Playgroup at Exploration Place

Each Tuesday Exploration Place offers free “Little Explorers” preschool playgroups. These weekly playgroups are free with admission (or membership) and no registration is required. Upcoming Little Explorers playgroups in February 2012: All About Me February 7: What are our five senses? See, smell, feel, taste and hear your way through Exploration Place! February 14: Celebrate […]

FREE Play Day at O.J. Watson Park

The Wichita Parks and Recreation Department will hold its 3rd annual Play Day this year on Saturday, September 17, 2011 at O.J. Watson Park. Enjoy some time playing together as a family, with kayaking or canoeing, parachute games, Frisbees, pedal boats, mini golf, music and more available from 1-4 p.m. at this free event. Wichita […]

Free subscription to Lego Magazine!

If you have LEGO fans in the family, they might be interested in a free subscription to Lego Life. It is a magazine subscription for  children between the ages of 5 and 10.  This magazine is replacing the free LEGO Club, Jr. magazine and Club LEGO magazines that were previously offered. If your child was receiving the […]

Camp Hyde Family Day

Here’s an inexpensive day of fun for members of the Wichita YMCA, but open to non-members too (and still a bargain). Family Day at Camp Hyde will get everyone in the family outside and having a great time. Bring a picnic basket and enjoy a jam-packed family day filled with fun, adventure and the great […]