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Activities in Pensacola that are Free or Cheap

{Post by Heather Hice-McCray} Pensacola, Florida has so much to offer those who visit and live here. There are things to do almost every weekend throughout the entire year. The best part is that a majority of the activities in Pensacola that are cheap or free cater to families and children. … [Read more...]

Free or Cheap Kids Activities in Denver

Free or cheap kids activities in Denver, Colorado. You don't have to spend a lot to have fun with your kids!

I grew up in the colorful Colorado mountains. Denver Colorado is full of history, with wild west adventures, gold rush, geology/mining, and dinosaur findings.  As a Colorado Native it’s my pleasure to share with you some of the best free or cheap kids activities in Denver.   My Grandparents came from Germany to visit often. We would take them to places like Buffalo … [Read more...]

Free or Cheap Activities for Kids in the Hi-Desert of California

Think there is nothing to do in the hi-desert of California? Think again. There is a fun list of free or cheap kids activities in the hi-desert of California and the Morongo Basin.

Many felt sorry for us when we had to move from the almost-tropical paradise of San Diego to the hi-desert of southern California. My husband was one of them! I kept an open mind, and figured there would be plenty of hidden gems (or not-so-hidden) to keep the kids learning and playing. I found a great list of free or cheap activities for kids in the Hi-Desert of California and … [Read more...]

Free or Cheap Kids Activities in Milwaukee

Get a go-to list of free or cheap kids activities in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area. Keep this handy for Summer vacation or rainy days at home with the kids.

What are your favorite free kids activities in your area? It's Summer vacation here still, so I am learning about our new area and keeping a list of our go-to inexpensive kids activities. Have you checked out if the Free or Cheap Kids Activities List has your location available? The developing list of kids activities that are not expensive, is important because you can have … [Read more...]

Days of Summer Fun for Less

Have days of summer fun for less. Save money with these tips and coupons to enjoy the days of Summer with fun and inexpensivev activities for the whole family.

This post is sponsored by Groupon. All opinions are my own. Please view my disclosure. All the long Summer days keep us moms thinking of fun activities to keep our families spending quality time together and making memories. Making the last days of Summer fun can be affordable, unique and will create life-long memories that your family will cherish. Grab a few of these … [Read more...]

5 Things You Need to Do with Your Kids this Summer

We can enjoy a laid back Summer that still involves making the best of out time with our kids. These 5 things you need to do with your kids this Summer is a laid back bucket list. Not a checklist, but a mindset for a great Summer.

Welcome to Mom Motivation Mondays where weekly contributing writers share their motherhood experiences to encourage you to find the joy in being a mom. {This week: Post by Heather} Summer is by far one of my favorite times of the year. The sun stays out longer, there is more flexibility in our schedule, and I can actually drink my coffee. And by drink my coffee, I … [Read more...]

10 Activities for Active Play and Less Use of Technology

I want my kids to get outside, move and have fun with active play activities and less technology use. This is my go-to list for this Summer so we all get outside more, and stare at screens less.

Welcome to Mom Motivation Mondays where weekly contributing writers share their motherhood experiences to encourage you to find the joy in being a mom. {This week: Post by Lauren} We spent a little too much time this winter in front of the TV. I kept thinking “Only one more day of this. The kids are sick. They need to rest.” It seems like we always had an excuse to … [Read more...]

Free or Cheap Kids Activities in San Diego

Collection of free or cheap kids activities in San Diego, California.

{Guest Post by Rebecca West} San Diego is known for the beach and sun. Our popular tourist activities can really break the budget. I've put together a list of my family's favorite free or cheap kids activities in San Diego. Your family can have fun without spending a ton of money in San Diego and its surrounding areas. These activities are also great for all ages of … [Read more...]

Free or Cheap Kids Activities in Jackson, Mississippi

Free or cheap kids activities in and near Jackson, Mississippi.

I have heard such great things about Mississippi! For this installment of the Free or Cheap Kids Activities series we are focusing on Jackson, Mississippi. There are some great free or cheap kids activities in Jackson, Mississippi. A fellow blogger has lived there with her twins, and has so many fun activities to share. … [Read more...]

Free or Cheap Kids Activities in the Twin Cities

20 of the best free or cheap kids activiities in the twin cities of minneapolis and st paul, minnesota.

Lakes dotted throughout town, tons of amazing museums, and delicious spots to eat, we loved our time in St Paul and Minneapolis. Our family has lived in five different cities so far and visited countless others but the Twin Cities remain one of the most family friendly places. If you have kids, you’re probably already aware of the awesome Minnesota Children’s Museum, the … [Read more...]

Free or Cheap Kids Activities in Madison, Wisconsin

Free or cheap kids activities in Madison, Wisconsin. A resource from moms who have visited and lived in Madison. Grab this list for summer fun with kids in Madison, WI. Part of the Free or Cheap Kids Activities (by location) series.

I remember visiting Madison, Wisconsin a couple of times, but the most vivid memory is when my parents almost moved there. Madison is a beautiful city that does not feel overwhelming even though there is so much to do. There are so many fun, free or cheap kids activities in Madison, Wisconsin to try with your family. A fellow blogger is an expert on kids activities in … [Read more...]

Free or Cheap Kids Activities in Washington, D.C.

Many free or cheap kids activities in Washington, D.C. are easily accessible-even during the busy Summer months in the nation's capitol. (Part of the Free or Cheap Activities series at The Stay-at-Home Mom Survival Guide.)

A busy place in the Summer months, there are many free or cheap kids activities in Washington, D.C. and the surrounding area for every season. Since we lived in Northern Virginia two separate times for a total of 4 years, we have a lot of familiarity with the Washington D.C. area. I have gathered activities for kids in the Washington, D.C. area. If you are a local and know … [Read more...]

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