Free/Cheap Family Events & Eats this Weekend 07/03-07/04

I hope you all have a wonderful 4th of July Weekend. If you are looking to beat the heat, head inside and enjoy this weekend's free/cheap activities:

• Toys"R"Us will be having a Crayola 3-D Sidewalk Chalk Event on Saturday, 7/03, between 2-4pm. This event is intended for children 3 and up. Kids will be able to try out 3D crayons and chalk. There will also be samples and giveaways. Select Crayola 3D items will be BOGO 50% off. As always, I recommend calling your local TRU store to make sure they are participating. 
• Head to your local Lakeshore Learning Center on Saturday, 07/03, between 11am-3pm to make a Patriotic Drum. Event is for ages 3 and up. 
• It is the first weekend of the month, so that means Bank of America cardholders can get into more than 100 participating museums, zoos, science centers, botanical gardens, and more! Go here to see what is available in your area! 
• Home Depot will also be holding a free How-To Workshop this weekend. On Saturday, 07/03, between 9 am and Noon, they will be holding hands-on sessions teaching you how to make a Periscope. In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child will receive a kid-sized orange apron and an achievement pin. These "How-To Workshops" are designed for children ages 5-12.

Free/Cheap Eats:

• Kids eat free at Applebee's July 3rd through the 5th. Go here to see the details. 
• Kids Eat Free at IKEA through July 5th. This offer is valid for kids 12 and under. Go herefor more information. 
• Quiznos is offering a "Kids Eat Free" promotion. You will receive one FREE kids meal with the purchase of a select entree. Go here for more information. This is for a limited time and no end date has been announced. 
• On every Sunday through September, Krispy Kreme is offering a BOGO FREE Kool Kreme soft-serve sundaes. Go here to find a participating location.