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FREE Books for Kids + Snacks, Crafts and Storytelling

whatsdo2 — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:06:06 +0000

Time: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Date: Saturday, June 8, 2013
Location: Clearwater Academy
Cost: FREE and open to the public
Info: (727) 441-4444

What’s Doing?
Community Learning Center will be hosting this fun family event where they will distribute hundreds of gently used books (donated by families and organizations) to local children in order to encourage them to read. At this FREE Books for Kids event, there will also be snacks, crafts and theatrical storytelling to entertain the children. Every child may choose up to five books to take home.

Address:
Clearwater Academy
801 Drew Street North
Clearwater, FL 33755

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Thanks to Kristen H., Director of Development at Community Learning Center, for sending this information!

FREE Summer Golf for Kids

whatsdo2 — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:00:45 +0000

Time: Varies
Date: June-August 2013
Location: Wentworth Golf Club, Crescent Oaks Golf Club and Pebble Creek Golf Club
Cost: Varies by offer (Please contact the Club directly for details and restrictions)
Info: Wentworth Golf Club Website

What’s Doing?
Wentworth Golf Club wants families to spend quality time golfing together this summer, and to help out, they are giving kids a FREE round of golf and a FREE kids meal every Sunday, now through August 31. You will receive a FREE 18-hole round of golf for your child age 16 and younger when you purchase an adult 18-hole green fee. Then head over to Mulligans and score a FREE kids meal with the purchase of an adult entrée.

Pebble Creek Golf Club is also offering a Family Golf Sundays special every Sunday after 2 p.m., June-August. Their deal is $49 for 9 holes with cart for 4 players, and it includes 4 hot dogs and 4 fountain drinks. Your group must include one kid age 16 and under. Please contact the Club directly for details and restrictions.

Kids FREE Bucket Summer Program
Ace Golf is offering kids age 5-15 and younger one FREE bucket of range balls every day, June-August. Kids can brush up on their swing at Ace Golf Range in Brandon and Riverview, Pebble Creek Golf Club in New Tampa, and Wentworth and Crescent Oaks Golf Clubs in Tarpon Springs. Stop in anytime (now through August 31) to pick up a punch card. No purchase is required to participate, but an adult must accompany the child.

Kids Play FREE After 12 p.m.
In addition, kids age 16 and younger can also play a full round of golf for FREE any day this summer after 12 p.m. with a regular price adult greens fee at Wentworth, Crescent Oaks and Pebble Creek Golf Clubs.

NOTE: All three clubs welcome public play and also offer memberships. Please check with each course as range hours vary by facility.

Address:
Wentworth Golf Club
2990 Wentworth Way
Tarpon Springs, FL 34688
(727) 942-4760

Crescent Oaks Golf Club
3300 Crescent Oaks Blvd
Tarpon Springs, FL 34688
(727) 942-6182

Pebble Creek Golf Club
10550 Regents Park Drive
Tampa, FL 33647
(813) 973-3870

Ace Golf Range
820 South Kings Avenue
Brandon, FL 33511
(813) 651-4653

Ace Golf Range
12910 Boyette Road
Riverview, FL 33569
(813) 672-7750

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Take a Grand Opening Tour of the New Highland Recreation Center

whatsdo2 — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:26:44 +0000

Time: 12-5 p.m.
Date: Sunday, June 2, 2013
Location: Highland Recreation Complex
Cost: FREE; Refreshments will be available for purchase
Info: (727) 518-6720 or (727) 518-3016; City of Largo Website

What’s Doing?
The community is invited to tour the brand new 4,000-square-foot facility, which features:
— PlayWorld (a 3-story indoor playground)
— ExerPlay (an indoor active gaming room)
— Indoor walking track
— Double gymnasium
— Fitness room
— Party rooms
… and more!

The facility will officially open on Monday, June 3, 2013 with classes and programs to begin on June 10.

Address:
Highland Recreation Complex
400 Highland Avenue
Largo, FL 33770

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Shhh! It’s a Surprise Birthday Party for the Cow!

whatsdo2 — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:49:19 +0000

Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Date: Saturday, May 25, 2013
Location: Chick-fil-A at Park Place
Cost: Special birthday activities are FREE, you pay only for your food
Info: (727) 525-7171; Chick-fil-A at Park Place Facebook Page

What’s Doing?
Join in the festivities at this surprise Birthday party for the Cow. From 9-11 a.m., enjoy party crafts and entertainment provided by Home Depot, PNC Bank, Michaels and Sam’s Club. Then at 11 a.m., “surprise” the Cow and eat Birthday cake. (No presents, please!)

Address:
Chick-fil-A at Park Place
7020 US Highway 19 North
Pinellas Park, FL 33781

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Thanks to Chelsea L., Marketing Director for Chick-fil-A at Park Place and Chick-fil-A at Feathersound, for sending this event information!

Pinellas Park Kiwanis Club Children’s Fishing Derby

whatsdo2 — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:44:30 +0000

Time: 8 a.m.
Date: Saturday, June 1, 2013
Location: Freedom Lake Park
Cost: FREE and open to children age 12 and younger
Info: (727) 541-0895; City of Pinellas Park Website

What’s Doing?
Children age 12 and younger are invited for a morning of fishing. Bait will be provided, and there will be FREE food for participants and their families. If you don’t already have one, fishing poles will be available. To make things exciting, prizes will be awarded in several categories.

Address:
Freedom Lake Park
9990 46th Street North
Pinellas Park, FL 33782

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Order FREE Customized Walt Disney World™ Maps

whatsdo2 — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:16:24 +0000

What’s the Freebie?
You can create special keepsake maps of all the Walt Disney World™ parks, highlighting your favorite attractions and entertainment. Just pick your park and select the attractions you want. When you’re done, your map(s) will be mailed to your home.

Watch the Walt Disney World Freebie Tip vlog by TheInfoMouse.com:

NOTE: You will need to login to your Disney account. If you don’t already have one, you will need to create one.

Click here to get started!

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Thanks to my friend Heather over at My Sweet Savings for the heads-up on this freebie! Check out her blog for great deals, freebies and couponing advice.

Parents As Teachers Hosts Summer Fun Luau

whatsdo2 — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:23:47 +0000

Time: 10-11:30 a.m.
Date: Friday, June 14, 2013
Location: MHC Supported Housing
Cost: FREE, but RSVP is required
Info: Contact Gretel Loyola at (813) 943-4974; Baby Bungalow May-July 2013 Newsletter (PDF) (See page 3)

What’s Doing?
You and your little one can participate in games, music and crafts that promote sensory and motor development. You are asked to bring a towel, and welcome to bring a friend.

Address:
MHC Supported Housing
2905 East Henry Street
Tampa, FL 33610

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USF Child Summer Music Programs Offers FREE Piano Lessons for Children Age 9-12

whatsdo2 — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:08:13 +0000

Time: Morning session: 8 a.m.-12 p.m.; Afternoon session: 12:30-4 p.m.
Date: July 1-12, 2013 (Children must enroll in the study by June 7)
Location: USF School of Music
Cost: FREE piano lessons and FREE hearing screening; You will need to purchase your own books for $19.99
Info: If you are interested in having your child participate this program, call (352) 339-4076 or e-mail bugosj@usf.edu

What’s the Deal?
USF’s Music Education Department will be holding a summer piano camp for children age 9-12, as part of a research study on how musical training affects hearing and cognition. Classes will meet every weekday for two weeks, from July 1-12.

If eligible, your child will be given FREE piano lessons and a FREE hearing screening. However, you will be responsible for purchasing your own books, at a cost of $19.99.

Criteria for Eligibility
— Your child must be between the ages of 9-12
— Your child must have NO diagnosed neurological disorders
— Your child must have had fewer than four months of formal musical training

Address:
USF
4202 East Fowler Avenue, MUS 101
Tampa, FL 33620

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Thank you to Dr. Jennifer Bugos, Assistant Professor of Music Education at the University of South Florida, for sending this information!

You’re Invited to Learning Gate Community School’s Summer Scoop Spectacular

whatsdo2 — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:58:49 +0000

Time: 4-8 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Location: Learning Gate Community School (by the LG cabin)
Cost: $2/cup or cone with toppings
Info: (813) 948-4190; Learning Gate Community School Facebook Page

What’s Doing?
The school will be hosting a frozen yogurt social night, and the public is invited to join in the fun. When I contacted the school, I was told they would also be having their book fair.

Address:
Learning Gate Community School
16215 Hanna Road
Lutz, FL 33549

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Keel & Curley Celebrates the End of Blueberry Season

whatsdo2 — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:53:30 +0000

Time: 12-10 p.m.
Date: Saturday, May 25, 2013
Location: Keel & Curley Winery
Cost: FREE admission and parking; U-Pick Blueberries: $4/lb
Info: (813) 752-9100; Keel & Curley Winery Events

What’s Doing?
This will be the LAST DAY for U-Pick blueberries in 2013, and Keel & Curley is celebrating with a bounce house and live country and bluegrass music.

Address:
Keel & Curley Winery
5210 Thonotosassa
Plant City, FL 33565

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