Showing posts with label Family. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Family. Show all posts

Saturday, November 6, 2010

Vets & Military Free Park Admissions

Free Park Admission for Veterans Day

Colonial Williamsburg Free Admission. Colonial Williamsburg honors America’s Veterans with a procession down Duke of Gloucester Street, 4:30 p.m., beginning at the Capitol. The parade culminates in a public ceremony, with militia and cannon crew firing volleys in recognition of those who serve. Hear Colonial Williamsburg’s Fifes and Drums, and speakers from past and present. Active duty military, guard and reservists, retirees, veterans and their dependents enjoy free admission passes on the following dates: Nov. 6-11.
Knotts Berry Farm Military Tribute Days – Free Admission. Knott’s Berry Farm has an annual Military Tribute where they offer military members past and present by offering free park admission. This year the Military Tribute Days run from November 1 – 25 November (Thanksgiving Day).  Veterans or current serving military personnel plus one guest get in FREE with proper ID presented at Knott’s turnstile (DD214, Veterans Administration Hospital ID or Active Military Service ID). Purchase up to six additional tickets for just $15 each. More info.
Fee Free Day at National Parks. To honor America’s service men and women, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar today announced that areas managed by the department would not charge entrance fees on Thursday, November 11, 2010. Over 100 national Parks will be participating in this event. More information.

Free Admission Anheuser-Busch Parks for Military Members

Here's to the Heroes
Anheuser-Busch Parks. Anheuser-Busch Parks offers Active Duty Service Members free admission for them and up to 3 dependents to any of their parks once a year. Throughout 2010, members of the military and as many as three direct dependents may enter SeaWorld, Busch Gardens or Sesame Place parks with a single-day complimentary admission. The Here’s to the Heroes program is only available to Any active duty, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman. For more information and to register, visit: http://www.herosalute.com/states/overview.html.
Eligible parks include:
  • Adventure Island
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or Williamsburg
  • SeaWorld Orlando, San Diego, or San Antonio
  • Sesame Place
  • Water Country USA
  • Not valid at Discovery Cove and Aquatica. Christmas Town at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Va. is not included as part of this program.
This listing compiled by The Military Wallet visit them for even more dicscounts, events  and freebies for the Military Servicemen, Veterans and Active Duty .

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Shutterfly FREE Prints w/ Class Share

The perfect way for parents to share school memories
Get 30 FREE Prints when you share your kid's school pictures at Shutterfly.com and their classroom share site. It's the perfect way for parents and teachers to share school memories. The site features include: 

• 100% private photo sharing                                                               (password protected, unique URL, invitation only)
• Free, unlimited picture storage                                                        (they will never delete them)
• Convenient volunteer sign ups and teacher wish lists                             (c
alendars and email notifications)

This offer is valid through December 31st!!

Monday, October 18, 2010

Dove Self Esteem Weekend

Have you seen the map? 


Already it's filling up with blue doves, representing the amazing self-esteem activities being planned by women all over the country - real women just like you who want to inspire the girls in their lives to reach their full potential. 


All across the country, moms and daughters are pledging to spend time together making scrapbooks, discussing role models, and providing the next generation of women with the tools to build a positive relationship with beauty during the weekend of October 22-24. 
To make this the biggest day of self-esteem activity anyone has ever seen, various partners, grassroots organizations and real women come together to make a difference in the self-esteem of those we love the most. But Dove needs your help - will you commit to spending one hour with a girl in your life? 


Thursday, October 14, 2010

The NC State Fair is finally here!

The Fair, the fair, the unforgettable fair! Well it's finally here, the North Carolina State Fair kicks off today at 3pm and runs through Sunday, October 24th. With only one day (opening day) scheduled for rain showers, this year's fair should have plenty of comfortable fall days for people to enjoy.


I got a chance to go out to the fair on Wednesday to grab some grub as many do the day before. I noticed several new food oddities that's being sold: Deep fried Chips Ahoy cookies, Deep Fried Pecan Pie, Kool-Aid pickles, and Krispy Kreme bacon cheeseburgers! Not sure if any of these come with pepto bismol, but one would certainly hope so!! I'll just stick to my roasted corn and footlong chili dogs.     


If you're thinking I don't have a deal for you, think again. Get in the fair FREE on Thursday 10/21 for the annual Food Lion Hunger Relief Day where you get FREE admission for bringing out just 4 canned goods to donate to the food bank. Last year brought in almost 223,000 lbs of food. Let's see if that record can't be broken this year with your help! 


There's also Military Appreciation Day on Wednesday 10/20 which allows Active duty, reserve and National Guard service members or spouses with valid military ID to be admitted free along with four guests. The day will also feature special activities and concerts to recognize and show support to our service men and women. 

Friday, October 8, 2010

Free Go Green Night Kit for Teachers

Treat families to a night out packed with fun ways to live green and save energy.  This event focuses on educational activities and experiments to help fight climate change as well as other helpful environmental lessons such as the 3 R's: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. The whole family will have fun while learning to "go green"! Want your kit faster? You can also download the materials.

Thursday, October 7, 2010

Neighborhood News: Tennis Anyone?


The Raleigh's Parks and Rec Department has a six-week series of beginner tennis lessons for ages 6 - 18 starting October 30 at Lions Park.  Classes are Saturdays 9-10 am.  Cost is $48 for residents and $58 for non-residents. No experience is needed for this class!


If you're interested sign up! The course number is 100653 and the RecLink website is:  
http://reclink.raleighnc.gov/Activities/Activities.asp?SCheck=380585744&SDT=

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Neighborhood News: Brains & Bodies Workshop

Advocates for Health in Action will be hosting a Brains and Bodies Workshop October 12th from 10-12 at the Cameron Village Library.  The workshop is designed to provide parents with the knowledge and tools to generate ideas that create healthy changes in our schools.  If you would like to attend, please email Laura at laiken@wakemed.org

This notice received from: 

Laura Aiken, MA, MHA
Director, Advocates for Health in Action
Community Outreach, WakeMed Health & Hospitals
(919) 350-8366 (office)
(919) 630-2095 (cell)
www.advocatesforhealthinaction.org

Saturday, October 2, 2010

Coupon Booklet from Wendy's

Do you eat all the candy before the trick or treaters get to your house? Then this deal is for you!  The Wendy's Halloween coupon booklets are back!  For just $1 you get 10 coupons good for a FREE Jr. Frosty valid between 11/1/10 and 2/1/11. The proceeds benefit the Dave Thomas Foundation For Adoption.

Friday, October 1, 2010

BOGO: Kids' Night on Broadway


On Kids Night on Broadway, young people age 6-18 can see a participating Broadway show for free when accompanied by a full-paying adult. *Tickets must be purchased in multiples of two -- one for an adult and one for a child. Each ticket prints at half-price.*

You can choose from such great shows as Wicket, Mary Poppins, Fela! and The lion King.

Also there is a Kids' Night on Broadway - Special Halloween Edition in New York City takes place on October 31, 2010. Tickets are on sale now.  


Come Visit Raleigh in October!

The Raleigh area offers a bounty of events this October with a calendar full of performances, festivals, sporting events and family-friendly activities. There's so much to see this month, you'll want to start planning your getaway now! Take advantage of our Hot Deals and Special Offers at area hotels, restaurants and attractions, found only on www.visitRaleigh.com.


Celebrate What's Great

Free SpritOctober should be renamed Festober due to the wide variety of festivals taking place throughout the area this month. Have a family heritage from around the world? Check out the 25th Annual International Festival (10/1-3) at the Raleigh Convention Center. More than 45 countries are represented with dance, music, food and games. Cary’s Koka Booth Amphitheatre has a month filled with international-themed events including Garba Night (10/2), a spectacular form of Indian folk dance, theater and music,Indian Movie Night (10/8), the Eid Festival (10/9), a multi-ethnic "Festival without Borders," and the Cary Diwali Jashn (10/16), a festival of community and lights. The Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts is the place to be with a diverse roster of events. Raleigh’s hometown boy David Sedaris (10/9)brings his unique brand of comedy to town, while NBC’s Last Comic Standing Tour (10/29) makes a stop in Raleigh during its national road show. The Raleigh Convention Center goes on A Shopping Spree (10/20-24) where hundreds of food, clothing, entertainment and decorating vendors help you to set your own personal style. Get into the Halloween spirit with the cult-classicThe Rocky Horror Picture Show (10/28-31), and the N.C. Symphony gets spooky with Halloween Magic (10/30). Speaking of Halloween, get lost in more than two miles of corn rows at Ken’s Corny Corn Maze (10/15-16, 22-23, 29-31), and at night, beware as the maze turns into the Harvested Farm Nightmare (10/15-16, 22-23, 29-31). At the State Farmers Market, the color is orange as pumpkins of all shapes and sizes are displayed during the Great Pumpkin Contest (10/7). The RBC Center welcomes comedian Jeff Dunham (10/7) and financial guru Dave Ramsey (10/16). What would October be in Greater Raleigh without the NC State Fair (10/14-24)? Giant turkey legs, corn on a stick and fried Oreos, along with rides, games and agricultural exhibits will be at your fingertips during the state’s largest event. Stay until the end each night for a spectacular fireworks display, a celebration for all Greater Raleigh Free Spirits. Learn more

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Local Event: Downtown Scavenger Hunt 10/2

Hello CW22 Fans!!! 
If you don't have plans this weekend... then we have something fun for you, your friends, and your family to do right here in Downtown Raleigh! 

The R-Line Discover Downtown Scavenger Hunt wants you to Ride, Play, and Win on October 2, 2010. Team Registration starts at 11am at Seaboard Station off of Peace St. and the event is FREE FREE FREE!


In partnership with CW22, MyRDC, The Downtown Raleigh Alliance and Seaboard Station, the R-Line Discover Downtown Scavenger Hunt will provide a FREE to the public event with great prizes and gift cards!


How to Play: 
When:  October 2nd 11am-4pm
Where: Register @ Seaboard Station 
What You Need to Bring: a digital camera/camera phone and something to write with.
** You can register up to 4 people per team ***


Come out to support Try Transit Week, the R-Line, and Downtown Raleigh at this exciting event!

Grand Prize includes 4 Tickets to the Hurricanes game on November 11, 2010, a limo ride to and from the game, and dinner. 

Other great prizes for other qualifying teams!!! First 250 people to register get a Discover Downtown T-Shirt. 


--
C. Doug Sutton, Jr. 
Director of Marketing
CW22 and MyRDC 
919.872.2854 ext 3350
cdsutton@sbgnet.com 
Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/cdsutton
Twitter: @dougsutton

Historic Oak View Park Youth Fair Day

Come out Saturday, October 2, 2010, for a FREE event at Historic Oak View Park in Raleigh!
Youth Fair Day is part of the annual Heritage Day celebration at Historic Oak View Park and features youth arts, crafts and talent entries, as well as livestock and animal shows. The event is free and open to the public.  All ages are welcome!
Visit Youth Fair Day for more information and online registration.
October 2, 2010; 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 

Historic Oak View Park; 4028 Carya Drive, Raleigh, NC 


Saturday, September 25, 2010

Charities We Support: Chili's Donates Profits on 9/27

Monday Sept 27th Chili's will donate all profits to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Make this your weekly family dinner outing and help children in need while filling your tummy!

Wednesday, September 22, 2010

FREE: Admission to National Parks 9/25



Free admission to national parks this Saturday, September 25th!  Mark your calendars & go check for the participating locations in your area. Can't make it this weekend? There is another free admission on Veteran's Day, Nov. 11th.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Mom's Join and possibly win a Free Trip to Disney


Sign up to join the Disney Moms Panel and you could be getting a FREE trip to Disney in December! They are only accepting 20,ooo new applicants so HURRY and join up for this offer!

Thanks to Freebies4Mom for this offer.

Monday, September 13, 2010

Thursday, September 2, 2010

EVENT REMINDER: INAUGURAL AFRICAN-AMERICAN CULTURAL FESTIVAL

SEPTEMBER 4th and 5th at the RALEIGH CENTER PLAZA

Raleigh residents are invited to enjoy their Labor Day weekend at the first ever African American Cultural Festival. The festival will be a celebration of African-American art and culture and will be held on City Plaza , Charter Square and the 400 block of Fayetteville Street September 3 through September 5.

After a welcome reception on Friday, September 3, Saturday and Sunday will feature African-American arts and crafts, specialty items and food vendors. At City Plaza , the “main stage” will be filled with local, regional, and nationally recognized acts. Scheduled performers include: African American Dance Ensemble w/ Chuck Brown * John Brown Groove Shop Band * Kooley High * The Lee Boys * Marcus Anderson * Mixed Water * Sierra Leone Refuge All Stars * Soul Rebels Brass Band and more!
    Located adjacent to City Plaza at Charter Square will be the site of a family-friendly “village” featuring entertainers and performances. The day also will include educational and interactive programming for children highlighted by a performance by “Magic of African Rhythm.”

    For a complete list of performances and additional information, visit www.aacfralwake.org
    To volunteer, please email: volunteer@aacfralwake.org

    Tuesday, August 31, 2010

    Neighborhood News: Inaugural African-American Cultural Festival

    INAUGURAL AFRICAN-AMERICAN CULTURAL FESTIVAL 

    SEPTEMBER 3-5 ** the RALEIGH CENTER PLAZA

    Raleigh residents are invited to enjoy their Labor Day weekend at the first ever African American Cultural Festival. The festival will be a celebration of African-American art and culture and will be held on City Plaza , Charter Square and the 400 block of Fayetteville Street September 3 through September 5.

    After a welcome reception on Friday, September 3, Saturday and Sunday will feature African-American arts and crafts, specialty items and food vendors. At City Plaza , the “main stage” will be filled with local, regional, and nationally recognized acts. Scheduled performers include:
    • Chuck Davis and the African-American Dance Ensemble
    • The Sierra Leone Refugee All-Stars
    • The Soul Rebels Brass Band, and others 
    • Headliner act for the day will be Chuck Brown and His Large band

    Located adjacent to City Plaza at Charter Square will be the site of a family-friendly “village” featuring entertainers and performances. The day also will include educational and interactive programming for children highlighted by a performance by “Magic of African Rhythm.”

    For a complete list of performances and additional information, visit www.aacfralwake.org