Weekend Entertainment, Restaurant, & Retail Roundup

Entertainment:

*American Girl
Throughout the month of July at various locations, girls ages 8 and up can participate in various FREE events. Head over here to see the full list of dates and participating locations as well as a phone number to make reservations.

*Apple Camp
Apple stores are once again hosting Apple Camp for kids ages 8-12 throughout this summer! This FREE camp lasts 1 1/2 hours per day on 3 separate days and is available at Apple Retail Stores throughout the country. Go here for more details.

*Barnes & Noble
On Friday 7/17 at 7PM, become a certified Minion and attend Villain-con in their stores! On Saturday 7/18 at various times, attend Free Star Wars events. Go here for more details.

*Bass Pro Shops
Head over to your local Bass Pro Shops through July 26th they are offering up FREE Family Summer Camp Events including Catch & Release pond & photo download, Shooting Arcade, Casting Challenge, BB Shooting Range, and more!

*Camp Google
If you have kiddos around ages 7-10, you may want to check out Google’s FREE Online Summer Camps. Camp Google is a free 4-week summer camp that gets kids learning through fun, interactive science activities and adventures – each week is focused on a different topic like oceans (this week!) nature, space and music. And at the end of each week, kids can even earn badges for the activities they complete. Click HERE for more information.

*Disney Store
Through September 1st, attend the FREE Summer Play Days for store events including Art of Animation, Trivia, Story Time and Showtime. Stop by every week and receive a character button.

*Gander Mountain
Attend FREE Kid’s Workshops from 10AM-2PM each month this year with Crafts, Activities, Giveaways, and more!

*Family Christian
Now through August 27th, Family Christian Bookstore is kicking off their Summer Reading Program! Kids 12 years and younger can earn a FREE $10 off $10+ Savings Pass whenever they read and complete a Book Report form for six Christian books and bring in the forms to any Family Christian store! If you don’t live by a Family Christian store, you can submit your completed forms and mailing address to customerservice@familychristian.com.

*Fandango
This deal is back again if you missed it last week! While supplies last, hurry on over to Groupon where you can score a voucher for TWO Fandango Movie Tickets for ONLY $16 (up to a $26 value) and you can apply the credit towards the Fandango convenience fee. Even sweeter, you can use the promo code FUNTIMES and pay only $13.60 at checkout! This voucher is valid through December 31st, 2015 so there’s plenty of time to make use of it!

Or, if you’re planning to head to the movies TODAY, June 19th, and are a Visa Signature cardholder, then this deal is for you! Simply head on over here where you can snag 2-for-1 Fandango movie tickets to be used TODAY only. Chase Visa Signature cardholders can take advantage of an extended redemption window by purchasing tickets on Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays through August 21st for a Friday movie showing.

(To see the rest of the deals, click the link below “Read More / Post Your Comments”.)

*GoBowling
Head over to GoBowling.com where you can watch a short video and then click the link to request a coupon valid for a FREE game of bowling. Your coupon will be emailed to you and is valid thru 7/26. Limit one free game of bowling per person, per coupon, per day. Coupon is valid at participating centers on regular days of operation between the hours of 8:30AM and 5:30PM local time. Go here to locate a GoBowling center near you.

*GoFoBo
If you are interested in attending a FREE advanced movie screening of Southpaw starring Rachel McAdams and Jake Gyllenhaal (releases in theaters nationwide on July 24th), head on over here to see if there is one available in your city or a city nearby! Don’t wait to claim your spot as they will fill up quickly.

*Home Depot
Register NOW for the FREE Kids Workshop on August 1st, where kids can build a FREE Chalkboard Door Hanger. These workshops are designed for ages 5-12 and are offered the 1st Saturday at all The Home Depot stores between 9AM-12PM.

*Kids Bowl Free
Get your kiddos out of the house and keep them entertained all Summer long with the Kids Bowl Free Program! The 8th annual Kids Bowl Free program can be found at over 1,000 bowling centers in the US and Canada and is valid for kids ages 15 and under. Registration is 100% FREE – each child will snag coupons for 2 free games of bowling daily throughout the summer.

*Lakeshore Learning Store
On Saturday, July 18th from 11AM-3PM, kids can make a Jumpin’ Jellyfish! Go here for more details.

*Lowes
On Saturday, July 25th at 10AM, head on into Lowe’s where kids can build a FREE Hawkeye’s Quinjet! Be sure to register your kiddos now as spots tend to fill up quickly! If you’ve never attended one of these free Kid’s Clinics, check out my previous experience here.

*Michaels
Attend various Kids Club events for only $2 per child. Sessions start every half hour from 10AM-11:30AM. Go here for details.

*Microsoft YouthSpark Summer Camps
Microsoft retail stores are hosting YouthSpark Summer Camps for kids ages 8-13 throughout the summer. This FREE camp is divided into two age groups for beginner Game Coders (recommended for ages 8-11) and intermediate Game Coders (recommended for ages 8-11 or older). The camps are 2 hours a day, Monday-Thursday, and are available at Microsoft Retail Stores throughout the country.

*Williams Sonoma
Go here to check out FREE Junior Chef Classes and Technique Classes.

(Thanks, Free Stuff Times!)

*7-Eleven
Through 7/18, get a freebie every time you buy a cup of Coffee, Chillers Iced Coffee, Slurpee or Big Gulp and scan your 7-Eleven app. Go here for more information.

*Applebee’s
Mark your calendars! On Tuesday, July 21st, head to your local Applebee’s Restaurant for a FREE Appetizer Sampler of Churro S’mores and Sriracha Shrimp. Check out the Applebee’s Facebook page for more information.

*Baskin Robbins
All through the month of July, upgrade your double scoop of ice cream with a FREE freshly-baked waffle cone. And on July 31st, score 31% off all sundaes. Go here for more details.

*Carl’s Jr.
Print this new coupon for $1 off The Grilled Pork Chop Biscuit Combo – valid through 8/2.’

*Carvel
On July 19th, score Buy One, Get One Free cup or cone, soft serve only at participating locations.

*Cheesecake Factory
Mark your calendars! On July 29th and 30th, you can stop by your local Cheesecake Factory restaurant to snatch up ANY piece of Cheesecake for half price! This deal is valid for dine-in only and limited to one piece per guest. Head over to The Cheesecake Factory Facebook page for more information.

*Corner Bakery Cafe
If you live in GA, TX, UT or IL, be sure to head on over here to reserve a FREE Breakfast Power Flat with a side of Salsa at a participating Corner Bakery Cafe during the week of July 17th-23rd. You’ll be able to choose from Avocado & Spinach, Applewood Smoked Bacon, or Ham & Spinach  – NO purchase required! Just pick a location, date & time and then reserve! That’s it! Be sure to act fast as this offer is only available to a limited amount of eCafe members.

*Dippin’ Dots
On July 19th, get a FREE sample of the Redberry Sherbet at participating locations. Go here for details.

*Jack in the Box
Go here to print a coupon valid for $1 off Black Pepper Cheeseburger, valid thru 7/22.

*Krispy Kreme
Hurry on over here where you can snag a $20 voucher to Krispy Kreme for only $10 – valid on doughnuts and beverages! Keep in mind that this voucher is only valid at select locations across the country – just head here, scroll down and click on the “Valid Locations” link to view where this voucher can be used.

*Outback Steakhouse
Through 7/20, participating Outback Steakhouse restaurants are offering $5 off 2 Dinner Entrees (or get $2.50 off with the purchase of one adult entree). This coupon is valid for dinner only and can also be used on curbside take-away orders! NOTE – only one coupon per check and table is allowed.

*Red Robin
Purchase a $25 limited edition, movie themed gift card and get a FREE movie ticket to see Terminator Genisys (up to a $10 value). Go here for more details.

*See’s Candy
On July 20th, National Lollypop Day, See’s Candy is spreading their love for lollypops by offering FREE lollypops all day at each of its shops nationwide – no coupon needed. To locate a store near you, go here.

*Smashburger
Head on over here to possibly score a coupon valid for $2 off a Smashburger purchase of $5 or more! Please note that this offer is not available in all areas, so you’ll need to enter your zip code to see if this offer is going on near you.

*Sonic
Through September 1st, Sonic is offering up 1/2 price Real Ice Cream Shakes after 8PM.

(Thanks, Savings Done Simply & Mission to Save!)

Retail Coupons & Deals:

*A.C. Moore
Score coupons for 50% off one regular price item – valid thru 7/18, 20% off total Studio & Premier canvas purchase – valid thru 7/18, 15% off total sale and regular ready-made frame purchase – valid thru 7/18, 20% off total sale & regular Stitch Studio by Nicole purchase – valid thru 7/18. Coupons are located in the weekly ad, OR you can print them here by clicking on the “Coupons” tab.

*Best Buy
Mark your calendars! On July 24th and 25th, Best Buy will be having a Black Friday in July sale and you’ll be able to shop in-stores and online for great Black Friday deals! Rumor has it that they’ll be offering up various deals on computers, appliances, home theater, cameras, fitness tech, accessories, and so much more. Don’t worry – I’ll be sure to post a reminder as the date draws nearer!

*Hobby Lobby
Save 40% off one item at regular price with this coupon – valid thru 7/18.

*Jo-Ann Fabric
Print a coupon for 25% off your entire purchase and 65% off entire custom framing order – valid thru 8/1.

*Kohl’s
Kohl’s has released a new $10 off $50 Home Purchase coupon valid in-stores or online w/the promo code HOME10 (valid thru 8/1).

*Macy’s
If you’re planning to do some shopping this weekend, be sure to take advantage of Macy’s $10 off a $25 Sale & Clearance Apparel & Home Items WOW! Pass valid until 1PM on 7/17 and until 3PM on 7/18 and 7/19 (or shop online with code SUP25). You can also print a 20% Off WOW! Pass which includes select sale and clearance fine & fashion jewelry, apparel for him, her & kids valid through 7/19 (or shop online and use code SUPER)! NOTE that exclusions apply so be sure to read the fine print.

*Michaels
Through Saturday, July 18th, score an extra 25% off your entire purchase at Michaels both in-store & online – including sale items! 🙂 Just go here to print your coupon or pull it up on your smartphone while shopping or you can select the ‘Text to Phone’ option to receive it via text message. If you’d like to shop online, be sure to use the promo code CELEBRATE25 for 25% off your entire purchase at checkout.

*Sherwin Williams
The popular Sherwin Williams 4-Day Super Sale starts today! For 4 days only, score 40% off all paints and stains AND 30% off painting supplies. Before you head out, head on over here and sign up for the Sherwin Williams Paint Perks program and snag a coupon via email for $10 off your $50 in-store purchase!

Even sweeter, head on over here and sign up for the Sherwin Williams Paint Perks program. Just for signing up, you’ll receive a coupon via email for $10 off your $50 in-store purchase! And, you’ll receive a special gift for your home anniversary via email!

*The Home Depot
Join The Home Depot’s Promo Text Program to receive $5 off your purchase of $50 or more.

*Ulta
Go here to print a $3.50 off $10 purchase coupon, valid through July 25th.

*Yankee Candle
Head on over here (or here) to print this new $10 off a $25 Purchase Yankee Candles in-store coupon, valid thru July 19th. Keep in mind that you may be able to use this coupon at other stores besides Yankee candle (excludes outlet stores, Kohl’s, Staples, Meijer, Target, Yankee Candle Fundraising, and Collegiate Fan Candles). If you plan to shop online, be sure to enter code JULY25 to get $10 off your $25 purchase.