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Monday, May 14, 2012

FREE Storytimes at Urban Pirates, Plus Discounted Tix

Listen up, landlubbers! Starting June 8, Baltimore's Urban Pirates will have two opportunities for you each and every week throughout the summer for FREE pirate stories, games, songs, and more!

Each Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m., climb aboard The Fearless pirate ship while it's docked at the Ann St. Pier in Fell's Point. Each week will bring new activties and entertainment, so visit throughout the summer. Be sure to aaarrrrggghhh-ive early, as The Fearless can only hold up to 49 passengers. No reservations required.

Then, following storytime, you can take advantage of 25% off tickets for a pirate adventure cruise on the Inner Harbor at 10 a.m. All tickets are just $15. Reservations are required for this option.
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Friday, April 20, 2012

Weekend Outlook - April 20-22, 2012

Here are Economoms' picks for the best budget-conscious family activities in the Baltimore area, Friday, April 20 through Sunday, April 22, 2012:

All Weekend
Friday
  • $2 Family Fun Night - Port Discovery 4-7 p.m. Each third Friday of the month, admission is just $2 per person.
  • Hello Dolly - Slayton House Theatre in Columbia, Friday and Saturday, 7-9 p.m. $11 per person.
Saturday
Sunday
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Friday, April 13, 2012

Weekend Outlook - April 13-15, 2011

Here are Economoms' picks for the best budget-conscious family activities in the Baltimore area over the long weekend, Friday, April 13 through Sunday, April 15, 2012:
All Weekend
Friday
Saturday
  • 33% Off at Bunnyland - Butler's Orchard in Germantown, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday ONLY. $20 for a family four-pack.
  • Great Scale Model Train Show - Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium. Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $9 per person and good for both days, under 15 FREE.
  • Cherrybration Days - Clark's Elioak Farm in Columbia, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. All families will get a FREE hayride if at least one member is dressed as a princess!
  • Drop-In Art Activity at the Walters - Every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A different theme each month. April's theme is From the Jungles to the Mountains. FREE!
  • Storytime with Miss Bonnie - Greetings and Readings in Hunt Valley, 11 a.m. each Saturday. Also Wednesdays at 11 a.m.
  • Open Cockpit Season Begins - Martin State Airport in Middle River, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Board a 1952 passenger airliner to discover air travel 60 years ago. FREE!
  • Clifford the Big Red Dog's 50th Birthday Celebration - Port Discovery, noon-3 p.m. Special activities FREE with regular museum admission.
  • Wildflower Walk - Robert E. Lee Park in Baltimore, 2 p.m. FREE!
  • Hello Dolly - Slayton House Theatre in Columbia, Friday and Saturday, 7-9 p.m. $11 per person. 
Sunday
  • Baltimore Farmer's Market - Every Sunday underneath the Jones Falls Expressway at Holliday & Saratoga streets, 7 a.m.-noon.
  • Drop-In Art Activity at the Walters - Every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A different theme each month. April's theme is From the Jungles to the Mountains. FREE!
  • Cherrybration Days - Clark's Elioak Farm in Columbia, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. All families will get a FREE hayride if at least one member is dressed as a princess!
  • Happy Kids Cooking and Craft - Greenberries in Columbia, 11 a.m.-noon. Earth Day theme. FREE!
  • "Signs" of Spring - Irvine Nature Center in Owings Mills, 1-2:30 p.m. Hike the trails and pick up some basic sign language. FREE for members, $10 for non-members.
  • Family Sunday at the BMA - Every Sunday, 2-5 p.m. A different theme each month. Aprils's theme is Spring in the American Wing. FREE!
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Wednesday, April 11, 2012

FREE Popcorn this Weekend!

Planning to see the Hunger Games or Mirror Mirror this weekend? Grab this coupon for a FREE small popcorn from AMC Theatres Friday, April 13 through Sunday, April 15. No other purchase is necessary; deal valid while supplies last. In order to get the coupon, you must "like" AMC Theatres' Facebook page. There are 10 AMC Theatres in Maryland, including complexes at White Marsh, Owings Mills, and Columbia. Enjoy!
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Friday, April 6, 2012

Weekend Outlook - April 6-9, 2012

It's Easter weekend! Here are Economoms' picks for the best budget-conscious family activities in the Baltimore area over the long weekend, Friday, April 6 through Monday, April 9, 2012:

All Weekend
  • 17 Easter Events - Including Ride the Rails with the B&O Easter Bunny, Milburn Orchards Egg Hunts, Cromwell Valley Park Easter Egg Hunt, kids eat FREE at Applebee's, and lots more!
  • Discounts to 16 Family-Friendly Baltimore Attractions - Use anytime throughout 2012 to places like Port Discovery, the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, Urban Pirates, and more!
Saturday
  • Drop-In Art Activity at the Walters - Every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A different theme each month. April's theme is From the Jungles to the Mountains. FREE!
  • Storytime with Miss Bonnie - Greetings and Readings in Hunt Valley, 11 a.m. each Saturday. Also Wednesdays at 11 a.m.
  • Rapunzel - Puppet Co. Playhouse in Glen Echo, 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. showtimes on Saturday and Sunday. $10 per ticket.
Sunday
  • Baltimore Farmer's Market - Every Sunday underneath the Jones Falls Expressway at Holliday & Saratoga streets, 7 a.m.-noon.
  • Drop-In Art Activity at the Walters - Every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A different theme each month. April's theme is From the Jungles to the Mountains. FREE!
  • Train Rides at Leakin Park - Second Sunday of each month. FREE, but donations encouraged.
  • Rapunzel - Puppet Co. Playhouse in Glen Echo, 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. showtimes on Saturday and Sunday. $10 per ticket.
  • Family Sunday at the BMA - Every Sunday, 2-5 p.m. A different theme each month. Aprils's theme is Spring in the American Wing. FREE!
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Friday, March 30, 2012

Weekend Outlook - March 30-April 1, 2012

Here are Economoms' picks for the best budget-conscious family activities in the Baltimore area, March 30 through April 1, 2012. Happy April Fools!

All Weekend
  • 12 Easter Events - Including Eco-Easter Playdate at aMuse Toys on Friday evening, Milburn Orchards Egg Hunt all weekend, Spring Hunt at Robert E. Lee Park, and lots more!
Saturday
  • 10th Annual Fairy Tale Festival - Enoch Pratt Free Library, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Crafts, magic, and lots of fairy tale fun for the whole family. Dress up like a prince or princess and get your photo taken in a royal throne. FREE!
  • Opening Weekend at Clark's Elioak Farm - 10th anniversary. Saturday and Sunday. Petting zoo, pony rides, children's book signing. $5 per person, plus additional charges based on attractions.
  • Drop-In Art Activity at the Walters - Every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A different theme each month. March's theme is Animales! FREE!
  • Happy Birthday, Mr. Punch - Towson Library, 10:30 a.m. featuring a family program consisting of clever comedy magic, an organ grinder's music box and a laugh-out-loud puppet show. FREE!
  • The Nicolo Whimsey Show - Perry Hall Library, 11 a.m. featuring Nicolo the Jester combining pantomime, circus skills, comedy, music and more in this arts extravaganza. FREE! 
  • Storytime with Miss Bonnie - Greetings and Readings in Hunt Valley, 11 a.m. each Saturday. Also Wednesdays at 11 a.m.
  • Rapunzel - Puppet Co. Playhouse in Glen Echo, 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. showtimes on Saturday and Sunday. $10 per ticket.
  • Clever Rachel Play by the Pumpkin Theatre - St. Timothy's. Saturday and Sunday, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. $15 per person.
Sunday
  • Baltimore Farmer's Market - Opening day of the 2012 season! Every Sunday underneath the Jones Falls Expressway at Holliday & Saratoga streets, 7 a.m.-noon.
  • Opening Weekend at Clark's Elioak Farm - 10th anniversary. Saturday and Sunday. Petting zoo, pony rides, children's book signing. $5 per person, plus additional charges based on attractions.
  • Drop-In Art Activity at the Walters - Every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A different theme each month. March's theme is Animales! FREE!
  • Rapunzel - Puppet Co. Playhouse in Glen Echo, 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. showtimes on Saturday and Sunday. $10 per ticket.
  • Fairy Tale Extravaganza - Enoch Pratt Free Library, 1-3 p.m. Authors of versions of Chicken Little and The Red Hen will be on hand to share their love of folk tales. FREE!
  • Whose Baby? - Irvine Nature Center, 1 p.m. $10 for non-members, FREE for members. Many animal babies are popping up everywhere, but who is who?
  • Clever Rachel Play by the Pumpkin Theatre - St. Timothy's. Saturday and Sunday, 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. $15 per person.
  • Family Sunday at the BMA - Every Sunday, 2-5 p.m. A different theme each month. Aprils's theme is Spring in the American Wing. FREE!
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Friday, March 23, 2012

Weekend Outlook - March 23-25, 2012

My own little munchkin enjoying the outdoors ...
And that's ALWAYS free weekend fun!
Here are Economoms' picks for the best budget-conscious family activities in the Baltimore area, March 23-25, 2012:

All Weekend
Friday
  • The Gathering at the Maryland SPCA - Falls Road in Hampden, 5-8 p.m. Baltimore's food trucks rally to provide you dinner, drinks, and desserts all in support of the SPCA! Admission is FREE!
  • Fridays After Five, Prices Take a Dive - Last Friday of the season! At the National Aquarium and the Maryland Science Center. Admission is $8. Dolphin shows or 4-D experiences at the Aquarium are $4. IMAX shows and Planetarium presentations are FREE at the Science Center. 
Saturday
Sunday

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Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Frugal, Fun and Eggcellent! Easter 2012 Activities for the Whole Family

Here's a round-up of the best budget-conscious 2012 Easter events in the Baltimore area. All activities listed are under $10 per person or absolutely FREE! Keep checking back often as we'll update this list with new events as we hear about them. We hope you have a very "hoppy" holiday!

Saturday, March 24
Friday, March 30
  • Y Spring Eggstravaganza - All Maryland Family Center Y's. Dates and times vary by location over Friday, March 30-Sunday, April 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, Egg Hunt, games, crafts and more. FREE to Y members, $5 per child, or $10 per family.
  • Eco-Easter Playdate - aMuse Toys Quarry Lake location, 5-8 p.m. Pizza, drinks, games, egg dyeing, face painting, raffle prizes, and more. FREE!
Saturday, March 31
  • Downtown Baltimore Family Alliance's 5th Annual Egg Hunt - Patterson Park, 9 a.m. FREE!
  • Family Easter Egg Hunt - 9:30-11:30 a.m. Central Presbyterian Church in Towson. FREE!
  • Y Spring Eggstravaganza - All Maryland Family Center Y's. Dates and times vary by location over Friday, March 30-Sunday, April 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, Egg Hunt, games, crafts and more. FREE to Y members, $5 per child, or $10 per family.
  • Milburn Orchards Egg Hunt - 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny, games, hayrides, farmyard playground, and petting zoo. $6 per child, $3 per adult, infants FREE. Also available April 1, 5, 6, 7, and 9.
  • Spring Hunt - Robert E. Lee Park in Baltimore, 1-3 p.m. $3 per person. Registration required by March 28. Call 410-887-4156.
Sunday, April 1
  • Y Spring Eggstravaganza - All Maryland Family Center Y's. Dates and times vary by location over Friday, March 30-Sunday, April 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, Egg Hunt, games, crafts and more. FREE to Y members, $5 per child, or $10 per family.
  • Milburn Orchards Egg Hunt - 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny, games, hayrides, farmyard playground, and petting zoo. $6 per child, $3 per adult, infants FREE. Also available March 31, April 5, 6, 7, and 9.
  • Using Plant Dyes to Color Eggs - Cylburn Arboretum in Baltimore, 1-3 p.m. Roots, nuts and flowers are just a few common natural ways to get many colors. $5 per person. Reservations required. Call 410-367-2217, x104.
  • Spring Bulb Show Children's Activities - Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens in Baltimore, 1:30-3:30p.m. Make bead or hemp friendship bracelets, read spring flower books, do color sheets, and make tissue paper bunnies
  • Natural Baskets - Robert E. Lee Park in Baltimore, 2 p.m. Using natural materials, create your own spring basket. Ages 12 and up. $5 per person. Registration required by March 28. Call 410-887-4156.
Thursday, April 5
  • Milburn Orchards Egg Hunt - 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny, games, hayrides, farmyard playground, and petting zoo. $6 per child, $3 per adult, infants FREE. Also available March 31, April 1, 6, 7, and 9.
Friday, April 6
  • Ride the Rails with the B&O Easter Bunny - B&O Railroad Museum. Train departures at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. $3 per adult and $2 per child with museum admission. Also available Saturday, April 7.
  • Milburn Orchards Egg Hunt - 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny, games, hayrides, farmyard playground, and petting zoo. $6 per child, $3 per adult, infants FREE. Also available March 31, April 1, 5, 7, and 9.
Saturday, April 7
  • Community Easter Egg Hunt and Craft Morning - St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Frederick, 10 a.m.
  • Cromwell Valley Park Easter Egg Hunt - Sherwood Farm at Cromwell Valley Park in Towson, 10 a.m. FREE!
  • NEW! Easter Egg Hunt -  Bear Creek Elementary School in Dundalk, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $1 per person or a nonperishable food donation.
  • Egg Hunt Weekend - Clark's Elioak Farm. Egg hunts beginning at 10:30 a.m. and running through 3:30 p.m. Also available Sunday, April 8 (Easter).
  • Ride the Rails with the B&O Easter Bunny - B&O Railroad Museum. Train departures at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. $3 per adult and $2 per child with museum admission. Also available Friday, April 6.
  • Milburn Orchards Egg Hunt - 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Egg hunts, visits with the Easter Bunny, games, hayrides, farmyard playground, and petting zoo. $6 per child, $3 per adult, infants FREE. Also available March 31, April 1, 5, 6, and 9.
  • NEW! Community Easter Egg Hunt - St. Timothy's Church in Catonsville, noon-2 p.m.
    For children ages 10 and younger with games, prizes and candy.
  • NEW! Easter Eggstravaganza - Baltimore Humane Society in Reisterstown, noon-3 p.m. Both kids and pets are invited to this Easter celebration. Parents can snap photos of their children and beloved pets with the Easter Bunny. Kids can hunt for eggs and play the I Spy Cat Detective game.
  • NEW! Easter Egg Hunt - Hawks Hill Creamery, noon-6 p.m. $1 per child. Food, crafts, hayrides, farm animals.
  • Spring Easter Egg Roll - Rose Hill Manor Park and Children's Museum in Frederick, 1-4 p.m. Games, crafts, and egg roll. $5 per child. Pre-registration suggested.Call 301-600-2936.
Sunday, April 8 (Easter)
  • NEW! Easter Sunrise Service - Irvine Nature Center, 6:30 a.m. FREE! Irvine will provide hot drinks and a beautiful hillside facing east. Bring chairs or blankets for comfort if desired.
  • Egg Hunt Weekend - Clark's Elioak Farm. Egg hunts beginning at 10:30 a.m. and running through 2:30 p.m. Also available Saturday, April 7.
  • NEW! Exploration Station - Rawlings Conservatory, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Children see how tulips, daffodils, onions, and banana plants are similar. They learn about modified plant parts as they make a flowering bulb plant. Children also make tissue paper bunnies for Easter. FREE!
  • Kids Eat FREE at Applebee's - All day on Easter, with the purchase of an adult entree.
Monday, April 9
Friday, April 13
  • NEW! HOP Moving Showing - Partnership Activity Hall in Laurel, 7 p.m. "HOP," a blend of state-of-the-art animation with live action, tells the comic tale of Fred, an out-of-work slacker who accidentally injures the Easter Bunny. Bring a blanket, cuddle up with your family at a night out at the movies. FREE!
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Thursday, March 8, 2012

Weekend Outlook - March 9-11, 2012

Here are Economoms' picks for the best budget-conscious family activities in the Baltimore area, March 9 through 11, 2012:

All Weekend
Friday
  • Fridays After Five, Prices Take a Dive - At the National Aquarium and the Maryland Science Center through March 23, 2012. Admission is $8. Dolphin shows or 4-D experiences at the Aquarium are $4. IMAX shows and Planetarium presentations are FREE at the Science Center. In February, the Aquarium is celebrating Black History Month furing Fridays After Five.
Saturday
Sunday
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Monday, March 5, 2012

RSVP Now for this Weekend's Shamrock Shindig!

This ain't the St. Patty's Day festival of your college days! It's a family-friendly celebration of the Irish, fun for BOTH kids and adults!

The Waterfront Partnership's Shamrock Shindig is scheduled for this Sunday, March 11 from noon-2 p.m., immediately preceding Baltimore's 57th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. Word on the street is that spots for this special event are limited, so RSVP now to beth@waterfrontpartnership.org. Best of all, it's FREE! See below for details.

May the luck of the Irish be with you! I hope there's room for all of you!

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Thursday, March 1, 2012

Weekend Outlook - March 2-4, 2012

Thinking Spring!
It's March! Here are Economoms' picks for the best budget-conscious family activities in the Baltimore area, March 2 through 4, 2012:

All Weekend
  • IMAX Film Festival - Maryland Science Center through March 1. Six films rotate through the festival. $12 per person (for IMAX show only, does not include museum admission). Or purchase a five movie pass for $30.
Friday
  • 66% Off Red Zone Adventures - 12 rounds of mini-golf, laser tag and laser maze for 4 people, including a large pizza and a pitcher of soda for just $25! Wowzas!
  • First Friday in Hampden - On the first Friday of every month, Hampden shops stay open late, offer entertainment, and provide cheap eats and drink specials. Up and down The Avenue (36th St.)  
  • Fridays After Five, Prices Take a Dive - At the National Aquarium and the Maryland Science Center through March 23, 2012. Admission is $8. Dolphin shows or 4-D experiences at the Aquarium are $4. IMAX shows and Planetarium presentations are FREE at the Science Center. In February, the Aquarium is celebrating Black History Month furing Fridays After Five.
  • Friday Night Stargazing - Maryland Science Center, 5:30-9 p.m. every Friday through January 27, weather permitting. FREE! Friday After Five admission is NOT required to participate.
Saturday
  • Pancake Breakfast - Oregon Ridge Lodge, 8 a.m.-noon. Celebrate the end of maple sugar season! $7 for adults, $3 for children.
  • Spanish Lessons for Kids - Long Reach Community Center in Columbia. Every Saturday, 9:30-11 a.m. through March 10. Includes music, games, arts, and crafts in addition to language education. FREE!
  • FREE Admission to the American Visionary Art Museum - For Bank of America cardholders thanks to their Museums on Us program both Saturday and Sunday. The AVAM is currently featuring the All Things Round exhibit! Please note: The Reginald F. Lewis Museum for African American History is no longer participating in this the Museums on Us Program.
  • Drop-In Art Activity at the Walters - Every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A different theme each month. March's theme is Animales! FREE!
  • Maryland Home and Garden Show - Maryland State Fairgrounds. Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $12 per adult, children FREE. Also available Friday March 9 through Sunday, March 11.
  • FREE Milkshake Concert - Park School, 11 a.m.
  • Brownie Girl Scout Museum Day: Can You Dig It? - Walters Art Museum, 1-3 p.m. FREE! Participants receive badges. Cub Scout Day is Sunday.
Sunday
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Friday, February 24, 2012

Weekend Outlook - February 24-26, 2012

Here are Economoms' picks for the best budget-conscious family activities in the Baltimore area this weekend, February 24-26, 2012:

All Weekend
  • Half-Price Zoo Admission - Friday through Monday. This is the last weekend to take advantage of this deal! 
  • Save $10 on Aquarium Admission - Through February. Only valid on two "Total Experience" tickets purchased online.
  • The 36th Annual American Craft Council Show - Baltimore Convention Center. Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-5p.m. $16 for adults, or 3 day pass for $30. Children under 12 FREE! Admission after 5 p.m. on Friday is $5.
  • IMAX Film Festival - Maryland Science Center through March 1. Six films rotate through the festival. $12 per person (for IMAX show only, does not include museum admission). Or purchase a five movie pass for $30.
Friday
  • Fridays After Five, Prices Take a Dive - At the National Aquarium and the Maryland Science Center through March 23, 2012. Admission is $8. Dolphin shows or 4-D experiences at the Aquarium are $4. IMAX shows and Planetarium presentations are FREE at the Science Center. In February, the Aquarium is celebrating Black History Month furing Fridays After Five.
  • Friday Night Stargazing - Maryland Science Center, 5:30-9 p.m. every Friday through January 27, weather permitting. FREE! Friday After Five admission is NOT required to participate.
  • Cafe Hon on Kitchen Nightmares - WBFF Fox 45 at 8 p.m. FREE! (I'm so excited to see this train-wreck!)
Saturday
Sunday
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Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Spring 2012 Foodie Freebies!

Around here we love when things are FREE ... especially when it's food! Check out these foodie freebies you can grab over the next couple months. Mark your calendars so you don't forget! And check back often, as we'll be adding more deals throughout the spring.
  • EXPIRED! FREE Peppercorn Shrimp at Panda Express February 22 only. Click here to print your coupon. Click here for locations.
  • EXPIRED! If you don't feel like cooking tonight, Chili's is offering a FREE kids meal with the purchase of each adult entree. Go here for your coupon. Valid February 22 only. (And don't forget Economoms has lot of kids dining deals here)
  • EXPIRED! Tuesday, February 28 is National Pancake Day. In celebration, IHOP is giving out a FREE short stack of pancakes! Click here for the details.
  • EXPIRED! Several restaurants are offering Leap Year specials! According to Get Social Baltimore, on Wednesday, Feb. 29, you can buy one get one FREE on cookies at Atwater's, bagel sandwiches at Einsten Bros., and drinks at Caribou. Plus, FREE cookie with any purchase at Subway.
  • EXPIRED! What will you choose? Original or cinnamon sugar? Either is delish at Auntie Anne's FREE pretzel day! Grab one Saturday, March 3, no coupon necessary.
  • EXPIRED! Here's another Chili's deal! Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entree, Monday, March 5 through Wednesday, March 7. Yummm ...
  • Now through March 14 go BOGO at Coldstone Creamery. That's right, buy one at regular price and get one FREE! Click here to print your coupon.
  • The most sure-fire way to know spring has sprung is Rita's giveaway of FREE Italian Ices on the first day of spring! That dates falls on March 20 this year. Click here to learn more.
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Saturday, February 18, 2012

Weekend Outlook - President's Day Weekend Edition

Here are Economoms' picks for the best budget-conscious family activities in the Baltimore area for the long President's Day weekend, from February 18-20, 2012:

All Weekend
  • FREE Breakfast at IKEA - Saturday, Sunday, and Monday before 11 a.m.
  • Babies R Us Great Trade-In Event - Ends Monday. Trade in used baby equipment and get 25% off your purchase of new equipment. Get 30% off six special items.
  • IMAX Film Festival - Maryland Science Center through March 1. Six films rotate through the festival. $12 per person (for IMAX show only, does not include museum admission). Or purchase a five movie pass for $30.
Saturday
  • The Great Backyard Bird Count - Robert E Lee Park in Baltimore, 8 a.m.-noon Saturday and Sunday. FREE!
  • Spanish Lessons for Kids - Long Reach Community Center in Columbia. Every Saturday, 9:30-11 a.m. through March 10. Includes music, games, arts, and crafts in addition to language education. FREE!
  • Drop-In Art Activity at the Walters - Every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A different theme each month. February's theme is Patterns and Prints. FREE!
  • KERPLUNK! Drop-In Art - The Creative Alliance at the Patterson, noon-3 p.m. Also will be offered Saturday, Feb. 25. FREE!
  • Bye Bye Birdie - St. James Academy, 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. showtimes.
Sunday
Monday
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Friday, February 10, 2012

Weekend Outlook - February 10-12, 2012

Here are Economoms' picks for the best budget-conscious family activities in the Baltimore area from February 10-12, 2012:

All Weekend
  • 2012 Motor Trend International Auto Show - Baltimore Convention Center. Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m .-7 p.m. Adults, $10; kids 7-12, $4; 6 and under, FREE!
  • IMAX Film Festival - Maryland Science Center through March 1. Six films rotate through the festival. $12 per person (for IMAX show only, does not include museum admission). Or purchase a five movie pass for $30.
Friday
  • Fridays After Five, Prices Take a Dive - At the National Aquarium and the Maryland Science Center through March 23, 2012. Admission is $8. Dolphin shows or 4-D experiences at the Aquarium are $4. IMAX shows and Planetarium presentations are FREE at the Science Center. In February, the Aquarium is celebrating Black History Month furing Fridays After Five.
  • Friday Night Stargazing - Maryland Science Center, 5:30-9 p.m. every Friday through January 27, weather permitting. FREE! Friday After Five admission is NOT required to participate.  
  • The Full Sap Moon Hike Nike - Oregon Ridge Nature Center in Cockeysville, 6-8 p.m. $2 members, $3 non-members.
Saturday
Sunday
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Friday, February 3, 2012

Weekend Outlook - February 3-5, 2012

Here are Economoms' picks for the best budget-conscious family activities in the Baltimore area from February 3-5, 2012:

All Weekend
  • IMAX Film Festival - Maryland Science Center through March 1. Six films rotate through the festival. $12 per person (for IMAX show only, does not include museum admission). Or purchase a five movie pass for $30.
Friday
  • Fridays After Five, Prices Take a Dive - At the National Aquarium and the Maryland Science Center through March 23, 2012. Admission is $8. Dolphin shows or 4-D experiences at the Aquarium are $4. IMAX shows and Planetarium presentations are FREE at the Science Center. In February, the Aquarium is celebrating Black History Month furing Fridays After Five.
  • Friday Night Stargazing - Maryland Science Center, 5:30-9 p.m. every Friday through January 27, weather permitting. FREE! Friday After Five admission is NOT required to participate.  
  • First Friday Nature Sphere - Robinson Nature Center in Columbia. Showtimes at 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. $6 per person.
Saturday
Sunday
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Friday, January 27, 2012

Weekend Outlook - January 27-29, 2012

Here are Economoms' picks for the best budget-conscious family activities in the Baltimore area from January 27-29, 2012:

All Weekend
  • World of Pets Expo - Maryland State Fairgrounds. Friday, 2-8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Adults $10, children 5 and up $5, under 5 FREE.
  • Baltimore City Restaurant Week - Goes through Sunday, Jan. 29.
  • Recycle Your Christmas Tree for FREE Mulch - Offered through Saturday at the Reedbird Ave. Citizen Drop-Off Center, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • IMAX Film Festival - Maryland Science Center through March 1. Six films rotate through the festival. $12 per person (for IMAX show only, does not include museum admission). Or purchase a five movie pass for $30.
Friday
  • Open Houses at My Gym Columbia and My Gym Owings Mills - 4-7 p.m. Games, relays, songs, dance, gymnastics, puppets and more. FREE! Special Open House only discounts when you register for sessions. For kids up to age 10.
  • Fridays After Five, Prices Take a Dive - At the National Aquarium and the Maryland Science Center through March 23, 2012. Admission is $8. Dolphin shows or 4-D experiences at the Aquarium are $4. IMAX shows and Planetarium presentations are FREE at the Science Center. 
  • Friday Night Stargazing - Maryland Science Center, 5:30-9 p.m. every Friday through January 27, weather permitting. FREE! Friday After Five admission is NOT required to participate.  
Saturday
  • Lowe's Build and Grow Clinic - All Lowe's locations, 10 a.m. This Saturday, your kids can complete a Build-o-saurus kit. Sign up online. FREE!
  • Australia Day Celebration - National Aquarium in Baltimore, 10 a.m.-noon, in the Australia exhibit. FREE with Aquarium admission. 
  • Drop-In Art Activity at the Walters - Every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A different theme each month. January's theme is Dragon Tales and Scales. FREE!
  • Hot Chocolate Walk - Cylburn Arboretum, 11 a.m. Reservations required. Call 410-367-2217. Members $5 or $20 per family. 
  • LEGO Day - Auburn School in Lutherville, 1:30-4:30 p.m. For ages 5-12. Reservations required. Call 410-321-4799. FREE!
  • Treasure Map Play Date - aMuse Toys Quarry Lake location, 2-4 p.m. FREE!
Sunday
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Thursday, January 19, 2012

Weekend Outlook - January 20-22, 2012

It's the AFC Championship weekend! GO RAVENS! Other than watching the big game on Sunday at 3 p.m., here are Economoms' picks for the best budget-conscious family activities in the Baltimore area from January 20-22, 2012:

All Weekend
Friday
  • Get Fit Family Event - All family center Y's throughout Maryland, various times throughout the day and eveninf depending on location. Zumba, obstacle courses, snacks. FREE for members or $10 per family.
  • $2 Family Fun Night at Port Discovery - The third Friday of each month from 4-7 p.m., admission is just $2 per person.
  • Fridays After Five, Prices Take a Dive - At the National Aquarium and the Maryland Science Center through March 23, 2012. Admission is $8. Dolphin shows or 4-D experiences at the Aquarium are $4. IMAX shows and Planetarium presentations are FREE at the Science Center. 
  • Friday Night Stargazing - Maryland Science Center, 5:30-9 p.m. every Friday through January 27, weather permitting. FREE! Friday After Five admission is NOT required to participate.  
Saturday
  • Zumbatomic Launch Party - University Fitness at the Overlea Event Center, 10 a.m. Zumba for kids, plus meet Mickey Mouse, FREE mini mani/pedis, crafts, and games.FREE!
  • Chinese New Year Celebration - Port Discovery, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. FREE with museum admission.
  • Drop-In Art Activity at the Walters - Every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A different theme each month. January's theme is Dragon Tales and Scales. FREE!
  • Orioles FanFest - Baltimore Convention Center, 11 a.m. Adults $10, children and seniors $5.
Sunday

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Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Ravens Deals and Events Extended, Plus New Ones Added!

The Baltimore Ravens take on the New England Patriots to vie for the AFC Division Championship this Sunday! Many of the same deals we told you about last week have been extended, plus some new ones have been added to!
  • Available again this Friday! Wear purple to the National Aquarium in Baltimore on Friday, Jan. 20 and save $5 on admission before 5 p.m.! Only valid for in-person ticket purchases. And don't forget, if you can't make it during the day, prices take a dive to just $8 per person after 5 p.m. on Fridays!
  • The Purple Fridays Caravan will continue its trek around Baltimore this Friday, generating purple fever wherever it goes! Click here for locations and times.
  • Here's a new event! County Executive Kevin Kamenetz has temporarily renamed the plaza outside Baltimore County Circuit Court "Ravens Plaza." At 12:30 p.m. on Friday, the county will hold a pep rally on Friday, at which fans will gather for a Purple Friday photo.
  • Having a playoff party? Purple up your house! Radebaugh Florist has extended their FREE delivery promotion on all Ravens arrangements purchased online. Use promo code RAVENS at checkout.Valid through Saturday, Jan. 21.
  • Show your support for Joe Flacco's Fu-Man-Chu by purchasing a Ravens Fanstache! The fuzzy, purple stick-on mustaches are only $5 each, and $1 from each sale goes to Living Classrooms Foundation. Check Fanstache's Facebook page for locations that have them in stock.
  • If you have a babysitter for Sunday's game, check out Drink Baltimore's compilation of restaurants and bars offering drink and food specials during the game.
GO RAVENS!! Know of any other deals? Tell us in the comments!

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Friday, January 13, 2012

Weekend Outlook - MLK Jr. Weekend 2012

Here are Economoms' picks for the best budget-conscioud family activities in the Baltimore area over the long weekend celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., January 13-16, 2012:

All Weekend
  • Ravens Playoff Celebrations and Deals - In honor of Sunday's playoff game, lots of local attractions are offering deal to get your purple passion flowing, including $5 off Aquarium admission on Friday!
  • I Have a Dream Weekend - Port Discovery. Various activities and special events planned for Saturday, Sunday and Monday. FREE with museum admission. (Plus, their Clifford the Big Red Dog exhibit kicks off on Saturday!)
  • National Parks Fee FREE Weekend - Admission is FREE at all 397 national parks through Monday in honor of MLK, Jr.
  • Baltimore County Restaurant Week - Through Saturday, Jan. 21.
  • Recycle Your Christmas Tree for FREE Mulch - Offered Monday-Saturday through January 28. Reedbird Ave. Citizen Drop-Off Center, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • IMAX Film Festival - Maryland Science Center through March 1. Six films rotate through the festival. $12 per person (for IMAX show only, does not include museum admission). Or purchase a five movie pass for $30.
Friday
  • Fridays After Five, Prices Take a Dive - At the National Aquarium and the Maryland Science Center through March 23, 2012. Admission is $8. Dolphin shows or 4-D experiences at the Aquarium are $4. IMAX shows and Planetarium presentations are FREE at the Science Center. 
  • Friday Night Stargazing - Maryland Science Center, 5:30-9 p.m. every Friday through January 27, weather permitting. FREE! Friday After Five admission is NOT required to participate.  
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
  • Martin Luther King Jr Parade - Starts at Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard and Eutaw Street, and travels south on Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard, Noon.
  • Jump Start January - White Marsh Mall, 6 p.m. FREE fitness classes, healthy samples and giveaways.
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