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Archives for March 2014

South Sound Spring Break Fun For Kids And Families March 31st-April 4th!

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Looking for Spring Break ideas for your South Sound kids and family? If you’re doing a South Sound staycation or daycation this week and looking for cheap Fun for kids in Tacoma, Puyallup, Olympia, or Your South Sound home-Sounds Fun Mom is the place for South Sound family fun.

Here’s a special edition of my weekday guide with, “All Week,” ideas at the top, followed by a daily dose of fun! Free Kids Day at the Prairie House Museum in Spanaway

For Indoor Play Options See My Lists of

Outdoor Adventures

Click on Outdoor Adventures in the menu bar for all kinds of walks, hikes, playgrounds, and more!

Other Weekday Events and Fun

All Week

Spring Break Superstars at the Point Defiance Zoo  Different animals are highlighted each day this week.Note: The zoo is Pricey. SFM suggests investing in an annual pass if you can swing it. There are also monthly free days for City of Tacoma residents. [Read more…]

South Sound Weekend Calendar: Kids’ Events and Family Fun for March 28th-30th!

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Need something free or affordable to do around the South Sound this  weekend? Here’s a whole list of fun family activities, including lots of great deals!

For Seattle or Portland area fun you’ll want to check out the fantastic list over at ThriftyNWmom compiled by the newest member of their frugal finding team, Annaliese of Grays Harbor Deals! She’s found some good ones this week!

Saturday

Worth the Trip

The snow play area at Paradise at Mt.Rainier is open! Last weekend! Also your last chance for guided snowshoe walks. It is always a good idea to check snow and road conditions before you go. Link has other snow play options-same advice applies!

South King County

Bike helmet fitting and giveaway in Tukwila 

Vroom Family Celebration in Tukwila  magic show, vendors, family information

Thanks, ThriftyNorthwestMom for both of these

Touch tanks at HCC Mast at Redondo  Free and open to the public every Saturday from 10-2  ****You can still look at the critters in the tanks, but you cannot touch them currently because of concerns over a disease that has been affecting the sea stars.

Heavier Than Air Theater at Green River Community College presents Honk! the story of a duckling who is different than his brothers and sisters. Tickets are 10.00 in advance/12.00 at the door  Recommended for ages 6 and up Shows at 7PM Friday or 3 and 7 Saturday (last day)

Read on for Lots of fun for readers in Tacoma, Olympia, and Your South Sound home!

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Free Talk About Food Sensitivities in Children Tonight At Frog N Kiwi-Kids Play Free, Too!

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Do you have a child who has food sensitivities? Or do you suspect one?

If so, you’ll want to make it to a FREE event tonight at the Frog n Kiwi Cafe in University Place at 6PM, hosted by my friend Rosie of Tacomaworkingmom.com. wpid-Photo-20140312213448

It’s a discussion with Dr. Jannine Krause ND, LAc from Serenity Spa & Natural Health Clinic, and children can play for free in the Frog N Kiwi play area while parents chat at the tables (I recommend treating yourself to a latte, too)! [Read more…]

Jumpin Jack and Jill in Sumner on Groupon

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Hey, Puyallup and Sumner area friends! Jumpin Jack and Jill in Sumner is on Groupon!

This is a smaller, cozier bounce house place-a really nice choice for the toddler set, and it’s honestly been ages since it’s been on any of the deal sites.

The Groupon gets you 5 pop in play passes for 17.00 or 10 for 30- both great deals! You do have to use them within 90 days, but there will probably be 5 or so rainy days to fill before then.

For more deals (including other bounce house places), be sure to check my Deal of the Day page (Lunchbox Laboratory and Discovery Village for my Gig Harbor readers and more)!

Head here to check out the Jumpin Jack and Jill deal.

Disclosure-Groupon links on this site are my affiliates. When you use them for deals that work for you, you help support the site. Hey, thanks!

Puyallup-Teachers Vs Cops Charity Basketball Game Tonight!

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Hey, Puyallup, I know this will just be way too late for lots of you, but if you’re in the mood for some spontaneous, frugal fun this evening, head on over to Ferruci Junior High for the annual Cops Vs Teachers basketball game.

I go to church with one of the, “Stars,” of the faculty team, and I can assure you that he’s very…..tall.

As always, admission is by donation. This year the game is in honor of Tori Cartwright, an 11 year old PSD student with stage 4 brain cancer. All donations received at the game will go to Seattle Children’s and threestepsofsunshine.

Doors open at 6PM and tip off is at 6:30. The school is at 3213 Wildwood Park Dr. You’ll likely need to park on the shoulder. Note that this is only permissible on one side of the road (It will be the one with all the cars). I do apologize for not getting this posted sooner. It’s been that kind of a week. I do hope some of you will be able to make it. It’s a good time for a great cause!

Mom Reviewed: Our Visit To The Wildly Creative World Of Tacoma’s Tinkertopia

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Tacoma’s Tinkertopia is a craft supply store like no other, and it would be a great rainy day destination with your kids this week.

If Willy Wonka opened a store for artists it might look like Tinkertopia. The owners call it a, “Creative Reuse Center,” and it’s filled with a dizzying array of recycled materials looking for a new lease on life. Henry was in heaven wandering from bin to bin looking for materials for his, “Inventions.”

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Spring Break Camps And Fun At The Hands On Children’s Museum!

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Disclosure: We’re pleased to bring you this sponsored post from our newest, Awesome community partner!

Did you know that the award winning  Hands On Children’s Museum in Olympia offers camps? It’s true! They offer a variety of unique day camps for three year olds through 4th graders, and your lucky kiddos can still get in on one this Spring Break.

Olympia Hands on Children's Museum

Camps run April 7th-11th, during the Olympia School District break, and topics include everything from insects to duct tape art. Campers can attend just a half day, or kiddos in grades 1-4 can combine camps for a full day of fun. You can get more information and register online here.

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It’s also not too early to sign up for summer day camp at the HOCM. Week long camps on over 30 different fun art, science, and nature topics are planned. Each session includes free play time, too! Sign up by June 1st and get an early bird discount of 10%!

The Hands-on Children’s Museum is also a perfect Spring Break destination for family fun. Whether you’re having a staycation, or just want to keep the kids’ minds and bodies engaged, you’ll find lots to love at the museum this break. From March 31st-April 19th, you’ll find everything from live animal visits to mud pie making, all included with your admission.  You can check out all the special activities they have planned right here. You’ll also want to watch their calendar (or ours!) for upcoming special events and admission deals-including a dinosaur egg hunt, old-fashioned stagecoach rides, and much more!

Remember to register soon if you’re interested in either Spring Break or Summer Break Day Camps. Spots in popular programs do go fast, and I know you want to fill up your calendar!

Disclosure: This was a sponsored post written by me on behalf of the Hands-On Children’s Museum. I would LOVE for you to thank them for sponsoring Sounds Fun Mom when you have a chance. All opinions are my own.

Spring Break Day Camp At Annie Wright Schools! Affordable, Fun, And Open To All!

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Hey, Tacoma, looking for something fun to do with the kids this Spring Break? Whether you need a fun, safe place for them to be during the day, or you just don’t want to hear the dreaded, “B,” word, I’ve got your solution!

Day Camp at Annie Wright

Our sponsors at Annie Wright School in Tacoma are offering a fun Spring Break Camp, and it’s open to all area kids in preschool-5th grade! It’s just 180.00 for the week, or 50.00 a day-a Great deal for a full day camp!

As always, sessions include free swimming, nutritious snacks, and lots of camp fun under the direction of trained and caring staff.

Camp runs March 31st-April 4th, and registration is available online through the 28th. Go here for all the information you need, and please do mention Sounds Fun Mom when you sign up!

Disclosure: We are proud to be sponsored by Annie Wright Schools. I do hope you’ll consider patronizing the local businesses who help me bring you Sounds Fun Mom!

Save 5.00 On Any Great, Local Deal If You’re New To Amazon Local!

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Have you tried Amazon Local yet? It’s been my favorite place to score deals on local, family fun of late, and if you’re new, you can save 5.00!

You might want to use it on one of these fun deals!

Pop in play at Pump it Up of Tacoma

20.00 (or 15.00 if you get the discount), gets you five passes to pop in play, or for 40.00 (35.00), you can get unlimited play for a month. You do have to use them all on the same kiddo, so buy multiples if you have siblings. You have six months to use them, and a fun place to play on a rainy day is Definitely worth 4.00!

Bounce E House

If you’re closer to Puyallup/Midland/Lakewood, our sponsors at Bounce E House are Also running a great deal.  Just 16.00 gets you five sessions, or pay 22.00 for a full month, or score a party discount! If you’re new, you can use that code to get an extra 5.00 off!  Or, check out all the deals here! [Read more…]

South Sound Weekend Kids Calendar: Family Fun And Things To Do For March 21st-23rd!

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Need something free or affordable to do around the South Sound this  weekend? Here’s a whole list of fun family activities, including lots of great deals!

For Seattle or Portland area fun you’ll want to check out the fantastic list over at ThriftyNWmom compiled by the newest member of their frugal finding team, Annaliese of Grays Harbor Deals! She’s found some good ones this week!

Friday

Preschool and toddler story times at the Puyallup Public Library

Free Day at the Point Defiance Zoo for City of Tacoma residents. Photo id and proof of residence, such as a phone bill, required

Saturday

All Over

Kids’ Club at Michael’s Stores  It’s a felt sticker frame event today. 2.00 per child/ sessions start on the half hour from 10AM-11:30  For ages 3 and up

Worth the Trip

The snow play area at Paradise at Mt.Rainier is open! Maybe?  Site indicates it is open until the 30th, but it’s always a good idea to check snow and road conditions before you go. Link has other snow play options-same advice applies!

South King County

Touch tanks at HCC Mast at Redondo  Free and open to the public every Saturday from 10-2  ****You can still look at the critters in the tanks, but you cannot touch them currently because of concerns over a disease that has been affecting the sea stars.

Auburn Avenue Kids presents Dan Zanes lively, kid-centric folks style music  Tickets 10.00

Heavier Than Air Theater at Green River Community College presents Honk! the story of a duckling who is different than his brothers and sisters. Tickets are 10.00 in advance/12.00 at the door  Recommended for ages 6 and up Shows at 3 and 7PM; also Sunday

Sunrise Elementary kids in Kent present the Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley 5pM tickets 5.00 22300 132nd AVE SE Kent 98042   SFM Note: Many schools are staging spring productions now. You might call around.

Greater Pierce County and Tacoma

Tarzan! at ManeStage theater in Sumner– various show times  I’m giving away tickets! Come enter! Winner announcement coming Saturday.

Sumner Library Used Book Sale

Lego story time at the Puyallup Public Library  Builders 3-8 are invited to drop in and build creations inspired by fun stories. 11AM-11:45

Family Expo at the South Hill Mall Center Court  vendors and goody bags

Read on for Tacoma area fun, including a free showing of Frozen, and more! [Read more…]