Did you know this Saturday is National Train Day?

Amtrak is hosting various festivities this Saturday at Union Station in celebration of National Train Day. Enjoy live entertainment from Radio Disney, Million Dollar Quartet and Miss Lori’s Campus. Tour Amtrak equipment and notable private railroad cars or marvel at model train displays. Taste Amtrak cuisine, prepared by Chef Tom Douglas. Explore high-speed rail and the role of trains in our nation’s history through interactive exhibits. Bring your little train fans to the AmtraKids Depot, where you’ll find fun activities galore. Plus, don’t miss a special exhibit where actor Hill Harper, star of CSI: NY, shares his personal train travel experience aboard the Southwest Chief.®

Let the celebration begin!

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Weekend Events

If you know of an event going on in the area, please let me know!

-Guitar Center - Free Recording Workshops every Saturday from 10a-11a

-National Park Free Entrance  Through April 29th

-Home Depot - Learn how to build a wooden raised garden bed, create entry door appeal and door lock basics, outdoor power equipment, choosing a countertop, exterior paint procedures, build a patio with pavers, & deck cleaning and maintenance.  Head over to HERE to find out the days and times.

-Barnes & Noble - Check your local store for events.

-Bass Pro Shops – Check your local store’s Facebook page for events, classes, workshops, sales and outdoor tips for your area.

-Joann Fabric & Craft Stores - different crafts and learning classes.  More details HERE.

-Lakeshore Learning - Fancy Feathered Bird, plus print a $5 off coupon.

-Lowes - Build a Terrarium, make sure you register

-Michaels -Next free class 5/4 plus check out kids special classes (fees do apply)

-Potter Barn Kids - next class Mother's Day Doll Tea Party May 12th RSVP

-Walmart - Enter Your Zip to find out sampling events being offered

 A.C. Moore - April 28th 1-3p Wilton Decorating Basics, you can also sign up for $10 4 week Cake Decorating Class
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Veteran/Military Job Fair Coming Up April 4th

Veteran/Military Job Fair taking place on Wednesday April 4, 2012 from 10am to 2pm. The event is at Captain James A Lovell Federal Health Care Center, Bldg. 4, Room 102, Bourke Hall at 3001 Green Bay Road in North Chicago, IL 60064

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More activities for the weekend...

Here are a few of my favorite activities!

AC Moore –

Saturday 3/17 from 1-3pm, Make & Take: Floam…

Sunday 3/18 from 1-3pm, Candy Making Demo: Candy Egg Bark.

Barnes & Noble - Check your local store for events.

Bass Pro Shops – Check your local store’s Facebook page for events, classes, workshops, sales and outdoor tips for your area.

FREE Boat Show: family activities, savings and seminars. For dates, times and pro schedules select your local store here.

Heads Up: Bass Pro Shops Easter Events begin 3/31…

Disney Store – Join Disney Store throughout the month of March to celebrate Disney Store’s 25th Anniversary!

Saturday 3/17 at 10:30 am, 11:30 am and 12:30 pm, Trivia Game & Dance Party: Kids will test their Disney knowledge and play fun dance games. All participants receive a prize.

Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores -

March is Craft Month. See how Jo-Ann stores are celebrating here.

Saturday 3/17, FREE Demos, from 11am-1pm Papercrafting with Cuttlebug, 3M, Cricut Expression 2 & Core’dinations! From 1pm-2pm Coats & Clark Sashay Yarn!

Lakeshore Learning –

Saturday 3/17 from 11am-3pm, Kids create a lucky shamrock rainbow ribbon streamer. (Free Event)

Michaels –

Sunday 3/18 from 1-4pm for four Jewelry events. From 1-1:30pm, Classic Pearl Necklace: Pearl Knotting Demo. From 1:30-2:30pm, Pink and Amethyst Mix Necklace: Make-It Take-It with purchase of lampwork string. From 2:30-3pm, Springtime Friendship Bracelet Demo. From 3-4pm, Free Make-It Take-It: Fashion A La Carte Headband.

Pottery Barn Kids – Tuesday’s from 11-11:30am, Story Time.

Target – select a city to find free or reduced-price admission to arts and cultural events in your area, sponsored by Target.

The Home Depot – See Adult Weekly workshops here. (Landscape Design, Lawn Maintenance, Install Vinyl Flooring)

Toys R Us -

Saturday 3/18 to Saturday 3/24, The Great Bike & Trike Trade-Up… Save up to $50 on ANY bike* when you trade in ANY used bike or tricycle! Save $20 on any bike priced $99.97 or less. Save $30 on any bike priced $99.99 to $149.97. Save $50 on any bike priced $149.99 or more. *Excludes Clearance Bikes.

Walmart Event Finder – enter your zip code to see what is going on in your area.

Thanks Keeping Cents!

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St Patty's Day Weekend Fun

There i slots of stuff to do this weekend in Chicago. Here is some information on some parades...

March 17 CHICAGO St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival—The Chicago River is dyed green for the St. Patrick's Day Parade celebration. The parade starts at Balbo and Columbus drives, then proceeds north on Columbus and the viewing stand is located in front of Buckingham Fountain. Location: Columbus Drive. Contact: (312) 421-1010.

March 17 DIXON St. Patrick's Day Parade—Following the parade there will be a celebration at the Knights of Columbus Hall. Location: Downtown. Contact: (815) 284-1664. Free.

March 17 ROCK ISLAND St. Patrick Society's St. Patrick's Day Grand Parade—This interstate parade route goes from Rock Island, Illinois, across the Mississippi River via Centennial Bridge and through Davenport, Iowa. Location: Begins at St. Mary's Church. Contact: (309) 788-2341. Free.


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FREE Events This Weekend 4/2

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Here are some fun and FREE activities to do this weekend:

Home Depot: Saturday 9am – 12pm build a Planter/Basket!

Michaels: Saturday 10am-Noon, Easter Egg Make it and Take it.

Disney Store: All Day Saturday Tangled Event! Let your hair down and get tangled up in a fun, exciting adventure at Disney Store. FREE activity sheet, games and fun!

Lakeshore Learning: Saturday 11am-5pm, make friends around the world.

A.C. Moore: Saturday from 1pm-3pm, Make it and Take it Buy a Easter Bucket and Decorate It For Free

Toys R Us: Saturday 10am – 2pm Chuggington Celebration, 2:30pm – 4:30pm Ninjago Spinjitzu Training Camp

Bank of America: Museums On Us Weekend

Target: Free Sponsored Events in cities nationwide

Free Walmart Sampling Events

Thanks STL Mommy!

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It's A Baby & Family Expo 11/6 & 11/7 - $2 Off Admission Coupon

Visit the "It's A Baby & Family Expo" this weekend, November 6th and 7th at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Hall G, 5555 North River Road in Rosemont, IL. There will be over 100 exhibitors, including MAM, Chicco, Britax, Combi, Dr. Brown's, Simplisse, Miracle Cord, Once Upon a Child, Similac, Happy Family Brands, Square One Organics, and many more! The show hours are Saturday, November 6th from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday, November 7th from 11 AM to 4 PM.

Print this coupon to save $2 off admission!

Check out the other activities they have going on this weekend here.

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* REVIEW * LEGO KidsFest at McCormick Place 10/29-10/31

 

My family and I had the opportunity to attend the LEGO KidsFest last night at McCormick Place and we all had a fun time! If you like to play with LEGOs or have someone at home that does, you will truly enjoy the experience.

Right away when we came in, we were greeted with a program outlining the events and booths they have set up there. There is also a coupon for $5 off a $50 purchase at the LEGO stores in the Chicagoland area. There is also a coupon for a FREE Child Admission with Paid Adult Admission for LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Schaumburg, IL. There is a coupon for a FREE Child Ticket with Paid Adult Ticket to LEGOLAND California and your choice of LEGOLAND Water Park or SEA LIFE Aquarium (great to use if you are planning a trip out there).  Plus, if you visit the LEGOLAND booth, you'll have a chance to win a trip to LEGOLAND California Resort.

There is a lot of activities at the LEGO KidsFest to keep you and your children busy during your time there.  There's many different stations where you can build your own creations.  At the LEGO Club booth, you can sign up for a FREE subscription to their magazine that they send out six times a year.  My boys participated in a Tall Tower building competition at the LEGO Activity Theater.  One of my sons was on the winning team and won a LEGO set and my other son won a LEGO key chain.

As you walk around, there are plenty of examples of what LEGO can be used for - from the intricate designs they have at the Model Museum to the LEGO Robotics that were designed by students, you will be awed.  They also have LEGO hobbyists who are showcasing their talents there.  In between all of those activities, your kids can play in some inflatable bouncers they have in different areas of the LEGO KidsFest.

Don't forget that if you attend the afternoon session tomorrow and your kids are dressed in their costumes, they will have treats and LEGO Halloween-themed activities.  You can purchase your tickets in advance on the LEGO KidsFest website.

Stay tuned for more videos of the LEGO KidsFest on My Chicago Mommy's YouTube Channel here.

Disclosure: LEGO KidsFest did not compensate us in any way and all opinions expressed are our own honest opinions. LEGO KidsFest provided us with review tickets.

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