READING PROGRAMS
Tulsa Library summer reading program, "Be Creative at Your Library."
You go in and get a form, and then get prizes and coupons for free things for reading certain number of books over the summer (younger children can be read to). We have done it since age 2, and they have programs up through teens. More info athttp://www.tulsalibrary.org/eventguide/events/SRP_ch_prize-poster_09_sm.pdf
Free Reading Reward Program - Barnes & Noble, grades 1-6
Participation is fun and easy way for kids to earn free books. They simply read any eight books — library books, books borrowed from friends or books bought at Barnes & Noble — write about their favorite part, and bring a completed tear page to a Barnes & Noble bookstore. Children then choose their free book from a list of paperback titles. In 2009, we’re partnering with Rick Riordan, author of the “Percy Jackson & the Olympians” series. For more information and to download and print an Educator’s Kit, http://www.barnesandnoble.com/summerreading/
SUMMER MOVIE PROGRAMS
AMC Theater Summer Movie Camp
(At Southroads...$1 movies Wednesday mornings at 10 a.m. seating first come first serve—proceeds benefit The Children’s Charity and the Will Rogers Institute) http://www.amctheatres.com/smc/
2009 Schedule
June 17: Space Chimps
June 24: Kung Fu Panda
July 1: Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
July 8: Tale of Despereaux
July 15: Horton Hears a Who
July 22: The Spiderwick Chronicles
July 29: Nim's Island
August 5: Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Cinemark Theater Summer Movie Club
Wednesdays at 10 am at Cinemark, 6808 S. Memorial.
*All 10 movies can be purchased in advance for $5.00, or can be purchased separately at the box office for $1.00 per show.
2009 Schedule
June 10 Space Chimps
June 17 Madagascar 2
June 24 Horton Hears a Who
July 1 Arthur and the Invisibles
July 8 Alvin & the Chipmunks
July 15 Kung Fu Panda
July 22 Tales of Desperaux
July 29 Hotel for Dogs
Aug. 5 Igor
Aug. 12 Open Season
RiverWalk Free Summer Kids Film Festival
At RiverWalk in Jenks. FREE. Mon. Tues., Wed., at 11:30 & 1:45, June 1-Aug. 5.
June 1,2,3 Flushed Away
June 8,9,10 Alvin & the Chipmunks
June 15, 16, 17 RV
June 22, 23, 24 Shark Tale
June 29, 30, July 1 Kung Fu Panda
July 6, 7, 8 Zathura
July 13, 14, 15 Monster House
July 20, 21, 22 Madagascar 2
July 27, 28, 29 Hotel for Dogs
Aug. 3, 4, 5 Open Season
FREE SUMMER MUSIC
First Friday Concert Series – LaFortune Park
Bring your favorite lawn chair or blanket and sit back and relax while local bands present family friendly music from all genres. Located in the Gardens of LaFortune Park (off 51st Street, just west of Hudson) our First Friday Concerts kick off each month from May - September with free entertainment 7-9 pm.
June 5 Vance Orange Project (Rock/Blues)
July 10 Three Hour Tour (Classic Rock/60’s & 70’s)
August 7 Radio Soul (Pop, R&B, 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s Rock)
Sept. 11 Wanda Watson (Blues)
Music Sandwiched In
Each Wednesday in May over lunch (12:10-12:50 p.m.) you can experience jazz, the universal language of cool, during Music Sandwiched In at Central Library’s Aaronson Auditorium, Fourth Street and Denver Avenue. Free.
May 6 -- Annie Ellicott. She may be young, but her voice is timeless and her American jazz performances are unforgettable. As a recipient of the Tulsa Jazz Society’s 2008 Legacy Tribute Award, she quickly has established herself as Tulsa’s jazz sweetheart and one of the city’s most sought-after performers.
May 13 -- Olivia Duhon and Vernon Howard. Giving a new twist to old jazz standards. As a recent graduate of the University of Tulsa and a former member of the TU Jazz Band, Duhon shines as a bright, new performer on the local jazz scene. Accompanied by Howard, director of jazz studies at TU, this duo will perform classics like “Fly Me to the Moon” and Joni Mitchell’s “Court and Spark.”
May 20 -- Chuck and Sandy Gardner. They have performed at Carnegie Hall, the Johnny Carson Show and Caesar’s Palace. As a regularly featured band at the Jazz Hall of Fame and Tulsa Jazz Society, SCORE’s signature “elegant American jazz” act is a local favorite.
May 27 -- Donald Ryan. One of Tulsa’s most respected classical, ragtime and jazz pianists. He is a faculty member at Oral Roberts University and serves as the musical advisor on ragtime for Tulsa’s board of directors. Jim Bates, bassist, and Arthur Thompson, drummer, will accompany Ryan.
Starlight Concerts
Free concerts held Tuesday nights outside at the River Parks Festival Amphitheater, 2100 S. Jackson. All concerts begin at 8 p.m. Tentative dates for 2009 -- check for updates here: http://www.starlightbands.net/
June 16 Jazz Band - Contemporary Jazz
June 23 Concert Band - Medley Night
June 30 Concert Band - Americana Night
July 7 Concert Band - A Tribute To Super Heroes
July 14 Concert Band - Circle Cinema Movie Night
July 21 Jazz Band - Big Band Hits
Broken Arrow Tuesdays in Central Park outdoor concerts
All concerts are held starting at 7 p.m. at Central Park, 1500 South Main, in downtown Broken Arrow. In the event of inclement weather, concerts will be moved to the North Intermediate High School Auditorium located at 808 East College.. The concerts are free and open to the public.
June 2 - Missourians/Eternity (Gospel Night)
June 9 - Grady Nichols (Jazz)
June 16 - Mike Bennett (Big Band)
June 23 - Mary Cogan (Soft Rock)
June 30 - Les Gilliam (Country)
Summer’s 5th Night at Utica Square
Every Thursday through August, 7-9 pm.
Utica Square’s summer concert series serves up everything from jazz to rock to country. There’s something different every Thursday and best of all, it’s free! Pack a picnic or dine at one of our great restaurants as you unwind to your favorite local bands. Put on your dancing shoes, catch up with family and friends and win great prizes like Utica Square gift certificates and merchandise from Utica Square merchants.
May 21 Light Opera Oklahoma (Musical Theater)
May 28 Mid-Life Crisis (Classic Rock)
June 4 Earl Clark (Jazz)
June 11 Admiral Twin (Rock))
June 18 Sean Adair & Okie Island (Country)
June 25 Scott Ellison (Blues/Rock)
July 2 Red Dirt Rangers (Country)
July 9 Joseph Vincelli (Jazz)
July 16 Jessica V. and the Rhythmatics (Rhythm & Blues)
July 23 Random Sample (Country & Rock)
July 30 Usual Suspects (Rock)
August 6 Something Steel (Island Music)
August 13 Annie Ellicott w/Brian Haas Trio (Jazz)
August 20 Mid-Life Crisis (Classic Rock)
August 27 Grady Nichols (Smooth Sax)
RiverWalk Concert Series
Free outdoor concerts at the RiverWalk in Jenks. For additional dates and other Riverwalk events, go here: http://www.riverwalkcrossing.com/events.html
May 8, 6 pm J3 Band (Jazz/Blues)
May 15, 8 pm Meridian (Rock & Blues)
May 22, 8 pm 4 Players Band
May 28, 7 pm Francesca Battistelli
May 29, 8 pm Touch of Aloha Hula Dancers
June 5, 8 pm RadioRadio, Opening Act: Ziff
June 6, 8 pm Hurricane Mason
June 11, 7 pm John Waller
June 13, 8 pm Miles Raulston
June 18, 7 pm Jubiliation Choir
June 19, 8 pm Juke Box Hero
June 20, 8 pm Badwater
June 26, 8 pm Michael Ray Little Band
June 27, 8 pm Hot Shot Karate
CITY OF TULSA PARKS PROGRAMS
Unless otherwise noted, call 596-PARK (7275) for information or to register
Pools
Admission fees this year will be $2 per person. The 7 pools scheduled to open this summer are below – call 596-7275 for hours.
Lacy, 2134 N. Madison Pl.
McClure, 7440 E. 7th St.
Manion , 3003 E. 56th St.
Reed, 4233 S. Yukon Ave.
Zeigler , 3903 W. 4th St.
Berry, 5002 N. Wheeling
Whiteside, 7440 E. Pittsburg Ave.
Pools open with Beach Bash – May 30, noon-3pm, at McClure Park Pool (7440 E. 7th St.) Kick off the Summer Pool season with ice cream, music, and pool races. Admission is free!
Tennis in the Parks – June 8-July 18 at most Community Centers.
Practice matches in June, and League play in July in four divisions for ages 6 through 18. Cost of $46 (Lacy and Chamberlain - $6) includes t-shirt and awards. Call 596-2527 for info.
Hook A Kid On Golf – Five-day morning sessions starting June 22 and July 13
Designed for ages 8 -13 for boys and girls. Enrollment fee of $186 includes golf shirt, and starter clubs. All lessons and games occur at Page Belcher Golf Course – 6666 S. Union Ave. Limited Space; call 596-2527 for info.
Kids Triathlon – July 25, McClure Park, 8am
Youth ages 6 through 15 can sign up for either the short or long course. Includes swimming, biking, and running with medals of completion for all finishers. Early Bird entry fee of $25 includes a t-shirt. Call 596-2527 for info.
Summer Day Camps - Registration has already begun. Ages 6-11. Rates vary.
Sessions: #1: June 1-12, #2: June 15-26, #3: June 29-July 10, #4: July 13-24, #5: July 27-August 7, and #6: August 10-14
At the following Community Centers:
Chamberlain, 4940 N. Frankfort Ave., 591-4155
Hicks, 3443 S. Mingo Road 669-6355
Lacy, 2134 N. Madison Place 596-1470
Maxwell, 5251 E. Newton St. 596-1444
McClure, 7440 E. 7th Street 669-6678
Owen, 560 N. Maybelle Ave. 596-1485
Reed, 4233 S. Yukon Ave 591-4307
Turner, 3503 E. 5th Place 596-1444
Whiteside, 4009 S. Pittsburg Ave 746-5040
Zeigler, 3903 W. 4th St. 596-1485
Specialty Camps-Teen
McClure – All Sessions (Ages 12-14) - $150
7440 East 7th Street 669-6678
Specialty Camps-Theater
Clark Theater – Sessions 2, 3, & 4 only (Ages 8-14 & 11-17) - $150
11440 E. Admiral Place 669-6455
Heller Theater @ Henthorne (Ages 11-17) July 27-Aug. 7 - $150
4825 S. Quaker Ave. 746-5065
Specialty Camps-Art
WaterWorks Art Center - half days only
Ages 7-12 (Sessions 1-5) - $120. Ages 12-15 (Sessions 5&6) - $180
1710 Charles Page Blvd. 596-2440
Other Tulsa Park events include classes in Martial Arts, Soccer, T-Ball, Gymnastics, Volleyball, Aerobics, Yoga, Pilates, Swim Lessons, and Dance. Pick up a Tulsa Parks Fun Guide for more information, or visit www.TulsaParks.org
Tulsa County Parks also has swimming pools and other programming at LaFortune (51st & Yale); O’Brien, 6149 N. Lewis Ave., and Chandler, 6500 West 21st St., but doesn’t have details about hours, etc., online (and I am too lazy to call!) – for information check their website at http://www.parks.tulsacounty.org/Default.aspx or call 596-5990.
MUSEUMS/ATTRACTIONS
Gilcrease Museum-Kids Dig Books, Summer on the Plains
FREE. Fridays, 10-11 am. June 5, 12, 19 & 26; July 3, 10, 24 & 31
Listen to stories of summertime on the Western plains in which children explore their natural surroundings and the freedom the long warm days bring. Then create a work of art based on these adventures.
Also at Gilcrease, if you haven’t tried it, I highly recommend the Creative Learning Center: http://www.gilcrease.org/CreativeLearningCenter.aspx
It’s a free art center with all kinds of activities available to the kids. They can make and take projects using painting, clay, weaving, etc.
AND Gilcrease offers free admission to all visitors on the first Tuesday of each month (“TU TUesday”). For more information,www.gilcrease.org
Philbrook Museum-Free 2nd Saturday
Every 2nd Saturday of the month is Free Family Day. Drop in anytime from 10:30 am – 4 pm. Experiment with fun materials to make hands-on art projects, go on a scavenger hunt, take a family-friendly tour of the museum, and so much more on this day specifically for families.
Thanks to Heyman Family Adventures in Art.
Oklahoma Aquarium
Get a free admission for a child for going to the dentist...print out the form here and get dentist to sign.http://www.okaquarium.org/userFiles/DentalCertificatePrint.pdf
Oxley Nature Center
In Mohawk Park – free.
With more than 9 miles of trails covering 804 acres, the Mary K.. Oxley Nature Center at Mohawk Park is one of Tulsa’s treasures. The gates open daily (except City holidays) at 8 a.m. and close at 5 p.m., although the trails are open as early as 7 a.m. or as late as 9 p.m. to hikers who park outside the gates.
Visitors may pick up maps and trail information at the Oxley-Yetter Interpretive Building 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat. and 12 noon-4:30 p.m. on Sunday. The Interpretive Building houses inter-active, hands-on exhibits explaining the local natural history. Gift shop, restrooms, drinking water and a classroom are also available. For more information, call 669-6644.
Grand opening for the newly remodeled Interpretive enter is June 27, 9-5 pm—join us for all kinds of fun activities!
Redbud Valley Nature Preserve
Free. Natural diversity is protected at Redbud Valley Nature Preserve. Located on North 161st East Avenue about 3.8 miles north of I-44, Redbud Valley Nature Preserve protects 220+ acres of unique plant and animal life. The rugged one-mile trail is open to hikers only when the gates are open: Wed.-Sun., 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Barclay Visitor Center is open 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Pets are not permitted. The Preserve is closed every Monday and Tuesday, and most holidays. For more information, call 669-6460.
Farmers Markets
(A variety of local Farmers Markets offer fresh local produce, crafts, plants, herbs and more. Most Markets run May through October. Great place to wander around with the kids, and one of the few where you can actually buy them a healthy snack!)
Cherry Street Farmers Market
15th Street and Peoria Ave., Saturdays, 7 am-11 am.
Brookside Farmers Market
41st & Peoria, Wednesdays, 8 am-noon.
Pearl District Farmers Market
6th Street and Peroria Avenue, Thursdays, 4:30-7 pm
Downtown Tulsa Farmers’ Market
3rd & Boston, Williams Green, Tuesdays, 10:30 am -2 pm
North Tulsa Farmers Market
2620 E. 56th St. North, Saturdays, 8:30am-12:30pm, starts first week of June.
Owasso Farmers Market
Owasso YMCA, 8300 Owasso Expressway, in Owasso just off U.S. 169, Wednesdays & Saturdays, 8 am-noon.
Jenks Farmers Market , Riverwalk: 7
RiverWalk, Saturdays, 7 am-noon.
Broken Arrow Farmers Market
418 South Main St., Saturdays, 8 am-noon.
OTHER FUN EVENTS
Tulsa Mayfest, May 14-17 (11 am-11 pm Thursday-Saturday, and 11 am-6 pm Sunday)
Downtown Tulsa. FREE Family-oriented outdoor tribute to the arts, with an array of dance and music performances in addition to the many visual arts booths and four indoor galleries (including a Youth Gallery at the PAC) and a newly revamped KidZone sponsored by St. Francis at the new park at 6th and Main. Always one of the major highlights of spring, Mayfest is planned to encompass some of the very best in both the exhibit and performance areas. For listing of exhibitors and performers or other information, go to http://www.tulsamayfest.org
Blue Dome Arts Festival, May 15-17 (noon-9 pm, Friday; 10 am-8 pm Saturday; 11 am-4 pm Sunday)
Located at 1st & 2nd Streets at Elgin, the Blue Dome Arts Festival features hundreds of local artists. It’s fun to wander over here before or after Mayfest. For more information, go to www.bluedomeartsfestival.com
Downtown Tulsa Adventure Fitness Walk, May 23, 9 am-noon
FREE. Discover downtown Tulsa in a new way. Join a tour, beginning at Owen Park at 500 N. Maybelle and continuing through the streets of Tulsa. Tour guides will explain the city's beautiful Art Deco history and more. The tour involves considerable walking, so wear comfortable shoes. Ages 10 and older.
Tulsa Tough, May 29-31
A three-day cycling festival designed to promote fitness and healthy lifestyles while showcasing the beautiful city of Tulsa. Tulsa Tough offers events and spectating opportunities for everyone with professional-level races, recreational and tour rides,kids and youth activities, live music and vendors in one action packed weekend. For more information, go tohttp://www.tulsatough.com/
Bartlesville’s SunFest, June 5-7
“Oklahoma’s Biggest Outdoor Picnic” returns for a long weekend with its trademark combination of
| A relaxed, family picnic atmosphere. | |
| Quality, cost-free entertainment. | |
| A diverse range of arts and crafts. | |
| Creative, supervised activities for children. | |
| Terrific food in abundant variety. | |
| An eye-popping car show. |
This free premier arts & entertainment festival – now in its 27th year – is held in Sooner Park located at Madison Boulevard and Tuxedo Avenue in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Parking is available in several lots near the park. For information:http://www.bartlesvillesunfest.org/tradition.htm
Asian-American Festival, June 6
FREE. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, at Martin Regional Library, 2601 S. Garnett Road.
Celebrate and learn about the customs and traditions of Asian-Americans with entertaining, educational events for the entire family as Tulsa City-County Library presents the seventh annual Asian-American Festival.
Explore the colorful cultures of China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam and other countries in Asia. The festival kicks off at 10:45 a.m. with a vibrant Dragon Dance, featuring a 70-foot dragon from China, and includes martial arts demonstrations; Kyoto, Japan art exchange exhibit and workshop; manga exchange and workshop; bamboo flute music; classical Indian dance; traditional Chinese dance; a Japanese tea ceremony; and children’s dances and songs in Japanese and English.
Numerous activities and presentations are scheduled indoors throughout the festival, including interactive educational booths featuring crafts for kids, temporary tattoos, name translation, henna painting and origami instruction. The festival also features authentic arts and crafts booths. Food concession is provided by India Palace, located at 69th and Lewis.
Tulsa FreedomFest '09, July 4
Annual July 4th celebration held at the River West Festival Park and Veterans Park featuring fireworks, entertainment, activities, food & beverages. Fireworks are shot from the 21st Street Bridge at approximately 9:30 p.m. Contact River Parks at 596-2001 for more details
DFest, July 24-25
Downtown in the Blue Dome District, music conference and festival showcasing 130+ artists of the best emerging independent artists in the country including Oklahoma, Regional and National performers. Tickets required for entry into stages, but you can wander around and see exhibits and hear some music for free – for families, probably best in afternoon and early evening. For more information, go to www.ddfest.net
Tulsa Drillers
The national pasttime and a good way to spend a few summer hours. We love Tulsa baseball! Tickets are cheap and there are always specials and giveaways from free tickets to 50 cent hotdogs. For a list of various promotions, go here:
http://tulsa.drillers.milb.com/promotions/index.jsp?sid=t260
A couple of promotion highlights: Free tickets are available for the following games: May 29 (pick up tickets at all WalMart locations); June 10 (all QuikTrips) June 24 (all Arby’s), Aug. 25 & 26 (free tickets at ALL advertisers.)
There are several “Kids Eat Free” nights, where kids can go on the field for a free clinic and with a paid admission, they get a free hot dog, milk and ice cream -- June 11, June 28, July 12 and Aug. 16.
And even if you don’t feel like watching the game, be sure to check the list for one of the nights that will feature fireworks after the games – they put on really impressive shows (better than many 4th of July shows) and you can join the hundreds of people who congregate in the Lowe’s or Walgreen’s parking lot or in nearby neighborhoods to watch.
Blue Bell Broken Arrow Ice Cream Plant- Taste of Summer, June 29
8201 E. Hwy 51, Broken Arrow, June 29, Saturday, 9 am–3 pm
The annual Community Open House hosted by one of Broken Arrow's favorite and best-known businesses. ALL the ice cream you can eat. Jupiter Jump for the kids, ice cream eating contest, live entertainment, plant tours and much more. Admission $4 for adults with kids under 6 free.
Woolaroc Kidsfest, June 27 & 28
10 am-5 pm -- Regular Woolaroc admission (adults $8, over 65 $6 and children 11 and under are FREE) at the great family museum/ranch southwest of Bartlesville.
Kidsfest features events, games, crafts and entertainment presented on the Woolaroc grounds where visitors can enjoy all of the activities in the rustic outdoor environment, along with the natural beauty of the Osage Hills, the historic art and artifacts in the Woolaroc Museum and the animals on the Wildlife Preserve. Kids can participate in a variety of activities, such as pony rides, wagon rides, treasure dig, face painting, Carpenter's corner, tattoos, beaded necklaces, Indian head bands, native sand art, rock painting, bean bag games, and lots of nature crafts. Our living history booths will include horseshoeing, saddle & boot makers, bridle, bit and spur makers, woodcarvers, silversmiths, flint knapping, rope making, black-smithing, old west re-enactors and lots more. More info at: http://www.woolaroc.org/
Bartlesville Kiddie Park
A fun and cheap park for younger kids (probably best up to age 7 or 8). Some of the rides were so mild that even very young toddlers can ride them safely. No admission charge and ride tickets are 25 cents -- almost all rides are just one ticket, so you can have a lot of fun for only a few bucks. At least last year, concessions were good "fair fare" and cheap -- $1 cotton candy, 75 cents snowcones, etc. A few things adults could ride, plenty of benches to sit on and watch the kids. There also were wandering clowns, face painting, etc. Good old-fashioned summer fun!
It's open through the summer, only in the evening: Fridays and Saturday evenings through May, then open Tues-Thurs 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm; Fri-Sat 7:00 pm -10:00 pm. Closed Sundays, Mondays & the 4th of July. If you want to make it the quintessential summer date -- go early enough to stop at the Bartlesville Sonic on the way -- you pass it on your way to the Park, and it's the only Sonic I've seen with a big outdoor playground.
It is located at 215 N. Cherokee Ave. in Johnstone Park. For info or directions, go to http://kiddiepark.net/ .
Free Family Fishing Clinics
The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation hosts free family fishing clinics at the Zebco casting pond, located adjacent to the Oklahoma Aquarium in Jenks. The two-hour clinics begin at 6:30 p.m. and conclude with fishing in the small pond, which is regularly stocked with good-sized channel catfish, which the novice anglers can take home for the dinner table is they so choose. Clinics are open to all ages, not just children, but kids 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Here’s the schedule for this year:
May 19, 21 & 28; June 2, 4, 16, 18, 23 & 25; July 7, 14, 21 & 28; Aug. 4 & 11. Pre-registration is required -- to register call the Wildlife Department's Jenks office at (918) 299-2334.
For a complete schedule of other locations and events, go to:
http://www.wildlifedepartment.com./aquated2.htm.
Bixby Green Corn Festival, June 25-27
Enjoy this old fashioned family fun festival held in downtown Bixby hosted by the Bixby Optimist Club! Enjoy the Pride of Texas carnival, crafts, live music, food and fun games and events for all. Proceeds from the festival will fund youth projects and scholarships provided by the Optimist Club of Bixby. For more info, visit http://www.bixbyoptimist.org/green_corn_festival.php
Porter Peach Festival, July 16-18
Downtown Porter. Rodeo, music, arts, 5k run, carnival rides, free peaches and cream!
For more infromation, http://www.porterpeachfestivals.com/ or 694-9314.
Free Bowling
Kids can bowl free all summer long at Andy Bs, located at 8711 S Lewis Ave. Just go to this website:www.kidsbowlfree.com/andybs and register each child, and receive free bowling passes every week by email. Registered children can bowl 2 games free every day all summer long!
ONGOING
For Teens - Youth Services of Tulsa Coffee House
Come on by any Saturday, bring your friends and relax at the YST Coffee House.
Same time, same place: Every Saturday night, 7-11 pm,
311 S. Madison (1/2 mile West of Peoria on 3rd St).
The YST Coffee House has Wi-Fi! So, bring your personal connection devices and etc.
with you to the Coffee House while you enjoy your free coffee and cappuccino.
Get Ready, Set, Take a Stand
Kind of neat thing, for kids 7-12, an offer from Sunkist for a free lemonade stand kids can use to raise money for their favorite charity.
http://www.sunkist.com/takeastand/
Free Kids Workshops - Home Depot.
This is at 9 am on the first Saturday of the month...they can build all kinds of cool projects, with all supplies provided free. I have been doing with the kids from ages 3 and up.
Free Kids Workshop at Lowes
Similar deal, the second Saturday of the month at 10 am. Both of these are actually year-round.
Tulsa Kids Summer Guide
For Tulsa Kids summer camp and activities guide, go here: http://www.tulsakids.com/CampGuide/index.html
CRAFTS/ETC.
Aaaaand, if that isn’t enough, here is a list of fun summertime crafts you can do at home:
Kool-Aid Play Dough
2- 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup salt
2 pkg. unsweetened Kool-Aid
2 cups boiling water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Mix all dry ingredients together. Add water and oil and stir. Knead with hands when mixture is cool. Store in air-tight container. This recipe lasts for several months.
"I Spy" water bottles
Use rice, birdseed or sand to fill the water bottle about 3/4 of the way up and add a bunch of small trickets (buttons, doll shoe, jingle bell, coins, earring, etc.) Super glue the top on to keep it from opening up. Make a label of everything included and attach it to the bottle neck with a ribbon – kids can spend hours looking for all the items. I had little label to tie to the top with everything they neede to find.
Dyed Pasta
(use for crafts, to make necklaces, glue on paper for designs)
1. Pour 1/8 cup of rubbing alcohol (or ¼ cup vinegar) into a plastic resealable bag
2. Add a few drops of food coloring to the plastic bag
3. Add ½ lb of dry pasta to the plastic bag
4. Seal the bag and shake, making sure that the past gets coated with coloring
5. Set out sheets of wax paper
6. Put on rubber gloves
7. Remove the past from the plastic bags and place on the wax paper to dry
8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 for each color
9. Make sure pasta is completely dry befor storing in containers/plastic bags
Sidewalk paint
1part corn starch 1 part water , few drops of food coloring (more if you want brighter colors)... I use the platic cups we get at resturaunts to mix it in. the paint brushes you get to paint on walls work better (get 1'' and 1/2" ones) When the paint dries it looks really cool... but when you are tired of it just sweep it away. If it leaves a slight stain don't worry the sun will fade it away in a day. It also comes off clothes easy. My kids can paint for hrs... let them paint rocks, flower pots, even the house. You can put the paint in shallow pans to let them dip their feet in and make foot prints... really cute
Salt Dough
1 cup flour
1/2 cup salt
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon cooking oil (optional)
This is the most basic and time tested dough mixture. First mix all the ingredients together. Next knead the dough for at least 10 minutes. The kneading will make the dough smooth and shinny. Floor your hand to prevent the dough from sticking. This dough can be baked in a low (250 degree) oven and then painted. Spray with a varnish for added shine.
Bubble recipe
11 cups of water
4 cups Ajax Anti-Bacterial dish soap
1 cup corn syrup
Will fill a gallon milk jug and will store indefinitely if kept cool.
And a few good sites for summer activities, games, crafts, etc.:
http://familyfun.go.com/
http://www.creativekidsathome.com/summerkidsactivities.html
http://holidays.kaboose.com/summer/
2 comments:
Have done the library the past two years and loved it! Andrew loved going to the movies last year, it was awesome!
Also, SHBC is having summer fun camp for six weeks this summer, and our VBS is Sunday June 7th-Thursday June 11th from 6:30-8:00.
Thanks Becki for doing this...awesome!
Thanks, Becki! Looks like this will be an enjoyable summer for my kids.
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