Home Depot Kids Workshop

Home Depot Kids Workshop will be held this weekend (Saturday, March 3, 2012) at all Home Depot stores from 9-noon. They will be making a race car this week.  Workshops are designed for children ages 5-12. Go here for more details, but no sign up is necessary. You can show up anytime between 9 and about 11:30 and still have time to finish your project (assuming they don't run out of projects). It takes very little time and if your child is anything like mine he or she will be VERY proud of this project they made on their own. Younger children will especially enjoy the painting time where they can paint their new projects.

The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.

In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.

LOWES build and grow clinic

LOWES build and Grow Clinic this week (Saturday February 25, 10:00 AM) will be making this race car (complete with sound box). Go here to sign up for this free kids building clinic (but if you don't sign up you can still attend) to help them get a count of how many to prepare for. What a fun project for your racing fan. (or just a car lover like my son!)
Each child will receive all the items needed for their car as well as a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certificate when they complete their project.

Project designed for children in grades 2-5. (but, my 4 year old has been several times and there were TONS of kids his age there too . . . I would say the age is a guideline and if you are willing to help the child 4 and up is probably fine)

REMINDER of the FREE kids Planetarium event

FREE (although donations are accepted) children's event at the Marietta College Planetarium


Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 7:00pm


Sunday, February 26, 2012 at 2:00pm

They will be showing a children's full dome program called "Secret of the Cardboard Rocket." All ages are welcome! My four year old saw this with me and LOVED it. I highly recommend for all kids through about 6th grade. Very informational but entertaining.

Their website states . . . "We will begin taking reservations for the February show on February 6, 2012.

For reservations, please send an email to planetarium@marietta.edu (preferred) or leave a message at 740-376-4827. Please include your name, the number of seats you are reserving and your contact information. You will receive a confirmation via email or telephone. Groups larger than 20 are encouraged to schedule a special viewing." Those without reservations will be admitted on a space-available basis. "

Christian Skate Night

Christian Skate Night (sponsored by 14th Ave. Gospel Mission)
at Skate Country in Parkersburg (just past Sonic in PKSBG)

6:30-8:30 pm
Christian music, devotional time, and door prizes.  Cost is $2 per person with $1 charge for skate rental. 

For more info call Tim Burch at 304-863-8840

Skate nights are dates are . . .
February 20
March 19
April 16
May 21

Model Railroad Club open house

Model Railroad Club Open House



Feb 18, 2012 10:00-4:00


Mid-Ohio Valley Model Railroad Club, 610 Green St., (behind NOE Office Supply) Parkersburg

Mid-Ohio Valley Model Railroad Club Cabin Fever Breaker Open House. Operating train layouts in a variety of scales. Free admission and free parking.

Presidents Day Program at Campus Martius Museum

Presidents Day Program



Feb 20, 2012 9:30am-12:00pm
Campus Martius Museum, 601 Second Street, Marietta, OH 45750

• Presidents Day Program focusing on George Washington.
• Children will examine the myths and legends of our first president and learn about our first president’s contribution to the settling of the Northwest Territory.
• This program will include the following activities: Quill writing, George Washington was a spy master during the Revolution! Learn how to be a spy.,Make your very own powdered wig, although President Washington didn’t wear one. (He actually powdered his own hair.) and several other activities.

Reservations required: Call 740-373-3750, space is limited.


Fee per child is $12.

Burger King BOGO Chicken Sandwiches

According to their facebook page here.  I have NOT confirmed this at any local WV stores but Marietta DOES have the deal posted. . . . let me know if it works for you.  You do NOT have to have a coupon but you WILL have to ask about the deal as it's not posted anywhere but facebook.

"Did you know that today kicks off buy one Original Chicken Sandwich and get one FREE? Sandwiches include the Original Chicken Sandwich, Chicken Club Sandwich and the Italian Chicken Sandwich, now through March 5th.


At participating restaurants. Restrictions apply."

Do it HERself workshop at Home Depot

Home Depot will again be offering Do it HERself workshops at their stores this week. (THURSDAY, February 16, 2012) from 6:30pm-8:30pm.  This weekend they will be showing you how to put up Crown Moulding.  Here is their overview of what the FREE class will teach you . . .

"How To Install Crown Moulding"

• Add polish to any room with crown moulding.
• Select the most appropriate moulding for your project
• Gain confidence by accurately measuring the room and planning the moulding installation
• Cut crown moulding with a compound miter saw and a coping saw and then install and finish the moulding like a pro
• Select the tools and materials for crown moulding and other moulding projects

Go here to see the official website but no sign up is necessary.

FREE Family Movie Night

FREE Family Movie Night

Feb 23, 2012 7:00pm

Barlow Vincent Church of Christ, 6429 State Route 339, Vincent, OH 45784

A free movie night for anyone wanting to see the new Courageous film. The movie, childcare and snack foods will be provided free of charge.

call Barlow Vincent Church of Christ, 740-678-2309 with any questions

REMINDER- FREE kids meal at Burger King

Disney on Ice in Charleston, WV

Disney on Ice is coming to Charleston, WV February 23-26
Ticket prices from $20-$60 per person over age 1
Go here to buy tickets
(I'll keep my eyes out for any discount codes or anything I can find on this event)

Lowes Build and Grow Clinic

LOWES build and Grow Clinic this week (Saturday February 11, 10:00 AM) will be making this valentine creation kit. Go here to sign up for this free kids building clinic (but if you don't sign up you can still attend) to help them get a count of how many to prepare for. What a fun project AND will help your kids get their valentines ready for their classmates the following week.
Each child will receive all the items needed for their castle as well as a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certificate when they complete their project.

Project designed for children in grades 2-5. (my 4 year old has been several times and there were TONS of kids his age there too . . . I would say the age is a guideline and if you are willing to help the child 4 and up is probably fine)

Marietta College Planetarium KIDS event

FREE (although donations are accepted) children's event at the Marietta College Planetarium
Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 7:00pm

Sunday, February 26, 2012 at 2:00pm

They will be showing a children's full dome program called "Secret of the Cardboard Rocket." All ages are welcome!  My four year old saw this with me and LOVED it.  I highly recommend for all kids through about 6th grade.  Very informational but entertaining.

Their website states . . . "We will begin taking reservations for the February show on February 6, 2012.

 For reservations, please send an email to planetarium@marietta.edu (preferred) or leave a message at 740-376-4827. Please include your name, the number of seats you are reserving and your contact information. You will receive a confirmation via email or telephone. Groups larger than 20 are encouraged to schedule a special viewing."  Those without reservations will be admitted on a space-available basis. "

Blockbuster Express Code-$1 off any rental

Now through Feb. 12 Blockbuster Express is offering up to $1 off any movie rental with the promo code BIGGAME at checkout! Go here to find a Blockbuster Express kiosk near you and to reserve your movie before driving to the kiosk.  This code should get you a free or nearly free rental at locations in both Marietta and Parkersburg.

FREE Value size onion rings at Burger King

FREE value size onion rings at Burger King this weekend (Saturday and Sunday Feb. 4-5) during all lunch and dinner hours!  No purchase necessary-one per person.  Check out their facebook page here for more details and to enter their sweepstakes.  My hubby will LOVE this deal!

Parkersburg Art Center FREE kids event

Parkersburg Art Center FREE kids Arty Party

At the Parkersburg Art Center


Saturday, February 4, 2012 10:00-12:00 noon

Free to kids 12 and under with an adult.  This week is about Valentine's Day and they will be making valentines with guest hosts Brittany Knicely and Zach Smith.

LEGO Friends Launch 'n Build

Toys R Us is hosting a LEGO friends event on Saturday Feb. 4 from 12:00-2:00pm

the Toys R Us ad for this week states that you will be building a Lemonade stand to add to your LEGO friends set (Lego friends is a new line of legos specific for girls although a lemonaide stand could obviously be for kids of either gender)