It’s easier to try and figure out what’s open and still going on in Kansas City than to determine what’s been canceled. Unless you hear differently directly from the horse’s mouth, assume it’s not happening. The usual Kansas City on the Cheap events calendar is pretty much on hiatus (like the National Hockey League). Once […]
Family Fun
Dolly Parton Reading Online Bedtime Stories for Kids
Dolly Parton is ready to join your household and get the kids settled down with online bedtime stories. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is featuring a new weekly read-aloud video series called “Goodnight with Dolly.” This FREE 10-week series is designed to provide a comforting distraction to kids during these uncertain times. Goodnight with Dolly begins […]
Coloring KC: Digital Online Coloring Book Celebrates and Supports Local Flavor of Kansas City
We’re all looking for ways to de-stress right now. Why not pull out a box of crayons and give coloring, a treasured childhood pastime, a try? Local publication The Pitch announced a collaboration with 60+ artists to create Coloring KC, a digital coloring book filled with iconic images celebrating Kansas City. There are two volumes […]
15+ Free and Fun Education Resources and Websites for Kids
Spring break and school closures have kids spending more time at home. Parents may feel badly about all the time they spend watching TV and playing video games. Here is a list of FREE online educational resources and websites that will help keep kids busy and boost their brain power even if they’re not in […]
Wonderscope Children’s Museum Live Streaming Stories, Songs and Games
You can’t go to the Wonderscope Children’s Museum of Kansas City so the this local kid-friendly museum is bringing the fun into your home. Beginning March 24, Wonderscope will begin live streaming stories, songs and games every Tuesday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Programs can be viewed on Wonderscope’s Facebook page. The […]
Audible Lets Kids Stream Stories for Free
For as long as schools are closed, kids can stream stories for FREE from Audible. No log-in, payments or sign up is required. Books are available in six different languages in the following categories: Littlest Listeners Elementary Tween Teen Literary Classics Folk & Fairy Tales for All Even adults will enjoy this FREE offer. Available […]
Board Game Recommendations from Pawn and Pint
Chances are you’re spending more time at home right now. It could be you can’t find anywhere to go since events and attractions in Kansas City are being shuttered – probably wisely so – left and right. Either way, this is a great time to play board games with your family, roommates or whoever else […]
Free Meals and Resources from Boys & Girls Club of Greater KC
In order to care for all youth under 18 years old (both Club members and non-members) who depend on the Clubs or schools for that staple meal each day, each Club is offering meals in the following ways: Beginning March 23, breakfast is available at all Club locations from 8 to 9:30 a.m. each day. […]
Hammer & Stain Take Home Craft Kits Starting at $15
Hammer & Stain wood and paint studio in Overland Park is offering pre-packaged take home craft kits starting at $15. All home kits come with supplies for a fun DIY project kids can complete at home. You can choose from: Hammer @ Home Kids Take Home Kit: Includes a pre-stained 6”x6” wood plank, custom single […]
FREE and Cheap Weekend Events in Kansas City
There’s never a shortage of free things to do in Kansas City, and this weekend is no exception. There’s a little something for everyone on this list, but if you don’t find something that interests you, make sure to scroll through this week’s posts and check out our Always Free page. Make sure you don’t miss any […]
