Just a couple of months ago I found out about Home Depot's and Lowe's free workshops that they host for children. Since then I've realized that many people don't know about these programs. The information is not easily accessible on their websites. So please read on...
Lowe's
Lowe's program is called Build and Grow.
You DO have to sign up in advance. They only accept the first 50 applicants so if you live in a busy area, you need to sign up early!
Basically what they do is hammer nails and follow instructions. The parents are the ones who guide the child, not the instructor.
The kits/programs are FREE. If your child really likes them then you can purchase other kits they have available in the store.
Every child receives a certificate of completion and a patch. The first time you go, if you let them know its your first time, your child will receive an apron and goggles.
Lowe's Build and Grow occurs every 2 weeks on Saturday. You are supposed to arrive at 10 o'clock am.
The kids really like it and they are learning an important skill.
Home Depot
Home Depot's kids workshop runs just a little differently.
You do NOT have to pre-register for Home Depot. Its a first come, first serve kind of deal.
Home Depot holds their workshops on the first Saturday of every month. You can drop in any time between 9 and 12 to complete your project.
As with Lowe's, Home Depot's workshop is FREE!
The projects are geared towards children ages 5-12, although even younger children can go. They provided glue for those who were too young for nails.
Home Depot provides children with an apron on their first visit and a pin for each completed project.
I hope I didn't forget any details. You can search around different stores and see if there are any fun things for your kids to do!
What kind of activities has your family discovered?
4 comments:
We've done this before with our little boy at Lowes. It was sooo fun!
Clare
what a great idea—you are right, not too many people know about it and i'm one of them :) can't believe after so MANY visits to these stores, i never heard of this offer. i should send my husband with our son there :)
I'm not sure why they have it if they want to keep it a secret. It is nice though. :)
Children workshops can be a dual purpose tool for parents. You get your kids out of the house to enjoy a few things, while getting them to learn something new over the summer!
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