Fun and Frugal

• FREE Kids Meals are continuing through the month of August at the Cleveland Chick Fil-A! Every Tuesday is Family Night at the Cleveland Chick-fil-A from 5-8 pm. They have something fun for the family each Tuesday night such as a craft, family movie, magician, clown, etc. Bring the family for dinner and fun! This Tues. August 17 they are having Back to School BINGO with prizes! Limit 2 free kids meals per adult meal purchase, no other coupons or discounts allowed, *children must be present*. Be on the lookout for cow appearances throughout the week at lunch and dinner. Thank you to the Cleveland Chick-fil-A for sponsoring FunandFrugal.com!
• Bring a Kraft singles wrapper to participating minor league baseball home games every Tuesday night through 9/7/10 and get BOGO tickets! Many teams are participating, including the Chattanooga Lookouts. Click here for more details and to search for a team near you.

Thursday, August 19

• Every Thursday is Kiddie Day at Lake Winnepesaukah from 12-8 pm. Children 11 and younger will receive free gate admission (reg $5); family members ages 12 and older pay just $5 gate admission per person. All ages can purchase unlimited rides for only $18 per person (reg. $21). Cool off from the summer heat in the new, refreshing Chill Down Kidtown water & mist play area. Parking is always free. You can purchase individual ride tickets for $1 each (most rides are 2-5 tickets). Children under 2 are admitted free with paying adult, but must pay to ride. Children under one year of age may ride the Tour Train and the Carousel free of charge on an adult’s lap. Visit www.lakewinnie.com for more info.
• The Chattanooga Market is open every Thursday evening from 4-7 pm at Miller Plaza from May 6 through September 30, 2010. They have a different theme each week. Click here to see the calendar of events. Visit chattanoogamarket.com for more info. (Also open every Sunday from 11 am – 4 pm at Finley Stadium April 25 through December 5, 2010.)
• Buy fresh fruits and vegetables from local Farmers at the 5 Points Market on Thursday afternoons in historic downtown Cleveland. Mainstreet Cleveland is organizing the weekly seasonal market that opens on Thursday, May 27 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Museum Center at 5ive Points. The 5 Points Market will continue each Thursday afternoon throughout the season. Local artists and crafters will feature a variety of items for sell. Entertainment and food will complete the family atmosphere. All area farmers and gardeners are invited to participate, spaces are free. For more information about the 5 Points Market call 423.479.1000 or visit www.mainstreetcleveland.com.

Sunday, August 15

• The seasonal Chattanooga Market is back! It features farm-fresh produce, meats and cheeses, fresh bread, arts & crafts from local artisans, family activities, and live music and admission is free. It’s open on Sundays at the First Tennessee Pavillion located at 1826 Carter Street next to Finley Stadium from 11 am – 4 pm April 25 through December 5, 2010. It’s also open Thursday evenings from 4-7 pm at Miller Plaza from May 6 through September 30, 2010. They have a different theme each week. Click here to see the calendar of events. Visit chattanoogamarket.com for more info.

Anytime

• Click here for info on free reading clubs and discounted bowling for kids for the 2010 summer!
• Through 9/30/10 — Free Scavenger Hunt in the Bluff View Art District in downtown Chattanooga. Be a true adventurer and explore all the District’s nooks and crannies to learn about the arts, architecture, gardening and cooking techniques that make this one of the most fascinating destinations in Chattanooga. This specially-designed scavenger hunt allows children of all ages to find out more about the District’s history and meet the experts who create this unique atmosphere. Pick up your “Scavenger Map” at Rembrandt’s Coffee House, and once you’ve solved the hunt’s mysteries, return to Rembrandt’s for your sweet reward! Participation limited to daylight hours.