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FREE STUFF: Things to do and get free

Posted at 4:44 PM, Apr 25, 2012
and last updated 2012-04-25 17:36:45-04

RICHMOND, Va. (WTVR) – Check out this week’s Free Stuff we found for you and check back often. 

FREE FOOD/FUN:  Enjoy free cupcakes and Ice Dreams as the Chick fil-A at Willow Lawn celebrates its 25th anniversary on Friday, April 27th. There will  also be games, clowns and prize giveaways between 11a.m. and 3 p.m.

FREE ADMISSION:   The Virginia Historical Society will remain open until 8 p.m.on Friday April 27th  Meantime, out in their parking lot at 428 North Boulevard, enjoy the RVA Monster Food Truck Rally, Richmond’s first food cart food court.

FREE FAMILY FUN: Sponsored by the Chesterfield Public Library Saturday, April 28th for the 4th annualEl Dia De Los Ninos festival. From 10 a.m.-3 p.m.at the Meadowdale Library, at 4301 Meadowdale Blvd., celebrate Latin American arts and culture with story telling, crafts, games and entertainment.

FREE FESTIVAL:  With  free admission, free parking and free shuttles, the India Spring Fest is this Saturday and Sunday,  April 28 and 29 , featuring Vegetarian foods, live entertainment, and carnival fun, at the Hindu Center of Virginia, at 6051 Springfield Road.  11a.m. to 6 p.m.

FREE JAZZ: The Virginia Museum has free admission to it’s Jazz Cafe program every Thursday evening from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Upcoming performances include the Neal Bowen Project (4/26) Forte Jazz Trio (5/3) and the Jim Branch Quartet (5/10).  Jazz Cafe and general Museum admission are always free.

FREE LESSON: Check out a free introductory lesson, ice skating or ice hockey at either SkateNation Plus in Short Pump or Richmond Ice Zone in Midlothian.

LOTS OF FREE STUFF: How about getting and giving stuff free? The Freecycle Network is made up of nearly five thousand groups and nearly 70-thousand members around the world who are getting and giving away stuff free. Membership is free It’s a great way to recycle, get rid of items you don’t want, and get things you do.

FREE CREDIT REPORTS:  Get a free copy of your credit report from each of the three major credit bureaus.  Your personal information is completely protected. This site is sponsored by Equifax,Trans-Union and Experian.

FREE KIDS MEALS: Kids eat free at McAlister’s Deli every Tuesday from  9 p.m. with the purchase of an adult entree.  There are two locations in the Richmond area, Gayton Crossing and Westchester Commons in Midlothian.

FREE DINNERS:  The Ministry  Without Walls offers a free community dinner on the fourth Friday of every month. 6 to 8 p.m. at 5780 Hull Street Road.  Call them for more information at (804) 381-6928.

FREE E-BOOKS: Harlequin books has a free offer for you. Download up to 16 free e-books. Click here for the link.

FREE LONG DISTANCE: Make free, 10-minute long distance and international calls to select locations, just by listening to a short, ten-second ad first. Get your local access number to “Freephone2phone” here.

FREE STUFF: If you’re a Facebook member, a lot of restaurants are currently offering freebies, if you “like” them on Facebook. Search for your favorite and see if they have an offer. And while you’re on Facebook, stop by the  CBS 6 page and “like” us too.

FREE QDOBA: Children eat free at Qdoba on Sundays with the purchase of an adult entrée.

FREE FIREHOUSE SUBS: A lot of restaurants offer birthday clubs that you have to sign up for, to get freebies on your special day. At Firehouse Subs, just show up on your birthday with I.D with your birth date, and get a free medium sub. There are several locations in the metro area.

FREE GIFT CARDS: Spend some time reading, and earn extra money. You can earn free gift cards and books for your book reviews. Click the link here for more information.

FIND FREE WI-FI ACCESS: Want to know which local restaurants and coffee shops offer free wireless internet access? Get a directory for Greater Richmond or any city worldwide, by clicking here.

FREE 411 CALLS: Never pay to call information again. 800-FREE-411 works for both residential and business listings across America. All you have to do is listen to a 10-second commercial before getting the listing you want, but the service is free.

FREE JEWELRY: The Silver Jewelry Club offers an assortment of free, pure sterling silver jewelry every day. From pendants to rings to earrings, all you pay is the shipping and handling.

FREE COMPUTER TECH HELP: If you have a problem with your computer, and no budget to fix it, Protonic offers free computer support and computer-related information online and by e-mail. This free service is manned by volunteers world-wide.

FREE ADMISSION: Enjoy free admission all year long  to The Virginia Historical Society,  with access to the museum galleries and research library. The museum is at 428 North Boulevard in Richmond.

If you know of any event, or great free offer, e-mail is to us at freestuff@wtvr.com or you can post it tomy Facebook page.