Thrifty Thursday: Take a trip to the Middle Ages

A tight budget is a tough conundrum for parents trying to find ways to keep the kiddos busy. To help in this never-ending search, Stone Oak Info has introduced a new feature called Thrifty Thursday. Each week, find a few ideas for family-friendly fun that won’t break the bank.  

We also welcome any ideas from the community and parents. Email suggestions to news@stoneoakinfo.com.  

For the week of Jan. 26 - Feb. 2

Middle Ages at Parman Library

Hear ye, hear ye!  The community is invited to stop by the Parman Public Library from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28 and journey back to the Middle Ages.  The Barony of Bjornsborg in the Kingdom of Ansteorra -- a local branch of the nonprofit educational organization, Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc. -- will help recreate the culture, arts and heritage of the Middle Ages. Watch various styles of warfare from the Middle Ages and Renaissance period, admire a Viking longship, try your hand at calligraphy and pursue many crafts and other exhibits.  This event is FREE.

The Parman Library is located at 20735 Wilderness Oak.  Visit www.mysapl.org/location.aspx?id=par for more information.

Witte Museum

Did you know admission to the Witte Museum is FREE every Tuesday between 3 and 8 p.m.  Located at 3801 Broadway, the Witte Museum offers a variety of hands-on exhibits, collections and programs for families to learn more about natural history, science and South Texas heritage.  Visit www.wittemuseum.org for more information. 

FREE SeaWorld Passes

SeaWorld San Antonio is thanking teachers by offering a FREE 2012 Fun Card to all certified K-12 grade school instructors currently teaching at a public or private school.  This Teacher Appreciation Fun Card allows unlimited admission to SeaWorld San Antonio now through the end of the year.

Teachers must register for this Fun Card before June 30 and redeem the voucher by Aug. 31.  Registering for the Fun Card is easy.  Just click here.  When teachers redeem their free voucher at SeaWorld’s Guest Services however, they must supply a copy of their Texas teacher certification, a paystub from the last 30 days and a valid Texas I.D.  

SeaWorld – through fun and affordable educational programs – has helped schools, teachers, children and adults explore the ocean environment and all its inhabitants. There are countless informal teaching experiences inside the parks including educators, show and exhibit narrations, and interpretive and interactive graphics.

FREE Food

Kids eat FREE every Monday at the Buffalo Wings and Rings, 203 N. Loop 1604 West between Stone Parkway and Blanco Road.