On a budget? Here are 3 free events in Plano this week

On a budget? Here are 3 free events in Plano this weekPhoto: Bence Boros/Unsplash
Hoodline
Published on August 21, 2019

There's always plenty of fun to be had in Plano, but finding fun on the cheap can be a bit of a challenge.

If you're on the hunt for events and activities to mix up your routine, we've got three solid options that won't cost you a dime, from an opera version of a classic children's fairytale to a superhero-themed event filled with fun for the whole family.

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Goldilocks! Opera for kids of all ages at Kawai Piano Gallery

From the event description:

This 40-minute children’s opera tells the fairytale story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears, featuring music taken from famous operas mixed with original music by Mark Landson. Expect hilarious fun for kids of all ages!

When: Saturday, Aug. 24, noon-12:45 p.m.
Where: Kawai Piano Gallery, 601 W. Plano Parkway
Admission: Free

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Mental Health Series: Healing Power of Art Therapy, presented by The Aga Khan Council for Central United States

From the event description:

What is art therapy and how does it help people? Come learn about art therapy versus art-making. At this event, we will explore the developmental stages of art-making, tools to use art for stress reduction and how art builds a bridge from visual to verbal expression by speaking in the language of imagery. Join us for an art experiential for hands-on exploration of an art therapy process.

When: Saturday, Aug. 24, 3-5 p.m.
Where: Ismaili Jamatkhana, Plano, 6704 Alma Drive
Admission: Free

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Superhero Adventure Days, presented by Life Skills Autism Academy

From the event description:

Join us for a day of free family fun at the Life Skills Autism Academy. Whether you're getting your pictures taken with your favorite superheroes, running around obstacle courses with friends, jumping on the bounce house, getting your face painted by a professional or getting creative with an arts and crafts project, you and your family will have a great time!

When: Sunday, Aug. 25, 1-4 p.m.
Where: Life Skills Autism Academy, 6500 Pinecrest Drive, Suite 700
Admission: Free

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