FREE backpacks, pets, swimming, eyecare

It's Friday, which means it's time to find out what you can do and get for free. We've already spent enough cash getting kids ready for school, so why not get a few things for free.

McDonalds is giving away free backpacks at 200 of its restaurants around the entire state.

Just be one of the first 100 kids at the participating locations and your backpack is free.

The giveaway starts at 8 a.m. on Saturday, July 28 and they have 20,000 backpacks to give away.

The freebie will not be at Wal-Mart and mall locations.

Another thing kids need to prepare for school is eye screenings and that's another thing they can get for free.

On Friday, August 3rd Dr. Esposito is giving all kids and adults free vision screenings at his Scottsdale location.

So just show up between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. and get your eyes checked for free.

The location will be at Advanced Eyecare and Vision Therapy .

10505 N. 69th St #1000
Scottsdale, AZ 85253
480-483-0711

The Phoenix Public Librar y is also hosting free vision screenings at specific library locations across the Valley.

You must show your library card to get the free screening.

Registration is not required, but space is limited.

If kids end up needing additional vision care they will get a voucher for a free comprehensive eye exam and eyewear at specific EyeMasters locations.
Palo Verde Library, 4402 N. 51st Ave.
3 – 5 p.m., Monday, July 30
Acacia Library, 750 E. Townley
4 – 6 p.m., Thursday, August 2
For more information, call 602-262-4636

Hubbard Family Swim Schools in Peoria and Mesa are offering free baby splash swim classes every Thursday.

It's a 30-minute class for parents with babies under 6 months old, and you have to register in advance.

Maricopa County Animal Care and Control is having Christmas in July by offering cats one year and up free to adopt. The deal is only valid through July 31st.

602-506 – PETS (7387)