Gas is a little less expensive now but grocery and gifts haven't taken much of a plunge. So here's a free deal that is early in the week at the University of South Florida in Tampa that's just right for families. The Storytime Players are presenting a one-time performance of children's classics and new stories at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9 at the USF Theatre Centre, room 120. There will be audience participation so if you have a little one who likes being in the thick of the action, make sure you go. Space is limited so please RSVP to ahoffman@mail.usf.edu to reserve space for you and your family. Click here for directions to the theater.

-- Sherry Robinson