ABOUT THE FRUGAL & FUN FORT WORTH WEEKEND EDITION ~
Fridays, we post ideas for FREE (or almost free) weekend entertainment
for you and your family. This weekend’s tips include:
• FREE Keller Outdoor Movie Event for Families
• FREE Family Friendly Concert in Southlake
• FREE Kids Fishing Event in Keller
• FREE Stargazing Party at Science & History Museum
• Pioneer Toys & Games Event at FW Log Cabin Village
• FREE Family Event at Grapevine’s Bass Pro Shops
• FREE Lego Creation Activity at Toys R Us
:: Catch a FREE Family Fun Film with Movies Under The Stars
in Keller ~ Astro Boy (PG)
Friday, June 18, 2010
Bring a blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy Astro Boy on the big
screen, under the stars at Johnson Road Park Amphitheater in Keller. The
movie will begin at 9:00 PM (or as soon as the sun goes down). Get there
early to find a good spot and enjoy a variety of family games and activities.
Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Friday, June 18, 2010. Family Games and Activities begin at
8:00PM. Movie starts at 9:00PM.
Where: Johnson Road Park Amphitheater in Keller.
Get directions to 640 Johnson Road, here.
Cost: FREE!
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:: FREE Outdoor Concert Event ~ Southlake
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Spend Saturday evenings this summer at Southlake Town Square listening
to some of the area’s greatest talents. This week’s line-up features the
music group, BluPrint with their family friendly and danceable music.
Bring your own blanket and lawn chairs for a fun and relaxing evening
with your family. You’ll hear r & b, funk, blues, jazz and more. Light
refreshments will be sold (but alcoholic beverages and glass containers
are not allowed).
Details, Details
What: For more about Blu Print, click here.
When: Saturday, June 19, 2010, 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Where: Southlake Town Square – Rustin Pavilion
Main St. @ Southlake Blvd. (F.M. 1709)
Cost: FREE!
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:: FREE ~ Fishing Fun for Young Anglers in Keller
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Bring your fishing pole, favorite bait, and an adult fishing buddy for
a morning of easy casting for catfish at Bear Creek Park in Keller.
Texas Parks and Wildlife and Keller Parks and Recreation join together to
sponsor a fun time of family fishing and other events including contests
and prizes. Open to anglers ages 16 and younger.
Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, June 19 ~ 9:00-11:30am
Where: Bear Creek Park Pond in Keller
400 Bear Creek Park, Click here for directions.
Cost: FREE and open to anglers ages 16 and younger
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:: FREE ~ Star Gazing Party at the Noble Planetarium
(at the Fort Worth Science & History Museum)
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Join the Noble Planetarium staff for their FREE Star Gazing party Saturday
night. You will find plenty of telescopes for viewing and lots of experts
available to help you and your family navigate your way through
the skies.
Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, June 19 ~ begins at dusk (weather permitting)
until 10:30PM
Where: In the parking lot, just south of the Science & History Museum
at the corner of Montgomery and Harley. Click here for directions.
Cost: FREE
P.S. Noble Planetarium recommends a wonderful & FREE resource for star
gazing from the comfort of your backyard. If you would like a fun way to
navigate the night sky just go here: berkeley.edu/starclock/skywheel.html
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:: Enjoy a Pioneer “Toys and Games” event at the
Historic Log Cabin Village
Saturday, June 19, 2009
Have some fun Texas Pioneer Village style!
Visit Fort Worth’s own authentic Pioneer Log Cabin Village, and play
games the way Texans did in the 1800s. They will have rolling hoops,
Jacob’s Ladders, buzz saws, graces, mancala, jacks, and more! Kids will
even be able to make their own toy to take home. No reservations required.
Details, details
When: Saturday, June 19, 2009 ~ 1:00-4:00PM
Where: Historic Log Cabin Village in Fort Worth
2100 Log Cabin Village Lane. Get directions by clicking here.
Cost: Cost is regular $4.50 admission (plus a $2 craft fee).
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:: FREE ~ Outdoor Family Event at Bass Pro Shops
Through July 11, 2010
Now through July 11, bring your family to Bass Pro Shops’ FREE Family
Summer Camp Event. There will be lots of FREEBIES, including: workshops,
cooking demonstrations, snacks (S’Mores), casting pond, kids crafts
activities, and more!
Take a look at the full schedule of events here.
Details, details
What: For more details on activities and events, click here.
When: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays,
Now through July 11, 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine
Cost: FREE
Saturday, June 19, 2010
This Saturday, bring your child to the Lego Family Creation Challenge at
Toys R Us and make a FREE Lego project to take home. There will be
lots of fun, prizes, giveaways, and more.
The event is free for kids 6 and up, and while supplies last (so you should
probably show up early to insure you have a kit for your little ones).
Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday, June 19, 2010 ~ 12:00PM-2:00PM
Where: All Toys R Us Locations . Click here to find a location.
Cost: FREE!
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We hope you have a wonderful weekend with your family, and
Happy Fathers Day to all the daddy’s!
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