Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (August 20-22 Edition) ~ FREE Back to School Bash Concert, FREE Fireworks & Family Event, Plus Lots More!

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• FREE Grapevine Lake Fireworks & Family Fun Event
• FREE Family Friendly Rock-a-billy Concert in Southlake
• FREE End of Summer Family Bash & Concert in Keller
• FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
• FREE Youth Fishing Derby at Cabela’s

:: FREE Grapevine Lake Fireworks Show & Summer Blast
Family Event at the Gaylord Texan
Friday, August 20, 2010 (and each Friday through Labor Day)

Friday nights over Grapevine Lake will sparkle with spectacular
firework shows each Friday, now through Labor day.  If you want to
add some extra fun to your family evening, plan to view the fireworks
from the Gaylord Texan Hotel.

Led by the majestic Queen of Hearts, the cast of characters from Alice’s
Adventures in Wonderland parade through the Gaylord hotel atrium, to
the roof of the resort garage, and to a grand finale family event featuring
the Grapevine lake fireworks display and family fun & games.

Details, details
What: This event is for all ages and will have a DJ, games for kids, and
food and beverages for purchase. For more information about the fireworks
show, click here. For more about the Gaylord Texan event, go here.
When: Friday, August 20, 2010
• 8:30-10:00PM  Family friendly parade, games and events
• 9:30PM  Fireworks over Lake Grapevine
Where: Parade starts in the Lone Star Atrium at the Gaylord Texan
Resort.  View the fireworks on level 5 of the Resort Garage.
Click here for directions to the Gaylord Texan Resort.
Fireworks can also be viewed from any Grapevine Lake park at 9:30PM.
Find a map of viewing sites around Grapevine Lake here.
Cost: FREE for both local and hotel guests to attend.

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:: FREE Jason D. Williams Outdoor Concert ~ Southlake
Saturday, August 21, 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 high
energy, rock-a-billy talent, Jason D. Williams.  If you like the energy and
style of Jerry Lee Lewis, you’ll love this concert.

Bring your own blanket and lawn chairs for a fun and relaxing evening
with your family. Light refreshments will be sold (but alcoholic
beverages and glass containers are not allowed).

Details, Details
What: To see a video of Jason D. Williams, click here.
Learn more about the Southlake Summer Music series, here.
When: Saturday, August 21, 2010, 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Where: Southlake Town Square – Rustin Pavilion
Main St. @ Southlake Blvd. (F.M. 1709)
Cost: FREE!

::

:: Keller Back to School Bash & Concert in the Park Featuring,
Singer & Songwriter, Eddie Coker
Saturday, August 21, 2010

Relax under the big Texas sky, watch the sunset, and listen to the
fun tunes from family entertainer, Eddie Coker. He has entertained over
1-million children nationwide, created his own radio show for Disney,
written music for Barney, and recorded hundreds of songs for children and
their families.

There will be lots of fun for the kids, including bounce houses, FREE games,
door prizes and more! Bring your blanket, lawn chair, or picnic and enjoy a fun night with the family.

Details, details
What: For more information about Keller’s concert in the park series,
click here. For more about Eddie Coker, click here.
When: Saturday, August 21, 2010, 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Where: Bear Creek Park in Keller, 400 Bear Creek Parkway
Cost: FREE!

::

:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
Saturday and Sunday, August 21-22, 2010

Learn a new kitchen technique!
This week’s technique lesson at Williams Sonoma will cover new ways with dairy products. From making fresh ricotta to transforming homemade butter into sweet and savory spreads, you can take your cooking and entertaining to a whole new level! You’ll get an opportunity to try delicious samples, too.

Note: You’ll want to call to reserve your spot since class size is limited.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Saturday and Sunday, August 21-22 ~ Note: 1 hour class times
vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact time & date.
Where: Click here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you.
Cost: FREE! Be sure to call your local store to RSVP.

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