Frugal & Fun Fort Worth Weekend Events (September 17-19 Edition) ~ FREE Blues Festival, Planetarium Star Gazing, Cooking Class & More!

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This weekend’s highlights include:  

• 12th Annual Denton Blues Festival ~ Live blues and family fun!
• Star Gazing at the Noble Planetarium ~ The stars really are big and bright in Texas!
• Preservation is the Art of the City ~ A terrific gallery of fine art by local artists, supporting Historic Fort Worth.
• Williams Sonoma Cooking Technique Class ~ Learn the art and tools of indoor grilling.
• Pottery Barn Decorating Class ~ Spruce up your windows this fall.
• Celebrate Dr. Seuss at Borders ~ Storytime, games, and more. 

:: FREE ~ 12th Annual Denton Blues Festival
    Saturday & Sunday, September 18-19, 2010 

The 12th annual Denton Blues Fest has a strong weekend line up of
fabulous musicians.  There will be bounce houses and face painting 
for the kids as well as lots of good food, dance, and fun to be had
for the whole family!  

Details, details
What: To see the musician line-up, click here. To find out more
    about the Denton Blues Festival, visit the website, here.
When: September 18-19 ~ View the daily schedule, here.
Where: Quakertown Park in Denton ~321 East McKinney  
    Get a map and directions, here .
Cost: FREE 

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:: FREE ~ Star Gazing Party at the Noble Planetarium
    Saturday, September 18, 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, September 18 ~ 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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:: Preservation is the Art of the City
    Through September 25, 2010 

If you did not make it to “Preservation is the Art of the City” Gallery
night opening last weekend, be sure to take some time to visit this
FREE Public Art Show and Sale (extends through next week). Proceeds
from this non-profit gallery promote historic preservation in Fort
Worth as well as support local studio artists. 

Details, details
What: For more info, go to historicfortworth.org
When: Ongoing show and display hours through September 25, 2010:
    Monday-Saturday, 9:00am — 5:00pm
Where: Fort Worth Community Arts Center, 1300 Gendy  

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:: Take a FREE Cooking Technique Class at Williams-Sonoma
      Saturday and Sunday,  September 18-19, 2010         

Try something new in the kitchen!
Fall is a perfect time to learn to grill indoors. This week’s lesson at
Williams-Sonoma will demonstrate how to jazz up grilled meats,
vegetables, and more on an indoor grill. 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 & Sunday, September 18-19 ~ Note: 1 hour class
    times vary from store to store, so be sure to call for exact
    times & date.
Where: Click here to find a Williams Sonoma store near you. 
Cost: FREE! Call your local store to RSVP.   

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:: Learn New Decor Tips at a FREE Pottery Barn Decorating Class
    Saturday, September 18, 2010

Get new ideas for freshening up your windows and home!
Join Pottery Barn for a fun in-store demonstration, where they will
share helpful tips for measuring, selecting, and hanging window
treatments for your home.

Details, details
What: For more information, click here.
When: Classes take place, Saturday, September 18th ~ 11:00am-4:00pm. 
    Times differ by store ~ be sure to call your local store to verify
    class time.
Where: Click here to find a Pottery Barn store near you.
Cost: FREE!

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:: FREE Seuss Celebration and Storybook Reading at Borders.
    Saturday, September 18, 2010 

How Fun! Borders Books and Music is hosting a special Dr. Seuss
storybook reading and kids event! Activities include storytime, games
and more.  The Seuss-ical Celebration is ideal for kids aged 3-6.

Details, details
When: Saturday, September 18, 2010 ~ 11:00am
Where: Borders Books and Music, in the Children’s Area.
    Directions to your local Borders can be found by clicking here.
Cost: FREE!